Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

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.

Come and join us to learn about native bees. We will learn the bee basics and also the importance of these incredible insects. We will also be making bee houses that you will be able to take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies, and flowers in your own backyard! All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.

Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? We will be digging right in and seeing what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams. This is a very hands-on session full of creepy crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are as well as what they can tell us about the water.

Destination Imagination is a fun, creative problem solving competition for students. Their goal is to encourage and motivate students to become the next generation of innovators and leaders. Students work as part of a team, to solve a problem of their choice. Problems include those requiring STEM, improvisation and visual arts. Students register individually but please put a team together before you register. Teams consist up to 7 students and each team needs a parent as a Team Manager. The kick off informational meeting will take place October 25 and you do not need to pay the registration fee to attend. From there, Team Managers decide when the teams meet, fill out registration paperwork, etc. To learn more and experience some instant creative problem solving visit www.mndi.org and idodi.org. Individual registration fee includes: Team registration fee, Regional Competition fee and Affiliate Competition fee (if team qualifies).

Join the fun and get an introduction to the sport of wrestling! This class is designed for kids to learn about the rules, scoring, match sequence, basic techniques and sportsmanship involved in wrestling. Give wrestling a try before the season is in full swing! Please bring a snack and water bottle. Alexandria Wrestling Booster Club is sponsoring this class.

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: Nov 15.

Be a Super Sitter! Review the basics and take your babysitting skills to the next level. In this hands-on workshop, students will learn about childcare plus, guest speakers will share specific safety and first aid information. Learn fun and simple strategies to keep children entertained and engaged in activities when babysitting. This Super Sitter Workshop is for beginners, those who have never taken a babysitting course and for more experienced sitters to brush up on skills and get new ideas. This class is especially designed to help students learn to supervise toddlers and up. Instructor is licensed teacher Tessa Lang. Please bring a healthy snack and water bottle.

Attention parents! Is your son or daughter starting to stay home alone? Are you looking for a place for them to get some safety tips? This is an ideal class for students to learn responsibility, basic first aid and how to respond in certain emergency situations. Discussion items include phones, weather, intruders, internet activity, sibling relationships and much more! Licensed teacher, Tessa Lang, will be leading the instruction. Please bring a healthy snack and water bottle.