Minneapolis Public Schools

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We'll use LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, to build robots and program them to move, react, and make sounds! Later in the year it will be time to design rockets ships! Robotics are good for language development, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Year-round, Tues/Thurs Class

Preschool Program for Three Year Olds Three Day-a Week Preschool Program taught by licensed early childhood teachers. Parent Education class taught by licensed parent educator twice monthly. Curriculum aligned with state and district standards. * Children must be 3 years old by September 1, 2021 * Children should be toilet trained School for the Children: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 12:00 - 2:30 pm Parenting and Parent/Child Class: Every other Thursday, 12:00 - 2:30 pm Unfortunately we are unable to offer full scholarships for this class, but tuition is based on a sliding fee scale, see below. Annual Income Monthly Fee/Per Enrolled Child 0-19,999 125.00 20,000-29,999 140.00 30,000-49,999 155.00 50,000-69,999 170.00 70,000-89,999 185.00 90,000-119,999 200.00 120,000-139,999 215.00 140,000-159,999 235.00 160,000+ 250.00

Thursday 2nd Grade Enrichment & Scouts will include an hour of arts/crafts and puzzles/games, and an hour of programming taught by a Northern Star Scouts leader. Scouts will participate in project-based learning and spend time outdoors. Note that this class will only occur on Thursdays. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for this group as a companion to the 2nd Grade Reading & Math Fun Extended Learning class that will occur on Tuesdays. Snack will be served. Note that Community Education will be collecting an optional, sliding-scale fee for this course that ensures our programs are equitable and financially sustainable.

Experiment with the world of STEM and develop academic skills with a Loring teacher in this co-ed group for 2nd graders. This is a year-long class, and students will be strongly encouraged to re-register for future sessions. Fall curriculum will focus on Lego Robotics and students will explore Aerospace Engineering & Rocketry in the spring. Snack will be served.

Unwind from the school day and spend some time working on academic skills in a relaxed environment for 2nd graders in this Extended Learning class taught by a Loring teacher. Play games, work on puzzles, read stories, and get outside. For Thursday programming, students in this group are strongly encouraged to sign up for the 2nd Grade Enrichment & Scouts Group that will occur on Thursdays from 3:00-5:20 (optional fee collected)

Develop reading and writing skills and get into a creative flow in this Extended Learning class for 3rd graders taught by a Loring teacher. The class will include a poetry curriculum and time to unwind and journal after school. Note that this class will only occur on Tuesdays. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for the 3rd Grade Thursday Math & Reading Extended Learning class that will occur during the first block of program on Thursdays and the 3rd Grade Enrichment Group that will occur during the second half of program on Thursdays (optional fee collected).Snack will be served.

Experiment with the world of STEM and develop academic skills with a Loring teacher in this co-ed group for 3rd graders. This is a year-long class, ending on May 12. Fall curriculum will focus on Lego Robotics and students will explore Aerospace Engineering & Rocketry in the spring. Snack will be served.

Hang out with friends and develop academic skills though puzzles, games, and projects in this Extended Learning class for 3rd graders taught by a Loring teacher. Spend some relaxing time reading, challenge yourself, and get outside after school. Note that this class will only occur during the first half of program on Thursday. Students in this class are strongly encouraged to also sign up for the 3rd Grade Enrichment Group that will occur during the second half of program on Thursdays (optional fee collected).

Relax and have fun with your friends in this Enrichment group for 3rd graders. Rotations will include arts and crafts, puzzles and games, and active time outdoors. Note that this class will only occur during the second half of program on Thursdays. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for the 3rd Grade Reading, Creative Writing, & Math program that will occur during the whole program on Tuesdays and the first half of program on Thursdays. Snack will be served. Please contact Ms. Olivia at 612-668-2077 if you have any questions. Note that Community Education will be collecting an optional, sliding-scale fee for this course that ensures our programs are equitable and financially sustainable.

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We'll use LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, to build robots and program them to move, react, and make sounds! Later in the year it will be time to design rockets ships! Robotics are good for language development, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Year-round, Mon/Wed Class

Develop empowering skills and relationships in this group focused toward 4th grade girls. Rotations will include Footlights Theater Club, arts/crafts, Zumba, and opportunities for youth leadership and voice. Led by Ms. Ann and Ms. Sheila, the school social worker. Young people are strongly encouraged to also sign up for the 4th Grade Girls Group: Tuesday Leadership program. Snack will be served. Note that Community Education will be collecting an optional, sliding-scale fee for this course that ensures our programs are equitable and financially stable.

Have fun and develop leadership skills in this group designed to lift up and empower 4th grade Loring girls. Daily activities will include a mix of active and artistic activities, as well as a rotation by Footlights Theater Club. Led by Ms. Ann and Ms. Sheila, the school social worker. Students in this group are strongly encouraged to also sign up for the 4th Grade Girls Group: Thursday Enrichment program (optional fee collected). Snack will be served.

Develop empowering skills, build friendships, and work on passion projects in this Thursday group focused toward 5th grade girls. Express yourself through relaxing arts and crafts, get active doing Zumba, and choose what YOU want to do after school with this group. Led by Ms. Ann and Ms. Sheila, the school social worker. Young people are strongly encouraged to sign up for the companion Girls Group: Tuesday Enrichment class that will include Footlights Theater Club and more fun choice activities (optional fee collected). Snack will be served.

Build confidence with Footlights Theater Club, unwind while doing relaxing art, and spend time working on passion projects in this 5th Grade Tuesday Enrichment group. This class is focused towards girls and led by Ms. Ann. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for the 5th Grade Girls Group: Thursday Leadership class led by Ms. Sheila. Snack will be served. Note that Community Education will be collecting an optional, sliding-scale fee for this course that ensures our programs are equitable and financially sustainable.

Enjoy a bonfire, nature inspired outdoor art project, guided nature walk, snack kit and safely distanced socializing! Come hang out in our backyard, it will be "bunches of fun"! Meets at North Mississippi Regional Park: Carl W. Kroening Interpretive Center, 4900 N Mississippi Dr. Register online or call 612.668.2478. *During in-person outdoor classes participants must agree to wear a face covering, maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet from others at all times, do an At-Home Daily Health Assessment and answer the health screening questions upon arriving at the class. Participants with any signs of illness are to stay home.

Our favorite 5 in a row game BINGO is back. Join in the fun and win some cool prizes. Your registration also includes a snack and drink that you can take home at the end of the event. Class participants must wear a face covering, maintain social distance and take a home health assessment prior to coming to class. All in-person classes will follow current COVID-19 safety protocols.

Join Minneapolis Community Education ACCESS NEW Special Olympics Bowling Team! Practices are held this fall at Memory Lanes and you can choose to compete at the State Competition in November. Register online or call 612.668.2478. Class participants must wear a face covering, maintain social distance and take a home health assessment prior to coming to class. All in-person classes will follow current COVID-19 safety protocols.

Invite birds into your backyard this winter by crafting an edible snack house for them. These feeders are a lovely decoration and a great food source for our bird friends that brave the cold. Class participants must wear a face covering, maintain social distance and take a home health assessment prior to coming to class. All in-person classes will follow current COVID-19 safety protocols.

Let’s kick off the holidays together by creating beautifully decorated sugar cookies! Class participants must wear a face covering, maintain social distance and take a home health assessment prior to coming to class. All in-person classes will follow current COVID-19 safety protocols.

Do you like to draw or paint? If so, you might want to try something new and make a mosaic. Mosaic is a form of art where a surface is covered by small pieces of objects, like stones, glass or tiles, that fit together tightly. Come create your very own unique snowperson mosaic art.