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

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.

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!

Prerequisites: Swimmers must be able to stand independently in 4 feet of water. Instructors will be instructing from the pool deck. Intermediate 3 builds on skills from Beginner 1 and 2 by coordinating strokes and increasing endurance. Swimmers will focus on learning breaststroke as well as further developing their freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and dolphin kick. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Beginner 2 and/or demonstration of all Beginner 2 certification requirements on the first day of lessons. Swimmers will learn the following: Jump in from the side into deep water and return to the edge Submerge whole head and retrieve objects underwater while holding breath for 10 seconds Rotary breathing Front float (survival float), face in water, for 30 seconds Back float, ears in water, for 30 seconds Flutter kick (on front and back) in streamline position for 10 yards Breaststroke kick for 10 yards Dolphin kick for 10 yards Scissors kick (on side) for 10 yards Freestyle (with rotary breathing) for 15 yards Backstroke for 15 yards Elementary backstroke for 15 yards Breaststroke (full stroke, with kick) for 10 yards Treading water (in deep water) for 30 seconds Kneeling dive Learn how to perform simple, non-swimming assists (in water) Learn to recognize, prevent and respond to cold water emergencies

We believe basketball is a platform to teach life skills and provide experiences that extend into all areas of a young person's life. We prioritize teaching the fundamental skills of the game and the qualities of a good teammate. Above all we want kids to realize the gifts they have received and empower them with some tools to reach their own potential. Special emphasis on leadership, teamwork, goal setting and work ethic. All campers will receive specialized 1-on-1 shot breakdown, video analysis, and instruction from Coach Witt

Greg DeGier, Band Director at Discovery Middle School will be teaching private band lessons. In addition to being a professional band director, Greg has been playing and directing for 30+ years in various jazz bands, dance bands and musical pit orchestras. Greg is an active adjudicator for regional and state music contests and is currently a member of Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) and Minnesota Band Directors Association (MBDA). Private lessons include: Flute Clarinet Saxophone Trumpet French horn Trombone Baritone Tuba Percussion Lessons are available in a three lesson bundle. Lessons will be available in 30 minute increments. Please note type of private lesson and desired time on your registration form. Band lessons will be held in the Discovery Middle School Band Room.

Greg DeGier, Band Director at Discovery Middle School will be teaching private band lessons. In addition to being a professional band director, Greg has been playing and directing for 30+ years in various jazz bands, dance bands and musical pit orchestras. Greg is an active adjudicator for regional and state music contests and is currently a member of Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) and Minnesota Band Directors Association (MBDA). Private lessons include: Flute Clarinet Saxophone Trumpet French horn Trombone Baritone Tuba Percussion Lessons are available in a three lesson bundle. Lessons will be available in 30 minute increments. Please note type of private lesson and desired time on your registration form. Band lessons will be held in the Discovery Middle School Band Room.

Fancy yourself an inventor? An engineer? An artistic creator? Each day, you will face a new design challenge and compete to see who can rise to the top! Who can design the strongest boat? The most exciting roller coaster? The best eye-catching advertisement? Build your creativity and problem solving,skills through several exciting hands-on challenges. Come ready to think, design, and compete!

School of Fish is taught by pro angler and fishing TV show host Mike Frisch. Students learn about lakes, finding fish in those lakes, and some great ways to catch them. They also learn to tie a fishing knot plus rig and use a slip-bobber setup. Registration fee includes: Rod & Reel $10 Bass Pro Shops gift card Tackle box and tackle School of Fish full color workbook Snack pack One adult is invited to attend with a child at no additional charge, provided they share one equipment packet. Most importantly, however, they leave class with the knowledge and skills to go fishing! Registration deadline: May 5.