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Parent Book Club: "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt - Online CourseOnline ClassesNewJoin ECFE’s fall book club to discuss "The Anxious Generation" by acclaimed social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. The book investigates the link between ‘overprotection’ in the real world and ‘underprotection’ in the virtual world. A healthy relationship with technology begins early, and it helps to have a community with which you can feel confident setting expectations and norms for your family. We will dig into the book to understand the research on technology and mental health, and identify ‘guilt free’ action steps parents can take to foster children’s independence and overall well-being. Come join the discussion with a licensed Parent Educator and other parents of young children!2026 Fall ECFE
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NewParenting Strategies Video LibraryOnline ClassesFind it tricky to fit in our in-person classes, but want to learn more about effective parenting strategies? Sign up for our exclusive online video library created by ECFE/PAIIR educators about topics from toilet training, to emotions, to play. This self-paced option allows you to access information you need, when you need it. Upon registration you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to view our videos.2026 Fall ECFE -
NewParenting a Child with Special Needs (Birth-Grade 5)Support GroupsThis support group is for parents with children who have a delay, disability, or illness, ages birth through grade 5. Discussion topics are chosen by the parents and are specifically focused on the families in the group. Parents can relax knowing that your child is in a safe, fun environment with experienced teachers. This class meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. No fee but registration is required.2026 Fall ECFE -
NewParenting a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors (3-5 years)Focus ClassesThis class will help you understand your young child's behavior and temperament while discovering positive behavior management and parenting strategies. Parents will complete a simple questionnaire to identify need before registration is complete. Referrals are welcome. Class begins with a parent and child activity (PACT) followed by a parent discussion. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. No fee but registration is required. Sibling care is available.2026 Fall ECFE -
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Pickleball 2.0FitnessThis is a beginner-to-intermediate class for individuals who understand the rules and scoring and have played several pickleball games. This class will focus on developing and practicing specific shots, including serves, returns, dinking, and third-shot drops. It will also include practical game situations and strategies. PLEASE MEET IN THE 125 LIVE LOBBY. THE INSTRUCTOR WILL TAKE YOU TO THE REC CENTER GYM.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
Pinewood (At Longfellow)School Age Child Care (SACC)The School Age Child Care Program is available at all Rochester Public Schools Elementary sites. The program provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can feel they are significant and they belong. Our goal of the School Age Child Care Program is to provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities including arts/crafts, STEM activities, self-directed play, field trips, library, tech time, physical activities (indoor/outdoor), community service, and to offer an environment where homework is encouraged. 2026 Summer SACC Contract (June 8,2025-August 7,2025) Registration open at Overland You will register for summer and school year care separately based on your family needs. Registrations are reviewed in the order they are received in our online system and can take up to ten (10) business days to process. Accounts that have an overdue balance will not be processed. 2026-2027 School Year Contract (August 26,2026-June 3,2027) Registration is open at all sites SACC CONTRACTS INCLUDE: Before School (AM) & After School (PM) Care Choose your own schedule (1 day required/contract) Drop-In (non-scheduled -less than 7 day notice) Non-School Enrichment Days(NSED) School Year Contract only Inclement Weather Days (IWD) School Year Contract only PAYMENT Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, credit/debit cards and bank accounts are all accepted as a payment options. All payments are made online in your SACC account. SACC bills bi-weekly for care that has been previously scheduled. IMMUNIZATIONS Current immunizations are required to attend. You are required to keep them up to date with Rochester Public School District. For more information, you may contact: SACC office (507) 328-4040 Records and Registrations (507) 328-4200 MEALS Please contact Student Nutrition Services (507) 328-4250 if your child has specific dietary needs School Year Contracts: breakfast is available and will be charged to your Student Nutrition Services paypams accountSACC School Year (2026-27) SACC Site -
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NewPlanetarium: "Minnesota in the Cosmos" (Ages 3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)PlanetariumIn this original Bell Museum production, explore the formation of the universe from a uniquely Minnesota perspective. Investigate the deep cosmic and geological history of the land beneath our feet as seen through the eyes of a boy on a field trip to Interstate State Park in Taylors Falls, Minnesota. Suggested ages 3 y/o - 3rd grade w/adult. Please enter through door #6 at Mayo High School. Please register each person that is attending. ADULT AND CHILD MUST BOTH REGISTER, AND ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST PAY THE $6 PER-PERSON REGISTRATION FEE.2026 Fall Preschool -
NewPlanetarium: "Perfect Little Planet" (Ages 3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)PlanetariumImagine the ultimate space vacation! Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes—a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms of Jupiter. Walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? A solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Suggested ages 3 y/o - 3rd grade w/adult. Please enter through door #6 at Mayo High School. Please register each person that is attending. ADULT AND CHILD MUST BOTH REGISTER, AND ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST PAY THE $6 PER-PERSON REGISTRATION FEE.2026 Fall Preschool -
NewPlanetarium: "Space Shapes" (Ages 3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)PlanetariumJoin us as we look at the shapes of the things on Earth, the lines between stars in constellations, and shapes in our Solar System and in our universe! We will also tour our Earth, our Moon, and a few other planets and moons, and we’ll see what shape the Milky Way is! Suggested ages 3 y/o - 3rd grade w/adult. Please enter through door #6 at Mayo High School. Please register each person that is attending. ADULT AND CHILD MUST BOTH REGISTER, AND ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST PAY THE $6 PER-PERSON REGISTRATION FEE.2026 Fall Preschool -
NewJudy Schmidt (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Planetarium: "Stories in the Stars" (Ages 3 Years-Gr. 3/Adult)PlanetariumCome learn about ancient constellations and their interesting stories! We’ll also travel out into the universe! You’ll get a star wheel to take home, and you’ll have lots of fun! Suggested ages 3 y/o - 3rd grade w/adult. Please enter through door #6 at Mayo High School. Please register each person that is attending. ADULT AND CHILD MUST BOTH REGISTER, AND ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST PAY THE $6 PER-PERSON REGISTRATION FEE.2026 Fall Preschool
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Play with PurposeDiscover learning through your child's eyes in these parent and child classes. Parents will enjoy circle time, themed play, songs, and stories with the children. See class descriptions for information about separation. Nannies welcome where indicated.Category -
Pop-Up Parent Ed: Encouraging IndependenceOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Encouraging Independence - Discover practical, age-appropriate strategies for supporting young children as they build confidence, problem-solving skills, and self-help abilities. Learn simple, everyday ways to foster independence at home—through routines, play, and communication—while still providing the connection and support children need.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pop-Up Parent Ed: Handling Big EmotionsOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Handling Big Emotions - Adults and their kiddos feel better when they learn to regulate strong feelings. Social interactions, learning, and health are all improved when we understand how to communicate calmly.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pop-Up Parent Ed: Looking Ahead to KindergartenOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Looking Ahead to Kindergarten - Kindergarten registration is just around the corner. Make sure you know what to expect and have everything in place for kindergarten 2027! Whether this is your first experience navigating registering for kindergarten or you want to clarify the process, this information will have you feeling confident for next fall.2026 Fall ECFE
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NewPop-Up Parent Ed: Managing MisbehaviorsOnline ClassesJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Managing Misbehaviors - Setting limits and using consistent consequences is exhausting, but effective. Discover tried and true techniques to empower children with lifelong success skills.2026 Fall ECFE -
Pop-Up Parent Ed: Pleasing Picky EatersOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Pleasing Picky Eaters - Enjoying family dinner is a possibility with some tricks and understanding of realistic expectations.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pop-Up Parent Ed: Sleep StrategiesOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Sleep Strategies -Sleep doesn’t have to be a nightly battle. Join us to learn gentle, practical strategies that support restful nights and brighter days—for the whole family.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pop-Up Parent Ed: Tackling ToiletingOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Tackling Toileting - Learn how to recognize where your child is on the readiness spectrum and what signs to look for throughout this process. You’ll gain practical guidance, developmental insight, and supportive strategies to help your child move forward with confidence and reduce stress along the way. Discover clarity, patience, and tools to help your child successfully cross the finish line.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pop-Up Parent Ed: Understanding TemperamentOnline ClassesNewJoin a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Understanding Temperament - Every child is born with their own unique temperament that influences how they interact with the world. In this online class, parents of children ages 0–5 will learn about different temperament traits, how they affect behavior, and ways to respond to their child’s individual needs. Gain practical strategies to strengthen your relationship, reduce daily frustrations, and support your child’s development by working with their temperament rather than against it.2026 Fall ECFE
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Pour Pedaler: Bicycle Spin ArtArts & CraftsBicycle Spin Art is for everyone! Create your own painting masterpiece! Pour favorite paint colors and designs onto a spinning canvas while pedaling the bicycle. Over 2 dozen colors: neons, metallics, glow, & more! Your choice between two square 12" x 12" -or- one 16" x 20" big canvas. Take the Pour Pedaler Color Quiz to test your knowledge on the science of color. Everything goes home in a hassle/mess free box. We can help Pour/Pedal too. Once registered, you will receive a separate email a week before the date to schedule your 20-minute timeslot. Please note: This is not a class—it is a 20-minute creative experience available from 9 AM to 4 PM.2026 Summer Youth -
Preschool Age Child CarePreschool Age Child Care Program (PACC) is a extended day care option for enrolled RPS Preschool students. PACC provides a variety or developmentally-appropriate activities which will help your child practice new skills learned during their preschool day. 2026-2027 PACC Contracts are open online 2025-2026 PACC Contract (September 2- June 3) please contact the SACC/PACC office 328-4040 to be added to a waitlist PACC CONTRACTS INCLUDE: Choose your own schedule (1 day required/contract) Drop-in (non-scheduled -less than 7 day notice) PACC is not available on non-school days, school breaks or during inclement weather school closings PAYMENT Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, credit/debit cards and bank accounts are all excepted as a payment options. All payments are made online in your SACC account. SACC bills bi-weekly for care that has been previously scheduled. IMMUNIZATIONS: Current immunizations are required to attend. You are required to keep them up to date with Rochester Public School District. For more information, you may contact: SACC office (507) 328-4040 Records and Registrations (507) 328-4200 MEALS Please contact Student Nutrition Services (507) 328-4250 if your child has specific dietary needs Breakfast and snack will be providedChild Care Program