Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

To help prepare for ACT testing, we are offering this intensive test preparation workshop coaches high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to do their best on the ACT. In the five-hour ZAPS seminar, students will learn strategies for using partial knowledge to eliminate wrong choices, gain tips for improving in all four sub-tests: English, Math, Reading, Science; understand the most strategic ways to use limited testing time, take shortened practice tests that mirror the actual testing experience, reduce their test anxiety and gain confidence. Students receive a comprehensive study guide and 24 practice test workouts with detailed answer explanations. Students will also get suggestions for individualized study in the days leading up to the test. The vast majority of students who take this class say that they believe it helped them improve their test score!

Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Swimmers must be able to stand independently in 4 feet of water. Instructors will be instructing from the pool deck.Successful completion of Intermediate 4 and/or demonstration of all Intermediate 4 completion requirements on the first day of lessons. Advanced 5 refines coordination of Intermediate 3 and 4 skills and increases endurance by treading water for longer as well as swimming farther distances. Swimmers will learn the following: * Rotary breathing * Flutter kick (on front and back) in streamline position for 25 yards * Breaststroke kick (on front) for 25 yards * Dolphin kick for 25 yards * Scissors kick on side for 25 yards * Freestyle (with rotary breathing) for 50 yards * Backstroke for 50 yards * Elementary backstroke for 50 yards * Breaststroke for 25 yards * Sidestroke for 25 yards * Butterfly for 15 yards * Freestyle and backstroke open turns * Treading water (in deep water) for 2 minutes * Shallow dive * Head-first surface dive to retrieve a submerged object in deep water (approx. 7 feet) * 4-minute swim utilizing any of the six strokes * Front float (survival float), face in water, for 2 minutes * Back float, ears in water, for 2 minutes * Learn how to call for help and the importance of knowing first aid and CPR * Learn basic safety guidelines/risks at pools, waterparks and waterfronts

Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Swimmers must be able to stand independently in 4 feet of water. Instructors will be instructing from the pool deck. Successful completion of Advanced 5 and/or demonstration of all Advanced 5 completion requirements on the first day of lessons. Advanced 6 polishes strokes to allow swimming with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances. Swimmers will be introduced to more advanced stroke technique and will be required to demonstrate proper and efficient body position and movement for each stroke, as well as competitive swimming skills such as flip turns, proper finishes, starts and utilizing a pace clock. Swimmers will learn the following: * Flutter kick (on front and back) in streamline position for 50 yards * Breaststroke kick (on front) for 50 yards * Dolphin kick for 50 yards * Scissors kick (on side) for 50 yards * Freestyle (with rotary breathing) for 100 yards * Backstroke for 100 yards * Elementary backstroke for 50 yards * Breaststroke for 50 yards * Sidestroke for 50 yards * Butterfly for 25 yards * Freestyle and backstroke flip turns * Dive from a starting block * Utilize competitive swim equipment including pull buoys, paddles, fins and reading a pace clock * 6-minute swim utilizing any of the six strokes * Tread water for 5 minutes * Demonstrate the HELP and Huddle positions for 2 minutes * Demonstrate a survival float in deep water for 5 minutes * Discuss basic safety rules for open water environments and boating

August Membership (August 3 - August 31, 2020) Location: Your Home Easy, Effective, Energizing Exercise for Every “Body”! Gym is closed and looking to stay in shape? You can do it from the comfort of your own home and still receive the personalized training you need! You can E Fit! You can change your body! Natalie will help you reach your fitness goals. This class has easy to follow instructions and routines that will boost your metabolism, burn fat and strengthen and tone all muscles in your body. This is a high intensity, low impact, cardio, tone & stretch class. All fitness levels are welcome. Fitness Your Way! Purchase the number of sessions per month you would like to access from home and receive this training virtually!

Create this awesome back to school memory board at home together! You and your child can use this chalk-style board to record their school year details and dreams every year. This will be a fun addition to your family memories! This would also make a perfect gift for your favorite family. Register by August 6!

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.

Why do fish chase after one lure but ignore the next one? Do they see every color, certain colors or none at all? Adam Hjelm, from Sauk River Watershed, will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures, as well as giving you a chance to make your own lure to take home and try out! All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity! Students 10 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

A sign on your front step or porch is such a welcoming attribute to your home. Create a porch sign from home that represents your family, or your attitude! Let your creativity flow! Register by August 20.

Your young child can now enjoy an EXTRA day of ECFE in this preschool experience for soon-to-be 3 year olds! Parents and children will have fun doing activities together on the first day of the week, followed by a parent discussion focusing on real life ways to support their preschoolers development. Children will attend a bonus 2 hour class by themselves two days later to gain confidence with a preschool experience in a warm, fun environment. Children and families ready for more than ECFE alone, and who are 3 by February 1, 2020 are invited to join in on the fun. EEC Classroom D119. SIBLING CARE IS AVAILABLE ONLY ON MON/TUES; NO SIBLING CARE ON WED/THURS.

Enjoy an awesome hike with friends and meet new friends. Learn the 7 Rules of hiking and just explore the nature around you. Get some fresh air and learn fun games to play on the trial!

It's never too late to explore hip hop dancing. And even more fun when you can do it in the beautiful Legacy of the Lakes gardens! The adult hip hop dance sessions will include a full stretch and warm-up, as well as a complete cool down. You will work up a sweat while dancing to fun hip hop themed music and choreography. We will introduce you to a strong foundation of hip hop isolations, foot work and grooves. If you want to learn hip hop while getting a great workout, this is the class for you! Grab a friend and sign up. All levels and abilities are welcome.