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  • *NEW* Young Author's Workshop (Grades 5-8)

    NEW Young Authors Workshop Grades 5 - 8 Instructor: Kathleen West, Professional novelist and teacher Do you love monsters, wizards, sports, or history? Learn how to write your own stories! In this fun and supportive creative writing class, middle school students will create characters, build exciting plots, and learn how real authors turn ideas into stories. We’ll start with short pieces and work toward planning longer stories and novels. This class builds confidence, creativity, and a love of writing. Please bring along a nut-free snack, water bottle, notebook, and a writing utensil. Monday - Wednesday June 22 - 24 1:00 - 3:00 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 223 #1680-A26S $59 _______________________________________ Monday - Wednesday August 3 - 5 2:00 - 4:00 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 223 #1680-B26S $59
  • Animal Art (Entering Preschool & Kindergarten)

    Animal Art Entering Preschool & Kindergarten Instructor, Madeline LaJoy Let's explore the world of animals through art! Each day students will learn about different animals and create fun, hands-on art projects inspired by them. Please pack a daily nut-free snack and water bottle. Monday - Thursday, July 6 - 16 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1639-A26S $119
  • Beginner Band Camp ( Entering Grade 5)

    Beginner Band Camp Entering Grade 5 Instructor, Gretchen Chilson, Chris Moore and local professional musicians This camp is designed for students who are new to a band instrument. In large ensembles and through small group instruction, students will learn how to put the instrument together, how to care for the instrument, how to make great first sounds, and how to prepare musical selections. This camp is strongly recommended for beginning students. Students who cannot attend should plan to sign up for Jump Start Lessons or take private lessons on their instrument. A concert is planned for 11:00 am Friday, August 21 for family and friends. Monday - Friday, August 17 - 21 8:00 am - 12 noon Westonka Middle School | Band and Choir Rooms #5810-A26S $105
  • Book Buddies (Entering Preschool & Kindergarten)

    Book Buddies Entering Preschool & Kindergarten Instructor, Maddie LaJoy In this class, we will discover some favorite classic books! We will read and enjoy fun activities centered around our stories, and create art inspired by each book! Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle daily. Monday - Thursday, June 15 - 25 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1638-A26S $119
  • Elephant, Piggie and Pigeon . . . Oh My! (Entering Grades 1 & 2)

    Elephant, Piggie and Pigeon ... Oh My! Entering Grades 1 & 2 Instructor, Jill Borg, Hilltop Kindergarten Teacher Join this joyful community education class celebrating the beloved books of Mo Willems, featuring favorites from Elephant & Piggie, and The Pigeon series. Designed especially for children entering Grades 1 & 2, this class brings stories to life through interactive read-alouds, creative writing and engaging hands-on activities. Please pack a daily nut-free snack and water bottle daily. Monday - Wednesday, June 22 - 24 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1619-A26S $45
  • Fun with ROYGBIV (Entering Grades 1 & 2)

    Fun with ROYGBIV Entering Grades 1 & 2 Instructor, Jill Borg, Hilltop Kindergarten Teacher Step into a world of color and wonder as we explore the magic of rainbows! Get ready for a whirlwind of jazzy math challenges, dzzling science experiments and vibrant art projects that will spark your creativity. It's a week of bright, bold fun - perfect for young explorers! Don't forget to bring a nut-free snack and water bottle and get ready to make the world a little more colorful! Monday - Wednesday, June 15 - 17 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1618-A26S $45
  • Funshine Sunshine (Entering Preschool & Kindergarten)

    Funshine Sunshine Entering Preschool & Kindergarten Instructor, Madeline LaJoy Minnesota Summers are the best! Let's celebrate together as we enjoy fun, Summer-themed art projects, activities, exploring the outdoors and much more! Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle daily Monday - Thursday, July 20 - 30 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1640-A26S $119
  • KidScientific | Secret Agent Science (Ages 5 - 12)

    KidScientific | Secret Agent Science Ages 5 - 12 Step into the world of secret agent science! Young scientists in this class will unravel espionage mysteries through fascinating experiments like creating invisible ink. Learn the science behind hidden messages and more while honing your spy skills. Get ready for a thrilling journey where science meets secrecy, and every discovery holds the key to unlocking hidden knowledge. Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle. Tuesday, June 23 9:00 am - 12 noon Westonka Middle School | Art Room #1650-A26S $55
  • Math Skills Boost Camp (Entering Grades 1 & 2 and 3 & 4)

    Math Skills Boost Camp Entering Grades 1 & 2 and 3 & 4 Instructors, Melissa Abernethy and Sabrina Ruud, Hilltop teachers Give your child’s math skills a boost this Summer! Specifically, the selected math curriculum will align with key skills (number sense, fact fluency, place value, improving problem solving skills, and more) which are required for math success at each level. Please pack a snack if your student is staying for BOTH Reading AND Math camps. The same curriculum will be taught each week; no need to register for both weeks. Session I Grades 1 & 2 Monday - Thursday, August 3-6 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1393-A26S $75 _______________________________________ Grades 3 & 4 Monday - Thursday, August 3-6 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1393-B26S $75 Session II Grades 1 & 2 Monday - Thursday, August 10-13 Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1393-C26S $75 ____________________________________ Grades 3 & 4 Monday - Thursday, August 10-13 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1393-D26S $75
  • Music Around the World (Entering Preschool & Kindergarten)

    Music Around the World Entering Preschool & Kindergarten Instructor, Madeline LaJoy Time to party! Join us for singing, dancing and learning about music. We will explore different instruments and a wide range of musc while moving our bodies to the beat! Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle daily. Monday - Thursday, August 3 - 6 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 142 #1641-A26S $59
  • Outdoor Explorers (Entering Grades K-2)

    Outdoor Explorers Entering Grades K - 2 Instructor, Jack Boland, Shirley Hills Kindergarten teacher Learn to love the outdoors in this class focused on exploring and playing outside. Come catch bugs, make art, build forts and make friends in this fun-filled class that takes advantage of our beautiful Summer weather. Students will try new activities each day. Please pack a nut-free snack and water bottle daily. Monday - Thursday, June 22 - 25 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1642-A26S $59 ___________________________________________________________________ Monday - Thursday, July 20 -23 9:00 - 11:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 144 #1642-B26S $59
  • Reading Skills Boost Camp (Entering Grades 1 & 2 and 3 & 4)

    Reading Skills Boost Camp Entering Grades 1 & 2 and 3 & 4 Instructors, Melissa Abernethy and Sabrina Ruud, Hilltop teachers Give your child's reading skills a boost this Summer! Specifically, the selected reading curriculum will align with key skills (prediction, questions, summarizing, increasing reading fluency, writing and comprehension) which are required for reading success at each level. Please pack a snack if your students is staying for BOTH the Reading and Math camps. The same curriculum will be taught each week; no need to register for both weeks. Session I Grades 1 & 2 Monday - Thursday, August 3-6 9:00 - 10:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 310 #1392-A26S $75 ______________________________________ Grades 3 & 4 Monday - Thursday, August 3-6 9:00 - 10:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 312 #1392-B26S $75 Session II Grades 1 & 2 Monday - Thursday, August 10-13 9:00 - 10:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 310 #1392-C26S $75 ______________________________________ Grades 3 & 4 Monday - Thursday, August 10-13 9:00 - 10:30 am Westonka Middle School | Room 312 #1392-D26S $75
  • Youth Enrichment | Babysitter Safety Training (Ages 11 and up)

    Babysitter Safety Training Ages 11 and up Instructor, Shelly Nahan Boys and girls ages 11 and up learn skill training and information that is necessary in caring for infants and children in this American Health & Safety Institute accredited program. This program will teach the importance of responsibility, recognizing an emergency, emergency action steps, personal safety, fire and water safety, infant/child/ basic care, and also responding to an unconscious victim, CPR, choking management and basic First Aid. Upon successful completion participants will earn the American Health & Safety Institute Child and Babysitting Safety certification card. Students should bring a pen, notebook, snacks, and a beverage to class. Wednesday, March 18 3:15 - 6:15 pm Westonka Activity Center | Conference Room #2008-A26W $69 __________________________________________________________________ Tuesday, May 5 3:15 - 6:15 pm Westonka Activity Center | Conference Room #2008-B26W $69
  • Youth Enrichment | Babysitter Safety training (Ages 11 and older)

    Babysitter Safety Training Ages 11 and older Instructor Shelly Nahan, RN, BSN, PHN, Health & Safety Specialist Boys and girls ages 11 and up learn skill training and information that is necessary in caring for infants and children in this American Health & Safety Institute accredited program. This program will teach the importance of responsibility, recognizing an emergency, emergency action steps, personal safety, fire and water safety, infant/child basic care, and also responding to an unconscious victim, CPR, choking management and basic First Aid. Upon successful completion, participants will earn the American Health & Safety Institute Child and Babysitting safety certification card. Students should bring a pen, notebook, snacks, and a beverage to class. Thursday, June 11 8:00 - 11:00 am Westonka Middle School | Room 225 #2008-A26S $65 ______________________________________________________________ Wednesday, August 5 8:00 - 11:00 am Westonka Middle School | Room 225 #2008-B26S $65
  • Youth Enrichment | Calligraphy and Cursive (Grades 3 & 4)

    Calligraphy and Cursive Grades 3 & 4Instructor Alyssa Bodine, Shirley Hills Art Teacher Learn to write your name and more in cursive using a calligraphy pen. In this class, you will use practice sheets and special pens to learn to write the alphabet in cursive. We will also do a name placard project in the second session. Mondays, March 2 & 93:40 - 4:40 pmShirley Hills Primary School | Art Room#2055-A26W $35 ______________________________________________________________________________Mondays, April 20 & 273:40 - 4:40 pmShirley Hills Primary School | Art Room#2055-B26W $35
  • Youth Enrichment | SafeKids 101 (Ages 8-12)

    SafeKids 101 Ages 8 - 12 Instructor Shelly Nahan, RN, BSN, PHN, Health & Safety Specialist Is your child ready to stay home alone? SafeKids 101 boosts confidence with essential safety training for kids ages 8 - 12. They learn how to handle emergencies, basic First Aid, stranger danger, and more - ensuring both you and your child feel prepared and safe at home and in the community. Shelly will discuss some fun, safe activities to do when home alone, how to create fun and options of health and safe snacks. Please indicate any food allergies at registration. Thursday, June 11 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 225 #2046-A26S $45 _______________________________________________________________ Wednesday, August 5 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Westonka Middle School | Room 225 #2046-B26S $45