South Washington County Schools Community Education

Just Grandma/Grandpa and Me Non-Separating Classes This class provides a great opportunity for grandparents and grandchildren to interact with fun learning activities planned by an early childhood teacher. Grandparents will also gain ideas for take home play and an opportunity to meet other grandparents in the community. Children can build lasting memories of the fun spent with grandma and/or grandpa during their earliest school experience. CP701-1; Birth-5 years; 8:30-10 am Mondays at Central Park

Birth to Five Separating Classes Multi-age classes bring children between the ages of birth-5 years together in a class to learn and play. This class provides the opportunity for siblings to attend the same class together. A range of parenting topics and activities especially designed for all levels of learning can be expected. VC508-1; Birth-5 years: 10 am -12 pm Mondays at Valley Crossing ElementaryCP504-1; Birth-5 years: 3-4:30 pm Mondays at Central ParkDP505-1E; Birth-5 years; 5:30-7 pm Mondays at District Program CenterCP503-2E; Birth-5 years; 6-7:30 pm Tuesdays at Central ParkCP501-3; Birth-5 years; 9-11 am Wednesdays at Central Park (Fall Semester only)VC510-4; Birth-5 years; 9:15-10:45 am Thursdays at Valley Crossing ElementaryNP513-4E; Birth-5 years; 5:45-7:45 pm Thursdays at Newport ElementaryCP502-5; Birth-5 years; 11 am - 12:30 pm Fridays at Central Park

Toddlers and Twos Separating & Non-SeparatingToddlers and young twos are on the move and gaining independence as they explore the world around them. Parent education includes information about temperament, gaining cooperation, toilet learning, and other topics related to this stage of development.DP108-1E; 12-30 mos; 5:30-7 pm; Mondays at District Program CenterCP106-6; 16-30 mos; 9-10:30 am; Wed/Fri at Central Park - 2-day Parent EducationCP107-4E; 12-30 mos; 5:30-7 pm; Thursdays at Central Park (This class is non-separating)CP705-S; 12-30 mos; 10-11:30 am; Saturdays at Central Park (This class is non-separating)

STEM  Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Separating Classes  Young children are naturally curious. They wonder what things are called, how they work, and why things happen. The foundations of scientific learning lie in inquiry and exploration - these are tools of active learning. Our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) class will provide fun hands on activities that foster children's sense of curiosity about the natural world around them. Parents will discuss how we can guide and support children's wonder about the world and identify opportunities for children to acquire foundational STEM skills that are in all areas of learning later on.CP704-2E; 3-5 years; 6-7:30 pm; Tuesdays at Central Park

ECFE 2.0 for Veteran ECFE Parents  Separating ClassIf you are a veteran ECFE parent, this class may be for you. This class will continue to provide the support that ECFE offers, but the discussions will be centered on information that goes beyond the traditional and generated by the group.VC509-2; Birth-5 years; 9:15-11:15 am Tuesdays at Valley Crossing Elementary

Music & MovementMovement is crucial to young children's development.  This class provides a time for parents to participate in movement activities with their children, learning about the connection of movement to young children's foundational learning and gain fun ideas for supporting your child's active learning and physical health.DP708-3E; Birth - 5 years; 6-7:30 pm Wednesdays at District Program CenterCP702-4; 1 - 5 years; 8:30-10:30 am Thursdays at Central Park (Fall semester only)

Young Parents DP507-4E; Birth-5yrs: 5:30-7:30 pm 2nd Thursday of the month at the District Program Center(September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, April 9, May 14) A FREE parent and child class for parents in their teens and early twenties. The evening will start with a family dinner provided by Parent Advisory Council. You will enjoy activities with your child and participate in parent discussion on joys and challenges of parenting, child development, managing time, relationships, and finding helpful resources. For more information, please call 458-6636.

Join us for an hour of sensory play! Non-Separating:  The class will provide you with fun sensory activities to explore in class with your child and ideas for sensory fun at home during the cold winter months. You will also be provided with information related to your child’s development and the importance of sensory play. Activities provided will be appropriate for children from birth to 5 years of age.DP709-4; Birth to 5 yrs; 12:15-1:15 pm Thursdays at the District Program Center

Families with Multiples  Separating ClassAre you the parents of twins, triplets, or more? Imagine a place your children can sing, play, make messes, and meet new friends...with extra hands to help you! Now imagine time for you to sit down, relax, and discuss the unique challenges you face as parents of multiples.DP506-4E; Birth-5 years: 6-7:30 pm Thursdays at District Program Center

ECFE On-Line: Raising Kids to Thrive in a Connected WorldAges: For Families with Children 4 to 8 Years of AgeCourse #: DP810-4EDuring this online class for families with children preschool through 8 years of age, information from Jordan Shapiro's book "The New Childhood - Raising Kids to Thrive in a Connected World," will be presented and discussed. The book provides a hopeful counterpoint to the fearful hand-wringing that has come to define our narrative around children and technology. We will discuss the tools and techniques Shapiro offers for using technology to engage with kids and help them learn and grow.Class FormatWeek 1 – October 8 – 6:00-7:30 pm on site at the District Program Center, Room 124 – parent/child activities, meet other participants and discuss how to access online course.Week 2 – October 15 – 45 minute online discussion 8:30-9:15 pmWeek 3 – October 22 – 45 minute online discussion 8:30-9:15 pmWeek 4 – October 29 – 45 minute online discussion 8:30-9:15 pmWeek 5 – November 12 - 45 minute online discussion 8:30-9:15 pmWeek 6 – November 19 - 6:00-7:30 pm on site at the District Program Center – last class with parent/child activities