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table of contents early childhood Featured Class: pages 2-4 Build A Charcuterie Early Childhood Family Education Discovery Learning Preschool Board Little Learners • Parenting ONLINE! BUILDING A CHEESE AND youth, Pre K-12 CHARCUTERIE BOARD pages 5-11 Holiday entertaining is on the horizon! Impress and welcome your friends and family with these ideas for selecting and arranging Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics cheese, meat, fruit, and other delicious condiments into a photo- Academics • Music • Crescendo worthy, mouth-watering platter! Prior to the start of each class, High School • Aquatics • Little Learners you will receive an email with the ZOOM meeting link and a link to Special Interest Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. adult Thursday Nov 12 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Jerred | #AGCCHRC01F20 pages 12-17 Fitness • Trips • Arts • General Interest Hobby • Finance • Health & Safety Parenting • Technology • Adult Basic Education • GED • English as a Second Language recreation page 10 Elk River Parks & Recreation programs Programs on pages 15-17 are brought to you our mission directly by Elk River Parks and Recreation. To build community through citizen Call 763.635.1150 or visit involvement and lifelong learning while www.elkrivermn.gov/Register educating, inspiring and empowering to register or for additional program info. ALL of our learners across ISD 728. 21 Fall 202105 •• RReeggisisteterroonnlilnineeaattwwwwww..772288ccoommmmuunnitityyeedd..ccoomm •• 776633-2-24411-3-3552200

early childhood PARENTING SOLO - THE HARDEST JOB YOU'LL YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT EVER DO ALONE ► AGE BIRTH-12 YEARS OR PARENTING TEENS If you're parenting solo for any reason - military duty, work situations (distance, shifts), »  This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with information separation, divorce, loss of spouse or single parenting - you're welcome to attend! about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. Bring your children and enjoy a meal together. Parents will meet together for parenting support and information while young children participate in early childhood activities. »  It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be in School-age children will meet in another classroom for activities and support. Join at school. any time throughout the school year. Class is free but pre-registration is required. »  For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your Tuesdays Sep 29-Jun 8* | 5:30-7:30pm | $0 school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High School. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #ECSPARE01F20 *Not meeting Nov 3, 24, Dec 29, Mar 30 »  Home visits are also available. »  This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community High BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME School and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. »  BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers who »  Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during the are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement because school year. of negative behaviors. »  Classes are free. »  BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build NOT SO SCARY positive behavior skills. ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY »  BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, emotional Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloween fun! This health professionals and specialists to coordinate expertise and is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and family fun resources for success. 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 »  For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. pre-register at www.isd728.org/ECFE-NotSoScary2020. »  BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a part Saturday Oct 31 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm of Wright County Family Service. Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS We will be taking the following steps during our ECFE classes »  This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at the ECFE center. to protect everyone: »  Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, as R We will limit the number of well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child development, parenting and community resources. participants in each class. »  Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. R We will have supplies for each person »  There is no fee for home visits. to limit sharing. R Equipment, tables and chairs will be wiped down prior to arrival. R We will practice social distancing with seats 6 feet apart. R Hand sanitizer will be available. R Masks required for adults. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 2

early childhood DISCOVERY LEARNING ► OPTION 3 - 100% DISCOVERY LEARNING ONLINE PRESCHOOL 2020-2021 ► AGES 3-5 ACADEMY - PRESCHOOL OPTION PROVIDES LEARNING ACTIVITIES TO BE DONE AT HOME NEW! Due to the pandemic, we reached out to families with an ISD 728 district- The learning activities will be curriculum-based, and will include digital/ wide survey. Families were asked to technology-based learning as well as hands-on activities. Students will indicate their interest in learning models for have the opportunity to interact with their teacher and other Discovery Discovery Learning Preschool. The following is a brief overview of each Learning Online Academy class members through virtual classroom of the formats available in Elk River. experiences (Google meetings, SeeSaw activities, etc.). Students will have opportunities for large group discussions, small group activities ► OPTION 1 - DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL - and one-on-one check-in times with the instructor. These activities will be planned for three days a week (days to be determined). While many FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING MODEL of the activities can be done to fit your own personal schedule, there will be scheduled \"live\" opportunities that each child/family can take part This is our regularly-planned programming where children attend school in. (\"Live\" sessions will also be recorded and made available for later in a face-to-face model. We will continue with this option for those who viewing.) register unless the number of COVID-19 cases changes. We may need to continue programming in a hybrid (reduced number of days on-site »  Register online for session ID #EPHDLP601F20 in smaller groups) with distance learning on non-attending days, or »  The cost of Option 3 is: $122/month implement a distance learning model. If the program changes from face- to-face to hybrid or distance learning, we will have childcare available EDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING during any and all of the hybrid or distance learning times; availability may be limited due to space and staffing. Class times and days vary. A Community Education offers childcare services to extend your child’s complete list of available class times and locations can be found on our experience with Discovery Learning Preschool. Childcare is available website at www.isd728.org/DLPreschool. for all Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. For the 2020-2021 school year, your child must be age 3 by ► OPTION 2 - DISCOVERY BLENDED LEARNING Sep 1, 2020 and they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. When registering for childcare, you choose the PRESCHOOL - BLENDED LEARNING PRESCHOOL times that work best for your schedule. Registration is due on Monday MODEL the week prior to attendance. This program is eligible for county assistance. In this learning model, students will have on-site instruction (face-to- face) two days and will take home learning modules that they will be With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, able to work on at home during their two (2) distance learning days we provide a quality program that complements the Discovery Learning (Google meetings, SeeSaw online activities, etc.). Students will have program curriculum. Students will be escorted between our childcare online instruction provided on distance learning days that would include program and the Discovery Learning classroom by our high-quality circle times, small group, and other activities such as Seesaw or other staff. Snacks will be provided in the morning and afternoon. Students curriculum-based options. Program wraparound childcare is available will need to bring a lunch if they are attending during lunch or the full for days your student is in attendance or scheduled as at-home days; day. availability may be limited due to space and staffing. Option 2 will be available at the Handke Center in Elk River. If you have additional questions about the EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club office »  Wednesday and Friday morning face-to-face, 9:00-11:30am at the at 763-241-3544. To register for these childcare options, please use this Handke Center link to set up an account that will allow you to register: www.isd728. org/EdVClub-Registration. »  Distance Learning days Monday and Friday afternoons (time TBD) »  Register online for session ID #EPHDLP501F20 »  The cost of Option 2 is: $176/month or $228/month with transportation 3 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhood EDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING G2-RKAITNEDFEURLGFAORRTEGNREANNTDRPYARWE/NGTRSA!N►DPAARGEENT HYBRID/DISTANCE LEARNING CHILDCARE This class is designed especially for preschoolers and their important EdVenture Club Childcare will be available for students if ISD728 grandparents! Spend time together creating simple arts and crafts moves to the Hybrid or Distance Learning models due county data projects as we celebrate the important role grandparents play in the reported for COVID cases. Priority will be given to Tier 1 families for lives of their grandchildren! We'll make a fall-themed craft in November, School Day care; School Day care will be available at no cost to Tier 1 and a Christmas ornament in December. qualifying families. Families interested in holding a spot in the Hybrid/ Saturday Nov 21 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am Distance Learning Childcare program will need to pre-register and $15 1 Child/Adult; $24 2 Children/Adult; $33 3 Children/Adult pay a registration fee. This process will ensure that space, staffing Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01F20 and schedules will be ready if the District needs to transition to either Saturday Dec 19 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am the Hybrid or Distance Learning models. The registration fee will $15 1 Child/Adult; $24 2 Children/Adult; $33 3 Children/Adult be applied to the first week of Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP02F20 Deadline for EdVenture Club-Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare has passed, however, you can register and be placed on a waitlist. CMOOONKTIHESD-EKCINODREARTGINAGRTPEANRTEYN►TRYAWGE/P1A2RENT We will continue to accept families as space and staffing permits. To register for EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Hybrid/Distance Come to our kitchen and use your creativity to decorate pre-purchased Learning Childcare go to www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. sugar cookies! You and your young culinary artist will enjoy all the Email and/or phone registrations will not be accepted. This program is learning experiences that come with mixing colors, using different offered at the Handke Center, Rogers elementary, Otsego Elementary textures, shapes, and so much more! Plus, you will be taking home and Zimmerman Elementary. A $100 deposit is required at time of cookies to share or to eat yourselves! registration and will be applied to your child's first week of care in this Saturday Dec 5 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am model. *$15 1 Child; $25 2 Children; $35 3 Children; $45 4 Children Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY01F20 If the Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare program is not implemented *All fees include 1 parent. or you withdraw prior to needing the Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare, your registration fee will be refunded. PLEASE NOTE: LADYBUG MUSIC CLASS ► AGE INFANT-5 The decision on whether a class will run is YEARS W/PARENT made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel This fun class exposes families to wonderfully eclectic music in an environment that encourages participation and silliness through a class you are hoping to take. singing, instruments, dance and more! A Ladybug Music CD and digital downloads are included with the class. Additional siblings may attend at half price; siblings 6 months and under are free! Thursdays Nov 5-Dec 17* | 6 sessions | 5:30-6:10pm $99 1 Child/Adult; $148.50 2 Children/Adult; $198 3 Children/Adult Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Ladybug Music | #YEMLADY01F20 *Not meeting Nov 26 MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT This parent/child camp features horse safety, learning and fun! Learn about different horse breeds, colors and sizes, then help feed, care for and groom the horses. In addition, you will get to make your own horse treats and give them to the horses. Bring your camera to snap photos during pony rides. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center is located at 6612 189th Lane NW in Nowthen. Wednesday Dec 30 | 1 session | 9:00-11:00am | $49 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT02F20 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 4

youth CONVENIENT FUN EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE/ EDVENTURE CLUB - NON-SCHOOL DAYS AFTER SCHOOL Fun enrichment activities or 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 MORE THAN CHILDCARE games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring EdVenture Club is a unique program that a bag lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. These activities, held 9:00am-3:00pm, are planned in a day combines fun enrichment activities with camp format; the sites are open 6:00am-6:00pm. Please note: In the event of low or high enrollment, sites may be combined or additional extended hours for your convenience! sites opened. *Serving grade 6 at Prairie View Middle School. EdVenture Club provides a quality extended Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $41/first child; $35 additional child(ren) in family day experience that complements the school ►FRIDAY NOV 20 | FALL HARVEST day and includes enrichment activities for Apple-picking, pumpkin-hunting, and corn mazes are just a few fall favorites. Join us as we learn about harvesting during fall time. reading and math, physical education, ►MONDAY NOV 23 | FALL FUN science, art and more for grades K-5. Fall is a great time of year to cozy up indoors with crafting. Join us as ► MORNING PROGRAM we enjoy creating crafts for the autumn season. Students attend between 6:00am and school starting time Monday ►TUESDAY NOV 24 | AROUND THE WORLD FESTIVITIES through Friday. A variety of games, gym time, playground and other choices are available. Enrichment activities are planned up to three All around the world, there are families gathering, special foods being prepared and activities for all. Come join us as we learn about festivities times per week. Healthy snacks and juice are provided daily. in different parts of the world. ► AFTERNOON PROGRAM ►WEDNESDAY NOV 25 | PUPPETS READ TO ME Students attend after school until 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Each Puppets are a great way to get crafty and creative with characters. day includes enrichment and recreation activities as well as a healthy Telling stories is a huge part of childhood, and so much more fun snack and juice. Site schedules listing activities by days and grade with puppets. levels are posted weekly. ►MONDAY DEC 28 | WINTER WONDERS ELK RIVER AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Brrr! It’s cold! Warm yourself by joining in the fun of creating some 6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm enchanting winter-themed crafts. 1 day/week $16 1 day/week $18 ►TUESDAY DEC 29 | MIGRATION AND HIBERNATION! 2 days/week $25 2 days/week $30 Where do animals go in winter? Find out which animals hibernate and which ones migrate during Minnesota’s winter months and why they do what they do. 3 days/week $32 3 days/week $36 ►WEDNESDAY DEC 30 | GRATITUDE 4 days/week $38 4 days/week $42 Gratitude, thankfulness, kindness, showing appreciation--do these words 5 days/week $44 5 days/week $48 all mean the same thing? When you do something that benefits others, you also benefit from the good deed. Just how does that work? Find out LOCATIONS why and how an attitude of gratitude can make all the difference! EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE ►THURSDAY DEC 31 | HAPPY INSTRUMENTS Lincoln Elementary Do you love music? Do you love making things? Let’s do both! We’ll Meadowvale Elementary create fun musical instruments we can actually play! Parker Elementary ► EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION! Twin Lakes Elementary Secure your child's spot TODAY! EDVENTURE CLUB-NON SCHOOL DAYS Register online at www.isd728.org/EdVClub-Registration. Meadowvale Elementary Parker Elementary Twin Lakes Elementary EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHERCARE Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools 5 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND POLICIES FOR CARE/SCHOOL CANCELLED INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled is offered from 6:30am- To be eligible to attend, families must pre-register and pre-pay for 3 days 6:00pm at Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools on days of Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled; registration deadline is school is cancelled due to inclement weather. To be eligible to attend, November 2, 2020 for the 2020-2021 school year. families must pre-register and must pre-pay for 3 days. »  On days school is cancelled due to inclement weather, sites will 3-Day Fee: $107 first student; $95 additional student in family open at 6:30am. EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School CARE/2-HR LATE START Cancelled, but decide NOT to use care on a snow day, you will NOT be refunded your pre-payment. In the event of a 2-hour late start, before school EdVenture Club will be open 8am for those families already registered for before school care »  If you have pre-registered for Inclement Weather Care/School that day. Cancelled and there are less than 3 snow days during the school year, your credit card will be refunded approximately May 1 for the EARLY DISMISSAL OF SCHOOL DUE TO days not used. INCLEMENT WEATHER »  If there are more than 3 snow days during the school year, you will In the event school is dismissed early due to inclement weather, after have the opportunity to re-register for additional days. school EdVenture Club is cancelled. Parents/Guardians of EdVenture Club students must make arrangements to get their student home from »  Pre-registration is necessary to assure appropriate number of staff school, as EdVenture Club will NOT have regular after school care when on site; drop-ins will not be accepted. school is dismissed early. »  Children need to bring a lunch and beverage; a morning and EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION! afternoon snack and beverage will be provided. Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online for EdVenture »  If school across the state is cancelled by the Governor, EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled and/or Inclement Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled will be closed. Weather Care/2-hour Late Start at www.isd728.org/EdVClub- InclementWeather. »  If the Superintendent of ISD 728 Schools decides to cancel EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled due REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR to dangerous weather and/or road conditions, we will close for the INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE IS safety of the children and staff. NOVEMBER 2, 2020! »  If Governor or Superintendent closures apply, the day will not count as one of the billed Inclement Weather days. EDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE PROGRAM ALERTS CAN BE FOUND: »  With the District weather notifications »  On the EdVenture Club Facebook page: www.facebook.com/728EdVentureClub »  On the Community Education website www.728communityed. com in the @CE728ALERT Twitter feed. EDVENTURE CLUB-HYBRID/DISTANCE LEARNING CHILDCARE EdVenture Club Childcare will be available for students if ISD 728 moves to the Hybrid or Distance Learning models. Priority will be given to Tier 1 families for School Day care; School Day care will be available at no cost to Tier 1 qualifying families. Families interested in holding a spot in the Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare program will need to pre-register and pay a registration fee. This process will ensure that space, staffing and schedules will be ready if the District needs to transition to either the Hybrid or Distance Learning models. The registration fee will be applied to the first week of Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare. Deadline for EdVenture Club-Hybrid/Distance Learning Childcare has passed; however, you can register and be placed on a waitlist. We will continue to accept families as space and staffing permits. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 6

youth NEW! EMBOSSED FOIL ART ► GRADES K-5 BRICK BUILDERS: CATAPULTS ► GRADES 1-5 Embossing is the art of producing raised designs on a surface. Create Build a catapult, dragster, and balancing beam using LEGO® bricks. art you can touch using various mediums and materials. Explore Explore basic science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) patterns and textures to produce a unique piece you will treasure. concepts while you create, modify and play with your projects. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, Wednesday Dec 2 | 1 session | 4:15-5:15pm | $19 authorize or endorse this site or program. Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAFFOIL02F20 Wednesdays Nov 11-Dec 9* | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $65 Thursday Dec 3 | 1 session | 4:15-5:15pm | $19 Parker Elem Media Door 3 | Youth Enrichment League Lincoln Elem Art Rm Door 2 | #YAFFOIL03F20 #YTSBRBC06F20 *Not meeting Nov 25 Thursday Dec 10 | 1 session | 4:15-5:15pm | $19 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFFOIL07F20 ONLINE! EFK JUNIOR STEM CLUB ► GRADES K-4 NEW! DIY MOBILE PHONE HOLDER AND AIR The Engineering For Kids STEM Club is going virtual! You and your PLANT POT ► GRADES 6-8 online friends will explore a different STEM topic each week led by an EFK teacher in a Zoom meeting. Kits will be available for pick-up Spend a couple of afternoons with your friends creating 2 unique clay at the Handke Center before the course starts and will contain almost projects! In this two-day class, you will make a mobile phone holder everything you need to complete each week's project. Have fun and an air plant pot (plant included). Dream up different patterns and working \"together apart\" to solve each week's challenge! Lessons will designs to decorate your projects. No prior experience required! be recorded in case a student is unable to make it to class. Additional information including supplies needed and kit pick up details can be Mon/Tue Nov 2 & 3 | 2 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $29 found online or will be included in your registration confirmation email. VandenBerge MS Art Rm Door N | #YACCLBC02F20 Information regarding Zoom meeting access will be emailed prior to the beginning of class. Wed/Thu Nov 4 & 5 | 2 sessions | 3:30-4:30pm | $29 Salk MS Art Rm Door S | #YACCLBC03F20 Session 2 Tuesdays Nov 24-Dec 15 | 4 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $90 NEW! SOY CANDLE MAKING BASICS Online | Engineering for Kids STEM | #YTSOJRS02F20 ► GRADES 6-8 Topics Soy is a responsible choice for candles. It burns cleaner and produces »  Acoustic Engineering - Claynocchio's Ears less soot than paraffin, is made from natural vegetables, and is 100% »  Mechanical Engineering - Puff Mobile biodegradable. Learn the basics of candle making, from choosing wick »  Chemical Engineering - Witch's Brew size to adding scent and color, and make a candle to take home! »  Electrical Engineering - Bug Bots Tuesday Nov 17 | 1 session | 3:30-4:30pm | $29 Salk MS Art Rm Door S | #YAFCNDL03F20 Wednesday Nov 18 | 1 session | 3:30-4:30pm | $29 VandenBerge MS Art Rm Door N | #YAFCNDL02F20 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 be picked up from EdVenture Club after the class. 7 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth ONLINE! CODING CLUB ► GRADES 2-4 ONLINE! LEGO® SUPERHEROES VIRTUAL CLASS ► GRADES K-5 Computer coding is the language that tells computers what to do. It allows us to communicate with machines and create software programs To the Batcave, Batman! What's the science behind your favorite and apps. Online Coding Club is led by real teachers who will help you heroes' powers? Explore gravity, aerodynamics, DNA, motion, and learn coding skills in a fun and easy way. The program has 5 levels with 6 much more as they are used in flight, super villain fights, and superhero lessons in each level, and starts with basic block programming. Students vehicles. Information for the Zoom session and supplies needed will must complete all previous levels to advance and register for next level. be in the confirmation email you receive after registering. LEGO® is a Basic typing skills, access to a Windows PC, high-speed Internet, and trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, the ZOOM meeting website are necessary. Prior to the first class, you will authorize or endorse this site or program. receive an email from Tech Tac Toe with login information for the ZOOM meeting. Wednesdays Nov 18-Dec 16* | 4 sessions | 4:00-5:00pm | $54 Online | Snapology | #YTSLSVC01F20 »  Level 1 shows how to handle user input, deal with motion and *Not meeting Nov 25 direction, and use your imagination to design characters. NEW! CONFIDENT KIDS SERIES ► GRADES K-5 »  Level 2 keeps building on your knowledge of block programming, and adding random motion, basic loops, and conditionals while Being a kid is hard! There are so many new feelings and situations, you create your own game. and even things that make us worried or afraid. Let's work together to make it easier. We'll talk about what to do when you feel awkward and »  Level 3* continues working on programming fundamentals. shy, when you get teased, and when you're worried about things that Deepen your knowledge of loops and conditionals, and learn about are happening in the world (like COVID-19). We'll laugh a bit and find variables and game design techniques. ways to help you feel confident when you face a challenge. We'll cover a different topic each month. »  Level 4* introduces more intermediate concepts. Discover how to use random number elements, collision detection, and gravity. »  October: Put Your Worries Away »  November: Say Hi When You're Shy »  Level 5* continues deepening your knowledge of block »  December: Turn Away From Teasing programming and introduce some basic Python. Learn how to keep track of score using variables and assignment. Thursdays Oct 29, Nov 12, Dec 10 | 3 sessions | 4:15-5:30pm | $49 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YGDCOKS07F20 * Levels 3-5 will be in the winter brochure. EXPERIENCE THIS! Level 1 Wednesdays Nov 4-Dec 16* | 6 sessions | 4:45-5:25pm | $90 Online | TechTacToe | #YTSCCL104F20 *Not meeting Nov 25 Thursdays Nov 5-Dec 17* | 6 sessions | 6:00-6:40pm | $90 Online | TechTacToe | #YTSCCL105F20 *Not meeting Nov 26 Saturdays Nov 7-Dec 19* | 6 sessions | 10:00-10:40am | $90 Online | TechTacToe | #YTSCCL106F20 *Not meeting Nov 28 Level 2 Tuesdays Nov 3-Dec 15* | 6 sessions | 4:45-5:25pm | $90 Online | TechTacToe | #YTSCCL201F20 *Not meeting Nov 24 Wednesdays Nov 4-Dec 16* | 6 sessions | 6:00-6:40pm | $90 Online | TechTacToe | #YTSCCL202F20 *Not meeting Nov 25 AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS ISD 728 Community Education is proud to offer the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program, which combines the best in swim instruction with an even stronger emphasis on drowning prevention and water safety - ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy the water safely, regardless of age, level, or skill. View available lessons online at www.728communityed.com. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 8

youth JUST FOR KIDS! ► AGE 5-10 HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ No parents allowed! These kids-only events are perfect for parents Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility to who want to enjoy a night on their own. Students will have fun with our make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as severe trained staff playing games in the gym, creating crafts based on the weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend time night's theme, and having a snack. Please note any food allergies when asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid registering. boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should be aware of. November: Crazy for LEGO®s Saturday Nov 14 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $29 Friday Nov 6 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $19 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | #YHHASHA02F20 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID02F20 KARATE ► AGE 4-11 December: Art Party Friday Dec 11 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $19 Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YGKJKID03F20 responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's BABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ education and see how they benefit. Are you new to babysitting or looking for ways to polish up your skills? age 4-6 Gain the knowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop Tue/Thu Nov 5-Dec 1* | 6 sessions | 6:15-6:45pm | $49 safe, fun and educational activities while focusing on preventing VandenBerge MS Cafeteria Door N | Cornelius | #YMKKT4603F20 accidents, learning to care for children of various ages and taking *Not meeting Nov 24, 26 care of yourself. Please bring a bag lunch. Parents are encouraged to participate in the last 15 minutes of this class. age 7-11 Tue/Thu Nov 5-Dec 1* | 6 sessions | 6:50-7:20pm | $49 Saturday Nov 14 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 VandenBerge MS Cafeteria Door N | Cornelius | #YMKKT7103F20 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #YHBBBST02F20 *Not meeting Nov 24, 26 We will be taking the following steps HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP ► GRADES K-12 during our classes to protect everyone: Spend the day riding, caring for and learning about horses! Learn R We will have a smaller number of participants balance and control in the saddle, how to groom, tack-up, lead, feed, do in-hand work and more! Proper attire includes sneakers or boots in each class. (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle, a nut-free bag lunch, and snacks. ASTM/SEI R Parent/Child classes will be limited to 1 parent certified helmets provided. Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. or adult. Monday Dec 28 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 R Participants will be reminded to wash their hands Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC03F20 before they enter the class area. Tuesday Dec 29 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC04F20 R Masks required for participants age 5+. R Equipment, desks, tables & chairs will be wiped PLEASE NOTE: down prior to the start of class. The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. R We will practice social distancing with participants Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel at least 6 feet apart. a class you are hoping to take. R Supplies will be provided for each participant to avoid sharing items. R Hand sanitizer will be available. 9 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youth TEEN SAMPLER PROGRAM | GRADES 7-12 Can't commit to an entire season or just wanting to learn? This shortened option is for you! 4.5 hours of instruction each trip. BLIZZARD SKI SCHOOL ► GRADES K-12 Saturdays Nov 28-Dec 19 | 4 sessions | $199 Sundays, Jan 9-23 | 3 sessions | $199 Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven local snow sports areas, top quality TEAM BLIZZARD | GRADES 5-12 adult instructors will teach you to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks! You provide your own food and gear Ski Racing or Snowboard Team instruction. Intermediate to expert (season-long discounts and rentals are available), they provide the rest! skiers stir up some friendly competition as you learn strategies and tactics for racing. Saturdays Nov-Feb* | 12 sessions OR Sundays Jan-Feb | 8 sessions *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2 Saturdays Nov 28-Feb 27* | 12 sessions | $549 Sundays Jan 10-Feb 28 | 8 sessions | $449 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2 Bus Pick-up Location: APPRENTICE PROGRAM | GRADES 8-12 Saturday: Have you thought about teaching? Completing this program could take »  Target (87th St NE, Otsego) you to famous ski sites around the world! »  times to be determined Sunday: Saturdays OR Sundays | $549 »  JC Penney (13701 Grove Dr, Maple Grove) »  times to be determined REGISTRATION MITES | GRADES K-1, AGE 6 BY DEC 1 Register online at www.blizzardmn.com or call 763-559-EDGE (3343). Mention code: EKR20. Weekly Trip Fees: You will be contacted prior to Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of six the trip each week for your reservation. Using a flexible pay-as-you-go friends all day long each week on exciting terrain. trip fee structure, you pay a weekly trip fee of about $72 to cover round trip bus transportation and lift ticket. If you can't attend that week, you Saturdays Jan 9-Feb 27 | 8 sessions | $499 ski only don't owe anything! Sundays Jan 10-Feb 28 | 8 sessions | $449 ski only EXPERIENCE THIS! SUPERMITES | GRADES 2-3 ELK RIVER LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM µ Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of eight friends all day long. Learn more and more skills to conquer the hill! Ice skating is an ageless activity anyone can enjoy. Learn to Skate will help you build confidence in skating and gain greater balance on and off the ice Saturdays Dec 5-Feb 27* | 11 sessions | $499 at each session. For more information regarding details on skills taught at Sundays Jan 10-Feb 28 | 8 sessions | $449 each level, visit ElkRiverMN.gov/Register and click on Ice Arena Programs. *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2 Mondays Nov 2-Dec 21 | 5:15-6:45 pm | $72 SUPERKYDS | GRADES 4-5 »  Must be 4 years old at the time the session begins. Make new friends with your same instructor and small group of ten »  Children under the age of 6 are required to wear helmets. friends all day long. Develop skills at your own level and master bumps, »  No double blades, hockey sticks, pads or pucks are necessary. jumps, and carving turns! »  Rental skates are free with registration (while sizes last). »  30 minute classes. Saturdays Dec 5-Feb 27* | 11 sessions | $499 Sundays Jan 10-Feb 28 | 8 sessions | $449 µThis program is brought to you directly by *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2 Elk River Parks and Recreation. Call 763.635.1150 CLASSIC | GRADES 5-12 or visit www.elkrivermn.gov/Register to register or for additional program info. Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced instructors during 4.5 hours of instruction with plenty of time to free ski or ride, too! Saturdays Nov 28-Feb 27* | 12 sessions | $399 Sundays Jan 10-Feb 28 | 8 sessions | $299 *Not meeting Dec 26, Jan 2 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 10

youth DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+ Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start by completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of Minnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-licensed and certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH INFORMATION NIGHT COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class »  Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years of or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as students and will help meet the learning needs of individual students. lessons to help YOU be the best driving mentor you can be. Course is free, but please register. »  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. Tuesday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $0 Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN02F20 and are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised driving log. The driving log must show that the teen has We will be taking the following steps completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are during our classes to protect everyone: nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime R We will have a smaller number of participants hours. Also, watch your email along with information sent home with your student, for important information regarding the Driving Log, the in each class. parent class and Behind the Wheel scheduling. Additional information for online classes: R Parent/Child classes will be limited to 1 parent »  All classroom materials will need to be picked up from the Handke or adult. Center (1170 Main Street, Elk River) no earlier than one week prior to the start of course. R Participants will be reminded to wash their hands »  Available pickup times are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. before they enter the class area. »  If you need to arrange other pickup times, please contact the R Masks required for participants age 5+. Community Education office at 763-241-3520 or communityed@ R Equipment, desks, tables & chairs will be wiped isd728.org. »  A few days prior to start of class, students will be added to the down prior to the start of class. Schoology Course. If student does not attend ISD 728, you will receive an email with the access code to join the Schoology course. R We will practice social distancing with participants Complete Training Package: $349 (30 hours of classroom instruction, 6 at least 6 feet apart. hours of Behind-the-Wheel instruction) Payment plan available: $149 due at registration; $200 by last class R Supplies will be provided for each participant to Classroom instruction only: $110 avoid sharing items. ONLINE! Mon-Fri Nov 30-Dec 11 | 10 sessions | 3:00-6:00pm Online | Hudson | #YHDVDRI04F20 R Hand sanitizer will be available. 11 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adult PICKLEBALL AIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYOND Pickleball is a combination of ping pong and tennis and is perfect for Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournaments adults who are young at heart. Play against others who love some or competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline through friendly competition. Don't know how to play? Don't let it stop you -- the hand-to-hand, sword, and staff techniques, and is for people of all first 15 minutes of each session can be used to share rules, practice abilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studied and warm up. Play will be first-come, first-served along with a rotation in Japan, and who has trained with people from all over the globe. with others who show up to play. Changing room access from 7-9:30pm. Modifications to Pickleball for 2020-2021 due to COVID-19: Thursdays Nov 5-Dec 17* | 6 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm | $55 »  Bring your own equipment; shared equipment will not be available. Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02F20 »  Bring a water bottle; drinking fountains are not available. *Not meeting Nov 26 »  Masks are required for entry/exit—masks do not need to be worn during activity time in gym. LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ »  Social distancing to be practiced when possible. »  Capacity limits per MDH guidelines. Get a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership »  Please bring exact change only; change for larger bills will not be fees! available. Pay-at-the-door: $5/day or $40/10-day pass Pay-at-the-door: $5/person; Exact change only Exact change only, please. Sundays Sep 27-May 2*| 4:00-6:00pm Sundays Nov 15-Jan 24* | 8 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm Handke Center Gym Door 5 VandenBerge MS Pool Door M *Not meeting Nov 22, 29, Dec 27, Jan 3, Apr 4 *Not meeting Nov 29, Dec 20, 27 Wednesdays Sep 30-May 5*| 4:30pm-6:30pm ONLINE! FINDING HAPPINESS WHILE LIVING Handke Center Gym Door 5 WITH CHRONIC ILLNESS *Not meeting Nov 25, Dec 30, Mar 17, 31 You CAN find happiness while living with a chronic illness. Lisa Alioto WEATHER CANCELLATIONS leads caretakers and chronic illness warriors through a discussion of strategies for staying positive and leading a happy, fulfilling life while Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check managing the challenges that come with chronic illness. Experience this online at www.728communityed.com for possible class from the comfort of your own home. You will receive the ZOOM weather related cancellations and other program meeting information a few days prior to the start of class. updates. Wednesday Oct 28 | 1 session | 5:30-6:45pm | $24 Online | Alioto | #AHSFHCI01F20 AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER FIRST AID Be prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrive. Fee includes materials and American Heart Association certification. Monday Nov 16 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $85 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01F20 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 12

adult MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take this class. Thursday Nov 19 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $22 GRAB-AND-GO! CRAFT KITS Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI403F20 Create a beautiful fall-themed front door wreath or a spooky-cute box sign Wednesday Dec 16 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $22 just in time for Halloween with these easy grab-and-go craft kits! Each kit Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI404F20 includes everything needed to complete your project. Kits available for pick-up at the Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River, 8:30am-4:30pm. MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM If you need to arrange a later pickup time, please contact Community ► 8-HOUR INITIAL Education at 763-241-3520. This driver improvement class for first-time participants is presented by EEK! Spider Kit | Pickup Sep 30-Oct 30 | $29 the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual Handke Center Door 5 | #AGREEKK01F20 techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws and more. If you have taken this class previously, Thankful Wreath | Pickup Sep 21-Nov 30 | $29 please register for the 4-hour refresher. Handke Center Door 5 | #AGRTHFL01F20 Wed/Thu Nov 4 & 5 | 2 sessions | 5:30-9:30pm | $26 CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI801F20 Experience the tactile art of working with clay! Designed for every level We will be taking the of artist, you'll start with a hand building project to learn some basic following steps during our techniques, then progress to throwing on a pottery wheel. All projects classes to protect everyone: will be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old clothing to class. R We will limit the number of Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. participants in each class. Mondays Jan 4-Mar 8 | 10 sessions | 7:30-8:30pm | $89 R We will have supplies for each person Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | #AACCLYC02W21 to limit sharing. NEW! GIFT WRAPPING TIPS, TRICKS AND TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP R Mats and equipment will be wiped Are you bored with the same old uninspired wrapping paper-covered gift down prior to arrival and after use. boxes at the holidays? With a mixture of demonstration and hands-on practice, Amy will give you innovative gift-wrapping techniques and R We will practice social distancing of ideas to make your packages stand out! Bring a few gifts of all sizes to wrap -- we will provide the supplies and creativity! Vendors will be 6 feet. available for purchasing additional gifts to practice your wrapping skills. R Masks are required and may only be Saturday Dec 5 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $39 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Lathan | #AGRGWPT01F20 removed in specific circumstances. R Hand sanitizer will be available. 13 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adult DOG OBEDIENCE, BASICS EXPERIENCE THIS! Learn the basics of on-leash obedience, including commands such ONLINE! INSTANT POT as heel, sit, down, come, stand and stay. Handlers will learn to give COOK-ALONG CLASSES commands and use praise to reward proper behavior. Fee is per dog. Puppy must be at least three months old and have begun their shot Our Cook-Along Instant Pot classes are series. Bring a leash and dog treats. scheduled for you to prepare each meal for that evening's dinner. The instructor's Mondays Nov 30-Dec 21 | 4 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $65 recipes will be provided and you will Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Mahr | #AGDDOGO02F20 receive an ingredient list a few days prior to the class along with your ZOOM NEW! UNFORGETTABLE WEDDING PLANNING meeting link! Are you planning a wedding, or is the very thought making you anxious? INSTANT POT COOK-ALONG: CHICKEN TIKKA Don't miss this event! Certified wedding planner Darilyn will show you MASALA AND CURRY POT TIME -- GLUTEN FREE! how to make your wedding stress-free and FUN! She will discuss the best practices for selecting a venue and vendors, suggested planning Spice up your gluten-free menu with two delectable dishes in this timelines and pre-wedding setup. This event is perfect for engaged Instant Pot cook-along class! Quick Chicken Tikka Masala and couples at any stage of their wedding planning process. Bring your Vegetarian Curried Lentils, both served with aromatic basmati rice, will questions! add international flavor to your table. Choose one dish to make and watch a demonstration of the other, or make both if you have a second Saturday Nov 14 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $19 Individual/$35 Pair Instant Pot. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Belsheim | #AGWWEDP01F20 Saturday Nov 7 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $29 Online | Georgakopoulos | #AGCIPCC01F20 VIETNAM: A VETERAN'S STORY INSTANT POT COOK-ALONG: COPYCAT WHITE The Vietnam War, with its origins rooted in World War II, is still one of the CASTLE AND BUFFALO CHICKEN SLIDERS most controversial military eras in US history. Running nearly 20 years, the war had a profound effect on the way Americans viewed battle and Get your fast-food fix without leaving the house! Cook along with Tess the American soldier. Local veteran Duane Clear shares his experiences and your friends in an online Instant Pot class featuring White Castle while serving in Vietnam, as well as his thoughts and reactions upon Copycat Sliders and Buffalo Chicken Sliders. Choose one for your cook- returning years later as a tourist. along, and watch a demonstration of the other. If you have a second Instant Pot, make both! We'll also bake quick slider rolls in the oven. Sunday Nov 8 | 1 session | 2:00-3:30pm | $9 Adults/$2 Students Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Clear | #AGHVIET01F20 Saturday Dec 5 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $29 Online | Georgakopoulos | #AGCIPSL01F20 TRADITIONAL FRENCH CUISINE INSTANT POT HOLIDAY MENU Experience preparing a meal in the French tradition, including a rich country pate, roasted Cornish game hen, creamy potatoes au gratin, Looking for some options for a wonderful holiday menu made in your wild rice, steamed broccoli with red and yellow peppers and a decadent Instant Pot? This virtual demonstration class includes full-flavored chocolate soufflé drizzled with crème anglaise, caramel sauce and faux roasted chicken, holiday mashed potatoes, spiced honey glazed raspberry sauce. carrots and pumpkin cheesecake. Make your holiday dinner stress- free so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with Monday Nov 30 | 1 session | 6:30-9:00pm | $39 your family and friends. Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #AGCTFC201F20 Saturday Nov 21 | 1 session | 3:00-5:00pm | $29 Online | Georgakopoulos | #AGCIPHM01F20 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 14

adult WOMEN AND WEALTH Women, own your financial future! This course is designed to empower you as an investor by addressing common financial considerations and how to plan for and overcome them. Look at investment planning, protecting what you have worked for, planning for increased longevity, and laying out a road map for your financial goals. Walk away with small tweaks to make now that will have big long-term implications for your financial success. Tuesday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scheck | #ANIWWTH02F20 ONLINE! BUILDING A CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE ONLINE! FINANCIAL ANALYSIS AND PLANNING BOARD FOR NON-FINANCIAL MANAGERS Holiday entertaining is on the horizon! Impress and welcome your Take the mystery out of money matters! Build on your understanding of friends and family with these ideas for selecting and arranging cheese, financial concepts and establish your role in the financial success of your meat, fruit, and other delicious condiments into a photo-worthy, mouth- organization by learning how to analyze and assess business reports, watering platter! Prior to the start of each class, you will receive an then use that information to make smart budget and goal decisions. email with the ZOOM meeting link and a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $195 Online | Trana | #ATOFIAO01F20 Thursday Nov 12 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Jerred | #AGCCHRC01F20 ONLINE! BUBBLES AND BRIE ONLINE CLASSES Get ready for your New Year celebration with this short virtual course on ISD 728 Community Education offers a wide variety of online brie, and discover what cheeses go with your favorite bubbly beverages, classes and certificates. Start your online training and add a including wine, cider, and beer. Local cheesemonger Kerry Jerred new skill set to your resume today! Registering for a certificate guides you through the world of artisan cheeses, from cheese selections program will automatically enroll you in the required courses to pairings. Prior to the start of each class, you will receive an email with and save you money. Classes included in certificate programs the ZOOM meeting link and a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin can also be taken individually. board. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way Thursday Dec 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 to learn. Millions of people are learning online each year. You Online | Jerred | #AGCBBRI01F20 will engage with the instructor and other participants. It’s easy. It’s fun. You can participate any time of day or evening. The MEDICARE BASICS PARTS A-D online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The content (readings, audio lectures, slides) and self quizzes are Is Medicare in your near future? Do you have questions about what it accessible for the entire course, so you can work ahead, or go covers? If you plan to enroll within the next year, this class has answers back and review again, at your convenience. for you. After you register, login information will be sent to your email Wednesday Dec 16 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $12 three days prior to the start of class. You will have a password Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Pfeifer | #ANMMEDC02F20 and use your email address and password to gain access. WEATHER CANCELLATIONS These pages highlight just a few of our online courses. Visit our online class website at http://www.yougotclass.org/catalog- Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check complete.cfm/Elkriver to view all online courses offered. online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates. 15 Fall 2020 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adult ONLINE! USING PERSONALITY PROFILES FOR COMPUTER FILE MANAGEMENT BETTER WORK PERFORMANCE Do you feel overwhelmed by your computer files and photos? Is your Understanding yourself and others increases your overall effectiveness computer desktop cluttered with files? We have your solution! Margo at work, at home, and in all your relationships. Learn how to Mills will provide great tips on how to organize files and photos and communicate effectively with all personality styles. Course fee includes create subfolders when breaking up large lists of related files. Feel your own DiSC Behavioral Personality Profile assessment and review. confident that you will be able to find what you're looking for in an instant. Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $295 (include DISC profile) Online | Klauss | #ATOPERS01F20 Tuesday Nov 17 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $29 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATCCFMN01F20 ONLINE! STRESS MANAGEMENT IN THE WORKPLACE ONLINE! ADVANCED EXCEL Stress isn't the enemy. Events happen every day. How we interpret Discover the Excel tools that can help you prepare your worksheets those events can set the stage for how we feel and how we react to accurately, examine your data for authentication, and use your data and others. Reducing stress is as easy as understanding what stress is to information with confidence to make wise business decisions. Learn how you, and using that knowledge to restructure your thoughts. Turn stress to apply multiple criteria to functions, perform loan calculations including into a stepping stone, not a stumbling block! interest and payments, and analyze data quickly and easily. Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $145 Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $195 Online | Brown | #ATOSTWP01F20 Online | Rutledge | #ATOADXL01F20 ONLINE! REFINING YOUR WRITING ONLINE! ADOBE INDESIGN ESSENTIALS Make your writing say exactly what you intend it to say. Explore errors in Adobe InDesign allows you to create multi-page documents such as agreement, structural inconsistencies, and wordiness/concision. Learn to brochures, flyers, books and magazines, and works seamlessly with Adobe correct and reshape sentences that have gone wrong. In addition, you'll Illustrator and Photoshop. Start with the basics and finish by exploring receive proofreading tips that will help you ensure everything you write is advanced typography tools and menus, working with settings and styles, and polished and complete. creating print-ready PDF files. Access to Adobe InDesign software is required. Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $145 Nov 2-27 | $225 Online | Feld | #ATORFYW01F20 Online | Helmi | #ATOINDE01F20 ONLINE! MANAGING PRODUCTIVITY FALL 2020 A growing number of employees are working remotely, requiring EXPERIENCE MORE! organizations to move from measuring time to measuring productivity and outcomes. How do you monitor quality from a distance? Learn ways EDUCATIONAL, ENRICHMENT & RECREATION CLASSES FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN, YOUTH & ADULTS that telecommuters communicate, and how to develop virtual teams. Update your skill set for a changing work environment! Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $245 Online | Draves | #ATOMAPR01F20 PLEASE NOTE: &TAICNKUEPSET&ORMMSOAIZNKE,EDOANCTLLHIANOSEMS,EES www.728communityed.com The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. View the Fall brochure online at Register Early to insure we don’t cancel www.728communityed.com or pick one up at your a class you are hoping to take. local school or business. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2020 16

adult ADULT BASIC EDUCATION Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with basic skills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, Job preparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School Diploma. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. ONLINE! ADVANCED WEB DESIGN ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Responsive Web Design enables designers and developers to build Learn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar, and maintain a single website that will serve all device sizes from listening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and smartphones to tablets, laptops to desktops. Plan your layout and create transitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. a menu system, make layout adjustments for different screen sizes, and make sure your content is printable. H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EXCEL) Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $245 Our H.O.P.E. program provides, events, activities and classes designed specifically Online | Wright/Lander | #ATOADWD01F20 for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and enables participants to have social, recreational and educational opportunities and experiences. Programs include ONLINE! INTEGRATING SOCIAL MEDIA IN YOUR day-trips, cooking, crafts, exercise, self-advocacy, personal care and independence, ORGANIZATION and making new friends. Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to participate in any of these activities; however, participants are asked to bring staff or What goes into building a great social network? How do you select the family members if personal care assistance is needed. Call us at 763-241-3520, or right tool for your business? What is Ning? How do you know where to join our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE) to get on spend your time? What's next? Will your company be a trend-setter or a our mailing list or to share ideas of what you’d like to see offered. trend-follower? Winter Season Kick-Off! Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $195 Online | Selke | #ATOISMO01F20 Join us to get the Winter H.O.P.E. flyer hot off the press! We will be unveiling upcoming ONLINE! CREATING COMMUNITY & SOCIAL classes and outings as we enjoy a night of CHANGE FREE Bingo, prizes, and treats! From elected officials to the CEOs, leaders are now urging people in the workplace and community to participate in community and social change Thursday Nov 12 | 6:00-8:00pm to help improve communities and society. Discover how social change Handke Center, Elk River happens, and doesn't, and how you can influence it. Learn different change strategies and techniques to highlight issues and improve your community Free Event, but please register online and society. or RSVP by calling (763) 241-3520. Nov 2-27 | Average hours 16 | $195 Online | Barrow | #ATOCCSC01F20 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. 17 Fall 2020 • www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

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