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Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

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Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is a bridge between preschool and kindergarten for children turning 5 years old between September 2, 2025 and September 1, 2026 of the 2025-26 school year. It is the first year of a two-year kindergarten program designed to build a solid foundation for success in school for "young" five-year olds.   

TUSD will offer a high-quality Transitional Kindergarten program for eligible children who do not yet meet the minimum age criterion to enroll in kindergarten. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2025, and reside in the TUSD boundaries are eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year.

Transitional Kindergarten shall admit children who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025. The Transitional Kindergarten program shall assist children in developing the academic, social, and emotional skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. The District’s Transitional Kindergarten will be an extended day schedule.  Enrollment in the Transitional Kindergarten program shall be voluntary. Transportation is not provided.