SUMMER 2015

ENRICHMENT
Activities for Youth

Austin Community Education is pleased to offer

several learning opportunities for students during
the summer. We have partnered with other community
organizations to provide a broad range of classes
and activities.
Our goal is to provide fun, educational opportunities for
students to enrich their summer leisure time. If you have
questions about any of these classes or activities,
contact the Austin Community Education office at 460-1706.

Table of Contents:
Page Number

Lunch Program and Activities................................................. 5

Austin Public Library Summer Reading Program................... 6
Junior Master Gardener University of MN Extension .......... 7
Reading & Fitness Boot Camps ............................................. 7
Hormel Historic Home Summer Events ................................. 8
General Interest Classes................................................... 9-11
Engineering Classes ............................................................ 11
First Aid & Babysitting Classes ............................................ 12
Horse Class .......................................................................... 13
Youth Day Trips ............................................................... 13-14
Kids College ................................................................... 15-18
Registration Form ............................................................ 19-20
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Welcome to SUMMER 2015

ENRICHMENT CLASSES

Austin Community Education

Registration Information

You may register in person 7:30 am - 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday at the Community
Education Office in the Community Learning Center, 912 1st Avenue NE, Austin, MN
You may register with a credit card by calling 460-1706 or 460-1700 or on the web at
http://austin.revtrak.net.
Fees must accompany all registrations. Make checks payable to Austin Public Schools.
Register early, all registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Registration required unless otherwise noted.

Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available to families who qualify. Applications are available at the
Community Education Office at 912 1st Avenue NE or call 460-1706. Not all classes have
scholarships available.

Confirmation & Refunds

No confirmations will be sent; you will be considered registered for a course unless you are
notified. If there is insufficient enrollment for a course, or if the class is filled, you will be
notified as soon as possible and will receive a refund by mail or if credit card was used, a
credit will be issued. Participants may withdraw from classes up to 5 business days prior to
the class and will receive a refund of class price minus a $3 processing fee. Participants
withdrawing from classes less than 5 business days prior to the class will not receive a
refund.

Locations, Time, and Age

Location and time for each class/activity is listed in the course description. Signs will be
posted in the building where the class is held indicating the specific room for the class.
Parents are responsible for dropping off and picking up their child on time. Students who
are not picked up on time repeatedly will be dropped from the class. Class instructors are
not responsible for supervising your student before and after class.
Some classes are targeted for specific ages, gender, or have other requirements. Those
details are listed in the class description.

Behavior
Summer Enrichment is a privilege for students. Students are
expected to conduct themselves in a manner that facilitates
instruction and the learning process. Disruptive students will
be dismissed from the program without a refund.

Kids Korner
School-Age
Child Care
Kids Korner is an affordable, quality childcare program
designed to meet the needs of working parents. The goal
of this program is to provide an environment in which the child is encouraged to learn &
grow with minimum formal instruction. We provide a structured recreational
environment where learning is emphasized through experience.
Kids Korner is a program designed for families that need child care on a regular basis.
Kids Konnection is a program designed to meet the needs of families that only need
child care on an occasional basis, non-school days, early release days, or on weather
emergency days. Both programs are available during the summer months, are housed
at Neveln Elementary School, and incorporate a theme-based camp program. Hours
of operation are from 6:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Each program
has a separate fee schedule. Closed Friday, July 3th, 2015.
If you would like more information, please call the Kids Korner Main Office at 460-1704
or email Teri Wermager at teri.wermager@austin.k12.mn.us. All forms and additional
information can be found at www.austin.k12.mn.us/clc/kidskorner

Youth Day Trips grades 5-8

Preschool Paint and Create Studios
Paint Plaster Shapes
Yoga for Youth
Design a Milk Paint Picture Frame
Sign of the Times Small Sign

Free Lunch Available for Children ages 1 - 18

Lunch is served from 11:00 am 1:00 pm, Monday Friday
(No lunch served on Friday, July 3, 2015)
Monday, June 8, 2015 through Friday, August 14, 2015
IJ Holton Intermediate School Cafeteria, 1800 4th Avenue SE
Monday, June 8, 2015 through Friday, July 24, 2015
Sumner Elementary School Cafeteria, 805 8th Ave NW
No registration required for lunch

Adults can enjoy the same lunch for $3.70

Free Programming at Summer Lunch Sites

Readers Caf

Ages: Preschool 8th grade

FREE
Readers Caf is a Free Book exchange with a wide range of books available to read and check out.
We are located at I. J. Holton Intermediate and Sumner Elementary schools at the summer lunch
sites.
We love to talk about books!
Come and find something great to read.
We have tons of suggestions for you!
Also, weekly activities, story times, and games!
A fun place to retreat from the heat, or go on a rainy day!
Best of all, there is no cost . . . Its all FREE! FREE! FREE!
Intended audience is preschool children to middle school students.
Registration is not required.
Monday-Thursday, June 8 July 30, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at I. J. Holton Intermediate and
Monday-Thursday, June 8 July 23, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Sumner Elementary School
cafeterias (No programs July 3)

WANTED:
We need gently used childrens books for our summer reading centers. We are especially in need
of early readers and young chapter books. Drop off your book donations to any Austin Public
School main office. No textbook or adult books are accepted.

Read to
the Rhythm!
The Austin Public Library invites children of all ages to participate in the
2015 Summer Reading Club!
There will be performers, storytimes, crafts, games and reading programs
for kids of all ages. All programs will be held at the Austin Public Library, and
all programs are FREE!
Mondays:
June 15 - July 27, 2 - 3 pm

Open Art Hour

Tuesdays:
June 16 July 28, 10:30am
June 16 - July 14, 4 pm

Wake Up & Wiggle

Family Yoga

Wednesdays:
June 17, 1 pm
June 24, 10:30 am

July 1, 11 am & 1 pm
July 8, 11 am & 1 pm
July 15, 11 am & 1 pm
July 22, 11 am & 1 pm
July 29, 6 pm

Disney Movie Sing-a-Long

Moo! Trunk Show with author David LaRochelle
& Illustrator Mike Wohnoutk
(Suitable for families and groups with children ages 0-6)
Movie at the library
R.A.D. Zoo
Mad Science of Iowa
Magician & Puppeteer Jim Jayes
Pet Show

Thursdays:
June 11 - July 30, 10:30 am

Storytime

Fridays:
June 12 - July 31, 2 pm

Family Movie Matinee

(Movies announced weekly)

These programs sponsored by the University of Minnesota ExtensionMower County 4-H. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity
Educator and Employer.

Classes will be at the Mower County Fair Grounds, 4-H Building instructed by Kristin Krell
Junior Master Gardeners U of M Extension - Families
FREE
The community garden at the Mower County Fairgrounds is where youth and families gather
to grow and learn. We will offer a variety of sessions with topics ranging from plant science to
cooking. Our garden produce is used for hands-on food and cooking demonstrations. We donate
excess food to our local food shelf. Call the extension office with questions at 507-437-9552.
Sponsored by the University of Minnesota Extension and Mower County 4-H. The University of
Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.
SY100/Wednesdays, May 27 - July 29, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Painting and Beyond! U of M Extension - Entering grades 3-5
FREE
We will be learning about different types of paint, mediums and painting our own picture to
bring home! Sponsored by the University of Minnesota Extension and Mower County 4-H. The
University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.
Registration deadline June 15. Wear clothes that can get paint on them.
SY120/Wednesday, June 17, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Rockets to the Rescue! U of M Extension - Entering grades 5-7
FREE
It is your mission to design and build an aerodynamic food transportation device that can
deliver a payload of nutritious food to disaster victims. Youth will learn engineering concepts, develop
math skills, learn about nutrition and help solve a relevant, global issue. Sponsored by the University
of Minnesota Extension and Mower County 4-H. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity
Educator and Employer. Registration deadline July 6. Wear clothes that can get paint on them.
SY110/Wednesday, July 8, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Reading & Fitness Boot Camps Ages 6-10
$15 per camp
Two camps are offered - pick one or do both of the three week camps where kids will focus on being
active while learning at the same time. They will meet in the Gazebo at Horace Austin Park (East of
the Municipal pool). This is a collaboration is between Austin Public Library, Austin Community
Education & Austin Park & Recreation. Each participant will set a fitness and literacy goal per
session. A school sack lunch will be provided. You will visit the library and cool off at the municipal
pool. Wear your swim suit under your clothes each day.
Register at Austin Park and Recreation, 121 4th Ave NE, Austin, MN: 507-433-1881.
Water, Nature & Adventure: focus is on water and nature activities
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, 11:00am-1:00pm
Gazebo at Horace Austin Park, East of the Municipal Pool, Austin MN
Shake, Rattle & Read: focus is on movement, music and motion
Tuesdays, Thursdays, July 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 11:00am-1:00pm
Gazebo at Horace Austin Park, East of the Municipal Pool, Austin MN
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Free Hormel Historic Home Summer Events

The Hormel Historic Home is proud to sponsor a variety of concerts,
classes and events. For more information contact us at 433-4243 or
check out our website www.hormelhistorichome.org.
Join us for the following free concerts at the Hormel Historic Home,
208 4th Ave NW, Austin, MN
Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy great musical entertainment in our beautiful garden.
No registrations required.
Free - Teddy Bear Band Concert
Teddy Bear Band has been providing music, movement and FUN for 28 years! The
music and fun of Teddy Bear Band is created with the intent for children to gain and
maintain a positive sense of self and an appreciation of their own abilities. "Adult
friendly" opportunities are provided to encourage parents and teachers to join in the
fun as role models to support this process. Participation and interaction are cornerstone concepts of
the Teddy Bear Band's musical shows. Bring your teddy bear.
Monday, June 22, 2:00pm 3:00pm

Free - The Resistors-Multi-Generational Concert

The Resistors (Teddy Bear Band) is a multi-generational concert that is great for the whole family.
Bring a lawn chair and arrive early to the Peace Garden.
Monday, June 22, 6:30pm

Free - Concert in the Garden by Austin Community Jazz Band

Returning for its 4th year, the Austin Community Jazz Ensemble
will perform in the HHH Peace Garden. This group, made up of
area musicians, is sure to please with a repertoire ranging from
traditional "jazz standards" to "pop" and "contemporary" big band
arrangements. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the shade of the
garden for this free event just in time for the 4th of July. Arrive
early no reservation required.
Wednesday, July 1, 6:30pm

Free - Bissen Band Concert - Bob Dylan Tribute

Bissen Band will perform a free concert focus on Bob Dylan's music. Bring your lawn chair and join
us at the Peace Garden for an hour of entertainment.
Tuesday, July 21, 6:30pm

Free - Choo Choo Bob Show

The Choo Choo Bob Show, aimed at ages three to seven, features Choo Choo Bob and his friends
creatively exploring all things train-related. The Choo Choo Bob Show will be performing live at the
Hormel Historic Home. Sing along to your favorite songs and enjoy the free live show.
Wednesday, August 5, 2:00pm-3:00pm
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General Interest and Creative Arts Classes

Intro to Traditional Tae Kwon Do Ages 5 & up
$30 per session
Martial Art Fitness Center - Ken Kingstrom
Intro to martial arts/self defense with emphasis on self improvement, self
control and self defense.
SY150/Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 5:00pm-6:00pm
SY170/Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 5:00pm-6:00pm
SY180/Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25, 5:00pm-6:00pm
Martial Art Fitness Center, 424 N Main St, Austin, MN
SY160/Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:00am-11:00am
IJ Holton Intermediate School
Yoga for Youth Ages 5-10
$12 per session
Heidi Harrabi
New! This playful yoga class improves strength, flexibility, and coordination. Children will learn how
to focus and center themselves with various breathing and visualization techniques. They will also
learn self-respect and respect for others with the practice of fun and challenging poses, lots of yoga
games, breathing and basic anatomy. Bring a yoga mat or towel.
Registration deadline is two business days prior to first class.
SY190/Monday, Wednesday, Friday, July 6, 8, 10, 10:00am-10:45am
SY195/Monday, Wednesday, Friday, July 13, 15, 17, 10:00am-10:45am
IJ Holton Intermediate School
Sign of the Times Small Sign Ages 12 & up
$15 per class
Jill Jones
New! Sign art is everywhere! We will have pre-built signs for you to paint, stain or leave natural. You
will have a choice of 4 sayings/words to stencil onto your sign. Embellishments will be added for the
perfect finishing touch. All supplies provided. Sign measures approximately 3 1/2 " x 14 ". Wear
clothes that can get messy. Registration deadline 2 days prior to class.
SY500/Tuesday, June 16, 10:30am-11:30am
SY510/Wednesday, July 22, 10:30am-11:30am
SY520/Wednesday, August 5, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Willow Cove, 309 North Main Street, Austin, MN
Milk Paint Picture Frame Ages 12 & up
$18 per class
Jill Jones
New! Want to learn how to mix and use milk paint (a paint that is friendly to the environment). Have
a special picture that you need the perfect 5x7 frame for? In this class you will
mix your own paint, paint and distress your frame, and embellish with flowers
and buttons. All supplies are included. Wear clothes you can get messy.
Registration deadline 2 days prior to class.
SY530/Wednesday, June 24, 1:00pm-3:00pm
SY540/Thursday, July 23, 2:00pm-4:00pm
SY550/Tuesday, August 11, 10:30am-12:30pm
Willow Cove, 309 North Main Street, Austin, MN
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Youth & Family Paint and Make Studio Located at IJ Holton Intermediate School

Youth Paint and Create Studio Entering grades 2-8

$20 per studio
Krystal Lennie
Youth Paint and Create Studio makes painting fun and easy. You will be guided step-by-step through
recreating an acrylic painting to take home at the end of class and hang on the wall. Parents can stay
and paint their own canvas, just make sure you register for two. Five different classes will be offered:
Butterfly, Flower, Turtles, Minecraft (other characters handouts will be available) and Cupcake register for one or all. Bring a paint shirt/apron if desired.
Registration deadline one week prior to class.
SY300 Butterfly /Tuesday, June 16, 1:00pm-2:30pm
SY310 Flower /Thursday, July 9,
1:00pm-2:30pm
SY320 Turtles /Thursday, July 23, 1:00pm-2:30pm
SY330 Minecraft /Tuesday, August 4,1:00pm-2:30pm
SY340 Cupcake /Tuesday, August 18, 1:00pm-2:30pm

Family Paint and Create Studio - Entering grades 1-Adult

Krystal Lennie
Paint and Create Studio makes painting fun and easy
by guiding you and your child step-by-step recreating
a dytych (double) acrylic painting. Each registration
includes two canvases that you will paint and take
home at the end of class to hang on your wall. Two
different classes will be offered: You Are My Sunshine, Owl Always Love You register for one or both. What a great family enrichment activity! Bring a paint
shirt/apron if desired. Registration deadline one week prior to class.
SY350 You Are My Sunshine /Thursday, June 25, 1:00pm-3:00pm
SY360 Owl Always Love You /Tuesday, July 14, 1:00pm-3:00pm

$35 per couple

Preschool Paint and Create Studio Entering grades PreK-1

$15 per studio
Krystal Lennie
New! Preschool Paint and Create Studio. Let your child explore art through painting.
This class makes painting fun and easy with a special canvas template and step-by-step
directions. At the end of class each student will take their original painted canvas home
to hang on their wall. Parents are required to stay with their student. Two different
classes will be offered: Flower and Turtle - register for one or all. Bring a paint
shirt/apron if desired. Registration deadline one week prior to class.
SY370 - Flower /Wednesday, July 8, 10:30am-11:30am
SY380 - Turtle /Monday, July 20, 10:30am-11:30am
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Paint Plaster Shapes Entering grades 1 and up

Rose Tamke
New! Come paint and design your own plaster shapes. Mrs. Tamke will
provide many shapes (flowers, stars, cars, hearts and many more). Next you
will paint the shapes that you choose. We supply the plaster shapes and paint
supplies. Students will take their shapes home and can use them to embellish
their picture frames, make decorations in their fairy gardens or make them into
magnets for example. Let your imagination shine. Registration deadline is July 14th.
SY390/Friday, July 17, 9:30am-11:00am
IJ Holton Intermediate School

$10

Music and Movement Families/children ages birth - 5

$20 per family
SarahLynn Zavoral
Come sing, dance, play instruments and explore great composers with your child!
Along the way, parents will gain ideas and tools for bringing more music into the
home. Siblings older than five are welcome to attend as parent helpers. This
active class is taught by Music Specialist SarahLynn Zavoral.
Registration deadline is Tuesday, June 2nd.
SY600/Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30, 9:15am-10:00am
Hormel Historic Home, 208 4th Ave NW, Austin MN

"All About Learning provides hands-on

enrichment programs, in Partnership with
educators, to increase students` skills in
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
(STEM)."

Pullback Car Frenzy Younger - Entering grades 1-3

$109 per class
Pullback Car Frenzy Older Entering grades 4-8
Pullback Car Frenzy is an enrichment course designed to stimulate
problem solving and creativity using new and innovative ideas. This
course is jam packed with science! Students will build and take home 10
cars using a design pamphlet for each vehicle. Students become MiniEngineers, challenged to design new vehicles utilizing pieces from
supplied cars. Over the course of the class students participate in
experiments designed to demonstrate science and engineering concepts
and laws such as gravity, potential energy and kinetic energy. Two
courses offered depending upon age. Registration deadline is Monday, June 1st.
SY420 Grades 1-3 /Monday-Thursday, June 15-18, 9:00am-12:00pm
SY430 Grades 4-8 /Monday-Thursday, June 15-18, 1:00pm-4:00pm
IJ Holton Intermediate School

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First Aid and Baby-Sitting Classes

Home Alone - Entering grades 3 and up
$26
Lori Hameister
Just mention the words Home Alone, and children think of the excitement depicted in the movies of
the same name. The reality of being home alone can evoke fear and anxiety in many children.
Whether left alone for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, children should
feel comfortable being alone.
*This workshop will address several topics relating to being Home Alone. Topics include personal
safety tips, stranger danger, basic first aid, fire safety, handling the unexpected, internet safety,
dealing with loneliness and boredom, storm safety, dealing with siblings as well as trust and honesty.
(Students may bring a non peanut snack) Registration deadline is Monday, June 15th.
SY210/Monday, June 22, 8:00am-10:00am
IJ Holton Intermediate School
Basic First Aid & Safety for Children - Completed grades K - 3
$26
Lori Hameister
Have you ever seen someone fall over and hurt their leg? Or perhaps you know someone whos been
very ill? Have you ever been near an accident? Imagine being able to help out in each of these
situations thats what First Aid is all about. Children can make a difference in an emergency
situation. The most important thing is for them to know the simple Basic First Aid steps to follow in
different situations. Please bring your favorite teddy bear with you to class.
Registration deadline is Monday, June 15th.
SY220/Monday, June 22, 10:15am-12:15am
IJ Holton Intermediate School
Child & Baby-Sitting Safety Class - Entering grades 4 - 8
$42
Lori Hameister
Learn the responsibilities of being a babysitter. Topics include starting your own babysitting business,
child development, proper feeding & diapering techniques, personal safety, medical emergencies,
basic first aid care and fire safety. The CABS book (yours to keep). The course was developed by
the American Safety and Health Institute and approved by the American Pediatrics Association.
Registration deadline is Monday, June 15th.
SY200/Tuesday, June 23, 9:00am-12:00pm
IJ Holton Intermediate School

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Horse Introduction Class Entering grades 2-5

$24 per class
Cassie LaRock & Stephanie Bruggeman
This course will teach basic care of horses from safely approaching, leading, tying, brushing,
feeding, understanding health issues common to horses, how to budget the food and care horses
need. In addition, class time will be spent on learning how to tack a horse, basic anatomy and
identifying various breeds of horses. This is not a riding course, however there will be
opportunities to work with live horses on the second day of each session and an opportunity to go
for a led ride. On the second day of each session please wear closed toe/heel shoes or boots.
Parent signed liability waiver required and available at the Community Learning Center or
online at http://www.austin.k12.mn.us/clc/communityEducation. Deadline to register is the
Friday before class starts.
SY400/Mondays, June 15 & 22, 10:00am-11:30am
SY410/Mondays, June 29 & July 6, 10:00am-11:30am
IJ Holton Intermediate School

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New and Exciting Youth Day Trips

Trip Policies:
Space is limited so register early.
Arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to check-in.
Trips will leave and return to Neveln Elementary School unless notified otherwise.
Reservations are only confirmed after receipt of paid registration and waiver if needed.
Refunds are only given when a trip is cancelled by Austin Community Ed.
Trip fees include bus transportation and entrance fees, unless noted.
If you cannot attend, you must find your own replacement or forfeit your registration
fee.
Students are expected to follow Austin Public School standards while participating in
these programs.
Students are expected to function independently in a large group setting.
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Big Thrill & Lake Minnetonka Youth Trip Entering grades 5-8

$44
*We will start the day with 2 intense hours of action at Big Thrill Factory (BTF) including laser tag,
BTF Time Challenge, Mini Golf, and Trampolines. Students can enjoy lunch in the BTF Cafe where
they serve salads, pizzas, wings, sliders, sandwiches, and desserts. (no outside food is allowed)
*We will then go to Lake Minnetonka Swimming Pond for an afternoon of beach time! The swimming
pond is staffed with certified life guards and offers concessions and beach umbrellas.
*Registration deadline is Monday, June 22nd.
*Students will need extra spending money for lunch and snacks at BTF and Lake Minnetonka.
*Admission package to BTF and entrance fee to Lake Minnetonka is included.
*Items to bring: tennis shoes and socks, swim suit, towel, sunscreen, snacks & drinks for bus.
*A signed waiver is required for BTF and is available in the Community Education office or online
at http://www.austin.k12.mn.us/clc/communityEducation
*Bus will depart from Neveln at 8:00am (please arrive for check-in at 7:30am 30 minutes prior
to departure) and will return to Neveln at 5:00pm.
SY1000/Wednesday, June 24, 8:00am-5:00pm
Minnetonka, MN

Bunker Beach Youth Trip Entering grades 5-8

$40

This is the place to go this summer! Bunker Beach has it all - wave pool, water slides, lazy river,
plunge pool with wiggly water walk(very challenging!), and a rock wall! Certified life guards on duty.
We will have a full day with all the swimming activities you can handle.
Admission to Bunker Beach is included.
*Registration deadline is Monday, July 13th.
*Students will need extra money for lunch and snacks at Bunker Beach and
optional $6 wave pool tube rental (they really don't need it).
*Items to bring: swim suit, towel, sunscreen, snacks & drinks for bus.
*Bus will depart from Neveln at 9:30am (please arrive for check-in at 9:00am - 30 minutes prior
to departure) and will return to Neveln at 5:30pm.
SY2000/Wednesday, July 15, 9:30am-5:30pm
Coon Rapids, MN

Ironwood Springs Summer Youth Trip Entering grades 5-8

$40
Getting bored? You won't be on this trip to Ironwood Springs. A very full and active day is planned for
students!
*The Challenge Course allows participants to experience mental and physical success and recognize
that the seemingly impossible or difficult is often quite possible, especially working as a team. It is a
way to teach teamwork, trust, and life skills in a powerful hands on approach. The purpose is to
increase participants' self-confidence, mutual support within a group, and a gentle reminder about
others.
*They have a total of 17 low element challenges: Singing Platforms, Ragin' River, Electric Corral, Wild
Wave, The "Wall", Jungle Rope Swing, Broken Bridge, and the Spider Web and many more. Students
will also enjoy the archery range, bouldering wall, sling shot range, and animal farm.
*Registration deadline is Monday, August 3, 2015.
*Students will not need any extra spending money. All activities included.
*Items to bring: cold lunch, tennis shoes and socks, sunscreen, snacks and drinks.
*A signed waiver is required for Ironwood Springs and is available in the Community Education
office or online at http://www.austin.k12.mn.us/clc/communityEducation
*Bus will depart from Neveln at 9:15am (please arrive for check-in at 8:45am 30 minutes prior
to departure) and will return to Neveln at 4:30pm.
SY3000/Wednesday, August 5, 9:15am-4:30pm
Spring Valley, MN
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Riverland Community College

KIDS COLLEGE
Learning, Leading,
Linking

June 22-26, 2015

** REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 5, 2015 **

Register in person at Riverland Community College or return this form and your
check made payable to Riverland Community College to:
Riverland Community College Kids College, Peggy Young, 1900 8th Ave NW,
Austin, MN 55912
Riverland Community College doesnt just cater to the educational needs of adults. This summer Riverland is
offering Kids College, a summer enrichment program for children. The program is designed for kids entering
4th, 5th and 6th grades in the fall of 2015. They must be comfortable in a fast-paced learning environment.
Classes will stimulate and encourage creativity, develop thinking and problem-solving skills and bring together
kids who love to learn.
When and Where
Riverland Kids College will be offered June 22-26 in Austin at Riverland Community College East Building,
1900 8th Avenue NW. The program starts at 8:30 a.m. each day with a large group gathering. Students will
take two classes; the first meets 8:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m., the second from 10:30 a.m. 12:00 noon.
Tuition
The cost is $85 per child for the week. This includes two classes, supplies (unless otherwise noted),
refreshments, T-shirt and certificate.
Enrollment
In most cases, a minimum of 10 students must enroll before a course can be offered. Early registrants are
more likely to be assigned to the courses they select, but due to some class cancellations and popularity of
classes, first choices cannot always be honored. Students will be notified of their class assignments by mail the
week of June 15.
Campus and Classroom Behavior
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that facilitates instruction and the learning process.
Disruptive students will be dismissed from the program without a refund.
Registration
You may register by mail or in person weekdays at Riverland Community College 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin;
Austin West Building, Room A147 (Training and Development Suite). Fees must accompany all registrations.
Make checks payable Riverland Community College. Register early!
Volunteer Leaders
Volunteer leaders are welcome to help facilitate Riverland Kids College. They will escort children to classes,
supervise during breaks, serve refreshments, and assist instructors during class time as needed. Selection will
be on a first-come, first-served basis. Please consider volunteering even if it is only for part of the week; it may
be possible to coordinate with others. Adult volunteers may deduct $5 from one students tuition for each day
of volunteering, with the refund being issued at the end of the event week.

Questions? Contact Peggy Young at 507-433-0602 or peggy.young@riverland.edu

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Riverland Community College

KIDS COLLEGE
Registration Form

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Student Name

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Parent or Guardian

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Street address

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City/State
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Home phone
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Parent email address (please include!)

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Grade in 2015-2016

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Course choices: Select and rank your top four from 1 through 4 (1 being the 1st choice; 4 being the 4th choice.)
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Become a Rocket Engineer

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Civil War

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Creative Writing

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Crochet in a Day

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Discovering Horses

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Engineering for Fun

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Little League Law

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I Am An Author

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Learn Chinese

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Weird Science

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Powered Up!

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Robotics

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World War II

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UnderstandCurrent Events!

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Adult

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** REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 5, 2015 **

Register in person at Riverland Community College or
return this form and your check made payable to Riverland Community College to:
Riverland Community College Kids College
Peggy Young
1900 8th Ave NW
Austin, MN 55912
Questions? Contact Peggy Young at 507-433-0602 or peggy.young@riverland.edu .

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KIDS COLLEGE
Learning, Leading,
Linking

June 22-26, 2015

Questions? Contact Peggy Young at 507-433-0602 or peggy.young@riverland.edu

Become a Rocket Engineer
Instructor - Ken Fiscus
This class is for any boy or girl interested in learning how to safely build and fly model rockets. Each student will build
their own reusable Alpha rocket and will launch it with the included engine. Parents are invited to attend each class
session, especially launch day. Your registration fee includes one rocket and one engine.

Civil War
Instructor Tom Compton
This course is a study of the military, political, economic, cultural, and social aspects of the Civil War as a pivotal event in
our nations history. This course will require students to build upon their existing language, vocabulary, reading
comprehension, critical thinking, problem solving, oral expression, and listening skills. Students explore the causes of the
war, how a nation coped with the struggle across multiple dimensions, and how we dealt with the conflict's aftermath.
Special emphasis is on the continuing debate that the impact of the Civil War had on both the North and the South.

Creative Writing
Instructor Kristy Bina
Join this self-published writer to learn the basics of creative writing, including storyline creation, expressing emotion, and
the publishing process.

Crochet in a Day
Instructor Alyssa Wagner
Crocheting and knitting are todays hot new hobbies. Have YOU learned your stitches? If not, heres your chance! Join
us to learn the basics of crocheting, including choosing your yarn, making that first slip knot, creating a chain, and
admiring your first completed project. A material list will be sent with registration confirmation.

Discovering Horses
Instructor - Stephanie Bruggeman
Want to learn how to make a career out of doing something you love? If you have a passion for working with horses you
can do just that! This course will teach you all about horse care (horse husbandry) from day-to-day to emergency
situations, horse anatomy, horse nutrition, riding techniques & more! We'll also talk about how to turn your hobby into a
life-long career. You may even see a horse on campus!

Engineering for Fun

Instructor - Kaylene Jensen
Manufacturing isnt what it used to be! In this starter engineering class, students will learn how to use basic design
strategies to prepare to research, design, model, test, and modify projects in small groups.

I Am An Author
Instructor Doran Rickert
This course will cover the writing process with emphasis on personal style. Writing responsibly will be shared throughout
the class. Students will study personal writing and subject writing; some reflective writing will be shared. After this class,
you will have many reasons to write, write, write for a lifetime.

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Learn Chinese!
Instructor - Ana Li Zhong
Join us for a beginning Chinese language class that will teach you the basics. You will learn how to speak, read, and
write some simple phrases that will at least make your friends and family ask What did you say?!?! Teach me!

Little League Law: Justice Squad

Instructor Stephanie Carver, Esq.
Have you ever wondered why we need rules? Do you feel frustrated when a super villain gets away with it? Come join
the superheroes of the Little League Law Justice Squad and learn how to make and apply rules, respond to super villains
and protect Metropolis Minnesota. We will learn about the importance of laws in a civilized society, how rules and laws
are written and interpreted, about the rights contained in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.and about laws in
the world of Dr. Seuss!

Powered Up!
Instructor - Austin Public Utilities
Have you ever thought it would be fun to drive a car, make a light bulb, or generate electricity by a wind turbine you built
on your own? Come explore renewable energy in this hands-on, electrifying class! You will learn concepts of energy,
electricity, and renewable energy generation, all while having fun. Class includes racing a solar powered car that you
design and take home! No prior knowledge is needed, just an enthusiasm to learn and have fun.

Robotics
Instructor - Kaylene Jensen
Have you ever wondered how machines seem to just work all on their own? In this introductory robotics class, students
will gain a basic understanding of how to design, build and program robots to solve everyday problems. Students will
have hands-on experience with a robot in class.

wEiRd ScIeNcE
Instructor - Erin McCormick
Calling all scientists! Do you want to blow up a bar of soap in the microwave? Or make a rocket with something found in
your medicine cabinet? How would you like to amaze your friends by making water disappear? Join me on an adventure
where well explore the fascinating and seemingly weird world of science as real scientists! Well use the Scientific
Method and keep a journal, construct a hypothesis, do an exciting experiment, and analyze our data every day.

World War II
Instructor Tom Compton
This course introduces students to the Second World War in the context of world history and modern warfare. The course
will require students to build upon their existing language, vocabulary, reading comprehension, critical thinking, problem
solving, oral expression, and listening skills. Taking a global perspective, this course covers all theaters of war, and
relates events in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Southeast and Southwest Asia, the Pacific, and Latin America to each
other. Students will compare and contrast the economies, industry, society, and culture of the United States, Great
Britain, Russia, Japan, and Germany during the Second World War. The role of diplomacy and strategy, the impact of
war upon society, and the fighting on land, at sea, and in the air are also examined in the context of modern warfare.

Understanding Current Events through Editorial Cartoons

Instructor Tom Compton
This course will use modern editorial cartoons, along with various online websites and resources, as a method to increase
student awareness of the domestic and global issues that affect us today. This course will require students to build upon
their existing language, vocabulary, reading comprehension, critical thinking, problem solving, oral expression, and
listening skills. Students will be challenged to discuss current events, identify the various interpretations and philosophies
that exist, and clarify their own points of view on the issues, defending those positions with facts or sound reasons.

Questions? Contact Peggy Young at 507-433-0602 or peggy.young@riverland.edu .

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Emergency Contact Information
Non-Parent/Guardian Emergency Contact and/or Pick-up Persons
I authorize the following adults (must be at least 18 years old) to be contacted in case of emergency
and/or to pick up my child(ren). Persons indicated must be reached locally.
Parent/guardian must supply two (2) contacts to register. Please fill in all spaces.
Adult Emergency Contact Name _______________ Relationship __________________________
Local Home Phone_____________ Local Work Phone_____________ Cell Phone______________
Adult Emergency Contact Name _______________ Relationship __________________________
Local Home Phone_____________ Local Work Phone_____________ Cell Phone______________
Childs Doctor __________________ Address _____________________ Phone ______________
Childs Dentist __________________ Address _____________________ Phone ______________
Are there legal custody, restraining orders, or school disciplinary (suspension) issues that we should
be aware of? YES NO If yes, please list and/or describe: _________________________________
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Is your child receiving Special Education services? YES
NO
Does your child have any special needs or have a medical history that would impact his/her ability to
participate? YES NO If yes, please list and/or describe: ______________________________
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Is there anything significant about your family situation you would like us to know? YES NO
If yes, please explain ______________________________________________________________

RELEASES: By signing my name below, I agree to the following:

1. In the case of an emergency involving the registered child, I authorize Austin Community
Education to use the Mayo Clinic Health Systems Emergency Room for emergency medical
treatment, if I or the childs doctor cannot be reached. I authorize Austin Community Education
staff to call 911 to seek emergency care if deemed necessary and I will pay the charges.
2. I give my consent to have pictures taken of my child(ren) by the news media and/or the staff and
used in future publications.
Yes _____ No _____

SIGNATURE: ____________________________ _______________

Name

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Relationship to Child

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SUMMER ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION FORM
Participant Name _______________________________________ Home Phone _____________
Birth Date __________________Gender ___________________
Parent Name________________________

Grade in Fall 2015 _________

Work Phone__________ Cell Phone ____________

Address & City __________________________________________________________________

Email Address _________________________________________________________________
Class # _______Class Title ______________________________________Class Fee $ ________
Class # _______Class Title ______________________________________Class Fee $ ________
Class # _______Class Title ______________________________________Class Fee $ ________
Class # _______Class Title ______________________________________Class Fee $ ________

Total Amount $ ____________

Payment Options:

Cash/Check (payable to Austin Public Schools)

Credit CardVisa, Master Card or Discover

Check # _________

Expiration Date ____/____

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Ways To Register:
In Person at the Austin Community Education Office, 912 1st Ave NE, Austin
By Phone: Call 460-1706 with registration information and credit card number
By Mail: Send completed registration form with payment for classes to:
Austin Community Education, 912 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912
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