For all father figures: dads, grandpas, uncles and more. Enjoy time with your child in a class full of fun, learning and connection. Discuss parenting topics important to the group. Come build community through shared experiences, play and conversation.

BIPOC Parenting (Birth to Five years old) This class is for parents and caregivers who identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Color or are raising children who do. Join a welcoming space to connect, reflect and grow with other families. Come build community through shared experiences, play and conversation. For the 26.27 school year, Osseo ECFE is excited to have received a grant from the Northwest Family Resource Collaborative, to focus on supporting family wellness. As part of this grant, we will be able to contract with some local licensed practitioners to bring some wellness practices and discussions into our class. For the BIPOC class, we are excited to collaborate with the local organization, Reviving Roots for 9 weeks of our semester, as well as an ongoing collaboration with St. David’s Developmental and Therapeutic Services. If you have any questions about this grant and how the class format will look, please reach out to ECFE Coordinator, Kari Sawyer (sawyerk@district279.org)

For children birth to five-years old at the start of the class. Children and parents learn and play together through fun activities for all ages and stages. Parents will discuss topics with a parent educator such as child development, behavior, sibling relationships, screen time and other parenting questions important to the group. Babies under five months stay with their parent during discussion time. Separation, for children older than five months, is based on the group’s needs.

LGBTQIA+ Parenting Community (Birth to Five years old) This class is for queer parents and caregivers, or those raising children who are gender expansive or gender creative. Join a welcoming space to connect, reflect and grow with other families. Come build community through shared experiences, play and conversation. For the 26.27 school year, Osseo ECFE is excited to have received a grant from the Northwest Family Resource Collaborative to focus on supporting family wellness. As part of this grant, we will be able to contract with some local licensed practitioners to bring some wellness practices and discussions into our class. For the LGBTQIA+ class, we are excited to collaborate with the local organization, Reviving Roots for 9 weeks of our semester, as well as an ongoing collaboration with St. David’s Developmental and Therapeutic Services. If you have any questions about this grant and how the class format will look, please reach out to ECFE Coordinator, Kari Sawyer (sawyerk@district279.org)

This virtual class is designed for parents and caregivers of children from birth through grade three who are navigating developmental delays, disabilities or medical needs. Guided by a Parent & Family Educator, each session offers a supportive space to share experiences, ask questions and build community. Some sessions will also feature guest speakers from Osseo Area Schools’ special education staff or community organizations, providing valuable insights and resources to help your family thrive.

For children age 2 1/2 to 4 years old You and your child will explore fun activities, play and learn side by side. Your child will build skills like sharing, taking turns and solving problems. Parents will connect by talking about screen time, building routines, managing big feelings and supporting school success.

For parents and children ages three to five years old. Explore. Play. Get ready - together. This parent-child class builds confidence, independence, and social skills through fun, hands-on play. Together, you’ll explore activities that spark curiosity and help your child get preschool-ready - with you by their side.