Worcester Public Schools is excited to welcome incoming kindergarteners and their families to Countdown to Kindergarten, a free family-friendly event at Polar Park, on Monday, August 18, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM.
Designed to help students and their families transition to kindergarten, Countdown to Kindergarten gives children a chance to explore, play and learn about school in an engaging environment. It's also an opportunity for families to connect with early education staff ahead of the upcoming school year.
From riding a school bus to meeting a crossing guard, and much more, this hands-on experience helps children prepare for their first days of school in WPS. Families will enjoy a wide range of activities, including:
🚌 Climbing aboard a school bus
🚸 Meeting a school crossing guard
🎶 Making music together
📚 Choosing a free book to take home
🥦 Learning about healthy eating habits
🏃♂️ Competing in the fan-favorite “Lunch Tray Relay”
🧱 Building with blocks — and more!
Complimentary parking will be available in the Madison Street Parking Lot.
Additional event details and a ticket will be mailed to families who have registered their child for kindergarten in the 2025–26 school year.