Im interested in having my preschool consider implementing the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence. Whats next?
Begin by becoming familiar with all sections of the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence and by taking time to watch the Preschool video. Share copies of the Preschool Sequence with other members of your school — administrators, teachers, and parents — and set aside time to compare the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence with what you are already doing, as well as with existing state or local guidelines for preschoolers. It is important to take time to answer questions and build understanding among members of your school community, so that there can be a shared effort to support Core Knowledge; as noted earlier, successful implementation requires a genuine commitment of time and interest. If your conversations lead to a consensus — “We want to implement the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence” — then it’s time to move on to more in-depth planning. We strongly recommend that schools who are interested in implementing the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence take advantage of the professional deve
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