District 622 Community Education

(For children birth to 4 years by September 1, 2020) This multi-age class meets two days per week and is for families wanting to practice English. Parents and their children birth-four attend together for part of the first session and separate on the second day of the session. This course will help to improve your English language skills through conversation, learning activities, and more. You must register all children that are attending. This is a 2-day Tuesday/Thursday afternoon class. We also offer a 2-day Spanish speaking only ELL class on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. We encourage you to register for both semesters to hold your spot in the class for the full year.

(For children birth-12 months as of September 1, 2020.) Parents with infants born after 9/1/19 are invited to join at any time. This class includes activities, songs, rhymes, movement and parent discussion with a parent educator and early childhood teacher. Parents and children spend time together exploring toys and participating in classroom activities in a stimulating environment. Non-separating class. Register your child and add parents/guardians as "additional attending users." We encourage you to register for both semesters to hold your spot in the class for the full year.

(For children 30 months-four years by September 1, 2020) Sibling care is available for this course. This class meets two-days per week. Monday is a parent-child day and Wednesday is a child only day. Parents and children play and learn together during the parent-child day and parents separate for a discussion time. Children attend without parents on Wednesday and practice skills such as sharing, taking turns, problem solving, asking questions, and learning through play. Children must be able to use the bathroom independently to attend this class. We encourage you to register for both semesters to hold your spot in the class for the full year. Call 651-702-8411 for more information about registering.

(For children 2-3 years old on or before September 1, 2020) With a little guidance from us, we can enhance your child's opportunities to engage in STEM learning and develop their critical thinking skills. While building with blocks, children can build bridges and ramps incorporating engineering and math. The possibilities are endless for STEM education! Children love to experiment, combine new substances, build, knock down, collect and sort all while learning. Each week we will do a new science experiment and STEM activities will be embedded throughout. You will separate from your child for a portion of each class time.

Spanish ELL Birth-4 class. (For children birth to 4 years by September 1, 2020) This multi-age class meets two days per week (Monday and Wednesday afternoons) and is for Spanish speaking families wanting to practice English. Parents and their children birth-four attend together to improve their English language skills through conversation, learning activities, and more. You will separate from your child for a portion of each class time. You must register all children that are attending.

(For children 12-23 months as of September 1, 2020) Parent-child activities are planned for children ages 12-23 months. Parent discussion topics include child development, eating and sleeping routines, and parenting styles. In Semester I, parent discussion time is held in the classroom and parents gradually separate during Semester II. Please register your child and list parent/guardians as "additional attending users." We encourage you to register for both semesters to hold your spot in the class for the full year.

This is a Live Online class using the zoom platform, scheduled to take place at the noted date and time All participants will receive an email that includes easy instructions for accessing the class as well as handouts if there are handouts for the class. Learn to paint a different quick and expressive acrylic painting with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show creating dynamic results in your acrylic paintings. Acrylic Painting supplies needed: 8x10 inch canvas cup of water paper towels acrylic paint colors - good brands are Winsor & Newton, Liquitex, Blick, Golden and Gamblin - Titanium white - Mars Black - Colbalt Blue - Cadmium Red Medium Hue - Cadmium Yellow Medium Hue Utrecht Filbert Brush 16 Instructor: Vanessa Merry

This is a Live Online class using the zoom platform, scheduled to take place at the noted date and time All participants will receive an email that includes easy instructions for accessing the class as well as handouts if there are handouts for the class. Learn to paint a different quick and expressive acrylic painting with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show creating dynamic results in your acrylic paintings. Acrylic Painting supplies needed: 8x10 inch canvas cup of water paper towels acrylic paint colors - good brands are Winsor & Newton, Liquitex, Blick, Golden and Gamblin - Titanium white - Mars Black - Colbalt Blue - Cadmium Red Medium Hue - Cadmium Yellow Medium Hue Utrecht Filbert Brush 16 Instructor: Vanessa Merry

Join other outdoor enthusiasts for a guided paddle of the scenic Wisconsin Apple River. Enjoy a relaxing 3 hour downstream kayak trip covering almost 8 miles of a remote stretch of the river. Meet at the River Island Park in Star Prairie, WI where you will be shuttled to the starting point. After a paddling and safety overview, your excursion will take you past beautiful scenery, wildflowers, eagles and other river life. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the way. Recommended for people with some kayaking/canoeing experience. You must be able to maneuver around downed trees, branches, and some small ripples for the last ½ mile. Youth ages 15 and up may attend but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring water, snacks, bag lunch, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, binoculars (if you have them) and a dry bag or large ziplock bag for your things. Dress in layers and wear shoes that strap on and can get wet. Register by July 9, 2020. no refunds after this date.

Every wonder how professional singers first learned their art? Discover how you can use your voice to make beautiful music. Learn the proper techniques for basic singing, stance, breath support, vowels, range, and vocal exercises. We will also explore different types of choirs, keyboard instruments, operas, musicals, and famous singers throughout history to the present. Jenny Lanz

Do it at home craft kits are a great way to keep busy, keep your mind active and be creative! Each kit contains an easy to follow set of instructions and all the art materials needed to create the project. Kits will be available to order starting July 8 and go through September 23. Create a Butterfly: Create three butterflies. ****KITS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP ONLY **** Order by Wednesday at noon for pick up the following Tuesday. Hours for pick up - 9-3 on Tuesdays Orders will be available to pick up at: District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, Door E, White Bear Lake MN 55110

Review the rules of the road and learn new information regarding today's cars, and update your driving skills. Those over the age of 55 qualify to receive a 10 percent discount on their auto insurance following completion of the 8-hour basic course. To maintain this discount, a 4-hour refresher course is required every three years. Register at least 1 week before the class date, no walk-ins.

Do it at home craft kits are a great way to keep busy, keep your mind active and be creative! Each kit contains an easy to follow set of instructions and all the art materials needed to create the project. Kits will be available to order starting July 8 and go through September 23. Dot Art: Create four pictures using colored adhesive dots. ****KITS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP ONLY **** Order by Wednesday at noon for pick up the following Tuesday. Hours for pick up - 9-3 on Tuesdays Orders will be available to pick up at: District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, Door E, White Bear Lake MN 55110

AT THIS TIME, SCREENING APPOINTMENTS ARE ON HOLD. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN WE BEGIN SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS. EMAIL BTHRALL@ISD622.ORG IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS. Your appointment is not secured until you receive a confirmation email. Early Childhood Screening is for children ages 3-5 and is FREE. Minnesota state law requires that all children participate in Early Childhood Screening before entering public kindergartens. Some private schools also require it. A screening appointment is required to be scheduled prior to entering District 622 Preschool. You may still register for preschool if an appointment is made. This FREE service provides an early look at your child’s development and is good for you and your child! Your child will complete developmental activities with a trained screener and his/her height, weight, vision, and hearing will be checked. You will review your child’s developmental and medical history with a nurse. You may learn of useful community resources for you and your child.

Do it at home craft kits are a great way to keep busy, keep your mind active and be creative! Each kit contains an easy to follow set of instructions and all the art materials needed to create the project. Kits will be available to order starting July 8 and go through September 23. Fabric Scrap Wreath: Create a 12' wreath using fabric scraps. ****KITS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP ONLY **** Order by Wednesday at noon for pick up the following Tuesday. Hours for pick up - 9-3 on Tuesdays Orders will be available to pick up at: District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, Door E, White Bear Lake MN 55110

Do it at home craft kits are a great way to keep busy, keep your mind active and be creative! Each kit contains an easy to follow set of instructions and all the art materials needed to create the project. Kits will be available to order starting July 8 and go through September 23. Fairy Garden: Assemble your very own Fairy garden, complete with milnature characters and accessories. ****KITS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP ONLY **** Order by Wednesday at noon for pick up the following Tuesday. Hours for pick up - 9-3 on Tuesdays Orders will be available to pick up at: District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, Door E, White Bear Lake MN 55110

This is a Live Online class using the zoom platform, scheduled to take place at the noted date and time All participants will receive an email that includes easy instructions for accessing the class as well as handouts if there are handouts for the class. Set yourself up for a successful start to the day by preparing healthy breakfasts ahead of time. Discover Meat and Potato Lover's Breakfast Bowls, Steel Cut Oats Five Way and–for an easy on-the-go protein snack–two flavors of Egg Bites: Spinach Parm and Hearty Sausage. You will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and you will receive a link to the recorded session so you can review afterwards.