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WaitlistEarly Learning Splash HourAquaticsChildren under age 5 swim free. $5/adult/paid at the pool. Cash or check accepted. Adults with an Orono Activities Center membership swim free. Spend an hour in the pool with your young swimmer. Toys, floaties and balls provided. Parent/guardian must accompany the child in the water. Coast Guard-approved life jacket recommended. If there are two or more children per adult, all children must wear a life jacket. Swim diapers are required for children not potty-trained. Check-in at the Community Education office through Door E24. Please bring your ID for entry into the school building. You do not need to pre-register. Session will show as full but it is NOT full. Please drop in when your schedule allows.Winter Spring 2023
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WaitlistEarly Learning Hour at the Orono Activities CenterSports & FitnessA time for families with children under the age of 5 to run, play and get the wiggles out at the Orono Activities Center. One court will be reserved and set-up with age-appropriate equipment. The walking track is available for use. Strollers can also be used. No need to pre-register online. Please check-in at the front desk upon arrival.Winter Spring 2023
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Baby with Father (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Baby & MeBaby & MeNon-separating: Parents stay with babies the entire class. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2023/2024
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Helping Your Early Readers at HomeSpecial Interest & HobbiesStrong reading skills are foundational to a child’s overall learning success. Parents will learn effective ways to approach reading instruction with their children from Pre-K through 2nd grade. This session will include current research on how children learn to read and will provide ideas on how to support your child’s reading skill development at home. We will discuss many helpful resources and will do hands-on practice of a few foundational teaching tools for early readers. Join us for an evening of learning, fun and idea sharing. Leave with some great information and resources to support your early readers! For more information on scholarship opportunities, call Anita at 952-449-8354.Winter Spring 2023
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WaitlistAndrew Alexander (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Marvelous Mixed AgesMixed AgesSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2022/2023
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Andrew Alexander (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Marvelous Mixed AgesMixed AgesSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2023/2024
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PopularBaby with Father (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Baby & MeBaby & MeNon-separating: Parents stay with babies the entire class. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2022/2023
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Volleyball SkillsSports & FitnessGet an early start in this popular sport! Learn the skills to pass, set, hit and serve. Skill development will be emphasized. Learn through incorporating skills into fun games. Equipment and instruction will be age appropriate. Attire: tennis shoes, t-shirt and shorts suggested. Knee pads recommended, but optional.Winter Spring 2023
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WaitlistGood Gracious (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Terrific TwosTerrific TwosSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2022/2023
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Good Gracious (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Terrific TwosTerrific TwosSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2023/2024
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Preschool & Practice Preschool - School YearAll of Orono Early Learning's Preschool and Practice Preschool programs are NAEYC accredited and 4-Star Parent Aware rated. All early learning classes utilize the state-approved Creative Curriculum which honors creativity and respects the role that teachers play in making learning exciting and relevant for every child. Our Practice Preschool program is designed for children 2.5-3 years old while our Preschool classes are for ages 3-5. Preschool Year 2022-2023 Ages 2.5 - 3 years Practice Preschool T/Th 9:15am - 11:45am $243/month Ages 3-4 years T/Th 9:15am-11:45am $243/month M/W/F 9:15am-11:45am $$337/month Ages 3-5 years M-Th 9:15am - 2:45pm $947/month Ages 4-5 years M/W/F 9:15am-11:45am $337/month M-F 9:15am-11:45am $590/month M-Th 9:15am - 2:45pm $947/month Preschool Year 2023/2024 Ages 2.5 - 3 years Practice Preschool T/Th 9:15am - 11:45am $249/month Ages 3-4 years T/Th 9:15am-11:45am $249month M/W/F 9:15am-11:45am $345/month Ages 3-5 years M-Th 9:15am - 2:45pm $970/month M/W/F 12:45pm-2:45pm $280/month Ages 4-5 years M/W/F 9:15am-11:45am $345/month M-F 9:15am-11:45am $604/month M-Th 9:15am - 2:45pm $970/monthChild Care Program
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WaitlistJake Hall (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Wonderful OnesWonderful OnesSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. Some younger classes will transition to separating. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2022/2023
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PopularJake Hall (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Wonderful OnesWonderful OnesSeparating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. Some younger classes will transition to separating. A typical ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2023/2024
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Discovery Kids - Child CareOrono Early Learning's Discovery Kids program is Full-Day Educationally Focused Childcare. Discovery Kids is DHS licensed, NAEYC accredited, and is 4-Star Parent Aware rated. Every Discovery Kids classroom utilizes the state-approved Creative Curriculum, which honors creativity and respects the role that teachers play in making learning exciting and relevant for every child. Discovery Kids is designed for children ages 16 months to 5 years. Age Range Descriptions: Toddler: 16 months to 36 months Preschool: 3 years to 5 years Hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm Current Rates: Toddler 2 Day Schedule (Tuesday/Thursday) - $184/week 3 Day Schedule (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) - $261/week 5 Day Schedule - $345/week 5 Day 8:00am-4:00pm Schedule - $275/week Preschool 2 Day Schedule (Tuesday/Thursday) - $160/week 3 Day Schedule (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) - $219/week 5 Day Schedule - $295/week 5 Day 8:00am-4:00pm Schedule - $240/weekChild Care Program
