We invite you to join our District 196 ECFE family as we share and learn together this summer. In addition to our classes, we offer one-time weekly events for parents and children to enjoy together. Supporting early childhood development and parenting is our passion. We believe everyone deserves guidance through their parenting journey.
Babies: Birth Through 11 Months
Parents with Babies Only
Non-Separating
Babies sure bring change to every family! Join other parents of infants and learn how to make the adjustment to 'being a family'. This will be a relaxing and informative class. You can ask your questions, and we will share ideas with you about building a solid base for your family. We will also have time to sing songs and play some games.
Tue | Jul 9, 16, 23, 30 | 8:30-10:00 a.m. | FREE* | 103-216A
Tue | Jul 9, 16, 23, 30 | 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | FREE* | 103-216B
Tue | Jul 9, 16, 23, 30 | 5:30-7:00 p.m. | FREE* | 103-216C
*Baby classes are free to District 196 families. Out-of-district families pay the Summer Fee.
Parents and Ones: 12 Through 24 Months
Non-Separating, Siblings Welcome
Looking for a fun class with your one-year-old? Join other parents and toddlers for a summer morning class. Toddlers love to take off and explore if their parents are close by. Parent discussion will take place in the children’s room, where toddlers can check in with their parents if they need to. Please register ALL children, including siblings, who will be attending class.
Wed | Jul 10, 17, 24, 31 | 8:30-10:00 a.m. | Summer Fee | 220-216A
Wed | Jul 10, 17, 24, 31 | 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Summer Fee | 220-216B
Parenting Ones and Twos: 15 Through 30 Months
Non-Separating, Siblings Welcome
Ones and Twos are growing at high speed and love to explore everything in their world. Developing limits as they set out to try everything in sight can be challenging. Make a date with your toddler to learn and play together. You will meet other parents and learn and share about this incredible stage in your children’s development together. Please register ALL children, including siblings, who will be attending class.
Wed | Jul 10, 17, 24, 31 | 5:30-7:00 p.m. | Summer Fee | 230-216
Parents and Twos: 24 Through 35 Months
Separating, Siblings Welcome
Twos are growing at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Make a date with your two-year-old and learn delightful ways to enjoy time together. You will value a parent group where you can learn about and share this super stage in your child’s development. Please register ALL children, including siblings, who will be attending class.
Thu | Jul 11, 18, 25; Aug 1 | 8:30-10:00 a.m. | Summer Fee | 255-116A
Thu | Jul 11, 18, 25; Aug 1 | 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Summer Fee | 255-116B
A Little Bit of Everything
Parents with Children Ages Birth-7 Years
Separating
This class will be built by participants and designed around the group’s interest and children’s needs. Parenting can feel isolating sometimes, so join us as we address both common and unique questions about being a parent. The early childhood room is designed for children to play, explore and try out new skills.
Wed | Jul 10, 17, 24, 31 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Summer Fee | 704-116
Family Playtimes
Pop in to play with your little ones and our ECFE staff. Dress up for dramatic play. Explore the wonders of math, science and senses while you squish, squeeze and create with play dough. Dump, pour, mash and mix in the sensory table. Become a little artist at the easel. Run, jump, climb and learn through movement in our gym. Expand language skills at story and circle time. Dress for indoor and outdoor play. Register weekly at https://ce.district196.org/early-childhood/early-childhood-family-education
Ages Birth-7 Years
Tue | Jul 9, 16, 23, 30 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | $5 per child
Dakota Valley Learning Center Room 116 and Backyard
Ages Birth-Prekindergarten
Wed | Jul 10, 17, 24, 31 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | $5 per child
Dakota Valley Learning Center Room 116 and Backyard
Lottery deadline for District 196 residents is May 7, 2024.
Classes begin July 9, 2024.
Class fees are based on your family annual income and are determined by a sliding fee scale.
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