Robbinsdale Area Schools Community Education

Come and explore our infant classroom as you enjoy one-on-one playtime, reading, music and movement fun with your child. This class is led by a licensed parent educator, who can answer your parenting and child development questions. There is no fee for this activity and no need to pre-register!

Is your child expecting a new baby sibling or has your child recently become a big brother or sister? Join us and you and your child will participate in activities that help children learn: what to expect when the new baby comes home about caring for a new baby how to communicate their feelings about the baby with other family members For parents and their children up to 6 years of age

About Early Childhood Screening at New Hope Learning Center You are scheduling an Early Childhood Screening Appointment located at New Hope Learning Center, 8301 47th Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428 763-504-4180 Enter through door #1 and sign in. Take a right, ring the buzzer to let us know you are here. The screener will come to get you for your appointment. Please note: A child must have one parent attend the appointment or have prior written parental consent before a child will be screened. Important COVID-19 Instructions: One parent with one child are allowed on site. Masks are required for adults and recommended for children under 5 years of age. Screener, adult and child will all wash hands before and after the screening appointment. All tools used at the appointment will be disinfected between appointments. Please complete this short at home screening prior to entering the building. Important Note: There is no charge for screening, but you must add this course to your cart and complete the checkout process to be enrolled. An email confirmation will be sent to you to confirm your appointment enrollment. You will also receive an email reminder a couple days prior to the appointment. (Check your Spam or Junk email folders if the email doesn't come directly to your inbox). Please bring copies of your child's immunization record and birth certificate if they are available to you. If your child is sick or you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment, please call 763-504-4180. Appointments cannot be changed or cancelled online.

Tired of the same four walls? Come spend time in the New Hope Learning Center gym. Parents can play with their children as they explore a variety of activities. Drop in anytime to this non-separating playtime. There is no fee for this activity and no need to pre-register!

"When a child is born, so are grandparents." Whether you will be, or are grandparenting, near or far, join other grandparents as you prepare for this special role, relationship and time in your life. We will explore how to support a brand new family, reading baby's cues and behaviors, ideas for play, and get an update of today's safety practices. There is no fee for this class For grandparents of infants pre-birth to 12 months

Parents and their children together Join your child as they explore the wonder of messy art! This art and music class introduces young artists to an exciting variety of sensory experiences. Each week brings different art experiences, with stations where children can play, experiment and discover color, texture and mediums. Sibling care is available for children 3 months through 5 years of age. For children born Sept 1, 2015-Aug 31, 2019.

Your baby's brain is growing and changing every second! Learn more about the important role you play in building your baby's brain and leave with brain building activities you and your baby can enjoy together.

Help your littlest learners explore the exciting world of numbers with our engaging collection of preschool math activities. Each week, children and parents will explore math together using fun hands-on activities. Parents will leave with new ideas to support their child's early math learning. Sibling care is available for children 3 months through 5 years of age. For children born Sept 1, 2015 - Aug 31, 2019

For parents and their children 2-5 years old Since children are at different levels of development at varying ages, they learn from one another as they play, interact and develop skills. Activities are designed for fun and learning under the guidance of a licensed early childhood teacher. While they develop their social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills, parents meet separately for parent education with a licensed parent educator. For children born Sept 1, 2017 - Nov 30, 2019

Having a new baby is exciting and challenging. It is a major adjustment in families' lives. These relaxing, informative classes are designed to be your time to slow down and enjoy your child. Children will experience a variety of sounds, textures, and physical activities as they learn through movement and their senses. You will learn about child development as you meet with our licensed parent educators and other parents to discuss sleep schedules, nutrition, infant development and more. You'll have the opportunity to observe your child, develop your parenting goals, and enjoy the interactive time you spend together. For children born May 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020

Having a new baby is exciting and challenging. It is a major adjustment in families' lives. These relaxing, informative classes are designed to be your time to slow down and enjoy your child. Children will experience a variety of sounds, textures, and physical activities as they learn through movement and their senses. Session 2 builds on information provided in Session I, with all new topics. We recommend starting with Session I.

Having a new baby is exciting and challenging. It is a major adjustment in families' lives. These relaxing, informative classes are designed to be your time to slow down and enjoy your child. Children will experience a variety of sounds, textures, and physical activities as they learn through movement and their senses. Session I includes information on adjusting to life with a new baby, building a relationship with a baby, understanding infant sleep and supporting infant development.

For parents and their children 3 & 4 years old (as of September 1, 2021) Join us for an outdoor adventure class in our own New Hope Learning Center backyard. We look forward to fostering confidence, creativity, and your child' sense-of-self as we launch into outdoor explorations. We will spend our time moving, playing, and investigating our world. Parents and children will explore activities and materials together and then join an active circle time experience. Children will further their explorations with their teacher while parents engage in a parenting discussion (near the children's outdoor classroom). All classes will be held outside, rain or shine, so families should dress accordingly. For children born Sept 1, 2016 - Aug 31, 2018