Early Learning Programs
Register for Kindergarten

Saltonstall Academic Staff:

Katie Pawlusiak, English Language Arts/Literacy Coach

  • K-5 balanced approach to literacy focused on developing life-long lovers of reading

Nicole Connolly, Math Coach

  • Hands-on activities to allow students to see and apply math ideas
  • Concept-based lessons build deep understanding rather than memorization

Traditions

  • Social Emotional Learning
  • Traditions: Hispanic Heritage Day, Stew Day, Field Day

Resources

To ensure that all students are prepared to achieve and inspired to learn, we also provide:

  • Partnerships with the Landmark School Outreach program, the New England Aquarium, the Read Trust, the Boys & Girls Club, Salem State University, and Endicott College.
  • 1:1 Chromebooks for Grades K-8
  • City Connects program provides wrap around services for students and families through an effective student support process run by City Connects coordinator: Joy Richmond-Smith
  • Language-based learning disability program
  • Gymnasium, theater/auditorium, and art studio

How to enroll your child in Kindergarten

To be eligible for Kindergarten in fall 2025, your child must turn 5 by Aug. 31, 2025. Parents/guardians must provide the necessary documentation to the Family Welcome Center at the time of registration and can do so in several ways: by adding it to the online application, in person, by email or by fax. If you have any questions or if you are missing any of these documents at the time of registration please contact the Family Welcome Center. Here is what you need:

  • Child must be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2025
  • 2 forms of proof of address
  • 1 form of proof of child’s age
  • Child’s immunization records
  • Parent’s/Guardian’s photo ID

The Process of enrollment is done electronically and you can do it from any location using a computer or tablet. (We don’t recommended you using your cellular phone). You have several options for registering your future Kindergartener at the school including: