Community interest classes in the areas of 'Fitness', 'Feel Great', 'Cook', 'Create', 'Gain Skills', 'Raise Great Kids', 'Manage Your Money', and Ed2Go - online learning available 24/7.
Swimming lessons, open swim, lap swim, certifications and safety, water exercise, lifeguard training, pool rentals, diving lessons, events and more.
On-site parent/child classes from birth-5 as well as home based services and support.
Early Childhood screening is a free and simple check of how your child is growing, developing and learning. Please bring a copy of your child's birth certificate and immunization record to the screening appointment or email to: screening@sowashco.org
High quality care programs before and after school, full day during release days and throughout the summer for students grades K-5.
Located in most elementary schools and the District Program Center. Educational classes for ages 3-4 in math, language, literacy, music, art and science.
We offer classes after school, in evenings and on non-school days for students ages 3-18 in a variety of subject areas, as well as sports and recreation offerings.
Create classes for Adults - Paint Your Pet
Card playing
Create classes for Youth
We offer classes for girls and boys ages 18 months -18 years old. It is our goal to teach in a positive, fun and safe environment.
Music, Theater and more
Located in most elementary schools, Central Park, and the District Program Center (DPC). Educational classes for ages 3-5 in math, language, literacy, music, art and science. Tuition based on a sliding fee scale.
SoWashCo Online offers part or full-time online learning experience for students in grades 9-12.
To see all available appointments, click "starting soon".
Join us at Early Childhood Screening as soon as your child turns 3! Screening is recommended at 3 years old and is a free, quick, and simple check of how your child is growing and developing.
What if my child has already been screened? If your child has been screened in another district, please send the screening summary one of these ways:
Email: screening@sowashco.org
or mail to:
Early Childhood Screening
District Program Center 8400 E. Point Douglas Rd. S. Cottage Grove, MN 55016
or fax: 651-425-2720
What information is gathered at screening? During screening a trained professional will check:
Screening in early childhood supports children's learning and promotes health and development. Screening may link families to free early learning opportunities and resources such as Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), preschool programs, Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), Early Learning Scholarships, home visiting programs, or other resources. For more information regarding Early Childhood Screening, please visit the Minnesota Department of Education: https://education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/elsprog/screen/
MDE screening video http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/Video/?group=Comm...
Where is screening held? Early Childhood Screening appointments are held at the District Program Center located at: 8400 East Point Douglas Rd. South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016.
For additional information or assistance with scheduling an appointment, call our Early Learning office at 651-425-7160 or 651-425-7181 or email screening@sowashco.org.
Written notice: Eye exam and declining questions
"Early childhood developmental screening helps a school district identify children who may benefit from district and community resources available to help in their development. Early childhood developmental screening includes a vision screening that helps detect potential eye problems but is not a substitute for a comprehensive eye exam."
"The parent or guardian may decline to answer questions or provide information about family circumstances that might affect development and identification of risk factors that may influence learning."
"Declining to answer questions or provide information does not prevent the child from being enrolled in kindergarten or first grade if all other screening components are met."
