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
Friday Family Fun
| Date | Friday, April 24, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center, 2730 Valley Road, Wildwood, 63005 |
| 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 Kelly Lawson, Rockwood Parent Educator
Hurry, Hurry Drive the Fire Truck
| Date | Saturday, April 25, 9:30-11:00am |
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| Location | The Safety House, 13790 Manchester Road, Manchester, MO 63011 |
| Fee | $5 Registration Fee 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. This group connection 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
Mini Preschool Play and Chat
| Date | Friday, May 1, 9:30-10:30am |
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| Location | Eureka Early Childhood Center, 442 W. 4th Street, Eureka, 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Mini Preschool Teacher, Trish Parenti, welcomes you and your child to the EECC Mini Classroom. Engage in hands-on activities, experience storytime, and find out how this unique program benefits our youngest learners. This group connection is recommended for children 20-36 months.
Presented by Trish Parenti, Mini Preschool Teacher
Robert's Music Together
| Date | Tuesday, May 5, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center, 2730 Valley Road, Wildwood, 63005 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Bring your little ones to engage in singing, movement and playing small percussion instruments. This class is an opportunity to stimulate brain development for your children, engage interaction between parent and child(ren) as well as connect with families. This group connection is intended for children ages 5 and under.
Presented by Robert Bernstein, Robert's Music Together
Stroller Walk
| Date | Thursday, May 7, 9:30-10:30am |
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| Location | Legion Park, 333 Bald Hill Road, Eureka, MO 63025 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Do you and your kids need to get out of the house and get some fresh air? Come join us for a stroller walk around Legion Park. This is a great opportunity for you and your kids to move and build community while enjoying the outside. 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 Katie Bloss and Sara Kaplan, Rockwood Parent Educators
Sleep 101
| Date | Wednesday, May 13, 6:30-7:30pm |
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| Location | Google Meet |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent Only Group Connection |
In this group connection, Jessica will share strategies to set your little ones up with healthy sleep habits and practical solutions to tackle all your sleep struggles. There will also be time for Jessica to answer your burning questions. This group connection is for expecting parents through preschool age.
Presented by Jessica Manela, Haven Sleep Solutions
Water Safety for All Abilities
| Date | Monday, May 18, 6:00-7:00pm |
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| Location | Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center, 2730 Valley Road, Wildwood, 63005 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent Only Group Connection |
This group connection is designed for children with special abilities, anxiety, or a fear of being in and around water. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn this essential life skill and feel safer in aquatic environments. Leslie will discuss how swim lessons can offer visual, sensory, and physical benefits, while also answering your questions about water safety. This group connection is intended for parents only.
Presented by Leslie Johnson, Barron Swim School
Creek Play Day
| Date | Wednesday, May 27, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Rockwoods Reservation Visitor's enter, 2751 Glencoe Road, Wildwood, MO 63038 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
Bring your water shoes and get ready to explore a creek! Kids will get to wade, splash, and use nets and magnifying glasses to discover the tiny aquatic creatures that live beneath the surface. Afterwards, you can get in touch with nature and explore the beautiful trails that these animals call home. Please meet at the Visitor Center which is 1.5 miles from the entrance gate. This group connection is intended for children ages 3-6.
Presented by Maura Horton, Missouri Department of Conservation
All Aboard!
This event is at capacity.
| Date | Saturday, May 30, 10:00-11:00am |
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| Location | Wabash Frisco & Pacific Railroad, 101 Grand Avenue, Wildwood, MO 63038 |
| Fee | No charge |
| Attendees | Parent/Child Group Connection |
The Wabash Frisco & Pacific Railroad invites you to come aboard their 12-inch gauge live steam railroad! The ride is a two-mile trip lasting about 30 minutes and travels along the scenic Meramec River. After the train ride, walk with us to the playground at Glencoe City Park. This group connection is intended for children age 5 and under. There is a $5 per person fee for this group connection. However, we don’t want cost to prevent any family from participating. Please consider making a free-will donation—give what you are able.
Presented by Rockwood Parent Educators