Winter/Spring 2020
OFFERINGS FOR EVERYONE BIRTH TO ADULT
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WELCOME TO COMMUNITY EDUCATION
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Mounds View Public Schools Community Education works in collaboration with community members and organizations to create lifelong learning opportunities that are responsive to community needs and enhance the quality of life for people of all ages, abilities and cultures. Opportunities include youth and adult activities, enrichment classes, GED preparation, English Language Learner classes, early childhood classes, parent education classes and more.
IN THIS ISSUE
Adult Education
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Academic courses
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Career pathways courses
Activities & Enrichment Programs
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Adult activities & enrichment programs
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Family activities & enrichment programs
Youth activities & enrichment programs
10-12 Visual & performing arts 13-14 STEM 15
World languages
16 Non-school-day field trips 17
Strategy gaming
18-19 Sports & recreation 20--21 Intramural middle school sports
WINTER/SPRING CATALOG HIGHLIGHTS:
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
22-23 ECFE Programs
• NEW! Laurentian Family Winter Weekend
24-25 Preschool, Early childhood developmental screening, ECSE & Resources
• Young at Heart 50+ Winter Getaway to Laurentian
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Registration Information
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Other Community Education Programs Food Shelf, Meals on Wheels, Facilities, Driver’s education
• Fall 2020 Early Childhood and Family Education Classes • Fall 2020 Early Childhood Preschool Classes • NEW! Financial Classes • 5 keys to Retiring • Parents, Kids and Money • NEW non-school-day field trips
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Mounds View PUBLIC SCHOOLS
DISTRICT LOCATIONS
Index to schools and facilities Bel Air Elementary School 1800 5th Street NW, New Brighton
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Island Lake Elementary School 3555 Victoria Street North, Shoreview
Hig 230
Pinewood Elementary School
Iron 242
Sunnyside Elementary School Edgewood Middle School 2070 County Road H, New Brighton 5100 Edgewood Drive N, Mounds View Turtle Lake Elementary School Highview Middle School 1141 Lepak Court, Shoreview 2300 7th Street NW, New Brighton Valentine Hills Elementary School Irondale High School 1770 Co. Rd. E2 W, Arden Hills 2425 Long Lake Road, New Brighton Chippewa Middle School Mounds View High School 5000 Hodgson Road, North Oaks 1900 Lake Valentine Road, Arden Hills
Mo 190
BRIDGES 1 Pike Lake Education Center 2408 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds (Kindergarten Centers for Bel Air, View
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Index to schools and facilities5500 Quincy St., Mounds View Bel Air Elementary School 1800 5th Street NW, New Brighton Island Lake Elementary School 3555 Victoria Street North, Shoreview
Index to schools and facilities
Index Indextotoschools schoolsand andfacilities facilities Bel AirAir Elementary School Bel Elementary School 1800 5th5th Street NW, New Brighton 1800 Street NW, New Brighton Island Lake Elementary School Island Lake Elementary School 3555 Victoria Street North, Shoreview 3555 Victoria Street North, Shoreview Pinewood Elementary School Pinewood Elementary School 5500 Quincy St., Mounds View 5500 Quincy St., Mounds View Sunnyside Elementary School Sunnyside Elementary School 2070 County Road H,H, New Brighton 2070 County Road New Brighton Turtle Lake Elementary School Turtle Lake Elementary School 1141 Lepak Court, Shoreview 1141 Lepak Court, Shoreview Valentine Hills Elementary School Valentine Hills Elementary School 1770 Co. Rd. E2E2 W,W, Arden Hills 1770 Co. Rd. Arden Hills Chippewa Middle School Chippewa Middle School 5000 Hodgson Road, North Oaks 5000 Hodgson Road, North Oaks
Pinewood Elementary School 5500 Quincy St., Mounds View
Sunnyside Elementary School 2070 County Road H, New Brighton Edgewood Middle School Edgewood Middle School Turtle LakeDrive Elementary School 5100 Edgewood N,N, Mounds View 5100 Edgewood Drive Mounds View 1141 Lepak Court, Shoreview Highview Middle School Highview Middle School Valentine Hills Elementary School 2300 7th7th Street NW, New Brighton 2300 Street NW, New Brighton 1770 Co. Rd. E2 W, Arden Hills Irondale High School Irondale High School Chippewa Middle School 2425 Long Lake Road, New Brighton 2425 Long Lake Road, New Brighton 5000 Hodgson Road, North Oaks Mounds View High School Mounds View High School 1900 Lake Valentine Road, Arden Hills 1900 Lake Valentine Road, Arden Hills 1 Pike Lake Education Center (Kindergarten Centers for Bel Air, BRIDGES BRIDGES Pinewood, Sunnyside and Valentine 2408 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View 2408 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View Hills Early Childhood Education) Area Learning Center/Adult Education Area Learning Center/Adult Education 2101 14th Street NW, New Brighton 2574 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View 2574 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View Early Childhood Education Center 2 REACH Academy REACH Academy 500 10th Street NW, New Brighton 3490 Lexington Ave N,N, Shoreview 3490 Lexington Ave Shoreview
Maintenance District Maintenance Lake Education Center Pike Lake Education Center 3 3District 1 1Pike 1425 Paul Kirkwold Dr., Arden Hills 1425 Paul Kirkwold Dr., Arden Hills (Kindergarten Centers forfor Bel Air, (Kindergarten Centers Bel Air, Pinewood, Sunnyside and Valentine Pinewood, Sunnyside and Valentine Snail Lake Education Center Snail Lake Education Center 4 4 Hills Early Childhood Education) Hills Early Childhood Education) moundsviewschools.org/RegisterCommunityEd | (Kindergarten Centers forfor Island Lake (Kindergarten Centers Island Lake 2101 14th Street NW, New Brighton 2101 14th Street NW, New Brighton and Turtle Lake; Early Childhood Education) and Turtle Lake; Early Childhood Education)
Pinewood, and Valentine Area LearningSunnyside Center/Adult Education Hills Early View Childhood Education) 2574 Mounds Boulevard, Mounds View 2101 14th Street NW, New Brighton REACH Academy Childhood Education 2 Early 3490 Lexington Ave N, ShoreviewCenter 500 10th Street NW, New Brighton
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1425 Paul Kirkwold Dr., Arden Hills
4 Snail Lake Education Center
(Kindergarten Centers for Island Lake and Turtle Lake; Early Childhood Education) 350 Highway 96 W, Shoreview
5 District Center
4570 Victoria Street N, Shoreview
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ADULT EDUCATION
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Mounds View Public Schools Adult Education offers programs for adults to improve their skills so they can advance in their jobs, prepare for further education or improve their daily lives. Learn English, earn your high school diploma or GED, prepare for college, or earn certifications for your next job. Our licensed instructional staff will help you achieve your goal! Courses are free. All courses are offered September through May at Silver View Education Center, 2574 County Hwy 10, Mounds View, MN 55112.
ACADEMIC COURSES ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Adult students work together in a classroom setting to improve their English language communication skills. English classes focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Beginning, intermediate and advanced classes are offered.
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FOR ADULTS If you are an adult who needs fewer than 20 credits to graduate, you may participate in diploma classes and receive a high school diploma from Mounds View Public Schools. Location: Silver View Education Center Days
Time
Afternoons: Mon - Thu
1 - 3:30 p.m.
Evenings:
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Mon - Thu
COLLEGE PREPARATION Prepare for the for the ACCUPLACER college placement assessment in our classrooms and online with our licensed teachers. You can pre-test and prepare to pass the ACCUPLACER, or work to increase your placement scores with our staff. Location: Silver View Education Center Days
Time
Afternoons: Mon - Thu
1 - 3:30 p.m.
Evenings:
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Mon - Thu
Location: Silver View Education Center Days
Time
Mornings:
Mon - Fri
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Evenings
Mon, Tue, Wed
6 - 8:30 p.m.
All Adult Education courses are FREE Call 651-621-6250 for class information or to register.
GED Our Teachers will assist you in preparing for the four GED tests (reading/language arts, math, social studies and science). After earning the GED, students attend our graduation ceremony.
CAREER PATHWAYS COURSES
Location: Silver View Education Center
CompTia A+ Certification program will enable you to provide technical support and troubleshooting services to employers who need assistance with their computer hardware or software service desks. This hands-on training course is designed to teach you basic cyber security, computer fundamentals and other I.T. industry practices.
Days
Time
Mornings: Mon - Fri
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Afternoons: Mon - Thu
1 - 3:30 p.m.
Evenings:
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Mon - Thu
COMPTIA A+
Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Mon - Fri
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Registration for Family Activities Enrollment is open now for Adult Education courses and trainings. and Enrichment Programs Call 651-621-6250 for information or to register. will open at 9 a.m. on August 1, 2019 www.moundsviewschools.org/RegisterCommunityEd
MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST (MOS)
CAREER CERTIFICATION COURSE
Build your technical skill set and advance your career with the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification program. The program is focused on helping you obtain the MOS certificate by passing three Certiport assessments. Upon completion, the certification will demonstrate to employers that you have the computer skills to work in office environments.
Classes are independent study style and are math- and reading-based. The instructor will work with you and your specific area of study.
Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Mon - Thu
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
ESSENTIAL COMPUTER SKILL TRAINING Gain the basic skills needed to use a computer and the internet in daily life, employment and higher education. Our staff will work with you on the North Star modules and assess your ability to perform these tasks. Learners will receive digital badges whenever they pass assessments. Additionally, participants can receive certificates upon completion of assessments. Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Mon - Thu
1 - 3:30 p.m.
This Network+ class will prepare you to provide support and the ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot and support a network, and understand various aspects of networking technologies. This course will focus on Networking Concepts, Infrastructure, Networking Operations, Networking Security and Network Troubleshooting/Tools. Location: Silver View Education Center Mon - Thu
1 - 3:30 p.m.
Are you interested in paraprofessional employment? This ParaPro class will prepare you for the ParaPro Praxis Examination. You will take the ParaPro Certification test, and receive training on the special education process as well. Paraprofessionals work in a variety of positions within a school district. Location: Silver View Education Center
Days Time
Quarter 4
Mon & Wed
1 - 3:30 p.m.
COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE (WRITTEN PORTION) Instructors will assist you in studying the written portion of the MN Commercial Driver’s Exam. We will focus on the general knowledge of the 67 test questions from the MN CDL Manual. Class registration requires a reading assessment. Location: Silver View Education Center
COMPTIA A+/NETWORK+
Days Time
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Days Time
Quarter 3
Mon - Thu
1 - 3 p.m.
LOW PRESSURE BOILERS LICENSE Interested in janitorial, building maintenance or apartment caretaker positions? This course is the first step needed to operate or tend to low pressure stationary steam boilers and auxiliary steam equipment such as pumps, compressors and air conditioning equipment, and leads to a state special license. Location: Silver View Education Center
Days Time
Quarter 3 & 4
Mon - Thu
1 - 3 p.m.
PEARSON TEST FACILITY Mounds View Public Schools Adult Education is an authorized Pearson Testing Facility. Appointments must be made through the PearsonVUE.com. Hours for testing vary. Contact Silver View Education Center at 651-621-6520 for more information. Prices vary per test. Please see rate schedule on PearsonVue.com
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ADULT ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS Adult enrichment opportunities will include a wide variety of classes, workshops and activities – from gardening to Zumba, from day trips to driving, and much more. Registration for Adult Enrichment will open at 9 a.m. on December 16, 2019, at www.moundsviewschools.org/RegisterCommunityEd. In-person registration for adult activities and enrichments is available ONLY at the Community Education office on the lower level of the District Center. YOUNG AT HEART – WINTER GETAWAY AT LAURENTIAN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER IN BRITT, MINN
55+ DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Ages 50+ | Registration fee: $175
Improve your driving skills. Get a discount on your personal auto insurance. No behind-the-wheel driving and no tests are included in this course. You will receive a certificate of completion to give to your insurance company. According to Minnesota state law, people age 55 and older who complete a state approved defensive driving course are eligible to receive a 10 percent, three-year discount on auto insurance. Presented by Minnesota Safety Council.
This camp will offer a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, cooking and more! Fee includes great home-style meals, lodging and activities. Cabins assignments accommodate singles and couples alike. Singles will be assigned to cabins by gender. Space is limited. Location: Laurentian Environmental Center in Britt, Minn Day Date Registration code Sun - Wed Jan. 19 - 22
WS20-YAH
Ages 55+ | Registration fee: $23
8-Hour Courses 55+ Defensive Driving Location Days/Dates/Time
Registration code
Please note: Participants must provide their own Transportation to and from LEC, located in Britt, Minn.
Mounds View High School
Tue - Wed, Mar. 17 - 18 WS20-DRIVING-I 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
NEW! DAY TRIP: RUNSTONE! A ROCK MUSICAL
Silver View Ed Center
Tue - Wed, May 12 - 13 WS20-DRIVING-II 5 - 9 p.m.
Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $32 includes ticket and transportation to the History Theatre When Swedish immigrant Olof Ohman digs up a rock on his property with “a story written in carved runes” that indicate that the Vikings were the first Europeans to set foot in Minnesota, he is praised for his discovery. But soon, a controversy erupts and the cries of “Fake! Fraud! Liar!” turn his life upside down. This is one of Minnesota’s “craziest stories” and Jensen and Rue have created a whimsical rock & roll musical that lays out this “continuing controversy.” Location: District Center Day Date Time
Registration code
Thu
WS20-RUNSTONE
May 7
9 a.m.
ZUMBA Ages 11+ | Registration fee: $45 This cutting-edge, high-energy fitness system with a fusion of Latin and international music is fun and easy to follow. The incorporation of low- and high-intensity moves for an interval, calorie burning, fun and exciting dance fitness party. We will modify moves to fit all fitness levels. Location: Island Lake Day Dates Thu
Time
Registration code
Jan. 16 - Feb. 20 6:30 p.m. WS20-ZUMBA
4-Hour Refresher 55+ Defensive Driving* Location Days/Dates/Time Registration code Silver View
Wed, Apr. 14, 5 - 9 p.m. WS20-DRIVING-III
* You must have taken a state-approved eight-hour defensive driving course in the past to renew your 10 percent three-year insurance discount.
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID® USA WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $50 Like traditional First Aid or CPR, this is an 8-hour training designed to give participants the skills to help adolescents ages 12-18 who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing an emotional crisis. The course uses discussions and simulations to demonstrate how to recognize and respond to warning signs and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care. Participants do not learn to diagnose, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather, they learn to support youth by applying a five-step action plan. Location: Mounds View High School Day Date/Time Registration code Sat Sat
Feb. 1, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. WS20-MENTALHEALTH-I Mar. 7, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. WS20-MENTALHEALTH-II
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ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS Fall ADULT Activities Presented by the Ramsey County Master Gardeners PRUNING SHRUBS & TREES
ADULT SPANISH FOR TRAVEL
Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5
Do you have aspirations for traveling to a Spanish-speaking country? If so, this is the class for you! Adults will learn basic conversation skills to get around a Spanish-speaking country with greater ease. The class will include helpful dialogue, greetings, how to barter at a market and order in a restaurant, and how to ask for simple directions. Each week will include a travel-related theme and will get students up and out of their seats with real-world Spanish! Presented by Futura Language Professionals
Learn the basics & benefits of pruning and how to care for your woody plants. Location: Highview Middle School Day Date Time Tue
Feb. 18
Registration code
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-PRUNING
INTRODUCTORY VEGETABLE GARDENING Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5 Learn about where to plant your vegetables, which plants to choose, and how to care for your garden all season long. Location Day/Date/Time Registration code Chippewa Middle School
Tues, Mar. 24 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
WS20-INTROVEG-I
Highview Middle School
Fri, Apr. 24 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
WS20-INTROVEG-II
ADVANCED VEGETABLE GARDENING Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5 Learn advanced techniques for improving your vegetable garden harvest, including extending the growing season, how to start seeds indoors, and more! Location: Edgewood Middle School Day Date Time Tues
Mar. 31
Registration code
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-ADVVEG
Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $92
Location: Silver View Education Center Day/Dates Time Registration code Wed, Feb. 19 - Mar. 11 6 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-TRAVELSPANISH NEW! SOCIAL SECURITY: TIMING IS EVERYTHING Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5 As you approach retirement, take time to determine how you’ll support yourself when your paycheck stops. Find out how you can optimize Social Security and determine how much you can expect to receive from other income sources. Presented by Thrivent Financial Location: Silver View Education Center Day Dates Time Registration code Thu
Feb. 6
6:30 p.m.
WS20-SSTIMING
NEW! INCOME TAX AND RETIREMENT Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5
PEST DETECTIVE Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5 Learn how to prevent against, diagnose, and respond to problems in your yard/garden using Integrated Pest Management practices. Location: Chippewa Middle School Day Date Time Thu
Apr. 16
Registration code
Preparing for retirement includes making choices that can affect your income taxes. Learn more about the financial impact of taxes and how to make wise decisions that minimize their impact on you. Presented by Thrivent Financial Location: Silver View Education Center Day Dates Time Registration code Tue
Mar. 3
6:30 p.m.
WS20-TAX
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-PEST NEW! 5 KEYS TO RETIRING
PLANTING FOR POLLINATORS
Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5
Ages 18+ | Registration fee: $5 Learn what you can do at home to create healthy pollinator habitats for native bees and butterflies.
Discover five ways to unlock retirement with confidence in your ability to achieve your goals. Presented by Thrivent Financial
Location: Highview Middle School Day Date Time
Location: Silver View Education Center Day Dates Time Registration code
Tue
May 12
Registration code
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-POLLINATORS
Thu
May 7
6:30 p.m.
WS20-RETIRING
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
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All Ages Welcome! Family activities and enrichment opportunities will include a wide variety of events and activities from family swim to movie nights and more! NEW! PARENTS, KIDS & MONEY
FAMILY OPEN GYM
Grades 6+ | Registration fee: $5 per family
Pre-registration fee: $2 per person or $10 for a Family of 5+
Teaching kids about money is easier when you have the right tools. Gain a better understanding of the values you want your kids to learn and practical tools to make teaching about money fun. Kids (ages 6 to 10) will learn about the three basic money choices: sharing, saving and spending. Presented by Thrivent Financial
At-the-Door registration fee: $3 per person or $15 for a family of 5+
Day
Date
Time
Registration code
Families are invited to enjoy some indoor running and physical time during our family open gym. Parents are invited to spend the evenings with their children, enjoying activities appropriate for children ages two through fifth-grade. Staff will have play equipment ready during these open gym times.
Tue
Apr. 7
6:30 p.m.
WS20-COLLEGE
Location: Pike Lake
Location: Mounds View High School
Days
Dates
Times
Registration code
FAMILY SWIM
Sat
Jan.11
10 a.m. - noon
WS20-FAMGYM-JAN
Pre-registration fee: $2 per person or $10 for a Family of 5+
Sat
Feb. 22
10 a.m. - noon
WS20-FAMGYM-FEB
At-the-Door registration fee: $3 per person or $15 for a family of 5+
FAMILY MOVIE & POPCORN NIGHTS
If you are looking for something new to do as a family, try our fun family swim. Family swim is a great way for children and their families to spend the afternoon at one of the District pools! Registration must include at least one child under the age of 18 and one adult over the age of 18.
Pre-registration fee: $2 per person or $10 or a Family of 5+ At-the-door registration: $3 per person or $15 for a family of 5+
Days
Dates
Times
Registration code
Sat
Feb. 8
2 - 4 p.m.
WS20-FAMSWIM-FEB
Each family member will receive a personal bag of popcorn upon entry. Additional concessions including soda, juice, candy and more will be available for purchase before the movie. Family movie night registration must include at least one child two-years-old or older and one adult.
Sat
Mar. 7
2 - 4 p.m.
WS20-FAMSWIM-MAR
Location: Chippewa Middle School
Location: Chippewa Middle School
Day & Times: Fridays at 6:30 p.m. COLLEGE PLANNING
Dates
Movie
Registration code
Registration fee $5 per family
Jan. 31
The Lion King
WS20-MOVIE-JAN
This workshop was designed to help families avoid costly mistakes that can arise throughout the college admission and selection process. The course offers basic facts about financial aid, covers steps that parents and students can take to help save money by using admission and academic strategies, and helps parents discover funding sources to help pay for their child’s college education.
Feb. 28
Toy Story 4
WS20-MOVIE-FEB
Location: Mounds View High School Day
Date
Time
Registration code
Tue
Apr. 7
6:30 p.m.
WS20-SAVECOLLEGE
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Registration for Family Activities and Enrichment Programs will open at 9 a.m. on December 16, 2019 www.moundsviewschools.org/RegisterCommunityEd
FAMILY ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Registration for Family Activities and Enrichment Programs will open at 9 a.m. on August 1, 2019
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FAMILY SKI & SNOWBOARD NIGHTS Lift tickets $18.50 per person Hit the slopes with family and friends with Family Ski Night at Wild Mountain. All District families, friends and staff members are invited to join us for a fun night of skiing or snowboarding. Take advantage of special rates on lift tickets and equipment rentals! Location: Wild Mountain Days
Dates
Times
Registration code
Sun
Jan. 19
3 p.m. - close
WS20-FAMSKI-JAN
Sun
Feb. 16
3 p.m. - close
WS20-FAMSKI-FEB
Please note: transportation is not provided. Online registration only. Registration includes lift ticket only. Information and fees related to rentals & lessons can be found online and will be paid at the resort on the day of the event. NEW! LAURENTIAN FAMILY WINTER WEEKEND All Ages | Registration fee: $150* age 4+ per person, age 3 and under are free Designed for families of all ages, family weekend will offer a variety of both indoor and outdoor activities, great homestyle meals and group cabin accommodations for families and couples. Basic cross country ski and snowshoe instruction will be provided for beginners and advanced participants will have access to a number of groomed cross-country ski trails, which connect to over 21 miles of the Big Aspen Trail. *Fee includes food, lodging and activities. Participants must provide their own transportation. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Location: Laurentian Environmental Center in Britt, Minn Days
Dates
Time
Sat - Mon Feb. 15 - 17 11 a.m. Check-in
Registration code WS20-FAMLEC
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT We offer a variety of opportunities for youth to pursue interests, expand abilities and improve social skills in an informal, friendly atmosphere. Programming is offered before school, after school, non-school days and weekends. Classes & Activities include: • Visual and performing arts • STEM
• Languages • Strategy gaming
• Sports and recreation • Non-school-day field trips
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS SLIME-TASTIC ART
MAGICAL, MYSTICAL UNICORNS
Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $60
Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $60
It’s a slime takeover! In this class, slime is the main event. We’ll explore different slime recipes as we create tons of gooey, sparkly, stretchy, messy goo. From an out-of-thisworld glitter solar system slime, confetti cake slime and bubblegum scented slime, we’ll make different slime during each day of class. We’ll even throw in a little painting and sculpting on the side, too! Roll up your sleeves and get ready for the Slime-Tastic time you’ve been waiting for! Presented by Kidcreate Studios
Unicorn fans, you’re in luck! We have the perfect class for you! We’ll make unicorns that dazzle, sparkle and shine as we explore a wide array of materials and techniques. We’ll draw, sculpt and even learn the secret recipe for making fabulous, glittery unicorn slime!
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Mon, Jan. 13- Feb. 10 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-BA
Island Lake Elementary
Tue, Jan. 14 - Feb 4 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-IL
Pinewood Elementary
Tue, Feb. 25 - Mar 24 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-PW
Pike Lake - Early
Thu, Mar. 26 - Apr 16 3:05 - 4:05 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-PL-E
Pike Lake- Late
Thu, Mar. 26 - Apr 16 3:50 - 4:50 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-PL-L
Sunnyside Elementary
Mon, Feb. 24 - Mar 23 3:20- 4:20 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-SS
Snail Lake
Thu, Feb. 6 - 27 3:50 - 4:50 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-SL
Turtle Lake Elementary
Wed, Jan. 15 - Feb 5 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-TL
Valentine Hills Elementary
Wed, Apr. 22 - May 13 4:05 -5:05 p.m.
WS20-SLIME-VH
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Tue, Apr. 28 - May. 19 WS20-UNICORN-BA 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Turtle Lake Elementary
Thu, Mar. 26 - Apr 16 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-UNICORN-TL
Edgewood Middle School
Thu, Mar. 26 - Apr 16 6 - 7 p.m.
WS20-UNICORN-EW
I “HEART” SPARKLES Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $60 Come to this class to get your sparkle on! The kids will go wild creating multiple projects that shimmer and glimmer with sparkles and glitter! Throughout the class, students will learn basic art techniques and work with many different art supplies including lots and lots of glitter! Presented by Kidcreate Studios Location: Highview Middle School Day
Date
Sat
Feb. 1 - 22 10 - 11 a.m.
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Registration code WS20-SPARKLES-HV
YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT SPRING FEVER CARTOONS
LET’S MAKE A MUSICAL
Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $47
Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $100
Does your child have a great sense of humor to complement his or her artistic skills? If so, your child will love this Young Rembrandts Cartoon class. Students will learn how to personify inanimate objects as they breathe life into everyday clocks. Popular pets will also see the cartoon treatment as they’re transformed into colorful characters. Then, students will imagine themselves traveling to far away worlds as we illustrate amazing alien beings. We will also demonstrate to our students that drawing toys can be just as much fun as playing with them. Presented by Young Rembrandts
Performers, singers and creators of all kinds, step right up and into the spotlight of your very own musical! Over the course of 10 weeks, students will create an original musical together with help from local actors and musicians. From script to costumes to singing and dancing – students will have a hand in every aspect of creation! At the end of the session, we will be a performance for friends and family to attend.
Registration code:
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Pinewood Elementary
Mon, Feb. 3 - Apr 20 WS20-MUSICAL-PW 6 - 7 p.m.
Island Lake Elementary
Wed, Feb. 5 - Apr 15 WS20-MUSICAL-IL 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Bel Air Elementary
Mon, Mar. 30 - Apr. 27 WS20-CARTOON-BA 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Island Lake Elementary
Tue, Apr. 7 - May 5 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-CARTOON-IL
Bel Air Elementary
Tue, Feb. 4 - Apr 14 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
WS20-MUSICAL-BA
Pinewood Elementary
Fri, Jan. 31 - Feb. 28 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-CARTOON-PW
Turtle Lake Elementary
Thu, Feb. 6 - Apr 23 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-MUSICAL-TL
Sunnyside Elementary
Tue, Mar. 3 - Apr. 7 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
WS20-CARTOON-SS
Turtle Lake Elementary
Mon, Apr. 20 - May 18 WS20-CARTOON-TL 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
CHIPPEWA GLEE CLUB Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $60
Valentine Hills Thu, Mar. 26 - Apr 23 WS20-CARTOON-PW Elementary 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Students will learn singing and dancing to popular songs. There will be group, small group and solo numbers. We will culminate with a final concert open to family and friends. Dress rehearsal will be April 23 with a concert on April 24. Presented by Diane Hershey & Brianna Hershey
INCREDIBLE COMIC SUPERHEROS
Location: Chippewa Middle School
Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $47
Days/Dates
Pow! Bang! Wow! Now you can learn to draw your own comic book superhero. Each day we will complete several drawings while we explore a variety of characters. Students will learn to draw the basic muscular superhero body and adapt it to the character of their choice. Participants will also learn to draw action and movement while completing the scenes around their superheroes, using pencils, markers and Sharpies™. The collection of drawings will be impressive! Presented by Young Rembrandts
Mon, Mar. 23 - Apr. 24 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. WS20-GLEE
Location: Chippewa Middle School
Days/Dates
Times
Wed, Feb. 19 - May 6
2:30 - 3:25 p.m. WS20-MURAL-CH
Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Mon, Mar. 30- Apr. 27 6 - 7 p.m.
Times
Registration code
CHIPPEWA ART MURAL CLUB Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $64 Students will collaborate together creating a mural for the school. In the past, we have painted lockers, ceiling tiles and a 4x8 mural for the hallways. Location: Chippewa Middle School Registration code
WS20-COMIC
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS HIGHVIEW GUITAR CLUB
HIGHVIEW MURAL CLUB
Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $77
Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $25
Join guitar players of all skill levels as we learn and teach one another. Learn chords, notes, tuning, strumming patterns and songs while improving your playing style with people who have played for years and some who have never played. No guitar needed.
Art club is a multi-grade-level activity where students can experiment with a wide variety of media. Projects are generally student-driven and they are invited to work in clay, acrylic paint, jewelry, collage and more. Participants will develop their creative voice and work on at least four different art projects.
Location: HIghview Middle School
Location: HIghview Middle School
Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Mon, Jan. 6 - May 18
2:30 - 3:25 p.m. WS20-GUITAR-II
Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Feb. 5 - Mar. 9
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. WS20-MURALCLUB-HV
HIGHVIEW GUYS CHOIR Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $25 Participants will learn about their voices and sing music meant to help develop those voices. The group will meet weekly to sing, learn 2-3 part harmony and grow their sightreading skills. Their work will culminate in a concert at the end of each session. Location: HIghview Middle School Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Tue, Mar. 3 - May 26
7:00 - 7:45 a.m. WS20-GUYSCHOIR-II
HIGHVIEW SIXTH-GRADE JAZZ BAND Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $53 Jazz band is an introductory ensemble designed to teach sixth-grade students the fundamentals of jazz music. This ensemble will include playing standard jazz charts, learning the basics of improvisation and listening to jazz music. Location: HIghview Middle School Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Mon, Mar. 23 - May 11 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. WS20-JAZZ-HV
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (S.T.E.M.) INTRO TO VIDEO GAME DESIGN WITH NINTENDO CHARACTERS
GAME CODING
Grades 1-3 | Registration fee: $104
This course will give you hands-on experience creating video games. Students will learn how to think like a programmer and learn coding concepts while creating or exploring video games.
Create your own video game! Love video games? Students as young as five-years-old can create their own platform video games in this cool class! Choose your storyline with popular Nintendo characters as your stars. Then, add challenges and levels of difficulty before sharing your game by email or by posting it on the web to challenge family and friends. Now students ages five to eight-years-old can practice math, logic and programming while putting their video game talents to work! The game will be in an animated Flash format, viewable in most internet browsers. Bring a jump drive to the last day of class, or files can be emailed to parents. Presented by Tech Academy Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Wed, Mar. 4 - Apr. 1 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
WS20-NINTENDO-BA
Island Lake Elementary
Mon, Mar. 2 - 30 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
WS20-NINTENDO-IL
Sunnyside Elementary
Fri, Apr. 24 - May 15 WS20-NINTENDO-SS 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
Turtle Lake Elementary
Tue, Mar. 24 - Apr. 14 WS20-NINTENDO-TL 4:05 -5:35 p.m.
Pinewood Elementary
Tue, Mar. 24 - Apr. 14 WS20-NINTENDO-PW 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
CHIPPEWA MAKING/CODING CLUB Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $75-79 This is an open time for self-directed making and coding. The instructors can provide project ideas for students to compete, using laser cutters, vinyl cutters and 3d Printers. Students should be ready to make cool projects. They can code on Raspberry Pi, python or scratch. Location: Chippewa Middle School Days/Dates
Times Registration code
Tue, Jan. 7 - May 26
2:30 - 3:25 p.m. WS20-MAKING-TUE
Thu, Jan. 9 - May 28 2:30 - 3:25 p.m. WS20-MAKING-THU
Grades 3-5 | Registration fee: $104
Location
Day/Dates/Times Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Thu, Apr. 23 - May 14 WS20-GAMECODING-BA 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
Island Lake Elementary
Fri, Apr. 24 - May 15 WS20-GAMECODING-IL 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
Sunnyside Elementary
Tue, Mar. 3 - 31 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
Turtle Lake Elementary
Mon, Apr. 20 - May 11 WS20-GAMECODING-TL 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
WS20-GAMECODING-SS
Valentine Hills Thu, Mar. 26-Apr. 16 WS20-GAMECODING-VH Elementary 6 - 7 p.m. ROBOTIC BUILDERS: MIGHTY MACHINES NEW! Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $104 With the LEGO™ WeDo Robotics System, young children can build and program their own robotic creations. Young imaginations soar! The LEGO® Education WeDo™ Robotics Builder, allows students to explore different robotic themes. Together in teams, students will work with simple machines, program models they design and create, measure time and distance, write, and much more! Please bring a snack and drink to class. Presented by Tech Academy Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Fri, Jan. 31 - Feb 21 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
WS20-ROBOTICS-BA
Island Lake Elementary
Thu, Jan. 23 - Feb 13 WS20-ROBOTICS-IL 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
Pinewood Elementary
Wed, Feb. 26 - Mar 25 WS20-ROBOTICS-PW 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
Sunnyside Elementary
Fri, Apr. 24 - May 15 3:20 - 4:50 p.m.
WS20-ROBOTICS-SS
Turtle Lake Elementary
Fri, Feb. 7 - 28 4:0 5- 5:35 p.m.
WS20-ROBOTICS-TL
Valentine Hills Tue, Feb. 4- Feb. 25 Elementary 4:05 - 5:35 p.m.
WS20-ROBOTICS-VH
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (S.T.E.M.) STAR WARS JEDI MOVIE MAKING
JUNIOR STEM CLUB
Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $104
Grades 1-3 | Registration fee: $99
From a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars comes to life! Work on a stop-motion animated LEGO Star Wars movie. Star Wars action figures, LEGOs and backdrops will be available for filming in class. Handle all the technical details of moviemaking. Use a digital movie camera, film scenes, use stopmotion animation and digital editing. Then, add finishing touches, special effects and transitions to the movie. In this exciting hands-on learning class, our instructors will take your student through the entire digital film-making process from start to finish using our Frames software. Presented by Tech Academy
Junior STEM Club introduces students to a new, hands-on lesson every week from various engineering disciplines. For each lesson, students focus on developing 21st Century skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking and peer collaboration. This session will cover Aerospace poprockets, Chemical Engineering Secret Linkers, Coding Unpluged: Binary bracelets and Mechanical Engineering catapults. Presented by Engineering for Kids
Location: Highview Middle School Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Thu, Jan. 30 - Feb. 20
6 - 7:30 p.m. WS20-STARWARS-HV
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Mon, Apr. 13 - May 4 WS20-JRSTEM-BA 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Island Lake Elementary
Wed, Apr. 8 - 29 WS20-JRSTEM-IL 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Turtle Lake Elementary
Tue, Apr. 28 - May 19 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-JRSTEM-TL
SENSE-ATIONAL SCIENCE Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $72
NASA ACADEMY OF FUTURE SPACE EXPLORERS
Light up your imagination as you blend and separate light, and trick your eyes with mirrors and optical illusions. Discover how to manipulate sound, harness the power of heat and static electricity. Explore food science as you practice chemistry in the kitchen and figure out how to build the perfect meal. And of course, get a great signature Mad Science take-home every class! Presented by Mad Science
Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $72
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Bel Air Elementary
Mon, Jan. 13 - Feb. 10 WS20-SENSE-BA 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Sunnyside Elementary Island Lake Elementary
Explore the Earth, Moon, Mars‌and beyond. Mad Science teams up with NASA to bring you the excitement and wonder of space in this program featuring student activities from the NASA Academy of Future Space Explorers Program. This voyage of discovery features unique hands-on activities, amazing demonstrations and fun educational take-homes, in an experience that is truly out of the world! Presented by Mad Science Location
Day/Dates/Times
Mon, Feb. 24 - Mar. 23 WS20-SENSE- SS 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Bel Air Elementary
Mon, Mar. 30 - Apr. 20 WS20-NASA-BA 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Tue, Jan. 14 - Feb 4 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Sunnyside Elementary
Mon, Apr. 27 - May 18 WS20-NASA-SS 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.
Valentine Hills Tue, Feb. 18 - Mar. 10 WS20-SENSE-VH Elementary 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Island Lake Elementary
Tue, Mar. 31 - Apr. 21 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Turtle Lake Elementary
Wed, Jan. 8 - 29 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SENSE-TL
Valentine Hills Tue, Apr. 28 - May 19 WS20-NASA-VH Elementary 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Pinewood Elementary
Wed, Feb. 5 - 26 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SENSE-PW
Turtle Lake Elementary
Wed, Apr. 29 - May 20 WS20-NASA-TL 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
Pinewood Elementary
Wed, Mar. 25 - Apr. 15 WS20-NASA-PW 4:05 - 5:05 p.m.
WS20-SENSE-IL
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Registration code:
WS20-NASA-IL
YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT WORLD LANGUAGE LOS CHIQUITOS Grades K | Registration fee: $138 (8 weeks) In this class, your child will love learning Spanish with our playful approach that parallels the “natural language acquisition model.” Using books, games, songs and crafts, our Los Chiquitos Spanish classes provide a dynamic introduction to the Spanish language. Your child will learn how to ask and answer basic questions in Spanish, count from 1-20, recognize colors and family members in Spanish y mucho más! Presented by Futura Language Professionals Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code:
Pike Lake Early
Wed, Feb. 19- Apr. 15 WS20-CHIQUITOS-PL-E 3:05 - 3:50 p.m.
Pike Lake Late
Wed, Feb. 19 - Apr. 15 WS20-CHIQUITOS-PL-L 3:50 - 4:30 p.m.
Snail Lake Thu, Feb. 20 - Apr. 23 WS20-CHIQUITOS-SL 3:50 - 4:30 p.m.
CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL ENRICHMENT ACADEMY Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $816 (31 - 2hr sessions) With a systematic curriculum of MeiZhou Chinese, students will learn the Chinese language from the basics of Pinyin to comprehending simple articles/stories based on their Chinese proficiency. Cultural enrichment (like Art & Craft, Kong-fu) and Math Support are also embedded into the enrichment program. Location: Turtle Lake Elementary Days
DATES
Times
Tue, Thu
Jan 28 - May 21
4:05 - 6 p.m.
Levels
Registration code
Beginner WS20-CHINESEACAD-1 No previous Chinese learning experience
Pre-intermediate WS20-CHINESEACAD-2 At least one year Chinese Learning experience
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT Experience high-quality supervision and engaging non-school-day field trips for students entering grades K-8. Field trips range between $55 to $65 per field trip and require students to bring a bag lunch. Drop-off is at Mounds View High School.
NON-SCHOOL-DAY FIELD TRIPS MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN & GRAND SLAM
Grades K-3 | Registration fee: $55
Grades 4-8 | Registration fee: $65
Location: Valentine Hills Elementary
Location: Valentine Hills Elementary
Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Mon
Feb. 17
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WS20-CHILDRENS
Thu
Mar. 12
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WS20-GRAND
NICKELODEON UNIVERSE Grades K-8 | Registration fee: $65 Location: Valentine Hills Elementary Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Fri
April 10
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. WS20-NICKELODEON
ANNIE AT THE CHILDREN’S THEATER COMPANY & MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ART Grades K-8 | Registration fee: $55 Location: Valentine Hills Elementary Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Fri
May 22
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WS20-ANNIE
WILD MOUNTAIN SNOW TUBING Grades 4-8 | Registration fee: $65 Location: Valentine Hills Elementary Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Mon
Feb. 17
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WS20-TUBING Registration for Family Activities and Enrichment Programs will open at 9 a.m. on December 16, 2019
CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE Grades K-3 | Registration fee: $55 Location: Valentine Hills Elementary Day
Date
Times
Registration code
Thu
Mar. 12
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WS20--CRAYOLA
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT STRATEGY GAMING CHESS
STRATEGY GAMING
Grades K-5 | Registration fee: $28-$51*
Grades 6-12 | Registration fee: $34-43*
Whether you consider yourself a beginner or intermediate player, join this club to meet and interact with other chess players in your school and play on a weekly basis. Chess Club shirts will be included in the fee. Tournament play is encouraged as an additional activity through the association. Presented by the Chess & Strategy Game Association Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code
Take tabletop gaming to the next level and immerse yourself in a variety of new mental challenges. Choose from dozens of classic and modern strategy games such as Battleship, Blokus, Boggle, Mancala, Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Ingenious, Pandemic, Qwirkle, and Code Names. Student run groups of D&D or other role playing games are encouraged! Playing these games develops analysis, problem solving, communication and negotiation skills and…it’s also great fun! Presented by the Chess & Strategy Game Association
Pike Lake Early
Wed, Feb. 19 - Apr. 15 7:45 - 8:20 a.m
WS20-CHESS-PL-E
Middle School
Pike Lake Late
Wed, Feb. 19 - Apr. 15 8:30 - 9:05 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-PL-L
Snail Lake
Thu, Feb. 20 - Apr. 23 8:15 - 8:50 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-SL
Kindergarten
Location
Elementary
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code
Chippewa Tue, Jan. 7 - Mar. 10 Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
WS20-GAMING-CH-I
Chippewa Tue, Mar. 24 - May 19 Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
WS20-GAMING-CH-II
Edgewood Mon, Jan. 6 - Mar. 9 Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
WS20-Gaming-EW-I
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code
Bel Air Elementary
Fri, Jan. 10 - May 8 7:35 - 8:25 a.m
WS20-CHESS-BA
Edgewood Mon, Mar. 23 - May 18 WS20-GAMING-EW-II Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Pinewood Elementary
Mon, Jan. 6 - May 4 8:25 - 9:05 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-PW
Highview Thu, Jan. 9 - Mar 5 Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
WS20-GAMING-HV-I
Sunnyside Elementary
Thu, Jan. 9 - May 7 7:35 - 8:25 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-SS
Highview Thu, Mar. 26- May 21 Middle School 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
WS20-GAMING-HV-II
WS20-CHESS-VH
High School
Valentine Hills Wed, Jan. 8 - May 6 Elementary 8:25 - 9:05 a.m. Middle School
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code
Irondale High School
Mon, Jan. 6 - Mar. 9 3:30 - 5 p.m.
WS20-Gaming-ID-I
Mon, Mar. 23 - May 18 WS20-GAMING-ID-II 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Location
Day/Dates/Times
Registration code
Chippewa Middle
Tue, Jan. 7 - May 5 6:50 - 7:30 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-CH
Irondale High School
Edgewood Middle
Mon, Jan. 6 - May 4 6:50 - 7:30 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-EW
Mounds View Wed, Jan. 8 - Mar. 11 High School 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Highview Middle
Fri, Jan. 10 - May 8 6:50 - 7:30 a.m.
WS20-CHESS-HV
Mounds View Wed, Mar. 25 - May 20 WS20-GAMING-MV-II High School 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
WS20-GAMING-MV-I
* Fees vary based on location.
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT SPORTS & RECREATION GOLF SQUAD
CLIMBING CLUB
Grades 1-8 | Registration fee: $168 Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf from PGA /LPGA members and associates. In a social and fun environment, students learn the vocabulary, etiquette, safety, social and technical aspects necessary to enjoy golf for a lifetime. All essentials are provided during class (training equipment, fitted golf clubs, etc.). Each student receives a Golf Squad Handbook and Golf Squad visor to keep. Presented by Golf Squad
Grades 1-5 | Registration fee: $70
Elementary | Grades 1-5 Location Day/Dates/Times Registration code Valentine Hills Wed, Mar. 25 - Apr. 29 WS20-GOLF-ELEM Elementary 6 - 7 p.m. Middle School | Grades 6-8 Location Day/Dates/Times Chippewa Fri, Mar. 27 - May 15 Middle School 2:35 - 3:35 p.m.
Registration code WS20-GOLF-CH
FENCING Grades 2-5 and 6-12 | Registration fee: $89 New and returning students are welcome to join the fastgrowing Olympic sport of fencing. Youth Enrichment League (YEL) fencing classes follows four basic components: 1. Teach It! Hall of Fame Olympic fencing coach Ro Sobalvarro crafts the lessons and curriculum. 2. Practice It! Students pair up to practice a fencing move or concept, rotate partners and repeat. 3. Move It! Students participate in fencing matches using only the moves taught so far. 4. Play It! Spend 10-15 minutes of each class fencing with multiple fencers at their skill level. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets in a highoctane, inclusive environment.
This club is designed for students to have fun while they improve their muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and climbing skills. Students will be using the climbing wall, cargo net, climbing ropes, swinging ropes, peg boards, ninja warrior slackline and more. Presented by Ben Gort and Jeanne Lukens Location: Turtle Lake Elementary Days/Dates
Day/Dates/Times
Island lake Elementary
Tue, Jan. 28 - Mar. 10 WS20-FENCING- ELEM 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Wed, Dec. 4 - Feb. 12 4:05 - 5:05 p.m. WS20-CLIMBING-WED Thu, Dec. 5 - Feb. 6
Grades 4-5 | Registration fee: $80 Join Archery Club to improve your skills in a safe and fun environment! This class is designed for archers of all abilities. We will have many opportunities to shoot and participate in fun games and challenges designed to improve the skills of every student. Presented by Ben Gort and Jeanne Lukens Location: Turtle Lake Elementary Days/Dates
Times
Tue, Dec. 2 - Feb. 24
4:05 - 5:05 p.m. WS20-ARCHERY
Fencing Grades 6-12 Day/Dates/Times
Island lake Elementary
Tue, Jan. 28 - Mar. 10 Ws20-FENCING-MSHS 7:20 - 8:20 p.m.
4:05 - 5:05 p.m. WS20-CLIMBING-THU
ARCHERY CLUB
Registration code
Location
Registration code
Mon, Dec. 2 - Feb. 24 4:05 - 5:05 p.m. WS20-CLIMBING-MON
Fencing Grades 2-5 Location
Times
Registration code
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT CLAY TARGET CLUB Grades 9-12 | Registration fee: available online Welcome new and returning athletes to the Clay Target Club. Both high schools are looking forward to an exciting spring session. This co-ed program is offered under the administration of the Minnesota High School Clay Target League. All athletes must have a Minnesota Hunter Safety certificate or SAFE Certificate to participate – Teams meet and compete on Sundays at Metro Gun Club starting in April 2020.
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Grades 3-8 | Registration fee: $150 All Players, Additional $50 for Pitchers and Catchers Session Join the Mounds View High School Softball Head Coach Jordan Pearson, his staff and his players for a comprehensive Youth Softball clinic. The clinic will teach and build fundamental skills and help prepare players for the Spring tryouts! All players will work on offensive and defensive skills from 1-3 p.m., an additional session for pitchers and catchers will be offered from 3-4 p.m. for an additional fee. Location: Valentine Hills Elementary Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
All Players Sat, Jan 25, Feb 8, 22, 29 1 - 3 p.m.
WS20-SOFTBALL
Pitchers & Catchers Sat, Jan 25, Feb 8, 22, 29 3 - 4 p.m.
WS20-SOFTBAL-PC
ULTIMATE FRISBEE Grades 9-12 | Registration fee: available online Ultimate Frisbee combines the non-stop movement and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football. The object of the game is to score by catching a pass in the opponent’s end zone while preventing the opposing team from catching a pass in your own end zone. Indoor practices start in February 2020.
TEENS INC. DRIVING SCHOOL This 35-hour program for students 14 years old and above will be conducted by a certified instructor from Teens Driving School, Inc., and will fulfill the state driver’s education requirement. The classroom portion of the course is 30 hours and will consist of lecture and discussion. Students will be taught defensive driving techniques and the “how to” and “whys” of safe driving. After completion of the program, students will be able to set up and participate in behind the wheel sessions to meet the six-hour state requirement. Visit http://teensincdriving.com for class schedules, additional information or to register. Questions call 651-468-1278.
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT Middle school intramural sports are a great way to improve your skills and engage in friendly competition between the District middle schools. Athletes compete in individual, partner or team events in a wide range of sports throughout the year. Transportation is provided to all competitions and activity buses are available to eligible students after activities.
INTRAMURAL MIDDLE SCHOOLS SPORTS BASKETBALL
SWIMMING
Grades 6-8 | Registration fee: $55
Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $75/per session
The basketball program encourages teamwork and good sportsmanship while helping participants to better understand the game. A variety of drills, activities and games develop and improve students’ dribbling, shooting and defense skills.
All swimmers are welcome to swim with friends and work on improving stroke technique, strength, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Boys Basketball Tue & Thu Jan. 7 - Feb. 13, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Mon-Thu., Jan. 13 - Feb. 13, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-BBASKETBALL-CH
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-BBASKETBALL-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-BBASKETBALL-HV
Girls Basketball Mon & Wed, Jan. 6 - Feb. 12, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-GBASKETBALL-CH
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-GBASKETBALL-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-GBASKETBALL-HV
FITNESS TRAINING Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $45 Basic fitness training is designed to help students increase their cardiovascular endurance, strength and agility. Participants will learn proper posture and technique while training to gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of fitness and how they are applied.
Session I: Skill-building, Strength & Conditioning No competitions Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-SWIM-CH-I
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-SWIM-EW-I
Highview Middle School
WS20-SWIM-HV-I
Session II: Skill-building with competitions (Students do not need to register for Session I to participate in Session II) Mon -Thu, Mar. 2 - Apr. 2, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-SWIM-CH-II
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-SWIM-EW-II
Highview Middle School
WS20-SWIM-HV-II
FLOOR HOCKEY Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $45
Mon & Wed, Jan. 6 -Feb 12, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
An exciting mix of instruction, drills and games are designed to help participants develop the fundamental floor hockey skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending and goal keeping. No experience is necessary and players are welcome!
Location
Registration code
Tue & Thu, Feb. 25 - Apr. 2, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-FITNESS-CH
Location
Registration code
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-FITNESS-EW
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-HOCKEY-CH
Highview Middle School
WS20-FITNESS-HV
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-HOCKEY-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-HOCKEY-HV
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT TABLE TENNIS
TRACK AND FIELD
Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $45
Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $100
Participants will learn the correct technique for serving and will practice basic table tennis strokes including forehand drive, backhand drive, forehand push and backhand push. Fun competitions will challenge students to put their new skills to the test individually and in pairs.
An exciting mix of instruction, drills and games are designed to help participants develop the fundamental floor hockey skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending and goal keeping. No experience is necessary and all players welcome!
Mon & Wed, Feb. 24 - Apr. 1 , 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Location
Registration code
Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-TRACK-CH
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-TTENNIS
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-TRACK-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-TRACK-HV
Mon-Thu, Apr. 20 - May, 21 2:30 - 3:30 p.m..
FLAG FOOTBALL Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $50
TENNIS
Are you ready for some football? The game of flag football is a fast-paced, non-contact game played between teams of seven players. Each player on the offense and defense wears a set of flags. “Tackles” are made by pulling the flag out of the belt. All physical contact is strictly monitored for the safety of the players.
Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $50
Tue & Thu, Apr. 20 - May 21, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-FOOTBALL-CH
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-FOOTBALL-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-FOOTBALL-HV
Participants will learn the correct technique for serving and will practice basic table tennis strokes including forehand drive, backhand drive, forehand push and backhand push. Fun competitions will challenge students to put their new skills to the test individually and in pairs Mon & Wed, Apr. 20 - May, 21 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location
Registration code
Chippewa Middle School
WS20-TENNIS-CH
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-TENNIS-EW
Highview Middle School
WS20-TENNIS-HV
QUIDDITCH Grades 6-8 Coed | Registration fee: $25 Available at Edgewood Middle School, quidditch is a coed contact sport with a unique mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball and tag. A quidditch team is made up of seven athletes who play while riding brooms at all times. The game may appear chaotic to the casual observer, once familiar with the basic rules, quidditch is an exciting sport to watch and even more exciting to play. Tue., April 22 - May 20, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location
Registration code
Edgewood Middle School
WS20-QUIDDITCH-EW
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAMS WELCOME BABY HOME VISITS Early Childhood Education Mounds View Public Schools offers high quality learning options for children ages birth to five and caregivers starting with expectant parents. Our high quality programs give parents and caregivers the flexibility to attend classes with and without their children all year round. Early Childhood Education offers the following programs: • Early Childhood Family Education • Screening • Preschool • Early Childhood Special Education • Early Childhood Resources Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) As parents, you are your child’s first and most important teacher. ECFE is designed to support you in your role as a parent, while helping your child develop and grow. ECFE classes provide time for parent and child interaction as well as time for parent discussion. Licensed and experienced early childhood teachers and family educators lead classes focused on child/parent development to enhance your child’s social relationships, creativity, literacy, language, pre-reading and math skills. Registration fees for ECFE programs are based on a sliding scale unless otherwise noted online. No one will be denied participation due to inability to pay. For more information, please visit www.moundsviewschools. org/earlychildhood or call 651-621-7350 with questions.
Expectant parents - 6 months | FREE Schedule a free home visit from a Minnesota licensed parent educator. Learn more about your baby’s development, ask questions, receive parent support and community resource information. Call 651-621-7350 to schedule a visit. COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER Expectant parents - 6 months | FREE Registration Open Now We want to celebrate with you! Parents that are expecting and parents with new babies up to six-months-old can come learn about infant development, meet other parents and receive resources and information about ECFE classes available in Mounds View Public Schools. Location: Snail Lake Days/Dates
Times
Registration code
Fri, Jan. 24, 2020
1 - 2 p.m.
7890
FALL 2020 CLASSES INFANTS AND PARENTS Nurture the parent-child relationship with play-and-learn activities. Discover sensory activities, songs and movements to enhance baby’s brain development. Discussions on parenting topics may address feeding, sleeping routines, baby’s development and more. Class Ages
Separation/Non-Separation
Infants Learn Birth - 7 months Non-Separating Movers
7 - 12 months
Non-Separating
Baby & Me
Birth - 12 months Non-Separating
TODDLER AND PARENT Spend time with your child exploring and moving in the class together. This class provides opportunities for socialemotional connections and problem-solving skills for the child and parent. Learn guidance techniques and how to support your child’s struggle of dependence - independence. Class Ages
Separation/Non-Separation
Master Movers 12 - 18 months
Non-Separating
Explorers
12 - 23 months
Gradual-Separation
Busy Bodies
24 - 35 months Separation
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
FALL 2020 CLASSES
GRANDMA/GRANDPA AND ME
PRESCHOOLER AND PARENT
Whether you are with your grandchild full time or once a week, come play, sing and create art with your grandchild. Learn about ideas for at home play and meet other grandparents in our school district.
FIRST FRIENDS Age 2.5 | Separation & non-parent day This class combines ECFE and preschool together. In the fall, you will attend one day a week with your child, similar to ECFE. After winter break, your child will attend an additional day by themselves. The child-only day allows children to socialize with their peers, similar to preschool. STEAM Ages 3-5 | Separation We will tap into your preschoolers imagination and understanding of how things work. Both parent and child will engage in science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities in this fun-filled class. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.
MIXED AGES AND PARENT FAMILY PLAYTIME Birth to 5 | Non-separating Parents and children learn and play together as they try activities, sing, and practice large muscle skills in this class. SOUNDS OF MUSIC Birth to 5 years old | Non-separating Early music experiences help children to develop communication, listening and coordination skills. Parents and children make sounds of music by singing, moving and playing instruments together.
Ages 1 to 5 | Non-separating
SIBLING CARE
Have more than one child five years old or younger? Sibling care allows parents to attend ECFE classes with one child and we will watch the other(s), age three months old to five. A minimum enrollment must be met in order to run for a semester. Registration for sibling care closes on May 15, 2020. ECFE Schedules & Registration Fee Scale available online at moundsviewschools.org/ECFE
ECFE REGISTRATION, FEES & PAYMENTS MOUNDS VIEW RESIDENT ECFE REGISTRATION: MARCH 23, 2020 ECFE classes are available first to Mounds View Public Schools residents. Non-District residents can enroll for remaining openings starting May 1, 2020. To enroll in a class, visit moundsviewschools.org/registercommunityed ECFE REGISTRATION LOTTERY A random lottery drawing is held for all classes on March 30, 2020. You will not be charged until you are placed into the class. A confirmation email and payment receipt will be emailed to you once you are placed in a class.
DAD AND ME Ages 1 to 5 | Separation
Being a parent is the most rewarding, and at times, the most challenging job you will ever have. Strengthen your relationship with your child through learning and play and meet other dads to discuss the importance of fatherhood.
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FALL 2020 PRESCHOOL
PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN Preschool and PreK programs provide a safe learning environment for students ages 3 to 5 years old. Your child will experience a variety of fun learning activities in science, art, dramatic play, music, language, literacy, large and small muscle development and more. Relationships and joyful learning are at the heart of all our work to help children develop critical thinking skills, build confidence, grow socioemotionally and to prepare for kindergarten entrance. From more information please visit moundsviewschools.org/ preschool or call 651-621-7350 with questions Schedules, Tuition and Registration Fee information available online at moundsviewschools.org/preschool Preschool Parent Information Night Parents of children who will be 3 and 4-years-old by September 1, 2020, are invited to come to one of our locations and visit with classroom and program staff. If you cannot join us, please call us at 651-621-7350 for a tour of any of our locations. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tue, Jan. 21, 2020 at Early Childhood Education Center Wed Jan. 22, 2020 at Pike Lake Education Center Thur, Jan. 23, 2020 at Snail Lake Education Center
3, 4, OPEN THE DOOR PRESCHOOL Ages 3 - 5 Doors will open for your child as he/she practices social skills and participates in literacy, number, art and sensory experiences in this multi-age preschool class. PRESCHOOL Age 3 Our half day, hands-on learning experience gives children the opportunity to begin practicing their social skills with peers, learn communication, literacy, math, fine and gross motor skills, art and dramatic play in a routine rich environment. Students must turn 3 by September 1, 2020. PREKINDERGARTEN Age 4 Our half- and full-day options allow children to gain the skills they need to prepare for kindergarten through play. Children work on developing their school-readiness skills through interactions with peers, exploration, creativity and experimentation. Students must turn 4 by September 1, 2020.
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FALL 2020 PRESCHOOL
PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION, TUITION & PAYMENTS MOUNDS VIEW RESIDENT REGISTRATION: FEBRUARY 4, 2020 AT 9 A.M. Preschool classes are available first to Mounds View Public Schools residents. Non-District residents can enroll starting August 15, 2020. Schedules, Tuition & Fees available online at moundsviewschools.org/registercommunityed Tuition assistance is available through the online registration process. PRESCHOOL REFUNDS Registration fees for preschool and prekindergarten are not refundable. PRESCHOOL EXTENDED DAY Before and after preschool care is available for full day and half day classes. Middle-day care is not available for half day preschool. A minimum enrollment must be met in order to run. Registration for extended day closes on May 15, 2020. PRESCHOOL TRANSPORTATION Transportation may be available. Children attending Pike Lake Education Center or Early Childhood Education Center for preschool must reside in the Bel Air Elementary, Pinewood Elementary, Sunnyside Elementary or Valentine Hills Elementary School attendance area. Children attending Snail Lake Education Center must reside in the Island Lake Elementary or Turtle Lake Elementary School attendance area.
EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING Children attending our preschool and prekindergarten programs must be screened before or during the school year. The recommended age for screening is 3½ years old. This FREE screening is required for kindergarten entry in all Minnesota public schools. If you live in Mounds View Public School district, please contact our office to schedule an appointment. Please call 651-621-7350 to book an appointment or visit www.moundsviewschools.org/ECscreening to learn more.
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (ECSE)
The mission of ECSE is to help children with disabilities achieve their potential by providing classes, services and supports to children ages birth to five. We strive to have inclusive opportunities for all children we serve. Children must first be assessed to determine if they are eligible and need special education services. Contact the Minnesota Department of Education Help Me Grow Program to start the referral process at 1-866-693-GROW.
ADDITIONAL EARLY CHILDHOOD RESOURCES HOME VISITS Do you have parenting questions? Are you unable to attend classes? Home visits are available for FREE. A Minnesota licensed parent educator will come to your home. Call 651-621-7350 to schedule your home visit. FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS The Family Resource Centers are FREE educational lending libraries located at the ECEC and SLEC. They are open to all families and staff in the district. PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE Do you have ideas and skills to help our program and/ or like to help and volunteer? The Early Childhood Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is looking for members. This group of parents and program staff meet during the school year and provides FREE child care for children up to age five. If interested in volunteering for events or joining the committee, please email us at earlychildhood@moundsviewschools.org.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
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ADULT EDUCATION REGISTRATION Programs on pages 4-5 Mounds View Adult Education offers programs for adults to improve their skills so they can move ahead in their jobs, prepare for further education or improve their daily lives. Learn English, earn your High School Diploma or GED and prepare for college or earn certifications for your next job.
Enrollment is open NOW for Adult Education courses and trainings. Call 651-621-6250 for information or to register.
YOUTH, ADULT AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES AND ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION Programs on pages 6-21 • Registration will open on December 16, 2019, at 9 a.m. • Participants should register for activities that serve the grade/age they will be in the winter/spring of 2020. • Registrations are accepted on a first-come/first-served basis until a class is full. • All course fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. • You will receive an email confirmation and a reminder email before your community education program begins.
YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS
Online: www.moundsviewschools.org/RegisterCommunityEd In person or by mail at: Mounds View Public Schools District Center 4570 Victoria Street N, Shoreview, MN 55126 Paper registration forms are available online and at the District office.
STAY CONNECTED
REFUNDS, CHANGES, DEADLINES & CANCELLATIONS • Cancellations must be made at least seven days prior to the start of the activity to receive a refund. A $5 processing fee will be assessed to all cancellations. • There will be no cost adjustments for late registration or classes missed by a participant. • Community education reserves the right to cancel a class. When cancellations occur, participants will be notified and a full refund will be issued. • All Community Education activities are subject to changes and cancellations. • Registration deadlines for most activities are one week prior to the start date. • Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis. • Many classes fill quickly and instructors may need to order supplies. • Some classes may be canceled due to low enrollment, so please register early.
Youth who are residents residing within the Mounds View Public Schools boundaries maybe eligible for partial scholarships to qualifying programs. For more information call 651-621-6020 and select youth programs.
ACCOMMODATION NEEDS Individuals with accommodation needs are welcome in any activity and may bring a PCA or support person at no extra charge if needed. Please indicate needs when registering.
• Email addresses are required at the time of registration to update you with program changes and information. • Like us on Facebook and Twitter to stay up-to-date on the latest Community Education news and events! • Sign-up for Community Ed newsletters at www.moundsviewschools.org/subscribe.
MEDIA DISCLAIMER Periodically, photos and videos are taken of participants engaging in Community Education activities. Please note these photos may appear online, in brochures or other District publications. If you and or your family members do not wish to be photographed or videotaped, you must give written notice to Community Education before the start of your programming.
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Registration for Family Activities and Enrichment Programs will open at 9 a.m. on August 1, 2019
OTHER COMMUNITY ED PROGRAMS
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Community Education works in collaboration with community members and organizations to create lifelong learning opportunities that are responsive to community needs and enhance the quality of life in our evolving and diverse community. We invite all children, adults and families to take advantage of the variety of classes, activities and programs designed to meet the needs of our community. The Ralph Reeder Food Shelf provides emergency and supplemental food assistance to individuals and families in need, and helps connect them to other helpful resources in a manner that preserves their dignity and empowers them to take steps towards self-sufficiency For more information please call 651-621-6280 or visit www.moundsviewschools.org/ralphreederfoodshelf. Meals on Wheels offers healthy, nutritious and affordable meals year-round to seniors and disabled adults who reside in the Mounds View Public Schools attendance area. Daily delivery by dedicated volunteers also means someone is checking in on clients’ safety and well being. For more information please call 651-318-9091 or visit www.moundsviewschools.org/mealsonwheels.
Laurentian Environmental Center (LEC) is a public residential educational facility that combines science, environmental education, leadership training and outdoor skills recreation programs. Education programs are hands-on, discovery-oriented and aligned with Minnesota state graduation standards. For more information please call 1-888-749-1288 or visit www.moundsviewschools.org/laurentian. District Facilities Use Mounds View Public Schools encourages the use of school facilities by District residents. When not in use by one of our own Community Education or school-sponsored activities, our facilities are offered to other local groups and organizations. For more information please call 651-621-6020 or visit www.moundsviewschools.org/facilitiesrental.
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Mounds View PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Independent School District 621 4570 Victoria St. N Shoreview, MN 55126
NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
TWIN CITIES MN PERMIT NO 4112
Fall 2020 ECFE & Preschool class info See pages 22-25
LOOKING FOR FUN ACTIVITIES ON NON-SCHOOL DAYS? Experience high-quality supervision and engaging non-school-day field trips for students entering grades K-8. FIELD TRIPS INCLUDE: • NICKELODEON UNIVERSE • CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE • MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM • WILD MOUNTAIN SNOW TUBING • AND MORE!
See page 16 for more information.
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