Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Atwater Cosmos Grove City Independent School District 2396

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. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports healthy child development. Services may include:

• Book and toy lending library

• Dad and child programs

• Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

• Home visits

• Information on community resources

• Parent-child activities

• Parent discussion groups

• Play and learn activities for children

• Programs for non-English language learners (Building Language Together Program)

• School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4

• Single parent program

• Special events for the entire family

• Workshops on specific topics

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03/09/2026