Morris Area Community Education School District 2769 An open door to learning for all ages.
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OUT-OF-DISTRICT TUITION If you reside outside of the Morris Area School District, please include a 20% out of district tuition with your Community Education class fees. This surcharge helps support Community Education in the Morris Area School District in the same way that resident property taxes do.
Morris Area Community Education & Recreation A jointly sponsored program of School District 2769 and the City of Morris Pre-registration is a must for all classes and trips offered by Area Community Education. Register early, as we reserve the right to cancel any courses without minimum enrollments one week prior to the class start date. A full refund will be made if enrollment is not sufficient to run a class. You can register online by going to www.morris.k12.mn.us. We consider you registered when your registration form and fee have been received by our office. You will not receive a call confirming your registration. We will only call if a class is cancelled. REFUND POLICY A full refund will be made if enrollment is not sufficient to run the class. If a class does not meet your expectations, you may request a refund up to two days after the first class meeting. NO REFUNDS will be made after that time.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES It is our policy that no one shall be denied the opportunity to participate in a Community Education class because of inability to pay. Contact the Community Education Director to inquire about scholarships. No more than one waiver or class scholarship shall be granted per person per session. Thank you to the Stevens County Family Services Collaborative for making these scholarships possible. FACILITY USE We encourage groups and organizations to utilize school district facilities. Usage of rooms, gyms, auditoriums, etc. in the school buildings is reserved through Community Education. A completed building use permit is required. Nominal rental fees are charged depending on your group. Service fees such as custodial and food services may also be charged depending on your specific permit requests. Contact the Community Education office in the Elementary School, 320-589-4394.
How to Register IN PERSON Bring registration and payment to the Community Education office, located in the Morris Area Elementary School.
BY MAIL Morris Area Community Education 153 South Columbia Avenue Morris, MN 56267
ONLINE Morris Area Community Education accepts online registrations. This system allows you to use your credit/debit card to sign up for our classes at any computer at any time of the day. When you log into our website you will see very detailed instructions on how to create a family account that will give you access to registered activities, account history, and to receive updated information about a class via email. If you haven’t already done so, please take time to log into our website and create your family account. Go to www.morris.k12.mn.us —> Community Education —> Online Registration. Morris Area Community Education accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards. Questions? (320) 589-4394 www.morris.k12.mn.us
WEATHER RELATED CANCELATIONS Listen to KKOK/KMRS for cancellation information & class rescheduling. You can also call the Community Education office and from the phone menu, PRESS #1, for weather-related class updates.
Adult Basic Education
Literacy Classes Offered
Enseñanza básica para adultos
Basic Reading Any adult who has difficulty with basic reading and wants to learn, can! One on one private tutoring by trained volunteers is available for adults working on basic reading, writing and math skills.
Wednesdays, 5:30—8:30 p.m. Los miercoles de 5:30—8:30 p.m. Morris Area Elementary School Pod A, Room A104 • You can begin classes at any time; come in during the open hours • CLASSES ARE FREE. • Receive help to improve reading, writing, math, and everyday skills. • Learn to complete applications and forms. • Prepare for vocational school or college. • Prepare for the written driver’s license test. • Work at your own pace within a small group setting. • FREE childcare available Rollie Finke—ABE Instructor/Literacy Coordinator Salvador Monteagudo—Literacy
GED TESTING—The “Next Generation” GED test started January 1st, 2014. The “Next Generation” GED test is based on emerging national and state standards. The “Next Generation” GED test will have four tests instead of five and are computer based. The testing will cost $120.00. Please call for information on the new test preparation and testing sites at 320-589-4394.
Tuesday, April 28 5:30—7:00 p.m. Morris Area Elementary Cafeteria Bread and Bowls, the annual fundraiser for the Stevens County Food Shelf, Someplace Safe, and scholarships for the PRCA children’s art camps, will be held on Tuesday, April 28. Supper will be served from 5:30—7:00 p.m. for $10.00/person. This meal includes a free ceramic cup or bowl donated by UMM ceramics students, MAHS Art Club students, and regional artists.
Classes Meet Wednesday evenings 5:30—8:30 p.m. Morris Area Elementary School Parent Education Room (on-going) Monday & Thursday evenings 7:30—9:00 p.m. UMM Imholte Hall (February 2—April 27)
GED TEST PREPARATION—Individuals not enrolled in high school can receive free assistance in GED test preparation at Adult Basic Education/GED classes held in Morris. Computer basics, as well as basic reading, writing, spelling, and math brush-up are also taught.
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English as a Second Language Help for adults whose native language is not English, and who need to learn or improve their English speaking, reading, spelling and writing skills. Feel free to come and go as you need during the open hours. No cost.
TESL TREC El Programa de ESL TREC es un programa de alfabetización para niños durante los programas para adultos tal como las clases de inglés (los lunes y jueves a 7 pm a Imholte Hall a la universidad) o el Grupo de Apoyo y Amistad para Mujeres (los miércoles a las 12:30 a Federated Church). Los tutores del programa trabajan para crear un ambiente bilingüe en que los niños practican habilidades del habla, el escrito, y la comprensión. Todos los niños mayores que 6 meses están invitados. El programa tiene lugar durante el año escolar de la universidad.
Fridays 1:00—3:00 p.m. Federated Church (January 9—April 24) Students can choose the day or days that work for them. Ingles Como Segunda Idioma Es una ayuda para los adultos quienes su idioma natal no es el inglés, y que deseen aprender o mejorar sus habilidades para hablar, leer, deletrear y escribir en inglés. Si usted o alguien a quien conoce podría estar interesado en este servicio, llame al 320/585-2226 para mayor información. Este servicio no tiene costo. Horario de las Clases Miércoles por la tarde de 5:30 a 8:30 p.m. Morris Area Elementary School Parent Education Room (actualmente en servicio) (Asista a la hora que pueda, clase abierta) Lunes y jueves por la tarde de 7:30 a 9:00 p.m. Hay clases de ingles que son ofrecidas en la Universidad de Minnesota, Morris (UMM) en el Imholte Hall (comienza el 2 de febrero). Las clases son de las 7:30 p.m. a las 9:00 p.m. los lunes y los jueves. Actividades educacionales para los niños están disponibles sin costo durante las clases. Ofrecemos cinco niveles de clases, según su habilidad de hablar y entender el ingles.
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Community Meals
ESL Tutor Training Morris Area Community Education will be hosting a FREE comprehensive training for those interested in teaching conversation, reading, and writing skills to adult learners whose first language is not English. This comprehensive, interactive training, if supplemented by three additional hours of on-site training, will qualify participants for official certification as ESL tutors from the Minnesota Literacy Council. This 9-hour training will take place on: Friday, January 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 9:00 a.m-3:30 p.m. (lunch will be provided) Morris Area Elementary School Music Rm C100 You must pre-register to attend by sending an e-mail reply to: engagmnt@morris.umn.edu Please include “ESL Tutor Training” in the subject line of your email and provide your full name and contact information in the text. You may also register by calling 320-589-6276.
Horticulture Education Series Come Grow With Us!
Come connect with others in your community at a free, made-from-scratch community meal this spring. Community Meal is coordinated through the Office of Community Engagement, whose mission is to engage members of the broader community and UMM, students, faculty, and staff in meaningful, reciprocal coursebased and co-curricular partnerships. This semester's community meals are co-sponsored by Morris Area Chamber of Commerce, Bremer Bank, Federated Church, Morris Lions, Conway, Deuth, and Schmiesing, UMM Black Students Club, UMM Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Program, UMM Office of Community Engagement, Pomme de Terre Foods, and Willie’s SuperValu. January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Faith Lutheran Church, 5:30—7:00 p.m. February 23, Faith Lutheran Church, 5:30—7:00 p.m. March 30, Resource Expo, Morris Area Elementary School, 5:30—7:00 p.m. Want to help with the cooking, serving, or clean up? Come anytime between 2:00—9:00 p.m. the Sunday before or 12:00—9:00 p.m. the day of the meal. Everyone welcome! For more information, e-mail engagmnt@morris.umn.edu or call 320-589-6276.
Resource Expo Monday, March 30 5:30—7:00 p.m. Morris Area Elementary Gym Community Meal 5:30—7:00 p.m.
Growing Garlic, Onion, Leeks & Shallots January 21, 12:00 p.m. Ag Country Auditorium
The Resource Expo is an excellent opportunity to learn about the many organizations in our area. This is also a great chance to volunteer and become a part of an organization or club. Visit our many informational booths, sign up for door prizes, join us for the free community meal, and enjoy the lineup of entertainment.
Vegetable Gardening 201 February 18, 12:00 p.m. Ag Country Auditorium
Martin Luther King Day of Service
All events are free and open to the public. For more info, contact the WCROC at 589-1711.
Garden Composting March 18, 12:00 p.m. Ag Country Auditorium Low Input Lawn Care April 15, 6:30 p.m. Ag Country Auditorium Designing Containers May 20, 5:15 p.m. Ag Country Auditorium Weed ID June 17, 5:15 p.m. Horticulture Display Garden
Monday, January 19 Faith Lutheran Church The day begins at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church with registration for service projects, pre-service training, and discussions, followed by a variety of service projects. At 4:30 p.m. service groups will return for a reflection, a short program, and a free Community Meal, open to the public, even if you are not able to participate in the day of service. We will be providing transportation from campus to Faith Lutheran Church at 12:45 p.m. Parking is available at Faith Lutheran Church and transportation to and from service projects and back to campus after the meal will be provided.
Lee Community Center Open Skating Schedule Free public skating is intended for Morris area residents only. Please remember that this time is for recreational skating only. No hockey playing is allowed. Friday, January 2 1:00—3:00 p.m. Sunday, January 4 6:30—8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 7 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, January 11 6:30—8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 14 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, January 18 6:30—8:00 p.m. Monday, January 19 1:00—3:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, January 25 6:30—8:00 p.m. Monday, January 26 1:00—3:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 28 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, February 1 NO OPEN SKATE (Super Bowl) Wednesday, February 4 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, February 8 6:30—8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 11 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, February 15 6:30—8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 18 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, February 22 6:30—8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 25 7:00—8:30 p.m. Sunday, March 1 6:30—8:00 p.m.
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Morris Area Community Education and Superior Industries are collaborating to offer two non-credit welding classes. In 2007, Su uperior p Industries Learning to knit is easy and fun! You will learn how to knit, purl, cast on/off, and increase/decrease. By the time you established its own welding training center to coach current and new employees in the latest leave you will have made your own washcloth and technologies. For just $15.00 per class you can scarf! The first two sessions will be held at the Elementary experience the excitement, learn from a skilled School. Sessions three and four will be held at the Prairie instructor, and use this high tech equipment. No Renaissance Cultural Center (630 Atlantic Ave.) where prerequisite courses or certifications are required you will have an opportunity work on your project and in order to qualify for either course. For more learn more about the Knitters Group that meets on the information, contact MACE at 320-589-4394. second Tuesday of every month. Children are welcome to attend with parents (must be over 12 years old). Pieranna Garavaso
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Welding I and Welding II are courses open to anyone 18 years old or older. Welding I is for those wanting to learn the basics of welding without enrolling in a degree program. This two session class will take you through basic saffet e y and the basic skills of welding. 2 SessionsÂł$15.00Âł 0 COURSE NO. 2430 Thursdays, February 5 and 12 7:00Âł9:00 p.m. Superior Training Center 315 East State Highway 28 Morris, MN 56267
Welding II Welding II will focus on gas metal arc and shielded metal arc welding. Arc voltage, amperage, wire speed, filler metal, shielding gasses, joint preparation, techniques, practice, and evaluation will all be covered in this class. 2 SessionsÂł$15.00Âł 0 COURSE NO. 2431 Thursdays, February 19 and 26 7:00Âł9:00 p.m. Superior Training Center 315 East State Highway 28 Morris, MN 56267
Home Energ gy y Saving Troy Goodnough Want to save money on your utility bills, be more comffo ortable in your home, and help out the planet? Learn how to accomplish all of these things and more! Join energy experts from the University of Minnesota Morris who will WHDFK \RX HQHUJ\ VDYLQJ WLSV DQG DQVZHU \RXU HQHUJ\ UHODWHG TXHVWLRQV $IWHU MXVW PLQXWHV \RX¡OO ZDON DZD\ ZLWK WKH NQRZOHGJH DQG FRQILGHQFH WR LPSURYH \RXU KRPH¡V HQHUJ\ XVH 7KHUH LV QR UHDVRQ QRW WR VDYH 1 Session³$10.00³COUR COURSE NO. 2446 Wednesday, January 28 6:30³8:00 p.m. MAES Conference Room A132
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Identity Theft What You Need to Know: Someone wants your identity. Protect it. Do you know if your personal information is saffe? e Are you certain? Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. will become a victim of identity fraud. 'RQ¡W EHFRPH D VWDWLVWLF 7DNH DQ HDV\ VWHS WR protect yourself by attending this educational workshop. During the workshop you will learn: How identity theft can occur, how to take steps to prevent it, and what to do if your identity is stolen. Thursday, January 22; 10:00 a.m. ² 12:00 p.m. $5.00³COURSE NO. 2440
Social Security: Strategize to Maximize When should I apply for social Security? How can I maximize my benefits? How will this affect my spouse? You have a lot of questions to answer. Mistakes can be costly. We can provide the guidance you need. Join me fo or a short presentation, Social Security: Strategies to Maximize, to learn how to sort through the options to help ensure the choices you make are tailored to your speciffiic needs. Recommended ages 55-64. Thursday, February 5; 6:00 p.m.. ² 7:30 p.m. $5.00³COURSE NO. 2441
Retire Wisely Will I have enough to retire? Will my retirement income last? Are my assets protected? Manage six key risks all retirees face: outliving their income, inflation, unpredictable events, market volatility, income taxes, and rising healthcare costs. Turn retirement concerns into conf onffiidence. Special focus will be given to both retirement accumulation strategies and the important phase of retirement distribution. Thursday, February 19; 6:00 p.m. ² 7:30 p.m. $5.00³COURSE NO. 2442
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2014³2015 MORRIS AREA SCHOOLS PRE-KINDERGARTEN CLASSES Classes run September 8³0D\ )LUVW SD\PHQW LV GXH ZLWK UHJLVWUDWLRQ &KLOGUHQ PXVW EH WRLOHW WUDLQHG WR DWWHQG DQ\ 3UH-K clDVVHV 3ULRULW\ ZLOO EH JLYHQ WR 0RUULV $UHD 6FKRRO 'LVWULFW DQG 2SHQ (QUROOHG )DPLOLHV 2QOLQH UHJLVWUDWLRQ LV QRW DYDLODEOH IRU 3UH-K classes³please stop by the Community Education office or call to register your child (589-4394).
4 and 5 Years Old, Kindergarten Eligible Fall 2015 We are still accepting registrations for classes that have openings. Please contact us with questions.
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8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 4 & 5 year olds Tuesday/Thursday (Sept 9th ² May 14th) 2 days a week³#4305
8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 4 & 5 year olds Wednesday/Friday (Sept 10th ² May 15th) 2 days a week³#4306
8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 4 & 5 year olds Tuesday/Thursday (Sept 9th ² May 14th) 2 days a week
8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 4 & 5 year olds Wednesday/Friday (Sept 10th ² May 15th) 2 days a week
9 Payments: $176.00
9 Payments: $164.00 Fees pro-rated based on months remaining.
See Tuesday for fee information.
See Wednesday for fee information.
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FULL Early Childhood Screening
3, 4, and 5 Years Old Bilingual Class Kindergarten Eligible Fall 2015 and 2016 Monday 8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten Bilingual Class: 3, 4, & 5 year olds Monday/Wednesday (Sept 8th ²May 11th) #4303 9 Payments: $88.00 Choose 1 or both days of Bilingual Fees pro-rated based on months remaining.
Payments will be processed on the 15th of the month. Payment plan by debit/credit card only.
What: A free health and development screening that is required by the state of Minnesota to be completed one time before your child enters PreKindergarten classes or Kindergarten.
Wednesday 8:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten Bilingual Class: 3, 4, & 5 year olds Monday/Wednesday (Sept 10th ²May 13th) #4304
Why: To see how your child is developing. Early Childhood Screening helps parents identify if their child may benefit from school district and community resources that are available to help in them grow and develop to their fullest potential.
9 Payments: $90.00 Choose 1 or both days of Bilingual
When: As soon as possible after your child turns 3 to 3 ½ years of age.
3 and 4 Years Old, Kindergarten Eligible Fall 2016 Tuesday
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8:00 ² 11:00 a.m. Prekindergarten 3 & 4 year olds Tuesday/Thursday Morning (Sept 9th²May 14th) 2 days a week³#4301
8:00 ² 11:00 a.m. Prekindergarten 3 & 4 year olds Tuesday/Thursday Morning (Sept 9th²May 14th) 2 days a week
9 Payments: $79.00 FeesFees pro-rated based proratedfee based on on months monthsremaining. remaining. 12:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 3 & 4 year olds Tuesday/Thursday Afternoon (Sept 9th²May 14th) 2 days a week³#4302 9 Payments: $79.00 Fees pro-rated based on months remaining.
Payments will be processed on the 15th of the month. Payment plan by debit/ credit card only.
See Tuesday for fee information.
12:00 ² 3:00 p.m. Prekindergarten 3 & 4 year olds Tuesday/Thursday Afternoon (Sept 9th²May 15th) 2 days a week See Tuesday for fee information.
How: Call Public Health (320-208-6672) to schedule an appointment.
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9:00Âł10:30 a.m. Marvelous Mixed Age Class: For Families with Children Birth to 5 year olds 3 May 11 Mondays, April 13Âł 5 Classes COURSE NO. 6409 Fee: $10.00
9:15Âł10:30 a.m. Magnets, Marbles, & Manipulatives For Families with Children Birth to 5 year olds Fridays, March 20 & 27 2 Classes COURSE NO. 6406 Fee: $4.00 for 1st child $2.00 each additional child COURSE NO. 6406b
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9:00Âł10:30 a.m. Friday Morning Fun For Families with Children Birth to 5 year olds Fridays, April 10ÂłMay 8 5 Classes COURSE NO. 6408 Fee: $10.00 Fee: $5.00 Additional Child COURSE NO. 6408a
1:00³3:00 p.m. ([SORUH 6¡PRUH ²´&RPH 7R 2XWHU 6SDFH¾ For 3, 4, & 5 year olds Mondays, Apri p l 20³ 0 May 11 4 Classes COURSE NO. 4318 Fee: $40.00
6:00³7:30 p.m. Getting Your Child Ready For School For 3, 4, & 5 year olds & parents Tuesdays, March 3rd ² 24th 4Classes COURSE NO. 6405 Fee: $16.00 Fee: $4.00 Additional Child COURSE NO. 6405a 6:00³7:30 p.m. Two Tuesday Night Specials: 1. Story Night Dress Up Tuesday, March 31 2. Buckets of Paint pril 14 Tuesday, Ap Birth to Age 5 & Families 1 Class Each Time COURSE NO. 6410 Fee: $5.00 per family
Thursda ay Night Classes! 6:00Âł7:30 p.m. Family Playtimes! birth - 5 year olds (and older siblings) with parents. No fee! No registration
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The School Census: You Matter to Us!
1. Call Diane Strobel at 320 320-585-2237
The school census is a list of students from birth to school age. It is used to inform parents about opportunities that their child needs to be ready to enter school when they turn five years of age. Notifications for events and programs such as early childhood screening, pre-kindergarten opportunities, special events, family nights, kindergarten registration, etc. will be mailed to families based on the census data.
mail the information to 2. E-mail dstrobel@morris.k12.mn.us
If you have just had a new baby, recently moved into the school district, have recently changed your address, or simply want to make sure your children are on the birth to 5 census, you can update you information 3 ways.
3. Go to the Morris Area Schools website under Community Education Early Childhood Programs and follow the School Census link
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All About Weather Whether the weather be fine, or whether the weather be not, whether the weather be cold, or whether the weather be hot. In this FODVV ZH¡OO learn about weather, whatever the weather, whether we like it or not! Join the class and exam the atmospheric phenomenons that make weather happen. 4 Sessions³$40.00³COURSE NO. 4316 Mondays, March 16³April 13 (No class on April 6) MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A, 1:00³3:00 p.m.
Although dinosaurs lived long ago before man was on this earth, their fascination and popularity remain strong, especially with children. Join this class and be taken back to pre-historic time to learn about some of the biggest reptiles that ever walked this earth through fun projects, games, and song. 4 SessionsÂł$40.00ÂłCOURSE NO. 4317 Fridays, March 20ÂłApril 17 (No class April 3) MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A, 1:00Âł3:0 3:00 p.m.
Come to Outer Space Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship ([SORUH 6¡PRUH. Its four-week mission: to explore strange new activities, to seek out new projects and new songs & rhymes, to boldly go where no child has gone before. Join the class and learn things that are out of this world! 4 Sessions³$40.00³COURSE NO. 4318 May 11 Mondays, April 20³M MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A, 1:00³3:00 3:00 p.m.
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Tuesday Night Special Kids In The Kitchen
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For Families with Children Birth to Age 5
Children and their parents are invited to spend time playing together while they learn. Each class will include learning stations, circle time, and a child-only class experience. During this time, children stay and play with the Early Childhood Teacher and assistant while parents go to meet with a Parent Educator to discuss topics helpful for raising young children. Classes will include informal parent discussion on topics suggested by parents during the first class.
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7 Sessions³$14.00 (COURSE NO. 6403)/$7.00 each additional child (COURSE NO. 6403a) Mondays, February 2³March 30 (No class February 16 or March 9) 9:00³10:30 a.m.
1 Session³$5.00/family³COURSE NO. 6404 Tuesday, February 24 5:00³6:30 p.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A
OR 5 Sessions³$10.00 (COURSE NO. 6409)/$5.00 each additional child (COURSE NO. 6409a) Mondays, April 13³May 11 9:00³10:30 a.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A
Tuesday Night Special Story Night Dress Up
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For Families with Children Birth to Age 5
For Families with Children Birth to Grade 4 Come to class dressed as your favorite storybook character or just in your pajamas ready to listen to or act out some of favorite stories and rhymes. Families will get to use puppets, felt boards, and other props to actively experience the magic of literacy! The entire family is welcome to attend!
Does your child speak a difffferent language? Sometimes they wager for your attention, and other times they ignore you completely. Sometimes they are filled with gratitude and afffect f ion, and other times they seem totally indifffer ffe ent. Attitude. Behavior. Development. Everything depends on the love relationship between you and your child. When children feel loved, they do their best. But how can you make sure your child feels loved? This class will KHOS \RX GLVFRYHU VRPH LQVLJKW LQWR WKLV WKURXJK UHDGLQJ DQG GLVFXVVLQJ ´7KH /RYH /DQJXDJHV RI &KLOGUHQµ E\ 'U *DU\ &KDSPDQ
1 Session³$5.00/family³COURSE NO. 6407 Tuesday, March 31 6:00³7:30 p.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A
5 Sessions³$20.00 (COURSE NO. 6401)/$5.00 each additional child (COURSE NO. 6401a) Tuesdays, January 20³February 17 6:00³7:30 p.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A
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For 3, 4 and 5 year olds and parents What does school readiness mean? What should I do at home to ensure school success? Each week we will focus on one developmental domain and explore activities that provide experiences in the area. We will explore the areas of literacy development, mathematical thinking, scientifiic exploration, social/emotional development, and approaches to learning curiosity, risk taking, and imagination. During parent discussion, we will learn more about e GRPDLQ DQG ZD\V WR VXSSRUW RXU FKLOGUHQ·V GHYHORSPHQW DV ZH SUHSDUH WKHP IRU VFKRRO VXFFH 4 Classes³$16.00 (COURSE NO. 6405)/$4.00 each additional child (COURSE NO. 6405a) March 31 (No class March 17) Tuesdays, March 3³M 6:00³7:30 p.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A availablefor fora a fee f $8.00 (COURSE Siblingcare carefor foryounger youngerand/or NO . and/orolder oldersiblings siblingsisisavailable Sibling fee ofo$8.00 (COURSE NO. 6405b).
For Families with Ch In this class, the entire fam tistic abilities to their full ual paints, brushes, and techniques to o create pieces any refrigerator would be proud to ort group time with songs and finger plays onclude the class. MAES ECFE Rooms ² Pod A 1 Session³$5.00/family³COURSE NO. 6410 Tuesday, April 14 6:00³7:30 p.m. MAES ECFE Rooms, Pod A
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Little Shooters Basketball
Tiger Fastpitch Hitting Clinic
Mackenzie Weatherly Grades 3—6
Mary Holmberg, Mary Asche, Lauren Reimers Grades 3—8 Morris Community Education is proud to announce the return of the Tiger Fastpitch Hitting Clinic. Due to specific skills for hitting, this clinic will be conducted in two groups. Coaches Mary Holmberg and Mary Asche will be the instructors for the elementary students and Lauren Reimers will be the hitting instructor for the junior high students. Both groups will be taught the basics of proper hitting mechanics to make them a more advanced and well rounded hitter. The program is limited to 18 participants per group. 2 Sessions—$10.00 February 23 and March 2 7:30—8:45 p.m. MAHS Gym
Softball Pitching Clinic Whether you’ve never pitched before or are at a beginner level looking to improve, this is the clinic for you. The focus of the clinic will be on mechanics and fundamentals of windmill pitching. Mackenzie Weatherly is a former MAHS standout pitcher currently pitching for the University of Minnesota Morris Cougars. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend with their child as well as elementary softball coaches. 4 Sessions—$20.00—COURSE NO. 1612 Monday & Thursday, May 11, 14, 18, 21 5:30—6:30 p.m. HS Softball Fields
Group A: 7th—8th Graders COURSE NO. 1613a Group B: 3rd—6th Graders COURSE NO. 1613b
Fastpitch Softball– Pitching and Catching Grades 3—8
Softball Skills Clinic MAHS Coaching Staff Grades 3—6
This camp is designed for the player who is interested in learning more about the game of volleyball. The camp will focus on fundamentals such as passing, setting, attaching, digging, serving, and game strategies.
Tiger Softball welcomes all elementary students interested in improving softball skills to a clinic on Friday, March 13. Tiger Varsity softball players will teach fielding, pitching, catching hitting and throwing skills. Bring your own glove and helmet if you have one. All drills and skills will most likely not require helmets and helmets will not be provided. All other equipment will be provided. Any questions, please call Mary Holmberg at (320) 589-4400 Ext. 2144
8 Sessions—$45.00—COURSE NO. 1680 Monday—Thursday, April 20—23 & 27—30 3:15—4:30 p.m. Elementary Gym
1 Session—$12.00—COURSE NO. 1615 Friday, March 13 3:30—5:00 p.m. MAHS Gym
Girls Elementary Volleyball Camp UMM Volleyball Team Grades K—6
Fencing Lessons Chelsea Tarbell Grades 3—Adult Have you ever thought it would be fun to learn a new and different sport? Here is your opportunity to try something fast paced and exciting! A helmet and foil is needed to participate in class. Community Education will be ordering helmets and foils for students before class begins. If you already have a helmet and foil, see registration information below. If you need equipment, please register before January 12, 2015. 6 Sessions—Wednesdays, January 21—February 25 6:30—7:30 p.m. Elementary Cafeteria $108.00—COURSE NO. 1683—Includes class, helmet and foil $36.00—COURSE NO. 1683a—If helmet and foil are not needed
The University of Minnesota-Morris and Morris Area Chokio Alberta Fastpitch softball have teamed up to create a fantastic opportunity for girls interested in pitching and catching. On Monday, February 2 they will be hosting a pitching and catching clinic for girls in grades three to eight. Basic to advanced pitching and catching skills will be taught. Catchers will learn about receiving, blocking, throwing, fielding, and calling pitches. Pitchers will receive individual attention to help them progress from where they are to the next step. This will be a great night of softball. 1 Session—$8.00—COURSE NO. 1614 Monday, February 2 7:45—8:45 p.m. MAHS Main Gym
Flag Football Head Coach Kevin Pope & Tiger Football Team Grades 2—6 Players will learn the fundamentals of football; concentrating on throwing, catching, offensive, and defensive concepts and teamwork. Participants will be divided into groups by grades. Groups will work through skill drills, game play and other fun challenges. 4 Sessions—Tuesdays and Thursdays April 28, April 30 & May 5, May 7 3:20—4:30 p.m. North side of Elementary School $20.00 (if you have a flag football jersey) COURSE NO. 1645 $34.00 (if you need a flag football jersey) - COURSE NO. 1645a
Basic Skills of Skating Tae Kwon Do Tim Bormann & Allen Monroe Age 6 through Adults Tae Kwon Do is the ancient art of hand and foot fighting in Korea. Through these classes, students will learn the basic stances, kicks and blocks of Tae Kwon Do. We are offering a 50% discount for the third family member enrolled. For more information, call Tim Bormann at 589-2020 or Allen Monroe at 589-4137.
Winter Session 10 Weeks—$55.00—COURSE NO. 1410 Mondays, January 5—March 9 7:00—8:00 p.m. HS Practice Gym
Spring Session 10 Weeks—$55.00—COURSE NO. 1411 Mondays, March 16—May 18 7:00—8:00 p.m. HS Practice Gym
Alli Schwartz and Austin LeBrun K—Adult These classes will stress the basic skills of skating. Students will be placed according to skating ability. Participants must furnish their own skates. Skates should fit properly, be sharp, and have good laces. No double runners. First time students should register for the 9:00 a.m. class. 6 Sessions—$38.00—Lee Community Center Saturdays, January 17—February 21 9:00 a.m. Levels 1, 3, 4—COURSE NO. 1418 9:30 a.m. Levels 2, 5, 6—COURSE NO. 1419 SKATING SKILL LEVELS—these levels DO NOT equal grade levels. The skill level descriptions are from the United States Figure Skating Association (www.usfsa.org). If you have any questions, call MACE at 589-4394. Skate sharpening is available at the Lee Community Center.
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Elementary Gymnastics
Do You Love to Dance?
Saturday, January 24, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. High School Practice Gym South Tuesday, January 27, 3:30–5:30 p.m. High School Cafeteria
Tiny Tumbers
Wednesdays, January 28 - February 25 No class on Feruary 18 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
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Build and Display Legos Michele Hanson Grades K³6 Cars, boats, houses, and more! You can build it all! Come build with us while using our extravagant Legos Express collection. :KHQ \RX¡UH ILQLVKHG \RXU FUHDWLRQ ZLOO EH GLVSOD\HG DW WKH Morris Area Elementary Science and Math Expo on March 26! Sign up for one, or sign up for both!
Creating Stories, Games, and Animations with Scratch Grades 4Âł6 Scratch is a fun and creative language and environment for creating computer programs. There are over 7 million Scratch projects shared in the Scratch community online. In this class, you will explore the world of Scratch and complete interactive computer projects that can be shared with others around the world. Parents and classroom teachers are welcome to join the students in this class as well.
Session 1Âł$7.00ÂłCOURSE NO. 1466a Tuesday, March 10 and Thursday, March 12 3:30Âł4:30 p.m. Morris Area Elementary Cafeteria Session 2Âł$7.00ÂłCOURSE NO. 1466b Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17 3:30Âł4:30 p.m. Morris Area Elementary Cafeteria
Instructor Kristin Lamberty is in her 10th year of teaching computer science at the University of Minnesota, Morris. She creates educational technologies for her research and cares about supporting learners of all ages. An afterVFKRRO VQDFN ZLOO EH SURYLGHG &ODVV SDUWLFLSDQWV¡ SURMHFWV ZLOO DOVR EH SDUW of the MAES Science and Math EXPO event. 4 Sessions³$18.00³COURSE NO. 1414 March 5, 12, 19, 23 3:15³4:45 p.m. MAES Computer Lab
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Alli Schwartz Grades 3Âł6 This program will expose the students to basic Spanish within a span of 6 weeks. The students will be learning simple sentences, colors, and more through singing songs, playing games, and having fun! ÂĄVamos a Hablar EspaĂąol! 6 SessionsÂł$18.00ÂłCOURSE NO. 2603 Tuesday, February 24ÂłApril 7 No class March 10 3:45Âł4:45 p.m. Pod A Upstairs
Angell Dance Arts Âł A Place to Move 707 Columbia Ave. Âł 320-589-3349 More information at Angelldancearts@blogspot.com and on Facebook
533 Atlantic Avenue Morris, MN 5626 320-589-4550
Bring your memories to life.
Umpire Training Vance Gullickson Are you interested in becoming a Morris Area Community Education certified umpire? Elementary Softball umpires are paid a minimum of $20.00 per game depending upon age and level. This certification will allow you to umpire all levels of softball and baseball games. During these sessions you will learn game rules, umpiring techniques, and become concussion certified. Long time umpire, Vance Gullikson, will be teaching this class. $12.00—COURSE NO. 2484 Must be 15 years of age by July 1, 2014 Monday, March 23 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Morris Area Elementary Gym
Classes for Children and Adults in Tap ~ Contemporary ~ Ballet ~ Belly Dance Yoga ~ Couples Dance ~ Aikido
Registering New Students Now For classes starting January 12, 2015
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Movie Matinees
Online Firear m Safety e Class
Morris Public Library The Morris Public Library will host two Movie Matinees on non -school days. There is no cost to attend and no pre-registration is required. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. You may call the library for specific movie titles. Movie Matinees are sponsored by the Morris Friends of the Library. For more information call 589589 1634 or check out our website at www.morris.lib.mn.us. Monday, January 26Âł2:00 p.m. Monday, March 9Âł2:00 p.m. Story Time at the Library Join friends and family at the Morris Public Library for story time every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m.
Build a Birdhouse: Wren Wor o kshop Grades K³6 'R \RX ZDQW WR GR VRPHWKLQJ WKDW¡V JRRG IRU \RXU QHLJKERUKRRG ZUHQV DQG fun for you? Early spring is the perfect time to install a birdhouse! You will be building your very own wren birdhouse to hang in your backyard or favorite tree! 1 Session³$8.00³COURSE NO. 2022 Saturday, April 18, 10:00 00³11:30 a.m. West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris Each student must have one accompanying adult.
Start now! You can complete your online course at any time. Go to the DNR website (www.dnr.state.mn.us) education/safety tab and follow the link to HunterCourse.com. You must have completed the online course and printed your voucher before attending the exam/class and field day. Both of these will be held in late AprilÂłbe watching for specific dates. These classes are offered only once per calendar year in Stevens County. You must be 11 years old to attend the class. Receiving this safety certific i ation meets your requirement for obtaining a hunting license. Kids 11 and under can particip pate in huntiin ng with a parent but may need to have a license. See the DN NR website for details.
Personal Wat a ercraft Operator Age Restrictions Less than 12 years of age x 25 HP or less, no restriction. x More than 25-75 HP, must have someone at least 21 on board within reach of the controls. x Over 75 HP, cannot operate, even with adult on board. 12 years of age x 25 HP or less, no restriction. x Over 25 HP - PXVW HLWKHU KDYH D ZDWHUFUDIW RSHUDWRU¡V SHUPLW RU VRPHRQH at least 21 on board within reach of the controls. Less than 13 years of age x Cannot operate, even with adult on board. 13 years of age x 6RPHRQH DW OHDVW RQ ERDUG RU D ZDWHUFUDIW RSHUDWRU¡V SHUPLW DQG EH LQ visual supervision by someone at least 21. 14-17 years of age x $ ZDWHUFUDIW RSHUDWRU¡V SHUPLW RU VRPHRQH DW OHDVW RQ ERDUG
This event is sponsored by the WCROC, Morris Wetlands Offfice and Friends of the Wetlands.
If you have questions, please call Conservation Offfic i er 589-0014. Tony Anderson at 320-589
Ar m Knitting fo or Beginners Beads and Beyond
Kayley Siekman Grades 3Âł6 Tis the season for cold weather and scarves. Learn the basics of arm knitting and complete your own super-soft chunky scarf in less than an hour! This class is ideal for beginnersÂłall you need to get started is yarnÂłand your arms! Please bring two skeins of chunky yarn in an ny color you choose and an empty wrapping paper/paper towel roll.
Kayley Siekman Grades 3Âł6 Whether you like beading or friendship bracelets, this class will have the perfect combination of both! You will learn how to make unique pieces of jewelry that express personal style and taste using an assortment of unique beads and string.
2 SessionsÂł$8.00ÂłCO COURSE NO. 2045 Mondays, February 2 and 9 3:30Âł4:30 p.m. MAES Parent Education Room, Pod A
SCHOOL DIRECTORY District Office 201 S. Columbia Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Diane Moeller, Superintendent 589-4840
Early Childhood Family Education 153 S. Columbia Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Diane Strobel, Coordinator 589-2709
Morris Area High School 201 S. Columbia Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Craig Peterson, Principal Mark Ekren, Athletic Director Tammy Roth, Counselor 589-4400
Morris Area Community Education 153 S. Columbia Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Tony Reimers, Director 589-4394
Morris Area Elementary School 151 S. Columbia Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Ken Gagner, Principal Andrea Winkels, Counselor 589-1250
Morris Bus Garage 405 Wyoming Avenue, Morris MN 56267 Deann Recker 589-3932
4 SessionsÂł$20.00ÂłCOURSE NO. 2047 Monday/Wednesday, March 25, March 30, April 13, 15 3:30Âł4:30 p.m. MAES Parent Education Room, Pod A
FIRST HALF OF SCHOOL YEAR AT A GLANCE January 5
Classes Resume
January 14
2 Hour Late StartÂłStaff Development
January 19
No SchoolÂłMartin Luther King Jr. Day
January 26
No SchoolÂłTeacher Workday
February 11
2 Hour Late StartÂłStaff Development
February 16
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March 18
Early Dismissal 12:30ÂłStaff Development
April 3
No SchoolÂłGood Friday
April 6
No School (Potential Snow Make-up Day
April 8
Early Dismissal 12:30ÂłStaff Development
May 13
2 Hour Late StartÂłStaff Development
May 25
No SchoolÂłMemorial Day
May 29
Graduation Day 7:00 p.m.
June 2
Last Day of School
OFFICIAL NOTICES³OFFICIAL NOTICES³OFFICIAL NOTICES NOTICE CONCERNING USE OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY NOTIFICATION MORRIS AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNUAL PEST CONTROL MATERIALS )RU WKH ´3DUHQWV 5LJKW WR .QRZ $FW¾ APPENDIX IX ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION (M.S.123B.575, Subdivisions 1- 14) The Morris Area School District advocates a healthy APPENDIX VIII A state law went into effect in 2000 that requires schools to school environment in which the surroundings contribute In accordance with federal regulations, Morris Area inform parents and guardians if they apply certain pesticides to an environment conducive to learning for students, and School District has an asbestos management plan docuon school property. Schools that apply these pesticides are productivity for teachers and staff. To help accomplish menting the location and condition of all known or asrequired to maintain an estimated schedule of pesticide apthis, we have implemented an IAQ Management Plan ussumed asbestos containing building materials (ACBM) in plications, and to make the schedule available for review or ing guidelines provided by the Minnesota Department of the high school and elementary buildings. Every six (GXFDWLRQ DQG WKH ´7RROV IRU 6FKRROV¾ GRFXPHQW GHYHO copying at the school office. State law also requires that you months, an accredited inspector visually inspects the conbe told that the long-term health effects on children from the dition of the ACBM. The management plan is available for oped by the U.S. EPA. The Head of Buildings & Grounds is the IAQ Coordinator for the Morris Area School District. public inspection at each building during normal business application of such pesticides or the class of chemicals to hours. Please contact the Head of Buildings & Grounds at He will be trained and certified by the Minnesota Departwhich they belong may not be fully understood. If you 320-589-4400 with any questions as he is the designated ment of Health to fulfill this position. All issues concerning would like to be notified prior to pesticide applications made on days other than those specified in the estimated indoor air quality should be brought to his attention, by person responsible for maintaining the asbestos manageschedule (excluding emergency applications), please concalling 320-589-4400. ment plan for the district. tact the Head of Buildings & Grounds at 320-589-4400.
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From the Desk of Diane Moeller A Message frrom the Superintendent Ninth Annual Staff Appreciation Breakfast The Ninth Annual Morris Area School District Stafff Appreciation Breakfast was held on November 19. This event provided an opportunity to recognize staff members for their years in, and their contributions to, the school district. 'XULQJ WKLV \HDU¡V HYHQW VWDII PHPEHUV ZHUH UHFRJQL]HG IRU WKHLU \HDUV RI VHUYLFH LQ WKH GLVWULFW 7KHVH individuals have a lofty combined 410 years of experience in the Morris Area District! 5 Years: Bree Asleson, Diane DeJong, Deb Erickson, Heidi Greene, Giny Itzen, Austen Miller, and Jane Moe 10 Years: Sheila Anderson, Lori Fangmeier, Deb Peterson, Bonnie Schmidt, and Michelle Stewart 20 Years: Sue Erdahl-Nelson, Sue Hauger, and Jeannie Maanum 25 Years: Donna Gades, Rhonda Lair, Liz Lundebrek, Peg Rinkenberger, and Rita Rose 30 Years: Nancy Zimmerman 35 Years: Evelyn Grifffiith and Dale Henrich 40 Years: Nancy Grotjohn
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Support Stafff Members of the Year (as selected by support stafff members) in each department included Vicki Cannon, Deniese Erp, Lori Fangmeier, Betty Kill, Shirley Kill, Denise Koebernick, Cork Loge, and Deb Olson. Cork Loge was selected as the 2014³2015 Morris Area School District Support Stafff Member of the Year. 7HDFKHU RI WKH <HDU QRPLQHHV DV FKRVHQ E\ WKH 0RUULV $UHD 7HDFKHUV¡ $VVRFLDWLRQ WKLV \HDU LQFOXGHG 0DU\ Asche, Holly Carrington, Caleb Greene, Jody Maanum, Heidi Suess, and Shana Ulrich, and they were honored for their nominations. Jody Maanum ZDV UHFRJQL]HG DV WKLV \HDU¡V 7HDFKHU RI WKH <HDU -RG\ ZLOO QRZ DGYDQFH RQ WR the State level for Teacher of the Year. Morris Area School District is fortunate to have such a quality group of stafff members, and each person plays a vital role in the success of students and the school district.
MORRIS AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION Through our child dren and the Morrris is Area Public Scchools Foundation, we can make a diffe i rence today in the world l of tomorrow. For more information and donations go to www.morris.k12.mn.us and click on the MAHS Foundation Link.
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Morris Area Community Education in cooperation with Doorway to College invites area high school students to participate in an ACT Prep Seminar
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