TriDistrict Community Education

School District 197 Youth Enrichment Community Education is pleased to partner with Advantage Educational Programs. For the past 26 years, Advantage Educational Programs benefited thousands of students in Minnesota by preparing them for the college entrance exams. They offer ACT Preparatory Courses in more than forty high schools in Minneapolis/St. Paul and the surrounding area. 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 $80, 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 course information, call Gary at Advantage Prep at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net. For registration information call Community Education at 651-403-8520 Curso preparatorio ACT en línea. Este curso es una excelente alternativa para cualquier estudiante que no pueda asistir a clases en la escuela o para un estudiante que prefiere prepararse para el examen ACT por su cuenta y estudiar al ritmo deseado. El costo de este curso es de $80 y puede repetir el curso sin cargo hasta que se gradúe de la escuela secundaria. El curso en línea permitirá a los estudiantes iniciar sesión en el curso y proceder a su propio ritmo. El curso utilizará Google Classroom para presentar el curso en línea y será equivalente al tiempo de clase de 12 horas. El curso utilizará videos de los instructores, narraciones, ilustraciones y diapositivas que lo guiarán a través de todas las áreas de evaluación del ACT. También podrá comunicarse con el instructor cuando tenga preguntas o inquietudes. ** Si tiene almuerzo gratis / reducido, comuníquese con nosotros para obtener una beca completa. ** Necesitará una cuenta de Gmail para acceder al aula de Google. La cuenta de isd197.org de su estudiante que es administrada por Google no funcionará: ISD197 bloquea el acceso a las aulas de Google fuera del dominio 197. Una vez que los estudiantes están inscritos, se les envía un código de acceso para su clase por correo electrónico, así como instrucciones sobre cómo comenzar el proceso simple de comenzar su clase. Los estudiantes tienen la flexibilidad de trabajar en el trabajo de clase a su propio ritmo en torno a su propio horario específico. Para obtener información sobre el curso, llame a Gary en Advantage Prep al 612-222-5108 o visite www.advantageprep.net. Para obtener información sobre el registro, llame a Educación Comunitaria al 651-403-8520

Join us at Two Rivers High School for folkstyle wrestling for all levels! This is a co-ed class, girls and boys welcome. Ages 4 (must be potty trained) - 12 years old Beginners or experienced wrestlers are welcome. All wrestlers will receive a t-shirt. Please wear t-shirt, gym shorts, wresting shoes or socks and bring a water bottle with your name on it. Coached by Sakai Kelly TRHS Assistant Wrestling Coach **If you are a parent with wrestling experience and interested in volunteering your time to help with the classes please reach out to Head Coach Mason Young at mason.young@isd197.org A background check will be required, done with Human Resources via email.

New!! School District 197 Youth Enrichment is now partnering with Safeway Driving School to offer our Driver's Education classes. Safeway has been graduating safe teen drivers in the Twin Cities for over 50 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. 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. Parent Classes are offered monthly in person or by distance learning (via Zoom). This class is not required but qualifies the parent to receive a certificate that allows their student reduced practice time (from 50 to 40 hours). Parents can sign up for a Parent Class on Safeway’s website. 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 $420 and includes the classroom, behind-the-wheel lessons and all materials. There are no hidden charges or additional fuel surcharges. Pay in full upon registration $420 or choose the payment plan: $250 at registration and $170 due the Friday before class starts. Students must be at least 14.5 years old to join the class. For parents, click HERE for more information. Classroom instructors and driving lessons are provided by Safeway Driving School. www.safewaydrivingschool.com. 651-351-9150

Softball Development Clinic (Grades: 3-5*) These clinics are designed for athletes preparing to play at the 10U level for Spring/Summer 2025. Introduction to developing the fundamental skills necessary for participation the game of softball. Emphasis on throwing, catching, fielding, hitting and FUN! Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players **5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) If you need financial assistance for the clinic or assistance with equipment, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org by Jan 3rd. Required Equipment: Glove, Bat, Helmet, Water Bottle We have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

PITCHERS CLINIC **Must provide a parent/guardian catcher Work to develop the proper mechanics necessary for excelling as a softball pitcher. From beginner to advanced, pitchers will receive appropriate instruction and high reps to help them grow and understand how their movements work together for success. Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players For greatest growth opportunity, please pick either pitcher OR catcher clinics per session. Required Equipment: Glove, Bat, Helmet and Water Bottle If you need financial assistance for the clinic or assistance with equipment, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org by Jan 3rd. *5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Spring/Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) This year we have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

CATCHERS CLINIC! *5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Spring/Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) Work to develop the proper mechanics necessary for excelling as a softball catcher. From beginner to advanced, catchers will receive appropriate instruction on receiving, blocking, throwing and in-game appropriate skills. Catchers will also receive live reps from skill appropriate pitchers. Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players Pitchers and Catchers clinics run at the same time and athletes will be working together. For greatest growth opportunity, please sign your daughter up for only one of the options. If you need financial assistance for the clinic, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org Recommended Equipment: Full catcher's gear (some will be available if needed) This year we have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

Softball Development Clinic (Grades: 5-7*) These clinics are designed for athletes preparing to play at the 12U level for Spring/Summer 2025. Great for both beginners and experienced youth softball players, this clinic will focus on the development and refinement of foundational skills necessary to compete in the game of softball. Emphasis on throwing, catching, fielding and hitting and overall knowledge of the game to prepare athletes for their season ahead. Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players *5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Spring/Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) If you need financial assistance for the clinic or assistance with equipment, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org by Jan 3rd. Required Equipment: Glove, Bat, Helmet and Water Bottle This year we have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

PITCHERS CLINIC! **Must provide a parent/guardian catcher *5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Spring/Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) Work to develop the proper mechanics necessary for excelling as a softball pitcher. From beginner to advanced, pitchers will receive appropriate instruction and high reps to help them grow and understand how their movements work together for success. Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players For greatest growth opportunity, please pick either pitcher OR catcher clinics per session. Required Equipment: Glove, Bat, Helmet and Water Bottle If you need financial assistance for the clinic or assistance with equipment, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org by Jan 3rd. This year we have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

CATCHERS CLINIC! *5th grade students should sign up with the level they will be participating in for Spring/Summer 2025 (10U or 12U) Work to develop the proper mechanics necessary for excelling as a softball catcher. From beginner to advanced, catchers will receive appropriate instruction on receiving, blocking, throwing and in-game appropriate skills. Catchers will also receive live reps from skill appropriate pitchers. Hosted by Two Rivers Softball Program Coaches & Players Pitchers and Catchers clinics run at the same time and athletes will be working together. For greatest growth opportunity, please sign your daughter up for only one of the options. If you need financial assistance for the clinic, please contact Jennifer Carpenter at jennifer.carpenter@isd197.org by Jan 3rd. Recommended Equipment: Full catcher's gear (some will be available if needed) This year we have 2 sessions! You can sign up for both sessions. Session 1: Sundays Jan. 5, 12 & 19 Session 2: Sundays Feb. 16, 23 & March 2

Somerset Teacher Class! Come get fit while having fun with Mr. Reay! Each week we will focus on strength, speed and endurance while playing games and having fun! ¡Ven a ponerte en forma mientras te diviertes con el Sr. Reay! ¡Cada semana nos centraremos en la fuerza, la velocidad y la resistencia mientras jugamos y nos divertimos!

Friendly Hills Teacher Class! Unlock the secrets of creativity and problem-solving with our exciting after-school class, Escape Room Architects! Over the course of eight weeks, students will immerse themselves in the captivating world of escape rooms. Each session blends gameplay with hands-on design as participants collaborate to solve puzzles and create their own unique escape room experiences. This class fosters critical thinking, teamwork, and ingenuity. Please bring charged iPads. Taught by FHMS Teacher, Ms. Lombardi Descubra los secretos de la creatividad y la resolución de problemas con nuestra emocionante clase extraescolar, ¡Arquitectos de salas de escape! A lo largo de ocho semanas, los estudiantes se sumergirán en el cautivador mundo de las salas de escape. Cada sesión combina el juego con el diseño práctico a medida que los participantes colaboran para resolver acertijos y crear sus propias experiencias únicas en salas de escape. Esta clase fomenta el pensamiento crítico, el trabajo en equipo y el ingenio. Traiga iPads cargados. Impartida por la profesora de FHMS, Sra. Lombardi

Yoga (Grades: 5-8) This is an introductory course for beginner yogis. Middle school students will learn beginner yoga poses, yoga breathing techniques, and the yoga philosophy. Students will go through an entire yoga sequence designed specifically to be middle school friendly and fun with positive music! Students will need a yoga mat, water bottle, and small towel. Students can wear comfortable clothing-short sleeves work best. Taught by Ms. Harris, Reading Specialist at Heritage & Certified Yoga Instructor

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! (Grados: K-4) ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess"

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess"

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! (Grados: K-4) ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess"

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! (Grados: K-4) ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess"

ASL 1: Have fun learning American Sign Language! We will start with the alphabet, basic signs, animals, winter signs, and food. Sentence structures, introductions, and deaf history will be included. Taught by: Suzanne Downs--Parent of a daughter who is deaf and a retired Deaf/Hard of Hearing school teacher. She has taught ASL at the high school, middle school, and community education level. Her belief is that the more people who know sign language, the better! ASL 1: ¡Diviértete aprendiendo lenguaje de señas americano! Comenzaremos con el alfabeto, señas básicas, animales, señas de invierno y comida. Se incluirán estructuras de oraciones, presentaciones e historia de la sordera. Impartido por: Suzanne Downs, madre de una hija sorda y maestra jubilada de escuela para sordos o con problemas de audición. Ha enseñado ASL en la escuela secundaria, la escuela media y el nivel de educación comunitaria. Cree que cuantas más personas sepan lenguaje de señas, mejor.

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! (Grados: K-4) ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess"

Wizards of Chess, Chess Club! Join us in learning this National Award Winning Program! Learning the game of chess promotes imagination, creativity, develops memory, teaches independence, inspires self-motivation, and develops a logical way of thinking. Students of all levels are welcome. Yes, even if your student does not know how to play, we will teach them! Each session is filled with different material, and all learning is done with encouragement and fun on an individual personal level! All in-class equipment is provided. Instructor: Veronica Harrison--owner of Wizard of Chess ¡Los magos del ajedrez, Club de Ajedrez! (Grados: 5-8) ¡Únase a nosotros para aprender este programa ganador de premios nacionales! Aprender el juego de ajedrez promueve la imaginación, la creatividad, desarrolla la memoria, enseña la independencia, inspira la automotivación y desarrolla una forma lógica de pensar. Los estudiantes de todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Sí, incluso si su hijo(a) no sabe jugar, ¡se lo enseñaremos! ¡Cada sesión está llena de material diferente y todo el aprendizaje se realiza con estímulo y diversión a un nivel personal e individual! Se proporciona todo el equipo de la clase. Instructora: Verónica Harrison - propietaria de los magos del ajedrez- "Wizard of Chess" Wizards of Chess, Naadiga Chess! Nagu soo biir si aad u barato barnaamijkan Abaalmarinta Qaranka! Barashada ciyaarta shataranjiga waxa ay kor u qaadaa mala-awaalka, hal-abuurka, waxa ay horumarisaa xusuusta, waxa ay barataa madaxbannaanida, waxa ay dhiirigelisaa is-dhiirigelinta, waxaanay horumarisaa hab fikir oo macquul ah. Ardayda heerarka kala duwan waa la soo dhawaynayaa. Haa, xataa haddii aanu ardaygaagu aqoon sida loo ciyaaro, waanu bari doonaa! Kalfadhi kastaa waxa ka buuxa walxo kala duwan, waxbarashada oo dhanna waxa lagu sameeyaa dhiirigelin iyo madadaalo heer shakhsi ah! Dhammaan qalabka fasalka dhexdiisa waa la bixiyaa. Macallinka: Veronica Harrison - milkiilaha Wizard of Chess

Intro to Sewing Class Kids will be learning 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 garment or craft and sew a project of their own creation. All material and tools provided. Instructor: Doremi Tinoco, owner of Nena's Atelier in Oakdale, MN Clase de costura! (Grades: 3-8) Los niños aprenderán a coser, incluidas las técnicas básicas de costura, el conocimiento de las herramientas de costura y diferentes tipos de puntadas. Los estudiantes practicarán la costura con una máquina de coser. Crearán un boceto de prenda o manualidades y coserán un proyecto de su propia creación. Se proporciona todo el material y las herramientas.

Pilot Knob Teacher Class! Oula celebrates the healing power of dance as part of an inclusive, come-as-you-are community where everyone is welcome. The result is a transformative approach to intentional wellness that’s fun. Oula merges cardio of varying intensity levels with easy-to-follow choreography, mindfulness practices, and a culture of inclusivity — all to an energetic pop soundtrack. Every Oula class empowers participants to challenge their bodies and process their emotions through music, movement, and, most importantly, a community connection. Please wear clothes that are easy to move in, closed toed shoes, and bring a water bottle. Taught by Ms. Garibay, Pilot Knob 1st grade teacher **Please note no class on Oct 17 due to MEA and no class on Nov 14 due to training Ms. Garibay is attending. Qoob ka ciyaarka Oula (Fasalada: 2-4) Oula waxa uu u dabaaldegaa awoodda bogsashada ee qoob ka ciyaarka iyada oo qayb ka ah bulsho loo wada dhan yahay, sida-aad tahay-kaalay halkaas oo qof walba lagu soo dhawaynayo. Natiijadu waa hab wax-ka-beddel ah oo loogu talagalay fayoobaanta ula kac ah ee madadaalo leh. Oula waxa uu ku daraa wadnaha heerar kala duwanaansho xoog leh oo leh si sahlan loo raaci karo sawir-qaadista, dhaqamada miyir-qabka, iyo dhaqanka isku-darka-dhammaantood si tamar badan leh. Fasal kasta oo Oula ah waxa uu awood u siinaa ka qaybgalayaasha inay ka doodaan jidhkooda oo ay shucuurtooda ku socodsiiyaan muusigga, dhaqdhaqaaqa, iyo, tan ugu muhiimsan, xidhiidhka bulshada. Fadlan xidho dhar ay fududahay in la galo, kabo suulasha xidhan, oo soo qaado dhalada biyaha. Waxaa baray Ms. Garibay, macalinka fasalka 1aad ee Pilot Knob. Danza Oula (Grados: 2-4) Oula celebra el poder curativo de la danza como parte de una comunidad inclusiva donde todos son bienvenidos. El resultado es un enfoque transformador para el bienestar intencional que es divertido. Oula combina cardio de diferentes niveles de intensidad con coreografías fáciles de seguir, prácticas de atención plena y una cultura de inclusión, todo en una enérgica banda sonora pop. Cada clase de Oula permite a los participantes desafiar sus cuerpos y procesar sus emociones a través de la música, el movimiento y, lo que es más importante, una conexión con la comunidad. Use ropa que sea fácil de mover, zapatos cerrados y traiga una botella de agua. Impartido por la Sra. Garibay, maestra de 1er grado de Pilot Knob

Join our Board Game Bonanza! Discover new games, make friends, and sharpen your skills. We'll explore a variety of board games, from classic favorites to the latest trends. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just starting out, there's a game for everyone. Register today and get ready for a fun-filled adventure! Taught by Heritage Teacher Mr. Schwartz