OUR PROGRAMS
Elementary Programs
Bridge to
Kindergarten
Bridge to
Kindergarten
Bridge to
Kindergarten
Bridge to Kindergarten is a literacy-based program that is designed to increase school readiness and parent involvement by preparing children for the transition to kindergarten and supporting them in the first year. The Program is made available by a grant from the Akron Community Foundation and is a partnership between Project GRAD Akron, Akron Public Schools, and Kent State University’s Early Childhood Education Department.
This program is for students entering Kindergarten in an Akron Public School in the Buchtel Cluster or East Cluster – including Crouse, Helen Arnold, Schumacher, Barber, David Hill, Mason, Robinson, or Seiberling.
MORE THAN
99%
of the students who completed the program are on-time for promotion to first grade, with 100% for the last four years. Students who completed our program have increased their kindergarten readiness and have had fewer disciplinary problems in school.
MORE THAN
99%
of the students who completed the program are on-time for promotion to first grade, with 100% for the last four years. Students who completed our program have increased their kindergarten readiness and have had fewer disciplinary problems in school.
Cost is FREE!
PROGRAMMING FOR STUDENTS
Chromebook Access and Instruction
Strengthening math, literacy, social and emotional skills
Navigating Kindergarten and First Grade
Educational fun activities for students
Cost is FREE!
PROGRAMMING FOR STUDENTS
Chromebook Access and Instruction
Strengthening math, literacy, social and emotional skills
Navigating Kindergarten and First Grade
Educational fun activities for students
PROGRAMMING FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS
Parents as Partners
Bridge to Technology
Family Fun Night – Spring and Fall
Breakfast and Educational Fun with Santa
Bridge to First Grade Family Dinner and Presentation
Monthly Support Meetings
Family Wellness and Support
2020 Bridge to Kindergarten is being held virtually. In partnership with Akron Public Schools, our program easily transitions from virtual to hybrid model or in-person based on the school district’s determination of the safest learning environment for students, parents and caregivers, and staff.
For more information or to register for the program, please complete the form below.
Project GRAD Akron Elementary Programs for student attending Akron Public Schools
Akron Public Schools
Kent State
Akron Community Foundation
Family Resource Center