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Starting SoonRepublic of Korea (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)4Kicks Family Taekwondo (Ages 4-7)Recreation & SportsTaekwondo 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. This is an introductory course for students new to Taekwondo. Students who wish to continue Taekwondo lessons after completing this course should contact 4Kicks Family Taekwondo for further information. One adult may attend and participate with the child at no extra charge. Classes are held at 4Kicks Taekwondo, 4915 Hwy 52 NW, Frontage Road, on the north side of the Slumberland building. Driveway entrance is between Slumberland and State Farm and the door is between the Detour Athletics door and the Slumberland pick-up door.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Adelina Horn (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)4Kicks Family Taekwondo (Ages 8 & Up)Recreation & SportsTaekwondo 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. This class includes training in bully prevention, advanced self-defense, use of nunchuk, escrima, board breaks, and other advanced concepts. 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. The driveway entrance is between Slumberland and State Farm.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Starting SoonAdvantage ACT Test Preparation (Gr. 10-12)Career & College PrepAdvantage Educational Programs provide an introduction to the ACT format and strategies for answering questions as well as instruction for the specific subject areas to be tested. This course is designed for students who wish to improve their test-taking skills and overall score on the ACT college entrance exam. This course is intended primarily for students in 10th through 12th grade, however, students in other grades may still register. Focal points of the program include: diagnostic testing, science reasoning, intensive mathematical review, reasoning comprehension improvement, concentration improvement, overcoming test anxiety, and time management. Please bring notebook paper, pencils, calculator, and a small 3-ring binder or folder.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Advantage ACT Test Preparation (Gr. 10-12) Self-Paced Online CourseCareer & College PrepThe Online ACT Prep Course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-person classes or for students who prefer to prepare for the ACT exam at their own desired pace. Pre-recorded slides and videos from Advantage instructors guide students through strategies, techniques, drills, and intensive subject matter reviews that help increase scores on the ACT. Once enrolled, students will be sent an access code for their class via email. This code will allow them to access course material anytime. Students may also repeat this course at no extra charge. Please use your Google email account as the primary email address when registering. Participants will receive more information regarding class access in their course registration confirmation.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Advantage ACT Test Preparation Virtual Online Course (Gr. 10-12)Career & College PrepAdvantage Educational Programs provide an introduction to the ACT format and strategies for answering questions as well as instruction for the specific subject areas to be tested. This course is designed for students who wish to improve their test-taking skills and overall score on the ACT college entrance exam. This course is intended primarily for students in 10th through 12th grade, however, students in other grades may still register. Focal points of the program include: diagnostic testing, science reasoning, intensive mathematical review, reasoning comprehension improvement, concentration improvement, overcoming test anxiety, and time management. This virtual classroom meets one day each week for four weeks and is taught live, via Zoom by an Advantage instructor who provides instruction and interaction with the students. Internet connection and access to a computer or laptop is required. Class recordings are available for students who need to make up a class.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Application for Middle School ScholarshipsMiddle School After-School Activities & SportsScholarships Available Families with financial need can request that the fee be waived for after-school activities at Dakota, John Adams, Kellogg, and Willow Creek Middle Schools. Families may or may not be awarded financial assistance based on eligibility or availability of funds. Click the "Enroll Now" button on this page for more information. We are 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Dakota, John Adams, Kellogg and Willow Creek are grateful for the support of our community in providing high quality programs outside of school hours. This program is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) using federal funding, CFDA84.287, 21st Century Community Learning Centers. This program does not necessarily represent the policy of the federal Department of Education or MDE and you should not assume endorsement by the federal or state government.2022-2023 Middle School
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Arduino Microcontroller Basics Gr. 5-8STEAM (Technology)Are you interested in coding but aren't sure where to start? Join instructor Adam McCaleb as we navigate the basics of the Arduino Microcontroller. Students will learn some basic commands to get started on their own coding journey.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Karen CATTOIRE (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Art and Emotions (Gr. K-2)Arts & CraftsJoin Emily Tedford as we explore art techniques and color to support emotional well-being and make a strong connection to your inner world, while having fun building artistic skills.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Starting SoonPip Glanville (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Artist's Escape (Gr. 1-5)Arts & CraftsDo you love to draw and paint? Artist’s Escape is designed for student artists of every level. Whether a beginner or advanced, join us as we learn different steps and techniques you can use to improve your artistic skills. Each session will feature a different lesson. Lessons include painting, 3-D art, sculpture, and more. Increase your fine-motor coordination, self-esteem, and creative confidence in the Artist’s Escape!2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Pip Glanville (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Arts and Crafts Studio (Gr. K-5)Arts & CraftsIf you love to be creative and explore making projects and learning new skills, you'll love the arts and crafts studio! Each session will feature different art and craft projects that will allow young artists and crafts people to use their imagination and creative expression!2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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frankieleon (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Bonkers for Batman (Gr. K-3)Arts & CraftsNa-na na-na na-na na-na- Batman! Are you a fan of Gotham's caped crusader? Join us for a fun filled morning of all things Batman to celebrate the May 1st holiday: Batman Day. Costumes are encouraged!2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Building Block Fish Bowl (Gr. 1-5)STEAM (Engineering & Math)Just keep swimming! In this one-time class you will be learning how to build your very own LEGO® fish along with creating its home in a waterless tank. After, you'll be able to create whatever your imagination can come up with to show off to parents. Only a LEGO® fish and waterless tank will be going home.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Greta Ferrari (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)CABS: Child & Babysitting Safety (Gr. 4-8)Health & SafetyThe Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute provides everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content, and the colorful magazine format of the student book makes learning fun. From getting started with your business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Claire (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Chess (Gr. 1-5)Brain BoostersThe game of chess is one of the oldest and most popular board games in the world! Chess helps develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, concentration, memory, attention span, patience, and sportsmanship. Students will learn basic principles and strategies of how to open a chess game, how to conduct the middlegame, and how to win (or avoid losing) in the endgame. Many other basic to advanced level tactics are also taught. This class is for beginners and advanced players.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Code Championship Tournament | Virtual Computer Coding Competition (Gr. 3-9)STEAM (Technology)Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! Whether this is your first Code Championship event, or if you've been competing for years, this is the perfect way to explore the competitive coding world of Code Championship. No previous coding experience necessary. The Spring 2022 Code Championship Series is a series of six tournaments in six weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament. For more information visit: https://www.codechampionship.com/gallery/2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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PopularTim Pierce (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Create It! Planter (Gr. K-5)Arts & CraftsCome spend the afternoon creating things! Using air dry clay, we will be making a small planter perfect for cacti! You'll be able to add your own style using paint.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Martin Cathrae (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Create it! Bowls (Gr. K-5)Arts & CraftsCome spend the morning creating three nesting bowls for your room! Using air dry clay we will be making three small nesting bowls perfect size for all of your knickknacks. You'll be able to add your own style to each bowl using paint.2023 Winter/Spring Youth
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Starting SoonDakota Art Club (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsWe will be working on using our creative skills to beautify Dakota and our community! Students will get to use a variety of different materials and use their collective creativity to create artwork that will be shown in a variety of places throughout the school and the city of Rochester.2022-2023 Middle School
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Dakota Book Club (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsStarting SoonCome after school to enjoy some time to read and discuss your favorite books with your peers. Hosting in the library with the opportunity to either read in a group or on your own. Looking for a new book or series to get into? Let your instructor guide you towards worlds you have yet to uncover.2022-2023 Middle School
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Starting SoonPedro Alamo (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Dakota Chess Club (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsChess club gives students an opportunity to play friendly games of chess against their peers in a low-stress environment, as well as learning new strategies to improve their own game. Students of all levels are welcome to come. Financial Assistance Families with financial need can request that the fee be waived for Community Education activities. Request financial assistance here. Please note that you may or may not be awarded financial assistance for this activity based on eligibility or availability of funds. Community Education will contact you if you are awarded financial assistance. Please contact our Youth Enrichment Coordinator, Josh Halverson, with any questions. johalverson@rochesterschools.org 507-328-4053 Save Your Place in Line If our online registration website prompts you to join a waitlist, please still register for the activity! There are often openings available. We may need extra time to communicate with instructors and students. There is no charge for being on the waitlist.2022-2023 Middle School
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WaitlistDakota Cooking Skills: 5 Essentials (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & Sports5 Days. 5 Essentials. 5 Recipes. Prepare to experience the SLICE! Learning Kitchen at Dakota Middle School. Mr. V, our 7th grade counselor, is a dedicated foodie and one of the culinary greats at our school. In his cooking class, he will teach you what he considers to be the 5 essential skills that every Dakota student should know. By the end of this experience, you will be able to make simple dishes for yourself and your family. 1. How to cut an onion - French Onion Soup 2. How to cook pasta - Pasta Napolitana (basic tomato sauce) 3. How to cook rice/Mise-en-place - Stir-Fry 4. How to make an omelet - Basic cheese omelet with a few simple fillings 5. How to brown ground beef - Basic chili recipe How Can We Help You? It may be possible to substitute certain ingredients. It is important to share any dietary restrictions with Community Education immediately after you register. Go to https://acc.reg.eleyo.com/, press "Edit", complete the "Special Needs" field, and press "Update Person" at the bottom of the page. Safety Students will be responsible for everyday cooking tasks involving minimal risk of injury. Just like during the school day, students are expected to follow the instructions of their teacher safely, respectably, and responsibly. What's Next? What cooking classes do you want to be offered at Dakota in the future? Do you know someone who might be interested in teaching a youth cooking class? Contact Josh Halverson, Community Education's Middle School Enrichment coordinator at johalverson@rochesterschools.org. Financial Assistance Families with financial need can request that the fee be waived for Community Education activities. Request financial assistance here. Please note that you may or may not be awarded financial assistance for this activity based on eligibility or availability of funds. Community Education will contact you if you are awarded financial assistance. Please contact our Youth Enrichment Coordinator, Josh Halverson, with any questions. johalverson@rochesterschools.org 507-328-4053 Save Your Place in Line If our online registration website prompts you to join a waitlist, please still register for the activity! There are often openings available. We may need extra time to communicate with instructors and students. There is no charge for being on the waitlist.2022-2023 Middle School
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Starting SoonDakota Game Design Club (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsCreate New Games and Play with Your Friends Students will invent a game of their own, learning how to prototype game components, clearly communicate rules, and seek constructive feedback. This is a hands-on, creative process that showcases skills used by professional product designers. Our focus this fall will be on designing tabletop board games, card games, and role-playing games. These types of games tend to be social and are a great way to make friends at the start of the school year. We encourage video game enthusiasts to attend this club and help us plan for video game design lessons later this year. Game On! Of course, designers need inspiration. Students will have time to play games with friends including popular board games and Magic: the Gathering. We will give you free gaming supplies and teach you how to play! Local Sponsor Dakota Game Design Club is supported by a partnership with MagiKids, a local non-profit organization that donates gaming supplies to youth-serving organizations. Learn more at magikids.org. Save Your Place in Line If our online registration website prompts you to join a waitlist, please still register for the activity! There are often openings available. We may need extra time to communicate with instructors and students. There is no charge for being on the waitlist.2022-2023 Middle School
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Dakota Homework Help (Gr. 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsStarting SoonStop in and work on homework in a quiet space. Ask lots of questions, and we will help you figure it out.2022-2023 Middle School
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Starting SoonDakota Improv Theater Club (Gr 6-8)Middle School After-School Activities & SportsPerform skits, write scripts, and laugh with friends. This is an introduction to acting for students of all experience levels. Financial Assistance Families with financial need can request that the fee be waived for Community Education activities. Request financial assistance here. Please note that you may or may not be awarded financial assistance for this activity based on eligibility or availability of funds. Community Education will contact you if you are awarded financial assistance. Please contact our Youth Enrichment Coordinator, Josh Halverson, with any questions. johalverson@rochesterschools.org 507-328-4053 Save Your Place in Line If our online registration website prompts you to join a waitlist, please still register for the activity! There are often openings available. We may need extra time to communicate with instructors and students. There is no charge for being on the waitlist.2022-2023 Middle School