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Welcome to Minnetonka Public Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE). Here, you can explore new experiences, meet other families, and grow and learn together with your child. Parent workshops differ from ECFE classes in that there is no child and parent time. 

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  • Elevate Your Parenting: Proven Strategies for Success

    Our parent-only workshops are designed to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to navigate the complexities of parenting. Each workshop focuses on utilizing evidence-based resources to provide you with valuable insights and applicable strategies. Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow parents, learn from a licensed parent educator, and gain the confidence to implement effective parenting techniques. Join us for an enriching experience that will empower you to create a positive and nurturing environment for your family. Enrollment in this course includes lunch bunch for your preschooler. Title Description Dates Positive Solutions for Families Based on the research-based practices utilized in the social and emotional learning framework, the Pyramid Model, families will learn how to support your child's social and emotional skills and development, understand the why behind challenging behaviors and discover positive parenting approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. Sept. 17 - Nov. 19 The Way of Play The Way of Play helps parents to nurture calm listeners, cooperative problems solvers, and respectful communicators. "Kids often want parents to play with them, but many parents don't know how to play or see it only as an (often boring) way to kill time." Learn how to lean into playfulness to create moments of connection in the everyday activities of raising a family. Jan. 7 - March 11 Good Inside This class, inspired by Dr. Becky Kennedy's acclaimed book "Good Inside," offers a transformative approach to parenting. Dr. Kennedy shifts the focus from merely shaping children's behavior to cultivating the essential skills needed to raise kind, resilient, and well-rounded individuals. April 8 - June 10
    Wed, Sep 17 - Nov 19
    11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Ages
    3 yr. - 4 yr. 11 m
    Wed, Jan 7 2026 - Mar 11 2026
    11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Ages
    3 yr. - 4 yr. 11 m
    Wed, Apr 8 2026 - Jun 10 2026
    11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Ages
    3 yr. - 4 yr. 11 m
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    Parent Education+

    Engaging, topic-focused 10 week classes for parents, led by a licensed parent educator with expert guidance from a licensed therapist, offering practical tools and insights to support confident, connected parenting. Title Description Class Information Better Together Discovering your child has additional needs comes with a host of emotions and questions. This group is centered around creating connection and support. This 10 week experience is designed to provide a safe space for parents to process the many joys and challenges that arise in the journey of parenting a child with special needs. Each group meeting will involve a combination of education on specified parenting topics and a therapeutic group space to process. Enrollment in the class includes enrollment into Social Butterflies where students will work with a licensed Early Childhood Special Educator to further their social and emotional learning and goals. Mondays 4:30 - 5:30 pm 3 10 week sessions Perfectly Imperfect Parenting Are you feeling the pressures and expectations of parenting? Connect with other parents to share your experiences and learn from those who understand the journey, gain valuable insights and techniques to navigate the challenges, and embrace the unique joys and triumphs in a safe and welcoming space. This 10 week group offers a sanctuary where you can discuss, laugh, and grow together. Embrace your perfectly imperfect parenting and celebrate the love, resilience, and happiness that make being a parent truly special. *Childcare available for children birth - 5 years old. Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:30 pm 10/08/2025 - 12/17/2025 Dad Lab: Connect, Learn, Grow Join this welcoming and empowering space designed specifically for fathers and father figures who want to deepen their parenting journey. In a culture where parenting roles are often shaped by outdated stereotypes, Dad Lab encourages participants to challenge those norms and embrace an engaged, nurturing approach to fatherhood. Through guided discussions and hands-on activities, dads will explore topics like emotional intelligence, communication, discipline, and co-parenting, all through a lens that honors their unique role in the family. Saturdays 9:00 - 10:30 am 01/10/26 - 03/21/2026
    Mon, Oct 6 - Dec 8
    4:30 - 5:30 PM
    Minnetonka Community Education Center
    Sat, Jan 10 2026 - Mar 21 2026
    9:00 - 10:30 AM
    Minnetonka Community Education Center
    Mon, Jan 12 2026 - Mar 23 2026
    4:30 - 5:30 PM
    Minnetonka Community Education Center
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