Hopkins Early Childhood winter/spring catalog 2020

ECFE Classes and Events: January-May 2020

Hopkins Early Childhood Programs Early Childhood

Music Together Celebrate with the Teddy Bear Band!

See page 11.

Make Childhood Shine

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Newborn to Age 5 HopkinsSchools.org/Early • 952-988-5000

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Welcome to Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) As the new Early Childhood Family Education Supervisor, I realize what an amazing community and staff we have at Hopkins Early Childhood! This catalog comes to you at the completion of our newly remodeled building. What a beautiful new facility our families and staff now have!

We owe all of you gratitude for hanging in there as we forge this new path and continue to strengthen our Early Childhood school family. Thank you for your patience and flexibility.

The energy in the building is exciting! We hope to channel that energy as we continue to create new classes, support families, and offer a sense of belonging to all those who pass through our doors. Our staff have a renewed dedication to your children’s education and development, and we appreciate your family’s commitment to come to classes despite the construction.

Thank you for your trust in us that we will provide a sense of stability, adventure, fun, and laughter each and every day through our many classes and events. From puppet shows and baby shower events, to parent workshops and Saturday Open Gym, we are your Early Childhood Family Education program helping to build lasting relationships and support among families that will be with you for years to come.

See you in class!

Angela Sandok, Early Childhood Family Education Supervisor

ECFE Classes, p. 4 • Preschool Options, p. 16 • Resources & Support, p. 22

Registration Information Registration for winter & spring classes begins November 15 at 8:00 a.m.

Registration for classes is ongoing until all spaces are filled.

Families are welcome to register at any time, space permitting.

Please see page 12 for more registration information, or call early childhood staff at 952-988-5000.

Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Our trusted Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program offers affordable, high quality classes that support you and your young children. A typical class meets once a week and includes: • Parent-Child Activity. Time for you and your child to enjoy a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities. You’ll take home new ideas for things you can do together.

• Parent Discussion. You’ll meet with other parents and a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences, and information about child development and parenting techniques.

• Children’s Activity Time. While you are in Parent Discussion (in separating classes), children learn and play with licensed early childhood teachers. Children will practice social skills and enjoy music, art, stories, and physical activities.

• And there’s more — join us for Special Topics workshops and fun family events (pages 7-12), and many other exciting activities (back cover)! Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are also available for participants.

• Our mission. The mission of Early Childhood Family Education is to strengthen families and support the ability of all parents in providing the best possible environment for healthy growth and development of their children.

• Our staff. Our experienced ECFE teaching staff is dedicated to parents and children. Teachers hold a degree and state license in Parent Education, Early Childhood Education, or both.

• Questions about classes or programs? We are happy to help! Please call Harley Hopkins at 952-988-5000, or email Angela Sandok at Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org.

We have classes for you and your child, newborn to five years old. Families are welcome to enroll in classes at any time, even after the class has begun, if space is available. We look forward to being a trusted resource for learning, connections, and support for your family. *Note: the word “parent” in this publication refers to adult caregivers responsible for the child.

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ECFE Overview Early Childhood Family Education

How do I choose the right ECFE class?

With so many options, there are classes to fit your needs! Aside from our family events and special topics classes, all of our affordable ECFE classes meet once a week.

There are day and evening options, and most classes have sibling care.

Our classes fall into three categories: non-separating, gradual separating, or separating. Read the descriptions below and then check out our classes on pages 4-11. To determine class fee, see the fee scale on page 5 (for Parent/Infant classes) and page 13 (for all other classes). If you have further questions, please call Sonya Everhart at 952-988-5002. At Hopkins, families are always welcome! Registration remains open for classes that have already started (if space is available). Please contact us for a prorated fee if you’d like to join a class that has already begun.

Non-separating classes: You and your child stay together in the classroom for the entire duration of the class, engaging with them in enriching learning and play activities. A licensed parent educator will lead parent conversations on important topics such as child growth and development, transitioning to parenthood, and how children learn and play. Your child has a chance to play during this supportive group discussion.

Gradual-separating classes: In the beginning of gradual-separating classes, you and your child explore activities together for about 30 minutes. Parents will move to a separate room gradually as the class progresses. Separate parent meetings begin with short meeting times and are gradually lengthened.

Separating classes: You and your child explore activities together for about 30 minutes. This provides an opportunity to learn new ideas, games, songs, and activities that can be used at home. Then, parents meet in a separate classroom with a licensed parent educator for conversations related to child development and parenting. Parents share ideas and experiences with one another, gaining knowledge, new connections, and support. Meanwhile, your child will participate in age-appropriate activities with a licensed early childhood teacher and a teaching assistant. Children are provided enriching early learning experiences which encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. A great preparation for preschool!

Sibling care is available, if needed, for most classes. Siblings from six months through kindergarten are eligible. Babies who are not yet crawling are welcome to come to class with parents. Sibling care cost is half of the class fee.

Immunization information. For ECFE classes 6 weeks or more in length, updated immunization records for your child are due before you and your child participate in the ECFE class. In order to attend ECFE classes, parents must show that they’re in compliance with Minnesota School Immunization Law requirements. Please note: ECFE classes or events shorter than 6 weeks do not require immunization information. See page 15 for more details about immunizations.

Parents/guardians may choose to decline immunizations for their children by filing a legal exemption with the school. Copies of the Immunization Record, with directions for filing an exemption, are available in the office at Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave. S, Hopkins, MN. See what we’re all about! Watch our video to see ECFE classes in action! Visit HopkinsSchools.org/early, then click “Explore ECFE classes: Watch our video.”

Dates to note:

Winter/spring daytime and evening classes begin the week of January 21, 2020 and end on May 1, 2020 unless otherwise noted.

ECFE classes will not be in session the following dates: • January 20: Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. Day • February 17: President’s Day • March 30-April 3: Spring Break • April 16-17: MNAFEE Conference

Welcome New Babies!

Hopkins Early Childhood Programs welcomes your new baby and congratulates you on your expanded family. Share your good news with us and receive your free Welcome Packet! Please call Angela Sandok at 952-988-4081 or email Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org.

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ECFE Classes

Early Childhood Family Education

You & Your Infant How can I get him to sleep?

When will she begin to roll over or sit up?

How can I tell if he’s hungry?

What about the transition to solid foods?

The questions never end during this amazing time of your baby’s early development! Our licensed parent educators have the knowledge and experience to answer all of your important questions.

In this class, you’ll meet once a week and connect with other parents and their infants to get your questions answered by our licensed parent educators. This is the perfect way to learn from others, share ideas, engage with your child, and explore what is right for you and your family when it comes to parenting.

Perfect for parents on maternity/paternity leave — #107 and #108 are short, 7-week sessions.

Sign up for one or both sessions!

Daytime (sibling care is available): Wed., Jan. 22-Apr. 29 • 11:00 am-12:30 pm 0-12 months • non-separate • Harley 135 Wed., Jan. 22-Mar. 4 • 11:30 am-1:00 pm

#106-DW • Fee I

0-12 months • non-separate • Mbk. 135

#107-DWMA • Fee I

Wed., Mar. 11-Apr. 29 • 11:30 am-1:00 pm 0-12 months • non-separate • Mbk. 135

#107-DWMB • Fee I

Fri., Mar. 13-May 1 • 11:00 am-12:30 pm

0-12 months • non-separate • Harley 135

#108-DWB • Fee I

Evening — convenient time for both parents to attend together! (sibling care is available): Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 14 • 5:30-6:30 pm

0-12 months • non-separate • Harley 135

#109-EW • Fee I

Park Nicollet Clinics and Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education are teaming up to bring you more Infants & Parents classes!

Choose from two locations. See pg. 23 for details.

You & Your Infant Class Sliding Fee Scale Gross Family Income Schedule I Suggested Fee

Up to $29,999

$30-69,999

$70,000+

$5.00

$10.00

$25.00

Please note these reduced fees for You & Your Infant class. Fees are per child/class. Sibling Care is one-half the cost of the class. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.

Have twins? See the twins discount policy page 12, listed in Registration Information.

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You & Your 1-Year-Old How can I get her to eat good-for-her foods?

Is his play appropriate?

Why won’t she share with others?

He’s waking up too early — how can I get more sleep?

Meet and connect once a week with other parents and their toddlers to get your questions answered by our licensed parent educator in these ongoing ECFE classes. This is the perfect way to meet other parents, learn from others, and discover what is right for you and your family with the guidance of a parent educator and research-based information. Enjoy playing and learning with your toddler as you sing songs, read books, get your fingers into art, and more!

Daytime (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 27 • 9:00-10:30 am

16-27 months • separating • Harley 119

#201-DW • Fee A

Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 28 • 9:00-10:30 am

16-27 months • non-separate • Harley 119

#202-DW • Fee A

Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 28 • 9:30-11:30 am

12-65 months • separating • Harley 101

Wed., Jan. 22-Apr. 29 • 9:30-11:00 am

16-27 months • separating • Mbk. 135

Fri., Jan. 24-May 1 • 9:00-10:30 am

16-27 months • separating • Harley 119

#401-DW • Fee C #204-DWM • Fee A #206-DW • Fee A

Evening — convenient time for both parents to attend together! (sibling care is available): Tu., Jan. 28-Apr. 21 • 5:30-7:00 pm

12-34 months • separating • Harley 119

#110-EW • Fee A

Mon., Mar. 2-Apr. 27 • 5:30-6:45 pm

12-27 months • non-separate • Harley 135

#207-EW • Fee B

You & Your 2-Year-Old How can I help him make friends?

She’s having temper tantrums — what do I do?

Toilet learning — where do I start?

How important is play when it comes to learning?

There is so much fun to be had as your child interacts with the world at ever-increasing levels! Listen to the giggles as you and your toddler enjoy creative activities, sing songs, play with toys, explore new art forms, and more! Each week, the licensed parent educator will lead discussions on topics you are most interested in, such as sharing, routines, temper tantrums, toilet learning, and child development.

Section #302-DW: Enjoy a class that continues its partnership with Westwood Nature Center in the month of April. Children will learn about Minnesota’s wildlife as they interact with live animals, presented by Greg Feinberg of Westwood Nature Center. Section #302-DW only.

Daytime (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 27 • 9:30-11:30 am

34-47 months • separating • Harley 101

Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 28 • 9:30-11:30 am

12-65 months • grad. separate • Harley 119 #401-DW • Fee C

Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 28 • 9:45-11:45 am

28-39 months • separating • Mbk. 135

Wed., Jan. 22-Apr. 29 • 9:30-11:15 am

28-39 months • separating • Harley 119

#304-DW • Fee A

Thurs., Jan. 23-Apr. 30 • 9:00-11:00 am

28-39 months • separating • Harley 119

#305-DW • Fee C

#302-DW • Fee C #303-DWM • Fee C

* ECFE/ECSE Wed. class #304-DW: Team teaching with district special education teachers occurs in this class.

Children with special needs are enrolled. Expertise of special educators is available to the whole class.

Evening – convenient time for both parents to attend together! (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 27 • 6:30-8:00 pm

24-65 months • separating • Harley 119

#208-EW • Fee A

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You & Your 3- to 5-Year-Old How can I help her be a great big sister?

How do I set limits — and stick to them?

What do we need to do to get ready for school?

How can I help her navigate tricky friend situations?

It is so exciting to see your child explore his growing independence! In these once-a-week ECFE classes, you will have time with your child during the first portion of class. Then, you and your child will separate into different classrooms. The preschool curriculum gives her opportunities with social skills, reading, art, stories, science, and more. Your child will discover rich and varied learning stations that engage him while developing school-readiness skills.

Meanwhile, you will have the opportunity to develop strong connections with other parents. You’ll learn strategies to support your child’s readiness for kindergarten, and the licensed parent educator will lead discussions on your hot topics, such as sibling rivalry, healthy communication, setting limits, and more.

Section #302-DW: Enjoy a class that continues its partnership with Westwood Nature Center in the month of April. Children will learn about Minnesota’s wildlife as they interact with live animals, presented by Greg Feinberg of Westwood Nature Center. Section #302-DW only.

Daytime (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 27 • 9:30-11:30 am

34-47 months • separating • Harley 101

Tu., Jan. 21-Apr. 28 • 9:30-11:30 am

12-65 months • grad. separate • Harley 119 #401-DW • Fee C

Fri., Jan. 24-May 1 • 9:30-11:30 am

36-65 months • non-separate • Harley 101

#302-DW • Fee C #402-DW • Fee C

Evening – convenient time for both parents to attend together! (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 27 • 6:30-8:00 pm

24-65 months • separating • Harley 119

#208-EW • Fee A

Spanish & Somali Classes Our same great ECFE format for native Spanish and Somali speakers. Explore the classroom, sing songs, read books, create art, and more! Connect with other Spanish speaking or Somali parents on topics such as discipline, nutrition, the importance of play, and language development. Available to Hopkins District families only. A Spanish interpreter participates in the Spanish class.

Daytime (sibling care is available): Mon., Jan. 27-Apr. 20 • 9:30-11:15 am

0-5 years, Somali • separating • Harley 119 #413-DW • No cost

Wed., Jan. 22-Apr. 29 • 12:30-2:15 pm

0-5 years, Spanish • separating • Harley 119 #412-DW • No cost

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Music & Movement Together!

Babies, Stories & Songs

Enhance your child’s brain development through stories, songs, sensory experiences, and play. Enjoy reading/telling stories, singing songs, and doing movements with your child. Join us for the fun!

Sibling care for older siblings through age 5 available, $5/child.

Fri., Jan. 31-Mar. 6 • 11:00-11:45 am

0-18 months • Harley 135

#717-DW • $5/class, $20/series

Music with MacPhail

Join MacPhail Center for Music as we explore music and movement through play-based, engaging activities!

Together we will sing, play, and learn!

Sat., Apr. 18 • 10:30-11:15 am 0-8 years • Glen Lake Gym #404-DW • $5/family

Glen Lake Elementary, 4801 Woodridge Road, Mtka

Saturday Family Open Gym We have the cure for the winter wiggles! Saturday Family Open Gym gives parents and children a place to move, play, and have dynamic adventures together. Experience a variety of fun and energetic activities to help develop fine and gross motor skills, plus encourage social skills. The entire class is devoted to parent-child activities in the gym and classroom, with time at the end for music and songs. You can attend any or all of the Family Open Gym sessions. Registration for the individual classes must be made 24 hours prior to the date of the individual class. Sibling care is not available for Saturday classes.

Two choices are available for registrations: 1) Register for the entire series. Cost includes a special rate of $35 for the entire 8-week series.

2) Register for individual classes only. Cost is $5 per family.

Register for either of these options online, or by calling 952-988-5000. If registering by phone for individual classes, please bring exact change, or a check to ISD #270, to the classroom to cover the cost.

Daytime (sibling care is not available): Series: Sat., Jan. 18-Mar. 14 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DW • Fee: $35 series

Sat., Jan. 18 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWA • Fee: $5

Sat., Jan. 25 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWB • Fee: $5

Sat., Feb. 1 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWC • Fee: $5

Individual classes:

Sat., Feb. 8 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWD • Fee: $5

Sat., Feb. 15 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWE • Fee: $5

Sat., Feb. 22 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWF • Fee: $5

Sat., Mar. 7 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWG • Fee: $5

Sat., Mar. 14 • 10:00-11:30 am

0-5 years • Harley 127

#501-DWH • Fee: $5

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Free for you!

Special Topic Classes Baby & Me Yoga Molly Long, certified yoga instructor Enhance playful interaction between you and your baby. Baby Yoga provides stretching and exercises to strengthen growing muscles, along with the benefits of touch and relaxation. Babies ages 6 weeks to 9 months are welcome. Please bring a baby blanket and a yoga mat or towel. A limited number of mats will be available for families who do not have one.

Thurs., Jan. 23 • 6:15-7:00 pm

Harley 135

#722-EW • Free, registration required

Thurs., Mar. 12 • 6:15-7:00 pm

Harley 135

#723-EW • Free, registration required

Toddler & Me Yoga Molly Long, certified yoga instructor What better way to exert that lively toddler energy than in a class filled with breathing, singing, and movement! We will use musical instruments for little hands and yoga as our foundation while socializing with other toddlers and caregivers. Appropriate for toddlers crawling to 36 months. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. A limited number of mats will be available for families who do not have one.

Thurs., Feb. 13 • 6:15-7:00 pm

Harley 127

#727-EW • Free, registration required

Thurs., Apr. 16 • 6:15-7:00 pm

Harley 127

#728-EW • Free, registration required

Preschool Yoga Molly Long, certified yoga instructor Preschoolers love to move, and yoga is a great way to harness all that energy! Through storytelling, developmental movement, breathing exercises, and body awareness, preschoolers will gain self-regulation strategies and increase strength, flexibility, and coordination.​Appropriate for children 36 to 66 months.

Please bring a yoga mat or towel. A limited number of mats will be available for families who do not have one.

Thurs., Mar. 19 • 6:15-7:15 pm

Harley 127

#729-EW • Free, registration required

Baby Sign Language Angela Hart, M. Ed., licensed parent educator Baby sign language is a great way to communicate with your baby! Learn some signs that will help get you started, and end with songs and finger plays that incorporate baby signs. For parents and babies 4-15 months old.

Thurs., Feb. 6 • 6:00-7:00 pm

Harley 135

#730-EW • Free, registration required

Infant Massage Kara Quist, pediatric physical therapist and certified infant massage instructor The loving touch of parents comforts and soothes infants, and encourages bonding. In addition, infant massage encourages deeper, longer sleep patterns in babies, enhances growing and healing, soothes fussiness and colic, and relieves the discomfort of reflux, teething, and gas. Babies newborn to crawling are welcome. Please bring a mat or blanket.

Wed., Apr. 8 • 6:00-7:00 pm

Harley 135

#713-EW • Free, registration required

Limited child care available at Special Topics classes for children ages 6 months to kindergarten, $5/child.

Register online or call 952-988-5000.

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Parenting Workshops Parenting for Racial Justice Denise Konen, licensed parent educator What do you say to your kids, grandchildren, or students when they ask you questions about painful racerelated events in the news? Children are dealing with racial issues every day in the media and through interactions at home, school, and sports. Together we can build our capacity for talking with children about race, racism, and whiteness that is supportive, grounded in the realities of the world, and hopeful. For parents of children ages birth to nine years.

Tu., Feb. 18-Mar. 17 • 9:45-11:45 am

Harley 133

#705-DW • $20/series

Raising a Resilient Child Cheryl Forse, licensed parent educator, certified positive discipline trainer We want to raise our children in a way that encourages them to develop the ability to be resilient — to be able to withstand disappointment, changed plans, or an unexpected problem or delay. This workshop will look at what builds resilience in kids and give you the parenting strategies that will help them to develop the tools, skills, and character traits that will prepare them for a fulfilling life.

Thurs., Mar. 5 • 6:30-8:00 pm

Harley 125

#730-EW • $10/person, $15/household

Empowering Language Cheryl Forse, licensed parent educator, certified positive discipline trainer What is the goal when it comes to encouraging children? Ultimately, we want to encourage our children to be self-motivated and to embrace challenge, and that means avoiding making them dependent on praise.

This class will teach you the empowering language that builds the intrinsic motivation and growth mindset which can lead to long term success — and happiness.

Thurs., Mar. 26 • 6:30-8:00 pm

Harley 125

#731-EW • $10/person, $15/household

Monthly Meet-Up! Monthly Parent Meet-Up Licensed parent educator Do you wish you had a group of parents you could talk with to discuss the joys and challenges of raising your 3- to 6-year-old child? Do you want the Parent Education benefit of an ECFE class but are unable to commit to a weekly session? Meet and connect once a month with other parents and dive deep into your hot parenting topics. The full session will be devoted to learning and sharing ideas and connecting with other parents during supportive group discussions. Parent-only class.

For parents of children three to six years.

Morning series: Thurs., Feb. 6, Mar. 12, Apr. 9 • 9:45-11:15 am

Harley 142 #735-DW • $15/series

Evening series: Thurs., Feb. 6, Mar. 12, Apr. 9 • 6:00-7:30 pm

Harley 142

#736-EW • $15/series

Limited child care available at Parenting Workshops and Monthly Meet-Up for children ages 6 months to kindergarten, $5/child.

Register online or call 952-988-5000.

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Coffee & Play

during winter break!

Play together during winter school vacation! Shake out the winter wiggles during these cold and quiet days. Coffee & Play gives parents and children a space and time to enjoy fun art activities, play with friends, and join in classroom activities.​Register for one or more sessions and come join in the fun!

Dec. 19-20 & Jan. 2-3 • 10:30 am-12:00 pm 0-5 years • Harley 119 #507-DW • Fee: $5 per class, per family

Family Stay & Play Engage in a fun-filled playtime with your child!

Fun option for grandparents and grandchildren, too!

Attend any or all of these fun-filled sessions. Each 4- or 5-week section has a different exciting theme: Winter Fun: Explore our cold and snowy world! We will bring the outdoors inside as we learn about the different properties of water, build “snow” and “ice” sculptures, and understand how our world changes during the wintertime.

Exploring Our Senses: Touching, hearing, seeing, and smelling. Learn more about your senses through play, art, and STEM activities.

Planting a Rainbow: How does our garden grow? Explore springtime themes through planting seeds, water activities, and colorful art projects based on changes in our world as spring comes to life.

Two registration choices are available for Family Stay & Play classes: 1) Register for the entire series, 8 spaces available, or 2) Register for individual classes only. Registration for individual classes can be made during the week prior to the date by calling 952-988-5000. Please bring check payable to: ISD #270 or exact dollar amount to each session.

Daytime (sibling care is not available): Fri., Jan. 24-Feb. 21 • 11:00 am-12:30 pm

0-5 years • Winter • Harley 119

#504-DW • Fee: $5 per class

Fri., Feb. 28-Mar. 27 • 11:00 am-12:30 pm

0-5 years • Senses • Harley 119

#505-DW • Fee: $5 per class

Fri., Apr. 10-May 1 • 11:00 am-12:30 pm

0-5 years • Rainbow • Harley 119 #506-DW • Fee: $5 per class

There is a special rate of $15 for each 4-week series (#505-DW and #506-DW) or $20 for the 5-week series (#504DW). Sign up for one or all three!

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Family Events Frosty Fun Indoor winter-themed fun!

Come in from the cold for an indoor winter event! Enjoy playing with snow and ice, making snowflake art, singing snowy songs, and listening to winter stories. Child care is available, $5/child. Child care registration required.

Sat., Jan. 11 • 10:00-11:30 am

2-5 years old • Harley 119

#405-DW • $5/family

Enchanted Stars Dance Little Girls & their Favorite Guy – a memorable evening!

Girls and their dad, grandfather, uncle, or favorite adult will enjoy an enchanted evening with dancing, photo opportunities, refreshments, and more. Recommended for girls ages 4-12 years old.

Fri., Mar. 6 • 6:30-8:30 pm

$29/adult/child pair, $9 each additional sibling Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins

Register for Enchanted Stars: call 952-988-4070, or register online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org Presented by Hopkins Community Education Youth Programs.

Music with MacPhail

Join MacPhail Center for Music as we explore music and movement through play-based, engaging activities!

Together we will sing, play, and learn!

Sat., Apr. 18 • 10:30-11:15 am

0-8 years • Glen Lake Gym

Glen Lake Elementary, 4801 Woodridge Road, Mtka

#404-DW • $5/family

End of Year Event: The Teddy Bear Band

Come celebrate the Teddy Bear Band’s 35th year of guaranteed family fun and the end of this year’s ECFE programming! Help your child gain and maintain a positive sense of self, as well as appreciation of their own abilities, by interacting and rocking out with the Teddy Bear Band.

Adults are encouraged to participate and increase the fun!

Fri., Apr. 24 • 5:30-7:00 pm

0-8 years • Harley

#408-EW • $5/family

Spotlight on our early childhood staff Meet Shannon Rader, ECFE teacher & parent educator Shannon has been a long-time supporter of Hopkins Schools, where her mother, Karen, worked as an ECFE parent educator for 20 years. She began her own Hopkins journey in 2000, working as an early childhood educator in ECFE. In 2013, Shannon received her Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota in Educational Policy and Administration and moved on to work in administrative positions in other early childhood programs. While she enjoyed these roles, she missed interacting daily with young families and planning creative, educational activities. She has returned to Hopkins as an ECFE teacher to pursue her love of working directly with young children and their families.

Shannon resides in Plymouth with her husband and their two cats. She loves to travel and read, and often visits upstate New York to spend time with her brother, sister-in-law, and their two children.

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ECFE Registration Information ECFE registrations received online or in-person on or after Friday, November 15, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. will be placed in classes on a first come, first served basis. Families are welcome to register for classes at any time throughout the year, if space is available.

Online

In Person

Register online with Visa, Discover, or MasterCard at: www.HopkinsSchools.org/Early

Stop by our office with your completed form along with your check: Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave. S., Hopkins, MN 55343

Registration Form is on page 14. or visit: HopkinsSchools.org/Early

Registration Information

Cancellations & Refunds

Please select classes based on your child’s age as of January 21, 2020. Registration continues until classes are full.

No refunds are given for emergency or weather closings or for days missed due to illness or vacation.

Payment can be made by cash, check, VISA, DISCOVER, or MASTERCARD at the time of registration. Checks payable to: ISD #270.

If sibling care is offered for your chosen class, please complete the information on the registration form.

Payment is required at the time of registration.

Sibling care cost is half the class fee for each child in sibling care.

You will be notified by phone and/or email to confirm your enrollment.

Enrollment limits: Families are eligible to register for a second semester-long class for each child on January 27, 2020. There is no limit on special topics, events, or classes less than 12 weeks.

We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment.

If a class or child care is cancelled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be given, including fees for sibling care.

Cancellation Policy: 12, 13, and 14 week classes: All registrations will be considered final after the third week of class, and no refunds will be given after that time.

Ongoing classes less than 12 weeks: All registrations will be considered final after the second week of class, no refunds will be given after that time.

Have twins? Families registering twins for the same class may register the second child for half the class fee. Please call our office to make payment arrangements. 952-988-5000.

Weather Closings

Hazardous weather conditions may prevent us from holding classes. When Hopkins Public Schools are closed or delayed, ECFE classes may not meet. Listen to WCCO radio 830 AM for school closings, call 952-988-4019 or 952-988-5000, or visit HopkinsSchools.org.

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Fee Information Affordable Classes

This is a suggested fee scale; however we value your participation and so we invite you to choose any amount that you are comfortable with — no one is turned away for inability to pay.

Fees are determined by locating your gross yearly family income on the scale, then locating the schedule of the class. Your suggested fee is at the intersection on the chart.

The sibling care fee is half the amount paid for the class, per child.

Please call 952-988-5000 to discuss a fee option that would be a better fit for your family.

There is no better investment than your child! ​

Sliding Fee Scale

(sibling care is one-half the cost of the class) Category Suggested Fee Scale Gross Family Income

Schedule A

Schedule B

Schedule C

1 ¼ -1 ½ Hr class

1 ¼ -1 ½ Hr class

2 Hr class

12-14 wk class

6-8 wk class

12-14 wk class

1

Up to $14,999

$ 16.00

$ 8.00

$ 20.00

2

$ 15-29,999

51.00

26.00

71.00

3

$ 30-49,999

71.00

36.00

102.00

4

$ 50-69,999

132.00

66.00

163.00

5

$ 70-94,999

156.00

79.00

204.00

6

$ 95-109,999

186.00

93.00

240.00

7

$ 110,000+

212.00

106.00

274.00

Fees are per child/class. This is a suggested fee scale; we invite you to choose any amount that you are comfortable with.

Have twins? See the twins discount policy page 12, listed in Registration Information.

ECFE Locations The Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education program holds classes at two locations:

Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave. South Hopkins, MN 55343

952-988-5000 Fax: 952-988-5037

Meadowbrook Elementary School campus 5430 Glenwood Ave. Golden Valley, MN 55422 Look for the Early Childhood Programs building facing Glenwood Ave. Enter Door AA on the backside of building.

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Registration Form Register online at any time! HopkinsSchools.org/Early Hopkins Public Schools ECFE Class registration (Early Childhood Family Education) Mail completed form to: Harley Hopkins Family Center, ECFE, 125 Monroe Ave. S., Hopkins, MN 55343 • Please use one form per child. (Additional forms are available at the Harley Hopkins ECFE office.)

• Please include a separate check for each class. Include Sibling Care fees if appropriate.

• Questions about how to complete this form? Please call us at 952-988-5000.

Family Information

• Please Print Clearly •

First Parent Name ________________________________________________________________________ q Check if attending class first middle initial last

Second Parent Name ______________________________________________________________________ q Check if attending class first middle initial last

Child’s Name _____________________________________________________________ Date of Birth ___________ q Male q Female first middle initial last Address ______________________________________________ City _____________________________ Zip _______________ Phone: Home: ________________________ Work ______________________________ Cell ____________________________ Email (print clearly) _______________________________________________________________________________________ Child’s Country of Origin ___________________________________________________________________________________ Check here to receive our E-News. q Yes, I would like to receive parenting information, special offers, and promotions from Hopkins Community Education Early Childhood via email. I understand that my email address will not be shared without my permission.

Additional Siblings in family: Name _________________________________________________ Date of Birth ______________ q Male q Female first last Name _________________________________________________ Date of Birth ______________ q Male q Female first last

Course Registration Information

Class Title

Class No.

Day(s) Class Meets

Class Time

1st Choice ____________________________________ _________ _________ _________

Class Fee

*Sibling Care Fee

Sub Total

$________ $________ $________

2nd Choice____________________________________ _________ _________ _________ $________ $________ $________ Topic Class____________________________________ _________ _________ _________ $________ $________ $________ Topic Class____________________________________ _________ _________ _________ $________ $________ $________ *Sibling fee is ½ the class fee TOTAL $________ If your 1st or 2nd choice is not available, please list two alternate class choices: Wait List Class #1: _____________________________________

Wait List Class #2: _________________________________________

Sibling Care Registration Registration is required for Sibling Care. At 6 months of age siblings must attend Sibling Care.

Name___________________________________________________________ Birthdate ________________ Class No. ________________ Name___________________________________________________________ Birthdate ________________ Class No. ________________ Is your child receiving Early Intervention Services (optional) q Yes If yes, what kinds of intervention services is he/she receiving:

q No

We are residents of the Hopkins Public Schools District or have already been accepted as an open-enrolled family into this school district. q Yes q No Are you new to Hopkins ECFE?

q Yes

q No

How did you find out about ECFE? ___________________________________________________________________________________

Payment Information Make online payments at www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org, or you may pay in person at Harley Hopkins Family Center main office. q Check: Checks payable to ISD 270

Check No. __________________

q Cash: (do not mail cash) _________________ Date ______________

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Dear Parents, The State of Minnesota is requesting personally identifiable data about your family that is similar to the same data for students enrolled in kindergarten through grade 12. Data will always be handled and protected by state and federal education data privacy laws.

Only aggregated information that does not identify individual children will be published. The information from this data will help the Minnesota Department of Education demonstrate the benefits of investing in young children by increasing reading and math scores, establishing a strong foundation for lifelong achievement and success.

Student (*required Information) *Student name: _______________________________________________________________________________ *Immunizations Up-to-Date: (Yes/No): __________ *Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino (Yes/No): __________________ *Race: Check all that apply: q American Indian or Alaska Native q Asian q Black or African American q Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander q White q Other _______________________________________ *Primary Language: ________________________________ *Birth Country ______________________________ *Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY): ________________________ McKinney-Vento Homeless (Yes/No): ____________

Person Registering (*required Information) *Name _______________________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY): ____________________

*Relationship to child, check one: q Guardian-Male

q Foster Father

q Guardian-Female

Education Background, check one: q Associate’s Degree

q Father

q Other Relative-Male

q Foster Mother

q Doctoral Degree q Master’s Degree

q Some College, but no degree

q Mother

q Other Relative-Female q Bachelor’s Degree

q High School Diploma

q Some high school, no diploma q Some elementary and middle school, none beyond eighth grade

Employment Status, check one:

q Employed more than 25 hrs/week q Employed less than 25 hrs/week

q Unemployed, seeking employment

q Unemployed, not seeking employment

Yearly Household Income: ____________________ Number of People in your Household: ______________ *Receiving Interpreter Assistance (Yes/No): __________

*Classroom Volunteer Type, check one: q Parent Advisory Council volunteer

q Not volunteering

q Classroom volunteer

q Other _______________________________

PROGRAM REGISTRATION (to be completed by District) * State Student I.D. # ____________________________________________________ * Program Name: Circle One: ECFE

ECSE Registration Date: _________________

Count of Classes: _________________ *Fee Status, check one:

q Full Fee

* Funding Source: Circle One:

q Reduced Fee

q Parent Fee

q ECFE

q No Fee q ECSE

* Special Needs or Delay NOT eligible for Special Education: Check one below:

q Child has special needs but is not eligible for special education services

q Child does not have special needs; is not eligible for special education services

Immunization information for participating in ECFE classes: For classes 6 weeks or more in length, updated immunization records for your child are due before you and your child participate in the ECFE class. In order to attend ECFE classes, parents must show that they’re in compliance with Minnesota School Immunization Law requirements. Please note: ECFE classes or events shorter than 6 weeks do not require immunization information.

There are two ways you can submit your child’s immunization record: 1) Ask your child’s physician for a copy of the current immunization record: Fax it to 952-988-5349, attn: ECFE 2) Drop it off at Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave. S, Hopkins Parents/guardians may choose to decline immunizations for their children by filing a legal exemption with the school. Copies of the Immunization Record, with directions for filing an exemption, are available in the office at Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave. S, Hopkins, MN.

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Welcome to Hopkins Preschools Preparing your child for a brilliant future.

Be a part of our child-centered community — enroll in Hopkins Preschools!

Hopkins preschools are unparalleled

What makes our preschools exceptional:

At Hopkins, your child will discover an inclusive, caring environment designed to create excitement around learning. Our curriculum inspires curiosity and is centered on your child’s academic, social, and emotional success.

• Curriculum. Our discovery-based curriculum expands on the interests of our students and guides them into deeper academic and social learning experiences.

Reggio Emilia curriculum Hopkins Preschools and Stay & Explore extendedday program are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. This educational philosophy is designed to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Our curriculum helps your child develop critical thinking skills along with social and emotional skills. Projects often originate from children’s interests, and teachers guide these projects into an academic focus while preparing children for kindergarten and beyond.

• The environment. Creative, engaging classrooms and nature-oriented playgrounds encourage exploration and inspire our youngest learners.

• Our teachers. Not only do all of our lead teachers hold a master’s or bachelor’s degree, they have extensive experience in creating nurturing surroundings that spark curiosity, enhance learning, and engage students.

Let’s connect! We look forward to seeing you at a ‘Visit Us’ open house event in February.

Flexible options — half- to full-day Choose from full- or half-day and year-round or school-year options! Add extended-day options to your child’s half-day preschool for flexibility when you need it. Located at seven sites in Minnetonka, Hopkins, and Golden Valley. Our fullday program is open from 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

• Social and emotional growth. Children make academic and social connections to school, while creating long-lasting relationships with peers and caring educators.

• Preparation for kindergarten. Our preschool program prepares children for kindergarten and inspires a lifelong love for learning and discovering.

Join us at one of our Visit Us open house events in January!

Meet our teachers, explore our classrooms, and ask your questions.

We are excited to get to know you and your upcoming preschooler. Come to one of our Visit Us open house events in January to learn more! Enrollment for 2020 preschool will open in early February.

Questions? Please call Jessica Lindblom at 952-988-4342 or email Jessica.Lindblom@HopkinsSchools.org.

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Stay & Explore with us!

Extend your child’s half-day Kaleidoscope Preschool session up to a full day at select sites

Build your child’s schedule from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. at select sites.

Stay, learn, and explore with us — flexible options for your 4- to 5-year-old are available at select Kaleidoscope Preschool sites to extend your child’s day to fit your needs.

Register for your Kaleidoscope Preschool choice. When your Kaleidoscope registration is confirmed by email, you can register for Stay & Explore extended-day options to create a custom schedule.

Questions? Please contact Jessica Lindblom, preschool enrollment specialist, at 952-988-4342 or email Jessica.Lindblom@HopkinsSchools.org

Find out more about Stay & Explore extended-day options and register: Call 952-988-4342 or visit HopkinsSchools.org/preschool

Schedule your child’s Early Childhood Screening Early childhood screenings are a quick, simple check of how your child is growing, developing, and learning. A screening is strongly recommended when your child is between 3 and 4 years old. Screening early supports your child’s readiness for kindergarten.

Questions? Please call Lori Abel, RN, LSN, CNP at 952-988-5017.

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One-to-one visit with a parent educator In your home, our office, by phone, or email!

Schedule a one-to-one visit and get help with your questions or concerns.

Need new ideas for play-and-learn activities for your child? We have those, too!

Have a question about parenting? Wonder what normal development looks like? Need a new strategy for handling a difficult behavior? Whether you are a veteran parent or a new mother, father, grandparent, or caregiver and you need some support or parenting ideas, please call us to schedule a free, one-to-one visit with a licensed parent educator. Parenting can be challenging — we are here to help! We’ll listen to your concerns and provide feedback and resources to help.

Possible topics for a personal visit might be: • Tantrums, crying, and calming

• Potty training

• Establishing routines, rules, and logical consequences

• Sibling relationships

• Child-proofing your relationship

• Learning through play

• Blues and depression

• Nutrition and sleep habits

To schedule your free one-to-one appointment, please call Angela Sandok at 952-988-4081 or email Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org

Savory Story Time Helping Us Grow (HUG) and Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) invite you and your family to join us for a free meal and a story time for the kids!

Come for a meal, a chance to visit with other parents with infants (birth-24 months) from Hopkins Public Schools, and share a story and play time with the children. Older siblings are welcome. Choose a new, free book for each child to take home.

Led by parent educator, Angela Hart, M. Ed., and early childhood teacher, Katie Clark, M.A. Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave. S., Hopkins Story Time & Dinner at Harley, 5:45-7 p.m.

Thursday, March 5 Tuesday, May 5 Story Time & Breakfast at Harley, 9:30-10:45 a.m.

Saturday, January 25 Saturday, February 22 Saturday, April 25

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An RSVP is required:

To make a reservation, call Angela Sandok at 952-988-4081 or email Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org Watch for future invitations in your mail! These events are offered until your baby is 24 months old.

Welcome to Hopkins Public Schools Every child in Hopkins deserves a brilliant future.

Meet your superintendent, Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed warmly welcomes your family to Hopkins Public Schools! Dr. Mhiripiri-Reed is thrilled to lead Hopkins Public Schools and move teaching and learning in our District from Great To World Class. She is also a parent of two children attending school at Hopkins. Her background includes a doctoral degree from Harvard, a master’s degree from the University of Minnesota, and a bachelor’s degree from Yale. Her goals as superintendent include continuing and strengthening the District’s E-12 program excellence, emboldening an already strong Hopkins identity, and moving Hopkins from Great to World Class through a bold new vision. Explore Hopkins’ Great to World Class initiative, visit HopkinsSchools.org/worldclass.

Creative thinkers

Explorers

Confident voices

Curious minds

Grades K-6: Hopkins kindergarten and elementary program For our youngest learners, our all-day kindergarten program provides a strong foundation in literacy, math, science, social studies, Spanish, music, art, STEM, and physical education. The expertise and experience of our talented kindergarten teachers prepares students for a successful experience in first grade and beyond.

Hopkins curriculum is rigorous and responsive, allowing each student to reach his or her potential and receive a personalized learning experience. Some highlights include: • STEM learning begins in kindergarten.

• Spanish language instruction is integrated in the curriculum of all K-6 classrooms.

• Every Hopkins elementary school offers orchestra and band.

• A full-time gifted and talented coordinator in each school ensures that rigorous opportunities are provided in core subjects starting in kindergarten.

Attending kindergarten in fall 2020? Join us for these events: Plan to attend Roundup registration events in February to complete enrollment forms and receive important information from your child's school. Visit HopkinsSchools.org/kinder for dates and times.

Kindergarten Bridge events in May are a great way to help your child become comfortable in a kindergarten classroom at their school. Kindergarten Bridge events are free — register online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org or call 952-988-5000.

Playground Nights in August help your child get excited for the start of school! Check your school's online calendar.

Grades 7-9: Creating global learning experiences at Hopkins junior highs through the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Hopkins Public Schools junior highs are authorized IB (International Baccalaureate) World Schools.

Each school has fully implemented the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in grades seven, eight, and nine. Designed for students ages 11 to 16, the MYP provides a framework for learning that encourages students to become creative, critical, and reflective thinkers. It fosters the development of skills for communication, intercultural understanding, and global engagement.

IB curriculum increases understanding of languages and cultures, explores globally significant ideas and issues, and provides students with an exciting set of tools to expand and increase rigor in universal and authentic ways. Find out more at HopkinsSchools.org/HopkinsIB.

Grades 10-12: Hopkins High School: amazing course choices, extraordinary teachers, innovative learning opportunities Hopkins High School offers approximately 250 courses in 15 subject areas. These courses are one to four terms in length in an innovative four-block schedule that offers students maximum choices. It allows: • Students to fit in numerous Advanced Placement (AP) and advanced courses, while still being in one or more music groups, art classes, and electives.

• Students to take two levels of math, science, or world language in a single year, meaning many students take levels 5 and 6 of world languages, and can accelerate their math and science.

• Hopkins is one of the few high schools that offers six levels of world languages.

Extensive AP Program Hopkins High School has one of the most extensive Advanced Placement programs in the state. We offer more than 20 AP courses to all Hopkins students, along with over 10 College in the Schools classes.

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Hop-Kids

Preschool-age enrichment classes!

Hop-Kids: Preschool-age play & learn!

A joint partnership of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education.

Philosophy:

Hop-Kids provides preschool-age children opportunities for playing and learning that are fun, nurturing, and safe.

We believe children learn best through meaningful, interactive play. Our classes offer an introduction to a variety of sport fundamentals, play adventures, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) skills taught by passionate instructors who encourage curiosity, discovery, and problem-solving in a stimulating, structured, and fun environment.

Create & perform Art & Dance Wish Upon A Ballet: Four Seasons

Mayer Arts Staff This dance program incorporates popular children’s stories as well as ballet stories. Enjoy a complete fairy tale experience as dancers skip, leap, jump and spin. Children learn an appreciation of dance and music while developing strength and flexibility.

Ages 3-5 #2040401-06: 7 sessions - limit 7 $63 Wednesdays, Feb. 26-Apr. 15 11:00-11:45 am No class Apr. 1 Ages 3-4 #2040401-07: 6 sessions - limit 7 Saturdays, Feb. 22-Mar. 28

$54 1:15-2:00 pm

Ages 5-8 #2040401-08: 6 sessions - limit 7 $54 Saturdays, Feb. 22-Mar. 28 2:00-2:45 pm Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

Music Together: Spring

Ages 0-5 • Music Together Award-winning music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and grownups.

Classes are mixed-age so siblings can attend together. Infants under eight months attend free with a paid sibling. #2040301-07: 10 sessions - limit 12 $189 Fridays, Apr. 3-June 5 9:30-10:15 am #2040301-08: 10 sessions - limit 12 $189 Fridays, Apr. 3-June 5 10:30-11:15 am Harley Hopkins Family Center 136, all sessions

Play Date with Mom

Ages 1½-6 • Kidcreate Studio In honor of Mother’s Day, spend some creative time with your child. You and your child will create a beautiful handprint flower bouquet on a canvas board making a great keepsake. #2040201-01: 1 session - limit 5 $19 Saturday, May 2 9:30-10:30 am Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room

Check online for more Hop-Kids classes and watch for your winter/spring Hop-Kids brochure.

Dates and times subject to change from this catalog’s mail date. See online for complete details.

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Move it, move it!

Sports & Adventure Amazing Athletes: Keeping Kids Active

Ages 2¾-5 • Amazing Athletes Learn the fundamentals of nine different sports and seven areas of motor development. This course covers baseball, basketball, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, volleyball and tennis. #2222101-01: 5 sessions - limit 6 Mondays, Jan. 6-Feb. 3

$59 6:00-6:35 pm

#2222101-02: 5 sessions - limit 6 Mondays, Jan. 6-Feb. 3

$59 6:45-7:20 pm

#2222101-03: 5 sessions - limit 6 Mondays, Apr. 6-May 4

$59 6:00-6:35 pm

#2222101-04: 5 sessions - limit 6 $59 Mondays, Apr. 6-May 4 6:45-7:20 pm Ubah Medical Academy Gym, all sections

RevSports: T-Ball

RevSports Weekly topics include catching, throwing, base running, batting and more.

Note: This is a parent-child class. No equipment necessary. Please bring a water bottle. The 4-6 year class is Coach-Pitch Baseball.

Ages 2-3 #2222701-04: 5 sessions - limit 12 $55 Thursdays, Apr. 16-May 14 5:30-6:00 pm Alice Smith Elementary A2 Softball Ages 3-5 #2222701-05: 5 sessions - limit 12 $55 Thursdays, Apr. 16-May 14 6:00-6:45 pm Alice Smith Elementary A2 Softball

Ages 4-6 #2222701-06: 5 sessions - limit 12 $55 Thursdays, Apr. 16-May 14 6:45-7:30 pm Alice Smith Elementary A2 Softball

HappyFeet Soccer

HappyFeet Legends Staff This class will offer skill sessions and scrimmages to ensure every player knows how to apply each skill in a game setting. Players will learn some of the most difficult dribbling skills in soccer.

All participants receive a jersey and award as part of the registration fee.

Ages 2-3 #2220401-01: 8 sessions - limit 12 $79 Tuesdays, Jan. 21-Mar. 10 6:00-6:30 pm Ubah Medical Academy Gym Ages 4-5 #2220401-02: 8 sessions - limit 12 $79 Tuesdays, Jan. 21-Mar. 10 6:30-7:00 pm Ubah Medical Academy Gym Ages 2-3 #2220401-04: 8 sessions - limit 12 $79 Tuesdays, Apr. 14-June 2 5:30-6:00 pm Alice Smith Elementary A1 Soccer Ages 4-5 #2220401-05: 8 sessions - limit 12 $79 Tuesdays, Apr. 14-June 2 6:00-6:30 pm Alice Smith Elementary A1 Soccer

Check online for more Hop-Kids classes and watch for your winter/spring Hop-Kids brochure.

Dates and times subject to change from this catalog’s mail date. See online for complete details.

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Resources & Support New baby?

Get your free Welcome Packet!

Welcome to Hopkins Public Schools We are so happy you are part of the Hopkins Public Schools community — let us know who you are!

Visit HopkinsSchools.org/census or call us at 952-988-4100 if: • Your family has grown with addition of another child.

• You do not receive this publication in the mail.

• You are a new resident to Hopkins Public Schools.

If your child is in the district’s database, you will receive all mailings from the school district that are pertinent to your family, including this Early Childhood catalog.

Experience an ECFE class!

Come check out a Hopkins ECFE class!

Want to try out an ECFE class before you sign up?

Meet other parents, engage with your child, and enjoy conversations with our licensed parent educators at a complimentary class visit.

Schedule your free classroom visit today!

To schedule your complimentary class visit, please call Angela Sandok at 952-988-4081 or send an email to: Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org.

To receive your Welcome Packet, please call Angela at 952-988-4081 or email Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org.

Hopkins Education Foundation Since 1995, Hopkins Education Foundation (HEF) has granted more than $2 million in grants that have made a big difference for our students. HEF and you are engaging students and families, enhancing core curriculum, and energizing our educators.

Support for the Foundation comes entirely through contributions! Find out how you can help by visiting www.HopkinsEducationFoundation.org.

Refer a Child to Help-Me-Grow If you have concerns about your child’s development, talk to your health care provider, or call 866-693-GROW (4769) for more assistance.

If you reside in the Hopkins School District, call 952-988-5020 to reach your local Early Intervention Program directly. Someone will assist you to arrange for a free evaluation to determine if your child is eligible for Help-Me-Grow: Early Intervention Service. Early childhood specialists will work with eligible families to plan the services and support they need.

866-693-GROW (4769)

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More for you Free for You: Infants & Parents Classes!

Join a combined education class with the Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program and pediatricians at two locations!

The Lending Closet It’s like having new toys every week!

We are very excited to announce that we have created an online membership and catalog for The Lending Closet (TLC).

Check the inventory of toys and equipment, view your rental, extend your rental dates, use the waiting list option for a specific item, see reservation reminders, and more. All options available at: HopkinsLendingCloset.myturn.com.

Open to all individuals and families. Membership is $10/year; no family will be turned away because of inability to pay.

Harley Hopkins Family Center, Room 31 125 Monroe Ave. S., Hopkins, 952-988-5048

Get help on the topics of concern to new parents.

While you and your baby connect and play, a licensed parent educator will lead discussions on topics such as your baby’s growth and development, transitioning into parenthood, infant sleep, and more! A family medicine/pediatric clinician will answer your general baby health questions.

Babies birth-6 months old: Park Nicollet Clinic St. Louis Park, 4th floor Pediatrics 3850 Park Nicollet Blvd., St. Louis Park, 55416 Tuesday Mornings: 11:00 am-12:30 pm Register for dates.

South Lake Pediatrics South Lake Medical Building 17705 Hutchins Dr, #100, Minnetonka, MN, 55343 Wednesday Mornings: 11:00 am-12:30 pm Register for dates.

For more information and to register, please call Angela Sandok at 952-988-4081, or email her at Angela.Sandok@HopkinsSchools.org.

Save the date for Royal Family Fun Day! Attention all Hopkins elementary students and their adults ­— HEF’s Royal Family Fun Day promises to be a funfilled afternoon of games, a bounce house, snacks, and other surprises. Bring your friends and meet new ones!

Sunday, April 26, Eisenhower Community Center, Hopkins • Tickets: HopkinsEducationFoundation.org

Daddy & Me Watch for dates in spring/summer 2019!

Free fun reading event at your local police station Dads, grandpas, uncles, and friends with children newborn to five years, have fun at these free events where you can: • • • •

Explore your local police station.

Listen as police officers read stories to the children.

Jump behind the wheel of their vehicles.

And more!

Sponsored by: Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education, Minnetonka & Hopkins Police Departments, and Minnetonka & Hopkins Public Libraries.

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Secure your place in winter/spring classes! Registration is open now!

Family Fun Events Frosty Fun!

Enchanted Stars Dance

Saturday, January 11 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Friday, March 6 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Come in from the cold!

Little Girls & Their Favorite Guy!

Indoor winter family event! Enjoy playing with snow and ice, making snowflake art, singing snowy songs, and listening to winter stories — all indoors. For families with children ages 2-5.

Dads, uncles, grandpas — bring that special girl in your life and create fun memories dancing, playing games, making crafts, and much more. Pizza and fun bling items available for purchase.

Recommended for girls ages 4-12. $29/adult/child pair, $9 each additional sibling Presented by Hopkins Community Education Youth Programs. Call 952-988-4070 to register, or online at: HopkinsCommunityEd.org

#405-DW: $5/family See page 11 for details.

At: Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave. S, Hopkins

Parenting for Racial Justice

The Teddy Bear Band Friday, April 24 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Tuesdays, Feb. 18-Mar. 17 9:45-11:45 a.m.

Come celebrate the Teddy Bear Band’s 35th year of guaranteed family fun and the end of this year’s ECFE programming! Help your child gain and maintain a positive sense of self by interacting and rocking out with the Teddy Bear Band!

For families with children ages 0-8.

#705-DW: $20/series See page 9 for details.

#408-EW: $5/family See page 11 for details.

Register: HopkinsSchools.org/early 952-988-5000

1001 Highway 7, Room 170 Hopkins, MN 55305 Hopkins Public Schools ISD 270

Join us at a Visit Us open house event in January. See page 16 for more details.

Building a great place to live

We are excited to partner with you to support your child’s journey into fall 2020 preschool! In Hopkins, our focus is on your child’s academic, social, and emotional success. Our Reggio-inspired curriculum inspires deeper academic mastery based on your child’s interests, while encouraging empathy, problem solving, and collaboration. Your child will be inspired and nurtured as they explore meaningful learning experiences that will prepare them for kindergarten and beyond.​

Hopkins Community Education

We can’t wait to meet you at our preschool ‘Visit Us’ events!

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What do you say to kids, grandchildren, or students when they ask you questions about race?

Together we can build our capacity for talking with children about race, racism, and whiteness that is supportive, grounded in reality, and hopeful. For families with children ages 0-9.