Jump Start Summer Program
Jump Start is a four‐week in-person summer program that helps students begin kindergarten ready and excited to learn. The program focuses on building social‐emotional and academic skills through hands‐on, engaging learning experiences. Students will be more comfortable entering school on the first day in September and better prepared for the expectations of the kindergarten curriculum.
The Jump Start Summer Program is open to City School District of Albany students who will enter kindergarten in September.
In general, participants are identified by current pre-K staff based on a number of academic and developmental factors. Staff will then contact parents and guardians to recommend their child participate.
If you feel that your child would benefit from this program, and are not contacted by June 2, you may contact the Early Childhood Department at (518) 475-6591 to inquire about possible enrollment.
Overview
| Apply by | By staff recommendation (see eligibility note above) |
|---|---|
| Grades | Students entering K in September 2024 |
| Start date | July 15, 2024 |
| End date | Aug. 9, 2024 |
| Hours | 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. |
| Location(s) | Giffen Memorial Elementary School Pine Hills Elementary School |
Locations
This program is offered in-person at two locations serving all pre-K programs. The assigned site for your child is determined by neighborhood attendance zones as indicated below.
Students currently attending pre-K in community locations will be placed according to proximity.
Please note that placements for all students is subject to change based on availability.
| Location | Schools served |
|---|---|
| Giffen |
ASH |
| Pine Hills |
Arbor Hill |
Transportation
All families are eligible for transportation to and from the program. Additional information will be provided if your child is offered a seat in the program.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch are provided each day as part of the program.
Have questions?
If you have questions about the program, please contact:
