School Readiness Supplies

Posted on 16. Aug, 2010 by rlicari.

School Readiness begins the week of September 27, but school sales are on now.  If you’d like to catch the specials, here is a list of the few items we are asking parents to purchase for their children: backpack gym shoes lunch container (if your child will be having cold lunch) We will provide each [...]

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Summer Break

Posted on 02. Jun, 2010 by rlicari.

Our ECFE and School Readiness office will be closed from June 11 through late August.  Our classes begin at the end of September.  Please contact us in late August if you have any questions, concerns, or would like to enroll in one of our many opportunities.  Have a safe & enjoyable summer, and visit the [...]

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Early Childhood Screening

Posted on 02. Jun, 2010 by rlicari.

Fall Early Childhood Screenings are scheduled for August 18 and October 26, 2010.  These free screenings are done by the Virginia Public School throughout the year.  The state of Minnesota requires a health & developmental screening for all children entering Kindergarten or enrolled in School Readiness.  Children age 3 and older may be screened.  Please [...]

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Truck Night

Posted on 30. Apr, 2010 by rlicari.

Thursday, May 13, 2010 6 to 7:30 pm. Parkview Learning Center Parking Lot Free!  Fun for the entire family.  This special year end early childhood activity features a parking lot full of fun vehicles to explore.  Inside the building enjoy snacks and gym time!  Be sure to wear your gym shoes.  Held rain or shine, [...]

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How to Help Your Child Succeed in School

Posted on 17. Mar, 2010 by rlicari.

April 19, 2010, 5 to 5:30 pm  or 7 to 7:30 pm Parkview Learning Center Library Free! Learn about the readiness skills children need for preschool & kindergarten.  Learn ways to be involved in your children’s learning experience. The presentation is by Principal Mike Krebsbach and an Early Childhood School Readiness teacher.  The evening is [...]

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Car Seat Safety Presentation

Posted on 24. Feb, 2010 by rlicari.

Monday, March 15, 2010, Parkview Learning Center Library 5 to 5:30 pm 7 to 7:30 pm Join us at one of these times to hear new information about car seat safety & the recently passed booster law.  Get your questions answered by an LPN/Child Passenger Safety Technician.  This is a collaboration of VRMC & the [...]

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Media and Its Impact on our Families

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by rlicari.

How much control can you have as a parent? Join us in the Parkview Learning Center Library to hear strategies for managing media in your life. Presentation is by an education consultant and former parent educator.  This presentation is geared for adults. CEU’s are available. Free!  Call 742-3805 for more information. Two Times to join [...]

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Teaching Children Respect for Animals

Posted on 11. Jan, 2010 by rlicari.

Title: Teaching Children Respect for AnimalsLocation: Parkview Learning Center LibraryDescription: A certified pet trainer will discuss the best way to approach an animal, how to read an animal’s body language, and how parents help their children have a loving relationship with family pets. Free. CEU’s available. Call 742-3805 for more information.Start Time: 19:00:00Date: 2010-01-25End Time: [...]

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Global Shoes Family Night

Posted on 08. Jan, 2010 by rlicari.

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6 to 7:30 pm, Parkview Learning Center, Virginia, MN. Free!  For all early childhood, Title 1, & Kindergarten Children.  A parent or guardian must attend with the child/children.  The MN Children’s Museum Discovery Trunk will introduce us to the world through shoes.  We’ll learn about many cultures through footwear.  Exploring what [...]

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