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Early Childhood

Early Childhood Family Education is a MN State funded educational program for families with children from birth to 5 (not yet in kindergarten). The mission of Early Childhood Family Education is to strengthen families through the education and support of all parents and to help parents provide the best possible environment for the healthy growth and development of their children.

In SoWashCo Schools, ECFE sets the stage for parent involvement and children's success in K-12 education and builds community by connecting parents of infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Classes include early childhood education, parent/child interaction time and parent discussion. Classes are taught by Minnesota State licensed early childhood teachers and licensed parent educators. In addition to traditional classes, ECFE also provides individualized consultation options for families as well as other program options through community partnerships with Woodwinds Hospital, Headstart, WIC, Washington County child care providers and libraries.

Contact

Sharon Griffiths
Enrollment
651-425-7181

sgriffit2@sowashco.org

Beth Quist
Site Coordinator
Liberty Ridge Site 2
651-425-7163

bquist@sowashco.org

Ann Mockenhaupt
Site Coordinator
District Program Center
651-425-6636

amockenh@sowashco.or

Joyce Beaird
Early Learning Family
Services Manager
651-425-6625

jbeaird@sowashco.org

Office Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Winter/Spring ECFE Registration

The winter/spring semester schedule is coming soon! Registration will take place November 29-December 10. Winter/spring semester runs January 24 - May 27. Fall semester ends January 14. For fall class availability, please call 651-425-7181 or email sgriffit2@sowashco.org. 

Register Fall 2021-2022 Class Schedule

ECFE Classes and Activities

Parent Resources