Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

Anyone can attain personal empowerment. It depends more on your actions than on the size of your bank account or the title on your business card. We will cover 15 simple things you can start doing today to build your competence and confidence. Register by Oct. 8 and your Zoom invitation will be sent with all of the information you will need. You will be able to interact live with the instructor during this online event.

Improve your driving skills and if you're 55 or older, get a discount on your personal auto insurance. If you have successfully completed the 8-hour course, then you are eligible to renew your insurance certificate by taking this 4-hour course.This 4-hour refresher Defensive Driving Course, is taught by experienced, professional traffic safety instructors, including officers of the Minnesota State Patrol. The class consists of lecture, films and discussions using Zoom virtual technology. There is no behind-the-wheel driving and there are no tests. Registration deadline is November 12. According to Minnesota state law, people age 55 and older who complete a state approved defensive driving course are eligible to receive a 10 percent, three-year discount on auto insurance. Contact your insurance agent for details. After you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of completion to give your insurance company.

Improve your driving skills during this initial 8-hour course over 2 days, and if you're 55 or older, get a discount on your personal auto insurance. The Defensive Driving Course, developed by the National Safety Council, teaches basic crash prevention techniques and has a proven record of reducing traffic violations and incidents. It's taught by experienced, professional traffic safety instructors, including officers of the Minnesota State Patrol. The class consists of lecture, films and discussions using Zoom virtual technology. There is no behind-the-wheel driving and there are no tests. Registration closes by November 3rd. According to Minnesota state law, people age 55 and older who complete a state approved defensive driving course are eligible to receive a 10 percent, three-year discount on auto insurance. Contact your insurance agent for details. After you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of completion to give your insurance company. If you have successfully completed the 8 hour course, then you are eligible to renew your insurance certificate by taking the 4 hour course.

What happens when we die? Are our loved ones at peace? What do they want us to know? Bring your questions and experiences you would like to share and we'll talk! Instructor, Victoria Juster, has over 20 years of experience as a medium; she has communicated with Spirits since childhood and has lived through three near-death experiences. She uses her gift to help people deal with the grief of losing a loved one. What students said: "This session opened up many ideas for me and gave direction and peace." "Fun! Enlightening, interesting, people felt free to speak up and share. Well done!" "Victoria was patient and kind and attentive to each person. She seemed to help everyone find an answer. Simply outstanding. Thank you for having her here tonight." Join us online! This class will be held online using Zoom. Prior to the course, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Victoria will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with St. Louis Park Community Ed.

Have you been curious as to what Snapchat is exactly? In this workshop we will cover everything curious parents need to know about one of most popular social media apps in the world used by tweens and teens. You'll learn the foundation for how it's used, what the basic features include, and more. Stay up to date in today's digital world with this fun and informational class. Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Nickie will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with St. Louis Park Community Ed.

Abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. This class is being held online, interactive through Zoom. You can choose to enable your camera and audio, or just view the live content. More information will be sent before class. This class is offered in partnership with Wayzata and St. Louis Park Community Education Programs.

Are you stuck on a painting or drawing and would like a concentrated period of time to receive feedback and work on it? Then this might work for you! Each session will begin with a 30 minute demonstration on a technique and subject of choice by the instructor. Students will then receive individual critiques and input on a drawing or watercolor painting they are working on. Bring your own supplies and the painting or drawing you want to begin or have an opportunity to finally finish!

This free, mandatory screening is for all Minnesota children and is best done when your child is 3 years old. The process will obtain a MN Student ID number for your child. Screening is a simple, careful check of your young child's speech and language, thinking skills, physical development, and social/emotional health. It is designed to ensure the healthy growth of students to be successful in any educational setting, and if needed, connect them to resources that will support their development. For school district enrollees, screening must be completed prior to registering in district preschool or Kindergarten programming.

It is all about the birds and bees…and butterflies. Come learn about how to attract more pollinators and songbirds to your backyards by making some simple changes and additions. We will specifically be focusing on the fall and winter season for your efforts. We will also discuss various species of pollinators and what perennial plants will have them buzzing to your backyards next spring. An email invitation will be sent with a PDF version of the PowerPoint and the Zoom link to the meeting prior to the presentation date. You will be able to interact live with the instructor during the online presentation to answer any of your questions. Receive a Native Plant book, class informational folder and be entered into the prize drawing if you request after the course!

Have you been in or near an emergency situation where someone was hurt? Imagine being able to help out in a situation where first aid is needed. Children can make a difference in an emergency situation. It is important to let them know basic first aid steps in different situations. Topics include: recognizing an emergency and knowing what to do, calling 911, basic first aid techniques, personal safety tips, tricky people, basic gun and fire safety.

If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight submit manuscripts the correct way find the right publisher for your work write irresistible query letters determine when and how to get an agent 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn step-by-step how to: start a FREE blog with WordPress choose a blog template emphasize your blog content with a creative name use your unique voice to share your expertise connect your domain/website You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

This course will teach you how to use plants as the subject of art with easy approaches and many visual examples. You will learn how to observe and approach subjects for drawing, creatively transfer what you see to paper, how to use elements of line, shape, and space to make a composition and layer color pencil for tonal accuracy. All drawing abilities are welcome-including beginning drawing!

Get ready for your New Year celebration with this short virtual course on brie. Discover how it's made and learn the answer to the age-old question, "Can you eat the rind?" We'll also explore what cheeses go with your favorite bubbly beverages, including wine, cider, and beer. Local cheesemonger Kerry Jerred guides you through the intimidating world of artisan cheeses, from cheese selection for your cheese board to pairing with your favorite libation. Registration deadline is December 7. A few days prior to the start of class, you will receive an email with the ZOOM Meeting link as well as a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board, with cheese and beverage pairings. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. This online class is held in partnership with Elk River Community Education.

Creating a budget is the first step to reducing debt, saving for college, retirement or your dream vacation. The class will guide you through the process to easily create a budget plan that works for you.

Holiday entertaining is on the horizon! Impress and welcome your friends and family with these ideas for selecting and arranging cheese, meat, fruit, and other delicious condiments into an epic platter! Local cheesemonger Kerry Jerred will guide you through the intimidating world of artisan cheeses, from cheese selection to pairing with your favorite libation! Registration deadline is November 9. A few days prior to the start of class, you will receive an email with the ZOOM Meeting link, and a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board, with cheese and beverage pairings. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. This online class is held in partnership with Elk River Community Education.

If you love the outdoors and capturing destinations with your camera, this class is for you. Class will focus on handling your camera, light and composition. Jim Umhoefer is the author and photographer of four outdoor guidebooks on Minnesota and Wisconsin. He also does contract photography for the U.S. Forest Service, Minnesota DNR, and a variety of resorts and vacation properties.

Ring in the holidays by creating this Christmas-themed wood barn. Perfect as a gift or keep for your own holiday décor. This course can be taken in-person at the Design Station or as a Take Home kit.

Composts and mulches are nature’s way of recycling; keeps waste out of landfills, and it fertilizes without chemicals. It’s a great way to turn wood chips, vegetable and yard trimmings into a dark, crumbly fertile soil. Make your garden happy and help the environment. Learn how to use a variety of composts and the various mulches out there for all your planting and landscaping needs whether you make them yourself or buy them off the shelf. The pros, the cons, and everything in between. An email invitation will be sent with the link to the meeting prior to the presentation date. You will be able to interact live with the instructor during the online presentation to answer any of your questions.