Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Hastings Public Schools Independent School District 200

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

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- ECFE Parent Advisory Council

- Home visits

- Information on community resources

- Parent discussion groups

- Parent-child activities

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

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

- Single parent program

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics