Big Lake Schools Community Educationhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-29T06:20:33-05:00Early Childhood Screening - JUNE 25http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5215/2023-2024/early-childhood-screening-june-252024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr><p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - AUGUST 20http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5219/2024-2025/early-childhood-screening-august-202024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr><p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - AUGUST 6http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5218/2024-2025/early-childhood-screening-august-62024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr><p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - JUNE 11http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5214/2023-2024/early-childhood-screening-june-112024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr>
<p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - JULY 23http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5217/2024-2025/early-childhood-screening-july-232024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr>
<p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - JULY 9http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5216/2024-2025/early-childhood-screening-july-92024-03-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr>
<p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - MAY 2 (THURSDAY)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5076/2023-2024/early-childhood-screening-may-2-thursday2023-12-27T00:00:00-06:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr><p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Early Childhood Screening - MAY 1 (WEDNESDAY)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5075/2023-2024/early-childhood-screening-may-1-wednesday2023-12-27T00:00:00-06:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr><p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Nature Explorershttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4997/2023-2024/nature-explorers—12023-12-07T00:00:00-06:00<p>Does your family have a curiosity about nature and the weather that the different seasons bring? Join us for hands on learning with natural elements. We will engage in themes and activities based on the interests of the families, while using our outdoor and indoor classrooms.</p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teacher: Amanda Danek</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Grandparents and Mehttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4820/2023-2024/grandparents-and-me2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>This class provides a great opportunity for grandparents (or grand friends) to interact with their young learner and meet other grandparents in their community. Teachers will set up the classroom with intentional games and activities to be enjoyed by all ages.</p><p>Teacher: Heather Kittridge</p>Family Literacyhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4803/2023-2024/family-literacy2023-12-07T00:00:00-06:00<p>Welcome English language learners! This class is for you and your children 0-5 years old.This class will include songs, stories and activities for you and your child to enjoy. There will also be a discussion time where you can ask questions and get answers about child development, preschool, the school system and more. A fluent Spanish speaking teacher will be available to provide support to English language learners, but anyone is welcome!</p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teacher: Heather Kittridge / Elizabeth Waldorf</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Little Picassos - Birth up to 5 year and their familieshttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4937/2023-2024/little-picassos-birth-up-to-5-year-and-their-families2023-12-07T00:00:00-06:00<p>Dress for a mess! Bring your imagination and explore several different hands-on art activities with your child. Finger & Foot Paint! Clay Creations! Wonderful Watercolors! These are just some of the expressive art activities you can expect to find available during this special event! </p><p>Teacher: EC Staff</p>Open Play - Birth-5yrhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4793/2023-2024/open-play-birth-5yr2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Come and explore our early childhood classroom! Let's play blocks, sift in the sensory table, paint at the art easel and roll out playdough. Leave the mess to us! Simply choose the days that work for you and your family and pay as you attend. You will need to enroll your child(ren) individually for each date you would like to attend. </p>Early Childhood Screening - APRIL 13 (SATURDAY)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5074/2023-2024/early-childhood-screening-april-13-saturday2023-11-21T00:00:00-06:00<p>Early Childhood Screening is held at <strong>Liberty Elementary. </strong></p><p>Early Childhood Screening is <em>required</em> for children before public school kindergarten entrance (Minnesota Statute MS 121A.17). The state of MN recommends all children be screened <strong><u>as early as possible</u></strong>. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. It is a developmental snapshot of your child at the time of screening. Your appointment will include a quick and simple check in the areas of vision, hearing, speech, motor skills and thinking skills, as well general health and growth. Parents follow their child through the process and have the opportunity to discuss their child's development with the screeners. This is a free service to all Minnesota residents.</p><p><em><strong>Please note…If your child has been screened through another MN school district, is enrolled in Head Start, or is in Special Education, please call to let us know, as your child may have received a comparable screening and will not be required to attend.</strong></em></p><hr>
<p><strong><u></u></strong></p><p><strong><u>What do I need to bring:</u></strong> </p><li> Copy of child's birth certificate</li><li> Child's current well child record with current immunizations</li>Terrific Toddlershttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4792/2023-2024/terrific-toddlers2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Come and learn about toddler development and ways that playing and modeling will help your child grow. Our classroom will give toddlers a “Yes” space where they can practice all their new skills. Each class will focus on an area of development and activities to go along with it</p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teacher: Heather Kittridge</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Music Makers (Birth-5 year olds)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4801/2023-2024/music-makers-birth-5-year-olds2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Join us in making, playing and creating music! You and your child will be introduced to a variety of instruments, music and dance. </p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teacher: Sara Golder</p><p><br><strong></strong></p>Family Fun For Everyone - Birth to 5, not yet in Kindergartenhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4788/2023-2024/family-fun-for-everyone-birth-to-5-not-yet-in-kindergarten2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Come enjoy special time with your child/children, exploring and playing in our classroom. During parent discussion in the parent ed room, share, laugh, learn, and find support in the joys and challenges of everyday life with your busy family! </p><p>Separating Class</p><p>Teachers: Molly Ripp / Sarah Fritsch</p>Preschool Pals 2 Day (2.5-4 year olds)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4800/2023-2024/preschool-pals-2-day-2-5-4-year-olds2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Do you LOVE ECFE but feel your child is ready for a more formal preschool experience? This class offers the best of both worlds by combining preschool with our ECFE program. This is a great way to introduce your 2.5 (age 2.5 by Sept 1) to 4 year old (not yet in kindergarten) to the world of preschool. This class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays. Monday will be parent and student class including Parent Ed discussion time. On Wednesday students will attend class independently.</p><p>Separating Class</p><p>Teachers: Molly Ripp and Sarah Fritsch</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Birth-5 Play With Me - Birth up to 5 yrhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4790/2023-2024/birth-5-play-with-me-birth-up-to-5-yr2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>We know evenings can be hectic... so feel free to bring your evening meal and eat before class if you like. We have a table available by 5:00 pm in our ECFE pod. Join us at your convenience in the early childhood classroom for some special one-on-one time with your child. Come relax and play! We will have the room ready with lots of fun hands-on activities for all the kids! Circle time will include singing, stories and parent discussion.</p><p>Teachers: Heather Kittridge/Sarah Fritsch</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><br><strong></strong></p>Preschool Pals 1 Day (2.5-4 year olds)http://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4798/2023-2024/preschool-pals-1-day-2-5-4-year-olds2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>This ECFE class will provide opportunities for your preschool aged child to practice important social emotional skills. In the Parent Ed room you can connect with other parents and discuss ways to enhance and support your child's learning.</p><p>Separating Class</p><p>Teachers: Heather Kittridge and Sarah Fritsch</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Baby Steps - Birth-12 monthshttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4785/2023-2024/baby-steps-birth-12-months2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Discover ways to support your baby’s development! Playtime and nesting will be followed by interactive discussions on nursing/bottle feeding, nutrition, sleep, safety, brain development and balancing your life as a parent. Your baby stays with you during this engaging class. Come for all sessions…or drop in for the sessions that work for you. We are here to support what works best for you and your baby! </p><p>Non separating class.</p><p>Teacher: Sarah Fritsch</p><p><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>Birth-3 Play With Me - Birth up to 36 monthshttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4787/2023-2024/birth-3-play-with-me-birth-up-to-36-months2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>This will be your special time to experience uninterrupted play with your little one in our early childhood classroom. Circle time will include singing, stories and parent discussion. </p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teachers: Molly Ripp / Heather Kittridge</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><br><strong></strong></p>ECFE & Me at the Library - Birth to 5 yr - not yet in Kindergartenhttp://biglake.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4796/2023-2024/ecfe-me-at-the-library-birth-to-5-yr-not-yet-in-kindergarten2023-08-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Come enjoy circle time:</p><ul>
<li>We will sing songs</li>
<li>We will do movement activities </li>
<li>We will read a different children’s book each month</li>
</ul><p>Then we will expand on that book by offering activities and games for parents and children to do together!</p><p>Non Separating Class</p><p>Teacher: Molly Ripp</p>