DMPS Comm Ed. Winter/Spring Catalog

Winter session starts the week of JANUARY 3 Spring session starts the week of MARCH 17ENROLL ONLINE ATCOMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG_REGISTRATION OPENSDECEMBER 7_ WINTER/SPRING 2018 CLASS CATALOG YOUTH, ADULT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS

LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE? WE HAVE IT FOR YOU!LANGUAGES“Knowledge of languages is the doorway to wisdom.”Check out our list of language classes on pages 35 & 36.FITNESS HOME AND GARDENStay fit and healthy by taking one of the many Ever thought of keeping bees? Check outexercise and fitness classes offered. See the page 13 for everything you need to know.extensive list of classes starting on page 21.FALL 2017 | commed.dmschools.org

TABLE OF CONTENTSWINTER/SPRING | 2018 | VOLUME 27, ISSUE 2INSIDE TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORGCLASSES BY START DATE.................................5ARTS & CRAFTS................................................. 11 or call 515-242-8521BUSINESS & COMPUTERS..............................15DANCE.................................................................. 17 12DO-IT-YOURSELF.............................................. 20EXERCISE & FITNESS........................................21 Try your hand at one of our manyFAMILY & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.......24 Glassblowing projects – there’sFINANCE & INVESTMENT............................. 25 something for everyone!FOOD & NUTRITION......................................27 Class listings start on page 12.HEALTH & WELLBEING...................................29HOME & GARDEN........................................... 30 15JOURNALISM & WRITING..............................32KAYAKING-PADDLING...................................33 Are you a small business ownerLANGUAGES & CULTURES........................... 34 looking to improve your onlineMUSIC & THEATRE ARTS ...............................36 presence? See page 15 for ourPHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO............................ 38 marketing class details.SENIOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES...39SEWING & NEEDLE ARTS.............................. 40 17SPECIAL INTEREST............................................43SPORTS & GAMES..............................................45 Get fit and trim with rhythm.SWIMMING......................................................... 46 Look into our wide variety ofTRADE.................................................................. 48 dance classes starting on page 17.ONLINE CLASSES..............................................49CANCELLATIONS, WEATHER......................50 43-44PRE-REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY....50REGISTRATION INFORMATION..................50 Look at all we have to offerREGISTRATION FORM....................................51 in our Special Interest section pages 43-44. Learn about architecture, travel, genealogy, juggling, and UFOs. 3 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

CLASS CENTERS BOARD OF EDUCATIONBrubaker Elementary School............................................................ 2900 E. 42nd St. ChairCallanan Middle School.......................................................................3010 Center St. Teree Caldwell-JohnsonCapitol View Elementary School..........................................................320 E. 16th St.Central Academy................................................................................. 1912 Grand Ave. Vice-ChairCentral Campus..................................................................................1800 Grand Ave. Cindy ElsberndCorinthian Baptist Church.................................................................... 814 School St.Edmunds Elementary School.................................................................... 950 15th St. Heather AndersonELPIS Christian Fellowship Church...............................................4440 College Ave. Rob X. BarronGoodrell Middle School..................................................................... 3300 E. 29th St. Connie BoesenHarding Middle School................................................................... 203 E. Euclid Ave. Dionna LangfordHoover High School.................................................................... 48th and Aurora Ave. Natasha Newcomb Kyrstin Delagardelle Shelley (All classes at Hoover please use east parking lot; enter east door at end of diagonal sidewalk.) Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas AhartIowa Center for Architecture........................... Capital Square, 400 Locust, Suite 100Jefferson Elementary School...........................................................2425 Watrous Ave. COMMUNITYJohn R Grubb YMCA............................................................................... 1611 11th St. EDUCATION STAFFLake Ahquabi............................................................... 16510 118th Ave, Indianola, IA Director of District ActivitiesLake Red Rock..............................................................Elk Rock State Park, Knoxville and Community EducationMadhaus Gallery–2nd floor ..............................................112 West Court, Winterset Jason AllenMainframe Studios–UPcycled Arts............................................. 900 Keosauqua WayMeredith Middle School................................................................4827 Madison Ave. COORDINATORS Amy Myers (All classes at Meredith please use door near parking lot on east side.) John NelsonMerrill Middle School........................................................................5301 Grand Ave. OJ SinclairMonroe Elementary School....................................................................2250–30th St.Moore Elementary..................................................................................3716–50th St. SUPPORT STAFFNorth High School.......................................................................... 501 Holcomb Ave. Administrative SecretaryPerkins Elementary School.............................................................. 4301 College Ave. Andrea BakerPleasant Hill City Library..............................................5151 Maple Dr., Pleasant HillPleasant Hill Elementary School.............................................. 4801 E. Oakwood Dr. COMMUNITY EDUCATION OFFERSPointe Academy...........................................................................333–5th St., W.D.M. BIAS-FREE INSTRUCTION.Roosevelt High School.........................................................................4419 Center St. We advise each of our instructors that theyRuby Van Meter School................................................................. 710–28th St., D.M. are not to promote any specific products orSouth Union Elementary School.................................................... 4201 South Union organizations as a part of their instruction.St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church.................................................. 5720 Urbandale Ave.St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.............................................................. 3424 Forest Ave. Discrimination PolicyTed Lare Design Build............................................... 2701 Cumming Ave., CummingWeeks Middle School........................................................................ 901 SE Park Ave. The Des Moines Public Schools prohibits discriminationWindsor Elementary................................................................... 5912 University Ave. based on age, race, creed, color, sex, marital status,Wright Elementary School............................................................... 5001 SW 14th St. national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability in educational and employment programs and activities. In addition, the District prohibits acts of intolerance or any form of harassment toward employees or students. For information regarding procedures for discrimination complaints, contact the District Compliance Officer who is also the Title IX and 504 Coordinator, Des Moines Public Schools, 2323 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50312, (515) 242-7781.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 4 1 Denotes one-day classes

SEARCH OUR CLASSES FASTER WITH QUICK GUIDES!Need a faster way to find what your looking for? Search—using the list of classes by startdate below—to find the right class for you and where to go for more details.CLASSES BY START DATETO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521DATE TITLE DECEMBER PAGE PRICEDec 16 1-Hour Earring Duo 11 $20Jan 3 JANUARY 48 $75 PAGE 14Jan 3 48 $80Jan 6 Swim, Competitive, North 40 $40Jan 6 Swim, Competitive, Roosevelt 13 $30Jan 8 Felting Techniques 21 $55Jan 8 Jewelry Repair & Repurposing 17 $100/CoupleJan 8 Aerobics/ H.I.I.T. Combo 17 $50Jan 8 Aimee & Jerry’s Couples Dance, Beg. 21 $50Jan 8 Aimee & Jerry’s Line Dance, Beg./Interm. 18 $55 Chair YogaJan 8 Club Salsa Dancing, Beg. 45 $50 Introduction to Chinese Martial ArtsJan 8 (Wushu) 21 $25Jan 8 Keep Moving: Fitness for Older Adults 22 $40Jan 8 Restorative Yoga 19 $20Jan 8 Scottish Country Dance, Beg. 19 $50 Soul Line DanceJan 8 Strength and Stretch through Yoga & 22 $35 PilatesJan 8 Total Body Aqua 48 $40Jan 8 Yang Style 24 Simplified Tai Chi 45 $50Jan 8 Yoga for Stress Management 23 $45Jan 8 Watercolor, Beg. 14 $75Jan 9 Aquatots (3-5 years old), Semi-Private 46 $35Jan 9 Belly Dancing, Beg. 18 $35Jan 9 Chair Yoga 21 $50Jan 9 Infant Swim (6 months-4 years old) 46 $30Jan 9 Introductory Bread Baking 27 $25Jan 9 MixxedFit Dance Fitness 22 $40Jan 9 Powerhouse! 22 $35Jan 9 Sign Language, Beg. Cont. I 34 $551 Denotes one-day classes 5 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

CLASSES BY START DATEPAGE 12 DATE TITLE PAGE PRICE Jan 9 19 $40 GLASS BLOWING Jan 9 Unwind – Contemporary Dance 48 $225 Jan 9 Welding for All Levels 23 $50 Jan 9 Yoga for Stress Management 23 $35 Jan 10 Zumba Toning 46 $35 Jan 10 Aquatots (3-5 years old), Semi-Private 18 $50 Jan 10 Ballroom Dancing, Interm. 21 $50 Jan 10 Chair Yoga 40 $45 Jan 10 Crocheting, Beg. 43 $40 Jan 10 Geneaology: Climbing Your Family Tree 46 $30 Jan 10 Infant Swim (6 months-4 years old) 43 $35 Jan 10 Juggling Beg. & Interm. 47 $350 Jan 10 Open Water SCUBA Diving 45 Jan 10 Volleyball, Coed Competitive 14 $115/Team Jan 10 Woodcarving, Beg. & Adv. 22 $44 Jan 10 Yoga for Balance 22 $40 Jan 10 Yoga for Strengthening and Toning 23 $50 Jan 11 Zumba 15 $39 Jan 11 Are You Ready to Start a New Business? 17 $40 Jan 11 Ballroom Dancing, Beg. 21 $50 Jan 11 Chair Yoga 40 $45 Jan 11 Crocheting, Beg. 36 $45 Jan 11 Guitar, Beg. 38 $50 Photography: Basic Digital SLR $40 Jan 11 Sewing & Repurposing Workshop for 42 Beginners $50 Jan 11 Spanish, Beg. 35 Jan 11 Tap Dance for Exercise, Beg. 19 $65 Jan 11 Tap Dance for Exercise, Interm. 19 $35 Jan 11 Woodcraft, Adv./Open Shop 20 $35 Jan 13 Glassblowing, Beg. 12 $110 Jan 13 Learn to Swim, Child, Beg./Adv. Beg. 46 $375 Jan 13 Learn to Swim, Child, Interm./Adv. 47 $40 Jan 16 Chicago’s World Class Architecture 43 $40 Jan 16 POUND Rockout Workout 23 $54 Jan 16 Spanish, Beg. 35 $39 Jan 17 Serendipity Dyeing 41 $65 Being Creative with Color: Coloring Books & $40 Jan 18 More 11 Travel Cruising... On a Budget! $24 Jan 18 Glassblowing: Paperweights 44 Jan 21 Banjo, Beg. 12 $20 Jan 22 Fiddle, Beg. 36 $50 Jan 22 Beekeeping 101 36 $50 Jan 23 30 $50 $60WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 6 1 Denotes one-day classes

DATE TITLE PAGE PRICEJan 23 11 $45Jan 23 Bookmaking 12 $375Jan 23 Glassblowing, Beg. 38 $20 Photographing WeddingsJan 23 Sole Proprietorship & Self-Employment 16 $50 TaxesJan 24 Beekeeping 201 30 $60Jan 24 Intro to Reiki–Will I Like It? 29 $20Jan 24 Pet Portraits: Wings, Hooves, and Paws 14 $70Jan 25 Beekeeping 101 30 $60Jan 25 How to Knit Socks 40 $45Jan 25 Instant Guitar 37 $35Jan 29 Knitting with Color: Faux Fair Isle 41 $25Jan 30 Excel 2010, Beg. 15 $44Feb 1 FEBRUARY 15 $64 30Feb 5 How to Market & Publicize Your Business 11 $29 BEEKEEPINGFeb 6 Online 26 $15Feb 7 Basic Soap-Making 28 $20Feb 8 Estate Planning 101–Where There’s a Will 26 $25Feb 10 Try It: Intro to Cake Decorating 12 $50Feb 10 Foundations of Investing 14 $30Feb 11 12 $50Feb 12 Glassblowing: Heart-Making Event 38 $20Feb 12 39 $15Feb 17 Story Coin Bracelet 12 $375Feb 19 Glassblowing: Heart-Making Event 28 $20Feb 20 Better Photo Portraits 40 $40Feb 22 Medicare Unscrambled 32 $20Feb 22 Glassblowing, Beg. 36 $50Feb 27 Introductory Pizza Making 25 $15 Indigo Dyeing “Bullet” Journaling Guitar, Beg. Buying Your First HomeMar 1 MARCH 25 $15Mar 1 29Mar 3 Becoming A Landlord 101 31 $48Mar 3 CPR/AED (General Public) 42 How to Create a Lush Green Lawn $15Mar 5 Weaving: Rigid Heddle Loom 25 Breaking Up Hard to Do-Prepare for $50 HOW TO KNITMar 6 Divorce 26 $15 SOCKSMar 7 How to Sell Your Home 13 Mini Art Weavings 40$15 $541 Denotes one-day classes 7 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

CLASSES BY START DATEDATE TITLE PAGE PRICE TEACHMar 10 11 $20 FORMar 10 1-Hour Earring Duo 12 $375 USMar 11 Glassblowing, Beg. 13 $50 Glassblowing: Wine Stoppers Do you have anMar 13 Des Moines & the City Beautiful 43 $54 interesting skill, Movement craft or hobby youMar 17 Growing Orchids Everywhere 30 $39 would like to shareMar 17 Kokedama String Gardens 31 $39 with others?Mar 19 Aerobics/ H.I.I.T. Combo 21 $55Mar 19 Conversational ASL 34 $55 CALL 242-8521 OR VISITMar 19 Knitting with Color: Double Knitting 41 $25 COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG Strength and Stretch through Yoga &Mar 19 Pilates 22 $35 Share your Stop Smoking with Hypnosis expertise andMar 19 Weight Loss with Hypnosis 24 $70 experience—teach!Mar 19 Baking Cinnamon Rolls 24 $70Mar 20 Excel 2010, Beg. 27 $25 1 Denotes one-day classesMar 20 Powerhouse! 15 $44Mar 20 Spanish, Beg. 22 $35Mar 20 Zumba Toning 35 $65Mar 20 Ballroom Dancing, Interm. 23 $35Mar 21 How to Draw Portraits 18 $50Mar 21 Reiki, Level I 13 $45Mar 21 Ballroom Dancing, Beg. 29 $60Mar 22 Keep Moving: Fitness for Older Adults 17 $50Mar 23 Chill Seekers 21 $25Mar 24 Learn to Swim, Child, Beg./Adv. Beg. 30 $39Mar 24 Learn to Swim, Child, Interm./Adv. 46 $40Mar 24 Aimee & Jerry’s Couples Dance, Beg. 47 $40Mar 26 Aimee & Jerry’s Line Dance, Beg./Interm. 17 $100/CoupleMar 26 Banjo, Beg. 17 $50Mar 26 Chair Yoga 36 $50Mar 26 Club Salsa Dancing, Beg. 21 $50Mar 26 Fiddle, Beg. 18 $55Mar 26 Introduction to Chinese Martial Arts 36 $50 (Wushu)Mar 26 Restorative Yoga 45 $50 Soul Line DanceMar 26 Spanish, Beg. Cont. I 22 $40Mar 26 Spanish, Intermediate: Conversational 19 $50Mar 26 Total Body Aqua 35 $65Mar 26 Write That Children’s Book 35 $65Mar 26 Yang Style 24 Simplified Tai Chi 48 $40Mar 26 Yoga for Stress Management 32 $40Mar 26 Aquatots (3-5 years old), Semi-Private 45 $50Mar 26 23 $50Mar 27 46 $35WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 8

DATE TITLE PAGE PRICE 12 $35Mar 27 Belly Dancing, Beg. 18 $35 CALLIGRAPHYMar 27 Belly Dancing, Interm. 18 $50Mar 27 Chair Yoga 21 $50 38Mar 27 Conquer Your Fear of Speaking 43 $40Mar 27 Energize–Hip Hop Dance 18 $30 PHOTOGRAPHINGMar 27 Infant Swim (6 months-4 years old) 46 $55 WEDDINGSMar 27 Italian, Interm. 34 $40Mar 27 MixxedFit Dance Fitness 22 $20Mar 27 Photographing Weddings 38 $40Mar 27 Unwind – Contemporary Dance 19 $50Mar 27 Yoga for Stress Management 23 $35Mar 28 Aquatots (3-5 years old), Semi-Private 46 $50Mar 28 Chair Yoga 21 $45Mar 28 Crocheting, Beg. 40 $40Mar 28 Geneaology: Climbing Your Family Tree 43 $30Mar 28 Infant Swim (6 months-4 years old) 46 $35Mar 28 Juggling Beg. & Interm. 43Mar 28 Open Water SCUBA Diving 47 $350Mar 28 Woodcarving, Beg. & Adv. 14 $44Mar 28 Yoga for Balance 22 $40Mar 28 Yoga for Strengthening and Toning 22 $50Mar 28 Zumba 23 $39Mar 29 Catch-Up Chair Caning 20 $15Mar 29 Chair Caning/Hand Caning 20 $59Mar 29 Chair Yoga 21 $45Mar 29 Crocheting, Beg. 40 $45Mar 29 Italian, Beg. 34 $55Mar 29 Photography: Basic Digital SLR 38 $40Mar 29 Sewing & Repurposing Workshop, Level 2 42 $50Mar 29 Spanish, Beg. 35 $65Mar 29 Tap Dance for Exercise, Beg. 19 $35Mar 29 Tap Des Moines at the Fair 19 $35Mar 29 Ukulele, Beg. 37 $50Mar 29 Woodcraft, Adv./Open Shop 20 $110Apr 2 APRIL 11 $29Apr 2 12 $40Apr 2 Basic Soap-Making 29 $30Apr 2 Calligraphy, Beg./Interm. 14 $75Apr 3 Meditation for Balance 12 $70Apr 3 Watercolor, Beg. 15 $44 Drawing, Beg. Excel 2010, Cont.1 Denotes one-day classes 9 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

CLASSES BY START DATE DATE TITLE PAGE PRICE 45 $4432 Apr 3 Golf, Beg. & Interm. 28 $22 Apr 3 Introductory Pie Making 28 $20VEGGIE Apr 3 Try It: Intro to Cupcake Decorating 37 $50GARDENING Apr 4 Storytelling & Story Writing, Edit at Will $49 Apr 5 Facebook for Baby Boomers 15, 39 $5048 Apr 5 Re-Leaf Des Moines 31 $83 Apr 5 WordPress Websites for Beginners 16 $40TOTAL BODY Apr 7 Felting Techniques 40 $50AQUA Apr 7 Glassblowing: Two-Part Flowers 13 $15 Apr 8 The Dirt on Dirt: Creating Better Soils 31 $15 Apr 8 Veggie Gardening Planning & Design 31 $15 Apr 9 Social Security 201 for Baby Boomers 39 $375 Apr 10 Glassblowing, Beg. 12 $15 Apr 10 Retirement Living: Are You Ready? $30 Apr 10 Story Coin Bracelet 24, 39 $54 Apr 10 What Style is Your House? 14 Estate Planning 101–Where There’s a Will 44 $15 Apr 11 There’s a Way Becoming A Landlord 101 26 $15 Apr 12 Guitar, Interm. $50 Apr 12 Glassblowing, Beg. 25 $375 Apr 14 Better Photo Portraits 36 $20 Apr 16 De-Stressing Dinner 12 $25 Apr 16 Medicare Unscrambled 38 $15 Apr 16 Energy Healing–Is It For Me? 27 $20 Apr 18 Floral Painting: A Garden on Canvas 39 $45 Apr 18 Instant Guitar 29 $35 Apr 19 Retire & Travel Free 12 $35 Apr 23 Total Body Aqua 37 $40 Apr 23 Ballroom Dancing, Interm. 43 $50 Apr 25 Ballroom Dancing, Beg. 48 $50 Apr 26 Photography: Basic Digital SLR 18 $40 Apr 26 17 38 $75 May 5 MAY $60 May 6 14 $30 May 7 RAKU Pottery 33 $375 May 8 Lake Red Rock “Intro to Kayaking” Tour 13 $375 May 12 Jewelry Repair & Repurposing 12 $54 May 19 Glassblowing, Beg. 12 $60 May 20 Glassblowing, Beg. 43 $60 May 28 Architectural Photography 33 Kayaking Fundamentals I 33 Lake Red Rock “Intro to Kayaking” TourWINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 10 1 Denotes one-day classes

ARTS & CRAFTSARTS & CRAFTSTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 Explore basic color theory and how to apply it while learning how to better utilize dry color media, such as colored pencils or alcohol-based markers in our class, “Being Creative With Color: Coloring Books & More.”1 NEW 1-HOUR EARRING DUO 1 DAY $20+ BEING CREATIVE WITH COLOR: COLORINGMake two pairs of earrings in just one hour! Pierced or BOOKS & MORE 2 WKS $24+clip. Add genuine earthstones or shells, or bring yourspecial found objects to create dainty or bold earrings. Interested in adult coloring books but haven’t coloredBonus jewelry pouch included. Bring your own jewelry since you were a kid? Or do you enjoy some other creativetools or share class tools. Supply fee $20, payable to outlet but don’t feel confident enough to add color? Thisinstructor at class. class explores basic color theory and how to apply it while learning how to better utilize dry color media, such asInstr: Ruth Brail-Freeman colored pencils or alcohol-based markers (Prismacolor, Copic, etc.). Learn how to blend and combine materialsA088101C Mainframe Studios – UPcycled Arts while adding the beauty of color you see around you Sa Dec 16 11:00 a.m.-Noon every day. Estimated supply cost $15-30. Material listA088201C Mainframe Studios – UPcycled Arts available online. Sa Mar 10 11:00 a.m.-Noon Instr: Michele BaggenstossBASIC SOAP-MAKING 3 WKS $29+ A090201C Hoover High – Room 1305 6:00-8:00 p.m. Th Jan 18 Learn to make soap using the cold process method. This BOOKMAKING 4 WKS $45+process uses lye; safety will be emphasized. Make severalbars of soap with vegetable oils, scented with essential oils Did you know that in 16th-century France the kingand colored in various ways. Learn how to prepare molds, decreed standard paper sizes for bookmaking? Anyonelabels, and calculate ingredient quantities. Take home caught breaking this rule was thrown into prison.several bars to enjoy with your family. Estimated supply Make your own hardcover book and learn more of the scandalous history of books! Supply fee $15, payable tocost $7.50 per student, payable to instructor.Instr: Byron Strom instructor at class.A008201C Pleasant Hill City Library Instr: Ethan Leners Mo Feb 5 6:00-8:00 p.m.A008301C Pleasant Hill City Library A170201C Roosevelt High–Room 2860 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tu Jan 23 Mo Apr 2 6:00-8:00 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 11 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

ARTS & CRAFTSCALLIGRAPHY, BEG./INTERM. 7 WKS $40Learn the elementary strokes necessary to achievecalligraphic handwriting and then continue to refine andimprove those strokes. Bring a calligraphy cartridge penwith a 2B or medium nib and 1/4-inch graph paper.Instr: Philip BentleyA010301C Roosevelt High–Room 1253 (Drafting) Mo Apr 2 6:00-8:00 p.m.DRAWING, BEG. 5 WKS $70+Whether you are just starting in art or need to hone your “Glassblowing: Wine Stoppers” is a greatskills, this class will provide you with the foundation first-time experience in the glass studioto improve your drawing abilities. Students will learnbasic techniques such as shading, controlling tones and dates & times available, January-May. Please seecomposition layout. We will work from still life objects Community Education website for details.*and photos. Lessons are designed to build upon oneanother. Beginner and intermediate levels welcomed. Instr: Robin PaulSupply list available online; estimated supply cost $10-30.Instr: Michele Baggenstoss Madhaus Gallery–2nd FloorA282301C Hoover High–Room 1305 Saturdays various dates 9:00 a.m.-Noon Tu Apr 3 6:00-9:00 p.m. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays various dates NEW FLORAL PAINTING: A GARDEN ON CANVAS 1 NEW GLASSBLOWING: HEART-MAKING EVENT 4 WKS $45+ 1 DAY $50“I decided that if I could paint that flower in a huge scale, Learn how to make a solid glass heart in the hot shop.you could not ignore its beauty.” –Georgia O’Keeffe. Design Students learn how to add and manipulate color, and useand create breathtaking macro-type flowers while learning hand tools to form a beautiful heart. A great first timebasic floral anatomy, simple shapes and color theory, experience in the glass studio. All supplies provided.using the medium of your choice. Estimated supply cost Students select one 30-minute period to attend.$10-20 for basic supplies; color medium chosen willdetermine additional supply costs. Basic supply list Instr: Robin Paulavailable online. A223201C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor Sa Feb 10 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.Instr: Michele Baggenstoss A223202C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor Su Feb 11 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.A030301C Hoover High–Room 1305 We Apr 18 6:00-8:30 p.m.GLASSBLOWING, BEG. 3 WKS $375 1 NEW GLASSBLOWING: PAPERWEIGHTS 1 DAY $50An introductory class fully covering all basic safety, Learn how to make a paperweight in the hot shop.techniques, tools, and equipment. Students will make Students learn how to use hand tools, add and manipulatepaperweights, pulled forms such as flowers, blown forms color, and use an optic mold. A great first time experiencesuch as ornaments; learn to transfer a blown form from in the glass studio. All supplies provided. Studentspipe to punty to make a vessel, and a variety of other select one 30-minute period to attend.techniques. An excellent introduction to the art ofglassblowing. All supplies provided. *Multiple class Instr: Robin Paul A222201C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor Su Jan 21 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 12 1 Denotes one-day classes

1 NEW GLASSBLOWING: TWO-PART FLOWERS tips on repurposing jewelry components–make yourself a pair of earrings and a bracelet from one necklace, build a 1 DAY $50 necklace from a belt, and more. Bring your own jewelry tools or share class tools. Supply fee $20, payable toLearn how to make a flower head in the hot shop andfinish it with a separate stem. Students learn how to use instructor at class.hand tools, add and manipulate color, and work withthe instructor to “pull” a stem using a second color. A Instr: Ruth Brail-Freemangreat first time experience in the glass studio. All suppliesprovided. Students select one 30-minute period to attend. A094201C Mainframe Studios–UPcycled Arts Sa Jan 6 9:00 a.m.-NoonInstr: Robin Paul A094301C Mainframe Studios–UPcycled Arts A216301C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor Mo May 7 6:00-9:00 p.m. Sa Apr 7 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 1 MINI ART WEAVINGS 1 DAY $541 NEW GLASSBLOWING: WINE STOPPERS Use fun and funky yarns and a small weaving hoop to create adorable, artsy mini weavings perfect for hanging, 1 DAY $50 display, or lovely heartfelt gifts. A great way to explore fiber, colors, and weaving without investing in a hugeLearn how to make a wine stopper in the hot shop. weaving loom. Totally portable and simple. All materialsStudents learn how to add and manipulate color and then provided; if you have yarn/fabric scraps that you love,pull a glass ball with a “neck” to use as a wine stopper. Agreat first time experience in the glass studio. All supplies or would love to use, please feel free to bring them.provided. Students select one 30-minute period to attend.Instr: Robin Paul Instr: Maggie HoweA224201C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor A292201C Hoover High–Room 1305 Su Mar 11 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We Mar 7 6:00-8:00 p.m.HOW TO DRAW PORTRAITS 4 WKS $45+Learn how to create realistic portraits from photographsand/or life. Topics covered include exploring the anatomyand proportions of the human head and how it relates tocreating features for portraits; in-depth study of individualfeatures of the face (eyes, nose, and lips); how to apply andcreate hair. Medium used will be pencil, but principlestaught for creating portraits can be applied to all media.Estimated supply cost $10-20; supply list availableonline.Instr: Michele BaggenstossA285301C Hoover High–Room 1305 We Mar 21 6:00-8:00 p.m.1 NEW JEWELRY REPAIR & REPURPOSING In our “Mini Art Weavings” class, use fun and funky yarns and a small weaving hoop to create adorable, artsy mini weavings 1 DAY $30+ perfect for hanging, display, or lovely heartfelt gifts.You can DIY! Bring ALL your broken jewelry andprecious found objects to repair or repurpose; we will workon as many of your pieces as time allows. Repair clasps,resize bracelets, comfort-fit earrings, switch from piercedto clip earring, re-string pearls, string beads. Also get1 Denotes one-day classes 13 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

ARTS & CRAFTSPET PORTRAITS: WINGS, HOOVES, AND PAWS family time to share stories about your coins and found objects. Bring your own jewelry tools or share class tools. 6 WKS $70+ Supply fee $20, payable to instructor at class.Capture the soul and personality of animals as you learntechniques for drawing their portraits. Topics covered Instr: Ruth Brail-Freemaninclude: planning your painting; modeling your subjectwith value and color; animal-specific features and how A287201C Mainframe Studios–UPcycled Artsto pull it all together. All skill levels welcome. Student Sa Feb 10 9:00 a.m.-Noonchoice of medium; instructor will demonstrate in pencil,colored pencil, and oil (recommended for interm/adv A287301C Mainframe Studios–UPcycled Artsstudents only). Supply list and cost will vary ($15-50),depending upon medium selected. Tu Apr 10 6:00-9:00 p.m. WATERCOLOR, BEG. 8 WKS $75+Instr: Michele Baggenstoss Class introduces students to beginning watercolor and the use of watercolor pencils. Learn watercolor technique,A290201C Hoover High–Room 1305 the relationship of color, and how to use watercolor pencils, then create paintings using methods learned in class. Previous We Jan 24 6:00-8:00 p.m. drawing experience not required. Supply list available1 RAKU POTTERY 1 DAY $75 online; approximate supply cost $50-75. No class Jan. 15.RAKU is a Japanese word often interpreted as “enjoyment” Instr: Romona Robinsonor “happiness,” and is a form of ceramic art in which a pieceis subjected to a post-fire reduction process using sawdust, A043201C Hoover High–Room 1305paper or other materials to change its color and chemistry. No two pieces of RAKU pottery ever look alike! In this class, Mo Jan 8 6:00-8:00 p.m.participants learn about the history of RAKU pottery as wellas glazing and firing techniques. Students select and glaze A043301C Hoover High–Room 1305a piece of bisque pottery using the methods taught during the session and watch it being fired. This is a make-and-take Mo Apr 2 6:00-8:00 p.m.activity with firing assistance from the instructor. Additionalbisque pieces can be purchased for a nominal fee the day WOODCARVING, BEG. & ADV. 8 WKS $44+of the event. Students can stay all day to observe or simplyparticipate for a few hours to create their piece(s). All supplies Learn the basics, including the proper selection of wood, use of tools, determining proportion and selection ofprovided. Students select one 30-minute period to attend. projects. Class is hands-on, project-based and focuses on learning by doing. If you have a project in mind or oneInstr: Robin Paul you are working on, you may bring it with you. Bring any tools you already have; it is not necessary to purchaseA063301C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor new tools prior to 1st class. Extra tool cost: $35-50. Sa May 5 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Students will purchase tools on their own, based upon1 NEW STORY COIN BRACELET 1 DAY $30+ instructor suggestions. All skill levels welcome, butGot coins from travel or passed down through family? limited number of Beginner spots available. MajorityBring your special coins and found objects and make acharm bracelet that tells YOUR story! We’ll drill the coins of class time will be spent working on project(s) ofin class and add earth stones (agate, etc.) so you can takehome your bracelet that day. You’ll see drill techniques student’s choice. Ages 12+ with enrolled adult.and original jewelry designs. Great for “generations” Instr: James Pierce A425201C Hoover High–Wood Shop We Jan 10 7:00-9:00 p.m. A425301C Hoover High–Wood Shop We Mar 28 7:00-9:00 p.m. STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:If you need special physical accommodations, please let us know when registering. Thank you.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 14 1 Denotes one-day classes

BUSINESS & COMPUTERSBUSINESS & COMPUTERSTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521ARE YOU READY TO START A NEW BUSINESS? 2 WKS $40Are you ready to become your own boss? Thisintroductory course is designed to help you think aboutwhether you are ready to start a business. Course topicswill include financial, insurance, legal, marketing, andpersonal considerations. Students also will be directedthroughout the course where they can go for additionalresources and assistance.Instr: Morgan Leu ParkhurstB029201C Roosevelt High–Room 1060 6:00-8:00 p.m. Are you ready to become your own boss? Th Jan 11 Find out in our class, “Are You Ready to Start a New Business?”1 EXCEL 2010, BEG. 1 DAY $44Whether you are new to Excel or have some experience, fundamentals of Facebook and what you need to knowthis class is for you. Learn the ins and outs of spreadsheets, as a social media user. Specifically, you’ll learn how toformulas, and formatting. Class also covers charts, share photos, updates, and stories, and read contentimporting data, drop-down cells and more. Basic PC shared by others. This course will focus on meaningfulskills recommended. ways to engage online, keep your account safe, and avoid information overload. Students are not required to have aInstr: Laura Grove Facebook account to participate in class, however, pleaseC091201C Corinthian Baptist Church–Lower Level bring your internet-enabled device. Tu Jan 30 6:00-9:00 p.m.C091301C Corinthian Baptist Church–Lower Level Instr: Morgan Leu Parkhurst Tu Mar 20 6:00-9:00 p.m. C126301C Roosevelt High–Room 1060 Th Apr 5 6:00-8:00 p.m.1 EXCEL 2010, CONT. 1 DAY $44Expands upon concepts learned in the “Beginning” class. HOW TO MARKET & PUBLICIZE YOURMore on functions, formulas, charts and sheet-handling.Also learn about formatting cells, controlling printout, BUSINESS ONLINE 4 WKS $64macros, drop-down cells and much more. Beginner classor experience with Excel recommended. This introductory course will provide an overview on the fundamentals of online marketing strategies. Topics willInstr: Laura Grove include sales strategies, email marketing, social media marketing, and how to identify ideal, profitable customers.C093301C Corinthian Baptist Church–Lower Level We also will cover pitfalls and how to avoid them, as well as how to blend online and offline marketing strategies on Tu Apr 3 6:00-9:00 p.m. a budget.FACEBOOK FOR BABY BOOMERS 3 WKS $49 Instr: Morgan Leu ParkhurstWondering what all the excitement surrounding social B033201C Roosevelt High–Room 1060 6:00-8:00 p.m.media is about? This survey course will show you the Th Feb 1 1 Denotes one-day classes 15 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

BUSINESS & COMPUTERSSOLE PROPRIETORSHIP & SELF-EMPLOYMENTTAXES 2 WKS $50+For individuals seeking to start a Sole Proprietorship TEACHor gain clarification on reporting income and expenses FOR USon Schedule C or C-EZ. If you have $400 or more ofnet earnings from self-employed income in a single Do you have anyear, the IRS requires you to file a Schedule C or C-EZ interesting skill, craftwith your Federal 1040 tax return. Learn how to report or hobby you wouldyour income, track your expenses, and maximize your like to share with others?deductions. Course reviews starting a Sole Proprietorshipand the tax implications and benefits of being self- CALL 242-8521employed. Last 30 minutes of each class will be used as OR VISITadditional question and answer time. Material fee $10, COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORGpayable to instructor at class. Share your expertise and experience—teach!Instr: Mikki BownB044201C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 6:00-8:30 p.m. Tu Jan 23 WORDPRESS WEBSITES FOR BEGINNERS 4 WKS $83WordPress isn’t just for Bloggers! You can use WordPressas a Blog, a website, or CMS (Content ManagementSystem). In this course, you will learn how to host, install,and customize your own site. In addition, you will learnhow to add WordPress pages, a custom menu, uploadmedia files, and add a contact form. We’ll also exploresome of the many templates, widgets and plugins availableto the WordPress community. This course is designed forstudents new to WordPress. Each student will be assigneda WordPress.org website that they may work with duringclass, as well as several months after class has ended. Noneed to purchase one prior to class. Students also will haveaccess to an online classroom where they can downloadclass materials and resources. Prior to class, students musthave computer skills and knowledge of the Internet. Classfee includes textbook.Instr: Kim JarnaginC030301C Merrill Middle–Room 143 6:30-8:00 p.m. Th Apr 5 VISIT US ONLINE AT GIVE THE GIFT OF COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG LIFELONG LEARNING A Community Education Gift Certificate can be purchased for any class, or in any amount. Call 242-8521 for details!WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 16 1 Denotes one-day classes

DANSCEECTIONDANCETO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 “Ballroom Dancing for Beginners” is perfect for couples or families planning weddings. AIMEE & JERRY’S COUPLES DANCE, BEG. and prepare to have some fun. Contact the instructor with any questions at [email protected]. Ages 14 to Adult. 6 WKS $100/COUPLE No class Jan. 15.We teach Ballroom, Country, Swing, and Novelty dances.Will work with 3 different dances in each 6-week session. Instr: Aimee SheddThe guys will learn to lead with confidence and ladieswill learn to follow with patience. Join this class and begin D050201C Wright Elementary–Gymyour journey in the dance world and on to the dance floor. Contact instructor with any questions at [email protected] Mo Jan 8 6:00-7:30 p.m.*Fee is $100 per couple. Ages 14 to Adult. No class Jan. 15. D050301C Wright Elementary–Gym Mo Mar 26 6:00-7:30 p.m.Instr: Aimee SheddD078201C Wright Elementary–Gym BALLROOM DANCING, BEG. 5 WKS $50 Mo Jan 8 7:30-9:00 p.m. Taught at a slow pace for the beginning student. Dances include: Swing, Fox Trot, Waltz, and ChaCha. IdealD078301C Wright Elementary–Gym for couples or families planning weddings. No partner needed. Ages 14 to Adult. Mo Mar 26 7:30-9:00 p.m. AIMEE & JERRY’S LINE DANCE, BEG./INTERM. Instr: Leonard’s Dance Studio 6 WKS $50 D020201C South Union Elementary–Gym Come learn a variety of line dances; we start with Th Jan 11 7:00-8:30 p.m.beginning dances and work towards intermediate leveldances. When joining this class you will see that there are D020301C South Union Elementary–Gymseveral different genres of line dances and a large variety of music. We review dances throughout the course. Join us Th Mar 22 7:00-8:30 p.m. D020302C South Union Elementary–Gym Th Apr 26 7:00-8:30 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 17 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

BELLY DANCING, INTERM. 7 WKS $35 You’ve learned the basics, now it’s time to put them together for even more fun! Intermediate Belly Dance will review the basics, introduce traveling with movements, add a little shimmy to your moves, and put those moves together in a short routine. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a scarf to tie around your hips (optional). Beginning Belly Dance is required for this class. Note: use door on EAST Side of Meredith building. Front doors always locked. Ages 14 to Adult. Instr: Megan Wright D013301C Meredith Middle–S. Cafeteria Tu Mar 27 8:00-9:00 p.m. CLUB SALSA DANCING, BEG. 6 WKS $55“Intermediate Ballroom Dancing” is for the experienced Can you feel the heat? Salsa dancing is growing in student who wants to learn technique. popularity in Des Moines. Come learn and join the fun with Salsa Des Moines! This beginner class will teach basic BALLROOM DANCING, INTERM. 5 WKS $50 steps, basic turns, partner work and simple combinations of salsa dancing. At the end of this course, you will haveFor the experienced student who has some background in a good foundation and confidence to attend any Latinballroom dancing and wants to learn dancing techniques. dance party. No partner needed and no experienceDances include: Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, and Rhumba. required. Ages 14 to Adult. No class Jan 15.No partner needed. Ages 14 to Adult. Instr: Salsa Des MoinesInstr: Leonard’s Dance Studio D094201C Perkins Elementary–Gym D022201C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteria Mo Jan 8 8:00-9:00 p.m. We Jan 10 7:00-8:30 p.m. D094301C Perkins Elementary–Gym D022301C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteria Mo Mar 26 8:00-9:00 p.m. We Mar 21 7:00-8:30 p.m.D022302C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteria NEW ENERGIZE–HIP HOP DANCE 8 WKS $40 We Apr 25 7:00-8:30 p.m. Explore the world of hip-hop dance as we exercise, execute different skills and styles, and have some fun! For beginnerBELLY DANCING, BEG. 7 WKS $35 and intermediate dancers, we will work on different combinations and skills each week. The last 3 weeks weLearn to move, isolate, and appreciate your body, no will work on a final combination. Ages 16 to Adult.matter where you are in life with Beginning Belly Dance.Through this ancient art form you will learn to isolate Instr: Mari Morozarm, hip, and torso movements, as well as put a littleshimmy in your dance. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, D035301C Monroe Elementary–Gym 7:00-8:00 p.mand bring a scarf to tie around your hips (optional). Most Tu Mar 27 of all, get ready to relax and have fun! Ages 14 to Adult.Instr: Megan WrightD012201C Meredith Middle–S. Cafeteria Tu Jan 9 7:00-8:00 p.m.D012301C Meredith Middle–S. Cafeteria Tu Mar 27 7:00-8:00 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 18 1 Denotes one-day classes

DANCE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE, BEG. 8 WKS $20 TAP DANCE FOR EXERCISE, INTERM. 8 WKS $35Learn a Celtic dance form from the 1700’s. Reels, jigs and Review the basics and more challenging tap steps. Learn astrathspeys are fun to do, plus providing great aerobic new routine and get your exercise painlessly. Tap shoes areexercise to marvelous music. Wear cool, comfortable clothing optional, but necessary if you decide to perform with us.and soft shoes. Partner not required. Ages 14 to Adult. Ages 14 to Adult.Instr: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Instr: Susan HylandD095201C St. Luke’s Episcopal Church–Great Hall D071201C Perkins Elementary–Gym 8:00-9:00 p.m Th Jan 11 Mo Jan 8 7:00-8:30 p.m.SOUL LINE DANCE 6 WKS $50 TAP DES MOINES AT THE FAIR 8 WKS $35Want to have fun and learn a dance at the same time? Please pre-register. Get an early start on learning the funCome learn all the latest Soul Line Dances out. This class tap dance routine that will be performed a the Iowa Statewill also help build new relationships and be fun. All levels of Fair in August. Ages 14 to adult.dancers welcome. Ages 14 to Adult. No class Jan. 15. Instr: Susan HylandInstr: Mary Noel D100301C Perkins Elementary–Gym 8:00-9:00 p.m. Th Mar 29 D065201C Pleasant Hill Elementary–Gym Mo Jan 8 6:30-8:00 p.m.D065301C Pleasant Hill Elementary–Gym NEW UNWIND-CONTEMPORARY DANCE Mo Mar 26 6:30-8:00 p.m. 8 WKS $40TAP DANCE FOR EXERCISE, BEG. 8 WKS $35 Let the music move you as we explore the world of contemporary and lyrical dance! For beginnerLearn 10 to 15 basic tap steps used in a 3 minute tap and intermediate dancers, we will work on differentroutine. No recital but you’ll be ready to perform at your combinations and skills each week in this 8-week session,church talent show. Tap shoes are optional, but making with the last two weeks working on a final combination.noise is fun! Ages 14 to Adult. Ages 14 to adult.Instr: Susan Hyland Instr: Mari MorozD070201C Perkins Elementary–Gym 7:00-8:00 p.m. D030201C Monroe Elementary–Gym 6:00-7:00 p.m. Th Jan 11 Tu Jan 9 D070301C Perkins Elementary–Gym 7:00-8:00 p.m. D030301C Monroe Elementary–Gym 6:00-7:00 p.m. Th Mar 29 Tu Mar 27 PARENTS Classes with this symbol are youth-friendly! Check the class description for minimum ages. STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:If you need special physical accommodations, please let us know when registering. Thank you!1 Denotes one-day classes 19 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

DO-IT-YOURSELFDO-IT-YOURSELFTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 CHAIR CANING/HAND CANING 4 WKS $59+ Discover the lost art of seat-weaving as you restore your own cane chair. That chair you’ve relegated to the attic or basement will once again find prominence in your home. Learn the 7-step process of hand caning, including binding and knot tying. The chair must have holes drilled in the frame around the perimeter of the seat. Depending upon the size of the chair, some additional work at home may be required. Supply fee $22.50, payable to instructor. Please call instructor Bill Brubaker (986-5236) to discuss your project so necessary materials are available the first night of class. Chairs also are available for purchase from instructor for approx. $20-$30. Registration deadline is one week prior. Instr: Bill Brubaker Y040301C Hoover High–Room 1210 (E. Cafeteria) Th Mar 29 6:00-9:00 p.m. CATCH-UP CHAIR CANING 4 WKS $15+ A refresher course for students who have completed the “Chair Caning/Hand Caning” and need help getting started again, or want to work with a group. Supply fees will vary, depending upon particular chair needs. Please call instructor Bill Brubaker (986-5236) to discuss your project so necessary materials are available for your class. You are welcome to register for any 1 (or more) of the 4 classes; fee is $15 per class. Registration deadline is one week prior. Instr: Bill Brubaker Y045301C Hoover High–Room 1210 (E. Cafeteria) Th Mar 29 6:00-9:00 p.m.Our Do-It-Yourself courses have something for everyone— WOODCRAFT, ADV./OPEN SHOP 8 WKS $110+ from those just getting started with simple projects to advanced woodworkers. An advanced project-type course for experienced woodworkers who understand power equipment and do not need instruction. Vision GIVE THE GIFT OF and hearing protection required. Not a beginner-level course– LIFELONG LEARNING advanced woodworking experience required. Materials extra. A Community Education Gift Certificate can Instr: Ben Molloy be purchased for any class, or in any amount. Call 242-8521 for details! Y135201C Central Campus–Room 5906 (5th Floor–West) Th Jan 11 7:00-9:00 p.m. Y135301C Central Campus–Room 5906 (5th Floor–West) Th Mar 29 7:00-9:00 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 20 1 Denotes one-day classes

EXERCISE & FITNESSEXERCISE & FITNESSTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 CHAIR YOGA 8 WKS $45/$50 If you want to start a yoga practice, chair yoga is a very safe place to start! A few seated beginning poses will build strength, increase circulation and oxygenation. Likewise, if you are currently unable to get down and up again from the floor, chair yoga is the answer! There is a new focus on balance with exercises to help you maintain your balance if you are experiencing loss. Whatever your purpose, the simple stretches, along with conscious and deep breathing are effective and powerful, improving your physical well- being. Wear comfortable clothes. Sections 204 & 304 are 6 weeks and $45 each. Instr: Noreen Gosch E090201C Pleasant Hill City Library Mo Jan 8 1:00-2:00 p.m. E090202C St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Tu Jan 9 10:00-11:00 a.m. E090203C St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Take your fitness to the next level with one We Jan 10 10:00-11:00 a.m. of our many exercise courses! E090204C Merrill Middle–Library Th Jan 11 6:30-7:30 p.m.AEROBICS/ H.I.I.T. COMBO 9 WKS $55/65 E090301C Pleasant Hill City Library Mo Mar 26 1:00-2:00 p.m.H.I.I.T. Training Monday and Thursday: H.I.I.T. E090302C St. Andrew’s Episcopal ChurchTraining combines aerobic exercise and muscle work in Tu Mar 27 10:00-11:00 a.m.short bursts of intensity, followed by 1 minute rest, to suitevery fitness level! Please bring 5lb or 8lb weights and a E090303C St. Andrew’s Episcopal Churchmat. Step Aerobics Wednesday: an excellent cardiovascular workout along with both upper and lower body We Mar 28 10:00-11:00 a.m.conditioning. Please bring a mat (no weights required).Sign up for 2 or all 3 classes! NOTE: Students MUST E090304C Merrill Middle–Library 6:30-7:30 p.m.pre-register with Community Education office. *Cost Th Mar 29 is $55 for two classes/week; $65 for three classes/week. KEEP MOVING: FITNESS FOR OLDER ADULTS Fees are not pro-rated for late enrollees. 10 WKS $25/$50/$75Instr: Rhonda Judge Come to one, two or three classes weekly to maintain or improve your fitness. All classes are adaptable to yourE014201C Jefferson Elementary–Gym fitness level. Every class includes: warm up, strength, flexibility, body awareness and balance components. Mo, We, Th Jan 8 6:00-7:00 p.m. Monday’s class includes upper body exercises with 1 to 5 lb. hand weights. Wednesday’s class adds floor work onE014301C Jefferson Elementary–Gym mat and Friday’s class also has standing exercises for better Mo, We, Th Mar 19 6:00-7:00 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 21 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

mobility. NOTE: Sections 201 & 301 are 9:00-10:00am RESTORATIVE YOGA 8 WKS $40Mon & Fri, and 9:30-10:30am on Wed. $75 for 3 times Support your body’s natural healing and detoxificationper week, $50 for twice per week, $25 for once per abilities with gentle postures and breathing practices that will open and stretch your connective tissues, musclesweek. No Class March 30 and May 28. and joints. You will learn to increase flexibility, body awareness and inner strength, and reduce pain and tensionInstr: Vicki Kolbinger while promoting a peaceful mind and open heart. WearE119201C Pointe Academy comfortable clothes and bring a mat and blanket. Mo, We, Fr Jan 8 9:00-10:00 a.m.E119202C Pointe Academy Mo, We, Fr Jan 8 9:30-10:30 a.m. Instr: Patty Van MeterE119301C Pointe Academy E087201C Brubaker Elementary–Gym Mo, We, Fr Mar 23 9:00-10:00 a.m. Mo Jan 8 6:00-7:00 p.m.E119302C Pointe Academy E087301C Brubaker Elementary–Gym Mo, We, Fr Mar 23 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mo Mar 26 6:00-7:00 p.m.MIXXEDFIT DANCE FITNESS 6 WKS $40 STRENGTH AND STRETCH THROUGH YOGA &MixxedFit is a dance fitness program that is a mix of PILATES 8 WKS $35/$65explosive dancing and boot camp toning. Dance tofavorite songs (hip-hop, pop, and reggae) that you would Designed to build a stronger, leaner body, this class is adance to at a nightclub. Things are spiced up with boot non-impact workout, integrating Vinyasa Yoga for increasedcamp inspired exercises for a challenging work out. flexibility and relaxation, and Pilates for core strength. YouStudents with a variety of fitness levels welcomed. No will feel stronger, more energized, and refreshed by thisequipment, dumbbells, or awkward toning contraptions. workout! $65 for 2x per week. $35 for 1x per week. Instr: Diane StokkaInstr: Kathy Joseph E032201C Ruby Van Meter School–Gym E039201C Moore Elementary–Gym Mo, We Jan 8 5:00-6:00 p.m. Tu Jan 9 6:00-7:00 p.m. E032301C Ruby Van Meter School–Gym E039301C Moore Elementary–Gym Mo, We Mar 19 5:00-6:00 p.m. Tu Mar 27 6:00-7:00 p.m. YOGA FOR BALANCE 8 WKS $40POWERHOUSE! 8 WKS $35/65* In this all levels class we will use slow flow, yin postures, and breathing exercises to invigorate your mind, body, andGet the most out of your workout, and have fun doing it! spirit, inviting balance back into your life. Please wearThis H.I.I.T. class combines the best of cardio kickboxing,plyometrics and athletic movements alternated with comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat.strength work intervals using body weight, bands andhand weights, and finishes with an incredible core segment Instr: Patty Van Meterand deep stretches. This is a complete head to toe workoutthat will bring visible results! Bring yoga mat. *Choose E088201C Pleasant Hill Elementary–Gym either 4 weeks for $35 or 8 weeks for $65. We Jan 10 6:00-7:00 p.m. E088301C Pleasant Hill Elementary–Gym We Mar 28 6:00-7:00 p.m.Instr: Diane StokkaE019201C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteria YOGA FOR STRENGTHENING AND TONING 6 WKS $50 Tu, Th Jan 9 5:30-6:15 p.m. A gentle class to reduce physical & emotionalE019301C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteria effects of stress. Practice yoga postures that open the body, while slowing down the racing mind. The result is Tu, Th Mar 20 5:30-6:15 p.m. relaxation, greater mental clarity, improved alignment andWINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 22 1 Denotes one-day classes

EXERCISE & FITNESSphysical freedom. This class promotes flexibility, balance and POUND ROCKOUT WORKOUT 8 WKS $39strengthening. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes. Looking for a fun and unique workout that will provideInstr: Noreen Gosch cardio, strength, and core challenges? POUND is a full-body cardio jam session, combining light resistanceE085201C Monroe Elementary–Gym with constant simulated drumming to popular music. This workout fuses cardio, Pilates, and plyometric We Jan 10 6:30-7:45 p.m. movements into a 45-minute session that is so fun you won’t even realize you’re sweating! No previous experienceE085301C Monroe Elementary–Gym is necessary and all ability and fitness levels are welcome as modifications are provided. Wear workout attire and We Mar 28 6:30-7:45 p.m. bring a yoga mat; RipstixTM are provided. To learn more about this fitness craze, visit http://www.poundfit.com, orYOGA FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT 8 WKS $45*/$50 for a little background on instructor Johanna Dunlevy’s journey to POUND, visit her HelloWellness blog:For students new to yoga or those looking for a gentle “hellowellness.info”. Ages 14 to Adult.class to reduce stress and tension. Learn breath and bodyawareness, optimal posture and body mechanics. Focus Instr: Johanna Dunlevyon correct positioning of basic/traditional Yoga posturesto strengthen lower back, abdominal muscles, legs and E050201C Edmunds Elementary–Gym 6:15-7:00 p.m.upper body. Students experience meditative benefits of Tu Jan 16 Yoga through linking of breath with movements. Classpromotes balance, flexibility and stress reduction.Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes. *Section201 is 6 weeks and $45.Instr: Noreen Gosch ZUMBA TONING 8 WKS $35/65E074201C Ruby Van Meter School–Gym Zumba Toning combines body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba Mo Jan 8 6:30-7:45 p.m. moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness-party. Using light hand weights (provided) likeE074202C Jefferson Elementary–Performance Area maracas to enhance rhythm and tone all the target zones, including arms, abs, glutes and thighs, Zumba Toning is Tu Jan 9 6:30-7:45 p.m. the perfect way to sculpt your body naturally while having a total blast. Wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoesE074301C Merrill Middle–Library Mo Mar 26 6:30-7:45 p.m.E074302C Jefferson Elementary–Performance Area Tu Mar 27 6:30-7:45 p.m. and bring a water bottle. Cost is $65 for two classes/ZUMBA 8 WKS $39 week, $35 for one class/week.Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Join the Instr: Diane Stokkaexhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired,calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions E378201C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteriaof people toward joy and health. You’ll learn to dance to exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international Tu, Th Jan 9 6:30-7:15 p.m.beats while you are getting fit and your energy levels aresoaring! No previous experience is necessary and all ages E278301C Meredith Middle–N. Cafeteriaare welcome! Note: Zumba is a fitness, not a dance class! You will be taught to keep moving and modify to your Tu, Th Mar 20 6:30-7:15 p.m.own fitness level! Wear comfortable clothes, athleticshoes and bring a water bottleInstr: Cassandra CannyE277201C Ruby Van Meter School–Gym We Jan 10 6:15-7:15 p.m.E277301C Ruby Van Meter School–Gym We Mar 28 6:15-7:15 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 23 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

FAMILY & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTFAMILY & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-85211 RETIREMENT LIVING: ARE YOU READY? 1 DAY $15 students purchase a $15 reinforcement CD, payable toAre you or someone you love thinking about moving the instructor in class. For additional information, pleaseinto retirement living? We will start by discussing if the visit www.floraclinics.com.time is right to make a move. Then learn about homecare services; resources available in the community; the Instr: Ronald Floradifferent types of communities; levels of service in livingcenter; what centers cost and how you can pay for them. P201301C Merrill Middle–LibraryWe will address the myths and misconceptions that often surround retirement living; qualifying for state benefits to Mo Mar 19 8:00-9:30 p.m.pay for medical care, such as Medicaid; appropriate use ofpowers of attorney, wills, and revocable trusts; and answer 1 WEIGHT LOSS WITH HYPNOSIS 1 DAY $70+any questions. Taught by professionals who advocate forand support seniors and their families; no promotion of This is not a diet, but a change of self-image to achievespecific companies. and maintain your goal weight. You decide how much you want to lose. Achieve and maintain your goal weight withoutInstr: Terri Smith using willpower. Dr. Ronald Flora, a Des Moines native, has been offering these sessions across 20 states since 1981,P174301C Callanan Middle–Room 135 6:00-8:30 p.m. and has seen approximately 900,000 individuals. You Tu Apr 10 are given the tools to change self-image to be consistent with your conscious-level goal. Clients average a loss of1 STOP SMOKING WITH HYPNOSIS 1 DAY $70+ 7 pounds a month, and they are able to keep the weight off. This is clinical hypnotherapy, not entertainment. ForWalk out a relaxed non-smoker without withdrawal,weight gain, substitutions, or pills. Dr. Ronald Flora, a maximum results, it is strongly suggested that studentsDes Moines native, has been offering these sessions across20 states since 1981, and has seen approximately 900,000 purchase a $15 reinforcement CD, payable to theindividuals. Hypnosis helps the client develop a properself-image, bypass willpower, and change behavior in one instructor in class. For additional information, pleaseevening. This is clinical hypnotherapy, not entertainment. visit www.floraclinics.com.For maximum results, it is strongly suggested that Instr: Ronald Flora P200301C Merrill Middle–Library Mo Mar 19 6:00-8:00 p.m. CONNECT WITH US @DMPSCOMMUNITYEDWINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 24 1 Denotes one-day classes

FINANCE & INVESTMENTFINANCE & INVESTMENTTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 Take control of your finances and get your questions answered by our experienced instructors!1 NEW BECOMING A LANDLORD 101 1 DAY $15 and social security and alimony), and much more. Don’t let your break-up, break you. This class is taught byEver wonder what it takes to own a piece of rental a collaborative panel of female divorce attorneys andproperty? Wonder if it’s really nothing but a bunch of financial advisors.headaches? Wonder how investors buy their propertieswith “no money down”? This class is for you. We will Instr: Ann Merkleylearn the basics of what it takes to become a landlord.We’ll consider if it fits in your financial portfolio. F106201C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:30-8:30 p.m.Then we’ll walk you through how to evaluate your first Mo Mar 5 property. We’ll show you how to evaluate potentialtenants, how to pass a city inspection and how to work 1 BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME 1 DAY $15with contractors. Course taught by Mike Hartwig. Take a step beyond home search sites! Learn how to findInstr: Mike Hartwig the home of your dreams in this competitive market and take advantage of low interest rates to save money.F080201C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:30-8:30 p.m. You will learn how to start a home prospecting plan by Th Mar 1 hiring the right professional, navigate your way thru the negotiating process and leverage your financing optionsF080301C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:30-8:30 p.m. including a free credit consultation. Taught by licensed Th Apr 12 professionals. No promotion of specific products or companies.1 BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO-PREPAREFOR DIVORCE 1 DAY $15 Instr: Amy SchaferDivorce is hard enough by itself, so make sure you are F090201C Roosevelt High–Room 2860prepared. This class will help you understand the processand potential pitfalls of a divorce. It will cover topics Tu Feb 27 6:00-8:30 p.m.such as how to choose an attorney, custody issues, childsupport, equitable division of assets (401Ks, pensions,1 Denotes one-day classes 25 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

FINANCE & INVESTMENT1 ESTATE PLANNING 101–WHERE THERE’S A WILL 1 DAY $15Even everyday folks need an estate plan. A well-craftedestate plan saves your family undue grief and cost by ensuringyour assets are distributed as you wanted. Whether yourassets are worth thousands or hundreds of thousands, it’simportant to protect everything you worked so hard to earn.Learn how to avoid unnecessary expenses and fees, how toreduce or eliminate taxes and how to maximize the transferof your real estate, investments and personal belongings toyour loved ones and/or charitable organizations. This class istaught by an estate attorney and financial advisor.Instr: Ann MerkleyF024201C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tu Feb 6 F024301C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 Build your investor IQ by understanding the basics. Take “Foundations of Investing” to learn more! We Apr 11 6:30-8:30 p.m.FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTING 2 WKS $25 1 HOW TO SELL YOUR HOME 1 DAY $15Building your investor IQ starts with understanding the How do you attract buyers in this historical real estatebasics. Don’t let the fear of the unknown prevent you from market? What improvements are necessary? Learn aboutinvesting in your future. Getting started can be easier creative marketing plans, cost effective improvements &than you think. Whether you are new to investing or need home staging, setting the right price, the art of negotiatinga refresher, “Foundations of Investing” will help you learn and how to use your equity to plan a successful move.more about the key features of bonds, stocks and mutual You will also discuss an outline of seller responsibilitiesfunds, the importance of asset allocation, and the impact and costs. Taught by a licensed professional with focusof inflation on your long-term goals. No promotion of on using a real estate agent. No promotion of specificspecific products or companies. products or services.Instr: Kevin Pearson Instr: Amy SchaferF040201C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:30-8:30 p.m. F073201C Roosevelt High–Room 1820 6:00-8:30 p.m. Th Feb 8 Tu Mar 6 REGISTER ONLINE! Here’s how it works:Fast and easy—it’s thebest way to register. 1. To access the web store, go to commed.dmschools.org and click on “Take a Class,” then “Enroll.”We’ve upgraded our registrationsystem to better serve you. 2. Click on your topic of interest (i.e., Exercise & Fitness). 3. Within topic area, click on your desired class (i.e., Yoga), and the corresponding class number. 4. Within class area, choose “CLICK HERE” to register. 5. Login or create your account, and proceed to complete registration.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 26 1 Denotes one-day classes

FOOD & NUTRITIONFOOD & NUTRITIONTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 You’ve smelled the enticing aroma at the mall, now you can bake your own! Take our “Baking Cinnamon Rolls” class.1 BAKING CINNAMON ROLLS 1 DAY $25+ bring a list of items in your pantry and freezer to design a custom week of menus and create a supplemental shoppingYou’ve smelled the enticing aroma at the mall, now you list. Plenty of time for discussion and questions. Taughtcan bake your own! Learn tips on avoiding flat, hard, by a classically trained chef with professional organizingor misshapen rolls, and learn about working with yeast experience.dough while you make a pan of rolls to take home. Smallclass size allows for individual attention. Lots of handouts Instr: Amanda Riordanprovided and samples of recipes to taste. Bring 4 qt.mixing bowl, 9-inch square or round cake pan, instant- N100301C Merrill Middle–Room 135read thermometer, dish cloth and towel. You may also bring a sack supper/snacks and beverage to enjoy while the Mo Apr 16 6:30-8:30 p.m.dough rises. Supply costs of $10 payable to instructor. 1 INTRODUCTORY BREAD BAKING 1 DAY $25+Registration deadline is March 13. If you have not baked with yeast or been satisfied withInstr: Gayl Siegel past attempts, this is the class for you to build confidence and take the mystery out of bread baking! Small class sizeN044301C Goodrell Middle–Room 1074 allows individual attention while you create a whole grain sandwich loaf to take home. Lots of handouts provided Tu Mar 20 5:30-9:30 p.m. and samples of recipes to taste. Bring 4 qt. mixing bowl, an 8-1/2” x 4-1/2” loaf pan, dish cloth and towel. You mayDE-STRESSING DINNER 2 WKS $25 also bring a sack supper/snacks and beverage to enjoy while the bread rises. Supply costs of $15 payable to instructorMake sense of your kitchen so you can make dinners that include instant-read thermometer, and flour sack cottonare less expensive, less stressful, and that your family willactually eat and enjoy! Learn to think like a chef as you towel to keep. Registration deadline is Jan. 5.apply the concept of “mise en place”–putting everythingin place to make your kitchen work for you. Week 1, we’ll Instr: Gayl Siegeltackle kitchen organization, food waste, and the costs ofdining out and repeat trips to the store. For week 2, you’ll N045201C Goodrell Middle–Room 1074 Tu Jan 9 5:30-9:30 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 27 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

FOOD & NUTRITION1 INTRODUCTORY PIE MAKING 1 DAY $22+Learn to make a double crust fruit pie from scratch. Small TEACHclass size allows individual attention while you create an FOR USattractive pie with a tender, flaky crust and filling thatdoesn’t run onto your plate. Lots of handouts provided Do you have anand samples of recipes to taste. Supply costs of $10 interesting skill, craft or hobby you wouldpayable to instructor. like to share with others?Instr: Gayl Siegel CALL 242-8521 OR VISITN042301C Goodrell Middle–Room 1074 COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG Tu Apr 3 5:30-9:00 p.m. Share your expertise and experience—teach!1 INTRODUCTORY PIZZA MAKING 1 DAY $20+ CONNECT WITH USWhy order out when you can make your favorite pizza athome? Find out how fun and easy it is to make delicious @DMPSCOMMUNITYEDhome-made pizza and learn about basic yeast dough whilemaking a cheese pizza to take home. Small class sizeallows individual attention. Lots of handouts provided andsamples of recipes to taste. Bring large pizza stone (or pizzapan), oven mitts, dish cloth and towel. Supply costs of $7payable to instructor. Registration deadline Feb. 14.Instr: Gayl SiegelN060201C Goodrell Middle–Room 1074 Mo Feb 19 5:30-9:00 p.m.1 TRY IT: INTRO TO CAKE DECORATING 1 DAY $20+Take home your very own decorated edible work of art.You will learn how to level, torte, fill, and ice your cake.You will also learn the techniques to create a perfectdesign! Please bring $20 to class to purchase kit.Supply list will be sent after registration.Instr: D’anne DzonN031201C Merrill Middle–Room 135 We Feb 7 6:00-8:00 p.m1 NEW TRY IT: INTRO TO CUPCAKEDECORATING 1 DAY $20+You will learn 6 different cupcake designs that are sure toimpress your friends. No skills necessary. Children 13 &up are welcome. Please bring $15 to class to purchasekit. Supply list will be sent after registration.Instr: D’anne DzonN033301C Merrill Middle–Room 135 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tu Apr 3 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 28 1 Denotes one-day classes

HEALTH & WSEELCLTBIEOINNGHEALTH & WELLBEINGTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-85211 CPR/AED 1 DAY $48CPR Heartsaver w/AED certification offered through TheAmerican Heart Association. A 2-hour DVD class withhands on practice for adult, child, and infant, as well as helpfor a choking victim. Price includes $20 certification fee.Instr: Elizabeth BennettH078201C Windsor Elementary–Library (Room 110) Th Mar 1 6:00-8:00 p.m.1 ENERGY HEALING–IS IT FOR ME? 1 DAY $20 Focus on your health and wellbeing by trying something new!Throughout the history of mankind, there have been 1 MEDITATION FOR BALANCE 1 DAY $20many different energy healing techniques practicedaround the world. So which ones would work for you: Balance the mind, breath, body, activities, relationships byHealing Touch, Reiki, Emotion Freedom Technique, beginning with the foundation: the present moment. HowQuantum Touch, Unlimited Breath, Unlimited Body, or do we practice meditation? What is the appropriate practicemany more? Let’s talk about some of the modalities and for me now? This class will cover meditation techniquesanswer questions. Teacher: Kathleen McLean (515-266- scientifically shown to change body physiology and regulate4277) has been in the Healing Arts since 1986; she is a thoughts. Taught by Eric Daishin McCabe, a Soto ZenHealing Touch Practitioner, Reiki Master/Teacher and Buddhist monk and practitioner of meditation for 22 years.many other Healing Modalities. Instr: Eric Daishin McCabeInstr: Kathleen McLean E190301C Roosevelt High–Room 2860 E044301C Callanan Middle–Room 134 Mo Apr 2 5:00-6:30 p.m. We Apr 18 7:00-8:30 p.m. REIKI, LEVEL I 2 WKS $601 INTRO TO REIKI–WILL I LIKE IT? 1 DAY $20 Reiki is a form of energy healing, which uses a simple hands-on healing technique. Reiki is one of the mostLet’s talk about Reiki and answer questions. Reiki is common forms of alternative energy healing in the worldan amazingly simple technique to learn. It is an energy right now. Reiki treats the whole person including body,technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effectspromotes and can help support the body to facilitate an that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security andenvironment for healing on all levels physical, mental, and wellbeing. Teacher: Kathleen McLean (515-266-4277)emotional. Teacher: Kathleen McLean (515-266-4277) has been in the Healing Arts since 1986; she is a Healinghas been in the Healing Arts since 1986; she is a Healing Touch Practitioner, Reiki Master/Teacher and many otherTouch Practitioner, Reiki Master/Teacher and many other Healing Modalities.Healing Modalities.Instr: Kathleen McLean Instr: Kathleen McLeanE093201C Callanan Middle–Room 134 E025301C Callanan Middle–Room 134 We Jan 24 6:30-8:00 p.m. We Mar 21 6:00-9:00 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 29 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

HOME & GARDENHOME & GARDENTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521BEEKEEPING 101 6 WKS $60+Learn how to successfully keep honey bees to increase theyield of your kitchen garden, to have a trusted source forlocal honey, and to help the environment. Julia McGuire, asuccessful beekeeper and the coordinator of the Des MoinesBackyard Beekeepers club, will use a state-issued syllabusto teach you how to care for honey bees for the upcominggrowing season. Estimated book cost is $10 per student,payable to instructor. Section 202: No class Feb. 8.H011201C Merrill Middle–Room 118 7:00-9:00 p.m. Tu Jan 23 H011202C Merrill Middle–Room 118 7:00-9:00 p.m. Th Jan 25 NEW BEEKEEPING 201 6 WKS $60Beekeepers with one or two winters behind them willlearn to care for overwintered bees, tactics for dealing withswarming, and how to split hives. Handouts provided.Instr: Julia McGuireH010201C Merrill Middle–Room 118 We Jan 24 7:00-9:00 p.m. Learn how to successfully keep honey bees to increase the yield of your kitchen garden, to have a trusted source for local honey,1 NEW CHILL SEEKERS 1 DAY $39 and to help the environment. Our Beekeeping courses will show you how.Start the potting season off early in this exciting class! In 1 GROWING ORCHIDS EVERYWHERE 1 DAY $39this class, you will create a 10” planter to take home withyou using a mixture of spring annuals, such as pansies and Learn how easy it is to grow orchids in your home. Wesnapdragons. We then will add spring blooming bulbs to will discuss the easiest orchids to grow that are best suitedcreate the perfect spring display. All of the plants offered to your conditions; how to avoid common mistakes within this class are tolerant of any weather that early spring growing orchids; keeping plants healthy; and how to getweather can bring! All supplies provided. Registration orchids to rebloom. Once the informational session has been completed, you will select an orchid and transplant itdeadline March 16. into a new container to take home with you. All supplies provided. Registration deadline March 9.Instr: Ted Lare StaffH224301C Ted Lare Staff Mar 24 9:00-11:00 a.m. Instr: Ted Lare Staff Sa H231301C Ted Lare Staff Mar 17 9:00-11:00 a.m. Sa WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 30 1 Denotes one-day classes

1 NEW HOW TO CREATE A LUSH GREEN LAWN 1 DAY $15Do you long for a lush green lawn? Come to this classto learn how to create that beautiful perfect lawn.Topics will include different types of turf, cultural habits,soil, fertilization and mowing heights and frequencies.Bring your questions! You will receive a $10 gift cardat the end of this class to be used in the garden center.Registration deadline Feb. 23.Instr: Ted Lare StaffH247301C Ted Lare Staff Mar 3 9:00-11:00 a.m. Sa 1 KOKEDAMA STRING GARDENS 1 DAY $39A variant of bonsai, these Japanese String Gardens have Learn how to identify, plant and maintain trees, and combat thebecome an internet sensation! You will learn how to take destruction of the Emerald Ash Borer in “Re-Leaf Des Moines.”a plant out of its pot and to encase the roots in a ball ofmoss, tying it and then hanging the plant with string or 1 NEW THE DIRT ON DIRT: CREATING BETTERdisplaying in a clay dish. Many plants can be grown thisway including ferns, orchids, houseplants, African violets, SOILS 1 DAY $15and more! You will create two of your own string gardenplants to take home. All supplies provided. Registration Do you have poor soil for growing? Then this class is for you! Learn how to create better soil for growing yourdeadline March 9. landscape plants and vegetable gardens. We’ll discuss soil amendments and how to use various organic matterInstr: Ted Lare Staff to create better soils. The roles of tilling, chemicals, and other amendments also will be discussed. You will receiveH245301C Ted Lare Design Build Sa Mar 17 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. a $10 gift card at the end of class to be used in the garden center. Registration deadline April 1.RE-LEAF DES MOINES 6 WKS $50 Instr: Ted Lare StaffIncrease the value and beauty of your home and H248301C Ted Lare Design Buildneighborhood with trees. Learn how to identify, plant Su Apr 8 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.and maintain trees, and combat the destruction of theEmerald Ash Borer. This enhanced hands-on class will be 1 NEW VEGGIE GARDENING PLANNING & DESIGN taught by industry professionals and forestry professorsin both indoor and outdoor settings. Topics include: tree 1 DAY $15identification; selection and placement including landscapedesign for streets and yards; pruning, planting, disease and Would you like to create a beautiful yet functionalinsect management; risk assessment; selecting a qualified tree vegetable garden? Come to this class to learn about howservice; and much more. Class includes reference material to plant and design your garden space from smaller toand is the first step to earn Des Moines Tree Steward larger areas. Topics will include containers, raised beds,Certification. All knowledge levels welcome. International rowing and spacing, sunlight considerations, and gardenSociety of Arboriculture (ISA) CEUs applied for. aesthetics. You will receive a $10 gift card at the end of this class to be used in the garden center. Registration deadline April 1.Instr: Tree Des Moines Instr: Ted Lare StaffH111301C Roosevelt High–Room 1830 6:30-8:30 p.m. H228301C Ted Lare Design Build 2:00-4:00 p.m. Th Apr 5 Su Apr 8 1 Denotes one-day classes 31 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

JOURNALISM & WRITING JOURNALISM & WRITING TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521“BULLET” JOURNALING 2 WKS $20+Making lists is a great way to feel less overwhelmedabout things you need to do in life. But, sometimes our“organization” is not that organized. You find lists onpads, scraps of paper and sticky notes everywhere. If thissounds like you–and you’re a fan of pen and paper–bulletjournaling may be the way to go. With bullet journaling,you can take all those notes, life goals, and long- andshort-term plans and store them in one spot. Class covershow to set up the basic bullet journal; creating lists; usingcollections; and how to make it creative and fun. As anadded feature, we’ll discuss time management as well.Supply list available online; estimated supply cost$15-50, depending upon student preferences.Instr: Michele BaggenstossJ175201C Hoover High–Room 1305 6:00-8:00 p.m. Th Feb 22 WRITE THAT CHILDREN’S BOOK 4 WKS $40 With bullet journaling, you can take notes, record life goals, and long- and short-term plans and store them in one spot.Learn the ins and outs of writing children s books. Takea stab at writing your own book. Learn ideas from an REMINDERSaward-winning, published bilingual author. Tips onthe importance of grammar, fun messages, proofing,publication options, and more. Freedom to ask questions!Have some fun while you learn! Ages 12 to Adult.Instr: Ann MorrisJ059301C Roosevelt High–Room 2870 Mo Mar 26 7:00-8:30 p.m. No smoking on Please turn off your school grounds cell phone during class PARENTS Classes with this symbol are youth-friendly! Check the class description for minimum ages.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 32 1 Denotes one-day classes

KAYAKING-PADDLINGKAYAKING-PADDLINGTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-85211 KAYAKING FUNDAMENTALS I 1 DAY $60 1 LAKE RED ROCK “INTRO TO KAYAKING” TOUR Best course for paddlers seeking their first instruction, 1 DAY $60or first-time kayakers looking to learn the basic skills.Discuss the basics of boat control, risk reduction, hazard Discover a few of the basic skills required to kayak andidentification, and other safe paddling practices. Learn then apply them as you enjoy a brief tour of the sandstonehow to perform a proper wet exit, as well as how to land cliffs along Lake Red Rock. Learn how to size a paddle;and launch your kayak. Class also covers the fundamental methods for launching and landing a kayak withoutstrokes and proper technique to develop sound paddling tipping; how to use torso rotation to move forward; howhabits. Lunch/beverages not provided; all other body position and blade placements help turn and control your kayak; and more. Skills will be applied as the groupequipment provided by instructor. Please include meanders along the shoreline of Elk Rock State Park. You’ll view high sandstone cliffs and a variety of wildlife. Pleaseapprox. height & weight when registering to ensure include approximate height & weight when registeringcorrect kayak is available. Children age 9 & up may take to ensure correct gear is available. Prior experience notthe class if with an enrolled adult. Registration deadline1 week prior to class date. Additional info: Held at Lake required. Registration deadline 1 week prior to classAhquabi, meet at the boat rental building near the beach.Bring a change of clothes and dress to get wet. date. Please visit www.canoesportoutfitters.com for information regarding what to bring, where to meet, expectations, etc.Instr: Jeff Holmes Instr: Jeff HolmesG090301C Lake Ahquabi–Boat Rental G136301C Lake Red Rock–Elk Rock State Park Su May 20 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Su May 6 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. G136302C Lake Red Rock–Elk Rock State Park Mo May 28 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.REGISTER ONLINE! Here’s how it works:Fast and easy—it’s thebest way to register. 1. To access the web store, go to commed.dmschools.org and click on “Take a Class,” then “Enroll.”We’ve upgraded our registrationsystem to better serve you. 2. C lick on your topic of interest (i.e., Exercise & Fitness). 3. Within topic area, click on your desired class (i.e., Yoga), and the corresponding class number. 4. Within class area, choose “CLICK HERE” to register. 5. Login or create your account, and proceed to complete registration.1 Denotes one-day classes 33 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

LANGUAGES & CULTURES LANGUAGES & CULTURES TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 NEW CONVERSATIONAL ASL 6 WKS $55 You know the sign... you can fingerspell... but now what?! This class will help you develop your receptive and expressive sign language skills by incorporating interactive activities, mini lessons, and more in an exclusively signing environment. Pre-requisite: Completed Sign Language, Beg. Cont. I and/or possess the ability to have a conversation in sign language only. Instr: Heidi Parrow L075301C Capitol View Elementary–Room 118 Mo Mar 19 6:00-8:00 p.m. ITALIAN, BEG. 8 WKS $55 Introduction to the basics of the language and its phonetic system. Specialized vocabularies to meet basic conversational needs at home and abroad. Explanation of grammar and present tense of this highly inflected language. Small materials fee included in cost. Instr: Giovanni Leo L041301C Central Academy–Room 3013 Th Mar 29 6:00-7:30 p.m. ITALIAN, INTERM. 8 WKS $55 Continued conversational and grammatical studies with new vocabulary and past & future tenses for students who have completed Beginning Italian. Small materials fee included in cost. Learn a language Instr: Giovanni Leo and immerse yourself in L042301C Central Academy–Room 3013 a new culture! Tu Mar 27 6:00-7:30 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org SIGN LANGUAGE, BEG. CONT. I 6 WKS $55 This course is for someone who has completed the Sign Language, Beg. class or has previous sign language experience. You will continue to learn basic vocabulary, grammar, and conversational phrases in American Sign Language. The incorporation of games and activities will 34 1 Denotes one-day classes

help test your receptive and expressive signing skills whilehaving fun. No books or dictionaries are required. Youwill be provided with handouts and online resources toassist you in the learning process and enable individualpractice. Ages 14 to adult.Instr: Heidi ParrowL073201C Capitol View Elementary–Room 118 Tu Jan 9 6:00-8:00 p.m.SPANISH, BEG. 8 WKS $65+Start your journey to learn Spanish, no experienceneeded! A variety of class instruction supports you incomprehending common daily usage and understandingbasic structural rules. You will read, write and speakSpanish with other students under the guidance ofan enthusiastic instructor. $5 book fee to be paid toinstructor at first class. Book-compatible CD is alsoavailable for purchase from instructor for $5.Instr: Marcia FosterL081201C Roosevelt High–Room 2070 7:00-9:00 p.m. Th Jan 11 L081301C Roosevelt High–Room 2070 7:00-9:00 p.m. Take another step on our journey to learn Spanish Th Mar 29 in our “Intermediate Spanish” course.Instr: Barb HarringtonL081202C Hoover High–Room 1155 NEW SPANISH, INTERMEDIATE: CONVERSATIONAL Tue Jan 16 6:30-8:30 p.m. 8 WKS $65+L081302C Hoover High–Room 1155 This class will focus on conversation. There will be opportunities to talk in pairs and groups. There will Tue Mar 20 6:30-8:30 p.m. be listening exercises as well. Students will be expected to speak Spanish in class. It is not recommended forSPANISH, BEG. CONT. I 8 WKS $65 beginning students. Purchase textbook: McGraw- Hill’s “Practice Makes Perfect, Spanish ConversationTake step two on your journey to learn Spanish, after our Premium” 2nd edition before class for $16.Beginners class or some previous instruction. A varietyof class instruction continues your comprehension and Instr: Marcia Fosterconversation skills. You will build vocabulary and expandyour verbal skills using the present tense. Class text and L089301C Roosevelt High–Room 2070materials provided. Mo Mar 26 7:00-9:00 p.m.Instr: Carl McPhersonL082301C Roosevelt High–Room 2020 Mo Mar 26 6:30-8:30 p.m. PARENTS Classes with this symbol are youth-friendly! Check the class description for minimum ages.1 Denotes one-day classes 35 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

MUSIC & THEATRE ARTS MUSIC & THEATRE ARTS TO REGISTER VISIT COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG OR CALL 515-242-8521 Learn to play a southern old-time fiddle by ear. No experience necessary to take “Fiddle for Beginners.”BANJO, BEG. 5 WKS $50 GUITAR, BEG. 6 WKS $50Fun introduction to playing southern old-time Did you get a new guitar and don’t know where to start?clawhammer banjo by ear. No experience necessary. Play Have an old guitar that you never learned to play? Thisa tune in the first session. Final session overlaps to play class is set in a relaxed and fun group atmosphere. Learnwith fiddle class. For information, to reserve a rental basic chords, strumming, and finger picking patterns. Students must bring a guitar to class. Ages 12 to Adult.instrument, or for inspection or repair of a banjo call Section 202 no class Mar. 15.the instructor at (515) 689-1434. Ages 12 to Adult.Instr: Dave Losure Instr: Dirk PostM055201C Monroe Elementary–Library M020201C Hoover High–Room 1300 Th Jan 11 Mo Jan 22 6:15-7:45 p.m. 7:00-9:00 p.m.M055301C Monroe Elementary–Library M020202C Hoover High–Room 1300 Th Feb 22 Mo Mar 26 6:15-7:45 p.m. 7:00-9:00 p.m.FIDDLE, BEG. 5 WKS $50 GUITAR, INTERM. 6 WKS $50Learn to play southern old-time fiddle by ear! No experience You have taken the first step and want to learn more.necessary. Play a tune in the first session. Final session This class is for you. Learn picking techniques, 2nd chordoverlaps to play with banjo class. For information, to reserve positions, scales, strumming patterns, guitar care. Lots ofa rental instrument, or for inspection or repair of a violin fun. Bring your own guitar. Ages 12 to Adult.call the instructor at (515) 689-1434. Ages 12 to Adult. Instr: Dirk PostInstr: Dave Losure M019301C Hoover High–Room 1300 Th Apr 12 M030201C Monroe Elementary–Library 7:00-9:00 p.m. Mo Jan 22 8:00-9:30 p.m.M030301C Monroe Elementary–Library Mo Mar 26 8:00-9:30 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 36 1 Denotes one-day classes

1 INSTANT GUITAR 1 DAY $35+Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar, but can’t findthe time? In just a few hours you can learn enough aboutplaying the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment.This crash course will teach you some basic chords andget you playing along with your favorite songs rightaway. Bring your acoustic guitar. Material fee of $15 forinstructional supplies to be paid to instructor at theclass. Ages 12 to Adult.Instr: Phil BuntenbachM026201C Hoover High–Room 1182 6:00-8:30 p.m. Th Jan 25 M026301C Hoover High–Room 1182 6:00-8:30 p.m. Th Apr 19 STORYTELLING & STORY WRITING, EDIT AT WILL Ukulele for beginners is your chance to learn a fun and unique instrument. 5 WKS $50 REMINDERSLearn how to write and tell personal and family historystories, adapt world myths and legends, journal and writeand perform poetry. This class will also take you throughthe history of storytelling, what it does to the brain andwhy it is important in today’s society. During the fourweeks students will receive handouts, and informationabout writing and storytelling groups, conferences andfestivals all over the world.Instr: Maureen KorteM075301C Roosevelt High–Room 2870 We Apr 4 7:00-9:00 p.m.UKULELE, BEG. 5 WKS $50Want to learn to play the ukulele? Then this is your No smoking on Please turn off yourchance. This class will teach you the basics and get you school grounds cell phone during classplaying faster than you though possible. Plus playingthe ukulele is just downright fun! Students must bring asoprano, concert, or tenor ukulele to class.Instr: Kay Scott ADVERTISE WITH US!M028301C Roosevelt High–Library 6:00-7:30 p.m. Reach more of your audience than ever. Th Mar 29 Advertise your business or service right here! • Choose from a variety of sizes/options • Audience of more than 70,000 each session • Share your message without limit in digital format Find out more: [email protected]_1 Denotes one-day classes 37 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-85211 BETTER PHOTO PORTRAITS 1 DAY $20Learn to make better portraits of family and friends by making the best use of natural light, artificial light, posing,lenses, perspective, and more. Ages 15 to Adult.Instr: Gilbert LeaV017201C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Mo Feb 12 7:00-9:00 p.m.V017301C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Mo Apr 16 7:00-9:00 p.m.1 PHOTOGRAPHING WEDDINGS 1 DAY $20This one-day class will give the ins and outs of photographing a wedding. Learn the equipment, lenses, and lighting forindoor and outdoor weddings and poses to get the best shots. Get ideas for the timeline to complete the photos start tofinish. Photos before or after the ceremony. Great information for family members who want to take wedding picturesas well as those wanting to be paid for their photography.Instr: Paula MaxheimV601201C Merrill Middle–Library Tu Jan 23 6:30-8:30 p.m.V601301C Merrill Middle–Library Tu Mar 27 6:30-8:30 p.m.PHOTOGRAPHY: BASIC DIGITAL SLR 4 WKS $40Learn your camera controls. Learn the basics about aperture, ISO, action photography, depth of field, lighting,metering, composition, night photography, and more. This is a class for digital SLR cameras. Ages 15 to Adult.Instr: Gilbert LeaV129201C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Th Jan 11 7:00-9:00 p.m.V129301C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Th Mar 29 7:00-9:00 p.m.V129302C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Th Apr 26 7:00-9:00 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 38 1 Denotes one-day classes

SENIOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESSENIOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521FACEBOOK FOR BABY BOOMERS 3 WKS $49Wondering what all the excitement surrounding social Learn the fundamentals of Facebook and what you need to know as amedia is about? This survey course will show you the social media user in our “Facebook for Baby Boomers” class.fundamentals of Facebook and what you need to knowas a social media user. Specifically, you’ll learn how to center; what centers cost and how you can pay for them.share photos, updates, and stories, and read content We will address the myths and misconceptions that oftenshared by others. This course will focus on meaningful surround retirement living; qualifying for state benefits toways to engage online, keep your account safe, and avoid pay for medical care, such as Medicaid; appropriate use ofinformation overload. Students are not required to have a powers of attorney, wills, and revocable trusts; and answerFacebook account to participate in class, however, please any questions. Taught by professionals who advocate for and support seniors and their families; no promotion ofbring your internet-enabled device. specific companies.Instr: Morgan Leu ParkhurstC126301C Roosevelt High–Room 1060 6:00-8:00 p.m. Th Apr 5 1 MEDICARE UNSCRAMBLED 1 DAY $15Learn about your rights, options and entitlements when it Instr: Terri Smithcomes to the Medicare program. We’ll cover the recurringhospital deductible, the fact that Medicare does not cover P174301C Callanan Middle–Room 135 6:00-8:30 p.m.Long Term Care and the solutions that are available to Tu Apr 10 you. We’ll also review the difference between a MedigapPolicy and a Medicare Advantage Plan and explain open 1 SOCIAL SECURITY 201 FOR BABY BOOMERS enrollment periods. Taught by a licensed professional with 1 DAY $15no promotion of specific products or services. Handoutsand time for questions so you can understand health care Are you approaching age 62? Regardless of age, are youcoverage in retirement. wondering about Social Security benefits for you or your spouse? Learn why Social Security is not going broke, andInstr: John Strawn why it’s not enough for retirement but still an important source of retirement income. Then learn the key factorsF155201C Merrill Middle–Room 115 for choosing your age to start Social Security and recent changes that impact your decision. Planning ahead will Mo Feb 12 6:30-8:30 p.m. allow you to maximize your benefits and minimize your taxes! Taught by licensed professionals, handouts providedF155301C Merrill Middle–Room 115 and questions answered. Mo Apr 16 6:30-8:30 p.m.1 RETIREMENT LIVING: ARE YOU READY? 1 DAY $15 Instr: Loren MerkleAre you or someone you love thinking about moving F150301C Merrill Middle–Room 125 (Lecture Room)into retirement living? We will start by discussing if the time is right to make a move. Then learn about home Mo Apr 9 6:00-7:30 p.m.care services; resources available in the community; thedifferent types of communities; levels of service in living1 Denotes one-day classes 39 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

SEWING & NEEDLE ARTS SEWING & NEEDLE ARTS TO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 Learn the basics of crocheting in our introductory course.CROCHETING, BEG. 8 WKS $45+ HOW TO KNIT SOCKS 6 WKS $45+Learn single, double, half-double, treble, and more, Learn how to make socks using the magic loop method,including how to read patterns. Class for the real starting from the toe. Both socks will be made at the samebeginner. Bring G, H or I hook and a skein of pale time. You will learn the Turkish cast-on for a seamless toe, a very simple short-row heel method, and Elizabethyarn. Materials extra. Zimmermann’s Sewn bind off. After completion, you will be able to use these three techniques for almost any sockInstr: Rhonda E. Anderson (Sections 201, 301) & design you desire. Prerequisite: Must be an intermediateVictoria Carrington (Sections 202, 302) knitter who is proficient at knitting and purling,W010201C Pleasant Hill City Library increasing and decreasing. Supply list available online. We Jan 10 6:00-8:00 p.m.W010202C Roosevelt High–Room 1850 6:30-8:30 p.m. Instr: Diane L. Jespersen Th Jan 11 W010301C Pleasant Hill City Library W111201C Meredith Middle–Room 5560 We Mar 28 6:00-8:00 p.m. Th Jan 25 6:30-8:30 p.m.W010302C Roosevelt High–Room 1850 6:30-8:30 p.m. Th Mar 29 1 NEW INDIGO DYEING 1 DAY $40+1 FELTING TECHNIQUES 1 DAY $40+ Explore plant and science magic with indigo! Indigo is a plant dye that’s used to create beautiful blue colors. We will talkLearn about basic felting techniques (wet felting and briefly about the history of indigo and the science of vat dyes,needle felting), materials, and supplies, and then create at and demonstrate some techniques to help you create beautifulleast two different projects, including felted beads, balls, designs on your items. We provide an indigo vat and twoand one flat decorative piece. Supplies provided; $20 items for you to dye; create your own custom indigo-dyed silk scarf and cotton handkerchief. If you would like to bring onesupply fee payable to instructor. or two more items to dye, please do! Possible items include: natural fiber cloth or clothing items, natural fiber yarns, orInstr: Robin Paul even items made from bone, wood, or leather. All materialsW128201C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor provided; $15 supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Jan 6 9:00 a.m.-NoonW128301C Madhaus Gallery–2nd Floor Sa Apr 7 9:00 a.m.-Noon Instr: Maggie Howe W181201C Hoover High–Room 1305 6:00-7:30 p.m. Tu Feb 20 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 40 1 Denotes one-day classes

NEW KNITTING WITH COLOR: DOUBLE KNITTING quarter of cotton fabric. Students may take advantage of 3 WKS $25 the dyestuffs and dye as many scarves/fabric they like for an extra small fee paid directly to the instructor. (Hint:Basic knowledge of knitting required.* Create a seamless This is a GREAT way to make some fabric or scarves forbag with straight needles and hotpad with a positive and gifting or sewing a very special project.) All materialsnegative side! Supply list available online. *Cast on, knitstitch, purl stitch, increase, decrease, knit in the round, provided; $15 supply fee payable to instructor at class.bind off, weave in ends. Instr: Maggie HoweInstr: Tamara Sprole W180201C Hoover High–Room 1305 W116301C Callanan Middle–Room 139 We Jan 17 6:00-7:30 p.m. Mo Mar 19 6:30-8:30 p.m.NEW KNITTING WITH COLOR: FAUX FAIR ISLE 3 WKS $25Basic knowledge of knitting required.* Add pizzazz tostockinette or garter stitch with faux fair isle, a techniquethat uses two colors (often one variegated and one solid)to create fun patterns, one color at a time. Supply listavailable online. *Cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, increase,decrease, knit in the round, bind off, weave in ends.Instr: Tamara SproleW115201C Callanan Middle–Room 139 Mo Jan 29 6:30-8:30 p.m.1 MINI ART WEAVINGS 1 DAY $54Use fun and funky yarns and a small weaving hoop to Learn to dye silk scarves and cotton fabric with everydaycreate adorable, artsy mini weavings perfect for hanging, materials in “Serendipity Dyeing.”display, or lovely heartfelt gifts. A great way to explorefiber, colors, and weaving without investing in a huge ADVERTISE WITH US!weaving loom. Totally portable and simple. All materialsprovided; if you have yarn/fabric scraps that you love, Reach more of your audience than ever. Advertise your business or service right here!or would love to use, please feel free to bring them. • Choose from a variety of sizes/options • Audience of more than 70,000 each sessionInstr: Maggie Howe • Share your message without limit in digital format Find out more: [email protected]_A292201C Hoover High–Room 1305 We Mar 7 6:00-8:00 p.m.1 SERENDIPITY DYEING 1 DAY $40+Learn to dye silk scarves and cotton fabric with a hugevariety of easy-to-obtain dye materials. This method isincredibly easy–it just takes a little time and patience! Wewill use fresh garden flowers, herbs, and leaves, and otherdyestuffs (copper pennies, spent teabags, berries, kitchenspices, and much more). The results are always variedand completely unique! Students create and take hometheir own custom-dyed 11x60 inch silk scarf and one fat1 Denotes one-day classes 41 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

SEWING & NEEDLE ARTS We have sewing courses for beginners and experienced sewers. Start making something you’ll love!SEWING & REPURPOSING WORKSHOP FOR to follow pattern directions from start to finish. From making fabric bows for little girls to completing a garmentBEGINNERS 7 WKS $50+ of your choice, you will expand your sewing level under the guidance of an experienced teacher and have fun!Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Learn that Required sewing tools and materials will be discussedusing a sewing machine is easy and get started makingeither a drawstring bag or matching pillowcases. Then at first class.look at patterns and make something else you select. Youmight also choose to “re-purpose” a favorite old garment Instr: Sandra Brieror fabric into something new. It is fun when you can say,“I made it!” Required sewing tools and materials will W052301C Weeks Middle–Room 244 6:00-8:30 p.m. Th Mar 29 be discussed and $10 materials fee will be collected at 1 WEAVING: RIGID HEDDLE LOOM 1 DAY $50+the first class to cover your first project only. May useschool machine or bring your own portable machine to Learn how to create a woven scarf using a rigid heddlethe first class. No class Feb. 1. loom. Phase 1 will be setting up and warping the loom; Phase 2 will be finishing. Students create and completeInstr: Sandra Brier a wool scarf from beginning to end during class. Limit is five students. $20 supply fee, payable to instructor.W127201C Weeks Middle–Room 244 6:00-8:30 p.m. Students also may bring their own loom to class, if they Th Jan 11 prefer (recommended brand: Ashford, approximately $160).SEWING & REPURPOSING WORKSHOP, LEVEL 2 Instr: Robin Paul 7 WKS $50+ W294201C Madhaus Gallery–2nd FloorBuild on your knowledge from the Beginning Class Sa Mar 3 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.or previous sewing experience. Learn more skills likebuttonholes, sewing zippers, setting sleeves and howWINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 42 1 Denotes one-day classes

SPECIAL INSETCETRIEOSNTSPECIAL INTERESTTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY 3 WKS $54 time proposed “a civic core that included classical buildings, municipal art work, romantic gardens and parkwaysExpand your knowledge of architecture through connecting the city.” Participants will learn this history in aphotography. First session will discuss photography basics, classroom setting and conclude with a walking tour of theincluding: composition, lighting, scale and examples Civic Core and Riverfront. All class sessions will meet at theof architectural photography. Second session features a offices of the Iowa Architectural Foundation in Suite 100tour of downtown Des Moines, allowing participants to of Capital Square (400 Locust Street) in downtown Desphotograph along the way. The tour may extend beyond Moines. Meets 2 Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.the allotted class time as desired by participants. Studentsselect and print photos for the third session critique. Digital Instr: Iowa Architectural Foundationcamera required, SLR preferred. No phone cameras, please.Students will need to print up to four 8x 10 photographs I030201C Iowa Center For Architecture Mar 13 Tu 7:00-8:30 p.m.before the third session. Sa 9:30-11 a.m.Instr: Iowa Architectural Foundation GENEAOLOGY: CLIMBING YOUR FAMILY TREE 6 WKS $40I033301C Iowa Center For Architecture Sa May 19 9:00-10:30 a.m. The Internet is a great source for genealogy research. Students will be given web-site addresses to do researchNEW CHICAGO’S WORLD CLASS ARCHITECTURE on their own. They will learn procedures for courthouse 3 WKS $54 and library research. Find out where to obtain pertinent information and learn how to interview relatives.Planning on visiting Chicago soon? This three-part coursewill introduce participants to Chicago’s rich architectural Instr: Sherry Foresmanheritage. The course covers Chicago’s historic, mid-century,and current periods and their architects. Participants will I090201C Hoover High–Room 1115also be given travel tips on visiting Chicago and touring the We Jan 10 7:00-9:00 p.m.city’s exemplary works of architecture. I090301C Hoover High–Room 1115 We Mar 28 7:00-9:00 p.m.Instr: Iowa Architectural FoundationI480201C Iowa Center For Architecture JUGGLING BEG. & INTERM. 3 WKS $35 Tu Jan 16 7:00-8:30 p.m. This class is for the non-juggler that wants to learn andCONQUER YOUR FEAR OF SPEAKING 4 WKS $50 the juggler that wants to improve their skills. This active,If you find that you don’t have the words when you are hands on class will teach the basics of juggling 3 balls,speaking to a group or in communicating with others. to spinning plates and diablos, to partner routines, andTake this class and raise your confidence level in your juggling clubs. Great class for a parent and child to learnverbal communications skills. Ask for that raise or together or a church youth group for a fun social activity.promotion with more confidence. Come join the fun Ages 10 to adult.and learn communication and leadership skills. Instr: Robert NeffInstr: Salvador Salgado I420201C Hoover High–Room 1120 We Jan 10 6:30-8:00 p.m.I100301C Roosevelt High–Room 1880 Tu Mar 27 6:30-8:00 p.m. I420301C Hoover High–Room 1120 We Mar 28 6:30-8:00 p.m.NEW DES MOINES & THE CITY BEAUTIFULMOVEMENT 3 DAYS $54 1 RETIRE & TRAVEL FREE 1 DAY $35+At the turn of the previous century, the leaders of Des Over 75-million baby boomers are retiring and pursuingMoines believed that creating a beautiful city would inspire their travel dreams. In this class you will learn to affordthe inhabitants toward moral and civic virtue and would this travel. Learn over 200 ways to free travel, fun work-invigorate the downtown. A quote from a report at that1 Denotes one-day classes 43 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

SPECIAL INTERESTvacations, and paid travel opportunities. Earn FREEairline tickets, hotel nights, cruises, tours, car rentals,vacation meals, & more in the USA & worldwide. *Abook fee of $15 payable to the instructor at the class.Instr: Gina HenryI097301C Roosevelt High–Library Mo Apr 23 6:00-9:30 p.m.1 TRAVEL CRUISING... ON A BUDGET! 1 DAY $20 Fun and affordable youth sportsLearn how to choose the right cruise for your personality leagues for grades 1-7 presented byand what “all-inclusive” really means. We’ll cover whereto cruise, how far in advance to plan, what to pack, cruise Des Moines Public Schools andsafety, seasickness... and more. Budget cruising doesn’t Des Moines Parks and Recreationnecessarily mean cheap... it means staying within thebudget you plan. Learn how to make your next cruise Youth Socceryour most budget-friendly one yet! Registration: January 1 - March 1Instr: Cimberly Hansen & Anne Nieland Cost: $50/person or $475/teamI017201C Meredith Middle–Room 5595 Youth Volleyball Th Jan 18 6:00-8:00 p.m. Registration: March 1 - May 1THE UFO ENIGMA Cost: $50/person or $475/teamThe Iowa UFO experience is extensive and ongoing. Learn Register Online at dmparks.orgmore about UFO experiences in Iowa and around the Financial Assistance is Availableworld. This class is taught by an experienced investigatorand researcher. There will be loads of information given PARKS AND RECREATIONand opportunity for questions and answers. dmparks.orgInstr: Trout, BeverlyI222201C Hoover High – Room 1110 7:00-9:00 p.m. We Jan 10 I222301C Hoover High - Room 1110 7:00-9:00 p.m. We Mar 28 NEW WHAT STYLE IS YOUR HOUSE? 3 DAYS $54What style is your house? A post-depression BeaverdaleBrick? A 1960’s Split Level? A 1920’s Four Square? A1990’s Spec Home? A post-war Ranch? Learn aboutresidential architecture in the Des Moines area andhow to identify many different styles of houses. Toura Des Moines neighborhood to discover what kinds ofhomes were built there and why. From Native Americandwellings to Levitt Town, find out about the history ofthe single-family home and major trends in residentialconstruction. Meets 2 Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m., andSaturday 10-11:30 a.m. The third session is the walkingtour of a neighborhood chosen by class participants.Instr: Iowa Architectural FoundationI424301C Iowa Center For Architecture Apr 10 Tu 6:00-7:30 p.m. Sa 10:00-11:30 a.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 44 1 Denotes one-day classes

SPORTS & GAMESSPORTS & GAMESTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 From golf to volleyball and Martial Arts—you’ll find something interesting in our Sports offerings.GOLF, BEG. & INTERM. 4 WKS $44 VOLLEYBALL, COED COMPETITIVE 10 WKS $115/TEAM*Sign up for this golf camp to cover the fundamentals ofthe swing, rules, etiquette and basic knowledge of the Coed competition volleyball league. All different skillgame. The instructor will supply all equipment needed, levels of play accommodated. *Fee is $115 per team. Nobut students may bring their own clubs if they prefer. Class Mar. 14.When enrolling, please indicate whether you need Instr: Chad Sturgeonleft- or right-handed clubs. Ages 12 to Adult. G067201C Goodrell Middle–Gym: Harding Middle–Gym Instr: Ray Kinley We Jan 10 7:00-10:00 p.m.G020301C Central Campus–Upper Gym Tu Apr 3 6:00-7:00 p.m. NEW YANG STYLE 24 SIMPLIFIED TAI CHI NEW INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE MARTIAL 8 WKS $50ARTS (WUSHU) 8 WKS $50 The ancient art of tai chi has proven helpful to strengthen the body, increase flexibility, develop patience, andChinese Wushu martial arts (Kung Fu) is a program discipline the mind. This style is the most practicedthat is practiced for its method of achieving health, self- form of tai chi. Class taught and demonstrated in detaildefense skills, mental discipline, recreational pursuit, by (Sifu) Anthony Bates in short, easy-to-follow sections.and competition. Students develop a strong foundation Ages 12 to Adult. Section 201 no class Jan. 15. Sectionof which are later practiced in more advanced bare hand, 301 time will be adjusted due to school events onweapon, and two-person forms. Section 201 no class Jan. April 19 and May 17. Wear sweatpants, t-shirts,15. Section 301 time will be adjusted due to school sweatshirts and tennis shoes.events on April 19 and May 17. Wear sweatpants, Instr: Anthony Batest-shirts, sweatshirts and tennis shoes. G028201C Monroe Elementary–Gym Instr: Anthony Bates Mo, Th Jan 8 7:00-8:00 p.m.G029201C Monroe Elementary–Gym G028301C Moore Elementary–Gym Mo, Th Jan 8 6:00-7:00 p.m. Mo, Th Mar 26 7:00-8:00 p.m.G029301C Monroe Elementary–Gym Mo, Th Mar 26 6:00-7:00 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 45 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

SWIMMINGSWIMMINGTO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521 Give your child a lifelong love for the water—enroll them in a Swimming course. AQUATOTS (3-5 YEARS OLD), SEMI-PRIVATE A parent must accompany each child in the warm water pool. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old; 6 WKS $35 no exceptions. Children not potty-trained must wearClass that “bridges the gap” between Infant Swim and swim diapers.Learn to Swim. Designed to help young swimmers (aged3-5*) make the transition from parent to instructor. Instr: Stephanie Sheridan (201, 301) & Sadie Vorbrich (202, 302)Parent accompanies the child in the warm water pool atbeginning of session and is gradually eased out by the S051201C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool 6:15-7:00 p.m.instructor. Child will learn introductory water safety skills Tu Jan 9 at own pace in a semi-private setting of 6-8 students.*Children not potty trained must wear swim diapers. S051202C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool We Jan 10 6:15-7:00 p.m.Instr: Stephanie Sheridan (201, 301) & Sadie Vorbrich (202, 302) S051301C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool 6:15-7:00 p.m. Tu Mar 27 S013201C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool 7:00-7:45 p.m. S051302C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool Tu Jan 9 We Mar 28 6:15-7:00 p.m.S013202C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool We Jan 10 7:00-7:45 p.m LEARN TO SWIM, CHILD, BEG./ADV. BEG. S013301C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool 7:00-7:45 p.m 8 WKS $40 Tu Mar 27 DMPS Community Education has entered into a newS013302C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool partnership with the John R. Grubb YMCA to offer swimming lessons. Children will be divided into small We Mar 28 7:00-7:45 p.m groups to learn water safety skills and knowledge to make them reasonably safe in and around the water. INFANT SWIM (6 MONTHS-4 YEARS OLD) 6 WKS $30 The children must be Kindergarten and older. Classes are equivalent to Red Cross Levels 1, 2, and 3. NEWIn this family-oriented class, the instructor spends time NEW NEW. Children should be pre-registered. A fewwith each parent-child pair. Goal is to assist each child inbecoming oriented to water and advancing at own pace.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 46 1 Denotes one-day classes

may register on the first day of class based on availability.Maximum of 24 students per section. Sections 201 and202 no class Feb. 10. Section 301 and 302 no classApr. 21.Instr: John R Grubb YMCA Swim StaffS100201C John R Grubb YMCA Pool 11:00-11:35 a.m. Sa Jan 13 S100202C John R Grubb YMCA Pool Sa Jan 13 11:40 a.m.-12:15 p.m.S100301C John R Grubb YMCA Pool Sa Mar 24 11:00-11:35 a.m.S100302C John R Grubb YMCA Pool Sa Mar 24 11:40 a.m.-12:15 p.m. LEARN TO SWIM, CHILD, INTERM./ADV. Enroll your more skilled swimmer in our Intermediate/Advanced swimming course. 8 WKS $40 Have you always wanted to learn to SCUBA dive? Here’s your chance!This class is also being offered in partnership with the Try “Open Water SCUBA Diving.”John R. Grubb YMCA for students who have beenintroduced to some strokes and are able to swim lapsAND those who are more skilled swimmers. Children willbe divided into small groups where their water safety skillsand knowledge will be reinforced. Classes are equivalentto Red Cross levels 4, 5, and 6. NEW NEW NEW.Children should be pre-registered. A few may registeredon the first day of class based on availability. Maximumof 24 students per section. Section 201 no class Feb. 10.Section 301 no class Apr. 21.Instr: John R Grubb YMCA Swim StaffS105201C John R Grubb YMCA Pool 12:20-12:55 p.m. Sa Jan 13 S105301C John R Grubb YMCA Pool Sa Mar 24 12:20-12:55 p.m.OPEN WATER SCUBA DIVING 6 WKS $350+Learn to SCUBA dive in just 6 sessions. Mask, fins andsnorkel are required for course. Book available at classfor $25. Open water scheduled at divers convenience. Anadditional fee is charged for certification div. This will bediscussed during the course. Meet in North Room 1321to start the class. Ages 10 to Adult with paid adult.Instr: Leydens Dive ShopS062201C North High–Pool We Jan 10 6:30-10:00 p.m.S062301C North High–Pool We Mar 28 6:30-10:00 p.m.1 Denotes one-day classes 47 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

SWIMMING/TRADE SWIM, COMPETITIVE, ROOSEVELT 8 WKS $80 This program is for elementary, middle school, and high school students. We will be teaching the four competitive strokes along with proper starts and turns. Swimmers should be able to swim at least 12 to 13 yards. Ages Kindergarten to high school. No class Jan. 15. Instr: Steve Teter, Jeff Crispin S069201C Roosevelt High–Pool 6:00-7:00 p.m. Mo, Tu, We, Th Jan 3 TOTAL BODY AQUA 4 WKS $40 We have competitive swimming options for all ages! This aquatic exercise class combines cardiovascular exercise with core, strength, and stretching to give students of all fitness levels a total body workout. Held in a warm therapeutic pool. Section 201 no class Jan. 15.SWIM, COMPETITIVE, NORTH 8 WKS $75 Instr: Alexa WhitehillThis class, for elementary, middle, and high school S200201C Ruby Van Meter School–Poolstudents, will teach all aspects of competitive swimming including improving strokes, conditioning, attending Mo Jan 8 6:00-6:45 p.m.swim meets, learning new strokes, starts and turns.Anyone who can swim the length of a 25 yard swimming S200301C Ruby Van Meter School–Poolpool can attend. Ages 5 and above. No class Jan. 15. Mo Mar 26 6:00-6:45 p.m. S200302C Ruby Van Meter School–Pool Mo Apr 23 6:00-6:45 p.m.Instr: Scott WeinheimerS074201C North High–Pool TIMES VARY Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr Jan 3 TRADETO REGISTER Visit COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG or call 515-242-8521WELDING FOR ALL LEVELS 6 WKS $225+This course is for anyone wanting to enhance their skills and create metal art projects. The basics of welding will becovered in this hands-on course. Topics covered include: oxy-acetylene welding & brazing; arc welding; MIG welding;plasma & oxy-acetylene cutting. Opportunities for students to focus on individual projects are provided. Dependingupon your project, an additional supply fee may apply (payable to instructor at class). Safety glasses and glovesrequired. Class meets 2 nights per week (Tuesdays & Wednesdays).Instr: Ralph YoungT087201C Central Campus–Welding Shop Tu, We Jan 9 6:00-9:00 p.m.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org 48 1 Denotes one-day classes

ONLINE COURSES Choose from Expert Instructors more than 24-Hour Access Online Discussion Areas300 online classes 6 Weeks of Instruction available every month! Visit our Online Instruction Center to find more courses!1. Speed Spanish 23. Writing Essentials Our instructor-facilitated online courses2. GRE Preparation – Part 1 (Verbal and 24. Introduction to QuickBooks 2016 are informative, fun, convenient, and highly 25. Explore a Career as an Administrative interactive. Analytical)3. Project Management Fundamentals Medical Assistant Our instructors are famous for their4. Introduction to QuickBooks Online 26. Solving Classroom Discipline Problems ability to create warm and supportive5. Using Social Media in Business 27. Mastering Your Digital SLR Camera communities of learners.6. Discover Sign Language 28. Leadership7. Certificate in Food, Nutrition and 29. Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep All courses run for six weeks 30. Administrative Assistant Fundamentals (with a 10-day grace period at the end). Health 31. Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013 Courses are project-oriented and include8. Accounting Fundamentals 32. Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016 lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments,9. Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016 33. Teaching Students With ADHD discussion areas, supplementary links,10. Grammar Refresher 34. Intermediate SQL and more.11. Introduction to SQL 35. Introduction to Microsoft Access 201612. Medical Terminology: A Word 36. Start Your Own Small Business You can complete any course entirely from 37. PMP ® Certification Prep 1 your home or office. Any time of the day Association Approach 38. Real Estate Investing or night.13. A to Z Grant Writing 39. Become a Veterinary Assistant14. Accounting Fundamentals II 40. Introduction to Photoshop CC New course sessions begin monthly.15. Beginning Writer's Workshop 41. Achieving Success with Difficult People Please visit our Online Instruction Center16. Effective Business Writing 42. Introduction to Interior Design to see exact start dates for the courses17. Explore a Career in Medical Coding 43. Secrets of Better Photography that interest you.18. Creating WordPress Websites 44. Personal Finance19. Human Anatomy and Physiology 45. Introduction to Java Programming ENROLL NOW!20. Creating Web Pages21. Fundamentals of Supervision and And more! ed2go.com/dmpscommed 515-242-8521 Management22. Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My!1 Denotes one-day classes 49 WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org

REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION BEGINS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7!WINTER SESSION STARTS THE WEEK OF JANUARY 3 | SPRING SESSION STARTS THE WEEK OF MARCH 17 4 WAYS TO REGISTER! REGISTER EARLY Prompt registration helps avoid disappointment when classes fill 1. REGISTER ONLINE—PREFERRED METHOD! quickly. It also helps avoid the disappointment of canceling a class due to low enrollment, only to find that last minute registrations would COMMED.DMSCHOOLS.ORG have filled it. Early registrations also make it easier if we need toCommunity Education registration is accessible on-line from contact you for any reason before your class begins.your computer! Individual classes/programs may have specific registration requirements, with the size of some classes limited. Please read the class information carefully for instructions regarding your classes. 2. REGISTER BY PHONE PRE-REGISTRATION Please pre-register for all classes. Walk-in registrations may beCall 242-8521 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. to pre-register for accepted for some classes, but since a class may fill up with pre-classes using VISA, Discover or MasterCard ONLY. registrations, or may be canceled due to low pre-registrations, please call ahead to check on availability. Also, pre-registration REQUIRES payment, so we aren’t able to “just take your name” and hold a seat for you; that wouldn’t be fair to the folks who have paid! 3. REGISTER BY MAIL CONFIRMATIONS: NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS You are registered for a class unless we notify you otherwise. You will• Use registration form on page 51. be notified if your choice is not available. Occasionally a class may fill• Pay by Check or Money Order made payable to DMPS as your registration is being processed. Should this happen, you will receive a personal call from us. To help keep our classes reasonably Community Education. priced, we do not send out confirmation notices.• Or use your VISA, Discover or MasterCard—Do Not CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS Send CASH! You will be notified if there are any changes in your class, or if a class• It is recommended that you call to be sure there is a seat. is canceled. Please make sure we have both your daytime and evening phone numbers so we may contact you. Efforts will be made to notify 4. REGISTER IN PERSON all pre-registrations if a course is canceled prior to the first class meeting. Bring your completed registration form to: If you need to cancel your registration, please contact us immediately2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50321 since many classes maintain waiting lists. A $10 processing fee will be charged for all registrations canceled by participants. The processing fee applies to all refunds except for those classes filled or canceled by Community Education.DISTRICT STAFF WHO RETIRED PRIOR TO JULY 2001: WEATHER CANCELLATIONSThe card you received from the Superintendent’s office upon retiring Evening classes will automatically be canceled on days when the Desentitles you to attend free of charge any one non-vocational class Moines Public Schools are closed due to weather, holidays, or during(computer, business, trade and all online classes excluded) with a fee breaks. Otherwise, whenever possible, the decision to cancel classesof $25 or less, per session (provided there are sufficient full-paying will be made in time for the 5:00 p.m. radio newscasts or the 10:00registrations for the class). You are responsible for the difference (above p.m. newscasts for next day cancellations. Classes canceled because of$25) should you attend a class with a fee greater than $25. weather will be made up whenever possible. REFUNDS Instructors are hired on the basis of enrollment. For this reason, participant cancellations will be eligible for a refund (minus the $10 processing fee) ONLY if the cancellation is made within 7 calendar days after the class starts. Refunds will NOT be given later than 7 days after the start of class. Amounts $10 or lower will not be refunded.WINTER/SPRING 2018 | commed.dmschools.org Requests for refunds for 1-night classes must be made 48 hours prior to the class start time. Refunds will NOT be given for 1-night classes after the class has already met. 50