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Registration information for 2017-2018 ECFE & Preschool class options Registration form Tuition Information

Fun, Affordable Classes for Families with Children Birth to Five Years Old

Duluth Public Schools

Early Childhood Programs Early Childhood Family Education and Preschool

REGISTRATION GUIDE

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Duluth Early Childhood Main Office: Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N. Blackman Ave Duluth, MN 55811 218-336-8890 [email protected]

Special Topic ECFE Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 What Happens in ECFE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mixed Ages Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Parent/Infant Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 One Year Old Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Two Year Old Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Three Year Old Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Four Year Old Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Facebook: Duluth Early Childhood Programs

ECFE Class Offerings by Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Register & Tuition for ECFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ECFE Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Information on Preschool Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Tuition and Fees for Preschool . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Preschool Times & Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Online registration is available:

Preschool Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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We reserve the right to alter class schedules.

Welcome Welcome to Duluth Public Schools’ early learning programs! Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and Duluth Preschool are programs of Duluth Community Education, with a mission of lifelong learning. We understand that parents are a child's first and most important teachers. We partner with our parents and families to offer the very best in early childhood and family education. Our team of parent educators and early childhood teachers offer support and education for your child and your family. Please join us for a parent infant class, a class for you and your on-themove toddler, or one of our preschool classes. We offer several preschool class options in collaboration with School Readiness, Head Start, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, Early Childhood Scholarships and Early Childhood Special Education funding sources. With a licensed teachers, research based curriculum and locations all around the city, our programs are sure to meet the educational needs of your child. Once your child turns three years old, remember to contact Early Childhood Screening Office for a free screening by calling 218-336-8816 or emailing [email protected]. This health and developmental screening is required by the State Of Minnesota for all children before entering kindergarten. State law recommends that screening be completed during the year a child turns three.

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Join discussions that are unique to you as an adoptive or foster parent. Enjoy conversation with others that may be experiencing similar joys and challenges of parenting. This weekly discussion is led by a licensed Parent Educator. This class is FREE.

If you are a parent or guardian who has a child birth through age 5 that has special needs, this class will offer support, friendship, and great information to you and your family. Childcare provided. Myers-Wilkins Elementary School 1027 N 8th Ave East 5:15-7:00 PM Parent Talk Dates for 2017-2018 September 19 February 13 October 17 March 20 November 21 April 17 January 16 May 15 Pizza dinner provided FREE of charge! Childcare is available!

Wednesdays 11:00-12:30 Piedmont Elementary First Class: September 13th

To register: fill out the registration form on page 11

To register call: 218-336-8890 ext 1 or email: [email protected]

First Year Program This program assists first-time parents, 18 and over, who have limited support during the critical transition time between pregnancy and parenthood. This class meets on Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30 at Washington Center. If you know of a family who would benefit from attending this program or would like more information contact our office at 218-336-8890 ext 1 or [email protected].

The First Year Program and Parent Talk are offered in collaboration with a grant from the Northland Foundation.

Home Visits ECFE offers home visits to families who can not attend class or would benefit from a parent educator visiting them at home to address individual child, parent, or family needs. If you have questions about home visiting please contact the ECFE office. 218-336-8890 or [email protected]

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Parent Talk: Parenting Your Child with Special Needs

Adoptive & Foster Parenting

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What Happens in ECFE?

Mixed Ages

All ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) programs include parent education, early childhood education, and parent-child interaction.

Mixed Ages classes are a great opportunity for families with more than one child to be able to experience ECFE. Classes start with parent-child activity time. Parents and children are able to play and learn together in a safe and educational environment. During the Parent Ed time, children will stay with the early childhood teacher and staff . They will have the opportunity to play with peers and enjoy activities in all areas of development. Parents attend a discussion group led by a Parent Educator. The parent group includes information on developmental, agerelated concerns and allows time to get to know other parents.

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Parent education time - Guided by a licensed parent educator. Conversations are focused on researchbased curriculum and relate to child and parent development and are tailored to meet parent and family needs.

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Parent-child time - Time in the children’s classroom for parents and children to play and learn together in a safe and educational environment.

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Early childhood classroom time - Children will have time to play with their peers and enjoy activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher.

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Sibling care - Sibling care is offered, for your convenience, to siblings of class participants. You must register your children for sibling care.

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Parent Advisory Council - Parents are given the opportunity to be part of site and citywide advisory council to offer their input around programming.

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Family Events - Offered throughout the year at various locations.

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Home Visits - Offered to families who are not able to attend a class or have a need to address individual child, parent, or family needs.

Sibling Care Available– Registration required.

See

Mondays: L3 Lester Park L4 Lester Park S3 Stowe S4 Stowe

3:30-5:00 5:30-7:00 4:00-5:30 6:00-7:30

0-4 Year Olds 0-4 Year Olds 0-4 Year Olds 0-4 Year Olds

Tuesdays: L7 Lester Park 3:30-5:00 0-4 Year Olds L8 Lester Park 5:30-7:00 0-4 Year Olds P6 Piedmont 6:00-7:30 0-4 Year Olds W1 Washington9:00-10:30 0-4 Year Olds W2 Washington11:00-12:30 0-4 Year Olds

Thursdays: ECFE classes at Myers-Wilkins are non-separating. M1 Myers-Wilkins

9:00-10:30

0-4 Year Olds

What are the Benefits of ECFE? For Parents & Families:

For Schools & Communities:

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Information on child development

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Parents who have positive connections to schools and other community programs

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Strategies for effective limit-setting and teaching

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Parents who are engaged and ready for leadership in schools

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Strategies for balancing work & family & managing stress

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Familiarity with community resources for families with young children

Enhanced social connections and informal support between families in the community

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Community norms for appropriate and effective discipline for young children

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Comfort with schools and understanding the parent role in supporting kindergarten readiness and long-term school success

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Focused time for parents and children to learn & explore in

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Babies learn best by interacting with the people and objects in their environment. Learn about the importance of these early years and what you can do to promote healthy development. Parent/Infant classes include parent and baby activity time, parent discussion time, and time to connect with other parents. Parent/Infant classes are non-separating classes.

Mondays:

To register for a Parent/Infant class fill out

See page 3 for more details

Essentia Health Lakewalk Clinic

Sibling Care Available– Registration required see page 11.

P3 Piedmont P4 Piedmont

Topics include: adjusting to parenting, crying and sleeping issues, infant health and safety, feeding and nutrition, attachment and development.

0-12 month olds 0-12 month olds

Tuesdays: L6 Lester 11:00-12:30 W3 Washington 1:00-2:30

0-12 month olds 0-12 month olds

Wednesdays: W4 Washington 1:30-3:30

1502 London Road Duluth, MN 55804

FREE 5-6 week long Parent/Infant class. For children birth-4 months old.

3:00-4:30 5:30-7:00

0-12 month olds

Sign up Today!

Join us this summer! FREE 5 week long Parent/Infant class at

Summer Session: EHS Thursdays 3:00-4:30 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Es-

sentia Health Lakewalk Clinic.

Thursdays 3:00-4:30 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Session #1: EH1 Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 Sept. 20, 27 Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

To register fill out the registration form on page 11.

Session #2: EH2 Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Dec. 6, 13 Session #3: EH3 Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14 Session #4: EH4 Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 Feb 28, Mar 7, 21, 28 Apr 11, 18 Session #5: EH5 Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 April 25 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 5

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Parent/Infant

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One Year Olds

Two Year Olds

Your toddler’s road to independence has begun. Enjoy time playing with your toddler in a safe and

Two year old classes start with parent-child activity time. This is a great opportunity for parents and children to play and learn together in a safe and educational environment. While parents meet nearby, children will stay with the early childhood teacher and staff . They will have the opportunity to play with peers and enjoy activities in all areas of development. Parents attend a discussion group led by a Parent Educator. The parent group includes information on developmental and age-related concerns and allows time to get to know other parents.

educational environment. Children will have time to play with peers and enjoy activities in all areas of development, while parents attend a discussion group

with a Parent Educator. The parent group includes information on developmental and age-related concerns and allows time to get to know other parents. We realize separation for one year olds can be difficult. One year old classes will begin a gradual separation when each group is ready.

Sibling Care Available– Registration required see page 11.

Sibling Care Available– Registration required see page 11.

Mondays: L1 Lester Park P1 Piedmont P2 Piedmont S2 Stowe

Mondays: S2 Stowe

10:00-11:30

1 & 2 Year Olds

9:00-10:30 9:00-10:30 11:00-12:30 10:00-11:30

2 Year Olds

11:00-12:30 9:00-10:30

2 Year Olds

9:00-10:30

2 Year Olds

2 Year Olds 2 & 3 Year Olds 1 & 2 Year Olds

Tuesdays: L5 Lester Park P5 Piedmont

9:00-10:30 4:00-5:30

1 Year Olds

Wednesdays:

1 Year Olds

L10 Lester Park P7 Piedmont

2 & 3 Year Olds

Wednesdays: L8 Lester Park 9:00-10:30

1 Year Olds

Thursdays: L11 Lester Park

Thursdays: P9 Piedmont

9:00-10:30

For Mixed Ages class options see page 4.

1 Year Olds

For Mixed Ages class options see page 4.

To register for a class fill out the registration form on page 11.

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Discovery 3s & 4s

Three and four year old ECFE classes start with parentchild activity time. This is a great opportunity for parents and children to play and learn together in a safe and educational environment. While parents meet nearby, children will stay with the early childhood teacher and staff . They will have the opportunity to play with peers and enjoy activities in all areas of development. Parents attend a discussion group led by a Parent Educator. The parent group includes information on developmental, agerelated concerns and allows time to get to know other parents.

Discovery 3s & 4s at Stowe Elementary 2 day/week class for parents and their 3 or 4 year old This class is for parents and their 3 or 4 year old child to discover the world of pre-k together one day, while allowing for independence the other day. Child must be at least 3 yrs old by September 1, 2017. For parent and child together: Attend Mondays 8:00-9:30 Child only: Wednesdays 8:00-10:30 Required: Plan to attend both days each week, no exceptions. Mondays: Typical ECFE class, allowing for parent discussion with a licensed Parent Educator and time in the classroom with your child discovering activities planned by a licensed Early Childhood Teacher.

Mondays: L2 Lester Park 11:00-12:30 P2 Piedmont 11:00-12:30

Wednesdays: Your child will get a pre-k experience in all areas of learning: social/emotional development, language and literacy, social studies, science, math, the arts, and physical development.

3 Year Olds 2 & 3 Year Olds

Monday/Wednesday: S1 Stowe

M

Preschool

8:00-9:30 Discovery 3s & 4s Parent/Cild Class

W 8:00-10:30 Discovery 3s & 4s Pre-K Class

We are excited to offer more class options for your 3-5 year old than ever before!

Wednesdays: P7 Piedmont

9:00-10:30

2 & 3 Year Olds Duluth Public Schools offers preschool classes in our elementary buildings with the option to choose full-day or half-day options.

Thursdays: L12 Lester Park 11:00-12:30 P10 Piedmont 11:00-12:30

3 Year Olds

*see page 12 for more details

3 & 4 Year Olds

For a complete list of class offerings go to page 14.

For Mixed Ages class options see page 4.

Questions: 218-336-8815 or 218-336-8890 ear-

To register for an ECFE class fill out the tration form on page 11.

regis-

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Three & Four Year Olds

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Lester Park Elementary School :

All ECFE classes begin the week of September 11, 2017

5300 Glenwood Street Room 210A Duluth, MN 55804 336-8875

Monday L1

9:00-10:30

Tuesday L5

9:00-10:30

2 Year Olds L2

11:00-12:30 3:30-5:00

L6

5:30-7:00

11:00-12:30

L7

9:00-10:30

Thursday L5

1 Year Olds L10

0-12 Month Olds

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds L4

L9

1 Year Olds

3 Year Olds L3

Wednesday

11:00-12:30

9:00-10:30 2 Year Olds

L6

11:00-12:30

2 Year Olds

3 Year Olds

Wednesday

Thursday

3:30-5:00

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds L8

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds

5:30-7:00

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds

Myers– Wilkins Elementary School: 1027 N 8th Ave E Room 226 Duluth, MN 55805 461-7250

Monday

Tuesday

*M1

9:00-10:30

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds *M2

11:00-12:30

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds

Parent Talk (once a month)

*ECFE classes at MyersWilkins are non-separating

5:15-7:30 see page 3 for more information

Piedmont Elementary School: 2827 Chambersburg Ave Room 201 Duluth, MN 55811 336-8950

Monday P1

Tuesday

9:00-10:30

Wednesday P7

2 Year Olds P2

11:00-12:30

3:00-4:30

P8

5:30-7:00 0-12 Month Olds

11:00-12:30

Adoptive/Foster Parenting Class

P5

4:00-5:30 1 Year Olds

0-12 Month Olds

P4

P9

P6

6:00-7:30

Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds 8

9:00-10:30 1 Year Olds

2 & 3 Year Olds

2 & 3 Year Olds

P3

9:00-10:30

Thursday

P10

11:00-12:30 3 & 4 Year Olds

715 101st Ave West Room 25 Duluth, MN 55808 336-8700 ext. 3897

Monday S1

S2

Tuesday

Wednesday

8:00-9:30

S1

Thursday

8:00-10:30

Discovery 3s & 4s

Discovery 3s & 4s

Parent/Child Class

Pre-K Class

10:00-11:30 1 & 2 Year Olds

S3

4:00-5:30 Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds

S4

6:00-7:30 Mixed Ages 0-4 Year Olds

Washington Family Center 310 N. 1st Ave W Room 110 Duluth, MN 55802 461-2081 or 461-7250

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

W1 9:00 - 10:30 Mixed Ages– 0– 4 Years W2 11:00 - 12:30 Mixed Ages– 0– 4 Years W3 1:00-2:30 0-12 Month Olds

Thursday

W4 1:30-3:30 First Year Program see page 3 for more information

Essentia Health Lakewalk Clinic 1502 London Road Duluth, MN 55804 FREE 5-6 week long Parent/Infant class. Topics include: adjusting to parenting, crying and sleeping issues, infant health and safety, feeding and nutrition, attachment and development. EH1

EH1

EH2

EH3

EH4

EH5

Summer Session

Session I

Session II

Session III

Session IV

Session V

Thursdays

Wednesdays

Wednesdays

Wednesdays

Wednesdays

Wednesdays

3:00 - 4:30

3:00 - 4:30

3:00 - 4:30

3:00 - 4:30

3:00 - 4:30

3:00 - 4:30

June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Sept 20, 27

Nov 1, 8, 15, 29

Jan 10, 17, 24, 31

Feb 28

Apr 25

Oct 4, 11, 18, 25

Dec 6, 13

Feb 7, 14

Mar 7, 21, 28

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Apr 11, 18

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Stowe Elementary School

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ECFE Registration & Tuition Information Registration Options Online Complete the registration form online at: www.isd709.org (Programs & Services- Birth to Pre-K)

Registration Timeline In order to be included in the first round of registration, forms MUST be in our office by May 1st. As in

Selecting a Class

We enroll the age a child is on 09/01/17. For example, if you are previous years, registrations will be put enrolling in a 3 year old class, your Mail, Email, or Fax in a lottery if more people have regischild must have turned 3 on or betered than there is room for. Complete the registration form on fore 09/01/17. page 11. Either mail, email, or fax it Class Confirmation to our office: Confirmation emails will be sent out Duluth Early Childhood Office Multiple Classes May 15th. If you do not have an Barnes Early Childhood Center email address a confirmation post- In order to serve as many families card will be mailed to you on May 2102 N Blackman Ave as possible, we only allow a family 15th. Duluth, MN 55811 to be registered in one class at a time. Special topic classes are the Email: [email protected] exception. We will continue to take registraFax: 218-336-8898 tions throughout the school year if there are openings. ECFE classes begin the week of

Tuition The ECFE program depends on fees from participants to maintain it’s scope of services. Fees are based on a sliding scale determined by family income. Families pay what they can best afford. Those who are unable to pay are still welcome, but we ask that you contact the ECFE office to discuss arrangements that can be made. All payments are confidential. Do NOT Send any money with your registration form! Once you are registered, you will receive a tuition statement at your center three times during the school year.

ECFE SESSIONS Annual Income

Fee per 10 Week Trimester

$80,000 or more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130 $60,000 - $79,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 $40,000 - $59,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 70 $20,000 - $39,999. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40 Under $20,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25

October, January, and April. SIBLING CARE Annual Income

Fee per 10 Week Trimester

$60,000 or more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25 $20,000 - $59,999. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15 Under $20,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 10

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ECFE REGISTRATION Please complete ONE FORM per family. Each child must be the ages listed for class on, or before 09/01/2017. Example: If enrolling in a class for 3-year-olds, your child must have turned 3 on or before 09/01) 1. Child:__________________________________________________________________ Last Name

First Name

First Name

Male

Date of Birth

2. Child:__________________________________________________________________ Last Name

__/__/____

Middle Name

__/__/____

Middle Name

Female

(circle one)

Male

Date of Birth

Female

(circle one)

Address:________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street

Apt #

City/State

Zip Code

Parent:________________________________________________ Phone ( _ _ _ ) _ _ _ - _ _ _ _

Male

Female (circle one)

Parent:________________________________________________ Phone ( _ _ _ ) _ _ _ - _ _ _ _

Male

Female (circle one)

Alt. Phone: ( _ _ _ ) _ _ _ - _ _ _ _ cell/work

Email______________________________________________________________ 2nd Choice of Session

1st Choice of Session Session Code: ________________ YES

Sibling Care:

NO

3rd Choice of Session

Session Code: ______________ Sibling Care:

YES

NO

Session Code: _______________ Sibling Care:

YES

NO

Sibling Care Registration Child’s Name_________________

Child’s Name____________________

Child’s DOB __________________

Child’s DOB _____________________

YES

Have you ever attended an ECFE class before?

NO

How did you find out about ECFE: (Please check all that apply) Adult Basic Ed/Adult Literacy Early Childhood Screening

Early Childhood Special Education Head Start

Child Care Programs

Facebook/Internet

Other* (See Below):____________________________________

*Social or Human Srv. Agencies, Health Care Providers (doctors or public health nurses), Judicial System, Child Care Provider, Friend, Family Member, etc.

YES

Does anyone in your family have allergies/special needs we need to know about?

NO

If yes, please explain:_________________________________________________________________________________________ Is your child receiving special services from a District IEP, IFSP, or IIIP? Is transportation going to be a problem?

YES

NO

NO

Mail, Deliver, or Fax this form to:

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:

Duluth Early Childhood Main Office: Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N. Blackman Ave Room R32 Duluth, MN 55811 218-336-8890 Fax: 218-336-8898

YES

Chronological age on September 1, 2017:_______ DATE RECEIVED: _ _ /_ _ / _ _ _ _ ENROLLMENT DATE: _ _ / _ _ / _ _ _ _ IC 11

eClasstrak

Immunizations

PRESCHOOL OPTIONS

Duluth Preschool Options

Parent Aware Rated - Four STARS of Excellence We’re proud to be one of the first preschool programs in the state to earn a four-star rating from Minnesota Parent Aware - the highest rating possible! Parent Aware’s rating system helps parents find preschools and childcare programs focused on high quality early learning and kindergarten readiness. For more information check out the Parent Aware website: www.parentawareratings.org

Prepare your child for success in kindergarten and beyond! Situated within many Duluth Public School Elementary buildings, our preschool classes are offered by a collaboration with School Readiness, Duluth Head Start, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, Early Childhood Scholarship & Early Childhood Special Education funding sources with the intention of providing families of children ages 3-5 with a high quality, developmentally-appropriate, fully inclusive and nurturing early childhood experience. Our classrooms provide inclusion opportunities for children with special needs and access to staff from Early Childhood Special Education.

If you have questions about Duluth Preschool: Starting preschool is an exciting milestone for your young child’s life, marked by their emerging sense of independence and expanding social, language and thinking skills. Duluth Public Schools preschool options are a great place to start!

218-336-8816 or 218-336-8890 [email protected]

Bus Transportation Where space permits, transportation to and from full-day preschool classes is available on regular school bus routes with K - 5th grade students. Children can also ride buses to morning preschool classes if they live in the attendance area of the elementary school. No mid-day busing is available. Children must be 4 years old. Please indicate your interest in busing options on the registration form.

Our Curriculum Our Preschool curriculum promotes each child’s socialemotional, language, physical and intellectual development. Licensed early childhood teachers provide instruction from the following resources: OWL– Opening the World of Learning Second Step: social and emotional learning SEEDS of Early Learning: oral language, rhyming, alliteration, letter names and letter sounds recognition

Childcare Options Childcare may be available through KEY Zone after the school day for both full-day and PM sessions for students at Laura MacArthur and Myers-Wilkins Elementary Schools. Monthly and Flex rates available. County assistance available to those who qualify. Please indicate your interest in childcare options on the registration

In early childhood, children are learning through play. In addition to teacher lead activities, children have plenty of time to explore and discover the world around them. Research shows that play is important to healthy brain development and is the vehicle to early learning. Our preschool classroom activities are aligned with state standards and goals.

Great News! Many of our preschool classrooms have

We Provide

once again been awarded full or part time Minnesota Reading Corps tutor positions! For more information about how to become a tutor visit www.minnsotareadingcorps.org.

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High quality early childhood experiences with licensed teachers

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Parent education, support, and parent involvement

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Full and half-day options

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A focus on health and nutrition

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Services for children with disabilities

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Assistance accessing community resources

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Registration Options Online Complete the registration form online at: www.isd709.org (Programs & Services - Birth to Pre-K)

Selecting a Class Income verification is required in order for your registration to be complete. Income verification can be mailed, emailed, or faxed to our office.

Mail, Email, or Fax Complete the registration form on page 11. Either mail, email, or fax it to our office: Duluth Early Childhood Office Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N Blackman Ave Duluth, MN 55811

Duluth Early Childhood Office: Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N. Blackman Ave Duluth, MN 55811 Phone: 218-336-8815 or 218-336-8890 Fax: 218-336-8819 [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

Head Start income eligible families and Voluntary PreKindergarten families will be determined at enrollment and will not pay any tuition or registration fees. School Readiness tuition is determined using a sliding fee scale, making preschool affordable for all. All payments are confidential. Do NOT send any money with your registration form until we have confirmed you have a spot.

Tuition Assistance State Early Learning Scholarships give families financial support to help pay for high-quality early care and education to prepare their young children for school. To be eligible for a scholarship families must:

Registration Timeline In order to be included in the first round of registration, forms and income verification MUST be in our office by May 1st. Class Confirmation Confirmation letters will be sent out May 15th. We will continue to take registrations throughout the school year if

Fax: 218-336-8898

Tuition

We enroll the age a child is on 09/01/17. For example, if you are enrolling in a 4 year old class, your child must have turned 4 on or before 09/01/17.

All800-462-1660 Day Classrooms Income

Registration Fee

Annual Tuition

$30

$2,250

Monthly Payment Sept-May $250

$30

$1,692

$188

$30

$1125

$125

$0

$0

$0

(non-refundable)

$75,000 or more $40,000 to $74,999 $20,000 to $39,999 Under $20,000

Half Day Classrooms Income

Registration Fee (non-refundable)

Annual Tuition

Monthly Payment Sept-May $150

$75,000 $30 $1,350 or more $40,000 $30 $1017 $113  Have a child who is 3 or 4 years old by 09/01/17 to  Have an annual income at or below 185% of the Federal $74,999 Poverty Guidelines. $20,000 $30 $675 $75 to Applications are available in our office or online at: $39,999 www.familiesfirstmn.org Under $0 $0 $0 If you have questions please contact Families First: $20,000 13 www.isd709.org (Programs & Services-Birth to Age 5) 

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PRESCHOOL OPTIONS

Preschool Registration & Tuition Information

PRESCHOOL OPTIONS

2017-2018 Duluth Preschool Options ELIGIBLE DATE OF BIRTH:

*Classes with an asterisk will begin on September 11,

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To enroll in a 3 year old class your child MUST be 3 years old by 09/01/17.

2017 and will meet Monday -Friday.

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To enroll in a 4 year old class your child MUST be 4 years old by 09/01/17.

All other preschool classes will begin on September 18, 2017 and will meet Monday– Thursday.

Myers Wilkins Elementary School 1027 N 8th Ave East

Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N Blackman Ave Session Code

Age

Days

Time

Session Code

Age

Days

B1– half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

*M1– full-day

4

M-F

7:45-2:15

B2– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

M2– full-day

4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-2:15

M3– half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

M4– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

Homecroft Elementary School 4784 Howard Gnesen Road Session Code

Time

Piedmont Elementary School 2827 Chambersburg Ave

Age

Days

Time

H1– full-day

4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-2:15

Session Code

Age

Days

H2– half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

*P1– full-day

4

M-F

7:45-2:15

H3– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

P2– half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

P3– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

Laura MacArthur Elementary School 720 N Central Ave

Time

Stowe Elementary School 715 101st Ave West

Session Code

Age

Days

Time

*LM1– full-day

4

M-F

7:45-2:15

Session Code

LM2– full-day

4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-2:15

LM3– half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

LM4– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

Age

Days

Time

S1– full-day

4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-2:15

7:45-11:15

S2– half- day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

11:45-3:15

S3– half- day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

Lester Park Elementary School 5300 Glenwood St Session Code

Age

Days

Time

L1- half-day

3&4

M/T/W/TH

7:45-11:15

Questions:

L2– half-day

4

M/T/W/TH

11:45-3:15

Call: 218-336-8815 or 218-336-8890 email: [email protected] 14

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Preschool Registration Child’s Name: _____________________________________________ Birthdate:______________ Age:___________ Gender: M  F Primary Language: ________________________________________________ Street Address: _____________________________________________________________

Apt. #: ______________

City: _____________________________ State: _____________ Zip: ____________

Primary Parent/Guardian Information (living in primary household with child) 1. Primary Parent/Guardian Full Legal Name:______________________________________ Birthdate:___________ Relationship to Child: (parent, foster, relative)__________________ Phone:________________________

Does this person have custody of the child?

Phone text:_____________________

□ Yes □ No

Phone work:________________________

Email:______________________________________________

2. Primary Parent/Guardian Full Legal Name:______________________________________ Birthdate:___________ Relationship to Child: (parent, foster, relative)__________________ Phone:________________________

Does this person have custody of the child?

Phone text:_____________________

□ Yes □ No

Phone work:________________________

Email:______________________________________________ How many adults and children are living in your primary household? ________________________________________________ Are either of the parents/guardians currently deployed through the U.S. military?  Y  N Where is the child/family living? (Check one) In our own home  In a shelter  With friends or family members (not with parent/guardian)  In a hotel/motel  In a car, park, campsite  Doubled up with another family in a house or apartment due to economic hardship What is your family’s income level? (Check one)  Below $12,000  $12,000-$20,000  $20,000-$30,000 $30,000-$40,000  $40,000 -$50,000  $50,000-$60,000  Over $60,000 Does your family receive MFIP or SSI?  Y N Has your child been through Early Childhood Screening?  Y N. Do you have developmental concerns about this child? (i.e., learning, speech, health, vision, hearing, dental) _____________________________________________________________ Does your child receive special services? (IEP, Speech/Language, etc.)  Y  N. If so, where? ____________________________ Has your child attended another childcare or preschool?  Y  N. If so, where? _______________________________________ What is your child’s home school/intended kindergarten placement?________________________________________________ Are you interested in bus transportation? Only for four year olds in full-day (to and from school) or AM session (to school only)  Y  N Are you interested in KEY Zone after school care? Only available for full-day and PM sessions at Laura MacArthur and Myers-Wilkins  Y  N

1st Choice

2nd Choice

3rd Choice

Session Code:__________________

Session Code:__________________

Session Code:__________________

Non-Profit Org. U. S. POSTAGE PAID Duluth, MN Permit No. 210

Early Childhood Offices ISD #709 Barnes Early Childhood Center 2102 N. Blackman Ave Duluth, MN 55811

EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS Early Childhood Screening

Developmental screening is available for children birth through age three. It is offered free of charge and year round through Duluth Public Schools. Screenings are done in all areas of development:

Early childhood developmental screening helps a school district identify children who may benefit from district and community resources available to help in their development. Recommended during the year children are three. Required for kindergarten entrance.

Communication Cognitive Adaptive Fine and Gross Motor Medical/Health Hearing

To schedule an appointment: Call 218-336-8816 or Email: [email protected]

Behavior & Social/Emotional

Early Childhood Special Education

ECSE Provides individually tailored programs for children with identified areas of need or disabilities from birth through six years of age . These services include screening, identification, evaluation, special education, related services and support for families. An individualized educational plan is written for children who qualify for services. Services are provided in home, community, and classroom settings and are free of charge to families. Call 336-8744.

CALL 218-336-8744

ECFE also serves families through our community partnerships with: NERCC– Northeast Regional Correction Center

Life House

Steve O’Neil Apartments/Shelter

Little Treasures Childcare & Family Center

Essentia Medical Center

St. Luke’s Hospital

Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center