Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Eastern Carver County Schools

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth - 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. Preschool programs are available for half and full day students. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child and their overall success in school. Services may include:​

​- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- 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