Saber Connection, managed by Shakopee Community Education, provides a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for students before and after school, on non-school days throughout the school year and summer. The program supports families by offering extended-day care and meaningful learning opportunities that align with the district’s goals and our compelling vision for student success. Saber Connection serves students enrolled in Stepping Stones Preschool at Pearson Early Learning Center and all five Shakopee elementary schools (Grades K–5). The program offers flexible scheduling options and focuses on academic support, enrichment, recreation and social development through a balance of structured activities and play-based experiences that help students learn, connect and grow. 2026-2027 School Year Registration Information Open Registration begins Monday, April 27 at 6:00 am Registration is completed online. After submitting your contract request, you will receive an email confirmation that your registration was received. You will receive a second email confirmation if/when your contract is accepted and your registration fee will be processed at that time. Registration fees are paid once per season, per contract, and are non-refundable. Payment for these fees are automated and processed when the registration has been accepted. If you withdraw your child from the program and register again in the same season, you will pay an additional registration fee. Registration Fee - $55 per childCredit card transactions will include a processing fee paid by families, while ACH and debit card payments will remain fee-free. Saber Connection 2026-2027 School Year Calendar Calendar

Early Childhood Screening is a FREE check of a child's hearing and vision, weight and height, health history, immunizations, speech and language, general development and motor skills. Screening identifies children who may have health or developmental concerns and connects families to resources in the school district and community. Please note that screening is NOT a readiness test for kindergarten. The state of Minnesota recommends screening shortly after a child turns 3. Screening is mandatory prior to beginning kindergarten. Important notes! There is no charge for this screening, but you must complete the checkout to be enrolled. Please ensure you have received a confirmation email upon going to your shopping cart and checking out or you will not be considered enrolled for your time slot. Note that we may contact you by email or phone regarding your appointment, so please double-check that your ARUX account has up-to-date contact information. What does this screening include? vision and hearing check growth evaluation immunization review developmental screening using a Minnesota state approved standardized tool family health and development review information and resources for your child Please bring or upload your child's Birth Certificate, current Immunizations and below forms to your child's scheduled screening. Release Of Information.pdfRegistration For Screening.pdfConsent Form.pdfVision Prescreening Practice Sheet.pdfChild Health And Developmental History.pdfFor additional screening information, please call 952-496-5889.

Eagle Creek Elementary

Saber Connection, managed by Shakopee Community Education, provides a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for students before and after school, on non-school days throughout the school year and summer. The program supports families by offering extended-day care and meaningful learning opportunities that align with the district’s goals and our compelling vision for student success. Saber Connection serves students enrolled in Stepping Stones Preschool at Pearson Early Learning Center and all five Shakopee elementary schools (Grades K–5). The program offers flexible scheduling options and focuses on academic support, enrichment, recreation and social development through a balance of structured activities and play-based experiences that help students learn, connect and grow. 2026-2027 School Year Registration Information Open Registration begins Monday, April 27 at 6:00 am Registration is completed online. After submitting your contract request, you will receive an email confirmation that your registration was received. You will receive a second email confirmation if/when your contract is accepted and your registration fee will be processed at that time. Registration fees are paid once per season, per contract, and are non-refundable. Payment for these fees are automated and processed when the registration has been accepted. If you withdraw your child from the program and register again in the same season, you will pay an additional registration fee. Registration Fee - $55 per childCredit card transactions will include a processing fee paid by families, while ACH and debit card payments will remain fee-free. Saber Connection 2026-2027 School Year Calendar Calendar