ecfe 2015-16 brochure

Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Saint Paul 2015-2016

EARLY CHILDHOODFAMILY EDUCATIONProgram Information & Application

ecfe.spps.org English 651-793-5410 • Español 651-744-4815 • Hmoob 651-744-4816

undusdm 651-744-4861 • Soomaali 651-744-6689 (see Language Specific classes on page 12)


ECFE uses the Minnesota Department of Education Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (0-3 years old and 3-5 years), Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Saint Paul ECFE Instructional Standards to create high-quality classes for families.

Family Time

Parents and children learn together to emphasize developing children’s language, reading and math skills.

Los padres/guardianes y niños aprenden juntos para enfatizar el desarrollo del lenguaje y las habilidades de lectura y escritura del niño.

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Parent/Guardian’s Time

Licensed parent educators lead the parents through discussions intended to increase knowledge and parenting skills.

Educadores guían las conversaciones de los padres con la intención de aumentar el conocimiento y habilidades de crianza.

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Children’s Time

Children participate in activites which fo-cus on social and emotional development.

Los niños participan en actividades que se enfocan en el desarrollo social y emocional.

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What happens in ECFE classes?

Parents participate in discussions which foster:Parent developmentPare Parent development

Parent/child relationships

Early childhood development

Family development

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Children will experience activities that encourage:

• Social and emotional development

• Approaches to learning

• Language and literacy development

• Creativity and the arts

• Cognitive development

• Physical and motor development


CONTENTS

ECFE Locations Map.......................................................................................................4Classes & Locations Chart...............................................................................................5Location Schedules:

Battle Creek Elementary..........................................................................................6Crossroads Elementary............................................................................................7Dayton’s Bluff Elementary........................................................................................7Homecroft Early Learning Center...........................................................................8Mt. Airy Homes........................................................................................................8Rondo Education Center..........................................................................................9Roosevelt Homes......................................................................................................9West 7th at Monroe School.....................................................................................10West Side at 271 Belvidere Street East..................................................................10Wheelock Early Learning Center..........................................................................11

Additional Services.........................................................................................................12ECFE Partners.................................................................................................................13How to Apply...................................................................................................................14Application for 2015-16..................................................................................................15

SEMESTER ONE:September 10, 2015 - January 27, 2016

SEMESTER TWO:

February 1, 2016 - June 9, 2016

4 Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

ECFE Locations Map

ECFE SITES

Battle Creek Elementary ............................................................... 60 S. Ruth Street, 55119 ................................................................................ 651-793-7354Crossroads Elementary ................................................................... 543 Front Avenue, 55117..................................................................................651-767-8555Dayton’s Bluff Elementary ............................................................ 262 Bates Avenue, 55106 . ............................................................................ 651-293-5343Homecroft Early Learning Center .............................................. 1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116 ..................................................................... 651-744-3432Mt. Airy Homes Community Center ...................................... 91 East Arch Street, 55130 ............................................................................ 651-298-4102 Rondo Education Center .............................................................. 560 Concordia Avenue, 55103 ................................................................... 651-325-2793 Roosevelt Homes Community Center ................................. 1575 Ames Avenue, 55106 ............................................................................ 651-293-5363West 7th at Monroe School ....................................................... 810 Palace Avenue, 55102 ............................................................................ 651-293-8969West Side at 271 Belvidere .......................................................... 271 Belvidere Street, East 55107....................................................................651-744-1750Wheelock Early Learning Center .............................................. 1521 Edgerton Street, 55130 ......................................................................... 651-293-5347

CROSSROADS

BATTLE CREEK

DAYTON’S BLUFF

RONDO

WEST SIDE AT 271 BELVIDERE

WEST 7THAT MONROE

MT. AIRY

WHEELOCK

ROOSEVELT HOMES

HOMECROFT

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION

ADMINSTRATION OFFICE1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116

651-793-5410

5Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org

Classes & Locations Chart

CLASS DESCRIPTIONSWelcome to ECFE classes in Saint Paul! Use the map on page 4 to find where each site is located. Check the schedules on pages 6 through 11 to find the day, time and other information for each class offered.

All children must be age Birth-Kindergarten by September 1, 2015.

Getting Ready for Kindergarten - for 3 & 4 year olds with sibling care

Baby FUNdamentals Drop-In (Birth - 6 months)

Infants

Toddlers

Age Specific between Birth and Three Years

Birth to K Classes

Evening Classes

COMMUNITY SPECIFIC CLASSES

Adoptive Families

African American Families

American Indian Families

Dads

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Families

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Somaalii / Somali Speaking FamiliesEspañol / Spanish Speaking FamiliesParenting Across CulturesA class where families from a variety of cultural backgrounds can share and learn about child development practices.

Family LiteracyEarly Childhood Education combined with English Language Learning (ELL) classes and parent education for families. Parents must be between levels 0 and 6 on the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS). Families learning English attend three days a week with their children who are birth - kindergarten (K) entrance.

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Location Schedules

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Limited Transportation

Family Literacy8:30-11:00 am


Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm





BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY60 S. Ruth Street, 55119651-793-7354

Birth - K‘Parenting Across

Cultures’9:00-11:00 am


Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! Birth-K class on Wednesday afternoons.

• ‘Parenting Across Cultures’ Birth-K class for families from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

• Three-day Family Literacy class with limited neighborhood transportation for families learning English.

Family Literacy Classes

Family Literacy combines English Language Learning (ELL) classes and parent education for families. Parents must be between levels 0 and 6 on the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS). Families must commit to attend all three days a week with their children who are birth - kindergarten (K) entrance. Families with an F-1 visa are not eligible for Family Literacy. They do qualify for other ECFE classes including “Parenting Across Cultures”. Classes are held at the following locations:

• Battle Creek (see page 6) • Mt. Airy Community Center (see page 8)• Crossroads (see page 7) • Roosevelt Homes (see page 9)• Dayton’s Bluff (see page 7) • West Side at 271 Belvidere (see page 10)• Homecroft (see page 8) • Wheelock Early Learning Center (see page 11)


Location Schedules



Birth - K‘Parenting

Across Cultures’

8:45-10:45 amLimited

Transportation

Birth - K9:00 -11:00 am

Nacimiento - KinderEspañol

1:30-3:30 pmTransportación

Limitada

Birth - KKaren Families5:30-7:30 pm

LimitedTransportation

Birth - K 9:00-11:00 am

Family Literacy12:45-3:15 pm


Birth - 9 yearsAmerican

Indian Families5:30-7:30 pm


Birth - K9:00-11:00 am



CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY543 Front Avenue, 55117651-767-8555

Birth - K 9:00-11:00 am



Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! Three-day Family Literacy class with limited neighborhood transportation for families learning English.

• Large indoor playground.• Clases en español para las

familias los miércoles.• ‘Parenting Across Cultures’

Birth-K class for families from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

Birth - KHmong Families

Incredible Years9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am



Birth - K9:30-11:30 am



Birth - KCo-facilitated

with ECSE9:30-11:30 am



Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm

DAYTON’S BLUFF ELEMENTARY262 Bates Avenue, 55106(enter at 800 Conway Street)651-293-5343


9:30-11:30 amTransportación

Limitada



Limitada

African American Families

Incredible Years1:00-3:00 pm


• African American Families class Monday afternoons.

• Clases en español para las familias los lunes.


• ECFE/ECSE class co-facilitated by a Parent Educator and an Early Childhood Special Education Social Worker. Designed to provide an inclusive opportunity for typically developing children and children with special needs.

“I’ve learned how to respond to children at different developmental stages.” - ECFE Parent


Location Schedules





Birth - K9:00-11:00 am



Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - KDinner

Together5:45-7:45 pm

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - K ‘Parenting Across

Cultures’12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - K ‘Parenting Across

Cultures’5:30-7:30 pm

Birth - K9:00-11:00 am

Birth - 3 years9:15-11:15 am

Birth - 3 years Lunch Bunch12:15-2:15 pm

Birth - K 5:30-7:30 pm

HOMECROFT EARLY LEARNING CENTER1845 Sheridan Avenue, 55116651-744-3432



Birth - K9:00-11:00 am



Limitada

Birth - KDinner

Together5:45-7:45 pm

• Two ‘Parenting Across Cultures’ classes Tuesday afternoon and evening. Birth-K classes for families

from a variety of cultural backgrounds.


• Clases en español para las familias los lunes.

• A Lunch Bunch class and two Dinner Together classes. Parents bring meals to eat with their children during the first 30 minutes of class.

Birth - K9:45-11:45 am














MT. AIRY COMMUNITY CENTER91 East Arch Street, 55130651-298-4102


• Birth - K class on Friday with limited neighborhood transportation.

“I have learned how to make everyday activities fun” - ECFE Parent


Location Schedules



Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

12 - 24 monthsGradual

Separation9:15-11:00 am

Birth - KCo-facilitated

with ECSE9:30-11:30 am


Separation12:00-1:30 pm

4 -12 monthsNon-separating5:30-7:00 pm


Separation9:15-11:00 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am


Separation12:00-1:30 pm

‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’1:00-3:00 pm

Birth - KAfrican American

Families5:30-7:30 pm


Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

*Birth - 5 monthsNon-separating5:30-7:00 pm

Birth - K5:45-7:45 pm

RONDO EDUCATION CENTER560 Concordia Avenue, 55103(Dale Street & 94)651-325-2793

Birth - KDads’ Class

9:30-11:30 am

Birth - KSomali Families12:30-2:30 pm


Birth - KDad’s Class

5:30-7:30 pm

• NEW! ‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’ for 3 & 4 year olds (with younger sibling care).

• Birth - K for Dads, Somali Families and African American Families.

• ECFE/ECSE class co-facilitated by a Parent Educator and an Early Childhood Special Education Social Worker. Designed to provide an inclusive opportunity for typically developing children and children with special needs.

* Age-specific infant/toddler classes: Infants must be the appropriate age for class by September 1, 2015 for first semester and February 1, 2016 for second semester.

“I’ve learned how to talk to my spouse about parenting so we can be on the same page.”

- ECFE Parent

Birth - K‘Parenting Across

Cultures’ 9:30-11:30 am




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Birth - KKaren Families1:15 -3:15 pm




ROOSEVELT HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER1575 Ames Avenue, 55106651-293-5363



Birth - KHmong Families1:00-3:00 pm


Birth - KHmong Families5:30-7:30 pmSibling Care



• Language Specific Classes: Hmong, Spanish and Karen.

• ‘Parenting Across Cultures’ Birth-K classes for families from a variety of cultural backgrounds.


Location Schedules



Birth - K9:15-11:15 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - 3 years9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - 6 mosBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

12:30-2:00 pm

Birth - KLGBT

Families5:45-7:45 pm

WEST 7TH at MONROE810 Palace Avenue, 55102(enter on James Avenue)651-293-8969

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K12:30-2:30 pm

Birth - K5:45-7:45 pm

• Baby FUNdamentals is back by popular demand! Drop-In play and learn group on Thursday afternoons for Birth - 6 months (no sibling care). See page 11 for description.

• LGBT Families class Thursday evening for parents and children.

• Birth to 3 years class on Tuesday mornings.

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - K8:45-11:00 am



‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’

5:30-7:30 pm

Birth - K8:45-11:00 am



Birth - K

5:30-7:30 pm



Limitada

Preparandose para el kinder(con cuidado de los her-manitos)


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WEST SIDE at271 Belvidere Street E., 55107651-744-1750

Birth - K8:45-11:00 am



• NEW! ‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’ for 3 & 4 year olds (with younger sibling care).


• Clases en español para las familias los jueves.

“Thank you ECFE! We love it here!” - ECFE Parent



Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - KKaren Families9:30-11:30 am




Birth - K9:30-11:30 am



‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’

1:15-3:15 pm Limited

Transportation

Birth - KAdoptive Parents

6:00-8:00 pm



Birth - K9:30-11:30 am




Across Cultures’

1:15-3:15 pmLimited

Transportation


Across Cultures’

5:30-7:30 pmLimited

Transportation

Birth - K5:30-7:30 pm



‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’9:30-11:30 am



Birth - KHmong Families

Incredible Years1:15-3:15 pm




Limitada

WHEELOCK EARLY LEARNING CENTER1521 Edgerton Street, 55130651-293-5347

Birth - K9:30-11:30 am

Birth - 6 mosBaby

FUNdamentalsDrop-In

12:30-2:00 pm

• NEW! Two ‘Getting Ready for Kindergarten’ classes for 3 & 4 year olds (with younger sibling care). Choose either Wednesday afternoon or Thursday morning.

• NEW! Two ‘Parenting Across Cultures’ classes. Choose either Tuesday afternoon or Tuesday evening.

• Birth-K classes for families from a variety of cultural backgrounds.• NEW! Hmong Families class on

Thursday afternoon. • Karen Families class on Friday

mornings.• Clases en español para familias

los jueves.• Three-day Family Literacy class

with limited neighborhood transportation for families learning English.

• Baby FUNdamentals, Drop-In play and learn group on

Mondays for Birth to 6 months (no sibling care).

Baby FUNdamentals Drop-in Class (Birth to 6 months)

Being a new parent is a time of wonder...and wondering. Come with your infant and visit with other parents of newborns. There will be discussions about how to stimulate your infant’s development, information on sleeping and feeding your little one, networking with other parents and ways to foster your child’s growth and development. For more information or to RSVP call our West 7th at Monroe and Wheelock sites or just drop-in!

Other infant/toddler age-specific offerings at the Rondo location.

Location Schedules


Additonal ServicesHome Visitor ProgramECFE provides home visits for families with children age birth to kindergarten enrollment. For parents, ECFE Home Visitors offer developmental information and referrals to community resources. For children, Home Visitors provide age-appropriate learning activities, supporting growth in the four developmental domains: cognitive, social/emotional, language and physical/motor. Home visits are for families who need one-on-one interaction time, may have physical limitations or may not feel comfortable in a group setting. A home visitor can come to your home for one hour per week or every other week. To find out more information about the Home Visitor Program, please call 651-793-5410. Language-Specific Classes

Hmoob (651-744-4816)ECFE muaj cov hoob qhia ua lus hmoob nyob rau ntawm: Dayton’s Bluff, Roosevelt Homes thiab Wheelock. Muaj kawm ntawv Askiv rau tsev neeg nyob rau ntawm: Battle Creek, Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at 271 Belvidere thiab Wheelock.

Somaalii (651-744-6689)Fasalada luuqada Ingiriisiga waxaa loo siiyaa qoysaska: Battle Creek, Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at 271 Belvidere and Wheelock. Somaalii Families at Rondo.

Español (651-744-4815)Se ofrecen clases en español de ECFE se en: Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at 271 Belvidere y Wheelock. Se ofrecen clases de inglés a las familias en: Battle Creek, Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at 271 Belvidere y Wheelock.

undusdm (651-744-4861)ECFE wDRw>zH;vdrR’d;wz.Aw>od.vdtDRvXAundusdm usdmzJ: Crossroads, Roosevelt Homes and Wheelock.tJuvH;usdmwDRw>zH;vdrR’d;wz.Aw>od.vd[H.zdCDzdzJ:ABattle Creek, Crossroads, Dayton’s Bluff, Homecroft, Mt. Airy, Roosevelt Homes, West Side at 271 Belvidere and Wheelock.

Community Connections• AGAPE Area Learning Center• American Indian Family Center• Childrens’ Theatre Company• Department of Indian Works• Harding High School• Family Place • Family Service Center • Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphony• Head Start • Minnesota Children’s Museum • Neighborhood House• Ronald M. Hubbs Center • Saint Paul Public Library • Saint Paul Public Schools’ Indian Education • University of Minnesota Student Housing• Wilder Foundation

“I love being able to learn from other parents sometimes, just hearing “It’s ok” helps!”

- ECFE Parent


ECFE Partners

SAINT PAUL ECFE CITYWIDE PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL operates in support of the ECFE goal - to support and strengthen families of young children through information, education and networking. The Advisory Council is comprised of parents and a staff representative. Each ECFE site provides a parent representative responsible for relaying information between the site and the Advisory Council. For more information, contact the ECFE Office at 651-793-5410.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN The Pre-Kindergarten Program provides preschool education at 34 Saint Paul elementary schools supporting and enhancing the learning and development of children and their families prior to kindergarten. Children must be four years old by September 1, 2015 and live in Saint Paul. Admission priority is given to children who are English Language Learners, are eligible for free or reduced meals, or are receiving Early Childhood Special Education services. For more information, visit prek.spps.org. To apply for the program, call the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENINGRequired by State Law for children before starting Kindergarten and required for Pre-K entrance. • Vision • Speech • Hearing • Development • Height • Social/Emotional • Weight • Health History • Immunization Review Screening is recommended for children when they are 3 (and up to 5) for early identification of any concerns which may interfere with learning. Screening is offered by Saint Paul Public Schools free of charge. Forms are available from the Early Childhood Screening Office if parents choose to have their own health provider complete the screening. Day and Evening Appointments: call 651-632-3746.

Volunteer Opportunities

ECFE is currently seeking volunteer classroom aides for our Family Literacy classes. Volunteer classroom aides assist with instruction of beginning-level adult English Language Learners and work on basic English skills with them. All volunteer classroom aides are provided with on-line training through the MN Literacy Council and an on-site orientation. The minimum commitment is 2.5 hours a week for either 1st or 2nd semester. Full year placements are welcome as well. If interested, please call 651-793-5410.

Wanted: Substitute Teachers and Assistants!

Licensed teachers and adults who have experience working with children are needed as substitute teachers and assistants in ECFE. Call 651-793-5410 for more information.

is a collaboration of community partners in Saint Paul that provides parents and communities with resources to help children get ready for the smooth transition to kindergarten. Explore the website! Try the activities! Have fun! Visit blastofftok.org for: • Monthly family activity sheets • Resources for families and caregivers • Links to community partner’s informationLike us on facebook @ Blastofftokindergarten

If you have concerns about the development of your child (birth to 5 years), there may be services available for your child and family. Help Me Grow is a collaborative effort of agencies serving young children to improve access to special education and other community services. Help Me Grow website provides excellent information on typical child development and developmental milestones.Visit HelpMeGrowMN.org or call Help Me Grow at: 1-866-693-Grow (4769) to refer a child.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION All children, including children with special education needs, are welcome with their parents in ECFE classes. ECFE works closely with Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) staff to provide support to children with special needs. Two ECFE classes will be co-facilitated with ECSE staff at Dayton’s Bluff and Rondo.

HelpMeGrowMN.org1-866-693-4769

Is your child on track?


How to Apply

STEP ONE

STEP TWO

STEP THREE

FEES

PROGRAM POLICIES

Priority will be given to applications received by August 14, 2015

Select up to three classes that best meet your needs.

Completely fill out and mail in the application form on page 15 or visit ecfe.spps.org and appy online. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee a spot in any classes.

You will be notified by August 21, 2015 whether you have been placed in a class or on the waiting list. Once enrolled, you will need to complete registration during the first day of class and bring the following information: • Copy of your child’s birth certificate (if you are new to Saint Paul ECFE) • Copy of your child’s current immunizations • Student Information Form (if you are new to Saint Paul ECFE) • Media Permission Form• Payment information To download forms online, visit ecfe.spps.org and click ‘Fees & Forms’.

• The sliding fee scale above lists recommended fees; no family will be excluded because of an inability to pay.

• Classes run the entire school year unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to cancel classes with too few participants.

• All adult participants must have a child age birth to kindergarten.

• Fees are collected in fall and winter for first and second semesters, respectively.

• Refunds can be made through the third week of class.

• Participants may make tax-deductible donations to sponsor other participating families.

• 30% of enrollment spaces in every class are reserved for new participants.

• Due to limited resources, enrollment priority is given to children and their parents or legal guardians. Each parent/guardian may participate in only one parent/child class per semester.

• Preference is given to families residing in Saint Paul. If space is available after the third week of class, families residing outside Saint Paul may enroll for an additional 10% surcharge.

• Families enrolled first semester will be given priority to register for second semester.

• Families who enroll and do not attend for three consecutive classes without notifying staff will forfeit their place in class to other families on the waiting list.

Annual Family Income Fee (per semester) Annual Family Income Fee (per semester)

$9,999 and lower $10 $80,000 - 89,999 $175$10,000 - 19,999 $20 $90,000 - 99,999 $200$20,000 - 29,999 $30 $100,000 - 109,999 $225$30,000 - 39,999 $50 $110,000 - 119,999 $250$40,000 - 49,999 $70 $120,000 - 129,999 $275$50,000 - 59,999 $100 $130,000 - 149,999 $310$60,000 - 69,999 $125 $150,000 - 169,999 $340$70,000 - 79,999 $150 $170,000 + $370

Questions? Call 651-793-5410 or visit ecfe.spps.org14


NEW Application for 2015-2016

Fill out entire form COMPLETELY and mail to:1845 Sheridan Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116.

DO NOT include any additional forms or payment.

Parents / Guardians Attending Class First Name

Last Name

Gender Female Male Birth Date

Email Phone Home or Cell

Address (include apartment #)

City, State, Zip

Race (check all that apply) American Indian/Alaskan Asian Black/African American Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White Other

Hispanic or Latino? Yes No Advisory Member? Yes No

Children Attending Class (please include expected children with due date as birth date)First Name Last Name MI Gender Birth Date Lives with Allergies Special Needs (IEP, IFSP, etc.)

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F M

Emergency Information

Emergency Contact: Relationship: Phone #: Emergency Contact: Relationship: Phone #: Emergency Contact: Relationship: Phone #:

Class Choice Class Name Location Day Time

1st Choice2nd Choice3rd Choice

Payment Information

Annual family income before taxes last year : $ __________ Number of people in household:

Based on the sliding fee scale on page 14, my family is able to pay $ __________ toward class fees.

Payment will not be collected until after enrollment is confirmed. Split payment option is available (first payment charged at enrollment and second payment 8 weeks after). No family will be excluded because of inability to pay. Refunds will be given through the third week of class.

Additional Questions (for the parent / guardian completing the form)

Would you like to receive text messages from ECFE? Yes No

What is your home language? Do you need interpreter assistance? Yes No

Are you interested in volunteering? No Classroom Volunteer Advisory Council Other:

Highest level of school completed: 8th Grade Some High School (no diploma) High School Diploma GED Some College (no degree) Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree

Current job status: Employed 25+ hrs/wk Employed 1-25 hrs/wk Unemployed, seeking Unemployed, not seeking

How did you hear about ECFE? Friend / Family Direct Mail News Screening Hospital Other:

First Name

Last Name

Gender Female Male Birth Date

Email Phone Home or Cell

Address (include apartment #)

City, State, Zip

Race (check all that apply) American Indian/Alaskan Asian Black/African American Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White Other

Hispanic or Latino? Yes No Advisory Member? Yes No



Saint Paul Public Schools ISD #625Early Childhood Family Education 1845 Sheridan AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55116651-793-5410 ecfe.spps.org

BOARD OF EDUCATION John BrodrickAnne CarrollMary DoranKeith HardyJean O’ConnellLouise SeebaChue Vue

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ADMINISTRATION Valeria Silva SUPERINTENDENT

Jackie Turner CHIEF OF ENGAGEMENT

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