• Pre-K to Grade 3 parenting education and family engagement

    Parenting is hard and children don’t come with a set of instructions!

    We’re here to support you as you navigate your child’s journey from preschool through the early elementary years.

    The transition from preschool to elementary school can be a time of many changes for families. Anoka-Hennepin Schools  Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Prek to Grade 3 program offers workshops, one-on-one support and parent resources for families with children ages preschool through third grade. 

    Parenting education and family engagement strengthens families by:

    • Empowering families with positive parenting skills.

    • Building community.

    • Improving parental mental health, well-being and confidence.

    • Partnering with schools and families to help students be successful in school and at home.



  • Gearing Up for Kindergarten

    Children on lawnKindergarten is a major transition in the life of a child and also for parents/guardians. It is an exciting and stressful time. Anoka-Hennepin Schools Pre-K to Grade 3 Parenting Education and Family Engagement is hosting sessions this summer for parents/guardians in the Anoka-Hennepin School District who have children entering Kindergarten in Fall 2025. Join us for information, resources and support to assist you in preparing your child for success in school. 

    There are two formats for Gearing Up for Kindergarten: Online (for parents/guardians only) and In-Person (for parents/guardians and incoming Kindergarten children). All sessions are FREE for families. 

    Register for the Online session

    Register for the In-Person session

     


     


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Take home tips

  • Empowering your child through struggle

  • How behavior changes during the transition to school

  • Math around the home

  • Outdoor activities to enjoy during the summer

  • Positive attention tips

  • Promoting fine motor skills

  • Setting limits for positive discipline

  • Taking time for yourself

  • Teaching children about digital citizenship

  • Teaching responsibility

  • Tips for teaching self control

  • Why sleep is important

  • If you would like to learn about additional parenting topics, please email us at prektograde3@ahschools.us.

    If you have a specific parenting question or concern, ask it below. A licensed parenting educator from the Anoka-Hennepin Schools ECFE program will connect with you to share parenting information, strategies, resources and support. 

    Ask a parenting question