Zimmerman Community Fall 2019

ZIMMERMAN Fall 2019 community Quality educational, enrichment and recreation classes for preschool children, youth & adults in the Zimmerman community. www.728communityed.com 2

tatabbleleooff cconteennttss early childhood Featured Class: pages 2-4 JUNIOR ROBOTICS ► GRADES 1-5 Early Childhood Family Education Explore the world of robotics! Use LEGO® bricks to build an Discovery Learning Preschool alligator, a race car and more. Program your projects to chew, race, Little Learners • Parenting or make noises using drag-and-drop icon-based software. Have fun playing with and modifying your projects! LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize youth, pre K-12 or endorse this site or program. Fridays Nov 8-Dec 13* | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $65 pages 5-11 Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 6C | Youth Enrichment League Staff #YTSJRRO05F19 Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics Aca- *Not meeting Nov 22, 29 demics • Crescendo • High School Aquatics • Little Learners • Special Interest adult pages 12-13 Fitness • General Interest • Finance • Technology • Adult Basic Education GED • English as a Second Language registration page 14 View the Fall our mission brochure online at www.728communityed.com To build community through citizen or pick one up at your involvement and lifelong learning while local school or business. educating, inspiring and empowering ALL of our learners across ISD 728. 12 Fall 20195 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhood KWIINLDDELRIFGEARFETSETNIVEANLTR►Y AGE BIRTH- Stop by our activity booth at the Wildlife Festival at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge! This free family event will be at the Oak Savanna Learning Center, approximately 5 miles west of U.S. 169 on County Road 9. In addition to our booth, enjoy presentations, hands-on activities, horse-drawn wagon rides through the savanna and more! Saturday Sep 28 | 1 session | 10:00am-3:00pm | $0 Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Oak Savanna Learning Center #EV1WILD01F19 łłBIRTH TO THREE ► AGE BIRTH-36 MONTHS NOT SO SCARY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Enjoy time with your child and be creative, engage in active play and share in circle time activities. Parenting time will be in the child's Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloween fun! classroom in a non-separating atmosphere. This class is free for This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and children under 12 months (select waived fee when registering.) family fun on our Nature Explore Center! Non-scary costumes are allowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE and Friends of Sherburne Wildlife Refuge. Event is Tuesdays Sep 24-Dec 3* | 10 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $70 free, but please pre-register www/isd728.org/ECFE-NotSoScary2019. Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH04F19 *Not meeting Nov 26 Saturday Oct 26 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $0 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 łłTODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS ► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Children learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in a growth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physical Dress for the elements and experience the wonder of nature. Get the and cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. Parents will discuss full experience of our certified nature classroom by playing with our ways to support developmental milestones, ways to make learning fun natural building materials, tree fort fabric, art materials, sandbox and and discipline techniques. This is a separating class. more! FREE admission - no registration necessary. Fridays Sep 20-Dec 6* | 8 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $56 Mondays Sep 9-Nov 18 | 11 sessions | 10:00-11:30am | $0 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EETODDL08F19 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 1, 22, 29 Wednesday Dec 11 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $0 Tuesdays Sep 24-Dec 3* | 10 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $70 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EETODDL07F19 *Not meeting Nov 26 łłNEW! ECFE TEASER ► AGE 1-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Separating classes are classes where the parents Have you ever wondered what an ECFE class is like? Would you like to just move to a different room for parent discussion and \"give it a try?\" Take this opportunity to try us out without making an extended commitment. We will have parent/child time, as well as parent discussion. children remain in their classroom for activities. Classes will run just 3-4 weeks and will have a non-separating option during the first session, and a separating option during the second session. Non-separating classes are classes where the parent discussion is in the room with the children. Fridays Sept 20-Oct 11 | 4 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $10 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EENTEAS03F19 Fridays Oct 25-Dec 6* | 4 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $10 2 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EENTEAS04F19 *Not meeting Nov 1, 22, 29 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019

early childhood DISCOVER A PLACE WHERE 3S AND 4S PLUS CLASSES CHILDREN CAN EXPLORE, LEARN, LAUGH & GROW! We are excited to offer an additional option for your child! Our Plus classes are for children who are older in their age group. In the 4s Plus »» Classes begin mid-September and end class, classroom staff will focus on kindergarten readiness and provide early June. differentiated instruction for each child. *Please note: Children enrolling in »» A $49 non-refundable deposit must be 3s Plus must have been born before December 1, 2015 and 4s Plus must paid at registration. have been born before December 1, 2014. Contact the ECFE office for more »» In the 3s classes, there is a parent/child day once/week; parents information on Plus class locations. are required to attend these days. »» In the 4s classes, there is a parent orientation session in late DISCOVERY LEARNING FIND MORE INFORMATION August and three parent education sessions throughout the year. PRESCHOOL 22001290 ONLINE! »» Parent time provides time for parents to talk and learn with other parents and the Parent Educator. For more details about Discovery Learning »» Optional busing is available. Preschool visit: »» Students must be the correct age as of September 1, 2019. www.isd728.org/DiscoveryLearningPreschool. »» Class times may vary slightly from the published schedule. You will be notified of any changes. www.728communityed.com ZIMMERMAN 3s - Zimmerman Elementary Class # Days Time Child Alone Days Mandatory Parent/Child Day 3 EPZDLP301F19 Mon/Thu & Tue evening 8:45-11:15am Mon/Thu Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm ZIMMERMAN 4s - Zimmerman Elementary Class # Days # Days/Week Time Parent Involvement 8:45-11:15am Dates TBD 3 EPZDLP401F19 Mon-Fri 5 Dates TBD 8:45-11:15am Dates TBD 3 EPZDLP402F19 Mon-Thu 4 12:45-3:15pm EPZDLP403F19 Tue-Fri 4 DISCOVERY LEARNING TUITION AND FEES Schedule Non-refundable Monthly Tuition Monthly Tuition w/ Annual Tuition Annual Tuition w/ Deposit Transportation Transportation $228/month 3 days/week; 2.5 hours/day $49 $176/month $1584 $2052 $49 $122/month $159/month 2 days/week; 2.5 hours/day + $1098 $1431 1 day/week; 1.5 hours/day 4 days/week; 2.5 hours/day $49 $240/month $309/month $2160 $2781 5 days/week; 2.5 hours/day $49 $298/month $384/month $2682 $3456 This symbol 3 designates full class; waitlist is available. 3 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhood DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE PARTICIPANT CHILDCARE FOR DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL EDVENTURE CLUB If your home or day care address is within the ISD 728 boundaries, PROGRAM PARTICIPANT CHILDCARE you can choose transportation for your child to morning or afternoon preschool classes for an additional fee. Transportation is provided EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children of program by Vision Transportation, the vendor for all district transportation. All participants. This program is supervised by EdVenture Club staff transportation registrations are processed by the Early Childhood office - specifically trained in Early Childhood best practices. Please note please do not send them to Vision Transportation. the following important registration changes this year: ►Program Participant Care is pre-pay only; you must pay when »» Transportation for Discovery Learning Preschool students requires hand to hand transfers of students. A Vision Transportation vehicle scheduling care. (bus or van) will stop at the end of the driveway at designated pick- ►The registration deadline is 5pm the Monday prior to the week up time and location. You or another adult must escort your student to the vehicle. Discovery Learning Preschool staff will meet busses care is needed. at school and bring students into the building. ►Program Participant Care will be offered in blocks of time. These »» After class, your child will be escorted to the bus by the classroom times will closely match all ECFE and Preschool class times. Sign staff. You or another adult is responsible for meeting the bus at up for the time block that covers your class time even if there is designated drop-off time and location. additional time included before/after your class time. ►Fees are based on block times: »» Specific pick-up and drop-off times and locations will be available at »» Blocks of time that are 2 hours or less = $3 per block the Discovery Learning Preschool Open House in September. »» Block of time more than 2 hours = $5 per block Note: Reduced and sliding fee scale also applies to transportation costs. HOW DO I REGISTER? Transportation to and from EdVenture Club Childcare is not available. Complete a registration calendar—calendars can be completed up to 2 months in advance. Deadline for registering is 5pm the Monday EDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING before the week care is needed. Registration is not available online, SCHOOL YEAR however you can find Participant Care registration calendars at the following locations: With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, ►ECFE office at Handke Center. EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning provides a quality program that ►Hallway entry areas at each of the ECFE/Discovery Learning complements the Discovery Learning Preschool curriculum and extends your child’s preschool experience. Childcare is available at most sites (Rogers Elem, Otsego Elem, Zimmerman Elem & the Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. Handke Center) ►Online at www.isd728.org/EdvPPC. For the 2019-20 school year, your child must be age 3 by September 1, 2019 and they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Mail, drop-off, fax or email your completed calendar & payment to Program. When registering for childcare, you choose the times that work the EdVenture Club office at the Handke Center. best for your schedule. Registration is due on Monday the week prior to attendance. This program is eligible for county assistance. Sliding fee scale Care is available for classes that have the Program Participant does not apply to EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare fees. Childcare program icon next to the title or class. Your child is escorted between our childcare program and the Discovery Learning classroom by our staff. Snacks will be provided in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring a lunch if they are attending during lunch or the full day. Transportation to and from EdVenture Club- Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsible to transport when using EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare. Register online at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. If you have additional questions or to get fee information about the EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club office at 763-241-3544. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 4

youth EDVENTURE CLUB ► GRADES K-5 EDVENTURE CLUB - NON-SCHOOL DAYS CONVENIENT FUN MORE THAN CHILDCARE Fun enrichment activities and outings are offered on days that school is not in session for grades K-5. Students are divided by grade levels for AFFORDABLE the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education, games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring a bag SAFE EdVenture Club is a unique program that lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. These activities, held 9:00am-3:00pm, are planned in a day camp format; combines fun enrichment activities with extended the sites are open 6:00am-6:00pm. Please note: In the event of low or high enrollment, sites may be combined or additional sites opened. hours for your convenience! EdVenture Club THURSDAY OCT 17 | FUNNY, SPOOKY, SCARY provides a quality extended day experience Funny, spooky or scary -- which is your favorite? Perhaps all three! In that complements the school day and includes this class, we’ll try a little of each throughout the day. enrichment activities for reading and math, FRIDAY OCT 18 | LET’S PLAY physical education, science, art and more for Whether it’s table games or active games, we will spend the day playing. Maybe you’ll learn something new! grades K-5. FRIDAY NOV 1 | SYMBOLS OF FALL Morning Program: Students attend between 6:00am and school starting time Monday Fall is different than the other seasons in so many ways. We will talk through Friday. A variety of games, cards, gym time, playground, and about what changes you see in the landscape around you and make other choices are available. Enrichment activities are planned up to 3 some crafts that remind us of this special, colorful time of year. times per week. Snack and juice are provided daily. FRIDAY NOV 22 | SPIDERS, SNAPPERS AND SNAKES, Afternoon Program: OH MY! Students can attend after school until 6:00pm Monday-Friday. Each day includes enrichment activities as well as a snack and juice. See We will learn some fun and interesting facts about these three critters, schedule at your site for weekly activities. while creating them from various craft items and supplies. REGISTRATION MONDAY NOV 25 | BEST PART OF THANKSGIVING Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online using our parent portal Seeing family, playing with cousins, eating new foods, what an exciting at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. time! Today we will try a new food, play with our friends and create something to have on Thanksgiving Day. ZIMMERMAN AREA SCHOOLS 6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm 1 day/week $14 1 day/week $18 2 days/week $21 2 days/week $30 3 days/week $27 3 days/week $36 4 days/week $34 4 days/week $42 5 days/week $38 5 days/week $48 Sibling Discount TUESDAY NOV 26 | ONE SHARK, TWO SHARKS! Additional students in a family profile will receive a 10% discount. How many different kinds of sharks are there? We will explore this LOCATIONS question by seeing, drawing and making some craft projects about these awesome, sometimes fearsome, fish. EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE WEDNESDAY NOV 27 | THANKSGIVING FUN! Zimmerman Elementary (also serves Westwood students in the p.m.) Westwood Elementary (a.m. only) What are you thankful for? Join us as we get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving through festive crafts and fun games. EDVENTURE CLUB-NON SCHOOL DAYS REGISTRATION Zimmerman Elementary (also serves Westwood students) Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for Non-School Days EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHERCARE Childcare at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $40/first child; $34 additional child(ren) in family 5 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER OPEN SWIM ► ALL AGES CARE/SCHOOL CANCELLED Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled is offered from 6:30am- Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around. Open swim 6:00pm at Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools on is lifeguard-supervised for all ages. Children 6 and under who cannot days school is cancelled due to inclement weather. To be eligible to swim 20 yards must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One to attend, families must pre-register and must pre-pay for 3 days. three children age 6 or under per adult in the water. All children wearing diapers must wear swim diapers. Groups of 10+, please call ahead: 3-Day Fee: $105 first student; $93 additional student in family (763) 241-3520. Pay at the door: $5/person; $15/family (max 6 w/adult in water) EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER Sundays Sep 8-Jan 19* | 12:00-2:00pm CARE/2-HR LATE START VandenBerge MS Pool Door M *Not meeting Oct 20, Dec 1, Dec 29 In the event of a 2-hour late start, EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/2-Hour Late Start will offer morning care from 8:00-11:30am at EXPERIENCE THIS! each elementary school. To be eligible to attend, families must pre- register and pre-pay for 3 days of Inclement Weather Care/2-hour Late AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS Start or child must be already registered and paid for EdVenture Club AM care the morning of the 2-Hour Late Start. ISD 728 Community Education is proud to offer the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program, which combines 3-Day Fee: $27 first student; $24 additional student in family the best in swim instruction with an even stronger emphasis on drowning prevention and water safety - ideal for anyone who EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION! wants to enjoy the water safely, regardless of age, level, or skill. View available lessons online at www.728communityed.com. Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for EdVenture Club- Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled and/or Inclement Weather Care/2-hour Late Start at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR GUARANTEE INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE IS We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses NOVEMBER 1, 2019! and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 6

youth LADYBUG MUSIC CLASS ► AGE INFANT-5 CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS YEARS W/PARENT The Crescendo Music Program provides individual music lessons to This music class for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parent(s) students from Kindergarten through adulthood. Successfully running exposes families to wonderfully eclectic music in an environment that for over 20 years, we take the hassle and stress out of the student encourages participation and silliness through singing, instruments, experience by providing all of the necessary tools for high quality dance and more! Little ones will express themselves and discover their lessons at a reasonable price. We offer a well-rounded program creativity, linking their joy and excitement for music with a connection for musicians at any level. Our school-year program consists of to their parents/caregivers. A Ladybug Music CD and digital downloads approximately 30 half-hour private lessons meeting weekly from are included with the class. Additional siblings may attend at half price; mid-September through mid-May. Music is purchased for students siblings 6 months and under are free! as lessons progress. Performance opportunities and an end of the year recital are offered to showcase student achievement. Lessons Thursdays Sep 19-Nov 7* | 6 sessions | 5:30-6:10pm are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background-checked $99 1 child w/parent; $148.50 2 children w/parent; $198 3 children w/parent professionals. Private Lessons: $711 per school year payable in Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ladybug Music Staff | #YEMLADY01F19 monthly installments of $79. Instruments tentatively available: guitar, *Not meeting Oct 17, 31 percussion, piano, strings, voice, and ukulele. For additional program information and to complete an interest form visit https://www.isd728. CMOOONKTIHESD-EKCINODREARTGINAGRTPEANRTEYN►TRYAWGE/P1A2RENT org/Crescendo_Music. Use your creativity to decorate pre-purchased sugar cookies in our Mon-Thu Sep 12-May 21* | $711 or $79/month kitchen! You and your young culinary artist will enjoy all the learning Handke Center Music Room Door 5 experiences that come with mixing colors, using different textures, *Not meeting dates will be shared at registration shapes, and more! Plus, you will be taking home cookies to share or to eat yourselves! Please indicate the number of students attending from CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION ► GRADES K-8 your household by choosing the correct fee when registering; you will provide additional student name(s) at checkout. Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods including hand-building, coil, slab and wheel throwing - techniques Saturday Dec 7 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am that guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design $15 1 child; $25 2 children; $35 3 children; $45 4 children using various glazing options for the finishing touch. Projects can be Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY01F19 functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. PLEASE NOTE: grades K-4 The decision on whether a class will run is Wednesdays Sep 18-Nov 20 | 10 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $75 made 3-5 days before the class start date. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA01F19 Register Early to insure we don’t cancel Wednesdays Dec 4-Feb 19* | 10 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $75 a class you are hoping to take. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA02F19 *Not meeting Dec 25, Jan 1 grades 4-8 Wednesdays Sep 18-Nov 20 | 10 sessions | 6:15-7:15pm | $75 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB01F19 Wednesdays Dec 4-Feb 19* | 10 sessions | 6:15-7:15pm | $75 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB02F19 *Not meeting Dec 25, Jan 1 7 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth PRAIRIE FIRE THEATRE: BEAUTY AND THE EXPERIENCE THIS! BEAST ► AGE 7-16 JUNIOR ROBOTICS ► GRADES 1-5 Beauty and the Beast is the tale of an unjust prince, a gypsy curse and a young girl who sees beyond appearances. Be a part of presenting this Explore the world of robotics! Use LEGO® bricks to build an new twist on a classic tale full of adventure. alligator, a race car and more. Program your projects to chew, race, or make noises using drag-and-drop icon-based software. Mon-Sat Nov 11-16 | 4:30-8:45pm | $89 Have fun playing with and modifying your projects! LEGO® is a Elk River HS Little Theater Door H | #YATPFBB01F19 trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program. Rehearsals: Monday Nov 11 | 4:30-6:30pm* Fridays Nov 8-Dec 13* | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $65 Tue-Thu Nov 12-14 | 4:30-8:45pm Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 6C | Youth Enrichment League Staff *Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for program information. #YTSJRRO05F19 *Some cast members will stay until 8:30pm for rehearsal. *Not meeting Nov 22, 29 Performances*: CHESS CLUB ► GRADES 1-8 Friday Nov 15 | 7:30pm Saturday Nov 16 | 11:00am Amaze your friends and impress your opponents! Increase your IQ while *A third show may be added depending on the number of participants. having fun playing chess and competing for prizes. Learn from Twin Cities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching experience. This is an NEW! ENGINEERING: CRAZY ACTION excellent opportunity to develop or build your chess skills. CONTRAPTIONS ► GRADES K-3 grades 1-5 If you love LEGOs®, making things move, building and experimenting, Saturdays Sep 28-Nov 16 | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99 this class is for you! Learn about the engineering and science principles Handke Center Rm 113 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS101F19 behind simple machines. Work in teams to build models such as skittletops, a Trapdoor Cable Car Parachute Machine, rubber band grades 6-8 racers, a balloon-powered car and other crazy contraptions. Then Saturdays Sep 28-Nov 16 | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99 customize and improve them! Bring a drink and snack. Registration Handke Center Rm 113 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGHCHS201F19 deadline is Oct 23. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or JUST FOR KIDS! ► AGE 5-10 program. No parents allowed! These kids-only events are perfect for parents who Friday Nov 1 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $49 want to enjoy a night on their own. Students will have a fun evening with Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Tech Academy Staff | #YTSCONT01F19 our trained staff playing games in the gym, creating crafts based on the night's theme, and having a snack. Please note any food allergies when registering. View the Fall brochure online Mad Scientists (science experiments) at www.728communityed.com Friday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $19 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID01F19 or pick one up at your local school or business. Crazy for LEGOs® Friday Nov 8 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $19 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID02F19 Art Party Friday Dec 6 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $19 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID03F19 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 8

youth AFTER SCHOOL CRAFTIVITIES ► GRADES K-5 More than just making a craft, this series of three classes combines creating and fun activities with personal character development. Use your imagination as you explore a different value each month through inventive art. Celebrate the uniqueness in each person, explore kindness, positive decision making, and mindfulness and how important each of these are in your life every day. Parents/Guardians, please note: Please send permission to school informing staff that your student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school and be picked up promptly after class from EdVenture Club. TUTORING ► GRADES K-8 Mondays Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 9 | 3 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $49 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YAFCRFT01F19 ISD 728 Community Education partners with Academic All-Star Tutoring (AAST) to provide one-on-one tutoring sessions that are tailored to fit EXPERIENCE THIS! individual needs. Individual lessons encourage interactive learning and student success. Help your student gain confidence and take control of their academic performance in a fun, encouraging environment with trained and highly-skilled professionals. Please complete the online Tutoring Information Form at www.isd728.org/CE-Tutoring. Sep 3-Dec 31 $349-6 Sessions $495-9 Sessions $649-12 Sessions $939-18 Sessions SCHOOL OF FISH ON ICE ► GRADE 3+ FALL BASH ► GRADES 5-6 How can Minnesotans fish all year long? Ice fishing! Learn about finding Join your friends for a night of games, dancing or just hanging and catching fish in winter from pro angler Mike Frisch. Master the art of out! Concessions are available, so bring some spending money. tying a fishing knot and rig and use a slip-bobber setup. Plus, you'll go Student ID required at check-in. Parents, please do not drop off home with an ice rod and reel, tackle box with tackle, School of Fish On your child before 6:15pm, and be at the school by 8:30pm for pick- Ice full-color workbook, and a snack pack -- all valued at over $40! Most up. Drop off and pick up at Door T. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! importantly, you'll leave the class with the knowledge and skills to go ice Contact Gary Pioske at [email protected]. Free admission fishing. Bring a parent or grandparent along to class for free! and concession item for your student when you volunteer! This is a pre-registration only event. Registration deadline is Monday, Saturday Dec 7 | 1 session | 10:00am-12:30pm | $55 Nov 4. Handke Center Rm 113 Door 5 | Frisch | #YGFSICE01F19 ATTENTION! If attending an after school class, please Friday Nov 8 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $5 send permission to school informing staff Salk MS Commons Door T | #YVPBASH01F19 that your student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school and should be picked up from EdVenture Club promptly after the class ends. 9 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth BLIZZARD SKI & SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTION ► GRADES 2-12 Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven local snowsports areas, top quality adult instructors will teach you to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks! You provide your own food and gear (season-long discounts and rentals are available), they provide the rest! Saturdays Nov-Feb* | 12 sessions OR Sundays Jan-Feb | 8 sessions Bus Pick-up Location: Target (87th St NE, Otsego); times to be determined. *Not meeting Dec 28 HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ SuperMites | grades 2-3 Saturdays Dec 7-Feb 22* | 11 sessions | $499 Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility Sundays Jan 5-Feb 23 | 8 sessions | $449 to make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of severe weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend eight friends all day long. Learn more and more skills to conquer the hill! time asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should be SuperKyds | grades 4-5 aware of. Saturdays Dec 7-Feb 22* | 11 sessions | $499 Sundays Jan 5-Feb 23 | 8 sessions | $449 Saturday Sep 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $29 Make new friends with your same instructor and small group of ten Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YHHASHA01F19 friends all day long. Develop skills at your own level and master speed control, bumps, and jumps! Saturday Nov 16 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $29 Westwood Elem WE Media Door 1 | #YHHASHA03F19 Classic | grades 5-12 Saturdays Nov 30-Feb 22* | 12 sessions | $399 ZAP THE ACT ► GRADES 10-12 Sundays Jan 5-Feb 23 | 8 sessions | $299 Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced instructors during ACT test scores are widely used in college admissions and scholarship 4.5 hours of instruction with plenty of time to free ski or ride, too! decisions. In this workshop, students will learn strategies for improving in all four sub-tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the Teen Sampler Program | grades 7-12 actual testing experience and get suggestions for individualized study. Saturdays Nov 30-Dec 21 | $199 Seminars are designed to help students do their personal best on the Can't commit to an entire season or just wanting to learn? This ACT. A study guide and practice test workouts are included. Students shortened option is for you! should bring a calculator and two pencils. Team Blizzard | grades 5-12 Mon/Tue Sep 30 & Oct 1 | 2 sessions | 6:30-9:00pm | $94 Saturdays Nov 30-Feb 22* | 12 sessions | $549 Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Doorway To College Staff | #YACZACT02F19 Sundays Jan 5-Feb 23 | $449 Ski Racing or Snowboard Team instruction. Intermediate to expert skiers stir up some friendly competition as you learn strategies and tactics for racing. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL RECREATION Apprentice Program | grades 8-12 OPPORTUNITIES AND INFORMATION? Saturdays OR Sundays | $549 Have you thought about teaching? Completing this program could take City of Zimmerman you to famous ski sites around the world! 763.856.4666 www.zimmerman.govoffice.com TO REGISTER: Online at www.blizzardmn.com or 763-559-EDGE (3343). Mention code: EKR19. Fees: Fees noted above are for weekly instruction and are due at time of registration. In addition, there is a weekly trip fee of approximately $70 to cover round-trip bus transportation and lift ticket. This fee is due when you confirm your attendance for the week. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 10

youth OPEN GYM DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+ Open gym is a supervised recreation time for individuals to work on their Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start by completing skills in various sports, get a great workout and socialize with others who the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of Minnesota in our share an interest in athletics. Changes may be made to the schedule, interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind so always check before dropping a child off at the school. Youth under the Wheel training from our State-licensed and certified instructors. Students 11 must have a responsible adult in attendance. Open Gym is offered in must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. partnership with the City of Zimmerman. WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH Pay at the door: COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Adult: $5/day, $40/10-day pass or $75/20-day pass Student: $4/day, $30/10-day pass or $55/20-day pass »» Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years of Family: $12/day, $79/10-day pass or $150/20-day pass experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual students. all ages** Sundays Sep 29-May 10* | 4:00-6:00pm »» Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules. Zimmerman HS Gym Door 12 »» Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Apr 12 **Note: Youth under 11 must have a responsible adult in attendance. requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before they can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for ages 11-15 and families w/children of all ages Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.) Wednesdays Oct 2-May 13* | 7:00-8:30pm »» Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple times and Zimmerman HS Gym Door 12 locations throughout the year. *Not meeting Nov 27, Dec 25, Jan 1 Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction and grades 9-12 and adult are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised driving Wednesdays Oct 2-May 13* | 8:30-10:00pm log. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at least 50 hours Zimmerman HS Gym Door 12 of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a parent attends *Not meeting Nov 27, Dec 25, Jan 1 a parent class, the required number of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. Also, watch your email along with EXPERIENCE THIS! information sent home with your student, for important information regarding the Driving Log, the parent class and Behind the Wheel scheduling. ZIMMERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL WINTER SPORTS ► GRADES 7 & 8 Complete Training Package: $339 Payment plan available: $139 due at registration, $200 by last class Register online at: Classroom instruction only: $100 http://www.isd728.org/ZMS-MSSports-Registration Behind-the-Wheel training only: $280 (Call 763-241-3520 to register) Mon-Fri Nov 11-22 | 10 sessions | 3:00-6:00pm Zimmerman M/HS Rm 560 Door 1 | O'Connell | #YHDDRIV03F19 »» Basketball - Boys & Girls GUARANTEE »» Wrestling We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses Co-op Sports with Elk River High School and activities. If you are not satisfied with your »» Gymnastics experience, please contact the Community Education »» Hockey - Boys & Girls office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood »» Nordic Ski »» Swim & Dive - Boys Family Education office at 763.241.3524. Please note: A sports physical is required for participation.  Physical dates can be checked on Parent Portal under the Health Tab and are valid for three years. 11 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adult ISD 728 DRIVER EDUCATION INFO NIGHT FOR POTENTIAL STUDENTS Are you a teenager who is ready to drive? Getting a driver's license has changed in the last few years! Our state-licensed instructor will explain the process of taking a Driver's Education Course through ISD 728 Community Education including parent involvement, the permit and licensing process, and more. This class is for potential students and parents. It is a free class, but please pre-register. Tuesday Oct 29 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $0 Zimmerman M/HS Rm 560 Door 1 | O'Connell | #AHIINFO02F19 DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS WORKSHOP INFORMATION NIGHT Visualize your journey toward owning a home. Everyone's process is Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class different. Yours could take a short time or a long time, depending on your or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course goals, constraints, personal style, and the market in your area. Having a plan to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well will help you achieve your goals, even if you don't end up following it exactly. as lessons to help YOU be the best driving mentor you can be. Class is free, but please register. Tuesday Sep 17 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNFTHB01F19 Thursday Nov 21 | 1 session | 5:30-7:00pm | $0 Zimmerman M/HS Media Door 1 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN03F19 NEW! SELLING YOUR HOME INDOOR WALKING The iron is hot for home sellers right now! If you are considering selling your home, this class will help you get the most out of it. Learn about Here's your opportunity to get moving on a healthy activity! This current local market conditions, how to prepare your home to sell, is an individualized program where you set the pace. Participants marketing techniques, the importance of the initial list price, and real are welcome at any time during walking hours. We provide a safe, estate secrets to help you get top dollar. supervised route. Register for your preferred location, but walk at other sites! Sun/Mon/Tue/Thu Nov 3-Dec 19* | 24 sessions | 4:15-7:15pm | $49 Zimmerman M/HS Hallways Door 1 | #AFWWALK03F19 *Not meeting Nov 5, 25, 26, 28 MEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D Tuesday Sep 24 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNSYHM01F19 Is Medicare in your near future? Do you have questions about what it covers? If you plan to enroll within the next year, this class has answers for you. Monday Oct 14 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Zimmerman M/HS Media Door 1 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC01F19 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS View the Fall brochure online at www.728communityed.com Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible or pick one up at your weather related cancellations and other program local school or business. updates. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 12

adult ONLINE! GENERAL LEDGER AND MONTH END H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EXCEL) PROCEDURES Our H.O.P.E. program provides, events, activities and classes designed General ledgers are all about balance. In this online course, you'll specifically for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and learn how to post journal entries to the correct general ledger account, enables participants to have social, recreational and educational balance the ledger at the end of the month, find errors, make correcting opportunities and experiences. Programs include day-trips, cooking, and adjusting entries, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. This crafts, exercise, self-advocacy, personal care and independence, and course is included in the Bookkeeping Certificate course. making new friends. Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to participate in any of these activities; however, participants Oct 7-Nov 1 | Average hours 16 | $195 are asked to bring staff or family members if personal care assistance Online Only | deFonteny | #ATOLEDG01F19 is needed. Call us at 763-241-3520, or join our Facebook page (www. facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE) to get on our mailing list or to ONLINE! CLOSING PROCEDURES AND share ideas of what you’d like to see offered. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SPECIAL NEEDS FINANCIAL PLANNING BASICS Financial statements can help you measure performance, make improvements and set goals for your business, organization or home Financial planning for a loved one with special needs requires looking finances. Learn how to prepare these statements, close your books, at things from a different angle. Explore the basics of planning and how and get ready for the next accounting period. This course is included in it affects your ability to receive aid. Topics include investing, insurance, the Bookkeeping Certificate course. passing along assets, guardianship and special needs trusts. Nov 4-29 | Average hours 16 | $195 Thursday Oct 3 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Online Only | deFonteny | #ATOCLOS01F19 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #HNISNFP01F19 ONLINE CLASSES ADULT BASIC EDUCATION ISD 728 Community Education offers a wide variety of online Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with classes and certificates. Start your online training and add a basic skills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, new skill set to your resume today! Registering for a certificate Job preparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School program will automatically enroll you in the required courses Diploma. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. and save you money. Classes included in certificate programs can also be taken individually. ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way Learn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar, to learn. Millions of people are learning online each year. You listening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and will engage with the instructor and other participants. It’s easy. transitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. It’s fun. You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The content (readings, audio lectures, slides) and self quizzes are accessible for the entire course, so you can work ahead, or go back and review again, at your convenience. After you register, login information will be sent to your email three days prior to the start of class. You will have a password and use your email address and password to gain access. These pages highlight just a few of our online courses. Visit our online class website at http://www.yougotclass.org/catalog- complete.cfm/Elkriver to view all online courses offered. 13 Fall 2019 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

registration ONLINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD 728 FACILITY SCHEDULING www.728communityed.com Community Education Office Hours: q 763-241-3400 X5539 E [email protected] Secure registration 24 hrs/day using 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AmEx. 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day EDVENTURE CLUB q 763-241-3520 E [email protected] q 763-241-3544 In Person, Mail, or Drop Box E [email protected] Handke Center ECFE & DISCOVERY LEARNING ADULT BASIC EDUCATION 1170 Main St., Elk River 55330 ECFE Office Hours: q 763-241-3400 x5525 E [email protected] There is a 24-hour drop box by Door 5. 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day WEATHER CANCELLATIONS PHONE: FAX: q 763-241-3524 E [email protected] Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT 763.241.3520 763.241.3521 or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations LIVE CHAT EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING and other program updates. www.728communityed.com During office hours q 763-241-3525 E [email protected] Full Name________________________________________________________ DETAILS »» Some activities, supplies Email Address_____________________________________________________ or tickets are not refundable. (H) Phone______________________ (C) Phone_________________________ »» Make checks payable to: Home Address____________________________________________________ ISD 728 Community Education »» Adults are given priority for adult City__________________________________________ Zip________________ classes; ages 15-17 may register »» Participants must be the correct if space permits. If participant is a child: age and/or grade by the last day Birthdate­____________________________ Age____________ Grade_______ of class. »» We take photographs and Parent Names_____________________________________________________ videos to use in our marketing Emergency phone # & contact _______________________________________ »» Cancellations must be made materials. Notify us in writing if Health concerns: __________________________________________________ at least 3 business days prior you do not wish to have photos to activities. Refunds or credits or videos in our publications. Class Information cannot be given for forgotten Class Title___________________________________Class #_______________ classes. Class Date/Time____________________________________ Fee ___________ GUARANTEE Payment o Check o Cash o MasterCard/VISA/Discover/AmEx We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. Card #__________ -___________- ___________- ___________ Exp_________ If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact Signature ________________________________________________________ the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the Early Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2019 14

ISD 728 Community Education 1170 Main Street Elk River, MN 55330 EXPERIENCE MORE! REFERENDUM RONG SCHOO 2019 ST TIES ISD LS 728 STR  Student support  Class sizes ONG COM MUNI  Learning spaces  Classroom materials  building repairs 2,000 new students LEARN MORE! in the next 10 years www.isd728.org /728Strong www.728communityed.com