BIRTH to FIVE!

Birth to Five is a newsletter provided by the Lake Superior School District Early Childhood Education Department. If you have questions, please contact Kim at klenski@isd381.org.

Check out the Community Education publication The Ripple.

We are looking for help in the following areas:

• Silver Bay Gym Night Supervisor.
• Two Harbors & Silver Bay ECFE & Preschool are always in need of substitute teachers and substitute assistant teachers. Please contact one of your local teachers or Kim at klenski@isd381.org for more information.
• Check out isd381.k12.mn.us for current employment options district wide.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING dates are set for Fall of 2026 in Two Harbors. Register your 3 to 5 year old for an appointment for this free, check of hearing, vision & development. Screening is required for Early Learning Scholarships, Preschool 4's and kindergarten enrollment.

Early Childhood Screening funding is determined by the age of child being screened. The school district is reimbursed for one screening. Please try to keep your original appointment if at all possible.

Two Harbors dates:

October 22

November 19

December 10

Silver Bay dates will be available soon. If your child attends LMCC, you will receive information on your child's locker.

We’ve heard the saying “it takes a village to raise a child,” and that feels more true than ever. We all need a little help sometimes, especially when our kids are young, but we may not always know who to turn to.

That’s what ECFE is for.

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a statewide program in Minnesota that gives children and families the tools they need to thrive. Our classes and sessions are designed to help with the things that matter most:

• Individual attention time with parents/caregivers and their children to help strengthen bonds
• Playful learning time to help children with their next phase while minimizing separation anxiety
• Parenting discussion time for parents and caregivers to talk about their parenting joys, hopes and questions

Being a part of ECFE is easy. We’re close to you, and our flexible sessions are built for busy families.

ECFE in Lake Superior School District currently has openings in our Tuesday evening session in Two Harbors and Tuesday 11 AM session in Silver Bay. Join us!

When you enter the ECFE classroom, you will find planned activities including dramatic play, motor, literacy, STEM, sensory and art activities will be available for you and your child(ren) to explore.

After exploring, we will share a literacy rich circle time. We know that circle time can be challenging for little ones, so we try to keep it short & interesting. If your child wanders away, he or she is still listening and will be supervised by other teachers while they explore.

Parents and children typically separate after circle time. When separation is possible, parents will participate in a discussion led by the parent educator. A variety of parent interest topics will be covered. During parent time, the children will explore and play in the classroom.

Children’s play time will end with a short circle time before the parents return.

Early Head Start is available for pregnant moms - 3-year-olds & a classroom Head Start experience is available for 3- & 4-year-olds. Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are provided along with 4+ hour of learning and fun in a classroom setting Monday-Thursday. Developmental screening and qualified teachers are in all classrooms.

Call today 218-748-7351 to set up an appointment or complete the pre-application here New Submission.

Pregnant? Child under five years old? Just had a baby? WIC can help! This program provides healthy foods, nutritional information, and much more. Lake County offers monthly WIC clinics in both Two Harbors and Silver Bay for your convenience.

How do I apply?

This engaging and interactive book is so fun to read with toddlers.

Is your family information up to date in the Early Childhood census?

If you didn't receive the ECFE Newsletter in the mail, your family may not be on the census, or your info is out of date.

Help Me Grow a wonderful resource for learning about your child's development as well as reaching out for support when needed.

Help Me Connect

We Are Resourceful

Community Education Program Registration