Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

To help prepare for ACT testing, we are offering this intensive test preparation workshop who coach high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to do their best on the ACT. In this 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!

Create a unique canvas picture by layering multiple paint colors into a plastic cup. Then, pour the cup onto a canvas and watch the paint swirl into unique patterns. All materials included.

October is fire prevention month. Get the inside scoop at our local fire station. You will receive a tour of the station, get up close with the insides of the fire trucks and learn about what firemen do to keep safe. You'll also hear about fire safety and prevention.

Need to learn how to provide first aid, CPR, or use an AED to help save a life for your job or volunteer activity? Do you need a certification card? Heartsaver is the course for you. Cost includes the AHA Heartsaver student manual and course completion card. Class size limited, register early!

This course is set up to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatics emergencies and to provide care for them until EMS can take over.

There’s nothing like fresh fruit grown in your own yard! Learn how to plant and harvest apples, and how to protect trees and fruit from disease and insects. Taste a variety of apples the instructor has grown.

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.

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.

Each month you will have the fun of creating art projects with old friends and new friends. Bring home a wonderful craft item that you have completed during this class.

Explore the stages of bread making, creative intermixing of recipes, and guidelines for converting standard recipes into no-knead refrigerated recipes. We will start with some basic recipes, introduce the levain method for sourdough, and bake many variations of breads from refrigerated or frozen dough that is prepared in advance of baking. This course requires the ability to stand for periods of time.

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.Topics include: recognizing dangers, calling 911, basic first aid techniques, personal safety tips, tricky people, basic gun and fire safety.

Ever wanted to learn how to box? Come join Nordic Warriors Boxing Academy for this once a week session to discover some real skills! You will learn the fundamentals of boxing including movement, how to punch properly, defense and some light contact punches to the body. Learn a new skill, get a great workout and learn how to defend yourself!

Why are bees important? Globally there are more honey bees than other types of bee and pollinating insects, so it is the world's most important pollinator of food crops. Dr. Struthers will discuss collecting honey, pollination, life cycle, interesting instincts and characteristics, how bees organize their society and how to get a beehive started. You will have a chance to taste honey samples. He will also give you an annual schedule of the when, what and why of hive care.

Learn about needles, yarns, casting on/off and basic stitches, enough to do a simple scarf. A supply list will be sent with registration confirmation.

BINGO! Share the excitement as the numbers are called and everyone gets closer to winning! Win prizes as the night goes on and enjoy delicious root beer floats.

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.

Everything you always wanted to ask about CBD! You will learn the history of hemp. What are the misconceptions, uses and types of CBD available for you. Yes, you will be able to sample the product and participate in a group question and answer session. Join us for a fun evening of discussion.

Everything you always wanted to ask about CBD! You will learn the history of hemp. What are the misconceptions, uses and types of CBD available for you. Yes, you will be able to sample the product and participate in a group question and answer session. Join us for a fun evening of discussion.

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.

This FREE trip preview provides details about a travel opportunity to Cape Cod & the Islands presented by Bursch Travel and Premier World Discovery. Learn about this unique, professionally managed and guided tour and decide if this is your next travel destination! Cape Cod’s charming beaches, majestic coasts, beautiful islands and rich history are yours to enjoy for 7 days on September 12-18, 2020 for $2895 per person, double occupancy. There is no fee to attend, however pre-registration is recommended for this presentation.