TK/Kindergarten/New Student FAQs
May 2020 "Day as a Dolphin" Presentation Link
HERE
TK/Kinder Playdates
**Unfortunately, due to the COVID pandemic, our 2020 TK/Kinder Playdates have been cancelled.
Meet your Teacher Orientation (TK/Kinder Only): Scheduled for 8/28 at 3pm (hosted on Zoom).
Is my child ready for Kindergarten?
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It depends on your child. Children 5 years old as of September 1 are eligible for Kindergarten.
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Loma Portal will also continue to offer a Transitional K class (half-day program) for those children that turn 5 between Sept-Dec. Learn more here
How do I register my child?
What is the usual start time? Can I drop off earlier?
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The school day begins at 8:20 AM everyday. Please walk your child to the Kindergarten playground area or Run for Life area (see below). Please DO NOT drop your child off at curb.
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There is supervision on the Kindergarten Playground from 8:00 AM until 8:15 AM.
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When the Run for Life program begins (second week of school) a student may participate by running laps on the upper black top 7:55-8:15 AM.

What is the end time? How is pick up done?
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Dismissal is at 2:40pm M, T, W, F. Thursday dismissal is at 12:35pm. All Kindergartners must be picked up at their classroom door by a parent or guardian
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Transitional Kindergarten at Loma Portal is a half-day program and releases at 12:35pm EVERY DAY.
Is there a snack before lunch?
Is there lunch everyday?
Is there recess everyday?
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Yes, two! Everyday a snack recess and a lunch recess, and sometimes a late afternoon recess. Usually recess time is shared with 1 other Kinder class on the Kinder playground which includes swings, a play structure, play house, bikes and scooters, blocks and other equipment specifically reserved for the Kindergartners.
Are there bathrooms nearby?
What enrichment outside the classroom is offered?
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Every week your child will attend the STEAM Lab, Library, P.E., and Music class. There are also a variety of after school programs, on campus, available for your child. Please click here for more info.
Is there small group instruction?
Can I volunteer in my child's class?
- Parents are encouraged to volunteer in the Kinder classroom, especially in the morning rotations, to help with the activity or read to them. First, please complete the volunteer forms. Then contact your teacher to set up a time: weekly, bi-monthly, or whatever works for you.
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Is there homework in kindergarten?
Are there field trips?
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Yes, in the Spring all Kindergarteners go to the San Diego Zoo on a bus provided by the Foundation. There is also usually a field trip to Sea World in May. Both are very exciting trips for your child. We advise you to purchase a Loma Portal logo wear shirt so your child is easy to spot on a field trip.
How can I meet other incoming K families?
Is there before and after school care?
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Yes, Klassic Kids is offered at Loma Portal before and after school, as well as YMCA after school, and several other programs. Learn more here.
Is the campus secure?