TriDistrict Community Education

ROCC--Residents of Color Collective is offering their program ROCC Climbers for BIPOC Youth at Heritage. **There is no charge to register but please sign up so ROCC is able to plan for activities. The ROCC Climbers program is a transformative leadership initiative designed specifically for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) youth. The program aims to nurture young leaders by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and experiences necessary to thrive and make a positive impact in their communities. Age Group Target Grades: 5-8 Program Components Leadership Development Workshops and Seminars: Focus on leadership skills, public speaking, and community organizing. Mentorship: Pairing youth with community leaders and professionals for guidance and support. Cultural Education Swahili Lessons: Basic language lessons to connect youth with African heritage and foster cultural pride. Cultural Exchange: Activities that promote understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures. Creative Expression Writing Workshops: Encouraging self-expression through writing, helping youth develop their unique voices and narratives. Art Projects: Opportunities for youth to explore various forms of art and creativity. Financial Literacy Budgeting and Saving: Practical lessons on money management, including budgeting, saving, and making informed financial decisions. Entrepreneurship: Introduction to basic business concepts and entrepreneurial thinking. Youth will be able to participate in out of school programs: Nature-Based Activities - Outdoor Adventures: Nature hikes, camping trips, and environmental education to foster a love for nature. Health and Wellness Physical Activities: Sports, yoga, and other physical activities to promote fitness and well-being. Mental Health Resources: Access to mental health support and wellness programs. Community Engagement Service Projects: Opportunities for youth to engage in community service and give back to their communities. **La inscripción es gratuita, pero regístrese para que ROCC pueda planificar las actividades. El programa ROCC Climbers es una iniciativa de liderazgo transformadora diseñada específicamente para jóvenes BIPOC (negros, indígenas y personas de color). El programa tiene como objetivo formar líderes jóvenes proporcionándoles las habilidades, el conocimiento y las experiencias necesarias para prosperar y generar un impacto positivo en sus comunidades. Talleres y seminarios: se centran en las habilidades de liderazgo, la oratoria y la organización comunitaria. Tutoría: se vincula a los jóvenes con líderes y profesionales de la comunidad para brindarles orientación y apoyo. Educación cultural Clases de suajili: lecciones básicas de idioma para conectar a los jóvenes con la herencia africana y fomentar el orgullo cultural. Intercambio cultural: actividades que promueven la comprensión y la apreciación de diversas culturas. Expresión creativa Talleres de escritura: Fomentamos la autoexpresión a través de la escritura, ayudando a los jóvenes a desarrollar sus voces y narrativas únicas. Proyectos de arte: Oportunidades para que los jóvenes exploren diversas formas de arte y creatividad. Educación financiera Presupuesto y ahorro: Lecciones prácticas sobre administración del dinero, que incluyen presupuestos, ahorro y toma de decisiones financieras informadas. Emprendimiento: Introducción a los conceptos básicos de negocios y pensamiento empresarial. Los jóvenes podrán participar en programas extraescolares: Actividades en la naturaleza - Aventuras al aire libre: Caminatas en la naturaleza, viajes de campamento y educación ambiental para fomentar el amor por la naturaleza. Salud y bienestar Actividades físicas: Deportes, yoga y otras actividades físicas para promover la aptitud física y el bienestar. Recursos de salud mental: Acceso a programas de apoyo y bienestar para la salud mental. Participación comunitaria Proyectos de servicio: Oportunidades para que los jóvenes participen en el servicio comunitario y retribuyan a sus comunidades.

Holiday Cookie and Candy Make & Take Students will participate as a group making cookies and candies for the holidays. Favorites like Russian Teacakes, Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies, Cranberry-Orange Shortbread Cookies, Chocolate Fudge and Pretzel Rods dipped in caramel and chocolate. Each student will go home with 10 dozen boxed holiday treats. All packaging is supplied. There is a supply fee of $25.00 per student Instructor: Diana Hirte

Let’s gather for a cool night as we make homemade ice cream sundaes. We will make our ice cream in gallon bags and enjoy a variety of toppings to go with it.

You work your whole career with the goal of someday retiring. This seminar covers the crucial years leading up to your retirement date, that active years of your retirement, and the winding down of your retirement years. Subjects will include: Estate planning, when to take you Social Security, long term and life insurance options, and key financial products and services. Please bring your questions to this interactive forum. Instructor: Steve Ledin

Ever considered becoming a landlord or investing in real estate but needed more information? Learn about opportunities in today's Twin Cities marketplace, how to analyze a property, tax considerations, and what to put in a lease. We will review all aspects of becoming a landlord from buying. selling, and renting. Instructor John Mazzara

Join for one or both sessions! The weight loss session will stop food cravings, snacking and overeating. Or join the smoking/chewing cessation without weight gain or withdrawal course. Dress comfortably and bring a pillow, sleeping bag, or blanket. You may be sitting or laying down for part of the session. The fee includes the class session, a reinforcement CD, and a lifetime membership for free future classes if reinforcement is desired. Part of the fee is donated to the American Lung and Heart Association. Smokers will have a 40 minute break off the school grounds to smoke their last final cigarettes. Bring your cigarettes with. 6pm - Introduction for both Weight Loss and Smoking Cessation. 7pm - Weight Loss Hypnosis. 8pm - Stop Smoking/Chewing Tobacco Hypnosis.

Two is the perfect age for you and your little one to be in a parent-child class! Your two-year-old benefits from learning to be around others, and you benefit from support and information that help you nurture a child of this challenging age. This class is a great way to begin to expose your child to new situations and for you to meet other parents. Come and have fun with your child while you grow as a parent! Parents separate from children for parent discussion time.