Edina Family Center 2015-2016 ECFE Catalog by Edina Public Schools

FAMILY CENTER

5701 Normandale Road | Edina, MN 55424 Call (952) 848-3908 or email edinafamctr@edinaschools.org

beyond ecfe – school age parenting Set some time aside once each month to learn new parenting skills, replenish your toolkit, and build your confidence as a parent. Engage with leading-edge, research-based information and strategies to promote healthy and age-appropriate child development. Each session includes guided discussion time, which allows you to share your joys and concerns, your challenges and experiences—and benefit from group wisdom.

Look for these upcoming classes in the Fall 2015 Adult Learning for Life Catalog! Parenting Your Kindergartner Friendships at school, teaching responsibility, sibling issues, and positive discipline are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Parenting Your 1st and 2nd Grader Emotion coaching, independence, media, chores and allowance are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Parenting Your 3rd through 5th Grader Cliques and bullies, puberty, optimism and resilience, and making good choices are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Parenting Your 6th and 7th Grader Friendships and social dynamics, balancing homework and activities, puberty, adolescent brain development, discipline and back talk, and technology and social media are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Parenting Your 8th & 9th Grader Adolescent brain development, budding romance, emerging independence, parties and dances, and technology and social networking are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Parenting Your High Schooler Friendships and social dynamics, money management, and drugs and alcohol are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.

Individual Parent Education Do you have questions you think are best addressed individually? You’re not alone, and nothing will surprise us! Schedule some one-onone time with a licensed parent educator. We’re available with flexible schedules to provide research, information, advice and support on topics including: • Child/adolescent development • Discipline • Communication skills • Nurturing self-esteem • Tantrums • Eating, sleeping or toilet training • Sibling issues • Curfews • Parent/child relationships • School readiness • Any other parenting concerns A sliding fee scale is available, determined by income. Visit and register at edinaschools.org/familycenter for more information or call (952) 848-3908.

EDINA COMMUNITY Education

Grant and Megan Sprout attend Teacher Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baby & Me class for 0-6 month olds to strengthen their bonds between each other and meet other families who are experiencing the same growth after having a child. While the babies engage in socialization and play, parents can ask questions, address concerns or simply enjoy some relaxing time with their child and others in a safe and friendly environment with an experienced parent educator.

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Babies & Toddlers (Non-Separating)........................................... 6 Babies & Toddlers (Separating)................................................... 8 Two Year Old with Parenting......................................................10 3-5-Year-Olds with Parenting.....................................................11 Once a Month Family Events.....................................................12 ECFE Playtime..............................................................................13 Once-a-Month Family Events....................................................14 2015-2016 School Year Calendar.............................................. 15 How to Register...........................................................................16 Early Childhood Screening........................................................17 Edina Resource Center Information......................................... 18 Immunization Form......................................................................19 Maps/Parking..............................................................................21

Welcome Families! The Edina Family Center Early Education staff is excited to offer new classes and programs designed to meet the needs of your family. We know about the importance of getting off to a strong start with your children and our line-up of workshops and classes offer great ways to strengthen that bond with your infant, toddler or preschooler while meeting your adult needs for support, education and a sense of belonging while you are on your parenting journey. We promise to: • Promote informed, realistic attitudes and expectations about raising children • Offer child development information and a variety of parenting techniques • Provide support to adults in their efforts in raising children • Help create effective communication in families • Provide information on resources available in the community Thanks for letting us partner with you and your family. Best Wishes, Laurie Denn Edina Family Center Coordinator

Welcome to the Edina Family Center! At Edina Public Schools, we believe that you are never done learning. As an involved parent of one of the district’s youngest learners, we commend you for committing time to learning more about parenting and child development through our Early Childhood Family Education classes. Our experienced early childhood staff look forward to sharing their expertise and enthusiasm for early learning. We hope you will develop skills, and find ideas and resources that will help you create a happy and healthy home environment for your entire family. These classes are the first of many partnership opportunities between your family and the school district. We look forward to many years of working together as your child grows and advances through Edina Public Schools. Regards, Ric Dressen Superintendent

REFERENDUM 2015 INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS YOU are invited to a conversation on the future of our schools. Preparing for the Next Generation of Edina Public Schools requires the engagement of all our stakeholders—students, families, community and district staff. You are invited to a presentation and conversation about the how the upcoming Facilities Bond Referendum aligns with our district strategic efforts

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to advance our Edina Excellence and personalize learning for all students. Attendees will hear from Superintendent Dressen and other district leaders about the components of the facilities plan, details on how referendum dollars would be spent, and the design process should the referendum pass. There will also be time for questions and dialogue. Whether you are an Edina Public Schools resident or not, it is important for all us to take the time to be informed. We look forward to meeting with you and advancing our partnership as we plan for the Next Generation of Learners. • Thursday, March 19 – 7 p.m., Creek Valley Elementary • Tuesday, April 7 – 7 p.m., Edina Community Center • Monday, April 20 – 7 p.m., Council Chambers, Edina City Hall, sponsored by League of Women Voters-Edina

EDINA FAMILY CENTER

The Edina Family Center offers high-quality early education programs for families with children from birth through age five. Programs include new “Baby and Me” classes, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), preschool, child care, and more. If you have questions please email edinafamctr@edinaschools.org or call 952-848-3908.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Youth programs offer a variety of fun and educational activities for ages 3-18, including classes and camps, KIDS Club (gr. K-3), WISE Guys (gr. 4-5), and SURGE (gr. 6-9)out-of-school time care. Service Learning and Youth Serving Youth provide student leadership and service opportunities. Youth Enrichment offers a wide array of enrichment opportunities at multiple sites before and after school as well on many school release days. If you have questions call: 952-848-3952.

ADULT EDUCATION

We believe that everyone can learn and everyone can teach. We offer lifelong learning ranging from Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning to fitness, wellness, global awareness, hobbies, 21st century technology and professional development. If you have questions call: 952-848-3952.

VOLUNTEER

Edina’s Community Volunteer Program invites community members to share their time, talents and passions for learning with students or to support students. Volunteers can make a difference in a variety of ways in our schools. To find out more call 952-848-4926.

EDINA RESOURCE CENTER

A partnership of Edina Community Education Services, Edina Public Schools, and the City of Edina, the Edina Resource Center provides your free and confidential connection to community resources, services, and information in Edina. If you have questions or need a resource please call 952-848-3936

FACILITIES RENTAL

Edina Public Schools facility reservations are available for rental by community groups per Policy 902. The facilities can handle many types of activities for large and small groups. Rental Guidelines can be found on our website or you if have questions please call 952-848-3963.

Have other questions? Give our Main Office a call at 952-848-3952 or stop by. We’re open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 5701 Normandale Road | Edina, MN 55424 | comedu@edinaschools.org

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Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is for families with children birth through Pre-kindergarten who want to lay a healthy foundation for lifelong learning while getting children ready for kindergarten.

What’s Inside? ECFE classes are designed to strengthen families and support children’s healthy growth and development. We provide education, classes, and support for families with children from birth through pre-kindergarten. Our licensed teachers work to support parenting skills and parental confidence and help young children develop their physical, emotional, language, cognitive and social potential. From full-year and short term classes to playtime and special events, ECFE programs: • Provide expert coaches to help guide your parenting decisions and practices. • Offer shared parenting/caregiver experiences that will foster new family friendships and relationships. • Support your child’s healthy development through engaging activities. • Give families a chance to step away from the rapid pace of today’s world and ease the stress family’s face. • All ECFE classes have ongoing registration. We welcome families to join anytime throughout the year.

Welcome Baby! FREE BABY & ME CLASS FOR

Each class is held at the Edina Community Center 5701 Normandale Road Edina, MN 55424 Room 170A | 1:00-2:00

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We know about the importance of getting off to a strong start with your baby, and our line-up of workshops and classes offer great ways to strengthen that bond with your child while meeting other families at the same time. Parents with young babies, this free introduction to ECFE class is for you! Meet other new parents and learn about infant growth and change. This class is for newborn to 9 month old babies and their significant care givers: mom, dad, grandparents and babysitters.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Visit our website for more information and to register online: www.edinacommunityed.org and click on Early Ed

Choose a Date • September 8 • October 13 • November 10 • December 8 • January 12 • February 9 • March 9 • April 12 • May 10

SLIDING FEE SCALE FOR THE 2015-16 SCHOOL YEAR GROSS ANNUAL INCOME

PERCENTAGE PAID OF CLASS FEE

$100,000+

100%

$80,000-$99,999

90%

$60,000-$79,999

75%

$40,000-$59,999

40%

$26,000-$39,999

10%

Under $25,000

*Sliding Fee Scale for Sibling Care for ECFE Classes. You pay 50% of your tuition for sibling care

When attending an ECFE parenting class, you may need care for your other child(ren). Care begins 15 minutes prior to the start of class and ends 15 minutes after your ECFE class. We take children as early as 6 weeks old. Register for sibling care at the same time you are registering for an ECFE class. If you are due to have a baby during the school year

PRESCHOOL SIBLING CARE

and will need sibling care, please let us know the date you anticipate needing care. Infants are welcome in parenting class until 4 months of age. Your child will spend time in age appropriate activities under the supervision of our highly trained, dedicated childcare staff during parenting day of preschool.

(OFFERED ON PRESCHOOL PARENTING DAY OR ECFE CLASS)

AGE

FEE

Infant (6 weeks-15 months)

$40.00/month

Toddler (16-32 months)

$40.00/month

Preschool (33 months-grade K)

$40.00/month

*Sliding Fee Scale for Sibling Care for ECFE Classes. You pay 50% of your tuition for sibling care

AUG 27

OPEN HOUSE meet your teachers

3:30

& explore the classroom!

all registered families are welcome to attend

5:30

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BABY & ME

Having a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. Physical, social, mental, financial and emotional changes often occur. This relaxing class is designed to be educational, yet allow you to slow down long enough to have some focused, uninterrupted time to enjoy your infant. You will also meet other parents, sharing questions on sleep, schedules, feeding and development. Must be noted ages by 9/1/15.

BIRTH-6 MONTHS – BABY & ME DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Mon

11:00-12:30

Room 170A

9/14/15

#0006-1

$198/sem

$256/sem

Thurs

11:15-12:45

Room 170A

9/3/15

#0006-2

$223/sem

$289/sem

Fri

11:15-12:45

Room 170A

12/4/15

#0006-3

$134/sem

$173/sem

BABY & ME

Learn about your baby’s growth and development and what the new brain research has to say about a baby’s important first experiences. A licensed Parent Educator will facilitate a discussion and provide current information while you are playing with your baby. Join us to share your concerns, ideas and experiences in a supportive environment. Specific to 6-week courses the age of your child on the start date, determines your class section.

BIRTH-12 MONTHS – BABY & ME

SATURDAYS! DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Sat

10:45-11:45

Room 170A

9/5-10/10

#S012-1

$72

$87

Sat

10:45-11:45

Room 170A

11/7-12/19

#S012-2

$72

$87

Sat

10:45-11:45

Room 170A

1/16-2/27

#S012-3

$72

$87

Sat

10:45-11:45

Room 170A

4/16-5/21

#S012-4

$72

$87

Please Note: Sibling care is not offered for these classes.

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BIRTH-12 MONTHS – BABY & ME

EVENINGS!

PRICE

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

#E012-1

$72

$87

11/2-12/14

#E012-2

$72

$87

Room 170A

2/1-3/14

#E012-3

$72

$87

Room 170A

4/4-5/9

#E012-4

$72

$87

DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

Mon

5:30-6:30

Room 170A

9/21-10/26

Mon

5:30-6:30

Room 170A

Mon

5:30-6:30

Mon

5:30-6:30

TODDLER TOGETHERNESS

This class suits parents and toddlers who want to play and stay together in the same room while the parent discussion takes place-a good way to practice separation with you nearby. We’ll talk about your choice of topics which could include separation anxiety, development, limit setting or other relevant topics. Learn about your toddler’s growth and development and what the new brain research has to say about a toddler’s first experiences. Fun activities such as playdough, paints, sand, water, dress up, music and stories will offer your toddler lots of fun experiences while you are talking with other parents.

10-24 MONTHS – TODDLER TOGETHERNESS DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Thu

11:00-12:30

Room 122

9/3/15

#1024-1

$263/sem

$328/sem

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BUSY BABIES/TODDLIN’ TYKES/TENDER TOTS

Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, exploring art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed parent educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. Must be noted ages by 9/1/15.

7-11 MONTHS – BUSY BABIES DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Tues

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

9/1/15

#0711-1

$248

$309

Wed

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

9/2/15

#0711-2

$255

$319

TODDLIN’ TYKES

Enjoy time with your toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, enjoying art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. Specific to 6-week courses the age of your child on the start date, determines your class section.

12-17 MONTHS – TODDLIN’ TYKES DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Mon

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

9/14/15

#1217-1

$233

$291

Tues

11:00-12:30

Room 170A

9/1/15

#1217-2

$255

$319

Wed

11:00-12:30

Room 170A

9/2/15

#1217-3

$249

$309

Thurs

9:15-10:45

Room 170A

9/3/15

#1217-4

$263

$328

Fri

9:15-10:45

Room 170A

9/4/15

#1217-5

$255

$319

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12-36 MONTHS – TODDLIN’ TYKES

SATURDAYS! DAY

TIME

ROOM

START-END DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Sat

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

9/5-10/10

#S1236-1

$99

$122

Sat

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

11/7-12/19

#S1236-2

$99

$122

Sat

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

1/16-2/27

#S1236-3

$99

$122

Sat

9:00-10:30

Room 170A

4/16-5/21

#S1236-4

$99

$122

Please Note: Sibling care is not offered for the above classes.

18-23 MONTHS – TENDER TOTS DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Mon

9:15-10:45

Room 122

9/14/15

#1823-1

$233

$291

Mon

11:15-12:45

Room 122

9/14/15

#1823-2

$233

$291

Wed

9:30-11:00

Room 122

9/2/15

#1823-3

$255

$319

Thurs

9:15-10:45

Room 122

9/3/15

#1823-4

$263

$328

Fri

9:30-11:00

Room 122

9/4/15

#1823-5

$255

$319

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2-YEAR-OLDS PLAY PALS

Twos are growing at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for a facilitator led parenting time which focuses on parent generated topics including eating, toilet learning, separation anxiety, and language development as well as other relevant topics. Each class provides many opportunities for your child to develop social and problem solving skills while the two of you enjoy some uninterrupted high quality play and learning together time. You will also leave with new ideas and activities that reinforce the weekly classroom activities and parent education. Must be age 2 by 9/1/15.

2-YEAR-OLDS – PLAY PALS DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Mon

9:00-11:00

Room 170B

9/14/15

#0002-1

$310/sem

$388/sem

Mon

11:30-1:30

Room 170B

9/14/15

#0002-2

$310/sem

$388/sem

Mon

3:30-5:30

Room 170B

9/14/15

#0002-3

$310/sem

$388/sem

2-YEAR-OLDS PARENT ONLY CLASS

Parents meet with a Licensed Parent Educator who provides expert advice to help guide your parenting decisions and practices. This class meets weekly throughout the school year. Please Note: This class is for parents of 2-5 year old children, there is no children’s class attached to this class. Sibling care is available.

2-YEAR-OLDS – PARENT ONLY CLASS DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Thurs

11:00-12:00

Room 127

9/3/15

#0025-1

$276/sem

$341/sem

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3-5 YEAR OLD & PARENTS - 1 DAY ECFE CLASS

This class, specially focused on ages three, four and five, covers a variety of parenting topics to offer you and your child a wonderful time together! Children’s activities are designed to encourage personal, social and physical development, pre-reading, pre-writing skills and language development. The parent group and a licensed parent educator will decide which topics to discuss such as self-esteem, limit setting, discipline and friendships. Child care for siblings is available. Must be 3-years-old by 9/1/15.

3-5 YEAR OLD & PARENTS - 1 DAY ECFE CLASS DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Fri

9:30-11:30

Room 135

9/4/15

#0035-1

$357/sem

$442/sem

Fri

1:00-3:00

Room 135

9/4/15

#0035-2

$357/sem

$442/sem

One-to-One Visits One-to-one visits are offered with no fee to support all expectant families and families with children up to two years old. • One-to-one visits with a caring, knowledgeable MN licensed parent educator. • Current information on parenting, infant development, and community resources. • Opportunities to connect with other families with newborns in the area. • A Welcome New Baby gift and more . . . One-to-one visits are offered through a partnership with Helping Us Grow (HUG). For more information or to arrange a visit, please call 952-848-3908 or visit www.edinaschools.org/familycenter

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KIDS ARE WORTH IT – FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN

Teach kids “how to think, not what to think.” That is Barbara Colorosos’s message in her book, Kids Are Worth It. Learn how to teach your child the six critical life messages detailed in her book; skills that help protect and support kids during some of life’s “tough stuff.” Topics will be guided by book and parenting questions. Concerns addressed as needed by the group.

BIRTH-PRE K – KIDS ARE WORTH IT

NEW! DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Tue

9:30-11:30

Kids: Room 101 Parents: Room 127

9/8/15

0BPK-1

$132

$156

12 sessions; no class September 29 or November 24

THE 10 BASIC PRINCIPLES OF GOOD PARENTING – FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN

This class is based on the book, The 10 Basic Principles of Good Parenting, by Laurence Steinberg. The class will focus on the research-based, intelligent guide to raising a happy, healthy child and becoming a happier more confident parent in the process. Topics will be guided by book and parenting questions. Concerns addressed as needed by the group. There will also be time set aside weekly to discuss the joys and concerns of raising a child.

NEW!

BIRTH-PRE K – PRINCIPLES OF GOOD PARENTING

DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

COURSE NUMBER

PRICE/SEM

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

Tue

9:30-11:30

Kids: Room 101 Parents: Room 127

1/5/16

#0BPK-2

$132

$156

12 sessions; no class February 16 or March 29

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PARENT CHILD PLAY TIME

Stop in and join other babies and their care givers in a classroom geared just for babies. No registration needed. Pay at the door.

BIRTH–17 MONTHS – PARENT CHILD PLAY TIME! DAY

TIME

ROOM

START DATE

Wed

2:00-3:30

Room 170A

9/2/15

PRICE

(RESIDENT)

(NON-RESIDENT)

$3.00/child or $5.00/family

Please Note: Sibling care is not offered for the above classes.

JOIN YOUR FRIENDS AT THE EDINA COMMUNITY CENTER’S CITY GYM

Come down to the Edina Community Center to enjoy some interactive play time with your children. This facility will give you and your preschoolers a chance to dance, run, wiggle and play. The Edina Family Center provides the environment and age appropriate equipment, and you provide the nut free snacks and supervision.

WHERE: Park in the South lot and enter Door #8 WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m October – March HOW MUCH: $3.00 per child or $5.00 per family, per visit NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED! www.edinaschools.org/communityed | 13

W NE

We would love to celebrate the changing seasons in our world! Join us for these monthly events with seasonal activities for families. Please Note: Pre-registration is required. No event scheduled for January.

SEPTEMBER – YELLOW IS FOR SCHOOL BUS!

Join us for a yellow school bus kind of day! Today you will make your own bus and then find some kids and “pets” to put in your bus. Play in our “pop up “ school bus and try out some really fun games. We will try and find all things yellow as we go for an adventure walk. Wednesday September 16 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Sept

OCTOBER - WHAT ‘S INSIDE A PUMPKIN?

Let’s carve a pumpkin! What will we find inside? We will paint a pumpkin craft with some fun materials, play pumpkin games, and save time to decorate our own pumpkin cookie for snack time. Wednesday October 14 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Oct

NOVEMBER – FEATHERS GALORE

Today we will have a feathery day at the Family Center. We will paint with feathers, we will play games with feathers, we will sing songs with feathers. We will play with feathers in our sensory table and even try tickling with feathers! Wednesday, November 18 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Nov

DECEMBER – GINGERBREAD HOUSES

We will build the house and save the best part for you – decorating! There will be frosting, sprinkles, candies and more to decorate your gingerbread house. We will have games to play and read a fun story about a Gingerbread Boy at our circle time too! December 9 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Dec

FEBRUARY – I LOVE MY PET

Today is Pet Day at the Family Center! Bring your favorite pet stuffed animal with you and we will go on an adventure. Lots of fun animal games, stories, songs, and art projects for you and your furry friend to explore. February 10 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Feb

MARCH – ALL COLORS BEAUTIFUL AND BRIGHT

Little Blue and Little Yellow are best friends on a color adventure! Come and see what happens when they give each other a hug. Let’s try our own color experiment with different colors of the rainbow and see what colors we can make. It will be a colorful day at the Family Center. March 16 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Mar

APRIL - RAINDROPS AND UMBRELLAS

Drip, drip, raindrop! You can make beautiful raindrops today with glue and paint. Try jumping over our pretend mud puddles and play with water in the sensory table. Join us for a game of umbrella up and umbrella down on our drip, drip raindrop kind of day! April 13 | 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-Apr

MAY – ICE SCREAM, YOU SCREAM, WE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE SCREAM

We will start out by making our own ice cream project, then use scoops to fill some cones with “ice cream.” You can play a matching ice cream game and of course, have a little ice cream treat for a snack too! May 11 1:30-3:00 room 165 | $8.00 | #Fam-May

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JULY 2015 Su

AUGUST 2015

24 30

13 20 27

Late Start Building Inservice/P/T Conferences (No Students) Conf. Comp Day (No Students) Thanksgiving Break (No Students)

MAY 2016 T

FEBRUARY 2016

JUNE 2016

Teacher Data Day (no students)

11 23-24

Early Release

OCTOBER 2015

Teacher Inservice (no students)

Education MN Conv. (No Students)

Holiday (no students)

15-16

Late Start

First Day of School (ECSE, K, Pre K) Labor Day Early Release

No Students (main academic year)

Building Inservice District Inservice Staff Workshop Family Center Open House 3:30-5:30 First Day of School (Gr. 1-12)

JANUARY 2016

SEPTEMBER 2015

Conference Comp Day/ Alt Schedule (no students) Edina Family Center Open House

Please visit www.edinaschools.org/calendar for details and a complete list of events. DECEMBER 2015 21-31

Winter Break (No Students)

MAY 2016 30

JANUARY 2016 1 18 22 25

Winter Break (No Students) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No Students) End of Semester I Teacher Data Day (No Students)

12 15 16

Early Release Presidentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day (No Students) District Inservice (No Students)

Memorial Day

JUNE 2016 3 6 8

Last Day of School (All Students) End of Semester 2 Teacher Data Day Commencement (tentative)

FEBRUARY 2016

NOVEMBER 2015

25 26-27

AUGUST 2015

1 7 29

SCHOOL/DISTRICT EVENTS 24 25 26-28 27 31

APRIL 2016

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EDINA COMMUNITY Education

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ISD 273 Residents Online registration for the Edina Family Center ECFE classes begins Wednesday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m. Non-District Residents Online registration for the Edina Family Center ECFE classes begins Friday, April 10 at 8:00 a.m. Birth Date Guidelines Select your classes based on your child’s age on or before September 1, 2015, following district kindergarten age requirements (with the exception of 6-week courses). Registration Continues until classes are full. Sibling Care Sibling care is guaranteed. If you need sibling care on your parenting day, please log in to your account to add your child. Sibling Care for Preschool is $40/month and half the cost of your class for ECFE courses. *After September 1st, we require a 2-week notice prior to your start date for staffing purposes. To Begin Your Registration Please Follow These Easy Steps • Visit www.edina.thatscommunityed.com. • Click on “create an account.” • Fill in your personal information. • After this step you will be able to add family members which creates your family profile. • You will now be ready to register online. • When selecting a class, providing a second and third choice increases your chances of enrollment. Immunization Law All students in the state of Minnesota must have immunizations up-to-date and schools must have a child’s immunization record when the child begins school. See page 23 for more information.

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Early Childhood Screening

Did you know? Early Childhood screening is required before entrance in Minnesota’s public schools. Go to http://edinaschools.org/ earlychildhoodscreening today to schedule an appointment.

The early childhood years from birth to the start of kindergarten are an important time of rapid learning and growth. Early Childhood Screening is a FREE and simple check of how your child is growing and developing offered through the Schools of Eastern Carver County. Between the ages of 3 and 4, screening can detect possible health or learning concerns, so that children can get help before they start school.

Join us at screening as soon as your child turns 3. Discover more about their development and learning, such as: • Thinking, language, and communication skills • Social and emotional development • Large and small muscle coordination • Height and weight • Vision and hearing • Immunization status

Screening Appointments Screening appointments are offered intermittently throughout the year on: • Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. • Fridays from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. An email message confirming your appointment will be sent to you within two school days.

Parents accompany their child through the approximate hourlong process. After the screening activities, the screener shares information on a child’s growth, development, and learning.

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The Edina Resource Center is a free and confidential service for those who live, go to school or work in the city of Edina. We are here to help you access and understand the services available to you. Our staff can answer questions from the need for food, clothing and shelter, to tax preperation, moving an older loved one to a nursing home and more. Please refer below to some of our commonly used resources for more information.

CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION • Think Small – Minnesota’s largest resource & referral agency providing parents with information to help find & choose child care. 651-641-0332 or www.thinksmall.org • Parent Aware - Parent Aware gives you the tools and information to find the best quality child care and early education for your child. 1-888-291-9811 or http://parentaware.org/ • Edina Public Schools Student Enrollment Center – Register to get into the EPS Census to receive kindergarten enrollment mailings. 952-848-4585 or www.edinaschools.org • Edina Public Schools Early Childhood Developmental Screening – Screening recommended when a child is 3 ½ - 4. Must be completed before starting kindergarten. 952-848-4299 • Metro South Adult Basic Education – ESL classes for adult learners. 952-681-6170 or www.metrosouth.org • Edina Library & Southdale Library – Baby & family storytimes. www.hclib.org • Edina Community Education – Enrichment classes for birth-99, facility rental and volunteer opportunities. 952-848-3952 or www.edinacommunityed.org

CITY INFORMATION • Edina City Hall – Police, fire, government, parks/recreation and events. 952-927-8861 or www.edinamn.gov • Edinborough Park – Adventure Peak Indoor play park. 952-833-9540

FINANCIAL SUPPORT • Hennepin County Front Door/Human Services – Provides comprehensive mental health, chemical health and protection services. 612-348-4111 • CAPSH (Community Action Partnership for Suburban Hennepin) – Energy Assistance. 952-933-9639 • VEAP (Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People) – Emergency Service Provider& food shelf. 952-888-9616 • Bloomington Public Health – Low-cost immunizations clinics. 952-563-8900 • Minnesota Housing Link - Affordable housing resources and information. 612-522-2500

TRANSPORTATION • Transit Link - Curb-to-curb minibus service available for the general public where regular route transit routes service is not available. 651-602-5465

For more information on how the Edina Resource Center can serve you, please visit www.edinaresourcecenter.com or call 952-848-3936.

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GREEN LOT

Not to scale Door 4 First Floor Parking

Door 3

RED LOT

Door 2 Elevator NORMANDALE ROAD

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EDINA COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING HOURS

Monday – Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

PARKING INFORMATION

Participants are encouraged to park in the Edina Community Center red and green lots and enter Doors 2, 3 and 4 as indicated on the map. Please refer to the course room number to best determine which lot is most convenient.

Third Floor

QUICK PARKING GUIDE

RED LOT – Park here for elevator, stroller and handicap access, main office and Family Center classes. GREEN LOT – Park here for childcare and Family Center classes.

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Edina Community Education Services — ISD 273 5701 Normandale Road Edina, MN 55424 (952) 848-3952

Edina Community Education Services is a program of Edina Public Schools

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