Group Connections
Group Connections are one of the four components of the Parents as Teachers program. Families will learn child development information and meet other families with similarly aged children. Some group connections are for parents/caregivers and their children to attend together. Other group connections are for parents only to learn more about a specific parenting topic. We hope you will join us at a group connection soon!
Register for a Group Connection!
When Payment is Necessary
For all fee-based Group Connections, complete the registration below and pay one of two ways:
Online
We accept credit card payments through our Parent Pay Online system.
Please choose the appropriate Group Connection event from the Session drop down list you will see, then enter your child's name.
Mail your check payment prior to the event with the flyer found on this page to:
Eureka Early Childhood Center
c/o PAT Group Connections
442 W 4th St
Eureka, MO 63025-1804
If sending a check, please make it payable to "Rockwood School District" unless noted otherwise on the event flyer on the Group Connections page. Please note in the memo field of your check the Group Connection event name if you don't send a flyer with the check.
Note
If the Rockwood School District closes due to inclement weather, all in-person home visits will be switched to a phone or virtual visit for the safety of our staff. Any group connections scheduled for that day will be canceled. If it is a weekend group connection, please check your email and our social media pages for updates.
Upcoming Group Connections
Crazy Crawlers & Wacky Walkers
| Date | Tuesday, March 25, 4:30-5:30pm |
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| Location | Vandover Early Childhood Center, 1900 Hawkins Road, Fenton, 63026 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Enjoy exploring activities for some of our youngest learners. We will have designated areas with activities for children who can sit unsupported, crawlers, new walkers, and more experienced walkers. This parent child group connection is intended for children ages 6 months - 18 months.
Presented by Vicky Hickman and Anne Qualls Wood, Rockwood Parent Educators
Infant Massage
| Date | Thursday, March 27, 6:00-7:00pm |
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| Location | Eureka Early Childhood Center, 442 W. 4th Street, Eureka, 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Discover the numerous benefits of massage for you and your baby. Learn techniques designed to calm and soothe, while stimulating your baby’s neurological development and promoting bonding. Please have a blanket and lotion handy for massage exercises. This group connection is recommended for infants less than 9 months old.
Presented by Stephanie Kane, Rockwood Parents as Teachers Supervisor
Friday Family Fun
| Date | Friday, March 28, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Vandover Early Childhood Center, 1900 Hawkins Road, Fenton, 63026 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Vandover Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.
Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator
Friday Family Fun
| Date | Friday, April 4, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Eureka Early Childhood Center, 442 W. 4th Street, Eureka, 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Eureka Early Childhood Center PAT Nest. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under.
Presented by Stephanie Kane, Rockwood Parents as Teachers Supervisor
Baby Signs
| Date | Saturday, April 5, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Eureka Early Childhood Center, 442 W. 4th Street, Eureka, 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Come learn the whys and how-tos of using baby signs. During this group connection you will begin to learn baby signs and how they enhance language development. This group connection is recommended for children ages 9-18 months.
Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator
Eureka Hills Library Storytime
| Date | Monday, April 7, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Eureka Hills Library, 500 Workman Road, Eureka, MO 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Enjoy stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. This group connection is intended for children age 5 and under.
Presented by St. Louis County Library
Stroller Walk
| Date | Tuesday, April 8, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Westside Park, 1220 Woodridge Trails, Fenton, MO 63026 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Wanting to get outside? This is a great opportunity for you and your kids to move and build community while enjoying the outdoors. We will walk around the park and then enjoy some fun at the playground. This group connection is recommended for children ages 5 and under.
Presented by Andrea Guzman and Molly Larsen, Rockwood Parent Educators
Toilet Learning: Paving the Way to Success
| Date | Thursday, April 10, 6:30-7:30pm |
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| Location | Google Meet |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of toilet learning with your little one? Join us for an informative and interactive session designed to guide parents through the process of potty training. In this Google Meet session, we will cover essential topics to help you navigate the world of toilet learning with ease. Parkway Parent Educator, Laura DeWoskin, will share valuable insights, practical tips, and answer your questions to make this time a smooth and positive experience for both you and your child. This group connection is recommended for parents only.
Presented by Laura DeWoskin, Parkway Parent Educator
Friday Family Fun
| Date | Friday, April 11, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Vandover Early Childhood Center, 1900 Hawkins Road, Fenton, 63026 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Vandover Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.
Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator
Attention All Parents of Picky Eaters
| Date | Tuesday, April 15, 7:30-8:30pm |
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| Location | Google Meet |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
We will talk about reasons kids are picky, strategies for overcoming stressful mealtimes and when to seek out extra help. This group connection is for parents only.
Presented by Acorn Therapy
Playground Playdate
| Date | Wednesday, April 23, 5:00-6:00pm |
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| Location | Vandover Early Childhood Center, 1900 Hawkins Road, Fenton, 63026 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Wanting to connect with other families with young children in the district? Come play with us at the Vandover Early Childhood Center playground! Your child will have a chance to socialize with other children and build their motor skills as they climb and play and you can meet other parents too. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under.
Presented by Taylor Fortner and Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educators
In My Baby Era
| Date | Friday, April 25, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Sachs Library, 16400 Burkhardt Place, Chesterfield, MO 63017 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Hey Swifties! Dance the morning away with your favorite Taylor Swift songs. This group connection is recommended for children ages birth to 36 months.
Presented by Lindsay McGarity, St. Louis County Library
Hurry, Hurry, Drive the Fire Truck
| Date | Saturday, April 26, 9:30-11:00am |
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| Location | The Safety House, 13970 Manchester Road, Manchester, MO 63011 |
| Fee | $5 per family |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Children and their families will learn about fire safety by participating in hands-on activities at The Safety House, a state-of-the-art learning center located behind West County EMS and Fire District Station 2. Come climb on real fire trucks, dress-up like a firefighter, stop, drop and roll, and much more. Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital will also be there providing car seat education. This event is most appropriate for children ages 18 months-5 years old but the whole family is welcome. The $5 fee helps cover program costs.
Presented by Rockwood Parent Educators