Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Watertown-Mayer Community Education

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. Weekly classes are in three parts: Learning Together in the Children's Classroom, Purposeful Play for Children, and Connecting with Others While Children Learn. ECFE 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:? - 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

05/20/2025