Northwestern Elementary welcomed incoming kindergarten students and their families to Kindergarten Orientation on Aug. 18.

During orientation, families had an opportunity to meet their teachers, explore classrooms, familiarize themselves with their new learning environment, and ride the bus.

The event is designed to connect incoming students and their families with the NWE staff, meet classmates, help ease nerves, and prepare the Class of 2039 for a successful transition into elementary school as they begin their educational journey.

Kindergarten teachers Wendy White and Jordan Wessner warmly welcomed everyone into their classrooms and shared information about daily routines, expectations, snacks, and other important details so everyone feels more comfortable and confident on the first day.

Afterward, parents and guardians met Principal Krista Keys in the library where she introduced them to additional teachers their children will soon be spending their days with.

Meanwhile, the students took a ride on a school bus, many for the first time, and then celebrated with freeze pops provided by Northwestern Elementary’s parent teacher organization, Partners In Education (NWE PIE).

The entire afternoon, it was a great way to get a sense of the school community and what to expect throughout the year.