There is a panda bear trapped in a ravine. Build a robot helicopter to rescue it, and then learn skills to create a floodgate, earthquake machine, or a helpful robot to better society. Learn coding and building to make a difference. Enroll now! Visit YELKids.com for more info.

Do you want to rock and roll all night, and party every day? Students will get the chance to try their voice or hand at a variety of instruments including the electric guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums, with the goal of learning a full song or two to perform by the end of the week.

Donate-a-lesson: If you would like to donate to help cover the cost for a student to participate in private music lessons, please select the number of lessons you would like to sponsor below and register like you would for any other class. We appreciate your contribution to helping all of our SLPHS music students experience every opportunity possible.

SLPHS and SLP Community Ed are proud to partner in the support of private music lessons. Lessons are $30 per half an hour, offered by month in a "pack" of lessons payable in one fee. All lessons will be held in the SLPHS Music Suite. Financial support is available for students who qualify for Educational Benefits. Donate a Lesson Here Saxophone/Clarinet Lessons: Instructor: Kristi Tharp Kristi Tharp holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD. She was a public-school band director in Sioux Falls before moving to the Twin Cities, where she has been teaching private lessons for 25 years. Kristi enjoys teaching all levels of musicians, customizing the lesson to the student through practical methods and different musical genres. While learning the intricacies of playing an instrument, and interpreting written music, Kristi focuses on the joy of playing and the fulfillment of achieving progress. Many of her students have been members of Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphony, Minnesota Youth Symphony, Minnesota All-State Band, and various honor bands. Schedule: Please select which open lesson schedule you would like. If there are conflicts due to illness, other band commitments, etc. please work with Kristi Tharp/Ross Wolf on schedule adjustments after registering. Refunds will not be given for missed lessons at this time, so please work with the instructor to reschedule another lesson. Teachers are not obligated to reschedule a lesson that is canceled by the student within a 24-hour window.

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. To enroll: Select the course you would like to sign up for. Complete the enrollment questionnaire. Click on the shopping cart in the upper right corner of the screen. Although this is a free program, you will need to complete check out. You will receive a confirmation email once it is complete. Tuesdays 4/21, 4/28, 5/5: Artist Discovery Dive into the world of these famous artists: Claude Monet, Frida Kahlo, Andy Warhol, and Georgia O’Keeffe. Learn about their journey to becoming a successful artist, and recreate some of their iconic work! Scrapbooking Learn Scrapbooking basics and design techniques! All students will receive a small book to fill with their creations. Students will use patterned paper, stickers, fun scissor shapes, and other materials to create a unique layout. Thursdays 4/23, 4/30, 5/7: Spring in Bloom Welcome Spring back to Minnesota and learn new skills to embrace the season. In this class, students will learn how to plant seeds in soil, create bird feeders, make outdoor decorations, and more! Air-Dry Clay Animals with Hats! -Rum River Art Center Create a cute animal or creature with its very own hat using air-dry clay! Students will choose an animal, pet, or mythical creature they love and bring it to life using air-dry clay - complete with a stylish hat for it to wear! In the first week, students will draw their idea for an animal and matching hat on paper using colored pencils. In the next two weeks, students will use clay to craft their animal and its unique hat. Sports Sampler -Dash Sports Try out a variety of sports and games with DASH Sports! Week 1: Soccer Skills, Week 2: Flag Football, Week 3: Physical. Ed Games 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.

Engineering/STEM Club brings fun, hands-on lessons every week to introduce engineering concepts at a young age. Foreach lesson, students focus on developing 21st Century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork. These life skills give students the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed in almost anything! Week 1 Mechanical Engineering Mini Trampoline Week 2 Marine Engineering Self-Propelled Boat Week 3 Mechanical Engineering Straw Grabber Week 4 Electrical Engineering Constellation Projector

Step into Smash Factory: Build & Wreck, where creativity meets chaos! Young engineers will design mini wrecking balls, catapults, slingshots, and wrecking cars—and then test their creations in a safe, hands-on way. Through building, breaking, and problem-solving, campers explore teamwork, the Engineering Design Process, and the thrill of seeing their ideas in action. Hard hats on, goggles ready—let’s build, wreck, and discover the fun of engineering!

Science and imagination collide in this popular camp! Kids will design and build their own toys and trinkets, using hands-on activities to uncover exciting scientific theories. From experimenting with mechanic and motion, to exploring concepts like balance, energy, and structure, every project blends curiosity, creativity, and education. Watch young minds light up as they bring their ideas to life! Get ready for a whirlwind of fun, inspiration, and hands-on discovery! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.