Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood & Family Education EC&FE

If you’ve ever bought diapers, you know—they’re essential and expensive.

That’s why 𝟭𝟱,𝟭𝟰𝟬 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 is a big deal.

Thanks to your kindness, ECFE was able to support local families with a need every parent understands. Whether you donated or helped spread the word—you made a difference.

This was more than a drive. It was a community stepping up for one another.

From one parent to another: 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂.

Come be a part of our amazing team at Osseo Area Schools' Community Education Early Childhood & Family Education programs!

Apply today! https://district279.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5765283

🍎 FREE Summer Meals for Kids! 🍎

Osseo Area Schools is providing free breakfast and lunch for ALL children 18 and under through August 21st! No registration needed - just show up during meal times.

🗓️ June 10 - August 21
📍 Multiple community locations
🍽️ Meals must be eaten on site

Let’s keep kids nourished, energized, and ready for summer fun! ☀️ Find a location and meal time near you:
🔗 bit.ly/FreeMeals2026

Parenting is one of the most beautiful adventures there is. 🌈 The fun, the wonder, the moments that stop you in your tracks — it's all part of this incredible journey. In the middle of the busy days, we hope you find a moment to soak it all in and cherish the little ones who make it all worthwhile. We do.💖

You’re invited to free summer playdates! 🌟

The ECPTO will be hosting two summer playdates for families. Mark your calendar and join in!

Wednesday, June 24
⏰ 4–6 p.m.
📍Norwood Park Playground, Brooklyn Park

Thursday, Aug. 20
⏰ 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍Andrews Park Splash Pad, Champlin

Families can:
✨ Play and meet other families
🍏 Enjoy light snacks provided for kids- bring your own drinking water

These are free events, sponsored by Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood PTO (ECPTO). No RSVP is needed-these are casual events. Just swing by for any amount of time that works for your family. If the weather is bad, the event will be rescheduled. Please check the ECPTO Instagram for updates.

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☀️ Summer is just getting started - but fall will be here before you know it!

Is your child heading to Preschool or Prekindergarten in 2026–27? Now is the perfect time to lock in their spot while you're thinking about it - before the BBQs and beach days take over!

✨ Play-based learning
✨ Engaging curriculum
✨ Morning & afternoon classes
✨ Experienced, licensed teachers
✨ Safe, nurturing environment

✅ Give your child a strong start this fall.
📅 Don't wait - limited spots remain!
🔗 Register now: bit.ly/Osseo_PreK_2627

Know a family with a preschool-age child? Tag them below! 👇

Today is Global Day of Parents - and we just want to take a moment to say: we see you. 💛

Parenting is joyful and exhausting and funny and hard and beautiful, often all in the same afternoon. You are doing something extraordinary every single day, and it matters more than words can say.

This year's Global Day of Parents theme is "Together for Parents" - a reminder that no caregiver should have to do this alone. At ECFE, that's exactly what we're here for. Our classes aren't just for children, they're for you, too. A place to connect, to learn, to breathe, and to be surrounded by other families who get it.

To our ECFE families, past and present: thank you for being part of this community. It is a privilege to walk alongside you.

Drop a 💛 in the comments if you have an ECFE memory that made your heart full this year - we'd love to hear it.

Prepare your little one for kindergarten with 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴! It's required before school starts and helps identify any needs early on.

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 - visit our website to schedule your child's screening. 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆!

New appointments open every Tuesday at 9 a.m.

bit.ly/OsseoScreening