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Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register Everyone Connects!Everyone Connects!Enrichment: 507-328-4000ECFE/PAiiR: 507-328-4020www.rochesterce.org/registerWINTER 2024 ECFE: Nurturing Your Newborn page 6Preschool Palspage 11
Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register TABLE OF CONTENTSECFE/PAIIR ........................... 2Age Group Classes ................... 2Focus Classes ............................ 3Non-Separating Classes ............ 3Online Classes ........................... 4Play with Purpose ...................... 5Support Groups ........................ 6Week By Week .......................... 6Yearlong .................................... 7PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT ................. 10 Art ............................................. 10Dance ........................................ 10Imagination/Creativity .............. 11Kids in the Kitchen .................... 11Language ................................... 11Science ...................................... 12Sports ........................................ 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 SCREENINGOur early childhood programs set out to engage your child in hands on learning through exploration and play as well as engaging parents in learning about ways you can support your child’s growth and development. We are excited to offer more opportunities for your family this winter.Northrop Education Center • 201 8th St NW • Rochester, MN 55901Ofce Hours: Monday-Friday • 8 AM-4:30 PM@parentsareimportantinrochester @ecferochestermn@RochesterCE @rochestermncommunityedTransportation available upon request
1Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register • September through May• Scholarships available• 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 performing 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 benets. 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 still open for 2023-2024! Class information on page 8.Call 507-328-4024 for more information or register today at preschool.rochesterschools.org/o/pre
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 2AGE GROUP CLASSESEach class offers 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)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 305, 3070113.220 W Jan 10–Mar 20 9:30-11:15 AMToddler/Twos (18-30 Months)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 3070120.220 Tu Jan 9–Mar 19 9:30-11 AM2 & 3 Year Olds11 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 305, 3070201.220 Th Jan 11–Mar 21 9:30-11:15 AM2-4 Year Olds9 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070241.220 M Jan 8–Mar 18 9:30-11:15 AMSkip: Jan 15, Feb 19Little Inventors (3-5 Years)11 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 302, 307A0319.220 Th Jan 11–Mar 21 9:15-11:15 AMEveryone Connects!Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), also known as PAiiR, is a public school program for families with children ages birth to kindergarten enrollment. Both parents and children participate in ECFE. The program recognizes that parents are a child’s rst and most important teacher and offers high-quality parent and early education. The mission of ECFE is to strengthen families with young children through education and support. We look forward to seeing you in one or more of our many ECFE class options.ECFE classes include the following components:PACT (Parent and Child Time): Class includes parent and child interaction time, circle time with books, songs, and activities all designed to enhance a child’s learning. Parents also get great ideas to take home to enjoy with the whole family.Parent Time: Parents participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. The parent discussion focuses on research-based topics related to both child and parent learning, and also allows time to connect with other parents of young children.Children’s Time: While the parents are in the discussion, children are learning through play, activities, songs and literature designed to enhance development, creativity, and imagination. A licensed early childhood teacher facilitates the children’s classroom experience.
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 3 = Online Class = Limited sibling care available = Evening class FOCUS CLASSESEach class offers 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 a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors (3 Years through Kindergarten)No Fee–Registration Required– 9 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070211.220 M Jan 8–Mar 18 5:45-7:45 PM Skip: Jan 15, Feb 19Parenting a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors 2.0 (3 Years-Grade 5) 9 SessionsLocation: Online0212.220 M Jan 8–Mar 18 8:15-9:15 PM Skip: Jan 15, Feb 19NON-SEPARATING CLASSESYou and your child will remain together for the entire class. Each class offers 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. Caregivers welcome.Baby & Me (0-12 Months)11 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 3050012.220 Tu Jan 9–Mar 19 1-2:30 PMEarly Ones (9-18 Months)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050121.220 Tu Jan 9–Mar 19 9:30-11 AMFun Ones (10-23 Months)9 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050110.220 F Jan 12–Mar 22 9-10:15 AMSkip: Jan 19, Mar 1Pay what you can using the sliding fee scale as a guide. ECFE Sliding Fee Scale information is available on our website: www.rochesterce.org/o/ce/page/early-childhood-family-education-ecfeScan the QR code to register today!
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 4ONLINE 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.Parent Book Club: The Whole-Brain Child - Online Course 11 SessionsLocation: Online0825.220 Th Jan 11–Mar 21 8-9 PM Parenting Strategies Video Library Find it tricky to t in our in-person classes, but want to learn more about effective parenting strategies? Sign up for our exclusive online video library created by ECFE/PAiiR educators about topics from toilet training, to emotions, to play. This self-paced option allows you to access information you need, when you need it. Upon registration you will receive a conrmation email containing the link to view our videos.$5 w/ECFE Course, $10 w/o ECFE CourseLocation: Online0926.220 Su-Sa Jan 1–Mar 31 12 AM-11:59 PMJoin us at the Rochester Public Library for Bedtime Stories!Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5Rochester Public Library Auditorium6-7:30 PM No registration neededStories, songs, and fun for the whole familyTransportation available upon request
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 5 = Online Class = Limited sibling care available = 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 MONDAYSParents will move to a separate room for a parent discussion.Winter Fun for Families (2-5 Years)3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0635.220 M Jan 8–29 5:45-7 PM Skip: Jan 15All About Me (2-5 Years)3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0657.220 M Feb 5–26 5:45-7 PM Skip: Feb 19Music Makers (2-5 Years)3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0658.220 M Mar 4–18 5:45-7 PM TERRIFIC TUESDAYSArt, Movement, Science (2-5 Years)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020671.220 Tu Jan 9–Mar 19 9:30-11 AMWONDERFUL WEDNESDAYSMove and Learn (3-5 Years)6 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 210, Gym0615.220 W Feb 14–Mar 20 1-2:45 PMSUPER SATURDAYSHibernation Station (2-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020642.220 Sa Jan 20 9:30-11 AMBreakfast and Books (0-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020640.220 Sa Feb 10 9:30-11 AMAway We Go! (0-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020739.220 Sa Mar 9 9:30-11 AM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 6SUPPORT GROUPSSupport groups are a gathering of people with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, advice and support. Each class offers 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. Registration is required.Parenting a Child with Special Needs (Birth-Grade 5)No Fee–Registration Required– 3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 305, 307A0720.220 Tu Jan 9, Feb 13, Mar 12 5:45-7:30 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 offers the ECFE class experience including PACT.Nurturing Your Newborn (0-4 Months)No Fee–Registration Required– 1 Session • 2-3 PMLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050002.220 M Jan 80002.221 M Jan 220002.222 M Jan 290002.223 M Feb 50002.224 M Feb 120002.225 M Feb 260002.226 M Mar 40002.227 M Mar 110002.228 M Mar 18Stay and Play (0-5 Years)This is a separating class.1 Session • 10-11:30 AMLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, 307A0611.220 F Jan 120611.221 F Jan 260611.222 F Feb 20611.223 F Feb 90611.224 F Feb 160611.225 F Feb 230611.226 F Mar 80611.227 F Mar 150611.228 F Mar 22Register by November 14 for November 16 First Draw.First Draw is a lottery used with ECFE/PAiiR registration. All registrations received before First Draw are treated the same. At First Draw, we use the lottery to determine who gets into classes that are over-enrolled. Email conrmations will be sent out after draw. After First Draw is complete, registration is rst come, rst served. Payment is due with registration.
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 7 = Limited sibling care available = Evening class YEARLONGOpen 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 and will be enrolled if space is available.1-3 Year Olds Yearlong (12-42 Months)9 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 3070113.221 F Jan 12–Mar 22 9:30-11:15 AMSkip: Jan 19, Mar 1Toddler Yearlong (12-42 Months)9 Sessions Location: Northrop–Rm 305, 307A0111.220 M Jan 8–Mar 18 9:30-11:15 AMSkip: Jan 15, Feb 19It takes a village to raise a child, so stop by the ofce and let us introduce ourselves, help you navigate our program and welcome you into your NEW village.Are you NEW to Rochester, NEW to ECFE/PAiiR, or NEW to Parenting? Dad & Me Yearlong (0-5 Years)11 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 302, 3080660.220 W Jan 10–Mar 20 9:30-11:15 AMNight Owl Preschool Yearlong (3-5 Year Olds)21 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, Rm 3070350.220 Tu, ThJan 9–Mar 21 5:30-7:30 PM Skip: Feb 27CE WEATHERLINEFor weather-related announcements, call 507-328-4010.
Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 8Look for RPS Preschool information coming to you in late December. Preschool Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens Monday, January 22, 2024.If you’re interested in nding out more about what we do, you can join us at one of our Open House Events or Virtual Information Sessions that are listed below. OPEN HOUSESNorthrop Monday, January 8, 2024 || 9-11:30 AM or 12:30-3:30 PM Hoover Early Learning School Thursday, January 11, 2024 || 5-7 PM Mighty Oaks Early Learning School Thursday, January 18, 2024 || 5-7 PMVIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS Tuesday , January 9, 2024 - 12 PM Tuesday, January 16, 2024 - 7 PM Scan QR code to register
Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 9CLASS TYPESEXPLORERS 3 Year Olds The Explorers class is specically designed with young preschoolers in mind as they begin to explore and learn new language and social skills through play in a group setting. Children must be 3 years of age by 9/1/2023. PATHFINDERS 3-5 Year Olds The Pathnders is a multiage class providing children an opportunity to learn in a group of multiage peers. Children must be at least 3 years of age by 9/1/2023. TRAILBLAZERS 4-5 Year Olds The Trailblazers class is for children headed to kindergarten the following school year. Children must be at least 4 years of age by 9/1/2023.STEM 4-5 Year Olds STEM is all about exploring, observing, predicting and questioning and your preschooler will be encouraged to plan, create and problem solve with help from our teachers. Children must be at least 4 years of age by 9/1/2023.For more information and registration: preschool.rochesterschools.org/o/pre2023-24 Registration Open!Scholarships Available!
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 10* = Partnership class = Evening class SCIENCEPLANETARIUM CLASSES The $20 fee is a per family fee. Register one Adult only. As you continue in the registration you will need to indicate total number of seats needed before paying.Perfect Little Planet (3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)Join us at the Planetarium! Imagine the ultimate space vacation! What if you could travel the galaxy to nd that ideal place? Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms at Jupiter. Walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. $20–1 Session PER FAMILY (indicate number of seats during registration)Location: Mayo High–Rm 1-226 Planetarium–Enter through door #6.1605.211 Tu Jan 286:30-7:30 PM 1605.212 Th Mar 126:30-7:30 PM 1605.213 Tu Mar 176:30-7:30 PM Star Lite, Star Brite, Rochester Sky at Nite (3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)Families make a simple Kepler Star Wheel. This tool helps you nd stars in the night sky. We will use the star wheel while taking a tour of the current night sky above Rochester. An adult must accompany and participate with child. $20–1 Session PER FAMILY (indicate number of seats during registration)Location: Mayo High–Rm 1-226 Planetarium–Enter through door #6.1606.211 Th Feb 66:30-7:30 PM 1606.212 Tu Apr 76:30-7:30 PM SPORTSBasketball (4-6 Years/Adult)Expose your 4-6 year old to the fundamentals of basketball. Dribbling, passing, and shooting will be modied for our mini players. An adult must accompany and participate with the child.$38–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1804.211 Tu Jan 21-Feb 45:45-6:30 PM 1804.212 Tu Jan 21-Feb 46:45-7:30 PM Soccer (4-6 Years/Adult)Soccer for preschoolers teaches the basics of soccer, including dribbling, passing, and kicking. Working together, we will enrich your child’s soccer skills. An adult must accompany and participate with the child.$38–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1802.211 Tu Feb 18-Mar 35:45-6:30 PM 1802.212 Tu Feb 18-Mar 36:45-7:30 PM Tiny Tot Gym and Story Time (18 Months-5 Years/Adult)Colder temperatures can make getting your wiggles out tough. Our gym is the perfect place to let loose and have some fun, without all of the bulky winter gear! Join us for an hour of play, followed by 30 minutes of relaxing story time to get your child ready for lunch and an afternoon rest. Adult/child class.$55–4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1806.201 Tu Jan 21-Feb 11 9:30-11:15 AM1806.202 Th Jan 23-Feb 13 9:30-11:15 AM1806.203 Tu Feb 18-Mar 10 9:30-11:15 AM1806.204 Th Feb 20-Mar 12 9:30-11:15 AMCE WEATHERLINEFor weather-related announcements, call 507-328-4010.See page 31 for more information.27* = Partnership class = Evening class (See pg. 31 for more information)PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENTJ.E.T.S. GYMNASTICSJ.E.T.S. classes are designed to teach beginning gymnastic with a curriculum that focuses on basic gross motor development, socialization, and positive behavior management in a fun, high-energy atmosphere. Dress in comfortable clothing; no jeans, dresses, or buckles. Location: J.E.T.S. Gym, 2440 Clare Ln NEPuddle Jumpers (18 Months-3 Years/Adult) *Our instructors will guide the adults who, in turn, guide their children through various loco-motor development activities. The goal is to bias children positively to all types of new learning experiences. Children will gain vocabulary skills, gymnastics denitions, and an introduction to equipment. This is a wonderful opportunity to bond with your child. $65–4 Sessions1860.201P Tu Jan 7-28 9:30-10:15 AM1860.202P W Jan 8-296:30-7:15 PM 1860.203P Tu Feb 4-25 9:30-10:15 AM1860.204P W Feb 5-266:30-7:15 PM 1860.205P Tu Mar 3-24 9:30-10:15 AM1860.206P W Mar 4-256:30-7:15 PM Tomcats (3 Years) *Activities include basic tumbling and apparatus work, as well as social skill development. Students will add to skills worked on in Puddle Jumpers and spend more time on tumbling, balance beams, bars, and trampolines. These classes are designed to break down skills to help the gymnast progress at their own pace.$65–4 Sessions1861.201P W Jan 8-295:40-6:25 PM 1861.202P W Feb 5-265:40-6:25 PM 1861.203P W Mar 4-255:40-6:25 PM Falcons (4 Years) *Activities include basic tumbling and apparatus work, as well as social skill development. Students will work on more specic skills, spending more time on tumbling, balance beams, bars, and trampolines, etc. These classes are designed to break down skills to help the gymnast learn the correct form and progress at their own pace.$65–4 Sessions1862.201P Tu Jan 7-28 10:20-11:05 AM1862.202P Tu Feb 4-25 10:20-11:05 AM1862.203P Tu Mar 3-24 10:20-11:05 AMROCHESTER FIGURE SKATING CLUBRochester Figure Skating Club (RFSC) instructors use the Learn2Skate USA curriculum, which is sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating and USAHockey. It is strongly recommended that participants wear a helmet during class. Skate rental is available for $2 per lesson. Location: Rochester Recreation Center, 21 Elton Hills Dr. NWLearn2Skate for Preschool (3-6 Years) *Beginning skating lessons will be offered for our youngest skaters (preschool through kindergarten age). These classes have a small student to teacher ratio and focus on “fun” while learning the basics of skating with SnowPlow Sam.$126–7 Sessions1790.201P Tu Jan 7-Feb 25Skip Feb 46-6:30 PM 1790.202P Th Jan 9-Feb 27Skip Feb 66-6:30 PM 1790.203P F Jan 10-Feb 28Skip Feb 76:15-6:45 PM 1790.204P Sa Jan 11-Feb 29Skip Feb 810-10:30 AM $144–8 Sessions1790.205P Tu Mar 10-May 12Skip Mar 21, Apr 146-6:30 PM 1790.206P Th Mar 12-May 14Skip April 2, 166-6:30 PM 1790.207P F Mar 6-May 15Skip Mar 20, Apr 3,176:15-6:45 PM 1790.208P Sa Mar 7-May 16Skip Mar 21, Apr 4,1810-10:30 AMPreschool Enrichment Winter 2020 | 507-328-4000 | www.rochesterce.org/register 28PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENTPreschool Enrichment Classes through Community Education offer something for all of our earliest learners from birth through 6 years old. Courses vary from one-time sessions as well as classes that meet regularly. Explore enrichment opportunities such as sports, arts, and science. ARTPreschool Painters (3-5 Years/Adult)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101523.211 Hearts and FlowersSa Feb 10 9:30-11 AM1523.212 April ShowersSa Apr 27 9:30-11 AMMessy Hands (3-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101525.211 Th Mar 14 10 AM-12 PMMother’s Day Fun (3-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 210Ages 3-4 1527.211Sa May 11 9:30-11 AMAges 5-61527.212Sa May 11 11:15 AM-12:45 PMDANCEDance Connection Ballet (3-5 Years) *$99–8 SessionsLocation: Dance Connection Studio1200.211P M Jan 22–Mar 18 6:30-7 PM Skip: Feb 191200.212P Th Feb 1–Mar 21 6-6:30 PM 1200.213P Th Feb 1–Mar 21 6:30-7 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 11* = Partnership class = Evening class IMAGINATION/CREATIVITYDiscover: Frogs! (4-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101506.211 Sa Mar 23 10-11:30 AMParents’ Night Out (3-6 Years)$29–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101504.211 Tu Feb 13 5:30-7:30 PM 1504.212 Th Apr 11 5:30-7:30 PM Teddy Bear Picnic (3-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101505.211 Tu Mar 5 10-11:30 AMKIDS IN THE KITCHENPreschool Pals: Afternoon Snacks (3-6 Years/Adult)$29–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 1091526.211 M Jan 8 1-2:30 PM1526.212 M Mar 4 1-2:30 PMPreschool Pals: Just So Sweet (3-6 Years/Adult)$29–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 1091521.211 M Feb 12 10-11:30 AMPreschool Pals: 90s Kick Back (3-6 Years/Adult)$29–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 1091503.211 W Apr 17 10-11:30 AMLANGUAGEBaby Signing Time (3-36 Months/Adult)$58–8 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101511.211 W Feb 21–Apr 17 5:30-6:15 PM Skip: Apr 31511.212 W Feb 21–Apr 17 6:30-7:15 PM Skip: Apr 3
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 12* = Partnership class = Evening class SCIENCELittle Hands STEAM Experience (3-5 Years)$44–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101611.211 Th Jan 11–25 9:30-11:30 AM1611.212 Th Feb 8–22 9:30-11:30 AM1611.213 Th Apr 11–25 9:30-11:30 AM1611.214 Th May 2–16 9:30-11:30 AMPlanetarium: “Let’s Go To Jupiter’s and Saturn’s Moons!” (3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)$6–1 SessionLocation: Mayo–Planetarium1607.211 Th Feb 15 6:30-7:30 PM Planetarium: “Let’s Go To The Sun” (3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)$6–1 SessionLocation: Mayo–Planetarium1605.211 Tu Mar 26 6:30-7:30 PM Planetarium: “Space Shapes” (3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)$6–1 SessionLocation: Mayo–Planetarium1608.211 Th Apr 18 10:30-11:40 AMScan the QR code to register today!CE WEATHERLINEFor weather-related announcements, call 507-328-4010.
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 13* = Partnership class = Evening class SPORTSBasketball (3-6 Years/Adult)$42–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–GymAges 3-41804.211Sa Apr 13–27 11:30 AM-12:15 PMAges 5-61804.212Sa Apr 13–27 12:30-1:15 PMGiggles and Wiggles (3-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 210, Gym1428.211 Sa Feb 10 1-2:30 PMRochester Figure Skating Club: Learn2Skate for Beginners (4-6 Years) *Location: Rochester Recreation Center$168–7 Sessions1790.211P Tu Jan 9-Feb 20 6-6:30 PM 1790.212P Th Jan 11-Feb 22 6-6:30 PM 1790.213P F Jan 12-Feb 23 6:15-6:45 PM 1790.214P Sa Jan 13-Feb 24 11-11:30 AM$188–8 Sessions1790.215P Tu Mar 5-May 14 6-6:30 PM 1790.216P Th Mar 7-May 16 6-6:30 PM 1790.217P F Mar 8-May 17 6:15-6:45 PM 1790.218P Sa Mar 9-May 18 11-11:30 AMSoccer (3-6 Years/Adult)$42–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1802.211 Ages 3-4Sa Apr 13–27 9:30-10:15 AM1802.212 Ages 5-6Sa Apr 13–27 10:30-11:15 AMSoccer Shots Mini (2-3 Years/Adult) *$200 w/o Jersey, $230 w/Jersey– 10 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1806.211P Tu Jan 9–Mar 129-9:30 AM1806.213P Sa Jan 20–Mar 239-9:30 AMLocation: Jefferson–Old Small Gym1806.212P Tu Jan 10–Mar 135-5:30 PM Soccer Shots Classic (3-5 Years/Adult) *$200 w/o Jersey, $230 w/Jersey– 10 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1805.211P Tu Jan 9–Mar 12 9:35-10:05 AM1805.212P Tu Jan 9–Mar 12 10:10-10:40 AM1805.215P Sa Jan 20–Mar 23 9:35-10:05 AM1805.216P Sa Jan 20-Mar 23 10:10-10:40 AMLocation: Jefferson–Old Small Gym1805.213P W Jan 10–Mar 13 5:35-6:05 PM 1805.214P W Jan 10–Mar 13 6:10-6:40 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 14* = Partnership class = Evening class J.E.T.S. GYMNASTICS$75–4 SessionsLocation: J.E.T.S. Gymnastics 2440 Clare Lane NE. Puddle Jumpers (18 Months-3 Years/Adult) *1860.211P Tu Jan 2-23 9:30-10:15 AM1860.212P W Jan 3-24 6:10-6:55 PM 1860.213P Tu Feb 6-27 9:30-10:15 AM1860.214P W Feb 7-28 6:10-6:55 PM 1860.215P Tu Mar 5-26 9:30-10:15 AM1860.216P W Mar 6-27 6:10-6:55 PM 1860.217P Tu May 7-28 9:30-10:15 AM1860.218P W May 8-29 6:10-6:55 PM Tomcats (3 Years) *1861.211P Tu Jan 2-23 10:20-11:05 AM1861.212P W Jan 3-24 5:20-6:05 PM 1861.213P Tu Feb 6-27 10:20-11:05 AM1861.214P W Feb 7-28 5:20-6:05 PM 1861.215P Tu Mar 5-26 10:20-11:05 AM1861.216P W Mar 6-27 5:20-6:05 PM 1861.217P Tu May 7-28 10:20-11:05 AM1861.218P W May 8-29 5:20-6:05 PM Falcons (4 Years) *1862.211P Tu Jan 2-23 11:10-11:55 AM1862.212P W Jan 3-24 4:30-5:15 PM1862.213P Tu Feb 6-27 11:10-11:55 AM1862.214P W Feb 7-28 4:30-5:15 PM1862.215P Tu Mar 5-26 11:10-11:55 AM1862.216P W Mar 6-27 4:30-5:15 PM1862.217P Tu May 7-28 11:10-11:55 AM1862.218P W May 8-29 4:30-5:15 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 15* = Partnership class = Evening class Share family meals to boost your child’s vocabulary & learningSharing family meals with your preschooler is a great way to enhance learning. Experts say children who regularly eat at least one meal a day with their families are healthier and have better grades. It turns out that family mealtime is even more important than playtime, story time and other family events to increase vocabulary.Try these mealtime tips:• Plan for meals. Have your child help you make menus for the week and create a grocery list.• Let your child help with meal preparation by measuring ingredients and stirring. Show your preschooler how to set and clear the table.• Make mealtime fun. Put dinner in a box or bag, and spread out a blanket on the oor for a picnic. Or, create a story during mealtime. Begin with the words “Once upon a time …” and go around the table so everyone can add a new sentence until the story is over.• Teach manners—napkins in laps, chew with mouth closed, say please and thank you, etc.• Keep talk positive. Have each family member tell one good thing about their day.• Start traditions. You might make pancakes on Saturday mornings, tacos on Tuesday nights or eat soup and sandwiches on Sunday nights.• Be creative. If your family can’t eat dinner together, gather for another meal, such as breakfast. You could even schedule a virtual meal with extended family using a video chat program.For more tips and information on the importance of family meals, visit The Family Dinner Project at www.thefamilydinnerproject.org.
Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 16INTRODUCE YOUR CHILD TO THE world of musicResearch shows that listening to music primes the brain for learning. It can boost children’s listening skills, improve concentration, promote creativity, build social skills and strengthen math and literacy skills.To incorporate music into your preschooler’s daily life:• Play music during chore time. Whether you’re cleaning up after dinner, folding laundry or picking up a room, music can make the task more enjoyable.• Listen to music on the go. If you’re in a car, play some tunes and sing along. Traveling by bus? Share a pair of earbuds and listen together.• Sing to your child throughout the day. Make up silly songs together. Sing a few lullabies at bedtime.• Give your child musical experiences. Participating in preschool is one way. Music is a big part of a preschool curriculum. Look for free virtual music performances in your community, too. Source: N. Kraus, Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World, The MIT Press.
Early Childhood Winter 2023 | www.rochesterce.org/register 17Lindsey Cantwell Memorial ScholarshipLinda Munson Memorial ScholarshipIf you’ve had a positive experience with ECFE/PAiiR programming, we ask you to consider donating to our scholarships so that others may also experience the opportunity to benet and grow from our support and education just as your family did. Scan the QR code below to help fund future education for local families.connect 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 with a professional parent educator to talk about your questions or concerns in-person or video chat.Sign up for a time slot by scanning the QR Code below. Sign ups are private.Questions? ambaker@rochesterschools.org 507-328-4021Parent Engagement MattersJoin the PAiiR/School Readiness Advisory Council!Call us for more information: 507-328-4020DONATE TODAY!Preschool Enrichment and ECFE/PAIIR NEED you!Employment opportunities are available within Rochester Public Schools. Early childhood classroom experience is desired. Contact Adam McCaleb at 507-328-4052 or email at admccaleb@rochesterschools.org.
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