This course is best suited for 10 to 13-year-olds interested in learning the current practices of caring for young children and how to manage their babysitting business. Students will learn safety and injury prevention, first aid basics, feeding and caring for infants and how to handle behavior problems. Students receive a reference book, handouts, babysitting bag and first aid kit.

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 4-hour course for 7 – 10 year-olds. This course helps prepare children for staying safe at and away from home. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, stranger, and internet safety. Students will receive a book, handouts, and a home first aid kit as part of the class.

Grandmasters of Chess Learn, Practice and Play chess each class. The {YEL!} Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® method keeps students on track with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. Earn Chess Dollars to purchase prizes. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session ($49 annual value). Sign up today. Visit YELKids.com for more info.

What is Leadership Camp? Leadership camp is an intensive, four-day experience that will change how you view your role in our school and community. You’ll be on a first-name basis with staff, you get free treats, our speakers will inspire you, and it’s fun! You won’t regret your decision to attend this camp! Register by May 30 to guarantee your t-shirt.Why should I attend leadership camp? An opportunity to develop and fine tune your leadership skills. A chance to meet and talk to leaders in your community. Four days that will change your perspective on leading and decision making for your life and for others. One way to demonstrate your leadership skills to your friends, family, teachers, and community. A life-changing experience. Who Should Attend? Student leaders or emerging leaders entering grades 10,11, or 12 Team Captains Club Officers Panther Mentors Volunteers Anyone who is open, honest, cooperative, and interested in making a difference!

The After School SPARK program is designed to engage students in Grades 3-4 in no-cost, high-interest enrichment programming that provides opportunities for students to further develop their talents and spark new interests and passions. In this 3-week session, students will register for 1 class each day based on their interests. Students will attend that same class for 3 sessions. Only register for one class per day. Both Tuesdays and Thursdays: AKA Sports: Basketball Skills (If you register for this class, you will attend all 6 sessions) Improve fitness and coordination with the AKA Basketball Development and Games program. Students will work on court dribbling, passing, shooting and defensive awareness. Each class includes specific skill development and "3 on 3" games so that each player gets game experience. Classes taught by AKASPORT instructors. Tuesdays 2/17, 2/24, 3/3: Youth Enrichment League: Bricktopia LEGO Catapults Explore engineering with Bricktopia's Catapults class! Build a catapult, dragster, and scale with LEGO bricks, and challenge yourself to problem-solve and innovate. Microwave Munchies with Mrs. Wilson Students will make food creations that require little to no cooking. Gain the confidence to make a snack or small meal for yourself with just a microwave! Students will learn basic kitchen safety and cooking skills. Wednesdays 2/18, 2/25, 3/4: Soccer Skills Camp with Mrs. Knutson Whether you are trying soccer for the first time or wanting to improve your skills, this camp is perfect for you! Students will work on individual ball mastery, passing, and small-sided soccer games. Thursdays 2/19, 2/26, 3/5: Rum River Art Center: Animal Painting Portraits Have you ever wanted to be a bird? Or a cat, dog, or bunny? In this class, you’ll learn to use acrylic paint on canvas to paint yourself as your favorite animal! Using your own features and favorite things about yourself, you get to create any animal you think best represents you and your personality. At the end of this class, students will have fun, imaginative portraits portraying them as animals! Dancing Around the World with Mrs. Wilson Students will be immersed in the culture of different countries by learning special dances from places all over the world! Learn the history and importance of each dance, then practice the steps to perform it. A snack will be provided at the start of programming each day by Nutrition Services. Busing transportation is available to all students for pick up.

This program offers a crash course in coding your own games with Scratch. Students will create and develop 2-3 basic games while learning many foundational computer science skills with boundless potential for creativity and expansion.

Students can stay after school and participate in a variety of activities. Clubs are student-led, staff will be available to supervise the space and provide simple materials. Activities available: Tuesdays Dungeons and Dragons Ping Pong Wednesdays Chess Thursdays Magic: The Gathering Card Game Pickleball Activities will not meet on Oct 29 and Oct 30 Questions - contact Chris Lammers - clamme@district16.org