Kettle Falls Middle School is proud to be home to some of our district's youngest learners through our Transition to Kindergarten (TTK) program! Located in the beautifully remodeled Blue Building on the KFMS campus, our TTK classroom is a wonderful example of how a space can transform over time. Many years ago, before the high school was built, this building was home to the school's woodshop. Today, one side of the building features two amazing classrooms designed for our youngest learners. Washington state's Transition to Kindergarten program provides early learning opportunities for children who are four years old and benefit from additional preparation before entering kindergarten. The program focuses on building the academic, social, and emotional foundations that help children experience success as they begin their educational journey.
Under the guidance of Ms. Cousins and Augie, our youngest Bulldogs are busy learning what it means to be a student! From recognizing letters, numbers, and sounds to practicing routines, sharing, taking turns, and building friendships, every day brings new opportunities for growth. Our four-year-olds attend a full day of school throughout the school year, giving them the opportunity to develop independence, confidence, and important school-readiness skills before transitioning to the elementary school next fall. Through hands-on learning, purposeful play, and structured activities, students build the foundational skills and positive relationships that will support them throughout their school careers.
One of the most special parts of having TTK on the KFMS campus is the connection between our youngest and oldest Bulldogs! Our middle school students and staff love having these little learners nearby, and throughout the year, they become an important part of our school community. We especially look forward to their annual Halloween parade through the middle school halls and their very important role as judges of our Christmas door-decorating contest! These moments bring smiles to everyone and create opportunities for our middle school students to model kindness, responsibility, and teamwork. From our littlest Bulldogs to our eighth graders, we are one school community, learning, growing, and making memories together! 💙💛
