Register for a LENA Start parent group today!

Thank you for your interest in LENA Start! We are so excited to explore early brain development with you and help you enhance your child’s development. Parents and caregivers have the power! To learn more about the 10-week program, take a moment to read through “What is LENA Start?”

Sign up for Summer 2024 sessions now!

All Central Wisconsin parents and caregivers with a child under 4 1/2 years old are welcome to participate in LENA Start. We have Spring, Summer, and Fall LENA Start seasons. Groups meet in-person in a variety of locations across Central Wisconsin each season. There are virtual classes options in Spring and Fall. Spanish language groups are also available.

Join enthusiastic class facilitators and other parents for fun and interactive sessions. As always, attendance is FREE. Meals and childcare are provided. Children do not need to attend classes. Each week families will receive a free children’s book for participating. Gift cards and other prizes will also be given weekly.

LENA grads get rewarded for referring a new family! If a LENA grad encouraged you to join LENA Start, please add their name on your registration form. They will receive a $10 gift card after you complete the program.

Please fill out the following interest form and someone from our team will be in touch with you. If you have questions or if you prefer phone communication, feel free to call or text Nicole Tank at 715-660-0397. In Spanish, call or text Norma Castro at 715-574-2642.

LENA STart Registration form

Parent/Caregiver Name

Enter the names of adult(s) who will be attending class.

First Name

Last Name

Second Parent/Caregiver Name

First Name

Last Name

Child's Name

First Name

Last Name

Child's Birthday

YYYY

Email Address

Cell Phone Number

(###)

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Address

Enter your home address. Please include your street address, city, and zip code.

Language preference

LENA Start classes are offered in English and Spanish. What is your preferred language for classes and materials?

English

Spanish

Internet Access

Do you need assistance with internet access?

Yes

Referral Rewards

Did a LENA graduate family recommend LENA Start Marathon County? If so, please provide their name and phone number so that they can be rewarded with a $10 gift card upon your graduation.

Site preference

Sessions run weekly for 10 weeks. Which group works best for you? (choose one)

Mondays starting June 17, 6-7pm (dinner at 5:30pm), Trinity Lutheran Church, 1410 Rogers St, Stevens Point.

SPANISH only- Tuesdays starting June 18, 4:30-5:30pm (dinner during class), Children's Imaginarium, 195 N 2nd St, Wausau

I am interested in Fall 2024 sessions

Transportation

Do you need assistance with transportation?

Yes

Childcare

Free childcare is offered. Your child does not have to attend (since the classes are for you!), but anyone who would like to bring their children is more than welcome to do so. Please list the first name and age for all children who will attend childcare. Enter "none" if you will not be utilizing childcare.

How did you hear about LENA Start?

Any comments or questions?