Learning
The kindergarten year is a pivotal time in a child's educational journey. At our school, we embrace a whole-child approach to education, ensuring that students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.In addition to mastering core academic skills, kindergarteners build essential social, behavioral, and school readiness skills that lay the foundation for future success.
Kindergarten is where students truly begin to learn "everything they need to know in life." They
explore key subjects, including mathematics, reading, writing, science, social studies, and
purposeful play, while also engaging in enriching related arts. These include library, technology, music, physical education, and art, offering a well-rounded educational experience that nurtures creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning. Students have one related arts class per day for 25 minutes.
Our comprehensive program equips students with the tools they need to thrive not only in school but in life, fostering confidence, independence, and a joy for discovery.
Trimesters, Report Cards, and Conferences
Report cards are distributed to parents three (3) times a year. Formal parent/teacher conferences will be scheduled during the school year (Fall and Spring). Parents are always encouraged to contact their child’s teacher if questions arise. Look for conference information on the website and in your email.
Trimesters
- Trimester 1: August 26 - November 14
- Trimester 2: November 15 - March 28
- Trimester 3: March 31 - June 11
Library
Reading is truly fundamental and serves as the foundation for everything we do each day. To
support a love of reading, students participate in library as one of their related arts classes, where they have the opportunity to borrow a book each week from our expansive collection. If a student finishes their book before their next library class, they are welcome to exchange it for another, ensuring they always have something to read and enjoy.
Our dedicated librarian, Mrs. Kufen, has created a robust Schoology page filled with valuable
reading resources for students and families. This platform is a fantastic tool for exploring new
books, discovering reading tips, and fostering a love of literature.
As a gentle reminder, reading together at home not only nurtures a lifelong passion for reading
but also creates meaningful moments of connection and bonding. Sharing stories and exploring
new worlds together strengthens relationships and builds cherished memories.
For information about Pupil Services and Special Education, go to the Pupil Services/Special Education section of the District website.
Withdrawal
In the event that a student needs to be withdrawn from the Kennett Consolidated School
District, a parent signature is needed. Please contact the office at which time the withdraw
process will begin. A request for transfer of records needs to be completed and signed by the
parent of the student who is withdrawing from school. Teachers and staff will summarize
student’s progress and prepare the student’s files for forwarding to their next school. Parents
are not permitted to carry the records, other than the immunization record, to their next
school.
A Typical Day at Mary D. Lang
Arrival
8:45 to 9:05 a.m.
Morning Meeting
9:05 to 9:30 a.m.
Literacy
9:30 to 11:25 a.m.
Lunch & Recess
11:25 to 12:15 p.m.
Mathematics
12:15 to 1:20 p.m.
Special
1:20 to 1:45 p.m.
Recess
1:45 to 2:00 p.m.
Social Studies, Science & Purposeful Play
2:00 to 3:05 p.m.
Dismissal
3:05 p.m.
Engaged Learners at MDL
Our kindergarten students created a Storybook Pumpkin Patch filled with over 150 pumpkins decorated as their favorite book characters. It was a joy to foster a love of reading (and writing too). Students and their families were asked to create a pumpkin that represents a favorite character at home and bring into the school to share.
The concept was the idea of Marybeth Kufen, Library Media Specialist/Reading Specialist at Mary D. Lang Kindergarten Center. She had seen the idea on some social media sites by public librarians and thought she'd give it a try!
"One of the shared goals of all of the teachers here at MDL is to create a love of reading and learning," she said. "This project has contributed to that effort."
Kufen noted that the activity has benefited the early literacy skills for kindergarten students in many ways, including oral language development (young children need to be read to and to engage in meaningful conversations at home with their families) to grow their vocabulary, and has also fostered a culture of inclusivity.
The pumpkin project required families to read together, talk about what they read, and to write about their characters. The collection of pumpkins represent a range of cultures and perspectives, and it reflects the diversity of our community.
The experience has been beneficial to students, their families, and even the MDL staff, too.
"The kids wander in as they arrive in the morning. It’s fun to see them holding hands and talking to each other about the book characters," Kufen said.
"Teachers have been bringing their classes in to look at the pumpkins, too! The library just feels so joyful and festive and full of life."