Enrich your life today by signing up for our adult enrichment classes. Elevate your skills, broaden your horizons, and embrace lifelong learning with us!
Our goal is to provide tools for children to develop skills needed to promote successful transition into kindergarten, be mindful of each child's individualized style of learning and promote a sense of self-worth and community.
Early Childhood Screening is a quick and simple check of how your child is learning and growing. It identifies possible health or learning concerns so children can get help before starting school.
What is ‘Experiential Education’? Experiential Education is a teaching philosophy which engages learners with direct experiences. It focuses on moral values, increasing knowledge and awareness, developing life skills, and understanding their contribute.
Tiger Cub Child Care is available to children ages six weeks through Preschool age, providing we can meet the needs of that child. We follow the District #241 school calendar and operate from 6:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
A variety of opportunities for youth to learn, grow and build friendships.
Drivers aged 55 and above are encouraged to sign up for our defensive driving courses. These sessions will help you enhance your driving skills and develop a fresh understanding of traffic safety.
The courses will address financial obligations, future planning, budgeting, income, career development, spending habits, credit management, saving, and investments.
Our day trips are organized in collaboration with Austin, Owatonna, and Waseca Community Educations, as well as the Albert Lea Senior Center. Experience a day full of adventure with a relaxing bus ride, eliminating the need for driving.
Let's keep those bodies moving! We offer many fitness classes that welcome all levels of fitness.
Discover classes on Health & Wellness. Get started on Revolutionary Self-Care: Embrace, Nurture, and Grow Your Authentic Self.
Unleash your imagination and explore the world of crafting and hobbies with our variety of classes.
Located by the Brookside Boat Landing
Our recreation experiences teaches you skills through hands on learning.
For caregivers of children ages 0-5.
Balancing the demands of work, parenting, and personal life can feel overwhelming. This class helps parents and caregivers develop realistic strategies to create more harmony at home and in their careers. Through discussion, reflection, and resources, participants will learn how to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize what truly matters. You’ll learn time-management and organization tips, how to set realistic expectations for yourself and your family, strategies to reduce guilt and burnout, ways to build strong family routines and communication habits, and self-care practices.
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Hello, my name is Mary Jo Volkman, ECFE Parent Educator at Brookside School. For 29 years I have worked with families attending classes at ECFE teaching Babies, Toddlers & Twos, 3-5’s, Special Topic Parenting Classes, and Special Events. I will always treasure the memories I have made helping families with their children, meeting wonderful friends, and associating with my co-workers. I am looking forward to creating more wonderful memories and teaching experiences this school year!
Mary Jo Volkman
Sibling Care Offered
