Greater Owensboro’s
Learning Adventure!
A free community program to develop Kindergarten-ready kids
in Greater Owensboro
Greater Owensboro’s Learning Adventure!
A free community program to develop Kindergarten-ready kids in Greater Owensboro
Look for Checkmarks around the community!
What is Checkmarks?
Checkmarks is a totally FREE community program to help kids in greater Owensboro prepare for Kindergarten and beyond! The program is made up of simple, age appropriate activities for kids, plus helpful resources for parents and caregivers.
The program focuses on five essential qualities of
a well-rounded child:
Look for Checkmarks around
the community!
The curriculum focuses on
five essential qualities of
a well-rounded child:
Curious
Cultivating a desire to
learn, explore, and discover.
Healthy
Promoting exercise, nutrition,
and mental wellness necessary
to thrive.
Engaged
Building social skills
to encourage human
connection.
Confident
Encouraging
self-esteem, inner pride,
and independence.
K-Ready
Developing the skills
and abilities to ensure
success in school.
Checkmarks aims to create better outcomes for Greater Owensboro kids.
Checkmarks aims
to create better outcomes for Greater Owensboro kids.
Only 1 in 5 of Greater Owensboro kids under age 5 are using early childhood services. ¹
Half of Owensboro students arrive to Kindergarten unprepared. ²
Around 47% of Greater Owensboro students failed to reach reading proficiency by 3rd grade. ³
¹ 2018-2019 Kentucky School Report Card
² 2019-2020 Kentucky School Report Card
³ 2019-2020 BRIGANCE Screener
