Edina Early Learning Center

A PLACE TO IGNITE YOUR CHILD’S LOVE OF LEARNING!

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WHY CHOOSE THE EDINA LEARNING CENTER?The Edina Early Learning Center is a four-star Parent Aware rated program. Our Early Childhood teachers use innovative, standard based curriculum that includes individualized activities to help all children reach goals that align with the Edina Schools kindergarten curriculum.

We offer..• Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE). We honor families and

parents as a child’s first teacher by providing Parent Education through our ECFE programs

• Our Pre-school and Pre-K classrooms are outstanding. In Edina, your child will discover a caring, inclusive environment designed to create excitement about learning

• Flexible, full day and half day learning and extended learning day options to suit your families needs

• Parent Education that offers research-based education and facilitated group discussions to help parents and caregivers learn and grow

• A safe and secure building• We welcome and encourage parent involvement - from volunteering

for a family activity to choosing to join and be a part of our Early Learning Center PTO

A MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT OF EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, DR. JOHN SCHULTZ

Early education is essential to the future success of our young learners. The Edina Early Learning Center is an inspiring place for a young child to start their education journey. In the Edina Public Schools, the expectation is that ALL students will create a pathway, excel and engage in their learning. The high quality, committed staff at the Early Learning Center are here to support and nurture your child during their early learning years. On behalf of all the amazing staff in Edina Public Schools - I welcome you to the Edina Early Learning Center!

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Edina’s Early Learning Center partners with parents, family and community to ensure that each and every child gets off to the best possible start in learning and in life. We offer programs that are all about building solid foundations, igniting curiosity, supporting the whole child and their whole family, and connecting with the wider community.

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION (ECFE) We honor families and parents as a child’s first teacher by providing Parent Education through our ECFE classes. ECFE classes are designed to strengthen families and support a child’s healthy growth and development.

PRESCHOOL/PRE-KOur Preschool and Pre-K classrooms provide emergent literacy, numeracy and social emotional skills through play-based learning environments.

PARENT EDUCATIONLearn about your child’s brain and physical growth within a caring, supportive community. We offer parent education in multiple formats: evenings, Saturdays, weekly, book studies, timely topics. Classes meet at the Early Learning Center, or with our “Host Your Own” option, you can host a class in your home with expert Parent Educators facilitating the discussion.

EDINA EARLY LEARNING CENTER CLASSES

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CHOOSING AN ECFE CLASSUnique to Minnesota, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is offered only through Public School District Community Education programs like ours. ECFE classes, designed for parents and their children ages birth to 5 years old, focus on giving parents the information, resources and tools they need to provide the best possible environment for their child’s learning and growth.

SEPARATING CLASSESParents and children interact and explore activities together for the first part of the class. Following this special time, parents meet in a separate classroom with a licensed parent educator for discussion topics related to child development and parenting.

NON-SEPARATING CLASSESParents and children stay together in the classroom for the entire class to grow and play

A licensed parent educator leads a discussion on topics that include child development, transition to parenthood and how children learn and play.

SIBLING CAREChildcare is offered to siblings of class participants. Sibling care is available on a sliding-fee scale for those families choosing an ECFE class. We take children as young as six weeks. Infants up to four months are welcome to attend ECFE classes with their parent. However, after four months, they should attend Sibling Care.

SLIDING FEE SCALEFor ECFE classes, we use a sliding fee scale calculated by household income. Fees listed in the catalog reflect the full price. The price you pay will be calculated when you register for class.

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BABIES AND TODDLERSWe provide the environment and developmentally appropriate activities for you to spend focused time with your baby or toddler. With a licensed teacher, children will learn social skills and enjoy music, creative movement and more!

FREE BABY AND ME SAMPLER CLASS (0–9 MONTHS)Parents with young babies, this free introduction to Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is for you! Meet other new parents and learn about infant growth and change. Free but registration required. No sibling care provided.

Second Monday of Each Month 1:00–2:00pm Sep 14, 1 session: FREE NB–SeptOct 12, 1 session: FREE NB–OctNov 9, 1 session: FREE NB–Nov Dec 14, 1 session: FREE NB–DecJan 11, 1 session: FREE NB–JanFeb 8, 1 session: FREE NB–FebMar 8, 1 session: FREE NB–MarApr 12, 1 session: FREE NB–AprMay 10, 1 session: FREE NB–May

BABY AND ME: NON-SEPARATING (0–6 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Having a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. Physical, social, mental, financial and emotional changes often occur. While designed to be educational, this class also allows you to slow down long enough to have some focused, uninterrupted time to enjoy your infant.

Mondays, 9:00–10:30am Sep 14–May 2431 sessions: $80/month 0006-1

Fridays, 11:00am–12:30pm Sep 11–Jun 431 sessions: $80/month 0006-2

BABY AND ME: SATURDAYS NON-SEPARATING (0–12 MONTHS BY START OF CLASS)Offered at a convenient time for busy families, these six-week class sessions allow for play time with your baby while a licensed parent educator facilitates discussion and provides relevant information about your baby’s growth and development.

Saturdays, 10:45–11:45am Sep 12–Oct 246 sessions: $145 S012–1

Saturdays, 10:45–11:45am Oct 31–Dec 12 6 sessions: $145 S012–2

Saturdays, 10:45–11:45am Feb 6–Mar 13 6 sessions: $145 S012–3

Saturdays, 10:45–11:45am Apr 10–May 15 6 sessions: $145 S012–4

BUSY BABIES: SEPARATING (7–12 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020) Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate from their child for a portion of class and meet with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. Sibling care is available.

Wednesdays, 11am–12:30pm Sep 9– Jun 234 sessions: $80/mo 0711-1

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TODDLIN’ TYKES SATURDAYS: SEPARATING (1–3 YEARS BY START OF CLASS)Toddlers thrive with consistent, predictable routines. They flourish in an environment that supports and raises their need to climb, jump, giggle and make messes! Come join this classroom full of loving teachers, activities, sensory-filled art activities and other toddlers to play with while learning social skills by taking turns, exploring together and interacting with other little people.

Saturdays, 9–10:30am Sep 12–Oct 246 sessions: $182 S1236-1

Saturdays, 9–10:30am Oct 31–Dec 126 sessions: $182 S1236-2

Saturdays, 9–10:30am Feb 6–Mar 13 6 sessions: $182 S1236-3

Saturdays, 9–10:30am Apr 10–May 15 6 sessions: $182 S1236-4

BABIES AND TODDLERSTODDLIN TYKES: SEPARATING (12–17 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate from child for a portion of class with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. Sibling care is available.

Tuesdays, 11:00am– 12:30pm Sep 8–Jun 133 sessions: $80/mo 1217-2

Wednesdays, 9:00–10:30am Sep 9–Jun 234 sessions: $80/mo 1217-3

Thursdays, 9:00–10:30am Sep 10–Jun 331 sessions: $80/mo 1217-4

Fridays, 9:00am – 10:30am Sep 11–Jun 431 sessions: $80/mo 1217-5

TENDER TOTS: SEPARATING (18– 24 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates.Sibling care is available.

Mondays, 11:00am – 12:30pm Sep 14–May 2431 sessions: $80/mo 1823-1

Tuesdays, 9:00am – 10:30am Sep 8-Jun 133 sessions: $80/mo 1823-2

Thursdays, 11:00am – 12:30pm Sep 10–Jun 333 sessions: $80/mo 1823-4

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A TASTE OF PRESCHOOL FOR TWO-YEAR-OLDS Two year olds love to explore. Our classrooms are designed to engage children in a sensory rich environment while they sing, dance, create, and gain confidence as a learner. We offer both Separating and Non-Separating Parent Education options and for those two year olds who are 33 months by September 1, we offer a two-day Taste of Preschool experience (0002-8) just for them!

A TASTE OF PRESCHOOL FOR TWO-YEAR-OLDS (2 YEARS BY 9/1/2020)Twos are growing up at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Classrooms engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, com-municate and socialize. Choose from one day a week with parenting (separating and non separating), two days a week with parenting (separating) or two days a week without parenting.

One Day per Week with Parenting: SeparatingMondays, 9:00–11:00am Sep 14–May 2431 sessions: $109/mo 0002-1

One Day per Week with Parenting: Non-SeparatingMondays, 11:30am–1:30pm Sep 14–May 2431 sessions: $109/mo 0002-2

Two Days per Week with Parenting: SeparatingTue/Thu, 9:00–11:00am Sep 8–Jun 366 sessions: $172/mo 0002-3

Tue/Thu, 11:30am–1:30pm Sep 8–Jun 366 sessions: $172/mo 0002-4

Wed/Fri, 9:00–11:00am Sep 9–Jun 464 sessions: $172/mo 0002-5

Two Days per Week (33 months by 9/1/2020)Wed/Fri, 12:00–2:30pm Sep 9– Jun 464 sessions: $206/mo 0002-8

A TASTE OF PRESCHOOL FOR TWO, THREE AND FOUR-YEAR-OLDS (BETWEEN 2–4 YEARS BY 9/1/2020)This class covers a variety of parenting topics to offer you and your child a wonderful time together. Children’s activities are designed to encourage personal, social, and physical development, pre-reading, pre-writing skills and language development. The parenting group helps to decide what to discuss with the licensed Parent Educator. Topics may include self-esteem, limit setting, discipline and friendships. Child care for siblings is available.

One Day per Week with Parenting: Non-SeparatingFridays, 9am – 10:30am Sep 11-Jun 432 sessions: $75/mo 0024-1

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SIBLING CARE Childcare is offered to siblings of class participants. This Sibling Care is available on a sliding-fee scale for those families choosing an ECFE class. We take children as young as six weeks.

Infants up to four months are welcome to attend ECFE classes with their parent. How-ever, after four months, they should attend Sibling Care.

PRESCHOOL FOR 3-5 YEAR OLDS (BETWEEN 3–5 YEARS BY 9/1/2020)This class covers a variety of parenting topics to offer you and your child a wonderful time together. Children’s activities are designed to encourage per-sonal, social, and physical development, pre-reading, pre-writing skills and language development. Child care for siblings is available. One Day per Week with ParentingTuesdays, 1:00–3:00pm Sep 8–Jun 1$100/mo 0035-1

Mondays, 9:00–11:00am Sep 14–May 24$100/mo 0035-2

PRESCHOOL FOR THREES New this year - we will be offering longer morning class times for our three year olds! With imagination in full gear, preschoolers love to ask questions and share their thoughts about everything. These classes encourage curiosity and exploratory play as students begin to understand more concrete ideas, expand their recall and deepen their connections to their classmates. We offer different days and times so you can choose a schedule that works for your family.

PRESCHOOL FOR THREES (3 YEARS OLD BY 9/1/2020)Classrooms encourage curiosity and exploratory play for this independent stage. At three, kids begin to develop and understand friendships. Expanding on this social and emotional maturation allows kids to make their first real friendships while discovering an excitement for their own intellectual curiosity.

Five Days per WeekMon–Fri, 9:00am–12:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$597.60/mo 0003-2

Three Days per WeekMon/Wed/Fri, 9:00am–12:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$349.20/mo 0003-4

Mon/Wed/Fri, 1:00–3:30pm Sep 8–Jun 4$294/mo 0003-7

Two Days per WeekTue/Thu, 9:00am–12:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$244.80/mo 0003-3

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SIBLING CARE Childcare is offered to siblings of class participants. This Sibling Care is available on a sliding-fee scale for those families choosing an ECFE class. We take children as young as six weeks.

Infants up to four months are welcome to attend ECFE classes with their parent. How-ever, after four months, they should attend Sibling Care.

EXTENDED LEARNING Extended day options are available for 3, 4 and 5 year olds registered for a Preschool or PreK class at the Early Learning Center. The Extended Learning classroom offers planned and play-based activities such as art projects, literacy, math and science as well as playground and gym time. Teachers escort students to and from their Preschool or PreK classes. Our flexible options allow families to choose times that fit their needs. You must choose a consistent schedule in Extended Learning. Drop-in care is not available. A family may choose up to two Extended Learning sections per day. The ELC recommends 2–5 hours of preschool per day. However, to accommodate families, children may stay up to 9 hours a day between Extended Learning and class.

EXTENDED LEARNING MORNING (33 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Monday–Friday, 9:00am–1:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$36/day

EXTENDED LEARNING EARLY MIDDAY (33 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Monday–Friday, 12:00pm–3:30pm Sep 8–Jun 4 $31.50/day

EXTENDED LEARNING LATE MIDDAY (33 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Monday–Friday, 1:00pm–3:30pm Sep 8–Jun 4$22.50/day

EXTENDED LEARNING LATE AFTERNOON (33 MONTHS BY 9/1/2020)Monday–Friday, 3:30pm–6:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$22.50/day

WHAT CAN MY CHILD’S DAY LOOK LIKE WITH EXTENDED LEARNING?

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MORNING PRESCHOOL SAMPLE DAY

9:00am-12:00noon

12:00-3:30pm

3:30-6:00pm

AM Preschool Class

Extended Learning Early Midday. Child escorted to Extended Learn-ing teacher for lunch time, play and learning. Rest or story time is included. Extended Learning continues for those families who need additional time.

AFTERNOON PRESCHOOL SAMPLE DAY

9:00am- 1:00pm

1:00-3:30pm

3:30-6:00pm

Extended Learning Morning. Child escorted to preschool teacher for class. PM Preschool Class

Extended Learning continues for those families who need additional time.

PRE-K FOR FOURS AND FIVES

PREK FOR FOURS AND FIVES (4 YEARS BY 9/1/2020) Your child will learn and discover social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth appropriate for four and five year olds, which will provide a solid founda-tion for lifelong learning. PreK is designed to offer the right balance of structured and unstructured activities intended to help prepare every child for kindergarten.

Five Days per WeekMon–Fri, 9:00am–12:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$597.60/mo 0045-1 Mon–Fri, 9:00am–1:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$777.60/mo 0045-2

Mon–Fri, 1:00–3:30pm Sep 8–Jun 4$486/mo 0045-6

Three Days per WeekTue/Wed/Thu, 9:00am–12:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$360/mo 0045-3

Tue/Wed/Thu, 1:00–3:30pm Sep 8–Jun 4$300/mo 0045-4

ALL DAY PREK (4 YEARS BY 9/1/2020)We are excited to offer an all-day pre-Kindergarten option for families! All Day PreK offers students five and a half hours of curriculum with wrap around care included. Students may come anytime after 7:30am. We close at 6:00pm. The longer class time allows for more learning opportunities. Instructional time is 9:00am. until 2:30pm. Breakfast, snack and lunch are included in the tuition. Instructional time is 9:00am–2:30pm. Child care available for select non-school days.

Mon–Fri, 7:30am–6:00pm Sep 8–Jun 4$1,350/mo ELC All Day PreK

Four year olds are becoming independent learners. We nurture their curious brains with literacy and numeracy opportunities through play-based activities and learning. Students are nurtured to develop and understand friendships and discover an excitement for learning.

We offer different days and times so you can choose the schedule that works for your family as we prepare your child for kindergarten!

See page 9 for Extended Learning Options.

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9:00-9:30am9:30-10:00am10:00-10:30am10:30-11:00am11:00-11:15am11:15-11:45am11:45-12:30pm12:30-1:00pm1:00-1:45pm1:45-2:00pm2:00-2:15pm2:15-2:30pm

Sign-in and ease into the day Morning Meeting Morning Recess Whole Group Literacy Quiet ReadingLunch (Normandale Lunchroom) Play Centers Small Group Learning Afternoon Recess Rest Snack Continue Play CentersClosing Meeting and Dismissal

ALL DAY PREK TYPICAL DAY SCHEDULE DURING INSTRUCTIONAL TIME

New Classes for 2020-21!

• Weekly Parenting Your Preschooler

• Weekly Parenting Your PreKindergartner

Beyond ECFE: Monthly classes structured by age (Subject to change)

• Parenting Kindergartners

• Parenting 1st – 2nd Graders

• Parenting 3rd – 5th Graders

• Parenting Teens

Additional Offerings

• Book Studies

• Parenting Girls

• Parenting Boys

• Parenting For Special Needs

• Girls and Friendships

• Host Your Own Parenting Session

• Individual Parent Education

PARENT EDUCATIONCome to class and learn new parenting skills as your child grows from Elementary through High School. Licensed Parent Educators facilitate and teach ELC Parent Education classes.

Group discussions allow parents to share their challenges, experiences and wisdom.

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PREPARE FOR REGISTRATIONCREATE AN ACCOUNTFor new families, you must have an Eleyo account for yourself, and a profile for your child/children you wish to register before you can enroll in any of the Edina Early Learning Center programs.

Visit our registration page at edina.ce.eleyo.com to create your account and click on the blue “sign in” button in the top right-hand corner of the page to create your account.

For returning families, log into your Eleyo account and confirm all information is current and that all family members have a profile created.

LOTTERYIn order to insure an equitable process, a lottery will be used for non-ECFE classes (0003-2, 0003-3, 0003-4, 0003-7, 0045-1, 0045-2, 0045-3, 0045-4, 0045-6, All Day PreK and Extended Learning). Edina Public School residents are able to register starting Feb. 4 at 8 am. All others, can register beginning Feb. 11 at 8 am. You will be contacted by email with your class confirmation or status by March 16, 2020. Priority will be given to Edina Public School residents.

CHECK BIRTHDATE GUIDELINESSelect your classes based on your child’s age as of September 1, 2020. It is the Edina Public Schools policy to use September 1 to determine age eligibility.

LEARN ABOUT CLASSES & PROGRAMS AVAILABLEReview the classes and programs offered to find the right classes for your family.

CALENDAR YEARFor the 2020-21 school year, Early Learning Center classes begin on September 8, 2020. For the rest of the 2020-21 school year, the Early Learning Center follows the Edina Public Schools calendar including early release days.

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HOW BILLING WORKSThe Early Learning Center accepts payments by Visa, Master Card or Discover credit/debit cards. Upon acceptance of your Early Childhood Family Education, (ECFE) registration, your credit card on file will be charged one month’s fee, which will be applied towards your first month’s tuition. For all other Preschool, PreK classes, and/or Extended Learning, you will receive an email confirming we’ve received registration. After lotteries and upon approval for the class, the card on file will be charged the first month’s tuition. Once classes begin, your card on file will be charged on the first day of each month for the next month’s tuition. For example, on Sept. 1, 2020, you will be charged for October tuition.

Sibling Care fees will be added to your monthly Early Childhood Family Education, (ECFE), and/or preschool class payment. We take children as young as 6 weeks old in Sibling Care. Infants up to 4 months are welcome to attend ECFE classes with their parent and older sibling. However, after 4 months, they should attend Sibling Care.

All Preschool and PreK classes that do not have a parent ed component, will be invoiced approximately 3 business days prior to credit cards being charged.

Extended Learning participants will receive monthly invoices approximately 3 business days prior to credit cards being charged.

A late payment fee of $20 per month will be assessed on all declined credit/debit cards.

Late pick-up fee is $1.00 per minute after class has ended.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS, CHANGE REQUESTS AND REFUNDS CancellationAll requests for changes or cancellations must be made in writing. Send your requests via email to Early.Learning@edinaschools.org. Or send a hand-written note to: Early Learning Center, Attn: Registrations, 5701 Normandale Rd., #100, Edina, MN 55424.

Cancellations must be received via email (or US Mail) by May 1, 2020, in order to receive a refund for September tuition. A $15 change fee also applies to each cancellation.

After May 1, 2020, September tuition is non-refundable.

If you cancel your class after the school year has begun, a 30-day notice before departure is required. Otherwise, you will be charged in full for the next month’s tuition.

Cancellation policies for ECFE classes do not apply to Beyond ECFE and Book Studies. However, cancellations must be received in writing to Early.Learning@edinaschools.org or via US Mail. You will also be charged a $15 cancellation fee.

Change RequestsChange requests must be received at least five business days prior to the effective date of the requested change. A $15 change fee after registration will apply.

RefundsNo refunds are given for monthly class fees that have already been processed.

There are no refunds for emergency or weather closings or for days missed due to illness or vacation.

Financial AssistanceTuition for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes is charged on a sliding fee scale based on family household income. Various prices appear at registration. For classes without a parenting component, financial aid is available for qualifying families. Please contact our Outreach Manager at (952) 848-3985 for more information.

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