This guide was written by kindergarten teachers and administrators across the state of Washington. Thank you for your commitment to excellence every day in making a difference for Washington’s most emergent learners! The guide was written by Kristi Dominguez, Director of Teaching and Learning/Early Childhood Education, in the Bellingham School District, and Laurie Sjolund, Early Learning Coordinator, Sumner School District. Robert Butts, Assistant Superintendent of Early Learning at the Washington Office of Superintendent (OSPI), provided oversight and support. Mercedes Eckroth, OSPI Early Learning Office, edited and formatted the document. Kathe Taylor, OSPI WaKIDS Office, made major contributions to the Assessment section. Also, special thanks to Karma Hugo, ESD 189, for being a thought partner as draft after draft was written. Funding for creating the guide was provided by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Jodi Haavig, Early Learning Program
