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ECFE 2's Classes

Explore, Learn & Grow Together: ECFE 2's Classes Join our welcoming community of licensed children's teachers, licensed parenting educators, and caring assistants for a joyful, play-based learning experience designed just for you and your toddler! Enjoy creative activities, sing songs, explore new art forms, and much more, all while fostering meaningful bonding time with your child. Our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes include: Caregiver/Child Interaction: Spend quality time with your child, engaging in hands-on learning activities. Engaging Learning Activities for Children: Play-based experiences that help your child grow and explore. Interactive Circle Time: Participate in fun group activities like songs and games, guided by a Licensed Children’s Teacher. Caregiver Discussion Time: Connect with other caregivers and explore parenting topics. Caregivers will gradually separate to a different room - the process is customized to meet the unique needs of each group with a focus on fostering growth for both parents and kids. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with twins/triplets or other special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

Mon, Sep 8 - May 4 2026

9:15 - 11:15 AM

Ages	2 yr. - 2 yr. ^{11 m}

Tue, Sep 9 - May 5 2026

9:45 - 11:45 AM

Ages	2 yr. - 2 yr. ^{11 m}

Wed, Sep 10 - May 6 2026

8:45 - 10:45 AM

Ages	2 yr. - 2 yr. ^{11 m}

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ECFE Babies and Books

Celebrating Our Beautiful Differences This parent-child class is designed for infants (birth to 18 months) and their caregivers. Our Parent Educator will provide engaging stories, songs, and play items to introduce young children to the rich variety of cultures, skin tones, languages, and family traditions in our world. Together, you'll explore board books that reflect inclusive and diverse characters, share songs and rhymes from different cultures, and offer simple ways families can begin meaningful conversations about fairness, kindness, and respect. Parents and caregivers will also have time to connect and reflect on how to raise children with empathy, awareness, and a strong sense of identity. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with twins/triplets or other special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

Sat, Oct 18 - Nov 22

9:00 - 10:15 AM

ECFE Infant Classes

Start Your Parenting Adventure with Us! The journey of caring for your baby is an exciting one, and we’re here to support you every step of the way! This class offers parenting education from a Licensed Parenting Educator and the shared experiences of fellow caregivers navigating the early stages of parenthood. Our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes include: Parenting Education: Learn about newborn development, sleep, feeding, self-care, relationships, and more. Baby Interaction Time: Play, connect, and engage with your baby during hands-on activities. Interactive Circle Time: Sing songs, tell stories, and enjoy movement activities together with your baby. Supportive Community: Connect with other caregivers who are also transitioning to parenthood in a supportive, understanding environment. This class is “come as you are.” We understand that babies cry, need to eat, or get sleepy during class, and we embrace these moments as part of the experience. Expecting Parents & New Arrivals Expecting parents are welcome, and new parents can register throughout the year. We are here to support you, whether you're preparing for your baby’s arrival or already on your parenting journey. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with twins/triplets or other special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

ECFE Infant Tummy Time & Massage

INFANT MASSAGE & PURPOSEFUL PLAY -This is a one day event! Note: This class is intended for non-crawling infants. No prior experience with baby massage is necessary. Join Kara Quist, a Pediatric Physical Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Instructor (Therapist for 20+ years & breastfeeding counselor) for this gentle and engaging class designed to support bonding, development, and relaxation for both baby and caregiver. This class is perfect for new parents, caregivers, or anyone looking to create a calming, enriching experience for their baby. Learn about the following benefits of Infant massage and play: tummy comfort- reflux, gas, and constipation body awareness relief of congestion visual development/ midline skills sensory system organization relaxation for baby and parent reduce the risk of head shape issues midline head posture for visual development infant development ideas for play and interaction. Class Registration is Required - Register infants and add up to 2 adults to attend with an infant Sibling care: if needed please email Rhea Carlson at ECFE@HopkinsSchools.org to make a request

Wed, Jul 16

6:00 - 7:00 PM

ECFE Little Explorers

Welcome to ECFE Little Explorers, where children and their caregivers join together on a journey of discovery and fun through playful exploration. Designed for curious minds and active bodies, these classes offer a stimulating environment that allows you to connect with your child, meet new families, and learn with each other in a non-separating ECFE format. Each class will have a licensed Parent Educator and licensed Children's Teacher present that will provide opportunities for discussions and connection among the caregivers and the children present. Little Book Explorers (September-October) Join us for Little Book Explorers, where toddlers and their grownups embark on a delightful journey through the world of stories! In this interactive class, you'll explore a variety of colorful books, sing engaging songs, and participate in fun, hands-on activities that bring stories to life. Little Playtime Explorers (November-December) Dive into the fun with Little Playtime Explorers, a vibrant class where toddlers and their caregivers embark on a journey of playful discovery! Each session is packed with imaginative activities that promote motor skills, creativity, and social interaction. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with twins/triplets or other special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

Thu, Sep 11 - Oct 30

8:30 - 9:45 AM

Ages	10 mo. - 2 yr. ^{11 m}

Thu, Nov 6 - Dec 11

8:30 - 9:45 AM

Ages	10 mo. - 2 yr. ^{11 m}

ECFE Mixed Ages - Birth - 5 Years Old

ECFE Classes for Children of Varying Ages This class is designed for families with children of varying ages who wish to attend together, as well as those interested in having their child interact with peers of different ages. We offer a range of activities that allow children of all ages to explore through creative play, new art forms, and songs. Class Features: Activities for All Ages: Engage in activities tailored to children under 5 years old, promoting exploration, creativity, and learning. Caregiving Discussions Topics: Focused on topics like developmental milestones, sibling relationships, big feelings, media use, and more. Discussion topics will be guided by the group’s interests. Caregiver Discussion Time: Connect with other caregivers and explore parenting topics. Caregivers will separate to a different room - the process is customized to meet the unique needs of each group with a focus on fostering growth for both parents and kids. Infants & Caregiver Discussion: Infants (birth to crawling) will attend caregiver discussions with their adult. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

Mon, Sep 8 - May 4 2026

5:15 - 6:45 PM

Ages	1 yr. - 4 yr. ^{11 m}

Tue, Sep 9 - May 5 2026

ECFE Multiples: Families with Twins, Triplets

Twins & Multiples (a Caregiver & Child Class) For Families with Twins, Triplets, or More Come join a special community of families with twins, triplets, or more! This mixed-age class is designed for caregivers and children ages 9 months to 5 years. Your little ones will have the chance to explore new art forms, creative play, and music in an engaging, hands-on environment. In addition to fun activities, we’ll create space for meaningful discussions on topics such as developmental milestones, big feelings, sibling relationships, screen time, and more—based on the interests of the group. Separating class format: Caregiver and child separate for parenting discussion time customized to meet the unique needs of each group. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. For any questions please reach out to us at ecfe@hopkinsschools.org.

Fri, Sep 12 - May 8 2026

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Ages	9 mo. - 5 yr.

Mon/Wed, Sep 8 - May 6 2026

ECFE Preschool Readiness

Preschool Readiness Class – Mondays and Wednesdays Our Preschool Readiness class meets twice a week to help prepare your child for preschool while supporting parents. Mondays: Caregiver & Child Together Caregivers and children attend class together, featuring: Interactive Learning: Enjoy hands-on activities to strengthen your child’s development. Caregiver Discussion: Connect with other parents about child development and parenting tips. Circle Time: Fun group activities like songs, stories, and games. This class offers a supportive, gradual transition to preschool. Wednesdays: Child-Only Session Children attend independently. Engage in preschool activities: Your child will practice skills like taking turns, following directions, and working on independent tasks within a classroom setting. Experience Preschool Routines: With a focus on fostering independence, children will get comfortable with the structure of a typical preschool day. Sibling Care (Mondays only) is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Questions? Families with twins/triplets or other special considerations are encouraged to reach out: ecfe@hopkinsschools.org

9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages	2 yr. ^{9 m} - 4 yr. ^{6 m}

ECFE Somali Classes

ECFE Class for Somali-Speaking Families Are you a native Somali speaker? We warmly invite you and your children to join our English-led ECFE classes. This class offers a space for you and your child to play and interact with others while providing you with the opportunity to connect with other Somali-speaking adults. An interpreter is present each week to support communication. Class Components: Caregiver/Child Interaction: Spend quality time together engaging in activities that promote bonding and early learning. Play-Based Learning: Fun, hands-on activities that foster your child's development through play. Interactive Circle Time: Participate in group activities with your child, guided by a Licensed Children’s Teacher. Snack: A nutritious snack is served for children to enjoy, providing energy for continued play and learning. Caregiver Discussion: Led by a Licensed Parenting Educator, with an interpreter available each week to support communication. Class Structure: This class is designed for children ages 2-5, providing them with a structured classroom experience. Younger siblings (6 months – 2 years) will move to sibling care during class separation time. Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Contact: For questions or if you're a family with twins/triplets, please email ECFE@hopkinsschools.org. Fasalka ECFE ee Qoysaska Af-Soomaaliga ku hadla Ma tahay qof ku hadla afka Soomaaliga? Waxaan si diiran kuugu casuumeynaa adiga iyo caruurtaada inaad ku soo biirtaan fasaladayada ECFE ee Ingiriisigu ku baxa. Fasalkani waxa uu idin siinayaa boos ilmahaagu ku ciyaaro adigana aad kula kulanto waalidiinta kale ee ku hadla af Somaaliga . Turjubaan ayaa jooga usbuuc kasta si uu u taageero isgaarsiinta. Qaybaha Class: Isdhexgalka waalidka/Ilmaha: Waqti tayo leh wada qaatasho tayo leh iyo ku lug yeelashada hawlaha /ciyaarta kor u qaadaysa isku xidhnaanta iyo waxbarashada. Barashada Ku-saleysan Ciyaarta: Madadaalo, waxqabadyo gacmaha wax laga qabanayo oo kobcinaya horumarka cunugaaga ciyaar ahaan. Wax is weydaarsi koox ahaan: Ka qayb qaado hawlaha kooxeed ee ilmahaaga, oo uu hagaaminayo Macallin shahaada u haysta. Cunto fudud: Cunto fudud oo nafaqo leh ayaa la siinayaa carruurta taasoo siinaysa tamar ay ku sii wataan ciyaarta iyo waxbarashada. Wadahadalka waalidiinta: Waxaa hogaaminaya barbaariye waalid oo shahaada u haysta, turjubaan ayaa joogi doona toddobaad kasta si uu u taageero isgaarsiinta. Qaab dhismeedka fasalka: Fasalkan waxaa loogu talagalay carruurta da'doodu u dhaxayso 2-5, taasoo siinaysa khibrad fasal oo habaysan. Walaalahood ka yar waxaa lagu heyn doonaa qolka caruurta. waalidiinta waxa ay diiradda saari doonaan mawduucyada khuseeya carruurta da'doodu u dhaxayso 2-5 sano. Liiska sugitaanka ayaa nagu caawinaya inaan korno! Haddii fasalku buuxsamo, hubi inaad ku biirto liiska sugitaanka. Waxa ay naga caawinaysaa in aan qorshayno waxana laga yaabaa in ay keento in lagu daro fasalo cusub. La xidhiidh: Wixii su'aalo ah ama haddii aad tahay qoys mataano/saddex carruur ah leh. fadlan iimayl u dir ECFE@hopkinsschools.org.

Thu, Sep 18 - May 7 2026

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Max Age

5 yr.

ECFE Spanish Class

Clase de ECFE para familias hispanohablantes ¿Su lengua materna es el español? Los invitamos cordialmente a usted y a sus hijos a unirse a nuestras clases de ECFE en inglés. Esta clase ofrece un espacio para que usted y su hijo jueguen e interactúen, a la vez que les brinda la oportunidad de conectar con otros adultos hispanohablantes. Un intérprete está presente cada semana para facilitar la comunicación. Componentes de la clase: Interacción entre la cuidadora o el cuidador y la niña o el niño: Pasen tiempo de calidad juntos participando en actividades que fomentan la conexión y el aprendizaje temprano. Aprendizaje basado en el juego: Actividades divertidas y prácticas que fomentan el desarrollo de su hijo o su hija a través del juego. Tiempo de círculo interactivo: Participe en actividades grupales con su hijo o su hija, guiado por una educadora infantil certificada. Refrigerio: Se sirve un refrigerio nutritivo para que los niños y las niñas disfruten, brindándoles energía para seguir jugando y aprendiendo. Conversación con la cuidadora o el cuidador: Dirigida por una educadora de padres certificada, con un intérprete disponible cada semana para facilitar la comunicación. Estructura de la clase: Esta clase está diseñada para niños y niñas de 0 a 5 años y les ofrece una experiencia de clase estructurada. Los hermanos o hermanas menores (de 6 meses a 2 años) pasarán al cuidado de un adulto entrenado en educación temprana durante el periodo de separación de clases. ¡Las listas de espera nos ayudan a crecer! Si una clase está llena, asegúrese de unirse a la lista de espera. Esto nos ayuda a planificar y puede resultar en la adición de nuevas clases. Contacto: Si tiene alguna pregunta o si su familia tiene gemelos o trillizos, envíe un correo electrónico aECFE@hopkinsschools.org. ECFE Class for Spanish-Speaking Families Are you a native Spanish speaker? We warmly invite you and your children to join our English-led ECFE classes. These classes offer a space for you and your child to play and interact with others while providing you with the opportunity to connect with other Spanish-speaking adults. An interpreter is present each week to support communication. Class Components: Caregiver/Child Interaction: Spend quality time together engaging in activities that promote bonding and early learning. Play-Based Learning: Fun, hands-on activities that foster your child's development through play. Interactive Circle Time: Participate in group activities with your child, guided by a Licensed Children’s Teacher. Snack Option: A nutritious snack time for children to enjoy, providing energy for continued play and learning. Caregiver Discussion: Led by a Licensed Parenting Educator, with an interpreter available each week to support communication. Class Structure: This class is designed for children ages 0-5, providing them with a structured classroom experience. Younger siblings (6 months – 2 years) will move to sibling care during class separation time. Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Contact: For questions or if you're a family with twins/triplets, please email ECFE@hopkinsschools.org.

Wed, Sep 17 - May 6 2026

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Max Age

5 yr. ^{6 m}

ECFE Summer Infant Class

What an exciting adventure you are on as a caregiver of a baby! It takes a village to support your family during the infant years and beyond. This class will provide you with education from a licensed Parenting Educator along with the shared experiences of other parents and caregivers who are transitioning to parenthood, navigating sleep, feeding, caring for themselves and their families, relationships, and more. The class will include time to play and interact with your baby, information on newborn development and parenting topics, along with an interactive circle time with songs, stories, and movement. Expecting parents are welcome and new arrivals are always encouraged to register. We understand that babies cry, and sometimes during class, they may be sleepy or need to eat. This class is "come as you are" and we embrace this as being a welcoming place to experience the realities of parenting. NOTE: Sibling Care is offered, with limited spots available - Sibling Care is for children from 6 months - 5 years 6 months (or before child has entered Kindergarten.) If you are a family with twins/triplets or have any other questions, please email Rhea Carlson at ECFE@hopkinsschools.org Please sign up even if class is full so you can be on the waitlist!

Thu, May 29 - Jul 24

11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

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ECFE Virtual Discussion for Caregivers of Children Ages 0–8

Virtual Parenting & Caregiving Connection Class For Parents and Caregivers Only of children ages 0-8 years Do you ever wish you had a supportive group of fellow parents and caregivers to talk with—people who understand both the joys and challenges of raising children from birth and beyond? If you’re looking for the Parenting Education component of an ECFE class but can’t attend in person each week, this virtual class is designed just for you. Join us once a week for meaningful conversations facilitated by a Licensed Parent Educator. Connect with others, share experiences, and explore a wide range of parenting topics—all from the comfort of your home. Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums or elementary school transitions, this class provides a welcoming space for support, learning, and connection. Class Format: Weekly virtual sessions via Google Meet Discussion-based and interactive For parents and caregivers only (children do not attend) Come as you are—your voice and your story matter here.

Sun, Sep 14 - May 3 2026

ECFE Young Movers (8-15 months)

Young Mover & Caregiver Exploration Class Is your infant starting to move and explore? Join other caregivers and children during this exciting stage of development! Our class provides a welcoming space for parents and caregivers to engage in meaningful activities with their child while connecting with other families. Class Features: Caregiver/Child Interaction Time: Enjoy play-based learning activities that promote your child's growth and exploration. Caregiver Discussion: Led by a Licensed Parent Educator, this discussion offers insights and support as you share experiences with other caregivers. Interactive Circle Time: Led by a Licensed Children’s Teacher, this activity invites you and your child to participate together in fun, engaging ways. Important Notes: Non-Separating Class: Caregivers remain in the room with their children for the whole class to encourage bonding and shared learning experiences. Sibling Care is offered for children ages 6 months – 5.5 years and have not started Kindergarten yet. Spots are limited, so please register early! Waitlists help us grow! If a class is full, be sure to join the waitlist. It helps us plan and may lead to the addition of new classes. Contact: For questions or if you're a family with twins/triplets, please email ECFE@hopkinsschools.org.

Tue, Sep 30 - Dec 9

8:45 - 10:00 AM

Ages	8 mo. - 1 yr. ^{2 m}