ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Community Education

Welcome to Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood & Family Education (EC&FE) Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is based on the idea that parents provide their child's first and most significant learning environment and parents are children's first and most enduring teachers. ECFE works to support you as a parent/caregiver and to strengthen and empower families. The goal is to enhance the ability of all parents and other family members to provide the best possible environments for their child's learning and development. Here are some helpful links to learn more about our program and all we have to offer families with children birth to age five. ECFE program website - Learn all about ECFE in more detail Fall/Winter 2022 ECFE Brochure Census Form - Use this form to get on our mailing list to receive program information. Fill it out and email it to ecfe@district279.org Early Childhood Screening - Learn about screening and schedule an appointment (For children ages 3 - 5 years old) EC&FE Locations: Arbor View Early Childhood Center: 9401 Fernbrook Ln N - Maple Grove, MN 55369 (Link to Google Maps) 763-391-8777 Willow Lane Early Childhood Center: 7020 Perry Ave N - Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 (Link to Google Maps) 763-585-7330 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday If you have questions about how to register or need assistance, please call us at 763-391-8777 or email: ecfe@district279.org

About Early Childhood Screening Early Childhood Screening is a free service for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Screening includes: A check of vision, hearing, height, weight and developmental progress. A review of immunizations records and family information. An individual review with parents/guardians of their child's progress and needs. Early Childhood Screening identifies needs that may require special attention before a child enters school. IN-PERSON APPOINTMENT: Parent/guardian requests an in-person screening appointment for their child at a school location. Parent/guardian brings child to school for in person screening appointment with a district screener. Approximately 1-hour time commitment. To learn more watch this video Screening Video

Four Star 2022-2023 Brochure 2022-2023 Four Star Tuition Calendar

*School Year - Before and/or After School Child Care K-5 *Summer - Child Care entering K-5 Kidstop 2022-2023 School Year Brochure Kidstop Summer 2022 Brochure Family and Student Terms and Conditions for Kidstop Summer & School Year Attendance 2022-2023 Kidstop Summer & School Year Family Handbook

FREE! The classroom is set up with many play opportunities that help support each area of your child’s development. Parents get a chance to meet other parents with similar age children and chat with a parent educator about the joys and challenges of raising children during the early years of growth and development. No Sibling Care. Registration required in advance, space is limited!

Preschool/PreK Classes for 3 to 5 year-olds Thank you for your interest into Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood Programs! We are still accepting registrations for Preschool/PreK for SY2022-23. School year 2023-2024: In mid January of 2023 registration will begin and brochures will be mailed to homes. A registration lottery will be held in February 2023. For more information call 763-391-8777 or email ecfe@district279.org Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood & Family Education offers a variety of affordable Preschool and PreK programs designed to support your child's development, and create a foundation for your child's future academic, emotional and social success. Our curriculum and activities focus on building confidence, independence, academic, and social skills so your child enters kindergarten ready to continue learning and has received a 4-STAR (highest possible rating) from Parent Aware. Our program will continue to align with Osseo Area Schools learning models by offering online and in-person early learning opportunities for families as allowed. Safety and health guidelines will be followed as directed by Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Osseo Area Schools. SY2022-2023 Preschool/Pre-K Age Requirements: Preschool for 3s & 4s and 3 to 5s: Children must be the age of 3 or older by September 1, 2022. No exceptions. Pre-K for 4s & 5s: Children must be the age of 4 or older by September 1, 2022. No exceptions. Registrations will remain in a pending status until all registration requirements have been received by the Early Childhood Office. Classes with openings are filled first come first-serve and registration is continuous year-round. State funded scholarships are available for SY2022-23 on a limited bases. If a child is awarded a scholarship, it will cover your child’s tuition for the entire school year. Here is a video tutorial of how to register online: Registration Tutorial Video If you have questions or need assistance, please call us at 763-391-8777 or email ecfe@district279.org En Español, Lus Hmoob, Bằng Tiếng Việt: 855-938-0586.