South Washington County Schools Community Education

Summer session includes 12 weeks of weekly lessons. Summer Lessons begin the week of June 7 and run through the week of Aug. 23. 6 lessons will be held in person at Middleton Elementary School in Woodbury on Wednesdays or Thursdays and 6 lessons will be held virtually using the zoom. "Online Format: This course has been transitioned into a virtual class using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux." After you register, the instructor will contact you with availability and you can arrange for the specific days and times that work best for you. Michelle Dunkirk is a certified and licensed music instructor with over 20 years experience.She received her Bachelors of Music on a full vocal scholarship at the U of E, Indiana, majoring in string technique, piano and voice and has played in orchestras for over 14 years including the U of M Concert Orchestra, Minnesota Opera and has also studied with the teachers of the Julliard School of Music. Her experience also includes several years of playing in dozens of bands, performing solo and in ensembles locally and internationally.She's performed on the acoustic and electric violin, guitar, mandolin, drums, flute, keyboards and lead vocals. Dunkirk was former CEO and owner of Total Music Systems rental and recording studio which rents music equipment to national recording artists in major entertainment venues. She also spent six years as orchestra director at the Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson, Wisc. Michelle has produced and recorded three CD's of original music, one of which was nominated for a music award.She has recently completed recording a commercial for RedLine hockey sticks where she wrote, produced and performed the music. Besides all of her accomplishments, Michelle's true passion is teaching music. Her warm and personal style sets her apart from other teachers.

Summer session includes 12 weeks of weekly lessons. Summer Lessons begin the week of June 7 and run through the week of Aug. 23. 6 lessons will be held in person at Middleton Elementary School in Woodbury on Wednesdays or Thursdays and 6 lessons will be held virtually using the zoom."Online Format: This course has been transitioned into a virtual class using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux." After you register, the instructor will contact you with availability and you can arrange for the specific days and times that work best for you. Michelle Dunkirk is a certified and licensed music instructor with over 20 years experience.She received her Bachelors of Music on a full vocal scholarship at the U of E, Indiana, majoring in string technique, piano and voice and has played in orchestras for over 14 years including the U of M Concert Orchestra, Minnesota Opera and has also studied with the teachers of the Julliard School of Music. Her experience also includes several years of playing in dozens of bands, performing solo and in ensembles locally and internationally.She's performed on the acoustic and electric violin, guitar, mandolin, drums, flute, keyboards and lead vocals. Dunkirk was former CEO and owner of Total Music Systems rental and recording studio which rents music equipment to national recording artists in major entertainment venues. She also spent six years as orchestra director at the Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson, Wisc. Michelle has produced and recorded three CD's of original music, one of which was nominated for a music award.She has recently completed recording a commercial for RedLine hockey sticks where she wrote, produced and performed the music. Besides all of her accomplishments, Michelle's true passion is teaching music. Her warm and personal style sets her apart from other teachers.

JUST KIDDING IMPROV is offering a laughter filled class for kids to learn communication skills, self-confidence and respect towards other’s ideas. Students play improv games and practice exercises in scene work and characters. Students will also learn theater basics, as well as basic performing skills. This class promotes Creative Thinking, Listening, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Team Building, Focus and Collaborating. Come out and play.