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IN THIS ISSUE YOUTH K-12 ADULT 34 EdVenture Club-Before/After School Childcare 35 EdVenture Club-Non School Days 4 Fitness 36 Swim Lessons 6 Health | Safety 40 Little Learners 9 Parenting 41 Visual & Performing Arts 10 Arts 45 Academics 10 Home & Hobby 47 Special Interests 12 Culinary 48 Athletics 15 Special Interest 48 High School 18 Finance 49 Driver's Education 19 Technology 20 Workplace ROGERS RECREATION 23 H.O.P. E. Adults w/ Developmental Disabilities 24 Adult Basic Education & GED 50 Youth 25 English as a Second Language (ESL) 54 All Ages 54 Learn-to-Skate AQUATICS REGISTRATION 36 Swim Lessons 39 Activities 33 ECFE Sliding Fee Scale | Registration Info 57 Advertisements EARLY CHILDHOOD 58 Registration | Contact Us 59 Facility Locations 26 Early Childhood Family Education 29 Parenting 30 Discovery Learning Preschool 30 Early Childhood Screening 31 EdVenture Club-Preschool Childcare 33 2021-2022 Sliding Fee Scale 36 Swim Lessons 40 Little Learners 2 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

WELCOME pg 45 WHAT'S NEW WITH COMMUNITY ED? LAUGH & LEARN: SERIES 2 ► GRADES 2-5 A continuation of our popular after school kid-style self-help classes! We'll meet once a month to laugh and learn together about realistic topics that you deal with in the world today! »  February: Step Back from Frustration - How to Take the Grrr Out of Anger »  March: Coasting Casey - How to Bust Boredom in School »  April: Protecting the Planet - a Guide to Earth Day »  May: Be Positive, Stand Tall - Let's Talk about Optimism NEW ONLINE! A PARENT'S GUIDE TO TIKTOK CLASS Let's look at the fastest-growing social media app used by millions each day. Learn how it's used and how parents can make it safer for their kids. We'll cover everything you need to know as TikTok pg 9 changes the future of social media. Our 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. Our Mission ISD 728 Community Education is dedicated to building community through citizen involvement and lifelong learning while educating, inspiring and empowering ALL of our learners across ISD 728. Suggest a Class! Visit www.isd728.org/CEclassidea and fill out a short form to share your class idea with us! 728CEadult • 728CEyouth ECFE728 • CE728ALERT 728communityed 728ECFE • CommunityEd.HOPE Communityed728 3

ADULTS FITNESS EXPERIENCE BETTER HEALTH NENWATAUCRTEIVITIES MORE ENERGY ONLINE! ABDOMINAL STRENGTHENERS THAT NEW! CHAKRA YOGA WON'T MAKE YOU GET ON THE FLOOR In this seven-week series, you will learn how to use yoga's principles Abdominal muscles can weaken and lose shape for a variety of reasons and practices to awaken the subtle inner body of energy and connect including sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary, or poor posture. with your highest self. You will be guided through practices that open Examine a series of extremely effective exercises that will quickly and activate each chakra through postures, breathing practices, strengthen all four layers of abdominal muscle, without stressing your mudras, mantras, and yoga philosophy. This series is great for all levels back or neck joints and without having to get on the floor. Learn a more of yogis. Please bring your own yoga mat and blocks. effective way to strengthen your abdominals, re-shape your waistline, and prevent/relieve lower back discomfort. An email with online meeting Saturdays Jan 8-Feb 26* | 7 sessions | 9:00-10:00am | $89 information will be sent prior to class. Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Riewer | #AFYCKRA01W22 *Not meeting Feb 5 Thursday Feb 17 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AFEABST01W22 Saturdays Mar 5-Apr 16 | 7 sessions | 9:00-10:00am | $89 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Riewer | #AFYCKRA02W22 AIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYOND NEW! INTRODUCTION TO FENCING ► AGE 16+ Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournaments or competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline through En Garde! Discover the thrilling sport of Fencing! Learn new skills and hand-to-hand, sword, and staff techniques, and is for people of all basic techniques, and train to compete! During the 7-week course, abilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studied in emphasize will be on blade work, footwork, and balance. Explore all Japan, and who teaches people from all over the globe. three weapons -- epee, saber, and foil. All materials and a team t-shirt will be provided. Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. Thursdays Dec 30-Feb 24* | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01W22 Mondays Mar 28-May 9 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $85 *Not meeting Jan 13 Salk MS Gym Door U | Minnesota Sword Play | #AFFFNCG01P22 Thursdays Mar 3-Apr 21 | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02W22 Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership Thursdays Apr 28-May 26 | 5 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $55 fees! Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01P22 Pay at the door: $5/day or $40/10-day pass BALLROOM DANCING 2.0 Sundays Jan 9-May 22* | 7:30-9:00pm Whether it is your first-time taking dance lessons, or you've taken VandenBerge MS Pool Door M Deanna's classes before, you'll learn new, exciting steps each week! *Not available Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 17, May 8 Practice in class to popular party and wedding dance songs. Have a fun-filled weekly date, dancing exclusively with your own partner. You're GUARANTEE sure to have some laughs learning to dance together, and lessons will build your confidence for dancing in front of others! We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your Thursdays Feb 17-Mar 10 | 4 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $65 per person experience, please contact the Community Education Rogers MS Commons Door A | Constantine | #AFDBRM201W22 office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Thursdays Apr 7-28 | 4 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $65 per person Family Education office at 763.241.3524. Rogers MS Commons Door A | Constantine | #AFDBRM201P22 4 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

\"FITNESS WITH CHELSEY\" PUNCH CARD FITNESS ADULTS Do you need some variety and flexibility in your workout schedule? Our PICKLEBALL \"Fitness with Chelsey\" Punch Card will allow you to participate in your choice of 50/50 (Tue 6pm) and Core Fusion (Thu 6pm) classes. Once Pickleball is a combination of ping pong and tennis and is perfect for you purchase the punch card, you do not need to sign up for individual adults who are young at heart and love some friendly competition. Don't classes, just show up! Punch cards are for specific sessions and cannot know how to play? Don't let it stop you -- the first 15 minutes of each carry over to the next session. session can be used to share rules, practice and warm up. Play will be first-come, first-served along with a rotation with others who show up to Tue/Thu Jan 4-Feb 22* | 14 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm play. Bring a water bottle; drinking fountains are not available. $9-1 session; $21-3 sessions; $49-8 sessions; $79-14 sessions Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFSFCPC01W22 Pay-at-the-door: $5/person *Not meeting Feb 1 Exact change only Tue/Thu Feb 24-Apr 12 | 14 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm Sundays Oct 3-May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm $9-1 session; $21-3 sessions; $49-8 sessions; $79-14 sessions Handke Center Gym Door 5 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFSFCPC02W22 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 13, Apr 17 Tue/Thu Apr 14-May 31 | 14 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 4:30-6:30pm $9-1 session; $21-3 sessions; $49-8 sessions; $79-14 sessions Handke Center Gym Door 5 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFSFCPC01P22 *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Mar 16 50-50 OPEN GYM ► ALL AGES Perfect for any fitness level, this class is part strength training and Open gym is a supervised recreation time for individuals to work on part cardio for a complete workout. Dumbbells are suggested but not their skills in various sports, get a great workout and socialize with mandatory for strength training. Bring a mat and a set of dumbbells others who share an interest in athletics. Changes may be made to this (3lbs to 10lbs in weight). schedule, so always check before dropping a child off at the school. Youth under 11 must have a responsible adult in attendance. Tuesdays Jan 4-Feb 22* | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFB505001W22 Pay-at-the-door: $5/person *Not meeting Feb 1 Exact change only Tuesdays Mar 1-Apr 12 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 all ages Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFB505002W22 Sundays Oct 3-May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm Rogers MS Gym Door A Tuesdays Apr 19-May 31 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 13, Apr 17 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFB505001P22 Sundays Oct 3-May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm CORE FUSION Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 13, Apr 17 Are you a fan of yoga? Pilates? Body Sculpting? Core Fusion combines all three styles in an upbeat and challenging format to strengthen your ages 11-15 and families w/children of all ages core, provide a total body stretch, and increase your flexibility. Bring a Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 7:00-8:30pm mat and water. Bring dumbbells for an added challenge. Zimmerman HS Gym Door 12 *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Mar 16 Thursdays Jan 6-Feb 17 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFECRFS01W22 grades 9-12 and adult Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 7:00-9:00pm Thursdays Feb 24-Apr 7 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 Rogers HS Gym Door I Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFECRFS02W22 *Not meeting Dec 8, 22, 29, Mar 16 Thursdays Apr 14-May 26 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 8:30-10:00pm Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFECRFS001P22 Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Mar 16 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 5

ADULTS SAFETY AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER This refresher course, for drivers age 50+ who have completed an insurance-approved 8-hour certified driver course, includes new This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesota approaches and concepts. Bring driver's license and AARP member Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, number (if member) to class. habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take this Tuesday Jan 4 | 1 session | 5:00-9:00pm class. $20 AARP Member/$25 Non-member Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR401W22 Tuesday Jan 18 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401W22 Thursday Jan 20 | 1 session | 5:00-9:00pm $20 AARP Member/$25 Non-member Thursday Feb 17 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR402W22 Handke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402W22 AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE ► 8-HOUR INITIAL Monday Mar 21 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI403W22 Improve your skills and knowledge, and learn about the effects of aging and medication on driving, along with suggestions for overcoming Thursday Apr 21 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 limitations. Bring your driver's license and AARP member number (if Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401P22 member) to class. No driving or tests. Thursday May 26 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Tue/Thu Jan 11 & 13 | 2 sessions | 5:00-9:00pm Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402P22 $20 AARP Member/$25 Non-member Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR801W22 AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR/AED MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Could you save a life in an emergency? Being trained in CPR and the ► 8-HOUR INITIAL use of an Automated External Defibrillator has the greatest impact on resuscitation over any other factor. Attend this class and leave knowing This driver improvement class for first-time participants is presented by how to safely and effectively perform CPR and use an AED on adults, the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual children and infants. techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. If you have taken this class previously, Monday Jan 31 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 please register for the 4-hour refresher. Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED01W22 Wed/Thu Mar 30 & 31 | 2 sessions | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Monday May 2 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI801W22 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED01P22 DID YOU KNOW? AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER FIRST AID Completing a driver safety course could save you money on your car insurance. Be prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, Consult with your insurance agent for recognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses details and to make sure you qualify. until advanced medical personnel arrive. Fee includes materials and American Heart Association certification. Monday Feb 7 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01W22 Monday May 23 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01P22 6 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SAFETY | HEALTH ADULTS ONLINE! WOMEN, WEIGHT, HORMONES Are you finding that fat is collecting around your midsection and no matter how well you watch what you eat or how much you exercise that weight is not budging? It might be your hormones! In this virtual workshop you will learn 7 key strategies for fighting fat and losing weight, and how to help your body begin to lose weight again. Thursday Mar 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHWWWHM01W22 Self defense classes can get you in shape ONLINE! WOMEN'S HEART HEALTH while you learn valuable skills. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women. Symptoms are different for SELF DEFENSE women than men, so many symptoms are ignored or unrecognized. We will discuss all you need to know: signs, symptoms, and risk factors of a If you've ever been in a situation that made you feel physically unsafe, heart attack. Learn how hormones and your heart intermingle. Discover having reassurance about your next steps can make all the difference. foods that can help prevent and reverse heart disease, nutrients that are This self-defense course will give you skills to use in any potentially particularly helpful for heart health, exercises, and the 4 numbers you dangerous situation. Through lecture, discussion, skill demonstrations need to know that could save your life. and practice, you will leave feeling more confident on how to handle yourself. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes. Wednesday Feb 2 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHWWHRT01W22 Thursday Apr 21 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $69 Rogers HS Wrestling Room Door 10 | Neiss | #AHPSLFD01P22 ONLINE! DE-AGE YOUR BRAIN ONLINE! SOOTHE THOSE ACHY JOINTS Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on how the brain ages. No matter what your age, there are things you can begin to Do you have joints that ache - a knee, hip, or back? Whether you have do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate arthritis, bursitis, or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you! Joint with each other. Learn which superfoods reduce the damaging effects lubrication exercises are simple and easy to do yet produce rather of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for remarkable results by helping to free your joints of pain. You'll also memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. discover which nutrients are needed to help keep your joints healthy. Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHMDBRN01W22 Thursday May 19 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHGAJNT01P22 ONLINE! STRESS BUSTING STRATEGIES FOR ONLINE CLASSES BUSY PEOPLE An email with online meeting Do you have too much stress in your life? Discover the damaging effects information and link will be sent of stress on your nervous system, how to keep it from aging you, and one-minute stress-busting techniques to calm the nervous system. prior your online class. Explore ways to decrease stress hormone levels, and learn how different foods, colors, surroundings, and even music can increase or decrease stress. Wednesday Apr 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHSSTRS01P22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 7

ADULTS HEALTH GROUP HYPNOSIS: STOP SMOKING Do you have the desire, but not the willpower, to stop smoking? People can, using guided imagery, stop smoking after just one session and often with little, if any, withdrawal symptoms or cravings. Find your way out of the smoky haze! Monday Feb 7 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm $69 New Member (Stop Smoking only); $109 New Member (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYSM01W22 Monday Apr 11 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm Our hypnosis instructor is a certified $69 New Member (Stop Smoking only); hypnotherapist with 30 years of experience. $109 New Member (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYSM01P22 ONLINE! FAST FIXES FOR BEATING BELLY BLOAT GROUP HYPNOSIS: WEIGHT LOSS Have you ever found that in the morning your pants fit fine, but by mid- afternoon the waistband is squeezing you like a tourniquet? Or that no Did you know that there is a way to lose weight without diet pills or matter how many ab exercises you do, some days your belly will hang starvation? Group hypnosis includes suggestions that will help you eat out? Learn the causes of belly bloat as well as concrete solutions and the type and quantity of foods that are beneficial in losing weight and fast fixes to rid you of it once and for all. maintaining your desired weight. Tuesday Mar 22 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Monday Feb 7 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm Online | Novak | #AHTBBLT01W22 $69 New Member (Weight Loss only); $109 New Member (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member ONLINE! ACUPRESSURE TO ASSIST WEIGHT LOSS Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYWL01W22 Acupressure is an eastern healing technique that involves pressing Monday Apr 11 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through $69 New Member (Weight Loss only); pathways called meridians. When the points that regulate metabolism, $109 New Member (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member digestion and thyroid function are blocked or out of balance, losing Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYWL01P22 weight will seem like an impossible task. In this virtual workshop, you will learn the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, Check in at 5:45pm. At 6:00pm, there will be an introduction for boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce smoking and weight loss classes (all must attend). From 7:00 to stress-eating and strengthen the entire digestive system. 7:45pm, the weight loss class will meet (smokers, take a break). Smoking hypnosis will be from 7:50 to 8:45pm. Please bring a Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 blanket and pillow to class; you may sit or lie down for the Online | Novak | #AHTAAWL01P22 hypnosis part of the session. PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE! OVERCOME YOUR CARBOHYDRATE CRAVINGS The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Have you ever had a day where you just can't stop eating? Do you crave Register Early to insure we don’t cancel starches, snack foods and sweets, and find the more you eat, the more you want to eat? Overcoming carb cravings is not a matter of willpower, a class you are hoping to take. but a matter of biology. Learn how you can stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No hype - just the facts. Thursday Feb 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHTOCBC01W22 8 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

HEALTH | PARENTING & CAREGIVING ADULTS ONLINE! HELP YOUR TEENS, TWEENS OR DISCOVER SENIOR LIVING AND SENIOR CARE 20-SOMETHINGS CLEAR THEIR SKIN NATURALLY OPTIONS Is your child battling skin problems such as acne, breakouts, sun Learn more about the senior services available in the Elk River area. damage, dryness, or irritation? Learn how to help your child clear acne Explore various care levels, amenities and monthly cost for Independent and blemishes quickly and effectively without medication. Discover Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Health Care and more. how raw materials help build healthy skin cells, and receive recipes for Discover the choices offered today and what might fit you or your loved shakes and smoothies that provide what is needed! one best. Class is free, but please register. Thursday Jun 23 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Tuesday Feb 15 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $0 Online | Novak | #AHZCSKN01S22 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | McHenry | #ACCDSLO01W22 ONLINE! A PARENT'S GUIDE TO TIKTOK ONLINE! LIVING AS AN INSPIRED SINGLE PARENT Have you heard about the app called TikTok? In this fun class, we will Now that there is a \"new normal,\" compliments of COVID-19 and other take a look at the fastest-growing social media app used by millions life-changing events of 2020, single parents are struggling to find their each day. Learn how it's used and how parents can make it safer for balance. The Living as an Inspired Single Parent workshop offers their kids. We'll cover everything you need to know as TikTok changes parents key ways to create a solid and personally rewarding foundation the future of social media. to help them move forward onto the next phases of their lives. Monday Feb 7 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $25 Thursday Feb 10 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $29 Online | Welsh | #ACPTIKT01W22 Online | Lynch & Albano | #ACPLISP01W22 ONLINE! CELL PHONES AND PARENTING - WHAT Thursday May 12 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $29 YOU NEED TO KNOW Online | Lynch & Albano | #ACPLISP01P22 When your child has a Smartphone, there are key things you should NEW! NAVIGATING MINNESOTA'S SYSTEMS OF know in order to keep them safe and secure. We'll help you understand SUPPORTS FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, explore SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) parental control apps for your child's Smartphone, and simplify this complicated technology so that you and your child can use the phone The focus of this workshop is to support children with Autism Spectrum safely without worry. Disorder (ASD) and their families, caregivers, educators, providers, and advocates. A representative from the Minnesota Department of Human Tuesday Feb 22 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $25 Services will provide an overview of Minnesota's system of supports and Online | Welsh | #ACPCPPT01W22 services. An emphasis will be placed on how people can advocate for better-coordinated services, with ample time for questions and discussion. DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT INFORMATION NIGHT Intervention strategies and supports for children from birth to age 7 Tuesday Feb 8 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class Zimmerman M/HS Media Door 1 | Berning | #ACPNVGT01W22 or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well Wednesday Mar 9 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 as lessons to help you be the best driving mentor you can be. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Berning | #ACPNVGT02W22 Tuesday Jan 18 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 Transitional age services, supports and healthcare coverage, for Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01W22 school-aged children to young adults Thursday Feb 24 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 Tuesday Mar 29 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 Zimmerman M/HS Media Door 1 | Berning | #ACPNVG201W22 Rogers MS Media Door A | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN02W22 Tuesday Mar 22 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 Tuesday May 31 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Berning | #ACPNVG202W22 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01P22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 9

ADULTS ARTS | HOME & HOBBY DIY CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET WORKSHOP Have you been wanting to make your own chunky knit blanket? Sign up now for this class and learn how! The class includes all materials to make a 45x55\" or 40x60\" throw and personalized instruction. The instructor will have a variety of colors to choose from at the class. Food and beverages will be available for purchase before, during, and after the class. Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $69 Broadway Bar & Pizza Rogers | Thesing | #AAFFKTC01P22 Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 5:15-8:15pm | $69 Mosaics are made by pressing colorful tiles into terra cotta. Broadway Bar & Pizza Rogers | Thesing | #AAFFKTC02P22 When it dries you have a beautiful useful or decorative piece. Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 5:30-8:30pm | $69 MOSAIC BIRDBATH Broadway Bar & Pizza Rogers | Thesing | #AAFFKTC03P22 A birdbath can draw a multitude of entertaining birds to your yard, and Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm | $69 adds a beautiful focal point! Create a unique birdbath from terra cotta and Broadway Bar & Pizza Rogers | Thesing | #AAFFKTC04P22 colorful mosaic tiles. Bring a photo to use as a pattern or design your own masterpiece. Participants should also bring an old towel and rubber gloves. Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $69 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC05P22 Thursday Apr 21 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $39 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Decker | #AARMOBB01P22 Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:15am-1:15pm | $69 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC06P22 MOSAIC BUTTERFLY, DRAGONFLY OR LIZARD PROJECT Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:30am-1:30pm | $69 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC07P22 Create a stained glass mosaic butterfly, dragonfly or lizard and add a piece of custom artwork to your home or garden! This is a thoughtful, Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:45am-1:45pm | $69 handmade gift or a beautiful piece to keep for yourself. Bring an old Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC08P22 towel and rubber gloves to class. When registering, please indicate which item you would like to make. Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $69 Chow Mixed Grill and BBQ Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC09P22 Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $39 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Decker | #AGRMOBD01W22 Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:15-8:15pm | $69 Chow Mixed Grill and BBQ Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC10P22 Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:30-8:30pm | $69 LOCATIONS Chow Mixed Grill and BBQ Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC11P22 Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm | $69 Broadway Bar & Pizza Chow Mixed Grill and BBQ Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC12P22 21431 141st Avenue North, Rogers Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Monday May 23 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $69 13479 Business Ctr Dr NW, Elk River Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing | #AAFFKTC13P22 Chow Mixed Grill & BBQ Monday May 23 | 1 session | 5:15-8:15pm | $69 14043 Business Ctr Dr NW, Elk River Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing | #AAFFKTC14P22 Pour Wine Bar and Bistro Monday May 23 | 1 session | 5:30-8:30pm | $69 15704 90th St NE, Otsego Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing | #AAFFKTC15P22 Monday May 23 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm | $69 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing | #AAFFKTC16P22 10 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE ARTS | HOME & HOBBY ADULTS INK PAINTING CREATIVITY ACRYLIC POURING CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION NEW! CANVAS FUN: ACRYLIC POURING FAMILY NIGHT ► AGE 8+ Experience the tactile art of working with clay! Designed for every level of artist, you'll start with a hand building project to learn some basic Come for a night of family fun and check out the latest craze! Experience techniques, then progress to throwing on a pottery wheel. All projects will the magical world of fluid acrylics and pouring medium. No experience is be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old clothing to class. Projects required to learn how to create beautiful abstract canvases. You'll pour will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. paint onto a 9x12\" canvas and watch the magic as the acrylic paints flow over the edges. Everyone will create one canvas to take home. Mondays Jan 3-Mar 7 | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $99 Adults are required to attend with participants under age 18. Each family Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC01W22 member who wants a canvas must register separately. Mondays Mar 21-May 23 | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $99 Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $39 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC01P22 Rogers MS Art Rm Door A | KidzArt Staff | #AAPCFAP01W22 NEW! BIRCH TREE WITH CARDINAL PAINTING ON GRAB AND GO! SPRINGTIME BUNNY AND CANVAS WORKSHOP FLOWER GRAB-AND-GO CRAFT KIT Follow along with Charlene as she provides step-by-step instructions on Grab your kiddos and paint up a springtime scene perfect for your dining how to create your painted masterpiece, a wintry birch tree scene with a table centerpiece! This grab-and-go craft kit includes springtime paint magnificent cardinal sitting on a branch. All supplies are included in the colors, paintbrushes, wooden flowers, wooden leaf petals and stems, cost of the class. wooden base, faux moss, faux flowers, wooden bunny cutout, and moss to complete the look! Kits will be available for pickup at Handke Center, Thursday Feb 3 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $35 located at 1170 Main Street, Elk River during the office hours of 8:30am- Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Lundberg | #AAPAPCV01W22 4:30pm. Please allow 24 hours from ordering to pickup to have supplies ready. If you need to pick up after hours, please contact the office to NEW! ALCOHOL INK PAINTING arrange a pickup time. Experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. The non-absorbent nature Mar 1-May 31 | 8:30am-4:30pm | $29 of Yupo means it will not buckle, no matter how much water you put Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #AAGSPBN01W22 on it, and it makes colors more dynamic and brilliant. Alcohol inks are pigment-intense and vibrant, free-flowing and filled with an energy NEW! WATERCOLOR POPPIES ► AGE 16+ all their own. You will leave the workshop with knowledge of a new technique to experiment with at home to your heart's delight! For those looking for a fun evening learning some basic watercolor techniques, our step-by-step approach will help you create this beautiful Tuesday Feb 15 | 1 session | 7:00-8:30pm | $39 watercolor painting. No previous experience is necessary. We provide Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | KidzArt Staff | #AAPAIPT01W22 everything you need to complete these colorful poppies on 11x15\" watercolor paper. Tuesday May 3 | 1 session | 7:00-8:30pm | $39 Rogers HS Rm A106 Door 10 | KidzArt Staff | #AAPWCPP01P22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 11

ADULTS CULINARY ONLINE! ETHIOPIAN EXPLORATION Demystify the spices used in Ethiopian cuisine as you learn to blend your own berbere from scratch. During this two-part course, you will cook along and create three delicious vegetarian dishes, practice steaming injera, a fermented flatbread, and sit down to a flavorful, healthy meal by the end of the course. Thu/Sat Mar 3 & 5 | 2 sessions | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Scheck | #ADGETHE01W22 Become more efficient in the kitchen and learn 15 basic knife ONLINE! A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN: skills including dice, slice, mince, julienne and more! SIZZLING MEDITERRANEAN SKEWERS, DIPS AND PITA BREAD ONLINE! KITCHEN KNIFE SKILLS Wow and dazzle your family or guests with a full-flavored, mouth- Become more efficient and consistent in the kitchen and perfect watering Mediterranean meal! Spend two hours cooking along with your kitchen knife skills. Start with the basics by choosing the right Tess as she prepares Mediterranean meat skewers (chicken souvlaki tools and learning how to hold a knife properly. During class you will and beef/turkey kebabs), accompanied by Tzatziki (Greek yogurt dip), practice at least 15 basic skills including dice, slice, mince, chiffonade, homemade hummus, and homemade pita bread. Finish off the fun- julienne, supreme, and zest. Learn how to reduce waste and keep filled class by learning how to wrap, present and plate these delicious yourself safe. wonders with a Greek salad. Tuesday Mar 22 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Saturday Feb 26 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Scheck | #ADGKNFS01W22 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCTMSS01W22 ONLINE! A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN: ONLINE! AIR FRYER HYPE! COPYCAT KFC AND OVEN-ROASTED LEMON CHICKEN, POTATOES, RECIPE IDEAS FOR ALL AGES! TZATZIKI AND GREEK ORZO PASTA SALAD Have you ever wondered what the air fryer hype is all about? Do you Cook along with Tess to create a classic Greek meal served on tables want cooking ideas that go beyond fries and frozen processed foods? of all Greek families around the world. On the menu: sheet pan oven- Dive into the world of air frying in this demonstration and cook-along roasted lemon chicken, potatoes, and a side of Tzatziki (savory yogurt class! Watch as our online chef makes homemade egg rolls, pizza dip) and a Greek orzo pasta salad. bites, seasoned potato wedges, and burgers, and cook-along to make copycat KFC chicken! Saturday Mar 12 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Saturday Jan 22 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCTMLC01W22 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCAFRY01W22 WHAT'S COOKING? ONLINE! CULINARY CLASSES The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting date: »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) »  Zoom meeting link After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. 12 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY ADULTS ONLINE! CREATIVE SUSHI ROLLING AND POKE BOWLS Discover how to make the perfect pot of sushi rice, and discuss and brainstorm a myriad of fillings for sushi rolls, including vegetarian options, seasonal produce, and even leftovers. Practice the proper techniques for rolling a maki roll and a hand roll. Anything goes in creative sushi rolling -- no raw fish or sushi mat required. Wednesday Apr 20 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $35 Online | Scheck | #ADGSHPB01P22 ONLINE! DETROIT STYLE PIZZA AND PIZZA Rolling sushi at home is easier than you think. Learn some easy MADNESS! tips and tricks from our popular instructor, Laura Scheck. Turn your kitchen into a pizzeria! Our online chef will show you how to ONLINE! INSTANT POT BBQ PULLED CHICKEN, make your own pizza with homemade dough used in a variety of ways, TWICE BAKED POTATOES, ROLLS AND QUICK SLAW including Detroit Style Pan Pizza with sauce, Baked Pizza Bombs, and Pizza Pinwheels. This is a great opportunity for family fun in the kitchen! Experience how to make BBQ Pulled Chicken in a fraction of the time and elevate the flavors to another level using the Instant Pot. The Saturday Apr 9 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 menu for this complete homemade meal is BBQ Pulled Chicken, Quick Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCDSPM01P22 Homemade Potato Rolls (baked in the oven), a side of Twice-Baked Potatoes (prepared using the Instant Pot and oven), and a delicious ONLINE! HOMEMADE PIEROGIES quick slaw. Perfect your Pierogies during this virtual cook-along class! Start with Saturday Feb 12 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIBBQC01W22 joy! You'll also discover how to freeze these little dumplings and store them for a rainy day. ONLINE! INSTANT POT CLASSIC CHILI, LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP AND ROLLS Saturday Apr 30 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCHMPG01P22 Grab your Instant Pot and learn how to master flavorful Classic Chili and delicious Loaded Baked Potato Soup in a fraction of time. Before class, ONLINE! INSTANT POT 101 -- LIVE choose one of the soups to prepare during the cook-along portion of class. If you have two Instant Pots, make both! Oven-baked homemade Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant rolls are the finishing touch. Have your family or friends cook along too! Pot during a virtual class! Learn the foundations of cooking and care, and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot. Saturday Feb 5 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 This class is a combination of demonstration and cook-along. Cook Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADISOUP01W22 along with Tess as she creates a Creamy Cheesy Tuscan Chicken with Penne pasta dish. Saturday Jan 8 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIIPLV01W22 GUARANTEE PLEASE NOTE: We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses The decision on whether a class will run is and activities. If you are not satisfied with your made 3-5 days before the class start date. experience, please contact the Community Education Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood a class you are hoping to take. Family Education office at 763.241.3524. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 13

ADULTS CULINARY EXPERIENCE PASTABILITIES NEW CUISINES A PIEROGI FEAST TRY THIS! ONLINE! INSTANT POT PASTABILITIES PIEROGI FEAST Lasagna, Creamy Broccoli-Cheddar Chicken with Pasta - OH MY! Discover deliciously nutritious pasta dishes using the Instant Pot. Two Kick off this virtual cooking class by whipping up a batch of pierogi Instant Pot dishes will be created during this class. Choose one for your dough from scratch. Next, Chef Laura will walk you through cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other. If you have two mixing up perfectly seasoned fillings including potato, cheese, and Instant Pots, make both! caramelized onion or sweet potato. Lastly, learn how to perfect techniques for assembling and sealing pierogi that can be applied Saturday May 14 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 to all types of filled foods including ravioli, dumplings, and tortellini! Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIPSTA01P22 Saturday Feb 5 | 1 session | 10:00am-12:00pm | $35 ONLINE! MAKE AHEAD MOLE AND MARGARITAS Online | Scheck | #ADGPRGF01W22 Gather with friends for a pre-Cinco de Mayo cocktail party! Whip up ONLINE! INSTANT POT GYROS AND CARNITAS drinks to sip with queso to dip. All while you create and simmer a divine WITH HOMEMADE PITA BREAD mole sauce made from re-hydrated fruit, chili peppers, spices, nuts, seeds and chocolate. Later, use your prepared sauce for Chicken Mole Discover the wonders of enjoying savory Greek and Latin American or Mushroom Mole Tacos. This sauce freezes well for future use. wraps throughout the year in a fraction of the time using an Instant Pot. Our chef Tess will show you how to make Greek Gyros and Carnitas, a Sunday May 1 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 Latin American-style taco with a smokey BBQ flavor. Choose one dish Online | Scheck | #ADGMARG01P22 for cooking along and watch a demonstration of the other. If you have two Instant Pots, make both! Saturday Mar 26 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIGYCR01W22 ONLINE! INSTANT POT MAKE-AHEAD FREEZER MEALS ONLINE CLASSES Have dinner ready in no time on a busy day! This virtual Instant Pot An email with online meeting demonstration and cook-along class will show you the foundations of information and link will be sent preparing nourishing homemade meals that will go straight from your freezer to your Instant Pot. Four to five make-ahead meals with a variety prior your online class. of protein, vegetable and starch ingredients will be prepared for the freezer during this class. Cook along with Tess as she prepares Cheesy Stuffed Shells for the freezer. Saturday Jan 15 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIIPFM01W22 14 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY | SPECIAL INTEREST ADULTS ASIAN FAVORITES Delight your taste buds! Prepare delicious egg rolls stuffed with pork, shrimp and vegetables served with both hot mustard and sweet and sour sauce for dipping. Then learn to make delectable fried rice using vegetables, eggs, sprouts, chicken and shrimp. These dishes are so good, you'll want to serve them often! Thursday Jan 27 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGAFAV01W22 SOUTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE In-person cooking class! Join our instructor Jeff Sandino, a professional chef, and create, taste and enjoy a Mexican feast! Experience the robust flavors of Italian cuisine! We'll start with tender baby greens in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, and work our way through to Eggplant Parmesan and manicotti. Finally, we'll complete the evening with a sublime tiramisu. Excite your taste buds and enjoy the tastes of Italy! Thursday Feb 24 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 TEX MEX FIESTA Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGSITC01W22 This busy culinary experience will cover everything from empanadas to THE ART OF SUSHI fajitas to a delicious coconut custard dessert, all in authentic Mexican style and flavor. Create, taste, and enjoy this Mexican feast! Be sure to Are you a sushi lover and want to try making your own? Or have you come hungry! never tried it and want to see why it's so popular? We'll start with the preparation of sushi rice, then get to the real art of \"maki-sushi.\" Register Friday Apr 15 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 with a friend or partner for a fun night out! Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGTEXM01P22 Friday May 27 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGSUSH01P22 BECOME A COMMUNITY ED INSTRUCTOR! Do you have a special talent, skill, or passion that you would love to share with the community? Have you ever thought of becoming a Community Education instructor? Earn extra money doing something you love! If you can create a class, we would love to meet you! Attend our free class to get more information about teaching for Community Education. Pre-Registration is required. Tuesday Jan 25 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | #AGJCEIN01W22 Wednesday Apr 27 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Become a Community Ed instructor Handke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | #AGJCEIN01P22 to share your skills and discover the value of connecting with other community members! ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 15

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST MEET BILL! ONLINE! BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO GETTING PUBLISHED LEGACY FACILITATOR Is your goal is to become a published freelance writer? This comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. Bill Marsella has a passion for Discover how to become a \"published\" writer, submit manuscripts, find helping people share their life the right publisher, write irresistible query letters and how to determine stories so they know their lives when and how to get an agent. If you really want to get published, this have made a difference and step-by-step workshop is a must! will be remembered by future generations. After earning a Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 11:00am-1:00pm | $35 Masters Degree in Social Work, Online | Krusemark | #AGEGPBL01W22 Bill applied his love of people and his gift for storytelling to ONLINE! BUILDING YOUR VISION: TAKING YOUR two long careers in the Army PHOTOGRAPHY FROM GOOD TO GREAT! Medical Corps helping soldiers manage extreme stress on the battlefield, and as a professional fundraiser inspiring thousands Are you a photographer who wants to take their images to the next of donors to give to causes and charities they care about in level? Or maybe you are just getting started. Do you want to be a the community. Bill is a trained Legacy Facilitator and has his photographer who takes pictures, or one who creates images? We will certification in Guided Autobiography Instruction from the Birren cover some compositional basics to improve your images, and discuss Institute for Autobiographical Studies. concepts of building your photographic vision that will take your images from good to great! Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Grammond | #AGPPG2G01W22 GUIDED AUTOBIOGRAPHY ONLINE! EXPLORE 50 DIFFERENT SELF- PUBLISHING OPTIONS Write the Story of your Life -- two pages at a time! Designed to help you recall, organize and share the contents of your life experiences, these Self-Publishing is all the rage, but is it the best option for you? You will classes will help evoke memories through a variety of life themes such discover the pros and cons of the self-publishing options, including as family, work/career, and health. Pass along valuable lessons, stories, print-on-demand and e-book publishing, as well as Amazon options. and history to your family, friends, and future generations. No writing You will leave with a rated description of 50 self-publishing companies. experience is necessary. Participants must attend \"Beginner's Guide to Getting Published\" before attending this class. Wednesdays Jan 12-Mar 2 | 8 sessions | 3:00-5:00pm | $85 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFGDAB01W22 Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 1:00-2:00pm | $25 Online | Krusemark | #AGE50PB01W22 Wednesdays Apr 6-May 25 | 8 sessions | 3:00-5:00pm | $85 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFGDAB01P22 PLEASE NOTE: The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. Self-publishing allows the author to be in complete control of the creative and marketing process. 16 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SPECIAL INTEREST ADULTS ONLINE! FADING ADS OF THE TWIN CITIES Do you remember seeing old painted ads on the sides of buildings for Coca-Cola, Grain Belt Beer, grocery stores, and warehouses? Our instructor, Jay Grammond, has been drawn to Fading Ads, or \"Ghost Signs,\" for quite some time and in 2020 he signed a deal to publish a book about the topic. Join Jay as he takes you on a virtual walk around the Twin Cities to view this sort of \"Art Gallery.\" Tuesday May 17 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Grammond | #AGHFDTC01P22 ONLINE! INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVERS Take a virtual walk around the Twin Cities and view an \"art gallery\" of painted ads on the sides of buildings. Explore the voiceover industry! Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success. Read a real script and receive ONLINE! A ROAD TRIP AROUND MINNESOTA: coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve LAKES AND WATERFALLS your delivery. This class is a one-time, 90-minute, one-on-one video chat class! Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com. Upon completion of Explore the land of sky-blue waters with professional photographer registration, you will be contacted to setup your live 1:1 online class for a Jay Grammond as he takes you on a virtual road trip of Minnesota's date and time of your availability. waterways. Discover why these waterways were important in the past, and are still vital to the state and local economies and residents. Come Jan 1-May 31 | $49 away with the seeds of your own road trip ideas planted and ready for Online | Voices for All, LLC | #AGJITVO01W22 spring and summer! POWER OF VOLUNTEERING Tuesday Feb 22 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Grammond | #ARVRTMN01W22 Are you finding yourself with extra time on your hands? A representative from RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) will help you explore ONLINE! ARMCHAIR TRAVELS: THEODORE possibilities for volunteer service, including positions with a limited or ROOSEVELT NATIONAL PARK flexible time commitment. Learn how your desire for service can be matched with community needs. Find a rewarding experience that fits Theodore Roosevelt National Park is unique among national parks, as your life and your expertise. it preserves not only the stunning landscape of the area but also the memory of an extraordinary person. Roosevelt visited the area in 1883 Tuesday Apr 19 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $0 to hunt bison and eventually had a ranch there. Join our instructor as he Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Brooks | #AGIPWRV01P22 shows you some of the landscapes and wildlife in the park. Thursday May 12 | 1 session | 5:00-6:00pm | $0 Thursday May 19 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Zimmerman M/HS Media Door 1 | Brooks | #AGIPWRV02P22 Online | Grammond | #ARVTRSV01P22 ONLINE CLASSES WORLD'S TOUGHEST RODEO An email with online meeting Rodeo fans can expect a trifecta of fun with action, entertainment, and information and link will be sent intense competition on the menu. Plan to witness a BATTLE TO THE FINISH as the world's toughest cowboys are \"in it to win it\" in their prior your online class. mission to be crowned ProRodeo's World Champion. Tickets are digital and are in Section 118, Row 21; you will receive them via email before the event. Ticket holders will be responsible for their own transportation. Saturday Jan 29 | 1 session | 7:30-9:30pm | $58 Xcel Energy Center St. Paul | #ARLRDEO01W22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 17

ADULTS FINANCE EXPERIENCE SUCCESS PLANNING AHEAD BEING PREPARED NEW! THE TOP 10 MISUNDERSTANDINGS OF WRITE YOUR OWN WILL ESTATE PLANNING If you were to pass away unexpectedly, would your wishes be carried Learn how to prepare your estate to ensure things go smoothly for out? Who would coordinate the probate for your estate? Who would your loved ones during a time of loss and confusion. Our instructor be the guardian of your children? To whom would your assets be will help you to become aware of false assumptions and costly distributed? This class will help you answer these questions through misunderstandings to avoid during your estate planning process. drafting a basic will with guidance from a licensed attorney. Thursday Jan 6 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $59 Individual; $109 Couple Rogers MS Media Door A | Litfin | #ANE10MS01W22 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Helseth | #ANEWYOW01P22 NEW! ESTATE SETTLEMENT 101: NOT A TIME Tuesday Feb 15 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $59 Individual; $109 Couple FOR ON-THE-JOB TRAINING Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Helseth | #ANEWYOW01W22 When the estate of a deceased individual is not settled correctly or in a WHO WILL INHERIT THE MESS? timely manner, there can be serious consequences for both the executor and the beneficiaries. Join this seminar to learn all about this important This valuable presentation covers important aspects of estate yet often confusing and time-consuming responsibility. planning that most attorneys and advisors do not address, such as how beneficiary forms, Transfer on Death (TOD) and Payable on Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 Death (POD) designations can be used to compliment a successful Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANEESST01P22 and comprehensive estate plan. Learn how to keep your estate out of court and make sure your assets pass quickly and smoothly to your WILLS VS. TRUSTS beneficiaries. There will be time for questions during the class. Wills and Trusts are two distinct legal vehicles, and it is important to Tuesday Apr 5 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 understand how they differ as they relate to the distribution of assets, Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANEHTMS01P22 executor appointments and charitable designations. Learn how to avoid the most common and costly mistakes in estate planning. Tuesday Jun 7 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 TRY THIS! VandenBerge MS Media Door L | Litfin | #ANEWLTS01S22 WHERE THERE'S A WILL, THERE'S (NOT NEW! THE FAMILY LOVE LETTER ALWAYS) A WAY After the death of a loved one, family members are often left in One of the most dangerous misunderstandings in estate planning is the a state of confusion. Learn how to write a letter for your family belief that all you need is a Will. This is not true! It's time to learn what to document the information they will need during a time of loss Wills do -- and what they don't do. Surprised? You will be. or confusion. Examine how basic information about your assets, liabilities, advisory contacts and personal desires upon your death Tuesday Mar 15 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 will help loved ones during a trying time. Rogers MS Media Door A | Litfin | #ANEWLNW01W22 Thursday Feb 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Litfin | #ANEFMLL01W22 18 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

FINANCE | TECHNOLOGY ADULTS SELL YOUR HOME 101 Thinking about taking advantage of the hot Seller's market? Learn about current local market conditions, how to prepare your home to sell, marketing techniques, the importance of the initial list price, and real estate secrets to help you get top dollar. Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNSHME01W22 Tuesday Mar 22 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Discover important things to consider about Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNSHME02W22 Social Security when planning for retirement. Tuesday Apr 19 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNSHME01P22 During this workshop you will cover strategies for maximizing your HOME BUYING PROCESS 101 Social Security benefits, including five factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits, how to minimize taxes on Social Security Whether it is your very first home, dream home, or investment property, benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources the home buying process can be intimidating. This class will walk you of retirement income through the ever-changing real estate market and empower you to make educated purchasing decisions. We will help you create a plan based on Tuesday Jan 11 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 your goals, limitations, timeline, and the market specifically in the area Prairie View E/MS FACS Rm 218 Door 1 | Bettinger | #ANSSVSC01W22 you are looking to buy. SAVVY TAX STRATEGIES Tuesday Mar 1 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNHMBY01W22 Fact #1: Taxes can be complicated. Fact #2: No one wants to pay more than their fair share. Join financial expert Justin Bettinger as he Saturday Mar 26 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $9 cuts through the jargon and complexity to help you create an efficient Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNHMBY02W22 retirement tax strategy. You will also learn how to avoid common - and costly - mistakes with your investments, health care and estate. Tuesday Apr 5 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNHMBY01P22 MEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D Tuesday May 3 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | Bettinger | #ANTSTXS01P22 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. Wednesday Jan 26 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $12 Rogers HS Media Door 10 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC01W22 Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $12 GUARANTEE Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC01P22 PLEASE NOTE: We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your The decision on whether a class will run is experience, please contact the Community Education made 3-5 days before the class start date. office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Register Early to insure we don’t cancel Family Education office at 763.241.3524. a class you are hoping to take. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 19

ADULTS TECHNOLOGY | WORKPLACE ONLINE! MONETIZE WEBSITES, BLOGS AND ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN BASIC GAME DESIGN SOCIAL MEDIA WITH AFFILIATE MARKETING Games are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business During this virtual course, you will learn how to earn income from purposes beyond entertainment. This certificate program provides a general selling other people's products by placing an advertisement link on your introduction to design and development of both video and analog games, with website. Discover where to find 1000+ free and low-cost opportunities, a focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment. Registering learn how to avoid scams, and find high, recurring, and second-tier for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the two required commissions. You'll also uncover secrets to increasing your site's courses: Introduction to Game Design and Intermediate Video Game Design. ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. Feb 7-Apr 1 | Average hours 32 | $395 Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 3:00-4:00pm | $25 Online | Haefner/Wolfenstein | #ATOCGAD01W22 Online | Krusemark | #ANOWBSM01W22 Apr 4-May 27 | Average hours 32 | $395 ONLINE! BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STARTING A Online | Haefner/Wolfenstein | #ATOCGAD01P22 FREE BLOG CERTIFICATE CLASSES! Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn Whether you’re a professional looking to enhance your skills and step-by-step how to start a free blog with WordPress, choose a blog increase your professional credentials, a high school graduate template and a creative name, use your unique voice to share your looking to continue your education, or an individual just looking for expertise, and how to connect your domain/website. You will also learn something to do in your free time, an online certificate course may how to earn an income with your blog as well as how to increase your be a great solution for you. Our certificates involve completing 2 internet ranking. or 3 individual courses over a period of months; however, you can also register for individual courses. Courses are provided by Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 quality colleges and associations with expert instructors. Online | Krusemark | #ATLBGFB01W22 Certificates and individual courses can be completed: ONLINE! HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN YOUTUBE »  As non-credit, in which case you can participate as little or as CHANNEL much as you like; »  For completion and recognition; these completion requirements Learn the basics to create and begin your very own YouTube channel. apply if you are taking the online course or certificate to earn Join the world's largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, a Certificate/Certification or CEUs. Start your online training instructions, talents/gifts, and more with the world and your audience! and add a new skill set to your resume today! Registering for a certificate program will automatically enroll you in the required Monday Feb 28 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $25 courses and save you money. Classes included in certificate Online | Welsh | #ATSYTBE01W22 programs can also be taken individually. ONLINE! WRITING FOR ONLINE BLOGS, Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way to MAGAZINES AND WEBSITES learn. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The You don't need a journalism degree or published articles to write for content (readings, audio lectures, slides) and self quizzes are anyone's online blog, magazine or website. Some opportunities offer accessible for the entire course, so you can work ahead, or go exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word or more! In this fast-paced back and review again, at your convenience. virtual course, you will learn how to find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay. After you register, login information will be sent to your email three days prior to the start of class. Visit our website at Saturday Mar 5 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $25 www.728communityed.com to view additional information and full Online | Krusemark | #ATLWBMW01W22 course descriptions for all online certificate programs and individual courses. 20 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

WORKPLACE ADULTS ONLINE! EXPLORE 250 LEGITIMATE HOME- BASED BUSINESS IDEAS Are you tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award-winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start-up workshop you will ever find. Discover more than 250 legitimate home business ideas. Saturday Feb 26 | 1 session | 11:00am-1:00pm | $35 Turn your talent into profits by exploring 250 Online | Krusemark | #AGJHMBS01W22 legitimate home-based business ideas. ONLINE! BOOKKEEPING CERTIFICATE ONLINE! DIGITAL MARKETING CERTIFICATE Whether you run your own business, run the family finances, or want to add Get a fundamental, yet advanced, introduction to eMarketing, including to your job skills, this online certificate course will help you understand the improving email promotions, analyzing your website traffic, and optimizing bookkeeping process and how to keep your accounts accurately. Registering your presence on search engines. Registering for this certificate program for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Improving Email courses: Understanding Debits and Credits, General Ledger and Month-End Promotions, Boosting Your Website Traffic, and Online Advertising. Procedures, and Closing Procedures and Financial Statements. Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | deFonteny | #ATOBOOK01W22 Online | Belhassen/Hurrell | #ATOCDIM01W22 Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | deFonteny | #ATOBOOK01P22 Online | Belhassen/Hurrell | #ATOCDIM01P22 ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTING AND ONLINE! DEVELOPING YOUR PROFESSIONAL CAREER FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCIAL MANAGERS Have you ever wondered what it takes to get to that next level in your Nearly every decision in the workplace relies on financial information in career? Identify the skills that all great leaders possess. Define where one way or another. Discover how understanding this information can help you want to be in your career in 5, 10, or 15 years. Discover how your you make smart decisions about budgeting, setting goals and assessing image, what you wear, your body language, and your social media performance. Registering for this certificate program will automatically presence can play into your career success. This course is included in enroll you in the three required courses: Accounting and Finance for Non- the Certificate in Leadership Development course. Financial Managers, Cash is King, and Financial Analysis and Planning for Non-Financial Managers. Apr 4-29 | Average hours 16 | $145 Online | McLaurin | #ATOCDIM01P22 Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Trana/deFonteny | #ATOCAFN01W22 Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Trana/deFonteny | #ATOCAFN01P22 ONLINE CLASSES An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior your online class. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 21

ADULTS WORKPLACE ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN DATA ANALYSIS ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Data analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in Especially geared for future leaders in the Gen Y generation (born the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but rarely have 1980-1999), this certificate course provides practical information on someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make advancing your leadership potential and making a difference in both predictions. Registering for this certificate program will automatically the workplace and in society. Registering for this certificate program enroll you in the three required courses: Introduction to Data Analysis, will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Leadership Intermediate Data Analysis, and Advanced Data Analysis. Principles, Developing Your Leadership Skills, and Developing Your Professional Career. Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Kritzer/Rutledge/Dereshiwsky | #ATOCEDA01W22 Feb 7-Mar 4 | Average hours 48 | $395 Online | McLaurin/Draves | #ATOCELD01W22 Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Kritzer/Rutledge/Dereshiwsky | #ATOCEDA01P22 Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $395 Online | McLaurin/Draves | #ATOCELD01P22 ONLINE! ENTREPRENEURSHIP CERTIFICATE ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS WRITING Boost your chances of success for your new or small business and reduce your risks. Get the latest on planning your business, Successful communicators in the workplace move forward, others brainstorming business ideas, and a checklist for going into business. move back. Whether you are writing a report, memo, letter or publicity Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in notice, there are defined characteristics for writing success. Begin the three required courses: Entrepreneur Boot Camp, The Business with understanding the format and construction of writing good reports Plan, and Entrepreneurial Marketing. and proposals. Improve your skills with editing and proofreading. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 the three required courses: Business Writing, Effective Copywriting, and Online | Law/Nadlman/Izard | #ATOECER01W22 Writing News and Press Releases. Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Feb 7-Apr 29 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Law/Nadlman/Izard | #ATOECER01P22 Online | Felix/Draves/Lynch-Morin | #ATOCBWR1W22 ONLINE! CERTIFICATE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE Apr 4-Jul 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 Online | Felix/Draves/Lynch-Morin | #ATOCBWR01P22 Customer service is an essential part of any business or organization. As the use of technology increases, human interaction with customers becomes even more important. You can become an excellent service provider through this two-part online program. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the two required courses: Extraordinary Customer Service and Keys to Customer Service. Feb 7-Apr 1 | Average hours 32 | $245 ONLINE CLASSES Online | Marsello/Sanders-Cobb | #ATOCUST01W22 An email with online meeting Apr 4-May 27 | Average hours 32 | $245 information and link will be sent Online | Marsello/Sanders-Cobb | #ATOCUST01P22 prior your online class. DID YOU KNOW? All classes that are listed as part of a certificate program are also available individually. For specific class descriptions and dates offered, visit our website at www.isd728.org/You-Got-Class. 22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

H.O.P.E. ADULTS WELCOME TO THE H.O.P.E. PROGRAM! \"One person's trash is another person's treasure.\" Create your Scavenger Collage from bits and pieces From outings to events, activities and classes, we have a wide variety to keep you busy. There are always some of your favorites and a few of items found around the house or garage! new ones to try. »  These activities are designed for adults with developmental disabilities (age 18+). »  You can also access program information and register online at www.728communityed.com. »  Participants are asked to register a staff or family member (age 16+) if personal care assistance is needed. »  If attending alone, the participant should be able to function independently in a group setting, follow simple directions, and communicate their needs. »  All reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of the participants. »  Please allow at least one week to make accommodations; this includes sign language interpretation. »  Community Education welcomes persons of all abilities to participate in any of the activities throughout this brochure. EVENTS & ACTIVITIES CLASSES »  Dec 14 Christmas Cookie Decorating Party »  Jan 6 No-Sew Sock Penguin »  Dec 17 Holiday Movie at Handke »  Jan 13 Malted Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix »  Dec 20 Holiday Carols and Sweet Treats »  Jan 20 Winter Luminaries: Snowy Pinecone »  Jan 4 Bingo Blast Flameless Candle Jars »  Jan11 Uno Tournament Birds in the Snow: Winter Art Project »  Jan 18 Color Enthusiast Club »  Feb 3 Valentine Snack Mix »  Jan 27 Winter Birthday Celebration »  Feb 8 Scavenger Collage »  Feb 11 Friday Night Movie at Handke »  Feb 17 Pinecone Bird Feeder »  Feb 15 Game Night »  Feb 24 Button Art on Canvas »  Feb 22 H.O.P.E. Spring Kick Off »  Mar 3 Stretchy Beaded Bracelets »  Feb 28 Movin’ and Groovin’ with Friends »  Mar 10 Chick Magnets »  Mar 1 Color Enthusiast Club »  Mar 22 Cherry Blossom Tree Painting »  Mar 17 St. Patty’s Day Bingo »  Mar 31 »  Mar 25 Friday Night Movie at Handke LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! www.facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 23

ADULTS BASIC EDUCATION EXPERIENCE NEW OPPORTUNITIES SUCCESS IN-PERSON CLASSES ł NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA? ł IMPROVE BASIC SKILLS The Elk River Learning Lab now offers 3 Adult Secondary Adult Basic Education (ABE) is for learners who need goal-specific Credential Options. basic skills such as: ►GED »  Accuplacer and College Prep »  The four tests in the GED battery measure academic »  Returning to the workforce or changing careers competencies. »  Helping children with homework »  To take the official tests, you must be 19 years of age or older and »  ASVAB preparation have a valid, current government-issued photo ID. If you are 17 or »  Keyboarding and Computer Basics 18 years old and are not currently enrolled in high school, we can apply for your age waiver. ONLINE! DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES »  The cost per subject area of the GED is $30. Official practice tests are $6 each. Ask about how you may be able to study off-site in the comfort of your »  The Elk River Learning Lab will provide instruction to help you home! prepare for the exam, help you develop a study plan, and guide you through the process of registering for the official exams. »  Prepare for the GED »  Brush up on English, Reading, Writing, or Math skills ►CREDIT RECOVERY DIPLOMA »  Self-paced, individualized programs »  Credit recovery diploma is available to qualifying adults age 18 »  Flexible and Convenient and older. »  LIVE Interactive classes »  Coursework for missing credits is completed in an independent study program using online courses. Enroll in our online program designed for adults to brush up on skills »  High school transcripts will be evaluated to determine which using online materials and the support of a trained teacher. credits and coursework are needed. JOIN OUR TEAM OF ABE AND ESL VOLUNTEERS ►STATE STANDARD ADULT HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Here’s your opportunity to make a contribution to your community in a This state standard adult high school diploma is competency-based, personal way. Classroom and one-to-one volunteers are needed for a aligning to Minnesota’s current K-12 graduation standards and embeds: variety of positions: classroom assistant, clerical assistant and technology assistant. Work with individuals or small groups tutoring basic skills or »  College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) for Adult English as a Second Language. If you would like to learn more about Education becoming a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 763-433-4221. »  Academic, Career and Employability Skills (ACES) Transitions FREE CHILDCARE! Integration Framework Free on-site childcare is available for some »  Northstar Digital Literacy Standards Adult Basic Education and English as a Second Language classes. Please see any ABE/ESL staff The Minnesota State Adult Diploma Competency Domains include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Career Development and Employability member for registration assistance. Skills, including Digital Literacy Skills, Social Studies and Science. Schedule an intake appointment with a staff member of the Elk River Learning Lab to answer your questions and determine the route best for you. 24 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ADULTS ABE/ESL 2022 CLASS INFORMATION WINTER 2022 » Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm » Tuesday & Wednesday 1:00-4:00pm » Tuesday 4:00-7:00pm Not meeting Dec 20-31, Jan 17, 27, 28, Feb 21, Mar 14-18 and May 30 ONLINE! WINTER 2022 (Schedules are subject to change.) » Conversation: Mondays 10:00am-12:00pm » Reading: Mondays 4:30-6:00pm » Pronunciation: Thursdays 4:30-6:00pm » Beginner ESL: Fridays 10:00-11:00am » Citizenship: Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm Schedule an appointment to determine the route best for you. Picture yourself here! The highlight of the graduation ceremony CONTACT INFORMATION is when student speakers share their inspirational stories!  Elk River Learning Lab WE CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESS! Community Education at The Handke Center 1170 Main Street, Elk River, MN 55330 q 763-241-3400 x5525 E [email protected]  www.728communityed.com After completing their GED® or adult diploma, Metro North Adult Basic Coordinator: Sherry Smith Education’s participants are invited to attend our consortium’s annual Instructor: Rallou Rice graduation ceremony. This gives our graduates the opportunity to Instructor: Leah Cason celebrate achieving their goals with friends and family. After skipping our 2020 ceremony, ABE staff was excited to honor those who CLASSROOM LOCATION participated in the 2021 event. Handke Center - Room 221 ł ESL FOR ADULTS English as a Second Language (ESL) is training for individuals whose first language is not English. Training is designed to help participants with: » Speaking Interested in learning more about SCAN HERE » Reading Adult Basic Education and English classes? » Listening » Writing » Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) » Citizenship » Online classes available Beginning, intermediate, and advanced level classes or Scan the QR code on the right with your individualized instruction are available. phone to access our interest form and one of our ABE staff will contact you! ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 25

EARLY CHILDHOOD ECFE WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES? »  A variety of age-appropriate activities will be set up in the classroom. »  You and your child can choose what you want to try; we encourage you to “take your child’s lead” and enjoy the time together. »  At times we will do group activities with all parents and children. EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION (ECFE) WHAT HAPPENS DURING PARENT DISCUSSION TIME? FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN BIRTH TO BEFORE KINDERGARTEN »  While your child participates in the children’s time in the ECFE classroom with the Early Childhood Educator, you’ll meet with »  ECFE is based on the idea that the family provides a child’s first parents and the ECFE Parent Educator. and most significant learning environment and parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. Parents shape a child’s »  Parent discussion will be in the children’s room for parents with young development and set the stage for future learning and growth. children; it will be in another room for parents with older children. »  ECFE offers a variety of classes that provide information, »  It’s a comfortable situation where you’ll be able to talk about the encouragement and support for children AND their parents. joys and concerns of parenting. You’ll be able to take time to look at and consider many ideas. Research tells us that getting information »  ECFE offers hands-on learning opportunities for you to explore new and support for our role as parents is one of the most important experiences, meet other families, and grow and learn together with things we can do for ourselves and our children! your child. WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE CHILDREN’S TIME AND »  ECFE serves all families in ISD 728 with children age birth to HOW WILL PARENTS BE INVOLVED? Kindergarten. »  The children participate in both teacher-led and child-initiated »  All ECFE instructing staff have, at minimum, a four-year degree activities in the classroom when moms, dads or caregivers plus teaching licensure in Parent Education, Early Childhood participate in the discussion. Education or Early Childhood Family Education and provide the quality education parents expect. »  The Early Childhood Educator prepares the room and activities gauged for the children’s ages. »  In some classes, parents take turns working with the teacher in the classroom. This provides an opportunity for parents to observe children’s time and how their child responds. It also provides an opportunity to learn more about children’s development and behavior. It’s a chance to get involved and have fun! WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE COME TO ECFE PARENT/ SEPARATING & CHILD ACTIVITIES? NON-SEPARATING CLASSES »  Staff will greet you and the room will be set up with age- Separating classes are classes where the appropriate activities. parents move to a different room for parent discussion and children remain »  Usually there are three parts to the sessions: time together for parents and children, parent discussion time and children’s activity in their classroom for activities. and exploration time. »  Non-separating classes are classes where the parent discussion is in the room with the children; separating classes are classes where the parents move to a different room and children remain in their classroom for activities. FEES TO0 EXPENSIVE? Non-separating classes are classes where the parent discussion is in If you can't participate in a class due to the cost, please call our office at 763.241.3524. We can the room with the children. arrange to reduce or even waive the fee! 26 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

MULTI-AGE EARLY CHILDHOOD ł ONES ► AGE 12-24 MONTHS Come join us in our creative learning environment designed for curious, busy, on-the-go toddlers. Engage with other parents and a parent educator exploring toddler development, ways to expand learning at home, and encouraging language development. This is a non- separating class. New families may join any time as space permits. Mondays Jan 10-May 16* | 15 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $105 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EETONES01W22 *Not meeting Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 14, Apr 11 Research has shown that music can improve a child's memory, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS ► AGE 12 cognitive development, learning skills and expressive ability. MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY ł INFANTS ► AGE BIRTH-12 MONTHS Children learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in a growth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physical Having a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. and cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. Parents will discuss We are here to support you in this amazing and exciting transition. These ways to support developmental milestones, ways to make learning fun relaxing and informative classes are led by a Parent Educator and offer and discipline techniques. This is a separating class. discussions on development, schedules and feeding. Come for some uninterrupted time with your infant and an opportunity to meet other Mondays Jan 10-May 16* | 15 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $105 parents. This is a non-separating class. Class is free, but please register. Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EETODDL01W22 *Not meeting Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 14, Apr 11 Mondays Jan 10-May 16* | 15 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EEINFAN01W22 Tuesdays Jan 11-May 17* | 17 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $119 *Not meeting Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 14, Apr 11 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL04W22 *Not meeting Mar 15, Apr 12 BIRTH TO THREE ► AGE BIRTH-36 MONTHS Tuesdays Jan 11-May 17* | 17 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $119 Enjoy time with your child and be creative, engage in active play Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETODDL02W22 and share in circle time activities. Parenting time will be in the child's *Not meeting Mar 15, Apr 12 classroom in a non-separating atmosphere. This class is free for children under 12 months. Wednesdays Jan 12-May 18* | 17 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $119 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EETODDL07W22 Tuesdays Jan 11-May 17* | 17 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $119 *Not meeting Mar 16, Apr 13 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEBIRTH02W22 *Not meeting Mar 15, Apr 12 Thursdays Jan 13-May 19* | 16 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $112 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EETODDL03W22 Wednesdays Jan 12-May 18* | 17 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $119 *Not meeting Feb 3, Mar 17, Apr 14 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH05W22 *Not meeting Mar 16, Apr 13 Thursdays Jan 13-May 19* | 16 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $112 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL05W22 Thursdays Jan 13-May 19* | 16 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $112 *Not meeting Feb 3, Mar 17, Apr 14 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEBIRTH03W22 *Not meeting Feb 3, Mar 17, Apr 14 Fridays Jan 14-May 20* | 14 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $98 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EETODDL08W22 Friday Jan 14-May 20* | 14 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $98 *Not meeting Feb 4, 11, Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH01W22 *Not meeting Feb 4, 11, Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 Fridays Jan 14-May 20* | 14 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $98 Prairie Center Activity Room Otsego | #EETODDL06W22 Fridays Jan 14-May 20* | 14 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $98 *Not meeting Feb 4, 11, Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 Prairie Center Activity Room Otsego | #EEBIRTH04W22 *Not meeting Feb 4, 11, Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 27

EARLY CHILDHOOD MULTI-AGE \"You always knew it was going to be a good day when you PARTICIPANT/SIBLING saw the parachute come out!\" - Every child at school CHILDCARE @ HANDKE ł TWOS ► AGE 24-36 MONTHS EDVENTURE CLUB PARTICIPANT/SIBLING CHILDCARE Two-year-olds are growing at high speed! They require guidance and limits as they try new things in their world. Our classrooms are set up EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children/siblings of to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, program participants by staff specifically trained in Early Childhood create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain best practices. Please note: Participant/Sibling childcare is confidence, trust and independence as their parents separate for their offered for the Handke Center classes only. facilitator-led parent education that focuses on child development, parenting and parent-child relationships. This is a separating class. »  This is a pay-in-advance program. »  The registration deadline Monday prior to the week care is Tuesdays Jan 11-May 17* | 17 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $119 Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EEFTWOS02W22 needed. *Not meeting Mar 15, Apr 12 »  Changes to your child's attendance schedule are due Wednesdays Jan 12-May 18* | 17 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $119 by 11:59pm on Wednesday of the week prior to planned Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EEFTWOS01W22 attendance. Schedule change requests are pending until *Not meeting Mar 16, Apr 13 approved by the office. »  Requests for additional days of care made after the registration łMO TNHTRHESE-KSI,NFDOEURRGSA,RFTIVEENSE►NTRAYGE 36 deadline will be added to a waiting list. You will be notified by email only if the site is able to accommodate the request. This is a time of investigating and experimenting for your child. Explore with your preschool age child and discover the world of math, literacy HOW DO I REGISTER? and social play. Parents will discuss topics focused on Kindergarten preparation as well as topics selected by the group. This is a separating »  Register at https://isd728.ce.eleyo.com; payment is not due at class. time of registration. Thursdays Jan 13-May 19* | 16 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $112 »  Your childcare account will be invoiced by 5pm on Thursday Handke Center Rm 1 Door 6 | #EEPTHRE01W22 the week prior to scheduled attendance with auto payments *Not meeting Feb 3, Mar 17, Apr 14 processed on Friday of the week prior to attendance. PLEASE NOTE: »  Schedules and payments are online only: email and phone registrations will not be accepted. The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. »  Scheduled days can be completed weekly or monthly; you will Register Early to insure we don’t cancel be invoiced weekly. a class you are hoping to take. PLEASE NOTE: »  Site staff cannot accept registrations, changes or cancellations. »  Care is offered for classes at Handke Center only. FEES: »  $3 per session (day) per child. Care is available for classes that have the Program Participant Childcare program icon next to the title or class. COOKING WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER ► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Cook with your child! This unique class offers a new cooking activity every week using the LANA (Learning About Nutrition through Activities) program. This is a non-separating class for you and your child to build connections and learn skills through cooking. Circle time is included. Tuesdays Jan 11-Mar 8 | 9 sessions | 2:30-3:30pm | $63 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 6 | #EEPCO3601W22 28 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

MULTI-AGE | PARENTING EARLY CHILDHOOD HIKE WITH ECFE ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT Explore Woodland Trail, located right here in Elk River! We will meet at HOME this fabulous local park and experience how to support your child's interest in the outdoors. This new class will start with a grounding circle time and »  BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers will then head out onto the trail to explore. We will meet rain or shine! who are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement because of negative behaviors. Thursdays Apr 7-May 19* | 6 sessions | 3:00-4:00pm | $10 Woodland Trails Park Elk River | #EEKHIKE01P22 »  BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build *Not meeting Apr 14 positive behavior skills. NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN »  BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, ENTRY emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinate expertise and resources for success. Come to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best- kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger »  For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. hunts, learn about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest) and relax »  BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a in the outdoors with stories and circle time! FREE admission; no registration necessary. part of Wright County Family Service. Mondays Apr 4-May 16 | 7 sessions | 10:00-11:30am | $0 YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT OR Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | #EDDNATU01P22 PARENTING TEENS DROP-IN PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN »  This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with ENTRY information about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. Looking for something fun and interactive to do with your child? Drop in at ECFE and play in one of the ECFE rooms, gym or playground (when »  It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be available). First-come, first-served; space is limited to 25 total (adults in school. and children). Family childcare providers must meet child-to-adult ratios for the children they bring. »  For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High Pay at door: Fee: $2.50/child without pass; School. $10 for 5-day pass »  Home visits are also available. Wednesdays Jan 12-May 18* | 11:00am-12:30pm »  This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 *Not meeting Mar 16, Apr 13 High School and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. EXPERIENCE THIS! »  Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during the school year. STEAM ► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN »  Classes are free. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS Mathematics. This unique class helps children build science- related knowledge and offers creative ways for your children to »  This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at express themselves. This is a non-separating class for you and the ECFE center. your child to build connections and learning skills through the world of STEAM! Circle time is included. »  Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, as well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child Tuesdays Mar 22-May 17* | 8 sessions | 2:30-3:30pm | $56 development, parenting and community resources. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #EEPST3601P22 *Not meeting Apr 12 »  Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. »  There is no fee for home visits WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 29

EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL | SCREENING DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL ► AGES 3-5 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING Discover a place where children can explore, learn, laugh and grow! Discovery Learning Preschool, offered through ISD 728 Early Childhood Early Childhood Screening is an opportunity for Family Education, is a highly recognized and sought-after program with a children and their parents to participate in a free 4-star rating from Parent Aware, an independent nonprofit organization of health and developmental screening after their Minnesota business and community leaders using private sector strategies 3rd birthday. State law requires screening for all to improve school readiness. A 4-star rating is an indicator a program is children starting preschool or kindergarten in a using the practices that best prepare children for kindergarten. public school, ideally at age 3. Discovery Learning Preschool offers professionally trained, caring WHO NEEDS TO BE SCREENED? teachers, customized preschool experiences for your child in a safe and fun environment and, as part of the school district, the program All children living in District 728 who are 3, 4, or 5 years old and are has access to the district’s resources. Conveniently offered in Elk River, not currently enrolled in Kindergarten need to participate in this free Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman with a variety of daytime programming, screening program before entering Kindergarten, or have an equivalent Discovery Learning Preschool is sure to fit your child’s needs. screening from a doctor. Children who attend Head Start or Early Childhood Special Education Services programs may not have to ENGAGING CLASSROOMS participate in Early Childhood Screening. COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUMS REASONS TO SCREEN AT AGE 3 TRANSPORTATION »  Screening assists your child to be ready for Kindergarten. »  Health and developmental problems/concerns can be identified PARENT INVOLVEMENT earlier and help provided sooner; families may be referred to community health and educational services including School Readiness Preschool and ECFE. »  Screening is free, easy and good for your child. SAFETY IS SCREENING REQUIRED? REGISTER FOR THE 2021-2022 (CURRENT SCHOOL Minnesota state law requires that your child must be screened for YEAR) DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL CLASSES enrollment in a public school. Children are not permitted to enter public school without having Early Childhood Screening and up-to-date If you are interested in applying for Discovery Learning Preschool immunizations. If you are planning to send your child to private or home 2021-2022, please contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. A $49 school, the screening is not required by law; however, we still encourage non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration (or will be waived you to participate. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to find out how if requesting fee assistance). You will need to provide family and child your child is developing. information, emergency contact information, medical info (allergies, asthma, etc.) and Early Childhood Screening information when registering. IF YOUR CHILD HAS NOT ALREADY BEEN SCREENED If applying for reduced or waived tuition, income information and verification is required; income guidelines are provided when registering Be sure to set up an appointment before your child begins Discovery online or on page 33 of this brochure. If you need more information, or Learning Preschool; MN state law requires all children must be screened would like to visit one of our classrooms to meet a Parent Educator or for enrollment in public school. preschool staff member, contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. SCHEDULE A SCREENING APPOINTMENT! Screenings are done by appointment only. You can schedule one online at www.isd728.org/ecs-schedule or call 763-241-3525. You will first be asked to complete and submit online registration forms. You will then schedule an in-person appointment. The 2022-2023 (next school year) Discovery Learning Preschool brochure will be mailed to ISD 728 residents with children age 3-4 in January 2022. 30 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

DISCOVERY LEARNING CHILDCARE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING Extend your child's preschool day with EdVenture CHILDCARE FOR 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR Club Discovery Learning wrap-around childcare! Community Education offers childcare services to extend your child’s experience with Discovery Learning Preschool. Childcare is available for all Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. For the 2021-2022 school year, your child must be age 3 by Sep 1, 2021 and they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. When registering for childcare, you choose the times that work best Student attending AM Preschool at Prairie View and needing childcare for your schedule. Registration is due on Monday the week prior to before and/or after Preschool: attendance. This program is eligible for county assistance. »  Parent can schedule childcare from 7-9am at Prairie View, or drop With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, off child at 9am at Prairie View for the start of class. we provide a quality program that complements the Discovery Learning program curriculum. Students will be escorted between our childcare »  Children registered for after school childcare will be bussed from program and the Discovery Learning classroom by our high-quality staff. Prairie View to Otsego after morning classes. 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. »  Parent will pick up child from Otsego Elementary before 5:30pm. Please note: Childcare for students attending Discovery Learning Student attending PM Preschool at Prairie View and needing childcare Preschool at Prairie View Elementary/Middle School is available before before and/or after Preschool: AM classes and after PM classes. Childcare after AM classes and before PM classes will be at Otsego Elementary. There is no additional »  Parent can schedule childcare from 7am-1pm at Otsego charge to families for this bussing option between schools. Elementary, or drop off child at 1pm at Prairie View for the start of class. DISCOVERY LEARNING EDVENTURE CLUB DAILY RATES »  Children registered for before school childcare will be bussed from Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman Otsego to Prairie View for afternoon classes. 7:00-9:15am or 3:15-5:30pm $10 »  Parent will pick up child from Prairie View before 5:30pm. If you have additional questions about the EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club office at 763-241-3544. To register for these childcare options, set up an account at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. Registration for school year 2021-2022 is now open. 7:00am-1:15pm or 11:15am-5:30pm $22 7:00-9:15am and 11:15am-5:30pm $28 I know when my daughter attends 7:00am-1:15pm and 3:15-5:30pm $28 EdVenture Club wrap-around 7:00am-5:30pm (non-school days) $38 childcare she is safe and enjoys Discovery Learning sliding fee scale does not apply to EdVenture spending time with her friends. Club-Childcare fees. District transportation to and from EdVenture Club- Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsible ~Participant Mother to transport when using EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 31

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCWLAIMSSLCEASLSEONNDSAR WINTER-SPRING ECFE CLASSES AT A GLANCE ECFE SITE MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Handke 9:00-10:30am 9:00-10:30am 9:00-10:30am 9:00-10:30am 9:00-10:15am Center Ones Twos Twos Toddlers & Birth to Three Preschoolers 10:30am-12:00pm 10:00-11:30am 10:45am-12:15pm 11:00am-12:30pm Nature Play Toddlers & Drop-in Play 12 months-K Entry Toddlers & (Apr/May) Preschoolers 10:45am-12:15pm Preschoolers 12 months-K Entry 10:45am-12:15pm 12 months-K Entry 3s, 4s, 5s Toddlers & 2:30-3:30pm 3:00-4:00pm Preschoolers Hike with ECFE Cooking (Feb-Mar) 12 months-K Entry STEAM (Mar-May) (Apr/May) 4:30-5:30pm 12 months-K Entry Infants Birth-12 Months Prairie 9:00-10:15am Center, Birth to Three Otsego 10:30am-12:00pm Rogers Elementary Toddlers & Zimmerman Preschoolers Elementary 12 months-K Entry 9:00-10:15am 9:00-10:30am Birth to Three Toddlers & 10:30am-12:00pm Preschoolers Toddlers & 12 months-K Entry Preschoolers 12 10:45am-12:00pm months-K Entry Birth to Three 9:00-10:30am Toddlers & Preschoolers 12 months-K Entry 10:45am-12:00pm Birth to Three ERCeFaEd our BLOG 312 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

DISCOVERY LEARNING CHILDECAFERE EXEPAERRILYENCCEHILDHOOD ECFE REGISTRATION WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL? If you need to cancel from a class, we will pro-rate the fee and HOW DO I REGISTER? issue a refund. There are no refunds for missed classes due to You can register by phone at 763-241-3524, by mail, online at illness or inclement weather. Credits will be issued, if requested, www.728communityed.com, or in person at the ECFE Office for classes canceled due to inclement weather.
 located at the Handke Center. DOES MY CHILD NEED TO HAVE UP-TO-DATE WHEN SHOULD I REGISTER? IMMUNIZATIONS BEFORE ATTENDING? We take registrations until classes fill and take names for a wait Per Minnesota law, up-to-date immunizations, medical exemption, list when necessary. or a notarized objection letter must be submitted with registration and will be kept in the minor child’s record. WHAT ARE THE FEES? Fees are based on the number of times the class meets. Full WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS SPECIAL NEEDS? payment is due when you register online. A sliding fee scale is We welcome persons of all abilities to participate in our classes below. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay. and activities. If any special accommodations are needed, please Please call our office to ask questions, make other arrangements, let us know at the time you register. We are not able to provide or to have fees waived or reduced. transportation to classes unless specifically noted. 2021-2022 ISD 728 ECFE Sliding Fee Scale Household Size Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 39,869 + 31,895 - 39,868 27,154-31,894 22,413-27,153 0 - 22,412 3 50,229 + 40,183 - 50,228 34,210-40,182 28,237-34,209 0 - 28,236 4 60,589 + 48,471 - 60,588 41,266-48,470 34,061-41,265 0 - 34,060 5 70,949 + 56,759 - 70,948 48,322-56,758 39,885-48,321 0 - 39,884 6 81,209 + 65,047 - 81,208 55,278-65,046 45,709-55,277 0 - 45,708 If more than 6 people, add this amount for 12,432 10,360 8,288 7,056 5,824 each additional person ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ Discovery Learning Reduced Tuition Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 day 2 1/2 hour $135/month $102/month $68/month $34/month $0/month + Parent/Child Night $1,215/year $918/year $612/year $306/year $0/year 3 day 2 1/2 hour $195/month $146/month $1,314/ $98/month $49/month $0/month $1,755/year year $882/year $441/year $0/year 4 day 2 1/2 hour $266/month $200/month $133/month $67/month $0/month $2,394/year $1,800/year $1,197/year $603/year $0/year 4 day 6 1/5 hour $800/month $600/month $400/month $200/month $0/month 5 day 2 1/2 hour $7,200/year $5,400/year $3,600/year $1,800/year $0/year $331/ month $248/month $166/month $83/month $0/month $2,979/year $2,232/year $1,494/year $747/year $0/year Online Academy $135/month $102/month $67/month $34/month $0/month $1,264/year $948/year $632/year $316/year $0/year Please Note: Sibling Care is offered during parent days schedule at the Handke Center for siblings of the child attending Discovery Learning Preschool. See page 31 for registration information. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 33

YOUTH EDVENTURE CLUB BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL LOCATIONS MORE THAN CHILDCARE CONVENIENT FUN ELK RIVER EdVenture Club is a unique program that AFFORDABLE Lincoln Elementary combines fun enrichment activities with extended Meadowvale Elementary* hours for your convenience! EdVenture Club SAFE provides a quality extended day experience Parker Elementary* that complements the school day and includes Twin Lakes Elementary* enrichment activities for reading and math, physical education, science, art and more for OTSEGO grades K-5 (also serving grade 6 at Prairie View Middle School). Healthy snacks and juice are Otsego Elementary* provided daily. Prairie View Elementary/Middle School* ► MORNING PROGRAM ROGERS Students attend between 6:00am and school starting time Monday Hassan Elementary* through Friday. Games, gym time, playground, other choices and Rogers Elementary* enrichment activities are available. Enrichment activities are planned up to three times per week. ZIMMERMAN ► AFTERNOON PROGRAM Westwood Elementary (before school only) Zimmerman Elementary* Students attend after school until 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Each day includes enrichment and recreation activities. Site schedules listing (serves Westwood after school) activities by days and grade levels are posted weekly. *Also a Non-School Days Site ► SIBLING DISCOUNT EdVenture Club offers a discounted rate for additional siblings for before and after school care. This discount will be applied by the office at the time of invoicing. ► REGISTER ONLINE: www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. 2021-22 ELK RIVER, OTSEGO & ROGERS 2021-22 ZIMMERMAN AREA & ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS # of days Before School After School # of days Before School After School 1 day/week 6:00am - School start time School end time - 6:00pm 1 day/week 6:00am - School start time School end time - 6:00pm 2 days/week 2 days/week 3 days/week $16 $18 3 days/week $14 $18 4 days/week $26 $31 4 days/week $21 $31 5 days/week $33 $37 5 days/week $28 $37 $39 $43 $35 $43 $45 $49 $39 $49 34 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

BEEDFVOERNET/UAFRTEECRLSUCBHNOOONL-CSHCIHLODOCLARDEAYSEXPERYIOEUNCTEH EDVENTURE CLUB NON-SCHOOL DAYS ►MONDAY MAR 14 | PI DAY March 14th is a celebration of Pi, but not the pie you eat. Join us to Non-school days are offered on days that school is not in session learn more about this annual celebration. due to time off for holidays or staff development. Fun enrichment activities are offered. Students are divided by grade levels for the ►TUESDAY MAR 15 | GETTIN’ OUTDOORS planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education, Check out these fun outdoor crafts that will make you want to get games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring outdoors! a bag lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. Activities are held 9:00am-3:00pm, with the sites open ►WEDNESDAY MAR 16 | MAGNETIC CRAFTING 6:00am-6:00pm. In the event of low or high enrollment, sites may be Delight in making some adorable magnetic crafts you can keep, or combined or additional sites opened. Serves grades K-5 at all sites give to a friend and grade 6 at Prairie View Middle School. EdVenture Club offers a discounted rate for additional siblings for Non-School Days care. This ►THURSDAY MAR 17 | ST. PATRICK’S DAY discount will be applied by the office at the time of invoicing. Bring out your green! St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday to celebrate Irish culture. Join us as we play games and create fun, Irish-themed crafts. ►THURSDAY DEC 23 | MAGNIFICENT MOOSE ►FRIDAY MAR 18 | EMU Is it moose, mooses or meese? Discover how wonderful this giant The emu is the cousin to the ostrich, but the two birds are very really is and more! different. Join us for a day of emu fun and facts. ►TUESDAY DEC 28 | MONKEY AROUND DAY! REGISTRATION Monkey Around Day is not a time to be shy, sensible, or logical. So, Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for Non-School whatever you do…be silly! Days Childcare at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. ►WEDNESDAY DEC 29 | CREATIVE COZY CRAFTING Fee: $41/first child; 10% discount for additional child(ren) in family Winter is a great time to work on crafts, so head on over as we spend NON-SCHOOL the day creating and having fun! DAY LOCATIONS ►THURSDAY, DEC 30 | GOOD TIMES ELK RIVER With a new year just hours away, we will enjoy time socializing, Meadowvale Elementary crafting, and playing games. Parker Elementary ►MONDAY JAN 17 | CREATIVE CANVAS Twin Lakes Elementary Spend a day creating three different art projects using different mediums and designs. OTSEGO ►FRIDAY JAN 28 | WHAT DAY IS IT? Otsego Elementary What’s so special about January 28? Well, are you aware that it’s Prairie View Elementary/Middle School Clash Your Clothes Day and National Blueberry Pancake Day? Join us as we discover even more unusual events happening on this day. ROGERS ►THURSDAY FEB 3 | MINECRAFT Rogers Elementary Let’s check into creative mode! Explore more about Minecraft without Hassan Elementary using a screen. ZIMMERMAN ►FRIDAY FEB 4 | CICADAS What is so special about the Cicada? Why do people get so excited Zimmerman Elementary or nervous about a bug? Spend the day exploring this bug that emerges once every seventeen years! ►MONDAY FEB 21 | WOLVES These remarkable animals are one of nature's finest creatures. Gain an understanding of wolves and discover why these canines are not so big and bad. ►FRIDAY MAR 11 | CACTUS FUN Succulent plants come in many different shapes and sizes. Keep your eyes peeled for those sharp spines as you join us to learn more! ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 1352

AQUATICS LESSONS EXPERIENCE FRIENDSHIPS SUPPORT WATER SAFETY PARENT/CHILD: WATER BABIES ► AGE 6-24 MONTHS W/PARENT This class introduces your infant/toddler to the water while teaching you techniques to safely orient them to this new environment. We will focus on kicks, floats, and submersion. You can expect a lot of songs and splashing while your child explores the water. Child must be at least six months old, and parent/adult must accompany them at each class. Children should wear swim diapers. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB01W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB04W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:25pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:25pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB02W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB05W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:25pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:25pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB03W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB06W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 PARENT/TOT: WATER ACCLIMATION ► AGE 2-4 W/PARENT Parent/Tot: Water Acclimation teaches swimming readiness skills while building confidence in the water. Children will be introduced to flutter kicks, front and back floats, jumping in, and glides. All skills are done with parent/guardian assistance; a parent/guardian must accompany their student in the pool at each class. There are no prerequisites. Children who are not toilet trained should wear swim diapers. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA01W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA04W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA02W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA05W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessons | 7:00-7:25pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA03W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA06W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 PARENT/CHILD: TRANSITION ► AGE 3+ This class is created for students working toward independent swimming, but who are not yet comfortable leaving their parent/guardian. Adult and child will work together to develop skills crucial for learning to swim and promote safety in the water. Adults can expect to be in the water for the first few classes. As the session progresses, parents will transition to the pool deck and, finally, to the stands. Students will focus on learning to listen to an instructor without their parent in the water. There are no prerequisites for this class. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 4:30-4:55pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 4:30-4:55pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN01W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN03W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $49 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN02W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN04W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 36 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

YOUTLHESSONS AQUATICS LITTLE SWIMMERS ► AGE 3+ Our Little Swimmers level is the perfect introduction to the basic skills necessary for swimming. The goal is to get your student comfortable with the water, being held, and going underwater. Focus is on independent water entry/exit, rolling over, jumping to an instructor, underwater bobs, front and back floats. There are no prerequisites for this class. Parents/guardians are welcome to participate in the water with their student. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $49 The water safety skills learned during swim VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS01W22 lessons will benefit your child for a lifetime. *Not meeting Feb 13 LEVEL 1: BEGINNERS ► AGE 3+ Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $49 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS02W22 Level 1 is designed to get students comfortable with the water, learning *Not meeting Feb 13 basic aquatic skills and safe practices in and around water. We will focus on bobs, front and back floats, front and back glides, kicks, front crawl, Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $49 elementary backstroke arms, and treading water. VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS03W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $49 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS04W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL101W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $49 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS05W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL102W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $49 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS06W22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL103W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 *Not meeting Feb 13 VANDENBERGE POOL Sundays Mar 2-May 22* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL104W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Lessons and Pool Activities are held at Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL105W22 VandenBerge MS | 948 Proctor Rd Elk River *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 »  Only swim wear permitted in the pool. VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL106W22 »  Spectator seating is open during lessons and *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 open swim, unless restricted by COVID Stay Safe ALL SWIMMERS MUST SHOWER Guidelines. BEFORE ENTERING THE POOL »  Showers are required by all participants before entering the pool. »  Use of water wings, floating toys, rafts, inner tubes, life jackets, etc. is not allowed. »  Shoes MAY NOT be worn on pool deck by participants or spectators. »  No food or beverages are allowed on pool deck or in spectator seating area. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 37

AQUATICS LESSONS LEVEL 3: INTERMEDIATE ► AGE 4+ Level 3 introduces rhythmic breathing and builds on the skills learned in Levels 1 and 2 to help students achieve basic water skills. Student must have passed Level 2 to participate, or meet the following prerequisites: »  Front kicks with rhythmic »  Elementary backstroke arms 7 breathing to 10 yards »  Front float 10 seconds »  Elementary backstroke 5 »  Front crawl (freestyle) 7 to 10 yards (with whip kick) yards »  Tread water 10 seconds »  Back kicks 7 to 10 yards »  Sitting dive »  Back float 15 seconds Review prerequisites for each class carefully. Registering for the wrong level can lead to frustration. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 2:00-2:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL301W22 LEVEL 2: ADVANCED BEGINNERS ► AGE 3+ *Not meeting Feb 13 The focus of this Level 2 swim class is horizontal motion. When swimmers put their faces in the water willingly, we can start teaching Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $75 motion. We will focus on front and back float, front crawl, elementary VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL302W22 backstroke, treading water, and sitting dives. Student must have passed Level 1 to participate, or meet the following prerequisites: *Not meeting Feb 13 »  Bob underwater 10 times »  Back kicks 5 yards with Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 2:00-2:50pm | $75 »  Front float 7 seconds kickboard or barbell VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL303W22 »  Front glide »  Front kicks 5 yards with »  Elementary backstroke arms 3 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 yards (using any kick) kickboard or barbell Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $75 »  Front crawl (Scoops) 3 yards »  Tread water 5 seconds using VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL304W22 »  Back float 10 seconds arms and kicks »  Back glide *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 »  Front glide 2 yards rolling into a back float LEVEL 4: ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE ► AGE 4+ »  Back glide for 2 yards rolling Level 4 improves student's proficiency in swimming strokes and builds into a front float on endurance. Student must have passed Level 3, or meet the following prerequisites to participate: Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $75 »  Front float (can take breaths) »  Tread water 30 seconds, hips VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL201W22 30 seconds, body straight below shoulders *Not meeting Feb 13 »  Front crawl with rhythmic »  Dolphin kick 10 yards Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 breathing (freestyle) 15 yards »  Kneeling dive VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL202W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 »  Backstroke (back crawl) 10 yards Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL203W22 Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL401W22 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 *Not meeting Feb 13 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL204W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL402W22 *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 38 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

LESSONSYO|UATCHTIVITIES AQUATICS LEVEL 5: SWIMMERS ► AGE 5+ Level 5 is a skill-based class focusing on helping participants refine their performance of all six swimming strokes. Student must have passed Level 4 to participate. Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $75 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL501W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 22* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $75 End your weekend with a great workout! VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL502W22 Lap Swim is available on Sundays from 7:30-9:00pm. *Not meeting Apr 17, May 8 PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level of swim lessons. Focus will be on individual goals. of swim lessons. Focus will be on individual goals in a group of two or three students. Sundays Jan 9-Feb 20* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $175 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV01W22 Sundays Jan 9-Feb 20* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $125 *Not meeting Feb 13 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI01W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Jan 9-Feb 20* | 6 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $175 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV02W22 Sundays Jan 9-Feb 20* | 6 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $125 *Not meeting Feb 13 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI02W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 1* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $175 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV03W22 Sundays Mar 20-May 1* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $125 *Not meeting Apr 17 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI03W22 *Not meeting Feb 13 Sundays Mar 20-May 1* | 6 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $175 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV04W22 Sundays Mar 20-May 1* | 6 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $125 *Not meeting Apr 17 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI04W22 *Not meeting Apr 17 OPEN SWIM! LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ OPEN SWIM ► ALL AGES Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees! Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around. Open swim Pay at the door: $5/day or $40/10-day pass is lifeguard-supervised for all ages. Children 6 and under who cannot swim 20 yards must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One Sundays Jan 9-May 22* | 7:30-9:00pm to three children age 6 or under per adult in the water. All children VandenBerge MS Pool Door M wearing diapers must wear swim diapers. Groups of 10+, please call *Not available Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 17, May 8 ahead: (763) 241-3520. Pay at the door: $5/person; $15/family (max 6 w/adult in water) Sundays Jan 9-Mar 6* | 12:30-2:00pm ALL SWIMMERS MUST SHOWER VandenBerge MS Pool Door M BEFORE ENTERING THE POOL *Not available Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 17, May 8 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 39

YOUTH LITTLE LEARNERS G2-RKAITNEDFEURLGFAORRTEGNREANNTDRPYARWE/NGTRSA!N►DPAARGEENT(S) This class is designed especially for preschoolers and their important grandparents! Spend time together creating simple arts and crafts projects as we celebrate the important role grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren! There is no cost for grandparents. January: Winter Craft Saturday Jan 22 | 1 session | 10:00am-11:00am $15 One Child/$24 Two Children/$33 Three Children Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01W22 February: Valentine's Craft \"A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, Saturday Feb 12 | 1 session | 10:00am-11:00am and a little bit best friend.\" - Author unknown $15 One Child/$24 Two Children/$33 Three Children Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP02W22 March: Spring-themed Craft DANCE: TWINKLE TOES BALLET AND TAP Saturday Mar 26 | 1 session | 10:00am-11:00am ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT $15 One Child/$24 Two Children/$33 Three Children Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP03W22 Bond with your little one as we explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun. We will April: Easter Decorations focus on dance, movement and balance while teaching peer interaction, Saturday Apr 9 | 1 session | 10:00am-11:00am the dynamics of being in a group, taking turns and other life skills. Our $15 One Child/$24 Two Children/$33 Three Children instructor will keep the music and curriculum moving, while parents take Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01P22 an active role in encouraging, supporting and guiding their little dancer. Please bring both ballet and tap shoes. MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT age 2-3 w/parent Campers will get to ride a real horse, meet and learn about the different Fridays Feb 25-May 6* | 8 sessions | 10:00-10:30am | $35 horses at Boulder Pointe and learn how to groom the horses -- all with Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEA01W22 a focus on safety! In addition, campers will create an art project and *Not meeting Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 have an opportunity to make horse treats to feed their new four-legged friends! Class fee includes parent and child, and parent/guardian is age 4-5 w/parent expected to remain with their camper during the entire duration of the Fridays Feb 25-May 6* | 8 sessions | 10:35am-11:15am | $45 camp. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEB01W22 long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. *Not meeting Mar 11, 18, Apr 15 ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Camps are held rain or shine, as the facility has an indoor barn and arena. Saturday Jan 8 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT01W22 Saturday Feb 12 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 LOCATION Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT02W22 Saturday Mar 12 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT03W22 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen Saturday Apr 9 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT01P22 Saturday May 14| 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT02P22 40 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE ARTS YOUTH HEALTHY SELF-ESTEEM FUN PEER INTERACTIONS DANCE: BALLET & TAP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-8 NEW! GLITTER AND SLIME ► AGE 4-9 Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an Glitter and slime are oh-so-fine! Come explore the messier side of art in atmosphere of discovery and fun. Develop confidence, coordination, this fun-filled class. We will roll up our sleeves and make a mess as we musicality and classroom etiquette through simple imaginative mix up a batch of glitter slime and create an oh-so-silly jar to store it in. exercises, creative routines and dance terminology. Classes are planned Making a mess is the best, especially when you leave the mess with us! per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Please bring both Please pack a nut-free snack and a beverage for your child. ballet and tap shoes. Friday Jan 28 | 1 session | 1:00-4:00pm | $45 age 3-4 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFSLME01W22 Mondays Jan 24-May 16* | 15 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $75 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA01W22 NEW! AMONG US ART ► AGE 5-12 *Not meeting Feb 21, Mar 14 Among Us fans, we're getting all our crewmates together to design some age 5-6 out-of-this-world art! We'll sculpt, paint, draw, and more as we create Mondays Jan 24-May 16* | 15 sessions | 6:00-6:40pm | $75 projects inspired by this popular online game. Please pack a nut-free Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTB01W22 snack and a beverage for your child. *Not meeting Feb 21, Mar 14 Friday Jan 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $45 age 7-8 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFAMNG01W22 Mondays Jan 24-May 16* | 15 sessions | 6:45-7:25pm | $75 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTC01W22 NEW! MARKER ART ► GRADES K-5 *Not meeting Feb 21, Mar 14 Want to try something new with markers? Use your imagination to DANCE: JAZZ & HIP HOP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-10 design a one-of-a-kind colorful canvas using markers and rubbing alcohol. This fun technique will create a masterpiece you will love! Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz! Dance to the latest beats while working on body isolations, bounce, rhythm and Wednesday Jan 19 | 1 session | 3:45-5:15pm | $15 movements influenced by some of today's hottest celebrities and dance Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YAPCLRS01W22 choreographers. Classes are planned per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Wednesday Jan 26 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPCLRS02W22 age 3-5 Tuesdays Jan 25-May 17* | 15 sessions | 6:30-7:10pm | $79 Wednesday Feb 9 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Leistico | #YADHIPA01W22 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | #YAPCLRS03W22 *Not meeting Feb 1, Mar 15 age 5-7 ATTENTION! Tuesdays Jan 25-May 17* | 15 sessions | 7:15-7:50pm | $79 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Leistico | #YADHIPB01W22 Dance students should wear proper dance *Not meeting Feb 1, Mar 15 attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top and bottom. Hair should be pulled back. age 8-10 Join ANYTIME during the sessions! Tuesdays Jan 25-May 17* | 15 sessions | 7:55-8:35pm | $79 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Leistico | #YADHIPC01W22 *Not meeting Feb 1, Mar 15 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 41

YOUTH ARTS NEW! MEGA MESS-MAKING ART CAMP ► AGE 4-9 We'll paint with plaster, tie-dye, make papier-maché birds, and fling paint like Jackson Pollock. We will even learn some art terms along the way. These are not projects to tackle at home -- leave the mess with us! After all, art can be a mega-messy good time! Please pack a nut-free snack and a beverage for your child. Register your entire family for a night of Acrylic Mon-Wed Mar 14-16 | 3 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $105 Pouring - the latest canvas art craze! Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFMGMS01W22 NEW! CANVAS FUN: ACRYLIC POURING FAMILY CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION ► GRADES K-8 NIGHT ► AGE 8+ Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods Come for a night of family fun and check out the latest craze! Experience including hand building, coil, slab and wheel throwing - techniques that the magical world of fluid acrylics and pouring medium. No experience is guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design using required to learn how to create beautiful abstract canvases. You'll pour a variety of glazing options. Projects can be functional, sculptural or paint onto a 9x12\" canvas and watch the magic as the acrylic paints decorative. Wear old clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available flow over the edges. Everyone will create one canvas to take home. for pick-up one week after the last class. Adults are required to attend with participants under age 18. Each family member who wants a canvas must register separately. grades K-4 Mondays Jan 3-Mar 7 | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $79 Thursday Mar 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $39 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA01W22 Rogers MS Art Rm Door A | KidzArt Staff | #AAPCFAP01W22 Mondays Mar 21-May 23 | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $79 GLOW-IN-THE-DARK ART CAMP ► AGE 4-9 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA01P22 These projects will brighten your child's world after the lights go out at grades 4-8 night. All the projects created in this camp will glow in the dark! We'll Mondays Jan 3-Mar 7 | 10 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $79 work with a variety of art supplies that glow, including clay, paint, and Handke Center | Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB01W22 other luminescent materials, and create masterpieces your child will be ready to show off in the dark! Please pack a nut-free snack and a Mondays Mar 21-May 23 | 10 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $79 beverage for your child. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB01P22 Mon-Wed Mar 14-16 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $105 NEW! PARENT & CHILD CREATE NIGHT - Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFGDRK01W22 VALENTINE'S DAY MOSAIC HEART ► AGE 5-12 NEW! APRIL FOOL'S DAY ► AGE 4-9 Are you looking for a new Valentine's Day tradition? Why not share the love as you create glittery heart mosaics with your child using clay, We'll get simply silly as we celebrate April Fool's Day by creating some beads, and more? These mosaics are great to keep or make a perfect unbelievably hilarious craft pranks. Please pack a nut-free snack and a Valentine's Day gift for a friend or loved one. Get ready for some messy beverage for your child. fun, as each parent and child will create their own craft. Tuesday Feb 8 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $49 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFVLNT01W22 Saturday Mar 26 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $45 PLEASE NOTE: Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFSILY01W22 The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. 42 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ARTS YOUTH NEW! FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS ► GRADES 3-5 Did you know that February is International Friendship Month? Celebrate by creating a beautiful friendship bracelet for yourself or to share. Spend the afternoon with your friends having fun and learning a new skill! Wednesday Feb 9 | 1 session | 3:45-5:15pm | $15 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YAFBCLT01W22 Wednesday Feb 16 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFBCLT02W22 Wednesday Feb 23 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Stay after school and create friendship bracelets for yourself Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | #YAFBCLT03W22 and your friend, or explore the world of Vincent Van Gogh! Wednesday May 11 | 1 session | 3:30-5:00pm | $19 NEW! VAN GOGH - STARRY NIGHT ► GRADES 3-5 Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | #YAFMCRO01P22 Explore the vivid world of Vincent Van Gogh and recreate his famous NEW! MONDRIAN ART ► GRADES K-5 Starry Night painting with a twist! It doesn't matter what your artistic skill level is; every artist can appreciate the energy and beauty of one of the Have you heard of Piet Mondrian? He was a Dutch artist most famous most recognized pieces of art in the world. for his use of simple geometric elements. Explore his influence on modern art and create an awesome piece of art using his famous Wednesday Mar 2 | 1 session | 3:15-4:30pm | $19 abstract style. Westwood Elem A110 Art Room | #YAFSTNT01W22 Tuesday Feb 15 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Tuesday Mar 8 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YAPMNDN01W22 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YAFSTNT02W22 Tuesday Feb 22 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Wednesday Mar 9 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAPMNDN02W22 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFSTNT03W22 Thursday Feb 24 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 NEW! MOTHERS' DAY MUG ► GRADES K-5 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | #YAPMNDN03W22 Paint your own one-of-a-kind mug! Using a variety of food-safe glazes, ATTENTION! personalize an unfinished clay mug for Mom, Grandma, or someone special. This project is fun to make and will brighten anyone's day. All If attending an after school class, please send supplies are included. Mugs will be left with the instructor to be fired. permission to school informing staff that your Projects will be ready for pick up on May 4 at the Handke Center, 1170 student will be staying after. Students will check in Main Street, Elk River, 8:30am-4:00pm. with EdVenture Club after school. Transportation: Lincoln and Westwood students will wait in front of Wednesday Apr 6 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 the office; Lincoln students will be walked to Parker Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFMDAY01P22 and Westwood students will be bused to Zimmerman Elem for class. All students should be picked up Wednesday Apr 13 | 1 session | 3:45-5:15pm | $15 from EdVenture Club immediately after class ends. Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YAFMDAY02P22 Wednesday Apr 20 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | #YAFMDAY03P22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 43

YOUTH ARTS Learn how to make a unique wall hanging using macramé knots in our hands-on class! It is easy and fun! NEW! MACRAMÉ SPRING WALL HANGING ► GRADES 3-5 PRAIRIE FIRE THEATRE: SNOW WHITE ► AGE 7-17 Macrame' is the classic craft of making knots using cords, rope, yarn or thread to create decorative or wearable items. Learn two easy Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the retelling of the classic tale macrame' knots to make a delightful, Spring-inspired wall hanging. with a twist. Snow White is saved by the Prince, but not with a kiss! There is a great deal of music, including production numbers featuring Tuesday May 3 | 1 session | 3:30-5:00pm | $19 The Townspeople and a lot of movement highlighted by the Queen's Westwood Elem A110 Art Room | #YAFMCRO02P22 Spellbinders and the Forest Creatures. No experience is necessary; anyone with enthusiasm for theatre is encouraged to register! Wednesday May 4 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $19 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAFMCRO03P22 Mon-Sat Apr 4-9 | 4:30-8:45pm | $79 Elk River HS Little Theater Door H | #YATWZOZ01F21 NEW! ACRYLIC POURING ► GRADES 3-5 Rehearsals: Let the paint and your creativity flow as we learn the art of acrylic Monday Apr 4 | 4:30-6:30pm* pouring. Perfect for artists of all skill levels, this project is a fun (and Tue-Thu Apr 5-7 | 4:30-8:45pm messy) painting craft that produces beautiful results. You'll go home *Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for program information. with a 10x20\" canvas. *Some cast members will stay until 8:30pm for rehearsal. Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 3:30-5:00pm | $25 Performances*: Westwood Elem A110 Art Room | #YAPACLC01P22 Friday Apr 8 | 7:30pm Saturday Apr 9 | 11:00am Tuesday Apr 19 | 1 session | 3:30-5:00pm | $25 *A third show may be added depending on the number of participants. Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | #YAPACLC02P22 ATTENTION! Tuesday Apr 26 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $25 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPACLC03P22 If attending an after school class, please send permission to school informing staff that your NEW! MONET ► GRADES K-5 student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school. Transportation: Explore the beautiful world of French painter Claude Monet. Discover Lincoln and Westwood students will wait in front of Impressionism and the use of negative space in art composition, then the office; Lincoln students will be walked to Parker create your own Impressionistic painting. and Westwood students will be bused to Zimmerman Elem for class. All students should be picked up Tuesday May 17 | 1 session | 3:45-5:00pm | $19 from EdVenture Club immediately after class ends. Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YAPMONT01P22 Wednesday May 18 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPMONT03P22 Tuesday May 24 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Rogers Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPMONT02P22 NEW! SPRING CRAFT PARTY ► AGE 4-9 What's the best part about Spring? The candy, of course! We'll create a beautiful springtime scene made out of tons of \"sweet\" art supplies including frosting, jelly beans, and marshmallow Peeps! Please pack a nut-free snack and a beverage for your child. Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $45 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFSPTY01P22 44 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ARTS | ACADEMICS YOUTH CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS Benefits of individual music lessons include personalized lessons plans and skill improvement at any level! The Crescendo Music Program, founded in 1991, provides individual music lessons to students from Kindergarten through adulthood. We take JUST FOR KIDS! ► AGE 5-10 the hassle and stress out of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools for high quality lessons at a reasonable price. From beginner No parents allowed! These kids-only events are perfect for parents who to advanced, we offer a well-rounded program for musicians at any level. want to enjoy a night on their own. Students will have a fun evening with our Music is purchased for students as lessons progress. Lessons are held in trained staff playing games in the gym, creating crafts based on the night's district facilities staffed with trained, background-checked professionals. theme, and having a snack. Please note any food allergies when registering. Private Lessons, Sep-May: payable in monthly installments of $79. February: I Spy Instruments tentatively available: guitar, percussion, piano, voice, and Friday Feb 11 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $25 ukulele. For additional program information and to complete an interest Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID01W22 form, go to www.isd728.org/Crescendo-Music. March: Rainforest LAUGH & LEARN: SERIES 2 ► GRADES 2-5 Friday Mar 4 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $25 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID02W22 Kid-style self-help! We'll meet once a month to laugh and learn together about realistic topics that you deal with in the world today! Give cliques and rude April: Bugs people the boot, get organized, behave becomingly, and boost coping skills! Friday Apr 1 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $25 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID01P22 »  February: Step Back from Frustration - How to Take the Grrr Out of Anger ONLINE! MINECRAFT: BATTLE THE ENDER DRAGON ► GRADES 2-6 »  March: Coasting Casey - How to Bust Boredom in School »  April: Protecting the Planet - a Guide to Earth Day Get ready to face the biggest challenge in Minecraft, defeating the Ender »  May: Be Positive, Stand Tall - Let's Talk about Optimism Dragon! Work with online friends to brainstorm and develop strategies to defeat this enemy. Learn techniques to create tools, prep equipment, Mondays Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:45pm | $75 gather resources, brew potions, use enchantments, and craft armor to use Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | #YGDLALN01W22 in battle. Home technology requirements are available on our website. Thursdays Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 7, May 5 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 Mon/Tue Dec 27 & 28 | 2 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $109 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | #YGDLALN02W22 Online | Tech Academy Staff | #YTMVMBD01F21 Mondays Feb 14, Mar 21, Apr 11, May 9 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:45pm | $75 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YGDLALN03W22 Tuesdays Feb 15, Mar 22, Apr 12, May 10 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YGDLALN04W22 Wednesday Feb 16, Mar 23, Apr 13, May 11 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YGDLALN05W22 Thursdays Feb 17, Mar 24, Apr 14, May 12 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Rogers Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YGDLALN06W22 Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com Tuesdays Feb 22, Mar 29, Apr 19, May 17 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 for possible weather related cancellations Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YGDLALN07W22 and other program updates. Thursdays Feb 24, Mar 31, Apr 21, May 19 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $75 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YGDLALN08W22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 45

YOUTH ACADEMICS EXPERIENCE TEAMWORK VIDEO PRODUCTION ONLINE CLASSES ONLINE CODING CLUB LEVEL 1 ► GRADES 2-5 ONLINE! SPRING CODE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES ► GRADES 3-9 Computer coding is the language that tells computers what to do. It allows us to communicate with machines and create software programs Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! and apps. Online Coding Club is led by live teachers who will help No previous coding experience necessary! The Spring 2022 Code you learn important coding skills in a fun and easy way. Level 1 is an Championship Series is a series of six tournaments in six weeks (it's introductory class that shows you how to handle user input, deal with ok to miss one or two). Tournaments are hosted online using Google motion and direction, and use your imagination to design your own Meet and the Code Championship website. If you use Chrome or Firefox characters. Basic typing skills needed, plus access to a Windows PC, browser, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how high-speed Internet and the ZOOM meeting website. to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). Saturdays Jan 8-Feb 12 | 6 sessions | 9:30-10:10am | $90 Saturdays Apr 2-May 7 | 6 sessions | 9:00am-11:00am | $120 Online | TechTacToe Staff | #YTSCCL101W22 Online | Abamath | #YTSSCCS01P22 Saturdays Feb 19-Mar 26 | 6 sessions | 9:30-10:10am | $90 HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ Online | TechTacToe Staff | #YTSCCL102W22 Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility to Saturdays Apr 23-May 28 | 6 sessions | 9:30-10:10am | $90 make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as severe Online | TechTacToe Staff | #YTSCCL101P22 weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend time asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid ONLINE CODING CLUB LEVEL 2 ► GRADES 2-5 boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should be aware of. Computer coding is the language that tells computers what to do. It allows Saturday Jan 15 | 1 session | 8:00am-10:00am | $29 us to communicate with machines and create software programs and Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA01W22 apps. Online Coding Club is led by live teachers who will help you learn important coding skills in a fun and easy way. Level 2 keeps you building on Saturday Feb 26 | 1 session | 8:00am-10:00am | $29 your knowledge of block programming, and adding random motion, basic Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA02W22 loops, and conditionals while you create your own game. You must have completed Level 1 to take Level 2. Basic typing skills needed, plus access to Saturday Mar 12 | 1 session | 8:00am-10:00am | $29 a Windows PC, high-speed Internet, and the ZOOM meeting website. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA03W22 Saturdays Jan 8-Feb 12 | 6 sessions | 10:30am-11:10am | $90 Saturday Apr 2 | 1 session | 8:00am-10:00am | $29 Online | TechTacToe Staff | #YTSCCL201W22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA01P22 ONLINE CLASSES GUARANTEE An email with online meeting We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses information and link will be sent and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education prior your online class. office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 46 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SPECIAL INTEREST YOUTH BABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ Are you new to babysitting or looking for ways to polish up your skills? Gain the knowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop safe, fun and educational activities while focusing on preventing accidents, learning to care for children of various ages and taking care of yourself. Please bring a bag lunch. Parents are encouraged to participate in the last 15 minutes of this class. Saturday Jan 15 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 Non-school days are spent at the barn! Learn how to steer, stop, Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST01W22 turn, walk, trot and canter at Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center. Saturday Feb 26 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP ► GRADES K-12 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST02W22 Learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Ride in the indoor and/or Saturday Mar 12 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 outdoor arenas, practice how to steer, stop, turn, walk, trot and canter Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST03W22 (depending on your riding experience). Don't forget the time to feed and care for the horses, which is a big part of ownership! You'll be grouped with Saturday Apr 2 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 other campers based on similar riding experience. Proper attire includes Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST01P22 close-toed shoes (no flip-flops), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, water bottle, a nut-free bag KARATE ► AGE 4-11 lunch, and snacks. You can also bring treats for the horses if you want. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Camps are held rain or shine. Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take Monday Dec 27 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's education Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC04F21 and see how they benefit. age 4-6 Tuesday Dec 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Tue/Thu Feb 3-17 | 5 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC05F21 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4601W22 Monday Jan 17 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Tue/Thu Mar 1-24* | 6 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $49 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC01W22 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4602W22 *Not meeting Mar 15, 17 Thursday Feb 3 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC02W22 Tue/Thu Apr 5-21 | 6 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $49 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4603P22 Monday Feb 21 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC03W22 age 7-11 Tue/Thu Feb 3-17 | 5 sessions | 6:35-7:05pm | $39 Friday Mar 11 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7101W22 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC04W22 Tue/Thu Mar 1-24* | 6 sessions | 6:35-7:05pm | $49 Monday Mar 14 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7102W22 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC05W22 *Not meeting Mar 15, 17 Friday Apr 15 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Tue/Thu Apr 5-21 | 6 sessions | 6:35-7:05pm | $49 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC01P22 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7103P22 LOCATION Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 47

YOUTH ATHLETICS | HIGH SCHOOL OPEN GYM ► ALL AGES SPRING CODE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES ► GRADES 3-9 Open gym is a supervised recreation time for individuals to work on their skills in various sports, get a great workout and socialize with Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! others who share an interest in athletics. Changes may be made to this No previous coding experience necessary! The Spring 2022 Code schedule, so always check before dropping a child off at the school. Championship Series is a series of six tournaments in six weeks (it's ok Youth under 11 must have a responsible adult in attendance. to miss one or two). Tournaments are hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you use Chrome or Firefox Pay-at-the-door: $5/person, exact change only browser, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). all ages Sundays Oct 3-May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm Saturdays Apr 2-May 7 | 6 sessions | 9:00am-11:00am | $120 Rogers MS Gym Door A Online | Abamath | #YTSSCCS01P22 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 13, Apr 17 NEW! WATERCOLOR POPPIES ► AGE 16+ Sundays Oct 3-May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 For those looking for a fun evening learning some basic watercolor *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 13, Apr 17 techniques, our step-by-step approach will help you create this beautiful watercolor painting. No previous experience is necessary. We provide ages 11-15 and families w/children of all ages everything you need to complete these colorful poppies on 11x15\" Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 7:00-8:30pm watercolor paper. Zimmerman HS Gym Door 12 *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Mar 16 Tuesday May 3 | 1 session | 7:00-8:30pm | $39 Rogers HS Rm A106 Door 10 | KidzArt Staff | #AAPWCPP01P22 grades 9-12 and adult Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 7:00-9:00pm TRY THIS! Rogers HS Gym Door I *Not meeting Dec 8, 22, 29, Mar 16 CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR ► GRADES 9-12 Wednesdays Oct 6-May 4* | 8:30-10:00pm Have you ever wondered what direction you want to take in life Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 after High School? The Career Exploration Fair can help you *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Mar 16 discover career options and point you in the right direction! Gather information and talk with professionals in a variety of career fields SKYHAWKS MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD including education, engineering, recreation, public services, health ► AGE 11-14 care, military, technology, law enforcement, marketing, accounting, law and more. You can also get information about job shadowing Sharpen or discover your skills in track and field events such as sprint opportunities. Admission is free, but please RSVP at www.isd728. relays, shot put, discus, javelin and long jump. Skyhawks staff will use org/Career-Fair-2022. special equipment, exercises and drills, safely combining technical development and fundamentals to help you prepare for your track and Monday Feb 28 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm field future! Please bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, and a Elk River HS Commons Door A water bottle. PLEASE RSVP AT Tuesdays May 3-24 | 4 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $75 WWW.ISD728.ORG/CAREER-FAIR-2022 VandenBerge MS Gym Door N | Skyhawks Staff | #YMTHKR401P22 Wednesdays May 4-25 | 4 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $75 Rogers MS Gym Door A | Skyhawks Staff | #YMTHKR402P22 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates. 48 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+ Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start by completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of Minnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-licensed and certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. Earn your driver's permit! Complete a 30-hour interactive, WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH engaging classroom instruction at your local high school. COMMUNITY EDUCATION? DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT »  Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with INFORMATION NIGHT years of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach students and will help meet the learning needs of Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class individual students. or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as »  Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules. lessons to help you be the best driving mentor you can be. »  Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law Tuesday Jan 18 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before they Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01W22 can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.) Tuesday Mar 29 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 »  Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple times and Rogers MS Media Door A | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN02W22 locations throughout the year. Tuesday May 31 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01P22 and are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised driving log. The driving log must show that the teen has ZAP THE ACT ► GRADES 10-12 completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number ACT test scores are often used in college admissions and scholarship of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime decisions. In this workshop, students will learn strategies for improving hours. Also, watch your email and items sent home with your student for in all four sub-tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the important information regarding the Driving Log, the parent class and actual testing experience and get suggestions for individualized study. Behind the Wheel scheduling. Seminars are designed to help students do their personal best on the ACT. A study guide and practice test workouts are included. Students Complete Training Package: $349 (30 hours of classroom instruction, should bring a calculator and two pencils. 6 hours of Behind-the-Wheel instruction) Mon/Tue Mar 21 & 22 | 2 sessions | 3:00-5:30pm | $99 Payment plan available: $149 due at registration; $200 by last class Rogers HS Media Door 10 | Doorway To College Staff | #YTCZACT01W22 Classroom instruction only: $110 Mon/Tue Mar 21 & 22 | 2 sessions | 6:30-9:00pm | $99 Mon-Fri Jan 18-Feb 1* | 10 sessions | 2:30-5:30pm Elk River HS Media Door A | Doorway To College Staff | #YTCZACT02W22 Rogers HS Rm B103 Door 10 | Hudson | #YHDDRIV01W22 *Not meeting Jan 28 *This session starts on a Tuesday Mon-Fri Feb 7-18 | 10 sessions | 6:00-9:00pm Zimmerman M/HS Rm 119 Door 1 | Waggoner | #YHDDRIV02W22 Mon-Fri Mar 21-Apr 1 | 10 sessions | 2:30-5:30pm Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Hudson | #YHDDRIV01P22 Mon-Fri Apr 18-29 | 10 sessions | 6:00-9:00pm Rogers HS Rm B103 Door 10 | Waggoner | #YHDDRIV02P22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 49

ROGERS RECREATION YOUTH EXPERIENCE SPECIALIZED CAMPS HOOKY DAYS BASKETBALL DRILLS AMAZING TOTS ► AGE 18-30 MONTHS AMAZING ATHLETES ► AGE 3-6 Physical activity and learning go hand-in-hand for the littlest of athletes. Utilize the movements of sports to help your little athlete meet, master Each class combines fitness, learning and fun centered around one of and exceed their motor development milestones. By allowing children four sports. Structured physical challenges and fitness activities will help to build skills at their own pace, they become accustomed to sports and your little athlete learn colors, shapes, letters and action words while fitness in a way that will benefit them throughout adolescence and stick taking their first steps toward a healthy lifestyle. with them into adulthood. Mondays Jan 10-Feb 14* | 5 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $59 age 3-4 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAT1201W22 Mondays Jan 10-Feb 14* | 5 sessions | 6:00-6:35pm | $59 *Not meeting Jan 17 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAA3601W22 *Not meeting Jan 17 Wednesdays Jan 12-Feb 16* | 5 sessions | 6:05-6:30pm | $59 Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAT1204W22 Mondays Feb 28-Apr 4* | 5 sessions | 6:00-6:35pm | $59 *Not meeting Feb 2 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAA3602W22 *Not meeting Mar 14 Wednesdays Feb 23-Mar 30* | 5 sessions | 6:05-6:35pm | $59 Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAT1205W22 Mondays Apr 11-May 9 | 5 sessions | 6:00-6:35pm | $59 *Not meeting Mar 16 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAA3603P22 Mondays Feb 28-Apr 4* | 5 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $59 age 4-6 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAT1202W22 Wednesdays Jan 12-Feb 16* | 5 sessions | 6:35-7:10pm | $59 *Not meeting Mar 14 Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAA4601W22 *Not meeting Feb 2 Wednesdays Apr 6-May 4 | 5 sessions | 6:05-6:30pm | $59 Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAT1206P22 Wednesdays Feb 23-Mar 30* | 5 sessions | 6:35-7:10pm | $59 Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAA4602W22 Mondays Apr 11-May 9 | 5 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $59 *Not meeting Mar 16 Rogers MS Commons Door A | Hurrie | #RYMAT1203P22 Wednesdays Apr 6-May 4 | 5 sessions | 6:35-7:10pm | $59 INTRODUCTION TO SPORTS ► AGE 2-3 W/PARENT Rogers Elem Cafeteria Door 1 | Hurrie | #RYMAA4603P22 Introduce your little one to the sports of soccer and T-ball. Your little SKYHAWKS SUPER TOTS FOOTBALL ► AGE 3-4 athlete will learn the basics of the sports while playing fun and active games. Parent participation is required. Learning football has never been this awesome! Your little athlete will play flag football and learn the basics such as throwing, passing, and Thursdays Jan 6-27 | 4 sessions | 5:30-6:00pm | $29 handling the ball. This program is engaging, fun, and safe with no Hassan Elem Gym Door C | #RYAINSP01W22 tackling. Thursday Jan 6-27 | 4 sessions | 6:10-6:40pm | $29 Mondays Jan 10-Feb 7* | 4 sessions | 5:00-5:30pm | $69 Hassan Elem Gym Door C | #RYAINSPO2W22 Rogers MS Gym Door A | Skyhawks Staff | #RYFHKF301W22 *Not meeting Jan 17 Thursdays Apr 28-May 19 | 4 sessions | 4:30-5:00pm | $69 Hassan Elem Field 1 | Skyhawks Staff | #RYFHKF301P22 50 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com