Otsego Winter Community Booklet

OTSEGO Winter | Spring 2020 community Quality educational, enrichment and recreation classes for preschool children, youth & adults in the Otsego community. www.728communityed.com 2

table of contents early childhood Featured Event: pages 2-4 CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR ► GRADES 9-12 Early Childhood Family Education • Have you ever wondered what the future holds for you? This Career Discovery Learning Preschool • Exploration Fair can help you discover career options and point you in Little Learners • Parenting the right direction! Gather information and talk with professionals in a variety of fields including education, science and engineering, parks and recreation, public services, health care, large and small businesses, youth, K-12 military, technology, law enforcement, marketing and communication, finance, accounting, law, transportation and more. You can also get pages 5-11 information about job shadowing opportunities. Admission is free, but please RSVP at www.isd728.org/Career-Fair-2020. Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics Monday Feb 24 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $0 • Academics • Aquatics • Crescendo Handke Center Gym Door 5 • High School • Special Interest • Little Learners NOW LOOKING FOR CAREER VENDORS! adult If you are interested in sharing your career path, contact us at 763.241.3520 or [email protected]. pages 12-13 our mission Fitness • Trips • Arts • General Interest • Hobby • Finance • Health & Safety • To build community through citizen Parenting • Technology • GED involvement and lifelong learning while • Adult Basic Education educating, inspiring and empowering • English as a Second Language ALL of our learners across ISD 728. registration page 14 View the Winter/Spring brochure online at www.728communityed.com or pick one up at your local school or business. 1 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

etaabrlelyofcchoilndtheonotsd YOGA CALM® ► AGE 3-5 W/ADULT YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT OR PARENTING TEENS Discover the five principles of Yoga Calm® and the tools needed to help us stay calm and regulated in a stressful world! Both children and grown-ups will par- »» This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with ticipate in the activities that include mindfulness, breath work, and yoga-based information about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community movement to stay present in the here and now with kindness and curiosity. Yoga resources. Calm® is a registered trademark of Still Moving Yoga, LLC. All rights reserved. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket, if possible, and a comfort item for you and »» It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be your child. Class may be held outside periodically, so dress for the weather. in school. Fridays Jan 17-Mar 6* | 6 sessions | 11:00am-12:00pm | $15 »» For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EEPYOGA01W20 school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High School. *Not meeting Feb 7, 14 »» Home visits are also available. Saturdays Jan 18-Mar 7* | 6 sessions | 9:30-11:00am | $15 »» This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EEPYOGA02W20 *Not meeting Feb 8, 15 High School and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS »» Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during the school year. »» This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at »» Classes are free. the ECFE center. Valentine’ »» Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, as well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child Saturday, Feb 8 development, parenting and community resources. 11:00am-2:00pm Handke Center EVFERNETE! »» Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. »» There is no fee for home visits. Food l Games l Prizes l Book Fair BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR RSVP www.isd728.org/ECFE-Valentines-Carnival-2020 SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME »» BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers who are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement because of negative behaviors. »» BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills. »» BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinate expertise and resources for success. »» For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. »» BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a part of Wright County Family Service. 2 2Fall 2015 • Register on7li6n3e-2a4t1w-3w5w20.72•8cRoemgimsteurnoitnyelinde.caotmww•w.776238-c2o4m1-3m5u2n0ityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020

early childhood DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL ► AGES 3-5 Choosing the right preschool program is essential for giving your child the tools needed to be successful in school and in life. 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 focused on improving school readiness. A 4-star rating is an indicator a program is using the best practices to prepare children for Kindergarten. ► DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL: »» Is staffed by professionally-trained, caring teachers. »» Offers customized preschool experiences for your child in a safe and fun environment. »» Is part of the school district and has access to the district’s resources. »» Is conveniently offered in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman with a variety of daytime programming. »» Offers a transportation option to/from school. If your home address is within the ISD 728 boundaries, you can choose transportation for your child to morning or afternoon preschool classes for an additional fee. Transportation is provided by Vision Transportation, the vendor for all district busing. Transportation requests are processed by the Early Childhood office. For additional information, contact the Discovery Learning Preschool office at 763-241-3524. »» Offers childcare services to extend your child’s experience with Discovery Learning Preschool. Childcare is available at all Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. See page 4 for more information about EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare. ► COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM AND UNPARALLELED RESULTS Discovery Learning Preschool has revolutionized its curriculum and embedded core fundamentals in all of the classrooms. Overall opportunities for learning are provided through individual and group times. Literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts, technology, and process skills are part of the program curriculum, all while having FUN! ISD 728 Discovery Learning Preschool is seeing unprecedented results with their customized classroom experiences. Four-year-old students are tested and compared to peers across the state. The results speak for themselves; our preschool program is successful and prepares your child for a successful K-12 experience and provides the tools needed to become a fluent reader by grade three. ► PARENT EDUCATION AND INVOLVEMENT Core to our program is parent education. A professional and highly trained Parent Educator is assigned to each classroom. The Parent Ed component focuses not only on the child’s experience in preschool, but the family as a whole. ► REGISTER FOR THE 2019-2020 (CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR) DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL CLASSES If you are interested in applying for Discovery Learning Preschool 2019-2020, please contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. A $49 non- refundable deposit is due at the time of registration (or will be waived if requesting fee assistance). You will need to provide family and child information, emergency contact information, medical info (allergies, asthma, etc.) and Early Childhood Screening information when registering. If applying for reduced or waived tuition, income information and verification is required; income guidelines are provided when registering online. If you need more information, or would like to visit one of our classrooms to meet a Parent Educator or preschool staff member, contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL 2020 2021 The 2020-2021 (next school year) Discovery Learning Preschool brochure will be mailed to ISD 728 residents with children age 3-4 in mid-January 2020. www.728communityed.com 3 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhood EARLY CHILDHOOD EDVENTURE CLUB CHILDCARE - DISCOVERY SCREENING LEARNING SCHOOL YEAR Early Childhood Screening is an With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, opportunity for children and their parents EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning provides a quality program that to participate in a free health and complements the Discovery Learning Preschool curriculum and extends developmental screening after their 3rd your child’s preschool experience. Childcare is available at most birthday. State law requires screening for Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. all children entering public school Kindergarten, ideally at age 3. For the 2019-20 school year, your child must be age 3 by September 1, WHO NEEDS TO BE SCREENED? 2019 and they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. When registering for childcare, you choose the times that work All children living in District 728 who are 3, 4, or 5 years old and are not best for your schedule. Registration is due on Monday the week prior to currently enrolled in Kindergarten need to participate in this free screening attendance. This program is eligible for county assistance. Sliding fee program before entering Kindergarten, or have an equivalent screening scale does not apply to this EdVenture Club program. from a doctor. Children who attend Head Start or Early Childhood Special Education Services programs may not have to participate in Early Your child is escorted between our childcare program and the Discovery Childhood Screening. Learning classroom by our staff. Snacks will be provided in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring a lunch if they are attending REASONS TO SCREEN AT AGE 3 during lunch or the full day. Transportation to and from EdVenture Club- Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsible »» Screening assists your child to be ready for Kindergarten. to transport when using EdVenture Club. »» Health and developmental problems/concerns can be identified If you have additional questions about the EdVenture Club-Discovery earlier and help provided sooner; families may be referred to Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club community health and educational services including School office at 763-241-3544. Registration for 2019-2020 is open at Readiness Preschool and ECFE. www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. »» Screening is free, easy and good for your child. DISCOVERY LEARNING EDVENTURE CLUB RATES WHAT HAPPENS DURING SCREENING AND WHAT Otsego and Prairie View Elementary - 2019-2020 DOES IT INCLUDE? 7:00-9:00am $10 The parent attends the entire screening process with their child. The screening appointment includes a speech and developmental 11:30am-5:30pm $22 progress review by a screening specialist and a review of your child's vision, hearing, height, weight and immunization history with a health 7:00-9:00am and 11:30am-5:30pm $28 professional. The parent/s will participate in a family factors interview to review the screening process and talk about any concerns they may have, and finish with a summary interview. IS SCREENING REQUIRED? Minnesota state law requires that your child must be screened for enrollment in a public school. Children are not permitted to enter public school without having Early Childhood Screening and up-to- date immunizations. If you are planning 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 wonderful opportunity for you to find out how your child is developing. SCHEDULE A SCREENING APPOINTMENT TODAY! Screenings are done by appointment only. You can schedule an appointment online at www.isd728.org/ecs-schedule, or call 763-241-3525. 7:00am-5:30pm (non-school days) $38 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 4

youth EDVENTURE CLUB ► GRADES K-5 EDVENTURE CLUB - NON-SCHOOL DAYS MORE THAN CHILDCARECONVENIENTFUN Fun enrichment activities and outings are offered on days that school is AFFORDABLE not in session for grades K-5. Students are divided by grade levels for the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education, SAFE games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring a bag lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. EdVenture Club is a unique program that combines These activities, held 9:00am-3:00pm, are planned in a day camp format; the sites are open 6:00am-6:00pm. Please note: In the event of low or fun enrichment activities with extended hours for high enrollment, sites may be combined or additional sites opened. your convenience! EdVenture Club provides a quality MONDAY JAN 20 | DREAMS AND MLK extended day experience that complements the We’ll take this day to remember Dr. Martin Luther King’s dreams and create a few of our own through crafts and conversations. school day and includes enrichment activities for MONDAY JAN 27 | MERFOLK reading and math, physical education, science, art Deep in the ocean lies a mythical creature, or is it creatures? Explore the and more for grades K-6. mysterious creatures of the ocean, and create a few Merfolk to take home. Morning Program: MONDAY FEB 17 | TEAM BUILDING GAMES Students attend between 6:00am and school starting time Monday through Friday. A variety of games, cards, gym time, playground, and Learn skills through fun and silly games to help you work and play with other choices are available. Enrichment activities are planned up to 3 other students and adults. times per week. Snack and juice are provided daily. FRIDAY MAR 20 | MARCH WEATHER Afternoon Program: Students can attend after school until 6:00pm Monday-Friday. Each March weather is full of changes, some good and some not-so-good. day includes enrichment activities as well as a snack and juice. See Learn why March is a special weather month in the United States. schedule at your site for weekly activities. THURSDAY MAR 26 | PAPER TAKES FLIGHT OTSEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL How many years have people been creating paper airplanes? Learn some 6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm history about paper airplanes, then be ready to fold and fly a few of your own. 1 day/week $16 1 day/week $18 FRIDAY MAR 27 | SATURN 2 days/week $25 2 days/week $30 What’s with all those rings? And how many moons does Saturn have, anyway? We will try to answer these questions and more about the 3 days/week $32 3 days/week $36 sixth planet from the sun. 4 days/week $38 4 days/week $42 THURSDAY APR 9 | GROWING 5 days/week $44 5 days/week $48 How many things can you think of that grow? Some take a longer time to grow than others; does a vegetable grow at the same rate as a PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL flower? Let’s take a look at the things that are growing around us. 6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm MONDAY APR 13 | TAKE A BATH 1 day/week $14 1 day/week $18 Do all animals use water to take a bath? What are some different ways animals bathe? Let’s find out! Plus, we’ll discover some other unique 2 days/week $21 2 days/week $30 habits animals have! 3 days/week $27 3 days/week $36 REGISTRATION 4 days/week $34 4 days/week $42 Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for Non-School Days Childcare at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. 5 days/week $38 5 days/week $48 Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $40/first child; $34 additional child(ren) in family Sibling Discount Additional students in a family profile will receive a 10% discount. LOCATIONS EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE Otsego Elementary Prairie View Elementary/Middle School EDVENTURE CLUB-NON SCHOOL DAYS Otsego Elementary Prairie View Elementary/Middle School 5 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS PRAIRIE FIRE THEATRE: PINOCCHIO ► AGE 7-16 The Crescendo Music Program provides individual music lessons to students from Kindergarten through adulthood. Successfully running From the Enchanted Forest of the Blue Fairy to the Isle of Fun, follow for over 20 years, we take the hassle and stress out of the student Pinocchio's adventures as he learns what it means to be a real boy. experience by providing all of the necessary tools for high quality lessons at a reasonable price. We offer a well-rounded program Mon-Sat Apr 13-18 | 4:30-8:45pm | $79 for musicians at any level. Our school-year program consists of Elk River HS Little Theater Door H | #YATPNCO01P20 approximately 30 half-hour private lessons meeting weekly from mid-September through mid-May. Music is purchased for students Rehearsals: as lessons progress. Performance opportunities and an end of the Monday Apr 13 | 4:30-6:30pm* year recital are offered to showcase student achievement. Lessons Tue-Thu Apr 14-16 | 4:30-8:45pm are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background-checked *Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for program information. professionals. Private Lessons: $711 per school year payable in *Some cast members will stay until 8:30pm for rehearsal. monthly installments of $79. Instruments tentatively available: guitar, percussion, piano, strings, voice, and ukulele. For additional program information and to complete an interest form visit https://www.isd728. org/Crescendo_Music. Mon-Thu Sep 12-May 21* | $711 or $79/month Performances*: Handke Center Music Room Door 5 Friday Apr 17 | 7:30pm *Not meeting dates will be shared at registration Saturday Apr 18 | 11:00am *A third show may be added depending on the number of participants. LADYBUG MUSIC CLASS ► AGE INFANT-5 YEARS W/PARENT NEW! IMAGINATION STATION ► AGE 3-6 This music class exposes families to wonderfully eclectic music in an environment that encourages participation and silliness through singing, Does your child like acting and pretending to be someone else by instruments, dance and more! Little ones will express themselves and changing their voice, their facial expression or the way they walk? Join discover their creativity using their bodies and voices, linking their joy us for some fun theater exercises and games. Students will use their and excitement for music to their parents and caregivers. A Ladybug imagination to expand on some of their favorite stories! Music CD and digital downloads are included with the class. Siblings of registered students who are 6 months and under are free! Monday Apr 13 | 1 session | 9:15am-10:00am | $15 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Homeward Bound Theatre Company Thursdays Jan 16-Feb 20 | 6 sessions | 5:30-6:10pm #YEAHBIS01P20 $99 1 child w/parent; $148.50 2 children/parent; $198 3 children/parent Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ladybug Music | #YEMLADY01W20 NEW! CRAZY FAIRY TALES ► GRADES 3-5 Thursdays Feb 27-Apr 2 | 6 sessions | 5:30-6:10pm What happens when you take well-known fairy tales such as Cinderella, $99 1 child w/parent; $148.50 2 children/parent; $198 3 children/parent Snow White, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood and Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ladybug Music | #YEMLADY02W20 mix them up? Act out the characters that have been taken from their familiar settings and suddenly placed into new settings, or are now Thursdays Apr 16-May 21 | 6 sessions | 5:30-6:10pm good instead of evil! These crazy fairy tales will help you think outside $99 1 child w/parent; $148.50 2 children/parent; $198 3 children/parent of the box and develop your creative side! Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ladybug Music | #YEMLADY01P20 Thursdays Jan 16-30 | 3 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $55 Prairie View E/MS Choir Rm 145 Door 1 | Homeward Bound Theatre Company #YATTALE02W20 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 6

youth NEW! COZY FLEECE BLANKET ► GRADES 1-5 NEW! EXPLORE THE DESERT THROUGH ART ► GRADES K-5 Everyone loves tied fleece blankets because they are soft, warm and cozy! Why not spend an afternoon creating your own? Discover how to Paint, draw and sculpt your way through the beauty of the desert while make an easy no-sew tied blanket! The blanket will be double sided and exploring different art techniques. Draw a succulent garden, paint a desert 1.5 yards long. sunset, sculpt a camel at an oasis, and create a personalized succulent sign. Take home a new project each week. No experience necessary. Wednesday Jan 22 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $25 Otsego Elem Media Door 4 | #YAFCFLB01W20 Tuesdays Apr 21-May 12 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $65 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | Knight | #YAPDSRT04P20 Wednesday Feb 5 | 1 session | 3:30-4:45pm | $25 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | #YAFCFLB07W20 Tuesdays Apr 21-May 12 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:45pm | $65 Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | Knight | #YAPDSRT03P20 NEW! WINTER WONDERLAND ► GRADES K-5 NEW! THE ART OF NATURE ► GRADES K-5 Unleash your inner artist! Paint, draw, and sculpt your way through winter. Have fun learning to draw ice skating penguins and sculpting Let creativity flow and grow as you make spring come to life! Expand an adorable snowman. Discover new painting techniques while using your creative potential and have fun exploring mixed media techniques watercolors! Bring home a new project each week! including drawing, painting, and sculpture! Each artist will bring home a new spring-themed project every week. Tuesdays Feb 4-25 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $65 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | Knight | #YAPWNDR04W20 Tuesdays Mar 10-31 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $65 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | Knight | #YAPGROW04P20 Tuesdays Feb 4-25 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:45pm | $65 Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | Knight | #YAPWNDR03W20 Tuesdays Mar 10-31 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:45pm | $65 Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | Knight | #YAPGROW03P20 EXPERIENCE THIS! NEW! CANVAS FUN: CATS IN LOVE ► GRADES K-5 NEW! SPRING COOKIE DECORATING SOCIAL ► GRADES 3-5 Love is in the air! And you'll love this project! Paint a sweet silhouette of two cats with acrylic paint on a 9x12\" stretched canvas. Make art you can eat when you learn the art of cookie decorating! We'll guide you step-by-step through outlining, flooding and adding Monday Feb 3 | 1 session | 3:30-4:30pm | $25 simple details as you decorate 6 season-themed cookies. You'll go Prairie View E/MS Art Rm Door 1 | KidzArt Staff | #YAPCATS04W20 home with your OWN set of 6 cookies and a special gift. No previous decorating skills are necessary. Wednesday Apr 22 | 1 session | 3:30-5:30pm | $45* Prairie View E/MS FACS Rm 218 Door 1 | Fogelson | #YAUJFSP02P20 *USE PROMO CODE COOKIE10 AND SAVE $10 ON COOKIE DECORATING SOCIAL CLASSES! 7 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth CANVAS FUN: SPRING BUNNY ► GRADES K-5 Let's celebrate spring by painting a bunny and daffodils on an 8x20\" canvas with acrylic paints! We'll lead you step-by-step through creating a work of art that will remind you of spring all year long! Wednesday Apr 22 | 1 session | 4:15-5:15pm | $25 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | KidzArt Staff | #YAPBUNY04P20 NON-SCHOOL DAY! EXTREME ROBOTICS NEW! SCIENCE EXPLORERS' THE SCIENCE OF ► GRADES 3-8 SLIME ► GRADES K-5 Experience Extreme Robotics! Working in small teams you will construct Explore the science behind slime! Investigate why slime is delightfully and program smart robots! Explore foundational building and discover bouncy, stretchy, sticky and moldable while you discover the science new programming concepts through new sensors, motors and special side of STEM. Explore polymers and activators while making Glow Slime technics components. Please bring a drink and snack. and Silly Putty. This class is more than hands-on...it's hands IN! Come prepared to have fun and get messy. Monday Jan 20 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $55 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | #YTSEROB01W20 Thursday Feb 27 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Otsego Elem Art Rm Door 4 | Science Explorers | #YTSSESL01P20 ENGINEERING FOR KIDS JR STEM CLUB WINTER SESSION ► GRADES K-3 ENGINEERING FOR KIDS JR STEM CLUB SPRING SESSION ► GRADES K-3 Engineering is everywhere! Your student will experience four different areas of engineering: Your student will experience four different areas of engineering and create projects that demonstrate the topic each week. »» Aerospace Engineering: Twirling Helicopters – Students will create a paper flyer that moves like the blades of a helicopter. »» Coding Unplugged: My Robotic Friends - Using symbols in place of code, students will design algorithms to instruct a robot to stack »» Electrical Engineering: It's Magic! No, It's Static! – Using static cups in different patterns. electricity, students will make their own magic! »» Mechanical Engineering Spinner - Students will create a spinner »» Environmental Engineering: Anemometer is a study of wind toy and focus on momentum. speed. »» Industrial Engineering Simple Machines Levers - Students will »» Mechanical Engineering: Ooze Diffuse! – Session will examine explore the world of simple machines as tools. the concept of force using a fantastic oozing slime ball that students create! »» Chemical Engineering - Lava Lamp - Students will examine density and buoyancy while they create their own lava lamp Mondays Feb 3-Mar 2 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $99 Otsego Elem Media Door 4 | Engineering for Kids STEM | #YTSSTW104W20 Monday Apr 20-May 11 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $99 *Not meeting Feb 17 Otsego Elem Media Door 4 | Engineering for Kids STEM #YTSSTP104P20 Fridays Feb 7-28 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $99 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | Engineering for Kids STEM Fridays Apr 24-May 15 | 4 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $99 #YTSSTW102W20 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | Engineering for Kids STEM #YTSSTP102P20 ATTENTION! If attending an after school class, please send permission to school informing staff that your student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school and should be picked up from EdVenture Club promptly after the class ends. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 8

youth TUTORING ► GRADES K-8 ISD 728 Community Education partners with Academic All-Star Tutoring (AAST) to provide one-on-one tutoring sessions that are tailored to fit individual needs. Individual lessons encourage interactive learning and student success. Help your student gain confidence and take control of their academic performance in a fun, encouraging environment with trained and highly-skilled professionals. Please complete the online Tutoring Information Form at www.isd728.org/CE-Tutoring. $349-6 Sessions SPRING FLING BASH ► GRADES 5-6 $495-9 Sessions $649-12 Sessions Join your friends for a night of games, dancing or just hanging out! $939-18 Sessions Concessions are available, so bring some spending money. Student ID required at check-in. Parents, please do not drop off your child before NON-SCHOOL DAY! HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ 6:00pm, and be at the school by 8:00pm for pick-up. Drop off and pick up at Door T. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Contact Gary Pioske Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility to at [email protected]. Free admission and concession item for make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as severe your student when you volunteer! Pre-registration required; registration weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend time deadline is Monday, Mar 30. asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should be aware of. Friday, Apr 3 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $5 Salk MS Commons Door T | #YVPFLNG01P20 Monday Feb 17 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $29 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YHHASHA01W20 EXPERIENCE THIS! BABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ Are you new to babysitting or looking for ways to polish your skills? Gain the knowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop safe, fun and educational activities while focusing on preventing accidents, learning to care for children of various ages and taking care of yourself. Please bring a bag lunch. Parents are encouraged to participate in the last 15 minutes of this class. NON-SCHOOL DAY! Monday Jan 27 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST02W20 Saturday Feb 15 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST03W20 Saturday Mar 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YHBBBST02P20 PLEASE NOTE: AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS The decision on whether a class will run is ISD 728 Community Education is proud to offer the American Red made 3-5 days before the class start date. Cross Swimming and Water Safety program, which combines Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel the best in swim instruction with an even stronger emphasis on drowning prevention and water safety - ideal for anyone who a class you are hoping to take. wants to enjoy the water safely, regardless of age, level, or skill. View available lessons online at www.728communityed.com. 9 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth NON-SCHOOL DAY! PLAY HOOKY DAY MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK ► GRADES 6-8 ► GRADES K-12 W/ADULT Track offers something for everyone! You can race, hurdle, jump or \"AM I AS BORED AS YOU ARE?\" (Now read that backwards.) Play throw as part of the team. Schedule includes up to three meets per Hooky days are designed for you and your kids to spend quality time season with transportation provided for the away meets. Meets are together on the slopes at Powder Ridge! No gear? No problem! Want weather-permitting and may or may not be rescheduled. Schedule will to save a few bucks? We've got you covered! Your registration fee be available the first week of practice. includes lift ticket, helmet, skis, poles and boot rentals. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Transportation is not Mon-Thu Apr 20-May 20 | 19 sessions | 3:00-5:00pm | $139 provided. Registration deadline is Jan 13 for the Jan 20 trip, and Feb Rogers MS Gym Door A | #YMTMSTR01P20 10 for the Feb 17 trip. Monday Jan 20 | 1 session | 10:00am-9:00pm | $49 Powder Ridge Ski Resort Kimball MN | Pioske | #RVTHOOK01W20 Monday Feb 17 | 1 session | 10:00am-9:00pm | $49 Powder Ridge Ski Resort Kimball MN | Pioske | #RVTHOOK02W20 JETS SPRING CHEER CLINIC ► ENTERING GRADES 2-12 What's it like to be on a competition cheer team? Give it a try! Learn tumbling, motions, stunts and more at the Jets Spring Cheer Clinic. Tuesday Mar 24 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $25 CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR ► GRADES 9-12 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | #YMCCHER01P20 Have you ever wondered what the future holds for you? This Career JETS CHEER TRYOUT CLINIC ► GRADES 2-11 Exploration Fair can help you discover career options and point you in the right direction! Gather information and talk with professionals in a Don't miss the chance to try out for the Jets Competition Cheer Team! variety of fields including education, science and engineering, parks and recreation, public services, health care, large and small businesses, Mon-Fri Apr 13-17* | 4 sessions | 5:00-7:00pm | $59 military, technology, law enforcement, marketing and communication, Handke Center Gym Door 5 | #YMCJETS01P20 finance, accounting, law, transportation and more. You can also get *Not meeting Apr 15 information about job shadowing opportunities. Admission is free, but please RSVP at www.isd728.org/Career-Fair-2020. Monday Feb 24 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $0 Handke Center Gym Door 5 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL RECREATION NOW LOOKING FOR CAREER VENDORS! OPPORTUNITIES AND INFORMATION? If you are interested in sharing your career path, contact us at 763.241.3520 or [email protected]. Otsego Parks & Recreation 763.235.3148 www.otsegoparksrec.com 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 10

youth ZAP THE ACT ► GRADES 10-12 ACT test scores are widely used in college admissions and scholarship decisions. In this workshop, students will learn strategies for improving in all four sub-tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the actual testing experience and get suggestions for individualized study. Seminars are designed to help students do their personal best on the ACT. A study guide and practice test workouts are included. Students should bring a calculator and two pencils. Mon/Tue Mar 9 & 10 | 2 sessions | 3:00-5:30pm | $94 DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+ Rogers HS Media Door 10 | Doorway To College | #YTCZACT01W20 Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start by DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of INFORMATION NIGHT Minnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-licensed and Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class, certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course classroom instruction. to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as lessons to help YOU be the best driving mentor you can be. Class is WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH free, but please register. COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Wednesday Jan 22 | 1 session | 4:30-6:00pm | $0 »» Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years Rogers HS Rm B102 Door 10 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01W20 of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual students. »» Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules. »» Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before they can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.) »» Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple times and locations throughout the year. Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction and are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised driving log. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. Also, watch your email, along with information sent home with your student, for important information regarding the Driving Log, the parent class and Behind the Wheel scheduling. View the Winter/Spring Complete Training Package: $339 brochure online at Payment plan available: $139 due at registration, $200 by last class Classroom instruction only: $100 www.728communityed.com Behind-the-Wheel training only: $280 (Call 763-241-3520 to register) or pick one up at your local school or business. Tue-Fri Jan 14-31* | 10 sessions | 3:00-6:00pm Rogers HS Rm B103 Door 10 | Hudson | #YHDDRIV01W20 *Not meeting Jan 17, 24 11 Mon-Fri Apr 14-28* | 10 sessions | 3:00-6:00pm Rogers HS Rm B103 Door 10 | O'Connell | #YHDDRIV01P20 *Please note: This class starts on a Tuesday *Not meeting Apr 16 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adult GROUP HYPNOSIS: STOP SMOKING Do you have the desire, but not the will power, to stop smoking? People can, using guided imagery, stop smoking after just one session and often with little, if any, withdrawal symptoms or cravings. Find your way out of the smoky haze! Monday Jan 27 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm* Lifetime Member $9; New Participant (Stop Smoking only) $65; New Participant (Stop Smoking and Weight Loss) $109 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | Fischer | #AHHHYSM01W20 GROUP HYPNOSIS: WEIGHT LOSS ONLINE! DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE IN THE WORKPLACE Did you know that there is a way to lose weight without diet pills or starvation? Group hypnosis includes suggestions that will help you eat Dealing with difficult personalities and challenging subjects in the the type and quantity of foods that are beneficial in losing weight and workplace takes skill, tact, and confidence. Effective communication maintaining your desired weight. is a key component in managing conflict and making your day-to-day interactions run smoothly. You'll assess communication styles and Monday Jan 27 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm* personality types, develop a tool kit for difficult and specific situations, Lifetime Member $9; New Participant (Weight Loss only) $65; and learn to apply strategies to build bridges. New Participant (Weight Loss and Stop Smoking) $109 Prairie View E/MS Media Door 1 | Fischer | #AHHHYWL01W20 Mar 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $245 Online | Webster | #ATODIFF01P20 *Check in at 5:45pm. At 6:00pm, there will be an Introduction for smoking and weight loss classes (all must attend). From 7:00 to 7:45pm, the weight ONLINE! STRESS MANAGEMENT IN THE loss class will meet (smokers, take a break). Smoking hypnosis will be from WORKPLACE 7:50 to 8:45pm. Stress isn't the enemy. Events happen every day. How we interpret ONLINE CLASSES those events can set the stage for how we feel and how we react to others. Reducing stress is as easy as understanding what stress is to ISD 728 Community Education offers a wide variety of online classes you, and using that knowledge to restructure your thoughts. Turn stress and certificates. Start your online training and add a new skill set into a stepping stone, not a stumbling block! to your resume today! Registering for a certificate program will automatically enroll you in the required courses and save you money. Apr 6-May 1 | Average hours 16 | $145 Classes included in certificate programs can also be taken individually. Online | Brown | #ATOSTWP01P20 Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way to learn. GUARANTEE Millions of people are learning online each year. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. It’s easy. It’s fun. You can We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The content (readings, audio lectures, contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or slides) and self quizzes are accessible for the entire course, so you the Early Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. can work ahead, or go back and review again, at your convenience. After you register, login information will be sent to your email three days prior to the start of class. You will have a password and use your email address and password to gain access. These pages highlight just a few of our online courses. Visit our online class website at http://www.yougotclass.org/catalog-complete. cfm/Elkriver to view all online courses offered. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 12

adult ONLINE! WORKPLACE CONFLICT SOLUTIONS CERTIFICATE Today's employees are expected to have a solid set of interpersonal skills. Find out how to deal with difficult personalities and challenging subjects in the workplace. Discover workable conflict management strategies, how to recognize how stress affects you, and ways to avoid stressors that can cause stress-related conflicts. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Conflict Management, Dealing with Difficult People in the Workplace, and Stress Management in the Workplace. Feb 3-May 1 | Average hours 48 | $495 H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EXCEL) Online | Webster | #ATOWKCS01W20 Our H.O.P.E. program provides, events, activities and classes designed ONLINE! CYBER SECURITY FOR MANAGERS specifically for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and enables participants to have social, recreational and educational opportunities Cyber security issues are all around us and reach nearly every part and experiences. Programs include day-trips, cooking, crafts, exercise, of our business and work, from online banking and education to self-advocacy, personal care and independence, and making new friends. FACEBOOK and Wi-Fi. Designed for non-technical managers, directors Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to participate in any and others in the workplace, this course will help you identify threats of these activities; however, participants are asked to bring staff or family and vulnerabilities, common attacks, viruses, malware, spyware, cyber members if personal care assistance is needed. Call us at 763-241-3520, or terrorism, and give you the knowledge you need to control risks and join our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE) to get protect your information. on our mailing list or to share ideas of what you’d like to see offered. Mar 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $195 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION Online | Waddell | #ATOCYBR01P20 Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with basic FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS WORKSHOP skills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, Job preparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School Diploma. Visualize your journey toward owning a home. Everyone's process is For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. different. Yours could take a short time or a long time, depending on your goals, constraints, personal style, and the market in your area. Having a ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) plan will help you achieve your goals, even if you don't end up following it exactly. Tuesday Jan 21 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $9 Learn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar, Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNFTHB01W20 listening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and transitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. SELLING YOUR HOME The iron is hot for home sellers right now! If you are considering selling View the Winter/Spring your home, this class will help you learn about current local market brochure online at 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 www.728communityed.com top dollar. Don't wait for the market to cool off. or pick one up at your local school or business. Tuesday Jan 28 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $9 Rogers MS Media Door A | Olson | #ANNSYHM01W20 13 Winter|Spring 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

registration ONLINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD 728 FACILITY SCHEDULING www.728communityed.com Community Education Office Hours: q 763-241-3400 X5539 E [email protected] Secure registration 24 hrs/day using 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AmEx. 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day EDVENTURE CLUB q 763-241-3520 E [email protected] q 763-241-3544 In Person, Mail, or Drop Box E [email protected] Handke Center ECFE & DISCOVERY LEARNING ADULT BASIC EDUCATION 1170 Main St., Elk River 55330 ECFE Office Hours: q 763-241-3400 x5525 E [email protected] There is a 24-hour drop box by Door 5. 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day WEATHER CANCELLATIONS PHONE: FAX: q 763-241-3524 E [email protected] Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT 763.241.3520 763.241.3521 or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations LIVE CHAT EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING and other program updates. www.728communityed.com During office hours q 763-241-3525 E [email protected] Full Name________________________________________________________ DETAILS »» Some activities, supplies Email Address_____________________________________________________ or tickets are not refundable. (H) Phone______________________ (C) Phone_________________________ »» Make checks payable to: Home Address____________________________________________________ ISD 728 Community Education »» Adults are given priority for City__________________________________________ Zip________________ adult classes; ages 15-17 »» Participants must be the correct may register if space permits. If participant is a child: age and/or grade by the first Birthdate_­ ___________________________ Age____________ Grade_______ day of class. »» We take photographs and Parent Names_____________________________________________________ videos to use in our marketing Emergency phone # & contact _______________________________________ »» Cancellations must be made materials. Notify us in writing if Health concerns: __________________________________________________ at least 3 business days prior you do not wish to have photos to activities. Refunds or credits or videos in our publications. cannot be given for forgotten classes. Class Information GUARANTEE Class Title___________________________________Class #_______________ Class Date/Time____________________________________ Fee ___________ We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact Payment the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the o Check o Cash o MasterCard/VISA/Discover/AmEx E arly Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. UCare # ______________________________________ Card #__________ -___________- ___________- ___________ Exp_________ Signature ____________________________________________CVV________ 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Winter|Spring 2020 14