Orono Community Education - Fall 2022

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Fall 2022

Early Learning • Child Care • Youth & Adult Programs

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Welcome!

Community Education Link Office 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 952-449-8350 Director Tiffany Clifton 952-449-8351 tiffany.clifton@orono.k12.mn.us Operations Manager Deb Slomkowski 952-449-8358 deborah.slomkowski@orono.k12.mn.us Secretary Deb Hanson 952-449-8350 debra.hanson@orono.k12.mn.us Program Assistant Anita Goman 952-449-8354 anita.goman@orono.k12.mn.us Sports & Summer Program Coordinator Kim King 952-449-8352 kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us Youth Development Coordinator Genna Torney 952-449-8360 genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us Integration & Engagement Coordinator Donna Ostvig 952-449-8362 donna.ostvig@orono.k12.mn.us Marketing Coordinator Olivia Gephart olivia.gephart@orono.k12.mn.us Aquatics & Adult Enrichment Coordinator Tara St. Martin 952-449-8397 tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us

YOUTH IN ACTION The start of the school year is the perfect time for students to get involved with Youth in Action (YIA).

Youth in Action is a service learning club for high school students. They prepare group projects and individually volunteer in the community. Students can then earn 1/4 credit each year for their service experience.

A minimum of 45 service hours and a group project is required to receive credit.

Last year, Orono Youth in Action students provided a total of 564 hours of service.

Students mentored at SPARKS (an after school program), helped create a new program to make attire accessible for school dances, organized the district-wide We Scare Hunger food drive and assisted with community events including Art in the Park and the Wellness Expo.

This program is an excellent opportunity for student growth and community engagement.

Interested in joining Youth in Action?

Contact Genna at genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us

Discovery Center

5050 Independence Street Maple Plain, MN 55359 952-746-5895 Early Learning Coordinator Kaela Gallup 952-746-5892 kaela.gallup@orono.k12.mn.us Early Learning Assistant Coordinator Lynnae Kizer 952-746-5894 lynnae.kizer@orono.k12.mn.us

Spartan Kids School Age Child Care 685 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 School Age Child Care & Enrichment Coordinator Katie Gram 952-449-8363 katie.gram@orono.k12.mn.us

Community Education Advisory Council

The core of Community Education is the Advisory Council. Members of the community serve on this advisory board to give direction to all of the programs offered by Orono Community Education. The council meets four to five times per year. If you are interested in joining this group, contact Community Education Director, Tiffany Clifton at tiffany.clifton@orono.k12.mn.us for more information. This group advises Community Education on its services and programs including: Youth and Adult Enrichment, Adult Basic Education, Early Learning Programs, Recreation and Athletics, School Age Child Care, Aquatics and more!

Orono Community Education is a department of Orono Public Schools.

Contents

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Creative Arts

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Middle School & High School

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Special Interest & Hobbies

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Special Interest & Academics

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Day Trips Cooking

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STEM Art & Performing Arts

Fitness & Recreation

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Sports & Fitness

Adult Basic Education

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Ice Skating Lessons

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Orono Activities Center

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Aquatics

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Music Lessons

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Registration Info & Locations

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Spartan Kids Child Care Preschool & Early Learning

Spartanettes Dance Camp

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Pickleball Classes

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Youth in Government

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Creative Arts Paint Night

Enjoy a fun and relaxing night out. Local artist Kevin Kluever will guide painters of all abilities through a piece from start to finish. Explore your creativity and create your own masterpiece.

Required materials: 11x14 or 8x10 inch canvas board.

Instructor: Kevin Kluever #F531-1 | Monday, Sept. 12 | 1 session - $39 7 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201 #F531-2 | Monday, Oct. 3 | 1 session - $39 7 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

ADULT Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

Embellish your tree, packages, gifts or your home with holidaythemed fused glass! Choose from a variety of simple ornament styles (snowmen, trees, stars, snowflakes, penguins, etc.) to create for your holiday décor. You can create up to four ornaments (time dependent).

A $15 material fee, which covers glass and firing, is payable the night of class to the instructors. Finished pieces can be picked up from the studio the following Wednesday evening or make alternate arrangements with the instructors the night of class.

Instructors: Nancy Bossert, Lynne Courtney, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang #F504-1 | Monday, Nov. 7 | 1 session - $21 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

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Fused Glass Panel

Make a fused glass panel of a name, house number or other simple design. This panel will be roughly 4x10 inches. A $15 material fee, which covers glass and firing, is payable the night of class. Finished pieces can be picked up from the studio the following Wednesday evening or make alternate arrangements with the instructors the night of class. Children age 16-17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Instructors: Nancy Bossert, Lynne Courtney, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang #F512 | Monday, Oct. 10 | 1 session - $23 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

Fused Glass Open Studio

Fused Glass Open Studio provides time and space to create fused glass projects for beginner and advanced participants.

A facilitator will be on hand for advice and support. A $25 supply fee will be collected at the studio for each new punch card. Participants are asked to bring their own glass (COE90preferred), cutting tools and molds (sharing of materials is also an option). It is recommended that participants have taken at least one fused glass class before joining Open Studio. Punch cards have 8 punches and are valid for 6 months.

Instructors: Nancy Bossert, Lynne Courtney, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang

#F504-2 | Monday, Dec. 5 | 1 session - $21 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

Beginner Stained Glass Window

Create a beautiful stained glass window approximately 8x10 inches in size.

This class is for both beginner and experienced stained glass participants.

The copper foil technique will be taught from cutting to assembly. The first night focuses on choosing a pattern and discussing colors of glass, equipment and layout. There are numerous beginner patterns to choose from such as a beautiful tulip, calla lily or sailboat. Glass is purchased directly from the instructor at class (approx. $25-$50). Tool kits are provided. This class includes one free Saturday morning Open Studio visit.

Children ages 14 and up may registered and attend with a registered adult.

Instructor: Cindy Bergstrom #F506 | Tuesday, Oct. 4 - Nov. 1 | 5 sessions - $95 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

#F511 | Wednesday, Sept. 7 - Dec. 21 | Punch Card - $105 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

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Creative Arts

ADULT Stained Glass Coaster

Acrylic Pouring

In this fun class, the instructor will introduce you to the magical world of fluid acrylics and pouring medium! Take advantage of the classroom experience and don’t worry about the mess! No experience required to learn how to create the same beautiful abstract canvases you see on Pinterest. Instead of paint brushes, we will use gravity to move the paint and try techniques such as “dirty pour,” “flip cup,” and “swipe.” It’s a lot of fun and a great way to spark your creative energy. You will create two 8x8 inch canvases to take home in a provided box. Final piece appearance may change during transportation and when it is completely dry.

Instructor: Lisa Vitkus

Parent/Grandparent & Child

Spend quality time with your child or grandchild while you learn and create together! You will each make a coaster or wall ornament with stained glass mosaic pieces. We will design, cut glass, glue and then grout. All tools and materials are available at class. This unique 4 inch mosaic will bring color and flair to your shelf or table. Children age 8 and up may participate with a registered adult. A $10 supply fee per pair is payable to the instructor at the class. Only the adult should register.

Instructor: Cindy Bergstrom #F513 | Thursday, Nov. 10 - 17 | 2 sessions - $35 6:30 - 9 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

Stained Glass Open Studio

#F517 | Monday, Oct. 17 | 1 session - $49 7 - 8:30 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

Stained Glass Open Studio provides time and space to work on your projects whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced worker. This is a great time to create smaller projects even if you have no experience cutting glass. A facilitator is available for advice and support. Purchase an 8-punch card and receive an area to store supplies, tools and your projects. Punch cards are valid for 6 months. Students can group order glass and supplies to save time and money.

Instructor: Cindy Bergstrom #F508 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Dec. 17 | Punch Card - $105 9:30 am - 12:30 pm | No Open Studio Oct. 22 & Nov. 26 Discovery Center | Room 201

4 Community Theatre

Providing high quality community theater in the west metro for over 20 years!

Be a part of making theater magic in this community!

www.4communitytheatre.org

Asymmetrical Wreath Workshop

Design and create a custom asymmetrical wreath. Enjoy this fun, hands-on workshop as you paint a wooden ‘hello’ cutout in your choice of color. You can wire your choice of faux foliage to your 14 inch hoop as a wreath. We will then wire your painted ‘hello’ to your wreath for a fun and fresh greeting for your family and friends at your door!

Instructor: Carver Junk Company #F542 | Thursday, Oct. 20 | 1 session - $55 6 - 8 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

Asymmetrical Merry Wreath Workshop Design and create a custom asymmetrical wreath. Enjoy this fun, hands-on workshop as you paint a wooden ‘merry’ cutout in your choice of color. You can wire your choice of faux foliage to your 14 inch hoop as a wreath. We will then wire your painted ‘merry’ to your wreath for a fun and fresh greeting for your family and friends at your door!

Instructor: Carver Junk Company #F534 | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 1 session - $55 6 - 8 pm | Discovery Center | Room 201

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Halloween Soap Party

Holiday Bath Melts

#F514 | Monday, Oct. 24 | 1 session - $35 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

#F516 | Monday, Dec. 12 | 1 session - $35 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

Autumn and Holiday Gift Soaps

Exploring Watercolors I

Make four batches of moisturizing sulfate-free melt ‘n pour soaps with nutrient-rich natural butters and oils. Take home several gently-cleansing soaps in holiday shapes: pumpkins, ghosts, witches’ hats, bats, spider webs and more. Soaps are made with phthalate-free fragrance oils you’ll love for Halloween: cotton candy, bubble gum, apple caramel, cinnamon, brown sugar, pink lemonade, cupcake, etc. Invite your friends and come to a Halloween night out soap-making party! Take home your soap, DIY recipes and source lists to make more at home. A $24 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 14-17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Instructor: Raulla Mitchell

Make fun, easy, and moisturizing sulfate-free soaps with added nutrient-rich natural oils. Blend signature fragrances using phthalate-free oils you love for the holidays! Fragrances include: sugar plum, vanilla, hazelnut, mulberry, sage-mint, citrus ginger, lemon biscotti, creamy cinnamon and more.

Grab your friends and join our soap-making party! Beautiful handmade soaps make unique holiday gifts and add luxury to your home. Take home soaps in charming holiday shapes: gingerbread men, snowflakes, trees, ornaments, candy canes, stockings and snowmen. You will also receive DIY recipes and source lists to make more at home. A $24 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 14-17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Instructor: Raulla Mitchell #F515 | Monday, Nov. 14 | 1 session - $35 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

Make bath melts with nutrient-rich natural oils and butters to melt away dry skin. This is one of the best things you can do for your skin in the winter season. Blend luscious, phthalatefree fragrance oils including: brown sugar, cupcake, mulberry, vanilla, cinnamon cream, sugar plum, lemon biscotti, sage citrus and more. Bring home bath melts in charming holiday shapes: snowmen, trees, gingerbread men, cubes and rounds. These make unique gifts for those you love. Take home bath melts (a great value compared to prices at stores), DIY recipes, source lists and insider tips to make more at home. A $25 per person supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 14-17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Instructor: Raulla Mitchell

In this beginner class, students will complete 2-3 watercolor pieces in a 2-hour class.

Instruction is designed to acquaint the beginner with watercolor technique and help those with experience build upon their skills.

All materials provided.

Instructor: Sharon Tauber #F558-1 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 | 1 session - $35 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Westonka Activity Center | Confer. Room #F558-2 | Saturday, Oct. 1 | 1 session - $35 9:30 - 11:30 am | Westonka Activity Center | Confer. Room

Pastels

Beginners will explore the basic application of soft pastels, pencil pastels and oil pastels an easy-to-use medium. All materials will be provided.

Instructor: Sharon Tauber #F559-1 | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 1 session - $35 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Westonka Activity Center | Conf. Room #F559-2 | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 1 session - $35 9:30 - 11:30 am | Westonka Activity Center | Conf. Room

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Special Interest & Hobbies

Easy Partner Dancing

No matter the occasion, you’ll be prepared to dance! Be one of the best dancers at your next event, or just have some fun dancing together at home! Try something new to add laughter and romance into your relationship. Taking steps from classic ballroom dances, you’ll learn easy to remember mini-routines, danceable to all your favorite songs including pop, blues, rock, country and more. If you think you have no rhythm and two left feet, this is the perfect course for you. Couples stay dancing together and singles rotate with other singles. Casual dress. For more information, visit www.ConstantineDance.com.

Instructor: Deanna Constantine #F507 | Friday, Sept. 16 - Oct. 7 | 4 sessions - $65 7 - 8:30 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

Helping Your Early Readers at Home

ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Orono SPARKS Support students from 3 - 5 pm or

4 - 5 pm in our Orono after school mentoring program.

Mentors can volunteer once or twice a week starting in October.

Orono STRIVE Adult mentors help high school

students discover their strengths and take charge of their education, career and goals. STRIVE meets once a month.

Interested? Email Genna Torney at genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us

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art event for the community!

Thursday, September 22

5 - 7 pm • Veterans Memorial Park in Maple Plain

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People – Virtual Class

Strong reading skills are foundational to a child’s overall learning success. This class will give parents effective ways to approach reading instruction with their children from Pre-K through 2nd grade. This session will include some of the current research on how children learn to read and will provide ideas on how to support your child’s reading skill development at home. We will discuss many helpful resources and will do some hands-on practice of a few foundational teaching tools for early readers. Join us for an evening of learning, fun and idea sharing, and leave with some great information and resources to support your early readers!

Instructor: Katie O’Keeffe #F535 | Tuesday, Oct. 25 | 1 session - $35 6:30 - 8 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 28

Art Park

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do with chords. Since this class is being held virtually, you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home with no pressure at all. This course includes an online book and video lessons to continue practicing on your own.

Topics include: How chords work in a song, how to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it, how to form the three main types of chords, how to handle different keys and time signatures, how to avoid “counting” and how to simplify over 12,000 complex chords.

Instructor: Craig Coffman #F504 | Tuesday, Nov. 1 | 1 session - $59 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People – Virtual Class

Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar but simply can’t find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment. This crash course will teach you basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs. Since this class is being held virtually, you will be able to sit at home with your own guitar.

This course includes an online book and video lessons to continue practicing on your own. An optional question and answer session and a video recording of the class is included.

Topics include: How chords work in a song, how to form the three main types of chords, how to tune your guitar, basic strumming patterns, how to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) and how to play along with simple tunes.

Instructor: Craig Coffman #F505 | Wednesday, Nov. 2 | 1 session - $59 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm

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Special Interest & Hobbies Laundry Camp with Patric Richardson

Patric Richardson is being called the ‘Laundry Evangelist’ and becoming a household name! Come relax and have fun learning with Patric Richardson, laundry guru from Mona Williams and author of Laundry Love. He has had national TV appearances with the Nightly News and Inside Edition There have been articles about him in the Wall Street Journal, Star Tribune, a local spot on Kare 11 and more. Most recently, Patric has become a national sensation in his own TV series on Discovery+, The Laundry Guy. Enjoy his vivid storytelling and Southern drawl as you learn things you thought you always knew but really didn’t. You’ll be shocked at what you will learn about laundry in one evening. Patric will reveal his secrets in stages and then give out tips of the trade. Sort, wash and care for your clothes with confidence. Wash the unwashable and care for textiles and clothes at home all while having fun. Learn how to save money and toss those chemicals. You will never look at laundry the same again! Patric’s book will be available for purchase by credit card.

Instructor: Patric Richardson #F518 | Tuesday, Sept. 13 | 1 session - $29 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Wayzata High School | Auditorium 2 #F518-2 | Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 1 session - $29 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Wayzata High School | Auditorium 2

CPR, First Aid & AED

This blended learning (online learning and in-person skills) class helps participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. Successful participants will receive a 2-year Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric (infant and child) CPR, First Aid and AED. New curriculum revised in 2021. Register at least one week before the in-person skills date, as adequate time is needed to complete the online portion PRIOR to testing for the skills.

This will allow you time to complete at your own pace. You will need to provide the instructor with proof of online completion in order to take part in the skills testing. Each participant will be assigned a two-hour time slot between 5 pm and 9 pm. Online learning details and the assigned skills testing time will be sent via email. Registration Deadline: November 7 (for November 14 class) and December 5 (for December 12 class).

Instructor: Lavinia Pottios

Supporting Our Spartans: LiveMore ScreenLess Parent Workshops

Digital Wellbeing for YOU: We will begin with understanding the effects of screens on five dimensions of digital wellbeing - physical, mental, social, emotional and cognitive. We will discuss ways to promote your well-being in each dimension.

Interactive activities will give you an opportunity to collaborate with other parents to generate ideas for individual and familybased digital well-being practices. We will conclude with your commitment to yourself for your digital well-being.

Attending to Attention in the Age of Screens: Since we don’t pay for many of our apps and pay minimally for our streaming services, we are paying with something more valuable than modern day currency: our time and attention. The tech industry has built technology to take hold of our attention and keep us on our devices. This presentation will increase your awareness about the attention economy, share student voice, insight and data related to persuasive design, and conclude with tips and solutions that young people are using to practice digital well-being. These youth-inspired tips can be used for the whole family! High school students are encouraged to register and attend for a separate teen track.

Parenting in an Unknown Frontier: Tips and Tools for the Digital Age: No one has ever done parenting like you. No parent in other generations has parented while their son or daughter had a “slot machine” in their pocket. These are unique and challenging times for today’s parents. We will work together to address habits and practices of screen misuse and overuse.

You will hear directly from young people about how they would like adults to guide them through this digital age. You will leave with tactics to address the challenges and resources specifically designed to help live with more balance and intention when it comes to technology.

Instructor: LiveMore ScreenLess 1 session - FREE #F530 - Digital Wellbeing for YOU Thursday, Oct. 6 | 7 - 8 pm 1 session - FREE #F531 - Attending to Attention in the Age of Screens Thursday, Oct. 13 | 7 - 8 pm 1 session - FREE #F532 - Parenting in an Unknown Frontier Thursday, Oct. 27 | 7 - 8 pm

#F560 | Monday, November 14 | 1 session - $65 5 - 9 pm | Schumann Elementary | Cafeteria #F561 | Monday, December 12 | 1 session - $65 5 - 9 pm | Schumann Elementary | Cafeteria

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ADULT

Special Interest & Hobbies

Barn Tour with Doug Ohman

Enjoy a fun filled day of exploring Minnesota’s agricultural side through the many styles of barns in Anoka and Sherburne counties.

Minnesota’s barns are remarkable testaments to a Midwestern way of life, one centered on the land, work, family, ingenuity and perseverance. Barns are breathtaking landmarks along the byways of rural Minnesota. Doug Ohman will be the on board tour guide who is filled with fun facts, guessing games and will even grant access to some of the barns. The barn tour will voyage throughout the surrounding counties. We’ll stop in Nowthen for a delightful soup and sandwich lunch. The bus will leave from the Plymouth Community Center at 9:00 am and we will return around 4:30 pm. No refunds will be given after the registration deadline.

DAY TRIP DETAILS

The Ozark Jubilee features an all-star cast of Branson’s top entertainers. The first half of the show salutes the music of great country legends. The second half of the show is a total variety of Christmas music, from traditional standards to contemporary selections. Enjoy this holiday musical event at the Treasure Island Event Center in Welch. Bluegrass, gospel, country and traditional Christmas are featured through vocals, instrumental and comedy. Lunch will be held in the ballroom before the start of the show. We will depart from the Plymouth Community Center at 9:30 am and return around 6:00 pm. This trip will also be partnering with the city of Plymouth, New Hope, Crystal and Brooklyn Center. #F501 | $96 | Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 9:30 am - 6 pm Register by: Monday, October 10

Sibley Park Kiwanis Holiday Lights display in Mankato consists of over one million lights in the park. The displays are created by volunteers who bent, welded and molded materials into the form. There will also be a skating rink, live reindeer, along with animated and choreographed lights. We will stop before the light show for a chicken pot pie dinner meal at Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen. The bus will depart from Plymouth Community Center at 2:30 pm and will return around 8:30 pm. This trip will also be partnering with the city of Plymouth, New Hope, Crystal and Brooklyn Center. #F500 | $83 | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 2:30 - 8:30 pm Register by: Monday, November 7

#F503 | $87 | Tuesday, Oct. 4 | 9 am - 4:30 pm Register by: Friday, September 2

Ozark Country Jubilee

Mankato Holiday Lights Tour

Bus Pick-up and Drop-off Location: Plymouth Community Center, PCC Event Wing 14800 34th Ave N., Plymouth, MN 55447 A detailed itinerary for each trip is available online at www.oronocommunityed.com.

Please call to inquire about registering after the deadline.

No refunds are given after the registration deadline.

Circle

OF FRIENDS Circle of Friends is a program that provides social, recreational and educational experiences for persons age high school through adult with mild developmental disabilities. The group typically meets two Thursday evenings each month.

For more information call Anita Goman at 952-449-8354.

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Cooking

ADULT

Fondue Fun

Classic Homemade Pierogies -

#F527 | Friday, Sept. 9 | 1 session - $39 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

Learn how to make your own classic pierogies with homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy!

We will also be learning how to cook and freeze these little dumplings that you can make ahead and store for a rainy day.

You will receive a list of ingredients ahead of time to allow time for shopping and prep as well a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes. This class will take place on Zoom, and participants will receive instructions on how to access the class in advance. Ask the instructor questions and interact with other participants as you cook-along. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional. Note: One registration fee for this class can include participants from the same household. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos

Tired of working in the kitchen? Come and have a party! Bring fondue to the table. Anytime is the right time for fondue with family, guests or at a party. In the 18th century, creating a way to utilize hardened cheese and bread, the Swiss melted cheese, added wine and dunked bread cubes in the mixture. Fondue is a French word for “fonder,” meaning to melt. We will create fondues from around the world: traditional cheese, classic Swiss cheese, beef bourguignonne, crab, blue cheese and tempura. We will also “dunk” delectable tidbits of fruit, cake or brownies in chocolate or butterscotch fondues. A variety of sauces and dips will be made to round out the menu.

Instructor: Laurel Severson

Instant Pot® or NOT: Soups in Bread Bowls - Virtual Class

What could be better than soup on a cool fall day? Warm, delicious, satisfying soups are such a welcome treat for dinner any time of year. Have fun participating in this virtual Instant Pot® Or NOT cook-along class. Expand your family’s soup rotation and your culinary repertoire as you learn to create two wonderful soups in addition to homemade Italian bread bowls! Choose one soup for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other, or choose to make both! Both will pair perfectly served in the amazing Italian bread bowls we will be making from scratch. The instructor will be making one soup in the Instant Pot®, and the other on the stove top using a soup pot. On the menu: creamy chicken noodle veggie soup, creamy butternut squash soup, and wonderful homemade Italian bread bowls (baked in the oven). Make it a date night or family night as you create lasting memories in your kitchen! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class to allow enough time for shopping and preparation as well as a packet of the instructor’s personal recipes. This class will take place on Zoom or on Microsoft TEAMS - free online software.

Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class in advance. Note: One registration fee for this virtual class can include participants from the same household. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos #F520 | Saturday, Sept. 24 | 1 session - $35 | 4 - 6 pm

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Virtual Class

#F521 | Friday, Oct. 7 | 1 session - $35 | 6 - 8 pm

Truffles - Chocolate Candies for All Occasions

You’ve tried others, but now it’s time to make some of the best truffles yourself! Nancy has shown thousands of students how to make these rich, chocolaty delicacies. In just one evening, you’ll be making truffles for all those special occasions. We will make five different recipes in class, and you will take home a box of truffles. Candy boxes will be provided. A $13 supply fee is payable in class. Optional truffle/candy kit will be available to purchase for future candy making projects for $20. Youth age 17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Instructor: Nancy Burgeson #F523 | Wednesday, Oct. 26 | 1 session - $39 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

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Cooking

ADULT Air Fryer Finger Foods - Virtual Class

Have you ever wondered what the air fryer hype is about? Do you have one and want ideas about what to make in it besides fries or crisping up frozen foods? Have fun participating in this demonstration and partial cook-along class as we dive into the world of air frying. The instructor will demonstrate some of her family-favorite recipes and invite participants to join in on two of them. Recipes that will be demonstrated include: cheesy macaroni and cheese balls, mozzarella sticks and meatballs. The cook-along option recipes include: chicken nuggets and stuffed potato skins. All healthy, delicious recipes that will have your family coming back for more!

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos #F522 | Saturday, Nov. 5 | 1 session - $35 | 4 - 6 pm

Lefse

If you missed recording Grandma’s recipe - this is the class for you! Learn the finer points of making the dough, baking, storing and how to serve lefse, all with a bit of history and humor.

We will begin with real potatoes using a number of authentic recipes and then a modern version using instant potatoes. Plan to sample your fresh, warm creations with traditional fillings plus take home finished lefse and dough to bake and share. A $9 supply fee is payable at class.

Instructor: Laurel Severson #F525 | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 1 session - $39 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

Holiday Cookie Bake & Decorate Virtual Class

Join us for this virtual interactive cookie decorating class for beginners. Learn how to make royal icing and the basics for decorating cookies. Participants will be baking the cookies ahead of time so that they are ready to decorate at the start of class. A list of ingredients and supplies needed will be provided at least a week before the class to provide time for shopping and baking. Class will take place on Zoom or on Microsoft TEAMS - free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class in advance. Note: One registration fee for this class can include participants from the same household. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. No refunds can be issued within 7 days of class or after recipe packets have been sent.

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos

Krumkake, Pizzelle, Sandbakkelse, Rosettes - Four Famous Ethnic Cookies

Learn to create the rolled Norwegian cookie, Krumkakes, made with cream, butter, cinnamon and often flavored with vanilla. Next, we will make Italian Pizzelles, a flat, anise-flavored cookie also flavored with vanilla, which are baked on the top of the stove using a Pizzelle iron. The chewy, almond Swedish Sandbakkelse are delicate golden brown in color and are baked in tiny tins to resemble tarts. Finally, we will master deep fried Rosettes - the exceedingly fragile, paper thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners’ sugar. Expect great recipes plus the many tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! Bring containers to take your creations home. A $13 supply fee is payable to instructor at class.

Instructor: Laurel Severson #F528 | Tuesday, Dec. 13 | 1 session - $39 6 - 9 pm | Wayzata Central Middle School | Room A306

Next Level Pierogi: Festive Fillings and Dough – Virtual Class

In this fun-filled virtual class, you will learn to make a variety of homemade doughs and a variety of fillings for the pierogi that will make your taste buds dance for joy! We will also learn how to cook and freeze these little dumplings that you can make ahead and store for a rainy day. You will be invited to cook-along and create a classic pierogi dough along with the instructor’s potato and cheese filling and festive reuben filling.

In addition to the cook-along options above, the instructor will demonstrate how she creates festive green dough and will describe how to create a bright pink one with pure natural ingredients. She will also demonstrate how to create additional festive fillings including a mushroom filling with mouthwatering umami flavor and a fun pizza filling as well. You will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class to allow enough time for shopping and preparation for the cook-along. This class will take place on Zoom or Microsoft TEAMS - free online software.

You will receive instructions via email on how to access the class in advance. Note: One registration fee for this class can include participants from the same household. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos #F524 | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 1 session - $39 | 4 - 6:30 pm

#F526 | Friday, Dec. 9 | 1 session - $29 | 6 - 7:30 pm

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Fitness & Recreation Aqua Exercise

Join us for a low impact, double benefit workout. This six-week class will benefit your joints and overall health by working on cardio and resistance training. Participants should be comfortable in the water. Aqua shoes are recommended.

Instructor: Lavinia Pottios #F1602 | Tuesday & Thursday, Oct. 4 - Nov. 17 12 sessions - $112 | 6:30 - 7:30 am | No class Oct. 18 & 20 Orono Education Link | Pool

Bonus Pilates

This is full body Pilates strength training with a focus on your core. Receive the extra “bonus” using prop work with weights, bands and exercise balls to strengthen all large muscle groups including your glutes, legs, arms and shoulders.

Instructor: Carrie Senske

ADULT

Yoga Sculpt

Join us at Yoga Sculpt! This class can be done with light weights or strictly your body weight. Either way you will get an effective workout. This class is done to upbeat music and incorporates the flow of a normal yoga class with additional toning moves, such as squats, biceps, abs and a touch of cardio. All fitness levels are welcome!

Instructor: Kacie Limesand #F526-1 | Tuesday, Sept. 20 - Oct. 25 | 6 sessions - $60 6 - 7 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30 #F526-2 | Tuesday, Nov. 15 - Dec. 20 | 6 sessions - $60 6 - 7 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

Tai Chi

#F534-2 | Tuesday, Nov. 1 - Dec. 13 | 6 sessions - $60 4:15 - 5 pm | No class Nov. 22 Orono Activities Center | Room 30

Using your mind and body connection, tai chi practice creates internal strength through gentle relaxing movements. You will increase balance, strengthen bones and improve flexibility and coordination. Tai chi is a lifelong exercise with many positive benefits for participants living with or without arthritis. The form is easy to learn and suitable for all ages. Wear loose-fitting clothing for ease of movement and comfortable shoes.

Instructor: Cindy Bergstrom

Cardio Dance Fitness

#F510-1 | Wednesday, Sept. 21 - Oct. 26 | 6 sessions - $60 10 - 11 am | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

#F534-1 | Tuesday, Sept. 20 - Oct. 25 | 6 sessions - $60 4:15 - 5 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

This high-energy class is for everyone! Enjoy 30 minutes of upbeat dance moves followed by 15 minutes of cool down and stretching. Routines are easy - just follow Christie’s lead! No prior dance or fitness instruction needed. Class accommodates all levels. The music is upbeat and fun so you won’t even know you’re getting a cardio workout! Please bring a mat to class.

Instructor: Christie Larson #F527-1 | Monday, Sept. 19 - Oct. 24 | 6 sessions - $60 7 - 7:45 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30 #F527-2 | Monday, Nov. 7 - Dec. 12 | 6 sessions - $60 7 - 7:45 pm | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

Family Yoga

It may not be your solo zen practice, but Family Yoga is a ton of fun for the whole family. Class is suited for all ages, from your new baby up to your school-aged kiddos with lots of adult/ parent participation. Get ready for dancing, singing and yoga posing. Only one adult per family needs to register.

Instructor: Heather Struwe #F453 | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 1 session - $15 10 - 11 am | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

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#F510-2 | Wednesday, Nov. 2 - Dec. 14 | 6 sessions - $60 10 - 11 am | No class Nov. 23 Orono Activities Center | Room 30

Total Body Conditioning

This 60-minute class offers a mix of cardio and strength training guaranteed to burn calories and tone muscles. We use a variety of equipment that challenges you in different ways. Every class finishes with core work and stretching to get your day off to a great start! High and low impact options demonstrated. Join us 1 or 2 days per week. All fitness levels welcome. Bring water, a towel, mat and a positive attitude! September class location: Orono High School Pesonen Stadium. October - December and the weather backup location: Orono Activities Center Room 30.

Instructor: Stephanie Meadows #F533 | Monday & Wednesday, Sept. 12 - Dec. 14 25 sessions - $250 Monday Only - $130 | Wednesday Only - $120 6:05 - 7:05 am | No class Oct. 19, Nov. 21 & 23 Orono Activities Center | Room 30 Orono High School | Pesonen Stadium

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ADULT

Fitness & Recreation Adult Basketball Open Gym

FITNESS PUNCH CARD

Season Pass: $50 - purchased online only (Sept. - Dec.) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free Bring your own basketball. All players must enter through the Activities Center Door H8 and check-in at the front desk. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons.

5 punches - $55 10 punches - $110 15 punches - $165 Punch cards are valid for 6 months.

#F546 | Wednesday, Sept. 7 - Dec. 28 | 7 - 9 pm Orono High School | Gym

Punch cards apply toward the following classes in Fall 2022: Bonus Pilates, Cardio Dance Fitness, Yoga Sculpt Tai Chi and Total Body Conditioning found on page 12.

Adult Volleyball Open Gym

Season Pass: $45 - purchased online only (Sept. - Dec.) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the gym upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free Two courts of play. Co-ed teams formed upon arrival. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons.

Adult Pickleball Open Gym

Season Pass: $60 purchased online only (Sept. - Dec.) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free Four pickleball courts are available for play. Bring your paddle - balls provided. Courts separated by level of play. All levels welcome. All players must check in at the Orono Activities Center front desk. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons.

#F547 | Wednesday, Sept. 7 - Dec. 21 No Open Gym Nov. 21 | 7 - 9 pm Orono Middle School | Gym A

Have a membership to the Orono Activities Center?

#F548 | Sunday | 12 - 3 pm Tuesday | 7 - 9 pm Wednesday & Thursday | 7 - 9 am Sept. 11 - Dec. 29 No Open Gym Nov. 24 & Dec. 25 Orono Activities Center

Pickleball Advanced Play

Take 10% OFF the adult Fitness classes on page 12!

Season Pass: $120 - purchased online only Drop In Fee: $10 cash (paid at the Activities Center front desk) If you’re looking for a higher level of pickleball competition, this group is for you. The drilling in this program will be minimal (perhaps we work on a 3rd shot drop or the advantages of stacking for 10 minutes) and then try to implement them in actual competitive play. An instructor will be present for court rotations, filling in for match play, answering any questions and providing helpful hints upon request. Depending on signups, we may have the ability for isolate courts for a group of 4 players who are wanting their own court. This group is more competitive and still fun! Orono Activities Center membership discounts do not apply for this program.

Instructor: Paul Murray

Use code “Fitness22” when registering online.

Some classes do not qualify.

#F549 | Monday, Sept. 12 - Dec. 19 | 6 - 8 pm Orono Activities Center

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ADULT

Intro to Pickleball

Pickleball Skills & Drills - Intermediate

#F538-1 | Tuesday, Sept. 20 | 6 - 7:30 pm #F538-2 | Tuesday, Oct. 11 | 6 - 7:30 pm #F538-3 | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 6 - 7:30 pm #F538-4 | Tuesday, Dec. 6 | 6 - 7:30 pm 1 session - $19 | Orono Activities Center

#F540-1 | Wednesday, Sept. 14 - 28 | 7:30 - 9 pm #F540-2 | Monday, Oct. 10 - 24 | 10:30 am - 12 pm #F540-3 | Wednesday, Nov. 2 - 16 | 7:30 - 9 pm #F540-4 | Monday, Nov. 7 - 21 | 10:30 am - 12 pm #F540-5 | Monday, Dec. 5 - 19 | 10:30 am - 12 pm #F540-6 | Wednesday, Dec. 7 - 21 | 7:30 - 9 pm 3 sessions - $55 | Orono Activities Center

Are all of your friends and neighbors playing pickleball? Never tried but wondering what all the hype is about? Join us for an introductory class to learn all about the equipment, court, scoring and rules. Soon you will understand why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S.! This sport is a combination of ping-pong, badminton and tennis, yet is much easier to learn than any of those three. We will get you up to speed in no time so you can feel confident to start playing the game with family and friends.

Instructor: Paul Murray

Pickleball Skills & Drills - Beginner

If you’ve progressed to the point where you are enjoying the friendly competition of the game, but also would prefer to start beating your opponent, this class is for you. In each session, we will focus on one skill set and then implement it into our games. The sessions will open with a warm-up, a description of the “shot of the day” and then a series of drills to practice that shot. Then we will spend time practicing your new and improved shot in live play!

Instructor: Paul Murray

Once you have a grasp of the basics of the game, putting in some practice time to improve your play is key to increasing your comfort level and confidence on the court and perhaps more importantly, your enjoyment of the game. We base our skills and drills class on practicing the essential elements of the game such as the serve, the return, the forehand and backhand, the dink shot and the importance of court positioning and shot selection. In addition to working on stroke technique and footwork, we’ll create real match play situations so it all starts to make sense. You’ll be surprised how quickly you improve and how much fun you’ll have while doing it!

Instructor: Paul Murray

Pickleball Private & Small Group Lessons

#F539-1 | Wednesday, Sept. 14 - 28 | 6 - 7:30 pm #F539-2 | Monday, Oct. 10 - 24 | 9 - 10:30 am #F539-3 | Wednesday, Nov. 2 - 16 | 6 - 7:30 pm #F539-4 | Monday, Nov. 7 - Nov. 21 | 9 - 10:30 am #F539-5 | Monday, Dec. 5 - 19 | 9 - 10:30 am #F539-6 | Wednesday, Dec. 7 - 21 | 6 - 7:30 pm 3 sessions - $55 | Orono Activities Center

Lesson Rates #F550 | Private - $70 #F551 | Group of 2: $40/player #F552 | Group of 3: $30/player #F553 | Group of 4: $25/player #F554 | Group of 5-8: $20/player

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Whether you are just starting out or looking to further your pickleball play, Paul can customize a plan to improve your game at all levels. For group lessons, each player from the group must register individually. Please register online to add your name to the waitlist. Once all players from the group have registered, we will connect you with Paul, the instructor, to coordinate a date/ time that works for all. You will be charged for the lesson after it has been scheduled. If you are a “no show” for a scheduled lesson, you are still responsible for the fee.

Instructor: Paul Murray

Lesson Length Private, Group of 2 or 3: 60 Minutes Group of 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8: 90 Minutes

Paul has extensive tennis experience, both as a player and coach, which led him into pickleball. He has spent the past few years on adventure cruises from Alaska to Antarctica teaching pickleball. Paul grew ew up in Plymouth and now resides in Maple Plain.

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Orono Public Schools 2022 Tech Levy Renewal Funding for the next 10 years to ensure Orono students are ready for the future

What is the levy for?

On November 8, 2022, Orono Schools residents will vote whether to renew the district's Technology Levy. Because this is a straight renewal, there would be no tax increase if approved by voters.

If voters approve the levy renewal, it would provide a predictable and dedicated funding stream for: Classroom learning and support Tools and teacher training to support excellence in teaching and learning and Bucket 1 - Classroom learning and support ensure Orono students are future ready Bucket 1 - Classroom learning and support

Why now?

Reliable accessBucket 1 - Classroom learning and support

The district is grateful for community support over the last 20 years. This technology levy was originally approved by residents in 2002, renewed in 2011 and is now up for renewal again.

If not renewed by voters in November 2022, the levy will expire and the district will lose $1.2 million annually in local funding.

What is the tax impact?

There is no tax increase if voters approve the levy, because it is a straight renewal of an existing locally approved levy.

Bucket 2 - Reliable Access Regularly updated networks, systems and software to support classroom teaching and Bucket 2 - Reliable Access learning Reliable Access Bucket 32 - Security and technical support

Campus security, data privacy technical Bucket 3 - Security and & technical supportsupport Campus security, visitor management Bucketa3 secure - Securityinternet and technical support systems, environment and technology support staff

If voters do not approve the renewal, the levy will expire and the district would be faced with $1.2 million in annual budget cuts, impacting teachers, programs and technology districtwide.

89% of Orono School District residents believe the ability for students to use computers and other technology effectively and efficiently is absolutely essential or very important.

(October 2021 community survey)

Learn more about the tech levy renewal at orono.k12.mn.us

Orono Activities Center

FOR ALL

Community memberships Sign up for a community membership online at www.orono.k12.mn.us/ac/memberships or in person at the Orono Activities Center front desk.

Annual membership fees Resident

Non-Resident

Student (ages 14-18)

$100

$200

College Students (OHS Alumni)

$50

$100

Adult

$246

$346

Family

$369

$469

Senior 62+

$75

$150

Track Only

$75

$150

Track Only Senior 62+

Free

$75

Daily fees Courts, Track & Fitness Rooms

Resident

Non-Resident

$5

$10 Fees do not include required taxes.

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Orono Activities Center

Features • • • • • • • • •

5 Courts Weight Room Cardio Room Fitness Classroom Baseball/Softball Cages (2) Running Track (lower level) Walking Track (upper level) Pool Access for Lap & Open Swim Pesonen Stadium Access

Orono Schools is proud to offer our community the use of the Activities Center located at the High School.

Orono High School 795 Old Crystal Bay Road North Long Lake, MN 55356 Enter through Door H8 For more information: Call 952-449-8355 Email activitycenter@orono.k12.mn.us Visit www.orono.k12.mn.us/ac

Get healthy and get rewarded!

The Orono Activities Center is pleased to honor insurance reimbursement programs including, but not limited to, those offered by HealthPartners, Medica and Preferred One. Proud to participate in SilverSneakers and Silver&Fit.

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Adult Basic Education GED Preparation & Basic Skills Class Prepare for your GED in a student-centered, individualized class to meet your learning needs.

Classes are open to students age 17+ who are not enrolled in high school.

Wednesdays | 6 - 8:30 pm Class Location: Rockford Community Center 7600 County Road 50, Rockford, MN 55373 Services include: • Individualized instruction • Online preparation options • Help obtaining necessary age waiver if under 19 years of age Call 763-477-4563 for more information

GED Test

Measures your understanding of what graduating high school seniors know and what colleges and employers will expect of you.

• Offered in both English and Spanish • 4 parts: Science, Social Studies, Reasoning/ Language Arts & Math • A score of 145 points or more on each subject needed to pass

• FREE practice tests from ABE/GED class Official GED Testing site in Monticello

Volunteer to Tutor Adults Make a difference - help someone in your community improve their English skills!

Volunteer to work alongside English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers and assist adult learners who are trying to improve their reading, writing, pronunciation and listening skills.

Contact Donna Ostvig to learn more. donna.ostvig@orono.k12.mn.us 952-449-8362

English as a Second Language Classes (ESL) FREE classes - join at any time!

Need to improve your English?

Classes are FREE for immigrants, refugees or work visa-holders, U.S. residents and citizens. ¿Necesitas mejorar tu inglés? Las clases de inglés son GRATUITAS. Las lecciones incluyen la práctica con vocabulario, hablar, escuchar, leer, tecnología y más. Si no hablas inglés, no hay problema - podemos ayudar!

Orono Discovery Center | Room 102 5050 Independence Street, Maple Plain

Intermediate English

Practice English, and improve your reading, writing, pronunciation and listening skills.

Tuesdays | 6 - 8:30 pm

Pre-GED/Citizenship

Focus on improving reading, writing, math and social studies in order to take a GED course or the citizenship test.

Thursdays | 6 - 8:30 pm Students of all levels are welcome at any evening class for English learning on the computer. Free child care available!

Call 952-449-8350 for more information.

Family Literacy

Meet with other parents and learn about life in the United States.

Topics will include: parenting help, understanding the U.S. school system, helping your children to read and more! Free child care available for children ages 18+ months - 5 years. Parents with children ages 5+ are welcome to arrive at 9:45 am.

Wednesdays | 9 - 9:45 am | Parent & Child (ages 18 months - 5 years) Wednesdays | 9:45 - 11:30 am | Parents Only (child care available)

Instructor: Vicki Larson | vicki.larson@orono.k12.mn.us Call 952-449-8350 with questions or for more information.

ESL classes begin Sept. 13, 2022

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Other daytime classes are available at the Plymouth location.

Call 763-745-6034 for more information.

FOR ALL

Community Resources WeCAN is a social service agency that provides individual and family support services designed to enhance stability and self-sufficiency. WeCAN serves those in need in 12 western Hennepin County communities, including Mound, Minnetrista, Spring Park, Navarre, Minnetonka Beach, Maple Plain, Independence, Loretto, Rockford, St. Bonifacius, Tonka Bay and Greenfield.

Call WeCAN at 952-472-0742, email clientservices@wecanmn.org or visit www.wecanmn.org to find out more.

WeCAN offers: • Family support programs: birthday shelf, holiday gifts, coats, school supplies, personal hygiene and cleaning products • Emergency rent/mortgage/utility assistance • Employment counseling and skill building WeCAN • Meals-on-Wheels and Mobile Market food pantry 5213 Shoreline Drive • On-site Hennepin County, Relate Counseling, WIC, CAP-HC, ABE representatives Mound, MN 55364 • Multiple volunteer opportunities • Diapers

Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) is a human service nonprofit that works side-by-side with individuals and families to meet basic needs and support work toward ongoing stability.

The organization serves eight west Hennepin County communities including Hamel, Medina, Long Lake, Minnetonka Beach, Orono, Plymouth (west of 494), Medicine Lake and Wayzata.

To learn more call 763-489-7500, e-mail clientintake@iocp.org or visit www.iocp.org/gethelp.

Interfaith Outreach offers: • Food shelf and food delivery • Emergency Financial Assistance • Case Management • Employment Services • Child Care Resources • Resale store Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners - www.iocp.org 1605 County Road 101 N., Plymouth

Orono Community Education provides a multitude of services, supports and connections to Orono students and families. If you would like more information about resources please contact: Genna Torney genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us | 952-449-8360 Donna Ostvig (Se habla español) donna.ostvig@orono.k12.mn.us | 952-449-8362

Weekend Food Program • • • •

Free for all families No qualifications required Every Meal does not collect information from families. Privacy is protected.

Families can start at anytime during the school year.

Email Genna Torney to receive a registration form at genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us.

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Aquatics

FOR ALL ORONO POOL

Orono Education Link - 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road, Long Lake, MN 55356 - Door E24 952-449-8350 | www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Aquatics

Pool Schedule

Open Swim

Join Our Team!

Pick up a monthly pool calendar from the flyer rack outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online. Pool schedule is subject to change.

Open to adults and children. Children under 50” must be accompanied by an adult in water. Punch cards do not apply.

We’re Hiring...

Water Safety Instructors!

Training provided. See page 23.

Saturday, September 17 - December 17

Visit www.orono.k12.mn.us Click Community Education > Aquatics

1 - 3 pm

Contact Tara at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us for more information or if interested.

No Open Swim Oct. 22 & Nov. 26

$4 per swimmer $12 per family (immediate family only)

Apply online at www.orono.k12.mn.us and click Jobs > View all open positions > Community Education

Free for Activities Center members

Adult Aquatic Fitness Programs September 2 - December 21, 2022 No Programs Sept. 5, Oct. 21, Nov. 23 & 25 Free for Orono Activities Center members

Masters Swim

Lap Swim

#F1604 Mon., Wed. & Fri. | 5 - 6:15 am Participants must register with U.S. Masters Swimming at www.usms.org. U.S. Masters Swimming is a national membershiporiented nonprofit that provides membership benefits to swimmers across the country. Self-led with swim workouts available upon request. To learn more about the Masters Swim program at Orono, contact the Aquatics Coordinator.

#F1603 Mon., Wed. & Fri. | 6:15 - 7:30 am Start your morning off right at the Orono Pool and swim laps as the sun comes up. Six lap lanes available.

Diving well area is accessible for self-guided, deep water aqua exercises. Open to adults and students over 15 years of age.

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Aquatic Fitness Program Punch Cards Valid for programs listed to the left. Purchase online at www.oronocommunityed.com or at the pool.

Sept. - Dec. Unlimited

20 punches 10 punches 5 punches Per Visit

ADULTS $135 $100 $55 $30 $8

AGE 62+ $120 $70 $45 $25 $7

Aquatics

FOR ALL

METRO MARLINS SWIM TEAM

Open to ages 7 - 18

Head Coach Mike Wood & Assistant Coaches

Team & Registration Website www.teamunify.com/team/mnmmst/page/home

The Metro Marlins Swim Team is a member team of USA Swimming. The program includes conditioning, stroke technique, dryland training, team-building opportunities, Metro Marlins in-house meets and swim meets against other USA Swim clubs. Anyone interested in competitive swimming is invited to try out. All swimmers must pass a Level 4 swimming lesson. Our team is divided into four levels: Red, White, Blue and Silver. All levels are encouraged to compete at meets. Swimmers who have not swum with Metro Marlins in the last year or are new to the program will be asked to try out and be evaluated by the Metro Marlins coaching staff.

Final team placement will be based on swimmer performance.

SCHEDULE:

Season: September 12 - early March

A complete schedule is available on the Metro Marlins TeamUnify site.

Registration now open on the Metro Marlins TeamUnify site (www.teamunify.com/team/mnmmst/page/home) .Red Team

Entry level team. The focus of this team is on the fundamentals of all four competitive swim strokes.

Swimmers must be able to swim the following without stopping: 25 yards freestyle with side breathing and 25 yards backstroke. They should also know and be able to demonstrate the fundamentals of breaststroke.

Encouraged but not required to compete in swim meets.

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 5:15 - 6:15 pm $95/month

White Team

Focus is on proper stroke technique along with starts and turns. Swimmers must be able to swim 50 yards of freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke and 25 yards of butterfly in good form. Must be able to do legal racing turns and perform a standing dive from the edge of the pool. *Required to compete in a minimum of 3 USA Swimming sanctioned meets, excluding in-house meets.

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 5:15 - 6:30 pm $125/month

Blue Team

Focus is on providing young swimmers with more stroke, start and turn techniques along with endurance needed to succeed as a competitive swimmer. Swimmers must be able to swim 100 yards of all four competitive strokes with proper form. Must know racing turns and starts. *Required to compete in a minimum of 4 USA Swimming sanctioned meets, excluding in-house and championship meets.

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 6:15 - 7:45 pm Tues. & Thurs.

5:15 - 6:45 pm Dryland practice: TBD $150/month

Silver Team

This group is for advanced swimmers age 13 or older. The focus for this group is technique and training to be successful and meet the demands of competitive swimming. These swimmers are also expected to be leaders to the rest of the team, displaying good sportsmanship, dedication, responsibility both in the water and out. *Required to compete in USA Swimming sanctioned meets, excluding in-house and championship meets.

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 6:15 - 8:15 pm Tues. & Thurs.

5:15 - 7:15 pm Dryland practice: TBD $180/month

REGISTRATION FEE: $20 + USA Swim Fee

All swimmers are required to be a USA Swimming Member as it provides insurance for each swimmer during practice and meets.

TEAM INSTALLMENTS: Payments will be charged the first of the month September - March (7 payments)

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FOR ALL Swimming Lesson Details

• Use the descriptions below to help you select the appropriate level for your swimmer.

Then use the schedule on page 23 to find a time that works for you. If you are uncertain of what level to place your child in, please email Tara at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us.

• Lessons fill quickly! Please sign your child up for a class even if it is full. You will be put on a waitlist. If other classes cancel, we will make every effort to create an additional class at your level to fit waitlisted swimmers into the program.

Swimming Lesson Descriptions Parent & Child Class

6 months - Age 2 (Not offered in Fall 2022) Enjoy swimming with your child while building swimming readiness by emphasizing fun and safety in the water. Parent/ adult must accompany child in the water. Children not potty trained should wear swim diapers or plastic diaper covers.

Preschool Level 1

Ages 3 - 5 For inexperienced or cautious swimmers. Focus will be on gaining comfort in the water, floating on front and back, blowing bubbles and submerging. Parent/guardian may accompany child in the water.

Preschool Level 2

Ages 3 - 5 For the swimmer who is comfortable voluntarily submerging.

Focus will be on creating greater independence floating and swimming. Parent/guardian may accompany child in the water.

Preschool Level 3

Ages 3 - 5 (Not offered in Fall 2022) For the swimmer who is floating, submerging and swimming independently. Work to gain independence and build endurance in all skills. Parent/guardian may accompany child in the water.

Ages 5+ Tentative in and around water, uncomfortable submerging head, and not yet floating independently.

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatics Skills

Ages 5+ Comfortable in the water, submerges head, floats independently.

Level 3: Stroke Development

Ages 5+ Comfortable in deep water, swims at least 5 yards on front with a coordinated stroke independently, swims at least 5 yards on back with a coordinated stroke independently.

Level 4: Stroke Improvement

Ages 5+ Comfortable in deep water, swims at least 15 yards coordinated: front crawl, back crawl and knows dolphin kick and breaststroke kick.

Level 5: Stroke Refinement

Private Swimming Lessons

Ages 5+ (Not offered in Fall 2022) Comfortable in deep water, swims at least 25 yards of the following strokes: front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke. Swims 15 yards coordinated of the following strokes: breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.

Private Lessons: $28/half hour Semi-Private Lessons: $23/half hour

Level 6: Swimming & Skill Proficiency

Register online at www.oronocommunityed.com.

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Level 1: Introduction of Water Skills

Ages 5+ Comfortable in deep water, swims at least 25 yards of the following strokes: front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.

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Aquatics

FOR ALL

Swimming Lesson Schedule 8 Lessons - $75

Saturday, September 17 - November 12 No lessons October 22

10:20 - 10:50 am

#F1610 Preschool Level 1

#F1611 Preschool Level 2

10:55 - 11:25 am

#F1612 Level 1

#F1613 Level 3

11:30 am - 12 pm

#F1614 Level 2

#F1615 Level 4

12:05 - 12:35 pm

#F1616 Level 3

#F1617 Level 6

Join the Orono Aquatics Team!

Hiring Water Safety Instructors Ages 16+

Instruct swim lessons for youth at the Orono pool. Help recreational swimmers meet their goals, refine their skills and stay safe in and around the water. Training course provided with reimbursement opportunity.

Interested? Email Tara St. Martin at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us for more info and to apply.

Aqua Exercise Join us for a low impact, double benefit workout.

This six-week class will benefit your joints and overall health by working on cardio and resistance training. Although you need not be a swimmer, participants should be comfortable in the water.

Aqua shoes are recommended. Aquatic fitness punch cards do not apply toward this class.

For ages 18 and up.

Instructor: Lavinia Pottios #F1602 | Tuesday & Thursday, Oct. 4 - Nov. 17 12 sessions - $112 | 6:30 - 7:30 am Orono Education Link | Pool

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Middle & High School ACT College Examination Preparatory Course

Advantage Educational Programs gives students the option of preparing for the ACT exam in two different ways: the in-person ACT Preparatory Course or the online ACT Preparatory Course.

Both courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score as well as those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have taken the exam and aren’t satisfied with their results. The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, math strategies and review.

Please bring notebook paper, pencils, calculator and a small 3-ring binder or folder to class. Students enrolled in these classes not only benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors, but also have free access to our online course. For more information, call Advantage Education Programs at 612-222-5108. Any students who are registering as repeat students who have previously paid should register for the Self-paced Virtual ACT Prep Course at no charge.

Instructor: Advantage Educational Programs #F778-2 | Grades 11 - 12 | Thursday, Sept. 22 - Oct. 13 4 sessions - $150 | 5:45 - 8:45 pm Orono High School | Media Center #F778-3 | Grades 11 - 12 | Thursday, Nov. 3 - Dec. 1 4 sessions - $150 | 5:45 - 8:45 pm | No class Nov. 24 Orono Activities Center | Room 28

Spartan Strong A program supporting Orono athletes.

Additional strength and training opportunities coming soon!

Contact Max Olsen for more information at max.olsen@orono.k12.mn.us

ACT College Examination Preparatory Course - Live Virtual Class

This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers the interaction with an instructor. The virtual ACT Prep Course is the same as the in-person ACT Prep Course, but from the comfort of your own home. Our instructors teach live via Zoom and are available to answer questions if needed. You will need an internet connection and a computer/tablet/smart phone. Instruction for all areas tested will be provided with focal points on diagnostic testing, science reasoning, math review and strategies, reading comprehension improvement, English strategies, writing essays, overcoming test anxiety and time management. Please have notebook paper, pencils and a calculator available. Once enrolled, students are sent a link via email for their class. For a complete list of ACT prep class locations, including fall classes, go to www.AdvantagePrep.net or call 612-222-5108.

Instructor: Advantage Educational Programs #F779-2 | Grades 11 - 12 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Oct. 15 4 sessions - $150 | 9 am - 12 pm #F779-3 | Grades 11 - 12 | Saturday, Nov. 5 - Dec. 3 4 sessions - $150 | 9 am - 12 pm | No class Nov. 26

ACT College Examination Preparatory Course - Self-paced Virtual Class

Register and have access and complete preparation for the ACT at your own pace. Your access to the online course will be available through December 31, 2022. Instruction for all areas tested will be provided with focal points on diagnostic testing, science reasoning, math review and strategies, reading comprehension improvement, English strategies, writing essays, overcoming test anxiety and time management. Please have notebook paper, pencils and a calculator available for class.

Students may repeat the course as often as they desire for no additional cost. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email and can begin preparing right away.

VERY IMPORTANT - you must have a Google account with a @ gmail.com email address in order to access the course through Google Classroom. Remember, the Gmail account that you use to join the online course is the only email address that you will be allowed to use during the online course. School-issued email addresses, even if it is a Gmail address, are blocked from accessing Google Classroom.

Instructor: Advantage Educational Programs #F777 | Grades 11 - 12 | $60

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Middle & High School

Driver’s Education

This class fulfills the 30 hours of classroom driver’s training required by the State of Minnesota. After completing this course, students must sign up with a commercial driving school and receive a blue card, which they will need before taking their permit test. After passing the permit test, they must take six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction at a cost of approximately $398. Missed classes must be made up in another session. For more information on Driver’s Education and Westonka Driving School, email Rob Illies at westonkadriving@gmail.com, call 952-955-1486 (work), text 952-237-5971 (cell), or go to www.westonkadrivingschool.com.

Each day, students should bring a writing utensil and paper.

Instructor: Rob Illies - Westonka Driving School #F480 | Ages 14 - 18 Monday | November 7 Tuesday | October 18, 25, November 1, 15 & 29 Thursday | October 27, November 10, 17 & Dec. 1 10 sessions - $120 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm Orono High School | Media Center

Is your school a little too…normal?

Welcome to Wayside. The zany characters of Wayside School take you on a bizarre classroom journey that promises to be a very exciting time!

Please come to auditions prepared with a short comedic monologue. Further audition information will be sent out after registration. Sideways Stories from Wayside School is a comedic play with many great characters, and there is a part for everyone to play!

Director: Katy Sherman - 4 Community Theatre

High School Club Sports Orono Community Education provides High School Club Sports throughout the school year. Register at MyPaymentsPlus.com.

Some club sports will require a sports physical qualifying exam. For more information about any of the Club Sports listed below go to: www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Youth Sports & Recreation or email Kim at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us.

Orono Community Education provides a Junior Olympic (JO) Volleyball program for athletes in Grades 4 - 8. JO Volleyball is an extended season of volleyball competition that follows the traditional fall volleyball season of most middle schools and high schools.

Tryouts: late October to early November Season: December - mid March Practices: 2 days per week Tournaments: Typically 6 weekend tournaments For more information contact: Kim King at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us

Fall

Boys and girls are invited to join the Orono Table Tennis Team!

Matches are scheduled with other high school club teams in the metro area. A detailed schedule will be provided by the coach.

The state tournament is scheduled for mid-February 2023.

Please contact kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us if your student is interested in participating. Registration will open in November.

Coach: Mike Kasner Grades 9 - 12 Late November - mid February Orono High School | Mezzanine

Drama Production

#F470 | Grades 6 - 8 | Fee: $95 Auditions: Wednesday, Sept. 7 | 3 - 6 pm Rehearsals: Monday - Friday, Sept. 8 - Oct. 12 | 3 - 5 pm Performances | October 13, 14 & 15

Junior Olympic Volleyball

High School Table Tennis

Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Fall Dance Team Orono Mountain Biking Team Practices has already begun for both fall sports.

Late registration may be considered.

Winter

Table Tennis Team Registration opens in late November

Spring

Orono Trap Team Registration opens in February

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Fall Sports

Spring Sports

Registration opened in July.

Registration will open in January.

Limited spots may be available. Contact Kim King to inquire at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us.

Boys Tennis

Grades 7 - 8

Co-Ed Cross Country

Grades 6 - 8

Co-Ed Golf

Grades 7 - 8

Girls Tennis

Grades 7 - 8

Co-Ed Track & Field

Grades 6 - 8

Girls Volleyball

Grades 6 - 8

Starts August 15 - late registration open through August 31 Practice begins August 29 Practice begins August 29

Fall and Spring Sports information can be found online at www.orono.k12.mn.us/ce > Youth Sports & Recreation > Middle School Sports

A current sports physical is REQUIRED BEFORE registering for Middle School Sports or High School Club Sports!

Minnesota State High School League Sports Qualifying Physical Exam - The Sports Physical must be completed on the State High School League Form. Physicals are valid for 3 years from exam date.

- You will not be able to complete your registration if your child’s sports physical is not on file in the school, or if a current physical expires before the final date of the season for which you are registering.

Download a Sports Qualifying Physical Exam form at: orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Youth Sports & Recreation > Middle School Sports Completed Sports Qualifying Physical Exam forms should be turned in to the Community Education Office: In Person at the Orono Community Education Office in the Education Link (Door E24)

By Mail to Orono Community Education, 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road, Long Lake, MN 55356 Fax to 952-449-8359 Scan and Email to Kim King at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us

HOW TO REGISTER FOR SPORTS:

1. Go to mypaymentsplus.com.

2. Sign in then click on “Events & Activities.”

MyPaymentsPlus user instructions: www.orono.k12.mn.us/about/communications/mypaymentsplus/ If you experience a problem with MyPaymentsPlus, go to mypaymentsplus.com/support.

Questions: Kim King at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us or 952-449-8352.

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Youth in Government Students in grades 8 - 12 are invited to join the Orono Delegation of Youth in Government! Minnesota YMCA Youth in Government is a youth-led, experiential learning opportunity that involves over 1,800 Minnesota students each year. Participants research topics and prepare to present at the Model Assembly Session in January, held in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Participants spend their days in official meetings and sessions and spend their evenings in structured free-time activities.

ORONO DELEGATION INFORMATIONAL WEBSITE

www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Youth Academic > Youth in Government

MODEL ASSEMBLY

Minneapolis & St. Paul - January 5 - 8, 2023 Participants will be required to attend delegation meetings. A tentative schedule will be available at www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Youth Academic > Youth in Government

HOW TO REGISTER

Students in grades 9 - 12 wishing to participate in YIG: Model Assembly are REQUIRED to send a one-page email of interest and two (non-family member) references to Genna Torney, Orono’s Delegation Director (genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us). 8th grade students wishing to participate should send a short email of interest to Genna Torney. Approval is NOT guaranteed. Once approval has been given, you will receive directions to register with Community Education and the YMCA.

FEES

#F5000 $93 paid to Community Education at www.oronocommunityed.com AND $425 (Fee subject to change. Early registration at www.mnyig.org. Personal pricing plans available).

DETAILS

• Adults interested in chaperoning at Model Assembly in January should email genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us to sign up.

• Total registration fee of $518 includes local coordination and activities, regional training and the Model Assembly Program including hotel accommodations, activities and busing to the conference. Scholarships available. Contact Genna for more info.

Visit www.mnyig.org for more info!

Student Volunteer Mentors Needed!

High school students are needed to help younger students with reading and/or math in the STARS or SPARKS program before or after school.

For questions or for an application email Genna Torney at genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us or visit www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Volunteer & Mentorship

Youth in Action Youth in Action is a service learning club for students in grades 9-12 where students prepare group projects and individually volunteer in the community. Students can earn ¼ credit each year for their service experience – minimum of 45 service hours and a group project required for credit.

Want to participate in the 2022-23 school year?

Email Genna Torney at genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us

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Academics

Tutoring program to help your student ACHIEVE! No testing or registration fee!

Kindergarten - 12th Grade

Tutoring is available for students in most academic areas.

The Achievement Academy y to: gives students an opportunit ls • Improve study and basic skil • Prepare for upcoming tests dance from • Experience one-on-one gui nal sio a qualified profes • Organize and succeed ploys degreed The Achievement Academy em chers who will professionals and licensed tea dent. work one-on-one with your stu

Steps to Scheduling a Tutor... #1 - Submit a request form to Orono Community Education. Forms can be found at www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > Youth Academic > Achievement Academy Tutoring #2 - Allow two weeks for a tutor match. #3 - A tutor will contact you to set up tutoring sessions. #4 - You will need to guarantee payments with a credit card or prepay for sessions before tutoring begins.

Tutoring sessions are available 1 or 2 hours/week Tutoring will take place on the Orono Schools campus.

Fee: $42/hour Contact: Donna Ostvig at donna.ostvig@orono.k12.mn.us or 952-449-8362

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The largest academic team competition in the world!

Do something BIG. Destination Imagination (DI) is designed to inspire students to use creativity when working through challenges.

Choose challenges from multiple interest areas: technical, scientific, structural, fine arts, improvisational and service learning.

About Destination Imagination: • Students in grades K - 12 can participate.

• Teams choose the challenge they want to work on based on their interests and skills.

• Teams can have 2 to 7 members.

• Teams can be multi-grade but will compete at elementary, middle school and high school levels based on the oldest team member’s age.

• Teams recruit their own members, but Community Education will help spread the word!

• Each team will set its own meeting schedule and start when they choose but must be ready for the Regional Tournament by the end of February.

• Each team needs a parent or adult team manager(s).

No experience necessary, just a willingness to support the kids, learn and have fun! Support and training will be provided.

• Previous Orono teams have advanced to state and global competition!

More information, videos and challenge previews for 2022-23 are available at www.idodi.org. Email katie.gram@orono.k12.mn.us if you need more information about forming a team or help recruiting members. If your team is ready to go, encourage parents to register their students so we can purchase your team membership and you can get started! #F1000

Grades K - 2: $100 Grades 3 - 12: $125

Special Interest

YOUTH Day Camp at Skyrock

Spend your day off from school on the farm at Skyrock! Learn about horses, how to groom and care for them and common horse vocabulary. Enjoy a ride on a pony too! We’ll take a guided nature hike of the entire farm, weather permitting.

There will also be time to hang out in the clubhouse, play games, make new friends and much more. Join us for a day of adventure on the farm! Bring a bag lunch, water and a nut-free snack. Dress for the weather.

Instructor: Skyrock Farm School’s Out!

#F300-1 | Grades K - 5 | Monday, Sept. 26 1 session - $110 | 9 am - 3 pm Skyrock Farm | 2825 Willow Drive, Hamel

Grandmasters of Chess

Learn, practice and play chess each class. The {YEL!} Teach It!…

Practice It!...Play It! method keeps students on track with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session ($49 annual value).

Instructor: Youth Enrichment League #F302 | Grades K - 5 | Friday, Sept. 23 - Dec. 16 10 sessions - $193 | 4 - 5 pm | No class Oct. 21, Nov. 4 & 25 Schumann Elementary | Cafeteria

Gingerbread Decorating Party Grandparent & Me!

#F300-2 | Grades K - 5 | Thursday, Oct. 20 1 session - $110 | 9 am - 3 pm Skyrock Farm | 2825 Willow Drive, Hamel

In this special class, let your little one alongside mom, dad, grandma or grandpa, go gingerbread, candy and frosting crazy as they decorate their very own house for the holidays. There will be holiday cookie decorating too! Join us for a fun night of quality bonding time with your child or grandchild. Register each child individually. Adults do not need to register.

#F300-3 | Grades K - 5 | Friday, Oct. 21 1 session - $110 | 9 am - 3 pm Skyrock Farm | 2825 Willow Drive, Hamel

#F337 | Ages 3 - 8 | Thursday, Dec. 15 1 session - $35 | 6 - 7:30 pm Orono Intermediate School | Cafeteria

Mention code ORO22 when registering!

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Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven different metro ski and snowboard areas, our top quality adult staff will teach you to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks. You provide your own food and gear (season-long rentals available), we provide the rest!

Ages 10 - 18 8 am - 5:30 pm (approx.)

Saturdays or Sundays, Dec. - Feb. 11 weeks, plus 3 BONUS trips for teens only Bus pickup locations: Marina Center: 4677 Shoreline Drive Spring Park, MN 55384 Long Lake Town Center: 1877 W. Wayzata Blvd.

Long Lake, MN 55356 Weekly Trip Fees: You will be contacted prior to the trip each week for your reservation. Using our flexible pay-as-you-go trip fee structure, you pay a weekly trip fee of about $85 to cover round trip bus transportation and lift ticket. If you can’t attend that week, you don’t owe anything!

m www.blizzardmn.co or 763-559-3343

PROGRAMS

Teen Sampler

Grades 5 - 12 Sat. or Sun. $450 Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced instructors during 41/2 hours of instruction with plenty of time to free ski or ride, too! ALL levels beginner to advance.

Plus three teen-ONLY trips!

Apprentice Program

Classic

Grades 7 - 12 Sat. or Sun. $250 Try skiing or snowboarding on three trips.

Instruction and time to free ski or ride.

Grades 8 - 12 $600 Have a passion for skiing or boarding?

Learn the tools to be a successful instructor.

Team Blizzard

Grades 5 - 12 Sat. or Sun. $600 Ski racing or snowboard team instruction.

Intermediate to expert skiers stir up some friendly competition as you learn strategies and tactics for racing.

A great way for high school racers to get an edge and improve.

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Science & Technology Engineering for Kids Jr. STEM Club

All new lessons for the new school year! The Engineering for Kids Jr. STEM Club brings fun, hands-on lessons every week to introduce engineering concepts at a young age. For each lesson, students focus on developing 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork. These life skills give students the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed in almost anything! Sign up for one or both sessions! Session 1: Mechanical Engineering: Save Humpty Dumpty, Aerospace Engineering: Stomp Rockets, Industrial Engineering: Fossils, Acoustic Engineering: Magic Flute. Session 2: Acoustic Engineering: Squawker, Mechanical Engineering: Kinetic Motion, Aerospace Engineering: Up, Up & Away, Chemical Engineering: Space Rocks.

Instructor: Engineering for Kids #F309-1 | Grades K - 3 | Tuesday, Sept. 20 - Oct. 11 4 sessions - $115 | 4 - 5 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211 #F309-2 | Grades K - 3 | Tuesday, Oct. 25 - Nov. 15 4 sessions - $115 | 4 - 5 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

CSI: Examine the Evidence

How do crime scene investigators help solve crimes? Find out as you explore the fun and fascinating field of forensic science.

Join our team of investigators as we collect and examine latent prints, tool marks and more. Then, test your investigative and scientific skills using your own CSI take home kit as you follow the evidence to crack the case of “Whodunit.”

Instructor: Science Explorers #F307 | Grades 1 - 5 | Monday, Oct. 3 - 10 2 sessions - $38 | 3:45 - 5 pm Schumann Elementary | Art Room 9

Robotics & STEAM! Cool Jungle Adventures

The jungle is full of amazing animals and adventures. In small teams, build a robotic monkey that drums to your command.

Then, design a super fast climbing monkey for you to take home. Please bring a snack and water bottle.

Instructor: TechTacToe #F301 | Grades K - 3 | Saturday, Oct. 15 1 session - $69 | 9 am - 12 pm Orono Activities Center | Room 28

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GoSolar! Kidz: Solar Cars

Design and build solar energy vehicles from easy, LEGO-like, snap-together parts in this exciting class. Construct solarpowered motorbikes, helicopters, off-roaders, dragsters, and more. Kids will have a blast running their new gadgets with a remote controller. Explore the sun - GoSolar! style. Bring a bag lunch, snack and water bottle.

Instructor: GoSolar! Kids #F336 | Grades K - 6 | Friday, Nov. 4 1 session - $126 | 9 am - 3 pm Orono Activities Center | Room 28

School’s Out!

Lost in Space

Experiment with gravity, air pressure and rockets. Then, as we are blasting our way through space, we will stop to investigate the planets of our solar system and create glowing, slithering space slime to learn what is needed for life to exist on other planets. Experiments, art projects and much more will be a part of the adventure.

Instructor: Science Explorers #F308 | Grades 2 - 6 | Monday, Nov. 7 - 14 2 sessions - $38 | 3:45 - 5 pm Schumann Elementary | Art Room 9

The Science of Slime

We will investigate why slime is delightfully bouncy, stretchy and sticky as we discover the science side of STEM. We will also explore polymers and activators while making glow slime, butter slime and more. This class is more than hands-on...it’s hands in! Come ready to get messy.

Instructor: Science Explorers School’s Out!

#F306 | Grades 1 - 5 | Wednesday, Dec. 21 1 session - $43 | 9 am - 12 pm Schumann Elementary | Art Room 9

Game Coding: Super Mario Virtual Class

Learn about programming concepts using Scratch®. Scratch® is a drag-and-drop creative coding platform developed by MIT. Students will be instructed to make a Mario Kart-style game.

Then, pick custom characters and a track to customize their games.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F310 | Grades 2 - 6 | Saturday, Sept. 24 1 session - $65 | 9 am - 12 pm

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Science & Technology

Game Coding: Nintendo - Virtual Class

Intro to Java Coding - Virtual Class

Learn the fundamentals of coding with Scratch® by creating a Nintendo®-themed game. Inspire your student to pursue today’s most exciting technologies. Scratch® uses colorful, visual blocks that fit together like LEGOS®.

Instructor: Tech Academy

Students will be introduced to object-oriented programming and elements of the Java language while learning to code their text-based RPG (Role Playing Game). No programming experience necessary, but familiarity with common tasks using a computer operating system (text-editing and understanding directory structures) and good keyboarding skills is required.

Instructor: Tech Academy

#F311 | Grades 2 - 5 | Thursday, Sept. 29 1 session - $33 | 6 - 7:30 pm

#F315 | Grades 4 - 8 | Saturday, Oct. 29 - Nov. 5 2 sessions - $129 | 9 am - 12 pm

Multiplayer Minecraft: City Builder Virtual Class

Minecraft Mod Development

Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city! Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed virtual camp!

Instructor: Tech Academy

Virtual Class

#F314 | Grades 1 - 6 | Thursday, Oct. 6 - 13 2 sessions - $86 | 6 - 7:30 pm

Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft Java Edition using MCreator. Customize your gaming experience! MCreator is a tool to learn Minecraft modding and programming. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding and playing Minecraft.

Instructor: Tech Academy

Minecraft Mod Development: Armour

#F318 | Grades 2 - 6 | Tuesday, Nov. 8 - 15 2 sessions - $65 | 6 - 7:30 pm

Virtual Class

Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft Java Edition using MCreator. Customize your gaming experience! MCreator is a great tool to learn Minecraft modding and to learn concepts of software programming. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding, and, of course, playing Minecraft!

Instructor: Tech Academy

Multiplayer Minecraft: Mini-Game Builder - Virtual Class

#F313 | Grades 3 - 7 | Saturday, Oct. 8 - 15 2 sessions - $86 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Become the architect of mini-game battle arenas! Build your own spleef arena, capture the flag base, king of the hill stadium, or one of many more mini-games. Then, challenge your friends!

Battle it out in spleef, plan your base in capture the flag or have a snowball fight in king of the hill!

Instructor: Tech Academy

3D Printing & CAD - Virtual Class

#F316 | Grades 2 - 6 | Saturday, Nov. 12 - 19 2 sessions - $86 | 8 - 10 am

Students will design 3D objects using TinkerCAD (an online web app), and use the 3D slicing program Cura to bring their creations to life. This course serves as an excellent introduction to 3D printing and is ideal for students who like to draw, design, imagine and see their creations come to life. Students will be designing 1-2 objects, and the 3D print will be mailed home.

Familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer and keyboarding is required. Fees include printing of one project.

Instructor: Tech Academy

Video Production for YouTube Virtual Class

Learn how to create YouTube content! Shoot videos, edit sound, and create an online presence with YouTube. Learn tricks that pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sounds. Edit your video, add transitions and insert a soundtrack.

Instructor: Tech Academy

#F312-1 | Grades 2 - 6 | Saturday, Oct. 8 - 15 2 sessions - $107 | 8 - 10 am

#F317-1 | Grades 3 - 8 | Saturday, Nov. 12 - 19 2 sessions - $86 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

#F312-2 | Grades 2 - 6 | Monday & Tuesday, Dec. 26 - 27 2 sessions - $107 | 1 - 3 pm

#F317-2 | Grades 2 - 6 | Thursday & Friday, Dec. 29 - 30 2 sessions - $86 | 10 am - 12 pm

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Science & Technology Minecraft Coding: Ride the Ender Dragon - Virtual Class

Escape VIRTUAL the Ender CLASS DETAILS Go to www.oronocommunityed.com and search for the class title to see complete details and important technical requirements for accessing the class content online.

We will write code to summon the ender dragon and learn to code using MinecraftEDU. No prior coding experience necessary, but Minecraft playing experience would be helpful.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F319 | Grades 2 - 6 | Saturday, Nov. 19 1 session - $65 | 9 am - 12 pm

Video Production for YouTube: Gaming - Virtual Class

Learn how to produce a YouTube - “Let’s Play” video! Learn how to capture a gaming session. Learn tricks that pros use.

Edit your video, add transitions and insert a soundtrack. Then, share your finished video with the world.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F321 | Grades 4 - 7 | Saturday, Dec. 3 - 10 2 sessions - $86 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Advanced Minecraft: Command Block Virtual Class

Get ready to wire up your Minecraft worlds with command blocks and Redstone! Even if you’re a seasoned Minecraft pro, there’s plenty to learn. From basic traps to powered machines, Redstone offers Minecraft players a whole new range of opportunities to create amazing things. Minecraft’s command block is a pseudo-programming language that consists of logic and execution written in text. We’ll learn to spawn creatures, teleport all over your world and make multiplayer games.

Instructor: Tech Academy

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Dragon: Escape Room Adventure Map Virtual Class

Unleash your creativity as you work collaboratively. Create a world with others in multiple unique, themed Escape Room Adventure Map. Our mission is to race through the end and escape the Ender Dragon. Students will get a copy of the world to continue development at home.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F323 | Grades 1 - 6 | Saturday, Dec. 17 1 session - $65 | 9 am - 12 pm

Minecraft: Battle the Ender Dragon Virtual Class

Get ready to face the biggest challenge in Minecraft, defeating the Ender Dragon. Work collaboratively with others to develop strategies to defeat this enemy. Learn techniques to create tools, prep equipment, gather resources, brew potions, use enchantments and craft armor to use in battle.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F324 | Grades 2 - 6 | Monday & Tuesday, Dec. 26 - 27 2 sessions - $129 | 9 am - 12 pm

Web Design - Virtual Class

#F320 | Grades 3 - 7 | Saturday, Dec. 3 - 10 2 sessions - $86 | 8 - 10 am

Learn to create web pages. Students will learn how to create an HTML web page, learn various HTML tags and experiment with design, javascript and CSS. Instructor: Tech Academy

Multiplayer Minecraft: World Builder

#F325 | Grades 2 - 6 | Thursday & Friday, Dec. 29 - 30 2 sessions - $86 | 1 - 3 pm

Virtual Class

Create a world with others in multiple unique, themed lands.

Build different biomes or base a section on your favorite movie or video game! Meld your quadrants together with bridges and separate them with moats of water, lava or even the void!

Students will get a copy of the world to continue at home.

Instructor: Tech Academy #F322 | Grades 1 - 6 | Tuesday, Dec. 6 - 13 2 sessions - $65 | 6 - 7:30 pm

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COMMUNITY ED IS HIRING...

Various roles in child care, early learning, aquatics, coaching and more!

Email ceinfo@orono.k12.mn.us for more information.

Art

YOUTH Nailed It!

This is the perfect class to hone both your artistic side and your puzzle-solving skills. Just like on the popular TV show Nailed It!, we’ll show you a final product and give you all the materials needed to recreate it. The rest is up to you! Your challenges will include creating a unicorn cake sculpture, painting a fox at sunset, and a llama with a flower crown and more. We can’t wait to see if you can nail it! This is Nailed It!, Kidcreate-style, so instead of baking, we’ll be sculpting, painting and collaging.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio #F329 | Ages 5 - 12 | Thursday, Sept. 22 - Oct. 13 4 sessions - $82 | 3:50 - 4:50 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES All K - 5 students taking an after school program must have a note or email to their teacher and the office BEFORE the class begins.

The note must include your child’s first and last name, class title and the start and end date of the class.

Messes & Masterpieces

All great artists make a mess! We’ll create stunning masterpieces while using some of the coolest, messiest art techniques. From Frida Kahlo to Picasso and Salvador Dali, each messy masterpiece will be inspired by a different master artist.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio #F331 | Ages 5 - 12 | Thursday, Oct. 27 - Nov. 17 4 sessions - $82 | 3:50 - 4:50 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

Encanto Art Inspirations

Can’t stop singing “We Don’t Talk About Bruno?” Come join Mirabel, Isabella, Antonio and the rest of the Madrigals as we create magical projects inspired by the Disney movie Encanto.

We’ll use glitter, clay and paint as we create clay butterflies, magical bedroom doors, Colombian rainforest creatures and more.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio

Glitz & Dazzle

Join us for the ultimate day of sparkling fun. We’ll draw, paint and sculpt masterpieces that will glow and sparkle. There will be tons of glitter and gems to take your project to the next level. We’ll even create a surprise accessory for you to wear!

Instructor: Abrakadoodle

#F330 | Ages 5 - 12 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Oct. 19 4 sessions - $82 | 3:50 - 4:50 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

#F305 | Ages 5 - 12 | Friday, Nov. 4 1 session - $54 | 9 am - 12 pm Discovery Center | Room 201

Our Littlest Fan’s Favorite Art Class

School’s Out!

Parent & Child

From papiér-mâche bowls to glow-in-the-dark projects and messy clay masterpieces, these are the projects our littlest students love the most! It’s guaranteed to be an artsy good time! Come ready to get messy. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio

Gifts Galore

#F326 | Ages 18 months - 6 | Monday, Oct. 3 - 24 4 sessions - $82 | 9:30 - 10:30 am Discovery Center | Room 201

#F332 | Ages 5 - 12 | Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Dec. 7 4 sessions - $82 | 3:50 - 4:50 pm | No class Nov. 23 Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

Art Lab

Sensational Slime

Do you love art, painting and sculpting clay? Then this class is for you! Explore your artistic side as you use different materials like watercolors, pastels, clay, canvas and more!

Instructor: Abrakadoodle #F304 | Ages 5 - 12 | Thursday, Oct. 20 1 session - $54 | 9 am - 12 pm Schumann Elementary | Art Room 9

School’s Out!

Come create priceless handmade gifts for everyone on your list!

Use clay, paint, glitter and more to create wonderful wintry gifts like a snowman bobbleheads and glitter poinsettias. We’ll even paint masterpieces on real canvas boards.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio

Mix up a batch of our fabulous, fluffy slime, then try your hand at our special bubble gum-scented silly putty slime. Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio s #F328 | Ages 4 - 9 | Tuesday, Nov. 22 1 session - $49 | 9 am - 12 pm Discovery Center | Room 201

School’ Out!

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Art

YOUTH

Holiday Gift Making

Get a jump start on gift making and create the perfect gifts for relatives or friends. Each child will bring home three beautiful handmade and gift-wrapped presents in time for the holidays!

Instructor: Abrakadoodle

Christmas Tree on Canvas At Home Art Kit

Artists will create on a real canvas board. Paint a Christmas tree complete with a colorful string of lights. #F335-1 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

#F303 | Ages 5 - 12 | Monday, Nov. 28 - Dec. 12 3 sessions - $54 | 3:50 - 4:50 pm Schumann Elementary | Art Room 9

Clay Fairy House - At Home Art Kit

Simply Silly Stuff

#F335-8 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

Construct a magical place for your fairy friends to live out of Model Magic® clay.

Get ready to go bananas with all the silly stuff you’ll create in this camp like a messy monster made of mush and a cute 3D goldfish. Make your own pop-up art too! This combination of projects will teach you all sorts of silly stuff you never thought artistically possible. Pack a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio #F327 | Ages 4 - 9 | Monday & Tuesday, Dec. 19 - 20 2 sessions - $109 | 9 am - 12 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

School’s Out!

Holiday Ornament Making Party

Join us for an ornament making party! Create a snowman ornament and an ornament inspired by the famous reindeer with the red nose and more. Pack a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio #F334 | Ages 5 - 12 | Thursday, Dec. 22 1 session - $49 | 9 am - 12 pm Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211

School’s Out!

Slime-Tastic Art

It’s a slime takeover! We’ll explore different slime recipes as we create tons of gooey, sparkly, messy goo. From glitter solar system slime to confetti cake slime and bubble gum scented slime, we’ll make a different concoction each day. We’ll even do some painting and sculpting too! Pack a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio #F333 | Ages 5 - 12 | Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 27 - 28 2 sessions - $109 | 9 am - 12 pm School’s Orono Intermediate School | Art Room 211 Out!

AT HOME ART KIT DETAILS Go to www.oronocommunityed.com and search for the kit title to see complete details and important pick-up information.

Clay Slab Unicorn - At Home Art Kit

Learn a simple step-by-step process to sculpt a darling unicorn.

Add some sequins and a little dazzle, and this project is a dream come true for any unicorn enthusiast. #F335-7 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

Holiday Clay Mosaic - At Home Art Kit

‘Tis the season for holiday mosaics! Use air dry clay and beads to create a mosaic in the festive shape of your choice. #F335-4 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

Holiday Ornaments - At Home Art Kit

Use clay, paint and foam to create different winter ornaments: a penguin, a silly snowman and a candy-striped North Pole sign. #F335-2 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

Holiday Slime Time - At Home Art Kit

Ho ho ho! Create awesome silly putty slime. Use holiday colors and sparkly mix-ins for a red, green and glittery good time. #F335-3 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

Snow Globe - At Home Art Kit

Artists will use several different types of clay along with glitter, beads and more as they learn how to make their very own snow globes. #F335-5 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

New Year’s Snow Globe - At Home Art Kit

Use different types of clay, glitter and beads as you learn how to make your own snow globes. Happy New Year! #F335-6 | Ages 5 - 12 | $18

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Performing Arts

YOUTH Tumbling Toddlers

Ballet, Tap & Jazz Dance

A parent-child class with a focus on fun and play! We will practice climbing, jumping, swinging, balancing and rolling. #F342-1 | Ages 18 months - 3 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 15 8 sessions - $88 | 5 - 5:30 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

A combo class consisting of three styles of dance! Learn the foundation for all styles with ballet training. Tap will focus on following rhythm and quick foot movement. Jazz includes isolations, funk-style movements and hip hop moves. Ballet and tap shoes required. Jazz shoes optional.

#F342-2 | Ages 18 months - 3 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Nov. 19 8 sessions - $88 | 9:45 - 10:15 am | No class Oct. 22 Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F340 | Grades K - 5 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $109 | 5:45 - 6:45 pm Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

Preschool Gymnastics

Hip Hop

Preschoolers will learn the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun environment. Dress in a leotard or fitted clothing and bare feet. #F343-1 | Ages 3 - 5 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 15 8 sessions - $104 | 3:30 - 4:15 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata #F343-2 | Ages 3 - 5 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Nov. 19 8 sessions - $104 | 10:15 - 11 am | No class Oct. 22 Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F341 | Grades K - 5 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $104 | 6:45 - 7:30 pm Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

Monster Mash Dance Party

Tumbling & Gymnastics

Learn tumbling and gymnastics skills! No shoes required. Dress in a leotard or fitted clothing. For beginner/intermediate levels. #F344-1 | Grades K - 5 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 15 8 sessions - $104 | 4:15 - 5 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

Wear a costume and join us for the party! Learn fun routines to Halloween music, make festive crafts, dance in the dark with glow sticks and more! Parents can come watch the performance for the last 15 minutes. Dance shoes are encouraged but not required. Pizza dinner included. #F345 | Grades K - 5 | Saturday, Oct. 15 1 session - $30 | 5 - 8 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F344-2 | Grades K - 5 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Nov. 19 8 sessions - $104 | 11 - 11:45 am | No class Oct. 22 Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

MEA Dance & Tumble Camp

Dancing Tots - Parent & Child

A parent-child class for toddlers. Large motor skills are enhanced with an emphasis on fun through dance. Participants learn to feel musical rhythm and follow directions while dancing with their peers. Ballet and tap shoes required for students.

School’s out! Learn fun dance moves and combinations along with basic tumbling skills! Additional activities include art projects and movie time. Dress to move and bring a water bottle, two snacks and lunch both days. We’ll perform for family and friends at 3:00 pm on Friday. Ballet and tap shoes encouraged.

School’s

Out! #F346 | Grades K - 5 | Thursday & Friday, Oct. 20 - 21 2 sessions - $114 | 9 am - 3:30 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F338 | Ages 2 - 31/2 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $88 | 4:30 - 5 pm | Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

Preschool Ballet & Tap

Learn the latest hip hop and break dance moves in this fun and fast-paced class with a focus on technique, team building and fun! Tennis shoes for indoor-use only are required.

Holiday Dance Party

Learn introductory movement activities and basic ballet and tap elements. Creative movement, tumbling and dance games will also be incorporated. Ballet and tap shoes required.

We will learn ballet and jazz routines to festive music, play fun games and make a holiday craft. Parents are invited to watch for the last 10 minutes. Bring a snack and water bottle. Ballet or jazz shoes encouraged.

#F339 | Ages 3 - 5 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $104 | 5 - 5:45 pm | Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

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Sports & Fitness Family Yoga

It may not be your solo zen practice, but Family Yoga is a ton of fun for the whole family. Class is suited for all ages from your new baby up to your school-aged kiddos with lots of adult/ parent participation. Get ready for dancing, singing and yoga posing. Only one adult per family needs to register.

Instructor: Heather Struwe #F453 | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 1 session - $15 10 - 11 am | Orono Activities Center | Room 30

YOUTH Soccer

Using our progressional curriculum, our sport-specific staff will ensure your young athlete gains the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step in soccer. This camp focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. Your child will learn life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, make new friends and improve their sport skills preparing them to play on the playground or league play! Participants should wear athletic clothing and bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Skyhawks #F357 | Ages 5 - 7 | Saturday, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12 4 sessions - $85 | 10:20 - 11:20 am | No class Oct. 22 Orono Schools | Field 6 #F358 | Ages 8 - 9 | Saturday, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12 4 sessions - $85 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | No class Oct. 22 Orono Schools | Field 6 #F359 | Ages 9 - 11 | Saturday, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12 4 sessions - $85 | 12:40 - 1:40 pm | No class Oct. 22 Orono Schools | Field 6

Olympic Fencing

Flag Football

Skyhawks flag football is the perfect program for young athletes who want a complete introduction to America’s game or for those who simply want to brush up on their skills in preparation for league play. Through our ‘skill of the day,’ campers will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching and de-flagging or defensive positioning - all presented in a fun and positive environment!

Instructor: Skyhawks #F352 | Ages 5 - 7 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 8 4 sessions - $85 | 10:20 - 11:20 am | Orono Schools | Field 6 #F353 | Ages 8 - 9 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 8 4 sessions - $85 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Orono Schools| Field 6 #F354 | Ages 9 - 11 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 8 4 sessions - $85 | 12:40 - 1:40 pm | Orono Schools | Field 6

Fencing is a vigorous sport that requires and develops stamina, quick reactions, speed, accuracy of movement and excellent coordination. It utilizes natural body movements to create simple and effective self-protection techniques with the sword.

Attacking, defense, timing and intense tactics are all integrated into this beginning class. Whether you are fencing for a good workout or gaining points for the Olympics, fencing is fun for the whole family. We provide everything needed to fence (mask, jacket, glove and weapon). Come dressed comfortably including long sweat pants and athletic shoes.

Instructor: Minnesota Sword Play #F348 | Grades 2 - 12 | Tuesday, Sept. 20 - Nov. 1 6 sessions - $100 | 6 - 7 pm | No class Sept. 27 Schumann Elementary | Gym

Junior Olympic Volleyball

Orono Community Education provides a Junior Olympic (JO) Volleyball program for athletes in Grades 4 - 8. JO Volleyball is an extended season of volleyball competition that follows the traditional fall volleyball season of most middle schools and high schools.

Tryouts: late October to early November Season: December - mid March Practices: 2 days per week Tournaments: Typically 6 weekend tournaments For more information contact: Kim at kim.king@orono.k12.mn.us

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Sports & Fitness

YOUTH MYAS Rising Stars Advanced Basketball Tryout Prep

Tennis: Red Ball FUNdamentals

This program will give boys and girls basketball players the tools to be ready for winter basketball. Participants will learn to push themselves to the next level through drills that will improve their overall athletic ability and basketball fundamentals that include defensive stance as well as triple threat footwork.

Players will engage in skills challenges that will track their dribbling, passing and shooting progress. Players will also benefit from offensive and defensive team drills. This will help players apply new skills, compete in a team setting and equip each athlete with a better understanding of how to play the game. During each session, athletes will participate in a mixture of 1v1, half and full court 2v2, and 3v3 games building up to 5v5. Players will be divided into groups by skill level and/or age.

Instructor: MYAS Rising Stars #F450 | Grades 3 - 5 | Monday & Thursday, Sept. 8 - Oct. 3 8 sessions - $205 | 6 - 7:30 pm | Orono Activities Center #F460 | Grades 6 - 8 | Monday & Thursday., Sept. 8 - Oct. 3 8 sessions - $205 | 7:30 - 9 pm | Orono Activities Center

Spartanettes Dance Camp

Join the Spartanettes Dance Team for a spirited week of camp!

We’ll prepare for a special half time performance at the Friday, September 23rd Varsity football game at 7:00 pm. We will sit together at the game and the Spartanettes will escort the girls down to the field for a performance. Bring a snack to practice each day. More details about the performance will be sent out via email during the week of camp.

Instructor: Tara St. Martin & Orono High School Fall Dance Team #F360 | Grades 2 - 6 | Mon. Wed. & Thurs., Sept. 19, 21 & 22 Fri.., Sept. 23 | 6:30 - 8 pm 4 sessions - $75 | 3:45 - 5 pm | Schumann Elementary | Gym

Tennis Lessons: Private & Small Group

You must register on the waitlist and select your number of lessons. We will send your contact information to Bryan Turunen and he will contact you to set up days and times that work for your schedule before processing the fees. Available to all abilities age 4 through adult. Lessons are customizable to the individual or a group of up to 4 players. For groups, please register each player in the group.

Instructor: Bryan Turunen & Staff Individual - $85/hr.

Group of 2 - $90/hr.

Group of 3 - $105/hr.

Group of 4 - $120/hr.

Red ball tennis is named after the foam or felt balls that bounce lower and move slower, giving players more time to prepare.

Fun and tennis games are the emphasis while players are introduced to the basics of ready position, grip and strokes.

Instructor: Bryan Turunen & Staff #F360-1 | Ages 4 - 6 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 15 5 sessions - $140 | 10 - 10:45 am Orono High School | Tennis Courts #F360-2 | Ages 4 - 6 | Saturday, Oct. 29 - Dec. 17 7 sessions - $200 | No lessons Nov. 26 | 9:15 - 10 am Orono Activities Center

Tennis: Orange Ball Skill Development Players will continue to develop fundamental skills for each stroke while adding movement and court coverage.

Both singles and doubles games will involve point play emphasis, footwork, consistency and strategy.

Serving, scoring and an introduction to match play will be covered.

Instructor: Bryan Turunen & Staff

#F361-1 | Ages 7 - 9 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 15 5 sessions - $180 | 10:45 am - 12 pm Orono High School | Tennis Courts #F361-2 | Ages 7 - 9 | Saturday, Oct. 29 - Dec. 17 7 sessions - $255 | No lessons Nov. 26 | 10 - 11:15 am Orono Activities Center

Tennis: Green Ball Play

For players who are continuing to acquire skills and are ready to play on a full-length court. Players will be refining technique and fundamentals. Games will involve situational point play to develop strategies for both singles and doubles. Players will score, serve and compete.

Instructor: Bryan Turunen & Staff #F362-1 | Ages 10 - 12 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 15 5 sessions - $180 | 10:45 am - 12 pm Orono High School | Tennis Courts #F362-2 | Ages 10 - 12 | Saturday, Oct. 29 - Dec. 17 7 sessions - $255 | No lessons Nov. 26 | 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Orono Activities Center

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Wrestling

YOUTH

Orono Youth Wrestling Grades K - 6 Boys & Girls

This program is designed to help young wrestlers learn fundamental wrestling skills while having fun. All experience levels are welcome.

The Orono Wrestling Club gives young athletes the opportunity to learn the oldest sport in the world and build character on and off the mat: • • • •

Build self-confidence Develop advanced motor skills and coordination Learn about individual as well as team sport skills Understand how to “Win with Class” and “Lose with Dignity”

PreK - Grade 6 FREE Trial Practices

New to wrestling? Try three free practices to see what it’s all about! #F369-1 November 7 #F369-2 November 14 #F369-3 November 21 Grades PreK - 2 6 - 7 pm Grades 3 - 6 7 - 8 pm Orono High School | Wrestling Room

Grades PreK - 2

Contact Information Orono Wrestling Club Youth Program Director Rob Crawford robciii@outlook.com Registration Visit www.oronocommunityed.com or call 952-449-8350 Location Enter at the Orono Activities Center and follow signs to the Orono High School Wrestling Room

These young wrestlers will learn the basic elements of successful wrestling skills. Wrestling uniform included in fee. #F370 PreK - K Mondays 6 - 7 pm #F371 Grades 1 - 2 Thursdays 6 - 7 pm November 28 - March 9 $150 No Wrestling Dec. 26, 29, Jan. 16 & Feb. 20 Orono High School | Wrestling Room

Grades 3 - 6

Wrestlers get the opportunity to enhance their ability and skills to wrestle in competition. Wrestling uniform included in fee. #F372 $200 Mondays & Thursdays 7 - 8:30 pm November 28 - March 9 No Wrestling Dec. 26, 29, Jan. 16 & Feb. 20 Orono High School | Wrestling Room Extended season available for interested wrestlers.

Wrestling Competitions

• Compete in individual and/or team competitions against own age, size, and weight • Optional tournaments on Saturday or Sunday mornings • Experienced wrestlers also compete in dual meets

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Ice Skating

YOUTH Indoor Lessons at Morrison Ice Arena

Learn to Skate Program Director: Mary Tichy

USFSA gold medalist in figures and freestyle 24 years of skating experience 18 years of coaching experience

1025 N. Old Crystal Bay Rd Long Lake, MN 55356

Ages 4 - 18

Basic Skills Program Descriptions

Fall Lesson Schedule 7 lessons - $125 Saturdays October 29 - December 17

SNOWPLOW SAM recommended for ages 4 - 5 Students MUST be 4 years old to start a class

No lessons November 26

Snowplow Sam - Beginner: Learn to stand, fall and move across ice. Must be able to attempt standing on the ice.

Each lesson includes 30 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes of free practice time.

Snowplow Sam - Intermediate/Advanced: Learn striding, gliding and edging.

GROUP LESSONS

#F1700A/B Snowplow Sam - Beginner #F1701A/B Snowplow Sam - Inter./Adv. #F1702 Beginners Age 6+ #F1703 Basic 1, 2 & 3

#F1704 Basic 3, 4 & 5 #F1705 Basic 5, 6 & 7

BASIC 1 - 5 recommended for ages 6 and up Beginners: Students who need to learn the Snowplow Sam skills but are age 6 and older.

Basic 1: Stronger forward skating, gliding, snowplow stop

SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS

7 lessons - $140 Lessons have a maximum of 4 students per group. #F1706 Snowplow Level 7:45 - 8:15 am #F1707 Basic 1 - 5 7:45 - 8:15 am

Basic 2: Backward skating, one-foot glide, turn forward to backward, pumping on circle.

Basic 3: Two-foot turn, backward pumping on circle, forward two-foot sways.

Basic 4: Forward edges, crossovers, backward glide, three turns.

Basic 5: Backward edges, three turns, back crossovers, hockey stop.

Basic 6/7: Backward to forward turns, backward stroking, one-foot spin, T-stops.

9:15 - 9:45 am 8:45 - 9:15 am 8:45 - 9:15 am 8:15 - 8:45 am 8:15 - 8:45 am 8:15 - 8:45 am

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOUR SKATING LESSONS! • Helmets are REQUIRED for Snowplow Sam skaters and highly recommended for all other skaters.

• Wear either leather hockey or figure skates, but please no double-bladed skates.

• Parents are not allowed on the ice without skates.

• Additional lesson information will be sent out via email.

We are proud to provide the Learn to Skate USA curriculum for our classes. We teach fundamentals of ice skating while building confidence and skills through each lesson. The progressive curriculum ensures success from the first steps on the ice to the mastery of advanced skills.

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Music Lessons

FOR ALL

Private Music Lessons

Private 30-minute lessons available for all ages and ability levels. Our highly-qualified instructors create lessons to fit each student’s abilities and interests. Registration guarantees the same lesson time for the entire school year, and you will be billed monthly.

A Discovery School of Music Private Music Lesson Handbook and lesson schedule will be sent via email after registration.

Register for Private Music Lessons Instructor lesson openings are listed online at www.oronocommunityed.com so you can request a specific time. If a time is already taken, that section will be listed as full. You can read biographies on each instructor to find the one with a specialty and a schedule that is right for you. If you are unsure of which instructor to pick or cannot find a time online that works, please email CEinfo@orono.k12.mn.us and you will be contacted to discuss your needs. Depending on instructor availability, lessons can begin at anytime during the school year.

Kindergarten - Adult Annual Registration Fee: $15 Tuition Fee: $29 per 30-minute lesson (Billed monthly) The number of lessons will vary each month depending on the day of the week you have lessons. Lessons take place at the Discovery Center in Maple Plain. Room locations will be emailed to those registered. Please refer to the handbook for more information.

2022-23 Lesson Dates: September 12 - May 6 Lessons will follow the school district calendar and will not be held during school breaks/holidays.

Instructor Highlight Constantine (Daniel) Georgakopoulos is a 2016 graduate of the University of St. Thomas where he earned a double Bachelor’s degree in Instrumental Music Education and Music Performance for the clarinet. He is currently pursuing his Master’s in Music Education. Daniel has worked with students of all ages and abilities, from Kindergarten to graduate level, through numerous experiences as an on-call reserve music teacher and in private lessons.

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World Language

YOUTH

2022 - 2023

World Language Program Program Details For students in Kindergarten - 5th grade Language Sprout

Language Sprout is the largest provider of children’s language programs in Minnesota. Instructors are trained using the latest in language acquisition research and teaching methods. All instructors have the language proficiency of an educated native speaker. Teachers advance through four learning levels before receiving Master Level teaching certification. Class size ranges from 10 - 16 students. Children will be grouped by grade level and proficiency. Returning students will be given registration preference through August 31st. Class options are subject to change based on enrollment. Check out Language Sprout at www.languagesprout.com.

Fees

The program fees include workbooks and materials. Register online and you will be charged monthly. Your $50 yearly registration deposit is non-refundable. You will be billed for the program beginning October 1st. Scholarships are available.

Spanish and Mandarin, Grades K - 5 Classes meet for approximately 55 sessions Estimated full year cost: $832 ($104 monthly for 8 months) + $50 Deposit Fee

SPANISH

Register Now!

Kindergarten - Grade 5

This will be our 21st year of before school Spanish programming. The Spanish program now has enhancements including online classes, bonus materials, video libraries, school release day options, camps and much more. Children will be grouped by age, grade level and proficiency. #F9050 Registration Deposit Fee - $50 Tuesday & Thursday, Oct. 4 - May 18 No class on non-school days and the first week of Jan. 8:15 - 9 am

MANDARIN Kindergarten - Grade 5

Sections will be formed based on student experience, and the schedule may vary due to number of students enrolled. #F9055 Registration Deposit Fee - $50 Monday & Wednesday, Oct. 3 - May 24 No class on non-school days and the first week of Jan. 8:15 - 9 am

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School Age Child Care

2022-23 school year registration is now open!

Before and after school, non-school day and summer care for students Kindergarten - Grade 5.

Spartan Kids School Year Child Care

Before & After School Care offered Monday - Friday HOURS: 7 am until start of school day - after school until 5:45 pm We also provide full day care for currently contracted families on most non-school days, parent-teacher conference days and Spartan some school breaks.

Kids is Hiring!

Contact Katie Gram for more info!

About Our Program • • • •

Flexible enrollment options: before and/or after school, three to five days per week.

Conveniently located in the Orono Intermediate School.

Full-day programming on select non-school days and during the summer.

Trained, dedicated staff who support all children in their development and learning.

Site Coordinator - Katie Gram katie.gram@orono.k12.mn.us | 952-449-8363 For more information: www.orono.k12.mn.us, click Community Education > Child Care > Spartan Kids

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YOUTH

Preschool Enrichment

Our Littlest Fan’s Favorite Art Class

Preschool Ballet & Tap

From papiér-mâche bowls to glow-in-the-dark projects and messy clay masterpieces, these are the projects our littlest students love the most. It’s guaranteed to be an artsy good time! Come ready to get messy. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Instructor: Kidcreate Studio

#F339 | Ages 3 - 5 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $104 | 5 - 5:45 pm | Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

Parent & Child

#F326 | Ages 18 months - 6 | Monday, Oct. 3 - 24 4 sessions - $82 | 9:30 - 10:30 am Discovery Center | Room 201

Learn introductory movement activities and basic ballet and tap elements. Creative movement, tumbling, and dance games will also be incorporated. Ballet and tap shoes required.

Instructor: Dance Unlimited

1stDownTots

This flag football class uses a variety of fun drills and games to introduce players to basic concepts of football fundamentals including passing, running/rushing, receiving and defense (deflagging). Parent/guardian participation is recommended.

Instructor: Skyhawks

Tumbling Toddlers

A parent-child class with a focus on fun and play! We will practice climbing, jumping, swinging, balancing and rolling.

Instructor: Dance Unlimited

#F350 | Ages 2 - 3 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 8 4 sessions - $69 | 9 - 9:30 am | Orono Schools | Field 6

#F342-1 | Ages 18 months - 3 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 15 8 sessions - $88 | 5 - 5:30 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F351 | Ages 3 - 4 | Saturday, Sept. 17 - Oct. 8 4 sessions - $69 | 9:40 - 10:10 am | Orono Schools | Field 6

#F342-2 | Ages 18 months - 3 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Nov. 19 8 sessions - $88 | 9:45 - 10:15 am | No class Oct. 22 Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

SoccerTots

Preschool Gymnastics

These soccer-themed motor skill classes are perfect for your youngsters. Younger age groups focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence. Older age groups focus on developing core soccer skills and introduce light competition. We promote fun, fun, fun! Parent/guardian participation is recommended.

Instructor: Skyhawks

#F343-1 | Ages 3 - 5 | Tuesday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 15 8 sessions - $104 | 3:30 - 4:15 pm | Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

#F355 | Ages 2 - 3 | Saturday, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12 4 sessions - $69 | 9 - 9:30 am | No class Oct. 22 Orono Schools | Field 6

Preschoolers will learn the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun environment. Dress in a leotard or fitted clothing and bare feet.

Instructor: Dance Unlimited

#F343-2 | Ages 3 - 5 | Saturday, Sept. 24 - Nov. 19 8 sessions - $104 | 10:15 - 11 am | No class Oct. 22 Dance Unlimited - Wayzata

Dancing Tots - Parent & Child

#F356 | Ages 3 - 4 | Saturday, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12 4 sessions - $69 | 9:40 - 10:10 am | No class Oct. 22 Orono Schools | Field 6

A parent-child class for toddlers. Large motor skills are enhanced with an emphasis on fun through dance. Participants learn to feel musical rhythm and follow directions while dancing with their peers. Ballet and tap shoes required for students.

Instructor: Dance Unlimited #F338 | Ages 2 - 3 1/2 | Wednesday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 8 sessions - $88 | 4:30 - 5 pm | Dance Unlimited - Long Lake

More Options for Your Preschooler!

Swim Lessons | page 23 Gingerbread Decorating Party | page 29 Tennis Lessons | page 37 Wrestling | Page 38 Ice Skating Lessons | page 39

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Early Learning Our Mission

Children learn best through play, discovery and exploration. That is the basis of our philosophy and work at Orono Early Learning. Our staff are deeply immersed in ensuring that all children in our programs feel safe and confident and are engaged in developmentally-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional and academic growth. In recognizing that family is a child’s first teacher, we place high priority on family support and engagement.

Discovery Center 5050 Independence Street Maple Plain, MN 55359 952-746-5895 Register: www.oronocommunityed.com

Why Choose Orono Early Learning?

Orono School District’s Early Learning Program is in one of the nation’s finest school districts.

Licensed Early Childhood Teachers with years of experience.

ECFE classes that focus on early childhood development.

Creative Curriculum®: Highest-rated preschool curriculum.

Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC®).

4-Star Parent Aware rated program.

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Classroom Engagement Model Framework: Research-based teaching practices that lead to increased engagement.

Gold® Assessment: Minnesota Department of Education Kindergarten Entry Profile approved assessment.

Nature-Based Learning Experiences: “The Backyard” is our beautiful, natural learning and play space.

Scholarships are available for Preschool classes for ages 3+.

Early Learning

ECFE

Programs to support & strengthen families Baby & Me Non-separating Birth - 12 months Thurs., Oct. 6 - May 18 9 - 10:15 am Wonderful Ones Separating Tues., Oct. 4 - May 16 9 - 10:30 am Activity time, circle time and parent discussion and support.

Terrific Twos Separating Wed., Oct. 5 - May 17 9 - 10:30 am Marvelous Mixed Ages Separating Birth - 5 years old Tues., Oct. 4 - May 16 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Wed., Oct. 5 - May 17 10:45 am - 12:15 pm

Sliding Fee Scale MONTHLY TUITION ADD’L. CHILD

INCOME

Ones, Twos, Mixed | Baby & Me

Ones, Twos, Mixed | Baby & Me

$95,000+

$87.50

$74

$23

$20

$75,000 - $94,999

$74.50

$55

$20.50

$17.25

$60,000 - $74,999

$56

$42.50

$17.50

$16

$45,000 - $59,999

$40

$30

$11.50

$11.50

$25,000 - $44,999

$21.75

$17.25

$8

$7

$0 - $24,999

$0

$0

Preschool

Minnesota Department of Education School Readiness program Ages as of September 1, 2022 Practice Preschool Ages 2 ½ - 3 T/Th (Sept. 13 - May 25) 9:15 - 11:45 am $243/month Preschool Must be potty trained Ages 3 - 4 T/Th (Sept. 13 - May 25) 9:15 - 11:45 am $243/month Ages 3 - 4 M/W/F (Sept. 12 - May 24) 9:15 - 11:45 am $337/month

Preschool Must be potty trained Ages 3 - 5 M-Th (Sept. 12 - May 25) 9:15 am - 2:45 pm $947/month Ages 4 - 5 FULL - WAITLIST M/W/F (Sept. 12 - May 24) 9:15 - 11:45 am $337/month Ages 4 - 5 M-F (Sept. 12 - May 24) 9:15 - 11:45 am $590/month

Licensed Early Childhood Teachers develop a play-based environment for children to learn and grow! Preschool teachers partner directly with families through ongoing communication and conferences held twice a year.

Preschool teachers implement the Classroom Engagement Model (CEM) framework in their classrooms. The model promotes full participation of every child in the classroom.

Orono Early Learning is on year four of a five-year program-wide implementation plan.

Teachers are trained and coached on how to implement CEM in their classroom practices and to increase family engagement.

Ages 4 - 5 FULL - WAITLIST M-Th (Sept. 12 - May 25) 9:15 am - 2:45 pm $947/month

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Clubhouse Programs designed to extend your child’s day Multi-age programs filled with Creative Curriculum® studies and activities to enhance your child’s social, emotional and academic development. The Clubhouse programs are led by CDA-trained (Child Development Associate), experienced and highly-qualified teachers. Available Monday - Friday.

These programs begin the week of September 12, 2022 Morning Movers An early drop off option to help with your scheduling needs.

Ages 3 - 5 8:30 - 9:15 am $10/day

Morning Clubhouse Discovery time, story time, art and music, circle time, snack and outside play.

18 months 5 years 9:15 - 11:45 am Under 3: $30/day 3+: $25/day

Lunch Bunch Pack a lunch.

Milk and water provided. Must be potty trained.

Ages 3 - 5 11:45 am 12:45 pm $10/day

Afternoon Clubhouse Extend your Preschooler’s day!

Must be potty trained.

Ages 3 - 5 12:45 - 3:45 pm $30/day

After Adventures Late pick-up option to help with your scheduling needs.

Ages 3 - 5 2:45 - 3:45 pm $10/day

Discovery Kids Year-round, full-day licensed child care Discovery Kids provides a safe and caring place where children enjoy interest-based activities that support learning in the areas of personal and social development, language and literacy, mathematical thinking, scientific thinking, social studies and physical development.

Hours: 7 am - 5 pm Ages: 16 months - PreK Schedule: School year, most non-school days and summer Meals: Breakfast, hot lunch and snack provided * Select openings available *

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Early Childhood Screening A free check of how your child is growing, developing and learning Early Childhood Screening is required in Minnesota for entrance into a public school.

Ideally, children participate in screening between the ages of 3 ½ and 4. Earlier is better!

What happens during an Early Childhood Screening appointment?

A trained professional will check: vision & hearing; large & small muscles; height & weight; health & immunization; social & emotional development; thinking, language & communication skills.

Appointments last approximately 1 hour.

Contact us to set up your child’s screening appointment.

Call 952-746-5815 or email ecscreening@orono.k12.mn.us

Orono Early Learning Parent Group Share your ideas and connect with other parents The Orono Early Learning Parent Group is seeking members!

This group helps plan fundraisers and assists in outreach efforts for the Early Learning program.

If you are interested in joining, please contact Kaela Gallup at kaela.gallup@orono.k12.mn.us.

VEHICLE FAIR &

All are invited to ng ’s Orono Early Learni Open House!

Held rain or shine.

OPEN HOUSE Thursday, September 8

Special Guests

Discovery Center in Maple Plain

Maple Plain Fire Department West Hennepin Public Safety Lakes Ice Cream Truck

4:30 - 6 pm

Meet the teachers • Tour the Preschoool rooms

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The Discovery Center is bringing people together with new opportunities. Youth and adults can enjoy a wide variety of enrichment programs. The Discovery Center and its programs are coordinated

by Orono Community Education, a department of the Orono Schools.

www.orono.k12.mn.us Click on Community Education

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Orono Schools Early Learning Program

These programs and services support young children and their families through the critical developmental years of birth to age five. The wide range of integrated early learning programs and services set the foundation for future school and life success and is coordinated with the Orono Schools’ K-12 curriculum and goals. For more information on these services, look online at www.oronoearlylearning.com, call 952-746-5895 or see pages 44 - 47 of this brochure.

Programs include: • ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) parent-child classes starting at birth • Practice Preschool, Preschool & The Clubhouse offering 1, 2, 3, and 4-day per week options • Discovery Kids Child Care offering full and part-time year-round child care for ages six weeks through the start of Kindergarten • Early Childhood Developmental Screening starting at 3 years of age. Screening is required before entering a Minnesota public school Kindergarten program • The Discovery Backyard is a natural play space for children to explore and learn through connections with nature featuring mud, sand, sicks, stones and gardens!

• Early Learning Parent Group join and help guide the variety of Early Learning programs

Community Programs & Opportunities at the Discovery Center

The Discovery Center is the Orono Schools’ multi-use community center providing lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. The Discovery Center is an important resource for the communities of the Orono Schools. Contact Orono Community Education at 952-449-8350 or online at www.orono.k12.mn.us and click on Community Education to learn more about our programs.

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Discovery School of Music - Lessons in piano, voice and band instruments Art Studio - Offering adult and youth art classes and open studios English as a Second Language - For adults wanting to improve their English skills Adult and Youth Enrichment Classes - Many topics and subjects available. See listing in this brochure or online at www.oronocommunityed.com.

Community Meeting Space - Available for rental

The Discovery Center and its programs are coordinated by Orono Community Education, a program of the Orono Schools.

Registration Info HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE www.oronocommunityed.com

• Search for a specific class/subject or browse all programs • New customers will need to create an account

PHONE 952-449-8350

Please have your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AMEX number and your course information ready.

IN PERSON

Visit our office in the Orono Education Link 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road, Long Lake Pull into the circle drive for Schumann Elementary and enter door E24.

MAIL

Fill out a registration form on page 50. Once complete, mail form and payment to: Orono Community Education 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356

Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Class Confirmation

To receive enrollment confirmations, please include your email address! Otherwise, no news is good news. We will contact you: • If there is a change in class details • If the class is cancelled

Class Cancellation

If you need to drop a class, please notify us at 952-449-8350 as soon as you know. Up to 3 days prior to the class, a refund minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued. After that time, no refunds will be issued. Partial refunds will be considered if injury or serious illness occurs. Some programs have a more specific refund policy. If Community Education needs to cancel a class, we will contact you and process a full refund.

School Closings

If school closes during the day due to weather, Community Education will cancel all after school and evening activities. Watch your email for adjustments to planned activities.

Fee Assistance

Please call 952-449-8350 for an application or more information.

Senior Discount

A senior discount of 10% off is available for adults 62+. The discount will be automatically applied to your cart during online registration.

To ensure you receive the discount, be sure to add your date of birth to your account in our registration system.

Email Notice We often use email to send additional information about your class/program and also to promote new and upcoming offerings. Please keep your email up-to-date. Go into your Eleyo account at www.oronocommunityed.com and change your email or call us at 952-449-8350 and we will be happy to change it for you.

NEW! UCare Discount

A $15 UCare member discount is available for most Community Education classes. Members must provide their UCare member ID number when enrolling for a class. Please call our office directly to register with this discount.

Participants in our programs may be photographed, filmed, or interviewed and the pictures, videos, quotations may be used by Community Education and/or local news media. If you do not wish to be photographed, filmed, or interviewed, please contact our office at 952-449-8350 so that we may honor your choice.

Ayuda en Español

Por favor, envie por correo electrónico su pregunta y número de teléfono a: CEinfo@ orono.k12.mn.us y alguien de nuestra oficina que habla español le devolverá la llamada o enviará un correo electrónico para responder a las preguntas sobre los programas en este folleto o ayudarle a registrarse.

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Registration Forms ORONO COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM Participant Name______________________________ E-mail ___________________________________ Address___________________________________________ City____________________ Zip__________ Home Phone_____________________________ Work Phone________________________________ Fill out the following if the participant is infant through high school age.

Grade_________ D.O.B. ____________ Parent/Guardian Name ___________________ Work # ________________ Cell # ________________ Parent/Guardian Name ___________________ Work # ________________ Cell # ________________ Emergency Contact Name & Phone (if you can’t be reached) __________________________________ COURSE # _________ _________ _________

COURSE TITLE FEE ____________________________________ ______ ____________________________________ ______ ____________________________________ ______

Payment Option: Check

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Credit Card Account # ______-______-______-______ Expiration Date: ___________ Security Code _______

Cardholder Name ___________________________

Make Checks Payable & Mail To: ORONO COMMUNITY EDUCATION

705 N. Old Crystal Bay Rd., Long Lake, MN 55356

ORONO COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM Participant Name______________________________ E-mail ___________________________________ Address___________________________________________ City____________________ Zip__________ Home Phone_____________________________ Work Phone________________________________ Fill out the following if the participant is infant through high school age.

Grade_________ D.O.B. ____________ Parent/Guardian Name ___________________ Work # ________________ Cell # ________________ Parent/Guardian Name ___________________ Work # ________________ Cell # ________________ Emergency Contact Name & Phone (if you can’t be reached) __________________________________ COURSE # _________ _________ _________

COURSE TITLE FEE ____________________________________ ______ ____________________________________ ______ ____________________________________ ______

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Make Checks Payable & Mail To: ORONO COMMUNITY EDUCATION

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Locations Orono Schools Class Locations Discovery Center 5050 Independence Street Maple Plain, MN 55359 Morrison (Orono) Ice Arena 1025 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Orono Activities Center 795 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Orono High School 795 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Orono Education Link 705 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Orono Intermediate School 685 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Orono Middle School 800 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Schumann Elementary 765 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356 Spartan Kids 685 N. Old Crystal Bay Road Long Lake, MN 55356

Additional Class Locations Westonka Activity Center 5903 Sunnyfield Rd E. Minnetrista, MN 55364 Wayzata Central Middle School 305 Vicksburg Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dance Unlimited - Long Lake 2365 Wayzata Blvd. W. Long Lake, MN 55356

Please note the location of your class. Some classes are hosted by neighboring school districts and local businesses.

COVID-19 Health & Safety Health and safety remains a top priority. All Orono Community Education classes and programs will closely follow the current Orono Schools COVID-19 guidance. We will continue to monitor and adjust our programs based on guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Department of Education.

For the latest Orono Schools COVID-19 guidance, go to www.orono.k12.mn.us > Community Education > COVID-19 Health & Safety

Dance Unlimited - Wayzata 1250 E. Wayzata Blvd.

Wayzata, MN 55390 Other class location addresses listed directly with the class descriptions.

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Local Programs The below graphics are paid advertisements. Please contact Olivia at olivia.gephart@orono.k12.mn.us with advertising inquires.

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Register NOW for the 2022-2023 Season!

Classes start September 12th * Small Class Sizes * Variety of Class Days & Times * Recreational Classes * * Competition Teams * Friendly & FUN Teaching staff * Appropriate & Affordable Costumes*

* Ballet * Tap * Jazz * Lyrical * Pointe * Hip Hop * Tumbling * Yoga * Barre *

Visit us at an Open House event Long Lake Studio Mon. August 22 4:30-6:00 pm 2365 Wayzata Blvd W. Long Lake, MN 55356

Wayzata Studio

Wed. August 24 5:00-6:30 pm 1250 E. Wayzata Blvd Wayzata, MN 55391

Tour our studios, meet staff, register for classes and order dance shoes.

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INDEPENDENCE - LONG LAKE - MAPLE PLAIN - MEDINA - MINNETONKA BEACH - ORONO

Art Park in the

FREE

art event for the community!

Thursday, September 22

5 - 7 pm • Veterans Memorial Park in Maple Plain Music & dance performances • Hands-on fall art projects • Food from McGarry’s Pub & Smokin’ Bonez food truck

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