Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

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.

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!

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 to 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!

Are you looking for the next step in your Racial Justice journey? Here we will examine racialized assumptions, expectations, images, values, and beliefs, moving from abstract definition to vivid depiction. We'll work to uncover what whiteness and white privilege look like in ourselves, local settings, our communities and workplaces. We'll investigate how these create a white-normed culture and what we can do about it. Join us online! The instructor will send you information to access the class before it begins.

Learn how to start researching your family tree! We’ll cover free tools for starting your family tree, how to gather and add family information, how to use free databases and how to find other family tree information. Forms and outlines will be provided via email prior to each session. During the third session we will do some searching for one of your own ancestors. 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 days and time of class and Mary will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home!

Have you seen ads telling you how to become a shopper, but only if you send them a lot of money? You do not have to pay to begin your new career in this exciting field. You will learn how to sign up with many legitimate mystery shopping companies WITHOUT FEES, avoid the pitfalls and scams, create a required mystery shopping resume and profile, and take care of legalities and taxes regarding this income. You will leave with a list of 25 legitimate companies to work for. 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.

Seeing more Electric Vehicles (EVs) on the road and in the news? You will learn how to separate fact from myth when it comes to owning an EV. You will learn about what current and future EV’s are available and how to calculate ownership and fuel saving compared to your current vehicle. Common questions like, public charging, cold weather driving, maintenance, and battery technology will be covered in the class. Come and see some of the current EVs in person! Class size is limited, so register today!

Have you ever wanted to talk to a real agent or publisher? Are you tired of having your manuscripts critiqued by non-professionals or paying an editor too much money to change your writing to their voice? Email one page of your in-progress manuscript for an in-class critique of one page of your poetry, article, short story, screenplay, novel, non-fiction book, or children’s book. (Optional: You can then send your manuscript for a professional critique (for a critique fee of $50 for up to 25 double-spaced pages + $1/page thereafter, and a list of publishers/agents who are interested in your type of work.) 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.

Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. Learn where to find 1000+ free and low cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won't offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring, and second-tier commissions. You'll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. 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.

Whether you are a hunter, a pet care professional, or a pet owner, you can't call 911 for a dog or cat medical emergency. What do you do? Learn the skills necessary to deal with a medical emergency yourself by taking a pet CPR/First Aid class! This class includes CPR, Rescue Breathing, Choking Management, Bleeding Protocols, Shock, Injury Assessments, and Weather-related Injuries. Includes a user-friendly manual and certificate. No need to bring pets to class.

A photograph captures a moment that is gone forever! Are your photographs in a box, drawer, suitcase, phone, camera chip, external hard drive or all of the above? Are they securely backed up? Understand why photo organization/scrapbooking is more difficult today versus years ago. The number one goal is to SAVE - ORGANIZE - SHARE your photos. Discover alternatives to get every printed/digital photo, video and memorabilia in one location, from scanning to storage and organization. You'll leave with options to access every photo you own and be able to share them with family and friends. Join us online! This class will be offered online using Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and times of class and Susan will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! You will be emailed a class handout.

The purpose of the American Red Cross CPR, AED and First Aid Training program is to help you learn how to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The courses in this program teach skills that you need to know to provide immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. The recommended minimum age is 10 or older for training. To receive certification, student must have strength to perform full compressions. Includes Student Manual and Certification Card.

Have you have wondered how much of the electricity that you use is renewable? You will learn where your electricity comes from today (wind, coal, hydro, natural gas, and solar) and common ways you can reduce your energy costs. Class size is limited so register today!

Learn, through this online presentation, how to save $$$ every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are NOT just for groceries. The savings can add up to HUNDREDS or even THOUSANDS of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you: where to find all different types of coupons, even for high ticket items how to find the best coupon apps and websites how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings This workshop is taught by someone who has used many couponing secrets to save thousands. 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.

Want to learn how to make masks for yourself and your family? Molly will show you ways to modify your mask to suit your needs! You can make kids to adult-sized masks and Molly is even providing a free face mask kit if you would like one! She will also go over different kinds of straps from standard elastic to knit, or ties. Lastly, you will learn how to add a nose wire if you'd like that option. There are so many ways to personalize your mask! These masks are very inexpensive and quite quick to make! This class will be offered live through Zoom online. The instructor will stay online to help students with any questions they have while making their masks. You will need to know how to use a sewing machine for this course. Registration deadline is August 19, if you are picking up a free face mask kit at Community Education.

We will be discussing archived Town Hall Forums put on by Westminster. These forums provide unique opportunities to explore key issues of our day from an ethical perspective. Join us online! These sessions will be held online using Google Meet - you will receive an invitation link from the instructor to join the virtual class before each class begins. Please view the video presentation before the meeting date - click the presenter name below to listen or watch each presentation - then join us virtually for the discussion on the date of the class. September 28, Libby Larsen: A Composer on Composing Libby Larsen is a Grammy Award-winning composer and an advocate for the music and musicians of our time, she co-founded the Minnesota Composers Forum, now the American Composers Forum, which nurtures the creative spirit of living composers and engages communities in the performance and enjoyment of music. October 19, David Brooks: The role of character in creating an excellent life David Brooks is an author and columnist for The New York Times. His recent book, The Road to Character, explores the importance of character development in building a meaningful life. November 16, Tom Brokaw: The Time of Our Lives: Past, Present, Promise Tom Brokaw is a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist who served as anchor and managing editor of the NBC Nightly News from 1983 to 2005. The author of five bestsellers, his newest book, The Time of Our Lives: Past, Present, Promise, is an examination of changes in American life since the Great Depression and a reflection on America’s future. Here's what participants had to say: "Wonderful Presentation & excellent follow up discussion." "Engaging discussion about building community and not being defensive when talking with people you don't agree with."