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Fall 2018
EARLY LEARNERS
YOUTH LEARNERS
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ADULT LEARNERS
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Friends….. Early Learners Academy
I Early Learners
t’s been a year since we launched our rebranding of Early Learners Academy is a fee-based quality childcare program designed to meet
the needs of families who desire an all-day early education experience for their
Bloomington Community Education and I hope you have
three, four, or five-year-old child.
liked what you have seen. We have an active presence
on social media, revamped the entire catalog to include Early Learning Services
our early, youth, and adult learners, and retooled our Early Learning Services with programming at Pond Center, Southwood Center, Valley
pages on the district’s website. We have added new class View Elementary, Washburn Elementary, Indian Mounds Elementary, and Oak
Grove Elementary is a go-to program for our youngest learners and their families.
options for both youth and adults, added classes to our everyday through your participation Highly family-centered, Early Learning Services enhances the development of each
Community Education Campus, and created a monthly and support of our programming that you really like what young child and strengthens families by providing a full range of quality education
e-newsletter. We were also named a WCCO Radio “Good we do! and support to meet the unique needs of each family and child.
Neighbor!”
ECFE
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Take a look through this catalog and check out some of
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes help parents meet the challenges
ne thing that won’t change is the committment our new fall classes. I am sure you will find something of parenting and help young children (birth to 5 years) develop socially, physically,
to our community of lifelong learners. You are that excites you! And if you don’t find it....tell us! We’ll emotionally, and intellectually. ECFE classes are offered weekly at both Pond Center
the reason we do this work. We schedule the do our best to make it happen. and Southwood Center. Check out the new ECFE classes in the Early Learners
classes you say us you want to participate in. You tell section of this catalog.
us what your children are interested in for after school Preschool
enrichment programming. You share your thoughts Executive Director Early Learning Services preschool programs include preschool for three-year-olds
and preschool for four-year-olds. All of the preschool programming is designed to
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Mission Statement support preschoolers as they develop the skills necessary for lifelong learning. In
loomington Community Education
The mission of Bloomington Community addition, opportunities for families to come and learn alongside their preschooler
is always looking for feedback and parent education is included.
about our programs and classes. One Education is to provide engaging high-quality
way we gauge feedback is from the lifelong learning opportunities that enrich the Preschool Screening
evaluation forms we give to participants lives of our diverse community. Early Learning Services conducts screenings for children in Bloomington, which help
identify children who may benefit from early childhood services before they enter
in our Adult Enrichment classes. Thank
Community Education Advisory Council school and connects them with the appropriate resources and programs.
you for taking the time to fill out the
evaluations...we do read them and David Benson, Jackie Doncavage, Brent Larson, Marilyn Nelson, Driver’s Education
take your feedback into account when Jim Sorum, Heather Starks, and Andrew Wilkins Bloomington Community Education Driver’s Education program is partnering
scheduling the next season of classes. The Community Education Advisory Council is required by law to meet
with A+ Driving School to provide students more options, including a combined
Classroom/Behind the Wheel package and a Behind the Wheel only option.
Youth Learners
W e don’t have evaluations for our
Youth Enrichment classes, but
starting this fall, we will be sending out
at least four times per year. Interested in becoming a member? Give us
a call at 952-681-6103 for an application.
These classes are for students not signed up to take it as a credit during their
regular school day.
Galaxy Middle School Youth Center
School Board Members
random surveys to parents of children During the school year, Galaxy Youth Center provides Bloomington youth in
taking after school, evening, and Maureen Bartolotta, Beth Beebe, Tom Bennett, Dick Bergstrom, Nelly grades 6-8 a safe and fun place to be with friends after school. Galaxy offers youth New this year:
weekend youth classes. We want to Korman, Jim Sorum, and Dawn Steigauf opportunities for involvement in recreational and enrichment programming. Early Release Days
hear from you about the classes your School Board meetings take place on the second and fourth Monday Kids’ SAFARI
children attend. We want to know: Bloomington Public Schools will have
of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings are held in the Arlene Bush Board Kids’ SAFARI encompasses before-and-after-school programs for children four early release days during the 2018-
• What did your child like about the Room at the Educational Services Center, 1350 West 106th Street, in kindergarten through grade 5. The focus of the program is on school-age 19 school year: Nov. 28 & 29 and
class and what didn’t they like? Bloomington, MN. (Exception: If a holiday falls on a Monday, the Board childcare and enrichment opportunities designed to meet the changing needs of Mar. 5 & 6.
session will be on Tuesday.) The third Monday of the month is reserved children and families. This is accomplished through creative learning experiences
• Should we offer more classes of this for a study session, a board meeting or a combination thereof at 7 p.m. designed to increase social interaction.
Schools will release students 2 hours
type or less? unless determined otherwise. SLAM earlier than their normally scheduled
• What classes do you want to see in Summer of Laughs, Adventures, and More is an annual summer-long program release times.
designed to keep kids engaged in enrichment activities. Over 100 camps are
our after school programs? Bloomington Community offered and there’s sure to be one that fits your child’s interest. Bloomington Community Education
Education
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1 will be offering fun youth enrichment
e want to hear from you as we Swim
continue to grow our program! 2575 W. 88th Street, Suite 200 options on those days for elementary
Our Swim Lessons & Water Fitness programs run year-round and offer
Look for a Survey Monkey in your email Bloomington, MN 55431 school students who plan to stay at
Register for classes with convenience, affordability, quality staff & facilities, and a community
school.
box sometime this fall. your Visa, MasterCard or Catalog published atmosphere. For over 30 years, these classes have been a part of our program.
Adult classes are also offered. Registration opens August 8.
A nd if you want to give us feedback
anytime, just call our Enrichment
and Marketing Coordinator at 952-681-
Discover Card
24 hours a day!
bloomington.ce.eleyo.com
3 times per school year
August, December, March
Issue No. 1
Youth Enrichment
Community Education Youth and Family programs offer a variety of summer,
Watch your email box for a special
flyer on Peachjar announcing these
enrichment opportunities.
school year and evening enrichment, education and recreation opportunities for
6108.
children of all ages. Registration opens August 8.
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Adult Enrichment Early Learning Services Registration
Bloomington Adult Enrichment provides over 250 class opportunities. Offerings Information on Early Learning Services starts on page 5 in this catalog. You
Adult Learners include...arts and crafts, business and investment, computers and technology,
cooking, dance and music, finance, fitness, health and wellness, hobbies, home
will find classes designed for all stages of early learning. Early Childhood
Family Education provides classes for both children and parents/caregivers.
improvement, and world languages and cultures. Preschool classes are available to prepare your child for kindergarten.
Registration for ECFE and Preschool classes starts in February 2019. More
Choice information about registration will be in the Winter 2019 Bloomington
The CHOICE Alternative High School program recognizes the uniqueness of each Contents Community Education catalog.
individual and life circumstance, which creates a need for an alternative to the
traditional school setting. CHOICE is designed for those who have fallen behind in
high school, who want to attend a program that better fits their individual needs, Early Learners Youth and Adult Class Registration
In this catalog you will find Youth and Adult Enrichment classes. Whether
or who have dropped out and want to return to complete their high school
you are looking for a class to enhance your child’s experience in our after
education. CHOICE Alternative High School serves students ages 17-21. General information................................5 school Kids’ SAFARI program or are looking to get your children involved
Learning Exchange ECFE......................................................... 6 in non-competitive sports, we offer a fantastic array of youth classes. For
Learning Exchange provides lifelong learning and community involvement adults, our classes can help you get your mind and body in shape, teach
opportunities for adults with disabilities. Learning Exchange offers a variety of
Screening................................................10 you to express yourself through arts and crafts, or provide sound financial
customized classes and special events, as well as training and accommodations to Preschool................................................12 advice. To get started, take a look through this catalog and pick your class.
include adults with disabilities, 18 and older, in all community education activities The next step is to register. You can register for classes five ways:
in Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina, and Richfield. Classes take place at various • Call us at 952-681-6132 and we can register you by phone.
locations in the four cities. • Stop by our office at 2575 West 88th Street, and we can register you in
Youth Learners person.
Metro South Adult Basic Education • Mail in the registration form from this catalog, along with your check or
Metro South Adult Basic Education provides basic educational opportunities to credit card information.
adults in Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina, and Richfield. Classes are offered General information .............................15 • Fax the filled out registration form to 952-681-6101.
in the areas of GED test preparation, high school diploma programs, English Youth Enrichment Classes • Register online at https://bloomington.ce.eleyo.com.
as a Second Language (ESL), and basic skills such as reading, writing, and
mathematics. Creative Arts..........................................16 Financial Assistance
Dance, Theater & Music .......................18 Bloomington Community Education recognizes that some of our families
may need financial assistance to participate in our classes. That’s why we
Enrichment & Self Reliance ................. 21
offer financial assistance for our Youth and Adult Enrichment classes, our
Bloomington Community Education Staff Bloomington Public Schools Sports, Fitness & Recreation ...............25 Swim classes, coupons to use for children in Kids’ SAFARI, and a sliding fee
District Website Swim...................................................... 29 scale for ECFE classes and Preschool classes.
TAMRA SIEVE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 952-681-6102 www.bloomingtonschools.org Here’s how you can obtain financial assistance.
• For Youth and Adult Enrichment classes, please send an email to
Community Education Class Adult Learners mglynn@isd271.org or call 952-681-6108 and request a financial aid
Early Learning form.
Director of Early Learning Services 952-681-6214 Registration • For Swim classes, send an email to thetland@isd271.org or call
bloomington.ce.eleyo.com General information .............................35
Early Childhood Screening 952-681-6200 952-681-6113.
Program Secretary 952-681-6213 952-681-6132 Adult Enrichment Classes • If your child is in Kids’ SAFARI, they are eligible to use the coupon found
952-681-6101 (fax) Artistic Endeavors ............................... 36 on page 19 in this catalog.
Youth Learning • For ECFE classes and Preschool classes, use the sliding scale to
Business & Investment ........................ 38 determine what you will pay for the class.
Swim Coordinator 952-681-6134 Community Education
Computers & Technology..................... 50
Kids’ SAFARI and ELA Secretary 952-681-6125 General Phone Number Education Foundation of Bloomington
Kids’ SAFARI Billing/Registration 952-681-6128 952-681-6100 Culinary Skills........................................ 49 The Education Foundation of Bloomington provides financial support
Inclusion Liaison 952-681-6105/6120 Dance & Music....................................... 39 for our financial assistance program for Youth Enrichment classes. Their
Youth Enrichment, Driver’s Ed Admin. 952-681-6111 Finance..................................................44 continued support and generous donation ensures that more students
receive needed financial assistance to participate in Bloomington Youth
Youth & Adult Services Director 952-681-6129 Bloomington Community Education Fitness.....................................................41 Enrichment classes. We thank them for their support and contribution to
Youth Enrichment Coordinator 952-681-6108 Health & Wellness.................................46 Bloomington Community Education!
Swim Admin. 952-681-6113 @BloomingtonCe
Hobbies & Special Interests................. 50 About Our Main Cover Photo
Adult Learning Home Improvement............................. 50 The hockey photo was provided by Cyndi Nightengale Photography,
CHOICE Admin. Clerk 952-681-6172 cynbadmedia.
Learning Exchange 952-681-6121
Look for our youth class flyers on Related Programs............................ 51
Adult Enrichment Coordinator 952-681-6108
Metro South Director 952-681-6107 Peachjar. Go to our website home Registration Information.................53
Adult Enrichment/Swim Admin. 952-681-6113 page at ce.bloomington.k12.mn.us. Class Locations............................... 54
Metro South Information Desk Secretary 952-681-6170 Click on the peachjar flyers button Registration Forms..........................55
on the right hand side of the page.
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We welcome you here! Early
Willie Shoals has been a member for 10+ years and was originally invited to try the Activity Centers
out by a friend. That was when he lived in Bloomington. Even though he now works and
lives in the communities south of the Minnesota River, Willie still drives north to work out at
Learners
the JAC and KAC! The reason he goes out of his way is because “I am happy and comfortable
here.”
Activity Centers offer: Early Learning Services
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• Selectorized equipment loomington Community
• 5 gym courts Education offers classes,
• Indoor walking/running track programs and sibcare for early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Elementary, 9801 11th Ave. S., Oak Grove
• Free weights, weight machines, cardio equipment learners. All offerings provide a and Preschool classes. Elementary, 1301 West 104th St., Valley
• Yoga, Zumba and other classes strong education experience to help ECFE and Preschool classes are held View Elementary, 351 East 88th St., and
• Adult-only locker rooms and showers your child be ready for kindergarten at Pond Center, 9600 3rd Avenue Washburn Elementary, 8401 Xerxes Ave. S.
• Dance studio (Jefferson) and beyond. Early Learning Services South, Southwood Center, 4801 in Bloomington.
• Fitness reimbursement through most health is where you will find our Early W. 112th Street, Indian Mounds
insurance plans
• Affordable monthly or annual membership rates Early Childhood Screening
Early
Jefferson Activity Center Kennedy Activity Center Childhood
4001 West 102nd St. 150 East 98th Street Screening
Bloomington bloomingtonschools.org/fitness Bloomington is available
952-806-7880 952-681-5280 to help
identify
Activity Centers & Facilities children who may benefit from
Activity Centers Fitness Classes early childhood services. Included
Bloomington Public Schools operate two activity centers: one at If you have an Activity Center membership, you qualify for are vision and hearing tests, as
Jefferson High School and one at Kennedy High School. These a discount on Adult Enrichment Fitness classes held in the well as screening for development,
centers are available on a membership basis, which gives you dance studio at the Jefferson Activity Center. To receive health, and other factors that
use of the fitness facilities and community locker rooms during your discount, pick up the discount form from the Activity
non-school hours. Each center offers 5 gym courts, an indoor Center. You must call our office to use the discount - may affect your child’s growth.
walking/running track, free weights, weight machines, and cardio 952-681-6132. Not available to use when registering Screening is FREE and should be
equipment. Members really love the new selectorized weight online. completed as soon as possible after
room equipment available at both centers! Contact the Kennedy your child’s 3rd birthday.
main desk at 952-681-5280 or the Jefferson main desk at Facility Reservations Call English - 952-681-6200
952-806-7880 for more information. School buildings are available for use by the community Spanish - 952-681-6219
Membership during non-school hours and are great locations for group
activities and meetings. There are 19 different buildings,
Choose from available with various amenities to fit your needs. We offer
a convenient Early Learners Academy
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convenient locations and fair rental prices. Have a special
monthly event coming up or planning a meeting and need a large
or annual arly Learners Academy is a Four Star Parent Aware rated, all-day
space? Take a look to see what we have to offer.
membership. Contact our facility staff: rbellinger@isd271.org or
early education program for children ages 3-5 that focuses on
Bloomington dlangefels@isd271.org to learn more. preparing students for kindergarten. The Academy is housed
residents within three Bloomington Public Schools award-winning elementary
receive a
discount as do
Fitness Discount Program schools. All sites are open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
non-residents The following providers work with the Kennedy and
• Hillcrest Community School: Five-day program
who work in Jefferson Activity Centers to provide fitness discounts*
Health Partners • Blue Cross and Blue Shield • Poplar Bridge Elementary School: Five-day program
Bloomington. • Westwood Elementary School: Two-, three-, and five-day
District 271 UCARE • Preferred One
Medica • Silver and Fit • Silver Sneakers programs
employees and
Active/Retired Military Members also receive a discount. Here’s a *Check with your provider for more information Early Learners Academy was voted by parents as the Most
cost sample of a monthly membership fee structure. Loved Preschool in 2018 on Hula Frog!
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Early Childhood E arly Learning Services is a Four-Star Parent-Aware rated program
encompassing Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), Early
Childhood Screening, and Preschool programming for three-year-olds
and four-year-olds. Programming is located at Pond Center and Southwood
FAQ / ECFE
• Is sibling care available? Yes,
Family Education: ECFE
limited sibling care is available
Center offering both ECFE and preschool as well as preschool programming during ECFE classes for
at four of Bloomington Public Schools elementary schools: Valley View siblings ages birth-5. To help
Elementary, Washburn Elementary, Indian Mounds Elementary and Oak our staffing, you must sign up
Grove Elementary. for sibling care for the entire
session.
ABOUT THE CLASSES • Can I bring my baby to class
for my older child? Sibling
care is available for siblings
ages birth thru kindergarten.
However, if you have a new
baby who is not ready to
attend sibling care, you may
keep the baby with you
in class until the baby is 6
months old.
BABY BEGINNINGS 1-YEAR-OLD MOVERS 2-YEAR-OLD EXPLORERS 3- TO 5-YEAR-OLD PRESCHOOL LEARNERS, • How many classes can I
Enjoy your child’s first class! They never stop and you never stop If there is something to learn, a two- PRESCHOOLER PARENT ONLY register for? You may register
Whether this is your first child or 3rd, during this 2nd year of life! year-old will find it! Discovery and friendships are the life of This class is for parents who have a for one class per child.
baby classes are for you. Our licensed teachers are ready Two-year-olds are not babies anymore a preschooler! child in preschool. Together you will • Do I need to be a
Our infant classroom is designed with and excited to share in that passion and they are not preschoolers yet. They Preschool is a delightful age. Friendships explore parenting topics such as social Bloomington resident?
you and your baby in mind. Come in for learning. Toys and activities are are taking on new challenges everyday are the basis of much of a preschooler’s emotional development, guiding Priority is given to
provided to help learning occur on and classroom staff are ready and learning. When a preschool age child behavior and language development.
comfortable clothes ready to sing and Bloomington residents. If
play with your baby along with meeting the move (limited large group times, prepared for all the adventures. New feels aware of their emotions, manages With a licensed parent educator you
space is available, we open
other parents/caregivers with children low shelves so toddlers can learn words, new friends and new feelings their behavior, and begins to develop will also talk about ways to help your
independently, and classroom staff who are all part of the two-year-old’s child learn at home, make learning the class to residents from
the same age. The teacher will provide peer relationships, you see their other cities. There is a $15
support and research-based materials move at their pace and understand experience at school. Classrooms are cognitive learning grow and develop. Our games to play and talk about parenting
how to create learning that is age set up for discovery across all domains challenges you might have. Classes surcharge for non-residents.
that will help lay a foundation for your teachers set up classrooms to encourage
child’s development. Topics will focus appropriate). All areas of development of learning. While parents are in class socialization and learning by encouraging meet once a week for 1 hour with • Can I bring both of my kids to
on social emotional, language, and will be taught whether through with a parent educator discussing independent play while teaching MN limited sibling care available. class? Yes, if they both fit into
motor skills just to name a few of the classroom set-up or direct teaching. tantrums, toilet learning and cognitive State standards for early learning. the age group for the class.
developmental areas. Sleep, nutrition This is a gradual separation class. growth, classroom staff provide Parent education is focused on helping
direct teaching using age appropriate In addition, we offer one class for • Can another caregiver bring
and self-care are often discussed parents encourage social emotional parent/ caregivers whose primary
classroom materials. my child to ECFE? Yes, we are
weekly. development, using age appropriate language is Spanish and one for
This is a gradual separation class. learning strategies for use at home. happy to have a grandparent
This is a non separating class. parents/caregivers whose primary or another special person
This is a separation class. language is Somali.
bring your child to class —
whether it is every week or
ECFE Fees Family Yearly Gross Income What is ECFE? just some weeks.
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Program Income level • Can both parents come to
Family Income level
1 2 3 4 Size oung children learn best by moving, exploring, singing and watching the adults ECFE class? Absolutely, we
1 2 3 4 that care for them most. Bloomington Early Learning Services believes in welcome all parents!
ECFE Class, $0 $41 $128.50 $257 2 $0-20,826 $20,827-32,040 $32,041-40,050 $40,051+ supporting the development of children starting at birth through a partnership
per semester model with families and caregivers. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) staff design • If Bloomington Public
3 $0-26,208 $26,209-40,320 $40,320-50,400 $50,401+ classes and opportunities for families to learn together as we support the learning of Schools are closed or have
ECFE Class, $0 $27 $86 $171
10 week 4 $0-31,590 $31,591-48,600 $48,601-60,750 $60,751+ children from birth to starting kindergarten. an early release, Early
Come join your community in raising children who are excited to explore, build Learning Services will also
Sibling Care, $0 $22 $65 $129 5 $0-36,972 $36,973-56,880 $56,881-71,100 $71,101+
per semester friendships, and learn at every age. be closed (ECFE, Screening
6 $0-42,354 $42,355-65,160 $65,161-81,450 $81,451+ Play is the central work of learning and at Bloomington Early Learning Services, in and Preschool). There are
Sibling Care, $0 $14 $43 $86 no refunds for canceled
10 week ECFE we have designed programing to help your child develop in all areas of learning.
Each classroom is setup for child-focused learning using state designed standards and classes due to weather or
taught by our licensed teachers. emergencies.
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ECFE CLASS SCHEDULE ✩ Indicates: 10-week classes. All other classes are year long. JANUARY MINI CLASSES
MONDAY WEDNESDAY
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 2:00-3:00 10:45-12:30
8:45- ✩ 8:45- 8:45- ✩ 9:45-10:45 Parent Picks Move and Groove
10:30 10:30 10:30 Preschool @ Pond Center, @ Pond Center,
Ones Twos Ones Parent Ed — Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30
Spanish Parent Picks: Move & Groove
11:00- 10:45- ✩ 10:45- 10:45- 10:45-12:30
Don’t have time for a
full ECFE class? Looking
Class:
12:45 12:30 12:30 12:30 Preparando Children learn through
Twos for support from other movement and play. In
Baby Ones Twos parents? Come join other this ECFE mini-session
✩ 2:00-3:00 1:45- 1:45-3:30 1:45-3:30 1:45 - 3:30
parents of 0-5-year-olds
and a licensed parent
come discover fun
ways of moving and
Preschool 3:30 Preschool, First Time Learn and educator to tackle issues exploring that promote
Parent Ed Baby ages 3-5 Parent BABY Play, ages families face. learning for young
class FREE 3-5 Come four Mondays in
January from 2:00-3:00
children. During our
parent time we will FAMILY NIGHTS
PERSONALIZED PARENT EDUCATION ✩ 2:00-3:00 discuss how you can STEM Family Night:
S
p.m. at Bloomington ELS
ometimes there’s a parenting issue that needs individual Preschool Pond Center. encourage movement Let’s talk about Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
attention. The ideas/methods you’ve heard are not Parent Ed Media and Technology and exploration for our youngest learners. In October, we are offering an evening
—Somali - Maintaining a healthy at home. Come event for families of young children to use their STEM skills.
meeting the parenting challenges you have at home. balance in your home. Wednesdays in January Come learn ways to encourage STEM learning at home with your
6:15- Behavior, routines or developmental concerns arise and Raising Responsible
from 10:45 a.m.-12:30 toddler through preschooler.
you need more than a few minutes in your ECFE class or kids who are helpful & p.m. at Pond center. Friday, October 26th 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Pond Center.
8:00
connecting with a friend. financially smart!
Twos Move & Groove Family Fun Night:
Managing emotions -
Make an appointment with a licensed parent educator to yours and your kids’!
Join us for a night of movement and play. Did you know this is
discuss your parenting challenges, get resources and/or how children learn best? Come for a fun night of discovery and
6:15 - Food and Nutrition for exploration, leaving with ideas for supporting movement and
develop a plan that will fit you and your family. A follow up Kids. learning at home.
8:00 consultation will be offered if necessary and can be scheduled
Learn after your first visit.
Come Friday, February 8th, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Pond Center.
and Play,
ages 3-5 Your visit can be scheduled at school, phone, or email.
952-681-6200 SibCare
Babies through
Preschoolers
Typical ECFE Classes 1 Parent/Child Active Learning
Activities are a time for you as the parent/caregiver to focus are all welcome!
Classes include learning for everyone! Every class provides on the activities your child enjoys most. (Many activities you
learning for both children and parents/caregivers. can also do at home the following week.) Any time you sign up for an
• A licensed early childhood teacher and paraprofessional Child’s Active Learning
ECFE class and have additional
are with your child the whole class time. Each classroom
2 children who need loving
This time is in their own age-appropriate classroom. A
is designed to provide learning toys and materials that are licensed early childhood teacher and paraprofessional educational care, SibCare
just right for your child’s age and development. encourage learning through social emotional, language, and is available. Experienced
• Your child’s teacher will provide learning activities and additional developmental areas. paraprofessionals provide a
experiences that support the Minnesota state standards for 3 Parent/Caregiver Discussion safe educational environment
children ages birth to 5-years-old. This time is for parents/caregiver to focus on their learning
for your child. Classrooms
• Whether your ECFE class is a separating class or a class (taught by a licensed parent educator). Parent/caregiver
discussion may be in a separate classroom or may occur in the are designed with all ages in
with gradual separating, each class has time for parent
education and a time for parent/child learning activities. early childhood classroom. Parent discussion will include both mind. Songs, stories and age
teacher led topics using the MN Core Curriculum Framework appropriate activities are all
• Most classes are made up of 3 parts: and parent/caregiver open discussion on the “joys and part of this fun experience.
concerns” of parenting.
Separation is gentle and loving.
Registration is required when
you sign up for your ECFE class.
Sliding fee applies.
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• Answers your parenting questions. và
Call to make an appointment: • Gi
Early Childhood Screening
952-681-6200 vị
Las Escuelas Públicas de Bloomington
recomiendan que los niños sean
evaluados a la edad de tres años. La
Evaluación es fácil y es buena para
Bloomington Early Childhood Trường Mầm Non của Bloomington su hijo(a)
recommends that children be khuyến khich các trẻ em nên có giám • Saber como está creciendo su
screened at age 3. Screening is free, định vỡ long ở dộ 3 tuổi. Giám định niño.
it’s easy and it’s good for your child! này miễn phi, dễ dàng và rất có lợi • Conectario con programas de la
Early Childhood Screening helps cho con của quý vị! niñez temprana y otros servicios.
• You find out how your child is Giám Định Vỡ Lòng giúp • Contestar las preguntas que
What happens doing.
• Connect you with early childhood
• Quý vị biết khả năng hiếu biết hiện
tại của con quý vị.
puedan tener los padres.
Llame para hacer una cita:
during an early programs and services.
• Answers your parenting questions.
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What is preschool? What happens in a typical preschool class?
S tarting preschool is
All of our preschool classes will include the following components during the day:
an exciting milestone • Ease into the day — calm, quiet activities to help children make the transition from home
in your child’s to school.
life. The Bloomington • Morning or afternoon meeting — greeting, story time, songs, theme-related focus, etc.
preschool program is
committed to preparing • Small group — a teacher-led, skill-based activity that could include literacy, math, science,
your child for success in social or motor skills.
kindergarten and beyond! • Active learning — the heart of preschool. Teachers set up learning centers that provide
Our licensed teachers set hands-on, self-directed experiences for children.
up classrooms to help • Large motor time — time outside or in the gym to work on large motor skills.
children discover a love
for learning while working • Snack time.
on social emotional skills • Regroup to revisit — highlight what happened that day and thinking about the next day.
that will help get them
ready for lifelong learning. Three-Year-Old Preschool Four-Year-Old Preschool
Our curriculum is based Three-year-olds are bursting with energy and enthusiasm for The year before kindergarten is an exciting time, as your
upon the MN Early learning and for making friendships. It is a time of physical, child’s abilities and independence grow by leaps and
Learning Indicators of emotional and intellectual change. At 3, your child may be going bounds! Preschool classes for 4-year-olds focus on providing
Progress. These state to school for the first time. Our preschool program will provide a a foundation for lifelong learning and to help create social
standards define what we positive introduction to school. Opportunities to practice social relationships. Children have both large and small group learning
want preschool students skills and math, language, art and music activities will help build experiences in literacy, writing, math, music, art, and science.
to know and be able to a foundation for school success.
do by the end of the We offer 4-year-old preschool 5 days per week (M-F) for 2.5
preschool year. Preschool We offer 3-year-old preschool for 2.5 hours a day for 3 days hours at Pond and Southwood Centers and for those who live in
learning standards and are held throughout the year. Parents come • Meet other families. per week (M-W-F) or 2 days per week (T-Th) at both Pond and the attendance areas of Valley View, Washburn, Indian Mounds,
benchmarks are aligned with the district’s to school with their children to: Southwood Centers. and Oak Grove Elementary sections at those schools.
• Learn about parenting topics and
kindergarten standards and benchmarks. • Participate in classroom learning readiness skills.
Sliding Fee Scale for Preschool for 3’s and Preschool for 4’s
Parent involvement and education sessions activities together.
FAQ / PRESCHOOL FAMILY YEARLY GROSS INCOME
FAQ / PRESCHOOL • Do I have to be a Bloomington
resident? Yes, our preschool is open
Family
Size
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
• Can I take a tour? During our registration days, you will be • Is my child guaranteed a spot? All families are welcome. to Bloomington residents only.
2 $0-20,826 $20,827-32,040 $32,041-40,050 $40,051+
able to meet some of our staff and see a typical preschool Priority is given to children with demonstrated need based • What if I live elsewhere, but
classroom. We have classrooms at six different sites and on family income, language, development and family my childcare is in Bloomington 3 $0-26,208 $26,209-40,320 $40,320-50,400 $50,401+
sometimes it is difficult to coordinate a tour at a specific factors. Final class placement is at the discretion of Early or my older kids go to a
site. Before your child starts school in the fall, you will have Learning Services.
4 $0-31,590 $31,591-48,600 $48,601-60,750 $60,751+
Bloomington school? We are
the opportunity to see your child’s assigned classroom and • How do I find out my home school? Enter your address in sorry, our preschools are open to 5 $0-36,972 $36,973-56,880 $56,881-71,100 $71,101+
meet the teacher. the school locator on the BPS website: www.bloomington. Bloomington residents only.
6 $0-42,354 $42,355-65,160 $65,161-81,450 $81,451+
• Is transportation available? Limited transportation is k12.mn.us/about-us/school-locations/school-locator. If you • What is our video and photo policy?
available on a sliding fee basis for 4-year-old preschool only. need help, please call us. Early Learning Services may take ONE TIME
• Does my child need to be toilet trained? Yes, children • My child turns 3 in September, can I sign her up after photographs, electronic images, films REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
must be toilet trained, no longer in pull-ups, and able to that? No, September 1st is our cutoff date, which means or video of your child during class. $0 $0 $30.00 $60.00
use the bathroom independently before they start school. we use the age your child is on September 1st. If your These images may be reproduced,
child is 3 on September 1st, she would go to 3-year-old printed or broadcast in the Early MONTHLY
• Are there options for an extended preschool day? We do TUITION Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
preschool. If your child is 4 on September 1st, she would go Learning Services classroom, school
not have full day or extended day preschool through our
to 4-year-old preschool. We do not early enroll. building and website. If you do not Preschool for 3’s
traditional preschool program. Bloomington Public Schools
want your child’s photo used in the 2 days per week $0 $0 $75.00 $150.00
does offer daycare with a preschool component in Early • My child will be 5 this summer and I would like him to
above channels of communication,
Learners Academy through Community Education. Please complete another year of preschool, can I sign him up Preschool for 3’s
you must notify the Early Learning
call 952-681-6125 if you are interested in this option. for 4-year-old preschool? No, if your child is eligible for 3 days per week” $0 $0 $103.00 $210.00
Services office.
• Where will my child go to preschool? 3-year-old preschool kindergarten, he is unable to enroll in district preschool.
• If Bloomington Public Schools are Preschool for 4’s
classes are held at Pond and Southwood. 4-year-old classes • How can I obtain more information about Kindergarten/ 5 days per week” $0 $0 $178.00 $356.00
closed or have an early release,
are held at Pond, Southwood, Valley View Elementary, Bloomington Public Schools K-12 programing? If you
Early Learning Services will also
Washburn Elementary, Oak Grove Elementary, and Indian have general questions regarding kindergarten options,
be closed (ECFE, Screening and Only Preschool
Mounds Elementary. Your 4-year-old will go to preschool in open enrollment or early entrance for kindergarten,
Preschool). There are no refunds for for 4’s Optional Busing Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
your home elementary school if we have a classroom in that please call your home school or the district office at
school. If we do not have preschool in your home elementary 952-681-6555.
canceled classes due to weather or PreK 4’s Monthly
school, your child will be placed at Pond or Southwood.
emergencies. Transportation Fee $0 $0 $25.00 $50.00
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Youth Enrichment
How to register
Youth
for classes
Online
Learners C ommunity Education
Youth and Family
Enrichment programs
offer a variety of summer,
school-year and evening
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Phone loomington Community of all ages. Programs are
952-681-6200 Education takes great pride in our available on an on-going basis
comprehensive swim program. at a variety of school locations
In Person Lessons cover all ages from Parent & throughout the district.
Pond Center, What If Bloomington Public Schools are
9600 3rd Ave S. closed or have an early release? Child, Little Swimmers, Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced
Bloomington 55420 Early Learning Services will also be closed (ECFE, Screening Swimmers, and Adults. Fitness and Open/Lap Swim is also
and Preschool). There are no refunds for canceled classes available. SLAM
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due to weather or emergencies.
Register online or come in to one of our ummer of Laughs,
registration days! EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION
Adventures and More
While all children grow at their own rate, some children
(SLAM) brings together
Checklist: experience delays in their development. Special health
conditions may also affect children’s development. Early a diverse list of enrichment
❏ Class Registration https://bloomington.ce.eleyo.com Childhood Special Education (ECSE) offers (at no cost to opportunities for students
❏ Online Student Enrollment https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us families) information, support and referral services that entering
❏ Birth Certificate may help a child and family. ECSE provides free special grades
To obtain your child’s birth certificate (if your child was born in education services, including special education teacher
support, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and/or K-8.
Minnesota), you can go to any local government service center in
the state to get a certificate the same day. You will need to bring a speech and language therapy, to children from ages birth to SLAM
valid ID and $26. The closest office is the Southdale Service Center kindergarten. These services can be provided in a variety classes are scheduled as
located within Southdale Mall. Or you may also order by email, fax, of settings including in your home, in a school-based early 5-day camps.
or mail--see www.health.state.mn.us and click on “Certificates and childhood program, or in community-based childcare.
Records” for more details. If your child was born in another state Children are eligible for Early Childhood Special Education
or country, please see us for more information on how to obtain a through a special education evaluation.
copy of their birth certificate. Do you have concerns about your child’s
❏ Early Childhood Screening development? Driver’s Education
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If your child has not been screened, please call 952-681-6200 to
Kids’ SAFARI loomington Community
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HELP ME GROW
make an appointment.
❏ Registration Fees
• Help Me Grow provides resources for families to ids’ SAFARI accepts Education offers two
Find the sliding fee amount you pay for a registration fee and submit
understand developmental milestones and learn if all students residing options for Driver’s
there are concerns. This helps families take the lead in Education: a package of
with your registration. If you register before May 1, registration fees
seeking additional support or referring their child for a
in or attending an
will be waived.
comprehensive, confidential screening or evaluation at elementary school in classroom and behind the
❏ Immunization Record no cost. Helpmegrowmn.org Bloomington. During the wheel training or a stand-
Minnesota state law requires each student to be immunized against
FAMILY LITERACY ACADEMY 2018/2019 school year, Kids’ SAFARI provides programming for students alone behind the wheel
hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), polio, training tailor-made for
diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus. Minnesota law requires one of Family Literacy Academy provides classes in education and enrolled in kindergarten through grade 5. During the summer,
the following in order for a child to attend school: health for Bloomington parents who are English language Kids’ SAFARI provides full-day programming for students entering students taking classroom
• A month-day-year record of required immunizations, signed by
learners, and for their young children. kindergarten through the completion of grade 5. instruction at the high
parents, or • Adult English education schools.
• a signed statement from a parent, physician or clinic stating • Early childhood education
the child has had at least one dose of each vaccine and is in the • Parenting education
Galaxy
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process of completing the series, or • Health education
• a notarized signature stating personal objection or a physician’s • Connection to the community and its resources. alaxy Middle School Youth Centers provide Bloomington youth in grades
signature stating medical objection to vaccination. Registration is limited to low income families and enrollment 6-8 a safe and fun place to be with friends after school. While at Galaxy,
❏ Proof of Income requires proof of income, adult English language testing, youth may participate in clubs. During unstructured time, youth can hang
Please submit a copy of your 2017 1040 (front page of taxes only) and early childhood screening for preschoolers. Some out together in the lounge, watch movies, play video games, or do homework in
for both parents. transportation is provided and the program is free of charge.
For more information, please call us at 952-681-6200 or the computer lab. Galaxy is a joint program between Bloomington Public Schools
952-681-6219 (Español). and the City of Bloomington.
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Kidcreate Studio’s award-
Creative winning art classes allow
Arts kids to explore art in an
environment full of giggles
and grins. In class, kids create
fridge-worthy masterpieces
while learning art concepts
and experimenting with different art materials. Curriculum is age
appropriate and designed to inspire. Classes provide a fun, self-
esteem building atmosphere full of “I did it” moments. Making a
mess is the best with Kidcreate Studio! For more information about
Kidcreate Studio visit www.kidcreatestudio.com.
Art Academy with Kidcreate Studio Insane Slime with Kidcreate Studio
Gr. K-5 Does your child love art? Painting, Gr. K-5 Sign up early for this popular
drawing, clay - it’s all awesome! We class! It’s silly and slimy and insanely fun.
will experiment with many techniques, Messy Time is one of our most popular
materials, and styles as we make snow activities, and that’s exactly what we’ll
globes, paint on canvas, create clay be doing all class long! We’ll get silly with
characters and more. Come ready to silly putty, messy with muck and so much
have an artsy good time in this highly more! This is going to be a messy one, so
anticipated class! please dress your child appropriately.
Instructor: Kidcreate Studio Instructor: Kidcreate Studio
KSAA2-NH 4 Sessions - $69 KSIS2-VV 1 Session - $19
Wednesdays, Sep. 26-Oct. 24 3:20-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 3:30-4:30 p.m.
(No Class Oct. 17) VVE Lunchroom
NH Lunchroom
KSIS2-WW 1 Session - $19 Create Like A Pro with Watch Me Fall Frenzy Art Sampler with Watch Gift Making Workshop with Watch
KSAA2-RV 4 Sessions - $69 Wednesday, Oct. 10 3:30-4:30 p.m. Draw! Me Draw! Me Draw!
Fridays, Sep. 28-Oct. 26 3:40-4:40 p.m. WW Lunchroom
(No Class Oct. 19) Gr. K-5 Whether you are an avid artist Gr. K-5 Take home amazing pieces of Gr. K-5 Create one-of-a-kind holiday
RV Lunchroom KSIS2-WB 1 Session - $19 or have never created before, Watch art in our Fall Frenzy Art Sampler! Use creations to share with someone special!
Monday, Oct. 15 3:30-4:30 p.m. Me Draw! is for you! We will draw, paint texturizing plates to add 3-D dimension We’ll get your crafty creativity flowing as
KSAA2-OL 4 Sessions - $69 WB Cafeteria and sculpt this session, learning actual to your Scarecrow and Pumpkin we make personalized gifts with paint,
Thursdays, Oct. 25-Nov. 15 3:30-4:30 p.m. techniques through guided lessons. Paint masterpiece, paint a Night Owl on canvas,
KSIS2-IM 1 Session - $19 clay and crafts. Wrap up a Clay Reindeer,
3D Pop-Out Santa with Kidcreate OLE Lunchroom
Wednesday, Oct. 24 3:30-4:30 p.m. an Ice Cream Sundae on canvas, use create with clay and more! Take home a Jeweled Treasure Box, and a Winter
Studio KSAA2-HC 4 Sessions - $69 IM Lunchroom oil pastels on your Oversized Howling a completed project after each class Blue Jay on canvas! Frame it, gift it, love
Gr. K-5 Kids LOVE pop-out books! Come Mondays, Oct. 29-Nov. 19 4-5 p.m. Wolf creation, Clay-Dazzle an Adorable and have a blast creating the coolest art it! We will be using glitter, glue, jewels
learn how to create an amazing pop-out HC Lunchroom Walrus and more. Bring home a finished around....YOURS! and paint, so please dress in art friendly
art project! Your kids will be super excited masterpiece each week! Instructor: Watch Me Draw clothing.
about Santa’s visit after working on this Instructor: Watch Me Draw Instructor: Watch Me Draw
WMDFF2-OL 4 Sessions - $59
project. The kids will create their very Holiday Gift Making with Kidcreate Studio Tuesdays, Sep. 11-Oct. 2 3:30-4:30 p.m.
WMDCP2-HC 4 Sessions - $59 WMDGM2-IM 3 Sessions - $49
own Santa portrait that pops right off the Ages 5-8 This is your child’s chance to come and create hand-crafted gifts just in time Wednesdays, Oct. 24-Nov. 14 4-5 p.m. OLE Lunchroom Mondays, Dec. 3-17 3:30-4:30 p.m.
page. for the holiday season! Great gifts for mom, dad, grandma, grandpa and of course that HC Lunchroom IM Lunchroom
WMDFF2-IM 4 Sessions - $59
Instructor: Kidcreate Studio favorite teacher. We’ll make picture frames, clay trinket boxes, snow globes and more. WMDCP2-NH 4 Sessions - $59 Mondays, Sep. 17-Oct. 8 3:30-4:30 p.m. WMDGM2-RV 3 Sessions - $49
KSPS2-OL 1 Session - $19 What great keepsakes! This is a very popular class. Register early to ensure your child’s Fridays, Oct. 26-Nov. 16 3:20-4:30 p.m. IM Lunchroom Mondays, Dec. 3-17 3:40-4:40 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 6 3:30-4:30 p.m. spot! NH Lunchroom RV Lunchroom
OLE Lunchroom WMDFF2-RV 4 Sessions - $59
Instructor: Kidcreate Studio Mondays, Sep. 17-Oct. 8 3:40-4:40 p.m.
WMDCP2-WW 4 Sessions - $59 WMDGM2-HC 3 Sessions - $49
KSPS2-PB 1 Session - $19 Fridays, Oct. 26-Nov. 16 3:30-4:30 p.m. RV Lunchroom Wednesdays, Dec. 5-19 4-5 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 11 3:30-4:30 p.m. KSHG2-NH 4 Sessions - $69 KSHG2-HC 4 Sessions - $69 WW Lunchroom HC Lunchroom
PB Lunchroom Wednesdays, Nov. 14-Dec. 19 3:20-4:30 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 26-Dec. 17 4-5 p.m. WMDFF2-HC 4 Sessions - $59
(No Class Nov. 21 & Nov. 28) HC Lunchroom WMDCP2-IM 4 Sessions - $59 Wednesdays, Sep. 19-Oct. 10 4-5 p.m. WMDGM2-PB 3 Sessions - $49
KSPS2-OG 1 Session - $19 NH Lunchroom Mondays, Oct. 29-Nov. 19 3:30-4:30 p.m. HC Lunchroom Thursdays, Dec. 6-20 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 13 3:30-4:30 p.m. IM Lunchroom PB Lunchroom
OGE Lunchroom KSHG2-RV 4 Sessions - $69 WMDFF2-NH 4 Sessions - $59
Fridays, Nov. 16-Dec. 21 3:40-4:40 p.m. WMDCP2-RV 4 Sessions - $59 Fridays, Sep. 21-Oct. 12 3:20-4:30 p.m. WMDGM2-NH 3 Sessions - $49
KSPS2-RV 1 Session - $19 (No Class Nov. 23 & Nov. 30) Mondays, Oct. 29-Nov. 19 3:40-4:40 p.m. NH Lunchroom Fridays, Dec. 7-21 3:20-4:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 3:40-4:40 p.m. RV Lunchroom RV Lunchroom NH Lunchroom
RV Lunchroom WMDFF2-WW 4 Sessions - $59
Fridays, Sep. 21-Oct. 12 3:30-4:30 p.m. WMDGM2-WW 3 Sessions - $49
KSPS2-HC 1 Session - $19 WW Lunchroom Fridays, Dec. 7-21 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 21 4-5 p.m. WW Lunchroom
HC Lunchroom
18 | Bloomington Community Education Fall 2018 Register for classes at bloomington.ce.eleyo.com 952-681-6132 | 19Kollettes Dance Team Mayer Arts’ belief about teaching is not only to
Dance, Theater New Class! Gr. 5-7 The Kollettes Dance provide training for those who are serious about
& Music Team is a dance team consisting of 5th learning, but also to just have fun! We teach proper
- 7th graders who would like to learn technique, terminology, body awareness, and an
kickline and jazz routines that can be
Drama Kids: A Series of performed at Kennedy football games.
appreciation for the arts. Our goal is that students
Unfortunate One-Acts Members will also learn the proper will not only find a love for the arts, but
Gr. 1-5 Join the fun and explore drama technique for both kick and jazz dances. also build healthy habits and self-
by performing in our original one- Come join the fun! esteem--skills that will be helpful to
act plays. We will be telling tales of Instructor: Amanda LeMay Gina Mayer them for the rest of their lives!
mistakes, mishaps, accidents, and ill-
DKDT2-JAC 13 Sessions - $99
fated situations. Create a character in
Fridays, Sep. 7-Dec. 21 6-8 p.m. Wish Upon A Ballet - The
body, voice, and attitude, and be ready (No Class Oct. 19, Nov. 23 & 30)
to laugh as they try to succeed in their Nutcracker Suite
JAC Dance Studio
hopeless dilemmas. Everyone gets a part Ages 3-6 This is a dance program for
and all experience levels welcome. The children that incorporates popular
performance of the One-Acts will be held children’s stories as well as ballet stories
on December 3rd at Valley View Middle to create a dance class that is more than
School. ballet steps. Using musical instruments,
Instructor: Drama Kids International. parachutes and scarves, they will create
Drama Kids is the worldwide leader in a complete fairy tale experience while Wish Upon A Ballet and Tap - The
children’s drama. Our classes, camps, and they skip, leap, jump and spin. This way,
teen programs help build self-esteem, an introduction to the movements and
Nutcracker Suite
confidence, character, leadership, speaking vocabulary of ballet are taught in a fun Ages 4-7 This program offers the same
and acting skills. We help children uncover and creative manner. Children will learn curriculum as our Wish Upon a Ballet
Too Messy for Home with Watch Me Too Messy for Home with Watch Me their abundant inner self-worth, and we focus an appreciation of dance and music program with the added fun of tap
on building these life skills through dramatic while developing strength and flexibility. dancing! Tap is not only fun but helps
Draw! Halloween Fun! Draw! Thanksgiving Fun! Parents!
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play like no one else! children develop rhythm and motor skills!
New Class! Gr. K-5 Celebrate Halloween New Class! Gr. K-5 Celebrate Parents, family and friends are invited
DKSU2-RV 10 Sessions - $195 emember to to a special performance at the end of An introduction to the movements and
by drawing a Candy-O’ Lantern using Thanksgiving with a keepsake Button
Mondays, Sep. 17-Nov. 26 3:40-4:40 p.m. the session. Come join the fun! Girls and vocabulary of these disciplines is taught
techniques of shading and dimension. Tree, painting on canvas using acrylic (No Class Oct. 22) notify your boys will need ballet shoes. Proper dance with the help of musical instruments,
Paint Jack Skellington in the Moon with paint for all to see. Share realistic Clay
acrylics, oil paints, chalk pastels and of “Desserts” with your family! Please bring
RV Lunchroom child’s classroom attire is required for both boys and girls: parachutes and scarves. Students will
develop poise, strength and flexibility.
course glitter! Create a one of a kind your own nut-free snack and dress for DKSU2-PB 10 Sessions - $195 teacher when your child leotards, tights, shorts or t-shirts. Contact
Ballet and tap shoes are required and will
creation only YOU can make! Please bring mess as paint, glitter or glue are sure Tuesdays, Sep. 18-Nov. 27 3:30-4:30 p.m. instructor for more information. Ballet
(No Class Oct. 23) is participating in an shoes are required and will be available be available to order on the first day of
your own nut-free snack and dress for to end up on you! *CEC (Community
PB Lunchroom after school class. Also to order on the first day of class for an class for an extra fee.
mess as paint, glitter or glue are sure Education Center) is at 2575 West 88th
extra fee. Instructor: Mayer Arts - Gina Mayer
to end up on you! *CEC (Community St, Bloomington. Enter north side of Percussion Ensemble remember to pick up your
Education Center) is at 2575 West 88th building, 2nd floor. New Class! Gr. 5-8 Love playing Instructor: Mayer Arts - Gina Mayer The Nutcracker Suite
St, Bloomington. Enter north side of child promptly following DWUBT2- CEC 9 Sessions - $89
Instructor: Watch Me Draw xylophones, drums, buckets and other The Nutcracker Suite
building, 2nd floor.
WMDTM2-1CEC 1 Session - $49 percussion instruments? Do you feel the their class or a late fee will DWUB2-CEC 9 Sessions - $89 Tuesdays, Oct. 9-Dec. 18 5:45-6:45 p.m.
(No Class Oct. 16 & Nov. 13)
Instructor: Watch Me Draw Thursday, Oct. 18 9 a.m.-12 p.m. rhythm, do you love the beat? This is be applied, unless your Tuesdays, Oct. 9-Dec. 18 5-5:45 p.m.
CEC 236-237 (lunchroom)
CEC 236-237 (lunchroom) YOUR day! Learn marimba style music on (No Class Oct. 16 & Nov. 13)
WMDTM2-2CEC 1 Session - $49
xylophones, bucket drums, and play like
child is scheduled to return CEC 236-237 (lunchroom)
Friday, Oct. 19 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
CEC 236-237 (lunchroom) STOMP. High energy fun for everyone! to Kids’ SAFARI. Jazz and Hip-Hop, with Mayer Arts
Performers will receive a t-shirt as part of Gr. 1-4 Get into the Groove! Our dance
their registration and there will be a short classes will be sure to keep students
Family Soaps for the Holidays concert on the last day of class. In order active. Learn upbeat styles such as jazz
Adult/Child 8+ Bring the family to make fun & easy sulfate-free melt ‘n pour shea for success, attendance is required for at and hip hop and move to your favorite
butter & glycerin soaps that gently cleanse sensitive skin of all ages. Charming holiday least 90% of the classes. songs. The students will also learn warm-
shapes (snowflakes, gingerbread boys, trees, snowmen, ornaments, candy canes...) Instructor: Jody Petter ups such as stretching, isolations and
with holiday dessert fragrance oils (vanilla spice, sugar plum, mulberry, almond, DPEP2-IM 12 Sessions - $120 across the floor exercises! Come learn to
cupcake, ginger orange, creamy caramel, holiday wreath, & more). Beautiful soaps Tuesdays, Sep. 18-Dec. 18 4-5 p.m. leap, turn and shine. This class is not only
handmade with love make amazing holiday gifts everyone will adore! Minimum age: (No Class Oct. 30 and Nov. 6) fun, but will improve posture, strength
8 years old with parent. Cost of materials ($20/2 family members) will be collected IM music room and flexibility in a positive and self-
on the day of class by the instructor. There is an additional $20 supply fee for more esteem-building atmosphere. Ballet or
than two attendees. *CEC (Community Education Center) is at 2575 West 88th St, jazz shoes are required.
Bloomington. Enter north side of building, 2nd floor. Instructor: Mayer Arts - Gina Mayer
Instructor: Raulla S Mitchell DJHH2-CEC 9 Sessions - $79
ACFS2-CEC 1 Session - $33/pair Tuesdays, Oct. 9-Dec. 18 6:45-7:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 3 6-9 p.m. (No Class Oct. 16 & Nov. 13)
CEC 236-237 (lunchroom) CEC 236-237 (lunchroom)
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