Spring/Summer 2020 Catalog by Wayzata Public Schools

SPRING/SUMMER 2020

Adult Classes Youth Classes

See why everybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talking about Community Ed!

WELCOME TO COMMUNITY ED!

Warmer days are around the corner! We hope you will join us in exploring new classes and camps for both adults and youth.

FROM OUR DIRECTOR

We are excited to announce a new partnership with the City of Wayzata’s Parks and Trails Board. Through this partnership, we are able to greatly expand outdoor class options. Whether you are looking for classes that promote fitness and wellness or classes focused on enrichment, skill mastery and social engagement, we have over 50 new options to explore while also enjoying Minnesota’s lovely summertime weather! Some highlights include: • Energizing Morning Flow Yoga at Wayzata Beach, page 10, free • Goat Yoga at Klapprich Park, page 10 • Walk and Talk Wayzata History, page 15, free

JUNE 13 Family Fun Day (All Ages)

Get in gear for summer at our family fun day! Bike Rodeo, Yard Games, Kid’s DJ, Sweet Treats and More! Saturday, June 13 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park

FREE

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• Photography 101 at Wayzata Beach, page 19 • Meditating with Nature at Shaver Park, page 22, free You won’t want to miss a free all ages Magic Show on the Wayzata Great Lawn and a wide range of youth sports and fitness options like archery, yoga, pickleball, soccer and tennis! See pages 41–44 to learn more. Another highlight is our expansive youth summer camps and classes. We have over 200 opportunities for youth ages 4 to 18 that grow imagination, promote creativity, and build lifelong STEM skills. You can see it all laid out, week by week, on pages 25–30 in our Summer Activity Planner.

CLASSES 4 Adult

Explore over 300 classes and camps.

24 Youth 25 Youth Summer Activity Planner

NEWS 63 Community Ed Offices Move this Summer 64 New partnership with City of Wayzata Parks and Trails Board 66 Wayzata Early Learning School Fall 2020 Registration Opens

REGISTRATION

Warmly,

68 Registration

Jenni Ebert Director of Community Ed jennifer.ebert@wayzataschools.org

70 Map

Fresh Botanical Spring Soaps and Sugar Scrubs NEW

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INDEX 5 Create 8 Dance 9 Fitness 12 Food & Drink 14 Home Care 15 Language, History, Culture 16 Money Matters 18 Special Interest

All Occasion Cards

Create 25 hand-stamped cards (five cards of five designs). All new card designs in a variety of themes. Never be without a card for that special occasion. Class includes pre-cut materials, envelopes, use of instructor’s stamps, inks and tools. Students should bring their adhesive of choice to class (tombow, double stick tape, etc). Instructor will have adhesive to purchase as well. (Elizabeth Hawley)

Thursday, May 14 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $35

20 Technology 22 Wellness

Drawing in the Park for Beginners NEW

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Would you like to learn how to draw? Join us for this new therapeutic adventure in art, as we explore drawing outdoors! Using a variety of drawing materials supplied by the instructor, you will learn new techniques to draw realistic-looking objects. Students will also have the opportunity to sketch the beautiful landscape at Wayzata Beach. All abilities welcome! (Kris

Make beautiful moisturizing sulfate-free, three-butter base (mango, shea and cocoa butter) soaps and sugar scrubs to gently cleanse and exfoliate skin for spring! Blend luscious phthalate-free botanical, fruit and floral fragrances to delight your spirit and add luxury to everyday! DIY soaps and sugar scrubs make beautiful handmade gifts for those you love. Take home soaps, sugar scrubs and DIY recipes to make more at home. (Raulla S. Mitchell) Thursday, April 30 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29 AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$20 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Holtmeyer—Artistic Moments)

REMINDERS • Check out new classes highlighted in light green boxes that are part of a partnership with the City of Wayzata.

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• Get free help with reading, writing, math, English language skills, preparing for the GED and more. Call Adult Basic Education at 763-745-5200. FREE

here are many free T options! Look for the green arrow.

Beautiful Glass Mosaic Garden Stepping Stone

Using precut glass, design and create gorgeous stepping stones for your garden. Patterns are available or bring an outline of a child’s hand to make a unique keepsake. This is a fun class to take with a child and make a great gift. Round and square 8” molds are available. Supply fee covers cost of one stepping stone. There will be time to make multiples. (Lindsey Guetter)

Saturday, May 30 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $35 AGES 10+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$12 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Tuesday, July 14 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Beach and Marina $29

New City of Wayzata Partnership See new options for classes and activities held in partnership with the City of Wayzata in their beautiful parks! Look for the courses highlighted by a light green box. You’ll find active programs for youth and adults that promote fitness and wellness, as well as some that focus on enrichment, skill mastery and social engagement. Learn more about the partnership on page 64.

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CREATE

Fused Glass Decorative Dishes

Unique Glass Mosaic Mug Planter or Garden Stake

Create up to two small décor dishes —one round and one square preferably (approx. 3.5" or smaller). Use your dishes to hold jewelry, dish scrubbers, dipping sauces or as a spoon rest. Choose from a variety of glass colors. Instructors will be available to demonstrate technique, explain the process and help with your design! The glass used is food safe. Due to the fusing cycle, you will have to return to the studio to pick up your piece. This class is for beginners and repeat fused glass participants. (Tracee Eidenschink, Anita Lang, Lynne Courtney, Nancy Bossert)

Monday, April 20 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $21 AGES 14+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$15 (cash/check only, due at first class)

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Mosaic Bird Bath

This bird bath is made with an 8” terracotta drip tray. It is decorated with pieces of stained glass then grouted at the next class. It is beautiful when completed! It can be placed on the ground, on a wrought iron stand or other fun possibilities. We will discuss how to add a water pump for those interested in continuing their project at Open Studio. (Cindy Bergstrom)

Monday/Thursday, May 18–May 21 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $59 (2 classes) AGES 14+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$20 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Palette Up! Acrylic Pouring 2.0 NEW

Come see the latest craze and experience the magical world of fluid acrylics and pouring medium. Experience new tools and techniques! No experience required to learn how to create the same beautiful abstract canvases you see on Pinterest. Instead of paint brushes, we use a variety of tools including sink strainers, plastic bottles, and pull chains. You will create two paintings on 8" x 8" canvases and a box will be provided to transport them home. (Art Innovators)

Monday, April 20 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $49

Pottery Wheel Throwing— Beyond Beginner

Are you ready for the next step in your clay experience? Build upon the basics of creating clay pieces with this intermediate-level class. You will experience making more advanced shapes and forms including faceted bowls, altered forms and lidded jars. This class is intended for those who have already taken a beginner class or have previous pottery experience and are looking to further their skills! (Diane Schwieters)

Create a unique mini planter or pen cup using a coffee mug, or a colorful garden stake with cut glass. The glass is precut and stencils are available. The first night we will design and glue the glass to the project. The second night we will grout the finished project and learn about mosaics. Supply fee is for each mug or stake. There will be time to make multiple projects. (Lindsey Guetter) Tuesdays, April 7–April 14 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 (2 classes) AGES 14+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

Thursdays, April 16–April 23 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $79 (2 classes) AGES 14+ (may sign up with registered adult)

$10 (cash/check only, due at first class)

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Stepping Stones

A beautiful addition to your garden or home! Create your own 8" round stained glass stepping stone. Learn easy glass cutting techniques and freestyle assembly. Great class for beginners! Instructions will be given for larger stones. (Cindy Bergstrom) Monday, April 6 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $29 AGES 8+

(may sign up with registered adult)

SUPPLY FEE

$14 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Thank you to Orono Community Education for partnering! This allows us to expand art offerings for our community.

Pottery Wheel Throwing— Beginners Fused Glass Garden Decor

Add some flare to your garden with colorful fused glass. Create garden stakes, suncatchers or colorful totems. Due to the firing process, you will have to return to the studio one to two weeks after the class to pick up your project. This class is for beginners and repeat fused glass participants. (Tracee Eidenschink, Anita Lang, Lynne Courtney)

Monday, May 11 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $21 SUPPLY FEE $15 (cash/check only, due at first class)

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Folded Book Art

Enjoy an evening of fun to learn the art of book folding. You will learn how to select and read patterns, how to choose the right book, and the techniques for basic book folding. Leave class with a unique piece of art and a new skill. Bring a mechanical pencil and a 30 centimeter (12 inch) ruler with millimeter markings. Books and patterns provided at no additional charge. (Elizabeth Hawley) Wednesday, April 22 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $35

Learn how to throw bowls, cups and plates as you master the basics of wheel throwing. The class focuses on the fundamentals of the pottery wheel, glazing and firing. For the final session of class, participants must attend Clay Open Studio on a Saturday morning or a Wednesday evening to glaze and finish their pieces. You can pick whichever Open Studio visit best fits your schedule. (Diane

Schwieters)

Thursdays, March 5–April 2 (No class March 26) 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Orono Discovery Center $159 (4 classes) AGES 14+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Free Adult Basic Education (ABE) Classes We offer GED test prep, English language instruction and more! • You must be a resident of Minnesota • You must be at least 17-years-old • Preschool and childcare may be available • All classes are free Call 763-745-5200 to learn more.

wayzataschools.org/communityed/ adult/adult-basic-education

A Community Ed Partnership Opportunity

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Wow your guests with your first dance. Get your feet moving to the Waltz, East Coast Swing, Rumba, and Hustle. Bring the whole family so you will all be comfortable on the dance floor. Father-daughter, mother-son, or the couple getting married, all first dances are a special moment in time. Jay specializes in choreographing wedding dances. Reviewing dance steps taught each week is what makes the students successful on the dance floor. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in. (Jay Dudding)

Swing and Ballroom Dance: Let’s Begin

In this exciting class, you will learn the East Coast Swing, Hustle and Waltz, as well as the Under Arm Turn, Cuddle Walk and Twinkle dance steps! Singles welcome. (Jay Dudding)

Tuesdays, April 14–April 28 6:30 p.m.–7:45 p.m. Minnetonka Community Ed Center $29 (3 classes) $59 per couple (3 classes)

Tuesdays, May 5–May 19 7:45 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Minnetonka Community Ed Center $59 per couple (3 classes)

Latin Dance–Let’s Begin

This Latin class is fun and will get you out onto the dance floor! Learn the Rumba, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Tango and Samba dance steps! Jay is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and is recruited by cruise lines around the world because of his dance knowledge. Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in. (Jay Dudding) Tuesdays, April 14–April 28 7:45 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Minnetonka Community Ed Center $29 (3 classes) $59 per couple (3 classes)

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Wedding Dance Workshop— It’s Not Too Late to Look Great! You thought about it! You wanted to! But where did the time go? Not to worry. In this two hour workshop, learn fun moves and simple tips to have you feeling comfortable and looking great on that special day! With the expert guidance of three-time Ballroom Dance Champion Monica Mohn, you’ll be dancing before you know it! Couples only please. Feel free to bring your special song!

Barre Fusion

A full body workout using movement inspired by yoga, ballet, drumming, and traditional exercises. Increase strength and burn calories. Beginners welcome. All equipment provided. This class takes place in a quaint yoga studio in historic downtown Hamel. (ZoYoga & Fitness)

Tuesdays, April 14–May 19 8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. ZoYoga & Fitness–Medina $72 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Tuesdays, July 14–August 18 8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. ZoYoga & Fitness–Medina $72 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Prerequisite: you must have taken Swing and Ballroom Dance—Let’s Begin. Perfect and review your East Coast Swing, Hustle, and Waltz dance steps. They are key elements in helping students relax, learn and experience success. You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting. Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in. (Jay Dudding) Tuesdays, May 5–May 19 6:30 p.m.–7:45 p.m. Minnetonka Community Ed Center $29 (3 classes) $59 per couple (3 classes)

Saturday, May 2 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 per couple

Want to teach a Community Ed class next fall? Submit a proposal by May 15. Details at wayzataschools.org/ communityed/about/teach-a-class

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Gentle Yoga

A breath-based class that incorporates a soft, nurturing, slow-paced and relaxing practice. We will incorporate gentle flows as well as passive and supportive poses that are perfect for the beginning yogi, people who are working through injury, have limited mobility or simply want a gentler class. For all levels and can be very beneficial to reduce stress and bring balance into your life. (Charlotte Bayala) Wednesdays, April 8–May 27 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata East Middle School $79 (8 classes)

Mindful Flow Yoga

A vinyasa-style flow that incorporates elements of mindfulness, meditation and breathwork, providing you with a practice that leaves you rejuvenated. The instructor is a mental health therapist and appreciates the mind, body and soul connection. Ashley believes that yoga is for every body and teaches a mindful flow that is accessible yet challenging. We will use breath to find strength and to connect with our inner selves. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. (Ashley Nissen) Tuesdays, April 7–May 26 No class May 12 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata East Middle School $69 (7 classes) HOT

(Monica Mohn)

Swing and Ballroom Dance: Let’s Continue

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A gentle, breath-focused practice of rhythmic yoga sequences and a guided systematic relaxation technique that is done while lying down (Yoga Nidra). Reduce tension, promote restful sleep, and increase awareness. Beginners welcome. This class takes place in a quaint yoga studio in historic downtown Hamel. (Carrie Kehnle) Wednesdays, April 1–May 6 7:00 p.m.–8:15 p.m. ZoYoga & Fitness - Medina $72 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Wednesdays, June 3–July 8 7:00 p.m.–8:15 p.m. ZoYoga & Fitness - Medina $72 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Pilates Plus

Join our fun, enthusiastic group! We work to enhance balance, flexibility and core strength. Fascial movement incorporated with Pilates exercises. Standing functional training and more will be included in class. Large balls, medium balls, small 2 lb. weighted balls, bands and other types of equipment used in classes. Check out what you have been missing. Joan is STOTT Pilates Certified. Bring a mat, towel and water with you to class. (Joan Mielke Nimerfroh) Wednesdays, April 8–May 27 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $89 (8 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Wednesdays, June 10–July 22 No class July 1 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Wayzata High School $69 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

ZUMBA!

Join the party! This Latin-inspired dance fitness class incorporates international music and Latin dance movements for a dynamic workout. We will combine fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body and achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle benefits for amazing results. Dancers and non-dancers can master this class and have a great time. (Claudia Pereira) Mondays, April 6–May 18 No class May 11 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata East Middle School $59 (6 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

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DANCE First Wedding Dance

Yoga and Relaxation

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We have new options for classes and activities held in partnership with the City of Wayzata in their beautiful parks and beaches! Look for the courses highlighted by a light green box including all the classes on the next two pages. Learn more about the partnership on page 64. NEW

Beginner Tennis

This class is for Beginners or those just getting Back Into Tennis. Learn the basics of forehand, backhand, serve and volley, and begin match play. Learn techniques of game strategy with others of the same ability. Each lesson provides step-by-step instruction focusing on the development and maintenance of form and technique. Our goal is to get you playing! (Carlson Tennis) Wednesdays, June 3–June 24 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) Wednesdays, July 15–August 5 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) NEW

Intermediate Tennis

This class is for past players and those currently playing. We will work on technique of the forehand, backhand, volleys, overheads, and serves and put them into strategy scenarios in both singles and doubles. Our goal is to help you learn new tactics and reinforce them with drills so that you can use them in matches. (Carlson Tennis)

Wednesdays, June 3–June 24 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) Wednesdays, July 15–August 5 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes)

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Bocce Ball

Bocce, also known as Italian lawn bowling, is one of the most widely played games in the world and is one of the oldest lawn or yard games. Bring your friends to Bell Courts in Wayzata to find out why this game is so popular. Learn the rules of the game, how to score and have lots of fun! Yard games will also be available to expand the fun! (Shelby McChesney) Tuesday, June 16 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $15 individual / $25 pair Thursday, June 25 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $15 individual / $25 pair Thursday, July 9 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $15 individual / $25 pair

Bocce Ball Social Series

Grab a few friends and join us for some friendly bocce ball competition! Have fun playing this low impact activity at Bell Courts Park in the bocce ball courts. Play as many games as you can fit into your hour-and-half time slot each week. Equipment provided. Tuesdays, June 23–August 11 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts $25 per lane (2–4 people) Thursday, July 9 Wednesdays, June 24–August 12 6:00 p.m.– 7:30 p.m. OR 7:30 pm.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts $25 per lane (2-4 people)

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Energizing Morning Flow Yoga FREE

Join us at beautiful Wayzata Beach for an energizing morning yoga session. Class will include a steady build of heat and concludes with a guided relaxation. Instructor Ashley Nissen is a mental health therapist with an appreciation for the mind, body, and soul connection. Ashley believes that yoga is for every body and teaches a mindful flow that is accessible yet challenging, emphasizing the use of breath to find power and strength and to connect with our inner selves. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat, towel to put under your mat, and wear comfortable clothing.

Intro to Pickleball

Come join in on the fastest growing sport in America! Expect to learn the game and have tons of fun doing so. Instructor Tim Laurent takes a very hands-on approach to instruct this fantastic sport. Equipment is provided. In addition to this introductory class, video links will be provided to learn the basics of the game all the way to the more advanced skills. (Tim Laurent) Tuesday, June 16 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $25 Thursday, June 18 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $25

(Ashley Nissen)

Tuesday, June 30 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $25

Friday, July 10 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Wayzata Beach and Marina FREE — Registration required

Thursday, July 9 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $25

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Goat Yoga

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Family Pickleball Clinic

Have Ya Herd about goat yoga? What is goat yoga? Are you crazy? Goats doing yoga? Yoga with goats? Yoga uses breath and movement to improve body awareness, flexibility, strength, and relaxation. This class is appropriate for most healthy beginners and is a great place to learn basic elements if you are new to yoga. Yoga mats are provided. (Have Ya Herd Goat Yoga)

Pickleball is a healthy activity the whole family can enjoy. Join us to learn together, have some fun, and leave with the knowledge and skills to continue playing the game with family and friends. In addition to this class, video links will be provided to learn the basics of the game all the way to the more advanced skills. Equipment provided. (Tim Laurent)

Saturday, July 25 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $49

Tuesday, June 16 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $19 Individual / $30 pair

AGES 13+ (may sign up with registered adult)

AGES 8+

Saturday, July 25 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $49

Thursday, June 18 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $19 Individual / $30 pair

AGES 13+ (may sign up with registered adult)

AGES 8+

(may sign up with registered adult)

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Pickleball–Beginner

Whether you’re just starting to learn Pickleball or want to go to the next level, this class is for you. Expect to learn the game and have tons of fun doing so. Instructor Tim Laurent takes a very hands-on approach to instruct this fantastic sport. In addition to this class, video links will be provided to learn the basics of the game all the way to the more advanced skills. Equipment provided. (Tim Laurent) Tuesdays, July 7–August 11 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (6 classes)

Mat Pilates In The Park

Enjoy our beautiful Minnesota summer in the park while learning and practicing mat Pilates. Bring your own mat or really experience nature and use just the earth and grass underneath you. In this class, you will learn some of the basic Pilates Principles such as breathing, concentration, and axial elongation, among others. You will grasp a better understanding of core strength and core control (different things!). Additionally, you will learn exercises that can aid in increasing mobility and flexibility in those of us that are tight, while improving stability in those of us that are hypermobile. It’s a great class for everyone! (Pilates MN) Tuesdays, June 16–July 21 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $96 (6 classes)

Pickleball–Intermediate to Advanced NEW

Improve your game, challenge yourself, and have fun! This class is for those who are familiar with the game and are ready to advance their skills. In addition to this class, video links will be provided to learn the basics of the game all the way to the more advanced skills. Equipment provided.

(Tim Laurent)

Tuesdays, July 7–August 11 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (6 classes)

The purple arrow indicates the class is open to some youth, when they sign up and attend with a registered adult.

Tai Chi at the Depot: ABCs of Tai Chi and Yang Short Form (Combined) NEW

Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of the mind and body. The techniques are easy to learn and have many health benefits. Yang style Tai Chi Chuan is the most popular style of Tai Chi and is known for its graceful movements and moderate frame. We will learn the Cheng Man Ching’s 37-Move Form. (Jay Soderberg) Wednesdays, June 10–August 12 No class June 24 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Depot $99 (9 classes) AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult

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Outdoor Learning Opportunities! Outdoor Learning Opportunities

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Great Main Dishes— NO Meat!

Breakfast and Brunch

We’ll begin with the basic cheese soufflé, easy eggs Benedict casserole, cheese strata, Italian frittata, a puffed baked pancake, quiche Lorraine and Greek spanakopita. Accompaniments include: biscottilike anise toast, bran-corn bread, scones, quick “dropped biscuit” scone muffins and a pineapple boat filled with assorted fresh fruits. We will have strawberry fruit smoothies to drink and recipes for fresh tangerine or orange mimosas. Lovely in appearance, but even better to taste! (Laurel Severson)

Tired of beef? Looking for healthy and yummy alternatives? Join us and learn to create great tasting meatless dishes your family will love. Create risotto with porcini mushrooms, tofu stroganoff, a hearty garbanzo bean and lentil soup, black-eyed peas with cabbage and cheese, chili with kidney beans and bulgur, quinoa salad with bell peppers and olives and the famous Nepali Dahl using lentils.

(Laurel Severson)

Tuesday, May 12 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $14 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Instant Pot 101

Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant Pot! Learn the foundations of cooking and care, and how to make amazing satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot! Barbecue pulled chicken, creamy-cheesy Tuscan chicken with pasta, and creamy chicken and wild rice soup will be made. In addition, discover how this appliance will change the way you cook eggs forever, and learn how to make luscious lava cake! This is a demonstration-style class where all recipes will be demonstrated. Sample everything in class or take some home! Instructor’s original recipes will be provided in a handout. Come join the fun! (Tess Georgakopoulos)

Tuesday, April 7 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $15 (cash/check only, due at first class) Tuesday, May 19 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $15 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Saturday, April 25 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $11 (cash/check only, due at first class)

COMMUNITY ED CLASSES

Designed and adapted for adults of all abilities. Learn skills. Make friends. Be active. Participate in your community. A Community Ed Partnership Opportunity

Learn more and register at ProjectSoarmn.org

Instant Pot Yogurt and Yogurt Yummies NEW

Discover the simple wonders of making yogurt in the Instant Pot (electric multi-cooker)! We will then explore some amazing food items that can be made with this delicious yogurt! Food items include: crusty Italian-style bread, two savory dips, two sweet dips, yogurt parfait with homemade strawberry sauce, and a variety of muffins! The process of making yogurt will be demonstrated, as will the bread, dips and parfait. We will then break up into groups to make a variety of muffins using yogurt as one of the main ingredients. Instructor’s original recipes for each item will be provided in a handout. Come join in the fun! You will never want to purchase yogurt again! (Tess Georgakopoulos)

Serve freshly baked breads in less than one hour. Muffins (and their larger sized quick breads) may be sweet or savory. Adjust the baking time (less than 30 minutes) for muffins to less than one hour for quick breads and a single recipe yields both! We’ll taste in class and take home, plus learn tips, techniques to ensure success every time. (Laurel Severson) Wednesday, March 25 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $11 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Thursday, May 7 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $15 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Jams, Jellies, Marmalades, and Butters HOT

NOW is the time to prepare for the bounteous fruits of summer. Be ready to ‘jam’ when the berries, peaches, rhubarb, herbs and more are at their peak of taste and availability. Learn the difference between the various preserves and have the opportunity to taste several different kinds. You will prepare a batch of jam/jelly from start to finish, learn basic ‘hot water bath’ techniques that are applicable to other canning projects and take home one to two jars to enjoy. Tasting of and handout for multiple recipes included. (Carol Schaub) Tuesday, March 24 6:30 p.m.–8:15 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29 AGES 12+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

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Magnificent Muffins and Popovers

$8 (cash/check only, due at first class)

HOT

Monday, May 18 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 NEW

Scrutable Chinese Cooking—An Overview of Chinese Cuisine NEW

Chinese cooking has a rich and varied history with many different styles. Ms. Lily Levin, the author of “Lily’s Way: Scrutable Chinese Cooking” (the Best Cookbooks of the Month picked by Amazon) will introduce her easy and refreshing approach to cooking Chinese meals using everyday food ingredients. This is not a ‘cooking’ class, but an opportunity to hear about Lily’s approach to Chinese cooking through her fun and witty theories and stories, and also get to know facts about Chinese cooking and regional cuisines. (Jane Niu, Lily Levin) Saturday, April 11 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39

The Art of Sushi

Come explore the world of sushi as you create this Japanese delicacy yourself. We’ll begin by preparing the coveted sushi rice then you’ll learn the art of “nigirisushi” (hand molded rice) topped with shrimp, unagi and ahi tuna. You’ll then learn how to prepare “maki-sushi” using a bamboo mat to roll rice with various fillings in and around Nori (seaweed sheets). Options and accompaniments will include surimi, cucumber, avocado, cream cheese, teriyaki chicken, tempura onions, spicy mayo, eel sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger and soy sauce. (Jeff Sandino)

Indian Cooking

A typical Indian meal combines salty, sweet, creamy, spicy, hot and pungent flavors. The basic menu is usually comprised of starch, a meat or fish main dish, vegetables, and chutney. Indian flatbread or basmati rice complement the other dishes to highlight a balanced spectrum of flavors. This class will explore the many facets of Indian cuisine, and give you confidence to prepare these dishes on your own. (Vani Asthana)

Week 1: Palak Panneer Wednesday, March 18 Week 2: Dal Makhani Wednesday, April 15 Week 3: Skewers and Samosa Wednesday, May 13 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $35 (per class—save 10% when you register online for all three classes in the same shopping cart) SUPPLY FEE $15 (cash/check only, due at each class)

ADULTS

FOOD & DRINK

HOT

ADULTS

Basic Home Electrical Repair HOT

Attend this “hands-on” class for the electrical beginner. Learn how to wire single pole, 3-way switches, outlets, and a light fixture, then test the circuit. We will discuss the home electrical system and review procedures to rewire a lamp. Please bring a wire stripper, long-nose pliers, and screwdrivers to class if you have them. Includes “Step-By-Step Guidebook to Home Wiring.” (Tod Novinska) Monday, April 6 6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $5 (cash/check only, due at first class)

LANGUAGE, HISTORY, CULTURE Basic Home Plumbing Repair

Beginning German I

HOT

NEW

Learn to repair minor plumbing problems or replace fixtures yourself. You will take apart different types of faucets, replace a pop-up drain assembly, and discuss the internal working parts of a toilet. You will be able to cut and glue plastic pipe and solder copper pipe and fittings. Includes “Step-By-Step Guidebook to Home Plumbing.”

If you are new to German language study or have little experience with German, this is the perfect course for you. You will progress from learning the basics of German pronunciation and comprehension to building grammar and conversation skills related to everyday topics such as the family, shopping, daily routine, and life in Germany. Supply fee is for textbook, which is used for German I and German II.

(Tod Novinska)

Monday, April 13 6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39 SUPPLY FEE $5 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Container Garden Design

Do you desire lush, healthy, long-lasting and colorful container gardens that add pizzazz to your property? Ideally, container gardens should be vibrant for five months. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, it is hard to know where to begin. Learn how to get started on finding fast-growing, vigorous nursery-quality plants with season-long colors. View images of striking combinations of readily available plants that are easily created in containers. A detailed handout is supplied.

(Claudia Aurand)

Wednesdays, April 8–May 27 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $89 (8 classes) AGES 12+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$20 (cash/check only, due at first class)

Conversational Spanish: Let’s Travel and Explore NEW

We’re hiring!

This class teaches you basic Spanish to manage means of travel, arrange lodgings, purchase entertainment and go shopping. Classes are interactive and include essential vocabulary and grammar instruction. Print and computer support are provided. No previous Spanish is necessary. (Cheryl Lewis)

Openings at wayzataschools.org/careers

Tuesdays, April 7–June 2 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $99 (9 classes)

(Michelle Mero Riedel)

Looking for a job?

Thursday, April 16 7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

Questions?

david.muscoplat@wayzataschools.org 763-745-5048

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FREE

Walk and Talk Wayzata History

Travel back in time on this guided walking tour of historic downtown Wayzata. Join members of the Wayzata Historical Society as they share stories about Wayzata’s past that made it the city it is today. Come learn where trains, boats, and horse-drawn wagons converged to start commerce in a village of 132 residents. Walk down what was once six, short blocks called Lake Street in the 1880s. Learn the fascinating history of Wayzata’s bay on Lake Minnetonka. Did you know, the boats that traveled the lake in 1875 fostered a 75 year-long industry in Wayzata? Discover how boats and trains brought prosperity to early Wayzata. This tour is offered in partnership with the Wayzata Historical Society. We will start and end at the Wayzata Depot. Wear good walking shoes! (Wayzata Historical Society)

Thursday, June 18 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Depot FREE Tuesday, July 7 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Depot FREE

Part-time and full-time opportunities: coaching, clerical, childcare, teaching, food service and more!

NEW

HOT

Saturday, July 25 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Depot FREE Wednesday, August 12 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Depot FREE

ADULTS

HOME CARE

MONEY MATTERS Avoiding Probate and Preserving Assets

What is a living trust and how can it be used to avoid probate while still retaining control of assets? Discuss alternative methods of avoiding probate and ways to plan for preservation of assets in case of extraordinary medical costs and long-term care. Information on different types of wills and approaches to estate planning will be explored. (Richard Bunin)

Estate Planning Solutions

This class will help you understand Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney. You’ll learn ways to avoid probate. Discussion of common mistakes will help you avoid the unwanted consequences that others have faced. (Bonnie Wittenburg) Monday, April 6 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19

Tuesday, April 28 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19

College Planning Strategies Workshop

Planning for college is complex. Join us to learn how to make college more affordable! This presentation introduces strategies on how parents can preserve their retirement savings, guide their students toward making smart college selection decisions and start their students on the right foot by learning wise money habits early and balancing the weight of educational debt. Your student is welcome to attend too! Hosted by local Thrivent Financial representatives. No products will be sold. For more disclosures, see Thrivent.com/ social (Brent Henkelman) Wednesday, April 29 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19 AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Wednesday, May 27 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19 AGES 15+ (may sign up with registered adult)

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Demystifying the Home Buying Process

Learn how to tell fact from fiction when it comes to purchasing a home. Define the correct ways to improve your credit score. Debunk myths about mortgages, inspections and closings. Find out about hidden resources to use someone else’s money to cover your down payment and closing costs! Discover the key ways to identify a good agent versus a bad agent. Leave the class feeling empowered and prepared to begin the home buying process! (Nene Matey-Keke) Wednesday, May 6 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

10 Tips for Successfully Selling Your Home At Any Time of the Year

Learn how to determine the value of your property in today’s market. Assess the differences between a seller’s market and a buyer’s market, and understand the seasonality and cyclical nature inherent to the market. Discover the repairs and improvements that will offer the best return on investment, learn about the value of staging, and become familiar with the process of working with contractors. Define the key ways to identify a good agent versus a bad agent. Leave the class feeling empowered and prepared to sell your home successfully! (Nene Matey-Keke) Wednesday, May 20 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

Protecting Your Wealth From Long Term Care Expenses—As a Family NEW

Protecting wealth from long-term care expenses is an important part of a sound financial strategy. Learn about some common misconceptions and explore some of the ways to make smart decisions about these costs. (Brandon Prell) Monday, March 23 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19

A Revocable Living Trust is not for everyone, but for many, taking the time to secure a Trust now can save time, money, and frustration for their loved ones in the future. Learn what a Revocable Living Trust is, how it can help you avoid probate and secure your estate and how to assess if a Revocable Trust makes sense for you. (Elizabeth Michaelis) Tuesday, May 5 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $15

What to Do When Someone Dies

Do you know the important tasks that must be taken care of if someone dies? Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney Elizabeth Michaelis, will discuss the handling of someone’s affairs, as well as the main tasks for settling the estate. This class explains the role of the Trustee, Personal Representative (Executor), the family members and others, in an orderly estate administration. (Elizabeth Michaelis)

NEW

FREE

Theft

Preventing Identity

Identity theft is happening every day, whether it’s a phone scam, data breach or phishing email. At this brand new workshop, we’ll examine different types of identity theft, common scams, and strategies to protect yourself. (Brittany Martin) Wednesday, April 15 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School FREE

Tuesday, April 21 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $15

Write Your Own Will

Understanding Medicare Benefits

Our healthcare system is complicated. Understanding Medicare benefits has become one of the most important decisions retirees face. This course will help you better understand what coverage is right for you. This class is best suited for those who are not yet on Medicare. (Ryan Antkowiak) Monday, April 13 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $10

Use your computer to write, change and update your own Will (computer not needed for class). Married or single, with or without children—it is important to have a Will to convey your wishes, your distribution of your property, and to appoint guardians. Using the Self-Help Will, you will easily write and revise a legal Will. Following class you will complete your Will at home. Post-class computer and email are needed as materials are accessed by free Acrobat Reader software. For people with less than $11 million in assets. (James Ramette) Thursday, April 23 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $85

Protecting Elders from Financial Abuse NEW

FREE

Nearly 5 million seniors fall victim to elder financial abuse each year. Don’t let yourself or a family member be one of them. Learn about the most common scams, what warning signs to look for and how to report suspected abuse. (Brittany Martin) Wednesday, March 11 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School FREE

WE’RE LISTENING If there is a class you would like us to offer in the future, email us at communityed@ wayzataschools.org.

ADULTS

Revocable Trusts

ADULTS

If you have taken the stateapproved, 8-hour Defensive Driving Course for 55+, now you can renew your 10%, 3-year car insurance discount by taking this state-approved 4-hour refresher course. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company. Bring your driver’s license with you to class. (Minnesota Safety Council)

You may not have a choice about aging but you do have a choice about how you approach growing older. What better way than fearlessly? Fearless aging has the power to positively impact your future. This class explores the normal, natural processes of aging—physical and lifestyle—and what you can do to markedly improve the quality of your life. Discover what you can expect and lifestyle choices that will help you make the most of what you’ve got as you age. Let’s explore the inevitable forces of change in your life and be fearless! (Mary O’Brien)

Wednesday, April 8 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $25

Tuesday, May 19 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $19

Monday, May 4 5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

Fifty Plus Travel—Sharing the Wisdom

Defensive Driving for 55+ Refresher (4 hour)

HOT

Defensive Driving 55+

(8 hour) Save 10% on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete this National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving course. The course is two sessions of classroom instruction—no driving or test is required. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive your certificate. Bring your driver’s license with you to class. The instructor is certified through the MN Safety Council. (Minnesota Safety Council) Thursdays, April 16–April 23 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $29 (2 classes) Mondays, May 11–May 18 5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29 (2 classes)

NEW

Basic Dog Obedience

Does your dog need a little help with manners? This basic dog obedience class is for dogs 7 months of age and older. This training class offers an introduction to controlled leash walking, sit, down, wait at doorways and come when called. Commands are taught in a fun, pet friendly manner and gently enforced to ensure reliable performance. Dogs must be current on Distemper, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies Vaccines. (Augusta Dog Training)

Mondays, May 4–June 15 No class May 25 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $120 (6 classes) AGES 12+ (may sign up with registered adult)

HOT

Travel is high on many people’s retirement list. How do you decide where, when and how to go? Whether you are an experienced or novice traveler, talking with others is a valuable resource that should not be overlooked. This class will provide some basics on using internet travel sites and tour groups, as well as encourage group members to share travel experiences and wisdom. (Mary O’Brien) Thursday, May 7 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $19

Jean Abbott, “Wheels to Heels–My Journey of Misdiagnosis, Resiliency, Attitude and Hope”

After living the first 33 years of her life thinking she had Spastic Dipligia, a form of Cerebral Palsy, Jean was given a correct diagnosis of Dopa Responsive Dystonia (DRD) and a new life. Jean shares her journey of misdiagnosis and how her sense of purpose, along with a positive attitude, enabled her to survive three decades of unnecessary medical treatments. Through her book, blog and speaking, Jean inspires and motivates others to appreciate the little things in life. (Jean Abbott)

Thursday, May 21 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $15

The Day After Retirement NEW

What will your life look like once you don’t answer the call of the alarm clock? What can you do in advance to plan for a positive transition into retirement? Having a sense of purpose is an important key to satisfaction. Change is inevitable. This class will focus on the changes that come with retirement. It will help you explore a variety of ways to identify what is significant to you, then establish a purpose-filled life in retirement. (Mary O’Brien)

Wednesday, May 13 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $19

Photography 101— Making Great Photos NEW

Join us at Wayzata Beach as we learn to take memorable pictures of our families and make beautiful portraits using nature as a backdrop. Professional photographer, David Sherman, will demystify the rules of exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) and how to take control of your camera— be it a DSLR, point and shoot or cellphone. Learn how to stop taking and begin making pictures. (David Sherman)

Wednesday, June 17 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Beach and Marina $35 Monday, June 22 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Beach and Marina $35

Photo Organization— Print and Digital HOT

Imagine all your photos organized and all in one place permanently, safely, and you have a system that lets you find any photo in literally seconds! This includes old slides, movies and memorabilia too. We will talk about scanners and digitizing old media, cloud storage accounts as well as software for creating digital books and projects and how to repair damaged photos. (Kathy Povolny)

Tuesday, March 17 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $25 Tuesday, April 14 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

ADULTS

SPECIAL INTEREST

Fearless Aging

Laundry Camp with Patric Richardson HOT

Everyone is talking! Patric Richardson is being called Minnesota’s ‘Laundry Evangelist’ and becoming a household name! Come and relax, and have fun learning with Patric Richardson, laundry guru from Mona Williams. 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 plus a local spot on KARE 11. 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 90-minutes. Sort, wash and care for your clothes with confidence. Wash the unwashable and care for textiles and clothes at home. Learn how to save money and toss those chemicals. You will never look at laundry the same again! (Patric Richardson)

Monday, April 20 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29 Thursday, May 28 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. FAIR–Pilgrim Lane $29

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Do you have a passion for cars? Learn about this transitional era in history, when cars were emerging from a primitive rich man’s toy to everyday transportation. We’ll cover the classics, innovations we still use, the conversion of the Model T to the Model A, then the V-8, the emergence of the Big 3, the glory years of the ‘20s into the depression, which spelled the end for so many great nameplates, then into what became the modern car. Imagine a time when half the cars on the road were Fords and a new luxury car could cost as much as five year’s wages. (Paul DeJute) Thursday, April 23 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $15

Voice-Overs...Now is Your Time! HOT

In what could be the most enlightening two hours you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more. Learn about a unique way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. (Tara Harrison and Bridget Renshaw)

Wednesday, May 20 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $35 AGES 16+ (may sign up with registered adult)

TECHNOLOGY Google Drive and Apps

Adobe Photoshop Elements (Bring Your Own Laptop) Bring your own laptop, power cords and make sure you have Adobe Photoshop Elements installed on your laptop. Learn to crop, resize, rotate and add text to photos. As well as correcting flaws, colors and more. The instructor will provide a folder of photos and walk you through the steps to edit and organize the photos. (Sharon Walbran) Friday, April 17 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Take advantage of the free storage for photos and files offered by Google Drive and explore the capabilities of Google’s free apps—web-based word processing, spreadsheet and slide show tools—that are alternatives to Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Create and edit documents in Google Docs and spreadsheets in Google Sheets. Create a slide show in Google Slides. Convert files to Google documents. Google Drive allows sharing and editing in real time with others. Requirements: Students must have a Gmail account and password.

Learn Excel basics, spreadsheet terminology, entering and editing data, modifying and formatting a worksheet, copying and moving data, using functions and formulas, copying formulas, and creating and printing charts. (Sharon Walbran) Thursday, April 16 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65 Thursday, May 7 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Microsoft® Excel 2016 Level 2

(Sharon Walbran)

Expand your knowledge of Excel. Learn how to use Advanced Filters, Lookup Tables, Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts and more. (Sharon Walbran)

Thursday, April 30 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Thursday, April 23 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65 Thursday, April 23 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Excel Formulas and Functions

Functions are nothing more than built-in formulas, and Excel has hundreds of them! This class will concentrate on some of the more popular functions, including statistical (average, max, min), financial (pmt), logical (if, and, or), lookup (vlookup) and a few more. We will also cover linking formulas across multiple sheets and books. Students should come to class with a clear understanding of Excel basics. (Lisa Murphy) Wednesday, March 18 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

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Microsoft® Excel 2016 Level 1

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

Learn PowerPoint basics. Build, create and save new presentations, format slides, use autoshapes, work with graphics, use tables and charts, use templates, work with the slide master, and add transitions and timings. (Sharon Walbran)

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Microsoft® Word 2016 Level 1 Learn how to create and edit documents, move and copy text, format characters and paragraphs, create and manage tables, control page layout, use bullets and numbering, use proofreading tools and insert images into documents. (Sharon Walbran)

Tuesday, April 14 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

NEW

Using Windows 10

Just got a new computer? Did you upgrade to Windows 10? Learn how to find your files and programs and how to navigate the new interface. (Sharon Walbran) Monday, April 13 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Tuesday, May 5 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Microsoft® Word 2016 Level 2 Learn to create mailing labels, customized letters and emails, and envelopes using Word’s Mail Merge feature and an address list. Create a newsletter using newspaper columns and section breaks. Develop an on-screen interactive form for surveys and other information gathering. Work more with photos and other images in your documents. (Sharon Walbran)

Tuesday, April 21 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65 Tuesday, April 21 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Web Design—Part 1

Are you ready to put that business or hobby on the web? Create professional-looking web pages using Microsoft Expression Web, a free, easy and robust designer. In this class we’ll create a five page web site with plenty of hyperlinks and graphics; thumbnail images; bulleted and numbered lists; and more. We’ll also talk about inexpensive website hosts for your site. Prerequisite: Basic Word processing skills and some typing. (Lisa Murphy) Wednesday, April 22 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

Details at wayzataschools.org/ communityed/about/teach-a-class

Tuesday, April 28 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65

ADULTS

The American Automobile: 1915–1942 NEW

ADULTS

WELLNESS Forest Bathing– Shinrin Yoku NEW

Join a certified forest therapy guide on an immersive, meditative, and therapeutic forest walk based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku. Slow down and connect with our senses to the healing, stressreducing beauty of Wayzata’s Big Woods Preserve. Slip away from phones and revive our relationship with the forest and ourselves. Share stories and then share a tea ceremony with tea brewed from foraged plants. We will re-enter the tame world renewed with the gift of nature. Your sojourn into the woods may lead you back to yourself. (David Motzenbecker, Motz Studios)

Saturday, June 20 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Wayzata Big Woods Preserve $39 Thursday, July 16 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Big Woods Preserve $39 NEW

FREE

Nature

Meditating with

Enjoy nature while you practice the most natural and effective techniques of meditation. Learn many useful directions for deepening and stabilizing your meditation practices to gain more inner bliss and peace. There will even be a short meditation sitting. For new or advanced meditators. Bring something comfortable to sit on such as a blanket, yoga mat, or lawn chair. (Arvind Naik)

Tuesday, August 4 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Wayzata Shaver Park FREE

Group Hypnosis for Weight Loss and Healthy Eating

Control your eating habits and stop cravings. Learn to desire the right foods. Get motivated to exercise and drink more water. Hypnosis is effective, relaxing and you will be in control at all times. Fee includes a CD and lifetime membership card for reinforcement which allows participants to attend future seminars free, if desired. Bring a pillow, blanket or bean bag chair for added comfort. (Dr. Mary Fischer) Tuesday, April 28 5:45 p.m.–8:45 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65 AGES 12+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Stop Smoking, Chewing Tobacco, or Vaping with Hypnosis

If you are ready to quit smoking and chewing, hypnosis can help you stop immediately with little, if any, withdrawal or weight gain. Hypnosis is effective, relaxing, and you will be in control at all times. Fee includes a CD and lifetime membership card for reinforcement which allows participants to attend future seminars free, if desired. Bring a pillow, blanket or bean bag chair for added comfort. (Dr. Mary Fischer)

Tuesday, April 28 5:45 p.m.–8:45 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $65 AGES 12+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Hand Drumming by the Lake NEW

Join us at this new location and go with the flow with our djembe drum circle! This class will take place by the water and is for all skill levels. With connecting and patience all can play the amazing world of African, Mid-East, and original rhythms. It is all about fun and playing to your heart’s content. Don’t be shy, give it a try. Come to the beach and play. Please bring your own drum, if you have one. Drums will be available at class. (Carmen Dougherty-Heim) Tuesdays, June 30 - July 28 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Shaver Park $69 (5 classes)

Hand Drumming for Beginners

Join the drum circle, learn techniques in the amazing world of African, Mid-East, and original rhythms. It is all about fun and connecting through music. Research from UCLA indicates the sound of the drum is healing and it will change your life in a positive way. Be ready for a new and wonderful life experience. Please bring your own drum, if you have one. Drums will be available at class.

Research shows drumming is beneficial for your health and wellness. Course uses lecture and hands on practice. Open to all; no music or drumming experience necessary. Bring a drum if you have one, otherwise instruments are provided. (Monica Peterson) Wednesday, May 27 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29 AGES 13+ (may sign up with registered adult) SUPPLY FEE

$5 (cash/check only, due at first class)

The Power of Food

The food we eat can lead to health or disease. Watch research videos of cancer cell growth stopped after 14 days, type 2 diabetes reversed in 16 days and a clogged artery opening in 30 months. Learn how a whole food plant-based diet can prevent, reverse or treat the leading causes of death and extend life. Sample two foods which support health, and get a copy of Dick’s Vegan Cookbook. (Dick Ogren) Thursday, April 2 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $25 Wednesday, May 6 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $25

ADULTS

Health Rhythms: Drumming for Your Health NEW

Makeup Boot Camp for Women 40 and Better HOT

When was the last time you updated your makeup and beauty regimen? Has your skin changed over time? What about your hair color? Join this “boot camp” to update your look with tips and techniques for ageless beauty. Learn about a variety of products, application, and the latest trends in makeup and skin care. Some may be completely new to you. Julie Sherman is a makeup artist with 30 years of experience. No products or services will be sold! This class is essential for busy, beautiful women who could use a little updating! (Julie Sherman) Tuesday, April 28 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $39

Online Certificates and Courses

Details and registration at yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/wayzata

(Carmen Dougherty-Heim)

Mondays, April 6–May 4 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $69 (5 classes)

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2020 SUMMER ACTIVITY PLANNER INDEX

Grade/Age Time

Unlimited Dance Camp

Mon–Thu

1–6

9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Olaf and Friends

Wed–Fri

Ages 4–9

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Multiplayer Minecraft: World Builder

Wed–Fri

1–5

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

STEAM Makerspace Camp

Wed–Fri

1–5

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Star Tennis Camp—Little Stars

Mon–Thu Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m.

Star Tennis Camp—Rising Stars

Mon–Thu Ages 7–8

9:45 a.m.–10:45 a.m.

Star Tennis Camp—Future Stars (at Wayzata Bell Courts Park)

Mon–Thu Ages 9–10 10:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

Unified Summer Sports Camp

Mon–Fri

9–12

9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Shocking Electrical Engineering

Wed–Fri

2–6

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Etiquette, Manners, Social Skills, Oh My!

Wed–Fri

Ages 7–11 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Buggy for Bugs (at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

Wed

Ages 4–6

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Intro to Coding

Friday

Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

3D Engineering: Architectural and Structural Engineering

Wed–Fri

K–3

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Marvelous Masters on Canvas

Wed–Fri

K–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Read full class descriptions at wayzataschools.org/ communityed.

Emergency Room 101

Wed–Fri

1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

3D Printing & CAD

Wed–Fri

3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Get In Gear For Summer—Family Fun Day (at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

Saturday

All Ages

10:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

• Be sure to check out the adult class section (page 4) and look for the purple arrow to see what adult classes are open to youth.

FREE Magic Show (at Wayzata Great Lawn)

Saturday

All Ages

3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Class

Days

Grade/Age

Time

Page

Crazy Concoctions and Insane Inventions

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m.

Star Wars Robotic Builders

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Extreme Fun Drawing!

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

3D Printing: Build Your Own Robot

Mon–Thu 3–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Digital Film Production for YouTube

Mon–Thu 4–8

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Bicycle Repair and Rebuilding

Mon–Thu 5–8

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Studio Arts Academy

Mon–Thu 6–8

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Workshop I

Mon–Thu 2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Workshop I

Mon–Thu 5–7

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Computer Programming – Python I

Mon–Thu 3–5

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Computer Programming – Python I

Mon–Thu 6–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

YOUTH

36 D ance, Music, Theater & Performing Arts 38 High School 39 Special Interests 42 Sports & Fitness 45 STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

REMINDERS

• Students take a break during most camps and classes. If you wish, send a nut-free snack with your child.

(at Dance Unlimited—Wayzata)

(at Wayzata Bell Courts Park) (at Wayzata Bell Courts Park)

(at Wayzata High School)

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WEEK 2: JUNE 15–19

Registration opens March 1. wayzataschools.org/ communityed

YOUTH

Days

31 Arts & Crafts

24 | Spring/Summer 2020

WEEK 1: JUNE 8–12 Class

25 Summer Activity Planner

YOUTH

ENRICHMENT

REMINDERS • All classes are held at Meadow Ridge Elementary unless otherwise indicated. • Grade refers to the one your student is entering in September 2020. • Lunch Bunch is available everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

WEEK 2 CONTINUED: JUNE 15–19 NOTES

Class

Days

Grade/Age Time

Days

Grade/Age Time

Forbidden Projects

Mon–Fri

3–6

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Intro to Building

Friday

Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Engineer's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse

Mon–Thu

3–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

The Marvelous Marvels

Mon–Thu Ages 4–9

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Sculpture Camp

Mon–Thu 3–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Intro to Video Game Design with Nintendo Characters

Mon–Thu K–3

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Unified Summer Sports Camp

Mon–Thu 9–12

9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Unicorn Princess Dance Camp

Mon–Thu K–3

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Tuesday

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Parent & 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Ages 5–12

Mon–Thu K–4

Parent & Child Create Night - Floral Painting (at Wayzata High School)

Craft Attack Spa Lab

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Soccer Shots: Mini

Wed

Age 2

9:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Coding Web Apps

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Soccer Shots: Classic

Wed

Ages 3–5

9:35 a.m.–10:35 a.m.

Battle Royale Game Coding

Mon–Thu 4–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Amazing Athletes

Monday

9:00 a.m.–9:35 a.m.

Roaring Rockets (at Wayzata Klapprich Park) Friday

1–6

6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Soccer Shots: Mini

Saturdays

Age 2

9:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Soccer Shots: Classic

Saturdays

Ages 3–5

9:35 a.m.–10:35 a.m.

Class

Days

Grade/Age Time

Ages 3–5

Page

9:00 a.m.–9:35 a.m.

Gateway Academy Engineering Summer Camp (at Wayzata High School)

Mon–Fri

6–8

8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Pickleball—Youth Beginner

Tuesdays

5–7

3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Pickleball—Youth Intermediate

Tuesdays

8–10

4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m.

Magical, Mystical Unicorns

Mon–Thu

Ages 5–12 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Cat’s Kids Yoga (at Wayzata Shaver Park)

Thursday

K–5

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Java Minecraft Modding

Mon–Thu

3–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Puppeteer Diane Gasch on the Great Lawn (at Wayzata Great Lawn)

Friday

All Ages

10:00 a.m.–10:40 a.m.

Jr. Engineering: Full Speed Ahead

Mon–Thu

K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Engineering Wizards

Mon–Thu

3–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Engineering: Solar, Hydro, and Wind Powered

Mon–Thu

4–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

The Messiest Art Camp Ever!

Mon–Thu

Ages 5–12 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Class

Days

Grade/Age Time

Claytastic Circuits with Lights!

Mon–Thu

K–3

9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m.

Cartoon Madness

Mon–Thu

K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Jr. Engineering: Science of Superpowers

Mon–Thu

K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Workshop II

Mon–Thu

2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Extreme Chemistry...Mystery Challenges

Mon–Thu

2–5

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Game Modding with Unity

Mon–Thu

4–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Camp Entrepreneur

Mon–Thu

2–6

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Workshop II

Mon–Thu

5–7

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Computer Science—Java Programming

Mon–Thu

5–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Snow Queen and Friends Musical Theater

Mon–Fri

Ages 4–8

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Grandmasters of Chess Summer Camp Mon–Fri with Igor Rybakov

1–6

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Grandmasters of Chess Summer Camp Mon–Fri with Igor Rybakov

1–6

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

WEEK 3: JUNE 22–26

• Lunch Bunch is available everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

26 | Spring/Summer 2020

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

Ages 3–5

(at Wayzata Bell Courts Park)

• Grade refers to the one your student is entering in September 2020.

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

Thursday

(at Wayzata Bell Courts Park)

• All classes are held at Meadow Ridge Elementary unless otherwise indicated.

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

Amazing Athletes

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

REMINDERS

(at Wayzata High School)

Page

Class

Days

Grade/Age Time

Page

Groovy, Glowy, and Shimmery— Beyond Glow-in-the-Dark

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Jr. Science Doll Camp

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Girls That Code

Mon–Thu 3–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Spelling and Vocabulary Camp

Mon–Thu 2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m..

Spelling and Vocabulary Camp

Mon–Thu 5–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

STEM Camp I

Mon–Thu 2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

STEM Camp I

Mon–Thu 5–7

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

The Science of the Human Body & Biomedical Solutions

Mon–Thu 3–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Intro to Robotic Building

Friday

Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Clay Olaf

Friday

Ages 4–9

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Fairy Gardens

Friday

1–6

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Amazing and Sparkly Camp of Llamas, Unicorns, and Magical Creatures

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Slime-Tastic Art

Mon–Thu K–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Fantastic Electric Toys

Mon–Thu 2–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Discover Magic: Green Wand Course

Mon–Thu 3–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Extreme EV3: Battlebot Olympics

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

NOTES

WEEK 4: JUNE 29–JULY 3 Page

WEEK 5: JULY 6–10 Page

YOUTH

Class

(at Wayzata Klapprich Park)

YOUTH

WEEK 3 CONTINUED: JUNE 22–26

WEEK 7: JULY 20–24

WEEK 5 CONTINUED: JULY 6–10 NOTES

Class

Days

Grade/Age

Time

Intro to Engineering

Friday

Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

L.O.L. Surprise Dolls

Friday

Ages 4–9

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Pokémon Art Fun!

Mon–Thu K–5

Crystals and Glitz Lab

Page

Days

Code Your Superhero

Mon–Thu 2–5

9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m.

Smelly, Slimy, Messy Lab

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m.

1:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Junior Engineering: Theme Parks

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.

Mon–Thu 1–4

1:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Jr. Engineering: Zoo Camp

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Wizard School

Mon–Thu 1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Paint Lab

Mon–Thu K–5

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Masters in Clay Camp

Mon–Thu Ages 5–12

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Hacking Minecraft

Mon–Thu 3–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Robotic Builders: Battlebots

Mon–Thu 1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Computer Programming—Python II

Mon–Thu 3–5

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Amazing Race

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Computer Programming—Python II

Mon–Thu 6–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Grandmasters of Chess Summer Camp with Igor Rybakov

Mon–Fri

1–6

1:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Robotics Camp

Mon–Thu 2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Descendants 3 Musical Theater

Mon–Fri

Ages 6–11 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Robotics Camp

Mon–Thu 5–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Archery Summer Camp

Mon–Thu 3–8

10:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

Let’s Draw

Mon–Thu Ages 5–12

1:00 p.m..–4:00 p.m.

Trolls 2 Musical Theater

Mon–Fri

Ages 4–8

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Safe Kids 101

Wed

Ages 8–13

9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Canvas Fun: Slice of Summer

Friday

K–2

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Star Wars Movie Making

Mon–Thu K–3

1:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m.

Art & Yoga

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Water Blast Fun

Mon–Thu 2–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m.

Master Bricklayers: Structural & Architectural Design

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m.

Disaster Engineering

Mon–Thu 3–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Archery Summer Camp

Mon–Thu 3–8

6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m.

YOUTH

(at Wayzata Public Works)

WEEK 6: JULY 13–17

Page

Days

Jr. Engineering in the Ocean

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Doll's Frozen Camp

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Mastering the Messy Summer Art Camp

Mon–Thu 1–6

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Python Coding

Mon–Thu 4–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

STEM Camp II

Mon–Thu 2–7

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Bee Camp—Science, Geography, Spelling, and Math

Mon–Thu 3–8

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Camp Invention (at Gleason Elementary)

Mon–Fri

1–6

9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Hip Hop Dance Camp

Mon–Fri

Ages 5–8

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Etiquette, Manners, Social Skills, Oh My!

Wed–Fri

Ages 7–11

9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Snow Queen and Friends Musical Theater

Mon–Fri

Ages 5–10

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

REMINDERS

Intro to Robotics

Friday

Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Tie-Dye Party

Friday

K–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Canvas Fun: Summer Sandals

Friday

K–6

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

• All classes are held at Meadow Ridge Elementary unless otherwise indicated.

Engineering for Good

Mon–Thu 3–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Going Bananaaas Toylab

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Glitter It Up!

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Class

Days

Grade/Age Time

Roblox Game Development

Mon–Thu 3–6

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Summer 2020 STEM Sampler

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Crazy Gears and Wheels

Mon–Thu K–3

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Hearts and Rainbows

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Mon–Thu 3–7

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

• Lunch Bunch is available everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

(at Wayzata Public Works)

Page

Art Academy Camp

Mon–Thu Ages 5–12

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Hip Hop Dance Camp

Mon–Fri

1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Fencing Summer Camp

Mon–Fri

2–5

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

TGA Golf (at Klapprich Park)

Mon/Wed K–4

5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

Paint Your Puppy

Friday

Ages 4–9

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Drawing in the Park (at Wayzata Beach)

Wed

4–9

6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Coding in Scratch Jr.

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Parent & Child Create Night: Glow-inthe-dark Mosaics (at Wayzata High School)

Tuesday

Parents & Ages 5–12

6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Mon–Thu 2–4 Workshop III

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Pickleball—Youth Beginner (at Wayzata Bell Sports Park)

Tuesdays

5–7

3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Speech & Debate and Creative Writing Mon–Thu 5–7 Workshop III

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Pickleball—Youth Intermediate

Tuesdays

8–10

4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m.

STEM Camp III

Mon–Thu 2–4

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Storytelling with Bob Gasch

Wed

All Ages

10:00 a.m.–10:45 a.m.

STEM Camp III

Mon–Thu 5–7

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Movie Making Studio—Frozen & Friends

Mon–Thu 1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cat’s Kids Yoga (at Wayzata Shaver Park)

Thursday

K–5

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Amazing Boat Engineering

Mon–Thu 1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Unicorn Slime

Friday

Ages 4–9

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

(at Wayzata Bell Sports Park)

Ages 8–12

NOTES

WEEK 8: JULY 27–31

Survivor Island

(at Wayzata Great Lawn)

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Page

Time

Class

• Grade refers to the one your student is entering in September 2020.

Grade/Age Time

Grade/Age

Mon–Thu K–3

YOUTH

Class

WEEK 8 CONTINUED: JULY 27–31 NOTES

Class

Days

Pokémon Movie Making

Grade/Age

Time

Page

Mon–Thu 1–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Extreme Chemistry...Mystery Challenges Mon–Thu 2–5

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Advanced Minecraft: Command Block

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Take Flight with UAV Drones!

Mon–Thu 3–8

1:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Fun with Clay!

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Archery for All Ages—Adult/Child Class

Mon–Thu Ages 8+

6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m.

Fencing Summer Camp

Mon–Fri

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

(at Wayzata Public Works Building)

6–12

ARTS & CRAFTS Art Mania (Grades K–4)

If you love art, this is the ultimate camp for you! Join us at this one-of-a-kind art camp and have a blast creating amazing projects with all sorts of art materials like watercolors, pastels, clay, canvas, and more! We’ll draw, paint, mold, and collage amazing things to take home. Animals, landscapes, cupcakes, and funny characters are part of this awesome camp.

Days

L.O.L. Surprise Dolls

Mon–Thu Ages 4–9

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Jr. Engineering: The Great Outdoors

Mon–Thu K–3

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Intro to Game Coding

Mon–Thu 1–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Art-Mania!

Mon–Thu K–4

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Preschool Dance Camp

Mon–Thu Ages 3–5

9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Jr. Engineering: Wreck-It Week

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Fashion and Glam Studio

Mon–Thu K–4

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence & Augmented Reality

Mon–Thu 3–7

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Project Runway ‘20

Mon–Fri

4–8

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cat’s Kids Yoga (at Wayzata Shaver Park)

Tuesday

K–5

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

(at Dance Unlimited - Wayzata)

Time

Page

LATE SUMMER Class

Days

Tumbling & Dance Camp - Beginners

Mon–Thu 1-6

Grade/Age

Time

Page

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Tumbling & Dance Camp - Intermediate/ Mon–Thu 4–8 Advanced (at Dance Unlimited - Wayzata)

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Glamour Diva Dance Party

Mon–Thu 1–6

9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Barbie Ballerina Camp

Mon–Thu Ages 4–8

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Ninja Hip Hop Camp

Mon–Thu K–5

1:00p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Stars Tennis Camp- Little Stars

Mon–Thu Ages 4–6

9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m.

Stars Tennis Camp - Rising Stars

Mon–Thu Ages 7–8

9:45 a.m.–10:45 a.m.

Star Tennis Camp - Future Stars

Mon-Thu

Ages 9–10

10:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

Musical Science

Thursday

Ages 4–6

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

(at Dance Unlimited - Wayzata)

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Grade/Age

Amazing and Sparkly Camp of Llamas, Unicorns, and Magical Creatures

(Grades K–4) Join the craze for llamas, unicorns, and narwhals in this creative camp, where we’ll draw, paint, and sculpt to create magical projects, like a clay llama, a unicorn horn charm and a narwhal collage, along with many other whimsical art projects.

(Abrakadoodle)

Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Canvas Fun: Slice of Summer (Grades K–2)

(Abrakadoodle)

Monday, June 22 –Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Friday, July 24 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $25

Art Academy Camp

Canvas Fun: Summer Sandals (Grades K–6)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

NEW

Grab your friends and join us for a fun morning of painting! We will use acrylic paints on an 11x14” stretched canvas to paint a slice of watermelon. (KidzArt)

(Ages 5–12) Does your child love art? Painting, drawing, clay—it’s all awesome! This is the camp for them! We will experiment with many techniques, materials, and styles as we make snow globes, paint on canvas, create clay characters, and more. Come ready to have an artsy good time in this highly anticipated camp! (Kidcreate Studio)

(Grades K–4) Cartoons are funny, cute, even comic-book-spectacular! Join us in this cartooning camp and learn creative tricks to draw favorite and famous characters as well as funny animals, people, monsters, and much more. You’ll get your own cartoon portfolio to bring home at the end of camp. Learn the fun and easy step-by-step basics of cartooning. (Abrakadoodle)

NEW

Grab your friends and join us for a fun morning of painting! We will use acrylic paints on an 11x14” stretched canvas to paint colorful flip flops. (KidzArt) Friday, July 17 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $25

Clay Olaf (Ages 4–9)

“Do you want to build a snowman?” We will have a blast as we create Olaf the Snowman from Disney’s popular movies Frozen and Frozen 2. We will use multiple types of clay to create this masterpiece! (Kidcreate Studio) Friday, June 26 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $45

HOT

YOUTH

WEEK 9: AUGUST 3–7 Class

Cartoon Madness

Craft Attack (Grades K–4)

Everyone can be a great artist with our foolproof, step-by-step process! Have fun making clay pinch pots, wooden projects, tie-dye, and more! We’ll create crafty projects like a wooden picture frame, a paper mache animal, and many other fun crafts. Join us for a Craft Attack! Bring a white t-shirt. (Abrakadoodle) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

(Grades K–4) Bring your favorite doll to this one of a kind summer camp! Each day we’ll make Disney Frozen inspired projects for you and your doll. We’ll make doll-sized tiaras, wands, necklaces, royal cakes, and much more. We’ll even paint a Frozen project on canvas for your room, along with other amazing crafts. Bring your doll. (Abrakadoodle)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Drawing in the Park for Beginners–Youth (Grades 4–9)

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Would you like to learn how to draw? Join us for this new adventure in art, as we explore drawing outdoors! Using a variety of drawing materials supplied by the instructor, you will learn new techniques to draw realistic-looking objects. Students will also have the opportunity to sketch the beautiful landscape at Wayzata Beach. All abilities welcome! Bring a portable chair to class. Sunglasses, sunscreen and water bottle are also recommended. (Kris Holtmeyer—Artistic Moments)

Wednesday, July 15 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Beach and Marina $29

Extreme Fun Drawing!

(Grades K–4) More than just an ordinary drawing program! In this fun camp, we’ll learn how to draw all sorts of things, like animals, plants, faces, landscapes, and everything in between. We’ll use easily recognizable shapes to create our masterpieces. (Abrakadoodle) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Unicorn Slime (Ages 4–9)

Come explore the magical, mystical unicorn universe with us! We’ll learn the secret recipe for fabulous, glittery unicorn slime and take it home in a unicorn jar so sparkly that it’s guaranteed to dazzle! If you love unicorns, you will LOVE this class. (Kidcreate Studio) Friday, July 17 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $45

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Do you love clay? Then prepare to get messy, creative, and muddy! In this fun, hands-on camp, we’ll make animals, ornaments, pinch pots, and even famous characters with all sorts of clay and dough, from Air-Dry clay to Model Magic®. We’ll slab, pinch, hand build, and sculpt our way through this creative camp that features an exciting combination of projects.

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LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

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L.O.L. Surprise Dolls

(Ages 4–9) If you love L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, you’ll love this camp. Glitter and glam, we’ve got it all! Come and create awesome L.O.L. Surprise projects using clay, paint, and more. We’ll even make a diorama that a real L.O.L. Surprise Doll could call home. (Kidcreate Studio)

Monday, July 27 –Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Fashion and Glam Studio

(Grades K–4) Is fashion your passion? Join us at this amazing camp and get thrilled as you create your own designs. We’ll create fabulous accessories to wear like purses and necklaces while sketching and designing fancy shoes, clothes, and accessories like real designers as we listen to music. We’ll even have our nails painted! All-time favorites and tons of new projects in this popular camp. Bring a white t-shirt. (Abrakadoodle)

Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

In this art camp, we bring art to the next level using special materials like glow-in-the-dark paint, glitter, metallic paint, and other unique materials to make our art stand out! We’ll create astonishing art that glows in the dark, as well as awesome projects with a spark. This camp will surely light up your creativity! (Abrakadoodle) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Hearts and Rainbows

Friday, July 10 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $45 Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Groovy, Glowy, and Shimmery—Beyond Glowin-the-Dark (Grades K–4)

Let’s Draw (Ages 5–12)

If it’s drawing, sketching, and cartooning you’re after, then this is the camp for you! In this introductory drawing camp, we’ll learn basic techniques and principles of drawing as we create puppies, ponies, people, and more. Kids will master a simple step-by-step method that is essential to creating memorable drawings. Each child will receive their own takehome How to Draw booklet! (Kidcreate Studio)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

(Grades K–4) Rainbows, cute creatures, hearts, and more are part of this amazing camp. We’ll paint on stretched canvas, make a colorful papiermâché project, sculpt clay birds, draw charming animals, make cool necklaces, among other amazing projects. Along the way, we’ll listen to music, paint our nails, and have lots of fun! (Abrakadoodle)

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Glitter It Up!

(Grades K–4) Do you love art and things that dazzle and sparkle? This is the camp for you! We’ll draw and paint, sculpt and collage, bringing our art to the next level with glitter, gems, sparkles, and more. We’ll make papier-mâché hearts, sculpt glittery clay flower bowls, and make cool accessories to wear, among other dazzling projects that shimmer and glimmer. Along the way we’ll listen to music, paint our nails, and have lots of fun! (Abrakadoodle)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

$145 (4 classes)

Fairy Gardens (Grades 1–6)

Magical, Mystical Unicorns

Have you ever wanted to create your very own miniature fairy garden? Come learn how to build one! A fairy garden is a miniature garden that makes a perfect home for mischievous fairies, dragons, and garden gnomes. We will use Sculpey® clay, paint, and found objects to build our imaginary scene. (KidzArt)

(Ages 5–12) Unicorn fans, you’re in luck because we have the perfect camp for you! We’ll make unicorns that dazzle, sparkle, and shine as we explore a wide array of materials and techniques. We’ll draw, sculpt, and even learn the secret recipe for making fabulous, glittery Unicorn Slime! (Kidcreate Studio)

Friday, June 26 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $65

Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

YOUTH

Doll’s Frozen Camp

Fun with Clay! (Grades K–4)

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The Marvelous Marvels

Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

(Grades 1–6) This is your chance to explore the messier side of art in this hands-on camp. Every day offers new projects and a variety of art materials to explore such as paint, clay, plaster, and chalk. These are not projects to tackle at home. We will be maximizing the mess, so dress for a messy, FUN time! (KidzArt) Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Marvelous Masters on Canvas (Ages 5–12)

We will be inspired by art created by Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Pablo Picasso. We will recreate famous works of art like Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Monet’s Water Lilies, Rembrandt’s The Mill, and many others, all on real canvas boards. Make room on your walls! Your child is going to be very proud of these masterpieces! (Kidcreate Studio)

Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (3 classes)

Slime-Tastic Art (Grade K–6)

It’s a slime takeover! We’ll explore different slime recipes as we create tons of gooey, sparkly, stretchy, messy goo. From an outof-this-world glitter solar system slime, confetti cake slime, and bubblegum scented slime, we’ll make a different kind of slime each day of camp. We’ll even throw in a little painting and sculpting on the side, too! Roll up your sleeves, and get ready for a Slime-Tastic time. (Kidcreate Studio) Thursday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (3 classes)

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Paint Lab (Grades K–5)

The Messiest Art Camp Ever! (Ages 5–12)

Does your young artist love to get messy? So do we! We’ll paint with plaster, sculpt with gooey gunk, make paper mache dragonflies, and fling paint like Jackson Pollock. We will even learn some art terms along the way. These are not projects to tackle at home—leave the mess with us. Making a mess is the best! (Kidcreate Studio)

It’s time to roll our sleeves and have fun creating with color! In this artsy camp, we’ll explore our creativity painting masterpieces while using many types of art techniques, like multimedia painting to painting on canvas along with watercolors. We’ll make all sorts of fun projects while mixing colors to bring our creations to life. (Abrakadoodle)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

(Ages 5–12) Be inspired by art created by Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edward Munch, and Claes Oldenburg. We will recreate famous works of art like Monet’s Water Lilies, Munch’s The Scream, Oldenburg’s Spoonbridge and Cherry, and many others, all in clay. Make room to display these masterpieces! The projects your child creates in this class are going to be amazing! (Kidcreate Studio) Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Olaf and Friends (Ages 4–9)

Join us on an Arendelle adventure! We’ll travel through the kingdom with Olaf and his friends, using paint, clay, and more to create many icy masterpieces. We’ll even get in touch with our ice powers and create our very own snow globes and Olaf bobbleheads! This is a camp Frozen fans won’t want to miss! (Kidcreate Studio) Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (3 classes)

MORE Go to the adult class section (page 4) and look for the purple arrow to see what adult classes are open to youth.

(Ages 5–12) Summer is here, and with it comes all of the beautiful summertime flowers! What better way to celebrate than creating masterpieces with your child? Prepare for an evening filled with fun! You and your child will follow easy stepby-step instructions as you create matching floral paintings. Each parent (adult) and child will create their own masterpiece on a real canvas board. (Kidcreate Studio) Tuesday, June 23 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $45 adult/child pair

Parent and Child Create Night—Glow-in-the-Dark Mosaics

This is your chance to paint a portrait of your favorite puppy pal! Come to class ready for some mess making fun! You will use your fingers to paint a portrait of your adorable pooch. (Kidcreate Studio)

(Ages 5–12) Prepare to get a little messy! You and your child will follow easy step-by-step instructions as you create an extra-special mosaic. Air-dry clay, beads, and glowin-the-dark paint will be used to create mosaics that will light up your world. Each parent (adult) and child will create their own mosaic. (Kidcreate Studio)

Friday, July 31 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $45

Tuesday, July 14 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $45 adult/child pair

Paint Your Puppy (Ages 4–9)

Pokémon Art Fun!

(Grades K–5) Calling all Pokémon fans! Join us at this ultimate Pokémon art camp based on the hit series and movie. You’ll have a blast as you explore your creative side bringing virtual designs to life and learning how to draw, paint, collage, and sculpt creatures from Pokémon to take home. You can bring your card collection to class! (Abrakadoodle) Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Sculpture Camp (Grades 3–6)

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Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Masters in Clay Camp

Parent and Child Create Night—Floral Painting NEW

Get ready to work hands-on to build and sculpt original works of art with a focus on three-dimensional design. You will practice a variety of sculpting techniques to create successful 3-D artworks focusing on form, shape, color, and value. Work with fabric, paint, metal, foam and other fun materials to make art you are excited about! You will explore your creativity and learn various hand-building methods to create a unique sculpture. It’s sure to be a “sculptacular” summer! (KidzArt) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Want to teach a Community Ed class next fall? Submit a proposal by May 15. Details at wayzataschools.org/ communityed/about/teach-a-class

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(Ages 4–9) Calling all superheroes and superhero superfans! In this camp, we’ll harness our superpowers as we create art inspired by all of our favorite Marvel stars: Ant-Man, Captain Marvel, and so many more. We’ll even sculpt a Black Panther mask that really glows-inthe-dark! If you think the Marvels are marvelous, this is the camp for you. (Kidcreate Studio)

Mastering the Messy Summer Art Camp

Unlimited Dance Camp

DANCE & THEATER Barbie Ballerina Camp

Studio Arts Academy

(Grades 6-8) This advanced art camp is designed for students who have a level of motivation and dedication to art in many forms. Students will investigate the use of different drawing mediums such as graphite, charcoal, mosaic, silk dyes, and acrylic paints. Please bring a sketchbook to class each day—all other supplies included. (KidzArt) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $165 (4 classes) NEW

Tie-Dye Party (Grades K–6)

This is NOT a project you want your kids doing at home! Send your kids to class to make a tiedyed shirt that they will wear all summer long. Bring a white t-shirt to class. (Kidcreate Studio) Friday, July 24 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $45

Art & Yoga (Grades K–4)

Join us in this exceptional camp that combines art and yoga. We’ll have fun starting our day with yoga poses, followed by amazing art projects where we’ll draw, paint, collage, sculpt with clay, and more. Each day we’ll play yoga games, use breathing and mindfulness techniques, and have a great time unleashing our creativity! Bring a beverage, nut-free snack, and recess attire. (Abrakadoodle) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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Monday, August 24–Thurs, August 27 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $79 (4 classes)

Discover Magic: Green Wand Course (Grades 3-6) NEW

This program builds self-confidence and develops critical communication skills while learning magic. Students will learn eight secret magic principles that make all magic tricks possible, eight custom magic props, eight top-secret file folders, and eight secret words unlocking videos in the online video vault. (Twin Cities Magic Academy)

Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $179 (4 classes)

LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

New villains are stirring up trouble in Auradon! Help bring order back to the kingdom with a musical! Everyone will learn how to put together a professional show from start to finish. Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more! No experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing and lightweight tennis shoes or dance shoes. Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class. (Mayer Arts)

Monday, July 6 –Friday, July 10 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $135 (5 classes)

Glamour Diva Dance Party

(Grades 1–6) Do you love sparkle and glam? Join us for this fun-filled day camp at Dance Unlimited! We will explore and learn several dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop to popular music artists. Additional activities throughout the week will include manicures, craft projects and wearable art, and movie time. Dress ready to move and bring a water bottle, a morning nut-free snack and a nut-free bag lunch each day. Participants will perform for family and friends at 2:30 pm on Thursday. Ballet and tap shoes are strongly encouraged. (Dance Unlimited) Monday, August 17–Thurs, August 20 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $169 (4 classes)

Hip Hop Dance Camp

(Ages 5–12) Get into the Groove! Students will learn hip hop steps and dances to today’s most popular music. Come learn to leap, turn and shine. Students will also learn warmups such as stretching, isolations and across the floor exercises. This class is not only fun but will improve posture, strength, and flexibility in a positive and self-esteem building atmosphere. Dance is proven to not only build strong bodies but strong minds and self-esteem as well! Please bring a nut-free snack and beverage daily. Friends and family are invited to observe the final 15 minutes of the final class. (Mayer Arts) Ages 5–8 Monday, July 13–Friday, July 17 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (5 classes) Ages 8–12 Monday, July 13–Friday, July 17 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (5 classes)

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Monday, June 8–Thursday, June 11 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $169 (4 classes)

Unicorn Princess Dance Camp (Grades K–3)

This camp is full of all things unicorn, princess, and dancing! Join us for ballet and jazz styles of dance in this fun themed camp! We will learn routines to unicorn and princess-inspired music, as well as play fun dance and unicorn dance games. We will also create fun unicorn crafts to take home. Ballet or jazz shoes are encouraged. There will be a performance for family and friends for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $115 (4 classes) HOT

Preschool Dance Camp

(Ages 3–5) A fun week of dancing fun for preschoolers! A great way to introduce dance to young students, with games and fun crafts added in for a camp atmosphere! Boys and girls are welcome. Dance styles will include Ballet, Tap, and Creative Movement along with some basic tumbling. Additional activities include crafts and fun games. Ballet and tap shoes are encouraged. There will be a performance for family and friends for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited)

Ninja Hip Hop Camp

(Grades K–5) Calling all ninjas! Learn basic ninja and hip hop moves, then put them together to create fun routines to upbeat superhero music. Create superhero and ninja crafts and play fun dance games. Wear tennis shoes. Open to boys and girls! We will have a performance for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited) Monday, August 24–Thurs, August 27 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $115 (4 classes)

Monday, August 3–Thursday, August 6 9:30–11:30 a.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $79 (4 classes)

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(Ages 4–8) Bring your favorite Barbie to this fun-filled dance camp! We will dance to princess music, create ballerina outfits for our dolls, and play fun dance games! Ballet, Tap and Creative Movement will be taught. Additional activities will include arts and crafts and fun games. Ballet and tap shoes are encouraged. There will be a performance for family and friends for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance

Descendants 3 Musical Theater (Ages 6–11)

(Grades 1–6) Join us for this fun-filled day camp at Dance Unlimited! We will explore and learn several dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop. Additional activities will include art projects and movie time. Boys and girls of all abilities are welcome, all levels will be challenged and groups will be formed based on age and experience level. Dress ready to move and bring a water bottle, a morning nut-free snack and a nut-free bag lunch each day. Participants will perform for family and friends at 2:30 pm on Thursday. Ballet and tap shoes are encouraged.

Tumbling & Dance Camp— Beginners (Grades 1–6)

JoJo Pop Star Dance Camp (Grades K–5) HOT

Join us for this camp filled with variety and FUN! Learn gymnastics skills as well as dance steps. Additional activities include fitness games and crafts. This camp is designed for students with minimal experience in dance and gymnastics. Wear dance or fitness attire. Ballet or jazz shoes are encouraged. We will have a showcase for family and friends for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited)

Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $115 (4 classes) NEW

Trolls 2 Musical Theater

(Ages 4-8) What happens when you discover there are more troll worlds beyond your own? Come join this epic quest to unite them all in this musical theater camp! Learn music and choreography from Trolls 2 and put together our own musical! Learn how to put together a professional show from start to finish including properly speaking your lines, blocking a scene, developing your character and more! We will also play fun creative games with scarves, animals, and parachutes. No experience necessary. Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class. (Mayer Arts)

Monday, July 20–Friday, July 24 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $135 (5 classes)

LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

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Snow Queen and Friends Musical Theater (Ages 4–8)

What happens when you venture far from your kingdom to find the truth to your icy past? Find out in this class! Learn music and choreography from our favorite frozen sequel and create our own musical! You’ll put together a professional show from start to finish. Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and more! No experience necessary. Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class. (Mayer Arts) Monday, July 6–Friday, July 10 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $135 (5 classes) Monday, July 20–Friday, July 24 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $135 (5 classes)

Monday, August 10–Thurs, August 13 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $125 (4 classes)

HIGH SCHOOL Wayzata Ultimate Frisbee— The Wabbits (Grades 9–12) Wayzata Ultimate - commonly referred to as “The Wabbits”—is a high school level ultimate frisbee team competing in the North Suburban conference and 2018’s Conference Champions. New and returning players are welcome! See the online registration listing for more details. (Coaches Marty McTigue and Joe Rodekuhr)

Practices Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., March 9–May 27 Games Thursdays, 5:30–9:00 p.m. Times and locations are subject to change Wayzata High School $175 includes jersey $135 no jersey (returning players)

Wayzata Badminton Team (Grades 9–12) HOT

Tumbling and Dance Camp— Intermediate/Advanced

(Grades 4–8) Work on dance turns, leaps, jumps, along with walkovers, aerials, flips, and flexibility skills. Minimum skills participants should have before enrolling in this camp include cartwheel, handstand, backbend, and knowledge and experience with basic dance steps. Challenges and modifications will be given for various ability levels. We will also set goals, create crafts, and play fitness games. Wear a leotard and footless tights. Jazz or lyrical shoes are required. We will have a showcase for family and friends for the last 15 minutes on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited)

Monday, August 10–Thurs, August 13 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Dance Unlimited–Wayzata $125 (4 classes)

This year there are two options for Badminton! We are offering a Training Team for those interested in playing competitively in the future and are seriously interested in advancing in the sport of Badminton. We are also offering a Club Team for those interested in improving their skills and playing in a more casual atmosphere. Both options are co-ed and open to all Wayzata High School students.

Unified Summer Sports Camp (Grades 9-12) NEW

Welcome to Unified Summer Camp! This camp is for students who enjoy being physically active and want to live healthier, happier lives. It provides a unique opportunity for students with and without disabilities to come together through ongoing educational and physical activities. This camp focuses on the physical, intellectual and social growth for all participants. Engaging in physical activity and sport alongside peers with and without disabilities foster important social relationships. Summer activities may include, team building, social skills, soccer, basketball, cornhole, badminton, softball and more! Please join us for a fun, active, and inclusive Unified Summer Camp! (Shelby

Club Team Tuesdays and Fridays, April 14–May 22 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Wayzata High School—Gym 7, 8 $79

Register for classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction through A+ Driving School. Take your classes at Wayzata High School.

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Monday, June 8–Thursday, June 11 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Wayzata High School WHS–Gym 5,6 $89 (4 classes) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Wayzata High School WHS–Gym 5,6 $89 (4 classes)

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Training Team Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., April 13–May 22 Fridays, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. No class April 24 and May 8 Wayzata High Schoo—Gym 7,8 $79

Driver’s Ed at Wayzata High School

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MORE Go to the adult class section (page 4) and look for the purple arrow to see what adult classes are open to youth.

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A Community Ed Partnership Opportunity

YOUTH

Learn fun dance steps and routines to your favorite JoJo songs! Dance styles will include jazz & hip hop. We will also create JoJo inspired crafts and of course a big bow to wear for our performance at the end of the week! Ballet or jazz shoes are encouraged. There will be a performance for family and friends for the last 15 minutes of class on Thursday. (Dance Unlimited)

SPECIAL INTERESTS Camp Entrepreneur

Students in this class will learn all aspects of repairing and rebuilding bikes including gears, brakes, wheel truing and re-greasing. Demonstrations will be done on bikes supplied by the instructor. Basic physics will be explained in the demonstration, including simple machines, gears, levers, and mechanical advantage. Students will work on bikes donated by local police departments and be able to keep the bikes and bring them home after class! The instructor will provide all tools and cleaning materials. (John Dempsey) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $69 (4 classes) HOT

Project Runway ‘20

(Grades 4–8) Sweet summer projects! A treschic skirt, tie-top blouse, headband, and more. No experience necessary. Students will make, showcase, and take home all their projects. Hand and machine sewing techniques are taught with safety first always in mind. The final day is a showcase where friends and family are invited to see the projects in action. (Youth Enrichment League)

Monday, August 3–Friday, August 7 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (5 classes)

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(TechTacToe)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $229 (4 classes)

Get In Gear For Summer—Family Fun Day NEW

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(All Ages) Get in gear for summer at our family fun day! Bike Rodeo, Yard Games, Kid’s DJ, Sweet Treats And More! Saturday, June 13 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park FREE

(Ages 11–18) Learn about child development and handling emergencies, including choking, first aid, preventing accidents, safety, feeding, diapering and more. The responsibilities of the babysitter, as well as the expectations of parents are also covered. Participants will receive a Red Cross certificate, a babysitter’s handbook, a CD and a handy emergency guide. Students must attend both classes in their entirety to receive certification. Bring a doll to all classes, and a pencil, along with a nut-free snack, nut-free lunch, and water bottle. Saturdays July 11 and July 18 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Wayzata High School $95 (2 classes)

Bee Camp—Science, Geography, Spelling, and Math (Grades 3–8)

A little competition can inspire students to greater achievement! This is a fun, exciting and extremely effective camp to help students achieve higher levels of speed and accuracy with their spelling, science, geography, and math skills. Camp will end with a friendly competition where campers will get to demonstrate their knowledge in the areas of Math, Science, Geography, and Spelling. Both novice and experienced participants can be challenged and entertained in this camp. Students will be grouped based on their level of maturity. Instructors are supported by high school and college students for more individualization and small group work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

Spelling and Vocabulary Camp (Grades 2–8)

Grandmasters of Chess Summer Camp with Igor Rybakov (Grades 1–6) HOT

All levels welcome! Igor Rybakov is chess in Minnesota. His classes are dynamic; his students are dedicated and hard to beat; his teams have more trophies than Michael Phelps has Olympic Medals! Youth Enrichment League (YEL) chess classes help students to expand their knowledge of chess and develop their understanding of strategy through a variety of dynamic lesson plans. We will have ‘down’ time where students will get their pulse-pounding with some outdoor or gym exercise. Parents please provide a nut-free lunch for students and a nut-free snack for those attending full-day. (Youth Enrichment League)

Monday, July 6–Friday, July 10 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (5 classes) Monday, July 6–Friday, July 10 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $269 (5 classes)

Etiquette, Manners, Social Skills, Oh My! (Ages 7–11)

This fun, hands-on class teaches children life-long skills that build their confidence in social situations. Children learn important skills such as how to confidently greet others and make polite conversation. They will also learn to demonstrate good table manners and set a proper table. This interactive course includes games and role-playing activities. (Nicki Black) Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $115 (3 classes) Wednesday, July 15–Friday, July 17 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $115 (3 classes)

Storytelling with Bob Gasch—Seasons at Grandma and Grandpa’s Farm (All Ages) NEW

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Magic Show

(All Ages) Join Twin Cities Magic Academy for this FREE magic show! Hudson, the master magician, will dazzle us with his tricks. (Hudson Master Magician)

Saturday, June 13 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Wayzata Great Lawn FREE

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Join us on the Great Lawn in downtown Wayzata for storytelling with master storyteller Bob Gasch. Bob’s storytelling ability will captivate audiences of all ages as he tells tales of rural traditions and the life-style of an old fashioned family farm during the various seasons—planting the seeds and milking the cows and the big summer picnics. All ages are welcome. (Bob Gasch)

Don’t miss this winning camp where learning is spelled F-U-N! Spell checkers are wonderful tools, but can they take away the importance of a child knowing how to spell? Here’s the chance for your child to learn how to be a good speller. This camp is designed to prepare students to attain proficiency in the English language. It will end with a spelling bee competition where the campers will get to demonstrate their knowledge. They will gain tournament experience and skills that will help them become a dominant speller! Campers will be divided into developmentally appropriate groups. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

Puppeteer Dianne Gasch on the Great Lawn NEW

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(All Ages) Join us on the Great Lawn in downtown Wayzata as Puppeteer, Dianne Gasch, captivates audience members with her amazing stories and 9 foot tall puppets! All ages are welcome. (Dianne Gasch) Friday, June 19 10:00 a.m.–10:40 a.m. Wayzata Great Lawn FREE

Wednesday, July 15 10:00 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Wayzata Great Lawn FREE

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Bicycle Repair and Rebuilding (Grades 5–8)

(Grades 2–6) Unravel your child’s millionaire mindset and passion for entrepreneurship! This fun-filled hands-on camp provides your child with key business ideas and strategies through experiential activities and creative play. They leave having enjoyed a fun-filled, action-packed week while learning important life-lessons, too. Through marketing, sales and finance games and activities, your child will learn how to bring a business concept into reality. Kids make “Entrepreneur Bucks” throughout the camp, earn interest and turn the money they make into exciting prizes, which they’ll love. The camp includes fun games and STEM activities as well. Please bring nut-free snacks, nutfree lunch, and beverage each day.

Babysitter Training Course: Red Cross Certified

(Grades 2–7) The Scholar’s ReadingPath is a long-term program to attain mastery in English. It helps students to excel in reading and writing right from elementary phonics to in-depth comprehension of classical literature. Through the program, students will become independent readers with an appropriate balance mapped to their Lexile score. The students will progress through various levels in their packets at their own pace, strengthening their reading and writing skills and building on their vocabulary and comprehension. ReadingPath in action will enable measurable student progress. The program also prepares students for standardized tests to measure Verbal, Quantitative, and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Highlights of the Program include: • Classwork in phonics, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling • Critical Reading made easy by making it fun and creative • Daily assignments to enhance the learning • Assessments to identify gaps and measure growth • Progression based on proficiency Students will need approximately 30 minutes to complete the in-class work. In addition to the Wednesday classes, students will have web work assigned that includes assignments and assessments. Center for Academic Excellence)

Summer Band 2020

(Grades 7–9) For students entering 7-9 grades who have participated in a middle school band program. Rehearse and perform pop, jazz, movie and patriotic music. We will focus on sectional (like-instrument) rehearsals for focused on concert music as well as best-practices for individual instruments. Group games and team building activities led by summer band staff. Intro to marching band-style of performance on final day of camp. Concert performance on Thursday June 18, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in Wayzata High School Auditorium. (WPS Band Teachers)

Monday, June 15–Friday, June 19 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata High School $129 (5 classes)

ReadingWiz: Summer Extension (Grades 2–5)

ReadingWiz is a long-term program to attain mastery in English. It helps students to excel in reading and writing right from the elementary phonics level to in-depth comprehension of classical literature. Through the program, students will become independent readers with an appropriate balance mapped to their Lexile score. Students will progress through various levels at their own pace, strengthening their reading and writing skills, and build on their vocabulary and comprehension. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work.

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SafeKids 101: Preparing Kids to Stay Safe at Home and in the Community

(Ages 8–13) Does your child want to stay home alone after school or in the summer? With SafeKids 101 you will feel more confident about their safety at home and in the community. This program is chock-full of important safety principles and is a fun way to learn important safety principles for emergencies your children could come across while home alone. Highlights include answering the door or telephone, storm and fire emergencies, dog emergencies, stranger danger, basic first aid, and choking emergencies and fun, safe activities to do while home alone. (Annika Marie Olson) Wednesday, July 22 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

(Center for Academic Excellence)

Wednesdays, June 10–June 24 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $57 (3 classes)

Tuesdays, June 9–June 30 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes)

Wednesdays, July 8–July 29 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $68 (4 classes)

Tuesdays, July 7–July 28 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes)

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LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

Speech, Debate and Creative Writing (Grades 2–7)

What’s the point of having a million brilliant ideas if you can’t communicate through them effectively? Speech and debate offers an unmatched way for young students to learn to engage with each other and communicate in front of an audience. Initiating these critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills solidifies the foundation on which students can flourish, both academically and socially. This camp is a perfect introduction to the rewards and exhilaration of communication with the objective of cultivating a love for speech and debate. Each of the camps in this series are distinct in content and scope. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work.

Amazing Athletes

(Ages 3-5) Let’s get active while learning new sports and skills! Develop your child’s motor skills, handeye coordination, cardiovascular fitness and more through Amazing Athletes. In this course, we will cover 10 sports: baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, football, basketball, soccer, golf, hockey, tennis and track and field. Each 35-minute class encompasses two different developmental sports, muscle identification, and nutrition lessons, using fun activities so they can build their skills at their own pace, in a non-competitive atmosphere. (Amazing Athletes) Mondays, June 15–July 13 9:00 a.m.–9:35 a.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $75 (5 classes) Thursdays, June 18–July 16 9:00 a.m.–9:35 a.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $75 (5 classes)

Archery for All Ages

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Workshop I Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

(Ages 8+) Archers of all ages are welcome! Parents and grandparents don’t just watch, join the fun! We will focus on learning eye dominance, range rules, safety rules, scoring, and fundamentals! Equipment is provided. Come have some fun while learning a great sport that any and ALL can enjoy for a lifetime! (Shelby McChesney)

Workshop II Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes) Workshop III Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Wayzata Public Works Building $95 (4 classes) $180 per pair (4 classes)

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Archery Summer Camp

(Grades 3–8) This beginner Archery series will focus on learning eye dominance, range rules, safety rules, scoring, and fundamentals! Equipment is provided. Come have some fun while learning a great sport that any and ALL can enjoy for a lifetime! (Shelby McChesney) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 10:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Wayzata Public Works Building $95 (4 classes) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Wayzata Public Works Building $95 (4 classes)

Cat’s Kids Yoga (Grades K–5)

Classes are well rounded with movement and mindfulness. We will work on strength building, flexibility, mental focus, concentration, inner awareness and teamwork! Classes consist of exercise, mindful breathing, social-emotional skills, calm down techniques, body awareness, music, and games. Jump in one class or all three. Get healthy from the INSIDE out! (Cat’s Kids Yoga) Thursday, June 18 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Wayzata Shaver Park $29 Thursday, July 16 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Wayzata Shaver Park $29 Tuesday, August 4 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Wayzata Shaver Park $29

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Scholars ReadingPath: Summer Extension

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Pickleball–Youth Beginner (Grades 5-7)

Stay active this summer with the fun and fast growing sport of Pickleball! Learn a new sport while enjoying the summer weather. Equipment is provided. (Todd Brandell)

Tuesdays, June 16–July 7 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $49 (4 classes) Tuesdays, July 14–August 4 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $49 (4 classes)

Pickleball–Youth Intermediate (Grades 8-10) NEW

Stay active this summer with the fun and fast growing sport of Pickleball! Learn a new sport while enjoying the summer weather. Equipment is provided. (Todd Brandell)

Tuesdays, June 16–July 7 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $49 (4 classes) Tuesdays, July 14–August 4 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $49 (4 classes)

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication, and curriculum. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition, we provide exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents. (Soccer Shots) Mini (Age 2) Wednesdays, June 24–August 12 9:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. No class July 1 Wayzata Klapprich Park $119.00 (7 classes) Saturdays, June 27–August 15 9:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. No class July 4 Wayzata Klapprich Park $119.00 (7 classes)

Classic (Ages 3–5) Wednesdays, June 24–August 12 9:35 a.m.–10:05 a.m. No class July 1 Wayzata Klapprich Park $119 (7 classes) Saturdays, June 27–August 15 9:35 a.m.–10:05 a.m. No class July 4 Wayzata Klapprich Park $119 (7 classes)

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Stars Tennis Camp— Little Stars (Ages 4-6) NEW

This class is for our youngest players. We emphasize agility, balance, and coordination. Movement and tracking skills will give the kids the ability to properly handle a racquet and ball. We feel that this foundation will be instrumental in their long term success playing tennis. FUN and SUCCESS is our goal! If a day is canceled due to rain we will hold a makeup class on Friday. (Carlson Tennis)

Monday, June 8–Thursday, June 11 9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $65 (4 classes) Monday, August 10–Thurs, August 13 9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $65 (4 classes)

Stars Tennis Camp– Rising Stars (Ages 7-8) NEW

The goal of this class is control. We will split this group into two levels, past players and beginners. The kids will enjoy playing games and rallying the ball back and forth while working on technique and tactics. These kids will play games with rallying by the 2nd lesson and the final day will be full of games and competitions. If a day is canceled due to rain we will hold a makeup class on Friday. (Carlson Tennis)

Monday, June 8–Thursday, June 11 9:45 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) Monday, August 10–Thurs, August 13 9:45 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes)

Stars Tennis Camp— Future Stars (Ages 9-10) NEW

We will split this group into two levels based on ability; however everyone will be rallying from the first day. Our emphasis for these kids is to get them to rally the ball and understand the fundamentals of the forehand and backhand groundstrokes, volleys, and serve. If a day is canceled due to rain we will hold a makeup class on Friday. (Carlson Tennis)

Monday, June 8–Thursday, June 11 10:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) Monday, August 10–Thurs, August 13 10:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m. Wayzata Bell Courts Park $75 (4 classes) NEW

TGA Golf

(Grades K–4) Teach. Grow. Achieve. TGA brings the golf course to you, making it convenient to learn and play golf in a fun and safe environment. Kid-friendly instructors help you develop golf skills and knowledge while using the sport to teach valuable life lessons like honesty and sportsmanship. Best of all, top-notch equipment and training materials are provided. All skill levels have the chance to come out and play with TGA! (TGA)

Kung Fu–Wu Shu (Ages 5+) Not just a punching, kicking, self-defense class. Kung Fu teaches awareness of self and surroundings and improves self-esteem and confidence. Join a fun, full participation class that focuses on helping students develop leadership, discipline, concentration and coordination skills for a healthy mind and body. Improve your coordination, strength, flexibility and endurance. Learn the lifelong benefits of Kung Fu, the Chinese art of self-defense and fitness, from a Hong Kong champion. Class is designed for youth beginners ages 5 and older and adults. Parents, don’t just sit on the sideline. Register and participate with your child in class. Wear loose comfortable clothing to class. Optional uniforms and certification for white to black belt available at class for additional fee. Instruction is supervised, but may not be delivered directly by Al Lam. (National Treasure Kung Fu)

Beginner to Orange Belt Tuesdays, June 16–July 21 6:30 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Wayzata High School $85 (6 classes) HOT

Green to 2nd Purple Belt Tuesdays, June 16–July 21 7:15 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $85 (6 classes) 3rd Purple to Black Belt Tuesdays, June 16–July 21 8:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m. Wayzata High School $85 (6 classes)

Fencing Summer Camp

(Grades 2–12) New and returning students invited. Youth Enrichment League {YEL!} fencing has evolved. Olympic Coach Ro Sobalvarro now heads up {YEL!}’s curriculum, instructor training, and tournament consultation. Coach Sobalvarro brings with him an immense knowledge of youth, national and international fencing. We keep it fun, too. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and armbands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates, and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete!” (Youth Enrichment League) Grades 2-5 Monday, July 27–Friday, July 31 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $165 (5 classes) Grades 6-12 Monday, July 27–Friday July 31 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $165 (5 classes)

Mondays and Wednesdays July 13–July 29 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $115 (6 classes)

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Soccer Shots

Advanced Minecraft: Command Block (Grades 3–7)

STEM 3D Engineering: Architectural Engineering

Elementary Track & Field

(Ages 5–12) The Wayzata High School Track and Field Coaches are offering track meet events for boys and girls in grades K-6. Students will be divided by age group, with the youngest age groups starting first. Ribbons will be awarded to the first six placers in each race. Participants need to bring running shoes and a water bottle. All participants registered by JUNE 1st will receive a track t-shirt on the first day of the meet. Parents are expected to stay for the entire event to supervise their children. (Aaron Berndt)

Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (3 classes)

(Grades 3–7) This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish. Students will design 3D objects using TinkerCAD, and use the 3D slicing program Cura to bring their creations to life. From industrial design and manufacturing to software and hardware engineering, the 3D printing industry is booming. This is an excellent introduction to 3D printing and is ideal for students who like to draw, design, imagine and see their creations come to life. (Tech Academy) Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (3 classes)

Wednesdays, June 3–June 24 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata High School Stadium $15 (4 classes)

3D Printing: Build Your Own Robot (Grades 3–7) NEW

LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

Learn the ropes of 3D modeling and printing! Use 3D pens to understand printing in plastic and use CAD software (computer-aided design) to design parts for their robot to be 3D printed. At the end of the week, you will have a dc-motor-powered robot to take home. (Engineering for Kids) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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Buggy for Bugs

(Ages 4–6 adult attends with child) Are you buggy for bugs? Do you like the creepy crawlers of the immense insect world? Then join us as we investigate the life cycles of these amazing creatures as you weave a web, play games, and more in this fun, hands-on parent (or favorite adult) and child class. (Science Explorers)

Wednesday, June 10 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $19 adult/child pair

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Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

(Grades 3–7) 111 years ago airplanes had not even made their first flight, yet today we can fly to the other side of the world in 12 hours! It is thanks to advances in technology that we are able to explore so much of the world. Over the next few days, teams work together to see who is able to travel the farthest around the world. This trek around the world will require students to design their very own boat, plane, and even a rocket! (Engineering For Kids)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Amazing Boat Engineering

(Grades 1–5) All aboard! Summer and water go together and what better way to have a blast than building boats that actually float using LEGO® bricks?! Use your engineering mind to construct boats with different propulsion systems, from paddles to propellers and much more. You’ll be using LEGO© Technic pieces and electric motors to build the fastest boat. Then you’ll captain your boat to race it against friends. This is a summer fungineering adventure you’ll never forget! LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this class. (TechTacToe) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Coding in Scratch® Jr.

(Grades K–3) Programming and coding are becoming necessary skills for various fields of engineering. Many of today’s engineers spend most of their time in front of a computer: processing, analyzing, and extracting data to help them design, test, and improve products and tools. With coding and programming knowledge, today’s engineers can work faster and come up with more creative design solutions that otherwise would be out of reach without programming. Scratch® Jr. introduces children to programming in a logical way by opening the door to the world of programming. Just as any student can be an engineer, any student can program! (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Coding Web Apps

Battle Royale Game Coding

(Grades 4–8) Tech Academy Battle Royale inspired by Fortnite! Join us for an exciting week of game coding! Create your own battle royale game for you and your friends to join. Customize the map, set your characters, and create upgrades to scatter across the world by learning coding and game design. Use your skills to achieve a Victory Royale. Bring a USB drive on the last day to save your games, or they can be emailed to parents. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

(Grades 3–7) App development has increased manifold in the past 5 years due to lower costs and easier access to essential tools, so give your engineer the knowledge to stay ahead in today’s technological society. We’re offering a unique experience in which students get to code, test, and create their own apps in real-time using an easy-to-understand format. The best part about this program is that they’ll be able to save their created apps right to their (or your own) devices for play anywhere, anytime! (Engineering for Kids)

Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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(Grades K–3) Bring your imagination to life. Become a master bricklayer and use our special architectural LEGO® kits to build your creations. Be an architect as you learn the principles of construction. The main goal is to introduce the concept of 3 dimensions and its role in design. Working in teams, students will construct buildings, structures, towers, castles, and more. (Tech Academy)

3D Printing and CAD

Get ready to wire up your Minecraft worlds with command blocks and Redstone! Even if you’re a seasoned Minecraft pro, there’s plenty for you 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. Learn to spawn creatures, teleport all over your world, and make multiplayer games. (Tech Academy)

Amazing Race

Claytastic Circuits with Lights (Grades K–3)

Computer Programming Python™ I (Grades 3–8)

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Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Code Your Superhero

(Grades 2–5) New to coding? This is the perfect camp for you! Using a friendly programming language developed by MIT, tiptoe into the powerful world of programming as you create a video game where you can control your favorite superhero! This is an amazing camp to develop a great love and interest in programming. Basic Windows and keyboarding skills are recommended. (TechTacToe)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Did you know that sites like YouTube, Dropbox, and Instagram are coded in Python™? If you want to create your own site and share your innovation with the world, it is time to start learning Python™! Designed for the beginning programmer, this is an introduction to computer science and coding in Python™, a coding language widely used in the software industry. No prior programming experience is needed. Our campers receive a healthy mix of interactive learning and fun throughout the camp. There will be opportunities to play computer concept based games and participate in other fun activities. Instructors are supported by high school and college students for more individualization and small group work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 3-5 Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes) Grades 6-8 Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

Young Scientist Roundtable If you love science, you’ll love this series.

Computer Programming Python™ II (Grades 3–8)

Learn Python™ as your first programming language. Designed for a beginning programmer, this is an introduction to computer science and coding in Python™, a coding language widely used in the software industry. Coders will work on projects that are level appropriate and be introduced to mobile app development. Learn how to create an Android project with Android Studio and run a debuggable version of the app. Even though this camp is independent in its content, students from the Python I camp can continue from where they left off. No prior programming experience is needed. Instructors are supported by high school and college students for more individualization and small group work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 3-5 Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes) Grades 6-8 Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes)

Presentations by leading experts in the field of science, followed by a roundtable discussion—with you at the table. Open to students and adults of all ages. All programs are free. No registration required. Details at www.wayzataschools.org/ communityed/youth/ysr

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Learn the fundamentals of Java, one of the most relevant and long-standing programming languages in the world today. All the basic concepts of Java are introduced in a fun and engaging manner. The course covers all the essentials like variables, arithmetic and logical operations, string manipulation, arrays, and functions. Students will be introduced to advanced topics like object oriented programming and GUI interfaces. No prior programming experience needed. Instructors are supported by high school and college students for more individualization and small group work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

Crazy Gears and Wheels

(Grades K–3) If you love LEGO®, making things move, building, and experimenting – this class is for you. Learn about engineering and the physical science principles behind different action machines. Working in teams, students will build crazy wheeled and geared contraptions that spring into action. Have fun while you learn the principles of mechanical engineering and simple machines. Make tops, spinners, zip lines, rubber band-powered cars, crimping cars, and other crazy contraptions. (Tech Academy) Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Crazy Concoctions and Insane Inventions

(Grades K–3) Are you ready to have a messy, fun summer? Explore chemical reactions in a fun, slimy way as you create all kinds of ooey, gooey, sticky, bouncy, slimey, mixtures. Be challenged to solve fun engineering problems and so much more. All the mess stays behind and fun memories and learning go home! (TechTacToe)

Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

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Crystals and Glitz Lab

(Grades 1–4) Ever wanted to grow your own crystals? Learn why crystals are magical reflectors of light and the science behind them. In this camp, where science meets fun, we’ll have a blast with a wide range of activities; like growing crystals, creating enchanting crystal accessories like pendants and rings as well as many other fun experiments where we’ll explore the science behind crystals and light. Add a pinch of imagination as you create your own packages to take home your personal creations. (TechTacToe)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

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Learn to make your own magic dough and learn about conductivity! In this camp, we’ll create fun creatures and get them to light up! This is a great way for kids to get introduced to the magic power of electricity as we learn about conductivity, parallel/series circuits, and so much more! This camp also includes many fun STEM activities for a stemtastic summer. (TechTacToe)

Computer Science: Java Programming (Grades 5–8)

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Digital Film Production for YouTube (Grades 4–8)

Learn how to create YouTube content! Shoot videos, edit sound and create an online presence with YouTube. YouTube is the top destination for online videos. Learn tricks that pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sounds. Edit your video, add transitions, insert a soundtrack, capture a video gaming session. Then share your finished video with the world. Students will have their own computers to edit with but will share video equipment. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Disaster Engineering

(Grades 3–8) Hurricanes, tornadoes, and other destructive weather events highlight the role of engineers in improving forecasts and reducing the toll from natural disasters. Join our Disaster Engineering camp to brainstorm ideas and then use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine projects to avoid or minimize the impact of natural disasters like guiding search & rescue robots, measuring wind speeds and designing sturdier buildings. (Engineering For Kids)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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(Grades 3–8) Creative engineering with real impact! You have the power to design a better world! Join our Engineering for Good Camp to create an invention that makes a difference! Invent ways to contain an oil spill, engineer a new beak for an injured eagle, build a wind turbine, and more! You will brainstorm ideas and then use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine your creations. On the last day, you create your own invention that will make a difference, present your unique product to your peers and explain what you’ve invented and how it can help make life better for the customer. Bring your passion for good and ideas to create a better world! (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Engineering: Solar, Hydro, and Wind Powered

(Grades 4–8) Combine engineering and alternative energy (solar, hydro, and wind)! Build cars, cranes, drawbridges, etc. from LEGO® kits and operate them using alternative energy sources. Students working in teams will experiment with wind, water, and solar panels, resulting in a high-powered, high-energy course! Projects include waterwheel, windmill, Ferris wheel, and solar car. Students achieve an understanding of how energy is developed from the sun, wind, and water. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $129 (4 classes)

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Emergency Room 101

(Grades 1–5) In the Emergency Room, you will become a student doctor as you learn about the human body and basic first aid through plenty of hands-on activities. You will explore the respiratory, circulatory, and skeletal systems, plus learn the importance of mucus and other gross stuff that your body produces to keep you healthy. Also, you will participate in mock emergency situations, create a basic first aid kit, and more when you join us in the emergency room. (Science Explorers)

Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $95 (3 classes)

Engineering Wizards

(Grades 3–8) The Ministry of Magic is inviting all aspiring wizards to this extraordinary camp. Each day, students participate in engineering challenges to earn points for their houses like creating the farthest-reaching Golden Snitch Launcher and the fastest Gringott Cart to reach the vaults. At the end of the week, the house with the most points is awarded the house cup, a great honor! (Engineering For Kids) Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

(Grades 3–8) Have you ever wondered what you would do to save yourself from the zombie apocalypse? Students will find themselves the lone survivors of the zombie apocalypse and learn that the undead are coming to find them. The challenge is to stay alive until scientists find a cure. Be careful! One bite and you will become one of them. They will work in teams and use the Engineering Design Process to create projects to help them make the best choices for their own and their classmates’ survival. (Engineering for Kids)

Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence & Augmented Reality NEW

(Grades 3–7) Dive into more advanced computer science topics that include artificial intelligence and augmented reality coding. Computers are getting smarter every day due to advances in machine learning algorithms. Coders can teach computers to recognize faces, play games, and find patterns. We will create a chatbot, Rock, Paper, Scissors game, and more. We’ll expand our knowledge and code an augmented reality game. (Tech Academy) Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Extreme Chemistry: Mystery Challenges

Explorers)

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (4 classes) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (4 classes)

Fantastic Electric Toys

(Grades 2–5) Build an RC car to take home and more! It’s time to have a blast using lightbulbs, wires, LED’s, and so much more for an electrifying summer. This camp explores circuits and the power of electricity as you create super cool electrical toys - to take home! From an RC car, to an “operations room” game, to a buzzer game and many more fun STEM projects. Please bring a USB Jump Drive to save your work. (TechTacToe)

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(Grades 2–5) Are you ready to get messy with some extreme chemistry experiments? Then step into the science lab to solve our mystery challenges. You will need to investigate polymers, rates of reaction, density, chemical indicators, and more to help solve the mysteries. Our classes are hands-on...so be sure to dress for a mess! (Science

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Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $169 (4 classes) NEW

Extreme Robotics: Battlebot Olympics (Grades 3–7)

Students will work in small teams using the EV3 Mindstorms Robotic Systems and specialized LEGO® Technic engineering components to build extreme robots and use programs to experiment with and overcome Olympic-style challenges. Students will then be challenged to morph their projects into better, stronger, or faster robots. Possible robotic projects include Shot Put Launcher, Flipping Gymnast, Sumobot, and more. (Tech Academy)

Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Forbidden Projects

(Grades 3–6) WARNING: This course contains intense projects using LEGO® bricks and is not intended for the faint at heart. Experience rare projects, designed using LEGO® bricks: A ping-pong launcher; A High-Velocity LEGO® brick Dispenser; A Candy Coated Catapult and more. Students will work in pairs to build a different project each day. They will use those projects to investigate basic engineering concepts and to compete in kid-friendly contests with classmates. NOTE to PARENTS: These projects are safe. Don’t let the title rattle you. It is a fun, “high-velocity” course. (Youth Enrichment League)

Monday, June 15–Friday, June 19 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (5 classes)

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Engineering for Good

Game Modding with Unity

Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Girls That Code

(Grades 3–7) Learn to code in this all-girls class. We offer a unique learning environment designed to introduce girls to fundamental coding concepts in a collaborative and supportive environment. Students will be creating a game with unique backgrounds and characters. This is a great introduction to the principles of game design and interactive storytelling. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Gateway Academy Engineering Summer Camp

(Grades 6–8) This summertime camp experience prepares students for the rigors of high school science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) classes. The critical thinking, creative problem-solving and collaboration skills that campers learn at Gateway Academy will benefit them for a lifetime. This camp uses the Project Lead the Way project-based, hands on and real–world problem–solving approach to STEM learning that’s designed to nurture kids’ imaginations, inspire creativity and develop self-confidence. Each student will create a t-shirt to take home and be provided with two snacks each day. Please email scott.tordeur@wayzataschools.org with any questions regarding camp activities or curriculum. (Scott Tordeur) Monday, June 15–Friday, June 19 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Wayzata High School $65 (5 classes)

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Going Bananaaas Toylab (Grades K–4) NEW

The Minions are opening up their lab for a week of fun experiments and inventions! Every day, students use the Engineering Design Process to create a new toy, like an ooze ball, foostastic toy, kaleidoscope, magnet maze, and more! Students develop 21st Century skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and cooperation while having fun! (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Intro to Coding

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Hacking Minecraft

(Grades 3–7) New mods explored! Minecraft, one of the most popular video games in history, offers an amazing world of endless possibilities limited only by your imagination. This class is for intermediate and advanced Minecrafters. Students will learn how to expand their world’s abilities using popular game-enhancing mods. Participate in building challenges. We will also explore creating and editing skins and textures using Gimp. (Tech Academy)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Intro to Building (Ages 4–6)

Let your child’s imagination run wild. In this educational hands-on class, young students will build models that move. Children will explore gear actions, in addition to swinging, spinning, rotating, and linear motion. We will start with 2D models and progress to 3D Models. This class teaches children about the motions we see every day. We will be using the Kid K’nex® Educational Kits. NOTE: Students must be toilet trained. (Tech Academy)

Friday, June 19 9:00–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

(Ages 4–6) Our hands-on exploration of coding introduces students to the basic concepts of programming, math & problem-solving. We will work on small coding projects, each designed to teach core programming concepts. Students will be completing their very own technical feats, and arming themselves with the computer science experience and know-how to prepare for a future working with technology. NOTE: Students must be toilet trained. (Tech Academy)

Intro to Robotics (Ages 4–6)

Young children love to explore and learn! In this unique class, they learn to do just that. This course is a great all-around adventure for the youngest learners. Students will program a floor robot that can draw, and even make music. NOTE: Students must be toilet trained. (Tech Academy) Friday, July 17 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

Friday, June 12 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

Intro to Engineering

(Ages 4–6) Learn the fundamentals of engineering and building with special LEGO® Technic™ DUPLO® bricks! Students working in pairs will build simple machines that really work, using gears, levers, and pulleys, while building fine motor skills. Learn through play and exploration! NOTE: Students must be toilet trained. (Tech Academy) Friday, July 10 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

(Ages 4–6) Introducing Kinderbots, a new program using the award-winning LEGO© Wedo™ Robotics Systems. Our program is aimed at fostering creativity through science and technology in younger children. Our program has a strong focus on introducing simple engineering and technology concepts in a fun, hands-on way. NOTE: Students must be toilet trained. (Tech Academy)

Intro to Game Coding

(Grades 1–4) New Game Tutorial! Learn to create interactive 2D video games using your favorite characters. Choose characters from Undertale, Pokemon, Nintendo, Minecraft, and even classic characters like Donkey Kong, Pac Man, Sonic, and Mario! In the first class, we will learn to use Scratch® and in the final session, students will be walked through creating a maze game and picking which main character to use. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day, or they can be emailed to parents. (Tech Academy)

LUNCH BUNCH

Intro to Robotic Building

Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Friday, June 26 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $35

Intro to Video Game Design with Nintendo Characters

(Grades K–3) Love video games? Create your own video game! Students as young as five years old can create their own platform video games in this cool class! Choose your storyline with popular Nintendo characters as your stars. Add challenges and levels of difficulty, then share your game by email or post it on the web to challenge family and friends. Now 5-8 year-olds can practice math, logic, and programming and put their video game talents to work! The game will be in an animated Flash format, viewable in most internet browsers. Bring a jump drive to the last day of class, or files can be emailed to parents. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

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(Grades 4–7) Students will learn to use Unity, a powerful programming suite used by professionals and indie game developers, to make and mod micro-video games. We’ll make speed booster pad, custom triggers, track twists, animations, and more. Learn to make video games more fun by creating custom modifications. The software is available to download at home for free. Please bring a USB drive to class. (Tech Academy)

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Jr. Engineering In the Ocean

(Grades 3–7) Newly Updated Coding Projects! In this camp, we will be creating custom armor, items, and blocks. Learn to mod Minecraft using Java and the Forge API and customize your gaming experience. Students will be introduced to coding concepts and learn how to use Eclipse, a professional tool for editing and debugging code. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding, and, of course, playing Minecraft! At the end of the class, take home your Mods to share with family and friends. (Tech Academy) Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Jr. Engineering: Full Speed Ahead (Grades K–4)

Zero to sixty in two seconds?! How fast can an object go without compromising safety? Students in this camp will work with their Pit Crew to design and build things that go fast, such as cars, roller coasters, zip lines, and rockets. On your mark, get set, go! (Engineering For Kids)

Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Jr. Engineering: Science of Superpowers (Grades K–4)

The world of comic books is full of heroes, villains, challenges, and triumphs - and the heroes need help! Ready to see just what it takes to be super? In this camp, students answer the call for aid by dissecting superhero skill-sets to uncover the science behind superpowers. Through a week of hands-on exercises and projects, students fly alongside Superman, sling webs with Spider-Man, and recognize the real-life heroes of our world. (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Jr. Engineering: Theme Parks (Grades K–3)

Have a blast using LEGO® Techics® Engineering Kits to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in a team-based environment. During each session, we will be exploring new engineering principles such as gears, wheels, levers, and pulleys. Then we will build working theme park rides and machines that reinforce concepts learned. After each building project, students will customize, share, compete in challenges and enjoy experimenting with their creations. Possible models include Catapult Games, Crazy Floors, Merry-Go-Rounds, GoKarts, Moving Clowns, Popcorn Carts, and more. (Tech Academy) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Jr. Engineering: The Great Outdoors (Grades K–3)

Pack your bags and lace up your hiking boots engineers! At Camp Kelvin, we are engineering designs to help us explore the great outdoors. Construct a tent, engineer your own survival pack, make smores in your own solar oven, and more! Join us for a week of fun and adventure where everyone goes home a happy camper! (Engineering For Kids)

Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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Smash! Crash! BOOM! Students in this camp enjoy building and breaking! They will use the Engineering Design Process to create a wrecking ball, a catapult, constructing safety mechanisms to protect a raw egg from impact, and more! Put on your hard hat and safety goggles and join the fun! (Engineering For Kids)

Monday, August 3–Thurs, August 6 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Jr. Engineering: Zoo Camp

(Grades K–3) Traverse tricky terrain, shake claws with lobsters and design ecosystems! Discover the diversity of wildlife adaptations, the differences in habitats, and what’s necessary for each biome’s survival. Zoo Camp is filled with engaging, hands-on building and experiences, and the vital roles animals play in them. (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Jr. Science Doll Camp

(Grades K–4) Bring your favorite doll with you to camp and let’s have some STEM fun! This camp gives you a chance to share your love for your dolls and build friendships, memories, and teamwork. Learn about different engineering fields and learn that you can be a girl and love science too! (Engineering for Kids) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Master Bricklayers: Structural & Architectural Design (Grades 3–7)

We are passionate about inspiring an interest in engineering! This hands-on experience is a perfect introduction to science concepts like structural engineering, architectural design, physics, external forces, and much more! Students will move through advanced building exercises in which they learn the complexities of designing structures and investigate the impact of external forces. In this camp, students will follow stepby-step builds, then test their new skills with open-ended building challenges and design projects. (Tech Academy)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

MathWiz for Elementary— Summer Extension

(Grades 2–5) The Elementary MathWiz program is a long term honors pre-algebra course for accelerated students. This course is aligned to common core math standards and introduces algebraic concepts through theory and application. Modeling and real-world problems are introduced. Students will focus on the study of algebraic manipulation, graphical interpretation, and get ready for the talented youth algebra programs at the universities. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Tuesday, June 9–June 30 5:45 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes) Tuesday, July 7–July 28 5:45 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes)

LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

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Java Minecraft Modding

(Grades K–4) Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Let’s go visit our friends at the bottom of the ocean and learn about marine life. Explore saltwater density, learn about beach erosion, make sand slime, save the coral reef, and more! Join us for a week of fun and adventure where everyone goes home an ocean lover! (Engineering For Kids)

Jr. Engineering:Wreck-It Week (Grades K–4) NEW

The Middle School MathWiz program is a long term honors pre-algebra course for accelerated students. This course is aligned to common core math standards and introduces algebraic concepts through theory and application. Modeling and real-world problems are introduced. Students will focus on the study of algebraic manipulation, graphical interpretation, and get ready for the talented youth algebra programs at the universities. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Multiplayer Minecraft: World Builder (Grades 1–5)

Unleash your creativity as you work collaboratively! Create a world with others in four unique, themed quadrants. 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 map to take home and expand on. We will be using the PC/Java Edition of Minecraft. (Tech Academy)

(Grades 1–5) Work on a stop-motion animated Pokémon movie. Pick your favorite characters to star in your mini-movie; the possibilities are endless. Action figures, props, and backdrops will be available for filming in class. Handle all the technical details including using a digital movie camera, filming scenes, doing stop-motion animation, digital editing, and adding finishing touches, special effects, and transitions to the movie. Bring a USB drive. (Tech Academy)

Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (3 classes)

Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Tuesday, June 9–June 30 6:45 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes)

Python™ Coding

Tuesday, July 7–July 28 6:45 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $76 (4 classes)

Movie Making Studio Frozen & Friends (Grades 1–5) NEW

Do you want to make your own Frozen stop-frame movie? In this camp, where technology meets creativity, kids in small teams develop their characters, story, and create a short movie using stop motion software. (Besides great Frozen characters, this movie also includes LEGO® Friends and more.) Children take home their movie and lots of fun summer camp memories! Please bring a USB Jump Drive to save your work. (TechTacToe) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

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Musical Science (Adult/ Child Class) (Ages 4–6) NEW

Join Science Explorers as we make our own, beautiful, yet scientific music. We will learn how sound travels and investigate octaves, plus make your own simple musical instrument in this parent (adult) and child class. (Science Explorers)

Robotic Builders: Battlebots

Pokémon Movie Making

(Grades 4–7) Get a great head start in learning how to code using one of the key programming languages used by professional developers—Python™. Its syntax allows programmers to express concepts in fewer lines of code than would be possible in languages such as C++™ or Java™, making it the perfect coding language for beginners. Python™ is a text-based language; students should have familiarity with keyboarding and basic computer skills. (Tech Academy)

Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

Thursday, August 13 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $19 adult/child pair

LUNCH BUNCH Available at Meadow Ridge everyday from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your own lunch. $25/week.

Roaring Rockets (Adult/ Child Class) (Grades 1–6) NEW

Looking for a fun Friday night? Join Science Explorers as you and a parent (adult) blast off into aerospace engineering while building your own model rocket. Then, if weather permits, you will launch your rocket high into the sky. NOTE: Time is 6:00-8:00 PM or until all rockets have been built and launched *One rocket per child/adult pair. (Science Explorers) Friday, June 26 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park $39 adult/child pair

Roblox Game Development

(Grades 3–6) In this advanced Roblox Game Design Camp, students will learn how to create and develop multiplayer games using the Roblox Studios Software. Kids will use an asset library to create a Capture the Flag game. By the end of this class, students will have a game ready to share with friends, and the skills and knowledge required to continue their exploration of game development at home. Basic Windows and keyboarding skills required. (TechTacToe) Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $159 (4 classes)

(Grades 1–5) Let the battles begin! Designed by the experts at MIT, LEGO® WeDo Robotics’ unique system teaches students about simple machines, engineering, programming, and so much more. In this camp, students may construct a Catapult, Ninja Star, Tank, Battle Axe, Crossbow, and more! (Tech Academy) Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes) NEW

Robotics Camp

(Grades 2–8) This camp integrates science, technology, engineering, and math education as students learn to design, program and build robots. Solve everyday real-world problems through exploration, teamwork and the use of multiple types of technology. Work as a team to complete challenges and games created specifically for today’s go-to robotics system for educators and hobbyists. Leave with an understanding of the engineering design process and the skills needed to build and program competitive robots. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 2-4 Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

The Science of the Human Body and Biomedical Solutions (Grades 3–8) NEW

Take a closer look at the science of the human body! Begin to unravel the mysteries of the human body by running for a minute to measure heart rate, approximate energy expenditure, and discover the importance of refueling with proper nutrition. Explore how canes, artificial legs, and other therapeutic and assistive devices are developed. Identify the necessary tools to keep an injured heart going, such as balloon catheters, stents, and valves. You’ll design, create, test, and refine basic solutions related to insulation, artificial heart valves, prosthetics, surgical instruments, and diagnostic tools such as a model thermometer. Maintaining health and fitness is a lifelong endeavor, and before you know it, YOU will be the architect who supports healthy, comfortable living. (Engineering for Kids) Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Grades 5-8 Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

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MathWiz for Middle School—Summer Extension (Grades 6–8)

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Smelly, Slimy, Messy

Lab (Grades K–3)

Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 9:00 a.m.–11:55 a.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Shocking Electrical Engineering (Grades 2–6)

Ready for some hair-raising, hands-on fun? Then join us for Electrical Engineering as you build electrical circuits with batteries, wires, motors, buzzers, switches all while learning about electricity and the flow of electrons. You will also investigate which liquid solutions will conduct electricity, plus build battery-powered gadgets, including an electromagnet to take home. (Science Explorers) Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $95 (3 classes)

(Grades 2–7) When school ends, the fun starts at the MN STEM Summer Camps! Students will be part of the Frog/ Rabbit dissection. They will see, touch, and explore the various organs in the animal and draw analogies to how these systems work within other animals, including humans, inspiring the medical professionals of tomorrow. Space activities include learning about satellites (ISS) and understanding what makes them stay in their orbits. Students will also be exposed to Kepler’s Law of Planetary Motion and Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation. Using LEGO® Mindstorm® (EV3) robots, students will explore the facets of a robot, including motors, touch-sensors, ultrasonic sensors, sound sensors and light sensors. They’ll work on projects of different complexities to build, test, and revise, just like in a real engineering process, until they are successful. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 2–4 Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

STEM Camp II

(Grades 2–7) The MN STEM Summer Camp II is an adventure exploring the areas of Flight and Air, Chemistry, and Technology. In this camp, students obtain hands-on learning experience with different topics in Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering in an interactive environment. They will be placed in level-appropriate groups to enhance their experience. Our young scientists are encouraged to research/observe, hypothesize, conduct scientific experiments, and draw conclusions. Students will also improve their knowledge through labs, quizzes, and interactive Science Bowl formatted friendly competitions. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 2–4 Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes) Grades 5–7 Monday, July 13–Thursday, July 16 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

Grades 5–7 Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

STEM Camp III

(Grades 2–7) In the MN STEM Summer Camp III, students discover Robotics, Engineering and Physics, and Anatomy through various handson activities and demonstrations. Level-appropriate group activities will enhance student learning experiences. Each of the camps in this series is distinct in content and scope. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualization. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Grades 2–4 Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes) Grades 5–7 Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $189 (4 classes)

Summer 2020 STEM Sampler (Grades K–3)

Join Science Explorers for a fun, hands-on class of STEM topics. We will discover the science side of STEM as we explore the difference between chemical reactions and physical changes with sloppy, slimy, and messy experiments. We will become paleontologists as we investigate dinosaurs, fossils, and create our own theories on what happened to these amazing creatures. We will explore the fun and fascinating field of forensic science as we collect and examine latent prints, tool marks, and more. Each class is filled with engaging experiments and activities. (Science Explorers)

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Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (4 classes)

Star Wars Movie Making

(Grades K–3) From a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars comes to life! Work on a stop-motion animated LEGO® Star Wars movie. Star Wars action figures, LEGO® bricks and backdrops will be available for filming in class. Handle all the technical details, including using a digital movie camera, filming scenes, doing stop-motion animation, digital editing, and adding finishing touches, special effects, and transitions to the movie. Instructors will take students through the entire digital filmmaking process from start to finish using our Frames software. Student groups’ final projects will be emailed to parents, or students can bring a USB jump drive the last day. (Tech Academy) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes) HOT

Spa Lab (Grades K–4)

By popular demand, this amazing camp is back, including new projects! Fizzy Bath Bombs! Shimmering Lip Balm! Soaps! Shower Dough! Glam Goo! Exfoliating Salt Scrub! And many more fun science experiments. In this camp where science meets glam, you and your besties will have a blast concocting all types of beauty and bath products and more while you learn the science behind them all. Add a pinch of imagination as you create super cool packages and ads to take home your very personal creations. Please bring a towel and wear quick-dry clothing. (TechTacToe) Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Star Wars Robotic Builders

(Grades K–3) Designed by the experts at MIT, this unique system teaches students about simple machines, engineering, programming, and so much more. Working in pairs, students will create Star Wars® and space-inspired robots. This course builds knowledge of simple machines, engineering, programming, and teamwork in an environment full of galactic fun! Your students will build LEGO® models featuring motors, tilt sensors, motion detectors, and a USB Robotics Hub. Models include AT-ST Biped, Spinning Tie Fighter, Cannons, and other out-of-this-world models. (Tech Academy)

Monday, June 15–Thursday, June 18 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $139 (4 classes)

Wizard School (Grades 1–5)

Join Science Explorers as we investigate a wizard’s laboratory. You will become an apprentice as you learn the science behind the magic. Learn to harness electricity to make your own wand. Explore the secret world of alchemy as you create scientific potions, and more in this fun, hands-on imaginative class. (Science Explorers) Monday, July 6–Thursday, July 9 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $125 (4 classes)

YOUTH

Have your senses go wild this summer! Learn the science behind why things smell and how we smell them! In this camp, we’ll create our own ooey, gooey, smelly slime. We’ll get messy as we have fun creating our own fruity-smelling gack or our funny-smelling play dough, along with tons of exhilarating scented projects and STEM games. (TechTacToe)

STEM Camp I

STEAM Makerspace Camp (Grades 1–5) NEW

Wednesday, June 10–Friday, June 12 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (3 classes)

Take to the skies with mini drones! Housing a thrilling, hands-on aerial robotics platform, this camp is the perfect introduction to the world of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). In this indoor camp, safety is a priority as students learn to fly and explore the real-world applications of drones. Students will master basic piloting skills, program their drone to fly on their own, and use the Engineering Design Process to problem-solve. Putting critical thinking to the test, the camp also has students brainstorm ways drones could be used for good, sketching out their ideas for new and innovative drones and uses. (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

Scholars MathPath— Summer Extension

(Grades 2–7) The Scholar’s MathPath is a long-term program with a proven pedagogy that is aligned to the common core and helps to master core math concepts. The MathPath program is built around a focused curriculum that enables students to progress at their own pace in their packets and have the opportunity to move towards abovegrade-level standards. Instructors will support the students at every stage through individualized instruction, ensuring their success. The web work and its reward system gets students addicted to math. The web work adapts to the needs of the students and provides additional support and practice. Students progress at a pace that is suited to them. Instructors are supported by college and high school students for more individualized work. (Center for Academic Excellence)

Wednesday, June 10–June 24 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $57 (3 classes)

Survivor Island (Grades 3–7)

Students will find themselves stranded on an abandoned island filled with perilous obstacles - dark caves, wild animals, cold temperatures, little food, and separation from the comforts of home. They will work collaboratively with their tribe members to compete against other tribes in specific engineering-related projects aimed at trying to survive the harsh island conditions and escape to their freedom. The tribe with the most points at the end of the week will claim the honor of being the winners of Survivor Island! (Engineering For Kids) Monday, July 27–Thursday, July 30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $145 (4 classes)

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Wednesday, July 8–July 29 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata High School $68 (4 classes)

Water Blast Fun

(Grades 2–5) If you were ever curious about the amazing power of water, this camp is for you! We’ll explore the might of water and how it has been used by engineers, like you! Engineer a water blaster, water propelled rocket car, hammer mill, paddle boats, and more. Take home a water blaster of your own! NOTE: Please bring a towel, quick-dry clothing, and wear sunscreen. (TechTacToe) Monday, July 20–Thursday, July 23 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Elementary $155 (4 classes)

Math-By-Mail Summer It’s here! Keep young minds active with the locally developed Math-By-Mail curriculum. Math practice accompanied by enrichment activities for the upcoming summer months.

Summer Math-By-Mail: Grades 1–2 (Grades 1–2)

One-Two Summer Math-By-Mail has been developed to review and enrich math concepts for graduating kindergartners and first graders. The curriculum is designed exclusively for students entering first and second grade in the fall. Summer Math is not a tutoring program and it is not designed to advance students ahead. It offers practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence. A pre-test will be sent in mid-June to determine math skills and individualize the program. Participants will then receive 10-weeks of lessons. After students have completed a week’s worth of work, mail it in and we will make corrections, provide comments and mail it back. Students work at their own pace. Kids love receiving their returned assignments each week in the mail! When all lessons are completed, students will receive a restaurant meal coupon. All packets are due by August 21 in order to provide timely feedback for the 2020–2021 school year. Registration closes on June 25 at 3:00 p.m. (Jill Yeager) $85

MORE Go to the adult class section (page 4) and look for the purple arrow to see what adult classes are open to youth.

Summer Math-By-Mail: Grades 3–6 (Grades 3–6)

Keep your math skills sharp over the summer! This 10-week correspondence program was developed by a veteran teacher. Materials that students will cover during the summer review support concepts they have encountered during their previous school year. Summer Math is not a tutoring program, and it is not an enrichment program to advance students ahead. It offers practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence. A pre-test will be sent in early June for each student to fill out the questionnaire to individualize their program. Students will then receive nine weeks of materials. Each week’s packet will include five math lessons with problem-solving activities. The activities will apply to a specific math concept or strand. After the student has completed a packet, they will mail it in. We’ll make corrections, provide feedback and mail it back. Students may start and finish the course at their own pace throughout the strands. When all lessons are completed, students will receive a restaurant meal coupon. All packets must be returned by August 23 to ensure timely feedback for the 2020–2021 school year. Registration closes June 25 at 3:00 p.m. (Jill Yeager) $85

Math-By-Mail for Middle School and High School Prep (Grades 6–9)

It’s here! Keep young minds active with the locally developed Math-By-Mail curriculum. Math practice accompanied by enrichment activities for the upcoming summer months. Created by current middle school math teachers with 40+ years of combined experience! Minnesota State Standards, Math Frameworks MCA strands, and current Minnesota Benchmarks are the foundation for this curriculum. With creative problem solving, multiple-choice, short answer, and vocabulary embedded into an 8-week course of independent study, students will maintain or increase the level of their math understanding in addition to reviewing the recommended targets suggested by grade level in the Minnesota School Academic Standards of mathematics. A pre-test will be sent by June 15 to assess the appropriate skill level necessary to strengthen their individual math needs. Students will then receive eight packets to complete at their own pace throughout the summer. As students finish packets, they are mailed back for feedback and then returned to the students. All packets are due back by August 17th in order to provide timely feedback before the 2020 school year begins. (Brent Lackas and Tanya Ravnholdt)

$89

YOUTH

Explore different STEAM technologies in our new, unique girls-only camp. With topics ranging from circuits and engineering to coding and art, girls will become part of the maker movement. Our dynamic curriculum and hands-on projects will empower and inspire girls to express their own creativity. Projects include LED paper circuit cards, kinetic art sculptures, digital animations, mechanical creations, and more. (Tech Academy)

Take Flight with UAV Drones (Grades 3–8) NEW

Community Ed Office Moving Summer 2020

Community Ed is all around you. Students and their families are learning, connecting, volunteering and gathering in record numbers.

The Community Ed offices and staff are on the move this summer! We are moving across the street to the new Wayzata Early Learning School, which is immediately adjacent to Oakwood Elementary School.

Did you know?

wide variety of programs and resources available through Community Ed.

Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community education network was launched in 1972. That year, the Minnesota legislature appropriated funds to establish 67 local community education programs and have them operate through local school districts. Why? To serve emerging community needs. Our program was launched eight years later, in 1980.

We will communicate the specific move date and where you can find us on our website, on social media and through email updates.

Have you heard?

Our new offices will be centrally located in the district and are designed to meet your customer service needs. Starting this summer, our staff will work alongside the Wayzata Early Learning School team to support you and your family in accessing the

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Wayzata Oakwood Elementary School 101 NEW LOCATION

Wayzata Early Learning School ENTRANCE 6

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Community Ed exists to help our E-12 students and our community thrive and be successful in school and life. We do this through our delivery of school-based childcare services and youth and adult classes. We also manage facility rentals and operate the Wayzata Early Learning School.

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New Partnership with City of Wayzata Parks and Trails Boards

Come explore Wayzata’s beautiful park and beach facilities!

We are delighted to be launching a new partnership with the City of Wayzata’s Parks and Trails Board. This partnership allows us to provide additional active programs for youth and adults that promote fitness and wellness, as well as some that focus on enrichment, skill mastery and social engagement. Many activities include a multigenerational component encouraging families to participate together!

Get outdoors this summer. Take a class in the park!

We want to help learners of all ages pursue classes and activities that interest them and we hope our new partnership with the City of Wayzata helps you connect and engage in our community! Below is a sampling of what you can experience:

Free Opportunities: Energizing Morning Flow Yoga, page 10 Walk and Talk Wayzata History, page 15 Meditating with Nature, Page 22 Magic Show, page 40 Storytelling and Puppeteer on the Great Lawn, page 40

Adults—Try something new! Goat Yoga Bocce Ball Intro to Advanced Pickleball Family Pickleball Mat Pilates in the Park Tai Chi at the Depot Drawing in the Park for Beginners Photography 101 Forest Bathing—Shinrin Yoku Hand Drumming by the Lake

JUNE 13 Family Fun Day (All Ages)

Get in gear for summer at our family fun day! Bike Rodeo, Yard Games, Kid’s DJ, Sweet Treats and More! Saturday, June 13 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Wayzata Klapprich Park

FREE

Youth—Explore and learn! Archery Cat’s Kids Yoga Pickleball Soccer Shots Tennis Golf

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Look for the courses highlighted by a light green box indicating they are part of this new partnership.

Community Ed is always looking for new ideas and new opportunities to respond to your learning interests and our community’s emerging needs. We have a long history of listening and responding to what our community needs. We work hard to connect and open doors for our community of learners so they can thrive and be successful in school and life.

Wayzata Early Learning School Fall 2020 Registration Open

ECFE

Preschool

ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education)—for families with children from birth to kindergarten entrance—is a nationally-celebrated, school districtbased parenting education program. Participating in ECFE helps you to form relationships with other families in the district and introduces you to our district’s learning experts and resources.

Our much-loved preschool is part of our district’s family of schools—delivering excellence for each and every student. The classroom environment is warm and caring. Our teachers do an outstanding job of both preparing our preschoolers for kindergarten and helping them with that transition.

What to know about ECFE: • Parents or caregivers and children attend classes together

Four-Star Parent Aware-rated

Parent Aware is Minnesota’s quality rating system. It identifies programs using best practices to prepare children for kindergarten. We are a four-star rated Program, which is their highest possible rating!

From the time your children are born until they start kindergarten, our district’s Early Learning School is your school—a place where you and your children can attend classes, participate in social activities and build relationships with teachers, other early childhood experts and other young families. Registration is now open for the 2020-21 school year. There are a wide variety of class options at the Early Learning School for families and children age infant to five.

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• You can join classes at any time No one will be turned away from an ECFE class because they are unable to pay. You may be eligible for discounts ranging from 20%–100% based on your income and family size.

Early Childhood Screening is a service we provide to families in our school district. The State of Minnesota requires that every child who is going to a public school go through this screening—a simple assessment of your child’s health and development—before they enter kindergarten.

Has your child turned 3? Schedule a FREE early childhood screening now. wayzataecs.appointy.com

Learn more and register at www.wayzataschools.org/earlylearning.

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Preschool

• We serve children of all abilities. Our inclusive classrooms allow typical and special needs students to learn and grow together. Many classrooms have an early childhood special education teaching alongside the general education teachers.

Early Childhood

Screening

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(Early Childhood Family Education)

Outreach

• Each class is one to two hours long and includes an age-appropriate mix of parent discussion, parent-child activities and children’s learning/ play time

Early Childhood Screening

ECFE

Learn more at wayzataschools.org/ earlylearning

• Professional, licensed early childhood parent educators and/or teachers lead every class

• We prepare students for kindergarten AND help with the transition. Because we are part of the Wayzata School District, we align our curriculum and share assessment data with our elementary schools.

MORE REGISTRATION DETAILS

Confirmation You will receive confirmation of registration and a payment receipt via email.

Set up your account 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Click on “Register” and then on “Create an account” Fill in personal information Add family members to create your profile Now you can register Pay with Mastercard, Visa, Discover or American Express

Need Help? Call 763-745-5200 or email communityed@wayzataschools.org

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OTHER REGISTRATION OPTIONS

Cancellations, Withdrawals & Refunds We reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. If that happens, we will notify you via email or phone and your payment will be refunded in full. If you withdraw from a class at least three business days before start of class, your payment will be refunded in full. If you withdraw at a later date, there are no refunds. Cost Costs vary by class. You can find the class cost and any additional fees by looking at the online course description.

Discounts If you are enrolled in UCare, you may be eligible for a $15 discount. Have your UCare ID number ready when registering. You must register by phone to receive this discount. Financial Assistance We are committed to offering learning opportunities for everyone in our community. Find the criteria and application form on the youth and adult pages of our website or call 763-745-5200. Weather If school closes during the day due to weather, we will cancel all Community Ed classes and activities. If school is not closed, assume classes are running. Check wayzataschools.org for updates.

By mail Wayzata Public Schools Community Ed, Registration PO Box 660 Wayzata, MN 55391

By phone 763-745-5200

In person Education Services Center

FIRST

Participant birth date LAST

Address

City Zip

Phone PARENT EMAIL FOR YOUTH

BEST NUMBER TO CONTACT PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN

Additional information for youth participants Parent/Guardian name(s) Child’s grade

Child’s school

Child’s teacher

Who will be picking up the child after class? Allergies or special needs

1455 County Road 101

Class Title

Plymouth, MN 55447

Dates

Cost

7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Community Ed office is moving in the summer of 2020. See page 63 for details. Check number

(make checks payable to I.S.D. 284)

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7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Participant name

WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL LOCATIONS 1. Education Services Center 1455 County Road 101 North Plymouth, MN 55447 2. Wayzata Early Learning School 1461 County Road 101 North Plymouth, MN 55447

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3. Birchview Elementary 425 Ranchview Lane N Plymouth, MN 55447

Classes after school

4. Gleason Lake Elementary 310 County Road 101 Plymouth, MN 55447

weekday evenings

Saturdays

5. Greenwood Elementary 18005 Medina Road Plymouth, MN 55446

Facilities

Childcare

can be rented when not being used by the district

6. Kimberly Lane Elementary 17405 Old Rockford Road Plymouth, MN 55446 7. Meadow Ridge Elementary 17905 County Road 47 Plymouth, MN 55446 8. North Woods Elementary 18995 54th Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55446

help adults and kids explore their interests

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is available beforeand after-school at our elementary schools

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Volunteers

connect community organizations that care about kids

can share their talents with our community and schools

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9. Oakwood Elementary 17340 County Road 6 Plymouth, MN 55447 10. Plymouth Creek Elementary 16005 41st Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55446 11. Sunset Hill Elementary 13005 Sunset Trail Plymouth, MN 55441

welcomes newborns to 5-year-olds and their families to learn and connect 12. Central Middle School 305 Vicksburg Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447

14. West Middle School 149 Barry Avenue North Wayzata, MN 55391

13. East Middle School 12000 Ridgemount Ave West Plymouth, MN 55441

15. Wayzata High School 4955 Peony Lane North Plymouth, MN 55446

Most Community Ed classes are held at the school sites listed above. Some are held at non-school locations.

ECFE

Outreach Preschool

Early Childhood Screening

Intervention

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Wayzata Community Ed Education Services Center 1455 County Road 101 North Plymouth MN 55447

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Explore over 300 classes and camps covering a wide range of topics! wayzataschools.org/communityed