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welcome
ECFE offers a variety of classes, all designed to help strengthen
families through interactive play and relevant, research-backed
parent education.
Classes for infants through two-year-olds focus on growth and
development. As children progress from non-separating to
separating classes, they learn through interaction with
their environment.
Topic classes are for parents and their children from birth through
prekindergarten. These classes encourage parents to discuss
subjects of interest while children learn during guided play
and express themselves through creative activities.
ECFE combines learning and play, providing families with
an opportunity to meet other parents and their young
children. Register for a day or an evening class this quarter!
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program overview
Early Childhood Family Education
(ECFE) Weekly Classes
• Parent-child time: Have fun playing with your
children in our age-appropriate environment.
Inside
• Parent discussion group: Meet with other parents
and a licensed parent educator to share and
learn about relevant parenting topics, get support
and ask questions.
Families Matter...... 4
Babies................... 5
Toddlers................. 6
• Children’s program: Children will learn through
playing with others in our well-staffed early
childhood classroom. The early childhood
teacher and assistants provide music activities,
circle and story times, art projects and group
social play.
Ages 2 through 5.... 7
Topic Classes........ 8
Classes at
a Glance........... 11
Playtimes
Registration......... 12
• Come and play with your child in our early
childhood classrooms. Let us provide the
activities and clean up the mess!
Locations and
Phone
Numbers.......... 12
• No registration needed. Families are welcomed
on a first-come, first-served basis until room
capacity is reached.
Bulletin
Board................ 14
• Admission is only $4 per child. No charge for
babies 12 months and younger.
Family School...... 14
More
Enrichment....... 16
• Discounted punch cards available.
Special Events
Spring Activities... 19
• A variety of special events are offered throughout
the year where parents can interact with their
children in a fun setting. See the bulletin board
pages for event details.
For more information about weekly classes,
playtimes and special events, call 952-388-1953 or
visit www.district196.org/ecfe.
Stay connected!
The Early Childhood Family Education website
is a great way to stay connected and to find
parenting ideas. Visit www.district196.org/ecfe for
the following resources and much more:
• Upcoming events
• Preschool registration form
• New baby census form
• Advisory Council updates
• Parenting ideas
• Family School information
Playtimes......... Back
Connections Preschool
Early childhood is a time of great
discovery! Connections Preschool
gives students the opportunity
to play with other children while
learning important prekindergarten
skills. The preschool curriculum
is aligned with School District
196’s K-12 learning standards.
Beginning math, reading and
writing skills are introduced.
All teachers are fully licensed
by the Minnesota Department
of Education in early learning
principles and techniques. In order to attend, children must
be three or four years old on or before September 1 of the
school year they are enrolling and live in District 196.
Information regarding Connections Preschool for 201617 will be mailed to homes with age-eligible children and
registration will begin in the spring for School District 196
residents.
For more information, call 952-388-1960 or
visit www.district196.org/ecfe.
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families matter
Strengthening family relationships is critical to helping children learn and grow successfully.
Strong bonds in the family are mutually reinforced with strong connections in the community.
How does engagement in
your child’s education shape
academic success?
• Children with involved parents have
higher academic achievement. Not
only do students score higher on tests
but they are more prepared to start
school and have a greater likelihood
of graduating.
• When schools effectively engage
families, students are 10 times
more likely to improve their math
performance and 4 times more likely
to improve their reading performance
than students attending schools not
implementing meaningful engagement
practices.
Source: “Working Systemically
in Action” - SEDL
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• The family is the strongest element in shaping lives. It’s the most powerful
support network there is. It’s where the cycle of learning begins, where
parents’ attitudes about learning become the educational values of the
children. Source: National Center for Family Literacy
• By age 18, children have typically spent only 13% of their waking
lives at school; families have a role in shaping the remaining 87%.
Source: Education Policy Studies Laboratory
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successful learning and development?
• All children, no matter where they live or what
their life circumstances are, deserve a quality
education. However, to make that happen it takes
everyone, home, school and community.
• From the moment of birth, a child’s learning begins.
Learning occurs every day and everywhere.
Source: “Working Systemically in Action” - SEDL
• Schools and community-based organizations can
also take the initiative to promote children’s learning
outside the classroom and facilitate family access
to afterschool offerings, museums, libraries, and
sports and arts programs.
Source: Harvard Family Research Project
• Schools implementing practices that promote strong
school, family and community partnerships are better
able to help children succeed academically because
these activities create greater consistency between the
child’s two most influential worlds, home and school.
Source: Early Childhood Research Quarterly
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Enjoy exclusive time with your baby.
Non-separating classes are limited to children in that age group.
babies
New baby in the house?
Congratulations! ECFE would like to tell you about the fun, educational
opportunities we offer for you and your child. Call 952-388-1953 to share your
good news, or register for our district news at www.district196.org/ecfe/census.
Non-separating Classes: Babies Only
Babies: Birth Through 6 Months
Having a baby can mean major adjustments in
every area of your life. Physical, social, mental,
emotional and financial changes often occur. This
relaxing class is designed to be educational, yet
allow you to slow down, enjoy your infant and learn
some fun games and songs.
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 5:45-7:15pm | FREE*
Room 116 | skip May 30 | 101-116A
Susan
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 8 | 12:30-2pm | FREE*
Room 116 | 101-116B
Susan
* Baby Class Fee
School District 196
families are FREE
Out-of-district
families use Fee B
Babies: 7 Through 12 Months
Here is a chance to let your baby experience new
sights and sounds during this one-on-one time with
you. You will meet other parents, sharing questions
on sleep, schedules and feeding. This fun class will
nurture your relationship with your baby.
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 8 | 2:30-4pm | FREE*
Room 116 | 102-116A
Susan and Katie C.
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ECFE Playtimes: Especially for Babies
(birth through 12 months)
This is a time for babies and parents to play in our
infant environment. Come and explore new toys, sing
songs or enjoy other fun activities led by an ECFE
teacher. There will also be time to meet other parents
and their babies! No preregistration needed.
Tue | 2-4pm | FREE | DVLC | Room 116
Feb 16, 23
Mar 1, 8, 15, 29 (skip Mar 22)
Apr 5, 12, 19, 26
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Jun 7
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toddlers
Non-separating classes are limited to children in that age group. Siblings ages
birth to prekindergarten are welcome in our gradually separating classes.
Gradually Separating Classes: Siblings Welcome
Parents and Toddlers
19 through 24 months
Toddlers are wonderful sources of boundless
determination, enthusiasm and energy. As they
rapidly grow and try new things, establishing
routines and consistency are very important. Your
children will be able to experience separation from
you as the class progresses and they build trust in
our staff. We will work to meet the individual needs
of each child as the parents move to a separate
room for discussion. These are classes in which the
group chooses topics. Please register ALL children,
including siblings, who will be attending class.
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 8:45-10:15am | Fee B
Room 116 | skip May 30 | 217-116A
Brenda Z., Susan, Katie C. and Laurie
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 10:45am-12:15pm | Fee B
Room 116 | skip May 30 | 217-116B
Brenda Z., Susan, Katie C. and Laurie
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 8:45-10:15am | Fee B
Room 116 | 217-116C
Susan, Vicki, Cindy and Katie C.
Non-separating Classes: Toddlers Only
Parents and Tiny Toddlers
13 through 18 months
This class suits parents with those tiny toddlers who
get weary after playing hard. You and your child will
remain in the same room while the parent discussion
takes place, a good way to practice separation
with you nearby. We will talk about your choice of
subjects, which could include separation anxiety,
setting limits, development or other relevant topics.
Separating Class: Siblings Welcome
Parents and Toddlers
19 through 24 months
NEW!
This new class format is for parents and
toddlers who have had success with
separation. It allows parents to separate from their
toddler earlier in the quarter. Please register ALL
children, including siblings, who will be attending
class.
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 8:45-10:15am | Fee B
Room 116 | skip Apr 22 | 151-116A
Brenda Z., Katie C., Laurie and Toni
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 10:45am-12:15pm | Fee B
Room 116 | 217-116D
Susan, Vicki, Cindy and Katie C.
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 10:45am-12:15pm | Fee B
Room 116 | skip Apr 22 | 151-116B
Brenda Z., Katie C., Laurie and Toni
Parents and Ones
13 through 24 months
Looking for a fun class for your one-year-old? Join
other parents and toddlers for an evening class.
Toddlers love to take off and explore if their parents
are close by. Parent discussion will take place in the
children’s room, where toddlers can check in with
their parents if they need to.
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 5:45-7:15pm | Fee B
Room 116 | 220-116
Brenda Z., Laurie, Rehana and Toni
Does an evening class fit into your schedule?
Babies: Birth Through 6 Months | Page 5
Babies: 7 Through 12 Months | Page 5
Parents and Ones | Page 6
Parents and Twos | Page 7
Positive Ways of Handling Anger | Page 8
Five Love Languages | Page 9
What a Difference a Dad Makes | Page 10
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Siblings ages birth to prekindergarten are
welcome in our separating classes.
ages 2 through 5
Separating Classes: Siblings Welcome
Preschooler Self-Esteem
Ages 3, 4 and 5
As your children mature, feeling good about
themselves and their world is extremely important.
There are techniques to help your children succeed
in little things. There are words that assure them
they have value. Learn how to encourage your
children so they like who they are and what they
do. In this class, your children will be able to
practice activities to help them know they can
succeed. Please register ALL children, including
siblings, who will be attending class.
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 9-11am | Fee A
Room 215 | skip May 30 | 302-215
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Luann
Parents and Preschoolers
Ages 3, 4 and 5
Parents and Twos
24 through 35 months
Twos are growing at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they
set out to try everything in sight. Make a date with your two-year-old and learn
delightful ways to enjoy time together. You will value a parent group where you
can learn about and share this super stage in your child’s development. Please
register ALL children, including siblings, who will be attending class.
This class, specially focused on ages three, four
and five, covers a variety of parenting topics to offer
you and your children a super time together! The
parent group will decide which topics to discuss,
such as self-esteem, discipline and power struggles.
Preschoolers will enjoy doing new things and
meeting new friends. Please register ALL children,
including siblings, who will be attending class.
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 12:45-2:45pm | Fee A
Room 216 | 315-216
Brenda Z., Kay, Cindy and Julie
Little Scientists
Ages 3, 4, and 5
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 10:45am-12:15pm | Fee B
Room 118 | skip Apr 22 | 255-118B
Kristi, Mary Jo, Jodi and Patricia
Children will learn and discover through a STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
lens to build 21st century skills. Bring your curious
children to this class as we explore how science
can be just right for preschoolers. We will do
some fun, easy and developmentally appropriate
experiments that will foster curiosity, develop
problem solvers, and give kids an “I did it” feeling.
In the parent room, we’ll look at ways to encourage
our children’s interest in STEM activities, as well as
other parenting topics. Please register ALL children,
including siblings, who will be attending class.
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 8:30-10am | Fee B
Room 215 | 255-215A
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Tammy
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 1:30-3:30pm | Fee A
Room 118 | skip May 30 | 555-118
Brenda Z., Mary Jo, Jodi and Melissa
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 6-7:30pm | Fee B
Room 204 | skip May 30 | 255-204
Deb, Kate, Lynell and Tammy
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 8:45-10:15am | Fee B
Room 118 | skip Apr 22 | 255-118A
Kristi, Mary Jo, Jodi and Patricia
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 10:30am-noon | Fee B
Room 215 | 255-215B
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Tammy
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 8:30-10am | Fee B
Room 215 | 255-215C
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Tammy
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 10:30-noon | Fee B
Room 215 | 255-215D
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Tammy
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topic classes
Children ages birth to prekindergarten are
welcome in our separating classes.
Separating Classes: Birth Through Prekindergarten
First Friends: Teaching Kids to Care,
Share and Be Self-Aware
Topic Classes
All children from
birth through
prekindergarten
are welcome to
attend with their
parents. Class
begins with parentchild interaction
followed by parent
discussion, which is
held in a separate
room. Children
continue to play and
learn with the early
childhood staff after
separating from
parents.
How do our children make friends and learn to
share? What social rules and guidelines should
we teach our children? We all want our children
to develop friendships, but what’s our role as
parents? Join this class and learn strategies
to build friendships and prevent aggression
among children. This class will foster respect for
differences and encourage solving problems in
a healthy manner. In the classroom, children will
enjoy activities that will teach sharing, making
friends and solving problems.
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 9:15-11:15am | Fee A
Room 204 | 312-204
Deb, Kate, Lynell and Theresa
Nuturing Resilient Families
What is resiliency and why is it important for our
families? In these stress-filled times, learning
from our mistakes, teaching children to make
good decisions, and helping children feel and
be competent are important tasks for parents.
This class is based on the book Raising Resilient
Children, written by Robert Brooks and Sam
Goldstein. In the parent group, we will discuss
strategies we can use to foster hope and optimism
in our children. Rewrite your family’s negative
scripts. Move toward teaching empathy and
promoting self-discipline and self-worth!
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 9:30-11:30am | Fee A
Room 216 | 402-216
Brenda Z., Kay, Cindy and Julie
Ecfe Family Playtimes
Come and play at our house with your preschool children. Fun activities
such as play dough, paints, sand, water, dress up, music and stories will
be available. Families are welcomed on a first-come, first-served basis until
room capacity is reached. Sorry, kindergarten
children may not participate. No preregistration
needed.The fee is only $4 per child and
punch cards for discounted fees are
available for purchase. No charge for
babies through 12 months.
Fri | 9-11:30am | $4 per child
DVLC | Room 204
Feb 19, 26
Mar 4, 18 (skip Mar 11, 25)
Apr 1, 8, 15, 29 (skip Apr 22)
May 6, 13, 20, 27
Jun 3
Mind in the Making
We know the early years are a critical time for brain
development. This class, based on Ellen Galinsky’s
book, Mind in the Making: The Seven Essential
Life Skills Every Child Needs, concentrates on
specific strategies we can use to support brain
development. Areas of discussion will include
focus and self-control; perspective taking;
communication; making connections; critical
thinking; taking on challenges; and self-directed,
engaged learning. Join us for this exciting class
about brain development.
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 9:15-11:15am | Fee A
Room 216 | 408-216
Brenda Z., Kay, Julie and Toni
Positive Ways of Handling Anger
We all get angry at one time or another - with a
spouse, a child, a neighbor or friend. One of the
essential ingredients for a healthy family is the
ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts so
they are not destructive. Learn to express yourself
and to channel anger and frustration in a positive
way so you can meet your needs. In this group,
we will investigate how often we are angry and the
role anger plays in our family relationships. Your
children will be encouraged to explore all their
feelings and express them in a proper way.
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 5:45-7:45pm | Fee A
Room 215 | skip May 30 | 563-215A
Barb, Susan, Jodi and Luann
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 9-11am | Fee A
Room 215 | skip Apr 22 | 563-215B
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Luann
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Children ages birth to prekindergarten are
welcome in our separating classes.
topic classes
Separating Classes: Birth Through Prekindergarten
Peace and Presence
ECFE has been a
significant part of my
family. We can’t thank
you enough. The
support I have gotten
here has changed
my life and me as
a person in such a
positive way.
parent in a topic class
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen
and Listen So Kids Will Talk
It is always difficult for parents to find the time in our busy lives to communicate
well with children. In this class, you will learn to communicate effectively with
your young ones so there are fewer episodes of whining and power struggles.
Your children will be able to hear, see and practice good communication skills
in the children’s room. This class will use the book by the same title. ECFE loan
copies are available, but you may also purchase the book at a local store or
check the public library.
We all want to give the best of ourselves to our
children, but that can be difficult in our fast-paced
world. In this class, you will discover strategies
to stay focused on what really matters by being
connected, grounded and present. Learn to parent
consciously by managing your own emotions and
teaching self-regulation to your children. Discover
how a stronger connection with your child will help
smooth everyday challenges, like getting out the
door and bedtime issues, while helping your child
build confidence and resilience.
Mon | Mar 28-Jun 6 | 9:15-11:15am | Fee A
Room 204 | skip May 30 | 642-204
Deb, Beth, Lynell and Theresa
The Five Love Languages of Children
So much depends on the love relationship between
you and your children. Do your children speak a
different love language? Sometimes they are filled
with gratitude and affection, and other times they
seem totally indifferent. When children feel loved,
they do their best. Discover your children’s primary
love language. Learn what you can do to effectively
convey unconditional feelings of respect, affection
and commitment that will then be reflected in your
children’s behavior. This class is based on the
book The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary
Chapman and Ross Campbell.
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 8 | 5:45-7:45pm | Fee A
Room 204 | 645-204
Susan, Kate, Barbara and Melissa
See additional location and time on page 10.
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 9-11am | Fee A
Room 204 | 600-204
Deb, Kate, Lynell and Theresa
Raising Your Spirited Child
Each of us is born with a distinctive temperament. If you have a youngster who
is strong-willed, easily stressed by new situations and super-sensitive about
his or her environment, you could have a child we call “spirited.” These kids
are “more” everything: more intense, more persistent, more sensitive and more
perceptive. The book Raising Your Spirited Child by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka will
be used as a resource. Come and find out about the benefits and challenges
of parenting spirited children. Learn that it is okay for them to be who they are!
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 8 | 9:30-11:30am | Fee A
Room 204 | 609-204
Deb, Beth, Lynell and Theresa
Moving and Learning
The body teaches the brain to think. Movement matters because every move
develops physical capabilities while building brain connections. Learn ways to
stimulate your child’s neural growth through movement and sensory activities.
We’ll explore the Kinetic Scale, a visual map of the active learning needs of
young children. Easy-to-implement tips and games related to the scale will be
practiced in the children’s room. Join us to get moving!
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 8 | 9-11am | Fee A
Room 215 | 611-215
Barb, Kathy, Annie and Luann
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topic classes
Children ages birth to prekindergarten are
welcome in our separating classes.
Separating Classes: Birth Through Prekindergarten
Teen/Young Parents
For Young Parents up to Age 21
Are you looking for a place to connect with peers
and learn about parenting your young child? Join
our Early Childhood Family Education class for
pregnant or parenting teens and young adults with
their babies, toddlers and preschoolers. You will
learn about topics such as adjusting to being a
parent, finding support, parent/child attachment,
nutrition, self-esteem and child guidance. Your
children will have the opportunity to explore our
early childhood classroom. Diploma credit is
available through Adult Basic Education. For more
information, call 952-388-1980.
Tue | Mar 29-Jun 7 | 3-4:30pm | Fee A
Room 204 | 810-204
Brenda Z.
Parenting the Child With Special Needs
All parents and children who are served by School
District 196 Early Childhood Special Education
programs are invited to a class planned just for
them. There will be time for family play followed
by a children’s educational play program. While
the youngsters enjoy their time, parents will have
an opportunity to meet and share challenges
and successes. This class is offered at no cost
to families. Programming is funded through
a collaboration between ECSE and ECFE.
Registration for this class will be handled
through ECSE.
Wed | Mar 30-May 4 | 5:45-7:45pm | FREE
Room 118 | 820-118
Mary, Kristi, Carlyn, Cindy and Wafaa
Dad and Me: What a Difference
a Dad Makes
Dads, come and find out you are not the only one
with concerns about balancing work and family
life, playing the “good cop,” toilet training, sibling
rivalry, communication and keeping your partner
happy as well. Trade tips with other dads about
these topics and parenting issues that you choose.
Class starts with unstructured playtime before
dads leave for their adult-sized chairs and great
conversation. The evening ends with dads
joining their kids for family circle time.
The Five Love Languages of Children
So much depends on the love relationship between you and your children.
Do your children speak a different love language? Sometimes they are filled
with gratitude and affection, and other times they seem totally indifferent.
When children feel loved, they do their best. Discover your children’s primary
love language. Learn what you can do to effectively convey unconditional
feelings of respect, affection and commitment that will then be reflected
in your children’s behavior. This class is based on the book The 5 Love
Languages of Children by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell.
Fri | Apr 1-Jun 3 | 9:30-11:30am | Fee A
CVLC* | skip Apr 22 | 645-300
Susan, Kate, Carlyn and Rehana
See additional location and time on page 9.
*CVLC (Cedar Valley Learning Center)
14420 Glenda Drive, Apple Valley, MN
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 6-8pm | Fee A
Room 216 | 910-216
Barb, Kay, Jennifer and Julie
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classes at a glance
Dakota Valley Learning Center
4679 144th Street West, Apple Valley
Room 116
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
Morning
#217-116A & 116B
Toddlers
8:45-10:15
10:45-12:15
#217-116C & 116D
Toddlers
8:45-10:15
10:45-12:15 (Separating)
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
#151-116A & 116B
Tiny Toddlers
8:45-10:15
10:45-12:15
Baby Playtime
2-4
#101-116B
Babies: Birth-6 Months
12:30-2
#102-116A
Babies: 7-12 Months
2:30-4
Afternoon
Evening
#101-116A
Babies: Birth-6 Months
5:45-7:15
Room 118
Monday
Tuesday
#102-116B
Babies: 7-12 Months
5:45-7:15
#220-116
Parents and Ones
5:45-7:15
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
#255-118A & 118B
Parents and Twos
8:45-10:15
10:45-12:15
Morning
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
Afternoon
#555-118
Little Scientists
1:30-3:30
Connections Preschool-4’s
1-3:30
Connections Preschool-4’s
1-3:30
Connections Preschool-4’s
1-3:30
#820-118
Parenting Special Needs
5:45-7:45
Evening
Room 204
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
Morning
#642-204
Peace and Presence
9:15-11:15
#600-204
How to Talk So Kids
Will Listen
9-11
#609-204
Raising Your Spirited Child
9:30-11:30
#312-204
First Friends
9:15-11:15
Family Playtime
9-11:30
Afternoon
Connections Preschool-3’s
12:45-3:15
#810-204
Teen/Young Parents
3-4:30
Connections Preschool-3’s
12:45-3:15
Evening
#255-204
Parents and Twos
6-7:30
Room 215
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
Morning
#302-215
Preschooler Self-Esteem
9-11
#255-215A & 215B
Parents and Twos
8:30-10
10:30-noon
#611-215
Moving and Learning
9-11
#255-215C & 215D
Parents and Twos
8:30-10
10:30-noon
#563-215B
Positive Ways
to Handle Anger
9-11
Afternoon
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
Connections Preschool-3’s
1:15-3:45
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
Connections Preschool-3’s
1:15-3:45
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
Evening
#563-215A
Positive Ways
to Handle Anger
5:45-7:45
Room 216
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
Morning
Connections Preschool-4’s
8:45-11:15
#408-216
Mind in the Making
9:15-11:15
Connections Preschool-4’s
8:45-11:15
#402-216
Resilient Families
9:30-11:30
Connections Preschool-4’s
8:45-11:15
Afternoon
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
#645-204
Five Love Languages
5:45-7:45
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
#315-216
Parents and Preschoolers
12:45-2:45
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:15-2:45
#910-216
What a Difference
a Dad Makes
6-8
Evening
Cedar Valley Learning Center
Monday
14420 Glenda Drive, Apple Valley
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
friday
Morning
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
Family School
9-noon
#645-300
Five Love Languages
9:30-11:30
Afternoon
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:55-3:25
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:55-3:25
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:55-3:25
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:55-3:25
Connections Preschool-4’s
12:55-3:25
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registration
How to Register for Weekly Classes
• Please register for one ECFE class per family. Our
classes are popular and we try to accommodate
as many families as possible.
Locations
• Children attending kindergarten are not eligible to
participate in ECFE classes.
DVLC
Dakota Valley
Learning Center
4679 144th St W
Apple Valley
Main:
952-388-1950
Registration:
952-388-1953
Connections
Preschool:
952-388-1960
• Babies nine weeks or younger are not counted as
a second child when determining class fee.
• Class confirmations are emailed if an email
address is provided.
ONLINE at www.district196.org/ecfe
Click on ECFE Registration in the right sidebar. If
you have an existing FeePay account, click on
Log In. If you are new to FeePay, click on Sign Up.
After you log in or your new account is created,
add an ECFE class to your cart and click on
checkout to complete your registration.
CVLC
Cedar Valley
Learning Center
14420 Glenda Dr
Apple Valley
MAIL or DROP OFF your registration form
and payment (either by check or with credit card
information) to:
ECFE at Dakota Valley Learning Center
4679 144th St W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Office hours are 7:30am to 4pm weekdays.
FAX your registration form with complete credit
card information to 952-388-1948. Please call
952-388-1953 to confirm.
Payments and Refunds
• If registering online, credit card payment (Visa®,
MasterCard® or Discover®) is required at the time
of registration. Your credit card will be charged
when you are placed in a class.
• If you are mailing or dropping off a registration,
payment (check, cash or credit card) is due at
the time of submission. Your payment will be
processed when you are placed in a class.
• Cancellations prior to the start of class will receive
a full refund. Cancellations during the first two
weeks of class will receive a refund minus a $25
processing fee. All registrations are considered
final after the second class meeting and are not
eligible for a refund.
• UCare members may be eligible for a $15
discount. Members must be on UCare through
the duration of the class and include their
UCare ID number when registering.
• All School District 196 families are encouraged to
attend, regardless of their ability to pay. Consider
the sliding fee scale as a guide to determine what
your family can afford.
• Please call 952-388-1953 if you have questions
regarding registration or payment.
ECFE classes are open to all families, including
adults and children with disabilities. Our sites are
accessible and sign language interpreters are
available for our classes. If you
need assistance to register,
please call 952-388-1953.
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Registration Timeline
• Registration deadline for the lottery is March 8, 2016.
• Lottery (computer generated) will be March 10, 2016.
• Following the lottery, class availability can be checked online. Registration
is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Requests for a class for children attending with a nanny will be considered
just prior to the start of class.
• Families living outside School District 196 may register just prior to the
start of class.
Important Phone Numbers
ECFE Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connections Preschool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Family School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Early Childhood Special Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Early Childhood Screening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Community Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
District 196 Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MN Communities Caring for Children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
360 Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Care Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CAP Agency/Head Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Burnsville (191). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Farmington (192). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hastings ECFE (200). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IGH/S. St. Paul ECFE (199). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lakeville (194). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mendota/W. St. Paul (197). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prior Lake/Savage (719). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MN Department of Education (MDE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Call us at 952-388-1953 if you did not receive your lottery confirmation email.
952-388-1953
952-388-1960
952-388-1982
952-388-1900
651-423-7899
651-423-7920
651-423-7700
651-523-0099
952-985-5300
952-891-7500
952-985-4045
651-322-3500
952-707-4150
651-460-3200
651-480-7678
651-457-9418
952-232-2150
651-403-8353
952-226-0950
651-582-8200
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registration
Classes fill quickly. Your best chance to be placed in your first choice is to register for the lottery by March 8.
Family name _____________________________________________________ Parent(s) attending 1) ____________________________________________________________________
2) ____________________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________________________
City_____________________________________________________ ZIP__________________________
Phones(H)___________________________________________________________________________
(Cell) _________________________________________________________________________
(W) __________________________________________________________________________
Email address for class confirmation_________________________________________________________
Children and infants attending
1)_______________________________________ Date of birth __________________ gender £ M £ F
2)_______________________________________ Date of birth __________________ gender £ M £ F
3)_______________________________________ Date of birth __________________ gender £ M £ F
Class Number
Class Title
Day/Time
1st Choice
2nd Choice
First-choice ECFE class fee$_________
Charge my:
£ Visa®
£ MasterCard®
£ Discover®
Total amount of payment
$_________
#______________________________________
Check to School District 196 ECFE
Name on card ____________________________
Check number
Signature________________________________
UCare number#_____________________________
Expires__________________________________
If you wish to make a donation to the ECFS Foundation,
go to www.ecfsfoundation.org/donate.html.
Payment Scale
Combined Family Income
Under $15,000
$15,000 to $29,999
$30,000 to $44,999
$45,000 to $59,999
$60,000 to $74,999
$75,000 to $89,999
$90,000 to $104,999
$105,000 to $119,999
$120,000 and up
Fee A
1 Child
$28
$42
$56
$70
$83
$104
$125
$146
$167
Fee A
2+ Children
$42
$56
$70
$87
$101
$122
$146
$167
$188
Fee B
1 Child
$20
$30
$40
$51
$61
$76
$91
$106
$121
#_________
Fee B
2+ Children
$30
$40
$51
$63
$73
$89
$106
$121
$137
Online
Registration
Confirmation
Email
When registering
online for ECFE
classes, in-district
residents will
automatically
receive an email
from Community
Education
confirming
registration in the
lottery. If you do
not receive an
email, or do not
have the chance
to enter payment
information, please
call 952-388-1953
right away. Any
change to an
existing registration
needs to be done
by our office staff.
Feel free to call
to check on your
registration. When
registering for
an ECFE class,
remember to
check your
in-box and
spam folders
for an email
from Community
Education.
Mail: ECFE at Dakota Valley Learning Center, 4679 144th St W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Fax: 952-388-1948 (Call 952-388-1953 to confirm.) ONLINE: www.district196.org/ecfe
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bulletin board
Weather
Announcements
for ECFE,
Connections
Preschool and
Family School
Is Your Child Immunized?
District 196 health guidelines require children’s
immunizations to be current prior to participating
in ECFE, preschool and Family School classes.
Immunization forms need to be completed once
per school year. Updates to immunization records
are accepted anytime.
Just for Teens and Young Parents
Through age 21
Wondering if you have
class?
• There will be no
classes when the
Rosemount-Apple
Valley-Eagan Public
Schools are closed.
• There will be no
morning classes if
there is a late start.
• There will be no
evening classes if
school closes early.
Information on
closings will be
available on local
television and radio
stations and at
www.district196.org.
Early Childhood Family Education is pleased to
offer a class for pregnant or parenting teens and
young adults along with their children. Discover
many useful tools and helpful tips from this class to
become better prepared as a parent. Connecting
with peers and meeting with a licensed Parenting
Educator will help provide the support needed to
become the best parent possible. Children ages
birth through pre-kindergarten will enjoy a chance
to play and learn in our early childhood classroom.
See page 10 for class details.
Family School
Do you want to learn English? Do you have young children at home during the day? Family School, a
literacy program for English language learners, has four important parts: a preschool program for children
ages three to five, time for parents and children to play and learn together, parent education, and adult
education. Family School meets Monday through Thursday, from 9am to noon. Please call 952-431-8316
for more information. Family School is sponsored by Adult Basic Education and Early Childhood Family
Education in School District 196.
Early Childhood Screening
The screening staff looks forward to welcoming
you at the District Service Center in Rosemount!
If your child is three and a half years old and
you currently receive school district mailings,
you will automatically be sent a letter from our
program inviting you and your child to an early
childhood screening.
Call Early Childhood Screening if
• you are new to the district,
• your child is almost four years old and has NOT
been screened,
• you have concerns about a preschool child,
• you need more information about the screening
process, or
• your child is entering kindergarten in the fall of
2016 and has not been screened.
You can call the Early Childhood Screening office,
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm at
651-423-7899.
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Welcome to Preschool Discovery for
Three-Year-Olds
Preschool Discovery is a year-long program that
focuses on the transition to preschool for both
parent and child. It combines an ECFE class
with a preschool experience. Children must be
three years old on or before September 1 of
the year they enroll and live in School District
196. Classes meet Monday/Wednesday or
Tuesday/Thursday. Children attend both days,
and parents attend either Mondays or Tuesdays
depending on class enrollment.
Children will experience a preschool program
led by licensed Early Childhood teachers. Prereading and pre-math skills will be introduced
and developed over the course of the year.
Parents discuss topics such as self-esteem,
discipline, power struggles and development led
by a licensed parent educator.
Advisory Council and Foundation for ECFS
The Early Childhood Family Services (ECFS) Advisory Council and Foundation
are comprised of parents in our community who have chosen to donate their
time giving back to the program. The council meets monthly during the school
year to plan fundraisers, contribute to the class planning and content process,
plan legislative strategies, as well as provide support for ECFS teachers and
staff.
It has been a busy year for the Advisory Council. In addition to the Square One
Art fundraiser this past fall and the recent annual Valentine Party, we have been
working on the third Run For Hope 5K, which is our biggest fundraiser yet! All
proceeds benefit the ECFS Foundation and are put directly back into the ECFS
program. The run is a fun family event that will be held on May 14th at Valley
Natural Foods. See the front cover for run registration information.
For more information on how you can become an Advisory Council member or
to provide program suggestions or input, please send an email to Jenna Ruble,
Program Manager, at jenna.ruble@district196.org.
There is a monthly fee for Preschool Discovery.
Tuition assistance is based on annual yearly
income and determined by a sliding fee scale.
Watch for registration materials to arrive by mail
this spring and get further details on our website:
www.district196.org/ecfe.
This class has truly given our family some
wonderful tools that have already proven
to be effective in helping our family to be a
calmer, hard-working and critical thinking
family together.
Parent in an ECFE class
Run for Hope
Valley Natural Foods will
host and sponsor our third
annual Run for Hope 5K
on May 14, 2016. Help
support early childhood
programs by getting fit and
enjoying time with your
family. All proceeds go to
the Foundation for Early
Childhood Family Services
to help develop and sustain
quality programming in
Early Childhood Family
Services. Online registration
is available at
www.runforhope5k.com.
ECFE Summer Classes Offered in July
Our ECFE summer program provides a sample
of the classes available throughout the year,
including age-specific and topic classes. Family
playtimes for parents and their children from birth
through prekindergarten are also offered. Look
for your brochure and registration information to
be mailed at the beginning of June. Join us for
summer fun with your little one!
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more enrichment
Enjoy learning
with your child!
Visit www.district196.
org/ce to find classes
that will enrich you
and your children!
Call 651-423-7920 for
more information.
MORE Sign, Say & Play®
(parents and children ages 6 mos-3 yrs)
Discover baby sign language with your child
through games, songs and activities. Exciting
weekly themes will teach you six to seven new
signs each week. Learn, have fun and play with
your baby while meeting new friends. Carol
Hedberg is a certified instructor of the Baby Signs®
Program and a Child Development specialist with
a background in providing childcare, facilitating
children’s programs, and supporting families in
their parenting skills and child development.
Mon | Apr 4-May 9 | 6:45-7:45pm | 6 ses | $39
HL | YCHBS-S1
inew Baby Animals Art (ages 3-6)
Spring is here and with it comes lots of new
babies on the farm. Let the baby animals be
your inspiration as you create your own threedimensional barnyard scenes filled with farm
babies. Kidcreate Studio’s award-winning art
classes allow kids to explore art in an environment
full of giggles and grins. Curriculum is age
appropriate and designed to inspire. Visit www.
kidcreatestudio.com.
Fri | Apr 22 | 9am-noon | $35 | AVCC | YKCBA-S1
Playdate with Mommy Art Class
(parents and children ages 18 mos-6yrs)
Locations
AVCC Apple Valley
Mother and child time is special; why not spend it
doing something creative? How many times have
you said “I love you to the moon and back” to your
mom? Create an keepsake wall hanging inspired
by this popular endearment. Enjoy special time with
your favorite adult. Kidcreate instructor
Community Center,
14603 Hayes Rd
Tue | May 3 | 9:30-10:30am | $19 | AVCC | YKCPD-S1
Middle School
1540 Deerwood Dr
Eagan
Little Doodlers
(parents and children ages 2-5)
BHMS Black Hawk
CCC Community of
Christ Church
5990 134th St Ct
Apple Valley
FRMS Falcon Ridge
Middle School
12900 Johnny Cake
Ridge Rd
Apple Valley
HL Highland
Elementary School
14001 Pilot Knob Rd
Apple Valley
RHS Rosemount
High School
3335 142nd St W
RMS Rosemount
Middle School
3135 143rd St W
SHMS Scott
Highlands
Middle School
14011 Pilot Knob Rd
Apple Valley
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Decorate your house with spring art that
will make you smile. Discover various
art forms and create a colorful
pink pig or an octopus collage.
Decoupage a tissue paper leaf. Dig
your hands into some clay and make
a bright dragonfly. These colorful
projects set the mood for
summer. Abrakadoodle is
an art program that uses
imaginative lessons to
enhance creativity. Each
lesson introduces children
to a different material and
a different artist or art
technique. Most projects
are framed.
Sat | Apr 9-30 | 9:30-10:15am
4 ses | $59, $49 add’l child
AVCC | YABCC-S1
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Get active by engaging
in a developmental sports
and fitness program that
teaches the fundamentals and
mechanics of nine different sports, including
baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, football, basketball,
soccer, golf, hockey and tennis. Build selfconfidence, practice teamwork, and improve fine
and large motor skills. Increase cardiovascular
fitness, muscle tone, hand-eye coordination and
reaction time. Amazing Athletes instructors provide
children with the basis for an active lifestyle. They
are trained in child development and have a
passion for working with young children.
Thu | Apr 7-May 12 | 10-10:45am | 6 ses | $59
AVCC | YAA-S1
Thu | May 19-Jun 23 | 10-10:45am | 6 ses | $59
AVCC | YAA-S2
Amazing Tots (parents and children
ages 20 mos-3 yrs)
Discover sports that will get your toddler moving.
Enjoy physical challenges and organized activities
that increase major motor development. Learn
basketball, football, soccer and baseball skills.
Play along with your favorite special friend.
Amazing Athletes instructor
Thu | Apr 7-May 12 | 9:20-9:50am | 6 ses | $52
AVCC | YAAAT-S1
Thu | May 19-Jun 23 | 9:20-9:50am | 6 ses | $52
AVCC | YAAAT-S2
Introductory Little Ninjas (ages 3-5)
Learn to pay attention, cooperate, follow
instructions, show respect for yourself and others,
and practice self-control and self-discipline.
Discover basic martial arts skills, as well as
stranger-danger rules and limited self-defense
appropriate for this age group. White Belt included.
T-shirts and uniforms may be purchased from
the instructor. Parents are encouraged to attend.
After introductory class ends, you may
continue classes through the instructor.
Phil Tobey is certified in martial arts.
He is a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and
has more than 20 years of experience
practicing and teaching.
Sat | Apr 2-Jun 11 | 12-12:30pm | 10 ses | $79
RMS | skip May 28 | YTAEN1-S4
Mon | Apr 4-Jun 6 | 5-5:30pm | 8 ses | $69
RMS | skip May 16, 30 | YTAEN1-S1
Tue | Apr 5-Jun 7 | 5-5:30pm | 7 ses | $65
RMS | skip May 3, 10, 17 | YTAEN1-S2
Thu | Apr 7-Jun 9 | 5-5:30pm | 7 ses | $65
RMS | skip Apr 14, May 12, 19 | YTAEN1-S3
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Preschool Gymnastics (ages 3-5)
Learn the basics of gymnastics: tumbling, balance,
safety and combination skills. Work on the balance
beam, wedge, bars, spring board and mini tramp.
Wear leotards or comfortable clothing. Sorry, no early
bird discount. Jason Passeri is the lead instructor
and the RHS gymnastics coach. He has been
the Region III Coach of the Year and the
MAGA (Midwest Amateur Gymnastics
Association) Coach of the Year.
Locations: Community of Christ
Church (CCC) or Rosemount
High School (RHS)
Mon | Apr 4-May 23 | 10-10:45am | 8 ses
$89 | CCC | YGYMNP-S1
Tue | Apr 5-May 24 | 10-10:45am | 8 ses
$89 | CCC | YGYMNP-S2
Wed | Apr 6-May 25 | 10-10:45am | 8 ses | $89 | CCC | YGYMNP-S3
Sat | Apr 9-May 21 | 12:15-1pm | 7 ses | $79 | RHS | YGYMNP-S4
Music Together
(parents and children birth-5 yrs)
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Buggy for Bugs (ages 3½-6)
Are you buggy for bugs? Do you like the creepy
crawlers of the immense insect world? Investigate
the three types of metamorphosis; discover how
some bugs live in colonies; and how bugs eat,
smell and survive. Construct your own bugs, weave
a web and more in this fun, hands-on class.
Science Explorers instructors are dedicated
to helping children learn about their
world through science with hands-on
exploration.
Sat | Apr 16 | 9:30-11:30am
$19 | FRMS | YSEBB-S1
Parenting to Promote Executive
Functioning and Self-regulation Skills
Does your child struggle with controlling his or
her behavior, attention or emotions? Learn about
executive functioning skills and how they develop.
The focus will be on interactive learning and
problem solving to teach parenting strategies and
activities to build stronger skills for your child.
The information is focused on children ages 3 to
13, but all parents and educators are welcome.
Paige Hays is an occupational therapist who has
extensive experience working with children with
developmental needs. She provides high-quality
parent-training, teaching parents to match the
individual needs of each child.
Thu | May 5 | 6:30-8:30pm | $15 | FRMS
APPEF-S1
Fee: $176 adult-child pair, $99 add’l child, infants under eight months
attend free with paid sibling.
Location: Apple Valley Community Center (AVCC)
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 1 | 10:15-11am | 10 ses | YMT-S1
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 1 | 11:15am-12pm | 10 ses | YMT-S2
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 1 | 5:15-6pm | 10 ses | YMT-S3
Wed | Mar 30-Jun 1 | 6:15-7pm | 10 ses | YMT-S4
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 10-10:45am | 10 ses | YMT-S5
Thu | Mar 31-Jun 2 | 11-11:45am | 10 ses | YMT-S6
Sun | Apr 3-Jun 5 | 4-4:45pm | 10 ses | YMT-S7
Sun | Apr 3-Jun 5 | 5-5:45pm | 10 ses | YMT-S8
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more enrichment
Aqua Kids 3 (ages 3 to 5)
Develop skills and endurance to swim longer
distance. Begin to learn front crawl and elementary
backstroke. Skills include:
Aqua Tots (ages 6 to 36 mos with a parent or guardian)
Have fun in the pool with a parent or guardian. Parents learn to help their child
adjust to the water and develop safety awareness.
Mon & Wed | Mar 28-Apr 25 | 5:15-5:45pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Tue & Thu | Mar 29-Apr 26 | 6:30-7pm | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sat | Apr 2-May 21 | 10:45-11:15am | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sun | Apr 3-May 22 | 6:25-6:55pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Many more convenient times and locations are listed online!
Aqua Kids 1
(ages 3 to 5 with or without a parent or guardian)
Become comfortable in the water and learn basic skills (may be performed
with flotation), including:
• Enter the water independently
• Submerge head
• Bob underwater and blow bubbles
• Front float and glide
• Back float and glide
• Roll over with life jacket
• Paddle stroke on front and finning stroke on back
Mon & Wed | Mar 28-Apr 25 | 5:50-6:20pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Tue & Thu | Mar 29-Apr 26 | 7-7:30pm | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sat | Apr 2-May 21 | 9-9:30am | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sun | Apr 3-May 22 | 6:25-6:55pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Many more convenient times and locations are listed online!
Aqua Kids 2 (ages 3 to 5)
Participants learn to swim short distances and jump into chest-deep water.
Master the basic skills of Aqua Kids 1 independently and without flotation.
Mon & Wed | Mar 28-Apr 25 | 7-7:30pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Tue & Thu | Mar 29-Apr 26 | 5:15-5:45pm | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sat | Apr 2-May 21 | 9:35-10:05am | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Sun | Apr 3-May 22 | 4:05-4:35pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Many more convenient times and locations are listed online!
• Jump into chest-deep water and return to the
edge of the pool
• Bob underwater, blowing bubbles
• Front float, glide, turn and swim back to the wall
• Back float, glide, roll over, turn and swim back to
the wall
• Tread water
• Paddle stroke on front and finning stroke on back
• Front crawl
• Elementary backstroke
Mon & Wed | Mar 28-Apr 25
5:50-6:20pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Tue & Thu | Mar 29-Apr 26
5:50-6:20pm | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Sat | Apr 2-May 21
9:35-10:05am | 8 ses | $61 | BHMS
Sun | Apr 3-May 22
4:50-5:20pm | 8 ses | $61 | SHMS
Many more convenient times and locations are
listed online!
more for ages 4+
Check out these and more at
www.district196.org/ce!
Mother’s Day Gift Making (ages 4-7)
They love you, hug you and make you brush your
teeth! Show your mom how much you love her
with a handmade gift. Create a beautiful handprint flower bouquet painting on a real canvas
board. Kidcreate instructor
Sat | Apr 30 | 1-4pm | $33 | FRMS | YKCMD-S1
inew Basics to Building: Models that
Move (ages 4-6)
Discover STEM (science, technology, engineering
and mathematics)! Let your imagination run wild
and build models that move. Explore swinging,
spinning, rotating and linear motion using Kid
K’NEX Educational Kits. Computer Explorers
TechStars Program has been teaching computer
application skills throughout the U.S. and
internationally.
Sat | May 14 | 9-11am | $29 | FRMS | YCEBB-S1
Monster Mash (ages 4-6)
Transform into a musical monster on stage,
moving to magical melodies. Inspired by the
books Where the Wild Things Are, Monster Mess,
I Need My Monster, Tickle Monster, and The
Book that Eats People, there’s no telling what
kind of creatures and adventures you will bring
to life. Stages Theatre Company instructors are
committed to stimulating artistic excellence and
personal growth.
Sat | Apr 16-30 | 10-11am | 3 ses | $39
FRMS | YSTMM-S1
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spectacular spring activities
Grow and Trim a Grass Cup
Buy grass seed and potting soil.
Have your child use a spoon to fill
a Styrofoam cup and then carefully
sprinkle the grass seed across the
top. Place the cup by a window and
water often to keep the soil moist.
When the grass grows a few inches,
the child can give the grass a trim
with children’s scissors.
Make an Edible Dirt Cup
Ingredients
• 1
package (3.9 oz.) chocolate
instant pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1
tub (8 oz.) non-dairy whipped
topping, thawed
• 1
5 chocolate sandwich cookies,
finely crushed inside a plastic
Ziploc bag
• W
orm-shaped chewy fruit snacks
Help your child beat the pudding mix
and milk in large bowl with a whisk
for 2 minutes. Stir in whipped topping
and 1/2 cup cookie crumbs. Spoon
into 10 (6- to 7-oz.) paper or plastic
cups; top with remaining cookie
crumbs. Refrigerate one hour. Top
with fruit snacks just before serving.
Take a Nature Walk
1. M
ake a sticky bracelet by wrapping
masking tape around your child’s
wrist, sticky side out.
2. A
s you walk, your child can pick
up fun things he or she finds such
as seeds, pebbles, and leaves and
place them on the bracelet.
Take a Texture Walk
Take a walk and bring a piece of paper
and crayons without their wrappers.
Find things that would make an
interesting crayon rubbing. Place the
paper over the object and color with
the long side of the crayon. Tree bark,
patio bricks, wood grains and shoe
soles all make fun patterns.
Make an Indoor Flower Shop
Materials
• Artificial flowers
• Baskets, plastic vases
• Styrofoam
• Counter or play theater
• Gardening gloves
• Play money
• Paper, crayons, markers
Create a colorful flower shop sign
with the paper, crayons and markers.
Let your child put together his or her
favorite arrangement in the baskets
and vases. Pretend to sell the
arrangements, or create one to give
to someone special.
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Independent School District 196
4679 144th St W
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Non-Profit Org.
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Rosemount, MN
Permit No. 1
Jane K. Berenz, Superintendent
Khia Brown, Director of Community Education
School Board
Jackie Magnuson, Chairperson
Gary L. Huusko, Vice Chairperson
Joel Albright, Clerk
Bob Schutte, Treasurer
Art Coulson, Director
Rob Duchscher, Director
Mike Roseen, Director
District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to
public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to
designated youth groups. The Director of Human Resources (651-423-7859) has been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. The
Director of Elementary Education (651-423-7782) and the Director of Secondary Education (651-423-7712) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies. The Director of Special Education (651-423-7629) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address
for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068.
ECFE Playtimes
Parents, come and play with your children.
No preregistration needed!
Family Playtimes: Birth through Prekindergarten
Come and play at our house with your preschool children. Fun activities
such as playdough, paints, sand, water, dress up, music and stories
will be available. Families welcomed on a first-come, first-served
basis until room capacity is reached. Sorry, kindergarten children may
not participate. The fee is only $4 per child and punch cards for
discounted fees are available for purchase. No charge for babies
through 12 months.
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Fri | Feb 19-Jun 3 | 9-11:30am
$4 per child | Room 204
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Especially for Babies: Birth through 12 months
This is a time for babies and parents to play in our infant environment.
Come and explore new toys, sing songs or enjoy other fun activities led
by an ECFE teacher. There will also be time to meet other parents and
their babies! Baby playtime is free of charge. Participation is limited
to this age only.
Tue | Feb 16-Jun 7 | 2-4pm | FREE | Room 116 | skip Mar 22
www.district196.org/ecfe