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<p><strong>Early childhood screening appointments will be released monthly during the school year (September-May). If you would like an email reminder to be notified when new dates become available, please email the screening office at <a href="mailto:kate.vanhorne@minnetonkaschools.org">kate.vanhorne@minnetonkaschools.org</a>.</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Note: Although Early Childhood Screening is required within 30 days of entrance into kindergarten/Kindergarten Ready Start in Minnesota’s public schools, screening is not a kindergarten entrance test. </strong></em></p>
<p>Early Childhood Screening is required by the State of Minnesota for all preschool-aged children (ages three to five), before entering public school. It is a free and simple check on how your child is growing and developing, and is structured to include fun games that will assess multiple areas of your child’s health and development, including:</p>
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<li>Health and immunization history</li>
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<li>Fine and gross motor ability</li>
<li>Cognitive development</li>
<li>Speech, language and articulation</li>
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<p>Screening supports your child’s readiness for kindergarten and promotes positive developmental outcomes. Screening may also lead to referrals for early learning opportunities. </p>
<p>For more information, view the Minnesota Statute <a href="https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/121a.17">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>IMPORTANT ONLINE REGISTRATION NOTES:</strong></p>
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<li><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Select "Enroll,"</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Click the shopping basket to select "Check Out for $0."</span></li>
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<strong>When online registration is successful, you will receive a confirmation email</strong> with the appointment date and time a few minutes after registering. Your registration is not complete if you do not receive a confirmation email. <em>I</em><em>f you need assistance, please call Kate Van Horne at (952) 401-6840.</em>
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<li>Feeling sick? Please visit: <strong><a href="https://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/programs/health/health-and-safety-guidelines">Minnetonka Public Schools Health and Safety Guidelines</a> </strong>to determine if you should stay home and reschedule your appointment.</li>
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<p><strong>Minnetonka Early Childhood Screening takes place at: </strong><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/QTU1bg1NkMbbnvcX9">18707 Old Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345</a></p>
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</ul>Preparing for the Transition to Kindergartenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10814/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/preparing-for-the-transition-to-kindergarten—12024-03-13T12:00:00-05:00<p>Going to kindergarten is a milestone event for every child and family. You and your child may have a variety of emotions, including excitement, anticipation, and worry about the unknown. The good news is parents and caregivers can help prepare their child for the transition to kindergarten. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for strengthening your child’s skills, developing routines and strategies for a successful start to school.</p>Preparing for the Transition to Kindergartenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10314/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/preparing-for-the-transition-to-kindergarten2024-03-12T12:00:00-05:00<p>Going to kindergarten is a milestone event for every child and family. You and your child may have a variety of emotions, including excitement, anticipation, and worry about the unknown. The good news is parents and caregivers can help prepare their child for the transition to kindergarten. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for strengthening your child’s skills, developing routines and strategies for a successful start to school.</p>Rise & Shinehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10304/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/rise-shine2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 1-4 years | separating</strong></p><p>A Saturday morning learning adventure! Enjoy time playing and learning together through activities designed for you and your child. Boost your parenting skills through parent discussion while children interact with their peers and teachers. Your student will enjoy snack and play in the gym during separation. Register for Rise & Shine on it's own or add on Stay & Play to enjoy the MCEC gym for an additional 30 minutes after class!</p>Grandparent(s) & Mehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10312/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/grandparent-s-me2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 1-4 years | separating</strong></p><p>Whether it is occasional, weekly or daily, many families rely on grandparents to assist with caring for their children. The grandparent as caregiver relationship can be extremely fulfilling while also complex and tiring. We hope you'll join us to share your joys, troubleshoot your challenges and explore how to best support your children as parents.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p>How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10426/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/how-to-talk-so-little-kids-will-listen2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 3 - 4 years | separating</strong></p><p>A survival guide to life with children ages 2-7 -<em> How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen</em> is at the top on most Parent Educator's go to resource list. Learn the skills necessary to help you and your child find success! This class is perfect for Minnetonka Preschool families. Enrollment in this course includes enrollment in Lunch Bunch for your preschooler.</p>Positive Solutions for Familieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10430/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/positive-solutions-for-families2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 3-4 Years old | separating</strong></p><p>Positive Solutions for Families is an evidence-based, family-friendly workshop of ten sessions to help families promote positive and effective parenting behaviors. The workshop gives family members general information on key strategies that can be used with all children. Learn how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand your child’s challenging behavior and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. This class is perfect for Minnetonka Preschool families. </p><p>Registration in our afternoon course includes an enrollment in Lunch Bunch for your preschooler. </p>On the Movehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10294/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/on-the-move2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 6-12 months | gradually separating</strong></p><p><strong></strong>As your newborn transitions into babyhood, you encounter a world of new experiences and milestones together. Start your morning by connecting with others who are experiencing the joys and challenges of parenting older infants. This class will be gradually separating starting mid-year.</p>Just Toddlinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10298/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/just-toddling2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 12-18 months | gradually separating</strong></p><p>Toddlers are curious, busy and on the go! We will explore parenting your actively adventurous child during this phase of rapid growth and development. Spend time with other caregivers who have the same questions and concerns about this stage of their child's life.</p>Curious Climbershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10295/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/curious-climbers2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children 18-24 months | gradually separating</strong></p><p><strong></strong>At 18-24 months, your curious toddler is exploring their environment in several ways while adding new words to their spoken vocabulary every day. Learn ways to interact with your child through fun activities and share about your experience with this new stage of independence in an parent educator facilitated discussion</p>ECFE for Everyonehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10466/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/ecfe-for-everyone2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong> Children ages 1- 4 | separating</strong></p><p>Join other families with young children for fun, hands-on activities followed by discussion with a licensed parent educator. Conversation topics may range from behavior strategies to sleeping routines to sibling relationships. This class can be a great fit for families with multiple children between the ages of 1-4. Please register each child separately.</p>Eat, Play, Learnhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10302/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/eat-play-learn2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>1-4 years | non-separating</strong></p><p>This class is designed for families who prefer an evening option. Come join us for pizza, play, and parenting. This non-separating class offers children's activities, connection with other parents, and best of all, someone takes care of dinner for you! You can register for the full year or 10 weeks at a time.</p><p><strong></strong></p>Oh Babyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10293/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/oh-baby2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages birth-12 months | non-separating</strong></p><p><strong></strong>Meet other parents and enjoy time with your new baby! Spend the entire class together, engaged in sensory and movement activities and a licensed educator-led discussion. Learn about your baby’s growth and development, how to develop healthy eating and sleeping habits and what research tells us about your baby’s important first experiences. Thursday's class has the option to sign up for the whole school year or 10 weeks at a time.</p><p><span style="color: rgb(99, 36, 35);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></span></p>Nature Adventurehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10465/summer-preschool-programming-2024/nature-adventure2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Enroll your preschooler in a nature-focused class with your licensed Minnetonka preschool teachers. The majority of class time occurs in the Outdoor Learning Center, connecting young learners to nature, creativity and scientific inquiry. Daily activities include: a nature walk, large group read aloud, free exploration, snack (provided by parents), and journaling. </p><p><br><strong></strong></p>4s Preschool Nature Adventure!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10280/2024-2025-preschool/4s-preschool-nature-adventure2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Take your traditional Minnetonka Preschool class outdoors! This course will spend at least half of the class time outside daily (weather permitting) in our Outdoor Learning Center (OLC) and exploring the wooded area behind MCEC. Outdoor play and learning allows your child the opportunity to develop their brain, body and social-emotional intelligence through discovery, while also developing respect and appreciation for our natural world. The class will focus on nature related thematic units including insects, trees, seasons, animals and more. Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2024 to June 1, 2025. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong style="background-color: initial;">both of which are non-refundable</strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><p><strong>4s Preschool Nature Adventure! Fee</strong></p><table> <tbody><tr> <td>Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday</td> <td>12:30-3:30 PM</td> <td>$407</td> </tr></tbody>
</table>Summer Babieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10461/summer-ecfe-2024/summer-babies2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Meet other parents with infants and explore the infant/toddler classroom. Enjoy play, songs and rhymes with your baby! Talk about the joys and challenges of parenting and focused topics of discussion with fellow parents and a licensed parent educator. This is a non-separating class.</p><p><img alt=""><img alt="" style='font-family: "Lucida Grande", "Lucidia Sans", Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;'></p><p><img alt="" style='font-family: "Lucida Grande", "Lucidia Sans", Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;'></p>4s Preschool Spanish Immersionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10279/2024-2025-preschool/4s-preschool-spanish-immersion2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>This Spanish Immersion Preschool course will provide English-speaking pre-kindergarten children with the opportunity to learn in a second language. As with our English preschool classes, this immersion class utilizes Creative Curriculum and focuses on preparing children for kindergarten. This class is perfect for families interested in pursuing Minnetonka Schools' Kindergarten Spanish Immersion program. Class will be taught in Spanish.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2024 to June 1, 2025. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong>both of which are non-refundable</strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><p><strong>4s Preschool Spanish Immersion Fees</strong></p><table>
<tbody> <tr> <td>Monday-Thursday</td> <td>12:30-3:30 pm</td> <td>$557</td> </tr>
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</table>Summer Twoshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10463/summer-ecfe-2024/summer-twos2024-02-01T07:00:00-06:00<p>Independence, language, problem-solving, and social skills are emerging! The ECFE classroom with foster all of these developing skills. Enjoy learning activities designed for your busy two-year-old. After parent-child interaction time, parents separate for a discussion facilitated by a licensed parent educator.</p>4s Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10274/2024-2025-preschool/4s-preschool—12024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2024 to June 1, 2025. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable</span></strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><h5><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">*4s preschool sections 419-16* and 419-18* are not eligible for Lunch Bunch</span></h5><p><strong>4s Preschool Fees</strong></p><table><tbody>
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<td>$407</td>
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<td>12:30-3:30 pm</td>
<td>$407</td>
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Please do not complete this registration unless you have been asked to do so.</p>Raising Your Spirited Childhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10424/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/raising-your-spirited-child2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 3-4 years | separating</strong></p><p>"The spirited child - often called 'difficult' or 'strong willed' - posses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children." Utilizing the bestselling book of the same title, this 10 week class will provide you with tools and strategies to help bring the intensity level down for your spirited child. This class is perfect for Minnetonka Preschool families. Enrollment in this course includes enrollment in Lunch Bunch for your preschooler.</p>Positive Solutions for Familieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10762/summer-ecfe-2024/positive-solutions-for-families2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>3-4 Years old | separating</strong></p><p>Positive Solutions for Families is an evidence-based, family-friendly workshop of ten sessions to help families promote positive and effective parenting behaviors. The workshop gives family members general information on key strategies that can be used with all children. Learn how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand your child’s challenging behavior and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. This class is perfect for Minnetonka Preschool families. Enrollment in this course includes enrollment in Lunch Bunch for your preschooler. </p>Healthy Emotions - Happy Familieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10313/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/healthy-emotions-happy-families2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><img alt=""></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">At Home Self-Regulation Program for Families with Children Ages 3-8</strong></p><p>Are you looking for more calm and positive behaviors at home? This online, plug-and-play program teaches families self-regulation skills that help them better manage big feelings and disappointments in a calm and consistent manner. Parents/caregivers and children complete the 11 fun, engaging 20- minute online lessons together at home each week. Through interactive videos, digital books and scripted family activities, both parent/caregiver and child learn concrete tools that help them take charge of their emotions and behaviors in a healthy way, creating a more joyful and peaceful home. </p><p><strong>Course registration includes: </strong></p><li>Access to Empower U's online course with a total of 12 lessons, including 1 caregiver training lesson. Each lesson is narrated by “Charge,” loveable character that teaches self-calming tools and strategies </li><li>11 digital storybooks that deepen the understanding of key concepts and strategies</li><li>At-home journal with activities for each lesson, helping families apply lesson concepts to their lives </li><li>Access to full library of video and audio calming tools and conversation starters </li><li>A certificate of completion (micro credential for 12 hours when done) </li>Ready-Set Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10306/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/ready-set-preschool2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 31- 35 months | separating (on parent child day)</strong></p><p>We recognize that children develop along a continuum and this class is perfect for children who are working towards the independence skills needed for preschool. This unique blend of parent-child time and peer group interaction offers an introductory preschool experience. The child-only day gives your child a chance to interact independently with peers and is led by a licensed early childhood teacher. The parent-child day is playtime together, followed by a separate discussion led by a licensed parent educator. </p><p><strong>*Monday's class ends at 10:45 am and Wednesday's class ends at 10:15 am. </strong></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><strong></strong></p>Parenting in the Great Outdoorshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10297/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/parenting-in-the-great-outdoors2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 3-4 Years | non-separating</strong></p><p>At ECFE, we know the importance of cultivating in children (and adults) a love of nature. We have a lovely outdoor space adjacent to our building and are offering a parent-child class that connects young learners with nature, creativity and scientific inquiry. This is a non-separating class where children and parents explore the natural world. We spend as much time outdoors as possible; when weather prevents outdoor activity we bring nature in. We will meet rain or shine, dress appropriately.</p>Lunch Bunch 2024-2025http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10276/2024-2025-preschool/lunch-bunch-2024-20252024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<h4>3-5 years (must be 3 by 9/1/2024)</h4><p>Looking for a little extra time at preschool but don't need wrap around child care? Lunch Bunch provides a time for Minnetonka Preschoolers to eat and socialize with their peers. Parents provide a bag lunch. Children must be enrolled in Minnetonka Preschool in order to participate in Lunch Bunch. Priority registration is given to students enrolled in Language Exploration classes. Children are escorted by a staff member to and from preschool and language exploration programming.</p><p> <strong>If your child is enrolled in Junior Explorers childcare opposite of their preschool day, Lunch bunch is not needed</strong><strong><strong><strong></strong></strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><strong>The following preschool sections are not compatible with Lunch Bunch 419-16 and 419-18.</strong></span></p><p>Single days of Lunch Bunch may be available if space permits at a cost of $20/day. Call 952-401-6812 for availability.</p><p><strong></strong></p>Lunch and Learnhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10475/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/lunch-and-learn2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children ages 1-4 years | non-separating</strong></p><p>Join other families for lunch, learning and fun! This non-separating class offers children's activities and connection with other parents. Families bring their own lunches.</p><p>DOORS OPEN AT 11:30, CLASS STARTS AT 11:45</p>Summer Threeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10464/summer-ecfe-2024/summer-threes2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Materials and activities to promote literacy, mathematical thinking, the arts, and social-emotional development are the focus of parent-child time. Parents will meet with a licensed parent educator to discuss a variety of topics relevant to parenting a preschooler.</p>Big Little Kidshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10299/2024-2025-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/big-little-kids2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children 24-36 months | separating</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"></span></p><p>Between the ages of two and three there comes a moment when you look at your child and wonder "Where did my baby go?" Your big little kid is ready for adventure in a world full of wonder. Discover ways to explore their world with them and gather for discussion with other parents experiencing life with a toddler who is talking, becoming independent and challenging rules with a new found confidence.</p>3s Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10273/2024-2025-preschool/3s-preschool2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2024 to June 1, 2025. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable</span>,</strong> are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><h5></h5><table style="font-size: 14px;"><tbody>
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<td>8:45 am-11:15 am</td>
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<td>8:30 am-11:00 am</td>
<td>$279</td>
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<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$279</td>
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<td>$379</td>
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<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$379</td>
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<td>$478</td>
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<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$478</td>
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<td>$478</td>
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</tbody></table>Pre-3s Preschool-(Ages 31-35 Months Old by 9/1/2024)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10275/2024-2025-preschool/pre-3s-preschool-ages-31-35-months-old-by-9-1-20242024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2024 to June 1, 2025. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable,</span></strong> are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00. </p><p><strong>Pre-3s Preschool Fees</strong></p><table><tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday/Thursday</td>
<td>9:15-11:15 am</td>
<td>$279</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>Minnetonka Preschool Knit Hathttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10750/2023-2024-preschool/minnetonka-preschool-knit-hat2024-01-08T07:00:00-06:00<p>Minnetonka Preschool is offering a great quality knit hat. One size fits all. </p>Lunch Bunch 2023-2024http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9065/2023-2024-preschool/lunch-bunch-2023-20242023-02-02T07:10:00-06:00<h4>3-5 years (must be 3 by 9/1/2023)</h4><p> Is your morning preschooler enrolled in an afternoon language exploration program? Or, is your afternoon preschooler, enrolled in a morning language exploration class? If you answered "yes" to either question, you may need Lunch Bunch. </p><p> Lunch Bunch provides a time for Minnetonka Preschoolers to eat and socialize with their peers. Parents provide a bag lunch. Children are escorted by a staff member to and from preschool and language exploration programming. Children must be enrolled in Minnetonka Preschool in order to participate in Lunch Bunch.</p><p> If your child is enrolled in Junior Explorers childcare opposite of their preschool day, Lunch bunch is not needed<strong><strong><strong></strong></strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><strong>The following preschool sections are not compatible with Lunch Bunch 419-2, 419-4, 419-7, 419-16, 419-17 and 419-18.</strong></span></p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"></em></p><p>
<em style="background-color: initial;"></em></p><p>
<strong>Lunch Bunch Fees <br></strong></p><table><tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday</td>
<td>11:30 AM-12:30 PM</td>
<td>418-1</td>
<td>$442</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thursday</td>
<td>11:30 AM-12:30 PM</td>
<td>418-2</td>
<td>$403</td>
</tr>
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<td>Friday</td>
<td>11:30 AM-12:30 PM</td>
<td>418-3</td>
<td>$325</td>
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</tbody></table><p>Single days of Lunch Bunch may be available if space permits at a cost of $14/day. Call 952-401-6812 for availability.<br><strong></strong></p>Minnetonka Preschool & ECFE shirthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10278/2024-2025-preschool/minnetonka-preschool-ecfe-shirt2023-09-05T09:00:00-05:00<p>Tonka Pride for our littlest learners! Shirts run a bit small.</p>Minnetonka Preschool & ECFE shirthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9067/2023-2024-preschool/minnetonka-preschool-ecfe-shirt2023-09-05T09:00:00-05:00<p>Tonka Pride for our littlest learners! Shirts run a bit small.</p>Free Fridays!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9161/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/free-fridays2023-08-01T07:30:00-05:00<p><strong>birth to 36 months | non-separating</strong></p><p><strong>Friday Friends </strong>Let's play! This class is designed to give your child (and you) the opportunity to socialize and connect with others through play. This class takes place in an environment specifically designed for little ones and provides them the opportunity to practice their budding social and emotional skills. Facilitated by a licensed parent educator, parents will have the opportunity to discuss their child development and learn how to model the skills necessary for children to thrive in social situations.</p><p><strong>Once Upon a Time Family Story Hour </strong>Let's read<strong>!</strong><strong> </strong>Minnetonka ECFE and Help Us Grow (HUG) invite you and your family to join us for story time. Your family will have a chance to visit with other parents with small children and enjoy stories and songs. Older siblings are welcome. Each family will go home with a free book!</p><p><strong>Science Fridays </strong>Let's experiment! Through guided activities we will begin the process of inquiry and exploration. Each activity can be easily replicated at home to provide hours of fun for you and your little one.</p>Parenting Your Preschoolerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9083/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/parenting-your-preschooler2023-02-03T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Parent Only</strong></p><p>The preschool years are a time of wonder and learning as well as new challenges for parents. Join other parents of preschoolers to talk about social and emotional development, setting boundaries, creating routines and navigating big feelings. Do you have a child in Jr. Explorers? This class pairs perfectly with Eat, Play, Learn if you are looking for a class to share with your child.</p>Parenting in the Great Outdoorshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9076/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/parenting-in-the-great-outdoors2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>33 Months- 4 Years | non-separating</strong></p><p>At ECFE, we know the importance of cultivating in children (and adults!) a love of nature. We have a lovely outdoor space adjacent to our building and are offering a parent-child class that connects young learners with nature, creativity and scientific inquiry. This is a non-separating class where children and parents explore the natural world. We spend as much time outdoors as possible; when weather prevents outdoor activity we bring nature in. We will meet rain or shine, dress appropriately.</p>Big Little Kidshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9078/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/big-little-kids2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Children 24-36 months | Separating</strong></p><p>Between the ages of two and three there comes a moment when you look at your child and wonder "where did my baby go?". Your big little kid is ready for adventure in a world full of wonder. Discover ways to explore their world with them and gather for discussion with other parents experiencing life with a toddler who is talking, becoming independent and challenging rules with a new found confidence.<br><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"></span></p>Oh Babyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9070/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/oh-baby2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>birth-12 months | Non-separating</strong></p><p><strong></strong>Meet other parents and enjoy time with your new baby! Spend the entire class together, engaged in sensory and movement activities and a licensed educator-led discussion. Learn about your baby’s growth and development, how to develop healthy eating and sleeping habits and what research tells us about your baby’s important first experiences.</p><p>Sign up for the whole school year or 10 weeks at a time.</p><p><span style="color: rgb(99, 36, 35);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></span></p>Not My First Rodeohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9175/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/not-my-first-rodeo2023-02-02T07:08:00-06:00<p><strong>1- 4 years | separating</strong></p><p>Whether this is your second, third or fourth child, this class is designed for your growing family. Adding a new member to the family is a joyous and challenging phase of parenting. Join other "veteran" parents to learn and share ideas about sibling relationships, positive discipline, temperament and family dynamics. Expectant parents are welcome. </p>Rise & Shinehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9084/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/rise-shine2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>1-5 years | separating<br></strong></p><p><strong></strong>A Saturday morning learning adventure! Enjoy time playing and learning together through activities designed for you and your child. Boost your parenting skills through parent discussion while children interact with their peers and teachers. Your student will enjoy snack and play in the gym during separation. You register for Rise & Shine on it's own or add on Stay & Play to enjoy the MCEC gym for an additional 30 minutes after class!</p>Nature Adventurehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9214/summer-preschool-programming-2023/nature-adventure2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p>Enroll your preschooler in a nature-focused class with your licensed Minnetonka preschool teachers. The majority of class time occurs in the Outdoor Learning Center, connecting young learners to nature, creativity and scientific inquiry. Daily activities include: a nature walk, large group read aloud, free exploration, snack (provided by parents), and journaling. </p><p><br><strong></strong></p>Ready-Set Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9087/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/ready-set-preschool2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>31 month - 4 years | separating (on parent child day)</strong></p><p>We recognize that children develop along a continuum and this class is perfect for children who are working towards the independence skills needed for preschool. This unique blend of part-child time and peer group interaction, offers an introductory preschool experience. The child only day give your child a chance to interact with independently peers and is led by a licensed early childhood teacher. The parent-child day is playtime together, followed by a separated discussion led by a licensed parent educator.</p><p><em><strong>Please disregard errors in published catalog. </strong></em></p><p><em><strong>-Monday's class ends at 10:45 am and Wednesday's class ends at 10:15 am. </strong></em></p><p><em><strong>-The earliest age of enrollment is 31 months.</strong></em></p><p><strong></strong></p>Pre-3s Preschool-(Ages 31-35 Months Old by 9/1/2023)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9064/2023-2024-preschool/pre-3s-preschool-ages-31-35-months-old-by-9-1-20232023-02-02T06:57:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable,</span></strong> are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00. </p><p><strong>Pre-3s Preschool Fees</strong></p><table><tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday/Thursday</td>
<td>9:15-11:15 am</td>
<td>$248</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>3s Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9062/2023-2024-preschool/3s-preschool2023-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable</span>,</strong> are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><h5><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">* 3s preschool sections 419-2, 419-4 and 419-6 are not eligible for Lunch Bunch</span></h5><h5></h5><table><tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday/Thursday</td>
<td>8:30 am-11:00 am</td>
<td>$248</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday/Thursday</td>
<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$248</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday/Wednesday/Friday</td>
<td>8:30 am-11:00 am</td>
<td>$337</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday/Wednesday/Friday</td>
<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$337</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Thursday</td>
<td>8:45 am-11:15 am</td>
<td>$425</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Thursday</td>
<td>9:00 am-11:30 am</td>
<td>$425</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Thursday</td>
<td>12:30 pm-3:00 pm</td>
<td>$425</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>On the Movehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9073/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/on-the-move2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>6-12 months | non-separating or eventually separating</strong></p><p>As your newborn transitions into babyhood, you encounter a world of new experiences and milestones together. Start your morning by connecting with others who are experiencing the joys and challenges of parenting older infants. We offer two section of this course one is a non-separating and an eventually separating; please choose what works for you and your child.</p>ECFE for Everyonehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10389/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/ecfe-for-everyone2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>Separating | Ages 1- 4</strong></p><p>Join other families with young children for fun, hands-on activities followed by discussion with a licensed parenting educator. Conversation topics may range from behavior strategies to eating and sleeping routines. This class is a great fit for families with multiple children between the ages of 1-4. Please register each child separately.</p>Just Toddlinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9077/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/just-toddling2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>12-18 months | eventually separating </strong><br>Toddlers are curious, busy and on the go! We will explore parenting your actively adventurous child during this phase of rapid growth and development. Spend time with other caregivers who have the same questions and concerns about this stage of their child's life.</p>Eat, Play, Learnhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9081/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/eat-play-learn2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>1-5 years | Non-Separating</strong></p><p>This class is designed with working families in mind. Come join us for pizza, play, and parenting. This non-separating class offers family activities, connection with other parents, and best of all, someone has taken care of dinner for you! You can register for the full year or 10 weeks at a time.</p><p><strong></strong></p>Grandparent(s) & Mehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9176/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/grandparent-s-me2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>1-4 years | separating</strong></p><p>Whether it is occasional, weekly or daily, many families rely on grandparents to assist with childcare. The grandparent as caregiver relationship can be extremely fulfilling while also complex and tiring. We hope you'll join us to share your joys, troubleshoot your challenges and explore how to best support your children as parents.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p>Curious Climbershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9074/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/curious-climbers2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>18-24 months | eventually separating</strong></p><p>At 18-24 months, your curious toddler is exploring their environment in several ways and adding new words to their spoken vocabulary every day! Learn ways to interact with your child through fun activities and share about your experience with this new stage of independence in an parent educator facilitated discussion.</p>Our First Classhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9174/2023-2024-ecfe-parent-workshops-ecfe/our-first-class2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p><strong>12-18 months | eventually-separating</strong></p><p>This class is designed for families that are new to ECFE. During parent-child time you will follow your child's lead as they explore the classroom and activities curated by an Licensed Early Childhood Educator. At circle time you and your child will learn our favorite songs and enjoy fingerplays and stories. The children then have snack and remain in the room while the caregivers move to a separate space for parent education that includes topics such as child development, healthy eating, sleeping habits, parenting styles and behavior strategies. Many parents report creating long lasting friendships with the people they meet in ECFE. We can't wait to meet you!</p><p><strong>Please note the time change since catalog publication.</strong></p>4s Preschool Spanish Immersionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9155/2023-2024-preschool/4s-preschool-spanish-immersion2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p>This Spanish Immersion Preschool course will provide English-speaking pre-kindergarten children with the opportunity to learn in a second language. As with our English preschool classes, this immersion class utilizes Creative Curriculum and focuses on preparing children for kindergarten. This class is perfect for families interested in pursuing Minnetonka Schools' Kindergarten Spanish Immersion program. All classes are taught in Spanish.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong>both of which are non-refundable</strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><p><strong>4s Preschool Spanish Immersion Fees</strong></p><table> <tbody>
<tr> <td>Monday-Thursday</td> <td>8:30-11:30 am</td> <td>$495</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Monday-Thursday</td> <td>12:30-3:30 pm</td> <td>$495</td> </tr>
</tbody>
</table>4s Preschoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9063/2023-2024-preschool/4s-preschool—12023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p>Discover a place where children are inspired to wonder, create, learn, and dream. At Minnetonka Preschool, a love of learning is ignited by providing children with opportunities to learn about the world around them through hands-on exploration. Research-based curriculum focuses on social/emotional and cognitive development, as well as literacy, language, math and motor skills. Minnetonka preschool is part of Minnetonka Public Schools and is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence.</p><p>Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">both of which are non-refundable</span></strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><h5><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">* 4s preschool sections 419-16* and 419-18* are not eligible for Lunch Bunch</span></h5><p><strong>4s Preschool Fees</strong></p><table><tbody>
<tr>
<td> Monday/Wednesday/Friday<br>Monday/Wednesday/Friday<br>
</td>
<td>8:30 am-11:30 am<br>8:45 am-11:45 am</td>
<td>$362<br>$362</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Wednesday</td>
<td>12:45-3:45 pm</td>
<td>$362</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday<br>Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday<br>
</td>
<td>12:30-3:30 pm<br>12:45-3:45 pm</td>
<td>$362<br>$362</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Thursday<br>Monday-Thursday<br> </td>
<td>8:30-11:30 am<br>8:45-11:45 am</td>
<td> $495<br>$495<br> </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Monday-Thursday </td>
<td>12:30-3:30 pm<br> </td>
<td> $495<br> </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Friday<br>
</td>
<td>8:30-11:30 am<br>
</td>
<td>$587<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday-Friday</td>
<td>8:45-11:45 am</td>
<td>$587</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table><p><strong><br></strong></p>4s Preschool Nature Adventure!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9167/2023-2024-preschool/4s-preschool-nature-adventure2023-02-02T07:30:00-06:00<p>Take your traditional Minnetonka Preschool class outdoors! This course will spend at least half of the class time outside daily (weather permitting) in our Outdoor Learning Center (OLC) and exploring the wooded area behind MCEC. Outdoor play and learning allows your child the opportunity to develop their brain, body and social-emotional intelligence through discovery, while also developing respect and appreciation for our natural world. The class will focus on nature related thematic units including insects, trees, seasons, animals and more. Minnetonka Preschool fees are billed on the first of every month from October 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024. The first month’s tuition and annual registration fee, <strong style="background-color: initial;">both of which are non-refundable</strong>, are due at the time of registration. The annual registration fee for Minnetonka Preschool is $100.00.</p><p><strong>4s Preschool Nature Adventure! Fee</strong></p><table> <tbody><tr> <td>Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday</td> <td>12:30-3:30 PM</td> <td>$362</td> </tr></tbody>
</table>Early Education Profile 2023-2024http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/9691/2023-2024-preschool/early-education-profile-2023-20242022-02-03T08:00:00-06:00<p>This not a course. Please do not complete this registration unless you have been asked to do so.</p>