South Washington County Schools Community Education

Come enjoy the fresh air at Fergusons Orchards in Jordan, MN. A brief overview will be given of what they do at Fergusons Orchards and their history. At the end, visitors will be able to enjoy a fresh donut and a cup of coffee or apple cider. Enjoy shopping in their gift shop and pick up a few presents before we head to Minnesota's Largest Candy Store! Indulge your sweet tooth and your senses as we wander aisles of candy that would make even Willy Wonka jealous! Enjoy lunch at The Feed Mill restaurant(included) before heading home. Activity level: Low/med: Self-paced walking in the candy store and just a little outdoor walking to our presentation location at the Apple Orchard.   Reservation deadline is Monday, August 25, 2025. Plan to arrive ready to board the bus at the District Program Center at 7:45 a.m. for a 8:00 a.m. departure. You will return at approx. 3:15 p.m. to Cottage Grove District Program Center. Questions? Please call Angela at 651-425-6668. A minimum of 30 people is needed for trip to go.  A full refund will be automatically credited if trip does not fill and each participant notified.  

Are you ready? Course will cover basic First aid skills, home emergencies, medical emergencies, home safety checklist, what your parents expect check list, addressing problems, and handling the unexpected. Taught by a Red Cross instructor. Washington County's guideline for unsupervised children states that children ages 8-10 should not be left alone for more than 3 hours.

Preschool PRESCHOOL- GIRLS AND BOYS: 3- 5 years old Teaches basic movements and tumbling skills. Help to improve body awareness, motor skills, coordination, balance, independent thinking, and listening skills. We use modified equipment with a fun creative approach to learning.