TriDistrict Community Education

Online ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or for a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own, and study at their desired pace. The fee for this course is $60, and you may repeat the course at no charge until you graduate from high school. The online course will allow students to log-in for the course and proceed at their own pace. The course will be using Google Classroom to present the online course and it will be equivalent to the 12 hour classroom time. The course will use instructors' videos, voice-overs, illustrations, and slides that guide you through all of the testing areas of the ACT. You will also be able to communicate with the instructor when you have questions or concerns. **If you are on free/reduced lunch please contact us for a scholarship. **You will need a gmail account to access the google classroom. Your student's isd197.org account that is managed by google will not work--ISD197 blocks access to google classrooms outside the 197 domain. Once students are enrolled, they are sent an access code for their class via email, as well as directions on how to begin the simple process of starting their class. Students have the flexibility of working on classwork at their own pace around their own specific schedule. For more information, call Advantage Prep at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net.

Online ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or for a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own, and study at their desired pace. You may repeat the course at no charge until you graduate from high school. The online course will allow students to log-in for the course and proceed at their own pace. The course will be using Google Classroom to present the online course and it will be equivalent to the 12 hour classroom time. The course will use instructors' videos, voice-overs, illustrations, and slides that guide you through all of the testing areas of the ACT. You will also be able to communicate with the instructor when you have questions or concerns. **You will need a gmail account to access the google classroom. Your student's isd199.org account that is managed by google will not work--ISD199 blocks access to google classrooms outside the 199 domain. Once students are enrolled, they are sent an access code for their class via email, as well as directions on how to begin the simple process of starting their class. Students have the flexibility of working on classwork at their own pace around their own specific schedule. For more information, call Advantage Prep at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net.

Virtual ACT Prep Class This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-school class, but still prefers the interaction with one of the Advantage Educational Programs' instructors. 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 if needed. The fee for this course is $150 and the only things you need are an internet connection and a computer/tablet/smart phone. Instructions will be sent to you via email a few days before the course begins. For more information, call 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net.

Do you love to act, or enjoy politics, or just want to share your personal message. If so, Speech might be an activity you want to learn more about. Middle School students join the Henry Sibley Speech team to learn more about this activity at a one day workshop. During this workshop students will see live performances in multiple categories and learn about the skills required to participate. Attendees will have a chance to meet current competitors and ask questions about the activity. Instructor: Ben Geiger--High School Debate and Speech Team Coach

District 197 Community Education Youth Enrichment offers classes to all our district youth after-school, on non-school days and weekends. We have classes for everyone--Drama Lab, STEM, Aquatics, Driver's Ed, ACT Prep, Arts and Craft, Chess Clubs and more! Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today! Your full amount goes directly to our Youth Enrichment Scholarship Fund. Any amount is appreciated and every donation will help students across our district have an enrichment opportunity!

Got someone dramatic at home? We got a place for them! Drama Lab is a theatre arts enrichment experience that uses drama as a tool to develop future creators who will stand out as leaders among their peers. We guarantee that each student will burst with laughter during our classes while improving their social skills, listening, problem solving, and focus. Drama Lab classes enable students to explore their acting skills in a variety of ways including: -Improvisation -Short Scenes -Monologues -Character Development -Theatre Games and more Sign up today! Space is limited! Please be sure your student is following the same COVID Protocols as they do with school day classes, do not send your child if they are not feeling well or were a close contact to anyone testing positive for COVID. Face masks are required for the class. Social distancing will be practiced. Please be assured that if for any reason this class is cancelled, you will be offered a voucher/credit to use for a re-scheduled class or future class. A full refund is also available upon request.