Courses

Breakfast Anyone? | grades 3-6

Have you heard someone say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? See why food and kitchen safety is so important while creating tasty breakfast dishes to enjoy in class!

Saturday, April 18, 2020, VM Rm 244 Door N

Canvas Fun: Cats in Love | grades K-5

Love is in the air! And you'll love this project! Paint a sweet silhouette of two cats with acrylic paint on a 9x12" stretched canvas.

Thursday, January 16, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3
Wednesday, January 22, 2020, TL Art Rm Door 3
Thursday, January 23, 2020, ZE Art Rm Door 6C
Monday, February 3, 2020, PV Art Rm Door 1

Canvas Fun: Spring Bunny | grades K-5

Let's celebrate spring by painting a bunny and daffodils on an 8x20" canvas with acrylic paints! We'll lead you step-by-step through creating a work of art that will remind you of spring all year long!

Monday, April 6, 2020, ME Art Rm Door 7
Thursday, April 16, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1
Monday, April 20, 2020, PE Art Rm Door 3
Wednesday, April 22, 2020, OE Art Rm Door 4

Ceramics: Clay Exploration | grades 4-8

Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods including hand building, coil, slab and wheel throwing, and finish your project using one of many glazing colors or techniques.

December 4, 2019 to February 19, 2020, HC Art Rm Door 5
March 4, 2020 to May 13, 2020, HC Art Rm Door 5

Ceramics: Clay Exploration | grades K-4

Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods including hand building, coil, slab and wheel throwing, and finish your project using one of many glazing colors or techniques.

December 4, 2019 to February 19, 2020, HC Art Rm Door 5
March 4, 2020 to May 13, 2020, HC Art Rm Door 5

Chess Club | grades 1-5

Amaze your friends and impress your opponents! Increase your IQ while having fun playing chess and competing for prizes. Learn from Twin Cities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching experience.

January 11, 2020 to February 29, 2020, HC Rm 113 Door 5
March 7, 2020 to April 25, 2020, HC Rm 113 Door 5

Chess Club | grades 6-8

Amaze your friends and impress your opponents! Increase your IQ while having fun playing chess and competing for prizes. Learn from Twin Cities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching experience.

January 11, 2020 to February 29, 2020, HC Rm 113 Door 5
March 7, 2020 to April 25, 2020, HC Rm 113 Door 5

Cozy Fleece Blanket | grades 1-5

Everyone loves tied fleece blankets because they are soft, warm and cozy! Why not spend an afternoon creating your own? Discover how to make an easy no-sew tied blanket! The blanket will be double sided and 1 1/2 yards in length.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020, OE Media Door 4
Thursday, January 23, 2020, LE Music Rm Door 2
Tuesday, January 28, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3
Thursday, January 30, 2020, ZE Music Rm Door 1
Tuesday, February 4, 2020, PE Music Rm Door 3
Wednesday, February 5, 2020, PV Media Door 1
Tuesday, February 11, 2020, ME Media Door 7

Creative Dramatics | grades K-3

Kids are natural stars! Young children with vivid imaginations and a desire to perform will enjoy this acting class designed just for them! We will work with your student to teach them the basics of acting, mime, and movement on stage.

March 9-23, 2020, ME Music Rm Door 7
March 10-24, 2020, PE Music Rm Door 3

Crescendo Music Lessons

The Crescendo Music Program provides individual music lessons to students of all ages -- school age through adulthood. For additional program information, click the session dates below.

September 9, 2019 to May 18, 2020, HC Music Room Door 5

Dance: Ballet & Tap - Level 1 | age 3-4

Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

January 27, 2020 to May 18, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Ballet & Tap - Level 2 | age 5-6

Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

January 27, 2020 to May 18, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Ballet & Tap - Level 3 | age 7-8

Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

January 27, 2020 to May 18, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Ballet & Tap - Level 4 | age 9-10

Explore classic fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

January 31, 2020 to May 22, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Jazz & Hip Hop - Level 1 | age 3-5

Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz!

January 28, 2020 to May 19, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Jazz & Hip Hop - Level 2 | age 5-7

Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz!

January 28, 2020 to May 19, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Dance: Jazz & Hip Hop - Level 3 | age 8-10

Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz!

January 28, 2020 to May 19, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Engineering for Kids JR STEM Club Spring Session 1 | grades K-3

Engineering is everywhere! Your student will experience how engineering affects their everyday life in a new hands-on lesson each week, while also learning problem solving and critical thinking skills, and peer collaboration.

April 20, 2020 to May 11, 2020, OE Media Door 4
April 22, 2020 to May 13, 2020, HE Media Door 1
April 22, 2020 to May 13, 2020, RE Media Door 1
April 24, 2020 to May 15, 2020, PV Media Door 1

Engineering for Kids JR STEM Club Winter Session 1 | grades K-3

Engineering is all around us! Your student will experience how engineering affects their everyday life in a new hands-on lesson each week, while also learning problem solving and critical thinking skills, and peer collaboration.

February 3, 2020 to March 2, 2020, OE Media Door 4
February 5-26, 2020, RE Media Door 1
February 7-28, 2020, PV Media Door 1
February 13, 2020 to March 5, 2020, HE Media Door 1

Engineering for Kids JR STEM Club Session 2 | grades K-3

Engineering is all around us! Your student will experience how engineering affects their everyday life in a new hands-on lesson every week, while also learning problem solving and critical thinking skills, and peer collaboration.
PLEASE NOTE: The day, dates and times for Rogers, Hassan and Prairie View are not the same as in the printed brochure. Please use the online information when planning to attend this class.

November 18, 2019 to December 16, 2019, HE Art Rm Door 1
November 19, 2019 to December 17, 2019, PV Choir Rm 145 Door 1
November 20, 2019 to December 18, 2019, OE Art Rm Door 4
November 21, 2019 to December 19, 2019, RE Media Door 3

Explore the Desert Through Art | grades K-5

Paint, draw and sculpt your way through the beauty of the desert while exploring different art techniques. Draw a succulent garden, paint a desert sunset, sculpt a camel at an oasis, and create a personalized succulent sign. Take home a new project each week.

April 20, 2020 to May 11, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3
April 20, 2020 to May 11, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1
April 21, 2020 to May 12, 2020, PV Art Rm Door 1
April 21, 2020 to May 12, 2020, OE Art Rm Door 4
April 22, 2020 to May 13, 2020, LE Art Rm Door 2
April 22, 2020 to May 13, 2020, PE Art Rm Door 3
April 23, 2020 to May 14, 2020, ME Art Rm Door 7
April 23, 2020 to May 14, 2020, TL Art Rm Door 3
April 24, 2020 to May 15, 2020, ZE Art Rm Door 6C

Extreme Robotics | grades 3-8

Experience Extreme Robotics! Working in small teams, you and your friends will construct AND program smart robots! Explore foundational building and discover new programming concepts through new sensors, motors and special technics components.

Monday, January 20, 2020, PV Media Door 1

Future Stars-Red | age 4-6

The love of tennis starts here! Mini-nets, a smaller court, and specially-designed red tennis balls are perfect for the youngest beginning players!

January 13, 2020 to February 3, 2020, RM Gym Door A
February 10, 2020 to March 2, 2020, RM Gym Door A
March 9-30, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Home Alone | age 8+

Is your child ready to be left home alone? This class will spend time discussing things all home alone children should be aware of.

Saturday, November 16, 2019, WE Media Door 1
Saturday, December 14, 2019, PV Media Door 1
Monday, February 17, 2020, HC Rm 111 Door 5
Saturday, March 14, 2020, RE Media Door 1
Saturday, April 18, 2020, OE Media Door 4
Saturday, May 2, 2020, WE Media Door 1

Horseback Riding Day Camp | grades K-12

Spend the day riding, caring for and learning about horses! Learn balance and control in the saddle, how to groom, tack-up, lead, feed, do in-hand work and more!

Thursday, January 2, 2020, Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center
Friday, January 3, 2020, Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center

Intro to Coding with Super Heroes | grades 1-3

Create YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME! Choose your own storyline with your favorite superheroes as the stars, add challenges and levels of difficulty, then share by email or post on the web to challenge your family and friends.

Saturday, February 15, 2020, HC Rm 111 Door 5
Thursday, April 9, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1

JETS Cheer Tryout Clinic | grades 2-11

Don't miss the chance to try out for the Jets Competition Cheer Team! Clinic dates April 13, 14, 16, and 17

April 13-17, 2020, HC Gym Door 5

Jets Spring Cheer Clinic | entering grades 2-12

What's it like to be on a competition cheer team? Give it a try!

Tuesday, March 24, 2020, HC Gym Door 5

Junior Robotics | grades 1-5

Explore the world of robotics! Use LEGOŽ bricks to build an alligator and program it to make it chew, or build a car and make it race!

November 13, 2019 to December 11, 2019, PE Media Door 3

Junior Robotics - Make It MOVE! | grades 1-5

Make it MOVE! Use LEGOŽ bricks to construct a soccer goalie, boat, airplane and other cool things that are meant to move. Discover how using basic STEM engineering concepts and drag-and-drop icon-based software will cause your awesome creations to block shots, weather a fierce storm, spin their propellers and more!

April 1-22, 2020, ME Media Door 7
April 2-30, 2020, PE Music Rm Door 3
April 3, 2020 to May 1, 2020, ZE Music Rm Door 6C
April 6, 2020 to May 4, 2020, TL Music Rm Door 3
April 7-28, 2020, RE Music Rm Door 3
April 29, 2020 to May 20, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1

Junior Robotics - ROAR! | grades 1-5

Discover the fascinating world of robotics using LEGOŽ bricks! Create a walking giant, ferocious lion, terrible pterodactyl, and other interesting creatures! Use drag-and-drop icon-based software to program your creations to walk, roar, flap their wings and more!

January 22, 2020 to February 12, 2020, ME Media Door 7
February 3, 2020 to March 2, 2020, TL Media Door 3
February 4-25, 2020, RE Music Rm Door 3
February 6-27, 2020, PE Music Rm Door 3
February 7-28, 2020, ZE Music Rm Door 6C
February 26, 2020 to March 18, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1

Karate | age 4-6

Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks.

January 14-30, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3
March 5-24, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3
April 14-30, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3

Karate | age 7-11

Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks.

January 14-30, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3
March 5-24, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3
April 14-30, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3

Ladybug Music Class | age infant-5 years w/parent

This fun class exposes families to wonderfully eclectic music in an environment that encourages participation and silliness through singing, instruments, dance and more! A Ladybug Music CD and digital downloads are included with the class. Additional siblings may attend at half price; siblings 6 months and under are free!

January 16, 2020 to February 20, 2020, HC Stage Door 5
February 27, 2020 to April 2, 2020, HC Stage Door 5
April 16, 2020 to May 21, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Level 1: Intro to Water Skills | age 6+

Level 1 orients participants to the aquatic environment to help them gain basic aquatic skills.

November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills | age 6+

Level 2 builds on the basic aquatic skills and water safety skills and concepts learned in Level 1.

November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Level 3: Stroke Development | age 6+

Level 3 builds on the skills learned in Levels 1 and 2 to help participants achieve basic water competency in a pool environment.

November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Level 4: Stroke Improvement | age 6+

Level 4 improves participants' proficiency in performing swimming strokes that were introduced in Level 3.

November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Level 5: Stroke Refinement | age 6+

Level 5 helps participants refine their performance of all six swimming strokes.

January 19, 2020 to March 8, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to May 17, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Level 6: Swimming and Personal Water Safety | age 6+

Level 6 refines strokes so participants swim them with greater efficiency and effectiveness over long distances while teaching participants how to prevent aquatic emergencies.

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Private Swim Lessons | all ages

These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level of swim lessons.

November 10, 2019 to December 15, 2019, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to February 23, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to February 23, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to April 26, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to April 26, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Semi-Private Swim Lessons | all ages

These lessons are for students who need more individual attention in order to learn to swim and/or improve their skills to pass to the next level of swim lessons.

November 10, 2019 to December 15, 2019, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to February 23, 2020, VM Pool Door M
March 15, 2020 to April 26, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Open Gym | all ages

Open gym is a supervised recreation time for individuals to work on their skills in various sports, get a great workout and socialize with others who share an interest in athletics. Changes may be made to this schedule, so always check before dropping a child off at the school. Community Education is not responsible for lost/stolen passes.

September 29, 2019 to May 10, 2020, RM Gym Door A
September 29, 2019 to May 10, 2020, ZH Gym Door 12
October 2, 2019 to May 13, 2020, RH Gym Door 10
October 2, 2019 to May 13, 2020, ZH Gym Door 12
October 2, 2019 to May 13, 2020, ZH Gym Door 12

Open Swim | all ages

Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around.

September 8, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to May 10, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Play Hooky Day | grades K-12 w/adult

"AM I AS BORED AS YOU ARE?" (NOW READ THAT BACKWARDS.) Take the day off of work and spend it with your kids on the slopes at Powder Ridge! No gear? No problem! Want to save a few bucks? We've got you covered! Your registration fee includes lift ticket, helmet, skis, poles and boot rentals. Play Hooky days are designed for you and your kids to spend quality time together. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Transportation is not provided.

Monday, January 20, 2020, Powder Ridge Ski Resort
Monday, February 17, 2020, Powder Ridge Ski Resort

Players-Orange | age 7-9

Is your student ready to boost their tennis skills? Using specially-designed orange tennis balls on a mid-sized court, they'll find quick success in learning groundstrokes, volleys, overhead strokes, serves, scoring and court positioning.    

January 13, 2020 to February 3, 2020, RM Gym Door A
February 10, 2020 to March 2, 2020, RM Gym Door A
March 9-30, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Prairie Fire Theatre Tickets

Reserve your tickets now for a fantastic show! All seats are $5.00; children age 3 and under are free. You are encouraged to purchase tickets online as there will be a limited number of tickets available at the door.

Friday, November 15, 2019, ER Little Theater Door H
Saturday, November 16, 2019, ER Little Theater Door H

Prairie Fire Theatre: Pinocchio | age 7-16

"Pinocchio" continues Prairie Fire's tradition of presenting classic tales as you've never seen them before. From the Enchanted Forest of the Blue Fairy to the Isle of Fun, follow Pinocchio's adventures as he learns what it means to be a real boy.

April 13-18, 2020, ER Little Theater Door H

School of Fish on Ice | grade 3+

How can Minnesotans fish all year long? Ice fishing! Learn about finding and catching fish in winter. Master the art of tying a fishing knot and rig and use a slip-bobber setup. Plus, go home with cool fishing stuff valued at over $40! Bring a parent or grandparent along to class free!

Saturday, December 7, 2019, HC Rm 113 Door 5

Science Explorers' The Science of Slime | grades K-5

Explore the science behind slime! Investigate why slime is delightfully bouncy, stretchy, sticky and moldable. This class is more than hands-on...it's hands IN! Come prepared to have fun and get messy.

Thursday, February 27, 2020, OE Art Rm Door 4
Thursday, March 12, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3

Shhh, It's a Sleepy Storytime! | age birth to 12 years w/parent

Wear your pajamas, grab your teddy bear and join us for an action-packed family storytime that's all about bedtime! Ms. Robin will share exciting stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, flannelgraphs, scarves and shakers, and you'll even make a take-home craft!

Thursday, March 19, 2020, ZE Rm E104 Door 2
Thursday, April 23, 2020, HC Rm 1 Door 5
Thursday, May 7, 2020, RE Rm E106 Door 8

Skyhawks Baseball and Softball Clinic | age 8-11

This pre-season tune-up will focus on fielding and throwing. With help from the Skyhawks coaching staff, you will work on fundamental skills in preparation for the upcoming ball season.

February 10, 2020 to March 2, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Skyhawks Basketball | age 8-10

Work on your basketball skills! Building on progression, practice passing, shooting, dribbling, and defense, and learn teamwork, respect and responsibility.

January 13, 2020 to February 3, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Skyhawks Flag Football | age 5-7

Your young athlete will learn the core components of passing, catching, defense and more in a fun and positive environment.

January 13, 2020 to February 3, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Skyhawks Soccer | age 5-8

Designed for beginner and intermediate players, this class focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. Using a variety of skill-based drills and games, your young athlete will practice soccer skills while having FUN!

February 10, 2020 to March 2, 2020, RM Gym Door A

Skyhawks Volleyball | age 4-5

All aspects of volleyball are taught through drills and exercises that focus on bumping, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning player.

February 22, 2020 to March 14, 2020, HE Gym Door 1

Skyhawks Volleyball | age 6-8

All aspects of volleyball are taught through drills and exercises that focus on bumping, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player.

February 22, 2020 to March 14, 2020, HE Gym Door 1

Skyhawks Volleyball | age 9-12

All aspects of volleyball are taught through drills and exercises that focus on bumping, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player.

February 22, 2020 to March 14, 2020, HE Gym Door 1

Spring Cookie Decorating Social | grades 3-5

Make art you can eat when you learn the art of cookie decorating! We'll guide you step-by-step as you decorate 6 spring-themed cookies. No previous decorating skills are necessary.

Tuesday, April 21, 2020, PE Art Rm Door 3
Wednesday, April 22, 2020, PV FACS Rm 218 Door 1
Thursday, April 23, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3

The Art of Nature | grades K-5

Let creativity flow and grow as you make spring come to life! During this four-session class, you will expand your creative potential and have fun exploring mixed media techniques including drawing, painting, and sculpture! Each artist will bring home a new spring-themed project every week.

March 4-18, 2020, LE Art Rm Door 2
March 4-18, 2020, PE Art Rm Door 3
March 5-19, 2020, ME Art Rm Door 7
March 5-19, 2020, TL Art Rm Door 3
March 9-30, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3
March 9-30, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1
March 10-31, 2020, PV Art Rm Door 1
March 10-31, 2020, OE Art Rm Door 4

Winter Wonderland | grades K-5

Unleash your inner artist! Paint, draw, and sculpt your way through winter. Have fun learning to draw ice skating penguins and sculpting an adorable snowman. Discover new painting techniques while using watercolors! Bring home a new project each week!

February 3-24, 2020, RE Art Rm Door 3
February 3-24, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1
February 4-25, 2020, PV Art Rm Door 1
February 4-25, 2020, OE Art Rm Door 4
February 4-25, 2020, ZE Art Rm Door 6C
February 5-26, 2020, LE Art Rm Door 2
February 5-26, 2020, PE Art Rm Door 3
February 6-27, 2020, ME Art Rm Door 7
February 6-27, 2020, TL Art Rm Door 3

Winter Cookie Decorating Social | grades 3-5

Make art you can eat when you learn the art of cookie decorating! We'll guide you step-by-step as you decorate 6 winter-themed cookies. No previous decorating skills are necessary.

Tuesday, January 7, 2020, WE Rm A210 Door 1
Wednesday, January 8, 2020, TL Art Rm Door 3
Thursday, January 9, 2020, HE Art Rm Door 1

Level 5/6: Combo Swim | age 6+

Level 5 helps participants refine their performance of all six swimming strokes, while those working on the skills for level 6 will refine strokes to swim with greater efficiency and effectiveness over long distances.

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Discover Scuba | age 10-14

There's nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time! It takes a little getting used to -- after all, human beings weren't designed to do that. Here's your chance to give scuba diving a try in this quick and easy introductory class.

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