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WELCOME WHAT'S NEW WITH COMMUNITY ED? November IT'S BACK! FALL BASH ► GRADES 5-6 17 Join your friends for a night of games, dancing, or just hanging out! Concessions are available, so bring some spending money. Student ID is required at check-in. Parents, please do not drop off your child before 6:00pm, and be at the school by 8:00pm for pick-up. Drop off and pick up at Door U. This event is pre-registration only; no drop-in admission. Deadline to register is 12pm (noon) on Nov 17. pg 45 NEW! DRIVER'S LICENSE KNOWLEDGE TEST ► AGE 15+ pg 54 Take your permit test with us! ISD 728 Community Education has been approved as a Remote Web-based Knowledge Testing Site for the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles. Testing is held monthly at one of our district schools. You must have completed your 30 hours of classroom instruction with ISD 728 Community Education. 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. Join Our Email List! Sign up to receive the latest ISD 728 Community Education news right in your inbox at www.isd728.org/JoinCE-Email 728CEadult • 728CEyouth 728_ecfe 728communityeducation CE728ALERT 728ECFE • CommunityEd.HOPE 728_commed 3

ADULTS FITNESS EXPERIENCE FLEXIBILITY CONRAETUSRTAEBILITY DANCE MOVES AIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYOND EASY PARTNER DANCING Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournaments Whether you want to be one of the best dancers at your special or competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline through event or just have fun dancing together at home to add laughter and hand-to-hand, sword, and staff techniques, and is for people of all romance to your relationship, this course will teach you all the right abilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studied in moves! Taking steps from classic ballroom dances, you'll learn easy-to- Japan, and who teaches people from all over the globe. remember mini-routines, danceable to all your favorite songs. Couples dance together and singles rotate with other singles. Casual dress. Thursdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01F23 Mondays Nov 13-Dec 11* | 4 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $65 per person Rogers HS Dance Studio Door 10 | Constantine | #AFDPRTD01F23 Thursdays Nov 2-Dec 28* | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 *Not meeting Nov 20 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02F23 *Not meeting Nov 23 MAT PILATES BARRE Mat-based Pilates focuses on strength, stability, posture, proper breath control, and flexibility. Each class will work to balance all muscle Barre classes combine elements of barre, dance, yoga, and Pilates. groups' strength and flexibility, with an emphasis on challenging the Exercises are high intensity and low impact. Energizing music will core muscles with each movement. Classes will be taught using slow, carry you through the burn as you tone the legs and butt as well as controlled movements. strengthen the core. Balance and flexibility training are included. Barre classes are a great way to improve posture, tone your legs and arms, Thursdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 11:45am-12:30pm | $96 and strengthen the stabilizing muscles around your joints. InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYMTPL03F23 Tue/Thu Sep 5-Oct 12 | 12 sessions | 9:15-10:10am | $144 Mondays Sep 11-Oct 30 | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:30pm | $96 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE04F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYMTPL01F23 Mon/Wed Sep 6-Oct 16 | 12 sessions | 4:30-5:25pm | $144 Thursdays Nov 2-Dec 28* | 8 sessions | 11:45am-12:30pm | $96 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE01F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYMTPL04F23 *Not meeting Nov 23 Tue/Thu Oct 17-Nov 28* | 12 sessions | 9:15-10:10am | $144 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE05F23 Mondays Nov 6-Dec 18 | 7 sessions | 5:45-6:30pm | $84 *Not meeting Nov 23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYMTPL02F23 Mon/Wed Oct 18-Nov 27 | 12 sessions | 4:30-5:25pm | $144 LOCATION InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE02F23 INSPIRE Studio Mon/Wed Nov 29-Dec 27* | 8 sessions | 4:30-5:25pm | $96 815 Hwy 10 Suite 101, Elk River InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE03F23 *Not meeting Dec 25 Tue/Thu Nov 30-Dec 28 | 9 sessions | 9:15-10:10am | $108 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYBRRE06F23 4 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

TRX FITNESS ADULTS Born in the Navy SEALs, Suspension Training bodyweight exercise Staying fit with your friends is encouraging, motivating, develops strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability simultaneously. and chances are you will stick with it longer. It requires the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer, a highly portable performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user's body YOGA VINYASA weight to complete hundreds of exercises. TRX offers a high-intensity workout with both low impact and high impact exercises. Yoga Vinyasa flow is a mixture of meditation, breath work, and energizing movement. Class will begin with gentle movement to warm Tuesdays Sep 5-Oct 31 | 9 sessions | 7:00-7:45am | $108 up the body, then flow into more challenging sequences including InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX01F23 standing poses and balances. Wednesdays Sep 6-Oct 25 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $96 Wednesdays Sep 6-Oct 25 | 8 sessions | 9:15-10:00am | $96 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYYGAV03F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX03F23 Mondays Sep 11-Oct 30 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $96 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYYGAV01F23 Thursdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:30pm | $96 Wednesday Nov 1-Dec 27 | 9 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $108 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX05F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYYGAV04F23 Mondays Nov 6-Dec 18 | 7 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $84 Wednesdays Nov 1-Dec 27 | 9 sessions | 9:15-10:00am | $108 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFYYGAV02F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX04F23 SPINFUSION Thursdays Nov 2-Dec 28* | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:30pm | $96 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX06F23 Start your day with a workout! SpinFusion is a 45-minute total body *Not meeting Nov 23 conditioning class using InSPIRE Studio's indoor bikes with various equipment and exercises to enhance strength and cardiovascular fitness. Tuesdays Nov 7-Dec 26 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:45am | $96 Tuesdays Sep 5-Oct 31 | 9 sessions | 10:30-11:15am | $180 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBTRXX02F23 InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBSPIN01F23 Tuesdays Nov 7-Dec 26 | 8 sessions | 10:30-11:15am | $160 TRY THIS! InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFBSPIN02F23 NEW! GENTLE YOGA PLEASE NOTE This flow-style class uses a series of yoga poses to warm up The decision on whether your body while encouraging awareness in connecting breath to a class will run is made movement. We'll use basic yoga poses to build muscle strength and improve flexibility. Modifications will be offered as needed 3-5 days before the to allow you to individualize your practice. Some previous yoga class start date. experience is helpful but not required. Please bring your own REGISTER EARLY yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. to help ensure we don’t cancel a class Tuesdays Sep 12-Oct 17 | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $59 you are hoping to take. Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Baumhofer | #AFYGYGA02F23 Tuesdays Nov 14-Dec 19 | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $59 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Baumhofer | #AFYGYGA03F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 5

ADULTS FITNESS ZUMBA® Perfect for everybody and every body, Zumba® is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba® routines incorporate interval training - alternating fast and slow rhythms - to help improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Wednesday Sep 6-Oct 25 | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:40pm | $96 NEW LOCATION...Pickleball & Open Gym at VandenBerge Middle InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFDZMBA01F23 School in Elk River! Enter through door N (facing the high school). Fridays Sep 1-Oct 27 | 9 sessions | 9:15-10:10am | $108 OPEN GYM & INDOOR WALKING InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFDZMBA03F23 Supervised recreation time to work on your skills, get a great workout, Wednesdays Nov 1-Dec 27 | 9 sessions | 5:45-6:40pm | $108 and socialize! Indoor Walking is available at all Open Gym locations. InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFDZMBA02F23 You can utilize the hallways of the first floor and escape the weather to get your steps in! Schedule changes may occur, so always check before Fridays Nov 3-Dec 29 | 9 sessions | 9:15-10:10am | $108 dropping a child off at the school. Open Gym is offered in partnership InSPIRE Studio | InSPIRE Studio | #AFDZMBA04F23 with the City of Elk River, Rogers Parks & Recreation and the City of Zimmerman. LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ Fee: $5 pay at the door--exact change only Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees! All Ages Sundays Oct 8-April 28* | 4:00-6:00pm Pay at the door: $5/day--exact change only Rogers MS Gym Door A Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 7:30-9:00pm NEW LOCATION! Sundays Oct 8-April 28* | 4:00-6:00pm VandenBerge MS Pool Door M VandenBerge MS Door M Gym *Not meeting Oct 22 *Not meeting Nov 26, Dec 17, 24, 31, Feb 11, Mar 24, 31 NEW LOCATION! PICKLEBALL Sundays Oct 8-April 28* | 4:00-6:00pm Zimmerman HS Gym Door K Pickleball is a combination of ping pong and tennis and is perfect for adults *Not meeting Nov 26, Dec 17, 24, 31, Feb 11, Mar 24, 31 who are young at heart. This is a non-competitive pickleball opportunity. Games are self-officiated. You can play against others who love some Ages 11-15 and families w/children of all ages friendly competition. Don't know how to play? Don't let it stop you -- the Wednesdays Oct 11-May 1* | 7:00-8:30pm first 15 minutes of each session can be used to share rules, practice and Zimmerman HS Gym Door K warm up. Play will be first-come, first-served along with a rotation with *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22, Dec 20, 27, Mar 27 others who show up to play. Due to space availability at this location, games will be played using badminton lines; these lines do not meet Grades 9-12 and adult pickleball court regulations. Bring a water bottle; drinking fountains are not Wednesdays Oct 11-May 1* | 7:00-9:00pm available. Pickleball is offered in partnership with the City of Elk River. Rogers HS Gym Door I *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22, Dec 27, Mar 27 Pay-at-the-door: $5/person--exact change only please NEW LOCATION! Wednesdays Oct 11-May 1* | 7:00-9:00pm Sundays Oct 8-April 28* | 4:00-6:00pm VandenBerge MS Door M Gym VandenBerge Gym Door N *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22, 29, Dec 6, 13, 27, Mar 27 *Not meeting Nov 26, Dec 17, 24, 31, Feb 11, Mar 24, 31 Wednesdays Oct 11-May 1* | 8:30-10:00pm Wednesdays Oct 11-May 1* | 7:00pm-9:00pm** Zimmerman HS Gym Door K VandenBerge Gym Door N *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22, Dec 20, 27, Mar 27 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22, 29, Dec 6, 13, 27, Mar 27 **Participants will be admitted to the building beginning at 7:00pm. 6 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE HEALTH ADULTS MEDITATION STRENGTH SUPERFOODS FACE YOGA HIPS, THIGHS AND OTHERWISE There are 19 flat muscles in your face, all of which can be strengthened We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body and toned, just like arm or leg muscles. Facial exercises can take years muscles to weaken and sag. In this workshop, learn Janice's famous off your appearance by reducing frown, forehead, and \"puppet mouth\" \"10-Minute Miracle Exercise\" series to strengthen lower body muscles lines, lifting and firming neckline, making upper and lower cheeks fuller, quickly and, in the process, increase metabolism and bone density. These reducing puffiness and sagging around eyes, improving circulation and exercises will help you decrease 2 inches off the saddlebag area in 2 weeks nutrient flow into cells, and improving lymph circulation. Learn simple and trim inches off your lower body by getting rid of excess water weight. exercises that will rejuvenate your face. Wednesday Oct 4 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Thursday Sep 28 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AFBHTOW01F23 Online | Novak | #AFYFCYG01F23 STRATEGIES TO WIN THE BATTLE OF A BULGING Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 BELLY Online | Novak | #AFYFCYG02F23 Learn the main causes of a bulging belly and 6 strategies for getting rid MUDRAS: THE ANCIENT ART OF HAND YOGA of belly bloat. Instructor Janice Novak will teach you a few exercises designed to strengthen the deepest layer of abdominal muscle - the layer Mudras, or \"yoga of the hand\" has been recognized for centuries as a that is responsible for flattening the stomach, shaping your waistline, and simple, yet effective, healing tool. In ancient India, mudras was believed supporting your lower back. And we will do this without getting on the floor! to be the key to spiritual, mental and physical well-being and that regular practice of the hand positions can rejuvenate body and mind. Mudras Monday Oct 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 can also be used to help relieve numerous conditions such as anxiety, Online | Novak | #AFEBBBY01F23 stress, digestive issues, weight loss, bloating, insomnia and more. STRONG IS THE NEW SKINNY! Wednesday Dec 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHAMYGA01F23 Not everyone can be skinny, but EVERYONE can be stronger! Strong muscles boost metabolism, maintain/increase bone density, make daily tasks SEATED ABDOMINAL STRENGTHENERS THAT easier, and help you age with quality and grace. Learn how to strengthen your WON'T STRESS YOUR BACK OR NECK arms, back, shoulders, chest, hips, butt and thighs using resistance bands. These multi-tasking exercises can fit easily into even the busiest of schedules Examine a series of extremely effective exercises that will quickly and will help you look and feel better. All levels of fitness are welcome. strengthen all four layers of abdominal muTshcele,deescpiesciioanllyothnewdeheeptehsetr layer, WITHOUT stressing your back or neackcljaoisnstswainldl rWuInTHisOmUTade Wednesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 having to get on the floor. Learn a more effec3tiv-5e wdaayystobsetrfeonrgethtehneyour Online | Novak | #AFBSTNG01F23 abdominals, re-shape your waistline, and prevecnlat/sresliesvtearlotwdeartbea.ck discomfort. Tuesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 An email with online Online | Novak | #AFEASBN01F23 meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 7

ADULTS HEALTH ACUPRESSURE AND OTHER TOOLS FOR WOMEN 35 AND OLDER Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, nausea, insomnia, anxiety and even weight gain. Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid hormones. We will also discuss breathing techniques, nutritional musts, and more. Tuesday Dec 12 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWACWM01F23 ACUPRESSURE FACE LIFT AND SKIN SAVVY Learn which superfoods reduce inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for your memory and reducing stress. Here's a facelift you can do at home! Discover how stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring DE-AGE YOUR BRAIN a healthy glow to your skin, decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves, and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin as Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on how the healthy as possible from the inside out. brain ages. No matter what your age, there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate Monday Nov 27 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 with each other. Learn which superfoods reduce the damaging effects Online | Novak | #AHAACFL01F23 of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information, and reducing stress. ACUPRESSURE TO ASSIST WEIGHT LOSS Monday Oct 30 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Acupressure is an eastern healing technique that involves pressing Online | Novak | #AHMDBRN01F23 or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow. When the points that regulate metabolism, digestion and thyroid function are FEET, KNEES AND ANKLES blocked or out of balance, losing weight will be difficult. In this workshop, you will learn the main pressure points that strengthen thyroid function, Your feet, ankles and knees support the weight of your entire body! boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce Do your ankles roll in? Are your arches flat? Do you have bunions or stress-eating and strengthen the entire digestive system. calluses? Are your toes straight, or do they bend? Does your big toe pull in towards the other toes? Do your knees lock back? Do your kneecaps Monday Nov 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 turn in or pull outward? Discover simple things you can do to help Online | Novak | #AHTAAWL01F23 correct these common problems. ACUPRESSURE TO RELIEVE STRESS, ANXIETY, Wednesday Nov 15 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 INSOMNIA AND MORE Online | Novak | #AHWFTKA01F23 Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great PLEASE NOTE relief with no side effects to help you feel your best. Along with the specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, and even weight The decision on whether gain, explore the nine master pressure points that are helpful and most a class will run is made frequently prescribed to help every system in your body. 3-5 days before the Tuesday Sep 26 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 class start date. Online | Novak | #AHSACPR01F23 REGISTER EARLY to help ensure we Monday Dec 11 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 don’t cancel a class Online | Novak | #AHSACPR02F23 you are hoping to take. 8 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

whether HEALTH ADULTS is made ore the POSTURE, GET IT STRAIGHT: LOOK YOUNGER, date. THINNER AND FEEL BETTER An email with online Have you ever caught your own reflection to see that your head hangs meeting information too far forward, or your shoulders are too rounded, or you slump too and link will be sent prior much? Discover how to correct common posture problems and learn to your online class. an \"Instant Alignment Technique\" that will have you standing straighter immediately. There are many benefits to improving posture. And the METABOLISM BOOSTERS AND BUSTERS good news is no matter how long you may have had poor posture, you can correct it now! In the past, you could probably drop weight by cutting back on calories or exercising more. Now, suddenly, the scale stops moving and you just Tuesday Oct 3 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 can't seem to lose weight. Discover 20 SIMPLE things you can do every Online | Novak | #AHWPSRT01F23 day to boost your metabolism and burn as much as 30% more calories every day. WOMEN, WEIGHT, HORMONES Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Are you finding that fat is collecting around your midsection and no Online | Novak | #AHWMTBB01F23 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 OVERCOME YOUR CARBOHYDRATE CRAVINGS workshop you will learn 7 key strategies for fighting fat and losing weight, and how to help your body begin to lose weight again. Have you ever had a day where you just can't stop eating? Do you crave starches, snack foods and sweets, and find the more you eat, the Tuesday Oct 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 more you WANT to eat? Is your snacking out of control? Overcoming Online | Novak | #AHWWWHM01F23 carb cravings is not a matter of willpower, but a matter of biology. Learn how you can stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No SOOTHE THOSE ACHY JOINTS hype - just the facts. Do you have joints that ache - a knee, hip, or back? Whether you have Monday Nov 6 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 arthritis, bursitis, or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you! Joint Online | Novak | #AHTOCBC01F23 lubrication exercises are simple and easy to do, yet produce rather remarkable results by helping to free your joints of pain. You'll also POSTURE AND OSTEOPOROSIS WORKSHOP: discover which nutrients are needed to help keep your joints healthy. BUILDING BETTER BONES Monday Oct 9 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to Online | Novak | #AHGAJNT01F23 see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? Learn techniques to improve Many people will experience some type of joint pain posture and stand straighter, as well as how to reduce the risk of in their life, but did you know there are exercises and osteoporosis and related injuries and regain bone mass. The instructor will use resistance bands during the workshop. It is recommended that nutrients that can help keep your joints healthy? you have a set of resistance bands to use during the class. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWBBBW01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 9

ADULTS HEALTH WORD MEDITATION Meditation can provide stress reduction and relaxation and can even help medical patients. One of the simplest ways to meditate is by word meditation. It is easy to learn and do, but requires following some important guidelines for proper practice. This class will teach you how to use word meditation correctly and explains how to develop your practice over time using information acquired from skilled experts through many centuries. Discover the benefits of meditation in Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 10:30am-12:00pm | $19 the comfort of your own home. Online | Meadow | #AHHONEW01F23 Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHHONEW02F23 LOVING KINDNESS MEDITATION GROUP HYPNOSIS: STOP SMOKING Adults of all ages are welcome to participate in this 2,500-year-old Do you have the desire, but not the willpower, to stop smoking? People practice that helps us overcome self-dislike and builds proper self-love can, using guided imagery, stop smoking after just one session and and self-acceptance. Meditation also helps us act more gently and often with little, if any, withdrawal symptoms or cravings. Find your way lovingly toward others and live without fear or hatred. This practice out of the smoky haze! Check in at 5:45pm. improves good relationships and helps heal problem ones. It also teaches compassion, balance in relationships, and appreciating the Monday Sep 25 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm good fortune of others. $69 New Participant (Stop Smoking); $109 New Participant (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member Tuesdays Nov 14 & 21 | 2 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $25 Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYSM01F23 Online | Meadow | #AHHLKNM01F23 GROUP HYPNOSIS: WEIGHT LOSS MINDFULNESS MEDITATION - THE ART OF THE PRESENT MOMENT Did you know that there is a way to lose weight without diet pills or starvation? Group hypnosis includes suggestions that will help you eat Adults of all ages are welcome to join Mindfulness Meditation - the the type and quantity of foods that are beneficial in losing weight and maintaining your desired weight. Check in at 5:45pm. ancient method of self-understanding and self-management. Meditation Monday Sep 25 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm is widely used for handling pain and stress, habit control, and for dealing $69 New Participant (Weight Loss); $109 New Participant (Stop Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member with painful emotions and disturbing thoughts. It leads to deep self- Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYWL01F23 knowledge and self-management skills that make life richer. The content At 6:00pm, there will be an Introduction for smoking and weight loss classes (all must attend). From 7:00 to 7:45pm, the weight loss class of the practice is simply our own experiences of body and mind with will meet (smokers, take a break). Smoking hypnosis will be from 7:50 to 8:45pm. Please bring a blanket and pillow to class; you may sit or lie no ideology. Please wear loose clothing for comfort. The teaching is down for the hypnosis part of the session. cumulative, so attendance at all classes is encouraged. on whether n is made Tuesdays Sep 26-Oct 24 | 5 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $39 fore the t date. Online | Meadow | #AHHMEDT01F23 An email with online WEATHER CANCELLATIONS meeting information and link will be sent prior Follow our Twitter Feed to your online class. @CE728ALERT or our website at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates. 10 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SAFETY | PARENTING ADULTS MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM NEED-TO-KNOW CHANGES TO THE COLLEGE ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER PLANNING PROCESS This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesota This past year has resulted in some of the most significant changes Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, to the college planning process in decades. College Inside Track will habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws show you how these changes may impact your family and will present and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take new strategies to consider to give your student the best opportunities this class. Check with your insurance provider to make sure this course for admission, scholarships, and financial aid. If you are a parent of a qualifies for the discount. student in grades 9-11, this is important info you will not want to miss! Monday Sep 11 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Monday Oct 2 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $15 per household Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401F23 Online | College Inside Track | #ACPNTKC01F23 Monday Oct 23 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 CELL PHONES AND PARENTING - WHAT YOU Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402F23 NEED TO KNOW Tuesday Nov 21 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 When your child has a Smartphone, there are key things you should Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI403F23 know to keep them safe and secure. We'll help you understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, explore Wednesday Dec 13 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 parental control apps, and simplify this complicated technology so that Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI404F23 you and your child can use the phone safely. If you are unable to attend the live training, you can still register and receive a recording. MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ► 8-HOUR INITIAL Tuesday Sep 26 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 Online | Welsh | #ACPCPPT01F23 This driver improvement class for first-time participants is presented by the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual NEW! MY KID WANTS TO BE A YOUTUBER - HELP! techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. If you have taken this class previously, Does your child dream of having their own YouTube channel? Eliminate please register for the 4-hour refresher. Check with your insurance the worry with this helpful class as we walk you through how to set up a provider to make sure this course qualifies for an insurance discount. YouTube channel, safety settings, and the basics of being able to help manage and monitor their activity. You’ll leave the class with helpful Wed/Thu Sep 20 & 21 | 2 sessions | 12:30-4:30pm | $28 guidelines to get their channel started safely. Children must be age 13+ Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI801F23 and have parental permission to start a YouTube channel. If you are unable to attend the live training, you can still register and watch the DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT recorded lesson at your convenience. INFORMATION NIGHT Thursday Oct 5 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class Online | Welsh | #ACPYTHP01F23 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 NEW! FOSTER PARENTING 101 as lessons to help YOU be the best driving mentor you can be. Class is free, but please register. Do you live in Sherburne County and have an interest in learning about foster parenting? Please join us for an informational presentation by Tuesday Dec 19 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 a foster care licensor who will explain the licensing process, supply Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Waggoner | #YHPPOIN01F23 helpful information, and answer your questions. An experienced foster provider will also be available to provide direct information about what it LOCATION takes to be a foster parent. Class is free, but please register. The Hub Monday Sep 25 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $0 11952 Hancock St, Becker The HUB Becker | Doherty | #ACPFSPT01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 11

ADULTS ARTS | HOME & HOBBY EXPERIENCE CREATIVITY NEW CRAFTS SEASONAL PROJECTS NEW! WATERCOLOR PAINTING - WOODLAND DIY CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET WORKSHOP EDITION Have you been wanting to make your own chunky knit blanket? Sign up Have you been afraid to try working with watercolors? Don't be! This now for this class and learn how! The class includes all materials needed class is perfect for anyone interested in dabbling in watercolor painting, to make a 45x55\" or 40x60\" throw, and personalized instruction. The no matter what your skill level. Discover new techniques while learning instructor will have a variety of colors to choose from at the class. Food and how to paint trees, toadstools, and bears! All supplies are provided. beverages will be available for purchase before, during, and after the class. Wednesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $39 Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 4:20-7:30pm | $69 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAPWTWE01F23 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC01F23 Wednesday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $39 Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 4:40-7:30pm | $69 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAPWTWE02F23 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC02F23 CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 5:00-7:30pm | $69 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC03F23 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 Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 5:20-7:30pm | $69 basic techniques, then progress to throwing on a pottery wheel. Learn Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC04F23 to center projects, pull cylinders, and shape bowls and vases as time permits. All projects will be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear NEW! CHRISTMAS TREE GNOME ► AGE 12+ old clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. This Christmas Tree Gnome is absolutely adorable, standing 15-18 inches tall and over 12 inches wide! This is a fantastic class if you are Mondays Sep 11-Nov 13 | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 looking for a date night, a girls' night out, or you simply want to meet new Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC01F23 people. You'll get everything you need, including personal instruction, to make your gnome. Beverages, cocktails, and food will be available Mondays Nov 20-Feb 12* | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 for purchase from Pour Wine Bar and Bistro. A parent is required to Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC02F23 accompany students age 12-17. *Not meeting Dec 25, Jan 1, 15 Monday Nov 13 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $55 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAAXTGN01F23 Check out our new Art Studio with upgraded LOCATIONS ceramics space and equipment at Handke Center! Pour Wine Bar and Bistro 15704 90th St NE, Otsego River Birch Glass Studio* 14469 190th Avenue NW, Elk River *You will receive an email approximately one week after the class when your project is available for pick-up at Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River. 12 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

HOME & HOBBY ADULTS NEW! VIKING GNOMES ► AGE 9+ NEW! FUSED GLASS - CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY ORNAMENT MAKING Have you ever wanted to make your own little gnome? Or do you simply LOVE the Minnesota Vikings? Maybe you're looking for a fun date Get ready for the holidays by creating these sparkling fused glass night or an activity to enjoy with your teen or friends. Create a NO-SEW ornaments! Your instructor will guide you through the process of making up Minnesota Viking gnome! Food and beverages may be purchased from to 8 personalized ornaments. Enjoy the fun atmosphere and come away Pour Wine Bar and Bistro to enjoy while you craft. You'll get everything with some treasures! You will need to sign a waiver to attend this class. you need to take home a finished project. A parent is required to accompany students age 9-17. Wednesday Nov 15 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $55 River Birch Glass Studio Elk River | Milius | #AASORNT01F23 Monday Sep 18 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $35 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFVKGN01F23 NEW! FALL PADDLE BOARD GRAB-AND-GO KIT NEW! FABRIC PUMPKIN ► AGE 9+ Get ready for fall with this decorative paddle- Do you LOVE seasonal home décor? Join Alicia and make two pumpkins shaped board to display in your home! The board out of fabric and various materials to bring a fall feeling into your home. is 9x5.5 inches and features a pickup truck and Fabric options will be available with customized color schemes and fall market phrases. You will add a ribbon on the designs to fit your style. You'll get everything you need to make two handle for a finishing touch. This kit comes with everything you need and 7x7-inch pumpkins. No sewing is required. Enjoy a fun night out while directions to complete the project. you enjoy beverages, food, and DIY with friends or family. A parent is required to accompany students age 9-17. Mon-Fri Sep 18-Nov 30 | 8:00am-4:30pm | $29 #AAGFLPB01F23 Tuesday Oct 17 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $35 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFPMK01F23 NEW! HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GIFT TAGS GRAB-AND-GO KIT NEW! HOLIDAY GNOME WORKSHOP Celebrate the holiday season with these handmade Every home should have a holiday gnome, and here's your chance to wood gift tags that double as cute ornaments! The make one! Join Alicia for a fun gathering for crafting and socializing wood slices feature vinyl words such as \"cheer\" in this unique workshop. No sewing involved, all materials provided. and \"peace.\" Twine and black and white beads Choose from a variety of patterns and holiday colors to create your complete the design. The kit contains all the supplies you need and personalized gnome. Beverages and food will be available for purchase. directions to create the project. Tuesday Dec 12 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $39 Mon-Fri Nov 6-Dec 22 | 8:00am-4:30pm | $29 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFGNMS01F23 #AAGHOGT01F23 FUN WITH FUSED GLASS - INTRODUCTION NEW! HOLIDAY GNOME GRAB-AND-GO KIT Let our instructor guide you through the basics of fusing art glass. Design a beautiful functional dish, coasters, or wall art. Once your Want to make a holiday gnome but can't make project is complete, it will be fired in the kiln. the class? Alicia has prepared take-home kits for purchase. The kits include all fabric materials to Wednesday Sep 13 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $55 make your holiday gnome -- no sewing involved! A River Birch Glass Studio Elk River | Milius | #AASFSDG01F23 hot glue gun is needed, and available to borrow if you do not own one. NEW! FUN WITH FUSED GLASS - FALL-THEMED Mon-Fri Dec 12-22 | 8:00am-4:30pm | $35 SERVING TRAY #AAFGNMK01F23 Wow your guests when you serve them appetizers on a beautiful fall-themed Grab-And-Go Pick Up dish you made yourself! This instructor-led class requires no advanced knowledge of glass fusing for you to come away with a masterpiece! Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River Saturday Oct 21 | 1 session |10:00am-12:30pm | $55 Call Community Education office at 763-241-3520 to arrange River Birch Glass Studio Elk River | Milius | #AASGFLL02F23 a different pickup time. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 13

ADULTS CULINARY EXPERIENCE AIR FRYER RECIPES COOK-ALONG THEME NIGHTS CHICKEN PAD THAI HOMEMADE EGG ROLLS AND SAMOSAS In this fun-filled hands-on class, our instructor will guide you step-by-step Restaurant-quality egg rolls and samosas can be made right in your own through creating this classic dish, known for its diverse flavor profile kitchen! These appetizers are jammed with flavors from around the world of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy. Perfect for entertaining, you will wow and can be a quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and your friends and family at your next dinner party with your new-found fun to eat. Make a variety of egg rolls, samosas, and dipping sauces in signature dish! this virtual class as you cook along from the comfort of your own kitchen. Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Tuesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Selam | #ADGCHPT01F23 Online | Selam | #ADGEGSM01F23 EASY ETHIOPIAN/ERITREAN COOKING AIR FRYER FINGER FOODS Ethiopian/Eritrean food has become a favorite among foodies. It is Have you wondered what the air fryer hype is all about? Cook along with light, healthy, and flavorful, and ranges from very spicy to very mild. Tess as she creates air fryer chicken nuggets and stuffed potato skins! Experience the thrilling taste of exotic spices paired with ingredients She will also demonstrate how to make air fryer macaroni and cheese such as vegetables, beans, and lentils, or meat sautéed with flavored balls, mozzarella sticks, and marvelous meatballs! butters and healthy oils. Every step in this virtual class is educational, informative and a delicious trip into the food culture of historic countries. Friday Dec 1 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Enjoy cooking along from the comfort of your own kitchen. Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGARFY01F23 Tuesday Sep 26 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 AIR FRYER HYPE! COPYCAT KFC AND RECIPE Online | Selam | #ADGETHP01F23 IDEAS FOR ALL AGES! NEW! HANDMADE PASTA AND TOMATO SAUCE Do you want cooking ideas that go beyond fries and frozen processed foods? Dive into the world of air frying in this demonstration and cook- Experience the time-honored art of creating pasta from scratch in along class! Watch as our online chef makes homemade egg rolls, pizza this hands-on virtual cooking class. Mimi will teach you how to throw bites, seasoned potato wedges, and burgers, and cook-along to make together the perfect pasta dough as well as how to roll and slice it into copycat KFC chicken! noodles. You'll also learn how to make a delicious garlic tomato sauce to smother your freshly-made noodles, creating a rich and satisfying Friday Oct 6 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 homemade dish. Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGAFRY01F23 Tuesday Dec 12 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 EAST INDIAN INSTANT POT BUTTER CHICKEN, Online | Selam | #ADGTMTS01F23 COCONUT CURRIED LENTILS & HOMEMADE NAAN GUARANTEE Cook along with Chef Tess in this action-packed class, making the popular Butter Chicken, Coconut Curried Lentils, and homemade naan We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses bread. Choose one dish for your cook-along and watch a demonstration and activities. If you are not satisfied with your of the other, or, if you have a second Instant Pot, make both! All experience, please contact the Community Education participants are encouraged to cook-along making homemade naan. office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Experience how these culinary creations are taken to another level using the Instant Pot! Family Education office at 763.241.3524. Saturday Sep 23 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIEIIP01F23 14 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY ADULTS BAKE-AND-BUILD GINGERBREAD HOUSE! BAKLAVA & SPANAKOPITA! SWEET & SAVORY FAMILY FUN BAKE-ALONG MOUTHWATERING GREEK FILO PASTRIES Start a new holiday tradition and create lifelong family memories by Baklava is a traditional Greek layered dessert pastry made with filo, baking homemade gingerbread and constructing your own gingerbread chopped nuts, and a few secret ingredients, then bathed in dreamy house! During this class, you will create the gingerbread for the house syrup. Spanakopita, on the other hand, is a Greek savory pastry and whip up a batch of stiff Royal Icing to hold it all together! consisting of delicate sheets of filo pastry wrapped around a filling of spinach, cheese, and other secret ingredients. During this class, Tess Friday Dec 15 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 will guide you through creating her version of baklava and will also lead Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDGBHC01F23 you through the creation of her spanakopita triangles. HOLIDAY COOKIE BAKE AND DECORATE! Tuesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGBKLV01F23 Gather your family for this fun online holiday cookie decorating class! Learn the basics for decorating cookies at home with Royal Icing. You COPYCAT CINNABON CINNAMON ROLLS AND will receive an email with recipes for cookies to bake ahead of time so HOT COCOA BOMBS class can focus on decorating. No fancy decorating tips or bags will be needed. The instructor will show techniques using simple plastic Start a new holiday tradition as you learn to create these delicious sandwich bags to decorate. freshly-baked homemade cinnamon rolls and velvety hot cocoa bombs! Tess has decided to share her Copycat Cinnabon recipe with those Friday Dec 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 that register for this class! As the cinnamon rolls are rising, learn how to Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDCKKI01F23 make cocoa bombs that pair perfectly with the cinnamon rolls! You will need a cocoa bomb silicone mold to create the cocoa bombs. NEW! FRIGHT NIGHT DELIGHT! GHOULISH FALL FAMILY FUN! Saturday Dec 2 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDCNBN01F23 Fall is synonymous with pumpkins, spice, harvest, and ghoulish family fun. Join Tess as she guides you step-by-step through the creation of NEW! DIM SUM STUFFED STEAMED BUNS! a unique fall family feast called \"Fright Night Delight!\" Create pumpkin- CHINESE BBQ CHICKEN & VEGETARIAN FILLINGS! shaped pumpkin and potato gnocchi with a cheesy cream sauce, ghoulish intestines (stuffed pastry seasoned meat roll) with a gory Dim Sum is a Chinese or Cantonese meal consisting of small appetizers cranberry dipping sauce, and pumpkin and spice chocolate chip muffins. or finger foods. Join Tess for one of her newest classes as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating two types of Dim Sum Friday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Stuffed Steamed Buns using homemade dough. You will make two Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGFRTN01F23 fillings for the buns -- a gooey Chinese BBQ chicken filling and a savory vegetarian filling. WHAT'S COOKING? Friday Nov 3 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGDMSM01F23 ONLINE! CULINARY CLASSES PLEASE NOTE The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting The decision on whether date: a class will run is made »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) 3-5 days before the »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) class start date. »  Video conference link REGISTER EARLY One registration fee covers participants from the same household to help ensure we only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. don’t cancel a class After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. you are hoping to take. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 15

ADULTS CULINARY HOMEMADE PIEROGIES Perfect your pierogies during this virtual cook-along class! Start with homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! You'll also discover how to freeze these little dumplings and store them for a rainy day. Friday Nov 10 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGHMPG01F23 Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece INSTANT POT 101 -- LIVE in a live cook-along class on Tuesday, Oct 24! Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant ESCAPE TO THE MEDITERRANEAN! COOK-ALONG Pot during this virtual cooking class! Learn the foundations of cooking, care, and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece in this live cook- Instant Pot. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert menu items will be along class! You'll create a classic full-flavored Greek meal for your family, demonstrated in this class. Cook along with Tess as she creates a significant other, or friends, or have them join you for a special evening as Creamy Cheesy Tuscan Chicken with Penne pasta dish. There will be you create the taste of Greece in your kitchen. The menu includes Greek time for questions and answers. Grilled Chicken Souvlaki (skewers), Tzatziki (traditional Greek yogurt dipping sauce), Greek Veggie Rice, and homemade pita bread! Saturday Sep 16 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIIPLV01F23 Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGIPEM01F23 NEW! JAMAICAN MEAT HAND PIES! FOCACCIA, STROMBOLI & CALZONES! Jamaican Meat Hand-Pies consist of ground meat filling seasoned with the warm, savory spices and flavors of Jamaica and baked inside a Dive into the world of unique rolled and stuffed pizzas and marvelous tender, flaky golden pastry. Follow Tess in one of her newest classes focaccia bread in this virtual cook-along class. Learn how to make as she guides you through creating these golden pockets of goodness your own homemade focaccia bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called from scratch. Do not fear the spices -- they are for flavor, NOT HEAT! All stromboli, and the stuffed pizzas we know as calzones. Equipment spices and seasonings can be adjusted to your family's taste. Tess will needs: 9x13 non-stick baking pan or larger sheet pan is needed for also be sharing tips for freezing and reheating! the focaccia bread. Additional sheets will be needed for the stromboli and the calzones. A stand mixer is highly recommended to make both Saturday Nov 4 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 doughs during class. Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGJMHP01F23 Saturday Sep 30 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 WHAT'S COOKING? Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGFSCL01F23 FREEZER MEAL BOOTCAMP! INSTANT POT OR ONLINE! CULINARY CLASSES ANY POT MAKE-AHEAD FREEZER MEALS The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting Have dinner ready in no time on a busy day! This virtual Instant Pot date: demonstration-style class gives you the option to prepare Cheesy Stuffed Shells for your freezer along with learning the foundations of preparing »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) nourishing make-ahead freezer meals that will go straight from your »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) freezer to your Instant Pot. Our online chef will show you how to prepare »  Video conference link Sweet and Zesty Meatballs, Greek Lemon Garlic and Herbed Chicken, Pork Chops with Herbs & Gravy, and Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup. One registration fee covers participants from the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. Saturday Oct 14 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $39 After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGFZRM01F23 16 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY ADULTS KOLACHE! TEXAN SAVORY AND EUROPEAN SWEET A Texan kolache is a wonderfully fluffy, extra-large, mildly sweet, baked doughnut stuffed with a choice of sausage and other fillings such as cheese. Sweet kolache are a wonderful light cookie traditionally made in European countries around the winter holidays that are filled with preserves and dusted with confectioners sugar. Learn how to make these delicious delicacies during this cook-along class. Friday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Two of the most-craved items in Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGKLCH01F23 North America are pizza and soft pretzels! MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN GYRO MEAL! NEW! PRETZEL CRUST PIZZA & PRETZEL KNOTS WITH BEER CHEESE DIP! Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean in the comfort of your own home in this cook-along class. Learn to create a full-flavored, Two of the most-craved food items in North America are pizza and soft mouthwatering taste of Greece from a descendant of the Spartans who pretzels! Learn how to satisfy both cravings at once by joining Tess has been cooking Mediterranean cuisine for over 45 years! Your menu as she guides you through her step-by-step process of creating her includes a Greek Chicken Gyro (made indoors), Tzatziki, Greek Oven- Specialty Gourmet Pretzel Crust Pizza! You'll also have the pleasure of Roasted Lemon Potatoes, homemade pita bread, drizzle dressing, and learning to prepare her homemade pizza sauce, soft pretzel knots, and a Greek salad dressing. velvety beer-cheese dip! Saturday Nov 18 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Friday Oct 27 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGGYRO01F23 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGPRTZ01F23 PIZZA! PIZZA! PIZZA PARTY! LOADED BAKED SWEDISH MEATBALLS & HAND-PULLED NOODLES! POTATO PIZZA, DETROIT-STYLE PIZZA & PIZZA MONKEY BREAD Have you ever wondered what Swedish meatballs are or how to make them? Create a memorable holiday meal with Tess as she guides you The pizza world is as wild as your imagination! Join this fun-filled through making the most delicious Swedish meatballs, seasoned to cook-along class as Tess guides you through the creation of three perfection and bathed in a savory, velvety cream sauce. Then serve marvelous pizza creations. During class, you can cook along as Tess them over your own hand-pulled noodles! Follow along as Tess leads provides step-by-step instructions to create Loaded Baked Potato Pizza, you step-by-step through her recipes while sharing her secrets for a Detroit-Style Pizza, and a Monkey Bread Pizza using Tess' personal making everything about this meal from scratch! pizza sauce. A Detroit-style pizza pan is highly recommended, however a non-stick 13\"x9\" can be used. Saturday Dec 9 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGSWDM01F23 Saturday Nov 11 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGLBPP01F23 www.isd728.org/JoinCE-Email CHICKEN MARSALA VS. CHICKEN LIMONE During this three-hour culinary class, you will help prepare fresh bruschetta, chicken marsala, and chicken limone. Both entrees are served with \"Spaghetti Aglio Olio,\" tender garden vegetables tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Romano cheese. We'll finish with \"Diplomatico,\" a divine combination of rum- and espresso-soaked pound cake, rich chocolate mousse, and fresh whipped cream. This class includes both demonstration and hands-on instruction. This class is held in partnership with Osseo Community Education and held at Osseo Middle School. Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $49 Osseo MS Rm 174 FACS Lab | Sandino | #ADGCMRL01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 17

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST NEW! COCKTAIL AND APPETIZER- GUIDED AUTOBIOGRAPHY MAKING CLASS ► AGE 21+ Write the Story of your Life -- two pages at a time! Designed to help you Craft your own guacamole and margarita pairing! recall, organize and share the contents of your life experiences, these You'll discover the best ingredients to make classes will help evoke memories through a variety of life themes such guacamole, and what goes into the best margarita, as family, work/career, and health. Pass along valuable lessons, stories, then make both for a delicious, south-of-the-border taste experience. and history to your family, friends, and future generations. No writing experience is necessary. Tuesday Sep 19 | 1 session | 6:15-7:45pm | $45 Pour Cocktail Bar & Bites Otsego | #ADACAPP01F23 Mondays Oct 9-Nov 27 | 8 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $129 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFGDAB01F23 OKTOBERFEST PREMIER WORLD DISCOVERY: TRAVEL Celebrate the German fall tradition by learning how to prepare delicious EXPLORATION dishes including sauerbraten, beef rouladens, pork ribs, and MORE! This is a demonstration class; items are prepped ahead by the Chef in order to get Join us as we discuss the current state of the travel and tour industry. through these amazing recipes in three hours. This class is held in partnership The pandemic temporarily slowed travel and many destinations have with Osseo Community Education and will meet at Osseo Middle School. been on a pause. However, now is the ideal time to learn and dream about touring again. At this presentation, you will see highlights Wednesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $49 of upcoming 2023 trips and a preview of 2024. Please join us and Osseo MS Rm 174 FACS Lab | Sandino | #ADGOCFT01F23 experience the world together again! Class is free, but please register. NEW! OLD FASHIONED CLASS Thursday Sep 14 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $0 ► AGE 21+ Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Premier World Discovery | #ARIDISC01F23 An \"Old Fashioned\" is a classic whiskey cocktail that INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVERS feels fancy, but is incredibly easy to make. Sample three different whiskeys, then pick your favorite to Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities, and use in your \"Old Fashioned!\" tools you need to find success in the growing remote-working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional Tuesday Oct 10 | 1 session | 6:15-7:45pm | $39 voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90-minute, one-on-one Pour Cocktail Bar & Bites Otsego | #ADAOLDF01F23 video chat class! Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo. TANTALIZING THAI CUISINE Sep 1-Dec 31* | $49 Thai cuisine is a feast for the senses! It is flavorful, aromatic and beautiful, Online | Voices for All | #AGJITVO01F23 with care given to the food's appearance and smell as well as texture and *Upon completion of registration, you will be contacted to set up your taste. Explore the tantalizing flavors of the Thai region in one delicious online class. wteMoviatechnonyOminfsgpos.loeeTdtoehitiCstehomcemlsarmesascruiepinneipctysrleuEipdndaeturshecrbdeaoetbitohyhnodthaueenrmsdc.ohTinsehsfhitsrienalcdtaliaodasnvtaTsaOahincnsse3cldsoaec-edhf5sflosaeeasonrdMcsedwtiasdhissdyia-idislnoostlltenwnacrbuoeSirneolntclsaafnhtordbrieousrowaoceartlhatm.beiotteli.ehonatn.ehdeer Wednesday Oct 18 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $49 An email with online Osseo MS Rm 174 FACS Lab | Sandino | #AGCTTAI01F23 meeting information and link will be sent prior LOCATIONS to your online class. Pour Cocktail Bar & Bites 9125 Quaday Ave, Otsego Osseo Middle School 10223 93rd Ave N, Maple Grove 18 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE FINANCE ADULTS ACHIEVING DREAMS TAX STRATEGIES FUTURE PLANNING HOME BUYING IN TODAY'S MARKET NEW! TRANSFERRING PROPERTY ACROSS GENERATIONS Whether it is your very first home, dream home, or investment property, the home-buying process can be intimidating, especially in TODAY'S Farms, cabins, and other properties can hold special meaning to market. We'll walk through the ever-changing real estate market and families. But transferring them to the next generation can be tricky. Learn empower you to make educated decisions when purchasing. We will how to create a transition strategy that's equitable to you and your heirs. help you create a plan based on your goals, limitations, timeline, and the Their inheritance is your legacy. market specific to where you are looking to buy. Thursday Nov 2 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $15 Tuesday Sep 19 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $15 per household Rogers MS Media Door A | Barck | #ANETRSF01F23 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNHBTM01F23 ESTATE PLANNING FOR SECOND MARRIAGES Saturday Sep 23 | 1 session | 9:00-10:30am | $15 per household Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Olson | #ANNHBTM02F23 Are you in a second marriage? Do you have children from a previous marriage or relationship? Do you have a complicated family situation? MYTHS AND TIPS TO SELL YOUR HOME TODAY With a second marriage or complicated family situation, it is even more important to put documents in place to correctly reflect your wishes. The thought of selling your home in TODAY's market can be Discuss the basics of estate planning and where some of those plans fall overwhelming! We'll explore the ever-changing real estate market with short for people in a second marriage. Our instructor is a licensed attorney. up-to-date information on the current market conditions and how to prepare your home to sell today. We will discuss the common myths of Tuesday Oct 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 the real estate market and help you create a plan based on your goals, Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sullivan | #ANEEST201F23 timeline, and the market specific to where you are selling. SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY Tuesday Sep 26 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $15 per household Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNMTSH01F23 During this workshop you will cover strategies for maximizing your Social Security benefits, including five factors to consider when deciding Saturday Sep 30 | 1 session | 9:00-10:30am | $15 per household when to apply for benefits, how to minimize taxes on Social Security Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNMTSH02F23 benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources of retirement income. PREPARE WISELY: ESTATE STRATEGY ESSENTIALS Thursday Nov 2 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $15 No matter your wealth or status, you have an estate. And all estates have Prairie View MS Media Center Door A | Bettinger | #ANSSVSC01F23 something in common -- you can't take it with you when you die. Join us to discover and discuss the essential factors in building your estate plan. SAVVY TAX STRATEGIES Tuesday Sep 12 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $15 Fact #1: Taxes can be complicated. Fact #2: No one wants to pay Rogers MS Media Door A | Barck | #ANEPWES01F23 more than their fair share. Join financial expert Justin Bettinger as he cuts through the jargon and complexity to help you create an efficient MEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D retirement tax strategy. You will also learn how to avoid common - and costly - mistakes with your investments, health care and estate. 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 Tuesday Oct 10 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $15 for you. Prairie View MS Media Center Door A | Bettinger | #ANTSTXS01F23 Thursday Oct 26 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $15 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 19

ADULTS TECHNOLOGY | WORKPLACE QUICKBOOKS ONLINE FOR BEGINNERS Did you have to file an extension for your taxes? Are you starting a new business and need to learn QuickBooks Online fast? Or are you using QuickBooks Online and need help with accurate entry? Learn by hands- on entry and demonstrations of the basics. Get back to working your business with confidence that your books will be in order for tax time. Bring your laptop. Saturdays Sep 9-23 | 3 sessions | 10:00am-12:00pm | $59 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | McCarty | #ATFQUIK01F23 Saturdays Nov 4-18 | 3 sessions | 10:00am-12:00pm | $59 Social media is a powerful tool to boost sales, increase brand Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | McCarty | #ATFQUIK02F23 awareness and trust, and increase customer satisfaction. GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH INSTAGRAM HOW TO PRESENT SOCIAL MEDIA ANALYTICS WITH EASE What can you do on Instagram that can result in huge growth for your customer base and sales? You'll find the answers in this fun, beginner- More and more businesses, organizations, and groups use social media level class on growing your business with Instagram. Learn the key steps to promote themselves. Expand your skills and learn the basics of social needed to improve your company bottom line and gain more followers. media analytics from Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. We'll walk Plus, you will learn to make your content irresistible and have fun! you through a step-by-step process so you can confidently interpret the Sessions are recorded and available to registered students at anytime. analytics and present how a post performed on social media. If you are unable to attend the live training, you can still register and watch the Tuesday Sep 12 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 recorded class at your convenience. Online | Welsh | #AWSINST01F23 HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN YOUTUBE CHANNEL Tuesday Oct 3 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 Online | Welsh | #AWSSMAN01F23 Learn the basics to create and begin your very own YouTube channel. Join the world's largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, USING SNAPCHAT SAFELY IN 2023! instructions, talents/gifts, and more with the world and your audience! If you are unable to attend the live training, you can still register and watch Have you been curious as to exactly what Snapchat is? We will cover the recorded lesson at your convenience. everything adults need to know about one of most popular social media apps in the world. You'll learn the foundation for how Snapchat is used, Thursday Sep 28 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 what the basic features include, and more. If you are unable to attend Online | Welsh | #ATSYTBE01F23 the live class, you can still register and watch a recording of the training n whether at your convenience. is made ore the Thursday Sep 14 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 date. Online | Welsh | #ATSSCHT01F23 An email with online SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS meeting information and link will be sent prior Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business to your online class. is imperative in today's technology world. Don't let your skillset or company get left behind by missing the key social media rules you need to know! Learn how to craft a simple but effective social media marketing strategy, listen directly to customers, and implement tips to grow your business all while staying organized without being overwhelmed by technology. Thursday Sep 7 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 Online | Welsh | #AWSSMDA01F23 20 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

WORKPLACE ADULTS ONLINE CERTIFICATE CLASSES! Whether you’re a professional looking to enhance your skills and professional credentials, a high school graduate looking to continue your education, or an individual just looking for something to do in your free time, an online certificate course may be a great solution for you. Our certificates involve completing 2 or 3 individual courses over a period of months; however, you can also register for individual courses. Courses are provided by quality colleges and associations with expert instructors. Certificates and individual courses can be completed: »  As non-credit, in which case you can participate as little or as much as you like; »  For completion and recognition; these completion requirements apply if you are taking the online course or certificate to earn a Certificate/ Certification or CEUs. Start your online training and add a new skill set to your resumé today! Registering for a certificate program will automatically enroll you in the required courses and save you money. Classes included in certificate programs can also be taken individually. Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way to learn. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The content (readings, audio lectures, slides) and self quizzes are accessible for the entire course, so you can work ahead, or go back and review again, at your convenience. After you register, login information will be sent to your email three days prior to the start of class. Visit our website at www.728communityed.com to view additional information and full course descriptions for all online certificate programs and individual courses. CERTIFICATE CLASSES STARTING FALL 2023 Bookkeeping Certificate Certificate in Project Management »  Understanding Debits and Credits | General Ledger and Month-End »  Introduction to Project Management | Project Management Procedures | Closing Procedures and Financial Statements Knowledge Areas | Project Management Processes Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers Certificate in Web Design »  Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers | Cash is King | Financial Analysis and Planning for Non-Financial Managers »   Introduction to Web Design | Intermediate Web Design Certificate in Basic Game Design Advanced Web Design »  Introduction to Game Design | Intermediate Video Game Design Certificate in Workplace Communication »  Conflict Management | Negotiation: Get What You Want | Using Certificate in Business Writing Personality Profiles for Better Work Performance »  Business Writing | Effective Copywriting | Writing News and Press Coding Certificate Releases »  Introduction to Coding | HTML Fundamentals | CSS Fundamentals Certificate in Customer Service Digital Marketing Certificate »  Extraordinary Customer Service| Keys to Customer Service »  Improving Email Promotions | Boosting Your Website Traffic Certificate in Data Analysis Online Advertising »  Introduction to Data Analysis | Intermediate Data Analysis Entrepreneurship Certificate Advance Data Analysis »  Entrepreneur Boot Camp | The Business Plan | Entrepreneurial Certificate in Leadership Development Marketing »  Leadership Principles | Developing Your Leadership Skills Google Analytics Certificate »  Google Analytics | Advanced Google Analytics Developing Your Professional Career Integrated Marketing Certificate Certificate in Learning Styles »  Developing the Socialization Skills of Students with ASD in the »  Advanced Marketing Concepts | Successful Print Marketing Inclusive Classroom | Gender Matters: Gender in the Classroom Generational Learning Styles Integrated Marketing Best Practices Certificate in Mastering Excel Management Certificate »  Mastering Microsoft Excel | Intermediate Excel| Advanced Excel »  Management Boot Camp | Collaborative Management | Managing Certificate in Non-Profit Administration Generations in the Workplace »  Revenue Generation for Nonprofits | Program Evaluation for Nonprofits Mastering Video Marketing Certificate Certificate in Online Teaching »  YouTube for Business | Video Marketing »  Advanced Teaching Online | Designing Online Instruction Social Media for Business Certificate Fostering Online Discussion »  Introduction to Social Media | Integrating Social Media in Your Organization | Marketing Using Social Media ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 21

ADULTS BASIC EDUCATION EXPERIENCE GED | DIPLOMA DISTANCE LEARNING SUCCESS ł NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA? ł IMPROVE BASIC SKILLS Three Adult Secondary Credential Options available: Adult Basic Education (ABE) is for learners who need goal-specific basic skills such as: ► GED »  The four tests in the GED battery measure academic »  Accuplacer and College Prep competencies. »  Returning to the workforce or changing careers »  To take the official tests, you must be 19 years of age or older and »  Helping children with homework have a valid, current government-issued photo ID. If you are 17 or »  ASVAB preparation 18 years old and are not currently enrolled in high school, we can »  Keyboarding and Computer Basics apply for your age waiver. »  The cost per subject area of the GED is $36. Official practice tests ONLINE! DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES are $6.99 each. »  The Elk River Learning Lab will provide instruction to help you Ask about how you may be able to study off-site in the comfort of your prepare for the exam, help you develop a study plan, and guide you home! through the process of registering for the official exams. »  Minnesota recently approved the HiSET as an additional high »  Prepare for the GED school equivalency exam. Our ABE staff is learning more about this »  Brush up on English, reading, writing, or math skills exam and will provide it as an option to our programing. »  Self-paced, individualized programs »  Flexible and convenient ► CREDIT RECOVERY DIPLOMA »  LIVE Interactive classes »  Credit recovery diploma is available to qualifying adults age 18 and older. Enroll in our online program designed for adults to brush up on skills »  Coursework for missing credits is completed in an independent using online materials and the support of a trained teacher. study program using online courses. »  High school transcripts will be evaluated to determine which JOIN OUR TEAM OF ABE AND ESL VOLUNTEERS credits and coursework are needed. Here’s your opportunity to make a contribution to your community in a ► MINNESOTA STANDARD ADULT HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA personal way. Classroom and one-to-one volunteers are needed for a variety of positions: classroom assistant, clerical assistant and technology Since 2015, adults who are at least 19 years old have had the option assistant. Work with individuals or small groups tutoring basic skills or of earning the Minnesota Standard Adult High School Diploma as a English as a Second Language. If you would like to learn more about completion option. This option allows individuals to complete their diploma becoming a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 763-433-4221. through five domains: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Employability and Career Awareness. Each domain has a number of competencies that can be met in a variety of ways including school transcripts, test-verified knowledge, ABE courses and experiential learning. Interested individuals will meet with ABE instructors to determine how FREE CHILDCARE! competencies will be completed. Learners choosing this option will have their diplomas verified by a panel of field reviewers consisting of ABE instructors, Free on-site childcare is available for some and the diploma is issued from the Minnesota Department of Education. Adult Basic Education and English as a Second Language classes. Please see any ABE/ESL staff Recent ABE participants earning this diploma have decided to complete it for various reasons, including the following: member for registration assistance. »  Credit given for work done in high school or college »  Ability to use qualifying assessment scores such as ACT®, GED®, MCA and Accuplacer results »  Better preparation for attending post secondary institutions »  Proof of relevant 21st Century skills 22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ADULTS FREE TRAINING AND PLACEMENT INTO ABE/ESL 2023 CLASS INFORMATION ENERGY-RELATED CONSTRUCTION CAREERS. FALL 2023 High-pay and high-skilled jobs are waiting for you! Training starts fall of 2023 Apply today at www.cmjts.org. »  Monday 4:00-7:00 pm »  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am -12:30pm FREE »  Tuesday 1:00-4:00pm Not meeting Oct 1-20, Nov 22-24 and Dec 20-Jan 1 Training and Placement into energy-related ONLINE! INTERACTIVE ONLINE CLASSES construction careers. High-pay and »  Pronunciation high-skilled jobs are »  Conversation waiting for you! »  Reading/Writing Skills »  English Instructors will discuss which options will meet your needs based on your skills and goals. CONTACT INFORMATION  Elk River Learning Lab Community Education at The Handke Center 1170 Main Street, Elk River, MN 55330 q 763-241-3400 x5525 E [email protected]  www.728communityed.com Training Starts fall of 2023 www.cmjts.org Coordinator: Sherry Smith Apply Now! Instructor: Rallou Rice Auxiliary aids and services are available Eligibility: 18+, Minnesota resident, not attending upon request to individuals with disabilities by CLASSROOM LOCATION high school, have a driver’s license or the ability to obtain one (priority given to women, people of contacting Leslie Wojtowicz at 800.281.7400 Handke Center - Room 221 color, and veterans) or email at [email protected] Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. Contact Gerri McGimpsey for more information at 651.583.5462 or complete an interest form using the QR code or at www.cmjts.org | Interested in learning more ł ESL FOR ADULTS about Adult Basic Education and English classes? English as a Second Language (ESL) is training for individuals whose first Scan the QR code on the right SCAN HERE language is not English. Training is designed to help participants with: with your phone to access our interest form and one of our »  Speaking »  Reading ABE staff will contact you! »  Listening »  Writing »  Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) »  Citizenship »  Online classes available Beginning, intermediate, and advanced level classes or individualized instruction are available. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 23

ADULTS HOPE Join us on Oct 7 at Dehn's Pumpkin Patch in Dayton. Explore the corn maze, toss kernels in the corn pit, slide WELCOME TO THE HOPE PROGRAM! down the gunny sack slide, and relax on a hayride. 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 CLASSES new ones to try. »  Sep 14 Cat & Moon Canvas Painting »  These activities are designed for adults with developmental »  Sep 19 Let's Cook! Taco Tuesday disabilities (age 18+). »  Sep 26 Let's Cook! Taco Tuesday »  Sep 28 Book Club: Lessons Learned from My Cat »  You can also access program information and register online at »  Oct 10 BOO String Art www.728communityed.com. »  Oct 17 Pumpkin Decorating Party »  Oct 26 Let's Cook! Yummy Mummy »  Participants are asked to register a staff or family member »  Nov 7 Turkey Door Hanger (age 16+) if personal care assistance is needed. »  Nov 9 Let's Cook! Tater Tot Hotdish & Pumpkin Bars »  Dec 5 Gifts in a Jar »  If attending alone, the participant should be able to function »  Dec 7 Handmade Christmas Ornaments independently in a group setting, follow simple directions, and »  Dec 12 Gingerbread House Decorating communicate their needs. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! »  All reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of the participants. Be one of the first to get details on all HOPE classes! »  Please allow at least one week to make accommodations; this includes sign language interpretation. Contact our office to join the HOPE mailing list. Call 763.241.3520 »  Community Education welcomes persons of all abilities to participate in any of the activities throughout this brochure. or email [email protected]. EVENTS & ACTIVITIES »  Sep 5 & 12 Dancing with the Stars Dance Workout »  Sep 7 Game Night »  Sep 21 Uno Tournament »  Oct 7 Dehn's Pumpkin Patch Day Trip »  Oct 5 Fall Foliage Walk in the Park »  Oct 12 Game Night »  Oct 30 Holiday Movie at Handke »  NOV 2 HOPE SEASON KICK OFF »  Nov 14 Yahtzee Tournament »  Nov 16 Friendsgiving »  Nov 28 Game Night »  Dec 19 Buddy the Elf Holiday Celebration »  Dec 21 Game Night »  Dec 27 The Price is Right Game Night H PEISD 728 Community Education 24 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE YOUTLHESSONS AQUATICS PROGRESS CONFIDENCE GROUP LESSONS PARENT/CHILD: WATER BABIES PARENT/CHILD: TRANSITION ► AGE 3+ ► AGE 6-24 MONTHS W/PARENT This class is for students working toward independent swimming, but who Parent/Child: Water Babies introduces your infant/toddler to the are not yet comfortable leaving their parent/guardian. Adult and child will water while teaching you techniques to safely orient them to this new work together to develop skills crucial for learning to swim and promote environment. We will focus on kicks, floats, and submersion. You safety in the water. Adults can expect to be in the water for the first few can expect a lot of songs and splashing while your child explores the classes. As the session progresses, parents will transition to the pool deck water. Child must be at least six months old, a parent/guardian must and, finally, to the stands. There are no prerequisites for this class. accompany their student in the pool at each class. Children should wear swim diapers. Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 4:30-4:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN01F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $55 *Not meeting Oct 22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB01F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN02F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:25pm | $55 *Not meeting Oct 22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB02F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS01F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:25pm | $55 *Not meeting Oct 22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB03F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS02F23 PARENT/TOT: WATER ACCLIMATION *Not meeting Oct 22 ► AGE 2-4 W/PARENT Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $55 Parent/Tot: Water Acclimation teaches swimming readiness skills while VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS03F23 building confidence in the water. Children will be introduced to flutter *Not meeting Oct 22 kicks, front and back floats, jumping in, and glides. All skills are done with parent/guardian assistance; a parent/guardian must accompany LITTLE SWIMMERS ► AGE 3+ their student in the pool at each class. There are no prerequisites. Children who are not toilet trained should wear swim diapers. Our Little Swimmers level is the perfect introduction to the basic skills necessary for swimming. The goal is to get your student comfortable with Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $55 the water, being held, and going underwater. Focus is on independent VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA01F23 water entry/exit, rolling over, jumping to an instructor, underwater bobs, *Not meeting Oct 22 front and back floats. There are no prerequisites for this class. Parents/ guardians are welcome to participate in the water with their student. Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA02F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 *Not meeting Oct 22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS01F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA03F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 *Not meeting Oct 22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS02F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS03F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 25

AQUATICS LESSONS LEVEL 1: BEGINNERS ► AGE 3+ Level 1 is designed to get students comfortable with the water, learning 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, elementary backstroke arms, and treading water. Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL101F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $89 All classes will include a Safety Day where students VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL102F23 will learn about being too hot, too cold, proper clothing, *Not meeting Oct 22 throwing assists, lifeguards and emergencies. Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL103F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 LEVEL 2: ADVANCED BEGINNERS ► AGE 3+ LEVEL 3: INTERMEDIATE ► AGE 4+ The focus of this Level 2 swim class is horizontal motion. When Level 3 introduces rhythmic breathing and builds on the skills learned in swimmers put their faces in the water willingly, we can start teaching Levels 1 and 2 to help students achieve basic water skills. Student must motion. We will focus on front and back float, front crawl, elementary have passed Level 2 to participate, or meet the following prerequisites: backstroke, treading water, and sitting dives. Student must have passed Level 1 to participate, or meet the following prerequisites: »  Front kicks with rhythmic »  Elementary backstroke arms breathing 7 to 10 yards »  Bob underwater 10 times »  Back kicks 5 yards with »  Front float 7 seconds kickboard or barbell »  Front float 10 seconds »  Elementary backstroke 5 »  Front glide »  Front crawl (freestyle) 7 to 10 yards (with whip kick) »  Front kicks 5 yards with »  Elementary backstroke arms 3 yards (using any kick) yards »  Tread water 10 seconds kickboard or barbell »  Back kicks 7 to 10 yards »  Sitting dive »  Front crawl (Scoops) 3 yards »  Tread water 5 seconds using »  Back float 15 seconds »  Back float 10 seconds arms and kicks »  Back glide Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 2:00-2:50pm | $89 »  Front glide 2 yards rolling into VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL301F23 a back float *Not meeting Oct 22 »  Back glide for 2 yards rolling into a front float Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL302F23 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL201F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 *Not meeting Oct 22 LEVEL 4: ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE ►AGE 4+ Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 Level 4 improves student's proficiency in swimming strokes and builds VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL202F23 on endurance. Student must have passed Level 3, or meet the following prerequisites to participate: *Not meeting Oct 22 »  Front float (can take breaths) »  Tread water 30 seconds, hips 30 seconds, body straight below shoulders »  Front crawl with rhythmic »  Dolphin kick 10 yards breathing (freestyle) 15 yards »  Kneeling dive »  Backstroke (back crawl) 10 yards ALL SWIMMERS MUST SHOWER Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 BEFORE ENTERING THE POOL VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL401F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 26 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 Sep 17-Nov 12* | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $89 Get a great workout at the pool without VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL501F23 having to pay club membership fees. *Not meeting Oct 22 LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership Sundays Sep 17-Oct 29* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $179 fees! VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV01F23 *Not meeting Oct 22 Pay at the door: $5/day--exact change only Sundays Sep 17-Oct 29* | 6 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $179 Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 7:30-9:00pm VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV02F23 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M *Not meeting Oct 22 *Not meeting Oct 22 SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES OPEN SWIM ► ALL AGES Sundays Sep 17-Oct 29* | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $125 Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI01F23 Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around. Open swim *Not meeting Oct 22 is lifeguard-supervised for all ages. Children 6 and under who cannot swim 20 yards must have a supervising adult in the water; one to three Sundays Sep 17-Oct 29* | 6 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $125 children age 6 or under per adult in the water. All children wearing VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI02F23 diapers must have swimming diapers. No pre-registration, but groups of *Not meeting Oct 22 10+, please call ahead: (763) 241-3520. VANDENBERGE POOL Pay at the door: $5/person; $15/family (max 6 w/adult in water) Lessons and Pool Activities are held at Sundays Sep 17-Nov 12* | 12:30-2:00 pm VandenBerge MS | 948 Proctor Rd Elk River VandenBerge MS Pool Door M *Not meeting Oct 22 »  Only swim wear permitted in the pool. »  Spectator seating is open during lessons and open We have taken a few swim classes here, and this session was our favorite! The swim. instructors did such a great job. They »  Showers are required by all participants before made the class productive and fun! entering the pool. ~Abby A. »  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 27

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! 28 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

MULTI-AGE EARLY CHILDHOOD During ECFE classes, there is time together for INFANTS ►AGE BIRTH-12 MONTHS parents and children, parent discussion time, and Having a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. children’s activity and exploration time. We are here to support you in this amazing and exciting transition. Class is free, but please register. BIRTH TO THREE ► AGE BIRTH-36 MONTHS Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 1:00-2:00pm | $0 Enjoy time with your child and be creative, engage in active play, Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEINFAN01F23 and share in circle time activities. Parenting time will be in the child's classroom in a non-separating atmosphere. This class is free for ł ONES ► AGE 12-24 MONTHS children under 12 months (select waived fee when registering). Come join us in our creative learning environment designed for curious, Mondays Sep 18-Dec 11* | 11 sessions | 4:30-5:45pm | $77 busy, on-the-go toddlers. Engage with other parents and a parent Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH08F23 educator exploring toddler development, ways to expand learning *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 at home, and encouraging language development. This is a non- separating class. New families may join at any time as space permits. Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $91 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEBIRTH02F23 Mondays Sep 18-Dec 11* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EETONES02F23 Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $91 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH06F23 Wednesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 Wednesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 11 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EETONES01F23 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH05F23 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 ł TWOS ► AGE 24-36 MONTHS Thursdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH07F23 Two-year-olds are growing at high speed! They require guidance and *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 limits as they set out to try new things in their world. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, Fridays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 8:45-10:00am | $77 dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH04F23 *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 Wednesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEFTWOS01F23 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 WANT TO LEARN MORE? If you have questions or would like to visit one of our ECFE classrooms and meet an Early Childhood or Parent Educator, contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. No one will be denied participation in ECFE programs because of inability to pay. Call us today to ask questions, make payment plan arrangements, or to have fees reduced or waived. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 29

EARLY CHILDHOOD MULTI-AGE TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS PARTICIPANT/SIBLING ► AGE 18 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY CHILDCARE @ HANDKE Children learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in a EDVENTURE CLUB growth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physical PARTICIPANT/SIBLING CHILDCARE and cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children/siblings of Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $91 program participants by staff specifically trained in Early Childhood Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EETODDL02F23 best practices. Please note: Participant/Sibling childcare is offered for the Handke Center classes only. Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $91 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL04F23 »  This is a pay-in-advance program. »  Registration is due by the Monday two weeks prior to when Wednesday Sep 20-Dec 13* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $77 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EETODDL07F23 care is needed. *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 »  Changes to your child's attendance schedule are due Thursdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $77 by 11:59pm on Wednesday of the week prior to planned Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL05F23 attendance. Schedule change requests are pending until *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 approved by the office. »  Requests for additional days of care made after the Thursdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $77 registration deadline will be added to a waiting list. You will be Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL08F23 notified by email only if the site is able to accommodate the *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 request. Fridays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 HOW DO I REGISTER? Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EETODDL06F23 *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 »  Register at https://isd728.ce.eleyo.com; payment is not due at time of registration. Saturdays Sep 23-Dec 16* | 11 sessions | 8:45-10:15am | $77 Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EETODDL01F23 »  Your childcare account will be invoiced by 5pm on Thursday *Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 the week prior to scheduled attendance with auto payments processed on Friday of the week prior to attendance. łMO TNHTRHESE-KSI,NFDOEURRGSA,RFTIVEENSE►NTRAYGE 36 »  Schedules and payments are online only: email and phone This is a time of investigating and experimenting for your child. Explore registrations will not be accepted. with your preschool age child and discover the world of math, literacy and social play. »  Scheduled days can be completed weekly or monthly; you will be invoiced weekly. Thursdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEPTHRE01F23 PLEASE NOTE: *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 »  Site staff cannot accept registrations, changes or Read our cancellations. ECFE BLOG »  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. KłIN PDLEARYGAANRDTELNEAERNNTR►Y AGE 2 YEARS- Children learn best through play experiences, which are essential to a child's growth. In this class for the 2-year-old to kindergarten child, we will spend time looking at the amazing benefits of play in childhood. Mondays Sep 18-Dec 11* | 11 sessions | 10:30-11:45am | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEFPLLN01F23 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 30 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

MULTI-AGE EARLY CHILDHOOD MKIENSDSEYRAGRATRT►ENAEGNET1R2Y MONTHS- EXPERIENCE THIS! Calling all budding artists! Let's explore different ways to create art. You and your child will experience different types of art -- all very messy! Come dressed for fun creating; smocks will be available. Fridays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $77 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #EEPMA3601F23 *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 GRANDPARENTS ARE GREAT ► AGE 12 MONTHS- KINDERGARTEN Enjoy time with your grandchild in our classroom creating and NKIONTDSEORGSACRATREYN►ENATGREY BIRTH- participating in songs and activities. While your grandchild is enjoying our classroom with a teacher, you will have time to separate for a Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloween discussion about grandparenting topics. fun! This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and family fun on our Nature Explore Center! Non-scary Thursdays Oct 26-Nov 30* | 5 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $35 costumes are allowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE and Friends of Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EETGRAT01F23 Sherburne Wildlife Refuge. *Not meeting Nov 23 Saturday Oct 28 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm NEW! ART EXPLORE ► AGE 2-5 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 Let's explore different ways to create art. You and your child will Event is free, but please pre-register: discover a variety of art forms and ways to express your imagination. www.isd728.org /ECFE-NotSoScary2023 Come dressed for creative fun! Thursdays Nov 2-30* | 4 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $28 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEWARTE01F23 *Not meeting Nov 23 NEW! MUSIC MANIA ► AGE 2-5 SATURDAY MORNING GYM TIME ► AGE BIRTH- KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Everything from \"Baby Shark, doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo\" to shaker eggs! Come learn through music as we sing, create instruments, and play instruments, all based on a theme children and families can relate to. Thursdays Sep 28-Oct 26* | 4 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $28 Do you have children who need to run off extra energy? Parents and Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEWMUSI01F23 children get active together by running, jumping, playing ball and *Not meeting Oct 19 more! First-come, first-served; space is limited to 25 total (adults and children). PLEASE NOTE Pay at the Door: Fee: $2.50/child without pass; $10/5-day pass The decision on whether a class will run is made Saturdays Oct 28-Dec 16* | 7 sessions | 9:30-11:30am Handke Center Gym Door 5 | #EDSSGYM01F23 3-5 days before the *Not meeting Nov 25 class start date. REGISTER EARLY to help ensure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 31

EARLY CHILDHOOD NATURE EXPLORE CENTER | PARENTING OUTDOOR NATURE EXPLORE ► AGE 3-5 Visit the Nature Explore Center at Handke Center in Elk River on Monday mornings for Nature Play! Experience the great outdoors in our nature-based classroom! We will spend our class time in our Nature Explore Center in all kinds of weather SINGLE PARENTS ► AGE BIRTH-12 YEARS -- rain, shine, snow, and more! Dress appropriately. Parenting solo? Take this opportunity to meet with other parents for Tuesdays Sep 19-Dec 12 | 13 sessions | 2:00-3:30pm | $91 parenting support and information, with time to engage in activities with Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | #EEWOUTD01F23 your child and connect with other families. NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN Wednesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 11 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | Free ENTRY Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #ECSPARE01F23 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 Come to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best-kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger hunts, learn BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest) and relax in the outdoors SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME with stories and circle time! FREE admission; no registration necessary. »  BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers who Mondays Sep 18-Oct 16 | 5 sessions | 10:00-11:30am | Free are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement because Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | #EDDNATU01F23 of negative behaviors. HIKE WITH ECFE ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN »  BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills. Explore Woodland Trail, located right here in Elk River! We will meet at this fabulous local park and experience how to support your child's »  BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, interest in the outdoors. emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinate expertise and resources for success. Thursdays Sep 21-Oct 12 | 4 sessions | 3:00-4:00pm | $10 Woodland Trails Park Elk River | #EEKHIKE01F23 »  For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. »  BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a part of Wright County Family Service. WEATHER CANCELLATIONS \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS Follow our Twitter Feed »  This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at @CE728ALERT or our website the ECFE center. at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related »  Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, as cancellations and other well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child development, program updates. parenting and community resources. »  Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. »  There is no fee for home visits. 32 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

PARENTING | SCREENING EARLY CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCE THIS! EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING NEW! PARENT ONLY 4'S DISCUSSION Early Childhood Screening is an opportunity An ECFE Parent Educator will be available to discuss parenting for children and their parents to participate in topics with parents of 4 year olds. Share topics you would like to a free health and developmental screening discuss as well. Informal, fun, and supportive! Come to one or after their 3rd birthday. State law requires come for all! screening for all children starting preschool or kindergarten in a public school, ideally at age 3. Thursdays Sep 21-Nov 30* | 9 sessions | 10:45-11:45am | Free Rogers Elem Rm E105 Door 8 | #EEKPARD01F23 WHO NEEDS TO BE SCREENED? *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 All children living in District 728 who are 3, 4, or 5 years old and are NEW! 4'S-2ND GRADE PARENT DISCUSSION not currently enrolled in Kindergarten need to participate in this free screening program before entering Kindergarten, or have an equivalent Parents of children age 4 to second grade -- are you looking screening from a doctor. Children who attend Head Start or Early for parenting support? Join our licensed Parent Educator to Childhood Special Education Services programs may not have to discuss parenting topics ranging from routines to development. participate in Early Childhood Screening. Share topics you would like to discuss as well. Informal, fun, and supportive! REASONS TO SCREEN AT AGE 3 Tuesdays Sep 19-Nov 28 | 11 sessions | 12:45-2:15pm | Free »  Screening assists your child to be ready for Kindergarten. Zimmerman Elem Rm E102 Door 2 | #EEKPARG01F23 »  Health and developmental problems/concerns can be identified 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. YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT OR IS SCREENING REQUIRED? PARENTING TEENS Minnesota state law requires that your child must be screened for »  This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with information enrollment in a public school. Children are not permitted to enter public about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. school without having Early Childhood Screening. If you are planning to send your child to private or home school, the screening is not »  It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be required by law; however, we still encourage you to participate. This is a in school. wonderful opportunity for you to find out how your child is developing. »  For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your IF YOUR CHILD HAS NOT ALREADY BEEN SCREENED school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High School. Be sure to set up an appointment before your child begins Discovery Learning Preschool; MN state law requires all children must be screened »  Home visits are also available. for enrollment in public school. »  This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community SCHEDULE A SCREENING APPOINTMENT! High School and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. Screenings are done by appointment only. You can »  Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during the schedule one online at www.isd728.org/ecs-schedule or call 763-241- school year. 3525. You will first be asked to complete and submit online registration »  Classes are free. forms. You will then schedule an in-person appointment. 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 E arly Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 33

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDVENTURE CLUB 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 2023-2024 school year, your child must be age 3 by Sep 1, 2023 and they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. When registering for childcare, you choose the times that work best for We offer before/after preschool and non-school day your schedule. Registration is due by the Monday two weeks prior to when childcare for students enrolled in Discovery Learning. care is needed. This program is eligible for county assistance. With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, HOW TO REGISTER we provide a quality program that complements the Discovery Learning program curriculum. Students will be escorted between our childcare To register for before and/or after preschool childcare, please use this program and the Discovery Learning classroom by our staff. Snacks will link to set up an account that will allow you to register: www.isd728. be provided in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring a org/EdVClub-Registration. If you have additional questions about the lunch if they are attending during lunch or the full day. EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club office at 763-241-3544. DISCOVERY LEARNING Please note: All EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Wrap-around EDVENTURE CLUB DAILY RATES childcare sites may have a designated maximum registration. Once that Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman maximum registration number is reached, registration will be closed to new families; families interested in registering will be added to a waiting 7:00-9:15am or 3:15-5:30pm $13.25/day list in the order of receipt and will be contacted as space becomes available. 7:00am-1:15pm or 11:15am-5:30pm $28.75/day 7:00-9:15am and 11:15am-5:30pm $35.75/day 7:00am-1:15pm and 3:15-5:30pm $35.75/day The preschool wrap-around childcare 7:00am-5:30pm (non-school days) $49.25/day is so convenient, and my daughter has made many additional friends Discovery Learning sliding fee scale does not apply to EdVenture Club-Childcare fees. District transportation to and from EdVenture Club- outside of her preschool class. Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsible to transport when using EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare. ~Participant Mother 34 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

DISCOVERY LEARNING 2023-2024 EARLY CHILDHOOD 2023-2024 DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL ► AGE 3-5 Discover a place where children can explore, learn, laugh and grow! Discovery Learning Preschool, offered through ISD 728 Early Childhood Family Education, is a highly recognized and sought-after program with a 4-star rating from Parent Aware, an independent nonprofit organization of Minnesota business and community leaders using private sector strategies to improve school readiness. A 4-star rating is an indicator a program is using the practices that best prepare children for kindergarten. Discovery Learning Preschool offers professionally trained, caring teachers, customized preschool experiences for your child in a safe and fun environment and, as part of the school district, has access to the district’s resources. Conveniently offered in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman with a variety of daytime programming, Discovery Learning Preschool is sure to fit your child’s needs. ENGAGING CLASSROOMS: PARENT INVOLVEMENT »  Conveniently located in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman »  Parent/Child activity components; 3's weekly, 4's four times/year »  Highly trained, caring staff »  Access to a professional Parent Educator »  Classroom learning centers »  Focus on Preschool/Family connections »  Outdoor play and indoor gym times »  Volunteering and sharing skills »  Large and small group instruction »  Join our Advisory Council! COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUMS SAFETY »  Learning objectives from all areas of development »  Safety Drills are practiced with students and staff »  EZ Write handwriting »  Our buildings are secure »  Building social-emotional skills »  Access to ISD 728 Health Services »  Nutrition and physical activity »  Health and Safety guidelines from MDH, CDC and ISD 728 are »  Customized to meet your child's needs followed TRANSPORTATION To register for 2023-2024 Discovery »  Transportation available if your home or daycare is within ISD 728 Learning Preschool, (for a fee) call the office at »  Hand-to-hand transfers 763-241-3524 or online at »  Transportation is provided by Vision Transportation www.isd728.org/DLPreschool. REGISTRATION FOR 2023-2024 DISCOVERY CLASSES: »  Discovery Learning online registration is located at www.isd728.org/DLPreschool. You will need a credit or debit card for the $49 non- refundable deposit. You will receive a receipt once your application is submitted. »  Funding for Discovery Learning is based on a combination of tuition and state funding. Funding for reduced tuition is limited. In-district residents are given priority enrollment. »  Sliding fee scale for 2023-2024 Discovery Learning Preschool can be found on page 36 or at www.isd728.org/ECFE-Slidingfee. »  To be considered for reduced funding, complete the Application for Reduced Tuition at www.isd728.org/DLScholarship and upload the verification paperwork. Requests for reduced and/or waived fees cannot be processed without submission of all requested information. »  Sibling care is available for Parent/Child classes at the Handke Center for siblings at an additional fee; arrangements must be made in advance. »  If classes cancel due to low enrollment, we will try to accommodate registrations into another class if possible. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 35

EARLY CHILDHOOD RSWEGIMISTLREASTSIOONNS 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 You can register by phone at 763-241-3524, by mail, online at to illness or due to inclement weather. Credits will be issued, if www.728communityed.com, or in person at the ECFE Office requested, 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. 2023-2024 ISD 728 Discovery Learning Sliding Fee Scale Household Size Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 $42,345+ $33,875-$42,344 $28,840-$33,874 $23,804-$28,839 0-$23,803 3 $53,260+ $42,607-$53,259 $36,274-$42,606 $29,940-$36,273 0-$29,939 4 $64,175+ $51,339-$64,174 $43,708-$51,338 $36,076-$43,707 0-$36,075 5 $75,090+ $60,071-$75,089 $51,142-$60,070 $42,212-$51,141 0-$42,211 6 $86,005+ $68,803-$86,004 $58,576-$68,802 $48,348-$58,575 0-$48,347 If more than 6 people, add this amount for $12,432 $10,915 $8,732 $7,434 $6,136 each additional person ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ Discovery Learning Reduced Tuition Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 days & 1 evening $141/month $106/month $71/month $35/month $0/month 2.5 hours $1,269/year $954/year $639/year $315/year $0/year 3 day/2.5 hour $203/month $152/month $102/month $51/month $0/month $,1827/year $1,368/year $918/year $459/year $0/year 4 day/2.5 hour $277/month $208/month $139/month $69/month $0/month 4 day/6.5 hour $2,493/year $1,872/year $1,251/year $621/year $0/year 5 day/2.5 hour $834/month $626/month $417/month $209/month $0/month $7,506/year $5,634/year $3,753/year $1,881/year $0/year $344/month $258/month $172/month $86/month $0/month $3,096/year $2,322/year $1,548/year $774/year $0/year 3162 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

BEEDFVOERNET/UAFRTEECRLSUCBHNOOONL-CSHCIHLODOCLARDEAYSEXPERYIOEUNCTEH EDVENTURE CLUB NON- ►TUESDAY DEC 26 | ARCTIC ANIMALS SCHOOL DAYS Arctic animals developed some interesting ways to survive life in the Arctic. Let’s learn how they adapted to stay warm. SAFE CONVENIENT FUN AFFORDABLE Non-school days are offered on days that school is not in session due to time off for holidays or ►WEDNESDAY DEC 27 | GOING OUT WEST staff development. Fun enrichment activities are Giddy-up, cowboys, and have some fun making cool cowboy-western offered. Students are divided by grade levels for crafts. Let’s find out how cool it was to grow up in the Old West. the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education, games, academic- ►THURSDAY DEC 28 | HAPPY NEW YEAR! related activities and more. Students should The New Year is just around the corner, so join your friends as we get bring a bag lunch and beverage and wear ready to celebrate the new year by creating an awesome craft, playing a fun game, and enjoying a delicious snack. appropriate clothing for planned activities. Activities are held 9:00am- 3:00pm, with the sites open 6:00am-6:00pm. In the event of low or high ►FRIDAY DEC 29 | WINTER STEM enrollment, sites may be combined or additional sites opened. EdVenture Embrace the cold and snow with fun winter science experiments. Club offers a discounted rate for additional siblings for Non-School Days care. This discount will be applied by the office at the time of invoicing. REGISTRATION ►WEDNESDAY OCT 18 | WORLD FIESTAS Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for Non-School Days There are so many festivals celebrated around the world during this Childcare at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. time of year. Take a trip with us to explore and learn more about fiestas in different countries. Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $54.25/Day for first child ►THURSDAY OCT 19 | PIRATES AMONG US Set sail in search of fun and experience a pirate adventure with your friends aboard the pirate sea ship, Edventure Club! ►FRIDAY OCT 20 | PUMPKINS, GHOSTS, AND BATS, OH MY! NON-SCHOOL Join us as we get ready to celebrate Halloween by creating fun and DAY LOCATIONS scary objects. ELK RIVER, grades K-5 ►MONDAY NOV 13 | PERLER BEAD ART Perler beads aren’t just for fusing together! Let’s add them to different Meadowvale Elementary mediums for a pop of color, create a dancing person, and more. Parker Elementary ►WEDNESDAY NOV 22 | NATIVE AMERICAN INSTRUMENTS Twin Lakes Elementary Native Americans often made clothes and bags with a beaded tassel trim. Animal hide was cut into strips and threaded with beads for OTSEGO, grades K-4 decoration. Let's make some instruments in a similar way. Otsego Elementary MONDAY DEC 4 | DELIGHTFUL HOLIDAY DECORATIONS Prairie View Elementary Get in the holiday spirit with your friends as we use a variety of craft materials to make three different ornaments. BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL ROGERS, grades K-4 CHILDCARE 2023-2024 Rogers Elementary Hassan Elementary ZIMMERMAN, grades K-5 Zimmerman Elementary Please note that EdVenture Club Before/After School Childcare program is full for the 2023-2024 school year. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 1327

YOUTH EDVENTURE CLUB INCLEMENT WEATHER EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER Pre-registration is required for Inclement Weather Care. Regular CARE/SCHOOL CANCELLED EdVenture Club is not open on days school is cancelled. Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled is offered from 6:30am- ► EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE 6:00pm at Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools on days school is cancelled due to inclement weather. To be eligible to PROGRAM ALERTS CAN BE FOUND: attend, families must pre-register and must pre-pay for 3 days. »  With the District weather notifications 3-Day Fee: $123 first child; $109 additional child(ren) in family »  On the EdVenture Club Facebook page: ► REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND POLICIES FOR www.facebook.com/728EdventureClub »  On the Community Education website www.728communityed. INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE com in the @CE728ALERT Twitter feed. To be eligible to attend, families must pre-register and pre-pay for 3 days of Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled; registration EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION! deadline is November 3, 2023 for the 2023-2024 school year. Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for EdVenture »  On days school is cancelled due to inclement weather, sites will Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled and/or Inclement open at 6:30am. Weather Care/2-hour Late Start at www.isd728.org/EdVClub- InclementWeather. »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled, but decide NOT to use care on a snow day, you will REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR NOT be refunded your pre-payment. INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE IS »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School NOVEMBER 3, 2023! Cancelled and there are less than 3 snow days during the school year, your credit card will be refunded on approximately May 1 for the days not used. »  If there are more than 3 snow days during the school year, you will have the opportunity to register for additional days. »  Pre-registration is necessary to assure appropriate number of staff on site; drop-ins will not be accepted. »  Children need to bring a lunch and beverage; a morning and afternoon snack and beverage will be provided. »  If school across the state is cancelled by the Governor, EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled will be closed. »  If the Superintendent of ISD 728 Schools decides to cancel EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled due to dangerous weather and/or road conditions, we will close for the safety of the children and staff. »  If Governor or Superintendent closures apply, the day will not count as one of the billed Inclement Weather days. 38 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE LITTLE LEARNERS YOUTH FAMILY TIME COOKING MUSIC & MOVEMENT G2-RKAITNEDFEURLGFAORRTEGNREANNTDRPYARWE/NGTRSA!N►DPAAGREENT(S) CMOOONKTIHESD-EKCINODREARTGINAGRTPEANRTEYN►TRYAWGE/P1A2RENT This class is designed especially for preschoolers and their important Welcome to our kitchen! You and your young culinary artist will enjoy grandparents! Spend time together creating simple arts and crafts learning to mix colors, use different textures and shapes, and more while projects as we celebrate the important role grandparents play in the lives using your creativity to decorate pre-purchased sugar cookies! Each child of their grandchildren! October: Fall-themed craft; November: Patriotic registered will take home a dozen cookies to share or to eat yourselves! craft; December: Penguin-themed craft. Grandparents are welcome to bring more than one grandchild, but please register each child. Monday Dec 11 | 1 session | 4:30-5:30pm | $25 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY01F23 Saturday Oct 14 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am $15 one child; $25 two children; $35 three children NEW! LIL' SNACKERS ► AGE 3-KINDERGARTEN Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01F23 ENTRY W/PARENT Saturday Nov 11 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am If you have a preschooler, you probably bring snacks wherever you go. In $15 one child; $25 two children; $35 three children this class, you and your preschooler will make snacks together! You will help Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP02F23 your little one practice mixing, measuring, cutting, and, of course, eating! Take the recipes home to make again and again. September: Apple-slice Saturday Dec 9 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am Doughnuts; October: Protein Bites; November: Fruit Sushi \"Frushi.\" $15 one child; $25 two children; $35 three children Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP03F23 Tuesday Sep 12 | 1 session | 5:00-6:00pm | $19 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEHLSNK01F23 MUSIC, MOVEMENT, AND STORIES! ► AGE 1-2 W/PARENT Tuesday Oct 10 | 1 session | 5:00-6:30pm | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEHLSNK02F23 Specially designed for one- to two-year-olds and their parents, this engaging and interactive class offers a fun-filled learning experience in a group setting. Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 5:00-6:00pm | $19 Our primary goal is to provide a nurturing environment where little ones Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEHLSNK03F23 can socialize with their peers and parents can connect with other parents. Through the power of music, movement, and storytelling, we aim to foster KARATE ► AGE 4-6 cognitive development, enhance physical coordination, and nurture essential social skills in young children. Parent participation is required. Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 4:10-4:40pm | $75 foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's education Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YGEMMS101F23 and see how they benefit. *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 Tue/Thu Oct 3-12 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 NEW LOCATION! Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4601F23 12 sessions | 4:10-4:40pm | $75 Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YGEMMS102F23 Tue/Thu Dec 5-14 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4602F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 39

YOUTH LITTLE LEARNERS MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT Campers will get to ride a real horse, meet and learn about the different horses at Boulder Pointe and learn how to groom the horses -- all with a focus on safety! In addition, campers will create an art project and have an opportunity to make horse treats to feed their new four-legged friends! Parent/guardian is expected to remain with their camper during the entire duration of the camp. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Camps are held rain or shine, as the facility has an indoor barn and arena. Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Saturday Sep 9 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $75 Horse camp is more than getting to ride a horse! Your child will Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT01F23 also make treats for the horses and create an art project. Saturday Oct 14 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $75 DANCE: BALLET & TAP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-4 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT02F23 Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an Saturday Nov 11 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $75 atmosphere of discovery and fun. Develop confidence, coordination, Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT03F23 musicality and classroom etiquette through simple imaginative exercises, creative routines and dance terminology. Classes are planned Saturday Dec 9 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $75 per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Please bring both Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT04F23 ballet and tap shoes. NEW LOCATION! CREATIVE MOVEMENT Mondays Sep 11-Dec 11* | 12 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $79 ► AGE 2-3 W/PARENT Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA01F23 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 Our Creative Movement class is perfect for two- to three-year-olds who are starting to learn how to participate in group activities. Our goal is to provide DANCE: JAZZ & HIP HOP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-4 a fun and developmentally-appropriate environment where they can learn while having fun. We will use props such as scarves, ribbons, and egg Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz! Dance to the shakers to keep our young dancers engaged. In addition, they'll learn a latest beats while working on body isolations, bounce, rhythm and movements simple dance routine that they can showcase at the winter recital. influenced by some of today's hottest celebrities and dance choreographers. Classes are planned per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 4:45-5:15pm | $75 Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YADCMNT01F23 Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 4:45-5:15pm | $75 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPA01F23 *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 DANCE: TWINKLE TOES BALLET AND TAP ► AGE 2-3 W/PARENT ATTENTION! Bond with your little one as we explore fundamental classic ballet and tap Dance students should wear proper dance movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun. We will focus on dance, attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top movement and balance while teaching peer interaction, the dynamics of being and bottom. Hair should be pulled back. in a group, taking turns and other important life skills. Our instructor will keep the Join ANYTIME during the sessions! music and curriculum moving, while parents take an active role in encouraging, supporting and guiding their little dancer. Please bring both ballet and tap shoes. Mondays Sep 11-Oct 16 | 6 sessions | 4:30-5:00pm | $49 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEA01F23 Mondays Oct 23-Dec 11* | 6 sessions | 4:30-5:00pm | $49 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEA02F23 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 40 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ARTS YOUTH DANCE: BALLET & TAP ► AGE 3-8 Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun. Develop confidence, coordination, musicality and classroom etiquette through simple imaginative exercises, creative routines and dance terminology. Classes are planned per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Level 1 | age 3-4 Mondays Sep 11-Dec 11* | 12 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $79 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA01F23 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 Level 2 | age 5-6 All fall dance students will participate in a Mondays Sep 11-Dec 11* | 12 sessions | 6:00-6:40pm | $79 dance recital on the last night of class. Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTB01F23 *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 NEW LOCATION! DANCE: HIP-HOP ► AGE 4-6 Level 3 | age 7-8 Are you looking for a fun and creative outlet for your little one's boundless Mondays Sep 11-Dec 11* | 12 sessions | 6:45-7:25pm | $79 energy? Look no further than our Hip Hop class! Students will learn the Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTC01F23 fundamental techniques and grooves of hip-hop through music, rhythm, *Not meeting Nov 13, Dec 4 and age-appropriate choreography. Not only will they improve their coordination and creativity, but they'll also develop a love for movement. DANCE: JAZZ & HIP HOP ► AGE 3-10 Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 5:55-6:25pm | $80 Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz! Dance Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YADHHOP01F23 to the latest beats while working on body isolations, bounce, rhythm and *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 movements influenced by some of today's hottest celebrities and dance choreographers. Classes are planned per age group and increase in skill NEW LOCATION! DANCE: JAZZ & TAP - LEVEL 1 work at each level. ► AGE 4-5 Level 1 | age 3-4 Your little dancer will have the opportunity to explore the worlds of both Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 4:45-5:15pm | $75 tap and jazz in this new class! We will focus on the magical rhythms of Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPA01F23 tap and the energizing, upbeat form of jazz. Not only will students learn *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 fundamental dancing techniques, they will also improve large and small motor skills! Dance dress code not required for this class. Level 2 | age 5-7 Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 5:30-6:15pm | $89 Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 5:20-5:50pm | $85 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPB01F23 Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YADTJ3401F23 *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 Level 3 | age 8-10 NEW LOCATION! DANCE: JAZZ & TAP - LEVEL 2 Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 7:15-8:00pm | $89 ► AGE 5-7 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPC01F23 *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 Your dancer will have the chance to delve into the world of both jazz and tap dance! We'll concentrate on the rhythm of tap and the high energy of PLEASE NOTE Jazz to create a fun class that will build coordination and confidence! The decision on whether Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 6:30-7:15pm | $100 a class will run is made Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YADTJ5701F23 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 3-5 days before the class start date. REGISTER EARLY to help ensure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 41

YOUTH ARTS NEW! DANCE: HIP-HOP AND LYRICAL ► AGE 7-11 Explore your creativity with two exciting styles of dance! Our experienced instructor will guide you through a dynamic warm-up, followed by technique- building exercises and choreography for both hip hop and lyrical dances. Develop musicality, coordination, and performance skills. No previous dance experience is required -- just come ready to have fun! We'll get you moving, grooving, and feeling like a star! Dance dress code not required for this class. Wednesdays Sep 13-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 7:20-8:00pm | $95 Experiment with hand building, coil, slab and wheel Zimmerman Elem Gym Door 1 | Ashley | #YADHLYC01F23 throwing techniques during our Ceramics classes. *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 NEW! CLAY FACTORY - FALL MOSAIC ► AGE 5-12 NEW! DANCE: LYRICAL ► AGE 7-11 Get your hands dirty while getting a real feel for working with clay! Poke, Join us for a fun and rewarding dance experience that will help your child pound, roll, and shape clay into your unique interpretation of our theme. grow as a dancer. We'll focus on developing musicality, technique, and Please bring a nut-free snack and a beverage. how to dance from your heart. This lyrical dance class is designed for dancers at every level. We'll perform together in a small recital at the end Monday Nov 13 | 1 session | 1:00-4:00pm | $45 of our sessions. Dance dress code not required for this class. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YACMSIC01F23 Tuesdays Sep 12-Dec 12* | 12 sessions | 6:30-7:00pm | $75 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADLYCA01F23 *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 21 PARTY RENTALS CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION ► GRADES K-8 1Basic For more information Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods • Cafeteria rental including hand building, coil, slab, and wheel throwing - techniques that • Party supplies Scan QR code below or visit guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design using • Fee: $159 www.isd728.org/CE-Party one of many glazing options for the finishing touch. Projects can be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old clothing to class. Projects 2Experience More! will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. • Cafeteria rental • Party supplies grades K-4 • Art project & game/activity with supplies Mondays Sep 11-Nov 13 | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $89 • Fee: $235 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA01F23 Mondays Nov 20-Feb 12* | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $89 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA02F23 *Not meeting Dec 25, Jan 1, 15 3Party in the Pool grades 4-8 • Cafeteria rental & Pool access (Sundays only) Mondays Sep 11-Nov 13 | 10 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $89 • Party supplies Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB01F23 • Fee: $159 Mondays Nov 20-Feb 12* | 10 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $89 4Get Rec’d Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB02F23 • Cafeteria & Gym rental (Handke Center only) *Not meeting Dec 25, Jan 1, 15 • Party supplies • Equipment and activities included Check out our new Art Studio with upgraded • Fee: $159 ceramics space and equipment at Handke Center! Party packages are for max of 10 participants and require a 21-day advanced notice. 42 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ARTS | GENERAL INTEREST YOUTH CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS NEW! ROCK PAINTING ► GRADES K-5 The Crescendo Music Program provides individual music lessons to Grab your friends and join us at the Trott Brook Barn students from Kindergarten through adulthood. Successfully running for some rock painting! We'll paint ten rocks using for over 30 years, we take the hassle and stress out of the student paint pens so we can create more details. We will experience by providing all of the necessary tools for high quality have some ideas and examples, but you can use your lessons at a reasonable price. From beginner to advanced, we offer own ideas as well. Take the rocks home to display in a well-rounded program for musicians at any level. Our school-year your room, create a rock bed outside, or hide them around town! program consists of approximately 30 half-hour private lessons meeting weekly from mid-September through mid-May. Performance Thursday Oct 12 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $19 opportunities and an end-of-the-year recital are offered to showcase Trott Brook Barn Elk River | #YAFRKPA01F23 student achievement. Music is purchased for students as lessons progress. Lessons are held in district facilities staffed with trained, NEW! FABRIC PUMPKIN ► AGE 9+ background-checked professionals. Instruments tentatively available: guitar, percussion, piano, voice, and ukulele. Do you LOVE seasonal home décor? Join Alicia and make two pumpkins out of fabric and various materials Mondays OR Wednesdays Sep 11-May 15* | 30 lessons | $765 to bring a fall feeling into your home. Fabric options (payable $85/month) will be available with customized color schemes and Handke Center Music Room Door 5 designs to fit your style. You'll get everything you *Not meeting Nov 22, Dec 20, 25, 27, Jan 1, Feb 14, 19, Mar 25, 27 need to make two 7x7-inch pumpkins. No sewing is required. Enjoy a fun night out while you enjoy beverages, food, and DIY with friends or For additional program information and to complete an interest form go family. A parent is required to accompany students age 9-17. to www.isd728.org/Crescendo-Music. Tuesday Oct 17 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $35 STORYBOOK THEATRE: HANSEL AND GRETEL Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFPMK01F23 ► GRADES 1-12 NEW! VIKING GNOMES ► AGE 9+ Hansel and Gretel are like any brother and sister… they can’t stand each other! But when their parents sign them up to be Adventure Scouts, they Have you ever wanted to make your own little gnome? have no idea the adventure they are in for! Troop Leader Paul takes his Or do you simply LOVE the Minnesota Vikings? Adventure Scouts on a camping trip and tells a scary story about Brunhilda Create a NO-SEW Minnesota Viking gnome! Food and the Witch and her house made of candy. Excited by the prospect of all that beverages may be purchased from Pour Wine Bar and sugar, Hansel takes off into the forest after everyone has gone to sleep, Bistro to enjoy while you craft. You'll get everything and Gretel goes after him! Along the way, they meet some forest creatures you need to take home a finished project. A parent is required to and flowers that help them, but as they get deeper into the forest, they meet accompany students age 9-17. some of Brunhilda’s creations. What will happen when they meet Brunhilda, and will they ever get back home again? Monday Sep 18 | 1 session | 5:45-7:30pm | $35 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFVKGN01F23 Mon-Sat Oct 2-7* | 6 sessions | $85 Elk River HS Little Theater Door H | Storybook Theatre | #YATSTHG01F23 Auditions: LOCATIONS Monday Oct 2 | 4:30-6:30pm* *Some cast members will stay longer on audition night to start Pour Wine Bar and Bistro rehearsing (until 8:30pm). Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for 15704 90th St NE, Otsego program information. Trott Brook Barn Rehearsals: 18300 Trott Brook Pkwy NW, Elk River Tue-Thurs Oct 3-5 | 4:30-8:45pm** **There is a dinner break halfway through each rehearsal. Please pack a meal each day. Performances: Friday Oct 6 | 7:30pm Saturday Oct 7 | 11:00am ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 43

YOUTH GENERAL INTEREST EXPERIENCE NEW SKILLS THEME CLASSES SELF-CARE NEW! STINK, STANK, STUNK ► GRADES K-3 NEW! DIY FACE MASK & BODY SCRUB ► GRADES 5-8 Your heart will grow three sizes in this fun class! We'll make a Grinch Dabble in a spa day! Create a lemon sugar scrub and a rose clay mask hat, some delicious sherbet Grinch punch, and play some Grinch- to invigorate your senses and care for your skin at the same time. Take themed games. Nothing stinky, stanky, or stunky here -- just fun with home two handmade, jarred self-care items, plus the recipes so you can your friends! make them again and again! Monday Dec 11 | 1 session | 5:30-7:00pm | $25 Monday Oct 9 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $29 Rogers Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YGESSST01F23 Prairie View MS 143 Art Door A | #YHSFMBS01F23 Thursday Dec 14 | 1 session | 5:30-7:00pm | $25 Tuesday Nov 28 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 6 | #YGESSST02F23 VandenBerge MS Art Rm Door N | #YHSFMBS02F23 NEW! SKOLBALLS ► GRADES 3-7 W/PARENT KARATE ► AGE 4-11 Grab your family and get ready to celebrate the Vikings this season! Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of You'll create fluffy purple and gold yarn pompoms and take them home responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take in a bucket adorned with the word \"SKOL.\" Whether our Vikes are foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's education winning, losing, or you're just armchair reffing, these SKOLballs are sure and see how they benefit. to be useful while watching the game. The class fee covers the parent, child, and one bucket of SKOLballs. Additional children and/or SKOLball age 4-6 sets may be added during registration. Tue/Thu Oct 3-12 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4601F23 Tuesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $29 per set Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #YAFSKOL01F23 Tue/Thu Dec 5-14 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4602F23 Monday Dec 18 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pm | $29 per set Prairie View Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YAFSKOL02F23 age 7-11 Tue/Thu Oct 3-12 | 4 sessions | 6:35-7:05pm | $39 NEW! COTTON-HEADED NINNY MUGGINS Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7101F23 ► GRADES 5-8 Tue/Thu Dec 5-14 | 4 sessions | 6:35-7:05pm | $39 Remember these famous quotes from Buddy, the Elf? \"We elves try to Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7102F23 stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup,\" and, \"You smell like beef and cheese. You don't smell like PLEASE NOTE Santa.\" We'll make food items associated with these famous quotes! Remember how Buddy loaded up his spaghetti with candy and syrup? The decision on whether We'll make that, plus some cute beef and cheese trees. Grab your a class will run is made cotton-headed ninny muggins friends and join us! 3-5 days before the Tuesday Dec 5 | 1 session | 5:30-7:00pm | $29 class start date. Prairie View MS 148 FACS Door A | #YGUCHNM01F23 REGISTER EARLY to help ensure we Thursday Dec 7 | 1 session | 5:30-7:00pm | $29 don’t cancel a class Zimmerman M/HS Rm 561 FACS Door 1 | #YGUCHNM02F23 you are hoping to take. 44 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

GENERAL 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. Thursday Oct 19 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $69 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST01F23 Monday Nov 13 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $69 If you have a child who loves horses, a camp at Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST02F23 Boulder Pointe is the perfect place for them! Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $69 HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP ► GRADES K-12 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST03F23 Learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! You'll get to ride in the HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ indoor and/or outdoor arenas (no trails), practice how to steer, stop, turn, and walk on your own. You might also make horse treats, create a craft Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility to project, or play games, and, of course, feed and care for the horses, make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as severe which is a big part of ownership! You'll be grouped with other campers weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend time based on similar riding experience. Proper attire includes close-toed asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid shoes (no flip-flops!) and long pants. Bring sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, boredom, and discussing things all home-alone children should be aware of. water bottle, a nut-free bag lunch, and snacks. You can also bring treats for the horses if you want. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Camps Thursday Oct 19 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $39 are held rain or shine. Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center is located at Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA01F23 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Monday Nov 13 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $39 Wednesday Oct 18 | 1 session | 9:00-3:00pm | $115 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA02F23 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHDAYC01F23 Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $39 Wednesday Nov 22 | 1 session | 9:00-3:00pm | $115 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA03F23 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHDAYC02F23 TRY THIS! Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 9:00-3:00pm | $115 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHDAYC03F23 IT'S BACK! FALL BASH ► GRADES 5-6 Wednesday Dec 27 | 1 session | 9:00-3:00pm | $115 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHDAYC04F23 Join your friends for a night of games, dancing, or just hanging out! Concessions are available, so bring some spending money. Student JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST! ID is required at check-in. Parents, please do not drop off your child before 6:00pm, and be at the school by 8:00pm for pick-up. Drop off Sign up to receive the latest and pick up at Door U. This event is pre-registration only; no drop-in ISD 728 Community Education admission. Deadline to register is 12pm (noon) on Nov 17. news right in your inbox! Friday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $10 www.isd728.org/JoinCE-Email Salk MS Gym Door U | #YVPBASH01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 45

YOUTH CULINARY | ACADEMICS TRY THIS! FIRST LEGO LEAGUE EXPLORE ► GRADES K-3 BAKE-AND-BUILD GINGERBREAD HOUSE! FAMILY FUN BAKE-ALONG FIRST LEGO League Explore is more than robots! Work with others on a team to create a Start a new holiday tradition and create lifelong family memories plan around a given concept, design a poster, and by baking homemade gingerbread and constructing your build a motorized LEGO model that shows your own gingerbread house! During this class, you will create the ideas and what you've learned. You'll present your work at the end-of- gingerbread for the house and whip up a batch of stiff Royal Icing to the-season expo. We are looking for 10 parents to serve as coaches. hold it all together! As a coach, you will be responsible for guiding a team of 4-6 students. Hub resources and mentors are available to help provide guidance. Friday Dec 15 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Additionally, parent coaches will receive a 20% discount on their child's Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDGBHC01F23 registration fee. If interested in coaching, call the Community Education office at 763-241-3520 to register your child and receive the discount. HOLIDAY COOKIE BAKE AND DECORATE! Tuesdays Sep 19-Jan 16* | 6:00-8:00pm | $249 / $199 with parent coaching Prairie View Elem Rm 225 Door 2 | NW Metro Robotics Staff | #YTLFLLE01F23 Gather your family for this fun online holiday *Not meeting Oct 31, Nov 7, Dec 26 cookie decorating class! Learn the basics for decorating cookies at home with Royal Thursdays Sep 21-Jan 18* | 6:00-8:00pm | $249 / $199 with parent coaching Icing. You will receive an email with recipes Prairie View Elem Rm 225 Door 2 | NW Metro Robotics Staff | #YTLFLLE02F23 for cookies to bake ahead of time so class can focus on decorating. *Not meeting Oct 12, 19, Nov 23, Dec 28 No fancy decorating tips or bags will be needed. The instructor will show techniques using simple plastic sandwich bags to decorate. FIRST LEGO LEAGUE CHALLENGE ► GRADES 4-6 Friday Dec 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 FIRST is more than robots! FLLC is a competitive, team-based program Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDCKKI01F23 that works with the LEGO Mindstorm product to build and program robots made from scratch. Work together as a team to perform point- FRIGHT NIGHT DELIGHT! GHOULISH FALL scoring missions and develop solutions to real-life problems while having FAMILY FUN! fun building LEGO models and robots! Teams compete in Northwest Metro Robotics hub scrimmage events and a qualifier tournament with Fall is synonymous with pumpkins, spice, harvest, and ghoulish potential to further advance in competition. We are looking for 8 parents family fun. Join Tess as she guides you step-by-step through the to serve as coaches. As a coach, you will be responsible for guiding creation of a unique fall family feast called \"Fright Night Delight!\" a team of 4-6 students. Hub resources and mentors are available to Create pumpkin-shaped pumpkin and potato gnocchi with a cheesy help provide guidance. Additionally, parent coaches will receive a 20% cream sauce, ghoulish intestines (stuffed pastry seasoned meat discount on their child's registration fee. If interested in coaching, call the roll) with a gory cranberry dipping sauce, and pumpkin and spice Community Education office at 763-241-3520 to register your child and chocolate chip muffins. receive the discount. Friday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:00-8:30pm | $39 Mon/Thu Sep 11-Jan 18* | 6:00-8:00pm | $299 / $239 with parent coaching Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGFRTN01F23 Prairie View Elem Rm 225 Door 2 | NW Metro Robotics Staff | #YTLFLLC01F23 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 25, 28, Jan 1, 15 ONLINE CULINARY CLASS INFORMATION Tue/Thu Sep 12-Jan 18* | 6:00-8:00pm | $299 / $239 with parent coaching The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting date: Prairie View Elem Rm 225 Door 2 | NW Metro Robotics Staff | #YTLFLLC02F23 »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) *Not meeting Oct 12, 17, 19, 31, Nov 7, 23, Dec 26, 28 »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) »  Video conference link Mon/Tue Sep 11-Jan 16* | 6:00-8:00pm | $299 / $239 with parent coaching Prairie View Elem Rm 225 Door 2 | NW Metro Robotics Staff | #YTLFLLC03F23 One registration fee covers participants from the same household *Not meeting Oct 17, 31, Nov 7, Dec 25, 26, Jan 1, 15 only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. 46 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

BEFORE SCHOOL! EMBARK ON YOUR SPANISH ACADEMICS YOUTH LANGUAGE JOURNEY! ► GRADES K-4 Work as a team using Creative mode and redstone The road to Spanish language learning success begins with this all-new to create a custom theme park in Minecraft. and exciting 16-week Spanish adventure held at a new time -- BEFORE school! In the fall session, \"Vamos por el pueblo (Let's go to the town)\" MULTIPLAYER MINECRAFT: THEME PARK the class amigos, Dani and Beto, share the culture and daily life of a small BUILDER ► GRADES 1-5 town in Mexico. After winter break, the journey continues with \"Vamos a la ciudad (Let's go to the city!)\" to explore the bustling city of Madrid, Spain. Work as a team to create a custom theme park in Minecraft. Use Creative Learn practical conversation skills and vocabulary -- all in Spanish! mode and redstone to create this world! Possible projects include roller coasters, water rides, a trampoline park, an obstacle course, a boat race, Fall & Winter Sessions bumper boats, a dunk tank, and more rides and attractions! You will get Tuesdays Oct 10-Apr 2* | 16 sessions | 8:05-9:05am a copy of the world map to take home. Home Technical Requirements: $275 class only; $292 class + shirt Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a Prairie View Elem Media Door 1 | Futura Language Professionals 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM (Chromebooks and tablets or phones #YTUSPNH01F23 typically DO NOT work) Broadband internet, Webcam, Microphone and *Not meeting Oct 17, Dec 12, 19, 26, Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Mar 26 speakers, Zoom, and Minecraft Java Edition. Winter Session only Thursday Oct 19 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $55 Tuesdays Feb 6-Apr 2* | 8 sessions | 8:05-9:05am Online | Tech Academy Staff | #YTMTMPK01F23 $165 class only; $182 class + shirt Prairie View Elem Media Door 1 | Futura Language Professionals MULTIPLAYER MINECRAFT: WORLD BUILDER #YTUSPNH01W23 ► GRADES 1-6 *Not meeting Mar 26 Unleash your creativity as you work together to create a world with CHESS CLUB ► GRADES K-8 multiple unique themed lands. Build different biomes, or base a section on your favorite movie or video game. Meld your quadrants together with Amaze your friends and impress your opponents! Increase your bridges, and separate them with moats of water, lava, or even the void! IQ while having fun playing chess and competing for prizes. Learn You'll get a copy of the world to continue development at home. Home from Twin Cities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop or build your (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM (Chromebooks chess skills. and tablets or phones typically DO NOT work) Broadband internet, Webcam, Microphone and speakers, and Zoom installed. Saturdays Sep 9-Oct 14 | 6 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $105 Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS101F23 Saturdays Sep 16 & 23 | 2 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $105 Online | Tech Academy Staff | #YTMVMWB01F23 Saturdays Oct 21-Dec 9* | 6 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $105 Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS102F23 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS n whether *Not meeting Nov 11, 25 is made Follow our Twitter Feed fore the @CE728ALERT or our website date. at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related An email with online cancellations and other meeting information program updates. and link will be sent prior to your online class. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 47

YOUTH AFTER SCHOOL EXPERIENCE SPOOKY SNACKS STRING ART COMPETITION GAMES SPOOKTACULAR STEM ► GRADES K-3 NEW! PUMPKIN STRING ART ► GRADES 3-5 Calling all curious friends! Join us as we go through four STEM activities The leaves are falling and crafts are calling! Try your hand at string art with a spooky twist. Investigate dissolving pumpkins, build a catapult, by creating a large, festive pumpkin on a wooden sign. Practice the create magnetic slime, and power a clock with pumpkins. Be ready skill of hammering nails as well! Finished, your sign is a 10-by-10-inch to get a little messy while using your investigative brain with these square, ready to hang to welcome the season! spooktacular STEM activities. Monday Sep 18 | 1 session | 4:15-6:15pm | $25 Monday Oct 2 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $29 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YAFPMSA01F23 Prairie View Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YTSSPKT01F23 Thursday Sep 21 | 1 session | 4:15-6:15pm | $25 Tuesday Oct 3 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $29 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFPMSA02F23 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YTSSPKT02F23 Tuesday Sep 26 | 1 session | 3:30-5:30pm | $25 Thursday Oct 5 | 1 session | 3:45-5:15pm | $29 Westwood Elem A110 Art Room | #YAFPMSA03F23 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YTSSPKT03F23 WOBBLE 'TIL YOU GOBBLE ► GRADES K-4 NEW! HANDMADE FOR THE HOLIDAY ► AGE 5-12 Grab your friends for a fun after-school activity full of all things turkey Create hand-crafted gifts that mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, or a and competition! Dressed in a festive mask, you'll be wobbling favorite teacher would love to receive! We'll make picture frames, (participating) 'til you're gobbling (laughing) through these hilarious wooden trinket boxes, clay mosaics, and more. You might even want to minute-to-win-it games. keep them for yourself! Monday Nov 6 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Tuesdays Nov 28-Dec 19 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $79 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YGEWTYG01F23 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFHDMD01F23 Thursday Nov 9 | 1 session | 3:45-5:15pm | $15 Tuesdays Nov 28-Dec 19 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $79 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | #YGEWTYG02F23 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFHDMD02F23 Thursday Nov 16 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Thursdays Nov 30-Dec 21 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $79 Hassan Elem Art Rm Door 1 | #YGEBWTG01F23 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFHDMD03F23 SPOOKY SNACKS ► GRADES 2-4 NON-SCHOOL DAY! Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 9:00-3:00pm | $79 Zimmerman Elem Art Rm Door 6C | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFHDMD04F23 Creepy, spooky, and -- yummy? Get ready to celebrate spooky season with these hauntingly good snacks. We will make tombstone dirt cups, tasty ATTENTION! witch fingers, and goosebumps punch. You'll take your leftovers home. If attending an after school class, please send Monday Oct 23 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $39 permission to school informing staff that your student Otsego Elem Lounge Door 4 | #YGUBSPS01F23 will be staying after. Students will check in with Tuesday Oct 24 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $39 EdVenture Club after school and should be picked up Rogers Elem Lounge Door 3 | #YGUBSPS02F23 from EdVenture Club promptly after the class ends. Thursday Oct 26 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $39 Lincoln Elem Lounge Door 2 | #YGUSPSN01F23 48 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

AFTER SCHOOL | NON-SCHOOL DAYS YOUTH NEW! ILLUMINART ART CAMP ► AGE 5-12 Get ready to light up the night with art! Your ultra-cool camp creations will shine, shimmer, and glow for their big debut in the dark. We'll work with clay, paint, and other luminescent materials to craft extraordinary pieces of art that really glow in the dark. Only your imagination will shine brighter! Bring a nut-free snack and a beverage. Wed-Fri Oct 18-20 | 3 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $115 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFILUM01F23 Show off your school spirit and create your own NEW! ART ACADEMY ► AGE 5-12 homecoming shirt with the school logo to wear to the Painting, drawing, sculpting with clay - it's all awesome! We will big game! All supplies and a snack is included. experiment with many techniques, materials, and styles as we make snow globes, paint on canvas, create clay characters, and more. Come HOMECOMING SHIRTS ► GRADES 5-8 ready to have an artsy good time! Please bring a nut-free snack, a lunch, and a beverage. Get ready for homecoming week and show your school spirit by decorating a t-shirt with your friends. Iron on the school logo and decorate your t-shirt Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 with puffy paint based on your school's colors. We'll also make a festive Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAPATMY01F23 snack to enjoy. Choose your t-shirt color and size when registering. All students will meet in the cafeteria after school until start of class. Students NEW! COLORING CLUB ► GRADES 2-6 to be picked up immediately following the end of class. NON-SCHOOL DAY FUN! Join us for a relaxing, fun break. Did you Rogers Royals know that coloring can help you be more mindful? Mindfulness is the Tuesday Sep 19 | 1 session | 3:45-5:45pm | $39 ability to focus and stay in the moment. Because you're focusing on Rogers MS Art Rm Door A | #YAFRMSH01F23 color choice and staying inside the lines, you're only thinking about the present moment. You will receive a brand-new coloring book and colored Elk River Elks pencils. Please bring a nut-free snack and a beverage. Monday Sep 25 | 1 session | 3:45-5:45pm | $39 Salk MS Art Rm Door S | #YAFEMSH01F23 Thu/Fri Oct 19 & 20 | 2 sessions | 9:00-11:00am | $39 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YAFCLCB01F23 Zimmerman Thunder Tuesday Oct 3 | 1 session | 2:45-4:45pm | $39 Mon/Wed Nov 13 & 22 | 2 sessions | 9:00-11:00am | $39 Zimmerman MS Art Rm Door 1 | #YAFZMSH01F23 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YAFCLCB02F23 NEW! SCENT-SATIONAL ART ► AGE 4-9 Monday Dec 4 | 1 session | 9:00-11:00am | $25 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YAFCLCB03F23 Come for the pineapple printmaking, but stay for the sweet citrus scent! Draw, paint, sculpt and more with a very special twist -- these SCENT- NEW! STEAM-SATIONAL ► AGE 5-12 SATIONAL works of art all smell as sweet as they look! Discover the secret ingredients for sweet-smelling artwork as we create pointillism Calling all smarty-pants! Get ready to explore S.T.E.A.M concepts in cupcakes, a field of tulips, and more. This class is full of scratch-and-sniff totally rad and creative ways that will result in cool creations - from artwork that will tickle your nose! Bring a nut-free snack and a beverage your very own pinball machine and a creative Venus flytrap to a colorful each day. kaleidoscope and magic ink. Plus, we'll have loads of experiential learning and messy fun along the way! Let's get our science on like Wed-Fri Oct 18-20 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $115 never before with this one-of a kind S(mart) T(alented) E(xperimental) Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAPSCNT01F23 A(wesome) M(agnificent) camp! Bring a nut-free snack, a lunch, and a beverage. Thursday Dec 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YTSSMTY01F23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 49

YOUTH ATHLETICS NEW! DASH BASKETBALL TYKES ► AGE 2-6 Get the ball rolling for your tyke with this introduction to basketball through fun skill-based drills and mini-games. We'll learn to dribble, pass, shoot, and play defense in a fun, positive environment. Please bring a water bottle. Parent participation is required. All equipment provided. age 2-3 Saturdays Nov 18-Dec 16* | 4 sessions | 9:30-10:00am | $65 Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 | DASH Sports Staff | #YMBDSB101F23 *Not meeting Nov 25 age 4-6 DASH Sports is a youth sports development and training Saturdays Nov 18-Dec 16* | 4 sessions | 10:10-10:40am | $65 company that offer communities and families well-organized, Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 | DASH Sports Staff | #YMBDSB201F23 *Not meeting Nov 25 structured, and fun skill-based sports programs for kids. NEW! DASH FLAG FOOTBALL TYKES ► AGE 2-6 NEW! DASH PHY ED GAMES ► AGE 5-12 Introduce your child to the great game of football in a safe, little-to-no- Phy Ed Games camp provides your student with a fun experience contact environment. We'll practice passing, catching, rushing, and learning and playing their favorite physical education games! They'll defense, and play fun skill-based games using our new skills. Athletes learn teamwork, gameplay, and values such as respect, hustle, and should bring a water bottle (spikes/cleats are optional). Footballs and pride in a fun environment while increasing athleticism. Games may flag belts are provided. This class requires parent participation. include Capture the Flag, Kickball, Dodgeball, Tag games, Ultimate Frisbee/Football, Sharks and Minnows, Soccer, and more! Campers age 2-3 should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing/shoes. All other Saturdays Sep 16-Oct 7 | 4 sessions | 9:30-10:00am | $65 equipment is provided. Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMFDSF101F23 age 5-8 age 4-6 Saturdays Oct 14-Nov 11* | 4 sessions | 10:10-10:55am | $65 Saturdays Sep 16-Oct 7 | 4 sessions | 10:10-10:40am | $65 Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMMDSP201F23 Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMFDSF201F23 *Not meeting Oct 21 NEW! DASH PHY ED GAMES ► AGE 3-5 age 9-12 Saturdays Oct 14-Nov 11* | 4 sessions | 11:05am-12:05pm | $75 Kick off your little one's love of Phy Ed with this introduction to some of Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMMDSP301F23 the most popular physical education games! We will play favorites like *Not meeting Oct 21 Sharks and Minnows, Kickball, Capture the Flag, various Tag games, Soccer, and more! This camp is a perfect experience to get your NEW! DASH BASKETBALL CAMP ► AGE 5-12 kiddos involved in athletics! Parent participation is recommended and encouraged. Campers should bring a water bottle. Take your shot! Learn how to properly shoot, pass, dribble, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. We'll cover a broad range Saturdays Oct 14-Nov 11* | 4 sessions | 9:30-10:00am | $65 of basketball skill training and skill-based games, then use our skills in Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMMDSP101F23 scrimmages or games on the final day. Please bring a water bottle and *Not meeting Oct 21 wear appropriate clothing and shoes. Equipment is provided. NEW! DASH SOCCER TYKES ► AGE 3-5 age 5-8 Saturdays Nov 18-Dec 16* | 4 sessions | 10:50-11:35am | $75 Introduce your tyke to the most popular sport in the world -- soccer! Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 | DASH Sports Staff | #YMBDSB301F23 We'll learn and practice key game elements of dribbling, passing, *Not meeting Nov 25 and shooting, and play fun, skill-based games to practice our new skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes and shin guards are age 9-12 optional). Equipment provided. Parent participation is recommended. Saturdays Nov 18-Dec 16* | 4 sessions | 11:45am-12:45pm | $79 Zimmerman M/HS Gym Door 12 | DASH Sports Staff | #YMBDSB401F23 Saturdays Sep 16-Oct 7 | 4 sessions | 1:55-2:25pm | $75 *Not meeting Nov 25 Zimmerman Elem Field | DASH Sports Staff | #YMEDSS201F23 50 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com