Edina Community Education Youth Catalog - Winter/Spring 2014

Winter/Spring 2014 Edina Community Education

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Enrichment beyond classroom walls

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Registration Welcome to Community Education Late Start/ Early Release Information Edina Public Schools/Edina Community Ed Calendars

Featured Courses Ballet for Teen Athletes

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Passport to Community Education Aquatics

Did you know that Mick Jagger, at age 70, credits ballet for keeping him agile and fit enough to move like “ young Jagger”? Many athletes are using dance and ballet to cross-train and improve their endurance and flexibility. This is a great class for hockey skaters, swimmers, runners and gymnasts… boys and girls!

Beginner Kung Fu Wu Shu

Performing Arts Fitness Fun Pre-K + Pre-K Non School Day Classes

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Non-School Days

Elementary Enrichment + Kids Club/Wise Guys + Non-School Day Camps

Need help filling those nonschool days for your kids or just need a little free time? Choose from over 30 classes and activities offered at the Edina Community Center on Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 7 and Spring Break-March 31-April 4.

Middle School High School Driver’s Education

Learn the life-long benefits of Kung Fu—the Chinese art of self-defense and fitness—and build muscle, power, flexibility, and agility. Join a fun, noncompetitive, full-participation class, which focuses on skillbuilding exercises that will strengthen the mind and body.

Parents-you can come too!!!

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Welcome!

More Travels, more fun, more learning!

E Our award-winning Passport Series continues through the frosty winter

months but you get to travel to exotic places like France, Russia and Somalia. Join us in promoting the Edina Public Schools mission of “All For All” and bring your family to explore different countries through language, crafts, fitness, food and social customs. Learn to view our global community in a whole new way!

See page 5 for details on how you can fill up your Passport!

E What to do on those Late Start/Early Release dates this

Winter? We have a solution!!! Edina Community Education Youth Programs have partnered with Edina Public Schools to provide 2-hour enrichment activities on February 5 and March 28 in each site. Our hope is that the availability of supervised, affordable activities will help create a smooth transition for parents and students on those dates. See page 4 for details.

E Tell us what you want! Is there a special topic or activity that you would like to see us offer? Do you have a talent or passion you want to share? Don’t be shy!

Write us a short proposal about your idea and send it to us. We promise to think outside the box and give all your ideas our full attention! Send us an email; comedu@edinaschools.org or submit your idea via our online proposal site; edina.cpf.thatscommunityed.com

You Need to Know E Scholarships are available.

Visit www.edinacommunityed.org or call 952.848.3952.

How to Register E Register Online www.edina.thatscommunityed.com E Register by Mail Edina Community Center, 5701 Normandale Road, Edina, MN 55424 E Register by Fax 952.848.3951 E Register in Person Visit our office at the Edina Community Center, North Entrance, Door 3 Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm E Register by Email Comedu@edinaschools.org

Questions? Call 952.848.3952

E Cancels due to low enrollment.

Although most classes run, we reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. We will notify you three business days before the start date if your class has been canceled. Your tuition will be refunded in full.

E Late Pick-up Fees. Parents arriving later than 5 minutes after the end of class will be charged $1 per minute. Payment is due at pick-up.

E Changes/Cancellations. Cancellations or changes are accepted up to five business days prior to class start. Less than five business days, you will be assessed a $10 fee and any course supply fees and then issued a credit slip for the balance. Cancellations/changes made by phone over the weekend or holidays are received by our office on the next business day and will not be eligible for refunds or credit on classes starting on the day the message was received.

E Prorating We do not prorate ongoing classes or no school day camps.

E Weather Edina Community Ed follows Edina Public Schools closing and schedule changes. See our website for details.

E Children with Special Needs Call 952.848.3952 if your child needs assistance in attending a class. Please allow at least a 2 week notice for us to make arrangements for assistance.

Edina Community Education Edina Public Schools, 5701 Normandale Road, Edina, MN 55424.

Catalogs are produced and distributed three times per year, Fall, Winter/Spring and Summer.

Program Coordinator: Meg Barrett Youth Enrichment Manager, Catalog Editor: Lori Murphy Catalog Design: Barbara Pederson Photography: Cheryl Gunness, Alyssa Diamond

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EDINA COMMUNITY Education Enriching Lives to Strengthen Community

Main Office Edina Community Education is an integral part of both the Edina Public Schools and our wider community. Our programs and services build skills, promote health and well-being, support families, and expand student achievement. Most importantly, we create community. Join us!

Edina Family Center The Edina Family Center offers high-quality early education programs for families with children from birth through age five. Programs include new baby and me classes, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), preschool, childcare and more.

YOUTH PROGRAMS Youth programs offers a variety of fun and educational activities for ages 3-18. KIDS Club (gr. K-3), WISE Guys (gr. 4-5), and SURGE (gr. 6-9) provide high-quality out-of-school time care. Classes and camps offer new and favorite enrichment subjects. Youth Serving Youth (YSY) at Edina High School provides student leadership and service activities.

ADULT EDUCATION Edina Center for Adult Education engages adults of all ages with extensive learning opportunities, ranging from cooking, fitness and world language courses, 21st century technology and career exploration, and metro-area field trips and world travel.

Edina Community Center, 1st Floor Open Mon. - Fri., 8:00 - 4:30 952-848-3952 comedu@edinaschools.org www.edinacommunityed.org

Director Valerie Burke 952-848-3960 valerie.burke@edinaschools.org

Edina Family Center Laurie Denn, Coordinator laurie.denn@edinaschools.org

Youth Programs Meg Barrett, Coordinator meg.barrett@edinaschools.org KIDS Club, WISE Guys, SURGE 952-848-3947 kidsclubecc@edina.k12.mn.us

Adult Programs Carrie A. L. Cabe, Coordinator carrie.cabe@edinaschools.org

VOLUNTEER Edina’s Community Volunteer Program invites community members to share their time, talents, and passion for learning with Edina students. Volunteers work in all nine schools to offer basic skills help, homework help, and speak as a resource.

Call 952-848-4924 or visit www.edinaschools.org/volunteer

EDINA RESOURCE CENTER A partnership of Edina Community Education Services, Edina Public Schools and the City of Edina, the Edina Resource Center provides your connection to community resources, services and information in Edina. Services are free and confidential. Call 952-848-3936 or visit www.edinaresourcecenter.com.

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2013-14 Calendar Late Start / Early Release Information

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES Edina Community Education Services (CES) invites students to join its welcoming enrichment programs before and after school on the scheduled late start/early release days. Edina Community Education collaborates with EPS teachers to offer activities that complement what students are learning during the school day.

• Cost - The cost per student for each two-hour time block is $20. To learn more about scholarships for the CES enrichment program, please call 952-848-3952.

Late Starts and Early Releases are being introduced this year to provide critical collaboration time allowing teachers to better customize the learning experience for each student. Having this additional planning time periodically during the school year allows teachers to provide timely modifications or change instruction in ways that best meet the needs of their students.

When are the late start/early releases days?

On the following dates, school will either start two hours late or dismiss two hours early: • Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014 - Late Start • Friday, Mar. 28, 2014 - Early Release

What time does school start/end?

• Late Start means that the student school day begins two hours later than usual, with no class for morning ½ day kindergarten students.

• Early Release means the student day will end two hours earlier than usual, with no class for afternoon ½ day kindergarten students.

Will there be busing on these days?

District transportation will be adjusted for the two hour late start or early release. That is, on late start days, the bus will arrive two hours after their usual pickup time; on early release days, students will be dropped off two hours earlier than their usual time.

After school activity buses will operate as usual.

• Registration - Interested families can register for enrichment programs at http://edina. thatscommunityed.com.

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This calendar represents the days Community Education Youth programs are open and closed and when school is not in session.

O = Open / C = Closed

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to Community Education Will there really be passports?

The mission of Edina Public Schools is to educate lifelong learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing, culturally diverse, global society.

Edina Community Education offers opportunities for families and individuals to explore global culture right here in the Edina Community Center. Of course, you won’t get to know a complex country with just one class. But we think that if you make time to telescope down and explore one small element of a country— from dumplings to tamales, from salsa and masala bhangra to yoga to tai chi—you can continue to develop your own kaleidoscopic understanding of our endlessly fascinating, colorfully connected world.

Yes!

For those who are interested, we will offer printed passports and stamps for qualifying classes. We’ll feature families and individuals who complete their passport in upcoming Edina Community Education publications.

Call 952-858-3952, visit www.edinaschools.org/ passport or stop by the Edina Community Education office to learn more and receive your passport.

Looking for more class information?

Visit www.edinaschools.org to find detailed passport listings.

Somalia

Russia

France

 What you Always Wanted to

 Blini, Borscht, and Beyond:

 Divine French-Latin Gourmet

Stamp your passport!

Stamp your passport!

Know about Islam and Muslims  Women and Islam  Art Adventures Around the World  A Family Evening with Folk Art from France, Russia and Somalia

A Series on Russian Cuisine  Crime and Punishment Novel Study  Kettlebells  Romanovs: Reality and Myth  Art Adventures Around the World  A Family Evening with Folk Art from France, Russia and Somalia

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 French Language  Art Adventures Around the World  A Family Evening with Folk Art

from France, Russia and Somalia

Get a Stamp from France, Russia & Somalia!

 International Volunteering 101

Guatemala

China

India

 Spanish language classes

 Authentic Cantonese-Style Cooking

 Global Flavors Gone Local: Indian

 Zumba

 Tai Chi

 Intro to Bollywood Film

 Salsa Dance for Minnesotans

 Chinese Movie Night: Go Grandriders!

 Yoga

 Mahjong

 Masala Bhangra Workout

Stamp your passport!

Stamp your passport!

Paulette Mitchell

Stamp your passport!

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For All Ages

Parent-Toddler Swim

Water Safety Tips from Kay Zuccaro!

Did you know drowning is the 2nd leading cause of unintentional injury death for children under 14? Make sure to follow these water safety tips: • You are your child’s lifeguard! Your child needs constant supervision around water • Your cell phone can be a distraction, only use in case of emergency • Follow Pool Rules • Wear lifejackets while boating • Make sure your child learns to swim-You can sign up for both the winter and spring sessions of swimming lessons now. We offer adult swimming lessons too!

• Swimming is a fun and healthy activity for the whole family to enjoy together.

 Parents work together with Instructor Kay Zuccaro to encourage their young children to become comfortable in the water and to develop a readiness to swim.

Toys and games help make this a fun and positive experience. Swim diapers required if not toilet trained. A Parent or guardian is required to participate in the water with their child.

1802-S01 4 Sessions - $65 6:30 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - Apr 30 Valley View Middle School VV Pool 1802-S02 4 Sessions - $65 6:30 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, May 7 - May 28 Valley View Middle School VV Pool

Preschool Classes Preschool Step A

Introduction to Water Skills

 Ages 4+ Children will experience their first swim lesson without a parent. Emphasis is on basic skills, including water adjustment, kicking, beginning underwater exploration and fun. Prerequisite; Must be at least 4 years old.

 Ages 5+ Children will explore elementary skills that can be built upon as they learn to swim. We will work on front and back floating, submerging, and gaining comfort and confidence in the water. Prerequisite: 5 years old or older

A-W1 8 Sessions - $109 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

A-W3 8 Sessions - $109 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

A-S1 6 Sessions - $82 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

A-W4 8 Sessions - $109 12:45 - 1:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

Preschool Step B Aquatic Guidelines E Only students on class lists will be

allowed into lessons.

E Instructors are Red Cross certified.

E Red Cross certificates are awarded

upon completion of requirements.

E Sign up early, swimming classes

fill up quickly.

E There are no make-ups or refunds

for missed classes.

Level 1

 Ages 4-6 Children who have some comfort level in the water and can submerge fully on their own should join this class. Emphasis is on basic skills, floating, underwater exploration and fun. Prerequisite: Must be at least 4 years old and can fully submerge head without assistance.

A-S3 6 Sessions - $82 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool A-S4 6 Sessions - $82 12:45 - 1:15 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

A-W2 8 Sessions - $109 11:15 - 11:45 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S2 6 Sessions - $82 11:15 - 11:45 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

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Level 3 Stroke Development

Stroke Improvement

 Basic water skills, front and back crawl will be emphasized with guided practice.

Prerequisite: Passed Level 2 or can jump into deep water and can swim on both front and back.

 Child will develop confidence and endurance through practice of front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke.

Breaststroke and sidestroke will also be introduced and practiced. Emphasis is also on basic water safety. Prerequisite: Passed Level 3 dive, swim front and back crawl

A-W8 8 Sessions - $109 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-W9 8 Sessions - $109 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-W10 8 Sessions - $109 2:00 - 2:30 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S8 6 Sessions - $82 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

Level 2 Fundamental Aquatic Skills  Children will practice basic water safety, underwater swimming and swimming while using a combined stroke on front and back. Prerequisite: Passed Level 1 or can float independently on their front and back, and swimming on their front and back using arm and leg actions A-W5 8 Sessions - $109 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-W6 8 Sessions - $109 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-W7 8 Sessions - $109 2:00 - 2:30 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S5 6 Sessions - $82 10:15 - 10:45 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool A-S6 6 Sessions - $82 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool A-S7 6 Sessions - $82 2:00 - 2:30 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

Level 4

A-S9 6 Sessions - $82 10:45 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool A-S10 6 Sessions - $82 2:00 - 2:30 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

Level 3-B Stroke Development  Level 3 is one of the most difficult levels to pass, so therefore we have added another class for those students who have been in Level 3 more than 2 sessions. This group will be more experienced than the other level 3 class.

We will focus on endurance and refinement of strokes. Prerequisites: Must have taken level 3 for 2 or more sessions, must be totally comfortable in deep water, able to dive, able to do front and back crawl.

3A-W11 8 Sessions - $109 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-W12 8 Sessions - $109 1:15 - 2:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S11 6 Sessions - $82 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool A-S12 6 Sessions - $82 1:15 - 2:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

Level 5 Stroke Refinement  Child will gain endurance by swimming for increased distances, coordinate and refine sidestroke, butterfly and breaststroke and build on water safety skills. Prerequisite: Passed Level 4 or can swim front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke the whole length of the pool and the start of breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.

A-W13 8 Sessions - $109 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S13 6 Sessions - $82 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

A-W18 8 Sessions - $109 12:45 - 1:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15 A-S18 6 Sessions - $82 12:45 - 1:15 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

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Private Swim Lessons  Ages 4+ For individualized swim instruction, enroll in private lessons. There will be no refunds for missed lessons. Child must be at least 4 years old. *Extra slot for private lessons may be open due to enrollment fluctuations. Names from our waiting list will be called to fill slots.

A-W16 8 Sessions - $250 2:30 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

 Instructor will introduce swimmers to the basic skills of competitive swimming. Focus will be on the 4 competitive stokes: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. We will also work on endurance, kicking, and stroke specific drills. At the end of the session, swimmers will have the opportunity to be evaluated and be placed on the Edina Swim Club. Participants receive a complimentary Edina Swim Club T-shirt and swim cap.

Prerequisites: Must be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke.

Swimmers must be at least 8 years old.

Instructor: Kay Zuccaro.

A-W17 8 Sessions - $250 2:30 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

A-W60 8 Sessions - $109 2:15 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

A-S15 6 Sessions - $188 11:45 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

A-S60 6 Sessions - $82 2:15 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

A-W15 8 Sessions - $250 11:45 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

Level 6 Swimming & Skill Proficiency  Swimmers continue to refine the strokes so they can swim them with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances.

Focus is on personal water safety, lifeguard readiness, diving and fitness swimming.

Prerequisite: Passed Level 5 or can swim front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, sidestroke, and butterfly.

A-W14 8 Sessions - $109 1:15 - 2:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Feb 15

Introduction to Competitive Swimming

A-S16 6 Sessions - $188 2:30 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 5 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Apr 26 A-S17 6 Sessions - $188 2:30 - 3:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 5 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool No Class Apr 26

A-S14 6 Sessions - $82 1:15 - 2:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 17 Valley View Middle School Pool

Take the Plunge Have Your Child Join Edina Swim Club!

Edina Swim Club, nicknamed The Gators, is an ability-based, competitive swim team. Our experienced coaches work hard to help every swimmer develop their technique and achieve their full potential in a fun, social, but hard-working team environment. Swimmers are grouped into nine groups by age and ability from age five through high school. We also offer masters swim. See us at one of our new swimmer splash nights or bring your child for a try out anytime!

CONTACT US FOR INFORMATION ABOUT TRYOUTS!

Visit www.edinaswim.com for more information about the club, our team structure and all things Edina Swim Club!

4445 West 77th St. Suite 240, Edina, MN 55435 | 952 - 831 - 3814 | office@edinaswim.com | www.edinaswim.com

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For All Ages

Learn to Dive

Intermediate Diving

Competitive Diving

 Ages 7+ Diving classes focus on basic diving skills, diving safety, proper techniques, flexibility and fun. Training is geared toward the beginner diver who has had little or no instruction. Prerequisite: must be at least 7 years old and confident in deep water. Classes cannot be pro-rated.

A-W50 8 Sessions - $104

 Ages 9+ This class is geared toward students with some diving experience. Prerequisites: Must be at least 9 years old or recommended by instructor and able to do dives in 3 different directions (front, back, reverse, inward, twisting) Classes cannot be pro-rated.

 Ages 9+ This class is geared toward divers with some competitive diving experience (high school varsity/Junior Varsity, or age group). 11 years and under should be able to do 5 dives, 13 years and under should be able to do 7 dives, and 14 years and older should be able to do 8 dives. Classes cannot be pro-rated.

A-W54 8 Sessions - $120

6:30 - 7:15 pm Tuesdays, Feb 4 - Mar 25 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-W51 8 Sessions - $104 6:30 - 7:15 pm Wednesdays, Feb 5 - Mar 26 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-S50 8 Sessions - $104 6:30 - 7:15 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well

A-W52 8 Sessions - $104 7:15 - 8:00 pm Tuesdays, Feb 4 - Mar 25 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-W53 8 Sessions - $104 7:15 - 8:00 pm Wednesdays, Feb 5 - Mar 26 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-S52 8 Sessions - $104 7:15 - 8:00 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well

A-S53 6 Sessions - $78 7:15 - 8:00 pm Thursdays, Apr 10 - May 29 A-S51 6 Sessions - $78 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well FPV102013 Print PROJECT:April JOB #: 6:30 - 7:15 pm Thursdays May 29Ad Resizing No Class May 01,FlexPerks 15 South View Middle School CLIENT: Pool USBDiving Well DIVISION: VERSION: No class May1, 15 AD SIZE: 7.25 in. x 4.75 in.

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8:00 - 9:00 pm Tuesdays, Feb 4 - Mar 25 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-W55 8 Sessions - $120 8:00 - 9:00 pm Wednesdays, Feb 5 - Mar 26 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well A-S54 8 Sessions - $120 8:00 - 9:00 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 South View Middle School Pool Diving Well

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For All Ages

Performingg Arts Music Academy Beginning Guitar II  Grades 3-5 New and returning students invited! Continue your journey or start brand new. New students will learn basic chords, notes on the first three strings and beginning repertoire. Returning students will learn more complex chord structure, trickier rhythmic patterns, some soloing and continuing repertoire. Youth enrichment instructors believe that music is a way for students to explore and nuture their individual talents.

See www.youthenrichmentleague.com for more details.

GU-2 8 Sessions - $129 4:15 - 5:15 pm Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Mar 25 Edina Community Center Rm 329 No Class Feb 18

Beginning Guitar III  Grades 3-5 New and returning students invited! In this session, our instructor will cater the lesson plans to the students’ specific needs. Returning students will learn rock chords (power chords), more chord systems, and the pentatonic scale. New students will learn basic chords, easier rock chords and an introductory pentatonic scale. Youth enrichment instructors believe that music is a way for students to explore and nuture their individual talents.

GU-3 6 Sessions - $115 4:15 - 5:15 pm Wednesdays, Apr 16 - May 21 Edina Community Center Rm 304

Highlands Choir  Grades 3-5 Highlands Choir is open to ALL students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade! It is a wonderful opportunity to learn vocal development, movement, and musical skills in a fun and vibrant community of young musicians. Spring Concert date TBD. Directed

by Katie Widen, Highlands Music Speicalist.

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HLS-ChoirWS 13 Sessions - $69 8:25 - 9:10 am Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Apr 29 Highlands Elementary School Rm 05 No Class Apr 1

Full Suzuki Program Singing Strings Performance Group for Intermediate Students

Contact: Helina Pakola at 952-270-6379 or lepakheli@hotmail.com www.egspa.com

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Academy y Edina Children’s Choir  These choir clinics are for kids who love to perform in a musical setting. The Prep Choir is for younger children who would like to advance to Do Re Mi Singers in Grade 2.

Chorale is the next step for Grades 4-5, all new and returning singers are welcome! Learning proper vocal technique for healthy singing, dancing and playing various instruments are all part of this musical experience. Taught by Jim Hawthorne, Edina Public Schools Music Specialist.

E Prep Choir for K-1 ECH-2W 12 Sessions - $115 3:10 - 4:00 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Apr 28 Edina Community Center Aud. No Class Feb 17 & Mar 31 E Chorale for Gr. 4-5 ECH-1W 12 Sessions - $115 7:40 - 8:30 am Tuesdays, Jan 14 - Apr 29 Edina Community Center Aud. No Class Jan 28, Feb 11, Mar 04 & Apr 01 E Do Re Mi Singers for Gr 2-3 ECH-3W 12 Sessions - $115 3:10 - 4:00 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - Apr 29 Edina Community Center Aud. No Class Jan 28, Feb 11, Mar 04 & Apr 01

The Music Link: After School Piano Lessons

Private Guitar Lessons

 Grades 1-12 Thirty minute, private piano lessons are available after school at all Edina elementary sites through the Music Link.

Lessons run continuously throughout the school year for students in grades 1-12 and meet once a week. Payments for lessons must be made in advance and a confirmation of registration must be brought to the first lesson. Contact Mary Linker at 952-831-4014 to schedule lessons before registering.

 Ages 9+ Private, thirty minute guitar lessons meet once a week that run continuously through the year. All ability levels are welcome age 9 through adult. You will learn basic note reading and chords in a fun, relaxed setting. Bring a six string guitar to class. Re-enroll for additional 8 week sessions as needed. Payments for lessons must be made in advance and a confirmation of registration must be brought to the first lesson. Contact Mary Linker at 952-831-4014 to schedule lesson time before registering. www.themusiclink.biz

Piano-Concord 8 Lessons - $209 3:00 - 7:00 pm Tue/Thu, Sep 24 - May 8 Concord Elementary School Rm 200 Piano-Cornelia 8 Lessons - $209 4:00 - 7:00 pm Tue, Wed, Sep 24 - May 7 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 31

GU-1 8 Sessions - $209 5:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesdays, Jan 15 - May 7 Highlands Elementary School Rm 05

Piano-Countryside 8 Lessons - $209 4:00 - 7:00 pm Mon,Tue,Wed, Sep 23 - May 7 Countryside Elementary School Rm 221 Piano-Creek Valley 8 Lessons - $209 4:00 - 7:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sep 25 - May 8 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 201 Piano-ECC 8 Lessons - $209 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm Mon-Fri, Sep 23 - May 9 Edina Community Center Rm 313 Piano-Highlands 8 Lessons - $209 4:00 - 7:00 pm Mon,Thu, Sep 23 - May 8 Highlands Elementary School Rm 05

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Performingg Arts Ballet & Dance Ballet Fundamentals I  Ages 3-4 Learn basic, fundamental ballet movement and terminology through creative exercise. You’ll also develop age-appropriate motor skills and musicality and perform in a Spring Recital. New and returning students are welcome. Instructors Lara Ciganko, Eileen Kamp, and Marcia Keegan use methods designed to encourage exploration and foster creativity.

BA-1 17 Sessions - $169 9:15 - 10:00 am Saturdays, Jan 11 - May 17 Edina Community Center Rm 331 No Class Feb 15 & Apr 05 B-6 17 Sessions - $169 4:15 - 5:00 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - May 13 Edina Community Center Rm 331 Dance Studio No Class Apr 01 B-12 17 Sessions - $169 10:00 - 10:45 am Thursdays, Jan 16 - May 15 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Apr 03

Ballet Fundamentals II  Learn basic, fundamental ballet movement and terminology through creative exercise.

You’ll also develop age-appropriate motor skills and musicality (building on elements learned in Fundamentals I), and perform in a Spring Recital. Fundamentals I is not a required pre-requisite; new and returning students are welcome. Instructors Lara Ciganko, Eileen Kamp, and Marcia Keegan use methods designed to encourage exploration and foster creativity.

Ages 5-6 BA-2 17 Sessions - $189 10:00 - 11:00 am Saturdays, Jan 11 - May 17 Edina Community Center Rm 331 No Class Feb 15 & Apr 05 Ages 5-6 B-7 17 Sessions - $189 5:00 - 6:00 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - May 13 Edina Community Center Rm 331 Dance Studio No Class Apr 01 Ages 4-6 B-5 17 Sessions - $189 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Thursdays, Jan 16 - May 15 Edina Community Center Rm 331 No Class Apr 03

Ballet Fundamentals III  Develop your ballet and creative movement skills learned in Fundamentals II. New and returning students are welcome with at least one session of Fundamentals II or instructor approval. The Spring Recital is a highlight for this level of dancers. Instructors Lara Ciganko, Eileen Kamp, and Marcia Keegan use methods designed to encourage exploration and foster creativity.

Ages 6-8 B-10 17 Sessions - $189 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 11 - May 17 Edina Community Center Rm 331 No Class Feb 15 & Apr 05 Ages 7-8 B-8 17 Sessions - $189 6:00 - 7:00 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - May 13 Edina Community Center Rm 331 Dance Studio No Class Apr 01

Attire for Ballet Fundamentals I, II,III: Girls should wear leotard, tights or bare legs (leggings ok), pink leather ballet slippers NOT fabric slippers, bare feet are optional at this level.

Boys should wear shorts, biking shorts, t-shirt, black leather ballet slippers or bare feet.

Ballet for Teen Athletes  Ages 6-14 Ballet is well known as a beautiful art form. Dancers will attest to the physical demands of the profession.

But dancers are not the only ones doing ballet. Many athletes use dance and ballet to cross-train and improve their physical skills.

This class is geared to Dancers, gymnasts, swimmers and skaters to help them in their sports. Ballet technique and individual help provided in class. Instructor is Marcia Keegan.

B-13 17 Sessions - $209 12:00 - 1:30 pm Saturdays, Jan 11 - May 17 Edina Community Center Rm 331 No Class Feb 15 & Apr 05

Ballet Level I & II  Ages 10-13 This class is for students who want to increase their training and commitment to ballet with a continued focus on an educational and artistic goal, emphasizing proper alignment, technique, musicality, and artistry. Students at this level should simultaneously enroll in both classes to make appropriate progress. Pre-requisite: Ballet Level I or Ballet for Teen Athletes or permission from instructor. Instructor Lara Ciganko .

E Level i B-2 17 Sessions - $209 6:00 - 7:30 pm Mondays, Jan 13 - Jun 2 Edina Community Center Rm 331 Dance Studio No Class Jan 20, Feb 17 & Mar 31 E Level II B-23 17 Sessions - $209 6:00 - 7:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 15 - May 14 Edina Community Center Rm 331 Dance Studio No Class Apr 02

Ballet Levels Attire Girls should wear a leotard, tights, leather or canvas ballet slippers and have hair in a bun. Boys should wear black leggings or bike shorts, white undershirt, and ballet slippers.

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Academy y Hip Hop 3  Ages 8-12 Get into the Groove! Dancers will learn jazz and hip hop steps to fun and upbeat music. Come learn to leap, turn and shine. This class is not only fun but will improve posture, strength and flexibility in a positive and selfesteem building atmosphere. Jazz shoes and comfortable clothing are required. All levels welcome.

Meet Gina Mayer!

HH-1 9 Sessions - $95 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 5 Edina Community Center Rm 330

Gina Mayer, owner and instructor of Mayer Arts, believes that teaching is not only providing training for those who are serious about learning but also to just have fun! We teach proper technique, terminology, body awareness, and an appreciation for the arts.

Our goal is that students will not only find a love for the arts but also build healthy habits and self-esteem. Skills that will be helpful to them for the rest of their lives!

HH-2 9 Sessions - $95 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wednesdays, Mar 12 - May 14 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Apr 02

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Hip Hop Hip Hop and Tap 2  Ages 5-7 As a growing dancers you will experience the exciting rhythms of tap as well as the upbeat and energetic style of jazz and hip hop dancing. Proper terms for dance steps will be taught as well as body awareness to improve posture, strength and flexibility. Ballet or jazz and tap shoes and comfortable clothing are required. All levels welcome.

HH-5 9 Sessions - $95 4:30 - 5:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 5 Edina Community Center Rm 330

 Ages 11-15 Get into the Groove! Dancers will learn jazz and hip hop steps to fun and upbeat music. Come learn to leap, turn and shine. This class is not only fun but will improve posture, strength and flexibility in a positive and self-esteem building atmosphere.

Jazz shoes and comfortable clothing are required. All levels welcome. This class is for students with at least one year of dance.

The Mayer Arts Spring Recital for Hip Hop, Jazz and Tap! Students will not only learn and have fun but will have the option to perform in our recital in the spring! The Mayer Arts Spring Recital will be on May 21 at 6 pm!

HH-3 8 Sessions - $109 10:00 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Jan 4 - Mar 1 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Feb 15 HH-4 8 Sessions - $109 10:00 - 11:15 am Saturdays, Mar 8 - May 10 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Mar 29 & Apr 05

HH-6 9 Sessions - $95 4:30 - 5:30 pm Wednesdays, Mar 12 - May 14 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Apr 02

Students that wish to participate in the recital must enroll in the spring session and purchase a costume for an additional fee. This recital is optional.

Students may take a Mayer Arts class without participating in the recital.

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Performingg Arts Tap/Jazz Jazz and Tap 1  Ages 3-5 Let’s jump and jive! This class introduces jazz dancing with the added fun of tap! An introduction to the movements and vocabulary of these disciplines are taught with the help of musical instruments, parachutes and scarves. Students will develop poise, strength and flexibility. Ballet and tap shoes are required. All levels welcome.

JT-1 8 Sessions - $89 9:15 - 10:00 am Saturdays, Jan 4 - Mar 1 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Feb 15

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 Ages 8-12 Come and learn what exciting rhythms your feet can make! You will be amazed how fun this classic American dance form can be! Tap shoes and comfortable clothing are required. All levels welcome.

 Ages 11-15 Come and learn what exciting rhythms your feet can make! You will be amazed how fun this classic American dance form can be! Tap shoes and comfortable clothing are required. We will also have the opportunity to perform at the Mall of America in the spring for National Tap Dance Day! This class is for students with at least one year of tap dance.

T-1 9 Sessions - $59 6:30 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 5 Edina Community Center Rm 330 T-2 9 Sessions - $59 6:30 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Mar 12 - May 14 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Apr 02

T-4 8 Sessions - $95 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Mar 8 - May 10 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Mar 29 & Apr 05

JT-2 8 Sessions - $89 9:15 - 10:00 am Saturdays, Mar 8 - May 10 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Mar 29 & Apr 05

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T-3 8 Sessions - $95 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Saturdays, Jan 4 - Mar 1 Edina Community Center Rm 330 No Class Feb 15

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Fitness Fun

For All Ages

Mini-Sports Sampler  Ages 4-6 Explore baseball, soccer, lacrosse, and flag football in a fun and noncompetitive setting. No pressure, just lots of fun while you participate in all three activities every day. You’ll walk away with a medal of sportsmanship award. Please dress appropriately, wear tennis shoes, and bring shin guards (recommended), a baseball mitt, two snacks and a water bottle. Sports Unlimited Mini-Sports staff are trained to meet the special needs of young children.

MS-3 4 Sessions - $85 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 15 - Feb 5 Edina Community Center City Gym

Yoga!

MS-4 4 Sessions - $85 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 12 Edina Community Center City Gym MS-5 4 Sessions - $85 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - Apr 30 Edina Community Center City Gym MS-6 3 Sessions - $65 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, May 21 - Jun 4 Edina Community Center City Gym

Super Shooters Basketball Clinic  Grades 2-5 Have fun learning the game of basketball in a positive and challenging environment. The boys & girls will work on skills such as shooting, ballbandling and footwork. We will also have various shooting and dribbling contests during the four sessions. Students will be separated by age, size and skill level. Each child will also receive a Lynch Camps t-shirt. Lynch Camps, a premier group of MN basketball instructors, have been running camps and clinics since 1992.

SH-1 4 Sessions - $85 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Saturdays, Mar 1 - Mar 22 Edina Community Center Large Gym

Yoga After School

 Grades 6-9 You will learn how to utilize ujjayi breathing techniques to quiet the mind while your muscles gain strength, balance and flexibility. Improved circulation, digestion, resistance to injuries and a better night’s sleep can result from the physical movement and work throughout the core body. Mats available or bring your own. Snack provided. All levels welcome. Katie Mahlum is a registered yoga teacher and group fitness certified.

YO-2 9 Sessions - $115 3:15 - 4:30 pm Mondays, Jan 13 - Mar 24 Edina Community Center Rm 318 No Class Jan 20 & Feb 17

Yoga on Saturday  Grades 10-12 Unite breath, mind and body through movement in and out of traditional yoga postures. You will learn how to utilize ujjayi breathing techniques to quiet the mind while your muscles gain strength, balance and flexibility.

Improved circulation, digestion, resistance to injuries and a better night’s sleep can result from the physical movement and work throughout the core body. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome. Katie Mahlum is a registered yoga teacher and group fitness certified.

YO-1 10:00 - 11:15 am Edina High School No Class Feb 15

Wake-Up Yoga for Kids  Grades K-5 Want to start your day with a gentle way to wake-up your body and mind?

Then, this class is for you! We will use yoga techniques of stretching, breathing, and yoga poses to help start the day on the right track. Mats are provided but please wear comfortable clothing and socks to move in.

Will be a fun way to start the day! You may also register for just once a week and the fee will be pro-rated. Instructor is Brenda Schultz, Music Specialist at Concord. yo3 10 Sessions - $79 7:45 - 8:25 am Wed/Fri, Feb 19 - Mar 26 Concord Elementary School Rm 100 No Class Mar 07 yo4 10 Sessions - $79 7:45 - 8:25 am Wed/Fri, Jan 8 - Feb 12 Concord Elementary School Rm 100 No Class Feb 05 yo5 10 Sessions - $79 7:45 - 8:25 am Wed/Fri, Apr 9 - May 9 Concord Elementary School Rm 100

8 Sessions - $99 Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 22 Gymnastics Gym

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Fitness Kung Fu - Wu Shu Kung Fu - Wu Shu

E 2nd Purple - Black Belt KF-1 7 Sessions - $84 12:00 - 12:50 pm Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 15 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 01

 Ages 5-Adult Learn the life-long benefits of Kung Fu - the Chinese art of self-defense and fitness - and build muscle, power, flexibility, and agility. Join a fun, non-competitive, full-participation class, which focuses on skill-building exercises that will strengthen the mind and body. Parents: Don’t sit at the sideline. Register for class and participate with your child in class. Optional uniform and certification for White to Black Belt are available. Instructor: National Treasure Kung Fu, Inc., directed by SiFu Al Lam.

KF-2 7 Sessions - $84 7:40 - 8:30 pm Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Mar 11 Edina Community Center Auditorium KF-3 7 Sessions - $84 7:40 - 8:30 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - May 20 Edina Community Center Auditorium KF-4 7 Sessions - $84 12:00 - 12:50 pm Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 24 Edina Community Center Auditorium

E Beginner, White, & Yellow Belt KF-5 7 Sessions - $84 9:00 - 9:50 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 15 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 01

E Orange - Purple Belt KF-11 7 Sessions - $84 10:00 - 10:50 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 15 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 01

KF-6 7 Sessions - $84 6:00 - 6:50 pm Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Mar 11 Edina Community Center Auditorium

KF-12 7 Sessions - $84 6:50 - 7:40 pm Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Mar 11 Edina Community Center Cafeteria

KF-7 7 Sessions - $84 6:00 - 6:50 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - May 20 Edina Community Center Auditorium

KF-13 7 Sessions - $84 6:50 - 7:40 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - May 20 Edina Community Center Auditorium

KF-8 7 Sessions - $84 9:00 - 9:50 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 24 Edina Community Center Auditorium

KF-14 7 Sessions - $84 10:00 - 10:50 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 24 Edina Community Center Auditorium

Concord Running Club

Concord Fitness Games

 Grades K-5 Develop fitness, good sportsmanship, and a positive mental attitude.

We will start with stretches, and then move on to cardiovascular activities. Meet in lower gym at Concord Elementary. Transportation is not provided to or from Running Club.

 Grades 3-5 Join P.E. teacher, Mrs. LiaBraaten, for some fun morning activity every Monday and Thursday before school. We will play some old favorites like capture the flag and pin guard as well as some new fun gym games.

CR-1 10 Sessions - $89 7:45 - 8:25 am Mon/Thu, Apr 21 - May 22 Concord Elementary School Playfield

E Instruments & Sparring KF-10 7 Sessions - $84 11:00 - 11:50 am Saturdays, Apr 12 - May 24 Edina Community Center Auditorium KF-9 7 Sessions - $84 11:00 - 11:50 am Saturdays, Jan 25 - Mar 15 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 01

CC-1 10 Sessions - $89 7:45 - 8:25 am Mon/Thu, Feb 24 - Mar 27 Concord Elementary School Gym

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Fun Fencing Intro: Olympic Fencing Musketeers

Level II: Olympic Fencing

 Ages 6-9 Fencing is a great work out and is fun for the whole family. It has a long history with roots in Egypt, Rome and France. It has evolved from its violent roots into an art form and an Olympic sport. Children will learn to “think on their feet” and develop their handeye coordination in the process. We provide everything needed to fence (mask, Jacket, glove, and weapon). The fencer need only to come dressed comfortably (for freedom of movement) including long sweat pants and running shoes.

F-W1 6 Sessions - $85 6:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Feb 12 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 19 F-S12 6 Sessions - $85 6:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 14 Edina Community Center

Small Gym

 Ages 8-Adult Join us and take it to the next level! This class is open to returning fencers, advanced skills will be taught. Fencing has a long history with roots in Egypt, Rome and France. t has evolved from its violent roots into an art form and an Olympic sport. Children will learn to “think on their feet” and develop their hand-eye coordination in the process.

We provide everything needed to fence (mask, Jacket, glove, and weapon). The fencer need only to come dressed comfortably (for freedom of movement) including long sweat pants and running shoes.

High School Fencing Team: Special Competition Session

F-W2 6 Sessions - $85 6:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Feb 12 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center Auditorium No Class Mar 19

 Ages 13-18 Our High Fencing Class offers instruction, recreation and competition for all age groups in the Foil, Epee and Saber weapon. It stresses the fundamentals of good overall fencing technique and footwork. We also introduce the more Advanced Concepts beyond a basic foil fencing introductory course. The Advanced Class will offer introductory modules on Electrical Scoring Fencing used for United States Fencing Association Competitions. Beginning and Advance Fencing Students of all ages are welcomed to train giving participants the opportunity to interact with fencers of all levels. For additional details, see www. minnesotaswordplay.com

F-S22 6 Sessions - $85 6:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 14 Edina Community Center

Small Gym

F-1 8 Sessions - $119 7:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 26 Edina Community Center Auditorium

Edina Fitness Club  Grades 3-5 The focus of the fitness club is to help students get ready for the school day by firing up their bodies and increasing overall fitness, strength, and flexibility. Workouts are designed to be adjustable to any fitness level.

Instructor is John Hanneman, Normandale PE specialist who has a passion for fit brains and bodies and believes that everyday should start with movement!

E 2 Days Per Week Fit-2S 22 Sessions - $94 7:45 - 8:15 am Mon-Fri, Mar 17 - Jun 5 Edina Community Center Small Gym No Class Mar 28, Mar 31-Apr 04 & May 26 E 3 Days Per Week Fit-3S 33 Sessions - $120 7:45 - 8:15 am Mon-Fri, Mar 17 - Jun 5 Edina Community Center Small Gym No Class Mar 28, Mar 31-Apr 04 & May 26 E 4 Days Per Week

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Pre-K

Enrichment for Ages 3-6

Arts & Crafts Mommy/Daddy & Me:  One parent, grandparent or adult friend must accompany each child. Max of two children per adult. Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged.

Discover France— A Passport Series Choice  Ages 1-5 - It’s time to travel and discover France through its artists. We’ll have fun painting, collaging, sculpting projects related to artists like Cezanne, Rousseau, Serat and more.

AB-5 3 Sessions - $39/pair, $18 extra child 10:00 - 10:45 am Tuesdays, Jan 28 - Feb 11 Edina Community Center Rm 313

Discover Russia— A Passport Series Choice  Ages 1-5 Get your passport ready! - It’s time to travel and discover Russia through its folk art. Create your own Russian inspired project while learning a little bit about the country that is hosting the 2014 Winter Olympics.

AB-6 3 Sessions - $39/pair, $18 extra child 10:00 - 10:45 am Tuesdays, Feb 25 - Mar 11 Edina Community Center Rm 313

Discover Somalia— A Passport Series Choice  Ages 1-5 It’s time to travel and discover Somalia through its history of textiles and wood carvings. We learn traditions and culture through creating art pieces that represent this amazing country.

AB-4 2 Sessions - $29/pair, $12 extra child 10:00 - 10:45 am Mar 18 & Mar 25 Edina Community Center Rm 313

Once Upon a Time  Ages 1-5 We combine captivating fairy tales with art creation! Your child will enjoy classic stories, sing songs, and have a blast creating art based on their favorite classic stories.

Little fingers experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, printing and creating, while developing fine motor, language and self-help skills.

AB-9 4 Sessions - $49/pair, $20 extra child 10:00 - 10:45 am Tuesdays, May 6 - May 27 Edina Community Center Rm 304

Special EditionMother’s Day Love  Ages 1-5 In this special one-hour class, enjoy the company of your little one as you work together to create a unique Mother’s Day keepsake you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

AB-3 1 Session - $15/pair, $5 extra child 10:00 - 10:45 am Wednesday, May 7 Edina Community Center Rm 304

Something for busy May days!

Mother’s Day Gift Making  Ages 3-6 In honor of mom’s special day the kids will give mom a “helping hand” for Mother’s Day! They will learn about and recreate Picasso’s Hand with Bouquet painting.

What a great keepsake! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts.

KC-3 9:30 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

1 Session - $29 Tuesday, May 6 Rm 313

Tinkerbell and Her Fairy Friends Art Camp  Ages 3-6 If you believe in fairies, clap your hands, and come to this whimsical, glitterfilled class! Your little fairy princess will create a fairy castle, a crown, wings, a wand and more. She will even make her own Tooth Fairy box. With the help of Tinkerbell and her fairy friends, she is sure to experience the magic of art! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts.

KC-6 4 Sessions - $109 9:30 - 11:30 am Mon Jun 2 - Thu Jun 5 Edina Community Center Rm 313

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Super Hero to the Rescue Art Class

Science Explorations

 Ages 3-6 If your child could have a superpower, what would it be? In this class, we’ll imagine ourselves as superheroes and then create our own superhero attire. Whether your kid wants superhuman strength or the power of invisibility, we’ll be sure to channel their super creativity into making awesome works of art that they get to wear home.

Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts.

KC-5 9:30 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

1 Session - $28 Friday, Jun 6 Rm 313

Polar Adventures  Ages 3-6 Bundle up as we journey to the ends of the earth. On our journey, we will learn how the sun and the earth’s rotation have created these wintry environments. We will also discover how the animals have adapted to living with frigid conditions. As we travel from the North Pole to the South, we will learn if these icy climates have more than one season and how the poles are different from each other. Instructors from Science Explorers believe that hands-on science sparks wonder and imagination in all children, allowing them to use their natural curiosity for discoveries.

PA-1 4 Sessions - $79 1:00 - 2:30 pm Thursdays, Jan 23 - Feb 13 Edina Community Center Rm 165

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Non-School Days! Please register at least one week in advance for the Non-School Day classes.

Spring Break: March 31-April 4, 2014 Fun in the Spring  Ages 2-6 Enjoy the season of spring. We will be exploring the signs of spring with artists and authors to inspire us. We will explore art, music, movement, cooking and wonderful stories. We’ll end our day with large muscle motor activities. Teacher Lisa is a licensed Early Childhood educator who has taught for the Edina Family Center for over 25 years.

17-1 2 Sessions - $75 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mar 31 & Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 170B Family Center 17-2 2 Sessions - $75 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Apr 1 & Apr 3 Edina Community Center Rm 170B Family Center 17-3 2 Sessions - $75 12:30 - 3:30 pm Apr 1 & Apr 3 Edina Community Center Rm 170B Family Center 17-4 1 Session - $39 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday, Apr 4 Edina Community Center Rm 170B Family Center

Princess Art Festival

The Mannerly Manners® Club  Ages 4-7 Strengthen the social skills training you have already begun! The Mannerly Manners® Club is a program designed specifically for your active, early learner. For over a decade, Marilyn Pentel has taken pride in teaching manners with respect and empowering kids with lifechanging skills. More information at: www.mannerlymanners.com 17-7 5 Sessions - $155 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Fri Apr 4 Edina Community Center Rm 213

Pirate Adventure!

 Ages 3-6 Is your little one a princess in the making? If so, let her be a Princess for the day! We’ll make adorable princess crowns to wear, sculpt a princess wand, and even paint and collage a castle. Along the way we’ll read princess stories and learn how to walk, talk and curtsy like a princess. Costumes welcome! Bring a beverage and nut free snack.

Abrakadoodle Art Education provides a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged.

17-6 9:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Apr 1 & Apr 3 Rm 313

 Ages 3-5 Set sail for a Pirate Adventure!

Sculpt a pirate ship from clay, go on a treasure hunt to find buried treasure, paint a treasure chest, and more! Along the way we’ll sing pirate songs, listen to pirate music and read pirate stories. Arrrrgh! Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire. Abrakadoodle Art Education provides a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged.

17-5 9:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Apr 1 & Apr 3 Rm 311

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Stars, Planets and Stories  Ages 3.5-6 Blast off with Science Explorers for a fun filled trip to the stars. Upon our departure, we will learn about gravity and how it affects us here on earth. As we soar past the moon, we will explore its phases and stop to investigate the planets of our solar system and how they orbit the sun. As we reach the end of our trip, we will look to the constellations and learn their stories.

Instructors from Science Explorers believe that hands-on science sparks wonder and imagination in all children, allowing them to use their natural curiosity for discoveries.

ST-1 4 Sessions - $79 1:00 - 2:30 pm Thursdays, Mar 6 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center Rm 313

Buggy for Bugs  Ages 3.5-6 Are you buggy for bugs? Do you like the creepy, crawlers of the immense insect world? Then join us to investigate the three types of metamorphosis, discover how some bugs live in colonies, and how bugs eat, smell and survive. You will construct your own bugs, weave a web and more in this fun, hands-on class. Instructors from Science Explorers believe that hands-on science sparks wonder and imagination in all children, allowing them to use their natural curiosity for discoveries.

BU-1 4 Sessions - $64 1:00 - 2:30 pm Thursdays, Apr 17 - May 8 Edina Community Center Rm 313

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Mini-Sports Sampler  Ages 4-6 Explore baseball, soccer, lacrosse, and flag football in a fun and noncompetitive setting. No pressure, just lots of fun while you participate in all three activities every day. You’ll walk away with a medal of sportsmanship award. Please dress appropriately, wear tennis shoes, and bring shin guards (recommended), a baseball mitt, two snacks and a water bottle. Sports Unlimited Mini-Sports staff are trained to meet the special needs of young children.

MS-3 4 Sessions - $85 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 15 - Feb 5 Edina Community Center City Gym MS-4 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 12 Edina Community Center

The Mannerly Manners Club®  Ages 4-7 Strengthen the social skills training you have already begun! The Mannerly Manners® Club is a program designed specifically for your active, early learner. For over a decade, Marilyn Pentel has taken pride in teaching manners with respect and empowering kids with lifechanging skills. More information at: www. mannerlymanners.com.

MM-SP1 5 Sessions - $155 4:30 - 5:30 pm Thursdays, Feb 6 - Mar 6 Edina Community Center Rm 213

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MS-5 4 Sessions - $85 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - Apr 30 Edina Community Center City Gym MS-6 3 Sessions - $65 12:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, May 21 - Jun 4 Edina Community Center City Gym

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Art Adventures Around the World: Get your Passport!  Grades 1-5 Get your passport ready! - It’s time to travel and discover France, Russia and Somalia through folkart and artists.

Join us in this creative art class as we learn about traditions and culture. We’ll have fun creating our own masterpieces in the style of the art and artists from those countries as we use different art mediums and techniques.

Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration individual creativity is encouraged.

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3:55 - 4:55 pm Wednesdays, Jan 29 - Mar 5 Highlands Elementary School Rm 28 Abra-2 6 Sessions - $99 3:55 - 4:55 pm Thursdays, Jan 30 - Mar 6 Countryside Elementary School Rm 304 Abra-3 6 Sessions - $99 3:55 - 4:55 pm Fridays, Jan 31 - Mar 14 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 106 No Class Mar 07 Abra-4 6 Sessions - $99 3:10 - 4:10 pm Fridays, Jan 31 - Mar 14 Concord Elementary School Rm 210 No Class Mar 07 Abra-5 6 Sessions - $99 3:10 - 4:10 pm Fridays, Jan 24 - Feb 28 Edina Community Center Rm 216 Abra-6 6 Sessions - $99 3:55 - 4:55 pm Wednesdays, Jan 29 - Mar 5 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 27

A Family Evening with Folk Art from France, Russia and Somalia  Ages 6-99 A Passport Series Option: Learn about painting and other cultures while spending quality time together. Use of mixed media and techniques will be used to create Folk Art styles from France, Russia and Somalia. Priced per pair. Added person is $18 with a max of two children per adult.

Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration individual creativity is encouraged.

Folk-1 4 Sessions - $89/pair 5:45 - 7:15 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - Feb 4 Edina Community Center Rm 334 Folk-2 4 Sessions - $89/pair 5:45 - 7:15 pm Tuesdays, Mar 25 - Apr 22 Edina Community Center Rm 334 No Class Apr 01

Abra-7 6 Sessions - $99 3:20 - 4:20 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Mar 10 Our Lady of Grace School Room 305 No Class Feb 17

Late Start/Early Release Activities  Grades K-5 Looking for some fun and enriching activities on the early release/late start school days? Here is your opportunity. Choose from a variety of classes that will keep you on schedule and your child engaged. Each elementary site will have at least 3-5 choices. Detailed descriptions are available on our website and registration is available online, enter key words “Late start/Early Release”. Winter dates are Feb 5 and March 28 See page 4 for more information about the 2014 calendar. Questions? Call 952-848-3952.

Art & Drama Drama Kids Acting Academy  Grades 1-5 Calling all actors! Join Drama Kids and learn how to express yourself with confidence, have fun on stage and build new skills with creative activities every week. Our winter session builds basic theater skills that will be used in our Spring Performance session.

You’ll improvise new scenes, learn how to create characters and have a great time with other actors your age - without the stress of auditions.

Our session ends with a performance where your talents shine!! Drama Kids International instructors are experienced in both the dramatic arts and teaching young budding stars.

Winter session DR-8 9 Sessions - $129 3:55 - 4:55 pm Mondays, Jan 13 - Mar 24 Countryside Elementary School Rm 221 Band No Class Jan 20 & Feb 17 DR-9 9 Sessions - $129 3:10 - 4:10 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - Mar 25 Concord Elementary School Rm 114 No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

spring performance DR-10 8 Sessions - $145 3:55 - 5:30 am Mondays, Apr 7 - Jun 2 Countryside Elementary School Rm 221 Band No Class May 26 DR-11 9 Sessions - $145 3:10 - 4:30 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 Concord Elementary School Rm 114

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KIDS Club WISE Guys Before and After School Edina KIDS Club offers a fun, stimulating learning environment that will complement and enrich your child’s experience in Edina Public Schools.

There is a balance of activity options that includes large group, small group, and individual choices. We are a great place for children to develop friendships, grow in confidence, independence, and respect for themselves and others. Each program has a manager and supervisor that is degreed and enough support staff for a 1:15 ratio. edina.thatscommunityed.com 952-848-3947 Grades K-3: All elementary sites and the Edina Community Center Grades 4-5: Edina Community Center School Days/Times : Monday - Friday 6:45 am - school start; school end - 6:00 pm *Fees are based on contract terms

Non-School Days - All Day Fun!

Dazzling Cartoons with Young Rembrandts  Grades K-5 Each lesson will explore how to draw exciting, dynamic characters.

Young Rembrandts instructors love to teach children to draw using a sequential, ordered process. As a result, students show dramamtic improvement in their drawing ablitlies, patience and focus..

YR-11 6 Sessions - $75 3:10 - 4:10 pm Fridays, Mar 14 - May 2 Edina Community Center Rm 216 Art No Class Mar 28 & Apr 04 YR-12 7 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Thursdays, Mar 13 - May 1 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 106 Art No Class Apr 03 YR-13 7 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Tuesdays, Mar 11 - Apr 29 Countryside Elementary School Rm 304 Art No Class Apr 01 YR-14 7 Sessions - $85 3:10 - 4:10 pm Tuesdays, Mar 11 - Apr 29 Concord Elementary School Rm 210 Art No Class Apr 01 YR-15 7 Sessions - $85 3:20 - 4:20 pm Wednesdays, Mar 12 - Apr 30 Our Lady of Grace School Room 100 No Class Apr 02 YR-16 7 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Mondays, Mar 10 - Apr 28 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 27 No Class Mar 31

KIDS Club & WISE Guys is available all day on school release days offering lots of fun activities and field trips. Visit our website for details and to register. edina.thatscommunityed.com 952-848-3947

YR-17 5 Sessions - $65 3:55 - 4:55 pm Fridays, Mar 14 - Apr 25 Highlands Elementary School Rm 28 Art No Class Mar 28 & Apr 04

Grades K-3: All elementary sites and the Edina Community Center Grades 4-5: Edina Community Center Non-School Days Hours: 6:45 am - 6:00 pm Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 7 & 31, Apr 1-4. $39/$49

 Grades 2-4 What will set your child apart in a competitive world? Whether playing sports, participating in clubs, making friends, or dealing with teachers, social skills are what give us an edge. Students learn fun, easy to follow, interactive character building exercises that build self-confidence. Learn more visit www.mannerlymanners.com

*Field trip destinations may include: MN/Como Zoo, Science Museum, Rollerskating, Water Park, History Center, Sky Zone and more.

After School Chess

Mannerly Manners® Rule

MM-2 4 Sessions - $155 6:00 - 8:00 pm Mondays, Feb 3 - Mar 3 Edina Community Center Rm 165 No Class Feb 17

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 Grades K-5 Russ works with the beginning students as they learn various “lead up” games and employs talented former students to work with the more skilled players. A wide variety of chess skills will be taught and students will participate in competitive matches within the club. New and returning students are welcome! Taught by Russ Erickson, Minnesota Chess coach of the Year 1989 and current member of the School Chess Association.

CC-10 10 Sessions - $125 3:10 - 4:40 pm Wednesdays, Jan 22 - Mar 26 Concord Elem. School Rm 208 Media Center CC-10Sp 9 Sessions - $115 3:10 - 4:40 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 Concord Elem. School Rm 208 Media Center CN-10W 10 Sessions - $125 3:55 - 5:25 pm Thursdays, Jan 23 - Mar 27 Cornelia Elem. School Media Center North CN-10SP 9 Sessions - $115 3:55 - 5:25 pm Thursdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 Cornelia Elem. School Media Center North CTY-10W 9 Sessions - $115 3:55 - 5:25 pm Fridays, Jan 17 - Mar 21 Countryside Elem. School Media Center No Class Feb 28 CTY-10SP 3:55 - 5:25 pm Countryside Elem.

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 Grades K-5 Amaze your friends, impress your opponents. You’ll learn the history, strategy and rules of this classic mind game, while developing your creativity, concentration, memory and developing critical and analytical thinking skills.

Beginners and experienced players welcome.

Teaching children to play chess is a passion for instructors Eduard Zelkind and Klara Ferschtman.

CH-1 17 Sessions - $179* 3:10 - 4:30 pm Thursdays, Jan 16 - May 22 Edina Community Center Rm 165

Demo Kitchen and Cafeteria No Class Apr 03 & Apr 10 *Payment plan available $95 x 2

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 Grades K-5 New and returning students invited. Get prepped and primed for Chess Tournament Season. YEL Chess has proven excellence in dozens of schools. Our lessons are crafted by the best chess minds in Minnesota. The lessons progress from rudimentary concepts through higher-level theories. Our activity books are formatted to be accessible to beginners, yet challenge intermediate and advanced students to apply deeper understanding of chess concepts.

In-school tournament is conducted during class time during the spring session. Youth Enrichment League instructors believe that every young person is endowed with special gifts, and encourage students to explore and nurture their individual talents. www. youthenrichmentleague.com.

CRV-1 8 Sessions - $115 3:55 - 4:55 pm Tuesdays, Jan 14 - Mar 25 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 111 Staff No Class Jan 21, Feb 18 & Mar 11 CRV-2 8 Sessions - $115 3:55 - 4:55 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - May 27 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 111 Staff

Science & Technology Video Game Creation 2.0 Version  Grades 3-5 Dive into the world of 2 dimensional video game designs using the all New scratch 2.0 version. Working in pairs, students will create a dynamic video animation games using Scratch, the innovative programming language created just for students by the MIT Media Lab. The first part of each class will be instructor led, with the time remaining students will have the opportunity to solve challenges or develop their own game animation.

Computer Explorers specializes in project-based technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21stcentury competencies.

CP2-2 4 Sessions - $85 3:50 - 5:20 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Feb 24 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 13 No Class Feb 17 CP2-CC 4 Sessions - $85 3:05 - 4:35 pm Mondays, Mar 3 - Mar 24 Concord Elementary School Rm 160 CP2-CT 4 Sessions - $85 3:50 - 5:20 pm T Tuesdays, Feb 4 - Mar 4 Countryside Elementary School Rm 223 No Class Feb 18 CP2-H 4 Sessions - $85 3:50 - 5:20 pm Wednesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 12 Highlands Elementary School Rm 09

Video Game Design, Jr.  Grades K-2 Create YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME! Love video games? Students as young as 5 years old can create their own platform video games in this cool class! Choose your storyline with dragons, princesses, or wild wacky aliens; add challenges and levels of difficulty, then share by email or post on the web to challenge family and friends. Students can practice math, logic, and programming and put their video game talents to work!

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Saturday Specials! one or two day workshops with Computer Explorers who specialize in project-based technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies.

Robotics: Star Wars Jedi & Imperial Droids  Grades 3-6 Star Wars, Robotics and Engineering! Create familiar Star Wars droids or use the Force to create droids of your own design. Students will use the “Micro Scout” Lego Mindstorm Robotics System’s microcomputer for the brain of our droids and the built-in light sensor, motor and sound to bring our droids to life. In this exciting hands on class students, working in pairs, will be using the Robotic Mindstorms Droid and Darkside developer kit to build and experiment with up to 6 different models CE-14 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Jan 18 & Jan 25 Rm 334

Engineering: Crazy Action Contraptions  Grades 2-5 Unleash your imagination as you journey through the wide-ranging world of LEGO building. Students, working in pairs, will build models and discuss the engineering science behind each. This fun, hands-on class shows students how engineering can be fun and silly, yet still educational. Students will then be challenged to improve the model and customize their creations.

CE-1 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $45 Saturday, Feb 8 Rm 334

Jr. Engineering: Crazy Lego Contraptions  Grades K-3 Brand-new, high-performance projects! From the Supercharged Speedster to the Squeezeclaw Grabber to the Wall Rocket Racer - all these contraptions spin, stretch, speed, or spring into action. Whether you’re brand-new to LEGO or have been building for years, this class is sure to spark your imagination and motivate you to keep creating!.

E-4 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $45 Saturday, Feb 8 Rm 334

Girls & Gadgets  Grades 1-5 Our Girls and Gadgets class is designed to get girls excited about technology and help destroy the myth that computers, robotics, and engineering are for boys. We will explore robotics and engineering in fun hands-on activities. In this all girls class, girls are empowered and encouraged to explore technology while applying math and science concepts to complete projects. During portions of the class, students will be working in small teams and individually.

CE-10 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

Jr Robotics: Star Wars Droid Builder  Grades 1-4 Bring Star Wars inspired inventions to life — with the Star Wars Lego Mindstorms Robotics Developer kit. We will start with a simple droid mechanism, and then move on to more ambitious droids that move and walk. This modular building system lets student’s build using subassemblies, making it easy to create and customize the robotic droids. All these great robotic inventions are powered by the Micro Scout, the smallest LEGO microcomputer, equipped with light sensor, and 6 robotic programs to control our droid creations.

CE-22 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

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Lego WeDo Robotics  Grades 1-5 Get ready for Spring Soccer by building your own Robotic Soccer Goalie and CHEERING FANS! Up to 8-10 different projects will be built, programmed and tested throughout the session. Ignite your inner innovator this spring! Youth Enrichment League instructors believe that every young person is endowed with special gifts, and encourage students to explore and nurture their individual talents. www. youthenrichmentleague.com.

LE-1 6 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Mondays, Apr 7 - May 12 Highlands Elementary School Rm 28 Art

Science Comes Alive with Mad Science

Techno-Connections with Mad Science

 Grades 1-5 Discover how Science Comes Alive with Mad Science! Wonder at the marvels of natural science as you explore how animals adapt to their environments, how bugs defend themselves, and how life can survive at the bottom of the sea. See the secrets of science’s impact on the brain in magic tricks and art. Explore chemistry as you figure out the difference between solutions and suspensions and experience the power of chemical reactions. Delve into the science of paleontology and learn about life long gone: the dinosaurs! Mad Science instructors transform laboratory science into fun, interactive learning experiences for experiences for elementary aged kids.

 Grades 1-5 Join Mad Science as we connect with technology! Experience the basic forces that make technology possible: use Newton’s laws to make things move, convert potential energy into kinetic energy, and leverage simple machines to do your work. Explore the world of future technology as you set up a cellular tower relay to track your friends, program and command real robots, harness the power of the sun’s heat, and make light from a liquid. Mad Science instructors transform laboratory science into fun, interactive learning experiences for experiences for elementary aged kids.

LE-2 6 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Tuesdays, Apr 8 - May 13 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 44

MD-1 8 Sessions - $125 3:55 - 4:55 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Mar 24 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 111 Staff No Class Feb 17

LE-3 6 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Wednesdays, Apr 9 - May 21 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 111 Staff No Class Apr 30

MD-2 8 Sessions - $125 3:10 - 4:10 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Mar 24 Edina Community Center Rm 218 No Class Feb 17

LE-4 6 Sessions - $85 3:10 - 4:10 pm Thursdays, Apr 17 - May 22 Concord Elementary School Rm 155

MD-3 8 Sessions - $125 3:20 - 4:20 pm Mondays, Jan 27 - Mar 24 Our Lady of Grace School Room 111 No Class Feb 17

LE-5 6 Sessions - $85 3:55 - 4:55 pm Fridays, Apr 11 - May 23 Countryside Elementary School Rm 304 Art No Class Apr 25

MD-S1 7 Sessions - $109 3:10 - 4:10 pm Mondays, Apr 14 - Jun 2 Edina Community Center Rm 218 No Class May 26 MD-S2 7 Sessions - $109 3:20 - 4:20 pm Mondays, Apr 14 - Jun 2 Our Lady of Grace School Room 111 No Class May 26 MD-S3 6 Sessions - $95 3:55 - 4:55 pm Mondays, Apr 21 - Jun 2 Creek Valley Elementary School Rm 111 Staff No Class May 26 MD-S4 7 Sessions - $109 3:55 - 4:55 pm Wednesdays, Apr 16 - May 28 Countryside Elementary School Rm 304 Art

MD-4 8 Sessions - $125 3:55 - 4:55 pm Wednesdays, Jan 29 - Mar 19 Countryside Elementary School Rm 304 Art

MD-S5 7 Sessions - $109 3:55 - 4:55 pm Thursdays, Apr 10 - May 22 Highlands Elementary School Rm 28 Art

MD-5 8 Sessions - $125 3:55 - 4:55 pm Thursdays, Jan 30 - Mar 20 Highlands Elementary School Rm 28 Art

MD-S6 7 Sessions - $109 3:55 - 4:55 pm Fridays, Apr 18 - May 30 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 52

MD-7 8 Sessions - $125 3:55 - 4:55 pm Fridays, Jan 24 - Mar 21 Cornelia Elementary School Rm 32 No Class Feb 21

MD-S7 7 Sessions - $109 3:10 - 4:10 pm Fridays, Apr 18 - May 30 Concord Elementary School Rm 150

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Skateboard Camp  Ages 5+ 3rd Lair Skateboard Camps are designed for all ages and abilities. We teach the basics of skateboarding as well as help more advanced individuals take their skating to the next level. Our professional instructors share their love of the sport in a fun and supportive environment designed to foster confidence and build skills. Skateboard Camps run from 9:00am to noon with complimentary open skate after camp until the park closes - a whole day of fun! We provide any equipment and pads you need free of charge. Our camps provide small group instruction based on skill level so everyone feels comfortable, supported and challenged. Camps are held at 3rd Lair Skate Park in Golden Valley. Map/Directions Contact Information 850 Florida Ave S Golden Valley , MN 55426 Phone: 763 797 5283 17-S4 1 Session - $45 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Monday, Jan 20 3rd Lair Skatepark & SkateShop

 Ages 4-9 “Here comes the bride . . .” This fun-filled class will give your daughter a chance to transform herself into a bride. She will design and create a wedding dress and veil that she can actually wear home. This is art your child can use when she plays dressup! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-11 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Tuesday, Jan 21 Rm 313

Mosaic Mania  Ages 7-11 Let your creativity run wild while creating amazing mosaics! We’ll explore different mediums to make one-of-a-kind mosaics that are as unique as the artist who creates them. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire .Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged.

AB-14 9:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Tuesday, Jan 21 Rm 311

Avengers Movie Making/ Rock-n-Roll Robotics  Grades 3-6 Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Batman, Superman, Spiderman or Wonder Woman! Students, working in small teams, will handle all of the technical details including using a digital movie camera, filming scenes, stop-motion animation, downloading footage to the computer, digital editing, and adding finishing special effects and transitions to the movie.

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information CE-1a 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

Avengers Movie Making/ Rock-n-Roll Robotics  Grades K-3 Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Batman, Superman, Spiderman or Wonder Woman! Students, working in small teams, will handle all of the technical details including using a digital movie camera, filming scenes, stop-motion animation, downloading footage to the computer, digital editing, and adding finishing special effects and transitions to the movie.

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information CE-1b 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $85 Tuesday, Jan 21 Rm 334

You are Yoda  Ages 4-9 As Yoda once said “Try not. Do, or do not. There is no try.” What will we do in this class? “Imagine?” you ask. The coolest project you’ll ever get to make! You will create a painting that will transform you into Yoda!

Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child KC-18 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

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Wizard School  Grades K-5 Join Science Explorers as we investigate a wizard’s laboratory. You will become an apprentice as you learn the science behind the magic. Learn to harness electricity to make your own wand. Explore the secret world of alchemy as you create scientific potions and more in this fun, handson imaginative class.Instructors from Science Explorers believe that hands-on science sparks wonder and imagination in all children, allowing them to use their natural curiosity for discoveries.

WS-1 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $25 Tuesday, Feb 18 Rm 304

Magic School Bus Art  Ages 4-9 Get ready for an awesome art adventure! We’re going on a field trip with Liz, Arnold, Carlos and the rest of the gang in Ms. Frizzle’s 3rd grade class. Where will the Magic School Bus take us? We won’t know until we get there! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-12 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Tuesday, Feb 18 Rm 311

Van Gogh’s Sunflowers

Fun with Clay

 Ages 5-12 During a dreary Minnesota winter, a Vincent Van Gogh sunny sunflower painting is sure to brighten anyone’s day!

We will learn about and be inspired by this famous artist as we paint our own sunflowers on a real canvas board! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts.

Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

 Ages 7-12 A three-dimensional art experience your child is sure to remember.

This hands-on class allows kids to create artistic pieces of clay art, in a fun and energetic classroom! Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

KC-17 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Tuesday, Feb 18 Rm 311

AB-13 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $45 Tuesday, Feb 18 Rm 216

Video Game Robotic & RC Robots  Grades 1-5 Brand New Class! Build robotics and use them as controllers for your Scratch video game animation projects!!

Students build vehicles and robots containing a LEGO Robotics Mindstorm Microcomputer which can then be controlled with a remote!

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information.

CE-4 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $85 Tuesday, Feb 18 Rm 334

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Non-School Days - All Day Fun! KIDS Club & WISE Guys is available all day on school release days offering lots of fun activities and field trips. Visit our website for details and to register.

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Cartooning 101  Ages 7-12 Cartoons can be funny, cute, even comic book spectacular! We’ll explore it all in this specially geared class for beginners. Learn the fun, step-by-step basics of cartooning.

Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

AB-10 9:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Friday, Mar 7 Rm 311

Degas’ Beautiful Ballerinas  Ages 3-6 Tutu fun! We will learn about Edgar Degas’ beautiful ballerinas and then create our own ballerina themed art project on a real canvas board featuring the kids’ handprints. What a great keepsake! The kids are welcome to wear tutus to class. Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, selfesteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-7 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

Elementary Engineering & Motors  Grades 3-6 Unlock your inner Engineer!

Join us as we explore, investigate & solve problems while we learn about the building blocks of mechanical engineering. This exciting engineering class combines LEGO® Education & LEGO® Technic™ materials to explore machines by building realistic models. Students will be encouraged to apply what they learn and come up with creative solutions to engineering challenges.

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information. Bring a bag lunch!

CE-2 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

 Grades K-3 Build target launchers, handtriggered contraptions, wind-up cars, and other incredibly fun inventions in this brand new class. It just may be impossible to exhaust the creative potential of LEGO bricks. With an active imagination as your guide, there are endless possibilities. In this fun, action packed class; we will be building Lego projects that launch safe projectiles or themselves into action! Student working in pairs will learn about physics and engineering concepts such as Velocity. Computer Explorers specializes in project-based technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information. Bring a bag lunch!

CE-3 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $85 Friday, Mar 7 Rm 332

Splat-tacular Art  Ages 5-12 Every kid LOVES to splatter paint so come get messy with us! We’ll throw, splat and splatter paint on a real canvas board to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, selfesteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-16 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $85 Friday, Mar 7 Rm 329

1 Session - $35 Friday, Mar 7 Rm 313

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Non-School Days - All Day Fun! KIDS Club & WISE Guys is available all day on school release days offering lots of fun activities and field trips. Visit our website for details and to register.

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“School’s Out!” Skateboard Camp See class description on page 26.

17-S6 5 Sessions - $45/day 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Fri Apr 4 3rd Lair Skatepark & SkateShop

Dora y Diego  Ages 3-6 Join us and have a blast as we explore Dora y Diego inspired art. With projects specially designed for our younger fans, kids will gear up and create their own backpack to save the many art pieces they create on this amazing trip. Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

AB-12 2 Sessions - $79 9:00 - 11:30 am Mar 31 & Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 209 Kindergarten

Island Princess Musical Theater Camp  Ages 4-8 A princess winds up on a deserted island where she befriends a panda, an elephant and a peacock! Come sing, dance and act out this fun story and create a musical! Everyone will receive solo speaking lines! No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are easy to move in. Mayer Arts teaches proper technique, terminology, body awareness, and an appreciation for the arts in a fun atmosphere, building healthy habits and self-esteem.

IPM-1 5 Sessions - $129 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Fri Apr 4 Edina Community Center Auditorium

 Ages 4-9 This beginning level drawing camp is far from ordinary! It’s playful, imaginative and energetic. Your young artist will be introduced to basic drawing terms and a variety of art supplies. We will work with paint, glitter, bubbles and more magnificent materials as we create masterpieces that will help teach the basics of drawing. The kids will even receive their own sketchbooks to take home with them. This is a great camp for siblings to take together. Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-9 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Mar 31 & Apr 1 Rm 216 Art

Minecrafting in Real Life/ Architectural & Structural Design  Grades K-3 Working in teams you will use our Lego versions of creepers, endermans, villiage people, sheep, ocelots, and mummies to create a mini stop-motion movie to immortalize lego creations on digital film.. Be an architect as you learn the principles of construction. The main goal of the course is to introduce the concept of 3 Dimension and its role in designing. .

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information.

CE-5 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $150 Mar 31 & Apr 1 Rm 334

High School Musical Camp  Ages 6-10 Get in the Game! We will learn scenes, music and choreography from High School Musical, which we will perform at the end of the session. All levels are welcome.

Everyone will receive solo speaking lines. All that’s needed are comfortable clothing and light weight tennis shoes, ballet slippers, or jazz shoes. Friends and family are invited to observe a special performance during the last 30 minutes of the last day. Mayer Arts teaches proper technique, terminology, body awareness, and an appreciation for the arts in a fun atmosphere, building healthy habits and self-esteem.

HSM-1 5 Sessions - $129 1:00 - 4:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Fri Apr 4 Edina Community Center Auditorium

Star Wars Video Game Design/ Minecrafting in Real Life  Grades 3-6 Don’t Just play games - CREATE them! All new games and characters! Create and learn to modify our Star Wars-themed games using Scratch. Students, working in pairs, will be walked through step-by-step tutorials to create 2-4 working games and animations using popular Star Wars sprites. Computer Explorers specializes in project-based technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies.

Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information.

CE-6 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $150 Mar 31 & Apr 1 Rm 329

Ooey Gooey Fun  Ages 5-10 Ooey Gooey equals FUN! We’ll have all sorts of ooey gooey, squishy-squashy art materials so you can have a blast creating art projects in the messiest way possible!

Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

AB-15 1:00 - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Mar 31 & Apr 2 Rm 209

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 Grades 4-8 Amaze your family and friends when you share with them illusionary secrets. Participants will learn how to do the basic tricks they are familiar with, as well as new ones! This class will help develop their self-esteem by acquiring a new skill that will enhance their personality. Remember, magicians never reveal how a trick works! The focus of Homeward Bound Theatre Company is a vision of bringing a performance arts experience that encourages family values and positive relationships.

 Ages 7-13 Let your child be an interior designer for the day! “The Bedroom” by Vincent Van Gogh will be your young artist’s inspiration as he/she creates a diorama of his/her dream room. We’ll use paint, paper, and Model Magic® to construct mini beds, dressers, posters, rugs and more. Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

17-8 3 Sessions - $55 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Tue Apr 1 - Thu Apr 3 Edina Community Center Rm 306

Fashion Show Art Walk Through the Walker  Ages 7-12 Let’s take an imaginary walk through the Walker Art Center’s Sculpture Garden. We’ll learn cool facts about the famous Spoonbridge and Cherry (A.K.A. Spoon and Cherry) sculpture by Claes Oldenburg. Then, we’ll create our own version of his masterpiece out of air-dry clay and bubble paint! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, selfesteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-19 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Monday, Mar 31 Rm 216

 Ages 5-10 Is your daughter a fashion designer in the making? If so, this no school day camp is for her! Our fashionistas spend the morning designing and decorating a personalized T-shirt, making jewelry, and more. They’ll even have their nails painted!

Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

AB-16 1:00 - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Apr 1 & Apr 3 Rm 311

1 Session - $35 Tuesday, Apr 1 Rm 216

Sesame Street Gang  Ages 3-6 Come laugh, learn and get messy with your favorite Sesame Street friends. We will make cookies with Cookie Monster, visit Oscar in his garbage can and count with the Count. We will paint, sculpt and draw as we create your child’s favorite Muppets including: Elmo, Cookie Monster, Mr. Snuffleupagus, and more. Parents invited! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-15 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Apr 2 & Apr 3 Rm 165

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Best of Star Wars

 Grades K-3 Favorite tales are enhanced with rib-tickling humor, balloon sculpturing and slap-stick comedy illusion. Satisfaction guaranteed or all laughter returned! The focus of Homeward Bound Theatre Company is a vision of bringing a performance arts experience that encourages family values and positive relationships.

 Ages 5-10 If you love Star Wars then this is the camp for you! We’re taking our favorite Star Wars projects from the past and combining them all in this one camp! We’ll build an X-Wing, make a gigantic 3D light saber, and more! Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack, and recess attire.

17-9 3 Sessions - $55 9:00 - 10:15 am Tue Apr 1 - Thu Apr 3 Edina Community Center Rm 306

AB-17 1:00 - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center

Magic Storytelling

KC-8 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $79 Apr 1 & Apr 3 Rm 313

 Ages 7-13 It’s time for your young artist to roll up his/her sleeves, put on an apron and play with clay! Children will use a variety of tools and techniques to make animals, beads and bowls. We will work with both air-dry clay and Model Magic® and will mix up some batches of homemade clay with crazy ingredients like Kool Aid! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-14 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

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Lego Fun-gineering/3D Video Game Programming

Mario Kart Mania

Video Game Creation/ Jr. Engineering  Grades 1-3 Dive into the world of 2 dimensional video game designs. Working in pairs, students will create a dynamic video animation games using Scratch.

Students, working in pairs, will enjoy hands-on activities using LEGO® Gears and special Technic engineering components that incorporate math, science & creativity.

Computer Explorers specializes in projectbased technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information. Bring a bag lunch!

CE-8 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

 Grades 3-6 Experiment with Legos to build super-cool vehicles that move! Working in teams, students will create their own amazing race in this fun class that teaches beginning principles of engineering! Using “Alice”, an innovative 3D programming software, students will design an animation for an interactive game, movie, or story. This objectoriented program is fun and challenging, as students discover the art of video game programming using 3D graphics in a virtual world. Computer Explorers specializes in project-based technology education courses that reinforce core academic skills and teach invaluable 21st-century competencies. Visit www.computerexplorersmn.com for more information. Bring a bag lunch!

2 Sessions - $150 Apr 2 & Apr 3 Rm 334

 Ages 4-9 Channel your child’s love of video games into a creative, fun outlet! Put down the controller and come get messy with us! We’ll design and create our own imaginary Mario Kart vehicle out of clay and paint. Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, self-esteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-13 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Friday, Apr 4 Rm 313

Crazy Duct Tape  Ages 5-10 Anybody say duct tape? Have a blast creating cool duct tape art pieces using one of the most fun craft supplies around. We’ll use extra crazy duct tape colors and designs to create our artwork. Professional and caring art teachers from Abrakadoodle Art Education provide a positive and nurturing environment for art exploration where giggles, grins and individual creativity are encouraged. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.

AB-11 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $45 Friday, Apr 4 Rm 216

CE-7 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $150 Apr 2 & Apr 3 Rm 329

Girls Only!  Ages 4-9 Hey glitter girls - we’ll be creating a glittery, girly masterpiece in this super cool class. We’ll even paint our fingernails. Sorry boys, this class is for girls only! Kidcreate Studio teachers provide a positive, fun, selfesteem building atmosphere where children learn to express themselves through the visual arts.Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

KC-10 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $35 Friday, Apr 4 Rm 313

Red Cross Babysitter Training  Ages 10-15 A must for all babysitters! Topics include child development, good babysitter business practices and emergency care. In order to receive certification, attendance at all classes is required. Kathy Laedtke works for the Edina Family Center and is passionate about children’s safety and sharing her knowledge with our newest babysitters.

RC-1am 3 Sessions - $69 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Wed Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 351 RC-1pm 3 Sessions - $69 1:00 - 4:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Wed Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 351

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Enrichment for Middle & High School Grades 6-12 High School ACT Cram Session

Middle School Red Cross Babysitter Training

Geek Squad Internship

 Ages 10-15 A must for all babysitters! Topics include child development, good babysitter business practices and emergency care. In order to receive certification, attendance at all classes is required. Kathy Laedtke works for the Edina Family Center and is passionate about children’s safety and sharing her knowledge with our newest babysitters.

 Grades 6-12 Expanding our eLearning2 initiative with Best Buy, we have created an opportunity for all middle and high school students to become junior Geek Squad Agents.

This free 8-week course will meet every Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 pm at South View Middle School to learn from a Geek Squad agent and earn certification to be considered an Official junior Geek Squad Agent. Students will learn to diagnose, problem solve and repair basic computer issues. Must have a strong interest in computer repair and/or technology. Attendance every week is required for certification. Questions? Contact Tim Berndt, Edina Public Schools Instructional Technology Specialist, 952.848.4037 timothy. berndt@edinaschools.org

RC-1am 3 Sessions - $69 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Wed Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 351 RC-1pm 3 Sessions - $69 1:00 - 4:00 pm Mon Mar 31 - Wed Apr 2 Edina Community Center Rm 351

Mannerly Manners® Rule  Grades 5-8 What will set your child apart in a competitive world? Whether playing sports, participating in clubs, making friends, or dealing with teachers, social skills are what give us an edge. This course covers introductions, the importance of a smile, posture, conversation skills, table manners and much more. Students learn fun, easy to follow, interactive character building exercises that build self-confidence.

Class includes; individual attention, 49-page guidebook, many handouts to support lessons, dessert meal for table manners session and a certificate of completion. Learn more visit www.mannerlymanners.com MM-1 4 Sessions - $155 6:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesdays, May 6 - May 27 Edina Community Center Rm 311

EV3 Robotics  Grades 6-9 This is the newest robotics system in the land. New sensors, new builds, an infrared remote controller and more are used to build, test and modify a snapping snake and a two-wheeled gyro-bot. We use LEGO Mindstorms EV3 components and software.

Youth Enrichment League instructors believe that every young person is endowed with special gifts, and encourage students to explore and nurture their individual talents. Questions? Visit www.youthenrichmentleague.com.

EV3-1 5 Sessions - $109 2:45 - 4:25 pm Mon Feb 24 - Fri Feb 28 Valley View Middle School Rm 120

GK-1 8 Sessions - required for certification 3:30 - 4:30 pm Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 26 South View Middle School Rm 231 Computer Lab

Middle School Track  Grades 7 & 8 All participants will have the opportunity to compete in track and field events that encompass sprint and long distance running races, individual and relay options, and jumping and throwing events.

Beginner and experienced track athletes are welcome! Register online and download all schedules and waivers. Practices start April 7.

Fee is $139 Valley View Girls Track Team #TRK-VVM South View Girls Track Team #TRK-SVM Valley View & South View Boys Track Team #TRK-B

Dance, Yoga and Kung Fu see pages 12-16

 Planning to take the upcoming ACT test? Do you want some tools to improve your results?

In just 3 hours you can get the inside scoop on how to maximize your ACT scores. We begin with general test-taking strategies, and proceed to focusing on the four specific ACT content areas: English, math, reading, and science. You will complete and analyze ACT questions and leave class with a Student Quick Reference Toolkit and a complete ACT practice test.

21-1 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $135 Saturday, Feb 1 Rm 350

322-1 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $135 Saturday, Mar 22 Rm 350

67-1 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center

1 Session - $135 Saturday, Jun 7 Rm 350

ACT Prep  Grades 10-12 Planning to take the ACT college entrance exam in April or June? It’s critical to understand different test strategies.

Learn specific strategies for the ACT, tips for content areas of reading and natural science, and frequently tested principles of math and grammar. Tuition includes the Real ACT Prep Guide. Taught by Nancy Quinlan AC-1Q 4 Sessions - $105 6:00 - 9:00 pm Mondays, Mar 3 - Mar 24 Edina Community Center Rm 334 AC-2Q 4 Sessions - $105 6:00 - 9:00 pm Mondays, Apr 7 - Apr 28 Edina Community Center Rm 334

High School Fencing Team: Special Competition Session  Ages 13-18 Our High Fencing Class offers instruction, recreation and competition for all age groups in the Foil, Epee and Saber weapon.

It stresses the fundamentals of good overall fencing technique and footwork. We also introduce the more Advanced Concepts beyond a basic foil fencing introductory course. The Advanced Class will offer introductory modules on Electrical Scoring Fencing used for United States Fencing Association Competitions.

Beginning and Advance Fencing Students of all ages are welcomed to train giving participants the opportunity to interact with fencers of all levels. For additional details, see www. minnesotaswordplay.com See class information on page 17.

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Driver’s Education Classroom Instruction & Behind the Wheel  Ages 14 yrs -18 yrs

Flexible Scheduling — After School & Evenings

Classroom Instruction Classroom training is 30 hours and is offered in the evenings or after school. Each lesson is independent and can be taken in any order. If a lesson is missed, a student can make it up when it is convenient for them and finish at their own pace.

Behind-the-Wheel Training Behind-the-wheel training consists of six hours of one-on-one private instruction with a responsible, professional driving instructor. Lessons are two hour sessions and include pick-up and drop-off from home, work or school. Training is done on actual city streets and highways.

Parent Orientation is available online at www.safewaydrivingschool.com. Click student login to view. Visit our website for a downloadable 2014 class schedule. Classroom instructors and driving lessons provided by Safeway Driving School. www.safewaydrivingschool.com. 651-351-9150  Ages 14-18 DR-3 10 Sessions - $395 2:50 - 5:50 pm Mon-Thu, Dec 2 - Dec 17 Valley View Middle School Rm 120 DR-4 10 Sessions - $395 6:00 - 9:00 pm Mon-Thu, Jan 13 - Jan 30 South View Middle School SV Rm 135 No Class Jan 20 & Jan 21

DR-5 10 Sessions - $395 2:50 - 5:50 pm Mon-Thu, Feb 3 - Feb 20 Valley View Middle School Rm 120 No Class Feb 17 & Feb 18 DR-6 10 Sessions - $395 2:50 - 5:50 pm Mon-Thu, Mar 10 - Mar 25 South View Middle School SV Rm 135

SURGE (Grades 6 – 9)

DR-7 10 Sessions - $395 6:00 - 9:00 pm Mon-Thu, Apr 7 - Apr 22 Valley View Middle School Rm 120 DR-8 10 Sessions - $395 2:50 - 5:50 pm Mon-Thu, Apr 28 - May 13 South View Middle School SV Rm 135

Valley View youth ride the bus to South View for after school SURGE.

Program Location South View Middle School 4725 South View Lane, Edina Door 3 Entrance/South View Cafeteria (952) 848-3750 l Surge@edinaschools.org

Dates & Times • Tuesday September 3rd – Friday June 6th • After School hours: 2:40pm – 6:00pm • Non-school days (list of dates available online): 6:45am – 6:00pm

Overview Founded in 2001, SURGE provides quality after school and non-school day programs for middle school youth. For the 2013 - 2014 school year, SURGE offers an increasing number of options and opportunities everyday: Media Center/Writing Center – a quiet environment to work on homework immediately after school.

Open Gym – supervised & structured activities in the gym.

Computer Lab – a dedicated computer lab for SURGE youth, with printer access.

Fitness Center – access to South View’s recently renovated weight room.

Art, Science, & Cooking Projects – a wide variety of exciting & challenging projects, planned and led by both staff and youth.

Service Projects – having fun and helping others.

Learn more! edinaschools.org/Surge After school field trips - to nearby parks, ice rinks, & restaurants.

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New Countries to visit.. two more ways to travel!  Art Adventures Around the World...

An after school art class where children will visit France, Russia and Somalia through each country’s folk art. We will have fun creating our own masterpieces using techniques and styles unique to these amazing countries. Available at all elementary sites starting in January.  A Family Evening with Folk Art from France, Russia and Somalia...

Learn about other cultures while spending quality time together. Mixed media techniques will be used to create art that emmulates the style and culture of each country. Join us and get your passport stamped! Classes start in January at the Edina Community Center.

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