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WELCOME WHAT'S NEW WITH COMMUNITY ED? OCTOBER NOT SO SCARY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY 29 Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloween fun! This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and family fun on our Nature Explore Center! Non-scary costumes are allowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE and Friends of Sherburne Wildlife Refuge. Event is free, but please pre-register at www.isd728.org/ECFE-NotSoScary2022. Saturday Oct 29 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $0 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 NEW! HOMECOMING SHIRTS ► GRADES 6-8 pg 39 pg 53 Friday night lights! Get ready for homecoming week and show your school spirit by making a festive snack and decorating a homecoming t-shirt with your friends to wear to the big game. Our Guarantee We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763-241-3520, or the Early Childhood Family Education office at 763-241-3524. Our Mission ISD 728 Community Education is dedicated to building community through citizen involvement and lifelong learning while educating, inspiring and empowering ALL of our learners across ISD 728. Suggest a Class! Visit www.isd728.org/CEclassidea and fill out a short form to share your class idea with us! 728CEadult • 728CEyouth ECFE728 • CE728ALERT 728communityed 728ECFE • CommunityEd.HOPE Communityed728 3

ADULTS FITNESS EXPERIENCE ENDURANCE LNOAWTUIRMEPACT IMPROVED STRENGTH ABDOMINAL STRENGTHENERS THAT WON'T NEW! INTRODUCTION TO AIKIDO ► AGE 16+ MAKE YOU GET ON THE FLOOR This class will introduce new students to basic elements of Aikido Abdominal muscles can weaken and lose shape because of past and Aikido training including stance, falls/rolls, blending, proper pregnancies, surgeries, being sedentary, or poor posture. Examine a dojo and training etiquette, and other concepts fundamental to the series of extremely effective exercises that will quickly strengthen all art and its practice. You will learn that anybody can train regardless four layers of abdominal muscle, especially the deepest layer, without of fitness level or prior martial arts experience and will leave with a stressing your back or neck joints or getting on the floor. Learn a more better understanding of Aikido and the confidence to train safely and effective way to strengthen your abdominals, re-shape your waistline, effectively. This class is not a prerequisite for Aikido for the Beginner and prevent/relieve lower back discomfort. and Beyond. Wednesday Oct 26 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Thursdays Sep 29-Oct 20 | 4 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $45 Online | Novak | #AFEABST01F22 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Bombardier | #AFAIAIK01F22 HIPS, THIGHS AND OTHERWISE Thursdays Dec 8-29 | 4 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $45 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Bombardier | #AFAIAIK02F22 We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body muscles to weaken and sag. In this workshop, learn Janice's famous AIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYOND \"10 Minute Miracle Exercise\" series to strengthen lower body muscles quickly, and increase metabolism and bone density. These exercises Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournaments will help you decrease inches off the saddlebag area and your lower or competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline through body by getting rid of excess water weight. hand-to-hand, sword, and staff techniques, and is for people of all abilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studied in Tuesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Japan, and who teaches people from all over the globe. Online | Novak | #AFBHTOW01F22 Thursdays Sep 1-Oct 20 | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 NEW! STRONG IS THE NEW SKINNY! Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01F22 Not everyone can be skinny, but everyone can be stronger! Strong Thursdays Oct 27-Dec 29* | 9 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $85 muscles boost metabolism, maintain/increase bone density, make daily Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02F22 tasks easier, and help you age with quality and grace. Learn how to *Not meeting Nov 24 strengthen your arms, back, shoulders, chest, hips, butt and thighs using resistance bands. These multi-tasking exercises can fit easily into even the busiest of schedules. All levels of fitness are welcome. Wednesday Nov 9 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AFBSTNG01F22 ONLINE CLASSES An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. 4 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

NEW! YAMAS AND NIYAMAS YOGA SERIES FITNESS ADULTS Take a journey through the first two limbs of Ashtanga Yoga, the Yamas Staying fit with your friends is encouraging, motivating and the Niyamas. These principles teach us how to free our lives from and chances are you will stick with it longer. suffering, offering simple steps we can take each day to walk towards balance and peace. Each session will include information on a principle SPINFUSION and participation in a yoga practice. This series is great for all levels of yogis. Please bring your own yoga mat and blocks. Start your day with a workout! SpinFusion is a 45-minute total body conditioning class using InSPIRE Studio's indoor bikes with various Wednesdays Sep 7-Nov 9 | 10 sessions | 6:30-7:30pm | $149 equipment and exercises to enhance strength and cardiovascular Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Riewer | #AFYYNYG01F22 fitness. Thursdays Sep 8-Oct 27 | 8 sessions | 8:00-8:45am | $144 BARRE InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFBSPIN02F22 Thursdays Nov 3-Dec 29* | 8 sessions | 8:00-8:45am | $144 Barre classes combine elements of barre, dance, yoga, and Pilates. InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFBSPIN03F22 Exercises are high intensity and low impact. Energizing music will *Not meeting Nov 24 carry you through the burn as you tone the legs and butt, as well as strengthen the core. Barre classes are a great way to improve posture, NEW! TRX tone your legs and arms, and strengthen the stabilizing muscles around your joints. Born in the Navy SEALs, Suspension Training bodyweight exercise develops strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability simultaneously. Mon/Wed Sep 7-Oct 31 | 16 sessions | 4:30-5:25pm | $160 It requires the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer, a highly portable InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFYBRRE01F22 performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user's body weight to complete hundreds of exercises. TRX offers a high-intensity Mon/Wed Nov 2-Dec 28 | 17 sessions | 4:30-5:25pm | $170 workout with both low impact and high impact exercises. InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFYBRRE02F22 Wednesdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 9:15-10:00am | $80 InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFBTRXX01F22 TRY THIS! Wednesdays Nov 2-Dec 28 | 9 sessions | 9:15-10:00am | $90 InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFBTRXX02F22 NEW! EASY PARTNER DANCING LOCATIONS Whether you want to be one of the best dancers at your special event or just have fun dancing together at home, this course will teach you all the right moves! Taking steps from classic ballroom dances, you'll learn easy-to-remember mini-routines, danceable to all your favorite songs. Couples dance together and singles rotate with other singles. Casual dress. Thursdays Oct 13-Nov 10* | 4 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm $65 individual Rogers MS Commons Door A | Constantine | #AFDPRTD01F22 *Not meeting Oct 20 INSPIRE Studio 815 Hwy 10 Suite 101, Elk River ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 5

ADULTS FITNESS YOGA VINYASA Yoga Vinyasa flow is a mixture of meditation, breath work, and energizing movement. Class will begin with gentle movement to warm up the body, then flow into more challenging sequences including standing poses and balances. Wednesdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $80 InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFYYGAV02F22 Wednesdays Nov 2-Dec 28 | 9 sessions | 7:00-7:55pm | $90 Vinyasa yoga focuses on connecting the breath to your InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFYYGAV03F22 movements, which tends to be set at a faster pace. NEW! ZUMBA® OPEN GYM & INDOOR WALKING ► ALL AGES Perfect for everybody and every body, Zumba® is a fitness program that Supervised recreation time to work on your skills, get a great workout, combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba® and socialize! Schedule changes may occur, so always check before routines incorporate interval training - alternating fast and slow rhythms - arriving at the school. PLUS!! Indoor Walking is available at all Open to help improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle conditioning, balance and Gym locations. You can utilize the hallways of the first floor and escape flexibility. the cold to get your steps in all winter long! Bring a water bottle; drinking fountains are not available. Wednesdays Sep 7-Oct 26 | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:40pm | $80 InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFDZMBA01F22 Pay at the door: $5/person; exact change only Wednesdays Nov 2-Dec 28 | 9 sessions | 5:45-6:40pm | $90 InSPIRE Studio Elk River | InSPIRE Studio Staff | #AFDZMBA02F22 all ages Sundays Oct 9-April 30* | 4:00-6:00pm PICKLEBALL Rogers MS Gym Door A *Not meeting Oct 16, Nov 27, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1, Apr 9 Pickleball is a combination of ping pong and tennis. You can play against others who love some friendly competition. Don't know how to play? Sundays Oct 9-April 30* | 4:00-6:00pm Don't let it stop you -- the first 15 minutes of each session can be used Zimmerman HS Gym Door K to share rules, practice and warm up. Play will be first-come, first-served *Not meeting Oct 16, Nov 27, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1, Apr 9 along with a rotation with others who show up to play. Bring a water Note: Youth under 11 must have a responsible adult in attendance. bottle; drinking fountains are not available. ages 11-15 and families w/children of all ages Pay at the door: Wednesdays Oct 12-May 3* | 7:00-8:30pm $5/person; exact change only Zimmerman HS Gym Door K *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 21, 28, Apr 5 Sundays Oct 9-Apr 30 | 4:00-6:00pm Handke Center Gym Door 5 grades 9-12 and adult *Not meeting Oct 16, Nov 27, Dec 18, 25, Jan 1, Apr 9 Wednesdays Oct 12-May 3* | 7:00-9:00pm Rogers HS Gym Door I Wednesdays Oct 12-May 3* | 4:30-6:30pm *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 21, 28, Apr 5 Handke Center Gym Door 5 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 21, 28, April 5 Wednesdays Oct 12-May 3* | 8:30-10:00pm Zimmerman HS Gym Door K LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 21, 28, Apr 5 Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees! Pay at the door: $5/day or $40/10-day pass Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm | $5 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M 6 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE HEALTH ADULTS MEDITATION PLANT-BASED DIET FACTS & FALLACIES WOMEN, WEIGHT, HORMONES OVERCOME YOUR CARBOHYDRATE CRAVINGS Are you finding that fat is collecting around your midsection and no Have you ever had a day where you just can't stop eating? Do you crave matter how well you watch what you eat or how much you exercise starches, snack foods and sweets, and find the more you eat, the more that weight is not budging? It might be your hormones! In this virtual you WANT to eat? Is your snacking out of control? Overcoming carb workshop you will learn 7 key strategies for fighting fat and losing cravings is not a matter of willpower, but a matter of biology. Learn how weight, and how to help your body begin to lose weight again. you can stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No hype - just the facts. Thursday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWWWHM01F22 Monday Oct 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHTOCBC01F22 WOMEN'S HEART HEALTH NEW! THE POWER OF A PLANT-BASED DIET Heart disease is the #1 killer of women. Symptoms are different for women than men, so many symptoms are ignored or unrecognized. We Learn how a plant-based diet extends life and prevents a broad range will discuss all you need to know: signs, symptoms, and risk factors of a of diseases. Watch breast cancer cell growth stop in 14 days, type 2 heart attack. Learn how hormones and your heart intermingle. Discover diabetes reverse in 16 days, and a clogged artery open in 30 months. foods that can help prevent and reverse heart disease, nutrients that are Learn the 12 essential foods for a healthy diet, and the carcinogenic helpful for heart health, exercises, and the four numbers you need to ratings for red and processed meat. know that could save your life. Wednesday Sep 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $25 Wednesday Sep 28 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Ogren | #AHWPLTD01F22 Online | Novak | #AHWWHRT01F22 NEW! VITAMINS AND HERBS: FACTS AND FALLACIES METABOLISM BOOSTERS AND BUSTERS Confusion abounds about vitamin supplements. Do you need them? In the past, you could probably drop weight by cutting back on calories or Which ones are best? How do you choose? Explore the 7 guidelines that exercising more. Now, suddenly, the scale stops moving and you just can't determine if a supplement is well-balanced or a waste of money. We'll seem to lose weight. Discover 20 SIMPLE things you can do every day to discuss what current research says about antioxidants, phytochemicals, boost your metabolism and burn as much as 30% more calories every day. anti-aging nutrients, herbal supplements and more. The instructor does not sell any supplements. Thursday Oct 6 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWMTBB01F22 Thursday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHAVMHB01F22 ONLINE CLASSES GUARANTEE An email with online meeting We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses information and link will be sent and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education prior to your online class. 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 7

ADULTS HEALTH NEW! FEET, KNEES AND ANKLES Have you taken a good look at your feet, ankles, or knees lately? They support the weight of your entire body! Do your ankles roll in? Are your arches flat? Do you have bunions or calluses? Are your toes straight, or do they bend in? Do your knees lock back? Do your kneecaps turn in or pull outward? Discover simple things you can do to help correct these common problems. Wednesday Nov 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWFTKA01F22 SOOTHE THOSE ACHY JOINTS You can reduce unwanted wrinkles and tone facial muscles by giving yourself an acupressure natural facelift massage. Do you have joints that ache - a knee, hip, or back? Whether you have arthritis, bursitis, or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you! Joint NEW! ACUPRESSURE FACE LIFT AND SKIN SAVVY lubrication exercises are simple and easy to do yet produce rather remarkable results. You'll also discover which nutrients keep your joints Here's a facelift you can do at home! Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healthy. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to learn some healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. exercises! Discover how stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, decrease headaches, and make your skin as Tuesday Nov 1 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 healthy as possible from the inside out. Online | Novak | #AHGAJNT01F22 Tuesday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 ACUPRESSURE AND OTHER TOOLS FOR WOMEN Online | Novak | #AHAACFL01F22 35 AND OLDER ACUPRESSURE TO RELIEVE STRESS, ANXIETY, Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with INSOMNIA AND MORE no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, headaches, nausea, insomnia, anxiety and even weight gain. Learn Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. Along with the which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, and even hormones. We will also discuss breathing techniques, nutritional musts weight gain, explore the nine master pressure points that are the most and more. helpful and most frequently prescribed to help every system in your body. Monday Oct 3 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Thursday Oct 27 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHWACWM01F22 Online | Novak | #AHSACPR01F22 ACUPRESSURE TO ASSIST WEIGHT LOSS Acupressure is an eastern healing technique that involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. In this virtual workshop, you will learn the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce stress- eating and strengthen the entire digestive system to help lose weight. Tuesday Oct 18 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 ONLINE CLASSES Online | Novak | #AHTAAWL01F22 An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. 8 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

NEW! TECHNIQUES TO ACTIVATE YOUR BRAIN'S HEALTH ADULTS CREATIVITY CENTER EXPERIENCE THIS! There are many things you can do to tap into your brain's creativity center. We will discuss and perform ancient breathing patterns to NEW! LOVING KINDNESS MEDITATION activate the right side of your brain where creativity lives. Discover how to use acupressure points that offer instant clarity and calm. Explore Adults of all ages are welcome to participate in this 2,500-year-old the Energy Medicine technique called 'Thumping' to activate creative practice that helps us overcome self-dislike and builds proper self- centers, and how colors play a role in brain function. love and self-acceptance. Meditation also helps us act more gently and lovingly toward others, improves good relationships and Wednesday Nov 30 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 helps heal problem ones. It also teaches compassion, balance in Online | Novak | #AHABRNC01F22 relationships, and appreciating the good fortune of others. JUST BREATHE! TECHNIQUES TO CALM, Thursdays Nov 10 & 17 | 2 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $25 CENTER AND BALANCE Online | Meadow | #AHHLKNM01F22 Breathing in specific ways can have amazing and powerful healing POSTURE AND OSTEOPOROSIS WORKSHOP: benefits on mind and body. Breath work is the single most powerful BUILDING BETTER BONES thing you can practice for improving energy levels, health and well- being. The simplest and most powerful technique for optimum health of Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to mind and body is absolutely free and literally right under your nose. see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? Learn techniques to improve Wednesday Nov 2 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 posture and stand straighter, as well as how to reduce the risk of Online | Novak | #AHWBRTH01F22 osteoporosis and related injuries and regain bone mass. The instructor will be using resistance bands during the workshop. It is recommended MINDFULNESS MEDITATION - THE ART OF THE that you have a set of resistance bands to use during the class. Wear PRESENT MOMENT loose, comfortable clothing. Adults of all ages are welcome to join Mindfulness Meditation - the Tuesday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 ancient method of self-understanding and self-management. It leads to Online | Novak | #AHWBBBW01F22 deep self-knowledge and self-management skills that make life richer. The content of the practice is simply our own experiences of body and POSTURE, GET IT STRAIGHT: LOOK YOUNGER, mind with no ideology. Please wear loose clothing for comfort. The THINNER AND FEEL BETTER teaching is cumulative, so attendance at all classes is encouraged. Have you ever caught your own reflection to see that your head hangs Tuesdays Sep 27-Oct 25 | 5 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $39 too far forward or your shoulders are too rounded, or you slump too Online | Meadow | #AHHMEDT01F22 much? Discover how to correct common posture problems and learn an \"Instant Alignment Technique\" that will have you standing straighter MINDFULNESS MEDITATION II immediately. Dive deeper into your mindfulness practice! We'll discuss background Thursday Nov 3 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 material, problem mind-states, hindrances to practice, the mind-states Online | Novak | #AHWPSRT01F22 being developed, the path of practice, managing problems in practice and some philosophical issues underlying the practice. Prerequisite: PLEASE NOTE: Mindfulness Meditation - The Art of the Present Moment. A few weeks before the class, you will receive an introductory email from the The decision on whether a class will run is instructor. After each class, you will receive an email with the course made 3-5 days before the class start date. handouts. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel Tuesdays Nov 15-Dec 13 | 5 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $39 a class you are hoping to take. Online | Meadow | #AHHMED201F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 9

ADULTS HEALTH NEW! A HAPPY OLD AGE EXPERIENCE THIS! Many people age without any preparation for being happy. Psychologists GROUP HYPNOSIS: STOP SMOKING have studied the lifestyles of both happy and unhappy people. This talk explores their findings about habits we can set up to prepare for a Do you have the desire, but not the willpower, to stop smoking? happy old age. Our attitudes can be invaluable in changing despair to People can, using guided imagery, stop smoking after just one satisfaction. session and often with little, if any, withdrawal symptoms or cravings. Find your way out of the smoky haze! Check in at 5:45pm. Thursday Dec 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHMHPPY01F22 Monday Sep 19 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm $69 New Participant (Stop Smoking); $109 New Participant (Stop DE-AGE YOUR BRAIN Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYSM01F22 Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on how the brain ages. No matter what your age, there are things you can begin to GROUP HYPNOSIS: WEIGHT LOSS do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. Learn which superfoods reduce the damaging effects Did you know that there is a way to lose weight without diet pills or of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for starvation? Group hypnosis includes suggestions that will help you memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. eat the type and quantity of foods that are beneficial in losing weight and maintaining your desired weight. Check in at 5:45pm. Monday Nov 7 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 Online | Novak | #AHMDBRN01F22 Monday Sep 19 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm $69 New Participant (Weight Loss); $109 New Participant (Stop NEW! REVERSING HEART DISEASE Smoking & Weight Loss); $9 Lifetime Member Rogers MS Media Door A | Fischer | #AHHHYWL01F22 Discover which foods cause heart disease and which foods prevent and reverse heart disease. Some may surprise you. When we eat to prevent or At 6:00pm, there will be an Introduction for smoking and weight reverse heart disease, our diet also prevents and reverses other diseases. loss classes (all must attend). From 7:00 to 7:45pm, the weight loss class will meet (smokers, take a break). Smoking hypnosis will be Tuesday Oct 18 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $25 from 7:50 to 8:45pm. Please bring a blanket and pillow to class; you Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Ogren | #AHWRVHD01F22 may sit or lie down for the hypnosis part of the session. NEW! RSVP HAPPINESS IN ACTION There are normal ups and downs in life that require mental health resiliency, but the effects of the pandemic have greatly influenced overall mental health in a number of negative ways. The RSVP Happiness in Action Program is designed to help individuals take some control of their mental health by understanding, practicing, and participating in positive mental health activities. Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #AHMHPNA01F22 Wednesday Oct 19 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 ONLINE CLASSES Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #AHMHPNA02F22 An email with online meeting Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 information and link will be sent Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #AHMHPNA03F22 prior to your online class. D 10 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

HEALTH | SAFETY ADULTS SELF DEFENSE Self-defense helps develop confidence, empowers yourself, and helps you to find safety in difficult situations. If you've ever felt yourself in a situation that made you feel physically unsafe, having reassurance about your next steps can make all the MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM difference. This self-defense course will give you skills to use in any ► 8-HOUR INITIAL potentially dangerous situation. Through lecture, discussion, skill demonstrations and practice, you will leave feeling more confident This driver improvement class for first-time participants is presented by about how to handle yourself. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes. the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $69 drivers, new laws and more. If you have taken this class previously, Rogers HS Wrestling Room Door 10 | Neiss | #AHPSLFD01F22 please register for the 4-hour refresher. Check with your insurance provider to make sure this course qualifies for an insurance discount. AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR/AED Wed/Thu Sep 7 & 8 | 2 sessions | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Could you save a life in an emergency? Being trained in CPR and the Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI801F22 use of an Automated External Defibrillator has the greatest impact on resuscitation over any other factor. Attend this class and leave knowing MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM how to safely and effectively perform CPR and use an AED on adults, ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER children and infants. This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesota Monday Sep 19 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED01F22 habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take Monday Nov 14 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 this class. Check with your insurance provider to make sure this course Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED02F22 qualifies for the discount. AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER Thursday Sep 29 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 FIRST AID Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401F22 Be prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, Thursday Oct 20 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 recognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402F22 until advanced medical personnel arrive. Fee includes materials and American Heart Association certification. Tuesday Nov 15 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI403F22 Monday Sep 26 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01F22 Tuesday Dec 13 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI404F22 Monday Nov 21 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID02F22 DID YOU KNOW? Completing a driver safety course could save you money on your car insurance. Consult with your insurance agent for details and to make sure you qualify. DID YOU KNOW? ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 11

ADULTS PARENTING & CAREGIVING NEW! NEED-TO-KNOW CHANGES TO THE COLLEGE PLANNING PROCESS This past year has resulted in some of the most significant changes to the college planning process in decades. Our friends from College Inside Track will show you how these changes may impact your family and will present new strategies to consider to give your student the best opportunities for admission, scholarships, and financial aid. If you are a parent of a student in grades 9-11, this is important information you will not want to miss! Monday Oct 3 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $9 household Online | College Inside Track Staff | #ACPNTKC01F22 The past year has resulted in some of the most significant A PARENT'S GUIDE TO TIKTOK changes to the college admissions process in decades. Have you heard about the app called TikTok? In this fun class, we will DISCOVER SENIOR LIVING AND SENIOR CARE take a look at the fastest-growing social media app used by millions OPTIONS each day. Learn how it's used and how parents can make it safer for their kids. We'll cover everything you need to know as TikTok changes Learn more about the senior services available in the Elk River area. the future of social media. Explore various care levels, amenities and monthly cost for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Health Care and more. Tuesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Discover the choices offered today and what might fit you or your loved Online | Welsh | #ACPTIKT01F22 one best. CELL PHONES AND PARENTING - WHAT YOU Tuesday Sep 13 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $0 NEED TO KNOW Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | McHenry | #ACCDSLO01F22 When your child has a Smartphone, there are key things you should 10 STRATEGIES FOR PARENTING KIDS WITH know in order to keep them safe and secure. We'll help you understand ADHD/EXECUTIVE FUNCTION CHALLENGES recommended safety settings on social media apps, explore parental control apps, and simplify this complicated technology so that you and Explore beyond an ADHD diagnosis and learn essential steps, tools, your child can use the phone safely without worry. skills, and perspectives needed to help your child thrive. Learn about the best supports you really need, the facts about ADHD that you may not Monday Oct 10 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 know, and how to best prepare yourselves for the journey ahead. Online | Welsh | #ACPCPPT01F22 Tuesday Nov 29 | 1 session | 5:00-6:30pm | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Academic All Stars Staff #ACPADHD01F22 PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE CLASSES The decision on whether a class will run is An email with online meeting made 3-5 days before the class start date. information and link will be sent Register Early to insure we don’t cancel prior to your online class. a class you are hoping to take. 12 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE ARTS ADULTS CREATIVITY NEW IDEAS FUN CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS CERAMICS: CLAY SAMPLER ► AGE 16+ The Crescendo Music Program, founded in 1991, provides individual Try your hand at working with ceramics! Emphasis will be on learning music lessons to students from Kindergarten through adults. and having fun as you explore one of several hand-building techniques Successfully running for over 30 years, we take the hassle and stress or start throwing clay on the potter's wheel. The first two classes will out of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools focus on working with wet clay; we will glaze completed artwork in the for high quality lessons at a reasonable price. From guitar to piano, final class. All projects will be available for pick-up one week after the beginner to advanced, we offer a well-rounded program for musicians last class. at any level. Our school-year program consists of approximately 30 half-hour private lessons meeting weekly from mid-September through Tuesdays Sep 13-27 | 3 sessions | 5:15-6:45pm | $59 mid-May. Performance opportunities and an end-of-the-year recital Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACSPLR01F22 are offered to showcase student achievement. Music is purchased for students as lessons progress. Lessons are held in district facilities Tuesdays Oct 4-25* | 3 sessions | 5:15-6:45pm | $59 staffed with trained, background-checked professionals. Instruments Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACSPLR02F22 Tentatively Available: guitar, percussion, piano, voice, and ukulele. *Not meeting Oct 18 Private Lessons | Sep-May Tuesdays Nov 1-22* | 3 sessions | 5:15-6:45pm | $59 $765 per school year payable in monthly installments of $85 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACSPLR03F22 *Not meeting Nov 8 For additional program information and to complete an interest form at www.isd728.org/Crescendo-Music. Tuesdays Dec 6-20 | 3 sessions | 5:15-6:45pm | $59 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACSPLR04F22 CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION NEW! CERAMICS: INTERMEDIATE - FORM AND Experience the tactile art of working with clay! Designed for every FUNCTION ► AGE 16+ level of artist, you'll start with a hand building project to learn some basic techniques, then progress to throwing on a pottery wheel. Learn Improve your craft and push your creative limits! During this intensive to center projects, pull cylinders, and shape bowls and vases as time class, you will learn the importance of form and function throughout permits. Projects can be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old ceramics and apply practical methods and teachings to your work. You clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one week will receive one 25-pound block of clay, with more available for purchase. after the last class. At least one year of clay experience is recommended. Mondays Sep 12-Nov 28* | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 Thursdays Sep 15-Nov 10* | 8 sessions | 6:00-8:30pm | $199 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC01F22 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYD01F22 *Not meeting Oct 17, 31 *Not meeting Oct 20 Tuesdays Sep 13-Nov 29* | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 Thursdays Dec 1-Jan 26* | 8 sessions | 6:00-8:30pm | $199 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC02F22 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYD02F22 *Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 8 *Not meeting Dec 29 Mondays Dec 5-Mar 6* | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC03F22 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, 16, Feb 20 Tuesdays Dec 6-Feb 21* | 10 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $109 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC04F22 *Not meeting Dec 27, Feb 14 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 13

ADULTS ARTS | HOME & HOBBY NEW! ALCOHOL INK COASTER SET NEW! CHUNKY KNIT PUMPKIN Learn to create stunning, one-of-a-kind alcohol ink coasters. Alcohol Here's your chance to make your very own Chunky Knit Pumpkins, inks are pigment-intense, vibrant and free-flowing. You will leave perfect for fall decorating! Join Alicia for a fun afternoon of crafting, the workshop with knowledge of a new technique to take home and socializing, and beer-tasting at Aegir Brewing Company in Elk River. experiment with to your heart's delight! Choose between Minnesota You'll assemble three Chunky Yarn Pumpkins in various colors and State Shape, Snowflakes, or Holiday Items to create a set of 4 coasters. sizes. The class includes all materials needed. Beverages, craft beer, Indicate your choice during the registration process. and snacks are available for purchase from Aegir Brewing Company. Tuesday Nov 29 | 1 session | 7:00-8:30pm | $45 Sunday Oct 9 | 1 session | 1:00-2:30pm | $40 Rogers MS Art Rm Door A | KidzArt Staff | #AAPAICS01F22 Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFKPMK01F22 NEW! BLUE JAY ON FALL LEAVES PAINTING NEW! HOLIDAY GNOME WORKSHOP Follow along with Charlene as she provides step-by-step instructions Every home should have a holiday gnome, and here's your chance to to guide you through painting a beautiful scene of a branch of fall make one! Join Alicia for a fun gathering for crafting and socializing leaves and a brilliant blue jay. You'll use acrylic paints to create your in this unique workshop. No sewing involved, all materials provided. masterpiece. Registration fee includes all supplies. Choose from a variety of patterns and holiday colors to create your personalized gnome. Beverages and food will be available for purchase. Thursday Sep 15 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $35 Reserve your spot now! Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Lundberg | #AAPBJFL01F22 Monday Nov 21 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $40 NEW! FAMILY PAINT NIGHT: PIZZA AND CANVAS Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFGNMS01F22 FALL FOX ► AGE 6+ WITH ADULT Sunday Dec 4 | 1 session | 1:00-2:30pm | $40 Grab the whole family for this fun family event! You will each create Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFGNMS02F22 a painting of a fox with birch trees using acrylic paint on an 11x14\" stretched canvas. No need to eat before class -- we will enjoy a pizza GRAB-AND-GO PICKUP! dinner before we start painting. Fee includes food and all supplies. CHUNKY KNIT PUMPKIN GRAB-AND-GO KIT Thursday Nov 3 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm $69-2 participants; $99-3 participants; $129 4-participants; Want to make your very own Chunky Knit Pumpkins, but can't make $159 5-participants the class? Problem solved! Our instructor has prepared take-home Rogers MS Art Rm Door A | KidzArt Staff | #AAPFMPN01F22 kits for purchase. The kits include all materials necessary to make three various-sized chunky yarn pumpkins in gray, burnt orange, NEW! FOREST AND NIGHT SKY PAINTING and mustard yellow, plus printed instructions. Follow along with Charlene as she provides step-by-step instructions to Pick up kits guide you through creating your acrylic-painted masterpiece, a forest Mon-Fri Oct 10-31 | $35 | #AAFPMKK01F22 scene with a magnificent night sky. Registration fee includes all supplies. HOLIDAY GNOME GRAB-AND-GO KIT Thursday Dec 15 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $35 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Lundberg | #AAPMTRE01F22 Want to make a holiday gnome but can't make the class? Our instructor has prepared take-home kits for purchase. The kits LOCATIONS include all materials to make your holiday gnome -- no sewing involved! Aegir Brewing Company 19050 Industrial Blvd NW, Elk River Pick up kits Mon-Fri Nov 21-Dec 23 | $35 | #AAFGNMK01F22 Pour Wine Bar and Bistro 15704 90th St NE, Otsego Kits can picked up at The Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River between 8:30am-4:30pm on the dates indicated above. 14 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ARTS | HOME & HOBBY ADULTS DIY CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET WORKSHOP Have you been wanting to make your own chunky knit blanket? This class includes all materials needed to make a 45x55\" or 40x60\" throw, with personalized instruction. The instructor will have a variety of colors to choose from at the class. Food and beverages will be available for purchase before, during, and after the class. Monday Dec 5 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $69 Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC01F22 Monday Dec 5 | 1 session | 5:15-8:15pm | $69 Create a personalized painted pumpkin to add to your fall decor. Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC02F22 Invite your friends and make it a fun evening out! Monday Dec 5 | 1 session | 5:30-8:30pm | $69 NEW! PUMPKIN PAINTING WORKSHOP ► AGE 16+ Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC03F22 Spice up your fall decor by creating a personalized painted pumpkin. Monday Dec 5 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm | $69 You'll get a large white faux pumpkin to paint in your unique style or to Pour Wine and Bistro Otsego | Thesing-Coleman | #AAFFKTC04F22 match your fall color scheme. Our instructor Zanielle will give you ideas to complete your project, including painted leaves, patterns, or simple SOAP MAKING 101 gold leaf. Discover the delight of homemade soap for yourself or to share as Thursday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $39 gifts! Using the cold process method, learn how to make soap through Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAPPMPP01F22 demonstration and participation. Color and scent your own raw soap to take home. Complete handouts and recipes provided. Tuesday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:30-9:00pm | $39 NEW! FASHION ILLUSTRATION ► AGE 16+ Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Thomas | #AAOSOAP01F22 Learn the art of fashion illustration, from stylized faces to over-the-top NEW! FALL RAFFIA WREATH ► AGE 16+ clothes and accessories! Our instructor Zanielle will start the class by discussing and demonstrating the basics; you'll spend the remaining Create a fall wreath wall hanging using raffia in various colors and class time practicing and mastering the art of fashion illustration. mixing it up with wooden beads and drift wood. Different options will be shown, and you can choose your design. Keep it simple or go all in with Thursday Dec 8 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $29 extra optional accessories. All the supplies needed for this class are Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAWFSHI01F22 provided. Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $45 IMPORTANT TO KNOW... Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAFRFWR01F22 NEW! BOTANICAL WATERCOLOR PAINTING A parent is required to accompany students age 16 and 17 for the ► AGE 16+ following classes listed on this page: Spend the evening painting with water while learning different watercolor »  Fall Raffia Wreath techniques. You will have time during class to practice your new »  Botanical Water Color Painting techniques before painting your final piece of artwork. Use a variety of »  Pumpkin Painting Workshop colors and choose from three floral images provided by the instructor. »  Fashion Illustration Thursday Sep 22 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $39 If both parent and child wish to make a project, please register Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAPWTRC01F22 separately. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 15

ADULTS CULINARY EXPERIENCE COOK-ALONG HOLIDAY TREATS NEW RECIPES WHAT'S COOKING? NEW! APPLE CIDER DONUTS AND COCKTAILS ONLINE! CULINARY CLASSES On National Apple Cider Day, the humble jug of Apple Cider is the star of this class. During this cook-along class, learn how to recreate The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting baked Apple Cider Donuts at home. Pair the donuts with 4 new apple date: cider beverages, with grown-up and kid-friendly versions. Chef Laura will demonstrate how to assemble all of the cocktails plus the donuts. »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) Mix along with the class and bring your ideas for additional apple cider »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) cocktails and mocktails. »  Video conference link Friday Nov 18 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $30 Online | Scheck | #ADDAPLC01F22 After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. NEW! APPLE TURNOVERS FROM SCRATCH AIR FRYER FINGER FOODS Did you go apple-picking and want to make something other than apple pie? In this class, you will learn to make puff pastry from scratch and fill Have you wondered what the air fryer hype is all about? Cook along with it with a homemade soft apple filling. Apple turnovers are a special treat Tess as she creates air fryer chicken nuggets and stuffed potato skins! for a weekday breakfast when you are running out the door! She will also demonstrate how to make air fryer macaroni and cheese balls, mozzarella sticks, and marvelous meatballs! Sunday Oct 23 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $30 Online | Scheck | #ADDAPPL01F22 Saturday Nov 5 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 NEW! BAGEL BRUNCH FEATURING HOMEMADE Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGARFY01F22 BAGELS AIR FRYER HYPE! COPYCAT KFC AND RECIPE Experience the satisfaction of making amazing bagels from scratch! IDEAS FOR ALL AGES! During this virtual cook-along class, you'll learn the foundations of making, seasoning, and dressing bagels. Bake along to create soft Do you want cooking ideas for your air fryer that go beyond fries and chewy homemade bagels, then turn them into savory breakfast and frozen processed foods? Dive into the world of air frying in this sandwiches with a baked omelet or other toppings. The instructor will demonstration and cook-along class! Watch as our online chef makes also demonstrate two of her next-level salads that she includes in her homemade egg rolls, pizza bites, seasoned potato wedges, and burgers, brunches. and cook-along to make copycat KFC chicken! Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Saturday Oct 1 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDBAGL01F22 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCAFRY01F22 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. 16 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY ADULTS NEW! BAKE-AND-BUILD GINGERBREAD HOUSE! EXPERIENCE THIS! FAMILY FUN BAKE-ALONG HANDMADE PASTA-FROM-SCRATCH Start a new holiday tradition and create lifelong family memories by MADE EASY CLASSES baking homemade gingerbread and constructing your own gingerbread house! During this class, you will create the gingerbread for the house LINGUINI, HOMEMADE ITALIAN MEATBALLS and whip up a batch of stiff Royal Icing to hold it all together! A week IN MARINARA AND ITALIAN BREAD before the class, you will receive an email with the templates for creating gingerbread walls. During this cook-along class, dive into the world of handmade pasta! Follow along as our instructor guides you step-by-step Friday Dec 16 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 through the simple pleasure of creating homemade linguini Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDGBHC01F22 with the simplest ingredients. Combine your pasta with homemade Italian meatballs, jarred marinara sauce, and a loaf NEW! COPYCAT CINNABON CINNAMON ROLLS of wonderful Italian bread made during class for a delicious and AND HOT COCOA BOMBS flavorful meal! Start a new holiday tradition by creating delicious freshly-baked Friday Sep 30 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 homemade cinnamon rolls and velvety hot cocoa bombs! As the Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGHPST01F22 cinnamon rolls are rising, learn how to make cocoa bombs that pair perfectly with the cinnamon rolls! You will need a cocoa bomb silicone CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH SAUSAGE IN mold to create the cocoa bombs. ALFREDO SAUCE AND FRESH ITALIAN BREAD Saturday Dec 3 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDCNBN01F22 Do you love stuffed pasta and want to know how it's made? Follow along with our instructor as she guides you step-by-step NEW! HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE TREATS through the simple pleasure of creating homemade stuffed pasta from the simplest ingredients. The tortellini will be Add some homemade chocolates to your holiday cookie tins. They look paired with Italian sausage (or the sausage of your choice), a beautiful, add a professional elegance, and everyone loves them. We homemade alfredo sauce, and a wonderful loaf of homemade will make a variety of chocolate treats, including a classed-up turtle and bread. a winter lover's peppermint bark. Dip dried fruit and pretzels and whip up creative variations of chocolate bark with random ingredients you Saturday Oct 8 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 probably already have! Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGHPSA01F22 Thursday Dec 15 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $30 PLEASE NOTE: Online | Scheck | #ADDHCHT01F22 The decision on whether a class will run is HOLIDAY COOKIE BAKE AND DECORATE! made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel Gather your family for this fun online holiday cookie decorating class! Learn the basics for decorating cookies at home with Royal Icing. You a class you are hoping to take. will receive an email with recipes for cookies to bake ahead of time so class can focus on decorating. No fancy decorating tips or bags will be needed. The instructor will show techniques using simple plastic sandwich bags to decorate. Friday Dec 9 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADDCKKI01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 17

ADULTS CULINARY ESCAPE TO THE MEDITERRANEAN! COOK-ALONG WHAT'S COOKING? Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece while you cook ONLINE! CULINARY CLASSES along with Tess from the comfort of your own kitchen. Create a classic full-flavored Greek meal with your family, significant other, or friends for The following will be sent via email prior to the class meeting a special evening enjoying a taste of Greece! date: Saturday Nov 19 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 »  Ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGIPEM01F22 »  Station prep suggestions & information materials (if applicable) »  Video conference link INSTANT POT 101 -- LIVE After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant Pot during a virtual class! Learn the foundations of cooking and care, NEW! INSTANT POT OR NOT: SOUPS IN BREAD and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot. BOWLS - CREAMY CHICKEN NOODLE VEGGIE, This class is a combination of demonstration and cook-along. Cook CREAMY BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND ITALIAN along with Tess as she creates a Creamy Cheesy Tuscan Chicken with BREAD BOWLS Penne pasta dish. After the class, you will be emailed an additional handout with tips and terminology that will help build Instant Pot Expand your culinary repertoire as you learn to create Creamy Chicken confidence and creativity, along with the instructor's original recipes. Noodle Veggie Soup and Creamy Butternut Squash Soup paired perfectly with the Italian bread bowls made from scratch. No Instant Pot? Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 No problem! The instructor will make one soup in the Instant Pot and the Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIIPLV01F22 other on the stovetop and provide step-by-step guidance and instruction for both cooking options. NEW! INSTANT POT CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP, GROUND BEEF & POTATO STEW AND Saturday Sep 24 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 HOMEMADE POTATO DINNER ROLLS Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGSPBB01F22 Discover these delicious, mouth-watering culinary creations made in NEW! KOLACHE! TEXAN SAVORY AND EUROPEAN a fraction of the time using the Instant Pot! During this virtual class, SWEET you will cook along with our instructor as she prepares Chicken Pot Pie Soup, Instant Pot Ground Beef & Potato Stew, and wonderful, A Texan kolache is a wonderfully fluffy, extra-large, mildly sweet, homemade potato dinner rolls. Choose one meal for your cook-along baked doughnut stuffed with a choice of sausage and other fillings while watching a demonstration of the other. If you own two Instant Pots, such as cheese. Sweet kolache are a wonderful light cookie made make both! around the winter holidays that are filled with preserves and dusted with confectioners sugar. Learn how to make these delicious delicacies Saturday Oct 22 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 during this cook-along class. Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIIPST01F22 Friday Nov 18 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 NEW! INSTANT POT OR NOT: SOUPS IN BREAD Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGKLCH01F22 BOWLS - CREAMY CHICKEN & WILD RICE SOUP AND CREAMY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP PLEASE NOTE: Expand your culinary repertoire as you learn to create two wonderful The decision on whether a class will run is soups and homemade Italian Bread Bowls! We'll create a Creamy made 3-5 days before the class start date. Chicken & Wild Rice Soup and Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel which will go perfectly with the Italian bread bowls. No Instant Pot? No problem! The instructor will make one soup in the Instant Pot and the a class you are hoping to take. other on the stovetop and provide step-by-step guidance and instruction for both cooking options. Saturday Nov 12 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGSPBC01F22 18 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

CULINARY ADULTS 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 Oct 7 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGHMPG01F22 NEW! NEXT-LEVEL PIEROGI: FESTIVE FILLINGS Macarons are sweet and perfect for all types AND DOUGH of celebrations, or as a light dessert. Create your own pierogis! During this cook-along class, learn how to NEW! MARVELOUS MACARONS make a variety of homemade doughs and a variety of fillings. Discover how to create Tess' next-level potato and cheese and festive Reuben Macarons are beautiful and fun to make! Nancy will show you some fillings. Then watch Tess demonstrate how she creates festive green and simple tricks to make the process easy. During the class, you will make bright pink dough using pure and natural ingredients. lovely blueberry, lemon, and pink sparkling wine macarons. Bake and assemble one recipe from start to finish, and decorate and assemble Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 4:00-6:30pm | $39 the other two recipes. A supply fee of $13 per student is payable to the Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGPGFS01F22 instructor in class. NEW! OKTOBERFEST SOFT BEER PRETZELS & DIPS Thursday Sep 29 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $39 Rogers MS FACS Rm Door A | Burgeson | #ADDMCRN01F22 Giant soft pretzels are great any time of year, but we're especially craving them during the fall season. During this virtual culinary NEW! THAI PAD SEE EW experience, you will learn how to put some beer into the pretzels, create dippers for authentic Oktoberfestivities, and discover ways to put some In less than one hour from start to finish, create a Thai take-out pumpkin in your dippers and even in the pretzels themselves! favorite, Pad See Ew, from scratch. No prep is required. Just have your ingredients handy, and we will take it from there. After minimal effort, you Wednesday Sep 28 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $30 will be enjoying a hot bowl of crispy fried umami noodles with Chinese Online | Scheck | #ADGOKTB01F22 Broccoli and either tofu or chicken. PIZZAS WITH PIZZAZZ! DETROIT-STYLE PAN Wednesday Sep 21 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $30 PIZZA & PIZZA PARTY FUN Online | Scheck | #ADGPDSW01F22 Learn how to make homemade PIZZAS with PIZZAZZ using delectable NEW! TRIED AND TRUE TIRAMISU homemade dough in a variety of ways! During this virtual class, we'll make family fun pizza boats, pizza twists, the extremely popular Detroit- Tiramisu can seem intimidating, even to an experienced baker. But once style pan pizza, and out-of-this-world pizza sauce! Three homemade you try it and realize there's no baking involved, you will make it over and pizza crusts will be used to create the pizza options. Personalize your over again. Using a few quality ingredients, you can confidently produce pizzas with your choice of toppings. Italian restaurant-quality Tiramisu for a pick-me-up or romantic shared dessert. Friday Oct 28 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADGPZZZ01F22 Saturday Dec 3 | 1 session | 11:00am-12:30pm | $30 Online | Scheck | #ADDTRMS01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 19

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST A GUIDE TO BACKYARD PHOTOGRAPHY MINNESOTA RECIPIENTS OF THE MEDAL OF HONOR: FROM THE CIVIL WAR TO VIETNAM It is fall and it's beautiful outdoors! Join professional photographer Jay Grammond on a photographic journey of possibilities that will get you June Gossler Anderson was one of 27 women chosen to write the out of the house and into your own yard, or local park. Learn to see and biographies of the 72 Minnesota men who have received the Medal of compose creatively, how to create or look for great backgrounds, what Honor. During her presentation honoring the heroes, you will meet a host subjects to focus on, and helpful apps and resources that can help you of brave men who fought and died for their country including a 14-year- create your best images yet! old orphan and the Commander of the USS Arizona who went down with his ship at Pearl Harbor. Thursday Sep 22 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Jay Grammond | #AGPBYPH01F22 Friday Nov 11 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $19 Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHMNMH01F22 BUILDING YOUR VISION: TAKING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY FROM GOOD TO GREAT! ONE LAST TIME: WORLD WAR II VETERAN STORIES PARTS 1 AND 2 Are you a photographer who wants to take their images to the next level? Or maybe you are just getting started. Do you want to be a Members of the \"Greatest Generation\" are leaving us at an alarming photographer who TAKES pictures, or one who CREATES images? We rate. Photographer and amateur historian Jay Grammond planned and will cover some compositional basics and discuss concepts of building facilitated a WWII History Series in Elk River for 13 years, and got to your photographic vision that will take your images from good to great know many people who shared their WWII stories with us. Jay will share with ideas and concepts that you can put into practice right away. the stories of those who are no longer here to tell their story themselves. Don't miss this unique insight into the lives of these amazing people! Tuesday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 If you do not have an active email account, please call the Community Online | Grammond | #AGPPG2G01F22 Education office at 763-241-3520 for information. FADING ADS OF THE TWIN CITIES Part 1 Thursday Nov 3 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $25 Do you remember seeing those old painted ads on the sides of buildings Online | Grammond | #AGHOLTW01F22 for Coca-Cola, Grain Belt Beer, grocery stores, and warehouses? Our instructor, Jay Grammond, has been drawn to Fading Ads, or \"Ghost Part 2 Signs\" for quite some time. Join Jay as he takes you on a virtual walk Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $25 around the Twin Cities to view this \"Art Gallery\" that surrounds us. Online | Grammond | #AGHOLT201F22 Wednesday Sep 21 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Grammond | #AGHFDTC01F22 ONLINE CLASSES Hear stories from the James C. Church WWII History Series re-told by Jay Grammond, the planner and An email with online meeting facilitator of the original series. information and link will be sent prior to your online class. 20 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ADULTS SBPAESCICIAELDIUNCTEARTIEOSNT EAXDPEURLITESNCE A ROAD TRIP AROUND MINNESOTA: VETERAN MEMORIALS Minnesota is home to a fantastic variety of Veteran memorials -- everything from street names to granite monuments to statues. Join our instructor as he shares his travels around the state to discover some of the ways Minnesota honors its Veterans. Wednesday Dec 7 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $25 Online | Grammond | #ARVRTVM01F22 NEW! ADULT CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: The demand for bilingual professionals has BEGINNER PART 1 more than doubled in the past decade. Have you always dreamed of learning Spanish? Start here! The primary NEW! ADULT CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: focus of this online class will be on building conversational tools in ADVANCED PART 1 Spanish through interactive practice and exercises. Learn how to carry on short conversations. Each class will incorporate interesting cultural Quieres mejorar tu Español? Advanced Spanish is for students who anecdotes, including Spanish word origin, dialect differences, and have had previous Spanish classes and are looking to broaden names in Spanish. their conversational skills. You will focus on the past tense (preterite and imperfect tenses) and more complex grammatical aspects of Mondays Oct 17-Nov 21 | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $125 conversation. You should have completed Conversational Spanish Online | Futura Language Professionals | #AGLFTUD01F22 Intermediate 1 and 2 or have several years of Spanish language to enroll in this online class. Tuesdays Oct 18-Nov 22 | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $125 Online | Futura Language Professionals | #AGLFTUD02F22 NEW! ADULT CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Thursdays Oct 20-Dec 1* | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $125 INTERMEDIATE PART 1 Online | Futura Language Professionals | #AGLFTUF01F22 *Not meeting Nov 24 Hablas un poquito Español? Intermediate Spanish is specifically designed for the adult learner who has taken some Spanish in the NEW! GENEALOGY SMART START: THINGS I WISH past and would like to improve their conversational skills. Practice I'D KNOWN conversation skills such as learning how to make plans and discussing preferences. Cultural discussions will cover holiday traditions and Have you wanted to research your family history, but you're not sure how celebrations in Spanish-speaking countries. This online class is for new to start? Are you are fairly new to genealogy and would appreciate some students and previous Conversational Spanish Beginner Part 1 and 2 pointers? In this presentation, certified genealogist Elizabeth Williams participants. Gomoll will show you how to get started and avoid making some of the mistakes she made as a beginning genealogist. Wednesdays Oct 19-Nov 30* | 6 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $125 Online | Futura Language Professionals | #AGLFTUE01F22 Tuesday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 *Not meeting Nov 23 Online | Williams Gomoll | #AGHGSMS01F22 NEW! I GOT MY DNA RESULTS, NOW WHAT? Many people take a DNA test to learn their ethnic heritage, but when the results come back, they don't know what to do next! Discover what's behind DNA results and matches. Come away with basic and practical suggestions for getting the most out of your DNA results. Tuesday Nov 1 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Williams Gomoll | #AGHDNAR01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 21

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST NEW! WHERE THEY ONCE STOOD: FINDING YOUR IMMIGRANT ANCESTOR'S PLACE OF ORIGIN Often family researchers know only the country from which their ancestor emigrated. Finding an ancestor's specific place of origin in the old country can open doors to foreign records that can grow one's family tree back for generations. A handout lists sources and websites that can help with your search for that important ancestral location. Tuesday Nov 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Williams Gomoll | #AGHIMGA01F22 BE A BETTER WRITER: 10 EASY TIPS TO Finding an ancestor's specific place of origin can open doors to IMPROVE YOUR WRITING NOW foreign records and help you learn more about your family tree. We write every day: emails, social media posts, work projects, and even NEW! HOW TO OUTLINE AND WRITE AN non-fiction or creative writing. Improving is just a matter of knowing IRRESISTIBLE ROMANCE some simple tricks to make your writing more impactful and readable. This hands-on session will show you writing/editing examples and Romance is the #1 selling fiction genre. Whether you're a new or exercises so you know how to make sentences flow properly while still experienced writer, this comprehensive session will help you sharpen maintaining reader interest. You will leave with a workbook full of writing your skills with practical step-by-step advice. You will discover the tips and tricks. different romance sub-genres, understand the proven romance formula, and other important writing steps. Publishing options will also be Saturday Oct 1 | 1 session | 2:00-4:00pm | $39 discussed. Online | Krusemark | #AGWBTRW01F22 GUIDED AUTOBIOGRAPHY Saturday Sep 24 | 1 session | 11:00am-12:00pm | $29 Online | Krusemark | #AGKRMNC01F22 Write the Story of your Life -- two pages at a time! Designed to help you recall, organize and share the contents of your life experiences, these NEW! WRITE A RIVETING MYSTERY, SUSPENSE, classes will help evoke memories through a variety of life themes such OR CRIME STORY as family, work/career, and health. Pass along valuable lessons, stories, and history to your family, friends, and future generations. No writing Become a mystery writer for fun, or profit! You will discover the different experience is necessary. sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your Wednesdays Sep 28-Nov 16 | 8 sessions | 3:00-5:00pm | $85 setting, make sure your opening grabs readers' attention, and use \"red Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFGDAB01F22 herrings\" to misdirect your readers until you're ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed. Informative handouts included in the class fee. I gained a road map of how to start, write, and Saturday Sep 24 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 finish a story. I would recommend this class to Online | Krusemark | #AGKCRME01F22 everyone to take….often we don’t know what PLEASE NOTE: we don’t know until we jump in and try. ~Guided Autobiography Participant The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. 22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SPECIAL INTEREST ADULTS NEW! HOW TO WRITE YOUR 'ETHICAL WILL' - AN INTRODUCTION TO WRITING LEGACY LETTERS Perhaps, like many people, you have written your 'Legal Will' documenting the distribution of your assets. But have you written your \"Ethical Will?\" This class will teach you how to write legacy letters that convey your greatest treasures -- your faith, life's lessons, and values -- to those you love. You will see real examples of how legacy writing has impacted individuals and families and how writing your 'Ethical Will' can inform the writing of your legal will or health care directive. Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $35 An Ethical Will is a personal document you create to share Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFEWLL01F22 your values, experiences and life lessons with your family. INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING FOR EXPLORE 50 DIFFERENT SELF-PUBLISHING TELEVISION OR MOVIES OPTIONS Learn special screenwriting terms and formats for television and the big Discover the pros and cons of all the self-publishing options, including screen as you plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work print-on-demand and e-book publishing, as well as Amazon options. in the proper screenwriting format. Plus, you'll get an inside look into You will leave with a rated description of 50 self-publishing companies. the business of selling your script to agents and producers. Informative Participants must attend \"Beginner's Guide to Getting Published\" before handouts included. attending this class. Saturday Oct 1 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $29 Tuesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $29 Online | Krusemark | #AGKWRTG01F22 Online | Krusemark | #AGK50PB01F22 NEW! COMEDY WRITING: HOW TO BE FUNNY ON NEW! EXPLORE THE WORLD AS A TRAVEL WRITER PAPER AND STAGE Combine your love of travel and writing. We will discuss how to use all Whether you need to make a dull work presentation more lively, mix your senses in a new destination to create more detailed and in-depth laughter with learning in the classroom, ultimately want to write for descriptions and whether or not you need to include photos with your print/production, or perform your own stand-up routine, this class will work. You will also learn how submit your finished product to print and show you how to apply humor to all aspects of your life. You will learn online markets, and the business side of travel writing. Informative the anatomy of a joke, how to sharpen your wit, how to write different handouts for future use are included in class fee. types of jokes, and how to use humor to entertain and influence people. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. Saturday Sep 24 | 1 session | 1:00-2:00pm | $29 Online | Krusemark | #AGKTRVL01F22 Saturday Sep 24 | 1 session | 2:00-3:00pm | $29 Online | Krusemark | #AGKCMDY01F22 BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO GETTING PUBLISHED ONLINE CLASSES Is your goal to become a published freelance writer by selling a An email with online meeting magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional information and link will be sent publisher? This comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. Discover how to become a \"published\" writer, submit prior to your online class. manuscripts, find the right publisher, write irresistible query letters, and how to determine when and how to get an agent. Learn 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer. Tuesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 5:00-7:00pm | $39 Online | Krusemark | #AGKGPBL01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 23

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST USING AMAZON'S KINDLE DIRECT TO SELF- PUBLISH YOUR BOOK FOR FREE Whether you're looking to publish a paperback-type novel or short ebook, this detailed tutorial will teach you how to create an Amazon KDP account, format your manuscript, and upload it to the Kindle platform. You'll discover how to create a book cover from available templates, determine pricing and royalties, develop a sales pitch, and write an Amazon author bio. Saturday Oct 1 | 1 session | 11:00am-12:00pm | $29 Aikido helps improve strength, coordination and flexibility, but Online | Krusemark | #AGKAKSP01F22 also improves focus, calming of the brain, and awareness. INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVERS NEW! INTRODUCTION TO AIKIDO ► AGE 16+ Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities, This class will introduce new students to basic elements of Aikido and and tools you need to find success in the growing remote-working Aikido training including stance, falls/rolls, blending, proper dojo and industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a training etiquette, and other concepts fundamental to the art and its professional voice actor. This is a one-time, 90-minute, one-on-one video practice. You will learn that anybody can train regardless of fitness level chat class! Learn more at www.voicesforall.com/ooo. Upon completion or prior martial arts experience and will leave with a better understanding of registration, you will be contacted by Voices for All to schedule your of Aikido and the confidence to train safely and effectively. This class is class at a convenient day and time. not a prerequisite for Aikido for the Beginner and Beyond. *A parent is required to accompany students age 16 and 17. If both parent and child Sep 1-Dec 31 | $49 wish to participate, please register separately. Online | Voices for All Staff | #AGJITVO01F22 Thursdays Sep 29-Oct 20 | 4 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $45 NEW! EASY PARTNER DANCING Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Bombardier | #AFAIAIK01F22 Whether you want to be one of the best dancers at your special event Thursdays Dec 8-29 | 4 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $45 or just have fun dancing together at home, this course will teach you all Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Bombardier | #AFAIAIK02F22 the right moves! Taking steps from classic ballroom dances, you'll learn easy-to-remember mini-routines, danceable to all your favorite songs. Couples dance together and singles rotate with other singles. Casual dress. Thursdays Oct 13-Nov 10* | 4 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $65 individual Rogers MS Commons Door A | Constantine | #AFDPRTD01F22 *Not meeting Oct 20 ONLINE CLASSES An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. Easy Partner Dancing will help you prepare for a special event or just have fun. Make it a date night! 24 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

SPECIAL INTEREST ADULTS BARN STORMING: A TOUR OF MINNESOTA MEET JUNE! BARNS AND BARN QUILTS Minnesota has countless numbers of barns from bygone eras. LOCAL AUTHOR Professional photographer and amateur historian Jay Grammond has travelled the state capturing images of barns of all shapes, sizes, and June Gossler Anderson is an award- conditions. There are also some barns adorned with barn quilts -- winning essayist, newspaper columnist, pieces of art on the side that usually tell a story. All are visible from the and published author. The scope of her roadways, making these architectural and artistic landmarks easy to spot work ranges from historical non-fiction, to and enjoy! historical fiction, fictionalized memoir, short story, and children’s stories. Combining Thursday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 her love of history with her love of writing, Online | Grammond | #ARVMNBB01F22 June is a contributing writer for the history columns in the Anoka newspapers. NEW! CHRISTMAS IN KRAKOW HISTORY AND HAUNTINGS OF THE EMERALD ISLE Partake in the wonders of the medieval Market Square alive with Christmas and Santa Claus in Krakow, Poland. During this virtual Join author June Gossler Anderson as she shares stories of her excursion you'll visit the open-air cloth market, view a 1,100-year-old travels to Ireland to explore its ghostly residents. Ireland's history has church that has sunk up to the second floor, visit the Church of the Virgin been recorded in its abbeys and churches, forts and castles, jails and Mary, and see Wawel Castle where we will encounter the fire-breathing graveyards by those who lived during those turbulent times and often statue of Smok, the Polish dragon who lived in a cave underneath the perished because of them. Their ghosts are eyewitnesses to this history. castle. Sometimes, they are the history. Monday Dec 12 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $19 Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHKRKW01F22 NEW! HAUNTED ANOKA (THE HALLOWEEN Monday Oct 17 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $19 CAPITAL OF THE WORLD) Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHHHEI01F22 Through the magic of online classes, your tour guide will take you on a NEW! TRACKING DRACULA virtual trip through forgotten Anoka to hear the stories of the people who once lived there and, according to some, are still hanging around! During Published in 1897, Bram Stoker's Gothic novel, Dracula, launched an this presentation, June will tell you of a long-ago Anoka, the Jackson entire genre of literature and film about vampires. From the stone-cold Hotel (now Billy's), the old Post Office, Colonial Hall, the Masonic Lodge, crypt beneath St. Michan's Church in Dublin to the magnificent ruin and some infamous residences. of Whitby Abbey in England to the storied castles of Romania, June Gossler Anderson traces the stories and the influences that led to the Monday Oct 24 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $19 creation of Bram Stoker's timeless masterpiece. Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHANKA01F22 Monday Oct 10 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $19 Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHDRCL01F22 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 25

ADULTS SPECIAL INTEREST | TRIPS NEW! RSVP HAPPINESS IN ACTION There are normal ups and downs in life that require mental health resiliency, but the effects of the pandemic have greatly influenced overall mental health in a number of negative ways. The RSVP Happiness in Action Program is designed to help individuals take some control of their mental health by understanding, practicing, and participating in positive mental health activities. Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #AHMHPNA01F22 If you have a special talent, skill, or passion,you can earn extra Wednesday Oct 19 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 money by becoming a Community Ed instructor. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #AHMHPNA02F22 BECOME A COMMUNITY ED INSTRUCTOR! Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #AHMHPNA03F22 Do you have a special talent, skill, or passion that you would love to share with the community? Have you ever thought of becoming a BLACK HILLS PHOTO SHOOTOUT Community Education instructor? Earn extra money doing something you love! If you can create a class, we would love to meet you! Attend The Black Hills Photo Shootout in South Dakota brings photographers our free class to get more information about teaching for Community from across the country together for photography, education, Education. Pre-registration is required. sightseeing, camaraderie, and fun! The event is packed full of workshops, great networking opportunities, and unbelievable outdoor Thursday Nov 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $0 subjects to photograph. The photography workshop will take place Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #AGJCEIN01F22 in Wall, Badlands National Park, and Circle View Ranch. You will be responsible for your transportation, meals, and lodging for the event. NEW! RV OWNERSHIP AND TRAVEL HINTS Upon registration, you will receive an email with the seminar link to select the photography workshops you want to attend. Are you a recent RV/travel-trailer camper or thinking about becoming a snowbird and traveling the United States in your home-on-wheels? Fri-Sun Sep 30-Oct 2 | 3 days | $499 Workshop Fee During this presentation, discover how to use online tools to make RV/ Grammond | #ARDBHPS01F22 Camper ownership and travel planning easier and less stressful. We'll share information about website links and apps, useful memberships, NEW! DAKOTA ADVENTURE: BADLANDS and how to troubleshoot issues that may come up while on the road. The Dakota Adventure: Badlands Photography Workshop brings Tuesday Sep 27 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $35 photographers from across the country together for photography, Rogers MS Media Door A | Williams | #ARIRVTT01F22 education, sightseeing, camaraderie, and fun! You will have an incredible trip packed full of informative photography workshops, great Did you know... photo networking opportunities, and unbelievable outdoor subjects to RV ownership has grown 62% in the photograph at Badlands National Park and Circle View Ranch. You past 20 years and has changed the way will be responsible for your transportation, meals, and lodging for the Americans travel, vacation, and live. event. Upon registration, you will receive an email with the seminar link to select the photography workshops you want to attend and hotel recommendations. Thu-Sun Nov 17-20 | $950 Early Bird/$1150 after Sep 1 Workshop Fee Grammond | #ARDDKTB01F22 26 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

NEW! DAKOTA ADVENTURE: THEODORE TRIPS ADULTS ROOSEVELT NATIONAL PARK EXPERIENCE THIS! The Dakota Adventure: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Photography Workshop brings photographers from across the country together for BENEFITS OF GROUP TRAVEL photography, education, sightseeing, camaraderie, and fun! Great courses, exceptional instructors, amazing photo opportunities, all in Ever wonder what the benefits of group travel are? Why should one weekend in the beautiful outdoors -- who could ask for more!? You you consider it? Is it really better than going on your own? will be responsible for your transportation, meals, and lodging for the Here are just a few reasons you should consider group travel event. Upon registration, you will receive an email with the seminar opportunities: link to select the photography workshops you want to attend and hotel Cost – Most hotels and airlines offer a discount for groups. recommendations. Safety – When traveling in an unfamiliar place, it’s much safer to travel with a group. Mon-Thu Sep 26-29 | $899 Workshop Fee Expertise – Trips are carefully planned so all you have to do is Grammond | #ARDDATR01F22 sit back, relax and enjoy your vacation! They often have “insider knowledge” to make the most of your time and experience. COLLETTE: TRAVEL EXPLORATION NIGHT Friendship and Socialization – Even if you are traveling with a friend or relative, a group trip is a great way to meet people and Here's your opportunity to learn more about two exciting travel develop new friendships. opportunities we have planned for 2023: Irish Splendor and Canadian Rockies. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are planning to FOR TRIP DETAILS travel, or are just thinking about it. Contact Community Education at 763.241.3520 Tuesday Sep 6 | 1 session | 1:00-2:00pm | $0 for more details on single pricing options and Online | Collette Vacations | #ARICTEN01F22 a complete itinerary for any Collette trip offered. COLLETTE: IRISH SPLENDOR Experience a true taste of \"Irish Splendor\" on a trip that combines fabulous accommodations, stunning scenery, and incredible cuisine. Your tour of the Emerald Isle includes an overnight stay on the regal grounds of a historic castle where you will toast the end of the fabulous trip with a farewell dinner. Trip includes airfare, lodging, six breakfasts, and two dinners. For a full itinerary, contact the Community Education office or Collette Travel. Mar 22-29, 2023 | 8 days, 7 nights $2368 Triple Occupancy/$2398 Double Occupancy/$2748 Single Occupancy Collette Vacations | #ATGIRSH01F22 COLLETTE: CANADIAN ROCKIES & GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Get ready for an adventure that brings together the beautiful expanse of the prairies, the soaring majesty of the Canadian Rockies, and the brilliance of Montana's Glacier National Park. Your 7-day journey begins in the province of Alberta. The trip includes airfare, lodging, and six breakfasts, one lunch, and three dinners. Jun 18-24, 2023 | 7 days, 6 nights $3449 Double Occupancy/$4149 Single Occupancy Collette Vacations | #ARGCNDR01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 27

ADULTS FINANCE EXPERIENCE NEW LEARNING PLANNING AHEAD BEING PREPARED HOME BUYING PROCESS 101 SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY Whether it is your very first home, dream home, or investment property, During this workshop you will cover strategies for maximizing your the home buying process can be intimidating. This class will walk you Social Security benefits, including five factors to consider when deciding through the ever-changing real estate market and empower you to make when to apply for benefits, how to minimize taxes on Social Security educated purchasing decisions. We will help you create a plan based on benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources your goals, limitations, timeline, and the market specifically in the area of retirement income. you are looking to buy. Tuesday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $9 Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Prairie View Elem FACS Rm 218 Door 1 | Bettinger | #ANSSVSC01F22 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Olson | #ANNHMBY01F22 MEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D Tuesday Oct 4 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNHMBY02F22 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 Saturday Nov 5 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $9 for you. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Olson | #ANNHMBY03F22 Wednesday Sep 28 | 1 session | 10:00am-11:30am | $12 Tuesday Dec 6 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC01F22 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNHMBY04F22 Tuesday Oct 18 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $12 Saturday Dec 17 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC02F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Olson | #ANNHMBY05F22 Wednesday Dec 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $12 SELLING YOUR HOME Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC03F22 If you are considering selling your home, this class will help you get TRY THIS! the most out of it. Learn about current local market conditions, how to prepare your home to sell, marketing techniques, the importance of the initial list price, and real estate secrets to help you get top dollar. Don't wait, only to find the market has cooled off! Saturday Oct 8 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $9 WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE NFTS? Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Olson | #ANNSYHM01F22 Tuesday Nov 15 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Learn what you need to know about this digital asset in Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNSYHM02F22 today's technological world. You'll leave the class with a basic understanding of what an NFT (non-fungible token) is, how they are PLEASE NOTE: used, and the impact of NFTs on the future of music, artists, and digital creators! The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Monday Oct 17 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Register Early to insure we don’t cancel Online | Welsh | #ANINFTS01F22 a class you are hoping to take. 28 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

FINANCE | TECHNOLOGY ADULTS THE 25 DOCUMENTS NEEDED BEFORE YOU PASS AWAY There is a master collection of essential documents you should collect and maintain before your passing which will help your family while you are here, and successfully settle your estate after you are gone. Find out what those documents are, what they cover, and how you can make your wishes clear. Thursday Oct 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 A legacy letter is a loving document that turns your personal Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANE25PW01F22 stories and values into life lessons for younger generations. THE TOP 10 MISUNDERSTANDINGS OF ESTATE HOW TO WRITE YOUR 'ETHICAL WILL' - AN PLANNING INTRODUCTION TO WRITING LEGACY LETTERS Learn how to prepare your estate to ensure things go smoothly for Perhaps, like many people, you have written your 'Legal Will' your loved ones during a time of loss and confusion. Our instructor documenting the distribution of your assets. But have you written your will help you to become aware of false assumptions and costly \"Ethical Will?\" This class will teach you how to write legacy letters that misunderstandings to avoid during your estate planning process. convey your greatest treasures -- your faith, life's lessons, and values -- to those you love. You will see real examples of how legacy writing has Tuesday Sep 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 impacted individuals and families and how writing your 'Ethical Will' can Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANE10MS01F22 inform the writing of your legal will or health care directive. WRITE YOUR OWN WILL Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $35 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Marsella | #AGFEWLL01F22 If you were to pass away unexpectedly, would your wishes be carried out? Who would coordinate the probate for your estate? Who would ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR ESSENTIALS be the guardian of your children? To whom would your assets be distributed? This class will help you answer these questions through Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. drafting a basic will with guidance from a licensed attorney. Pair pricing Learn the fundamentals to set up a print document and use various is available. tools to draw, format and style text, and modify shapes and illustrations. Design a complete corporate package, including business cards, Tuesday Sep 13 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $69 Individual/$129 Couple letterhead and envelopes. Access to Adobe Illustrator software is Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Griffin | #ANEWYOW01F22 required. Tuesday Dec 13 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $69 Individual/$129 Couple Sep 6-30 | $225 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Griffin | #ANEWYOW02F22 Online | Helmi | #ATOILUS01F22 ONLINE CLASSES ADOBE INDESIGN ESSENTIALS An email with online meeting Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works information and link will be sent seamlessly with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to produce simple to complex multi-page documents. Start with the basics and progress prior to your online class. to creating, managing and applying color and editing text. Finish by exploring advanced typography tools and menus, working with settings and styles, and creating print-ready PDF files. Access to Adobe InDesign software is required. Nov 7-Dec 2 | $225 Online | Helmi | #ATOINDE01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 29

ADULTS TECHNOLOGY | WORKPLACE ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ESSENTIALS Explore the most commonly used Adobe Photoshop CC tools, menus and panels. Learn all the basics to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to Adobe Photoshop software is required. Oct 3-28 | $225 Online | #ATOPJTO01F22 INTERMEDIATE EXCEL A Blog can be used for anything that involves communicating or publishing information on the Web. Increase your efficiency by learning how to organize, display and calculate your data into useful information. Discover formatting, pivot MONETIZE WEBSITES, BLOGS AND SOCIAL tables, functions and formulas. Understand basic pivot table layout and MEDIA WITH AFFILIATE MARKETING key terms, how to analyze spreadsheet data, and how to convert text to columns. Find out how Excel can make you more productive in your Are you interested in learning how to earn income from selling other work or business. people's products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your website and get a commission? Discover where to find 1000+ free Oct 3-28 | Average hours 16 | $195 and low-cost opportunities and learn how to avoid scams. You'll also Online | Klous | #ATOINXL01F22 uncover secrets to increasing your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. ADVANCED EXCEL Thursday Sep 29 | 1 session | 5:00-6:00pm | $29 Discover the Excel tools that can help you prepare your worksheets Online | Krusemark | #ANOWBSM01F22 accurately, examine your data for authentication, and use your data and information to make wise business decisions. Learn how to apply WRITING FOR ONLINE BLOGS, MAGAZINES AND multiple criteria to functions, perform loan calculations including interest WEBSITES and payments, and analyze data quickly and easily. You don't need a journalism degree or published articles to write for Nov 7-Dec 2 | Average hours 16 | $195 anyone's online blog, magazine or website. Some opportunities offer Online | Rutledge | #ATOADXL01F22 exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word or more! In this fast-paced virtual course, you will learn how to find ideas, sources, and more than BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STARTING A FREE BLOG 1,000 opportunities that pay. Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your Saturday Oct 1 | 1 session | 1:00-2:00pm | $29 service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn Online | Krusemark | #ATLWBMW01F22 step-by-step how to start a free blog with WordPress, choose a blog template, emphasize your blog content with a creative name, use your EXPLORE 250 LEGITIMATE HOME-BASED unique voice to share your expertise, and how to connect your domain/ BUSINESS IDEAS website. You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog. Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Thursday Sep 29 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $39 Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award-winning Online | Krusemark | #ATLBGFB01F22 business owner, this is a comprehensive business start-up workshop. Discover more than 250 legitimate home business ideas, mandatory legal documentation, ways to market your product/service, and how to take tax deductions. Wednesday Sep 28 | 1 session | 5:00-7:00pm | $39 Online | Krusemark | #AGJHMBS01F22 30 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

WORKPLACE ADULTS NEW! HOW TO MAKE EXTRA CASH PET-SITTING HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN YOUTUBE CHANNEL Do you love animals -- especially dogs? Learn how to make extra money by watching dogs or other pets, usually in the pet's home. You will learn Learn the basics to create and begin your very own YouTube channel. about feeding, watering, exercising pets, what to do when a dog has Join the world's largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, behavioral issues, and how to make a good impression. You will also instructions, talents/gifts, and more with the world and your audience! discover other services you can offer, such as dog-walking, grooming, puppy training, etc. This class is taught by a seasoned professional pet- Friday Nov 11 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 sitter and longtime entrepreneur. Online | Welsh | #ATSYTBE01F22 Friday Sep 30 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 INTRO TO PODCASTS Online | Krusemark | #AGJPETS01F22 Have you heard about Podcasts and would like to know more? Discover MAKE MONEY WITH A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT/ how to listen to these digital audio shows online, select your favorite WORD PROCESSING BUSINESS topics and even learn about any subject. You'll see why podcasts are now one of the most popular tools for learning and personal growth, as If you can type, you can make money at home using your computer. You well as a fun form of entertainment! No prior knowledge required. will discover how and where to find clients, 50 ways to advertise/market your services, effective home office equipment choices, and 100 ways to Monday Sep 19 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 make money with a computer. There is a definite need for your services. Online | Welsh | #ATPITPC01F22 \"Explore 250 Legitimate Home-Based Business Ideas\" is a prerequiste for this class. INTRO TO MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Wednesday Sep 28 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $29 Knowing medical terminology is the first step for any career in the Online | Krusemark | #AGJVAWP01F22 medical field or simply to understand your family's medical visits. This highly specialized language involves word building with root EASE INTO SOCIAL MEDIA words, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations. You will leave with a solid foundation of medical language, as well as basic medical billing and Do you want to gain a better understanding of exactly what social media coding terminology. No prior experience is necessary. is all about? This class will go over step-by-step basics for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, and YouTube. Common questions and Monday Sep 26 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $49 insights on social media will be reviewed so that you're up-to-date on the Online | Krusemark | #AWMMTRM01F22 latest buzzwords and topics. No prior experience is required. SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS Monday Sep 12 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Welsh | #ATSSCMD01F22 Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business 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. Tuesday Sep 20 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Welsh | #AWSSMDA01F22 ONLINE CLASSES CONFLICT MANAGEMENT An email with online meeting An average manager can spend more than 20 percent of their day information and link will be sent engaged in or reacting to a conflict situation. No matter what your position, conflict management skills can positively correlate to higher prior to your online class. earnings and promotion. This online course will help you understand conflict, analyze and evaluate real cases, and create your own dialog for successful conflict management. Sep 6-30 | Average hours 24 | $245 Online | Klauss | #ATOCONF01F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 31

ADULTS WORKPLACE 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 2022 Bookkeeping Certificate Certificate in Project Management »  Understanding Debits and Credits | General Ledger and Month- »  Introduction to Project Management | Project Management End 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 32 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

HOPE ADULTS WELCOME TO THE HOPE PROGRAM! LET'S COOK...Cooking Classes are back! Health and safety are important to us, so each participant From outings to events, activities and classes, we have a wide variety will have their own set of ingredients and cooking utensils. to keep you busy. There are always some of your favorites and a few new ones to try. »  These activities are designed for adults with developmental disabilities (age 18+). »  You can also access program information and register online at www.728communityed.com. »  Participants are asked to register a staff or family member (age 16+) if personal care assistance is needed. »  If attending alone, the participant should be able to function independently in a group setting, follow simple directions, and communicate their needs. »  All reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of the participants. »  Please allow at least one week to make accommodations; this includes sign language interpretation. »  Community Education welcomes persons of all abilities to participate in any of the activities throughout this brochure. EVENTS & ACTIVITIES CLASSES »  Sep 7 Cardio Dance & Mindfulness Workshop »  Sep 8 Faux Stained Glass Votive Holder »  Sep 12 Sports Sampler: Basketball »  Oct 4 Halloween Pallet Sign »  Sep 15 Fall Birthday Celebration »  Oct 13 Let's Cook! Soup »  Sep 26 Sports Sampler: Soccer »  Oct 18 Let's Cook! Spooktacular Snacks »  Oct 10 Sports Sampler: Floor Hockey »  Nov 3 No-Sew Fleece Blankets »  Oct 23 Sports Sampler: Water Aerobics »  Nov 15 Let's Cook! Mini Chicken Pot Pies »  Oct 27 Halloween Bingo »  Nov 28 Paint Your Own Mug »  Oct 28 Pizza Party and a Theater Performance: »  Dec 8 Let's Cook! Individual Lasagna Jack and the Beanstalk »  Dec 13 Cookie Bake & Decorate Cardio Dance and Mindfulness Workshop »  Nov 2 Sports Sampler: Pickleball H PEISD 728 Community Education JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! »  Nov 7 Bowling Party »  Nov 8 Game Night Be one of the first to get details »  Nov 10 HOPE Winter Kick Off on all HOPE classes! »  Nov 17 Sports Sampler: Open Swim »  Nov 20 Friendsgiving Contact our office to join the HOPE »  Nov 22 Sports Sampler: Snow Shoeing mailing list. Call 763.241.3520 »  Dec 5 Grinchmas Celebration »  Dec 20 or email [email protected]. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 33

ADULTS BASIC EDUCATION EXPERIENCE ONLINE LEARNING INSTRUCTION SUCCESS ł NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA? ł IMPROVE BASIC SKILLS The Elk River Learning Lab now offers 3 Adult Secondary Adult Basic Education (ABE) is for learners who need goal-specific Credential Options. basic skills such as: ►GED »  Accuplacer and College Prep »  The four tests in the GED battery measure academic »  Returning to the workforce or changing careers competencies. »  Helping children with homework »  To take the official tests, you must be 19 years of age or older and »  ASVAB preparation have a valid, current government-issued photo ID. If you are 17 or »  Keyboarding and Computer Basics 18 years old and are not currently enrolled in high school, we can apply for your age waiver. ONLINE! DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES »  The cost per subject area of the GED is $30. Official practice tests are $6.99 each. Ask about how you may be able to study off-site in the comfort of your »  The Elk River Learning Lab will provide instruction to help you home! prepare for the exam, help you develop a study plan, and guide you through the process of registering for the official exams. »  Prepare for the GED »  Brush up on English, reading, writing, or math skills ►CREDIT RECOVERY DIPLOMA »  Self-paced, individualized programs »  Credit recovery diploma is available to qualifying adults age 18 »  Flexible and convenient and older. »  LIVE Interactive classes »  Coursework for missing credits is completed in an independent study program using online courses. Enroll in our online program designed for adults to brush up on skills »  High school transcripts will be evaluated to determine which using online materials and the support of a trained teacher. credits and coursework are needed. JOIN OUR TEAM OF ABE AND ESL VOLUNTEERS ►STATE STANDARD ADULT HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Here’s your opportunity to make a contribution to your community in a This state standard adult high school diploma is competency-based, personal way. Classroom and one-to-one volunteers are needed for a aligning to Minnesota’s current K-12 graduation standards and embeds: variety of positions: classroom assistant, clerical assistant and technology assistant. Work with individuals or small groups tutoring basic skills or »  College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) for Adult English as a Second Language. If you would like to learn more about Education becoming a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 763-433-4221. »  Academic, Career and Employability Skills (ACES) Transitions FREE CHILDCARE! Integration Framework Free on-site childcare is available for some »  Northstar Digital Literacy Standards Adult Basic Education and English as a Second Language classes. Please see any ABE/ESL staff The Minnesota State Adult Diploma Competency Domains include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Career Development and Employability member for registration assistance. Skills, including Digital Literacy Skills, Social Studies and Science. Schedule an intake appointment with a staff member of the Elk River Learning Lab to answer your questions and determine the best route for you. 34 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ADULTS ABE/ESL 2022 CLASS INFORMATION Romney has a goal to become a Peer Recovery FALL 2022 Specialist Coach once he completes his GED. »  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm TURN YOUR PASSION INTO A CAREER »  Tuesday 1:00-4:00pm »  Tuesday 4:00-7:00pm Romney Skarp started with our GED program in July 2021 after a passion became a potential career. Romney’s friend suggested he look ONLINE! INTERACTIVE ONLINE CLASSES into getting certified in a position as a Peer Recovery Specialist Coach, something Romney is very well suited for. However, the state requires a »  Pronunciation high school diploma to get the certification, and Romney, age 64, found »  Conversation his way to Elk River ABE. »  Reading/Writing Skills »  English Now with three of the four tests completed, Romney is a model of persistence and taking on things in manageable pieces. He worked Instructors will discuss which options will meet your needs at getting the testing accommodations he needed due to multiple based on your skills and goals. traumatic brain injuries and worked his way through each exam one at a time. Setting a goal and working on each one was his strategy. He CONTACT INFORMATION also understood his limits and knew that he could accomplish his goals with hard work.  Elk River Learning Lab Community Education at The Handke Center “Don’t wait until you get old.” He says that earning a GED will broaden 1170 Main Street, Elk River, MN 55330 your career opportunities so that when you discover your passion, you are able to take the next steps. q 763-241-3400 x5525 E [email protected]  www.728communityed.com Coordinator: Sherry Smith Instructor: Rallou Rice CLASSROOM LOCATION Handke Center - Room 221 Don't wait until you get old! ł ESL FOR ADULTS ~ Romney, GED student English as a Second Language (ESL) is training for individuals whose first language is not English. Training is designed to help participants with: »  Speaking »  Reading »  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 35

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

MULTI-AGE EARLY CHILDHOOD BIRTH TO THREE ► AGE BIRTH-36 MONTHS Everyone enjoys parachute play, but it also teaches collorative and non-competitive play where children work together. Enjoy time with your child and be creative, engage in active play, and share in circle time activities. Parenting time will be in the child's ł TWOS ► AGE 24-36 MONTHS classroom in a non-separating atmosphere. This class is free for children under 12 months. Two-year-olds are growing at high speed! They require guidance and limits as they explore new things in their world. Our classrooms are set Mondays Sep 19-Dec 12* | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:45pm | $70 up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH08F22 create, build, problem-solve, communicate and socialize. Children *Not meeting Oct 17, Nov 14, Dec 5 gain confidence, trust and independence as their parents separate for their facilitator-led parent education that focuses on child development, Tuesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $84 parenting and parent-child relationships. This is a separating class. Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EEBIRTH02F22 *Not meeting Oct 18 Wednesdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEFTWOS01F22 Tuesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $84 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH06F22 *Not meeting Oct 18 Fridays Sep 23-Dec 16* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEFTWOS03F22 Wednesdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 10:45am-12:00pm | $77 *Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH05F22 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Thursdays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 If you have questions or would like to visit one of our ECFE Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH07F22 classrooms and meet an Early Childhood or Parent Educator, *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. No one will be denied Fridays Sep 23-Dec 16* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 participation in ECFE programs because of inability to pay. Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EEBIRTH01F22 Call us today to ask questions, make payment plan *Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 arrangements, or to have fees reduced or waived. Fridays Sep 23-Dec 16* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EEBIRTH04F22 *Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 ł ONES ► AGE 12-24 MONTHS Come join us in our creative learning environment designed for curious, busy, on-the-go toddlers. Engage with other parents and a parent educator exploring toddler development, ways to expand learning at home, and encouraging language development. This is a non- separating class. New families may join any time as space permits. Mondays Sep 19-Dec 12* | 10 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $70 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EETONES02F22 *Not meeting Oct 17, Nov 14, Dec 5 Wednesdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:15am | $77 Handke Center Room 1 Door 6 | #EETONES01F22 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 37

EARLY CHILDHOOD MULTI-AGE TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS ► AGE 12 PARTICIPANT/SIBLING 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. Parents will discuss ways to support developmental milestones, ways to make learning fun EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children/siblings of and discipline techniques. This is a separating class. program participants by staff specifically trained in Early Childhood best practices. Please note: Participant/Sibling childcare is Tuesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $84 offered for the Handke Center classes only. Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EETODDL02F22 *Not meeting Oct 18 »  This is a pay-in-advance program. »  Registration is due by the Monday two weeks prior to when Tuesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 10:30am-12:00pm | $84 Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL04F22 care is needed. *Not meeting Oct 18 »  Changes to your child's attendance schedule are due Wednesdays Sep 21-Dec 14* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $77 by 11:59pm on Wednesday of the week prior to planned Zimmerman Elem Rm E104 Door 2 | #EETODDL07F22 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 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $77 registration deadline will be added to a waiting list. You will be Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL05F22 notified by email only if the site is able to accommodate the *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 request. Thursdays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $77 HOW DO I REGISTER? Rogers Elem Rm E106 Door 8 | #EETODDL08F22 *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 »  Register at https://isd728.ce.eleyo.com; payment is not due at time of registration. Fridays Sep 23-Dec 16* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Prairie View Elem Rm A108 Door 2 | #EETODDL06F22 »  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. Parents will discuss topics focused on Kindergarten »  Scheduled days can be completed weekly or monthly; you will preparation as well as topics selected by the group. This is a separating be invoiced weekly. class. PLEASE NOTE: »  Site staff cannot accept registrations, changes or cancellations. »  Care is offered for classes at Handke Center only. FEES: »  $3 per session (day) per child. Care is available for classes that have the Program Participant Childcare program icon next to the title or class. Thursdays Sep 22-Dec 15* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEPTHRE01F22 *Not meeting Oct 20, Nov 24 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates. 38 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

PLAY | NATURE EXPLORE CENTER EARLY CHILDHOOD HIKE WITH ECFE ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN 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 interest in the outdoors. Class will start with a grounding circle time and will then head out onto the trail to explore. We will meet rain or shine! Thursdays Sep 22-Oct 13 | 4 sessions | 3:00-4:00pm | $10 Woodland Trails Park Elk River | #EEKHIKE01F22 NEW! PLAY AND LEARN ► AGE 2 YEARS- NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN KINDERGARTEN ENTRY ENTRY Children learn best through play experiences, which are essential to a Come to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best- child's growth. In this class, we will spend time looking at the amazing kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger benefits of play in childhood. We will engage in playful activities with hunts, learn about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest) and relax our children and learn how to set up beneficial play activities at home. in the outdoors with stories and circle time! FREE admission; no Come prepared to laugh and enjoy your child's play and even have fun registration necessary. yourself! This is a non-separating class. Mondays Sep 19-Nov 7* | 7 sessions | 10:00-11:30am | $0 Mondays Sep 19-Dec 12* | 10 sessions | 10:30-11:45am | $70 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 Handke Center Room 10 Door 6 | #EEFPLLN01F22 *Not meeting Oct 17 *Not meeting Oct 17, Nov 14, Dec 5 NEW! NATURE CONNECTIONS ► AGE 3-8 MKIENSDSEYRAGRATRT►ENAEGNET1R2Y MONTHS- Looking for a way to start your morning with some outdoor-focused Calling all budding artists!! Let's explore different ways to create art. child time? Meet us on the Nature Explore Center at Handke to enjoy You and your child will experience different types of art -- all very fun outdoor play activities with your PreK-grade 2 student, including messy! Come dressed for fun creating; smocks will be available. movement and music, and sensory play. Get that valuable connection to nature before your school day begins. Tuesdays Sep 20-Dec 13* | 12 sessions | 2:30-3:30pm | $84 Tuesdays Sep 13-Oct 4 | 4 sessions | 8:00-8:45am | $0 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #EEPMA3601F22 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | #EEPNACO01F22 *Not meeting Oct 18 GRANDPARENTS ARE GREAT ► AGE 12 EXPERIENCE THIS! MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN Grandparenting can take many forms of involvement. Join us for KNIONTDSEORGSACRATREYN►ENATGREY BIRTH- activities, songs, and information on grandparenting. This will be a non-separating class to enjoy your grandchild(ren) for the entire time. Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Please register using child's name and birth date. Halloween fun! This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and family fun on our Nature Explore Thursdays Oct 13-Nov 17* | 5 sessions | 1:30-2:45pm | $35 Center! Non-scary costumes are allowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETGRAT01F22 and Friends of Sherburne Wildlife Refuge. Event is free, but *Not meeting Oct 20 please pre-register at www.isd728.org/ECFE-NotSoScary2022. Saturday Oct 29 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $0 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 39

EARLY CHILDHOOD PARENTING | SCREENING SINGLE PARENTS ► AGE BIRTH-12 YEARS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING Parenting solo? Take this opportunity to meet with other parents for Early Childhood Screening is an opportunity for parenting support and information, with time to engage in activities with children and their parents to participate in a free your child and connect with other families. health and developmental screening after their 3rd birthday. State law requires screening for all Wednesdays Sep 21-May 31* | 31 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $0 children starting preschool or kindergarten in a Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #ECSPARE01F22 public school, ideally at age 3. *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23, Dec 28, Jan 4, Feb 1, Apr 5 WHO NEEDS TO BE SCREENED? BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME All children living in District 728 who are 3, 4, or 5 years old and are not currently enrolled in Kindergarten need to participate in this free »  BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers who screening program before entering Kindergarten, or have an equivalent are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement because screening from a doctor. Children who attend Head Start or Early of negative behaviors. Childhood Special Education Services programs may not have to participate in Early Childhood Screening. »  BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills. REASONS TO SCREEN AT AGE 3 »  BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, »  Screening assists your child to be ready for Kindergarten. emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinate »  Health and developmental problems/concerns can be identified expertise and resources for success. earlier and help provided sooner; families may be referred to »  For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. community health and educational services including School »  BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a Readiness Preschool and ECFE. »  Screening is free, easy and good for your child. part of Wright County Family Service. IS SCREENING REQUIRED? YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT OR PARENTING TEENS Minnesota state law requires that your child must be screened for enrollment in a public school. Children are not permitted to enter public »  This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with information school without having Early Childhood Screening. If you are planning about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. to send your child to private or home school, the screening is not required by law; however, we still encourage you to participate. This is a »  It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be wonderful opportunity for you to find out how your child is developing. in school. IF YOUR CHILD HAS NOT ALREADY BEEN SCREENED »  For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High Be sure to set up an appointment before your child begins Discovery School. Learning Preschool; MN state law requires all children must be screened for enrollment in public school. »  Home visits are also available. »  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 Screenings are done by appointment only. You can schedule one online Rivers Community Foundation. at www.isd728.org/ecs-schedule or call 763-241-3525. You will first »  Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during the be asked to complete and submit online registration forms. You will then school year. schedule an in-person appointment. »  Classes are free. \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS »  This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at the ECFE center. »  Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, as well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child development, parenting and community resources. »  Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. »  There is no fee for home visits 40 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

DISCOVERY LEARNING CHILDCARE EARLY CHILDHOOD 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 2022-2023 school year, your child must be age 3 by Sep 1, 2022 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 list in the order of receipt and will be contacted as space becomes available. 7:00-9:15am or 3:15-5:30pm $12 7:00am-1:15pm or 11:15am-5:30pm $25 7:00-9:15am and 11:15am-5:30pm $32 The preschool wrap-around childcare 7:00am-1:15pm and 3:15-5:30pm $32 is so convenient, and my daughter 7:00am-5:30pm (non-school days) $44 has made many additional friends Discovery Learning sliding fee scale does not apply to EdVenture outside of her preschool class. Club-Childcare fees. District transportation to and from EdVenture Club- Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsible ~Participant Mother to transport when using EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 41

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPWREIMSCLHEOSOSLON20S22-2023 2022-2023 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 2022-2023 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 2022-2023 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 2022-2023 Discovery Learning Preschool can be found on page 43 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. 142 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

REGISTREACTFIOEN EXEPAERRILYENCCEHILDHOOD ECFE REGISTRATION WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL? If you need to cancel from a class, we will pro-rate the fee and HOW DO I REGISTER? issue a refund. There are no refunds for missed classes due 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. 2022-2023 ISD 728 Discovery Learning Sliding Fee Scale Household Size Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 $40,285+ $32,228-$40,284 $27,438-$32,227 $22,647-$27,437 0-$22,646 3 $50,784+ $40,627-$50,783 $34,588-$40,626 $28,549-$34,587 0-$28,548 4 $61,282+ $49,026-$61,281 $41,739-$49,025 $34,451-$41,738 0-$34,450 5 $71,781+ $57,425-$71,780 $43,889-$57,424 $40,353-$43,888 0-$40,352 6 $82,280+ $65,824-$82,279 $56,040-$65,823 $46,255-$56,039 0-$46,254 If more than 6 people, add this amount for $13,124 $10,499 $8,399 $7,151 $5,902 each additional person ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ Discovery Learning Reduced Tuition Full Fee 75% of Fee 50% of Fee 25% of Fee Waived Fee 2 day/2.5 hour $137/month $103/month $69/month $34/month $0/month + Parent/Child Night $1,233/year $927/year $621/year $306/year $0/year 3 day/2.5 hour $197/month $148/month $99/month $49/month $0/month $1,773/year $1,332/year $891/year $441/year $0/year 4 day/2.5 hour $269/month $202/month $135/month $67/month $0/month $2,421/year $1,818/year $1,215/year $603/year $0/year 4 day/6.5 hour $810/month $608/month $405/month $203/month $0/month $7,290/year $5,472/year $3,645/year $1,827/year $0/year 5 day/2.5 hour $334/ month $251/month $167/month $84/month $0/month $3,006/year $2,259/year $1,503/year $756/year $0/year Please Note: Sibling Care is offered during parent days schedule at the Handke Center for siblings of the child attending Discovery Learning Preschool. See page 38 for registration information. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 43

YOUTH EDVENTURE CLUB NON-SCHOOL DAYS EDVENTURE CLUB Childcare for non-school days is still available NON-SCHOOL DAYS for 2022-2023 school year. Register today! SAFE CONVENIENT FUN AFFORDABLE Non-school days are offered on days that ►WEDNESDAY NOV 23 | GOBBLE, GOBBLE! school is not in session due to time off for holidays or staff development. Fun enrichment When you think of turkeys, what comes to mind? We’ll investigate both activities are offered. Students are divided domestic and wild turkeys. by grade levels for the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical ►MONDAY DEC 5 | ME AND MY BIG MOUTH education, games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring a bag Monsters don’t need to be scary, and these surprise big-mouth monster crafts are the perfect proof of that! lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. Activities are held 9:00am-3:00pm, with the sites open 6:00am-6:00pm. In REGISTRATION the event of low or high enrollment, sites may be combined or additional sites opened. EdVenture Club offers a discounted rate for additional Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for Non-School Days siblings for Non-School Days care. This discount will be applied by the Childcare at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. office at the time of invoicing. Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $48/first child ►MONDAY OCT 17 | MARSUPIALS Kangaroos, koalas, and wombats may not look the same, but they have NON-SCHOOL the same characteristics. Let’s spend time learning about these unique DAY LOCATIONS animals. ELK RIVER, grades K-5 ►TUESDAY OCT 18 | MERMAIDS AND MERMEN Meadowvale Elementary Time to flip your fins over some exciting and fun mermaid and merman Parker Elementary crafts and activities! Myth or real, either way, you will enjoy a day with these sea creatures. Twin Lakes Elementary ►WEDNESDAY OCT 19 | SKUNKS OTSEGO, grades K-4 In this fun class, we will discover that there is more to a skunk than its Otsego Elementary stink! Prairie View Elementary ►THURSDAY OCT 20 | FALL STEAM ROGERS, grades K-4 We often associate candy corn with autumn, so let’s explore ways to Rogers Elementary create and experiment using this whimsical symbol of fall. Hassan Elementary ►FRIDAY OCT 21 | IT’S FALL, Y'ALL! ZIMMERMAN, grades K-5 We will make Fall crafts on a crisp autumn day, including a fall wreath, Zimmerman Elementary pinecone art, and more. ►MONDAY NOV 14 | MAGICAL WANDS From Cinderella to Harry Potter, magical wands have delighted and fascinated us. Join us in this enchanting class as we create our own wands. BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE 2022-2023 Please note that EdVenture Club Before/After School Childcare program is full for the 2022-2023 school year. 44 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EDBVEEFNOTRUER/EAFCTLEURBS-ICNHCOLOELMCEHNITLDWCEAARTEHEREXPERYIOEUNCTEH EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER Inclement Weather Care is offered at Hassan, Parker and CARE/SCHOOL CANCELLED Zimmerman Elementary Schools on days school is cancelled Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled is offered from 6:30am- due to inclement weather. Pre-registration is required. 6:00pm at Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools on days school is cancelled due to inclement weather. To be eligible to attend, families must pre-register and must pre-pay for 3 days. 3-Day Fee: $123 first child; $109 additional child(ren) in family ► EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE ► REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND POLICIES FOR PROGRAM ALERTS CAN BE FOUND: INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE »  With the District weather notifications »  On the EdVenture Club Facebook page: To be eligible to attend, families must pre-register and pre-pay for 3 days of Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled; registration deadline is www.facebook.com/728EdventureClub November 4, 2022 for the 2022-2023 school year. »  On the Community Education website www.728communityed. »  On days school is cancelled due to inclement weather, sites will com in the @CE728ALERT Twitter feed. open at 6:30am. EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION! »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled, but decide NOT to use care on a snow day, you will Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for EdVenture Club- NOT be refunded your pre-payment. Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled and/or Inclement Weather Care/2-hour Late Start at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-InclementWeather. »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled and there are less than 3 snow days during the school REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR year, your credit card will be refunded on approximately May 1 for INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE IS the days not used. NOVEMBER 4, 2022! »  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. ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 1425

AQUATICS LESSONS EXPERIENCE CONFIDENCE PROGRESS ONE-ON-ONE TIME 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 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB01F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB02F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 4:30-4:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN01F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWB03F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCTN02F22 PARENT/TOT: WATER ACCLIMATION ► AGE 2-4 W/PARENT LITTLE SWIMMERS ► AGE 3+ Parent/Tot: Water Acclimation teaches swimming readiness skills while Our Little Swimmers level is the perfect introduction to the basic skills building confidence in the water. Children will be introduced to flutter necessary for swimming. The goal is to get your student comfortable kicks, front and back floats, jumping in, and glides. All skills are done with the water, being held, and going underwater. Focus is on with parent/guardian assistance; a parent/guardian must accompany independent water entry/exit, rolling over, jumping to an instructor, their student in the pool at each class. There are no prerequisites. underwater bobs, front and back floats. There are no prerequisites for Children who are not toilet trained should wear swim diapers. this class. Parents/guardians are welcome to participate in the water with their student. Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $55 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA01F22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS01F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 5:30-5:55pm | $55 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 2:30-2:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA02F22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS02F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $55 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 3:30-3:55pm | $55 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLCPCWA03F22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVLS03F22 We really enjoyed this class. I felt it was beneficial and went beyond just bouncing in the pool with our little one but really allowed us to start practicing skills for swimming and comfort in water! ~Greta D. 46 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

YOUTLHESSONS AQUATICS 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 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 3:00-3:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL101F22 Sunday Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL102F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 Swim lessons for young children are a great VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL103F22 first step towards water safety. 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 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 2:00-2:50pm | $89 »  Front glide 2 yards rolling into VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL301F22 a back float »  Back glide for 2 yards rolling into a front float Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $89 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 4:00-4:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL201F22 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL302F22 Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 LEVEL 4: ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE ► AGE 4+ VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL202F22 Level 4 improves student's proficiency in swimming strokes and builds on endurance. Student must have passed Level 3, or meet the following prerequisites to participate: »  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 28-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:50pm | $89 BEFORE ENTERING THE POOL VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL401F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 47

AQUATICS LESSONS | ACTIVITIES 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 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 5:00-5:50pm | $89 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLLLVL501F22 PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees. These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ of swim lessons. Focus will be on individual goals. Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees! Sundays Sep 25-Oct 30 | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $179 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV01F22 Sundays Sep 25-Oct 30 | 6 sessions | 3:00-3:25pm | $179 Pay at the door: VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLPPRIV02F22 $5/day or $40/10-day pass SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS ► ALL AGES Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm | $5 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level VANDENBERGE POOL of swim lessons. Focus will be on individual goals in a group of two or three students. Lessons and Pool Activities are held at VandenBerge MS | 948 Proctor Rd Elk River Sundays Sep 25-Oct 30 | 6 sessions | 2:00-2:25pm | $125 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI01F22 »  Only swim wear permitted in the pool. »  Spectator seating is open during lessons and Sundays Sep 25-Oct 30 | 6 sessions | 7:00-7:25pm | $125 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QLSSEMI02F22 open swim, unless restricted by COVID Stay Safe Guidelines. OPEN SWIM ► ALL AGES »  Showers are required by all participants before entering the pool. Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! Play »  Use of water wings, floating toys, rafts, inner tubes, games, practice swim skills, or just splash around. Open swim is lifeguard- life jackets, etc. is not allowed. supervised for all ages. Children 6 and under who cannot swim 20 yards »  Shoes MAY NOT be worn on pool deck by must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One to three children participants or spectators. age 6 or under per adult in the water. All children wearing diapers must »  No food or beverages are allowed on pool deck or in wear swim diapers. Groups of 10+, please call ahead: (763) 241-3520 spectator seating area. weekdays only. Pay at the door: $5/person; $15/family (max 6 w/adult in water) Sundays Sep 25-Nov 13 | 8 sessions | 12:30-2:00pm VandenBerge MS Pool Door M 48 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com

EXPERIENCE LITTLE LEARNERS YOUTH FAMILY TIME FRIENDSHIPS ENGAGING CLASSES MCOOONKTIHESD-EKCINODREARTGINAGRTPEANRTEYN►TRYAWGE/P1A2RENT DANCE: JAZZ & HIP HOP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-4 Come to our kitchen and use your creativity to decorate pre-purchased Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz! You'll sugar cookies! You and your young culinary artist(s) will enjoy all the dance to the latest beats while working on body isolations, bounce, learning experiences that come with mixing colors, using different rhythm and movements influenced by some of today's hottest celebrities textures, shapes, and more! Plus, you will be taking home cookies to and dance choreographers. Classes are planned per age group and share or to eat yourselves! When registering, please use your child's increase in skill work at each level. Students should wear proper dance name. Fee includes parent. attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top and bottom with comfortable shoes. Hair should be pulled back. Saturday Oct 29 | 1 session | 10:00-11:15am Thursdays Sep 15-Nov 17 | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:00pm | $69 $19 One Child/$29 Two Children/$39 Three Children/$49 Four Children Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPA01F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY01F22 Thursdays Dec 1-Feb 23* | 10 sessions | 4:30-5:00pm | $69 Saturday Dec 17 | 1 session | 10:00-11:15am Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADHIPA02F22 $19 One Child/$29 Two Children/$39 Three Children/$49 Four Children *Not meeting Dec 22, 29, Feb 2 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY02F22 DANCE: BALLET & TAP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-4 GKIRNADTEERFGUALRFTOERNGERNATNRDYPWA/RGERNATNSD! P►ARAEGNET(2S-) Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an This class is designed especially for preschoolers and their important atmosphere of discovery and fun. Develop confidence, coordination, grandparents! Spend time together creating simple arts and crafts musicality and classroom etiquette through simple imaginative projects as we celebrate the important role grandparents play in the lives exercises, creative routines and dance terminology. Classes are planned of their grandchildren! Fee includes grandparent(s). per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Students should wear proper dance attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top and bottom. Fall-Themed Craft Hair should be pulled back. Please bring both ballet and tap shoes. Saturday Sep 10 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am $15 One Child/$25 Two Children/$35 Three Children Mondays Sep 12-Nov 28* | 10 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $69 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01F22 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA01F22 *Not meeting Oct 17, 31 Thanksgiving Craft Saturday Nov 19 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am Mondays Dec 5-Mar 6* | 10 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $69 $15 One Child/$25 Two Children/$35 Three Children Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA02F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP02F22 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2, 16, Feb 20 DANCE: JAZZ & TAP - LEVEL 1 ► AGE 3-4 ATTENTION! Your little dancer will have the opportunity to explore the worlds of both Dance students should wear proper dance tap and jazz in this new class! We will focus on the magical rhythms of attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top tap and the energizing, upbeat form of jazz. Not only will students learn and bottom. Hair should be pulled back. fundamental dancing techniques, they will also improve large and small Join ANYTIME during the sessions! motor skills! Saturdays Sep 17-Nov 19 | 10 sessions | 8:15-8:45am | $69 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ashley | #YADTJ3401F22 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com 49

YOUTH LITTLE LEARNERS NEW! BUILD YOUR OWN SENSORY BIN ► AGES 3+ WITH PARENT Sensory bins offer opportunities for learning and endless hours of open play time for your young one. Don't miss this chance to help your little one create their very own sensory bin. Each kit includes a bin with lid, filler, learning manipulative's based around a monthly theme, and bubble tongs or tweezers. Fall Theme Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 9:00-9:30am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN01F22 Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 9:15-9:45am | $29 Create and take home your own Sensory Bin kits! Each kit Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN02F22 includes a bin with lid, filler, learning manipulative's based around a monthly theme, and bubble tongs or tweezers. Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 9:30-10:00am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN03F22 KARATE ► AGE 4-6 Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 9:45-10:15am | $29 Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN04F22 responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's education Saturday Sep 17 | 1 session | 10:00-10:30am | $29 and see how they benefit. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN05F22 Construction Theme Tue/Thu Sep 13-22 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 9:00-9:30am | $29 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4601F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN06F22 Tue/Thu Oct 6-18 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 9:15-9:45am | $29 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4602F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN07F22 Tue/Thu Dec 6-15 | 4 sessions | 6:00-6:30pm | $39 Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 9:30-10:00am | $29 Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4603F22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN08F22 MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 9:45-10:15am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN09F22 Campers will get to ride a real horse, meet and learn about the different horses, and learn how to groom the horses -- all with a focus on safety! Saturday Oct 15 | 1 session | 10:00-10:30am | $29 In addition, campers will create an art project and have an opportunity to Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN10F22 make horse treats to feed their new four-legged friends! Class fee includes parent and child, and parent/guardian remains with their camper during the Winter Wonderland Theme camp. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 9:00-9:30am | $29 pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. ASTM/SEI Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN11F22 certified helmets provided. Camps are held rain or shine. Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center is located at 6612 189th Lane NW in Nowthen. Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 9:15-9:45am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN12F22 Saturday Oct 8 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $64 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT01F22 Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 9:30-10:00am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN13F22 Saturday Nov 12 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $64 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT02F22 Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 9:45-10:15am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN14F22 Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $64 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | #YGHLITT03F22 Saturday Dec 10 | 1 session | 10:00-10:30am | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEESBIN15F22 50 ISD 728 COMMUNITY EDUCATION | 763.241.3520 | www.728communityed.com