Together to Kindergarten is a kindergarten readiness program for families whose adults were educated elsewhere. It is open to all families, regardless of their background. While the classes and parent workshops are primarily taught in English, our staff can also speak Spanish, Haitian-Creole or French to make sure all families can attend.
Together to Kindergarten supports parents by providing workshops to assist them in acclimating to the culture of the United States public education system and skills to be active participants in their children’s education. This program is provided free of charge including door-to-door transportation for participants from Uniondale and Westbury. The Museum strives to create long-term relationships with the families by providing free family memberships and special events throughout the year for continued support.
Children learn skills to prepare them for kindergarten.
Workshops provide valuable skills for parents and caregivers.
Children engage in museum exhibits as part of their daily schedule.
The Museum has created resources to assist parents and organizations looking to support dual language learners as they prepare for a formal school experience. Check out our multi-lingual resources.
2025 Program Information
Program Information (English PDF)
Program Information (Spanish PDF)
Program Information (French PDF)
Program Information (Creole PDF)
Together to Kindergarten is supported by the generosity of these foundations and corporations:
- NYS Assemblywoman Taylor Darling (District 18) has allocated funds from the New York State Assembly
- John and Janet Kornreich Charitable Foundation
- The Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation
- JPMorgan Chase & Co.
- The Marion O. and Maximilian E. Hoffman Foundation
Underwriters: ABM Industries, Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co., M & T Charitable Foundation, Prestige PEO
The Institute of Museum and Library Services has been a supporter of critical initiatives for the Together to Kindergarten program.
Add your support of this community program by contacting the development office at development@licm.org or (516) 224-5813.