Stillwater Community Education

Grandparents and Grandkids 700-1A Celebrate the special bond between generations in our Grandparents and Grandkids ECFE Class! This heartwarming experience brings together the wisdom of grandparents and the curiosity of grandchildren through fun, engaging activities designed to create lasting memories and meaningful connections. Join us for a truly enriching time together! **Babies up to 6 months can join caregivers in class.

Nature Explorers Geared toward 2.5 - 6 year olds and a caregiver Rain or shine Belwin Conservancy, Hilltop Classroom Trails, 1553 Stagecoach Trail South Afton, MN 55001 4:00 - 5:15 pm, 6 weeks on Wednesdays Sept. 3rd, 17th, 24th, Oct. 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no class Sept. 10th and Oct. 8th) $90/ child Playing outside promotes curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Studies have found that children who spent more time in nature exploration had improved learning outcomes. Come join us to learn together outdoors at Belwin at the Hilltop Classroom Trails! Each session will begin with a land acknowledgment and a nature-themed story that will guide our time together. There will be a combination of guided exploration and open-ended nature play. We will meet rain or shine. Our program can lend you outdoor gear during the class if needed or desired.

Young children are natural explorers! This class will focus on helping young children and parents explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! Weekly activities will revolve around these STEM topics. This ECFE class will include time for parents and children to play together and a separation time where parents can discuss topics they are interested in. Join this class for a fun semester of observing and interacting with the world around us! ***Babies up to 6 months old can join caregivers in class.

Young children are natural explorers! This class will focus on helping young children and parents explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! Weekly activities will revolve around these STEM topics. This ECFE class will include time for parents and children to play together and a separation time where parents can discuss topics they are interested in. Join this class for a fun semester of observing and interacting with the world around us! We are unable to provide Sibling Care on Fridays for the School year 2024-25 due to staff needs in other programming.

Tiny Explorers: Evening Parent-Toddler 200-5A Adventure ClassOutdoor gear is provided for the children when needed.End your day with fun and connection in our Tiny Explorers evening class! Designed for toddlers and parents, this interactive session combines songs, sensory play, and gentle movement exercises to help your little one develop motor skills, creativity, and social confidence. The relaxed evening atmosphere offers the perfect opportunity for bonding after a busy day, while nurturing early developmental milestones. Whether winding down or energizing before bedtime, this class provides a joyful, memorable experience for parents and toddlers alike. Depending on the weather, the class will utilize the outdoor classroom. Outdoor gear is provided for the children when needed. Parent education will be integrated into the parent-child activity time. ***Babies up to 6 months old can join caregivers in class.