Summer is more than a season—it’s your secret weapon for a smooth start to school. In this episode, Rachel Mayo from Chicago Public Schools’ Office of Early Childhood joins us to break down how families can use the summer months to prepare their little ones for pre-K and kindergarten. From free CPS transition programs like Preview to Pre-K and Kick Off to Kindergarten, to everyday activities in parks, libraries, and living rooms, we explore what readiness really looks like. We also tackle common concerns around separation anxiety and what “homework” should mean for preschoolers (spoiler: it’s not worksheets). Tune in for simple, joyful ways to make the most of summer and give your child a confident, connected start to school.

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