Willmar Community Education

06/07/2026

Hello, Summer! Please note our updated office hours at Jefferson Learning Center June 8- August 28.

06/05/2026

Sing songs, read books, and make crafts with Willmar's ECFE teachers!

05/28/2026

Have you seen these guidelines with recommended ages for supervised children and being home alone? Find two classes that you may be interested in for your child linked in the comments below 🔽

As routines change and summer approaches, a question many parents face is: When is my child ready to stay home alone? 🏡

While age guidelines provide a helpful starting point, maturity, emergency preparedness, and your child’s own comfort level play the biggest roles.

Here is a quick breakdown of age-based recommendations and important safety reminders from Kandiyohi County Health & Human Services.

05/28/2026

Join Kandiyohi County Extension Master Gardeners volunteers for a day full of garden fun on the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Tour! Seats are limited, reserve your spot at https://arux.link/jqzUlT or stop by Jefferson Learning Center during office hours. Questions? Please call the Community Ed office at 320-231-8490.

05/26/2026

Are you passionate about supporting young children and their families? Willmar Public Schools is looking for a dedicated and experienced person to join our team as Early Childhood Family Programs Manager, leading initiatives that make a lasting impact on our community’s youngest learners.

Applicants should have a strong background in Early Childhood Education or child development, a deep knowledge of early childhood best practices, proven experience in family engagement and support, and the leadership skills to guide staff and drive meaningful, community-focused programs.

If you understand the unique needs of early learners and are ready to take the next step in your career to support families on a larger scale, we want to hear from you! Apply today, or tag someone below who would be a perfect fit! 👇

05/22/2026

05/08/2026

Check the schedule for when the Growmobile will be coming to your neighborhood this summer!

☀️🦋 GrowMobile Summer 2026 Schedule! 🦋☀️

Our GrowMobile is a mobile preschool program bringing stories, learning, and hands-on fun to children ages 2–6 throughout the summer! All activities are curriculum-based and designed to help little learners grow through play, creativity, and exploration. 📚🎨

Program Dates:
June 1 – August 7, 2026
There will be no programming June 29 – July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

⚠️ Important Reminders:
• In the event of inclement weather, schedule updates will be posted on our page. United Way of West Central Minnesota

We can’t wait to see everyone for another fun-filled summer with GrowMobile! 💚

04/25/2026

What a great event!

04/24/2026

Hope to see you there! 🗺️🧳🛩️🌎🌍🌏

Join us for a global culinary experience at the Willmar Civic Center on Friday, April 24, 2026. The festival showcases the diverse flavors of our community with food and drink samples from local favorites like Somali Star, El Viejon, and Pen House Boba.

Doors open at 5:00 PM. We encourage you to arrive early to enjoy these authentic dishes, as samples are available only while supplies last.

Get more details at www.willmarlakesarea2040.com

04/22/2026

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When you come to Jefferson, you are greeted by these two smiling faces. We couldn't get through our days without them. Thank you, Lori & Rochelle for all you do for Jefferson! Happy Administrative Professionals Day! And Allie, we miss you! 🌷