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Early Childhood Screening 2021-2022
Litchfield Public Schools Early Childhood Screening is a service offered to families of children 3-5 years old. It’s a chance to see if the child is achieving developmental milestones of early childhood. During the screening process, early childhood staff along with the school nurse will check your child’s: - Health history & immunization records - Vision & hearing - Height, weight & growth - Large & small motor skills - Thinking, language & communication skills - Social & emotional development It’s an opportunity to secure support for children who may need help in reaching milestones. In Minnesota, the school district is required to offer screening for ALL children prior to entering kindergarten. If your child is on the school district census, you will be notified about screening close to age 3½ years.
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Screening Dates:
September 9 December 16 January 20 February 24
To schedule an appointment: call (320) 693-2354, or visit our website
What if my child is under age three and I have concerns?
While all children grow and change at their own rate, you may have concerns that your child is developing differently than other children the same age. If you have concerns, call 1-866-693-GROW (4769) Once a referral is made to the local early learning intervention program where you reside, you will be contacted to arrange a FREE screening to determine if your child is eligible for FREE, Help Me Grow, infant and toddler intervention services.
“Building Blocks for Family and School Success” Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), is offered to Minnesotans through Minnesota public school districts.
What’s the scoop on ECFE?
Litchfield ECFE employs certified teachers and experienced support staff. The Early Childhood Center is located in
Wagner Education Building 307 E 6th Street Suite 110
Litchfield, MN 55355 For families with children birth to pre-k. A rich variety of experiences that promote growth and development of young children. Involves parents AND children. Research and experience shows that children whose parents are involved early in their education do better in school. Discussion time allows parents to connect, develop relationships, gain support, and learn new parenting skills. We partner with parents to provide the best family experience.
ECFE Fall 2021 Pay Scale
$70,000+ $69,999-50,000 $49,999-30,000 $29,999-20,000 $19,999-10,000 $9,999-0 Newcomers $45.00/per course $35.00/per course $25.00/per course $10.00/per course $5.00/per course $ Gifted/per course $ Gifted/per course
ECFE Fees: No family will be denied participation, for any reason, due to an inability to pay. Call (320) 693-2354 for more information. All ECFE Classes: Wagner Education Building Rooms 3 & 6
This program is funded in part through the MN Department of Education and
MN Department of Human Services.
Photographs/Recording
By registering for any Community Education activity you acknowledge for yourself, or those you are registering, that photographs and/or recordings may be taken. See page 38 for more information.
Family Affair
For children ages birth-pre k
Out and About Separated
Discussion time for parents of children birth-gr. 3 Have fun playing with your child, introducing them to a variety of learning experiences, and making new friends! Families have the opportunity to explore art, music and movement, math, literacy, and science activities that have been prepared by our early This ECFE coffee clutch could be just what you needed to gather with your friends and talk about the world of parenting. Right after getting your child settled in the ECFE room for structured free play, you’ll join the parent educator for lively discussion. Session I Mondays 9/13-12/6 (No 10/18 & 11/22) 4:00-5:00 PM #2114 Registration deadline: 9/6 childhood teacher. Families also enjoy participating in circle time activities together. During the last portion of class, parents and children separate to allow adults the opportunity to discuss pertinent topics with a parent discussion facilitator. Come and enjoy this time for you and your child! Thursdays 9/16-12/9 (No 10/21 & 11/25) 8:30-9:45 AM
Session I #2114B Registration deadline: 9/9Mondays 9/13-12/6 (No 10/18 & 11/22)
5:30-7:00 PM
#2113 Registration deadline: 9/6 Session II Mondays 1/10-4/25 (No 1/17, 2/21 & 3/21)
Thursdays 9/16-12/9 (No 10/21 & 11/25) 4:00-5:00 PM 10:15-11:45 AM #2114C Registration deadline: 1/3
#2113B Registration deadline: 9/9 Thursdays 1/13-4/28 (No 1/20, 2/24 & 3/24)
8:30-9:45 AM
Session II #2114D Registration deadline: 1/6Mondays 1/10-4/25 (No 1/17, 2/21 & 3/21)
5:30-7:00 PM
#2113C Registration deadline: 1/3 Thursdays 1/13-4/28 (No 1/20, 2/24 & 3/24)
10:15-11:45 AM
#2113D Registration deadline: 1/6
Baby Stop
This class is for the brand new baby in your family and you. Join this class and learn about the new little wonder in your life.
Session I Tuesdays 9/14-12/7 (No 10/19 & 11/23)
10:15-11:15 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 FREE - A community collaboration
#9100
Session II Tuesdays 1/11-4/26 (No 1/18, 2/22 & 3/22)
10:15-11:15 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 FREE - A community collaboration
#9100B
Registration is required, but join at any time!
Out and About Transition
Discussion time for parents of children birth-gr. 3 This ECFE coffee clutch could be just what you need to gather with your friends and talk about the world of parenting. Families will come together for a brief time of free play with their child, followed by circle time. After circle time, parents will engage in self-care and discussion.
Session I Tuesdays 9/14-12/7 (No 10/19 & 11/23)
8:30-9:45 AM
#2115 Registration deadline: 9/7
Session II Tuesdays 1/11-4/26 (No 1/18, 2/22 & 3/22)
8:30-9:45 AM
