Hopkins Early Childhood Summer and Fall Catalog 2020

SUMMER & FALL: JUNE 2020-JANUARY 2021 EARLY CHILDHOOD BIRTH TO AGE 5

Make childhood shine with ECFE INSIDE

ecfe classes | Connect, explore, learn & play with your child. parenting | NEW: STEAM make-and-take workshop. special topics classes | Free! Parent-child yoga classes.

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Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here.

There is no sugar coating the fact that this catalog comes to you in a tumultuous time filled with uncertainty. What comforts me is the tremendous amount of community support, love, and collaboration that has and will continue to happen during this challenging time. This support is what will get us through spring and summer and, if needed, fall. The support that you as a community provide each other is something I am truly grateful to be a part of. It is what makes Hopkins Public Schools such an amazing school family.

You with young children know that the only constant is change. This change takes on many forms from teething, potty training, preschool, or bringing home a new sibling ­­— we rise to the occasion daily! Amongst all this uncertainty, all Hopkins Early Childhood programs strive to bring you a world-class education with quality care through personal connection and fun learning activities either online or in person. Though our classrooms are closed at this moment, ECFE staff are diligently working to maintain our connection with you in new ways.

We invite you to Hopkins ECFE, where we can help brighten the path to learning, loving, and laughing. We look forward to sharing time with you and your family as we grow in the classroom together!

See you in class!

Angela Sandok, Early Childhood Family Education Supervisor

Registration for summer and fall classes begins April 10 at 8:00 a.m.

Registration for classes is ongoing until spaces fill.

Families are welcome to register at any time if space is available.

Please see page 12 for more registration information, or call our office at 952-988-5000.

Hopkins Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) We’re here to support you on your parenting journey and inspire your child’s early learning and social experiences.

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 resource for learning, connections, information, and support for your family.

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 conversations. 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 conversation (in separating classes), children enjoy play-based learning experiences with licensed early childhood teachers. Children will practice social skills and enjoy music, art, stories, and physical activities.

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.

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. *Note: the word “parent” in this publication refers to adult caregivers responsible for the child.

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About Hopkins ECFE

Our classes Many options to fit your family’s needs ECFE classes have a sliding fee scale (see pages 4 and 13) and meet once a week. There are day and evening options, and most classes have sibling care. There are options to fit your child’s age range. We also have parent-only workshops and special topics classes, too.

Our classes fall into three categories: non-separating, gradual separating, or separating. See the descriptions below. To determine class fees, see the fee scale on page 4 (for Parent/Infant classes) and page 13 (for all other classes). If you have 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). 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 engaging activities together for about 30 minutes. Then, parents meet in a separate classroom with a licensed parent educator for conversations around child development and parenting. Meanwhile, your child will participate in age-appropriate activities with a licensed early childhood teacher and teaching assistant.

Children are provided play-based early learning experiences which encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development setting the foundation for future learning experiences in preschool and beyond.

Sibling care is available, if needed, for many 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 13 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. No class dates — ECFE classes will not be in session the following dates: Oct. 14-16: Education Minnesota Convention Nov. 3: Professional Development day and Election Day Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving Break Dec. 21-Jan. 1: Winter Break

Welcome New Babies!

Hopkins Early Childhood Programs welcomes your new baby to our school community! Share your good news with us and receive a free Welcome Packet! Contact Hilary Novacek Bundt at 952-567-8965, Hilary.Novacekbundt@HopkinsSchools.org.

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0-15 months ECFE Classes You & Your Infant Meet once a week and connect with other parents and their infants to join conversations with a licensed parent educator. Learn from others, share ideas, connect with your baby, and explore parenting topics of interest to you.

Perfect for parents on maternity/paternity leave — #107 and #108 are 7-week sessions. Sign up for one or both!

Daytime (sibling care is available):

Summer You & Your Infant ECFE doesn’t stop in the summer! You don’t have to wait until fall to enjoy the benefits of taking a class with your child.

While you and your baby (newborn through 12 months of age, or 13 through 24 months of age) connect and play, a parent educator leads conversations on topics such as growth and development, sleeping habits, nutrition, brain development, and more.

Perfect for parents on maternity/paternity leave — these are short, 6-week sessions!

Daytime

Wed., Sept. 9-Jan. 13 11:00 am-12:30 pm 0-15 months Non-separate #106-DF Fee I Harley 135 Wed., Sept. 9-Oct. 28 11:30 am-1:00 pm 0-11 months Non-separate #107-DFMA Fee I Mbk. 135 Fri., Sept. 11-Oct. 30 11:00 am-12:30 pm 0-11 months Non-separate #108-DFA Fee I Harley 135 Sat., Sept. 19-Oct. 31 0-11 months #111-EF Fee I

9:00-10:30 am Non-separate Harley 135

Wed., Nov. 4-Jan. 13 11:30 am-1:00 pm 0-11 months Non-separate #107-DFMB Fee I Mbk. 135

Tu., June 2-July 14 0-11 months #100-A Fee I

4:00-5:15 pm Non-separate Harley 135

Fri., Nov. 6-Jan. 15 11:00 am-12:30 pm 0-11 months Non-separate #108-DFB Fee I Harley 135

Tu., June 2-July 14 12-24 months #100-B Fee I

6:00-7:15 pm Non-separate Harley 135

Evening (sibling care is available): Tu., Sept. 8-Dec. 15 5:30-6:45 pm 0-11 months Non-separate #109-EF Fee I Harley 135

More Infant & Parent Classes with Park Nicollet Clinics & South Lake Pediatrics Hopkins ECFE is teaming up with our partners to offer more options for parents and infants!

See pg. 23 for details.

You & Your 1- to 5-Year-Old Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 12-65 months #401-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Grad. separate Harley 119

You & Your Infant Class 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 classes.

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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12-43 months

You & Your 1-Year-Old

You & Your 2-Year-Old

Enjoy playing and learning with your toddler as you explore art, sing songs, and more! Meet and connect once a week with other parents and toddlers and talk with our licensed parent educators in these ongoing classes.

Each week, your parent educator will lead discussions on topics you are most interested in, such as sleep, tantrums, toilet learning, and more.

Daytime (sibling care is available): Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 12-23 months #202-DF Fee A

9:00-10:30 am Non-separate Harley 135

Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 12-65 months #401-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Grad. separate Harley 119

Wed., Sept. 9-Jan. 13 12-23 months #204-DFM Fee A

9:30-11:00 am Grad. separate Mbk. 135

Fri., Sept. 11-Jan. 15 12-23 months #206-DF Fee A

9:00-10:30 am Grad. Separate Harley 135

Mon., Sept. 14-Jan. 11 12-23 months #201-DF Fee A

9:00-10:30 am Grad. separate Harley 135

Evening (sibling care is available).

Tu., Sept. 8-Dec. 15 12-30 months #110-EF Fee A

5:30-7:00 pm Grad. separate Harley 119

Mon., Sept. 14-Dec. 14 12-23 months #207-EF Fee B

5:30-7:00 pm Non-separate Harley 135

Section #302-DW: 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., Sept. 14-Jan. 11 30-65 months #302-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Separating Harley 101

Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 24-35 months #303-DFM Fee C

9:45-11:45 am Separating Mbk. 135

Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 12-65 months #401-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Grad. separate Harley 119

Wed., Sept. 9-Jan. 13 24-35 months #304-DF* Fee A

9:15-11:15 am Grad. separate Harley 119

Thurs., Sept. 10-Jan. 14 24-35 months #305-DF* Fee C

9:00-11:00 am Grad. separate Harley 119

Fri., Sept. 11-Jan. 15 11:00 am-12:30 pm 24-35 months Separating #306-DF Fee A Harley 119 * ECFE/ECSE class #304-DF and #305-DF: Team teaching with special education teachers occurs in this class.

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

Evening (sibling care is available): Mon., Sept. 14-Dec. 14 24-65 months #208-EF Fee A

SUMMER 2s!

6:30-8:00 pm Non-separate Harley 119

SUMMER! You & Your 2-Year-Old Tu., Jun. 16-Aug. 11 No class July 7 30-53 Months #400-A Fee B

9:30-11:30 am Separating Harley 119

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3-5 Years and Spanish & Somali Classes

ECFE Classes

Spanish & Somali Classes

You & Your 3- to 5-Year-Old

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.

In these once-a-week classes, you will have play-based learning time with your child during the first portion of class. Then, you and your child will separate into different classrooms. Your child will have opportunities with literacy skills, art, science, math literacy, social and emotional learning, and more.

Daytime (sibling care is available): Wed., Sept. 9-Jan. 13 12:30-2:15 pm 0-5 years Separating #412-DF-Spanish No cost Harley 135 Mon., Sept. 14-Jan. 11 9:30-11:15 am 0-5 years Separating #413-DF-Somali No cost Harley 119

You will have the opportunity to connect with other parents while your parent educator leads discussions on topics such as sibling rivalry, overindulgence, temperament, 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): Tu., Sept. 8-Jan. 12 12-65 months #401-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Grad. separate Harley 119

Fri., Sept. 11-Jan. 15 36-65 months #402-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Separating Harley 101

Mon., Sept. 14-Jan. 11 30-65 months #302-DF Fee C

9:30-11:30 am Separating Harley 101

Evening (sibling care is available).

Mon., Sept. 14-Dec. 14 24-65 months #208-EF Fee A

SUMMER 3s!

6:30-8:00 pm Non-separate Harley 119

SUMMER! You & Your 3- to 5-Year-Old Tu., Jun. 16-Aug. 11 No class July 7 30-53 Months #400-A Fee B

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9:30-11:30 am Separating Harley 119

Music & Play, 0-5 Years

PLAY! Babies, Stories, and Songs.

Katie Clark, licensed children’s teacher

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

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

Family Stay & Play Engage in a fun-filled playtime with your child! A great option for grandparents and grandchildren, too! You and your little one enjoy activities and focused time together.

Sign up for one or all of these fun-filled sessions. Each 4- or 5-week section has a unique theme: Brown Bear The World of Colors: Eric Carle’s art is rich with colors and textures.

This favorite story will be our guide as we explore the world of colors Round and Round let it Roll: Get an early exposure to STEM with ramps, cars, speed, and distance — enjoy some “wheely” fun art projects and activities.

Ooey Gooey Science in Action: Encourage your child’s natural curiosity about STEM concepts (science, technology, engineering and math) with projects that are messy, active, and sensory based.

Thurs., Sept. 10-Oct. 8 #504-DF Colors 0-5 years

4:00-5:30 pm $5/class $20/series Harley 119

Thurs., Oct. 22-Nov. 12 #505-DF Roll 0-5 years

4:00-5:30 pm $5/class $15/series Harley 119

Thurs., Nov. 19-Jan. 7 #506-DF Science 0-5 years

4:00-5:30 pm $5/class $15/series Harley 119

Thurs. Sept. 10-Oct. 8 #717-DF 0-18 months

11:30 am-12:15 pm $5/class, $20/series Harley 135

Music with MacPhail Family Event Join MacPhail Center for Music as we explore music and movement through play-based activities! Together we will sing, play, and learn! Appropriate for ages birth to 8 years.

Sat., Oct. 10 10:30-11:15 am #404-DF Free, registration required 0-8 years Harley 127 Gym

DISCOVER EXPLORE CREATE

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Parenting So your Child is Going to Kindergarten!

Rani Murdoch-Zappa M.Ed., licensed parent educator

Explore what your child will experience in kindergarten at Hopkins Public Schools. Hear from a Hopkins elementary principal, learn about kindergarten curriculum, and explore how to prepare your child for kindergarten.

Parent-only class. For parents of children three to five years.

Thurs., Nov. 12 6:30-8:00 pm #703-EF $10/person, $15/household Harley 125

Positive Discipline: Creating an Encouraging Home Sibling Solutions Hilary Novacek Bundt, M.Ed., licensed parent educator

Do your kids fight or compete? Do you wish they would “just get along?” Gain tools that will help you to say and do things that will build a healthy relationship between your children, as well as between them and you.

Parent-only class. For parents of children one to eight years.

Wed., Sept. 30 6:30-8:00 pm #706-EF $10/person, $15/household Harley 125

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 race related events in the news?

Parent-only class. For parents of children birth to nine years.

Tu., Sept. 22-Oct. 20 9:45-11:45 am #705-DF $20/series Thurs., Sept. 17-Oct. 15 6:30-8:00 pm #705-EF $20/series Harley 133, both sections

Shannon Rader Ph.D., licensed parent educator

Is your child challenging you with tantrums, saying no, refusing to listen, or other challenging behaviors? In this class we will: discuss appropriate behaviors for different developmental stages; discover what your child’s behavior might be telling you; and build a toolbox of positive behavior guidance and discipline strategies. Parent-only class.

Thurs., Oct. 22 6:30-8:00 pm #741-EF $15/person, $20/household Harley 125

NEW! STEAM Make & Take Workshop Shannon Rader Ph.D., licensed early childhood teacher and licensed parent educator

Wondering how you can encourage STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) at home? In this class we will learn about STEAM and what this looks like in early childhood. We’ll explore activities — mostly non messy — to encourage STEAM learning at home. You’ll leave class with projects to bring home for your child to do. Parent-only class.

Thurs., Nov.12 6:30-8:00 pm 742-EF $15/person, $25/household Harley 133

Behavioral & Mental Health in Young Children JoAnne Hoffman Jecha, MD, and Liz Hass, APRN

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

Register online or call 952-988-5000.

Hear about what conditions such as anxiety, ADHD, oppositional behavior, and more look like in young children. Identify when emotions and behaviors are no longer typical for age.

Learn how to approach these challenges and begin to identify triggers and how to seek help. Parent-only class. For parents of children birth to 8 years.

Tues., Oct 27 1:30-3:00 pm #720-DF $10/person, $15/household Harley 133

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Parenting

NEW! Parent Book Club: The Secrets of Happy Families

Monthly Meetup!

Hilary Novacek Bundt, M.Ed., licensed parent educator

This three-part series follows Bruce Feiler’s The Secrets of Happy Families and the Happy Family Toolkit. We’ll look at ways to improve your mornings, tell your family history, fight smarter, play together, and much more! Come to one or all sections. Explore new ways to bring happiness and harmony to your family.

Part One: Adapt All the Time. Discuss how to bring flexibility and values into your everyday life.

Part Two: Talk. A lot. Resolve conflict, talk about important family issues, and tell your family story.

Part Three: Go out and Play. Find ways to bring fun and play into your family culture, and the benefits that playing together can have.

Wed., Sept. 9, 23, Oct. 14 6:30-8:00 pm #740-EF $5/class, $15/series Harley 125

Do you wish you had a group of parents you could talk with to discuss the joys and challenges of raising your 3-9 year-old child?

Do you want the Parent Education benefit of an ECFE class but cannot commit to a weekly session? Meet and connect once a month with other parents and dive deep into your hot parenting topics. This parent-only class will be led a licensed parent educator. The entire class time will be devoted to learning, sharing ideas, and connecting with other parents during supportive group discussions.

Morning series, Thursdays: Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 19 #735-DF Evening series Thursdays: Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 19 #736-EF

9:45-11:15 am $15/series Harley 142 6:00-7:30 pm $15/series Harley 142

STAFF SPOTLIGHT Katie Clark, ECFE Children’s Teacher Katie Clark has worked in early childhood education for 25 years joining the Hopkins ECFE program in 2013. Her passion for supporting and working with children and families is apparent as she introduces them to new experiences and materials in the classroom.

With her strong music background, Katie infuses a love for song into her young learners. Katie says getting hugs, when kids want to give them, is also amazing! When not teaching, find Katie with her husband, dog Dakota, and her two college-age daughters.

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Special Topics Classes

Baby and Me Yoga

Infant Massage

Molly Long, 200 level certified yoga instructor

Infant Massage, Kara Quist, pediatric physical therapist and certified infant massage 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. 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.

Babies 6 weeks to 9 months are welcome.

Thurs., Sept. 17 5:45 -6:30 pm #722-EF Free, registration required Thurs., Nov. 19 5:45-6:30 pm #723-EF Free, registration required Harley 135, both sections

Toddler and Me Yoga Hilary Novacek Bundt, Blooma certified yoga instructor

What better way to exert that lively toddler energy! We will use musical instruments for little hands and yoga as our foundation while socializing with other toddlers and caregivers.

Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Appropriate for toddlers crawling to 36 months.

Thurs., Oct. 1 5:30-6:15 pm #727-EF Free, registration required Thurs., Oct. 22 5:30-6:15 pm #728-EF Free, registration required Harley 127, Gym, both sections

Preschool Yoga Molly Long, 200 level certified yoga instructor

Through storytelling, developmental movement, breathing exercises, and body awareness preschoolers will gain selfregulation strategies and increase strength, flexibility, and coordination. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. A limited number of yoga mats will be available. Appropriate for children 36 months to 66 months.

Thurs., Nov. 12 5:45-6:45 pm #729-EF Free, registration required Harley 127

Infant massage encourages longer sleep patterns, promotes attachment, enhances healing, and can help relieve colic, reflux, teething, and gas. Babies 0-8 months (crawling) are welcome. Please bring a mat or a blanket.

Wed., Sept. 30 6:00-7:00 pm #713-EF Free, registration required Harley 135

Baby Sign Language Hilary Novecek Bundt 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 fingerplays that incorporate baby signs. For parents of babies 4-15 months old.

Thurs., Oct. 8 6:00-7:00 pm #730-EF Free, registration required Harley 135

First Aid for Infants and Children Tina Goralczyk, BS, RN, PHN

Bumps, scrapes and bruises — all children get them! Learn basic first aid tips and how to treat life-threatening emergencies such as choking and allergies. Tina Goralczyk has more than 15 years of experience as both a pediatric and public health nurse. She is also a certified American Heart Association instructor for first aid and CPR. This introductory class does not offer individual certification. Parent only class. For parents of children newborn to five years.

Thurs., Oct. 29 6:30-7:30 pm #731-EF Free, registration required Harley 135 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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Family Events

VROOM! Vehicle Fair with The Teddy Bear Band!

Young People’s Concert with the Hopkins High School Orchestra

This year’s Vehicle Fair and Open House is bigger than ever! Come see the Teddy Bear Band at the Vehicle Fair! Explore a police car, fire truck, front-end loader, and more. Enjoy facepainting and fun classroom activities throughout the Harley Hopkins Family Center.

FREE concert featuring kid-friendly music and an instrument petting zoo! Questions?

Please contact Hopkins High School staff at 952-988-4500.

Fri., Sept. 4 0-5 years

5:30-7:00 pm Harley

FUN!

Thurs., Oct. 22 5:30-6:30 pm

Hopkins High School,

2400 Lindbergh Dr., Minnetonka

The Bug Show: Close Encounters with Insects and Their Relatives The Bug Show is a lively, hands-on program about insects and related arthropods (spiders, scorpions, millipedes, etc.). LIVE critters, close-up images, and other fun props give kids a unique opportunity to experience and learn about these mysterious and often misunderstood creatures in a close-up, yet safe and interactive manner.

Wed., Oct. 23 5:30-7:00 pm #407-EF $5/family 0-8 years Harley 125

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ECFE Registration Information

Register for classes ECFE class registrations received online or in-person on or after Friday, April 10, 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.

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Registration Information

Register Online

Registration continues until classes are full.

Families are welcome to register for classes at any time as long as space is available.

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

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

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 Sept. 21, 2020. There is no limit on special topics, events, or classes less than 12 weeks.

Sibling care: 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.

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.

You may also add your checking account to pay with an automated check payment, rather then a debit or credit card.

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

We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Register early to help avoid class cancellations.

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.

Hopkins ECFE Locations CONNECT, PLAY, AND LEARN WITH ECFE

REGISTER EARLY!

Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave. S.,Hopkins, 55343 Phone: 952-988-5000, Fax: 952-988-5037 Meadowbrook School Campus 5430 Glenwood Ave. Golden Valley, 55422 Look for the Early Childhood Programs building facing Glenwood Avenue.

Enter Door AA on the backside of building.

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, check our Facebook page (Hopkins Early Childhood ) or visit the district website: HopkinsSchools.org.

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Fee Information

About class fee scales 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! ​

Class 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 on page 12, listed in Registration Information.

Immunization Information 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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ECFE Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave. S., Hopkins • 952-988-5000 DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 1-Year-Old 9:00-10:30 am #201, Harley 135

You & Your 3-to 5-Yr-Old 9:30-11:30 am #302, Harley 101

Somali Class 9:30-11:15 am #413, Harley 119 EVENING You & Your 1-Year-Old 5:30-7:00 pm #207, Harley 135

You & Your 2- to 5-Yr-Old 6:30-8:00 pm #208, Harley 119

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 1-Year-Old 9:00-10:30 am #202, Harley 135

You & Your 1- to 5-Yr Old 9:30-11:30 am #401, Harley 119

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 2- to 3-Yr Old 9:15-11:15am #304, Harley 119

You & Your Infant 11:00-12:30 pm #106, Harley 135

EVENING You & Your Infant 5:30-6:45 pm #109, Harley 135

Spanish Class 12:30-2:15 pm #412, Harley 119

You & Your 1- to 2-Yr-Old 5:30-7:00 pm #110, Harley 119

Meadowbrook Elementary 5430 Glenwood Ave., Golden Valley DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 2-3 Year Old, 9:45-11:45 am #303, Meadowbrook 135

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your One Year Old 9:30-11 am #204, Meadowbrook 135 You & Your Infant 11:30-1:00 pm #107, Meadowbrook 135

Park Nicollet St. Louis Park and South Lake Pediatrics, Minnetonka. Details on p. 23 You & Your Infant With a Park Nicollet Specialist 11:00-12:30

You & Your Infant: With a South Lake Pediatrics Specialist 11:30 am-1:00 pm

I have experienced authentic inclusivity and love during our time on Tuesdays evening at ECFE. The staff have been so generous and kind, and do a fantastic job engaging our class.

— Hopkins ECFE parent

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ECFE Class Schedule Thursday

Friday

Saturday

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 2- to 3-Yr-Old 9:00-11:00 am # 305, Harley119

Babies, Stories, and Songs 11:30-12:15 pm #717, Harley 135

EVENING Stay & Play 4:00-5:30 pm #504, Harley 119

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your 1- to 2-Yr Old 9:00-10:30 am #206, Harley 135

You & Your Infant 11:00-12:30 pm #108, Harley 135

You & Your 2- to 3-Yr Old 11:00-12:30 pm #306, Harley 119

You & Your 3- to 5-Yr-Old 9:30-11:30 am # 402, Harley 101

DAYTIME CLASSES You & Your Infant 9:00-10:30 am #111, Harley 135

Vehicle Fair with The Teddy Bear Band!

Friday, Sept. 4, 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave S, Hopkins

FREE EVENT!

HOPKINSSCHOOLS.ORG/EARLY

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Welcome to Hopkins Preschools Inspiring your child to reach their full potential

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

We love our students!

In Hopkins, our students are at the center of everything we do. When students feel heard, seen, and valued, they can do their very best work — that’s why love is one of our core values.

We are excited to meet you and support your child’s journey into 2020-21 preschool at Hopkins. Your child will discover an inclusive, student-centered community where empathy, collaboration, and kindness are encouraged.

They will develop creativity, confidence, and strong social relationships through play-based exploration of academic concepts built around their interests.

Calling all global scholars — new Spanish immersion option! Se les anima a los estudiantes que hablan español a aplicar.

We are excited to offer a Spanish immersion preschool option at our Eisenhower site this fall.

Encouraging students to be globally-minded aligns with our vision and complements future Spanish immersion learning in kindergarten at Eisenhower.

Student-centered curriculum that values each child Your 2020-21 Hopkins preschooler will be part of a school community that is committed to supporting exploration of a wide range of meaningful play-based learning and relationship-building experiences. Our nurturing teachers focus on your child’s academic, social, and emotional success so they are prepared for kindergarten and beyond.

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

Introducing Vision 2031 You’re entering an exceptional school district with a bold new vision to transform school.

The traditional school system was designed to prepare students for industrial work from a past era. In Hopkins, we are engaged in a process called Vision 2031, a vision of innovation to reimagine the traditional school system. When your child progresses through our schools, they will develop traits that will set them apart from their peers, providing the foundation they need to enter into a brilliant future.

Flexible options — half-day to full-day Choose from full-day or half-day, year-round, school-year, and summer programs, plus extended-day options. Our full-day program is open from 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

We offer preschool sites located in Minnetonka, Hopkins, and Golden Valley.

It’s time to register your child for preschool!

Hopkins Preschools summer & school year 2020-21.

Enroll: HopkinsSchools.org/preschool or call 952-988-4342.

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Stay & Explore with us!

Extend your child’s half-day Kaleidoscope Preschool class

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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Schedule a visit with a parent educator In your home, our office, by phone, or email!

Preschool families — get support and 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, Hilary Novacek Bundt, 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.

Wednesday, Sept. 16 Thursday., Nov. 19 Story Time & Breakfast at Harley, 9:30-10:45 a.m.

Saturday., Aug. 15 Saturday., Oct. 24 Saturday., Dec. 5

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A reservation is required: To make a reservation, please call Hilary Novacek Bundt at 952-567-8965 or email Hilary.Novacekbundt@ 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 Meet your superintendent, Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed warmly welcomes you 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 through a bold vision known as Vision 2031. 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. Learn more about Hopkins Public Schools and Vision 2031 — visit HopkinsSchools.org. You will also find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

CREATIVE THINKERS

EXPLORERS

CONFIDENT VOICES

CURIOUS MINDS

Grades K-6: Your future kindergartner will enter a school community that is committed to supporting and helping your child explore a wide range of meaningful and relevant learning experiences that will challenge and inspire. When your child graduates from Hopkins, they will have traits that will set them apart from their peers and set them up for 21st century success.

• STEM learning begins in kindergarten. Our Engineering is Elementary (EiE) curriculum introduces students to deeper STEM concepts, collaboration skills, and problem solving.

• Spanish language instruction is integrated into the curriculum for all K-6 students.

• Spanish and Chinese immersion education at Eisenhower Elementary.

• Talent Development coordinators ensure elementary students have access to rigorous educational opportunities in core subject areas.

• Digital learning enriches the classroom experience, encourages critical thinking, and puts students at the center of their learning.

• Orchestra and band begin in elementary school.

• A staff of specialists are on hand at every school including a social worker, counselor, special education teachers, and more.

• Social/emotional learning such as Yoga Calm and other self-regulation strategies create environments where students can thrive. Flexible classrooms give students agency over the physical space they need to support their learning.

Let’s connect! Discover Hopkins at our year-before-kindergarten events. Fall: Kindergarten Information Sessions, Winter: Roundup, Spring: Kindergarten Bridge, Summer: Playground Nights.

Grades 7-9: International Baccalaureate (IB) at our junior highs Hopkins Public Schools junior highs are International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools.

Each school has fully implemented the IB Middle Years Program (MYP) in grades 7-9.

The MYP provides a framework for learning that encourages students to become creative, critical, and reflective thinkers. Our students engage in science, technology, humanities, service, and the arts, not just as memorizers but as thinkers and idea generators.

Grades 10-12: Hopkins High School Hopkins High School has a school culture that affirms and accepts the identities of all people, while inspiring academic mastery along with student voice and agency.

Hopkins High School students have access to approximately 250 courses in 15 subject areas. In addition to an extensive selection of AP courses, Hopkins offers six levels of world languages.

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Hop-Kids Preschool-age Play & Learn

Super fun for your little one!

Hop-Kids: Preschool-age play & learn program is a joint partnership of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education.

Philosophy: Hop-Kids was created for preschool-age children to provide opportunities for playing and learning that are nurturing and fun. We believe children learn best through meaningful, interactive play. Our classes offer an introduction to a variety of sport fundamentals, play adventures, art, and S.T.E.M. skills taught by instructors who encourage curiosity, discovery, and problem-solving in a safe and fun environment.

Your trusted local source for enrichment activities As a program of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education, our only goal is to bring quality, affordable programs to our residents and families Enriching lives and the community is what we do best, and it shows – our participant satisfaction rates are outstanding!

Art & Special Occasion Classes Father’s Day Gift Making

Ages 1½-6 Kidcreate Studio Let your little one surprise dad with a very special handmade card. You and your child will paint, cut, and create a fisherman-themed card just for dad. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. #3040201-01: 1 session - limit 5 $19 Wednesday, June 17 9:30-10:30 am Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

Grandparent & Me Messy Time

Big Machines Art Class

Ages 3-6 Kidcreate Studio Diggers, loaders, and dump trucks ­­— there’s nothing better! We will get messy with clay as we make our own construction zone art project. Our construction zones will be complete with mounds of dirt, orange construction cones, and a toy truck to drive through the clay. Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child. #3040204-01: 1 session - limit 5 $36 Monday, Aug. 10 9:00 am-12:00 pm Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

Ages 1½-6 Kidcreate Studio We’ll get gooey with gunk, play with clay, and more! Come ready to get messy while you play right along with your grandchild. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. #3040202-01: 1 session - limit 5 $19 Monday, June 29 9:30-10:30 am Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

Peppa Pig Art Class

Ages 1½-6 Kidcreate Studio Draw, paint, snip, and glue to illustrate Peppa frolicking in a muddy puddle! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. #3040203-01: 1 session - limit 5 $19 Wednesday, July 8 9:30-10:30 am Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

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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Adventures in STEM! Science in the Kitchen

Ages 3½-6 Science Explorers Our kitchens can be amazing science labs! Come along as we enjoy fun, “hands-in” science. We’ll explore states of matter and chemical reactions through experiments that bubble, fizzle, crackle, and pop. Be sure to dress so you can get messy.

Sign up for a single class or all three. Note: Flour, cornstarch, oil, and other common kitchen ingredients may be used, but will not be consumed.

June 10-States of Matter, July 15-Kitchen Play, August 19-Physics in the Kitchen. #3040501-01: 1 session - limit 5 $24 Wednesday, June 10 1:00-3:00 pm #3040501-02: 1 session - limit 5 $24 Wednesday, July 15 1:00-3:00 pm #3040501-03: 1 session - limit 5 $24 Wednesday, Aug. 19 1:00-3:00 pm Minnetonka Community Center St. Alban’s Room, all sections

Fascinating Physics

Ages 3½-6 Science Explorers Kids use their natural curiosity to explore physics, the science of motion. We’ll investigate force, friction, gravity, simple machines and much more with engaging activities and experiments. Lego® and K’NEX® building systems will be used to enhance learning. Join us for this junior STEM class as we take our first steps into the fascinating world of physics! #3040502-01: 3 sessions - limit 5 $56 T, W, Th, May 26-28 10:00 am-12:00 pm Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

Snapology Jr. Engineering Camp

Ages 4-6 Snapology Young students build fun and simple models using DUPLO® blocks. By playing with and manipulating the models, kids experience pulleys, levers, gears, wheels, and axles while exploring energy, buoyancy, and balance! #3041103-01: 4 sessions - limit 10 $129 T, W, Th, F, Aug. 4-7 1:00-4:00 pm Glen Lake Activity Center Classroom

Sports & Activities Ninja Warrior

Rev Sports Develop agility, balance, coordination, speed and strength skills to accomplish challenges that make up the obstacle course. Obstacle concepts are similar to the TV show, but set-up in a safe, ageappropriate design. Parent-child class.

Thursdays, ages 3-5 #3220601-03: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, June 18-July 16 9:00-9:45 am #3220601-04: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, July 23-Aug. 20 9:00-9:45 am Thursdays, ages 4-6 #3220601-05: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, June 18-July 16 9:45-10:30 am #3220601-06: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, July 23-Aug. 20 9:45-10:30 am Thursdays, ages 5-7 #3220601-07: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, June 18-July 16 10:30-11:15 am #3220601-08: 5 sessions - limit 8 $55 Thursdays, July 23-Aug. 20 10:30-11:15 am Glen Lake Skate Park, 14350 Excelsior Blvd, Mtka, all sections

Amazing Athletes: Keeping Kids Active

Ages 2¾-5 Amazing Athletes Staff This course covers baseball, basketball, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and tennis. Build confidence, teamwork, and improve motor skills! #3220701-01: 5 sessions - limit 6 $59 Wednesdays, June 3-July 1 5:30-6:05 pm #3220701-02: 5 sessions - limit 6 $59 Wednesdays, June 3-July 1 6:15-6:50 pm #3220701-03: 5 sessions - limit 6 $59 Wednesdays, July 8-Aug. 5 5:30-6:05 pm #3220701-04: 5 sessions - limit 6 $59 Wednesdays, July 8-Aug. 5 6:15-6:50 pm Eisenhower Community Center Gym S, all sections

Little Swingers Golf

Ages 5-6 Glen Lake Golf Staff Discover the fundamentals of golf in a fun and casual setting. Driving, chipping and putting will be taught interactively. #3220301-01: 4 sessions - limit 6 $39 Tuesdays, June 9-June 30 11:00 am-12:00 pm #3220301-02: 4 sessions - limit 6 $39 Tuesdays, July 21-Aug. 11 11:00 am-12:00 pm Glen Lake Golf Course Classroom, all sections

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Resources & Support Try a free ECFE class Want to experience an ECFE class before you sign up? You are welcome to try a free class!

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!

New baby?

Get your free Welcome Packet

To schedule your complimentary class visit, please call Hilary at 952-567-8965 or send an email to: Hilary.Novacekbundt@HopkinsSchools.org.

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.

To receive your Welcome Packet, please call Hilary at 952-567-8965 or email Hilary.Novacekbundt@HopkinsSchools.org.

Engage with Hopkins Early Childhood Like us on Facebook at Hopkins Early Childhood Sign up for our Early Childhood monthly e-news at HopkinsSchools.org/early

Connect with your District!

See what's happening in our schools!

Hopkins Public Schools @Hopkins270 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.

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)

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

HopkinsEducationFoundation.org.

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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-1:00 pm Register for dates.

For more information and to register, please call Hilary Novacek Bundt at 952-567-8965, or email Hilary.Novacekbundt@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. Please check website for updates or changes.

DADDY & ME Watch for dates in spring & summer 2020

Free fun reading event at your local police station Dads, grandpas, uncles, and friends with children newborn to 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 summer & fall classes! Registration is open now!

Family Fun Events The Bug Show

Vehicle Fair with The Teddy Bear Band!

Wednesday, Oct. 23 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Friday, September 4 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Learn about insects and related arthropods (spiders, scorpions, millipedes, etc.) in this hands-on program. Live critters, close-up images, and fun props give the audience a unique opportunity to learn about these often misunderstood creatures in a close-up, yet safe and interactive manner.

For families with children ages 0-8.

Come see the Teddy Bear Band at this year’s Vehicle Fair! Explore a police car, fire truck, frontend loader, and more. Enjoy facepainting and fun activities.

For families with children ages 0-5.

Free event! HopkinsSchools.org/vehicle Harley Hopkins Family Center 125 Monroe Ave S, Hopkins

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

Young People’s Concert

STEAM Make & Take Parent Workshop

Thursday, October 22 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Presented by the Hopkins High School Orchestra

Thursday, Nov. 12 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Discover STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) and what this looks like in early childhood. We’ll explore activities — mostly non messy — to encourage STEAM learning at home!

Parent-only class. For families with children ages 0-8.

Experience an instrument petting zoo and other fun activities at this concert with music curated for kids! Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal!

Hopkins High School 2400 Lindbergh Dr, Minnetonka

Young learners will develop creativity, confidence, and strong social relationships through play-based exploration of academic concepts built around their interests.

Enroll in our Spanish immersion preschool option at Eisenhower this fall. Se les anima a los estudiantes que hablan español a aplicar.

Register now: HopkinsSchools.org/preschool

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

Nonprofit org.

U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 161 Hopkins, MN 55343 1001 Highway 7, Room 170 Hopkins, MN 55305 Hopkins Public Schools ISD 270

We are excited to support your child’s journey into 2020-21 preschool at Hopkins. Your child will discover an inclusive, student-centered community where empathy, collaboration, and kindness are encouraged.

Building a great place to live

New: Spanish Immersion Preschool

Hopkins Community Education

It’s 2020-21 preschool registration time!

#742-EF: $15/person, $25/household See page 8 for details.