Santa Maria-Bonita School District lays out new TK plan

SANTA MARIA, Calif. – The Santa Maria-Bonita School District has a new plan for the Transitional Kindergarten program, otherwise known as 'TK.'

This is a part of California's Assembly Bill 130:

"Phases in TK starting in 2022-23 school year through 2025-26 school year by expanding eligibility by 2 months each year. By 2025-26, all children who turn 4 years old by sept. 1 can enroll in TK."

This all depends on class sizes, according to the district.

Right now, the school district is trying to move as quickly as possible to achieve the expectations beginning next year.

SMBSD plans on expanding some kindergarten classes to a full day for students. This is expected to begin this upcoming school year.