Litchfield Community Education & Recreation Winter.Spring 2021

LITCHFIELD COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION WINTER.SPRING 2021

Getting Together: Sharing, Growing & Learning 307 E 6th Street, Suite 110 ● Litchfield, MN 55355 (320) 693-2354 ● litchfieldcommunityed.com Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM A cooperative program of the City of Litchfield and Independent School District 465

Para ayuda con esta información en español llame a Jeff Garland (320) 593-7971.

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INTRODUCTION From the desk of Rebecca Pratt I’m counting our blessings today and, WOW, Fall was fun! We were able to do all of the things we had hoped for: soccer, cake decorating, art club, football, dance, adult volleyball, robotics, hockey, morning workouts, art & drama class, and ECFE classes too! Each week we wondered if there would be a change, and to be honest, we held our breaths hoping there wouldn’t be!

Our Mission

Litchfield Community Education and Recreation involves citizens of all ages in inclusive, affordable and accessible opportunities for learning, leadership and community involvement.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

There has been planning going on for the winter/spring and we wondered about doing a brochure knowing things could change. What you hold in your hand, the work of Janaye Prieve, is the answer to that decision.

Dragon Kids Club

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Preschool

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Early Childhood

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Poised and ready to go! That is what you will see in these pages. Activities poised and ready to go! Janaye stated our sentiments so well on the back page, we might need to change things around, and hopefully add some things but we are here and ready to do that! Please be watching our social media pages for any changes and additions.

Youth Activities

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Adult Activities

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Adult Basic Education

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Guía de Programas y Actividades

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Community Information

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As always, we are here. Call us at (320) 693-2354, check out our website at or visit our social media pages, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. As long as we are able, we will keep serving our community with quality enrichment and recreation opportunities. Always poised and Ready to Go!

Information & Policies

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Registration

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Building Key (HS) Litchfield High School 901 N Gilman Avenue (320) 693-2424 (WEB) Wagner Education Building 307 E 6th Street (320) 693-2354 Lake Ripley Elementary School 100 W Pleasure Drive (320) 693-2436 (MS) Litchfield Middle School 340 E 10th Street (320) 693-2441

COVID-19 INFORMATION Being that our world is ever changing in response to COVID-19, all Litchfield Community Education & Recreation activities are subject to change.

Decisions will be based on the guidelines put forth by the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League.

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Community Education and Recreation Advisory Council Members Beckie Simenson - Litchfield Public Schools Superintendent Dave Cziok - Litchfield City Administrator Sara Miller - City Council Representative Judy Hulterstrum - Chamber of Commerce Representative Jeff Garland - Co-Chair/Litchfield Area Ministerial Alison DeWolf - All Area Representative Sue Fenton - All Area Representative Dana Liestman - All Area Representative Amie Bergquist - LAMP Kinship Representative Loree Schultz - Co-Chair Cassidy Martin - Extension Representative Marcia Provencher - School Board Representative Sarah Ostvig - ECFE Parent Liaison Jen Carl - ABE Representative Rebecca Pratt - Director Janaye Prieve - Programs Coordinator & Dragon Kids Club Coordinator Emily Bratz - Office Manager/Facilities Coordinator Representative of the citizens of the school district, the Advisory Council meets regularly to help identify the educational, social and cultural needs for district residents of all ages. They welcome suggestions, ideas, questions and concerns. Meetings are open to the public. If you have ideas you would like to share, contact an Advisory Council member or Community Education.

Stay current with Community Ed happenings! ● Listen to the Community Education update on KLFD Radio 1410 AM & 95.9 FM at 11:50 AM every Tuesday. ● Read the bi-weekly Community Education column in Section B of the Litchfield Independent Review. ● Visit our website

Register online at litchfieldcommunityed.com or call us at (320) 693-2354

DRAGON KIDS CLUB

Dragon Kids Club is ISD #465 Community Education’s AFTERSCHOOL & SUMMER school-age childcare program for students grades K-5 (2020-2021 School Year) Dragon Kids Club offers a professional and caring staff, a variety of enrichment programs, engaging recreational choices including large motor activity, outdoor play, large and small group games and field trips.

Join us for some fun at Dragon Kids Club this school year!

2020-2021 DRAGON KIDS CLUB SCHOOL YEAR RATES Registration Fee

Contracted

One Child

$27.00

Family

$43.00

Drop In

SCHEDULE: August 31-May 28 Day: Hours:

Monday-Friday 6:30-8:00 AM (Morning) 3:00-6:00 PM (Afterschool) 6:30 AM-6:00 PM (Full Day) Location: Wagner Education Building Rooms 9 & 11

CLOSED DATES

December 24, 25 & 31 January 1 & May 31

School Year Rates Daily (3-4:30 PM) 1-4 Days

$6.50

Weekly (3-4:30 PM) Full Time 5 Days

$27.00

Daily (3-6 PM) 1-4 Days

$11.00

Weekly (3-6 PM) Full Time 5 Days

$43.00

For questions, call (320) 693-2354 or email litchcommed@isd465.org

$12.00

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: $12.00

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Arts & Crafts Games Outdoor Play

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Movie Days S.T.E.M. Projects & Much More!

Before School Care Daily (6:30-8:00 AM) 1-4 Days

$6.50

Weekly (6:30-8:00 AM) Full 5 Days

$27.00

$8.75

Non-Contracted Days 2 Hour Late Start

6:30-10:00 AM

N/A

$9.75

2 Hour Late Start

8:00-10:00 AM

N/A

$6.50

Full Non-School Day

N/A

$32.50

½ Non-School Day (5 hrs. or less) (Not available on trip days)

N/A

$17.25

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LITCHFIELD

PRESCHOOL

Litchfield Public Schools Preschool is an on-site, all early childhood service combined in the pre-k-grade 3 continuum with Lake Ripley School. We have early childhood licensed teachers and use curriculum and assessment tools approved by the Department of Education. We have beautiful facilities for learning that include a playground and gymnasium.

Pick up registration forms from Litchfield Community Education & Recreation starting January 4, 2021.

Completed forms must be accompanied by a registration fee payment to reserve a space for the 2021-22 school year.

Spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

2021-2022 PRESCHOOL To inquire about preschool openings, call the Litchfield Community Education & Recreation at (320) 693-2354 starting January 4, 2021.

Children must be at least 3½ years old on or before June 1, 2021 and must be fully potty-trained to participate. Scholarships are available to families who qualify for free and/or reduced lunch. Scholarships are given first-come, first-served.

Litchfield

Preschool

Litchfield

Preschool

Teresa Strowbridge - Teacher

Aimee Gabrielson - Teacher

Litchfield Preschool and EFCE programs are the proud recipients of a Parent Aware 4-Star Rating What is Parent Aware Rating?

Parent Aware Ratings are an important tool that Minnesota parents can use to find childcare and early learning providers in their area that use best practices to prepare their children for kindergarten.

What does a 4-Star mean?

To earn a 4-Star Rating, programs are excelling in the use of most best practices in preparing kids for kindergarten.

Where can I find more information?

To read more about Parent Aware in Minnesota go to parentawareratings.org

What if my child is under age three and I have concerns?

While all children grow and change at their own rate, you may have concerns that your child is developing differently than other children the same age.

If you have concerns, call 1-866-693-GROW (4769) Once a referral is made to the local early learning intervention program where you reside, you will be contacted to arrange a FREE screening to determine if your child is eligible for FREE, Help Me Grow, infant and toddler intervention services. This program is funded in part through the MN Department of Education and MN Department of Human Services.

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Register online at litchfieldcommunityed.com or call us at (320) 693-2354

EARLY CHILDHOOD ECFE WINTER.SPRING SESSION 2021

“Building Blocks for Family and School Success” Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is, a program for all Minnesota families with children from birth to kindergarten, offered through Minnesota public school districts.

Session I Tuesdays: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 16 Thursdays: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 & March 18

What’s the scoop on ECFE?  ECFE in Litchfield employs certified teachers and experienced support staff.  The Early Childhood Center is located in the Wagner Education Building 307 E 6th Street Litchfield, MN 55355  Programs are for families with children birth to pre-k.  All programs include a rich variety of experiences that promote the growth and development of young children.  All programs involve parents AND children. Research and experience shows that children whose parents are involved early in their education do better in school.  Parent discussion time allows parents to connect, develop relationships, gain support, and learn new parenting skills.  We partner with you to provide the best family education experience available.

Session II Tuesdays: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 & 18 Thursdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13 & 20

ECFE Fees:

For questions regarding ECFE call (320) 693-2354.

Early Childhood Screening 2020-2021 Litchfield Public Schools Early Childhood Screening is a service offered to families with children 3-5 years old. It is a chance to see if a child is achieving developmental milestones of early childhood.

During the screening process, early childhood staff along with the school nurse will check your child’s: - Health history & immunization records - Vision & hearing - Height, weight & growth - Large & small motor skills - Thinking, language & communication skills - Social & emotional development Screening is an opportunity to secure support for children who might need help in reaching those milestones. The district is required to offer screening for ALL children prior to entering kindergarten in the state of Minnesota.

If your child is on the school district census, they will be notified about screening close to age 3½ years.

For screening dates, call (320) 693-2354.

Litchfield Community Education & Recreation

New to ECFE? Your first session is FREE! Families will not be denied participation for any reason.

For more questions, call (320) 693-2354.

Baby Stop This class is for you and the brand new baby in your family. Join this class and learn about the new little wonder in your life. Registration is required, but join anytime!

Session I Tuesdays 1/26-3/16 (No 3/2 & 3/9) 10:30-11:30 AM WEB - Room 6 Free! A Community Collaboration #9100 Registration deadline: 1/19 Session II Tuesdays 4/6-5/18 10:30-11:30 AM WEB - Room 6 Free! A Community Collaboration #9100B Registration deadline: 3/30

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EARLY CHILDHOOD New to ECFE? Your first session is FREE!

Out and About Transition Discussion time for parents of children birth-gr. 3 This ECFE coffee clutch could be just what you need to gather with your friends and talk about the world of parenting. Families will come together for a brief time of free play with their child, followed by circle time.

After circle time, parents will engage in self-care and discussion.

Session I Tuesdays 1/26-3/16 (No 3/2 & 3/9) 3:30-4:30 PM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2115 Registration deadline: 1/19

Discussion time for parents of children ages birth -gr. 3 This ECFE coffee clutch could be just what you needed to gather with your friends and talk about the world of parenting. In this class, parents separate right after getting their children settled into the ECFE room for structured free play. Parents will join the parent educator for lively discussion.

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Have fun playing with your child, introducing them to a variety of learning experiences, and making new friends!

Families have the opportunity to explore art, music and movement, math, literacy, and science activities that have been prepared by our early childhood teacher. Families also enjoy participating in circle time activities together. During the last portion of class, parents and children separate to allow parents the opportunity to discuss pertinent topics with a parent discussion facilitator. Come and enjoy this time for you and your child!

Session I Tuesdays 1/26-3/16 (No 3/2 & 3/9) 5:30-6:30 PM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2113 Registration deadline: 1/19

Session II Tuesdays 4/6-5/18 5:30-6:30 PM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2113C Registration deadline: 3/30

Out and About Separated

Session II Thursdays 4/8-5/20 8:30-9:30 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2114B Registration deadline: 4/1

For children ages birth-pre k

Thursdays 1/28-3/18 (No 3/4 & 3/11) 10:30-11:30 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2113B Registration deadline: 1/21

Session II Tuesdays 4/6-5/18 3:30-4:30 PM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2115B Registration deadline: 3/30

Session I Thursdays 1/28-3/18 (No 3/4 & 3/11) 8:30-9:30 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2114 Registration deadline: 1/21

Family Affair

Thursdays 4/8-5/20 10:30-11:30 AM WEB - Rooms 3 & 6 Fee: $40.00 #2113D Registration deadline: 4/1

Photographs/Videotaping

By registering for Preschool or any ECFE activity you acknowledge for yourself or those you are registering that photographs and/or videotaping of participants may be taken. See page 14 for more information.

COVID-19 INFORMATION Being that our world is ever changing in response to COVID-19, all Litchfield Community Education & Recreation activities are subject to change.

Decisions will be based on the guidelines put forth by the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League.

Register online at litchfieldcommunityed.com or call us at (320) 693-2354

YOUTH ACTIVITIES Online Coding Ages 8-14

Online Guitar Ages 10-15

Beginner 1.0 - Students are given a Scratch速 account.

Share your code online with other Scratch kids, and they can keep it in their own account. Learn basic and intermediate coding techniques with Scratch速. Students are introduced to the vital field of coding. Learn how to use movement blocks, loops, control blocks, and other basic coding for animation.

Beginner 1.0 - Take up a brand new instrument and learn basic chords, notes, and maybe even some famous rock solos. Purchase the Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1.

Find it on amazon.com.

Youth Enrichment League

Youth Enrichment League

Scholarships

Tuesdays 1/12-3/2 available! See page 14 or call 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $91.00 (Only about $11/class!) (320) 693-2354 for #1011 Registration deadline: 1/5 more information!

Video Games 2.0 - Design, code, test, and share your very own video games using Scratch速. Students are introduced to the vital field of coding and learn how to use movement blocks, loops, control blocks, and other basic coding for use in designing their own video games.

Students will be given a Scratch速 user account. More details will be sent on how to join the class. Share your code online with other Scratch kids, and they can keep it in their own account.

Wednesdays 3/17-5/5 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $91.00 (Only about $11/class!) #1011B Registration deadline: 3/10

Online Magic Ages 7-11 Youth Enrichment League

Magic 1.0 - Amaze your family and friends with prestidigitation and legerdemain (magic tricks...that is). Students will use common household items (deck of cards, paper clips, pencils, etc.) to learn and perform magic tricks. Get ready to wreck the internet with awesome Instagram posts of your kiddo doing magic. Join the class where the focus is on hocus-pocus! NOTE: A full list of necessary items will be sent prior to the first class.

Tuesdays 1/12-2/2 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $51.00 (Only about $13/class!) #1013 Registration deadline: 1/5 Magic 2.0 - For students who have completed {YEL!} Magic 1.0. We will do new tricks and fine tune our presentation on all tricks. This class is getting great reviews and is Scholarships filling up fast. NOTE: A full list available! See of necessary items will be sent page 14 or call prior to the first class.

(320) 693-2354 for more Thursdays 3/18-4/8 information!

4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $51.00 (Only about $13/class!) #1013B Registration deadline: 3/11

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Tuesdays 1/12-3/2 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $131.00 (Only about $16/class!) #1012 Registration deadline: 1/5 Beginner 2.0 - Must have completed Beginner 1.0 Guitar.

Continue the musical journey learning more notes on the 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th strings; Scholarships more chord options and more songs. available! See Wednesdays 3/17-5/5 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $131.00 (Only about $16/class!) #1012B Registration deadline: 3/10

page 14 or call (320) 693-2354 for more information!

Online Chess Ages 6-12 Youth Enrichment League

Beginner 1.0 - Learn the game played by kings, queens, presidents, and laureates for centuries. Chess benefits student's focus, sportsmanship, problem solving, mental fortitude, and more. Co-hosted by National Chess Master and former state champion Nathan Hoover, YEL Online.

ChessKid.com and chess.com are used for lesson analysis.

Wednesdays 1/13-3/3 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $91.00 (Only about $11/class!) #1010 Registration deadline: 1/6

You are invited to participate in free online chess tournaments.

Beginner 2.0 - For students with a basic grasp of chess piece movement, capturing, check, and checkmate, but not ready for higher level lessons. We study tactics like pins, skewers, discovered and double checks, back rank mates and more. ChessKid.com and chess.com are used for lesson analysis.

Thursdays 3/18-5/6 4:15-5:15 PM Fee: $91.00 (Only about $11/class!) #1010B Registration deadline: 3/11

You are invited to participate in free online chess tournaments.

1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade Basketball Program Girls Basketball Coaches

Come learn the fundamentals of basketball with members of the high school teams being your weekly helpers!

Fundamentals emphasized will include: rules, passing and shooting. There will also be time to play 3-on-3, 4-on-4 and 5-on-5 games. All participants receive a free shirt!

Saturdays 1/16-2/20 Boys Grades 1-3 8:30-10:00 AM Girls Grades 1-3 10:15-11:45 AM Ripley Elementary Gym WINTER.SPRING 2021

FREE! No registration required!

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES Dancin’ Dragons Ages 3-Grade 6 Holly McGraw

Let’s Dance! Jazz, ballet and high kick skills will be taught using teamwork, rhythm and coordination while building self-esteem. Participants create a unique dance routine to showcase for family and friends at the end of the program.

Age 3 Preschool Ages 4 & 5 Gr. K-1 Gr. 2-3 Gr. 4-6

5:00-5:30 PM #1853 4:30-5:00 PM #1852 3:45-4:30 PM #1851 5:30-6:15 PM #1854 6:15-7:00 PM #1855

Dates TBD Mondays or Thursdays, March-April Ripley Gym Recital information TBD (May be virtual) Fee: $55.00 (includes t-shirt)

Dancers are divided into Mon. or Thurs. classes

Art & Drama Club Ages 6-12 (At least 1st Grade) Val Chellin

Take your imagination to the next level. Learn acting skills in pantomiming, dialogue, developing characters, facial and vocal expressions, and improvisation using “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”. Our spring art projects will be related to our creative dramatic lessons: designing, drawing, painting, cartooning and clay projects. As an added bonus, you will create Mother’s Day and Father’s Day projects for the special people in your life!

Registration deadline: 4/5 Mondays 4/12-5/17 3:30-4:30 PM WEB Room 12 Fee: $39.00 #3241

Cindy Rusch

Interested in learning how to sew but don't know how to get started? Cindy will teach you sewing terms, what supplies you need, how to read a pattern, wind a bobbin and thread your sewing machine. You will make a reversible market tote that will be the envy of all the other shoppers! See online registration for a list of supplies needed.

Saturday, January 23 8:00 AM-12:00 PM MS RM 136 Fee: $23.00 ($7.00 materials fee due at time of class) #0119 Registration deadline: 1/15

Fondant Cake Decorating All Ages Charity Ross

Put your cake decorating skills to the test as you turn a basic cake into something spectacular. Charity will guide you through basic fondant techniques, with creating a one of a kind cake as the end result. Each participant will get a double layer, 6” round cake, frosting, fondant, and tools to make a unique cake. Bring a cake taker, apron and turn table if you have them.

1:00-4:00 PM HS RM C-110 Fee: Adult & Child (1 Cake): $45.00 Adult: $45.00 Child (Ages 14+): $43.00 Mermaid Cake Saturday, February 6 #1127 Registration deadline: 1/29 Gone Fishing Cake Saturday, April 10 #1127B Registration deadline: 4/1

Don’t forget about our scholarships!

We receive donations from generous individuals and businesses in our community to provide scholarships for youth activities. The funds remain in place until all dollars are utilized. Scholarships are income eligibility based (same guidelines as Free and Reduced Lunch). See page 14 for scholarship information and or call us for more details (320) 693-2354!

We are always looking for new instructors and ideas, so feel free to contact the Community Education & Recreation office at (320) 693-2354 or email us at litchcommed@isd465.org.

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Beginner Sewing All Ages

Babysitting Clinic Ages 11-15

Denise Fransen - Kids of the Kingdom Childcare Babysitting can be a great way to earn extra money, but it is a huge responsibility. Learn the basics required to keep you, and the children you are responsible for, safe. Learn what parents expect, basic information about basic child development, accident prevention strategies, how to handle emergency situations, and basic child care skills.

Get on the waiting list! #0226

Register online at litchfieldcommunityed.com or call us at (320) 693-2354

YOUTH ACTIVITIES ASA Girls Fastpitch Softball 10U-18U

Snow Tubing Grades K+ Powder Ridge

Work on learning and improving softball skills while you play competitive fastpitch this summer! The season runs May through July with games being played against area communities. Practice dates and times are determined by the coaches. Participants must have their own transportation to and from games and practices. If you are not interested in competitive softball, keep an eye out for our summer recreation softball opportunity.

Registration deadline: 4/5

Snow tubing is the perfect activity for a fun-filled winter day! Stand with your tube and enjoy a leisurely ride to the top of the hill on the tube conveyor system. After tubing, you’ll warm up with activities and a special snack at the WEB! Participants need to bring a bag lunch and water bottle.

Game Schedule: Mon & Wed PM - June & July Practice Schedule: Dates & Times TBD 10U 12U 14U 16U 18U

Gr. 3 & 4 (‘20-21 school year) Gr. 5 & 6 (‘20-21 school year) Gr. 7 & 8 (‘20-21 school year) Gr. 9 & 10 (‘20-21 school year) Gr. 11 & 12 (‘20-21 school year)

#8500A #8500B #8500C #8500D #8500E

Join your child and register with them!

Ski & Snowboard Club Grades 4-12 Powder Ridge This club offers participants an opportunity to ski and snowboard as a group and develops their skills in these exhilarating sports. It also provides an outdoor recreation opportunity during the winter months. The club is open to all skill levels.

Fee: $125.00 (Includes $25.00 jersey deposit)

The jersey deposit is required upon registration. Deposits will be refunded at the end of the season when jerseys are returned.

Dates TBD 3:00-8:30 PM

Watts Up! Grades 1-3 Super Science

Is electricity a solid, liquid or a gas? The answer is shocking! Children will learn about what electricity is, electricity safety and how to make their own static electricity. We will investigate what materials conduct electricity and some may surprise you! The Super Scientist will ask students for help to build a circuit and understand how people control electricity for some many devices that we use every day. Finally, we'll talk about electricity storage: specifically how a battery works.

You will get a Zoom link in February as we get closer to the date of the workshop.

Thursday, February 25 6:00-6:45 PM Virtual Fee: $29.00 #2250 Registration deadline: 2/18

Drippin’ Dragons Grades 4-6

Fees (includes transportation): Lift Ticket Only - $185.00 Lift Ticket & Season Equipment Rental - $290.00 Lift Ticket, Season Equipment Rental & 3 Lessons (1 hour each) - $302.00 MS Parking Lot #0220C

GRASP Summer Enrichment Grades K-8 (2020-2021 School Year) This math and reading correspondence seeks to help students retain skills learned during the previous school year by providing review exercises.

Fee: $37.00/one subject $68.00/both math & reading #4728 Registration deadline: 4/26

COVID-19 INFORMATION

Swim Team Staff

Work on skills required to be a competitive swimmer.

Skills taught include: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. No previous competitive swimming experience necessary. Receive a free pair of goggles!

See online registration for more information.

Get on the waiting list!

Date TBD 9:00 AM-4:00 PM WEB Lobby Fee: $37.00 #0220

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Litchfield Community Education & Recreation

Being that our world is ever changing in response to COVID-19, all Litchfield Community Education & Recreation activities are subject to change.

Decisions will be based on the guidelines put forth by the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League.

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ADULT ACTIVITIES Heartsaver® CPR AED & First Aid

Heartsaver® courses are intended for anyone with little or no medical training who need a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g. OSHA), or other requirements.

These courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting.

Heartcode® Basic Life Support (BLS)

BLS CPR is the foundation for saving lives after cardiac arrest. This course teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings. It is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills.

Contact us for more information (320) 693-2354!

8-Hour Initial Course #1060 4-Hour Refresher Courses #1050 Take it online at AARP.org!

Jason Tibbits ● State Farm Insurance

Have a green thumb or want to try your hand at gardening? The Private Garden is the place for you! The gardens are plowed, tilled and marked according to the plot size you choose. In addition there are water spigots available for your gardening use. Call for more details or to reserve your plot (320) 693-2354.

Half Plot (20’ x 25’): $22.00 Full Plot (20’ x 50’): $40.00 Irregular Plot (20’ x 20’): $19.00

Terreno Privado de Jardinería ¿Tienes mano para las plantas o quieres probar si puedes plantar? ¡Entonces el Jardín Privado es el perfecto lugar para ti! Los jardines son arados, labrados y marcados de acuerdo con el tamaño de terreno que escoge. También hay llaves de agua para que usen mientras esta cultivando el jardín. Llame para mas detalles o para reservar su terreno al (320) 693-2354.

Mitad de Terreno (20' x 25'): $22.00 Mitad de Terreno (20' x 50'): $40.00 Terreno Irregular (20' x 20'): $19.00

Fees: AARP Members: $30.00 Non-Members: $35.00 All classes are held at

Wagner Education Building 307 E 6th Street Litchfield, MN

Adult Pickleball Try your hand at Pickleball! It is a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join us in trying out this fun, competitive sport! Game balls will be provided.

Bring your own paddle! No registration deadline.

Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays TBD 6:00-9:00 PM WEB Gym LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE! Fee: $30.00 #0502A

Adult Pickleball League Take your pickleball skills to the next level! League is a fun, competitive environment where you get the chance to play with fellow pickleball lovers. Game balls will be provided. Players must bring their own paddle!

Tuesdays TBD 6:00-8:30 PM WEB Gym Fee: $25.00 #0502B

Adult Volleyball League Get a team together and play volleyball this winter!

Team information needs to be received by the registration deadline. Regular games are played until March 3 with end of season playoffs March 10 & 17. All teams must provide a team name and team captain.

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First time participants must complete the 8-hour course.

The 4-hour course is for renewing your certificate. Topics covered include: common effects of aging and medications on driving, basic driving rules, the license renewal process, traffic hazards, adverse road conditions, energy savings, and accident prevention. Class entails video, lecture, and discussion. AARP is not currently holding courses in person, but get on a waiting list!

Refreshments provided by

Private Garden

Wednesdays TBD 6:30-10:00 PM MS Gym & Cafeteria/Gym Fee: $80.00/Team #1739

AARP Smart Driver Courses

Ring the Bell Fitness Natasha Koll

Affordable fitness for adults of all ability levels! This is for like minded individuals who want to take control of their health and fitness journey amongst a group who shares the same vision! You will be lead through an active stretch/laundry list, discuss workout options, demo movements to be used and assist as needed.

Get on the waiting list!

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Register online at litchfieldcommunityed.com or call us at (320) 693-2354

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION A l l c l a s s e s a n d i n s t r u c t i o n a r e F R E E ! START AT ANYTIME. REGISTERATION IS REQUIRED!! ¡Comienza en cualquier momento y trabaja a tu propio ritmo! ¡Los estudiantes pueden COMENZAR EN CUALQUIER MOMENTO, pero SE REQUIERE REGISTRARSE! GED Prep/Academics Do GED Prep, take practice tests or improve your academic skills in math, language arts, science and/or social studies. Participants can take pre-tests and be awarded a “Basic Computer Skills Certificate” that can provide credential for employment. Participants must be 17 years old to enroll in ABE and 19 years old to take the GED test (17-18 year olds may be able to take the GED test with a waiver). Find out more online at ged.com Preparación para GED/Académica Prepárese para tomar el GED, tomar exámenes de práctica o simplemente mejorar sus habilidades académicas en matemáticas, artes del lenguaje, ciencias y/o estudios sociales. Los participantes pueden tomar exámenes previos y se les otorgará un "Certificado de Habilidades Básicas de Computación" que puede proporcionar credenciales para el empleo. Los adultos deben tener 17 años para inscribirse en ABE y 19 años para tomar el examen de GED (los de 17 y 18 años podrían tomar el examen de GED con una exención). Obtenga más información en línea en ged.com

Where (Donde): Wagner Education Building (Edificio Educativo Wagner) 307 E 6th Street Litchfield, MN (320) 693-2354● litchfieldabe@gmail.com When (Cuando): Mondays (los lunes de ) 6:00-8:00 PM Instructors Jen Carl ● Mary Carlson

GED Testing (Examen de GED): Hutchinson (320) 234-8507 Life skills: math, reading, writing GED test prep ●Adult diploma Keyboarding skills ●English as a Second Language Become a U.S. Citizen: test prep Driver’s Education: test prep ●Computer classes ●Accuplacer prep ●Distance learning Minnesota Adult Competency Based Diploma College and career transition prep

Habilidades académicas: matemáticas, lectura, escritura ●Preparación para el examen GED ●Diploma de adulto Habilidades de teclado ●Inglés como segundo idioma ●Conviértete en ciudadano estadounidense: preparación para exámenes ciudadanos Educación del conductor: preparación de exámenes escritos ●Clases de computación ●Preparación para el examen Accuplacer Aprendizaje a distancia ●Diploma basado en la capacidad de adultos de Minnesota Preparación para la transición de la universidad y la carrera

GUIA DE PROGRAMAS Y ACTIVIDADES GRASP Programa de Mejoría en el Verano Grados K-8

Evaluación de Temprana Edad 2021

GRASP es diseñado para estudiantes completando grados K-8 para mantener sus habilidades durante el verano y para que se sientan más cómodos tomando exámenes anuales. Completa 9 lecciones en matemáticas, lectura, o ambos. Mande por correo las respuestas cada semana para corrección y recibir calificaciones. Los que completan por lo menos 7 lecciones con éxito recibirán un certificado, y los que completan 9 lecciones con éxito recibirán una medalla, los cuales serán entregados en la escuela.

Costo: $37.00/un tema $68.00/ambos matemáticas & lectura #4728 Registración termina: 4/26

1er, 2do, 3er Grado Programa de Básquetbol ¡Venga a aprender los fundamentos del básquetbol con miembros del equipo de la secundaria ayudándoles cada semana! Fundamentos enfatizados incluirán: reglas, pasando y tirando. También habrá tiempo para jugar juegos 3-contra-3, 4-contra-4 y 5-contra-5.

Sábados 1/16-2/20 Niños Grados 1-3 8:30-10:00 AM Niñas Grados 1-3 10:15-11:45 AM Gimnasio de la primaria de Ripley

La evaluación de temprana edad de las escuelas públicas de Litchfield es un servicio ofrecido a familias con niños de 3 a 5 años de edad. Esta es una oportunidad para ver si su niño está logrando los pasos importantes del desarrollo. Esta evaluación les permite a los padres obtener apoyo para sus hijos que podrán necesitar ayuda para lograr alcanzar estos pasos importantes. El distrito escolar tiene la obligación de ofrecer la evaluación de temprana edad para TODOS los niños antes de entrar al kínder en el estado de Minnesota. Si no recibió una invitación para sus niños, de 3½-5 años de edad, por favor llame a la Oficina de Temprana Edad al (320) 693-2354 para hacer su cita. Durante el proceso de evaluación, el personal de temprana edad junto con la enfermera de la escuela checará a su hijo/a de(l): Historial de registro de vacunas-visión & audición-estatura, peso & crecimiento-pensamiento, lenguaje & habilidades de comunicación-desarrollo social & emocional. Si su hijo/a esta en el censo del distrito escolar, se le notificará acerca de la evaluación de temprana edad cuando se acerque a la edad de 3½. Si no recibe noticias de nosotros o si necesita hacer una cita, por favor llame al (320) 693-2354.

Fotografías/Grabación Al inscribirse en cualquier actividad de Educación Comunitaria que se menciona en esta guía de programas, usted reconoce por sí mismo o por los que está registrando que las fotografías y / o filmaciones de los participantes pueden ser tomadas y utilizadas en publicaciones de la Educación Comunitaria, volantes u otra publicidad. Si se opone a que su foto o video sea utilizado, llame a la oficina de Educación Comunitaria al (320) 693-2354.

¡GRATIS No Requiere registrarse!

Patrocina a un Niño-Becas Disponibles

La Educación Comunitaria de Litchfield recibe donaciones generosas de Individuos y negocios en nuestra comunidad para proveer becas para actividades juveniles. Estos fondos permanecen en vigor hasta que sean utilizados. Las becas se basan en los ingresos y elegibilidad y usamos las mismas directrices que el Programa de Almuerzo gratis y precio reducido. Por favor, contacte a la oficina de Educación Comunitaria Para obtener más información y para determinar la elegibilidad.

Litchfield Community Education & Recreation

Los plazos para inscribirse para todas las clases/actividades son una semana antes de que la clase o actividad comience, a menos que se especifique.

Para ayuda con esta información en español llame a Jeff Garland (320) 593-7971

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Open Gym All Ages Top off your weekend with Open Gym on Sundays at the Middle School & High School Gyms!

Please enter through door 11 and then exit through the main door of whichever school gym you are in.

Sundays TBD 6:30-8:30 PM HS & MS Gyms FREE No registration required!

Grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

THE LITCHFIELD COMMUNITY YOUTH THEATRE PRODUCTION OF: Disney’s Frozen Jr Performance Dates April 15, 16 & 17 Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and Directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee More information to come!

COVID-19 INFORMATION Being that our world is ever changing in response to COVID-19, all Litchfield Community Education & Recreation activities are subject to change.

Decisions will be based on the guidelines put forth by the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League.

We are always looking for new instructors and ideas, so feel free to contact the Community Education & Recreation office at (320) 693-2354 or email us at litchcommed@isd465.org.

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INFORMATION & POLICIES Sponsor-A-Child

Did you know that about 37% of children in the Litchfield School District qualify for free or reduced lunch rates?

Inclement Weather

If the weather seems questionable listen to KLFD 95.9 FM & 1410 AM radio regarding changes, postponements or cancellations. Please do not call KLFD when looking for activity Free and Reduced rate eligibility is based on family income requirements information, only call the Community that are set by the state of Minnesota in Education office. Activity cancellations or postponements will be posted on our relation to the national poverty Facebook page. When schools close guidelines. As you can imagine, when families are strained financially due to inclement weather, all Community Education activities it is often items that are seen as will be cancelled or postponed. non-essential that are eliminated including recreation and enrichment Cancellation Policy opportunities such as swimming Community Education reserves the lessons, sports, leagues and right to cancel any activity or class. If after-school learning opportunities. this happens, your money will be fully Community Education offers an opportunity, through Sponsor-A-Child, refunded. Please include a daytime phone number and email address with for individuals and organizations to your registration. Cancellations must support the youth of our community be requested prior to the published by making a donation to help offset the costs of recreation and enrichment deadline. All cancellations will be subject to a $5.00 administrative fee. opportunities. Contact Community Refunds will be issued at our discretion Education or stop by the office to for cancellations made less than a week learn more about how you can before the start date, due to special sponsor a child. circumstances. No refunds will be made after the class has met. You must call Sponsor-A-Child our office to request a cancellation.

Scholarships Available Online cancellation is not available.

Litchfield Community Education Photographs/Videotaping receives donations from generous By registering for any Community individuals and businesses in our Education activity listed in this program community to provide scholarships guide, you acknowledge for yourself or for youth activities. These funds those you are registering that photographs will remain in place until all dollars and/or videotaping of participants may be are utilized. Scholarships are based taken and used in Community Education on income eligibility and we use the publications, flyers or other advertising. If same guidelines as the Free and you object to your photo or video being used, please contact Community Education.

Reduced Lunch Program. Please contact the Community Education Volunteers Needed office for more information and to determine eligibility.

Do you have a passion for a particular sport or activity? Some of our programs are looking for Check Return Policy Checks returned for insufficient funds, volunteers for youth programs and we stop payment or account closed will be need committed individuals to help out. When you commit, we ask that subject to a $30.00 service charge. you are able to consistently provide Payee will be notified upon receipt of assistance for all scheduled program NSF notice to our office. If there has dates. At the end of the activity you been no attempt to contact our office may receive credit on your account for after two weeks, information will be use on a future class. All volunteers turned over to a collection agency. must complete an application and background check. In addition, all coaches must complete bloodborne pathogen and concussion training prior to their first day of coaching.

Contact Community Education for more information (320) 693-2354.

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Equal Opportunities and Accessibility

District 465 Community Education and Recreation complies with all state and federal equal opportunity requirements and follows employment practices and education programs that do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, marital status, handicap, national origin or the presence of a non-job or education related medical condition. We will strive to provide reasonable accommodations when needed.

Advance notice of these needs helps considerably. When registering, please inform our staff by filling out an information sheet that describes the type of accommodations that Community Education and Recreation can provide for you. The Community Education and Recreation staff will not be responsible for passing or handling personal medications.

This must be done by a parent, guardian or personal care attendant. Parents/guardians, staff or PCAs are welcome to accompany those with special needs to a class at no charge.

Use of School Facilities Litchfield Public Schools encourages the use of school facilities.

Arrange for rental and use of all school facilities:  Fill out a Facility Use Application (Available on our website or at the office.)

 Email Emily Bratz ebratz@isd465.org  Call (320) 693-2354

Confirmation of the space requested is completed after the request is on the master schedule. There may be rental fees, custodial fees, equipment rental fees, kitchen staff fees, and school supervisory fees, along with a scheduling fee, depending on the time and type of request to use school facilities.

Emily Bratz Community Education & Recreation Office Manager/Facility Coordinator

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REGISTRATION FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER:

Stay current with Community Ed happenings!

Visit our website: litchfieldcommunityed.com

● Listen to the Community Education update on KLFD Radio 1410 AM & 95.9 FM at 11:50 AM every Tuesday. ● Read the bi-weekly Community Education column in Section B of the Litchfield Independent Review. ● Visit our website at litchfieldcommunityed.com

Call us: (320) 693-2354 Visit us in person or drop a check in the mail: Litchfield Community Education & Recreation 307 E 6th Street, Suite 110 Litchfield, MN 55355

Registration deadlines are used to determine whether or not an activity will take place. If there is insufficient enrollment, the activity must be modified or cancelled. All activities require a high level of coordination, often including facility scheduling, staffing, and purchasing of supplies.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Please register early.

Our office is closed during District 465 holidays. Please contact us for a list of days that we will be closed.

Please provide a valid email address if you have one. You will receive a confirmation email for your registration and it will also be our main way of contacting you with activity information.

Payment is required at the time of registration.

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Visa ____ MasterCard ____Cash ____ Check #___________ Card #_______________________ Expiration Date_____/_____ Cardholder’s Signature_________________________________________ Make checks payable and mail to: Litchfield Community Education 307 E 6th Street, Suite 110 Litchfield, MN 55355

Litchfield Community Education & Recreation

Please call to check availability of activity before you mail in your registration form.

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Thank you to Chad Newman, a local artist and photographer, for sharing this breathtaking photo of a winter sunset at Lake Ripley.

When he’s not painting wildlife and scenic on canvas, he’s “...photographing God’s creation.”

Often, he paints the photos he takes.

He has been into photography for about 8 years now, but enjoys photographing nature the most.

Check out more photographs of Chad’s on his Facebook page, “Wild Tangent Photography”.

If you are interested in your picture being featured in a Litchfield Community Education & Recreation guide, call (320) 693-2354 or email jprieve@isd465.org

The picture featured on the front of the guide is thanks to Kristie Flachmeyer of Litchfield, MN.

COVID-19 INFORMATION Being that our world is ever changing in response to COVID-19, all Litchfield Community Education & Recreation activities are subject to change.

Due to the many guidelines put forth by the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League, we do not have the capacity to host some activities as they once were.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will continue to work hard at providing the activities you know and love. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions, concerns and/or feedback.

litchfieldcommunityed.com ISD 465 Litchfield Community Education and Recreation 307 E 6th Street, Suite 110 Litchfield, MN 55355 LOCAL Residential Customer