Albert Lea Community Education

22-23 FALL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Contact the PreK office if you are interested in registering for the remainder of the 21-22 school year 507-379-4838 amber.preston@alschools.org

Driver's 55 years old and over are encouraged to enroll in our defensive driving courses. These courses will prepare you for a new awareness of traffic safety and sharpen your driving skills.

We are using a "Register Now, Pay Later" procedure on select classes. For these classes you will not be charged at the time of checkout, however you must enter payment information. Your credit/debit card or checking account will be charged 3 days prior to the class start date. You will be notified if this class is cancelled.

These courses will cover financial responsibilities, planning for the future, budgets, income and careers, spending and credit, saving and investing. The main focus is to understand how to plan for the future by planning for today. We also offer certificate programs through UGotClass.

WHAT IS ECFE? Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is an Albert Lea Area Schools program that provides parenting information and support for parents with children ages Birth to Grade 3. Parent-child activities and classes are also available for families with children ages Birth to 5 years old (not yet enrolled in kindergarten). A variety of classes, preschool options, and outreach activities are offered for all age groups. What does a typical ECFE class include? Parent-Child Activity Time Families explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play materials and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent Education Time Parents meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences, and information about child development and parenting techniques. Children’s Activity Time Children learn with the early childhood teacher and practice social skills as they interact with one another. View ECFE Parent Handbook here.

What is it? 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 to expect at a screening appointment: Vision and hearing Height and weight Immunization review Motor development Thinking, language, and communication skills Social and emotional development Is there a charge? IT'S FREE - All children must participate in order to start kindergarten in a Minnesota public school. When should I schedule an appointment? Screening at 3 is preferred, but a child may be screened between the ages of 3 and the start of kindergarten, as required by Minnesota state law. Earlier is better! The purpose of Early Childhood Screening is to identify children who may need additional time and experiences to be ready for 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.

Let's keep those bodies moving! We offer many fitness classes that welcome all levels of fitness.

Tiger Cub Child Care Center is a brand new, newly renovated space. We are excited to serve the Albert Lea Area Schools' staff, family and surrounding community. We will provide an environment that encourages adventure, creativity, health self-concepts, respect for others, responsible behavior and positive attitudes. We look forward to providing quality child care in the Albert Lea area for years to come. Please note: Our licensed child care center is for children 6 weeks - Preschool age. Tiger Cub Child Care will strengthen families and support the ability of all parents to provide the best possible environment for the health, growth and development of their children. We will provide a comprehensive curriculum based on best practices and research on early brain development and learning. At Tiger Cub Child Care we offer a wide variety of activities to promote children's brain development, including curriculum provided by Creative Curriculum Gold. Our infant & toddler child care programs are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (651-431-6500). We are currently licensed to serve up to 44 children at a time in the infant and toddler/preschool classrooms, 16 infants and 28 toddlers/preschool age. The maximum child to staff ratio is 7:1 for toddlers/preschool and 4:1 for infants. Please review the following documents prior to Registration: 2022-2023 TCCCC Calendar 2022-2023 TCCCC Parent Handbook

A variety of opportunities for youth to learn, grow and build friendships.