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Saint Paul 2013-2014 EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION Program Information & Application www.ecfe.spps.org English 651-793-5410 • Español 651-744-4815 • Hmoob 651-744-4816 • undusdm 651-744-4861 • Somaalii 651-744-4796

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Saint Paul Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers parent and early childhood education for families with children between birth and kindergarten age.

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Page 1: ECFE 2013-14

Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Saint Paul 2013-2014

EARLY CHILDHOODFAMILY EDUCATIONProgram Information & Application

www.ecfe.spps.org English 651-793-5410 • Español 651-744-4815 • Hmoob 651-744-4816 • undusdm 651-744-4861 • Somaalii 651-744-4796

Page 2: ECFE 2013-14

Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

ECFE uses the Minnesota Department of Education Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (0-3 years old and 3-5 years), Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Saint Paul Instructional Standards to create high-quality classes for families.

Family Time

Parents and children learn together to emphasize developing children’s language, reading and math skills.

Los padres/guardianes y niños aprenden juntos para enfatizar el desarrollo del lenguaje y las habilidades de lectura y escritura del niño.

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Parent/Guardian’s Time

Licensed parent educators lead the parents through discussions intended to increase knowledge and parenting skills.

Educadores guían las conversaciones de los padres con la intención de aumentar el conocimiento y habilidades de crianza.

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Children’s Time

Children participate in activites which focus on social and emotional development.

Los niños participan en actividades que se enfocan en el desarrollo social y emocional.

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What happens in ECFE classes?

Parents participate in discussions which foster:

• Parent development

• Parent/child relationships

• Early childhood development

• Family development

• Culture and community

Children will experience activities that encourage:

• Social and emotional development

• Approaches to learning

• Language and literacy development

• Creativity and the arts

• Cognitive development

• Physical and motor development

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Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

CONTENTS

ECFE Locations Map...................................................................................4Classes & Locations Chart...........................................................................5Location Schedules:

Battle Creek Elementary........................................................................6Crossroads Elementary.........................................................................7Dayton’s Bluff Elementary......................................................................7Homecroft Early Learning Center...........................................................8McDonough Homes...............................................................................8Mt. Airy Homes......................................................................................9Rondo Education Center.......................................................................9Roosevelt Homes................................................................................10West 7th at Monroe School...................................................................10West Side at Humboldt........................................................................11Wheelock Early Learning Center..........................................................11

Additional Services.....................................................................................12ECFE Partners...........................................................................................13How to Apply...............................................................................................14Application for 2013-14...............................................................................15

SEMESTER ONE:September 9, 2013 - January 17, 2014

SEMESTER TWO:

January 23, 2014 - June 5, 2014

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4 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

ECFE Locations Map

ECFE SITES

Battle Creek Elementary ............................................................... 60 S. Ruth Street 55119 ................................................................................ 651-793-7354

Crossroads Elementary ................................................................... 543 Front Street, 55117.................................................................................... 651-767-8555

Dayton’s Bluff Elementary ............................................................ 262 Bates Avenue, 55106 . ............................................................................ 651-293-5343

Homecroft Early Learning Center .............................................. 1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116 ..................................................................... 651-744-3432

McDonough Homes Community Center ........................... 1544 Timberlake Road, 55117 ..................................................................... 651-558-2194

Mt. Airy Homes Community Center ...................................... 91 East Arch Street, 55130 ............................................................................ 651-298-4102

Rondo Education Center .............................................................. 560 Concordia Avenue, 55103 ................................................................... 651-325-2793

Roosevelt Homes Community Center ................................. 1575 Ames Avenue, 55106 ............................................................................ 651-293-5363

West 7th at Monroe School ....................................................... 810 Palace Avenue, 55102 ............................................................................ 651-293-8969

West Side at Humboldt ................................................................... 640 Humboldt Avenue, 55107....................................................................... 651-744-1750

Wheelock Early Learning Center .............................................. 1521 Edgerton Street, 55130 ......................................................................... 651-293-5347

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATIONADMINISTRATION OFFICE

1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116651-793-5410

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5Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Classes & Locations Chart

CLASS DESCRIPTIONSWelcome to ECFE classes in Saint Paul! Use the map on page 4 to find where each site is located. Check the schedules on pages 6 through 11 to find the day, time and other information for each class offered.

All children must be age Birth-K by September 1, 2013 for first semester or January 1, 2014 for second semester.

baby FUNdamentals Drop-In (birth - 6 months)

Infants

Toddlers

Age Specific between birth and Three Years

birth to k Classes

Evening Classes

COMMUNITY SpECIFIC CLASSES

Adoptive parents

African American Families

American Indian Families

Dads

Lesbian, Gay, bisexual, Transgender parents

Hmoob / Hmong Speaking Familiesundusdm

/ karen Speaking Familiesparenting Across CulturesA class where families from a variety of cultural backgrounds can share and learn about child development practices in the United States.

Español / Spanish Speaking Families

Family LiteracyEarly Childhood Education combined with English Language Learning (ELL) classes and parent education for families. parents must be between levels 0 and 6 on the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS). Families learning English attend three days a week with their children who are birth - kindergarten (k) entrance.

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6 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-in Classes (Birth to 6 months)

Being a new parent is a time of wonder...and wondering. Come with your infant and visit with other parents of newborns. There will be discussions about how to stimulate your infant’s development, information on sleeping and feeding your little one, networking with other parents and ways to foster your child’s growth and development. For more information or to RSVP call our ECFE site or just drop-in!

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - 6 months

Baby FUNdamentals

Drop-In1:00-2:30 pm

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - KParenting Across

Cultures1:00-3:00 pm

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY60 S. Ruth St. 55119651-793-7354

Hmong Parenting9:00-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! ECFE Site in Battle Creek area

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• Hmong families class on Monday

mornings• Three-day Family Literacy class

with limited transportation for families learning English

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7Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - KParenting Across

Cultures9:15-11:15 am

LimitedTransportation

Birth - K9:15 -11:15 am

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

1:30-3:30 pmTransportación

Limitada

Birth - KKaren Families5:30-7:30 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - K 9:15-11:15 am

Birth - 9 yearsAmerican

Indian Families5:30-7:30 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - KHmong Families

1:00-3:00 pmLimited

Transportation

CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY543 Front Street, 55117651-767-8555

Birth - K 9:15-11:15 am

Birth - 6 monthsBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

1:00-2:30 pm

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• Large indoor playground• Clases en español para familias

los miércoles

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - KAfrican

American Families

9:30-11:30 amLimited

Transportation

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

DAYTON’S BLUFF ELEMENTARY262 Bates Avenue, 55106(enter at 800 Conway Street)651-293-5343

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

10:00-12:00 pmTransportación

Limitada

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

1:30-3:30 pmTransportación

Limitada

• NEW! African American Families class Thursday morning

• NEW! Three-day Family Literacy class with limited transportation

for families learning English• Clases en español para las

familias los lunes

“Our child has grown more and more confident in group settings whereas she was often overwhelmed before. My husband and I feel more confident

about our decisions because we have information to guide us.” - ECFE Parent

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8 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - KDinner

Together5:45-7:45 pm

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - 3 years Lunch Bunch12:15-2:15 pm

Birth - KParent & Child

Drop-in Playtime

3:00-4:30 pm

Birth - K Parenting Across

Cultures5:30-7:30 pm

Birth - 3 years9:00-11:00 am

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - K Parenting Across

Cultures12:30-2:30 pm

12 - 24 monthsGradual

Separation3:00-4:45 pm

Birth - 3 years5:45-7:30 pm

HOMECROFT EARLY LEARNING CENTER1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116651-744-3432

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Birth - 3 years9:00-11:00 am

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

5:30-7:30 pmTransportación

Limitada

Birth - KDinner

Together5:45-7:45 pm

• NEW! Two “Parenting Across Cultures” classes Tuesday evening and Thursday afternoon• Parent and child Drop-in

Playtime Tuesdays from 3:00-4:30 pm (no registration required)

• Three-day Family Literacy class with limited transportation for families learning English

• Clases en español para familias los lunes

Birth - KKaren Families9:30-11:30 am

LimitedTransportation

Birth -K

McDonough/Mt.Airy

9:15-11:15 am“Held at Mt. Airy”Limited

Transportation

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy1:00-3:30 pm

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy1:00-3:30 pm

Limited Transportation

McDONOUGH HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER1544 Timberlake Road, 55117651-558-2194

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy1:00-3:30 pm

Limited Transportation

• Karen families class on Friday mornings

• Three-day Family Literacy class with limited transportation for families learning English

“ECFE is a good introduction to Saint Paul Public Schools. Thanks!” - ECFE Parent

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9Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - KMt. Airy/

McDonough9:15-11:15 am

LimitedTransportation

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

MT. AIRY COMMUNITY CENTER91 East Arch Street, 55130651-298-4102

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy12:30-3:00 pm

Limited Transportation

• Three-day Family Literacy class with limited transportation for families learning English

• Mt. Airy / McDonough Homes Friday Birth - K with limited transportation

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - 6 months*Baby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

9:30-11:00 am

12 - 24 months*Gradual

Separation9:15-11:00 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

4 - 12 months*Gradual

Separation12:00-1:30 pm

12 - 24 months*Gradual

Separation9:15-11:00 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

4 - 12 months*Gradual

Separation12:00-1:30 pm

Birth - KParenting Across

Cultures5:30-7:30 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - KAfrican American

Families5:30-7:30 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - 6 months*

Non-separating5:45-7:15 pm

Birth - K5:45-7:45 pm

RONDO EDUCATION CENTER560 Concordia Avenue, 55103 (Dale Street & 94)651-325-2793

Birth - KDads’ Class

9:00-11:00 am

Birth - K12:00-2:00 pm

Birth -KDads’ Class

5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• Age-specific infant/toddler

classes• Birth - K classes including Dads,

African American and Parenting Across Cultures * For age-specific classes: First semester child’s age as

of September 1, 2013; second semester child’s age as of January 1, 2014

“I am such a better parent because of ECFE! I am much calmer, understanding and patient because I understand my child’s behavior.”

- ECFE Parent

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10 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - KParenting Across

Cultures 9:30-11:30 am

LimitedTransportation

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

9:30-11:30 amTransportación

Limitada

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

LimitedTransportation

Birth - KKaren Families1:00 -3:00 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - KFamilies Together

5:30 -7:30 pmLimited

Transportation

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

LimitedTransportation

ROOSEVELT HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER1575 Ames Avenue, 55106651-293-5363

Family Literacy9:00-11:30 am

LimitedTransportation

Birth - KHmong Families1:00-3:00 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - KHmong Families5:30-7:30 pm

LimitedTransportation

• NEW! Tuesday afternoon Birth - K for Karen Families• Three-day Family Literacy class

with limited transportation for families learning English

• “Parenting Across Cultures” class on Friday morning

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - KFamilies with

Adopted Children

6:00-8:00 pm

Birth - 3 years9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - KLGBT

5:45-7:45 pm

WEST 7TH at MONROE810 Palace Avenue, 55102(enter on James Avenue)651-293-8969

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - 6 monthsBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

12:30-2:00 pm

Birth - K5:45-7:45 pm

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• NEW! LGBT class Thursday

evening for parents and children• Birth to 3 years Tuesday

morning• Class for families with adopted

children

“Parenting is so much easier when you have ECFE as a resource. The information and support is invaluable.”

- ECFE Parent

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11Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - 39:00-11:00 am

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

Birth -K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

9:30-11:30 amTransportación

Limitada

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

1:00-3:00 pmTransportación

Limitada

WEST SIDE at HUMBOLDT640 Humboldt Avenue, 55107651-744-1750

Birth - 6 monthsBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

9:30-11:00 am

Birth - KParent/Child

Drop - InPlaytime

9:30-11:00 am

12 - 24 monthsGradual

Separation3:00-4:45 pm

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• NEW! Parent and child Drop-in

Playtime Mondays from 9:30-11:00 am (no registration required)

• NEW! Toddlers 12 - 24 months• Clases en español para familias los jueves

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - 6 monthsBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

1:00-2:30 pm

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Family Literacy1:15-3:45 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

“Getting Ready for

Kindergarten”

Family Literacy1:15-3:45 pm

Limited Transportation

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

5:30-7:30 pmTransportación

Limitada

WHEELOCK EARLY LEARNING CENTER1521 Edgerton Street, 55130651-293-5347

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Family Literacy1:15-3:45 pm

Limited Transportation

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! Thursday morning “Getting Ready for Kindergarten” focus (must have one child 3 or older)

• NEW! Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In play and learn group (see page 6 for description)• Three-day Family Literacy class

with limited transportation for families learning English

• NEW! Clases en español para familias los jueves

“We are connected to the community and chose to stay in Saint Paul Public Schools because of the comfort level formed through ECFE.”

- ECFE Parent

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12 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Additonal Services

Home Visitor ProgramECFE provides home visits for families with children aged birth to kindergarten enrollment. For parents we offer developmental information and referrals to community resources. For children we provide age-appropriate learning activities, supporting growth in the four developmental domains - cognitive, social/emotional, language and physical/motor. Home visits are for families who need one-on-one interaction time or may not feel comfortable in a group setting. A home visitor can come to your house for one hour per week or every other week. To find out more information about the Home Visitor Program, please call 651-744-4809. Language-Specific Classes

Hmoob (651-744-4816)ECFE muaj cov hoob qhia ua lus hmoob nyob rau ntawm: Battle Creek, Crossroads thiab Roosevelt Homes. Muaj kawm ntawv Askiv rau tsev neeg nyob rau ntawm: Battle Creek, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, McDonough, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes thiab Wheelock.

Somaalii (651-744-4796)Fasalada luuqada Ingiriisiga waxaa loo siiyaa qoysaska: Battle Creek, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, McDonough, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes and Wheelock.

Español (651-744-4815)Se ofrecen clases en español de ECFE se en: Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at Humboldt y Wheelock. Se ofrecen clases de inglés a las familias en: Battle Creek, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, McDonough, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes y Wheelock.

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Community Connections•AGAPEAreaLearningCenter•Childrens’TheatreCompany•HardingHighSchool•FamilyPlace •FamilyServiceCenter•HeadStart •MinnesotaChildren’sMuseum •MinnesotaCommunicationServicesfortheDeaf •NeighborhoodHouse•RonaldM.HubbsCenterforLifelongLearning •SaintPaulPublicLibrary •UniversityofMinnesotaStudentHousing

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ECFE Partners

SAINT PAUL ECFE CITYWIDE PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL operates in support of the ECFE goal - to support and strengthen families of young children through information, education and networking. The Advisory Council is comprised of parents and a staff representative. Each ECFE site provides a parent representative responsible for relaying information between thesiteandtheAdvisoryCouncil.Formoreinformation,contacttheECFEOfficeat 651-793-5410.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN The Pre-Kindergarten Program provides preschool education at 27 Saint Paul elementary schools supporting and enhancing the learning and development of children and their families prior to kindergarten. Children must be four years old by September 1, 2013 and live in Saint Paul. At most schools, admission priority is given to children who are English Language Learners, are eligible for free or reduced meals, or are receiving Early Childhood Special Education services. For more information, call the school you are interested in attending or visit prek.spps.org. To apply for the program, call the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENINGRequired by State Law for Ages 3-5 years old before starting Kindergarten •Vision •Speech •Hearing •Development •Height •Social/Emotional •Weight •HealthHistory •ImmunizationReview Screening is recommended for children when they are between3and4yearsoldforearlyidentificationofany concerns which may interfere with learning. Screening is offered by Saint Paul Public Schools free of charge. Par-ents could arrange this screening with their own doctor or health clinic. Forms are available from the Early Childhood ScreeningOffice.Day and Evening Appointments: call 651-632-3746

Volunteer Opportunities

ECFE is currently seeking volunteer classroom aides for our Family Literacy classes. Volunteer class-room aides assist with instruction of beginning-level adult English Language Learners and work on basic English skills with them. All volunteer classroom aides are provided with on-line training through MN Literacy Council and an on-site orientation. The minimum commitment is 2.5 hours a week for either 1st or 2nd semester. Full year placements are welcome as well. If interested, please call 651-744-4809.

Wanted: Substitute Teachers and Assistants!

Licensed teachers and adults who have experience working with children are needed as substitute teachers in ECFE. Call 651-793-5410 for more information.

is a collaboration of community partners in Saint Paul that provides parents and communities with resources to help children get ready for the transition to kindergarten. Explore the website! Try the activities! Have fun! Visit blastofftok.org for:

•Monthlyfamilyactivitysheets •Resourcesforfamiliesandcaregivers •Linkstocommunitypartner’sinformation

If you have concerns about the development of your child (birth to 5 years), there may be services available to your child and family.HelpMeGrowisacollaborativeeffortofagencies serving young children to improve access to special education and other community services. Call Help Me Grow at 651-604-3700

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION All children, including children with special education needs, are welcome with their parents in ECFE classes. ECFE works closely with Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) staff to provide support to children with special needs.

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How to Apply

STEP ONE

STEP TWO

STEP THREE

FEES

PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Priority will be given to applications received by August 14, 2013

Select up to three classes that best meet your needs.

Completely fill out and mail in the application form on page 15 or visit ecfe.spps.org and appy online. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee a spot in any classes.

You will be notified by August 23, 2013 whether you have been placed in a class. Once you have received confirmation of your enrollment, you will need to complete registration at your designated class site on either September 4, 2013 from 1:00-7:00 pm or September 5, 2013 from 9:30 am-12:00 pm and bring the following information: • Copy of your child’s birth certificate (if you are new to Saint Paul ECFE) • Copy of your child’s current immunizations form (available online) • ECFE Registration Form (available online) • Student Information Form (if you are new to Saint Paul ECFE) • Demographic Form (available online) • ECFE enrollment card To download forms online, visit ecfe.spps.org and click Forms

• Classes run the entire school year unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to cancel classes with too few participants.

• All participants must have a child aged birth to kindergarten.

• The sliding scale above lists recommended fees; no family will be excluded because of an inability to pay. (collection of class fees alone does not cover programming costs)

• Fees are collected in fall and winter for first and second semesters, respectively. Refunds can be made through third week of class.

• Participants may make tax-deductible donations to sponsor other participating families.

• 30% of enrollment spaces in every class are reserved for new participants.

• Due to limited resources, enrollment priority is given to children and their parents or legal guardians. Each parent/guardian may participate in only one parent/child class per semester.

• Preference is given to families residing in Saint Paul. If space is available after the third week of class, families residing outside Saint Paul may enroll for an additional 10% surcharge.

• Families enrolled first semester will be given priority to register for second semester, if attending a full-year class.

• Any family who enrolls and does not attend for three consecutive classes without notifying staff will forfeit their place in class to other families on our waiting list.

Family Gross Income Fee (per semester) Family Gross Income Fee (per semester)

$9,999 and lower $10 $80,000 - 89,999 $175

$10,000 - 19,999 $20 $90,000 - 99,999 $200

$20,000 - 29,999 $30 $100,000 - 109,999 $225

$30,000 - 39,999 $50 $110,000 - 119,999 $250

$40,000 - 49,999 $70 $120,000 - 129,999 $275

$50,000 - 59,999 $100 $130,000 - 149,999 $310

$60,000 - 69,999 $125 $150,000 - 169,999 $340

$70,000 - 79,999 $150 $170,000 + $370

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Application for 2013-2014

MAIL THIS APPLICATION TO:

ECFE Class Application 1845 Sheridan Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55116

Please DO NOT include any additional forms or payment with this application.

Please list all parent/guardians and children who will attend

Parent/Guardian Name: Birth Date: ❏ Female ❏ Male

Parent/Guardian Name: Birth Date: ❏ Female ❏ Male

Child’s Name: Birth Date: ❏ Female ❏ Male

Child’s Name: Birth Date: ❏ Female ❏ Male

Child’s Name: Birth Date: ❏ Female ❏ Male

Home Address: Apt #:

City: State: Zip Code:

Home Phone: Work Phone:

Cell Phone: E-mail address:

Site Location Class/Title Day Time

1st Choice:

2nd Choice:

3rd Choice:

Payment amount (based on sliding fee scale): $

Optional Questions

Have you ever attended Saint Paul ECFE before? ❏ Yes ❏ No

If yes, are you currently a member of an ECFE Parent Advisory Council? ❏ Yes ❏ No

Has your 3 or 4-year old child been to early childhood screening? ❏ Yes ❏ No

If your child receives special education services, please indicate which (choose all that apply):

❏ IFSP ❏ IIIP ❏ IEP ❏ Other:

Service Provider (if known):

How did you hear about ECFE?

❏ Friend ❏ Direct Mail ❏ Neighborhood News ❏ ECSE ❏ Hospital

❏ Other:

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ADMINISTRATION Valeria Silva SUPERINTENDENT

Jackie Turner CHIEF OF ENGAGEMENT

LynnGallandatCOMMUNITY EDUCATION DIRECTOR

Donald SysynECFE SUPERVISOR

Early Childhood Family Education 1845 Sheridan AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55116651-793-5410 www.ecfe.spps.org

BOARD OF EDUCATION John BrodrickAnne CarrollMary DoranKeith HardyJean O’ConnellLouise SeebaElona Street-Stewart

NonprofitOrg. U.S.Postage

PAID Permit No. 3085 Twin Cities, MN

Find out more about Community Education programs for all ages at

commed.spps.org

The mission of ECFE is to strengthen families through education and support of all parents in providing the best

possible environment for the healthy growth and development of their children. ECFE provides education in child

development and parent/child relationships, which set the stage for children’s school success.