Forest Lake Area Schools Community Education

Whether you are approaching retirement or in retirement, the risk remains the same. You need to have a strategy to manage your assets in volatile markets. This workshop will provide five keys to building a retirement plan that will give you confidence to face the daily swings in the market.

Adult Basic Education classes are: Designed for adults Learner centered Offered year round Confidential Free of charge Self-paced Flexible on-going start dates Basic Skills Refresher – Are you preparing to enter college or wanting to brush up on your reading, writing or math skills? Based on your individual needs, you will be guided through activities and materials to help you meet your educational goals. English as a Second Language – Are you or someone you know interested in improving their English? Foreign-born adults are welcome to work one-on-one or in small groups with teachers or tutors to improve their English skills. Students can enter the program with any level of English language skill and move through the program at their own pace. Family Learning - This is an ideal program for parents with young children who want to work on their own learning goals. Children attend preschool or childcare programs while parents participate in parent education classes and work on goals that may include GED, English or basic skills. Families enjoy lunch together, participate in guided learning experiences and get ideas for home activities. Call for enrollment information. Sep-May Tue & Thu 11:15-3:30pm

Adult Basic Education classes are: Designed for adults Learner centered Offered year round Confidential Free of charge Self-paced Flexible on-going start dates Basic Skills Refresher – Are you preparing to enter college or wanting to brush up on your reading, writing or math skills? Based on your individual needs, you will be guided through activities and materials to help you meet your educational goals. English as a Second Language – Are you or someone you know interested in improving their English? Foreign-born adults are welcome to work one-on-one or in small groups with teachers or tutors to improve their English skills. Students can enter the program with any level of English language skill and move through the program at their own pace. Family Learning - This is an ideal program for parents with young children who want to work on their own learning goals. Children attend preschool or childcare programs while parents participate in parent education classes and work on goals that may include GED, English or basic skills. Families enjoy lunch together, participate in guided learning experiences and get ideas for home activities. Call for enrollment information. Sep-May Tue & Thu 11:15-3:30pm

Do you love dogs? Do you like to try new things? Come and learn all about dogs in this fun class. Investigate the canine species through a variety of fun games, educational activities and dog crafts. Registration deadline is Tuesday, Feb 8.

Becoming a Certified Babysitter provides the knowledge necessary for young people to make some extra money. Course topics include: leadership, safety and responsibility, safe play, basic care, first aid for breathing and bleeding emergencies and the business of babysitting. This course includes fun activity ideas to keep a variety of age groups amused! Participants will take home a babysitters bag to bring with them whenever they babysit. In addition to the bag, participants will receive a handbook, certificate and safety kit. Students should bring a pencil, infant sized baby doll or stuffed animal, a snack and a lunch. Participants must be at least 11 years old - age will be verified.

Bullseye! Are you looking to try something new or want to enhance your archery skills? Following the National Archery in the Schools Program curriculum, you will learn about all the parts of the bow and arrow, shooting techniques and enhance your skills as a shooter. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Shoot straight, have fun and remember - safety first! The registration fee will be refunded after the second session if children are not strong enough to achieve full draw of the bow.

Heidi Smith-Miranda will be offering 30 minute private instruction in ballroom dance. This is a great opportunity to work out the kinks in your steps and move your dance skills to the next level. A 30 minute lesson for an individual or a couple is $39.

Baseball League First Grade - Modified Coach Pitch (Co-ed league) Baseball can build coordination, help to keep kids active and improve their skills while they have fun with their friends. Players in first grade will play modified coach pitch and receive a set number of pitches from the coach to put the ball in play. If they don't put the ball in play, they will be given one additional hit from a tee. Home team will provide a parent volunteer umpire. Baseball schedule includes one practice night AND one game night per week. All participants will receive a t-shirt/jersey and hat if registered by the deadline. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Players must provide an age appropriate baseball glove, batting helmet and water bottle. Please register your child for the league that matches their current grade. Volunteer coaches are needed! If you enjoy working with youth, this is a great way to give back to the community and impact the lives of children! Plus, coaches get to set the practice schedule for their team! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate this when registering. Volunteer coaches will contact their team members AFTER the coaches meeting to notify families of their practice schedule. Games will be played at various athletic fields within the Forest Lake Area School District. Please ensure that your child’s special needs and health information is accurate and up to date in Eleyo by logging into your Eleyo profile at https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/. If you require assistance, please contact: Jessica Kloss at (651) 982-8392. Friend Requests – We will do our best to honor one friend request per player, BOTH players must have each other listed for the friend request to be honored. Important dates and times: Fee Increase: Registration fee after March 29 will increase from $109 to $129 Coaches Meeting: TBD, 3 weeks prior to the first practice Game Dates and Times: Thursdays, Apr 28 - Jun 30, 6:15pm or 7:15pm. Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Baseball League Second Grade - Coach Pitch (Co-ed league) Baseball can build coordination, help to keep kids active and improve their skills while they have fun with their friends. The home team will provide a parent volunteer umpire. Baseball schedule includes one practice night AND one game night per week. All participants will receive a t-shirt/jersey and hat if registered by the deadline. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Players must provide an age appropriate baseball glove, batting helmet and water bottle. Please register your child for the league that matches their current grade. Volunteer coaches are needed! If you enjoy working with youth, this is a great way to give back to the community and impact the lives of children! Plus, coaches get to set the practice schedule for their team! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate this when registering. Volunteer coaches will contact their team members AFTER the coaches meeting to notify families of their practice schedule. Games will be played at various athletic fields within the Forest Lake Area School District. Please ensure that your child’s special needs and health information is accurate and up to date in Eleyo by logging into your Eleyo profile at https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/. If you require assistance, please contact: Jessica Kloss at (651) 982-8392. Friend Requests – We will do our best to honor one friend request per player, BOTH players must have each other listed for the friend request to be honored. Important dates and times: Fee Increase: Registration fee after March 29 will increase from $109 to $129 Coaches Meeting: TBD, 3 weeks prior to the first practice Game Dates and Times: Thursdays, Apr 28 - Jun 30, 6:15pm or 7:15pm. Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Baseball League Third Grade (Co-ed) Baseball can build coordination, help to keep kids active and improve their skills while they have fun with their friends. Baseball schedule includes one practice night AND one game night per week. All participants will receive a t-shirt/jersey and hat if registered by the deadline. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Players must provide an age appropriate baseball glove, batting helmet and water bottle. Please register your child for the league that matches their current grade. Volunteer coaches are needed! If you enjoy working with youth, this is a great way to give back to the community and impact the lives of children! Plus, coaches get to set the practice schedule for their team! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate this when registering. Volunteer coaches will contact their team members AFTER the coaches meeting to notify families of their practice schedule. Games will be played at various athletic fields within the Forest Lake Area School District. Please ensure that your child’s special needs and health information is accurate and up to date in Eleyo by logging into your Eleyo profile at https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/. If you require assistance, please contact: Jessica Kloss at (651) 982-8392. Friend Requests – We will do our best to honor one friend request per player, BOTH players must have each other listed for the friend request to be honored. Important dates and times: Fee Increase: Registration fee after March 29 will increase from $109 to $129 Coaches Meeting: TBD, 3 weeks prior to the first practice Game Dates and Times: Thursdays, Apr 28 - Jun 30, 6:15pm or 7:15pm. Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Baseball League Fourth Grade (Co-ed) Baseball can build coordination, help to keep kids active and improve their skills while they have fun with their friends. Baseball schedule includes one practice night AND one game night per week. All participants will receive a t-shirt/jersey and hat if registered by the deadline. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Players must provide an age appropriate baseball glove, batting helmet and water bottle. Please register your child for the league that matches their current grade. Volunteer coaches are needed! If you enjoy working with youth, this is a great way to give back to the community and impact the lives of children! Plus, coaches get to set the practice schedule for their team! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate this when registering. Volunteer coaches will contact their team members AFTER the coaches meeting to notify families of their practice schedule. Games will be played at various athletic fields within the Forest Lake Area School District. Please ensure that your child’s special needs and health information is accurate and up to date in Eleyo by logging into your Eleyo profile at https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/. If you require assistance, please contact: Jessica Kloss at (651) 982-8392. Friend Requests – We will do our best to honor one friend request per player, BOTH players must have each other listed for the friend request to be honored. Important dates and times: Fee Increase: Registration fee after March 29 will increase from $109 to $129 Coaches Meeting: TBD, 3 weeks prior to the first practice Game Dates and Times: Thursdays, Apr 28 - Jun 30, 6:15pm or 7:15pm. Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Baseball League Fifth Grade (Co-ed) Baseball can build coordination, help to keep kids active and improve their skills while they have fun with their friends. Baseball schedule includes one practice night AND one game night per week. All participants will receive a t-shirt/jersey and hat if registered by the deadline. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Players must provide an age appropriate baseball glove, batting helmet and water bottle. Please register your child for the league that matches their current grade. Volunteer coaches are needed! If you enjoy working with youth, this is a great way to give back to the community and impact the lives of children! Plus, coaches get to set the practice schedule for their team! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate this when registering. Volunteer coaches will contact their team members AFTER the coaches meeting to notify families of their practice schedule. Games will be played at various athletic fields within the Forest Lake Area School District. Please ensure that your child’s special needs and health information is accurate and up to date in Eleyo by logging into your Eleyo profile at https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/. If you require assistance, please contact: Jessica Kloss at (651) 982-8392. Friend Requests – We will do our best to honor one friend request per player, BOTH players must have each other listed for the friend request to be honored. Important dates and times: Fee Increase: Registration fee after March 29 will increase from $109 to $129 Coaches Meeting: TBD, 3 weeks prior to the first practice Game Dates and Times: Tuesdays, Apr 26 - Jun 28, 6:15pm or 7:15pm. Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Looking for a place to play recreational basketball? This is the place for you! Players organize full court or cross court pick-up games and often play shirts and skins. A yellow or gold t-shirt can be worn as an alternative to skins. We request that players bring their own ball. Forest Lake Area Schools Community Education Adult Rec Basketball encourages online registration and payment in advance each week; walk-ins will be taken only if space allows.

March Madness is here! Take your skills to the next level in this fun, fast-paced session of March Madness Basketball. Fundamentals and fun are in store. Emphasis is placed on developing the basic skills of dribbling, shooting, passing, sportsmanship and teamwork. We use engaging and dynamic games to support students’ growth including our unique three-on-three style game. This is a high-octane class with an inclusive atmosphere.

Children will learn ballet movements and creative expression for beginners. The emphasis is on basic locomotor development, rhythm and creative expression. Our dancers learn dance in a playful, imaginative and non-competitive environment.

Kids will get to be playful, imaginative and energetic in this far from ordinary beginning level drawing camp! We will work with paint, glitter, bubbles and more magnificent materials as we introduce your young artist to art terms and drawing techniques. Kids will also receive their own sketchbook to keep.

The Behavior Assistance Technical Support Team (BATS) is a voluntary program offered to childcare and early learning centers who are looking for behavioral support for students that are struggling. A trained parent educator will visit your location to promote early learning, knowledge and understanding of important developmental milestones. Early intervention for identified concerns helps improve the school experience for young children. Please call (651) 982-8300 to schedule a BATS visit.