Eden Prairie Community Education

At Eden Prairie Schools, we believe that you are never done learning. That’s why our Community Education program offers hundreds of classes on topics from cooking to yoga. General topics include computer courses, dance, financial planning, fitness, hobbies, DIY home projects, music, language, personal growth, cooking, plus periodic seminars on parenting topics and more.

CMS Morning registration is open for the 2023-2024 school year, you can find additional information posted on our website. CMS Mornings is offered before school from 7:00am - 9:15 am. It is a program designed to provide a structured environment for students prior to the school day at Central Middle School. The program provided a designated space for students who are looking for quiet time or spend supervised time in the gym and outside for students who are interested in exercising or playing active games with friends. CMS Mornings is only offered on days school is in session.

Eden Prairie Community Education is dedicated to providing youth programming to enhance and grow learning opportunities for students. Our youth program ignites new interests and challenges students in a fun, safe and supportive atmosphere. EPIC Youth Programs aim to connect students to learning outside of the classroom in a variety of innovative ways. Enrichment and recreational classes are available before and after school and in the summer. No matter your child’s interests, we offer fun programs that will challenge your student in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Choose from sports, art, language, STEM and more! Have questions about registration or program? Contact us at EPIC@edenpr.org. EPIC Youth Enrichment School Year Courses 2023-24 Courses have been categorized into folders below. EPIC courses are grouped by school site, evenings/weekends, non-school days and online options for you to better explore our EPIC class options available! Our EPIC Enrichment courses provide children ages K-8th grade with fun and enriching programs and activities throughout the school year. EPIC Enrichment is open to all students. As apart of our pilot program, some courses will include a Pick Your Price option for families. Families have the option to select the price that works best for their individual situation. We know that youth benefit from participating in high-quality out-of-school time (OST) programs. OST programs keep kids safe and inspire them through continuous learning in safe and fun environments. We aim to remove financial barriers families may face when considering their involvement in youth programs. One of our strategies is a new payment option for families. When selecting the price for a Pick Your Price course, you can choose the best price for your situation. Regardless of the price selected, the course offered is the same for all students. There is no difference in instruction, supplies or what is offered in the course. We ask families to partner with us in this initiative and support one another by selecting the best price for their current financial situation. When we work together, we can provide positive and meaningful youth programs for each student. Thank you for your continued support of our youth programs! Cancellation Policy - All requests for modifications or changes of courses must be requested in writing, and must be received by EPIC in the EPIC inbox at EPIC@edenpr.org seven calendar days before the first day of the course is set to be offered for a full refund. Courses that are canceled within the seven calendar day notice window will NOT receive a refund. There is a $10 processing fee for any registration cancellation in an EPIC Enrichment class. Winter Weather Policy - Early Dismissal: If the elementary schools have an early dismissal due to inclement weather, EPIC will be closed for the afternoon classes. It is the parent's responsibility to make alternative plans for their child in the event that the elementary schools have an early dismissal. School Buildings are Closed and Shifted to e-learning: If buildings are closed to students and/or the district shifts to a virtual learning day, EPIC is closed for the day. If we have to cancel a class session due to winter weather, the EPIC Team will work with our class vendors to decide what steps will be taken to either refund families for that date or reschedule that date that class is being cancelled. Language Support - Para traducción al español, llame a nuestro enlace cultural español, Pamela al 952-975-7206 o envíe un correo electrónico a pamela_orellana@edenpr.k12.mn.us. Haddii aad wax su'aalo ah qabtid oo aad u baahan tahay turjumaan af Soomaali ah fadlan nagala soo xiriir emailkan saida_sharif@edenpr.k12.mn.us ama teleefankan 952-975-7254. Participants in our programs may be photographed, filmed, or interviewed and the pictures, videos and quotes may be used by Eden Prairie Community Education and / or local news media. If you do not want to be photographed, filmed, or interviewed, please contact our office at 952-975-6940 or send an email to epcommunityed@edenpr.org so we may honor your wish.

Eagle Zone Information: ONLINE REGISTRATION HELP HERE! New contracts and schedule changes will only be accepted based on staffing availability at each site and spaces are extremely limited, if not already full. Additional spaces will open as we add additional staff to our team. We have a waitlist for Oak Point/Eagle Heights, contracts will be taken in the order received. We will reach out to you when we are able to accept your contract. Contract submissions will hold your space in line. We recommend having your schedule for the school year to be as accurate and up to date as possible to ensure care is available for all dates needed. There will be limited availability for drop-ins at each site. These will be approved based on day-to-day site availability. We have implemented a two-week notice policy for any additions or changes to your schedule. 2023-2024 School Year Have questions about registration or the program? Review additional Summer 2023 information and FAQs here. Review additional School Year information on our website here. Contact us at eagle_zone@edenpr.org or call 952-975-6953. School Year Programming School Year 2023-24 Program Rates for the 23-24 School Year: Before School Care: Cedar Ridge and Forest Hills: $13.00/session (drop-in rate: $16.00) Eden Lake and Prairie View: $14.00/session (drop-in rate: $17.00) Oak Point and Eagle Heights: $11.50/session (drop-in rate: $14.50) After School Care: Cedar Ridge and Forest Hills: $19.00/session (drop-in rate: $22.00) Eden Lake and Prairie View: $18.00/session (drop-in rate: $21.00) Oak Point and Eagle Heights: $19.50/session (drop-in rate: $22.50) Non-School Days: Standard Rate: $54/Day (drop-in rate: $60) Non-School Day Only Contracts & Late Registration: $60/Day (Non-School Days are not yet open for registration. They will be available online later this summer). Registration Fees: Registration fees for the school year are 1 Child = $50, 2 Children = $65, and 3 Children or More = $75

You are your child’s first and most important teacher! Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes help you be the best parent to your child. ECFE classes are designed for you and your child age birth to 5. ECFE is unique to Minnesota and is a program of Eden Prairie Schools Community Education. From school-year and seasonal classes to playtime and special events, ECFE programs do the following: - Support your child's healthy development through engaging activities - Help you discover effective parenting tips you can use immediately - Allow you to enjoy parent/child time including songs, activities, games, and lessons that will help your child thrive in every way - Give families a chance to step away from the rapid pace of today's world and ease the stresses families face. Do you have questions about tantrums, sibling relationships, bedtime routines, healthy eating, or developmental milestones? Schedule a confidential one-on-one consultation with an experienced parent educator who will connect with you by phone, email, or video conference. This consultation is free to all Eden Prairie families with children ages birth through 5 years old. Parents of a K-12 child may also request a consultation for a $35 per hour fee. Email KMatthews@edenpr.org to learn more and schedule your free appointment.

Our Early Childhood Screening appointments are a free service and usually take about an hour to complete. If you have concerns regarding your child's development or your child is entering kindergarten in the Fall of 2023, please call 952-975-6940.

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Little Eagles Preschool provides an innovative classroom where creativity and imagination soars! Our diverse classrooms help students discover a love for learning in an interactive, stimulating, and academically rich environment. Your child will be immersed in a stimulating learning environment filled with fun, challenging, and creative learning activities! There are many preschool options available to families in Eden Prairie, but our Little Eagles Preschool program is the only one that aligns curriculum with Eden Prairie Schools K-12 curriculum and the overall K-12 system. We work closely with Early Childhood Special Education and kindergarten teachers to foster a successful transition from preschool to kindergarten.