Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Saint Cloud Area School District 742
800 7th Street South, Waite Park, MN 56387
Eligibility
Required documents
Hours
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
Call; visit website; walk in
Fees
Class fees vary and are determined by the school district; a sliding fee scale may be available; fees are waived for participants unable to pay
Service area
Benton County, MN
Stearns County, MN
Other Information
Application Process
Program Fees
Description
ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children, but may just include parents/caregivers Services may include: - Book library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Family Literacy program - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for English Language Learners - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Single-parent program - Special events for the entire family Parents participate in a parenting discussion group with a licensed parent educator. They also work on English language skills or a GED in partnership with Adult Basic Education. Children participate in a positive early learning experience with an early childhood educator. ?NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
Last Assured
12/29/2025
Providing organization
Saint Cloud Area School District 742
Public school district
