ECFE Classes & Events

Questions?

Contact: Tonia Schiro 507-207-2236
Director of Student and Community Programs
GFW Elementary School
323 E. 11th Street
Gibbon, MN 55335
(800) 324-GFWE ext. 2236
Email Tonia

We look forward to serving your family!

New to GFW?

If you are a new resident of the GFW School District and the parent of a preschooler(s) -Ages 0-5 years- please call the GFW Elementary School office to register your child on the school census. (507-207-2236) The number count is important for district planning and it will assure you receive school mailings pertinent to your young child. Thank you.

Kid with Llama

Teacher and student

Child driving a tractor

ECFE classes are held at the ECFE Center located at GFW Elementary School in Gibbon. Classes meet mornings and evenings.

To Register: Call the GFW ECFE Office at 507-207-2236 or email Tonia.

GFW ECFE is now on Facebook!
Please become a friend if you would like to receive reminders for class starts and special events.

ECFE Fall 2025 Classes

Infant Class
Learn about your child’s development while you and your child experience many new and fun activities. Topics of importance to parents will be discussed during the last half hour. Parents do not separate from their children during this time. Expectant parents are also welcome to attend.

  • For children birth to 12 months

  • Class dates: Mondays, Oct. 6, 13, 20

  • Register by: Sept. 26

  • Time: Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m.

  • Fee: $15

  • Located: GFW Public Schools - 1157 E. 13th Street, Gibbon

Toddler Class
This age is filled with a driven sense of wonder and discovery. They are fascinated as they explore their world. They are learning to talk, to think for themselves, and to act independently. Come share with other parents ways to help your mover and shaker deal with frustrations, learn to share, and build self esteem. Parents remain in the room for their discussions.

  • For children ages 1-2 years

  • Class starts: Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025

  • Register by: Sept. 16

  • Time: Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

  • Fee: $25

    Location: GFW Public Schools - 1157 E. 13th Street, Gibbon

  • This class runs for 6 weeks

Parent and child doing arts and crafts

Teacher and student in preschool

Preschool ECFE Class

More social than ever, young children want to be busy learning about the world they live in. Take an active part in your child’s learning experiences during parent-child activity time. Parent discussions are the last 40 minutes of class.

  • For children ages 2-5 years

  • Class starts Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025

  • Register by Sept. 16

  • Location: GFW Public Schools - 1157 E. 13th Street, Gibbon

  • Time: Tuesdays 6:30-7:45 p.m.

  • Cost: $35 Scholarships available

This class runs for 8 weeks

Special Events:

Vehicle Fair
GFW ECFE is revving up the fun with our annual Vehicle Fair! This event is for families with children ages 0-5 years and their families. This will be a fun opportunity for children to explore a variety of vehicles and actually get up close and experience the feel and sounds of them. There will be many vehicles to explore, so join in the fun!

  • Register for door prizes!

  • Food will be available for purchase, so plan to enjoy supper at the fair!
    Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025

  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Come and Go Event

  • Location; GFW Elementary School, Gibbon. West side of the school.

  • Cost: Free!

Carlson’s Llovable Llamas
Come and enjoy time at Carlson’s Llovable Llamas with us! We will get a tour of the farm, we will play in the pen with the baby llamas, trail walk with your own llama and brush and help feed the llamas. What a fun day!

  • When: Friday, May 2, 2025

  • Time: 10:30 a.m.

    • Bus leaves Fairfax @ 9 a.m.

  •                    Gibbon @ 9:15 a.m.

  •                    Winthrop @ 9:30 a.m.

  • Cost: $14/child    $5/adult

  • Pack a lunch and we will eat at the farm!

  • Registration is required by April 24.

We will leave the farm at 12:45 p.m.and be back to Winthrop by 1:30 p.m., Gibbon 1:45 p.m. and Fairfax 2 p.m.

ECFE at the Park

Join us in June, July and August, at the parks for fun outdoor activities, projects, art, stories and more!

Activities will be geared towards children ages birth to Pre-K but all ages are welcome.

No cost to attend!
Childcare providers are welcome!

Dates: 

  • Monday, June 23 9-10 a.m. Fairfax City Park

  • Monday, July 21  9-10 a.m. Winthrop City Park

  • Monday, Aug. 18 9-10 a.m. Gibbon City Park

ECFE At the Park