Parents of preschoolers are invited to attend a free Kindergarten Readiness Panel on Monday, Nov. 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA).
The event will feature a panel of early childhood development professionals who will share insights on helping families navigate the transition to kindergarten. Topics will include school routines, developmental milestones, social-emotional readiness and practical tips for preparing children at home.
Panelists include:
- Paige Gabriel, mental health counselor
- Dr. Laura Kantor, pediatrician
- Stephanie Kolb, kindergarten teacher
- Kylie Levine, occupational therapist
- Machaela Whelan, preschool director
- Sara Whelan, psychologist, M.Ed., M.A., LCPC
The panel is open to all parents in the community with children nearing kindergarten age. Registration is required by Sunday, Nov. 8. Those interested can register at forms.gle/L3tQ9Fi2XufN85wi7.
The event is sponsored by PJ Library of Kansas City, Sasone, HBHA, the Child Development Center at The J and Beth Shalom Rose Family Early Childhood Education Center.
