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table of contentsearly childhood Featured Class: Power Yogapages 2-3 Early Childhood Family Education Discovery Learning Preschool Little Learners • Parenting youth, K-12pages 4-9 Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics •Academics • Field Trips • CrescendoHigh School • Aquatics • Little LearnersSpecial Interestadult POWER YOGApages 10-13 Power Yoga is a dynamic Vinyasa series, meaning breath is linked to movement, and is set to music. Options are given throughoutFitness • Trips • Arts • General Interest class, making it ideal for anyone. Power Yoga will build strength,• Hobby • Finance • Health & Safety increase flexibility and find focus.• Parenting • Technology • AdultBasic Education • GED • English as a Mondays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 6:00-7:00pm | 6 sessionsSecond Language $35 Individual/$65 Pair Otsego Elem Music Rm Door 4 | Olson | #5102-1Wregistration *Not meeting Jan 23, 30 and Feb 20page 14 Mondays Mar 20-May 1* | 6:00-7:00pm | 6 sessions $35 Individual/$65 Pair Otsego Elem Music Rm Door 4 | Olson | #5102-2W *Not meeting Apr 17View the winter brochure our mission - online at - To build community through citizenwww.728communityed.com involvement and lifelong learning while or pick one up at your educating, inspiring and empoweringlocal school or business. ALL of our learners across ISD 728.1 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

etaabrlelyofcchoilndtheonotsdłłINFANTS ► AGE 0-12 MONTHS DROP IN PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTENHaving a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. Looking for something fun and interactive to do with your child? Drop inWe are here to support you in this amazing and exciting transition. at ECFE and play in one of the ECFE rooms, gym or playground (whenThese relaxing and informative classes are led by a parent educator available). First-come, first-served; space is limited to 25 total (adultsand offer discussions on development, schedules and feeding. Come and children). Family childcare providers must meet child-to-adult ratiosfor some uninterrupted time with your infant and an opportunity to meet for the children they bring. Save by purchasing a pass that can be usedother parents. This is a non-separating class. with Drop In Play or Saturday Morning Gym Time.Thursdays Jan 5-Mar 9 | 11:00am-12:00pm | 10 sessions | $0 Fee: $2.50/child without pass; $10/5-day passECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1 | #703-W Tuesdays Jan 3-Mar 7 | 9:30-11:00amłłINFANTS TO PRE-TODDLERS ► AGE 9-24 ECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1MONTHS łłLOVE AND LOGICEnjoy time with your growing toddler. Learning activities are designedfor children on the move to promote and stimulate learning, social Develop effective parenting skills with Love and Logic! The Love andskills, as well as language and motor development. Parent discussion Logic approach to parenting is built around the science of craftingwill include topics chosen by the group, as well as topics about your caring and respectful relationships. An authentic, loving connectiondeveloping child. This is a non-separating class. between parents and their children is the root of a healthy, thriving relationship built on trust and understanding. Join one of our parentMondays Jan 9-Mar 13* | 9:00-10:30am | 7 sessions | $49 educators and learn how to use positive tools to raise happy andECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1 | #705-W well-behaved children. This is an adult only class; childcare is available*Not meeting Jan 16, 30, Feb 20 on-site for our participants--you must pre-register for childcare.łłTODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS Tuesdays Jan 24-Feb 28 | 6:00-7:30pm | 6 sessions► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN $15 Individual/$20 Couple Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #781-WChildren learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in agrowth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physical PARENTING APARTand cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. Parents will discussways to support developmental milestones, ways to make learning fun For a variety of reasons, many children do not live in homes with bothand discipline techniques. This is a separating class. of their birth parents. In these situations, children often experience anger, sadness, guilt and grief. This class is in compliance with theThursdays Jan 5-Mar 9 | 9:00-10:30am | 10 sessions | $70 standards established by the Supreme Court for parent educationECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1 | #716-W programs.Thursdays Jan 5-Mar 9 | 6:00-7:30pm | 10 sessions | $70 Saturday Feb 4 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65ECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1 | #717-W Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA2Mondays Jan 9-Mar 13* | 10:45am-12:15pm | 7 sessions | $49 Saturday Apr 1 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65ECFE Rogers Rm 122 Door 1 | #715-W Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA4*Not meeting Jan 16, 30, Feb 20 Saturday Jun 3 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65PARTICIPANT CHILDCARE Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA6EdVenture Club-Program Participant Care is available Separating classes are classes where the parentsfor classes that have this icon next to the title; see page move to a different room for parent discussion and14 for fees and details on how to register for childcare. children remain in their classroom for activities. Non-separating classes are classes where the parent discussion is in the room with the children.2 2Fall 2015 • Register online at w76w3w-2.4712-83c5o2m0 m• uRneitgyeisdte.cr omnline• a7t6w3-w24w1.-732582c0ommunityed.com • Winter 2017

early childhoodBIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR “ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITSSUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME »» This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits »» BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers at the ECFE center. Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age- who are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement appropriate activities, as well as time to discuss children, family, because of negative behaviors. BIG works with parents, teachers ideas on child development, parenting and community resources. and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills. BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, emotional »» Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. health professionals and specialists to coordinate expertise and »» There is no fee for home visits. resources for success. YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT »» For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. OR PARENTING TEENS »» BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children’s Collaborative, a »» This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with part of Wright County Family Services Collaborative. information about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who EXPERIENCE THIS! may not be in school. Home visits are also available. This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community High School Valentine’ and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. Classes are held at the Handke Center 2.3.17 and are on-going during the school year. FUN FOR THE FAMILY »» For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your 5-8 pm school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High School. food • games • prizes • book fair & more! »» Classes are free. Handke Cente PARENTING SOLO - THE HARDEST JOB YOU'LL VALENTINE'S CARNIVAL EVER DO ALONE ► AGE BIRTH-GRADE 5 ► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN If you're parenting solo for any reason—military duty, work situations The annual Valentine's Carnival is here! Bring your family for a (distance, shifts), separation, divorce, loss of spouse or single night of fun. There will be games, prizes and activities for toddlers, parenting—you're welcome to attend! Bring your children and enjoy preschoolers and kindergarteners to enjoy! Don't miss the a meal together. Parents will meet together for parenting support and basket raffle and Scholastic Book Fair! Pizza dinner available for information while young children participate in early childhood activities. purchase. School age children will meet in another classroom for activities and support. Join at any time! Friday Feb 3 | 5:00-8:00pm | 1 session | Free Handke Center Door 5 Tuesdays Jan 3-Mar 7* | 6:00-8:00pm | 10 sessions | $0 Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #780-F *Not meeting Apr 11 »» 3 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthCRESCENDO YOUTH MUSIC KIDS AND CANVAS LITTLE SEAHORSE ► GRADES K-5The Crescendo Music Program, founded in 1991 provides individualmusic lessons to students of all ages -- school age through adult. Inspire your student’s inner artist - no painting skills required! Each artistSuccessfully running for over 25 years, we take the hassle and stress will paint an 11x14 stretched canvas masterpiece that everyone will love.out of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools for Please send permission to school informing staff that your student will behigh quality lessons at a reasonable price. From recruiting instructors staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school andto researching creative teaching methods, we deliver a pattern of receive a snack. All students will be picked up from EdVenture Club.consistency and continued growth to our students. Wednesday Mar 22 | 4:00-5:00pm | 1 session | $45Our instructors are highly qualified through education, training and Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | KidzArt | #2400-3Pexperience. They are passionate about music education and areactive, lifelong learners in their own profession. From cello to piano, KIDS AND CANVAS WINTER WONDERLANDbeginner to advanced, we offer a well-rounded wealth of talent to teach ► GRADES K-5musicians at any level. Inspire your student’s inner artist - no painting skills required! EachTo foster growth, we encourage students to commit to our year-long artist will paint an 11x14 stretched canvas masterpiece that everyoneprogram; however, registration is open year-round. Music is purchased will love. Please send permission to school informing staff that yourfor students as lessons progress. Performance opportunities and an student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Clubend-of-the-year recital are offered to showcase student achievement. after school and receive a snack. All students will be picked up fromLessons are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background- EdVenture Club.checked professionals. Thursday Feb 9 | 4:00-5:00pm | 1 session | $45INSTRUMENTS AVAILABLE: Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | KidzArt | #2400-4WFlute | Guitar | Percussion | Piano | Strings | Voice | Ukulele NEW! DUCT TAPE DESIGNS - PURSES, WALLETS AND BAGS ► GRADES 6-8Private Lessons: $75/month Grab your friends and stay after school to create purses, wallets, bagsFor additional program information and to complete an interest form or phone cases out of colorful duct tape! We provide the tape and basicvisit www.728crescendomusic.org. templates, you provide the imagination. You will be able to make two or three projects for yourself, or to give as gifts. Bring a snack. Tuesday Feb 14 | 3:15-5:00pm | 1 session | $10 Rogers MS Cafeteria Door A | #4035-3W PLEASE NOTE: The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date.Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take.763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter 2017 4

youth EDVENTURE CLUB EDVENTURE CLUB - NON-SCHOOL DAYS ► GRADES K-5 ► GRADES K-5CONVENIENT FUN Fun enrichment activities and outings are offered on days that school is AFFORDABLE not in session for grades K-5. Students are divided by grade levels for the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education,SAFE BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring CARE a bag lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. These activities, held 9:00am-3:00pm, are planned in a day Morning Program: camp format. Extended hours are available; the sites are open 6:00am- Students attend between 6:00am and school 6:00pm. When registering, please include the course number as well as starting time Monday through Friday. A variety the site/time preference listed below. For example: to register for “Young of games, cards, gym time, playground, and Inventors” at Otsego Elem for 9:00am-3:00pm, your course number other choices are available. Enrichment would be #6019-13W. Please note: In the event of low or high enrollment,activities are planned up to 3 times per week. Snack and juice are sites may be combined or additional sites opened.provided daily.Afternoon Program: NON-SCHOOL DAY SITES/TIMES:Students can attend after school until 6:00pm Monday-Friday. Eachday includes enrichment activities as well as a snack and juice. See -13F or W Otsego Elem, Door 4 9:00am-3:00pmschedule at your site for weekly activities. 6:00am-6:00pm -14F or W Otsego Elem, Door 4 Easy Online Registration!: FEESSecure your child’s spot TODAY! Register online atwww.728communityed.com (Click on the EdVenture Club tab). 9:00am-3:00pm | $30/first child; $26 additional child(ren) in family 6:00am-6:00pm | $40/first child; $34 additional child(ren) in family OTSEGO AREA SCHOOLS6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm OVER IN THE JUNGLE1 day/week $16 1 day/week $18 Discover the many layers of the rainforest: from down below, in the Understory layer, where we will have fun jumping like frogs, to the2 days/week $25 2 days/week $30 highest layer, the Emergent, where we will create bold, beautiful bird wings.3 days/week $32 3 days/week $36 Tuesday Dec 27 | 1 session | #6013-F4 days/week $38 4 days/week $425 days/week $44 5 days/week $48Sibling Discount THE BIG FREEZE!Additional students in a family profile will receive a 10% discount. Learn what it is like to live in the cold. Bring your outside gear to keepLocations warm! • Otsego Elementary, Otsego Wednesday Dec 28 | 1 session | #6014-F FOUR SEASONS Keep your eyes on the sky! In this class we’ll learn some interesting facts about and the types of weather in each of our seasons. Thursday Dec 29 | 1 session | #6015-F View the winter brochure NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION - online at - We’ll ring in 2017 with our own New Year’s party! We’ll make www.728communityed.com decorations, party favors, and a special snack, and play some fun new or pick one up at your games. local school or business. Friday Dec 30 | 1 session | #6016-F ALL AROUND THE WORLD Students will explore remarkable destinations and meet children like themselves from around the world. Monday Jan 16 | 1 session | #6017-W5 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthGLOW WITH IT! PRAIRIE FIRE THEATER: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK ► AGE 7-16Students will be making neon projects and playing games with glowsticks. Wear your favorite neon colors. It has been said that long ago there were separate worlds connectedMonday Jan 30 | 1 session | #6018-W by a mystical beanstalk. Join us on this classic tale as we follow Jack and his sister Jessie as they adventure up the beanstalk through theYOUNG INVENTORS worlds of “Orchestrania,” where all the people sing; “Featherville,” whose inhabitants are most fowl; and “Giantland,” where they meetAn inventor? Who, me? Come investigate the creative process. mischievous trolls and, of course, “The Big Guy.” Will Jack and JessieMonday Feb 20 | 1 session | #6019-W save their village? Will the treasures be returned to their rightful worlds? Is the Giant a vegetarian? Find out in this un“bean”lievableDAY WITH THE DINOSAURS tale. Please confirm your email address during registration as program communications are sent electronically. Note: No refund will be given toSpend the day meeting and creating some special friends that roamed any participant who auditions, receives a part and then withdraws fromthe earth a very long time ago. the production.Friday Mar 10 | 1 session | #6020-W Mon-Sat Feb 27-Mar 4 | $65 | #2200-1WSCIENCE EXPERIMENTS Elk River HS Little Theater Door HCan you make pepper jump? How about scare it away? We will try Auditions: Monday Feb 27 | 4:30-6:30pmsome fun and amazing experiments! Some cast members may stay until 8:30pm on audition nightThursday Mar 16 | 1 session | #6021-W for rehearsal. Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for program information.GREEN SCIENCE Rehearsals: Tue-Thu Feb 28-Mar 2 | 4:30-8:45pmIt’s St. Patrick’s Day! What kind of ‘green’ science and activities will yoube able to brew up? Performances:Friday Mar 17 | 1 session | #6022-W Friday Mar 3 | 7:30pm Saturday Mar 4 | 11:00am EXPERIENCE THIS! A third show may be added depending on number of participants. AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS ISD 728 Community Education is proud to offer the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program, which combines the best in swim instruction with an even stronger emphasis on drown- ing prevention and water safety - ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy the water safely, regardless of age, level, or skill.763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter 2017 6

youthHOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ ADVANCED MINECRAFT: USING MODS, REDSTONE AND TEXTURES ► GRADES 4-8Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibilityto make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as Minecraft offers an amazing world of endless possibilities limited onlysevere weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend by your imagination. Intermediate and advanced Minecrafters will learntime asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to how to expand their world’s abilities using popular game-enhancingavoid boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should mods. Learn more about Redstone, from basic mining and logic circuitsbe aware of. Please send permission to school informing staff that your to more advanced circuits. Participate in building challenges. Buildstudent will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club traps, arrow launchers, faster rail systems and more. Please bring aafter school and receive a snack. Dinner is not provided. lunch and beverage.Thursday Jan 12 | 4:00-7:00pm | 1 session | $39 Saturday Mar 18 | 9:00am-12:00pm | 1 session | $65Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | Sandvig | #2600-2W Rogers MS Rm 562 Door A | Computer Explorers | #2900-8WBABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ MINECRAFT GAME DESIGNER ► GRADES 1-5New to babysitting or looking for ways to polish your skills? Gain the Don't just play Minecraft -- turn it into a visual learning tool! Studentsknowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop safe,fun will learn basic game design skills and advanced Minecraft featuresand educational activities, while focusing on preventing accidents, while they collaborate to build Adventure maps. This class emphasizeslearning to care for children of various ages, and taking care of yourself. creativity, exploration and cooperative learning experiences. StudentsBring a bag lunch. will be able to take their custom worlds home on a flash drive and will be able to continue to develop these worlds on their home computers.Saturday Mar 25 | 9:00am-4:00pm | 1 session | $59Rogers Elem Rm A103 Art Door 1 | Peterson | #2500-1P Saturday Jan 14 | 9:00am-12:00pm | 1 session | $65 Rogers MS Rm 562 Door A | Computer Explorers | #2900-1WBAKER’S CHOICE - ONE SMART COOKIE!► GRADES 6-8 WEDO ROBOTIC ENGINEERING ► GRADES 1-4If you love to bake, stay after school for an afternoon of cookie Make science come to life! Powered by the LEGO® Wedo systemscreations. Make some classic favorites, as well as some that may be and software, students working in pairs will explore the exciting worldnew to you. At the end of class you will take home a variety of purely of robotics to learn programming skill, engineering concepts and thedelicious cookies to share with your family. Bring a snack. Please alert names of robot components. Your student will build LEGO® modelsus of food allergies; we will be preparing cookies that may contain featuring working motors, tilt sensors, motion detectors and the LEGO®peanut butter, nuts, milk and other common food allergens. USB Robotics Hub.Tuesday Mar 28 | 3:15-5:00pm | 1 session | $15 Saturday Feb 18 | 9:00am-12:00pm | 1 session | $65Rogers MS Rm 561 Door A | #4035-13P Rogers MS Rm 562 Door A | Computer Explorers | #2900-5WMY LITTLE HORSE CAMP LOCATIONS► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT Boulder Pointe Equestrian CenterThis parent/child camp will feature horse safety, learning and fun! 6612 189th Lane NW, NowthenSpend the morning learning different horse breeds, colors and sizes.Participants will help feed, care for and groom the horses of BoulderPointe. Bring your camera to snap photos during pony rides to concludethe class. Class fee includes parent and child. Proper attire includessneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers,depending on weather. Bring bug spray and sunscreen (if applicable),and a water bottle. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided.Saturday Mar 4 | 9:00-11:00am | 1 session | $49Boulder Pointe Ranch Nowthen | #2707-5P7 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth EXPERIENCE THIS! SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIP - WILD MOUNTAIN ► GRADES 6-12CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR► GRADES 6-12 You've got the day off of school! Hit the slopes with your friends and enjoy a winter playground at Wild Mountain with its mix of terrain forHave you wondered what direction you want to take in life after all levels, novice to expert. Choose the package that suits your needs.high school? The Career Exploration Fair can help you discover Bring bag dinner from home or money for concessions. No schoolcareer options and point you in the right direction! You will be access upon return.able to gather information and talk with professionals in a varietyof fields including education, science and engineering, parks Fee Options:and recreation, public services, health care, large and small $55 Lift Onlybusinesses, military, technology, law enforcement, marketing $65 Lift & Ski Rentaland communications, finance, accounting, law, transportation $69 Lift & Snowboard Rentaland more. You can also get information on job shadowingopportunities. Admission is free, please RSVP at www.ISD728. Monday Feb 20 | 8:30am-5:15pm | 1 sessionorg/career-fair-2017 Rogers MS North Parking Lot | #6339-1WSaturday Mar 11 | 9:00am-12:00pm | 1 session | $0Handke Center Gym Door 5 MS SKI/SNOWBOARD CLUB - 3 TRIPS ► GRADES 6-8 Join your friends on the slopes of Powder Ridge. This club is great for skiing or snowboarding enthusiasts. Program allows for one make- up day; if you attend each of your scheduled days, the make-up day becomes a bonus (four days for the price of three). Bring bag dinner from home or money for concessions. No school access upon return. Fee Options $149 Lift Only $169 Lift & Helmet $175 Lift & Ski Rental $195 Lift, Ski Rental & Helmet $225 Lift & Snowboard Rental $245 Lift, Snowboard Rental & Helmet Tuesdays Jan 10-31 | 3:30-9:30pm | 3 sessions Rogers MS Door A | #3250-11WZAP THE ACT ► GRADES 10-12 WEATHER CANCELLATIONSACT test scores are widely used in college admissions and scholarship Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERTdecisions. In this workshop, students will learn strategies for improving or check online at www.728communityed.comin all four sub-tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the for possible inclement weather cancellations ofactual testing experience, and get suggestions for individualized study. activities or late return time from outings.Seminars are carefully designed to help students do their personal beston the ACT. From past experience, students who take this workshopscore higher on the ACT. A study guide and practice tests are included.Students should bring a calculator and two pencils.Mon/Tue Mar 27 & 28 | 6:30-9:00pm | 2 sessions | $89Rogers HS Media Door I | #3590-1P763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter 2017 8

youthMS SKI/SNOWBOARD CLUB - 5 TRIPS DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+► GRADES 6-8 Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? StartJoin your friends skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Powder by completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by theRidge! Program allows for one make-up day; if you attend each of your State of Minnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once youscheduled days the make-up day becomes a bonus (six days for the have your permit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-price of five). Bring bag dinner from home or money for concessions. licensed and certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by theNo school access upon return. last day of classroom instruction.Fee Options: WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH$225 Lift Only COMMUNITY EDUCATION?$255 Lift & Helmet Rental$299 Lift & Ski Rental »» Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years$329 Lift, Ski Rental & Helmet of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to$325 Lift & Snowboard Rental teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual$355 Lift, Snowboard Rental & Helmet students.Tuesdays Dec 20-Jan 31* | 3:30-9:30pm | 5 sessions »» Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules.Rogers MS Door A | #3250-1W »» Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law*Not meeting Dec 27 requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before theyHS SKI/SNOWBOARD CLUB ► GRADES 9-12 can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.)Spend Friday nights with your friends and enjoy a winter playground »» Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple timesat Wild Mountain with its mix of terrain for all levels, novice to expert. and locations throughout the year.Choose the package that suits your needs. Bring a bag dinner or moneyto purchase food. No school access upon return. Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction and are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervisedFee Options: driving log. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at$225 Lift Only least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a$240 Lift & Helmet parent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving$300 Lift & Ski Rental hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. Watch for Driving$315 Lift, Ski Rental & Helmet Log Instructions during the classroom instruction.$310 Lift & Snowboard Rental$325 Lift, Snowboard Rental & Helmet Parents: Watch your email, as well as items sent home with your student, for important information regarding the Parent Class and Behind theFridays Jan 27-Feb 24 | 2:30-11:15pm | 5 sessions Wheel scheduling. Registration is not required to attend a Parent Class,Rogers HS Bus (East) Parking Lot | #3251-1W but please RSVP by contacting Community Education at (763) 241-3520. Complete Training Package: $339 Payment plan available: $139 due at registration, $200 by last class Classroom instruction only: $100 Behind-the-Wheel training only: $280 (Call 763-241-3520 to register) Mon-Fri Feb 6-17 | 2:45-5:45pm | 10 sessions Rogers HS Rm B103 Door I | Hudson | #3895-2W Mon-Thu Mar 21-Apr 5* | 3:00-6:00pm | 10 sessions Rogers HS Rm B103 Door I | Hudson | #3895-1P *Class starts on Tuesday Mar 21 GUARANTEE We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the Early Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524.9 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultBODY SCULPTING WINE AND CANVAS ► SPRING BLOOMSAn easy-to-follow class for all fitness levels! Strengthen and tone your Inspire your inner artist - NO painting skills required! Socialize andentire body using controlled movements and a variety of equipment sip wine as instructor Ericka guides you step-by-step to create yourincluding the body bar, dumbbells, ball, resistance bands and more. personal work of art.Check in at front desk. Monday Mar 13 | 6:00-8:00pm | 1 session | $35Saturdays Feb 4-Mar 11 | 9:00-10:00am | 6 sessions POUR Otsego | BeeArtsy | #8700-4W$35 Individual/$65 PairThree Rivers Fitness | #5105-2W WINE TASTING ► PINOT NOIRBODYPUMP Take your love of wine to the next level as we showcase different regional wines from across the world. A POUR wine expert will lead youBodyPump® is for anyone looking to get lean, toned and fit – fast. through a regional education and tasting about the featured selection.Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BodyPump® Class meets at POUR, 15704 90th Street NE, Otsego.gives you a total body workout. Check in at front desk. Monday Dec 12 | 6:00-6:45pm | 1 session | $15Thursdays Feb 2-Mar 9 | 9:30-10:25am | 6 sessions POUR Otsego | #8700-1W$35 Individual/$65 PairThree Rivers Fitness | #5105-1W THE CRESCENDO MUSIC PROGRAMPOWER YOGA We take the hassle and stress out of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools for high quality lessons at aPower Yoga is a dynamic Vinyasa series, meaning breath is linked to reasonable price.Our instructors are trained, background-checkedmovement, and is set to music. Options are given throughout class, professionals and highly qualified through education, trainingmaking it ideal for anyone. Power Yoga will build strength, increase and experience. They are passionate about music education andflexibility and find focus. are active, lifelong learners in their own profession. For additional program information and to complete an interest form visitMondays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 6:00-7:00pm | 6 sessions www.728crescendomusic.org.$35 Individual/$65 PairOtsego Elem Music Rm Door 4 | Olson | #5102-1W*Not meeting Jan 23, 30 and Feb 20Mondays Mar 20-May 1* | 6:00-7:00pm | 6 sessions$35 Individual/$65 PairOtsego Elem Music Rm Door 4 | Olson | #5102-2W*Not meeting Apr 17 LOCATIONS Three Rivers Fitness 9201 Quaday Avenue NE, Otsego POUR 15704 90th St NE, Otsego763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter 2017 10

adultDOG OBEDIENCE ► BASIC łłLOVE AND LOGICLearn the basics of on-leash obedience, including commands such Develop effective parenting skills with Love and Logic! The Love andas heel, sit, down, come, stand and stay. Handlers will learn to give Logic approach to parenting is built around the science of craftingcommands and use praise to reward proper behavior. Fee is per dog. caring and respectful relationships. An authentic, loving connectionPuppy must be at least three months old and have begun their shot between parents and their children is the root of a healthy, thrivingseries. Bring a leash and dog treats. relationship built on trust and understanding. Join one of our parent educators and learn how to use positive tools to raise happy andMondays Jan 16-Feb 27* | 6:30-7:30pm | 5 sessions | $75 well-behaved children. This is an adult only class; childcare is availableHandke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Mahr | #8100-1W on-site for our participants--you must pre-register for childcare.*Not meeting Jan 23, Feb 13 Tuesdays Jan 24-Feb 28 | 6:00-7:30pm | 6 sessionsJAMES C. CHURCH WORLD WAR II HISTORY $15 Individual/$20 CoupleASMEREIREISC►ANSGFOIGFHOTRINBGROOKNET: WJAOPAFNREOSNETS Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #781-WWhen America entered World War II, all persons of Japanese ancestry PARENTING SOLO - THE HARDEST JOB YOU'LLwho were serving in the military were discharged. The United States EVER DO ALONE ► AGE BIRTH-GRADE 5rounded up 120,000 Japanese citizens and placed them in prisoncamps in remote locations. Yet, when asked to volunteer to serve in a If you're parenting solo for any reason—military duty, work situationssegregated unit, thousands of them stepped up and became the most (distance, shifts), separation, divorce, loss of spouse or singledecorated unit in military history for their time and length of service. parenting—you're welcome to attend! Bring your children and enjoy a meal together. Parents will meet together for parenting support andSunday Mar 5 | 1:30-3:00pm | 1 session | $9 Individual/$15 Pair/$2 Student information while young children participate in early childhood activities.Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sudo | #8126-1W School age children will meet in another classroom for activities and support. Join at any time!PARENTING APART Tuesdays Jan 3-Mar 7* | 6:00-8:00pm | 10 sessions | $0For a variety of reasons, many children do not live in homes with both Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #780-Fof their birth parents. In these situations, children often experience *Not meeting Apr 11anger, sadness, guilt and grief. This class is in compliance with thestandards established by the Supreme Court for parent educationprograms.Saturday Feb 4 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA2Saturday Apr 1 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA4Saturday Jun 3 | 8:00am-4:30pm | 1 session | $65Handke Center Community Rm Door 5 | #PA6PARTICIPANT CHILDCARE PLEASE NOTE:EdVenture Club-Program Participant Care is available The decision on whether a class will run isfor classes that have this icon next to the title; see page made 3-5 days before the class start date.14 for fees and details on how to register for childcare. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take.11 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultMEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 2: FORMULAS AND FUNCTIONS BASICSWill you be going on Medicare within the next year? Do you havequestions about Medicare and what it covers? Get your Medicare Are you ready to move on from Part 1? Part 2 teaches you the fourquestions answered here! steps to a formula, the six steps to a function, math operators and order of operation. We'll also focus on relative referencing, absoluteTuesday Feb 7 | 6:00-7:30pm | 1 session | $9 Individual/$15 Couple referencing and how to do functions such as sum, average, minimum,Rogers MS Media Door A | #8064-4W maximum and count.SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING Tuesday Jan 24 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 Pair Rogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-2WThe decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impacton the total amount of benefits they receive in their lifetime. To help MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 3: PRINTING OPTIONSbetter understand the Social Security system, this workshop will cover AND GRAPHSdeciding when to apply for benefits, when to delay benefits, checkingyour earnings record for accuracy, estimating benefits, minimizing taxes Congratulations! You have made it to Part 3. Now it is time to learnon benefits and coordinating Social Security with your other sources of about print settings, page setup and orientation, print titles and printretirement income and your spouse's benefits. area. In addition, you will learn how to use Excel as a database, sort and filter items, and create subtotals, charts and graphs.Tuesday Jan 17 | 6:30-8:00pm | 1 session | $9 Individual/$15 CoupleRogers MS Media Door A | #8064-1W Tuesday Jan 31 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 Pair Rogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-3WCREATING SURVEYS WITH GOOGLE FORMS MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 4: ADVANCED TOPICSLearn how to create and analyze surveys in your web browser; nospecial software required. Even better, multiple people can work Are you an experienced Excel user who is ready for some advancedon the same project at the same time and every change is saved tips and techniques? This class will focus on advanced pictureautomatically. settings, adding comments, sharing options, document properties, drop caps, protecting a document using a password, and creatingWednesday Feb 15 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 Pair templates and forms.Rogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-11W Tuesday Feb 7 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 PairDISCOVER CHROME APPS AND EXTENSIONS Rogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-9WWe will explore apps and extensions that extend the functionality of the ISD 728 Community Education partners with ed2go to offer onlineChrome Browser and learn how to customize it to meet the needs of classes, making lifelong learning opportunities available to you fromall users. We will explore organization, reading, writing, screen readers the comfort of your home.and more. ed2go is a leader in online learning for adults. They provide theWednesday Jan 25 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 Pair highest-quality online continuing education courses that areRogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-4W affordable through a network of more than 2,100 top colleges and universitites. Instructors are top professionals in their field.MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 1: ENVIRONMENT,TERMINOLOGY, FORMATTING For more information, view classes, schedules and register go to www.ed2go.com/728commed-pro.Come along on this tour of the Excel environment and learn about basicspreadsheet terminology, how to make a basic worksheet and insertvalues and labels. You'll also learn how to modify an Excel Worksheet,add rows and columns, find and replace items, format cells, and more.It's time to get started!Tuesday Jan 17 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 PairRogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-1W763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter 2017 12

adult H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EXCEL) Our H.O.P.E. program provides, events, activities and classes designed specifically for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and enables participants to have social, recreational and educational opportunities and experiences. Programs include day-trips, cooking, crafts, exercise, self- advocacy, personal care and independence, and making new friends. Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to participate in any of these activities; however, participants are asked to bring staff or family members if personal care assistance 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 share ideas of what you’d like to see offered.ORGANIZING WITH GOOGLE CALENDAR ADULT BASIC EDUCATIONDoes saving time and getting organized sound good to you? This class Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with basicwill show you how with Google Calendar. skills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, Job preparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School Diploma. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525.Wednesday Feb 8 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 Pair ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)Rogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-5W Learn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar,WORKING WITH GOOGLE DOCS listening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and transitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525.Learn to work more efficiently using Google Docs, Google Sheetsand Google Presentations. You'll get an overview of these three tools, EXPERIENCE THIS!basics in each program and using Google Drive to store your files. Basiccomputer experience is necessary.Wednesday Feb 1 | 6:30-8:30pm | 1 session | $25 Individual/$45 PairRogers MS Computer Lab Door A | #8010-12WView the winter brochure online CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR VENDORS at www.728communityed.com or pick one up at your We are looking for Career Vendors! If you are interested in sharing local school or business. your career path please contact us: rebecca.hanson@isd728.org or kristi.hagen@isd728.org. Saturday Mar 11 | 9:00am-12:00pm | 1 session | $0 Handke Center Gym Door 513 Winter 2017 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

tabrele gof icstorantieonntsONLINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD 728 FACILITY SCHEDULINGwww.728communityed.com Community Education Office Hours: q 763-3400 X5539Secure registration 24 hrs/day using 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours E facilities@isd728.orgVisa, MasterCard, Discover or AmEx. 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day q 763-241-3520 EDVENTURE CLUBIN PERSON, MAIL, E communityed@isd728.orgOR DROP BOX q 763-241-3544 ECFE & DISCOVERY LEARNING E edventureclub@isd728.orgHandke Center1170 Main St., Elk River 55330 ECFE Office Hours: ADULT BASIC EDUCATIONThere is a 24-hour drop box. 8:00am-4:30pm, Year Round q 763-241-3524 q 763-241-3400 x5525PHONE: FAX: E ecfe@isd728.org E pamela.moriarity@isd728.org763.241.3520 763.241.3521 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING WEATHER CANCELLATIONS q 763-241-3525 For cancellations due to weather, follow our E laura.orwoll@isd728.org Twitter feed @CE728ALERT or visit our website at www.728communityed.com. Cancellations are made one hour before start time.Full Name________________________________________________________ DETAILS »» Some activities, suppliesEmail 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 adultCity__________________________________________ 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 dayBirthdate_­ ___________________________ Age____________ Grade_______ of class. »» We take photographs to use inParent Names_____________________________________________________ our marketing materials. NotifyEmergency phone # & contact _______________________________________ »» Cancellations must be made us in writing if you do not wish toHealth concerns: __________________________________________________ at least 3 business days prior have photos in our publications. to activities. Refunds or creditsClass Information cannot be given for forgottenClass Title___________________________________Class #_______________ classes.Class Date/Time____________________________________ Fee ___________ EDVENTURE CLUB-PROGRAM PARTICIPANT CAREPaymento Check o Cash o MasterCard/VISA/Discover/AmEx EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children of programCard #__________ -___________- ___________- ___________ Exp_________ participants for selected classes. This program is supervised by EdVentureSignature ________________________________________________________ Club staff specifically trained in Early Childhood and School Age best practices. Be sure to register one week in advance of your class’s scheduled start date. FEES First Child - $4, Additional Children - $2.50 (Additional fees will apply if the care is needed for longer than a 2-hour period) GUARANTEE HOW DO I REGISTER? We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses Call 763-241-3400 ext. 5528, visit http://tinyurl.com/EdVPPC or email and activities. If you are not satisfied with your wendy.mitchell@isd728.org. Registration must be done one week prior toexperience, please contact the Community Education the scheduled program. office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Care is available for classes that have the Program Participant Family Education office at 763.241.3524. Care program icon next to the class title.2 14Fall 2015 • Register online at w76w3w-2.4712-83c5o2m0 m• uRneitgyeisdte.cr omnline• a7t6w3-w24w1.-732582c0ommunityed.com • Winter 2017

ISD 728 Community Education1170 Main StreetElk River, MN 55330EXPERIENCE MORE!CEAXPRLOEREATRION FAIR3.11.17 9 a.m - 12 p.m. Handke Center – 1170 Main St., Elk River, MN FREE ADMISSION GIVE-A-WAYS Pre-register online! Visit www.isd728.org/career-fair-2017 »www.728communityed.com 763.241.3520 FOR STUDENTS TO EXPLORE CAREER OPTIONS! Take part in break-out sessions & find information on job shadowing opportunities.Talk 1-on-1 with representatives from many career areas including: Schools » Community Education » Science& Engineering » Parks & Recreation » Public Services » Health Care » Large Businesses » Small BusinessesMilitary » Technology » Marketing & Communications » Finance » Law » Transportation » & MORE!www.728communityed.com