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WHS MAGA Team FeesGymnasticsThis fee is established by your site supervisor to supplement cost of meets, dues, coach wages, and memberships. Please speak directly to your site supervisor if you have questions on this fee.Fall 2022
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Self-Paced Online Advantage ACT Prep Course winterSkills and Developmentwww.AdvantagePrep.net For the past 26 years, Advantage Educational Programs has benefited thousands of students in Minnesota by preparing them for the college entrance exams.Beginning soon, the Advantage will once again present its ACT Preparatory Course in more than forty high schools in Minneapolis/St. Paul and the surrounding area. This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. The fee for this course is $80. Students who have previously paid for the In-School ACT Prep Course can participate in the online course at NO CHARGE. For further information, please call Advantage Educational Programs at 612-222-5108, or visit their website at www.AdvantagePrep.net to view a complete schedule of all classes in Minnesota. For test site information or to register for the ACT exam, visit the ACT website at www.ACTstudent.org or call (319) 337-1270.Winter 2023
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ERHS MAGA Team FeesGymnasticsPopularThis fee is established by your site supervisor to supplement cost of meets, dues, coach wages, and memberships. Please speak directly to your site supervisor if you have questions on this fee.Winter 2023
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WaitlistThoroughlyReviewed (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Middle School Winter Speed and StrengthAthletics (Camps & Clinics)This program is offered to any middle school-aged athlete looking to gain a competitive edge on their opponents! Meeting twice a week and led by Coach Colvard, East Ridge High School's Head Strength & Performance Coach, this program will develop athletes' speed, power, strength, mobility, agility, and conditioning. Course # C415 Course # C260 - Cost: $135 (Session I: 11 sessions) Course # C261 - Cost: $175 (Session II: 14 sessions) Course # C262 - Cost: $280 (Session I and Session II: 25 sessions if you sign up for both classes and receive a 10% discount) Location: ERHS Weight Room When: Mondays/Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00pmWinter 2023
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Leo Tard (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Park Youth Wrestling Program - Session IIAthletics (Camps & Clinics)PARK YOUTH WRESTLING PROGRAM SESSION II: COST: $75 Financial assistance is available; Please also make sure to mark child's date of birth and grade. WHERE: Park Senior High Wrestling Room - In the Activity Center. Beginner: This session will focus on the fundamental positions, movements, and a select few moves from each position in wrestling. This is for first-to-second time wrestlers in grades PreK-3. Returning wrestlers OR new wrestlers in fourth grade or higher, please refer to other session. Mondays/Wednesdays - Jan. 9 - March 15 (Course # C203 - $75) For grades PreK-3. Intermediate and Advanced: This session will focus on intermediate-to-advanced techniques, conditioning, and live wrestling needed for youth competition. Wrestlers will be asked to compete in a number of team events, and require at least two years of experience, or one year plus at least one session Freestyle/Greco or other equivalent experience (or coaches discretion). Wrestlers competing in tournaments and team events will also need to obtain a USA Wrestling card through MNUSAWRESTLING.ORG Mondays/Wednesdays - Jan. 9 - March 15 (Course # C204 - $95) For grades 1-6. ***No wrestling on Monday, Jan. 16 due to MLK Day, Monday, Feb. 20 due to President's Day or March 6 and 8 due to spring break*** ATTIRE: T-shirts, shorts or sweats, wrestling shoes and/or socks ANY QUESTIONS: Call Ed Cortinas at 612-868-4106Winter 2023
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TGA Tennis Enrichment ProgramAthletics (Camps & Clinics)TGA Tennis Enrichment Program TGA makes it convenient and fun for your child to learn and play tennis right on their school campus! Our curriculum was specially designed by industry-leading tennis professionals and education specialists to ensure that the lesson plans are age-appropriate and easy to understand and retain. Students will experience a mix of tennis instruction, rules and etiquette lessons, educational components, character development lessons, and physical activity as they advance through the five-level program. Our screened and certified instructors have a passion for working with children and are trained to help your student athlete develop a strong foundation of skills and knowledge as well as a passion for the sport. -TGA PROVIDES ALL EQUIPMENT -FIRST-TIME STUDENTS RECEIVE A TGA HAT AND A TGA STUDENT HANDBOOK -MAXIMUM 10:1 STUDENT-TO-INSTRUCTOR RATIOWinter 2023
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Winter Young Kids CampAthletics (Camps & Clinics)Students K-2 will be offered their favorite games and activities. Each session will run for 50 minutes after school. This camp is unique from the many others in that it is an activity camp geared toward younger children. The many games and activities are modified and selected to be appropriate for the younger participant and their skill level. The camp is organized and supervised by a 31 year veteran PE teacher. Optional t-shirts will be available for Young Kids Camp for $10 each; youth small, medium, large and XL. Please contact Mrs. Tester if you would like one.Winter 2023
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Starting SoonCreative SewingCreateNena will teach students how to sew, including basic sewing techniques, knowledge of sewing tools and different kinds of stitches. Students will practice sewing with a sewing machine. They will create a sketch of garments and sew a project of their own creation. Studio lessons are scheduled monthly and students can work at their own pace and create new projects each month. Nena's Atelier has been offering custom made garments and alterations for the last 10 years. She has recently opened a new gorgeous studio facility in Oakdale for lessons.Winter 2023
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Starting SoonRubik Cube ClubSTEMChallenge yourself with solving the Rubik cube. How fast can you solve the puzzle? Students will learn to solve Rubik's Cube. Explore a variety of twisty puzzles. Create mosaics and compete in speed cubing events.Winter 2023
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Discover the Magic of SPANISH!Skills and DevelopmentStarting SoonPrepare your child for a global world with an 8-week adventure in Spanish! Join our adventures with ¡Vamos con la Música! (Let’s go with Music!) in the enchanting city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Students will learn music and school related vocabulary in Spanish along with real life communicative practices. Put on your thinking caps because each week will be packed full of useful SPANISH! Get a language head start - enroll today! (Space is limited.)Winter 2023
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Starting SoonJim Whitaker (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Happy Feet Preschool SoccerAthletics (Camps & Clinics)Happy Feet is the premier early soccer development program, using imaginative play and play-to-learn concepts to teach real deceptive dribbling skills on the move. Our camp curriculum is designed to foster your child's development and creativity with more time spent on skill acquisition utilizing fun, engaging activities and finishing with a small sided scrimmage. For questions and/or to purchase a jersey, contact us at office@tchappyfeet.com. Little Toes: 2-3 years The little toes program uses a story tie with soccer ball approach to stimulate your children imagination while learning advance soccer skill development. This unique concept keeps kids captivated and entertained for every second of every happy feet class. Your child will love being the zookeepers, and showing the animals their soccer skills; blasting off to outer space with their Bobs and visiting all the planets; traveling around the world to visit countries and meeting new friends along the way. Every class is just as educational as it is fun. Big Toes: 4-5 years In this stage we introduce your child to key concepts & new skills, cooperation, & goal setting. Your child learns valuable lesson for all areas of life. All children have a soccer ball for maximum skill development. We make use of fun props & play more advanced games. The kids learn some of the most difficult skills & moves in soccer while having a blast. Your child will have fun & develop motor skills in a non-competitive way. Happy Feet Academy: 6-7 years Happy Feet Academy training transitions away from the songs and stories to a more traditional soccer environment. Each session involves creative soccer activities while advancing to the final progression of deceptive dribbling skills and gradually introducing manageable pressure to enhance skill development and decision making.Winter 2023
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Starting Soon30 minute Private Trumpet Lessons with Amy Schendel Winter SessionMusicWinter session lessons will be held on Tuesdays at Cottage Grove Middle School beginning in February and run through March. Amy Schendel is currently working as a professional freelance trumpet player and teacher in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. From 2009-2022, she served as the Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of Iowa. As a featured guest soloist, Amy has performed with the Oregon Symphonic Band, University of Iowa Orchestra and Band, Indiana University Wind Ensemble, and Texas Woman’s University Wind Ensemble. Previous positions include Madison Symphony Orchestra, Wisconsin Brass Quintet, Tanglewood Music Festival, National Repertory Orchestra, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, and Spoleto Festival USA. Amy has presented and performed as a featured soloist at the International Women’s Brass Conference, the International Trumpet Guild Conference, and the Iowa BandMasters Association. She has two published solo and chamber CD’s: Full Power, released in 2010, and Uncommon Ground: Contemporary Works for Trumpet with Horn, Trombone, Piano, and Organ, released in 2015 on MSR Classics.Winter 2023
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Minecraft Coding: AutomationsSTEMStarting SoonLearn to use Redstone and command blocks to make automated machines in Minecraft Java Edition. Basic computer skills needed (basic keyboarding and using a mouse). Home Technical Requirements For all Class: Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Internet: Broadband internet Webcam Microphone and Speakers Google Meet Additional Technical Requirement: ?Minecraft Java Edition PC needed, will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phonesWinter 2023
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Adult/Tween Paint Night Snow FunCreateEnjoy a fun "paint date" for you and your partner age 10+. Experience a fun and relaxing environment with the challenge of a class guided by a professional artist. Each individual will work on a different side of a canvas at the same time with a partner. When the two sides join at the end of class, you will have one complete artwork. (All the materials will be provided)-Acrylic Studio ArtWinter 2023
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Virtual Advantage ACT Prep ClassSkills and DevelopmentThis is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-school class, but still prefers interaction with an experienced instructor from Advantage Educational Programs. The Virtual ACT Prep Course is the same as the In-School ACT Prep Course, but from the comfort of your own home. The instructors teach live via virtual classroom and are available to answer questions when needed. Students will receive an email with login instructions a few days before classes begin.Winter 2023
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Driver Education - WinterSkills and DevelopmentCommunity Education offers teen driver’s education in partnership with Safeway Driving School. Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for over 45 years. Safeway’s only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored for the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All of Safeway’s instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Dept. of Public Safety. Classroom instruction prepares the student to take the Minnesota permit test and begin the responsibility of driving. The 30 hours of classroom is structured into 10 independent lessons. If a student misses a lesson, they can make up that exact lesson number at the next session or at one of Safeway’s other locations. Students can take the class at age 14 but cannot take their permit test until age 15. After class is completed, students who are 15 years old are eligible to take their permit test at any Minnesota exam center. Students over the age of 18 do not have to take driver education. Behind-the-wheel instruction includes six hours of driving in three, two-hour private lessons. All driving is done in a Safeway car on city streets, highways and freeways with a responsible, licensed Safeway instructor. Safeway recommends students take their first lesson 2-3 weeks after receiving their permit card. At least 30 days of practice between lessons is suggested. Students have one year after completing classroom to finish their behind-the-wheel lessons. Scheduling is offered online for 24/7 convenience. All of Safeway’s cars are white with identical graphics so parents and students are confident that it is a Safeway car picking up the student for a lesson. Students can get picked up for their behind-the-wheel lesson from home, school or work. Parents/guardians will be required to complete Safeway’s Account Verification. Safeway will be sending out an email before class begins that gives detailed information about how to login to the student’s Safeway account to verify and complete contact information and to review and acknowledge our Service Agreement. Parent involvement is required to produce safe, responsible teen drivers. It is critical that parents practice regularly with their student drivers. The state requires that students have a minimum of 50 hours of practice (15 hours at night). The practice time must be recorded on a state-approved Supervised Driving Log and presented at the road test. Safeway offers an in-person Parent Class that qualifies the student for reduced practice time (40 hours/15 hours at night). At a minimum, Safeway strongly encourages parents to review its parent information and watch the online Parent Class videos at www.safewaydrivingschool.com. Cost of the teen package is $419 and includes the classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons, and all materials. There are no hidden charges or additional fuel surcharges. Pay in full upon registration or choose the payment plan: $259 payable to Community Education upon registration and $160 (two payments of $80 each) payable to Safeway at the behind-the-wheel lessons.Winter 2023
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Driver Education - Winter (ONLINE)Skills and Development**** Important information. The State of Minnesota requires that driver’s education distance learning be conducted in a face-to-face platform, which requires that students have a video camera and audio capabilities on their devices. Safeway has chosen a secure Zoom platform to conduct the class. Safeway will be emailing the classroom handouts and2021 MN Driver’s Manual in pdf format for printing. Students will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive for the full three-hour class. Community Education offers teen driver’s education in partnership with Safeway Driving School. Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for over 45 years. Safeway’s only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored for the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All of Safeway’s instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Dept. of Public Safety. Classroom instruction prepares the student to take the Minnesota permit test and begin the responsibility of driving. The 30 hours of classroom is structured into 10 independent lessons. If a student misses a lesson, they can make up that exact lesson number at the next session or at one of Safeway’s other locations. Students can take the class at age 14 but cannot take their permit test until age 15. After class is completed, students who are 15 years old are eligible to take their permit test at any Minnesota exam center. Students over the age of 18 do not have to take driver education. Behind-the-wheel instruction includes six hours of driving in three, two-hour private lessons. All driving is done in a Safeway car on city streets, highways and freeways with a responsible, licensed Safeway instructor. Safeway recommends students take their first lesson 2-3 weeks after receiving their permit card. At least 30 days of practice between lessons is suggested. Students have one year after completing classroom to finish their behind-the-wheel lessons. Scheduling is offered online for 24/7 convenience. All of Safeway’s cars are white with identical graphics so parents and students are confident that it is a Safeway car picking up the student for a lesson. Students can get picked up for their behind-the-wheel lesson from home, school or work. Parents/guardians will be required to complete Safeway’s Account Verification. Safeway will be sending out an email before class begins that gives detailed information about how to login to the student’s Safeway account to verify and complete contact information and to review and acknowledge our Service Agreement. Parent involvement is required to produce safe, responsible teen drivers. It is critical that parents practice regularly with their student drivers. The state requires that students have a minimum of 50 hours of practice (15 hours at night). The practice time must be recorded on a state-approved Supervised Driving Log and presented at the road test. Safeway offers an in-person Parent Class that qualifies the student for reduced practice time (40 hours/15 hours at night). At a minimum, Safeway strongly encourages parents to review its parent information and watch the online Parent Class videos at www.safewaydrivingschool.com. Cost of the teen package is $419 and includes the classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons, and all materials. There are no hidden charges or additional fuel surcharges. Pay in full upon registration or choose the payment plan: $259 payable to Community Education upon registration and $160 (two payments of $80 each) payable to Safeway at the behind-the-wheel lessons.Winter 2023
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Escape the Ender Dragon: Escape RoomSTEMUnleash your creativity as you work collaboratively! Create a world with others in multiple unique, themed Escape Room Adventure Map. Our mission to race through the end and escape the Ender Dragon. Students will get a copy of the world to continue development at home. Basic computer skills needed (basic keyboarding and using a mouse).Home Technical Requirements For all Class: Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Internet: Broadband internet Webcam Microphone and Speakers Google Meet Additional Technical Requirement: ?Minecraft Java Edition PC needed, will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phonesWinter 2023
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Unicycling for All Ages and Skill LevelsRecreationWhy settle for two wheels when one will do? Ages 7-97 can learn the basics of riding a unicycle! Unicycling is an awesome individual or family activity that gets everyone moving and having fun! All skill levels are welcome at this class. Learn to ride or polish some new techniques. Classes meet in the gym and unicycles are provided. Instruction is provided by members of the Twin Cities Unicycle Club. The club is the oldest in the area and the largest in the country, holding over 30 national titles and over 15 world championships. Note: If the class member is a minor child, parents or guardians are required to stay with them during class. 6:30-7:30 Beginner unicycle class open to all ages 7:30-8:30 Open gym for unicycle practice Fee: $30 per person or $45 per family for 8 sessionsWinter 2023
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Vamos con la Musica Live VirtualSkills and DevelopmentDiscover the Magic of SPANISH! In this eight-week LIVE virtual adventure, ¡Vamos con la Música! (Let’s go with Music!), students learn music and school related vocabulary along with useful conversational Spanish taught using dynamic songs and games. The class will also delve into the fascinating culture of Argentina! Put on your thinking caps because each week will be packed full of useful SPANISH. Get a language head start today! (Space is limited.)Winter 2023
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PopularAstonishing Machines - Young Engineers ROBOTICS & STEM ProgramSTEMe2 Young Engineers is a European STEM and Robotics teaching provider which is taught across 50+ countries. Their programs are recognized by Harvard School of Education, European Union, New York State Schools and various other institutes as leaders in such education. They offer a problem and project-based learning program where students learn about new Robotics + STEM concepts in every class and applies those concepts by building operational machines and robots using their kits. Please visit our website for additional details: https://easttwincities.e2youngengineers.com/ In this session, your child will learn about STEM and Programming concepts and will be challenged to build up to four (4) different motorized Robotic and Engineering models using provided building and programming kits. Your child will learn about science of vibration, Pulleys and transmission mechanisms, and Newton’s laws of motions. During the class, your child will build working motorized models of Ground Compactor, robotic Soccer ball launcher, robotic Candy Packaging machine and othersWinter 2023
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20120607_6691.jpg (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Skyhawks Speed, Agility and Quickness CampAthletics (Camps & Clinics)Speed, Agility and Quickness: Skyhawks speed and agility camp is designed for athletes at any skill level looking to improve their current overall athletic performance. Increase your speed, improve your agility and overall quickness with our fast paced drills coordinated by our Skyhawks coaches. Please bring appropriate athletic wear and water bottle. C227 | Ages 5-8 | $95 | Wednesday | Feb 15 - Mar 8 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM | RRES C228 | Ages 9-12 | $95 | Wednesday | Feb 15 - Mar 8 | 3:40 – 4:40 PM | RRESWinter 2023
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BabysittingSkills and DevelopmentTaught by a certified instructor, this course offers leadership, safety, basic care, and the business of babysitting, first aid for breathing and bleeding emergencies. This course is a must for novice and experienced babysitters. Students must attend all 6 hours of instruction. Class is open to both boys and girls. Cost includes handbook. Minimum age is 10.5 years.Winter 2023
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WaitlistSkyhawks Hoopster Tots CampAthletics (Camps & Clinics)Hoopster Tots Camp Ages 2 - 4 Learning basketball has never been more fun! These classes focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount of challenge. C229 | Age 2- 4 | $79 | Thursday | Feb 16 - Mar 23 (No class Feb 23 & Mar 9) | 5:00 - 5:30 PM | MESWinter 2023