Looking ahead, our Winter/Spring 2026 ECFE session begins January 12th, with registration opening December 9th at 8:00 AM. Take a peek at the upcoming class offerings here!

WHAT IS AN EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING? The early childhood years from birth to the start of kindergarten are an important time of rapid learning and growth. Early Childhood Screening is a quick and simple check of how your child is growing and developing. Between the ages of 3 and 4, screening can detect possible health or learning concerns, so that children can get help before they start kindergarten. Screening is required before kindergarten and recommended at 3.5 years old. Does my child need an Early Childhood Screening? YES - In order for your child to start kindergarten in any Minnesota public school, you will need to provide your child's Early Childhood Screening Summary Form and Immunization record. Is there a charge? No, Early Childhood Screening is FREE What will happen at the screening? At your child's screening, a trained professional will check the following: Vision Hearing Height/Weight Immunization status Thinking, language and communication skills, large and small motor skills Social & emotional development Screenings are held at Princeton Family Center - 706 1st St, Princeton, MN 55371

View 26/27 Early Childhood Guide The 2026-2027 Princeton Public Schools Early Childhood Guide is your go-to resource for all things early learning! This guide provides families with essential information about our Hand in Hand Preschool, ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) programs, Tiger Club wraparound childcare, and more. Inside, you'll find class offerings, schedules, registration details, and helpful resources to support your child’s growth and development. Whether you're exploring preschool options or looking for family education opportunities, this guide is designed to help you navigate the early years with confidence. Registration for 2025/2026 is still open. Please call 763-389-6197 or email stefanie.middendorf@isd477.org to talk through what options are available for this school-year. AM Half Day 8:00 AM - 10:45 AM PM Half Day 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM Evening 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM All Day 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Register for Next School Year 26/27 starting on Tuesday, March 17th at 8:00 AM. Please take a look at our parent orientation for our current school-year. This information is subject to change based on district decisions. Have a question about preschool? Reach out to Stefanie or Jessie! Call 763-389-4789 or email stefanie.middendorf@isd477.org or jessie.kohl@isd477.org .

Tiger Club is a Preschool and School Age Program that offers creative, safe, and engaging fun before and after school and during the summer months. Showing "Tiger Pride" is our goal. We work to offer a variety of well supervised, nurturing activities that work with the whole child and helping them as they grow. Program activities include health and wellness, arts and crafts, technology play and learning, building relationships and friendships, and developing social skills. The program is designed to help meet each families needs, with options for childcare. We offer consistent and pick your days/drop-in schedule. School Age Care Program Before and after school care is offered for children grades K-5. We are also open on most non-school days. Activities include: arts & crafts, reading fun, math games, gym time, computer lab or iPad time, outdoor activities, as well as guest speakers, field trips, and more! An after school snack is included. Location: Primary School for Grades K-5 Hours: 6am until school begins and after school until 6pm Monday - Friday on school days and some non-school days. Preschool Program Tiger Club is proud to offer a companion child care program to our Hand in Hand Preschool schedule. Children entering our Summer Tiger Club program do NOT need to be enrolled in a Hand in Hand Preschool class, but priority enrollment is given to those who are. Children entering our School Year Tiger Club program DO need to be enrolled in a Hand in Hand Preschool class. All preschoolers attending Preschool Tiger Club must be 3 years old, toilet trained, and self-sufficient in the bathroom. We are proud to say that Tiger Club is a Parent Aware 4 Star Program, and we work with the Hand in Hand staff to further enrich your child’s experience at preschool. School year information: Location: Family Center, 706 First Street, Princeton, MN Hours: 6:00am-5:30pm Monday-Friday on school days and some non-school days Summer 2026 Tiger Club Summer Tiger Club offers childcare to students entering preschool–6th grade in the 2026-27 school year. Students do NOT need to be enrolled in Hand in Hand Preschool nor Princeton Public Schools to attend Tiger Club in the summer. Preschoolers must be toilet trained and self-sufficient in the bathroom to attend (pull-ups at rest/nap time are okay as long as they are self-sufficient if they need to clean up afterwards). Location and Dates:Summer Tiger Club location is at the Intermediate School.Summer Tiger Club is open June 2–August 20 from 6 AM–6 PM, Monday–Friday.

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