Minnetonka Community Education

Back to "School-itis"For parents of children ages 2-KindergartenDana TellerThe start of a new school year is often full of new beginnings, new schools, schedules and budding relationships. It is a time of opportunity, growth and uncertainty, which can lead to increased anxiety and worry in our children. Learn about ways we can create new routines, increase confidence and security, and how we can build upon small successes, while helping our children develop coping strategies to deal with their fears of a new school year. Time for questions and shared discussion included. Thursday, October 25MCEC Deephaven Room7-8:30pmFree Event

Stop in at MCEC one Monday each month for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to socialize with other parents! Bring your child(ren), age birth to five. Toys and activities will be available. Coffee & Play is a free community event. You do not have to be enrolled in a class to participate, however registration is required. Visit minnetonkacommunityed.org for the schedule and to register.

http://education.state.mn.us/mdeprod/groups/Commun...Early Childhood Screening is a free and simple check of how your child is growing, developing and learning. Screening at 3 is preferred, but a child may be screened between the ages of 3 and the start of kindergarten as required by law. What to expect at a screening appointment: A trained professional will check:  Vision and hearing  Height and weight  Immunizations (shots)  Large and small muscles  Thinking, language and communication skills Social and emotional development Early Childhood Screening is required for entrance in Minnesota’s public schools or within 30 days of enrollment into kindergarten.Minnetonka Early Childhood Screening Location:3rd floor Minnetonka Community Education Center4584 Vine Hill RoadExcelsior, MN 55331

18-24 months/SeparatingAt 18-24 months old, your toddler isn't just walking through the world - they're off and running! Learn ways to interact with your child through fun activities and share about your experience with this new stage of independence in an educator-led discussion.

Massage benefits both baby and parents by promoting a bond between baby and parent. It is shown to improve digestion and sleep, circulation, sensory input, and more!

12-18 months/SeparatingToddlers are curious, busy and on the go! Spend time with other parents who have the same questions and concerns about this stage of their child's life. Enjoy activities with your toddler and an educator-led discussion about his period of rapid growth.

Birth-5 years/SeparatingMultiple babies, multiple joys and challenges! Meet other parents of multiples and share stories, while finding the information and support that you need. Gain ideas for managing sleep, disciple, toileting, eating and more through parent discussion.

Explore fun science topics with your child during these evening parent-child classes! All classes align with elementary life science, earth science, physical science, and/or nature of science and engineering standards. The fee is $19 per class, per child- or register for all six classes at once and notify Denise Nelson at denise.nelson@minnetonkaschools.org and I will prorate your fees to $99 per child. All afternoon classes are held from 1:15-2:30 p.m.and all evening classes are held from 6:15-7:30 pm. ISibling care is not available.What's The Matter Come and learn about different kinds of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. How do they change? We will have many sensory experiences and make some goo. Sink or Float Why do some things float? Why do some things sink? We will perform a lot of exciting experiments and create a sink and float kit to test out hypotheses. Incredible Eggs Do eggs float? What is in an egg? What can you do with recycled egg shells? We will investigate these questions and build a wall for Humpty Dumpty! Healthy Bodies Our bodies have wonderful capabilities. We will have fun activities to show how exercise and healthy food is important to our bodies. Explore how we use our eyes, ears, nose and mouth to learn about the world around us. Growing Things Spring is almost here! What can we grow? Learn about plants and how they grow. We will plant a mystery garden and grow some things are not alive! Creepy Crawlers The ground is starting to thaw. Let’s explore the world of insects and worms. Come prepared to take a nature walk.

For parents of children ages 2-kindergarten.FREEChildren are often flooded with big emotions and disappointments which create meltdowns and power struggles. Learn how to recognize these triggers and develop strategies for coping, provide discipline effectively and discover opportunities for building skills within your child. Time for questions and shared discussion included. *Registration required. Childcare not available.