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Message Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register Everyone Connects!Everyone Connects!ECFE/PAiiR: 507-328-4020Enrichment: 507-328-4000www.rochesterce.org/registerSPRING+SUMMER 2025 Big Yellow School Bus page 3 Growing Gardeners page 5Superhero Academy page 11Wheels, Wings, & Things page 11
Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025TABLE OF CONTENTSECFE/PAIIR ....................................2Age Group Classes ................... 2All Aboard the Big Yellow School Bus ...................... 3Focus Classes ............................ 4Non-Separating Classes ............ 4Online Class............................... 4Play with Purpose ...................... 5Support Groups ........................ 6Week By Week .......................... 6Yearlong .................................... 7PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT ..........................10Art ............................................. 10Early Childhood Skills ................ 10Fun & Games ............................. 10Imagination/Creativity .............. 11Music ......................................... 11Science ...................................... 11Sports ........................................ 12Rochester Public Schools provides a free comprehensive developmental screening for any child 3 years old to kindergarten enrollment. Northrop Education Center201 8th St. NWRochester, MN 55901www.rochesterce.org/ecscreeningEARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENINGThis year marks 50 years of ECFE in Rochester! For half a century, we’ve been dedicated to supporting families with young children, and we are deeply grateful for your participation. We look forward to a year lled with engaging classes and special events to celebrate this milestone.Northrop Education Center • 201 8th St NW • Rochester, MN 55901Ofce Hours: Monday-Friday • 8 AM-4:30 PM@parentsareimportantinrochester @ecferochestermn@RochesterCE @rochestermncommunityedTransportation available upon requestScan the QR code to book an appointment or call 507-328-4004.
13-5 More information on page 16.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 benefits. 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 flourish.RPS Preschool has earned a Four-Star rating from Minnesota’s Parent Aware Quality Rating System, as a result of our commitment to quality curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.preschool.rochesterschools.org4-Star Ratedpreschool.rochesterschools.orgrochesterce@rochesterschools.org • 507-328-4020
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | 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)6 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 305, 307A0113.320 W Apr 9–May 219:15-11 AMSkip: May 72 & 3 Year Olds 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 3070120.320 Tu Apr 8–May 20 9:15-11 AM2-4 Year Olds 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070241.320 M Apr 7–May 19 9:15-11 AMLittle Inventors (3-5 Years) 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070319.320 Th Apr 10–May 22 9-11 AMToddler/Twos (18-30 Months) 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0201.320 Th Apr 10–May 22 9:15-10:45 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. Scan the QR code to register today!
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 3 = Online Class = Limited sibling care available = Evening class ALL ABOARD THE BIG YELLOW SCHOOL BUSLearn about school bus safety through art, song and discussion. Children will take a ride on the school bus and practice school bus safety. Parents will meet with a representative from Rochester Public Schools Transportation Department. This class is for children who will begin kindergarten in September 2025. Parents move to a separate room for a parent discussion.1 SessionLocation: Northrop0511.320 Sa May 17 10-11 AMRm 302, 307A0511.321 M May 19 6-7 PM Rm 303, 307A0511.322 W May 21 6-7 PM Rm 302, 307ASaturday, May 10, 202510 AM-12:30 PM + 1:30-2:30 PM ConcertGoose Egg Park at Northrop Community Education CenterSave the Date!31st Annual Transportation FairPhoto Credit: Todd RosenbergDon’t miss out on this family and community favorite made even more special this year with an OPEN HOUSE to tour the classrooms at Northrop and a concert by Five-Time Grammy® Nominee JUSTIN ROBERTS. His fun, lively music is perfect for children and their grown-ups. He will keep kids moving and engaged while adults will appreciate his clever lyrics and insight into children. Food will be available to purchase between the Transportation Fair and throughout the concert.JUSTIN ROBERTS in concert
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 4NON-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) 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050012.320 Tu Apr 8–May 20 12:30-2 PMEarly Ones (9-18 Months) 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050121.320 Tu Apr 8–May 20 9:15-10:45 AMFun Ones (10-23 Months)7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3050112.320 F Apr 11–May 23 9-10:15 AMONLINE CLASSYou’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.Parenting Strategies Video Library $5 w/ECFE Course, $10 w/o ECFE Course Location: Online0926.320 Apr 1–Jun 30Transportation available upon requestIt 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? 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 (3-5 Years) No Fee–7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070211.320 M Apr 7–May 19 5:45-7:45 PM Parenting a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors 2.0 (3 Years-Third Grade) No Fee–7 SessionsLocation: Online0212.320 M Apr 7–May 19 8:15-9:15 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | 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. Parents will move to a separate room for a parent discussion.MAGNIFICENT MONDAYSNuts About Nature (2-5 Years)3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0656.320 M Apr 7–21 5:45-7 PM Babies and Books (0-12 Months)3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 307A0657.320 M Apr 28–May 12 5:45-7 PM TERRIFIC TUESDAYSPreschool Pop-Up (2-5 Years) 4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020671.320 Tu Apr 8–29 9:15-10:45 AMMusic & Movement (2-5 Years) 3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020672.320 Tu May 6–20 9:15-10:45 AMSUPER SATURDAYSGrowing Gardeners (2-5 Years)1 SessionLocation: Northrop–Rm 3020640.320 Sa Apr 12 9:30-11 AMPay what you can using the sliding fee scale as a guide.ECFE Sliding Fee Scale information is available on our website: www.rochesterce.org/early-childhood/faqCE WEATHERLINEFor weather-related announcements, call 507-328-4010.
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | 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–2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 305, 307A0720.320 Tu Apr 8–May 13 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.Friday Fun (0-5 Years)1 Session • 10-11:30 AMLocation: Northrop–Rm 304, 307A0611.320 F Apr 110611.321 F Apr 180611.322 F Apr 250611.323 F May 20611.324 F May 90611.325 F May 160611.326 F May 23 Register by February 18 for February 20 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.MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Our next Early Childhood booklet, featuring Fall programming, will arrive in your mailbox by late July 2025.
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | 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)7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 303, 302, 3070110.320 F Apr 11–May 23 9:15-11 AMDad & Me Yearlong (0-5 Years)6 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym, 307, 303, 3020660.320 W Apr 9–May 21 9:15-11 AMSkip: May 7Night Owl Preschool Yearlong (3-5 Year Olds)14 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 302, 3070350.320 Tu, Th Apr 8–May 22 5:30-7:30 PM Toddler Yearlong (12-42 Months) 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 305, 307A0111.320 M Apr 7–May 19 9:15-11 AMFamily Storytime and Early Literacy ActivitiesBedtime Stories (0-5 Years)Pajama parties have never been more fun than this! Wind down the day with special bedtime stories and activities for you and your child. This is a great way to mix up your bedtime routine and enjoy the end of the day together. Parents and children remain together for the entire class.0681.320 Tu May 6Northrop Rm 3056-7:30 PM Registration RequiredStories, songs, and fun for the whole family Connect with us!@parentsareimportantinrochester @ecferochestermn
Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 8https://forms.gle/rttPxNk563Lm9eho7Everyone Connects! @parentsareimportantinrochester @ecferochestermnHave you been a part of Rochester ECFE/PAiiR? In celebration of our 50th Anniversary, we would love to hear your stories and see your photos! GUEST SPEAKER Dianne Haulcy Assistant Commissioner of Early ChildhoodAs part of our 50th Anniversary of ECFE we are bringing an exciting speaker to share insight with parents, providers, and community members. Dianne will speak of her work on systems change for children and families. She will get the audience engaged in a discussion about talking to children about race.Limited child care will be available during the event. We suggest registering in advance to assure we will have appropriate stafng. Dakota Middle School–Auditorium0710.220 M Feb 17 5:30-6:30 PM Your memories are invaluable as we reect on our history and demonstrate our impact. Sharing these moments also helps us secure future funding from the State. Scan the QR code below to share your ECFE experiences with us!ECFE FAMILY TALENT SHOWMarch 15, 202510 AMWillow Creek AuditoriumThis family-friendly event is packed with fun for all ages, featuring amazing student and adult performances. Enjoy a lively mix of music, juggling acts, and many more surprises! Bring your friends and family to cheer on these talented performers! Come one, come all to the Early Childhood Talent Show!
Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 9Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register Throughout the 2024-25 school year, we will be hosting events, small and large, to celebrate our 50 years of serving the Rochester early childhood community! Most of these events are tailored to 0-5 year olds and their families. We look forward to seeing you!Guest Speaker, Dianne Haulcy, Assistant Commissioner of Early ChildhoodFebruary 17, 2025 • 5:30-6:30 PMDakota Middle School, 5501 65th St. NW, Rochester, MN 55901We are thrilled to have an opportunity for an interactive discussion with a well-known Minnesota advocate for children and families. Dianne will meet with community members, including childcare providers and programs for families as well as parents who attend Rochester ECFE.ECFE Library Event February 20, 2025 • 5-6 PMRochester Public LibraryJoin ECFE at the Rochester Public Library for an engaging family event. Library staff will interact with children, read a book, and take families on a tour. This is a great time to get a library card, as well.ECFE Family Talent ShowSaturday, March 15 • 10amWillow Creek Middle School AuditoriumGet your act together and share the fun with ECFE families and staff, past and present. The entertainment will showcase a variety of family-friendly performances and is sure to be a memorable event. Tune your guitar, practice your moves, and prepare to share the special talents your family has or just come to enjoy watching others.Transportation Fair & Open HouseMay 10, 2025 • 10 AM-12:30 PMGoose Egg Park, 198 10th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901Don’t miss out on this family and community favorite made even more special this year with an Open House to tour the classrooms at Northrop.Come explore the vehicles that ignite your young child’s imagination! Food will be available to purchase.Family Concert After the Fair! featuring Justin RobertsMay 10, 2025 • 1:30-2:30 PMGoose Egg Park, 198 10th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901Beginning shortly after the transportation fair, ve-time GRAMMY® Nominee Justin Roberts will take the stage. His fun, lively music is perfect for children and their grown-ups. Food and memorabilia will be available to purchase throughout the concert.Rochester ECFE/PAiiR 50th AnniversaryTO THEGuideDon’t Miss A Thing!Check our social media for the most up-to-date information.@parentsareimportantinrochester @ecferochestermn
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 10* = Partnership class = Evening class Preschool 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. ARTCrafty Kids (3-6 Years)$29–1 SessionLocation: Hoover–Rm 1481801.401 F Jun 13 9:30-11:30 AM EARLY CHILDHOOD SKILLSLittle Life Skills (3-5 Years)$46–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101454.301 Tu Apr 29–May 13 9:30-11:30 AM FUN & GAMESFun in the Sun (3-6 Years)$24–1 SessionLocation: Hoover–Gym & Fields1854.401 F Jul 11 9:30-11:30 AM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 11* = Partnership class = Evening class IMAGINATION/CREATIVITYAnimal Adventures (3-6 Years)$119–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Art Rm1856.401 M-Th Jun 30–Jul 3 9:30-11:30 AMConstruction Site Adventure (3-6 Years)$29–1 SessionLocation: Hoover–Art Rm1852.401 F Jun 27 9:30-11:30 AMM is for Minnesota (3-6 Years)$119–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1481356.401 M-Th Jun 9–12 9:30-11:30 AMNature Explorers (3-6 Years)$29–2 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101451.301 Sa May 3 & 179-10:30 AMSuperhero Academy (4-6 Years)$149–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1751853.401 M-Th Jul 7–10 9:30 AM-12:30 PMWheels, Wings, and Things (3-6 Years)$119–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1451851.401 M-Th Jun 23–26 9:30-11:30 AMMUSICMusic Makers (3-6 Years)$90–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Rm 1511855.401 M-W Jun 16–18 9:30-11:30 AMThe Music Class® with Chrissy’s Studio (6 Months-PreK) *$169–7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 1121508.301P Tu May 27–Jul 8 9:30-10:15 AM1508.302P W May 28–Jul 9 8:30-9:15 AM SCIENCEPlanetarium: “Black Holes Eat Doughnuts!” (3 Years-Gr 3. w/Adult)$6–1 SessionLocation: Mayo–Planetarium1863.301 Tu Apr 22 6:30-7:30 PM Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! (3-6 Years)$119–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Art Rm1859.401 M-Th Jul 21–24 9:30-11:30 AMLittle Hands STEAM Experience (4-6 Years)$48–3 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Rm 2101611.301 Tu Apr 29–May 13 12-1:30 PMLittle Scientists (3-6 Years)$119–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Art Rm1858.401 M-Th Jul 14–17 9:30-11:30 AM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 12* = Partnership class = Evening class SKYHAWKS – SPRING1st Down Tots (2-4 Years) *Location: Jefferson–Gym, Field $84–4 Sessions1437.301PAges 2-3Sa Apr 5–Apr 26 9-9:30 AM1437.302PAges 3-4Sa Apr 5–Apr 26 9:40-10:10 AM1437.303PAges 2-3M Apr 28–May 19 5-5:30 PM 1437.304PAges 3-4M Apr 28–May 19 5:40-6:10 PM $64–3 Sessions1437.305PAges 3-4Sa May 10–31 9:45-10:15 AMSkip: May 24Mini-Hawk Baseball (4-5 Years) *$91–4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1429.301P Th May 1–22 10:20-11:05 AMMini-Hawk Flag Football (4-5 Years) *Location: Jefferson–Gym Large, Field $91–4 Sessions1436.301PAges 4-5Sa Apr 5–Apr 26 10:20-11:05 AM1436.302PAges 4-5M Apr 28–May 19 6:20-7:05 PM $68–3 Sessions1436.303PAges 4-5Sa May 10–31 10:20-11:05 AMSkip: May 24Baseball Tots (2-4 Years) *$84–4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1275.301PAges 2-3Th May 1–22 9-9:30 AM1275.302PAges 3-4Th May 1–22 9:40-10:10 AM $64–3 SessionsLocation: Jefferson–Gym, Field1275.303PAges 2-3Sa May 10–31 9-9:30 AMSkip: May 241275.304PAges 3-4Sa May 10–31 12:25-12:55 PMSkip: May 24Mini-Hawk Soccer (4-5 Years) *$91–4 SessionsLocation: Bishop–Gym, Fields2273.301P Th May 1–22 6:20-7:05 PM SoccerTots (2-4 Years) *$84–4 SessionsLocation: Bishop–Gym, Fields2259.301PAges 2-3Th May 1–22 5-5:30 PM 2259.302PAges 3-4Th May 1–22 5:40-6:10 PM SPORTSRochester Figure Skating Club: Learn2Skate Snowplow Sam (4-6 Years) *$180–7 SessionsLocation: Rochester Recreation Center1790.401P Tu Jul 8–Aug 19 6-6:30 PM 1790.402P Th Jul 10–Aug 21 6-6:30 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 13* = Partnership class = Evening class Connect with us!@RochesterCE @rochestermncommunityedSOCCER SHOTS – SPRINGClassic (3-5 Years/Adult) *$178 w/o Jersey, $208 w/ Jersey 8 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1805.301P Tu Apr 1–May 20 9:35-10:05 AMMini (2-3 Years/Adult) *$178 w/o Jersey, $208 w/ Jersey 8 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1806.301P Tu Apr 1–May 20 9-9:30 AM Location: Sunset Terrace–Gym, Fields1806.303P M Apr 14–Jun 2 5-5:30 PMSkip: May 26 $156 w/o Jersey, $186 w/ Jersey 7 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1806.302P Sa Apr 12–Jun 7 9-9:30 AMSkip: May 10 & 24Older Classic (4-5 Years/Adult) *$156 w/o Jersey, $186 w/ Jersey 7 SessionsLocation: Sunset Terrace–Gym, Fields1905.302P M Apr 14–Jun 2 6:10-6:40 PM Skip: May 26 Location: Northrop–Gym1905.301P Sa Apr 12–Jun 7 10:10-10:40 AMYoung Classic (3-4 Years/Adult) *$156 w/o Jersey, $186 w/ Jersey 7 SessionsLocation: Sunset Terrace–Gym, Fields1808.302P M Apr 14–Jun 2 5:35-6:05 PM Skip: May 26 Location: Northrop–Gym1808.301P Sa Apr 12–Jun 7 9:35-10:05 AMSkip: May 10 & 24 Scan the QR code to register today!
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 14* = Partnership class = Evening class 14SOCCER SHOTS – SUMMERClassic (3-5 Years/Adult) *$192 includes Jersey–8 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria, Fields1805.401P Tu Jun 10–Aug 5 9:35-10:05 AMSkip: Jul 1Mini (2-3 Years/Adult) *$192 includes Jersey–8 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria, Fields1806.401P Tu Jun 10–Aug 5 9-9:30 AMSkip: Jul 11806.403P M Jun 16–Aug 11 5-5:30 PM Skip: Jun 30 $214 includes Jersey–9 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Fields1806.402P Sa Jun 14–Aug 16 9-9:30 AMSkip: Jul 5Older Classic (4-5 Years/Adult) *$192 includes Jersey–8 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria, Fields1905.402P M Jun 16–Aug 11 6:10-6:40 PM Skip: Jun 30 $214 includes Jersey–9 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Fields1905.401P Sa Jun 14–Aug 16 10:10-10:40 AMSkip: Jul 5Young Classic (3-4 Years/Adult) *$192 includes Jersey–8 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria, Fields1808.402P M Jun 16–Aug 11 5:35-6:05 PM Skip: Jun 30 $214 includes Jersey–9 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Fields1808.401P Sa Jun 14–Aug 16 9:35-10:05 AMSkip: Jul 5SKYHAWKS – SUMMER1st Down Tots (2-3 Years) *$69–4 SessionsLocation: Jefferson–Gym, Field1437.401P M Jun 9–30 5-5:30 PM HoopsterTots (2-3 Years) *$69–4 SessionsLocation: Churchill–Cafeteria/Gym1425.401P M Jul 14–Aug 4 5-5:30 PM Mini-Hawk Baseball (4-5 Years) *$79–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria/Gym1429.401P W Jul 16–Aug 6 5:40-6:40 PM Mini-Hawk Basketball (4-5 Years) *$79–4 SessionsLocation: Churchill–Cafeteria/Gym1435.401P M Jul 14–Aug 4 5:40-6:40 PM Mini-Hawk Flag Football (4-5 Years) *$79–4 SessionsLocation: Churchill–Cafeteria, Grounds 1436.401P M Jun 9–30 5:40-6:40 PM Baseball Tots (2-3 Years) *$69–4 SessionsLocation: Northrop–Gym1275.401P W Jul 16–Aug 6 5-5:30 PM Mini-Hawk Soccer (4-5 Years) *$79–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria/Gym, Fields2273.401P W Jun 11–Jul 2 5:40-6:40 PM SoccerTots (2-3 Years) *$69–4 SessionsLocation: Hoover–Cafeteria, Fields2259.401P W Jun 11–Jul 25-5:30 PM
Everyone Connects! Early Childhood Spring/Summer 2025 | www.rochesterce.org/register 15* = Partnership class = Evening class Rochester Family Literacy is a full day program that meets Monday-Thursday and oers:To qualify for Rochester Family Literacy you must:Rochester Family Literacy is a program available for no cost to participants.• Parent Education• Adult Education• Early Childhood Education• Parent and Child Time (PACT)• Have a child under kindergarten age• Have an income that would qualify you for the Free and Reduced Price Lunch Program• Wish to take English classes, or complete the GED, high school diploma, or college/job trainingFor more information, please contact Kelly at 507-328-4450Hawthorne Education Center700 4th Ave SERochester, MNFour-Star Parent Aware RatedRPS Preschool has earned a Four-Star rating from Minnesota’s Parent Aware Quality Rating System, as a result of our commitment to quality curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.3Primary logo acceptable usageSize and space requirementsLogo should not be reduced smaller than .75”.75”Space around logo should be equivalent to width of gold starAlternate logo acceptable usageSpots available for 2025-2026
16507-328-4020 • preschool.rochesterschools.org• Schedule a Tour• Class options & schedules• Register• Extended care • Enrichment optionsRPS PRESCHOOLHOOVER • MIGHTY OAKS • NORTHROPFind the best fit for your family with multiple locations, multiple schedules, and multiple class oerings.
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.
Northrop Community Education201 8th Street NWRochester, MN 55901Celebrate 50 Years With Us!31st Annual Transportation Fair10 AM-12:30 PMGoose Egg Park at Northrop Community Education CenterSATURDAY, MAY 10, 2025JUSTIN ROBERTS in concertafter the fair!1:30-2:30 PM