District 742 Early Childhood Family Education Catalog
Contents
Early Childhood Education Staff
KATE FLYNN
Director
320-370-8522
kate.flynn@isd742.org
BECKY CASH
Outreach Specialist
320-370-8250
rebecca.cash@isd742.org
BRITTANY SHAW Office Coordinator
320-370-8260
brittany.shaw@isd742.org
ST. CLOUD AREA SCHOOL
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Quarryview Education Center
800 7th Street South Waite Park, MN 56387
District 742 School Board Members
Al Dahlgren
Shannon Haws
Scott Andreasen
Monica Segura-Schwartz
Natalie Copeland
Heather Weems
Zachary Dorholt
Greetings and Welcome
to District 742’s Early Childhood Education Program.
On behalf of the entire Early Childhood Programs team, I’m excited to connect with you! Whether your child is joining our preschool program or participating in our ECFE classes, we’re thrilled to have you as part of our learning community. We offer Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes for parents/caregivers and children birth through prekindergarten, as well as Preschool classes for 3 and 4 year-olds.
We have a wide variety of Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes. Our ECFE program is designed to be a nurturing and supportive environment for both you and your young child. We believe that the most important teachers in a child’s life are their parents and caregivers. Our program aims to empower you with the knowledge and tools to foster your child’s social, emotional, and intellectual development. This catalog contains information and registration forms for our 2024-25 ECFE classes. I am sure we have a class offering you will be interested in. We have in-person classes for parents/caregivers and their children that are taught by our certified parent educators, however if you cannot make it in-person then check out our new virtual classes. You can register for any ECFE class online or call our school office at 320-370-8250.
We also offer preschool classes for 3 and 4-year-old children beginning Fall of 2024 and registration is happening now. Our 3-year-old preschool classes are held at Quarryview Education Center, Clearview and Kennedy, and our 4-year-old preschool classes are held at our elementary school sites. For more information on preschool or to register please refer to this catalog or contact our office at 320-370-8250.
Finally, we will be holding a variety of FREE family events throughout the year such as our Fall Festival, Spring Fling and our Run and Read where children ages birth to 5 have fun, learn and receive a free book! The schedule for these events can be found in our catalog or on our Facebook page.
I look forward to seeing you and your family at a class or at one of our family events!
With Warm Regards,
Kate Flynn Director of Early Childhood Education
Quarryview Education Center, Waite Park, MN
Classes At-A-Glance
ECFE Parent-Child Classes Fall 2024 (Child’s age: as of September 1st, 2024)
MONDAY
9:00 -11:00 am Toddlers: 12-24 mo
9:00-11:00 am 2’s: 24-36 mo
9:00-11:00 am Family Time 0-5 yrs
12:00-1:30 pm Infants: 0-12 mo
12:00-1:30 pm 2’s & 3’s: 24-48 mo
4:00-5:30 pm
ECFE Open Gym 0-5 yrs ($3) (Sign up each time)
5:30-7:00 pm Infants: 0-12 mo
5 :30-7:00 pm 2’s & 3’s: 24-48 mo
5:30-7:00 pm Family Time 0-5 yrs
TUESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:30-2:00 pm Family Literacy
WEDNESDAY
9:00 -11:00 am Toddlers: 18-24 mo
9:00-11:00 am 2’s: 24-36mo
9:00-11:00 am Family Time 0-5 yrs
9:00-11:00 pm Family Time 2-5 yrs
9:00-11:00 am Art, Music, Science 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s
12:00-1:00 pm ECFE Open Gym 0-5 yrs ($3) (Sign up each time)
12:00-1:30 pm Way To Grow
3:30-5:00 pm 742 Teachers 0-5 yrs
12:00-2:00 pm Family Time 0-5yrs
12:00-1:30 pm
Explore, Play, Learn 3’s, 4’s & 5’s
12:00-1:00 pm Circle of Security Parenting (virtual) 1/8-2/26
4 WAYS TO REGISTER!
1. QR code
2. Call (320) 370-8250
3. Mail the registration form (p.9)
4. In-person at Quarryview Education Center
10:00-11:30 am Infants 0-4 mo (Sept-Nov) 0-7 mo (Dec-Feb)
8:30-2:00 pm Family Literacy
9:00-11:00 am Family Time 0-5 yrs
9:00-11:00 am Way To Grow
12:30 – 2:00 pm Baby Talk: 0-4 mo (FREE, NO registration, different topic each week)
12:00-1:45 pm
Parenting Across Cultures 0-5 yrs (with Spanish interpreter)
2:00-3:30 pm
Explore, Play, Learn 3’s, & 4’s & 5’s
9:00-11:00 am Toddlers: 12-24 mo
5:30-7:00 pm Toddlers: 12-24mo
6:00-7:00 pm
Circle of Security Parenting (virtual) 10/10-12/12
5:30-7:00 pm Family Time 0-5 yrs
9:00-11:00 am
Family Time 0-5 yrs
9:00-11:00 am
Art, Music, Science 3’s, 4’s & 5’s
12:00-2:00 pm
ECFE Open Gym 0-5 yrs ($3) (Sign up each time)
12:00-1:45 pm
Parenting Across Cultures 0-5 yrs (with Somali interpreter)
Fall Infants • Toddlers
ECFE Baby Talk
For parents and newborns to 16 weeks. Classes include time with educators who are knowledgeable about newborns, and time with other parents of newborns. Drop in each week or come when it works for you. No need to register just come when you can and be supported in this role of parenting a newborn. Some of the topics covered will be, Adjusting to parenthood, Baby care / caring time, Sleep, Postpartum self-care, Play, Cognitive and Social & Emotional Development, Motor & Language Development, Family Changes, and always time to talk about whatever the needs are at the moment.
course # day date time
ECFE0905F Th Sep 5 12-2 PM
ECFE0912F Th Sep 12 12-2 PM
ECFE0919F Th Sep 19 12-2 PM
ECFE0926F Th Sep 26 12-2 PM
ECFE1010F Th Oct 10 12-2 PM
ECFE1024F Th Oct 24 12-2 PM
ECFE1031F Th Oct 31 12-2 PM
ECFE1107F Th Nov 7 12-2 PM
ECFE1114F Th Nov 14 12-2 PM
ECFE1121F Th Nov 21 12-2 PM
ECFE1205F Th Dec 5 12-2 PM
ECFE1212F Th Dec 12 12-2 PM
ECFE1219F Th Dec 19 12-2 PM
ECFE0102F Th Jan 2 12-2 PM
ECFE0109F Th Jan 9 12-2 PM
ECFE0116F Th Jan 16 12-2 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-158 Motor Room
1 Session • FREE
Parents & Infants
First smiles, first belly laughs, first steps. Parents have the opportunity to observe, discover, and discuss their child’s development - the joys and challenges.
For Parents & Infants (Birth - 4 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE- 420F Th Sep 5-Oct 24 10-11:30 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
6 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Oct 3 & 17
For Parents & Infants (Birth - 12 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE-101F M Sep 9-Jan 13 12-1:30 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 & 30
ECFE-102F M Sep 9-Jan 13 5:30-7 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 & 30
Parents & Toddlers
Classes include parent-child playtime, time for parents to observe their young children playing in an early childhood learning center, and time to discuss parenting concerns with other parents and a teacher. Child guidance and parent support are provided by teachers licensed in early childhood and parent education.
For Parents & Infants (12-24 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE-421F Th Sep 5-Jan 16 5:30-7 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
16 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Oct 3, 17, Nov 28 & Dec 26
ECFE-517F F Sep 6-Jan 17 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Oct 18, Nov 29 & Dec 27
ECFE-100F M Sep 9-Jan 13 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 & Dec 30
For Parents & Infants (18-24 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE-319F W Sep 4-Jan 15 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-123
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
TO REGISTER, USE FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
NOTE: Dates subject to change.
Fall Twos & Threes • Fours
• Fives
Classes include parent-child playtime, time for parents to observe their children playing in an early childhood center, and time to discuss parenting concerns with other parents and a teacher.
Parents & Twos
Child guidance and parent support are provided by teachers licensed in early childhood and parent education.
For Parents & Twos (24-36 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE-336F W Sep 4-Jan 15 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
ECFE-105F M Sep 9-Jan 13 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 and 30
Parents
& Twos & Threes (2448 Months)
course # day date time
ECFE-103F M Sep 9-Jan 13 12-1:30 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 & 30
ECFE-107F M Sep 9-Jan 13 5:30-7 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Dec 23 and 30
4 WAYS TO REGISTER!
1. QR code
2. Call (320) 370-8250
3. Mail the registration form (p.9)
Threes & Fours & Fives
Child guidance and parent support are provided by teachers licensed in early childhood and parent education. These classes will separate to a parent education room for parent discussion.
Fall Art, Music & Science for 3s, 4s & 5s
For parents and children 3 years to kindergarten entry age.
course # day date time
ECFE- 302F W Sep 4-Jan 15 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-139
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
ECFE- 502F F Sep 6-Jan 17 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-139
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Oct 18, Nov 29 & Dec 27
NOTE: Dates subject to change.
4. In-person at Quarryview Education Center
Fall Explore, Play, Learn for 3s, 4s & 5s
For parents and children 3 years to kindergarten entry age.
course # day date time
ECFE- 338F W Sep 4-Jan 15 12-1:30 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
ECFE- 456F Th Sep 5-Jan 16 2-3:30 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
16 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Oct 3, 17, Nov 28 & Dec 26
Early Childhood Screening (for 3-4 year olds)
Minnesota law requires that all children must have a health and developmental screening before entering kindergarten in a public school.
Early Childhood Screening is a free check of how your child is growing, developing and learning. The screening includes a developmental assessment, vision and hearing testing, height and weight measurement and an immunization and health history review.
The purpose of this FREE screening is to identify children who may need additional time and experiences to be ready for school. The sooner we get started, the more likely your child will begin school with the necessary skills to succeed.
TO SCHEDULE A SCREENING APPOINTMENT: call: 320-370-8250 online: isd742.ce.eleyo.com
Fall Mixed Ages
Family Time
Super Saturdays For Dads and Children
Fun activities, parent-child playtime, snack for kids and optional parent discussion time for dads. Grandpas, uncles and friends are also welcome to bring children. Super Saturdays are held from 9:30-11:30 AM.
course # date
ECFE- 800F Sep 28
ECFE- 801F Oct 12
ECFE- 802F Oct 26
ECFE- 803F Nov 9
ECFE- 804F Nov 23
ECFE- 805F Dec 7
Quarryview Education Center-1-159 Gym, 1-158 Motor Room, 1-126
1 Session • $5 per family
Parenting Across Cultures
For parents and children birth to kindergarten entry. Classes include parent-child playtime, time for parents to observe their young children playing in an early childhood learning center, and time to discuss parenting concerns with other parents and a teacher. Child guidance and parent support are provided by teachers licensed in early childhood and parent education.
course # day date time
ECFE-330F W Sep 4-Jan 15 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
ECFE-335F W Sep 4-Jan 15 12-2 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1
ECFE-436F Th Sep 5-Jan 16 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
16 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Oct 3, 17, Nov 28 & Dec 26
ECFE-453F Th Sep 5-Jan 16 5:30-7 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
16 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Oct 3, 17, Nov 28 & Dec 26
course # day date time
ECFE-560F F Sep 6-Jan 17 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Oct 18, Nov 29 & Dec 27
ECFE-178F M Sep 9-Jan 13 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Dec 23 & 30
ECFE-179F M Sep 9-Jan 13 5:30-7 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
No Class Dec 23 & 30
ECFE-253F Tu Sep 10-Jan 14 9-11 AM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
17 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Dec 24 & 31
For parents and children birth to 5 years. This group will discuss how our culture influences our parenting and our families. It is an opportunity for co-learning between families and teachers by sharing experiences. A Spanish Interpreter will be provided in the Thursday classes and a Somali Interpreter will be provided in the Friday classes.
ECFE-401F Th Sep 5-Jan 16 12-1:30 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-126
16 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
ECFE-501F F Sep 6-Jan 10 12-2 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-129
14 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9 No Class Oct 3, 17, Nov 28 & Dec 26 No Class Oct 18, Nov 29 & Dec 27
Fall Special Opportunities
Family Literacy
For parents and children 1 year to kindergarten entry. Family Literacy meets 2 days a week for 5 ½ hours each day.
The program includes:
• parent-child playtime
• parents observe their children playing in an early childhood center
• parent education discussions with other parents and a teacher.
• Adult Basic Education classes
• children participate in early learning experiences with an early childhood teacher
• lunch is provided for parents and children
To register call Florence at 320-370-8285 or email Florence.orionzi@isd742.org
course # day
ECFE 600 Tue/Th Sept. 10- May 29 8:30am-2:00pm
Do We Have Everyone?
Please be sure your baby, toddler or preschooler is registered on the ISD 742 family information list. Accurate and up-to-date family information enables us to provide you with current information regarding educational services offered by our district:
• Early Childhood Screening • Preschool Classes
• Kindergarten Registration • Early Intervention Services
• Parent-Child Programs
YOU CAN HELP! If you have moved to or within St. Cloud Area School District 742, changed your phone number or had a new baby please update your family information.
TO REQUEST A FAMILY INFORMATION FORM: call: 320-370-8250 online: www.isd742.org/earlychildhood
Special Opportunities classes fill quickly. You will receive a call to confirm your registration.
ECFE for Teachers
For teachers and their children birth to kindergarten entry
• Designed especially for teachers
• Parent-Child playtime in an early learning environment
• Observation and children’s play guided by an early childhood educator
• Circle time songs and stories
• Parent discussion with a licensed parent educator
To register call 320-370-8289 or email Jeanine.schroeder@isd742.org
day date time
Tu Sept 10 – Jan 14 3:30-5:00
No Class Dec 24 & 30
Tu Jan 21-May 27 3:30-5:00
No Class Mar 4
Way To Grow
For parents and children birth to 5
Way To Grow is a free ECFE program for families with classes that offer more flexibility.
• Registration is through a personal contact with a teacher and the class continues for the full school year.
• Families may join at any time.
• Regular attendance is not required.
• Classes have a more flexible schedule to meet the needs of the group.
• General Parenting topics are covered, like eating, sleeping, diapering/toileting, behavior, care of parent, and community resources.
For more information call 320-370-8282.
Fall Virtual • Open Gym
Open Gym
Can’t make it to a weekly ECFE class? Are you looking for extra time in our Early Childhood spaces? Open Gym offers a time for movement and fun.
Parents and children birth to 5 (not yet in kindergarten) can come and play together in the gym and/or motor room, or in an ECFE classroom. ECFE staff are there to answer questions and provide a safe place to play. This is different than a class with a separate parent education and children education time. It’s a great way to learn more about ECFE classes and other Early Childhood resources at Quarryview Education Center. Join us for Open Gym with your children for active play in our gym and motor room!
ECFE Open Gym Mondays
course # day date time
ECFE1720909 M Sep 9 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1720916 M Sep 16 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1720923 M Sep 23 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1720930 M Sep 30 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721007 M Oct 7 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721014 M Oct 14 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721021 M Oct 21 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721028 M Oct 28 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721104 M Nov 4 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721118 M Nov 18 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721111 M Nov 11 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721125 M Nov 25 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721202 M Dec 2 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721209 M Dec 9 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1721216 M Dec 16 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1720106 M Jan 6 4-5:30 PM
ECFE1720113 M Jan 13 4-5:30 PM
ECFE Open Gym
Wednesdays
course # day date time
ECFE1720904 W Sep 4 12-1 PM
ECFE1720911 W Sep 11 12-1 PM
ECFE1720918 W Sep 18 12-1 PM
ECFE1720925 W Sep 25 12-1 PM
ECFE1721002 W Oct 2 12-1 PM
ECFE1721009 W Oct 9 12-1 PM
ECFE1721016 W Oct 16 12-1 PM
ECFE1721023 W Oct 23 12-1 PM
ECFE1721030 W Oct 30 12-1 PM
ECFE1721106 W Nov 6 12-1 PM
ECFE1721113 W Nov 13 12-1 PM
ECFE1721120 W Nov 20 12-1 PM
ECFE1721204 W Dec 4 12-1 PM
ECFE1721211 W Dec 11 12-1 PM
ECFE1721218 W Dec 18 12-1 PM
ECFE1720108 W Jan 8 12-1 PM
ECFE Open Gym Fridays
course # day date time
ECFE1720906 F Sep 6 12-2 PM
ECFE1720913 F Sep 13 12-2 PM
ECFE1720927 F Sep 27 12-2 PM
ECFE1721004 F Oct 4 12-2 PM
ECFE1721011 F Oct 11 12-2 PM
ECFE1721025 F Oct 25 12-2 PM
ECFE1721101 F Nov 1 12-2 PM
ECFE1721115 F Nov 15 12-2 PM
ECFE1721122 F Nov 22 12-2 PM
ECFE1721206 F Dec 6 12-2 PM
ECFE1721213 F Dec 13 12-2 PM
ECFE1721220 F Dec 20 12-2 PM
ECFE1720110 F Jan 10 12-2 PM
ECFE1720115 W Jan 15 12-1 PM
Quarryview Education Center-1-159 Gym, 1-158 Motor Room 1 Session • $3 per family
Circle Of Security-Virtual
For primary caregivers of children ages birth through age eight. Circle of Security Parenting™
At times, all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Program:
• Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
• Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
• Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
• Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
course # day date time
ECFE- 450F Th Oct 10-Dec 12 6-7 PM Online Google Meet No Class Oct 17 and Nov 28
ECFE- 300F W Jan 8-Feb 26 12-1 PM Online Google Meet
8 Sessions • FEE SCALE ON PAGE 9
ECFE Class Registration
One of the primary goals in ECFE is to build relationships, particularly one on one parent and child. In order for this to happen, and out of respect for ALL families, please make other arrangements for infant siblings over 4 months of age in classes. We know this may be difficult, therefore we offer several classes for multiple children. Thank you for your understanding. *Birth to 5 classes include children who are 5 years old, but not in Kindergarten.
To Register for ECFE Classes, Use the Form Below or Online at
• Use the fee scales to determine the cost for classes. Scholarships are available. Please call 320-370-8250 for more information.
• Full payment for the class must accompany registration.
• Second child from the same family in any class is 50% off.
Fee Scale for ECFE Classes
$10,000-$24,999
2024 Registration Form
Parent’s Name(s)
Address
E-mail Address
Child’s Name Birthdate
Child’s Name Birthdate
Child’s Name Birthdate
ECFE Classes
Class# Name of Class Fee
Class#
Class#
Please give us the name and phone number of a person we can contact in case of an emergency while you and your child are at ECFE. Name ________________________________ Phone _________________________
Please list any allergies or health concerns for you and your child. _________________________
Is there any other information you would like us to know?
How did you hear about our classes? _______
Special Opportunity Classes (Classes fill quickly. You will receive a phone call to confirm your registration.)
m Family Literacy m ECFE for Teachers m Way to Grow
m Check Enclosed (payable to District 742)
Please charge my: m Visa m Master Card m Discover Name on Card Number
Signature Exp Date
Mail to: District 742 ECFE, 800 7th Street South, Waite Park, MN 56387 Office Use Only:
Preschool
District 742 Preschool Classes 2024-2025
District 742 Preschool classes are available to children of all ability levels and are staffed by licensed preschool teachers and paraeducators. Children must be 3 or 4 years of age by September 1, 2024 to participate. All classes begin Fall 2024 and follow the school district calendar. Bus transportation is available within designated boundaries to all preschool locations for a fee. District 742 preschool is a “Parent Aware” 4 Star Rated Program.
Voluntary Pre-K is available to children who are 4-years-old by September 1, 2024 and living within the boundaries of Discovery, Talahi, Oak Hill, Lincoln and Madison schools. There is no fee for Voluntary Pre-K and busing is free.
Cost per month:
$150.00 for 2 half days/week
$180.00 for 3 half days/week
$240.00 for 4 half days/week
Financial assistance is available.
Call 320-370-8250 to apply or for additional information.
