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Registration for Fall 2010
ECFE classes will begin
on Monday, August 2
at 8:30 AM.
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"Look at the fun we
have in ECFE" |
For families new to ECFE in Spring Lake Park School District we are offering two FREE Sampler classes. These classes will give you a chance to learn what ECFE is all about. The Sampler classes will be held on Friday Aug. 13 from 9:00-10:45 AM and on Thursday Sept. 9 from 9:30-11:15 AM. Each child attending the Sampler class will receive a free book. Join other new families and see what ECFE has to offer!
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Click here for on-line registration
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WHAT IS ECFE? - Early Childhood Family Education, which is part of District 16's Community Education program, is for all families with young children (ages birth up until kindergarten). ECFE believes that the years before a child begins school are the most important in their development. From the moment a child is born to the time she or he is ready for kindergarten, ECFE offers a variety of services and classes to families. All activities provide opportunities to build positive parent/child relationships while having fun together. Semester 1 classes will be held from Sept. 13, 2010 - Jan. 24, 2011 and Semester 2 classes are from Jan. 31, 2011 - May 20, 2011. ECFE classes provide inclusion for children and parents with special needs. All families are welcome at ECFE!
Throughout the year, ECFE offers:
Parent-child classes
Sibling care
Home visits
Outreach programs
Baby Showers
Baby Bag visits
Special events and more!
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For more information, please call 763.785.5560.
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What is an ECFE class like?
ECFE classes provide families a time to learn and play together and are limited to 10-14 children, based on the age of the children enrolled. In order to give more families a chance to attend ECFE, you may enroll each child in only one 14/15-week morning class per semester. |
Most ECFE classes have three components:
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Parent and Child Interaction Time:
Parents and children explore the ECFE room together. Learning activities are provided as well as time for open play. This time also includes a group "Circle Time" of songs and games.
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Parent Discussion Time:
A licensed parent facilitator provides resources and guides discussion about child development, parenting techniques, and current issues concerning today’s families.
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Guided Play for Children:
During parent discussion time, your children have snack, continue to play and are supervised by the early childhood staff. Learning experiences such as sharing, socializing and relating to friends their own age are encouraged.
EVERY FAMILY COUNTS!
Please make sure that if you live within the boundaries of Spring Lake Park School District that all of your children (even babies, toddlers and preschoolers) are on the district's census. Simply call 763.785.5570 to register your family.
