Faribault Public Schools Community Education

A relaxed playgroup facilitated by a licensed parent educator, where babies can play with and learn from each other and for parents to observe and talk about early childhood development and practical tips and tricks. Toddler Time parents have the option of joining for the last half of class to discuss topics such as responding to cues and behaviors, sleeping, feeding, reading, language development and stages of development. Cost: $25.00 Mondays, Sept.11 - Oct. 9 - 5 sessions 5:00 - 6:00 pm

A relaxed playgroup facilitated by a licensed parent educator, where babies can play with and learn from each other and for parents to observe and talk about early childhood development and practical tips and tricks. Toddler Time parents have the option of joining for the last half of class to discuss topics such as responding to cues and behaviors, sleeping, feeding, reading, language development and stages of development. Cost: $40.00 Mondays, Oct. 23 - Dec. 18 9 sessions 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Welcome to ECFE! Join other parents with babies 0-12 weeks as we laugh, cuddle and share about this amazing new little person in your life. Each week you will have the opportunity to have your baby weighed and to get answers to questions about your newborn. This class is co-facilitated by a parent educator and a public health nurse. Sibling care is available during the school year. Cost: FREE Thursdays, September 7 - December 21 10:30-11:45 am No Class on November 23rd & December 28th

10:00 am: Storytime with Ms. Deni 10:30 - 11:00 am: Activity with our ECFE staff FREE / at Buckham Memorial Library Thursdays, Sept 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9

Join us to get your wiggles out! In this weekly class, kids practice new friend making skills, try out a scooter, chase balls, walk the balance beam, crawl and run! We've got a special spot for babies to play and explore. ECFE teachers lead big movement songs and games at the end of each class. Cost: $35 for 8 sessions Thursdays, October 26 - December 14 NO class on November 23rd 8:45 - 9:45 am

Play and explore toys, art and sensory activities with your child while interacting with friends in the early childhood classroom. Each class has parent child playtime and circle time with music and movement. Children stay in the early childhood room with early childhood teachers while parents separate the last half of class for a facilitated, informative and encouraging time discussing topics such as age-appropriate expectations, responding to challenging behaviors, sleep, eating and feeding and much more! Cost: $48 Mondays October 23 - December 18 6:15 - 7:30 pm 9 sessions

For children ages 3-4. Must be 3 years of age to enroll in class A child only class that blends learning and fun in a weekly classroom experience. Children will learn through play as they engage in activities designed to promote social-emotional, language and literacy and large and small muscle skills. Parents are invited to join us for the last 30 minutes of class for a short hands on session based on the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, the Minnesota State learning standards for children ages birth to five years. Cost: $60.00 Wednesday September 6 - October 11 9:00 - 11:30 am 6 sessions.

For children ages 3-4. Must be 3 years of age to enroll in class A child only class that blends learning and fun in a weekly classroom experience. Children will learn through play as they engage in activities designed to promote social-emotional, language and literacy and large and small muscle skills. Parents are invited to join us for the last 30 minutes of class for a short hands on session based on the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, the Minnesota State learning standards for children ages birth to five years. Cost: $80.00 Wednesday October 25 - December 20 9:00 - 11:30 am 8 sessions. NO class on November 22nd

A relaxed playgroup facilitated by a licensed parent educator, where babies can play with and learn from each other and for parents to observe and talk about early childhood development and practical tips and tricks. Parents and babies find friendship and community in our classes and support each other through all the ages and stages. Please register in advance. Cost: FREE Saturday October 14 8:30 am– 9:30 am

A relaxed playgroup facilitated by a licensed parent educator, where babies can play with and learn from each other and for parents to observe and talk about early childhood development and practical tips and tricks. Parents and babies find friendship and community in our classes and support each other through all the ages and stages. Please register in advance. Cost: FREE Saturday November 11th 8:30 am– 9:30 am

A relaxed playgroup facilitated by a licensed parent educator, where babies can play with and learn from each other and for parents to observe and talk about early childhood development and practical tips and tricks. Parents and babies find friendship and community in our classes and support each other through all the ages and stages. Please register in advance. Cost: FREE Saturday December 9th 8:30 am– 9:30 am

A special event for moms, dads or grandparents and kids to play, create and learn together without the distractions of home. Sign up for one or all sessions. This class will provide guaranteed fun for you and your family! Adults remain with children for the entire class. All ages 0-5 welcome. Registration is required. Cost: $10.00 per family per Saturday event Saturday October 14th - Pumpkin, Leaves and Apple Trees 10:00 am– 11:30 am

A special event for moms, dads or grandparents and kids to play, create and learn together without the distractions of home. Sign up for one or all sessions. This class will provide guaranteed fun for you and your family! Adults remain with children for the entire class. All ages 0-5 welcome. Registration is required. Cost: $10.00 per family per Saturday event Saturday November 11th - Dino Dig 10:00 am– 11:30 am

A special event for moms, dads or grandparents and kids to play, create and learn together without the distractions of home. Sign up for one or all sessions. This class will provide guaranteed fun for you and your family! Adults remain with children for the entire class. All ages 0-5 welcome. Registration is required. Cost: $10.00 per family per Saturday event Saturday December 9th - Gingerbread Make and Take 10:00 am– 11:30 am

A toddler class with room to explore in a child friendly playspace. Toddlers love watching each other and learning and practicing so many new skills in the classroom. Parents will find their “village” and gain knowledge, confidence and support. Option to stay with your child in the classroom the entire time or separate into the Baby & Me class during the last part of class for a more focused parent discussion. Cost: $40 Mondays October 23 - December 18 5:00 - 6:00 pm 9 sessions