Community Education - Rochester, Minnesota

Certain stories carry on from generation to generation and earn the designation "timeless" for good reason. Beauty and the Beast is one such story. Disney's Beauty and the Beast has been charming Broadway audiences for more than 10 years, and every year a whole new generation discovers the magic behind the castle walls. Brilliantly adapted from the Academy Award-winning animated film, this much-loved spectacle has thrilled more than 20 million people worldwide with show-stopping musical numbers, astonishing sets, lavish costumes and never-before-seen magic and special effects. In Beauty and the Beast, Belle, a young woman in a small, provincial town, meets the Beast, in reality a young prince whose lack of compassion has trapped him in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and to be loved, the spell will be broken and he will be transformed back to his former self. But time is running out, and if the Beast does not learn his lesson, he will be doomed for all eternity.Be our guest for a storybook theatrical experience your whole family will love! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. 9650.231, Thu, Aug 14 * Fee includes coach transportation and main floor theatre ticket (section MF3, rows L-P). * 11 AM Depart John Marshall High School Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Jun 1 * Fee: $109 9550.232, Sat, Aug 16 * Fee includes coach transportation and main floor theatre ticket (sections MF3, MF4, rows CC-FF). * 12 PM Depart John Marshall High School Parking Lot * 6:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Jun 1 * Fee: $139

On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. The true story of the small town that welcomed the world, Broadway’s "Come From Away" has won Best Musical all across North America! The show takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran tight, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by 2017 Tony®-winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers, “It takes you to a place you never want to leave!” Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. * Fee includes coach transportation and theatre ticket (Mezzanine). * 12 PM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Jan 5 * Fee: $135

ON THE ROAD AGAIN: Three Decades of Classic Country Music ON THE ROAD AGAIN returns to Sidekick Theatre with another memorable concert filled with your favorite country music from decades past. Get ready for some fantastic fiddling and even more lush harmonies! Featuring the music of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings. This is one Sidekick concert you won’t want to miss! * Fee includes coach bus transportation, lunch (BBQ Chicken Breast, Beer Cheese Mac, Southern Style Green Beans, Homemade Coleslaw, Buttermilk Biscuit w/ Honey Butter, Assorted Dessert - Chef’s Choice, Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Hot Tea) and theatre ticket. * 10 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Jan 17 * Fee: $105

In this class, children and parents will spend time playing, creating, and exploring together each week. Parents will then transition gradually to parent time while children continue to play and learn in the Early Childhood room with our Early Childhood experts. During parent time, parents will discuss development, temperament, parenting strategies, discipline, and a wide variety of parent selected topics. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.

Your energetic little one is growing and trying new things, so establishing routines and being consistent is very important. As your child learns through play and social interactions, you will discuss parenting techniques that help you appreciate the "little things" in your life. Open registration begins in the fall, followed by priority registration for our winter and spring sessions, allowing the group participants to remain together for the entire school year. New participants are welcome to register if space permits. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.

Playing, learning, and discovering are the current priorities as your toddler transitions to a preschooler. Explore a variety of skills that can help you nurture and guide your child through these early years. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care available.

What strengthens a bond between a parent and child more than playing and learning together? Come and gain knowledge of child growth and development, temperament styles, and discipline techniques. Learn ways to strengthen your relationship with your child to make learning fun and discipline easier. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care is available.

Summer of Service is a service-learning summer program for youth entering grades 5-10. During each two-week session, students will work in teams to perform service projects in our community, witness the missions of local organizations firsthand, and reflect on how their personal talents can be used in service to others. Fridays are designated for Fun Friday activities where we will celebrate our work! Join SOS for two weeks of fun today! We recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of SOS, and we can't wait to continue our mission: “The main reason to begin a Summer of Service program in our community is to show youth that our community values them and challenges them to contribute through service…This Summer of Service program will give our youth the skills and tools necessary to help our community, at the same time allowing them to develop through a structured program.” -Proposal for SOS in 1997 SOS Sessions (Monday-Friday) Session 1: June 16-20, 23-27. No SOS on June 19 Session 2: July 7-11, July 14-20 Session 3: July 21-25, July 28-August 1 Students are welcome to register for multiple two-week sessions. Similar service projects may be repeated between sessions. Location Summer of Service will be based at Willow Creek Middle School this year. Students will be dropped off and picked up there. Buses will transport students to and from project sites. Drop-off and Pick-up Supervision and building access will not be available for students before and after the program. We kindly ask all parents/guardians to respect these times to ensure the safety and well-being of our students. Drop-Off: 7:30-8:00 AM Students may NOT be dropped off prior to 7:30 AM. Pick-Up: 3:30-4:00 PM All students MUST be picked up promptly before 4:00 PM. T-Shirts You will see us all over town in our iconic tie-dye t-shirts. Participants must wear an SOS t-shirt each day. One t-shirt is included, and additional t-shirts can be purchased during registration. Returning participants may wear SOS t-shirts from previous years. Community Partners We are proud to serve non-profit organizations in Rochester and the surrounding area. We take buses to their locations, they teach us about their missions, and we help them with whatever projects they have planned for us. Ten students can get a lot done in just a few hours, and over the course of the summer, multiple teams of SOS students can leave a meaningful impact. These are a few of our partners from recent years: Camp Companion Channel One Family Promise Rochester Habitat for Humanity PossAbilities Seasons Hospice High School Students In previous years, the age range for SOS had encompassed grades 5-12. This year, we are tailoring the SOS experience so that high school students can take on new leadership responsibilities. Grades 9-10: Register here as an SOS participant. Part of your team's time together will be separate from younger students. Grades 11-12: By application only. A limited number of students entering grades 11-12 may assist staff in leading SOS activities. Please contact Josh Halverson (johalverson@rochesterschools.org) for more information. Medications Students must self-carry and self-administer all medications. Keep in Touch Please contact Rochester Community Education with any questions at RochesterCE@rochesterschools.org or 507-328-4000 Ext.1.

Taekwondo is a fun family activity and great for students of all ages! Under the instruction of Patricia Young with the American Taekwondo Association, students will improve their coordination, balance, strength, and agility while adults will benefit from improved memory, balance, and flexibility. One adult may attend and participate with the child at no extra charge. Classes are held at 4Kicks Family Taekwondo, 4915 Hwy 52 NW, West Frontage Road on the north side of the Slumberland building. Driveway entrance is between Slumberland and State Farm.

Taekwondo is a fun family activity and great for students of all ages! Under the instruction of Patricia Young with the American Taekwondo Association, students will improve their coordination, balance, strength, and agility while adults will benefit from improved memory, balance, and flexibility. Training for students ages 8 and up includes bully prevention, advanced self defense, the use of nunchucks, escrima, and board breaks, as well as other advanced concepts. Students may attend one or two nights per week for the same fee, ask at the first day of class for more information. One adult may attend and participate with the child at no extra charge. Classes are held at 4Kicks Family Taekwondo, 4915 Hwy 52 NW, West Frontage Road on the north side of the Slumberland building. Driveway entrance is between Slumberland and State Farm.

Indulge in a romantic evening of clay and creativity! Bring your partner for a memorable night of clay-filled fun and artistic expression. Our expert instructors will guide you through the pottery-making process, ensuring a fun and relaxed atmosphere throughout the evening. Unleash your creativity, bond with your loved one, and take home unique pottery pieces as a lasting memento of your muddy date night experience. Alcohol is only served to those 21+ with an ID.