Minneapolis Public Schools

This class is packed with surprises! Make tasty edible art, play awesome gym games, and explore the outdoors when the weather (or snow!) lets us. We’ll also build with Legos and other cool projects—every day is a new adventure! Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Join us and let your imagination run wild! We’ll create cool Arctic animals with art supplies and head outside for frosty adventures whenever we can. Get ready for fun, creativity, and a splash of Arctic magic. Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Put your thinking cap on! In this class, you’ll discover how fun strategy can be. Learn chess, play new games, and sharpen your brain while playing fair and having fun! Teacher: Mr. Dorau This class runs Session 2 (January 12 - March 4) and Session 3 (March 16 – May 13). Students will be enrolled for all dates. This is an Extended Learning class. Extended Learning classes (ALC) are taught by licensed teachers, incorporate academic state standards, and are free to all participants.

Students will learn basic storytelling through interactive games, crafts, and activities! Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Students will use creative writing prompts, games, and other writing tools and techniques to create their own stories! Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Participants are invited to use art to express themselves and explore the world around them. This series will incorporate a range of materials and prompts to promote reflection, connection, creativity, and fun! Not only will we make wonderful creations, we will use art to learn about friendship, sharing, decision making and more! Partner Organization: Curiosity Studio Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Pick up your sword, prepare your spells, and join us for an adventure for honor, hijinks, and hilarity! Students create and roleplay a character or become the Dungeon Master (DM) as they travel through a mystical world, fight monsters, and find treasure together. Come one, come all, no matter if you're an experienced or new player, and be part of an unforgettable adventure! Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Join a Naturalist from Minneapolis Parks to explore nature in your school yard! Each week we will investigate the curiosities we find, engage in experimentation, use tools to help us discover more, and enjoy time spent outside. Our explorations will offer opportunities for building skills in observing, describing, and collaborating with others through sensory and investigative experiences. Partner Organization: Minneapolis Park and Rec Board Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

An exciting, interactive class where students will discover the magic of performing through Theater! Students will be introduced to behind-the-scenes tech skills and have a performance at the end of the session. From learning movement and public speaking techniques to developing characters and practicing scenes, each child will gain confidence and teamwork skills as they bring a play to life. Whether it's on stage or behind the scenes, every student will contribute to the creative process, culminating in a memorable performance that celebrates their hard work and talent! Teacher: Mr. Lee This class runs Session 2 (January 12 - March 4) and Session 3 (March 16 – May 13). Students will be enrolled for all dates. At the end of Session 3, the class will culminate in a presentation. This is an Extended Learning class. Extended Learning classes (ALC) are taught by licensed teachers, incorporate academic state standards, and are free to all participants.

Get moving with fun relays and exciting tag games that keep students active and energized! Each session features a variety of gym activities designed to build coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Students will boost their fitness, agility, and confidence, all while having a blast with their classmates. Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Your favorite fairytales are coming to the Dowling stage! If you like reading, storytelling, working with others, and performing, then this class is right for you. Together we'll read our favorite storybooks and transform them into short scenes. We will perform at the end of the session. Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Learn to crochet and knit wearable and shareable creations in this creative class. Explore your creativity using various textiles including yarn, string, and natural fibers. Sliding Scale Fee: To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Ed offers fees on a sliding scale. When paying online, the “Class Fee” represents the amount to cover all costs associated with the class such as: snack, admin support, partnership fees etc. The rates above “Class Fee” allow us to scholarship students at lower rates. Please select the price that works best for your family.

Working together with LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, students will build various robot prototypes. Students will program these robots to move, react, and make sounds, applying their skills to solve design challenges. This class runs Session 1 (October 21 - December 16) and Session 2 (January 12 - March 4). Students will be enrolled for all dates. At the end of Session 2, the class will culminate in a presentation of student robots and projects. This is an Extended learning class. Extended Learning classes (ALC) are offered by licensed teachers, incorporate academic state standards, and are free to all participants.