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Data & Facts
99%
of families at Appleton Community 4K locations say their child's teachers and staff genuinely care about their child.
13 sites
Families can access 4K at 9 community locations and 4 elementary host sites throughout Appleton.
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Our team includes 28 dedicated 4K teachers, ensuring high-quality, individualized attention and support across Appleton Community 4K.
Our Model
Our Play Workshop Model provides a Standards-Based Curriculum in Math, Literacy, Science, and Social and Emotional Skills.
87%
of 4K families say that their child is learning about feelings, problem-solving, how to make friends, and how to follow rules and expectations.
4K NEWS
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Students who are at school on time, every day for the first 15 days of school are more likely to have strong attendance for the remainder of the school year. Are you in for the first 15?
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This update, which will be effective for the 2026-27 school year, brings district policy into compliance with state law while reinforcing expectations that have long guided classroom learning and student behavior. The Appleton Area School District wants students to be able to focus on learning while also helping them learn to use technology responsibly
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As part of our ongoing work to support student success, a few small updates to the district’s attendance practices will take effect beginning in the 2026–27 school year. These updates are designed to create more consistency across schools and ensure students are in class and ready to learn each day
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Appleton Community 4K is open to any student who will turn 4 years old on or before September 1st, we look forward to having your child join us! Enrollment opens SOON!
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We encourage your students to share safety concerns with a trusted adult or, when needed, use SUSO to confidentially report issues that affect their well-being. SUSO’s Resource Center operates 24/7, ensuring every report is taken seriously