Ventures Childcare

KIDVentures SCHOOL age care

KidVentures is a child-focused, enrichment and care program that incorporates a fun atmosphere in a safe setting where children can explore new interests and make new friends. Students participate in a variety of hands-on activities that build social, emotional, physical and academic skills. We collaborate with each elementary school to share facilities including the gyms, cafeteria, computer lab and outside play areas. Enrollment must include a consistent schedule with a minimum of two days per week. KidVentures also offers care on most non-school days and during the one hour late start on Wednesdays.

KidVentures is offered Monday through Friday at Bridgewater, Greenvale Park, and Sibley Elementary schools, from 6:30 am-school start and school release-6:00 pm. Enrollment information is available below, at the schools, and at the Community Education Office. Call 507.664.3750 for more information.

Forms & Information:

• KidVentures and Tier 1 Child Care 2020-2021 Registration Form
• List of Tier 1 Essential Workers
• KidVentures Information for Incoming Kindergarten Families
• KidVentures 2021 Spring Break Release Day Contract

Please scan and email completed KV registrations to: Mary Hansen at MHansen@northfieldschools.org

• KV Handbook
• Emergency Closing Procedures

Online Payments:

If you have not already been set up for an online account, contact Mary Hansen (507.664.3750) to be issued a username and password. Parents who have an online account can make payments and view payment history online, using the link below.

One-Hour Late Start Wednesday (PLC Option):

KidVentures provides programming during the one-hour late start time on Wednesdays, for families who register and send payment ahead of time.

Wednesday Late Start Registration 2020-2021

Ventures Family Accounts

KIDVENTURES SUMMER

The KidVentures summer program is designed for youth entering 1st through 7th grade and allows kids to experience a wide variety of both enrichment and recreation opportunities. Children will participate in a variety of hands-on activities that build social, emotional, physical and academic development.

KidVentures will run from Tuesday, June 15th-Friday, August 27th, 2021 and will be located at Sibley (Spring Creek) Elementary. Summer hours will be 6:30 am-6:00 pm.

EarlyVentures Learning Center

EarlyVentures Learning Center is a child care center for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, licensed by the Department of Human Services. We offer a variety of schedule and fee options and are located, along with Hand in Hand Preschool, at the NCEC. Contact Breezy Barrett to arrange a tour.

Forms & Information:

Registration for EarlyVentures 2021-2022 school year will open on Monday, March 8th at 8:00 am. Families may scan and email registrations to BBarrett@northfieldschools.org beginning at 8 am on March 8th or families may drop registrations off at the NCEC (700 Lincoln Parkway). If emailing registrations, the registration and snack fee can be paid by check and sent in the mail. All checks need to be received within one week of the emailed registration paperwork. All registration paperwork is posted below. Please email bbarrett@northfieldschools.org or call 507-645-1245 if you have further questions.

• EarlyVentures September 2021-August 2022 Registration
• EarlyVentures September 2020-August 2021 Registration
• EarlyVentures Handbook
• Emergency Closing Procedures

Online Payments:

If you have not already been set up for an online account, please contact Mary Hansen at 507.664.3750 to be issued a username and password. Parents who have an online account can make payments and view payment history online, using the link below.

Ventures Family Accounts

Registration for KidVentures Summer 2021

Registration for summer 2021 will open on Monday, March 15th, 2021. Registrations can be dropped off at each elementary during KidVentures, dropped off at the NCEC (drop box located just outside the front door) or scanned and emailed to both Mary Hansen (MHansen@northfieldschools.org) and Breezy Barrett (BBarrett@northfieldschools.org).

KidVentures registrations will be accepted through April 15th, 2021. After April 15th, registrations will be accepted based on space and staff availability. Families that register within the first two weeks (before April 1st) receive a discounted registration fee! Register early to reserve your space.

KidVentures Summer 2021 Registration