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Caregiver Connection (Monday Evenings): For parents raising neurodiverse children, children with BIG emotions, and/or unique needs.ECFE Parent ClassesFor parents raising neurodiverse children, children with BIG emotions, and/or unique needs. Adult only class co-hosted with Delano Elementary School. This class offers parents an opportunity to connect with one another in a safe and positive environment. Enjoy topic-based discussion focused on support and resource-sharing. Resources and expert information will be made available and parents are encouraged to share their own wisdom and experience. Caregiver Connection is open to parents of children of any age with a focus on early childhood and elementary years. Winter/Spring DATES & DISCUSSION TOPICs January 12th: Addressing tough social issues (friendships, peer pressure) February 9th: Caregiver self-care, self-compassion, and stress management March 9th: Relationships within the family (siblings, parent-child, and parent-parent) April 13th: Big feelings and regulation Although there are assigned topics for each class, there will be time for questions and concerns from participants. Where: Delano Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room/ Community Ed. Parent Ed Room - You are welcome to attend in-person or virtually via zoom. Time: 6:00-7:30 PM ** Please note, there is no childcare available2026 Winter - Spring
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Wonderful Ones & TwosECFE ClassesAges 11-30 months | Wonderful Ones & Twos Non-separating and gradually separating options. With a focus on connection and building comfort in new spaces, this class includes parent/child tabletop games and manipulatives, sensory experiences, circle time and creative play. In this class, parents and their child(ren) will interact through play experiences designed to meet the growing needs of the curious one and two-year-old. A snack time is offered with parents volunteering to bring store-bought snacks each week. Come learn, engage, and explore in this non-separating OR gradually separating class. Sibling care is available - sign-up during registration!2026 Winter - Spring -
WaitlistTerrific Twos & Threes (separating)ECFE ClassesFor ages 24 - 47 months Separating. In this class, parents and their two and three-year-old children will enjoy parent/child playtime, learning activities, teacher-led circle time for the children and parents, and a separate parent discussion time. While the parents meet in a separate room, the children continue with a snack, large muscle play, dramatic play, music, art, stories, sensory play, and friendship-building! Snack time is offered with parents volunteering to bring in store-bought snacks each week.2026 Winter - Spring -
Starting SoonNEW Wednesday Wiggle & PlayECFE ClassesFor ages 24 months - Kindergarten (parents stay with their children) Nonseparating with short parent discussion time. Join us for a fun-filled ECFE class where you and your child enjoy the joy of movement! Both gross motor and fine motor activities are essential for a growing child’s development. In this class, your little one(s) will have the opportunity to jump, run, climb, and slide alongside friends. Parents will have the opportunity to connect with the Parent and Family Educator for a brief discussion on motor development, movement, and play while the children enjoy some supervised play or participate in some exercises! Fee: $5 Per child / per class - registration must be received by the Monday prior Note: Please be aware that there is a deadline date to register for each class2026 Winter - Spring -
WaitlistWednesday Book & PlayECFE ClassesAges 24 months to Kindergarten Nonseparating. Exploring books is one of the best ways to support a young child’s language and literacy development. Join us to celebrate the power and joy of books with a new story and book-themed activities each week! Whether it’s with Pete the Cat, Brown Bear, Clifford, or Little Blue Truck, your little one will surely develop a love for reading in this class! NOTE: After you're done with the Book and Play –Join us for Wednesday Wiggle & Play!2026 Winter - Spring -
Baby & Me | Morning Class (non-separating)ECFE ClassesBirth to 12 months Non-separating. Parent of a new baby? Come join other parents and become part of a community of support through the early stages of your baby’s infancy. This class will provide caregiver(s) with opportunities for topic-based conversations about relationships, feeding, sleeping, and other life adjustments. The class will provide your baby with an opportunity for parent-baby bonding, sensory experiences, language and literacy, and movement in a quiet, peaceful environment where your baby is also welcome to sleep! Baby classes often form permanent friendships2026 Winter - Spring -
Starting SoonCabin Fever Open GymECFE ClassesAges Birth - Kinder (No refunds available for cancelled or missed sessions) Non-separating. Come and join other community families in the Community Education gymnasium for a morning of movement and play! Get those cooped-up wiggles out in a positive way with running, biking, crawling, and other large motor activities set up for children to enjoy. This is a non-separating class. Caregivers are responsible for child supervision. REGISTRATION NOTE:Registration is required by the Wednesday before each event. Please register all children who will be attending to ensure adequate space and activities. Babies that are held or remain in carseat can attend at no cost (but please register them as well!) Fee is $4 per visit/per child (If you are registering for more than 3 children please call our offices at 763-972-6210). Please register all members of your family that will be attending. We have a maximum occupancy for our gym space.2026 Winter - Spring
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Starting SoonCoffee Connection - FREE!ECFE ClassesFor Parents/Adults **This parent discussion time is for parents, adults, caregivers of children of all ages!** It’s time to relax, talk, and enjoy a cup of coffee with other parents! The goal of these classes is to improve parent-child relationships by working toward acceptance and encouragement. Activities will include parent education, games, hands-on activities, parent discussion, and parent sharing. A Parent & Family Educator guides the discussion while children enjoy childcare or you can enroll your older children in Practice Preschool. Sponsored by Delano ECFE/School Readiness, Wright County Human Services, and a Delano-Loretto United Way grant. Sibling care is available for children not yet in Kindergarten, sign-up during registration! Registration for childcare is required. Babies ages birth to 12 months are welcome to stay in the parent room with mom/dad/caregiver for parent discussion. Interested in our Practice Preschool class? This class takes place during Coffee Connection, as well as other dates, and is ecouraged for older siblings.(Sliding scale fee)2026 Winter - Spring -
Practice Preschool (child only)ECFE Classesages 2 1/2–Kinder Child only (must be fully potty trained).Practice Preschool is a place where young children begin their learning journey in a brief, inviting preschool environment. Children will grow in their social and emotional skills by practicing turn-taking, standing in line, sitting in circle time, and enjoying free play with new friends. In this class, preschoolers begin to understand what it means to be part of a group - listening, sharing, and cooperating with others. Each class is filled with activities that support early development including art, science, math and literacy. Of course, there’s time for snacks and music along the way! Great for parents in our Coffee Connection Class! Note: Children must be fully toilet trained.2026 Winter - Spring -
Playful PlatesECFE Special EventsAges birth – seven years old. (Parents stay with their children) Nonseparating. Have you enjoyed Delano ECFE’s Eat, Play, Learn events? Well we have too! The “Playful Plates” event brings your family mealtime WITH the excitement of an ECFE class! Come join in the fun with food, play, circle time, and a variety of activities for your whole family! This non-separating event offers family time, opportunity to connect with other local families, and best of all, dinner has been taken care of! Meals will be served in the cafeteria from 5:30-6:00pm followed by circle time and classroom activities on the second floor until 7pm. Pack up the whole family and join us once each month of the winter and spring! Jan 27th: Pizza Feb 24th: Tacos March 31st: Hot dogs April 28th: Sandwiches Fee is $5 per each family member / per event Please register and pay for each family member who will be attending. Children birth – 12 months are free. Pre-registration is required.2026 Winter - Spring -
Early Childhood Screening - April 9 2026Early Childhood ScreeningEarly Childhood Screening Early childhood screening is for children ages 3 1/2 and up to kindergarten entrance. Screening is provided at no cost to families and is held at the Delano Community Learning Center. Early Childhood Screening is a check of how your child is growing and developing based on their developmental age. Getting your child screened between the ages of 3 and 4 helps show you areas of strength and any areas of concern in your child's development. This will help your child be prepared for success in Kindergarten. An Early Childhood Screening is needed for any child starting kindergarten in any Minnesota public school. If your child has been screened by another school district, Early Childhood Special Education, or Head Start, they do not need to be screened again. You can also elect to be a conscientious objector if you would not like your child to be screened. For more information or questions about screening contact our office at delanocommunityed@delanoschools.org or 763-972-6210. You must checkout to complete the process, there is NO FEE associated with screening. Pre-Screening Requirements- The following are required as part of your child’s screening process. Birth Certificate Current Immunization Form Completed mailed Screening PacketEarly Childhood Screening 25-26
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Early Childhood Screening - April 10 2026Early Childhood ScreeningFullEarly Childhood Screening Early childhood screening is for children ages 3 1/2 and up to kindergarten entrance. Screening is provided at no cost to families and is held at the Delano Community Learning Center. Early Childhood Screening is a check of how your child is growing and developing based on their developmental age. Getting your child screened between the ages of 3 and 4 helps show you areas of strength and any areas of concern in your child's development. This will help your child be prepared for success in Kindergarten. An Early Childhood Screening is needed for any child starting kindergarten in any Minnesota public school. If your child has been screened by another school district, Early Childhood Special Education, or Head Start, they do not need to be screened again. You can also elect to be a conscientious objector if you would not like your child to be screened. For more information or questions about screening contact our office at delanocommunityed@delanoschools.org or 763-972-6210. You must checkout to complete the process, there is NO FEE associated with screening. Pre-Screening Requirements- The following are required as part of your child’s screening process. Birth Certificate Current Immunization Form Completed mailed Screening PacketEarly Childhood Screening 25-26
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Dad's DayECFE Special EventsChildren ages 2 – 7 years old. (Parents stay with their children) This class was so popular last spring that it was requested by the dads who attended. Calling all dads! This event will offer a variety of fun-filled activities and interactive learning opportunities tailored to the unique way dads interact with their children. Dads and their child(ren) will explore topics like magnets, building, messy art, science, board games, movement, and more. Several spaces will be set up for dads to lead their children throughout the spaces. Come enjoy some Dad-child time! Fee is $10 for 1 adult + 1 child $5 for additional family member2026 Winter - Spring -
WaitlistNature Class at Lake Rebecca (Parent and Child Class)ECFE ClassesAges 30 months to Kindergarten / and Parent/Guardian The natural world is a giant, open-ended learning laboratory. Children are innate scientists and nature provides countless opportunities for discovery, creativity, problem-solving, and STEM education. Come join this class with your child and learn about a variety of planned interactive outdoor activities. Classes are held at Lake Rebecca, so come dressed for the weather! (“There’s no bad weather, just bad clothing!”) ** NOTE: Sibling care is not available however a sibling under 30 months of age is able to attend if you feel you are still able to participate with your preschooler. Siblings older than 30 months would need to register for the class if attending.2026 Winter - Spring -
FREE! ECFE ANNUAL TOUCH-A-TRUCK VEHICLE FAIRECFE Special EventsTOUCH-A-TRUCK is back for another year! FREE EVENT Come experience the excitement of TRUCKS! A wonderful variety of vehicles will be available for you and your family to explore such as a cement mixer, firetruck, police car, school bus, tractors, and more! If the weather cooperates and an emergency doesn’t reroute the helicopter, there may even be a helicopter landing! There will be food trucks at the event as well. Make sure to mark your calendars! Free will donations will be accepted. We appreciate your support! Register your family online so we know you are coming! Delano Central Park Parking Lot (across the street from the splash/pad/municipal baseball field, with parking on the street for families)2026 Winter - Spring -
Early Childhood Screening - May 8 2026Early Childhood ScreeningEarly Childhood Screening Early childhood screening is for children ages 3 1/2 and up to kindergarten entrance. Screening is provided at no cost to families and is held at the Delano Community Learning Center. Early Childhood Screening is a check of how your child is growing and developing based on their developmental age. Getting your child screened between the ages of 3 and 4 helps show you areas of strength and any areas of concern in your child's development. This will help your child be prepared for success in Kindergarten. An Early Childhood Screening is needed for any child starting kindergarten in any Minnesota public school. If your child has been screened by another school district, Early Childhood Special Education, or Head Start, they do not need to be screened again. You can also elect to be a conscientious objector if you would not like your child to be screened. For more information or questions about screening contact our office at delanocommunityed@delanoschools.org or 763-972-6210. You must checkout to complete the process, there is NO FEE associated with screening. Pre-Screening Requirements- The following are required as part of your child’s screening process. Birth Certificate Current Immunization Form Completed mailed Screening PacketEarly Childhood Screening 25-26