Hastings Community Education Summer 2024

Table of Contents

ECFE................................Page 3

Preschool........................Page 4

School Age Care..............Page 5

Youth...............................Page 6

Adults............................Page 11

Senior Program.............Page 16

District Newsletter........Page 18

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Open your smartphone camera and scan the QR codes or visit www.hastingscommunityed.com and click the REGISTER button at the top right! Register early!

Class decisions are typically made one week in advance.

Classes fill quickly! Questions?

Prefer to register over the phone or in person?

Give us a call at 651-480-7670 or visit us at Tilden Community Center 310 River St.

Program Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance for classes is available for qualified Hastings families. Students receiving Educational Benefits have the option to select reduced pricing on select youth courses when registering online or by phone. Contact Jaci at 651-480-7673 or jhansey@isd200.org for more information.

Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class.

2024 Annual Notification

Hastings Public Schools – Health & Safety Dept

Hastings Public Schools places the Health & Safety of Students and Staff as a top priority. Part of that focus is managing the following programs: Asbestos, Indoor Air Quality, Lead in Water, Pesticide and Herbicide. If you would like to learn more about these programs, please visit the District website at: www.hastings.k12.mn.us Departments & Services / Facilities Health & Safety.

Hastings Public School District ISD #200

TITLE IX NOTIFICATION

Hastings Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities it operates and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. The District’s obligation not to discriminate in its education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the District’s Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, or both. The District’s Title IX Coordinator is:

Cathy Moen

Director of Human Resources

Hastings Public Schools

1000 West 11th Street

Hastings, MN 55033

(651) 480-7002

cmoen@isd200.org

A copy of the District’s Policy 522 (“Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, Title IX Grievance Procedure and Process) is available from the Title IX Coordinator and may be accessed online at: http://www.hastings.k12.mn.us/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?itemId=37771193.

ECFE Fall 2024

ECFE is a family education program unique to Minnesota. ECFE helps to support parents through community and early school connections, as well as provides ideas that support children’s growth and development from birth to kindergarten.

Classes held at Tilden Community Center

310 River St.

Fall Semester is Sept 9-Jan 31

NO CLASSES:

Sept 30; Oct 11, 14-18; Nov 28-29; Dec 2, 23-31; Jan 1, 20-21, & 27

ECFE Sliding Fee Scale

$90,000 +

$60,000-$89,999

$40,000-$59,999

$20,000-$39,999

$19,999 and lower

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Registration opens August 5th

Hourly Cost of Class $10.00 $9.00 $8.00 $7.00

$0.00

*Class fees shown based on highest income level. Multi-sibling discount available. No family will be turned away due to the inability to pay.

Mondays

8:45-10:15 AM | 1s & 2s Class | Sept 9-Jan 13 | $210* | 14 Sessions

This class is great for older ones and younger twos. You will have a variety of playful learning experiences to choose from as you interact with your child. Parents will have time to talk to other parents about a variety of parenting topics. Parents and children seperate gradually in this class.

10:30 AM-Noon | Birth-Five Class | Sept 9-Jan 13 | $210* | 14 Sessions

Looking for a family class to bring one or more children? Join other families in the classroom to experience a variety of activities and circle time designed to support your child’s development. Parents will have a seperated parenting discussion focused on support topics. If registering more than one child, please call us for special sibling pricing.

1:00-2:30 PM | Birth to Five | Sept 9-Jan 13 | $210* | 14 Sessions

This series will offer more nature-based experiences. In addition to our onsite classes, we will also be meeting offsite at various locations three times throughout the semester. Locations will be announced closer to the dates.

Tuesdays

11:00 AM-Noon | Open Gym | Nov 5-Jan 28 | $5/child or $10/party of 5+

Are you looking for some active playtime? We have reserved the gym so children can run, jump, work on large motor skills and get rid of the wiggles!

Fridays

9:00-10:30 AM | 2s & 3s Class | Sept 13-Jan 31 | $255* | 17 Sessions

Between two and three your child will gain many skills and abilities, one is greater control of their physical movement. Your child will have a variety of learning experiences to choose from. Parents will have time to talk to other parents about a variety of parenting topics. Parents and children seperate gradually in this class.

Preschool

Conducted at the Tilden Community Center, 310 River St.

Still time to register!

The Tilden Community Preschool Program provides a variety of experiences that contribute to the growth and development of the preschool child and serve as a foundation for later school experiences. These programs recognize that:

• Each child is a unique individual and develops at his or her own rate.

• Parents are a child’s first and most important teachers.

• Play is a child’s work and is seen as a productive avenue for learning.

• A group experience fosters independence, builds self-confidence, and develops self-identity outside of the child’s role in his or her family.

• Early literacy skills are the basis of success in reading.

Questions? 651-480-7670

Early Childhood Coordinator: Angie McGinnis amcginnis@isd200.org | 651-480-7678

Class Sizes : Max of 20.

Adult to student ratio is 1:10.

Staff: MN Department of Education licensed teachers and experienced classroom aides meet or exceed state requirements.

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2024-25 Preschool Class Options

Section 1

$165/mo. 2 mornings per week (Tue/Thu)

Classes start Sept. 10 9-11:30 AM

For children age 3 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 2

$165/mo. 2 afternoons per week (Tue/Thu)

Classes start Sept. 10 12:30-3 PM

For children age 3 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 3

$195/mo. 3 mornings per week (M/W/F)

Classes start Sept. 9 9:00-11:30 AM

For children age 3-4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 4

$195/mo. 3 afternoons per week (M/W/F)

Classes start Sept. 9 12:30-3 PM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 5

$195/mo. 3 mornings per week (Tue/W/Thu)

Classes start Sept. 10 9-11:30 AM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 6 $195/mo. 3 afternoons per week (Tue/W/Thu)

Classes start Sept. 10 12:30-3 PM

For children age 3-4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 7 $305/mo. 5 mornings per week (M-F)

Classes start Sept. 9 9-11:30 AM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 8 $305/mo. 5 afternoons per week (M-F)

Classes start Sept. 9 12:30-3 PM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Section 9 $825/mo. 5 full days per week (M-F)

Classes start Sept. 9 7 AM-4:45 PM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Before Care 7-9 AM

Class 9 AM-3 PM

After Care 3-4:45 PM

Section 10 $825/mo. 5 full days per week (M-F)

Classes start Sept. 9 7 AM-4:45 PM

For children age 4 by Sept 1, 2024.

Before Care 7-9 AM

Class 9 AM-3 PM

After Care 3-4:45 PM

Note: A non-refundable $50 registration and material fee will be required at registration

Youth Enrichment

At Ability 2

Believe we believe the sky is the limit when it comes to our loved ones! We offer a sports program for special needs children, with a goal of helping children feel confident with their athletic and teamworking skills. This camp is open to any child in grades K-4 on an IEP or 504 plan. Find more information about our mission at www.ability2believe.org

A2B Adaptive Summer Activity Camp (Entering Grades 1-5) with Ability 2 Believe

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 9:30-11:30 AM | 4 Sessions | McA | $100

CREATE

Garden Gnome Home (Grades 1+) with Renee Reinardy

Th May 9 | 3:30-5 PM | McA | $40

Th May 23 | 2:30-4 PM | Pine | $40

Nailed It! - Hawaii Challenge (Ages 5-12) with Kidcreate Studio

Tu June 11 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Little Gardeners Camp (Entering Grades 2+) with Renee Reinardy - 3 Sessions

W-F June 12-14 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $99

Reveal Candle Making (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

Tu June 18 | 4-5:30 PM | TCC | $60

Tie Dye Party (Ages 5-12) with Kidcreate Studio

Th June 20 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $58

New! Gelli Plate Printmaking (Ages 6+) with Caponi Art

Tu June 25 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

Introductory Drawing (Ages 5-12) with Kidcreate Studio

Th June 27 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Fashion Runway (Ages 5-12) with Young Rembrandts- 4 sessions

M-Th July 8-11 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $149

SAFETY ABILITY 2 BELIEVE

Sensational Slime (Ages 4-9) with Kidcreate Studio

M July 15 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $58

New! Favorite Apps & Games (Ages 5-12) with Young Rembrandts- 4 sessions

M-Th July 22-25 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $149

Squishy Squishmallows (Ages 4-9) with Kidcreate Studio

Th Aug 1 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $58

Your Room Rules! (Ages 5-12) with Kidcreate Studio

M Aug 5 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Camp CREATE (Entering Grades 2+) with Renee Reinardy- 3 sessions

T-Th Aug 6-8 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $99

Advanced Watercolor Techniques (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

F Aug 9 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Ocean Life (Ages 5-12) with Young Rembrandts- 4 sessions

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $149

Nature Journals: Basic Bookmaking (Ages 8+) with Caponi Art

Tu Aug 13 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

Art Academy (Ages 5-12) with Kidcreate Studio- 2 sessions

M-Tu Aug 19-20 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $107

Wearable Art Camp (Entering Grades 2+) with Renee Reinardy - 3 Sessions

W-F Aug 21-23 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $99

FOOD

Unicorn Cake Decorating Class (Entering Grades 3-5) with Diana Hirte

Th July 25 | 10 AM-12 PM | TCC | $36*

*Additional supply fee required the day of class

LANGUAGE

Spanish Summer Camp: ¡Vamos a Imaginar! “Let’s imagine!” – LIVE Virtual (Grades 1-5) with Futura Language Professions - 4 Sessions

M-Th June 10-13 | 4:15-5 PM | Online | $80

Advanced Drawing-Anime (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

F July 26 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

New! Anime Fashion (Ages 5-12) with Young Rembrandts- 4 sessions

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $149

Babysitting 101 (Ages 10+) with Emergency Outfitters

Tu July 23 | 8:30 AM-4 PM | TCC | $79

F.A.S.T. Kids-Staying Safe while Home Alone (Ages 7+) with Emergency Outfitters

W July 24 | 8:30 AM-12:30 PM | TCC | $67

Class Location Guide:

Conquer = Conquer Ninja Rosemount, 2500 158th Circle W. Ste 200

HMS = Hastings Middle School

McA = McAuliffe Elementary School

Pine = Pinecrest Elementary School

TCC = Tilden Community Center

Youth Enrichment

Science Fun & Games (Ages 5-12) with KidScientific

M June 10 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

New! 3D Printing: Harry Potter (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F June 14| 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $110

LEDs, Circuits & Conductivity (Ages 5-12) with KidScientific- 2 Sessions

M-Tu June 24-25 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $107

Multiplayer Minecraft: Survival Challenge (Grades 3-7) with Tech Academy

F June 28 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $95

Solar Cars, Robots and Machines (Grades K-6) with GoSolar! Kidz- 4 Sessions

M-Th July 8-11 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $175

Growing and Cooking with Sun (Grades K-6) with GoSolar! Kidz- 4 Sessions

M-Th July 8-11 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $175

Robotic Builders: Battlebots (Grades 1-5) with Tech Academy

F July 12 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $95

3D Printing: Jewelry Fabrication & Arts (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F July 19 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $110

New! Video Production: YouTube Shorts, IG Reels & Tik Tok (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F Aug 2 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $99

Solar Power your Drone (Grades K-6) with GoSolar! Kidz- 4 Sessions

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 9 AM-12 PM | TCC | $175

Solar Go Karts Race (Grades K-6) with GoSolar! Kidz- 4 Sessions

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 1-4 PM | TCC | $175

Extreme Robotics: Bionic Beasts (Grades 4-8) with Tech Academy

F Aug 16 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $95

Youth Recreation

CONQUER NINJA

Intro to Ninja-Conquer Ninja Rosemount (Ages 5-13)

Sa May 4-July 6 | 8 Sessions | 9-10 AM | Conquer | $199

Su May 5-July 7 | 8 Sessions | 9-10 AM | Conquer | $199

Sa July 13-Aug 31 | 8 Sessions | 9-10 AM | Conquer | $199

Su July 14-Sept 1 | 8 Sessions | 9-10 AM | Conquer | $199

(Skip May 18-19 and June 1-2)

Conquer Ninja Rec Team (Ages 6-10)

M May 6-July 1 | 8 Sessions | 5-6 PM | Conquer | $199

M May 6-July 1 | 8 Sessions | 6-7 PM | Conquer | $199

M July 8-Aug 26 | 8 Sessions | 5-6 PM | Conquer | $199

M July 8-Aug 26 | 8 Sessions | 6-7 PM | Conquer | $199 (Skip May 27)

Conquer Ninja Rec Team (Ages 8-13)

M May 6-July 1 | 8 Sessions | 7-8 PM | Conquer | $199

M July 8-Aug 26 | 8 Sessions | 7-8 PM | Conquer | $199 (Skip May 27)

Ninja Summer Camp (Ages 6-13)

M-Th Dates Vary | 4 Sessions | 9-11 AM | Conquer | $175

DASH SPORTS

T-Ball Camp (Grades K-2)

M-Th June 17-20 | 3 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $115 (skip June 19)

Baseball Camp (Grades 3-6)

M-Th June 17-20 | 3 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $115 (skip June 19)

T-Ball Tykes (Ages 2-4)

M-Th June 17-20 | 3 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $59

*parent participation required (skip June 19)

T-Ball Tykes (Ages 4-7)

M-Th June 17-20 | 3 Sessions | 5:15-6 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation encouraged (skip June 19)

Multi-Sport & Games Full Day Camp (Grades K-5)

M-W July 1-3 | 3 Sessions | 9 AM-4 PM | HMS | $179

M-Th Aug 19-22 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-4 PM | HMS | $239

Track & Field Camp (Grades K-2)

M-Th July 8-11 | 4 Sesions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Track & Field Camp (Grades 3-6)

M-Th July 8-11 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

Track & Field Tykes (Ages 2-4)

M-Th July 8-11 | 4 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation required

Track & Field Tykes (Ages 4-7)

M-Th July 8-11 | 3 Sessions | 5:15-6 PM | HMS | $79

*parent participation encouraged

Youth Recreation

DASH SPORTS

Jr. NBA Basketball Camp (Grades K-2)

M-Th July 22-25 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $164*

*Includes a custom jersey

Jr. NBA Basketball Camp (Grades 3-6)

M-Th July 22-25 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $164*

*Includes a custom jersey

Basketball Tykes (Ages 2-4)

M-Th July 22-25 | 4 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation required

Basketball Tykes (Ages 4-7)

M-Th July 22-25 | 4 Sessions | 5:15-6 PM | HMS | $79

*parent participation encouraged

Flag Football Camp (Grades K-2)

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Flag Football Camp (Grades 3-6)

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

Flag Football Tykes (Ages 3-6)

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 4 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation required

MLS GO Mini Soccer League (Grades K-2)

M-Th Aug 5-8 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $169*

*Includes jersey, shorts & socks

MLS GO Mini Soccer League (Grades 3-6)

M-Th Aug 5-8 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $169*

*Includes jersey, shorts & socks

Soccer Tykes (Ages 3-6)

M-Th Aug 5-8 | 4 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation required

Triple-Sport Camp (Grades K-2)

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Triple-Sport Camp (Grades 3-6)

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

Sports Sampler Tykes (Ages 3-6)

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 4 Sessions | 4:30-5 PM | HMS | $69

*parent participation required

SELF-DEFENSE

Safety & Self-Defense for Youth (Ages 8+) with Becky Danaher

M June 10 | 6-8 PM | HMS | $59

W July 31 | 6-8 PM | HMS | $59

SKYHAWKS

Pickleball (Ages 6-12)

M-Th June 24-27 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Flag Football Camp Fueled by USA Football (Ages 6-12)

M-Th June 24-27 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

Beginning Golf Camp (Ages 6-10)

M-Th July 15-18 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Volleyball Camp (Ages 6-12)

M-Th July 15-18 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

TENNIS

Our tennis programs are taught by USPTA tennis professional and varsity tennis coaches Marissa Welch and Alex Zuzek, along with other local, experienced coaches.

Summer Tennis (Ages 3-Grade 8) with Marissa Welch - 6 Sessions -$80*

*We have a discount available for siblings from the same family. Register with the grade you entering.

Session 1 Tu-F June 18-21 and Tu-Th June 25-27

Ages 3-5 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades K-1 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades 2-3 | 9:15-10:15 AM | HHS

Grades 4-5/6-8 | 10:15-11:15 AM | HHS (skip June 19)

Session 2 M-W July 1-3 and Tu-Th July 9-11

Ages 3-5 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades K-1 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades 2-3 | 9:15-10:15 AM | HHS

Grades 4-5/6-8 | 10:15-11:15 AM | HHS

Session 3 Tu-Th July 16-18 and July 23-25

Ages 3-5 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades K-1 | 8:30-9:15 AM | HHS

Grades 2-3 | 9:15-10:15 AM | HHS

Grades 4-5/6-8 | 10:15-11:15 AM | HHS

TGA

Golf (Ages 6-12)

M-Th Aug 5-8 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $185

Pickleball (Ages 6-12)

M-Th Aug 5-8 | 4 Sessions | 12:30-3:30 PM | HMS | $185

*Register for both TGA Camps and your student can pack a lunch and will be supervised in between camps

Tweens & Teens

BABYSITTING

Babysitting 101 (Ages 10+) with Emergency Outfitters

Tu July 23 | 8:30 AM-4 PM | TCC | $79

CREATE

Reveal Candle Making (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

Tu June 18 | 4-5:30 PM | TCC | $60

Reveal Candle Making (Ages 15+) with Kidcreate Studio

Tu June 18 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $60

New! Gelli Plate Printmaking (Ages 6+) with Caponi Art

Tu June 25 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

Advanced Drawing-Anime (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

F July 26 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Advanced Watercolor Techniques (Ages 9-14) with Kidcreate Studio

F Aug 9 | 9 AM-3 PM | TCC | $110

Nature Journals: Basic Bookmaking (Ages 8+) with Caponi Art

Tu Aug 13 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education (Ages 15+)

Two options available! Visit our website for more dates and details www.hastingscommunityed.com

In Person with HHS Teachers -10 sessions

M-F June 10-24| 8-11 AM | HHS (Skip June 19)

Online with Safeway -10 sessions

M-Th May 13-29 | 4-7 PM | Online

M-F June 14-28 | 9 AM-12 PM | Online

M-F July 29-Aug 9 | 9 AM-12 PM | Online

(Skip May 27)

FOOD

Beginning Cake Decorating (Ages 12+) with Diana Hirte

W July 24 | 10 AM-12 PM | TCC | $36*

*Additional supply fee required the day of class

MUSIC

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13+) with Craig Coffman

Tu June 11 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Online | $69

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13+) with Craig Coffman

W June 12 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Online | $69

RECREATION

Soccer with Skyhawks (Ages 13-14)

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Basketball with Skyhawks (Ages 13-14)

M-Th July 29-Aug 1 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

Flag Football with Skyhawks (Ages 13-14)

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 4 Sessions | 9 AM-12 PM | HMS | $129

Baseball with Skyhawks (Ages 13-14)

M-Th Aug 12-15 | 4 Sessions | 1-4 PM | HMS | $129

TECH

New! 3D Printing: Harry Potter (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F June 14| 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $110

Multiplayer Minecraft: Survival Challenge (Grades 3-7) with Tech Academy

F June 28 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $95

3D Printing: Jewelry Fabrication & Arts (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F July 19 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $110

New! Video Production: YouTube Shorts, IG Reels & Tik Tok (Grades 2-6) with Tech Academy

F Aug 2 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $99

Extreme Robotics: Bionic Beasts (Grades 4-8) with Tech Academy

F Aug 16 | 9 AM-2 PM | TCC | $95

HMS Students - Good news! We received allocations from United Way of Hastings for after school programming. Look for these opportunities in Fall 2024!

Register Early!

Course Decisions are made one week in advance, if not sooner!

Class Location Guide:

HHS = Hastings High School

HMS = Hastings Middle School TCC = Tilden Community Center

2024 Dates:

June 18, 20, 25-27; July 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 30-31;

August 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 from 11:30am-2pm

Find more information and the waiver at https://hastingscommunityed.com/k-12/summer-options/

Adult Enrichment

FINANCE AND PLANNING CAREER DEVELOPMENT

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS Certification with Denise Vitzthum

Sa May 11 | 9 AM-12 PM | HHS | $95

Sa June 8 | 9 AM-12 PM | HHS | $95

CREATE

New! Fused Glass Charcuterie/Serving Platter & Condiment Dish with Theresa Charpentier

W May 8 | 5:30-8:30 PM | Quaint | Starts at $95

Glass Mosaic Birdhouse with Renee Reinardy

Th May 9 | 6-8 PM | TCC | $55

New! Fused Glass Coaster Set of 4 with Theresa Charpentier

Sa May 18 | 11 AM-1 PM | Quaint | $65

Mosaic Garden Art with Renee Reinardy

Th May 23 | 6-8 M | TCC | $55

Introduction to Mandala Dotting with Theresa Charpentier

Sa June 1 |10 AM-12 PM | Quaint | $45

Stamp-A-Stack with Roxie Nitti

Tu June 4 | 6-8:30 PM | TCC | $10*

Tu June 18 | 6-8:30 PM | TCC | $10*

Tu July 9 | 6-8:30 PM | TCC | $10*

Tu Aug 13 | 6-8:30 PM | TCC | $10*

*Additional supply fee required the day of class

Reveal Candle Making with Kidcreate Studio

Tu June 18 | 6-7:30 PM | TCC | $60

Writing for Online Blogs, Magazines & Websites with LeeAnne Krusemark

Tu July 9 | 4-6 PM | Online | $35

Using Amazon’s Kindle Direct to Self-Publish your Book for FREE with LeeAnne Krusemark

W July 10 | 4-5 PM | Online | $25

Fused Glass Large Plate or Bowl Making Art Class with Theresa Charpentier

Tu July 16 | 5:30-8 PM | Orange | $75

Everything You Want to Know about Medicare with Greg De Keuster

W May 15 | 6:30-8 PM | TCC | $15

So You’re Thinking About Leaving Minnesota, An Attorney’s Perspective on How to Do It with Steve Ledin

Th May 23 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $15

How to Retire from the Attorney’s Perspective with Steve Ledin

Tu June 18 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $15

Write Your Own Will with Kristin L. Davis

Tu June 25 | 6:30-8:45 PM | TCC | $65

Why You Can’t Always Trust Your Trust with Steve Ledin

Th July 11 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $15

Free Questions and Answers with a Minnesota Will and Trust Planning Attorney with Steve Ledin

W Aug 21 | 6:30-8 PM | TCC | $15

FOOD

Summer Snacks and Sippers with Kirsten Madaus

W May 15 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $28

Beginning Cake Decorating with Diana Hirte

W July 24 | 10 AM-12 PM | TCC | $36*

*Additional supply fee required the day of class

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Group Hypnosis: Weight Loss or to Stop Smoking/ Chewing Tobacco with Dr. Mary Fischer

W May 1 | 5:30-9 PM | TCC | $65/topic or $115 for Both

American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR & AED with Denise Vitzthum

Sa May 11 | 12-3 PM | HHS | $90

Sa June 8 | 12-3 PM | HHS | $90

Prioritization & Purpose Seminar with Becky Danaher

Th May 16 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $39

Sound Bath, Breathing and Relaxation Meditation with Theresa Charpentier

W May 29 | 6-8 PM | Pine | $25

W June 26 | 6-8 PM | TCC | $25

In-Home Organization Seminar with Becky Danaher

Th June 13 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $39

Adult Enrichment

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Plant Walk: Minnesota’s Natural Medicines with Lauren Patridge

Tu June 18 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Location TBA | $15

Herbal First Aid with Lauren Patridge

M July 15 | 6:30-8:30 PM | TCC | $20

Simplifying by Reducing Input Seminar with Becky Danaher

Th July 18 | 6:30-8 PM | Online | $39

Beginner’s Herbal Medicine Cabinet: Top Herbs to Have for Anyone and Everyone with Lauren Patridge

M Aug 19 | 6:30-8 PM | TCC | $15

LANGUAGE

Adult Spanish Conversation ~ ¡Vamos a charlar! Let’s chat! – LIVE VIRTUAL- 4 sessions with Futura Language Professionals

Tu June 4-25 | 6-7 PM | Online | $90

MUSIC

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People with Craig Coffman

Tu June 11 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Online | $69

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People with Craig Coffman

W June 12 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Online | $69

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Adult

Learn to Play Pickleball with Sue Rembleski - 4 sessions

Tu May 7-28 | 5:30-6:30 PM | TCC | $40

Tu May 7-28 | 6:30-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

Tu June 4-25 | 5:30-6:30 PM | TCC | $40

Tu June 3-25 | 6:30-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

Tu July 9-30 | 5:30-6:30 PM | TCC | $40

Tu July 9-30 | 6:30-7:30 PM | TCC | $40

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TECHNOLOGY

Social Media for Business with Nickie Welsh

Tu May 7 | 12-1 PM | Online | $25

Grow Your Business with Instagram with Nickie Welsh

Th May 9 | 12-1 PM | Online | $25

Photo Organization - Print & Digital with Kathy Povolny

W May 15 | 6:30-8 PM | TCC | $29

Canva for Awesome Beginners with Nickie Welsh

Th June 13 | 12-1 PM | Online | $25

New! Fantasy Football Class for Beginners with Matt Dodge

Tu Aug 6 | 5:30-7:30 PM | TCC | $25

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Class Location Guide: HMS = Hastings Middle School Lev = Levee Park - Rotary Pavilion, 20 Ramsey St. TCC = Tilden Community Center

Mini Tours

Mini Tours are open to all adults. All Mini Tours include luxury motor coach transportation. Bus departs and returns to the Hastings Walmart parking lot.

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Barn Quilts of Carver County

F May 31 | 7:45 AM-4 PM | $89

*Deadline to register is May 10

We are off to Waconia to explore Barn Quilts of Carver County MN. Made for barns, not beds, “barn quilts” are quilt patterns, drawn to scale and painted on wooden panels that are hung on exterior walls of historic barns. Measuring 8’x8’, they are impressive in size, appropriate for the front or side of a barn. We will also make a stop at a quilt shop. The included lunch will be a pizza and chicken buffet.

Fee includes: Transportation, lunch, tax, tip and tour.

Munsinger & Clemens Gardens in St. Cloud

Tu Aug 6 |7:30 AM-5 PM | $89

*Deadline to register is July 1

Visit the prestigious and nationally renowned Musinger and Clemens Gardens nestled along the shores of the Mississippi River in St. Cloud, MN. The Virgina Clemens Rose Garden features a series of gardens reminiscent of European gardens. Stroll among the beautiful colors and inhale the garden fragrances. This is a self-guided tour that will require some walking so wear comfortable footwear. Included is lunch at the Coyote Moon Grille overlooking the Territory Golf Club in St. Cloud. Menu includes Entree, popover, salad, side dish, beverage and dessert. After lunch, take a guided tour through the Stearns County History Museum.

Fee includes: Transportation, tours, lunch, tax and tip.

Stillwater Boat Trip

W Sept 18 | 9:45 AM-5 PM | $95

*Deadline to register is August 31

Join us for a boat cruise boarding from Stillwater Enjoy the scenes while you enjoy lunch. We will arrive back at the Pier at 1:30 plenty of time left to walk downtown Stillwater and explore the local shops.

Fee Includes: Transportation, lunch, tax, tip and cruise.

Bayfield & Apostle Island, Wisconsin Overnight

Tu-Th Sept 24-26 | $785/$970

*Deadline to register is August 5

DAY 1 - Travel to Ashland, WI for lunch at the Deep Water Grill. Continue to the marina in Bayfield and board the

Apostle Island Cruise. After the cruise, check into the Legendary Waters Resort. The resort is built on the shores of Lake Superior with an indoor swimming pool and fitness center. It is located adjacent to the casino. Then have dinner at Legendary Waters Resort.

DAY 2 - Take the Madeline Island Ferry from Bayfield to the picturesque town of LaPointe on Madeline Island. It is the largest of the Apostle Islands. Meet a local guide for a tour of the island. Have lunch at the Pub Restaurant and visit the Madeline Island Historical Museum. Return to Bayfield and visit the Bayfield Winery for a tasting. Dinner is at Legendary Waters Resort.

DAY 3 - Meet a step-on-guide and hear about the historic village of Bayfield and visit one of the apple orchards. Have a special Victorian luncheon at the Old Rittenhouse Inn amidst antiques and fireplaces. Fee includes:Transportation, lodging for 2 nights, attractions, 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners and gratuities for meals and attractions.

Fall Foliage & Amish Country Tour – Lanesboro

W Oct 9 | 7:30 AM-5:15 PM | $99

*Deadline to register is September 13

We are off to beautiful Lanesboro, MN and scenic Bluff Country of Southeast Minnesota. This is a fun and educational experience through the Amish countryside of Southeastern Minnesota. You’ll meet our Amish friends and explore their farms and shops where they make exquisite wood furniture, handmade quilts, baskets, leather goods and much more. We’ll also stop at an Amish bakery filled with fresh bread, pastries and treats. As we travel to each location, your guide will explain about the Amish culture and learn about the families we meet. After our tour we will enjoy a meal at the Pedal Pusher in Lanesboro and stop at Pepin Heights store for some apples and treats on our way home.

Fee includes: Transportation, lunch, tax, tip and tour.

White Christmas at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre

W Dec 11 | 10:30 AM-5 PM | $113

*Deadline to register is November 8

With a dazzling score featuring well known standards including Blue Skies, I Love a Piano, How Deep is the Ocean and the perennial title song White Christmas this is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.

Fee Includes: Transportation, lunch, tax, tip and show.

Senior Program

Senior Center Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 4 PM

Program Coordinator: Laurie Thrush

Email: lthrush@isd200.org

Phone: 651-480-7689

The Tilden Community Center Senior Program is open to everyone 50 years and better in the Hastings Area. Memberships are available to those who wish to take advantage of discounts, notary services, and to receive the monthly Senior Newsletter. 2024 membership is $12 for the year. Call 651-480-7689 for more information about registering. ** Any center member age 62+ can get into athletic events FREE with their membership card. (Must have an event sticker on your card.)

FUN ACTIVITIES

• Meals

• Movie & Popcorn

• Special Events

• BINGO

• Cards & Games

• Book Discussion

ARTS

• Playing with Art

• Scrapbooking

• Quilting

• Rug Hookers

• Woven Arts

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Pickleball

• Chair Massage

• Foot Care

• Foot Reflexology

• Live2B Healthy® Arithritus Foundation Exercise Program

• Mind Body Recovery

• Defensive Driving Program

Receive 10% off your automobile insurance. Sponsored by the MN Highway Safety Research Center. Please call 1-888-234-1294 for class registration. Classes held at Tilden.

• Equipment Loan Program

Borrow a wheelchair, walker, or bath seat on a short term basis.

• Health Care Counseling

Call 651-480-7689 for details.

• Senior Resource Directory

Stop by Tilden to pick up a FREE copy.

SERVICES FOR SENIORS SUPPORT GROUPS

• Caregiver Conversations - 12PM on the 1st & 3rd Tues of the month

• Grief Support Group - 6:30PM on the 4th Thurs of the month

• Parkinson’s Support Group - 2PM on the 3rd Wed of the month - Group will resume in April.

• Gone Too Soon- Child Loss Support - 6:30-8:30 PM on the 1st & 3rd Wed of the month

• Hastings Coffee Club - Social gathering for adults with memory loss & carepartner.

• Frontal Temporal Dementia (FTD) Support Group10AM on the 2nd Tues of the month

All of your questions answered under one roof! DOZENS OF VENDORS!

• Elder Law

• Financial Planning

• Home Care Services

• Real Estate Experts

• Recreational Opportunities

• Senior Living Options & More!

Message from the Superintendent

As noted in the March 17th Raider Update, the Hastings School Board recently adopted legislative priorities. I wanted to provide additional context for these priorities.

Continue to hold harmless on Compensatory Education funding

Compensatory funding is school funding based on free and reduced lunch (educational benefits) applications. With universal meals provided, the number of applications has significantly decreased, which would decrease our funding. The hold-harmless language was initially applied to ensure there weren’t significant changes, with meals provided at no charge. The continuation of hold-harmless language would continue funding at the levels prior to universal meals.

Fully fund unemployment and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

Effective May 28, 2023, all support professionals in MN are now eligible for unemployment during the summer months. Provisions were made to assist school districts with the increased costs associated with the law change; however, the additional support is temporary and will become the full responsibility of the district when the allocated dollars are exhausted. In addition, earned sick and safe time provides additional parameters for allowable leave.

Fully Fund the READ Act

The language from the 2023 session was historical as it addressed literacy. It is also three-pronged as it addresses teacher training, the employment of or contract with a literacy lead, and an approved curriculum.

1. Teacher Training: $16.7 million was appropriated to provide teachers with training on evidence-based reading instruction approved by MDE. Training is for all K-12 intervention teachers, pre-K-3 classroom teachers, special education teachers, curriculum directors, instructional support staff who provide reading instruction, and employees who select literacy instructional materials for a district. This training includes phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary development, reading fluency, reading comprehension, and culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy.

2. Districts are required to employ a literacy specialist to support the READ ACT by August 30, 2025.

3. Curriculum Opportunities:

Beginning July 1, 2023, $35 million has been allocated for districts purchasing new literacy curriculum. While the dedicated funds are historical, they do not meet the needs across our state.

Reduce or close cross-subsidies for Special Education and English Language programs

Minnesota districts are required to provide special education services for students, but they don’t receive enough state or federal funding to pay for it. Schools are pressed to use their general funds for special education, which often causes districts to cut programs or ask local homeowners for higher property taxes. Lawmakers call this funding gap the special education “cross-subsidy.” The 2023 session drastically increased subsidy dollars; however, the request for years has been to fully fund. The 23’ session brought the cross subsidy from 6.43% to 44%, which will increase to 50% in 2027.

No unfunded mandates and honor local control and managerial rights

The 2023 session was historic for many reasons. One was the unprecedented number of mandates not accompanied by additional funding.

Repeal the requirement for boards to negotiate e-learning days and class size

E-learning days were first introduced as a way for districts to continue students’ learning, albeit not in comparison to in-person instruction. Additional language and parameters are costly and may outweigh the benefits.

Increase student-centered learning opportunities by creating alternative pathways to graduation and allowing students to earn credit for learning wherever it occurs

Locally elected school boards are in the best position to work with their staff, students, parents, and communities to address local needs and challenges. This priority advocates for increasing student-centered learning opportunities by creating alternative pathways to graduation and allowing students to earn credit for learning wherever it occurs.

Minnesota Wild “Faceoff For Fitness” at Pinecrest Elementary

At Pinecrest Elementary, students enjoyed hosting a “Minnesota Wild Faceoff For Fitness” school assembly on Friday, March 8th. The assembly focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet and regular exercise. To wrap up the event, a friendly shoot-out competition took place with the Wild mascot, Nordy, guarding the goal. Two Pinecrest students, Beau Dyressen and Ayla Quiring, participated alongside former Wild player Stéphane Veilleux and former Minnesota Whitecap player Kali Funk. The students are thrilled to use the street hockey equipment donated to Pinecrest and receive a pack of Wild hockey cards containing fitness and nutrition tips. Go Wild!

Teaching Respect at McAuliffe Elementary Shapes Responsible Citizens

This past school year, our elementary schools have dedicated a position to support students’ emotional and behavioral understanding. Teaching and modeling respect to elementary kids is vital for their social and emotional development. By instilling values of respect early on, children learn to appreciate people's unique needs, understand how personal boundaries are different for each person, and communicate their needs effectively. Respect cultivates empathy, promoting kindness and cooperation among classmates. It fosters a positive classroom environment conducive to learning. Moreover, respecting people helps children navigate society with confidence and integrity. Through interactive activities, role modeling, and consistent reinforcement, our staff helps nurture respectful behaviors. Teaching compassion and respect lays the groundwork for building strong relationships, fostering teamwork, and preparing children to become responsible, empathetic citizens in their communities.

HHS Student-Athletes Recognized by Minnesota State High School League

In March, two HHS student-athletes received state-level recognition from the Minnesota State High School League. Senior Noah Quigley was honored as one of 32 “Triple A” award recipients. This Academics, Arts, and Athletics award recognizes high school seniors with distinguished accomplishments in all three areas. Junior Lukas Foss will be honored as one of 35 state recipients of the ExCEL Award. This Excellence in Community, Education, and Leadership award is a unique recognition program designed exclusively for high school juniors who are active in school activities, leaders in their schools, and who demonstrate a strong commitment to community service. Congratulations, Noah and Lukas!

Exploring the Love of Music Through Guitar Lessons at Kennedy Elementary

We believe in nurturing a love for music among our students, and what better way to do so than by exploring the world of guitar? This is the second year we have offered this additional after-school opportunity to our 4th-grade students. Students involved in the program are introduced to the basics of guitar, including the parts of a guitar, chords, tabs, and playing simple songs. They can build up skills such as switching chords, reading tabs, and playing with proper technique to work toward an informal performance. Students have additional opportunities to participate in music with their peers while pursuing that passion through new instruments that are not used by students in our daily music curriculum. Pinecrest and McAulliffe already had this experience this year, and it will soon be coming to Kennedy. We appreciate all the work our elementary music teachers, Lisa Poncelet, Jonah Conway, and Emma Auby, do to make this experience possible and for the support from Hastings Community Education.

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) provides special services, including evaluation and intervention, to children who demonstrate developmental delays from birth until kindergarten entrance. The ECSE team and parents will determine the appropriate evaluation measures to determine the child's skill level.

ECSE staff will provide services to eligible children from birth to 3 in a natural environment, such as home or daycare. To address each child's individual needs, a variety of classroom options will be provided for children over the age of 3. Services and program goals will be outlined in a written document developed by parents and ECSE staff.

Minnesota Department of Education's Read Act

Last spring, the Minnesota legislature passed the Read Act, a part of the monumental bill that allocated millions of dollars to go toward education in the state. The Read Act included parameters for districts to provide professional development to teachers around the Science of Reading, a research collection showing how kids explicitly learn to read. Hastings will be training our PreK-5th grade teachers, all reading interventionists, and the special services teachers in our district in the coming year. The Read Act also gave direction for the Department of Education to select research-based curriculums for elementary schools to adopt in the coming years. Hastings will select a curriculum from this list and begin implementing it next school year.

Buildings and Groups Improvements Planned for Summer

The buildings and grounds department is preparing for improvements in and around school facilities this summer. Here are a few highlights of the projects planned to be completed over the summer. The high school will receive new carpet in the commons and fine arts area, new tuckpointing on the exterior, new shower valves in the locker rooms, and new bleachers in the field house. The grounds around each site will be improved by adding irrigation, sodding, and replacing nearly 70 trees that have been affected by the emerald ash borer. The lining of the middle school pool will be resurfaced. New cameras will also be installed district-wide, and many interior and exterior doors will be replaced across four buildings.

Hastings High School Announces Two National Merit Finalists

Hastings High School is proud to announce that we have two National Merit Finalists this year. Congratulations to Michael Davis and Benjamin Thome on their selection for this prestigious designation. Both of these outstanding students are now eligible for consideration for National Merit Scholarship awards. According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, winners are chosen based on their abilities, skills, and accomplishments without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference. Scholarship recipients are the candidates judged to have the greatest potential for success in rigorous college studies and beyond.

Congratulations, Michael and Benjamin. Well deserved!!

Hastings Middle School Discovers the Power of Positive Impact

Hastings Middle School is digging deep into discovering the power of impact this school year. Students and staff are recognized monthly for their positive contributions to Hastings Middle School. Each student is learning about impact through our Raider Way programming as our student body discovers how WE have an impact on others. With a partnership with the City of Hastings, United Way, and Hastings Family Service, our 8th-grade students will serve our community by picking up trash and pulling weeds in various locations around our Hastings community.

Michael Davis Benjamin Thome

Second Annual Tournament during Rivertown Days 2024 Saturday, July 20, 2024

Look for more information to be released this Summer! Register at www.hastingsmn.gov