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Fall 2026 Resources

Stay connected to Fall 2026 information, events and resources.

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Early Childhood Screening

State-mandated screening. Safe, secure & supportive environment. Flexible appointments. Translation support.

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Early Childhood Family Education

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a program for parents/guardians and their children from birth thru age four.

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This is Pearson Early Learning Center

It's so much more than a school! We're a community where children learn, families connect and parents/guardians grow as advocates for their child. All are welcome. 

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Stepping Stones Preschool

The skills needed for school and life are learned well before the age of six. With an impeccable facility that supports a variety of learning opportunities, including licensed teachers and supportive staff, the Stepping Stones Preschool at Pearson Early Learning Center is a truly rewarding program for young learners of all abilities. 

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Comprehensive Literacy Framework

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Pearson Early Learning Center is so much more than a school!  We’re a community where children learn, families connect and parents/guardians grow as advocates for their child.

  • Two young girls in lab coats smile at the camera, holding stuffed animals, with a blurred background of a room with tables and lights.
    Early Childhood Screening

    State-mandated screening. Safe, secure & supportive environment. Flexible appointments. Translation support.

    Schedule Your Free Screening

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    Family Literacy Program

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  • A classroom setting with a teacher and a young student engaged in play with a variety of colorful toys and objects scattered on the floor.
    Early Childhood Family Education

    Learn more about programming for parents/guardians and their children from birth thru age four.

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  • Young children sit on a blue rug in the foreground, attentively watching a teacher read a book in the background.
    Stepping Stones Preschool

    The skills needed for school and life are learned well before the age of six. With an impeccable facility that supports a variety of learning opportunities, including licensed teachers and supportive staff, the Stepping Stones Preschool at Pearson Early Learning Center is a truly rewarding program for young learners of all abilities. 

    Click Here to Register

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    Pay For Stepping Stones Preschool

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    Saber Connection - Preschool and School Age Care

    2026-27 School Year Preschool & School Age Care
    Registration Opens April 27

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    Safe Schools. Safe Communities.

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News & Events

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  • Education Forward = Fall 2025

    Did you know - October is Gifted Education, National Principals, Bullying Prevention Awareness, Down Syndrome Awareness, College Knowledge (SHS) Month!

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  • Education Forward = Fall 2025

    Be the first to view the district’s quarterly newsletter that is mailed to the homes of all taxpayers, staff and available throughout the district.

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  • Safe Schools. Safe Communities.

    When we are informed, prepared and empowered, we are better equipped to support one another—whatever the situation may be.

    Get to know the nationally recognized, multi-tiered safety matrix used by Shakopee Public Schools as part of our family engagement resources.

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  • Emerald Ash

    Shakopee Public Schools has been significantly impacted by the emerald ash borer. We have treated as many ash trees as possible that have a reasonable chance of surviving. Unfortunately, the remaining affected trees will need to be removed.

    Tree removal is scheduled to begin the week of August 17, with stump grinding to follow shortly afterward.

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  • Election, I Voted Stickers

    For the November 3, 2026 General Election, four (4) School Board seats are open and will be on the ballot.

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  • Education Forward = Fall 2025

    Be the First to Check Out Education Forward - Spring 2026 Issue

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  • SPS March 2026 District E-Newsletter

    Highlights include:

    • Save the Dates For Exciting Community Events
    • Class of 2026 Graduation Information & Important Dates
    • Student School Board, Family STEM nights and Teacher Appreciation Week
    • Saber Connection - Preschool & School Age Care
    • Community Education Color Run 

    Click to Read the April E-Newsletter

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Upcoming Events

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    • District Office Board Room, 1200 Town Square
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      Shakopee High School SE210
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      Huber Park
    • Shakopee Community Center

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