Minneapolis Public Schools

Students will learn arrangements of contemporary pop songs and perform them at the end of the after school programming cycle. Special emphasis will be placed on breath control, pitch, collaborative singing and performance etiquette on a stage. We’re going to have so much fun! This class is funded through Extended Learning through Minneapolis Public Schools. Every student who is in an Extended Learning class after school must have a Continuous Learning Plan (CLP) that will need to be signed by a Parent/Guardian and returned. Your child's after school teacher will send this form home with your child the first week of class. Instructor: Liz Collin This class begins on February 4th and ends on May 14th (14th weeks).

In this class we'll work on vocabulary and grammar and encourage children to create authentic dialogues. Thanks to our elementary-focused, immersive program, your child will start speaking fast. Our classes combine theme-based and grammar lessons with hands-on learning to meet your child at their right level. Class includes a parent portal for continued learning at home. Instructor: Language Sprout This class begins April 10th and ends May 15th Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our afterschool programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When families participate at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable.

Certified yoga instructors teach the founding principles of yoga. This class includes yoga, mindfulness, special breathing techniques, all wrapped up in fun games and ongoing art projects. Instructor: One Love Yoga This class begins on April 7th and ends on May 12th Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our afterschool programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. The cost of the class is listed first. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When families participate at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable.

This class offers an exciting adventure into the world of engineering design and prototyping, which is essential for designing race cars and other vehicles. Students will brainstorm, sketch, build, test, and refine their prototypes, gaining invaluable hands-on experience. Students will have the opportunity to test the limits of all their vehicle designs in various races for speed and challenges designed for distance. Students will also have the option to design and build CO2 dragsters out of wood blocks, providing a thrilling culmination to their learning journey. Students should register for only either a M/W class or a Tu/Th class. This class is funded through Extended Learning through Minneapolis Public Schools. Every student who is in an Extended Learning class after school must have a Continuous Learning Plan (CLP) that will need to be signed by a Parent/Guardian and returned. Your child's after school teacher will send this form home with your child the first week of class. Instructor: Eric Knutson This class begins on February 3rd and ends on May 15th.

Amusement park rides, theatre stages, pools, race tracks and more are a part of the mix. We’ll tinker with engineering and robotics concepts, use teamwork and collaboration to build water parks, rides and creative petting zoos. It’ll be a fun class where STEAM concepts intersect with creativity and open-ended problem solving as we build our way through each afternoon! This class begins on April 9th and ends on May 14th. This course has a $10 supply fee which is included in the cost of the class. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our afterschool programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. The cost of the class is listed first. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When families participate at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable.

KENDAMA merges the fun and excitement of play with the importance of mindful awareness and emotional regulation. Your student will learn basic techniques in mindful breathing designed to help reduce stress, anger and anxiety. They will also practice emotional awareness and growth mindset through journaling, reflection and play with kendama in a series of progressively harder challenges and games. Students can expect to be active and moving during our class. No prior kendama experience is necessary! Students will receive a Kendama to take home and practice. What is Kendama, watch Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13dpgTqcpnM Instructor: Sweets Kendamas This class begins on April 10th and ends May 15th Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our afterschool programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. The cost of the class is listed first. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When families participate at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable.

Learn how to play the game of chess from Twin Cities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching experience. Competitive chess tournaments are scheduled once a year and students can play for real chess trophies! All levels welcome. Instructor: Twin Cities Chess This class begins on April 10th and ends May 15th Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our afterschool programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. The cost of the class is listed first. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When families participate at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable.