Dear Families,

As we wrap up the 2024-2025 school year, we want to thank you for a wonderful school year. Our preschool team members have enjoyed watching your children grow, explore, and achieve so many wonderful milestones this year. Whether your child is continuing in preschool or taking that exciting next step into kindergarten, we're celebrating their progress and cheering them on! Thank you for your support and collaboration. We hope your family has a relaxing and fun-filled summer!

Sincerely,

KCS Preschool Team

Thursday, May 22, 2025: Last day for students (1/2 day)- Summer break starts!

Thursday, August 7th-Wednesday, August 20th, 2025: Staggered days for preschool students

Thursday, August 21st, 2025: Regular preschool schedule starts

We value your partnership and would love your feedback on the parent training opportunities provided during the 2024–2025 school year. Your feedback will help us understand what information was most beneficial and what types of future trainings would be most helpful for families moving forward.

Whether your attended one training or none at all, your input is valuable! We want to make sure our workshops and resources truly support your needs as you navigate preschool and special education services. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us!

Is your child transitioning to kindergarten in August? Congratulations! This is an exciting step. If you haven't already, stop by your child's zoned school to complete the enrollment packet required for kindergarten.

If your child has recently started receiving special education services, welcome! We know this journey can feel overwhelming at times, and we want you to know that we're here to help. Special education is designed to provide individualized support tailored to your child's unique strengths and needs. Your child's IEP team is here to partner with you every step of the way. If you have questions, need help understanding your child's services, or want more information about how to support learning at home, please don't hesitate to reach out. We've included some general information below to help you get started.

Are you looking for ways to support your child's development at home this summer? Look no further! Check out the resources and activities below to help support your child's continued growth at home. We hope these ideas will feel fun and manageable throughout the summer!

Child Safety Seat Checkpoints

The Knoxville Police Department hosts monthly Child Safety Seat Checkpoints. The Child Safety Seat Checkpoints are a completely free-of-charge service offered by the KPD for parents, grandparents or other guardians. During the Checkpoint, child car seats are inspected by a certified car seat technician to ensure proper use or installation. Additionally, car seat technicians provide valuable safety tips and recommendations for those utilizing child safety seats. The Checkpoints are led by KPD personnel who have completed the 32-hour Child Passenger Safety Technician Standardized Training.

The Checkpoints are hosted at 917 E. Fifth in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Checkpoints are conducted by appointment only.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 865-215-7081 or 865-215-7103 or email CarSeatCheckpoint@KnoxvilleTN.gov.

Take Me Home is a FREE service offered by the Knoxville Police Department through the Kevin and Avonte Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant. Take Me Home is a registry which allows family members and legal guardians to voluntarily register emergency contact information for individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities (such as autism, dementia and Alzheimer's) who live, work or go to school within the Knoxville City limits.

If an individual is found alone, or is reported missing, law enforcement and emergency services personnel can search the Take Me Home registry for emergency contact information, detailed physical description, and a photo of the individual, saving valuable time.

Smoky Mountains Lions Charities Mobile Vision Lab

The Smoky Mountains Lions Charities Mobile Vision Lab provides eye exams and glasses for uninsured and/or under insured families. Use the contact information below to request an appointment.

Mobile Vision Lab

Jim McFarland

865-556-9091

smokymountainlionscharitiesmvl@gmail.com

Shelli Eberle

Special Education Supervisor

Special Education Preschool

shelli.eberle@knoxschools.org

Rachael Parsons

Special Education Supervisor

Early Child Find

rachael.parsons@knoxschools.org

Jenny Reed

Special Education Facilitator/Parent Liaison

jenny.reed@knoxschools.org