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Grandparents Class

Grandparents of infants, pre-birth to 12 months of age.

Join other grandparents as you prepare for this special role, relationship and time in your life.

EW-F124 - Virtual
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
6-7:30 PM

  • Early Childhood
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Grandmother holding infant

Welcoming a new baby is an exciting time for many families. The Grandparents Class through Early Learning helps grandparents living near or far prepare for their special role.

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two preschool students coloring in a classroom

This important programming provides young learners an opportunity to engage in hands-on activities and build skills to prepare for kindergarten. Part-time and full-time options are available.

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  • Early Childhood
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Students working on computers in a classroom

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provides eligible households a discount of up to $30 per month for internet services. Families are eligible to participate in ACP if a student in the household receives free or reduced-price school meals. 

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Upcoming important dates
  • March 27-31 - Spring Break; No School
  • April 7 - Compensatory Day; No School
  • April 10 - Compensatory Day; No School
  • April 21 - Professional Learning; No School
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Family Story Time

Join us at our FREE Story Time Event!

For children ages birth to 36 months old and their families

Helping us Grow (HUG), Robbinsdale Area Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and Rockford Road Library invite you and your family to a free story time followed by fun, family friendly activities.

Monday, April 3, 2023
10-11:30 AM
Rockford Road Library

6401 42nd Ave N, Crystal, MN 55427

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parent meeting with staff

The free screenings offer the opportunity to connect face-to-face with an educator to talk about your child’s strengths, get information about district and community resources, and ask parenting or school-related questions. 

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March Early Learning PAC Meeting

Interested in being more involved? Join the Early Learning Parent Advisory Council!

Robbinsdale Area Schools’ Early Learning Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is an important group of parents who work to support our district’s Early Learning programming.  PAC parents meet once per month to discuss programming, policies, advocacy, fundraising, and more.  

We would like to invite you to our March 22nd PAC meeting from 6:30-7:45 pm.  The meeting will be held at the New Hope Learning Center. Child care for children 3 months - 5 years old will be available. Please call 763-504-4170 or email ecfe_281@rdale.org to reserve your spot.  Your RSVP will help us in planning for seating, childcare and food. 

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Two students creating pottery bowls

Enjoy a community meal and entertainment -- and receive a handcrafted bowl -- all while supporting local food shelves. This year’s Empty Bowls event takes place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, at Cooper High School, 230 47th Ave. N. in New Hope.

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small child playing with blocks

Save the date: For families looking for an opportunity for their young learner to engage in hands-on activities and build skills to prepare for kindergarten, preschool registration opens Monday, March 20.

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ECFE Day at the Capitol

A family fun event that celebrates all things ECFE!

Wednesday, March 15
10-11:30 AM
MN State Capitol Rotunda

Live performance by "The Jolly Pops"

Limited transportation is available to and from the event from the New Hope Learning Center. Please call 763-504-4170 to reserve your spot.

Learn more about this event.

  • Early Childhood
  • Early Learning
staff member reading with young student

Looking for guidance on screen time? Families with children birth to age three are welcome to join our free class, Children and Screen Time, and chat with our licensed parent educators.

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Monster dolls

Earlier this month information was shared with families about a districtwide initiative for families to read together for I Love to Read Month. As a part of this project, families are now invited to complete this form by Tuesday, Feb. 28 and share your I Love to Read Month activities.

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