WaKIDS 101 offers teachers who are new to WaKIDS an introduction to the purpose structure and possibility of WaKIDS in order to understand how all three components of WaKIDS help to smooth the transition into kindergarten. Participants will gain a better understanding of how observation is foundational to effective instruction and learn practical strategies for collecting using and sharing evidence. By the end of the 2 day session teachers will have the basic skills to begin implementing all components of WaKIDS including using GOLD™ by Teaching Strategies® online. With the completion of their GOLD™ by Teaching Strategies® Inter-Rater Reliability Certification teachers will leave feeling confident and ready for fall.