Lauren Doescher: A1, Infants My name is Lauren Doescher and I’m the assistant teacher in A1. I started working at CDLS in 2020 as a floating teacher, and switched to working with younger infants full time in 2022. Outside of work, I foster cats, enjoy dancing, reading and being outside. I started coaching gymnastics when… Continue reading Staff Highlights
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From the Research Corner: Interview with Institute of Child Development PhD student Sarah Pan
Sarah Pan is a Ph.D. student at the Institute of Child Development, working with Dr. Michèle Mazzocco. Sarah is set to graduate in May 2025 and is interested in using her research skills in the context of educational media once she graduates. Currently, Sarah is conducting the study Individual Differences in Attention During Play with… Continue reading From the Research Corner: Interview with Institute of Child Development PhD student Sarah Pan
CDLS Open House – Oct. 20
The University of Minnesota Child Development Laboratory School (CDLS) invites you to visit our new home, which combines the former University of Minnesota Child Development Center and the Shirley G. Moore Lab School. Please join us for an Open House on October 20 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at our new address, 921 17th Ave… Continue reading CDLS Open House – Oct. 20
Dakhóta Iápi Wahóȟpi
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, stands on Miní Sóta Makhóčhe, the land of the Dakhóta Oyáte. The Dakhóta Iápi Wahóȟpi (Dakota Language Nest) classroom is located near the multi-purpose room. Our new staff (Brenda, Justis, and Anke) are eager to meet everyone and share this new part of our program with you! We know… Continue reading Dakhóta Iápi Wahóȟpi
CDLS Family Fall Camping Trip
Fall is a beautiful season in Minnesota and we are excited for an outdoor adventure with you! This year’s Fall CDLS Camping trip will be from Saturday, October 8th – Sunday, October 9th. The camping trip is a great way for families to connect with each other and to explore with the children together. It’s a… Continue reading CDLS Family Fall Camping Trip
CDLS Invited to Participate in U of MN Homecoming Events
The University of Minnesota has several fun Homecoming events that families and children can participate in this year. Please see the front desk for more information or click on any of the links below. Homecoming Coloring ContestThere will be a stack of our printed coloring contest sheets on Monday and they will be collected through… Continue reading CDLS Invited to Participate in U of MN Homecoming Events
Oakiwear Order for Fall 2022
Hello families! We are placing a school order from Oakiwear for 2022. Here is a link to their website. Our prices for items this year can be found using this link. Please include your child’s size and preferred color in your order using this link. *Please include two color choices in case they are out… Continue reading Oakiwear Order for Fall 2022
CDLS Wishlist: Fall 2022
Wooden brooms, rakes, or shovels Kid size wheelbarrows Colored masking tape Markers Rain jackets and rain pants (size 2T – 6/8) Wool socks Winter boots size 12 and up Snowpants size 2T- 6/8
Scholastic: Fall 2022
Scholastic book clubs have been around for many years. They help families and schools find quality books at affordable prices. Families can use our school code: H7MHT, to order books anytime at Scholastic.com. The books can be delivered to the CDLS or your home and our school will continue to earn points on your order.… Continue reading Scholastic: Fall 2022
Family Book Exchange
If you haven’t had a chance to check out the Family Book Exchange shelf near the front doors, we encourage you to take a peek, grab a book, or leave a book next time you are at school!