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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register TABLE OF CONTENTSPRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT ................. 4Dance ........................................ 4Imagination & Creativity ........... 4Sports ........................................ 5Swimming .................................. 6Trips ........................................... 7ECFE/PAIIR ........................... 8Age Group Classes ................... 8Classes with Kits ........................ 9Focus Classes ............................ 9Non-Separating Classes ............ 10Online Classes ........................... 10Play with Purpose ...................... 11Support Groups ........................ 12Week By Week .......................... 12Yearlong .................................... 13Rochester Public Schools provides a free comprehensive developmental screening for any child 3 years old to kindergarten enrollment. Schedule by calling 507-328-4004.Northrop Education Center201 8th St. NWRochester, MN 55901www.rochesterce.org/ecscreeningEARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENINGEarly Childhood is falling back into the swing of things with your favorite classes and new offerings. We continue to provide safe environments to explore and learn. We look forward to connecting with your family!@RochesterCE @parentsareimportantinrochesterNorthrop Education Center201 8th St NW Rochester, MN 55901Ofce Hours: Monday-Friday • 8 AM-4:30 PM

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register Everyone Connects!• September to June• Preschool scholarships• Kindergarten information• Family events• MN licensed teachers • Best practices implemented to help children develop as learners for lifelong success• Research-based curriculum and learning experiences focused on high-quality play • Individualized instructionWhy Rochester Public Schools Preschool?Skills we build in preschool serve us for a lifetime–positive relationships, language and literacy, numbers and thinking skills, and much more. RPS Preschool prepares our young learners for a future of school and life success. We use a play-based approach facilitated by high quality educators with respected curricula and assessments in a positive learning environment. Rochester Public Schools Preschool is a quality preschool program that respects the unique needs of each child. When children are prepared to succeed at kindergarten entrance, all of society benets. Growing Young Minds RPS Preschool focuses across the areas of child development, facilitating learning in social and emotional, cognitive, and physical development, literacy and language, math, science, and the arts. Our children play to learn, with whole group, small group, and individualized opportunities. Our licensed teachers and talented assistants provide caring, quality environments where the love of learning will ourish.Registration is open for 2021-2022! Class information on page 15.Call 507-328-4024 for more information or register today at rochesterschools.org/academics/preschool@parentsareimportantinrochester

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 4* = Partnership class = Online Class = Evening class Everyone Connects!PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENTPreschool Skills$35–2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101805.103 Th,F Sep 23–241-3 PM1805.104 Th,F Sep 30–Oct 11-3 PM1805.105 Th,F Oct 7–81-3 PM1805.106 Th,F Oct 14–151-3 PM1805.108 Th,F Nov 4–51-3 PM1805.109 Th,F Nov 11–121-3 PM1805.110 Th,F Nov 18–191-3 PM1805.111 Th,F Dec 2–31-3 PM1805.112 Th,F Dec 9–101-3 PMDANCEDance Connection Ballet (3-5 Years) *$75–8 SessionsLocation: Dance Connection Studio1200.111P Th Oct 7–Dec 2Skip: Nov 256:30-7 PM IMAGINATION & CREATIVITYDiscover: All About Me (3-6 Years)$23–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101506.101 Sa Sep 119:30-11 AMOnline Version $18–1 SessionKit Pickup Dates: Sep 6-101506.001 Sa Sep 11Discover: Ocean Creatures (3-6 Years)$23–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101509.101 Sa Nov 612:30-2 PMOnline Version $18–1 SessionKit Pickup Dates: Nov 1-51509.001 Sa Nov 6Discover: Dinosaurs (3-6 Years)$23–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101505.101 Sa Nov 2012:30-2 PMOnline Version $18–1 SessionKit Pickup Dates: Nov 15-191505.001 Sa Nov 20Ooey Gooey Creations (3-6 Years/Adult)$23–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101508.101 Sa Oct 99:30-11 AM

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 5* = Partnership class = Online Class = Evening class SPORTSBasketball (4-6 Years/Adult)$38–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1804.112 Tu Nov 30–Dec 146:45-7:30 PM Soccer (4-6 Years/Adult)$38–3 SessionsLocation: Jefferson–Field1802.111 Tu Sep 21–Oct 56:45-7:30 PM Location: Northrop–Gym1802.112 Tu Nov 30–Dec 145:45-6:30 PM T-Ball (4-6 Years/Adult)$38–3 SessionsLocation: Jefferson–Field1803.111 Tu Sep 21–Oct 55:45-6:30 PM J.E.T.S. GYMNASTICS$65–4 SessionsLocation: J.E.T.S. Gymnastics 2440 Claire Lane NEPuddle Jumpers (18 Months-2 Years/Adult) *1860.110P Tu Sep 7–289:30-10:15 AM1860.111P W Sep 8–296:20-7:05 PM 1860.112P Tu Oct 5–269:30-10:15 AM1860.113P W Oct 6–276:20-7:05 PM 1860.114P Tu Nov 2–239:30-10:15 AM1860.115P W Nov 3–246:20-7:05 PM Tomcats (3 Years) *1861.114P Tu Sep 7–2811:20 AM-12:05 PM1861.111P W Sep 8–295:25-6:10 PM 1861.115P Tu Oct 5–2611:20 AM-12:05 PM1861.112P W Oct 6–275:25-6:10 PM 1861.116P Tu Nov 2–2311:20 AM-12:05 PM1861.113P W Nov 3–245:25-6:10 PM Falcons (4 Years) *1862.111P Tu Sep 7–2810:25-11:10 AM1862.114P W Sep 8–294:30-5:15 PM1862.112P Tu Oct 5–2610:25-11:10 AM1862.115P W Oct 6–274:30-5:15 PM1862.113P Tu Nov 2–2310:25-11:10 AM1862.116P W Nov 3–244:30-5:15 PM

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 6* = Partnership class = Online Class = Evening class Rochester Figure Skating Club: Learn2Skate for Preschool (4-6 Years) *$108–6 SessionsLocation: Rochester Recreation Center1790.101P Tu Sep 7–Oct 126-6:30 PM 1790.102P Th Sep 9–Oct 146-6:30 PM 1790.103P F Sep 10–Oct 156:15-6:45 PM1790.104P Sa Sep 11–Oct 1611-11:30 AM$126–7 Sessions1790.105P Tu Oct 26–Dec 14Skip: Nov 236-6:30 PM 1790.106P Th Oct 28–Dec 16Skip: Nov 256-6:30 PM 1790.107P F Oct 29–Dec 17Skip: Nov 266:15-6:45 PM 1790.108P Sa Oct 30–Dec 18Skip: Nov 2711-11:30 AMSWIMMINGWater Exploration Level I (4-8 Years)$84–6 SessionsLocation: John Adams–Swimming Pool1920.111 Tu Sep 21–Oct 266-6:30 PM 1920.112 Tu Sep 21–Oct 266:30-7 PM 1920.113 Tu Nov 2–Dec 76-6:30 PM 1920.114 Tu Nov 2–Dec 76:30-7 PM Water Exploration Level II (4-8 Years)$84–6 SessionsLocation: John Adams–Swimming Pool1921.111 Tu Sep 21–Oct 267-7:30 PM 1921.112 Tu Nov 2–Dec 77-7:30 PM Water Readiness (9-24 Months/Adult)$70–5 SessionsLocation: Kellogg MS–Swimming Pool1901.111 M Sep 13–Oct 116-6:30 PM 1901.112 Tu Sep 14–Oct 126-6:30 PM 1901.113 W Sep 15–Oct 136-6:30 PM 1901.114 M Oct 25–Nov 226-6:30 PM 1901.115 Tu Oct 26–Nov 236-6:30 PM 1901.116 W Oct 27–Dec 1Skip: Nov 246-6:30 PM

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 7* = Partnership class = Online Class = Evening class TRIPSFall Fun on the Farm (1-6 Years/Adult)$12–1 SessionLocation: Red Barn Learning Farm, 27251 MN-30, Hayeld, MN 55940 1311.101P F Oct 159:30-11:30 AMWater Readiness (2-3 Years/Adult)$70–5 SessionsLocation: Kellogg MS–Swimming Pool1902.111 M Sep 13–Oct 116:30-7 PM 1902.112 Tu Sep 14–Oct 126:30-7 PM 1902.113 W Sep 15–Oct 136:30-7 PM 1902.114 M Oct 25–Nov 226:30-7 PM 1902.116 Tu Oct 26–Nov 236:30-7 PM 1902.115 W Oct 27–Dec 1Skip: Nov 246:30-7 PM Water Readiness (3-6 Years/Adult)$70–5 SessionsLocation: Kellogg MS–Swimming Pool1903.111 M Sep 13–Oct 117-7:30 PM 1903.112 Tu Sep 14–Oct 127-7:30 PM 1903.113 W Sep 15–Oct 137-7:30 PM 1903.114 M Oct 25–Nov 227-7:30 PM 1903.115 W Oct 27–Dec 1Skip: Nov 247-7:30 PM Water Readiness Next Steps (4-7 Years/Adult)$83–5 SessionsLocation: Kellogg MS–Swimming Pool1906.111 Tu Oct 26–Nov 237-8 PM Scan the QR code to head to our registration website to sign up today!@RochesterCE

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 8AGE GROUP CLASSESEach class oers the ECFE class experience including PACT followed by children’s learning and play time and a parent discussion. Parents will move to a separate room for a parent discussion. Sibling care is available where listed.1-3 Year Olds (12-42 Months)12 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1030113.120 W Sep 22–Dec 15Skip: Nov 249:30-11:15 AM2-3 Year Olds11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030201.120 Th Sep 23–Dec 16Skip: Oct 21, Nov 25 9:30-11:15 AM2-4 Year Olds12 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020241.120 M Sep 20–Dec 13Skip: Nov 22 9:45-11:30 AMToddler/Twos (18-30 Months)12 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020120.120 Tu Sep 21–Dec 14Skip: Nov 23 9:30-11 AMSTEM (3-5 Years)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020319.120 Th Sep 23–Dec 16Skip: Oct 21, Nov 259:15-11:15 AMEveryone Connects!ECFE Sliding Fee Scale information is available on our website: www.rochesterce.org/early-childhood/faqPACT (Parent and Child Time) is included in all ECFE/PAIIR classes. Parents and children will have time to interact with activities designed to enhance your child’s learning.

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 9 = Limited sibling care available = Online Class = Evening class CLASSES WITH KITSNeed new ideas to engage your curious child(ren) at home? Your family will enjoy exploring, investigating, and experimenting with our at home lessons. There will be video lessons and activities each week. These classes will have a one-time material pick-up prior to the start of class. Come explore with us! These are at-home/online courses. Classes held via Google Meet.Music Makers (2-5 Years) – At-Home/Online Course 3 SessionsLocation: Online0826.120 Tu Sep 21–Oct 5 9:30-10 AMDinosaurs for Days (2-5 years) – At-Home/Online Course 3 SessionsLocation: Online0828.120 Tu Oct 12–26 9:30-10 AMLittle Actors (2-5 Years) – At-Home/Online Course 3 SessionsLocation: Online0827.120 Tu Nov 2–16 9:30-10 AMFOCUS CLASSESEach class oers the ECFE experience including PACT followed by children’s learning and play time and a parent discussion. Children under 9 months will remain with parent(s) during discussions as a lap baby. Sibling care is available where listed.Parenting in a Diverse and Inclusive World (0-5 Years)8 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050607.120 M Sep 20–Nov 8 5:45-7:15 PM Parenting a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors (2-5 Years)No Fee–Registration Required– 10 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020211.120 M Oct 4–Dec 13Skip: Nov 225:45-7:45 PM

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 10NON-SEPARATING CLASSESYou and your child will remain together for the entire class. Each class oers the ECFE experience including PACT. These classes will include a parent discussion in the same room as your child. Sibling care is available where listed. Nannies welcome.Baby & Me (0-12 Months)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050012.120 Tu Sep 21–Dec 7Skip: Nov 23 1-2:30 PMFun Ones (10-23 Months)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030110.120 F Sep 24–Dec 17Skip: Oct 22, Nov 26 9:15-10:45 AMONLINE CLASSESYou’ve got parenting questions? We have information and support. Take our online classes from any device that can connect to the internet. All classes are readily available through Google Meet.The Whole Brain Child (Parent Book Club) – Online Course 12 SessionsLocation: Online0825.120 Tu Sep 21–Dec 14Skip: Nov 23 1-2 PMPositive Discipline 101 – Online Course 1 SessionLocation: Online0829.120 Th Oct 14 8-9 PM Join ECFE/PAIIR at SPARK for FREE engaging play and activities!Monday, September 20 • 10 AM-12 PMMonday, September 27 • 10 AM-12 PMTuesday, November 30 • 6-7:30 PM1201 12th St SW Suite 632, Rochester, MN 55902 Located in the Apache Mall

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 11 = Limited sibling care available = Online Class = Evening class PLAY WITH PURPOSEDiscover learning through your child’s eyes in these parent and child classes. Parents or grandparents will enjoy circle time, themed play, songs, and stories with the children.MAGNIFICENT MONDAYSYoung Scientists (2-5 Years)2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030656.120 M Oct 4–11 5:45-7 PM Young Mathematicians (2-5 Years)2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030657.120 M Oct 18–25 5:45-7 PM Messy Masterpieces (2-5 Years)2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030658.120 M Nov 1–8 5:45-7 PM SUPER SATURDAYSFall Fun (2-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020624.120 Sa Sep 25 9:30-11 AMGrandma/Grandpa & Me (0-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020640.120 Sa Oct 9 9:30-11 AMDad & Me (0-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020650.121 Sa Nov 13 9:30-11 AMMove It! (0-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, Gym0319.121 Sa Dec 11 9:30-11 AM@parentsareimportantinrochester

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 12SUPPORT GROUPSSupport groups are a gathering of people with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, advice and support. Each class oers the ECFE class experience including PACT followed by children’s learning and play time and a parent discussions. Parents will move to a separate room for a parent discussion. Registration is required.Parenting a Child with Special Needs (Birth-Grade 5)No Fee–Registration Required– 4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050720.120 Tu Oct 5, 12, Nov 9 & Dec 7 5:45-7:30 PM Single Parent Support Group (0-5 Years)No Fee–Registration Required– 2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3030616.120 Th Nov 18 & Dec 16 5:30-7:30 PM WEEK BY WEEKMade to t your schedule! Attend one class or all of the classes with our exible “week by week” registration. Each class oers the ECFE class experience including PACT.Extraordinary Newborn (0-6 Months)No Fee–Registration Required– 1 Session • 1-2:30 PMLocation: Northrop–Rm 3070002.120 W Sep 150002.121 W Oct 200002.122 W Nov 170002.123 W Dec 15Evening Inquiries (0-5 Years)8 Sessions • 5:45-7 PM Location: Northrop–Rm 3030610.120 Tu Sep 21-Nov 16Are you NEW to Rochester, NEW to ECFE/PAiiR, or NEW to Parenting? It takes a village to raise a child, so stop by the ofce and let us introduce ourselves, help you navigate our program and welcome you into your NEW village.

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 13 = Limited sibling care available = Online Class = Evening class Those Great Informational Fridays (TGIF) (0-5 Years)1 Session • 9:30-11:30 AMLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020611.120 F Sep 240611.121 F Oct 10611.122 F Oct 80611.123 F Oct 150611.124 F Oct 290611.125 F Nov 50611.126 F Nov 120611.127 F Nov 190611.128 F Dec 30611.129 F Dec 100611.130 F Dec 17YEARLONGOpen registration begins in fall followed by priority registration for our winter and spring sessions, allowing the group participants to remain together for the entire school year. New participants are welcome to register if space is available.Toddler Yearlong (12-42 Months)12 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1030111.120 M Sep 20–Dec 13Skip: Nov 22 9:30-11:15 AM1-3 Year Olds Yearlong (12-42 Months)11 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1030113.121 F Sep 24–Dec 17Skip: Oct 22, Nov 26 9:30-11:15 AMDad & Me Yearlong (0-5 Years)12 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, Rm 3050660.120 W Sep 22–Dec 15Skip: Nov 24 9:30-11:15 AMNight Owl Preschool Yearlong (3-5 Year Olds)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020350.120 Tu Sep 21–Dec 14Skip: Nov 2, Nov 23 5:30-7:30 PM Scan the QR code to register today!

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 14connect with our parent educatorParenting young children can be a very rewarding, yet challenging job that doesn’t come with a manual. Sign up for a time to chat (in-person or video)with a professional parent educator to talk about your questions or concerns in-person or video chat.For more information or to reserve a timeslot, contact ambaker@rochesterschools.org or call 507-328-4021.Ever feel like you need some one-on-one training as you navigate parenthood? We offer in-person or video chats with a licensed parent educator to support you.Lindsey Cantwell Memorial ScholarshipThe Lindsey Cantwell Memorial Fund, honoring a former PAiiR parent, will be used to provide eligible families with the opportunity to attend PAiiR classes and experience the joy and lasting friendships that Lindsey and her friends made during their PAiiR classes.Linda Munson Memorial ScholarshipThe Linda Munson Memorial Scholarship, honoring a long time PAiiR co-worker, will be used to provide eligible young children with a quality preschool experience in one of our RPS preschool classrooms. Parent Engagement MattersJoin the PAIIR/School Readiness Advisory Council!Call us for more information: 507-328-4020

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Early Childhood Fall 2021 | www.rochesterce.org/register 15 = Limited sibling care available = Online Class = Evening class 3 Year Olds as of 9/1/2021EXPLORERS Our 3 year old Explorers class is specically designed with young preschoolers in mind as they begin to explore and learn new language and social skills through play in a group setting.Hoover M/W/F 9-11:30 AM$275/monMighty OaksM/W/F 9-11:30 AM$275/monNorthrop M/W/F 12:30-3:15 PM$275/mon 4-5 Year Oldsas of 9/1/2021TRAILBLAZERS Our 4-5 year old Trailblazers is for children headed to kindergarten the following school year. Hoover M-F 1:15-3:45 PM $355/monM-F 9:45 AM-3:45 PM $775/monMighty OaksM-F 9-11:30 AM $355/monM-F 1:15-3:45 PM $355/monM-F 9:45 AM-3:45 PM $775/monNorthrop M-F 12:45-3:45 PM $355/mon 3-5 Year Oldsas of 9/1/2021PATHFINDERS Our 3-5 year old Pathnders class provides children an opportunity to learn in a group of multiage peers. Hoover M-F 9-11:30 AM $355/monM-F 1:15-3:45 PM $355/monMighty OaksM-F 9-11:30 AM $355/monM-F 1:15-3:45 PM $355/monNorthrop M-Th 12:30-3:30 PM $315/mon4-5 Year Oldsas of 9/1/2021STEM STEM is all about exploring, observing, predicting and questioning and your preschooler will be encouraged plan, create and problem solve with help from our teachers. Mighty Oaks M-F 1:15-3:45 PM $355/mon 2021-2022 Preschool Class Schedulewww.rochesterschools.org/academics/preschool507-328-4020*Class times and calendars are tentative. PARENTING EDUCATION DAY: Parents participate in their child’s classroom experience once each week followed by an educator led parent discussion with topics exploring the many facets of parenting a preschooler and the developmental domains of early childhood.Everyone Connects!

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