TriDistrict Community Education

Record your swim miles to earn a bragging rights t-shirt for 2024! Distance Key: 1 Length = one end of the pool to the other (25 yards) 1 Lap = 2 lengths or down & back (50 yards) 1 Mile = 35 laps (1760 yards) GOAL = 100 miles (176,000 yards or 3,520 laps) Yards swam divided by 1,760 (1 mile = 1,760 yards) Swim aids such as snorkels, fins, paddles, pull buoys and kickboards are acceptable to use. 2 miles per week = 100 miles in 50 weeks 3 miles per week = 100 miles in about 33 weeks 1 mile per day, 5 days a week = 100 miles in 20 weeks

School District 197 Youth Enrichment Community Education is pleased to partner with Advantage Educational Programs. For the past 26 years, Advantage Educational Programs benefited thousands of students in Minnesota by preparing them for the college entrance exams. They offer ACT Preparatory Courses in more than forty high schools in Minneapolis/St. Paul and the surrounding area. Online ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or for a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own, and study at their desired pace. The fee for this course is $80, and you may repeat the course at no charge until you graduate from high school. The online course will allow students to log-in for the course and proceed at their own pace. The course will be using Google Classroom to present the online course and it will be equivalent to the 12 hour classroom time. The course will use instructors' videos, voice-overs, illustrations, and slides that guide you through all of the testing areas of the ACT. You will also be able to communicate with the instructor when you have questions or concerns. **If you are on free/reduced lunch please contact us for a scholarship. **You will need a gmail account to access the google classroom. Your student's isd197.org account that is managed by google will not work--ISD197 blocks access to google classrooms outside the 197 domain. Once students are enrolled, they are sent an access code for their class via email, as well as directions on how to begin the simple process of starting their class. Students have the flexibility of working on classwork at their own pace around their own specific schedule. For course information, call Gary at Advantage Prep at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net. For registration information call Community Education at 651-403-8520 Curso preparatorio ACT en línea. Este curso es una excelente alternativa para cualquier estudiante que no pueda asistir a clases en la escuela o para un estudiante que prefiere prepararse para el examen ACT por su cuenta y estudiar al ritmo deseado. El costo de este curso es de $80 y puede repetir el curso sin cargo hasta que se gradúe de la escuela secundaria. El curso en línea permitirá a los estudiantes iniciar sesión en el curso y proceder a su propio ritmo. El curso utilizará Google Classroom para presentar el curso en línea y será equivalente al tiempo de clase de 12 horas. El curso utilizará videos de los instructores, narraciones, ilustraciones y diapositivas que lo guiarán a través de todas las áreas de evaluación del ACT. También podrá comunicarse con el instructor cuando tenga preguntas o inquietudes. ** Si tiene almuerzo gratis / reducido, comuníquese con nosotros para obtener una beca completa. ** Necesitará una cuenta de Gmail para acceder al aula de Google. La cuenta de isd197.org de su estudiante que es administrada por Google no funcionará: ISD197 bloquea el acceso a las aulas de Google fuera del dominio 197. Una vez que los estudiantes están inscritos, se les envía un código de acceso para su clase por correo electrónico, así como instrucciones sobre cómo comenzar el proceso simple de comenzar su clase. Los estudiantes tienen la flexibilidad de trabajar en el trabajo de clase a su propio ritmo en torno a su propio horario específico. Para obtener información sobre el curso, llame a Gary en Advantage Prep al 612-222-5108 o visite www.advantageprep.net. Para obtener información sobre el registro, llame a Educación Comunitaria al 651-403-8520

If you haven’t dipped your toes in the new District 197 Aquatic Center, summer is a great time to visit. Enjoy the quiet, weather-proof, uncrowded lanes of our lap swim and let the kids take over the outdoor pools for the summer! Adult lap swim is open for anyone ages 18+ who can swim 50 yards continuously. This is a non-instructional, swim at your own pace opportunity. Registration is required as space is limited. Requests for cancellations/refunds must be received by our office 7 days prior to the first class session. A $10 service charge will be applied to your refund. No refunds are issued after the first session or the registration deadline. Please call us if you have any questions at 651-403-8520

Thompson Times Subscription Subscription year runs from September 2023 through August 2024 and is printed 6 times throughout the year. Price is pro-rated as the year progresses.

If you prefer to walk, jog or run on a track versus residential streets or sidewalks, this is a great opportunity to get your exercise in. The Two Rivers Warrior Track is available for community use with a paid walking pass. Note: Track availability varies. Track pass users will need some flexibility, accessing the track only when it is not in use by District 197 programming and activities. Review the track use policy below: The Warrior Track pass may be used Monday-Sunday between 6 am-9 pm, but only when it is not in use by District 197 programming and activities. Our programming and activities vary based on curriculum, weather, unpredicted rescheduling of events, and district holidays. Shared use while school programming is running is not allowed. Community walkers must vacate the track anytime District 197 sponsored activities are occurring, even if the track area is not in use, so programming can run safely without distraction. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in deactivation of your walking pass. For the safety and security of students and our facility, athletic and activity schedules are not posted for the public. The track will be closed for the season after the first snowfall. It will reopen in the spring when the snow has melted, and there is no future snow predicted. Note: This pass is only good for the track portion of Warrior Field. Use of the turf field is not allowed. Absolutely NO pets, food or glass is allowed inside Warrior Field. Wear appropriate walking shoes. Step 1) Register for your walking pass. You can do so online here, or call 651-403-8520 to complete the registration process. Step 2) After you have registered, email facilities@isd197.org or call 651-403-8520 to request activation of your access card. Access cards can take up to 72 business hours to set up. Step 3) Once your card is activated, you will be contacted to schedule a pick up time. Access cards will not be mailed. Staff hours vary: please do not stop in for card pick up without previously verifying an appointment time.

Have you heard about the latest new app called TikTok? Learn how it's used and how parents can help their kids stay safe while on it. You'll leave the class with helpful action items to help gain a better understanding on what to do, or not do, within the app. The class will help set up a healthy foundation for technology habits your family can benefit from for the rest of their lives whether in school or in their professional careers. Instructor: Nickie Welsh with Social Club Simple

This course is perfect for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and at their desired pace. Online students prep for the ACT at their own pace and around their busy schedules. Instruction is pre-recorded and provided online via videos and slides. Students may access this course at any time and as often as needed. Please note that links to the online course are sent out once per week. Please allow one week to receive the information. Simley has scheduled their in-school ACT test open to 11th graders for March 12, this class will help you prepare for it.

Children will have the opportunity to explore their creativity through hands-on art experiences. We will paint with salad spinners, have fun with homemade slime, and learn about color mixing. There will also be time for songs and a story.

Step back into the golden days of playground fun with playing kickball! Revisit the joy of carefree afternoons spent kicking balls and making memories with friends.This league focuses on high-enjoyment, good-attitude, quality entertainment and, most importantly, spending an evening with a bunch of fun people enjoying the social nature that is a game of Kickball! No Umpire on site. Registration is open to both individuals and teams consisting of a minimum of 10 players. Individuals may be added to an already established team or placed in a free agent team.

Are you seeking opportunities to practice Spanish? Unlock the world of Spanish fluency in this dynamic class! Dive into real-life conversations covering diverse topics such as 'un poco de todo' (a little of everything) and everyday Spanish. Engaging instructors foster an interactive environment, encouraging participants to practice practical vocabulary for home, work, travel, and leisure. Perfect for both new learners and returning students, this hands-on experience transforms language learning into a lively journey. Start speaking Spanish confidently today! Instructor: Futura Language

Virtual ACT Prep Class - Live Instructor This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-school class, but still prefers the interaction with one of the Advantage Educational Programs' instructors. The Virtual ACT Prep Course is the same as the In-School ACT Prep Course, but from the comfort of your own home. The instructors teach live via virtual classroom and are available to answer questions if needed. You will need an internet connection and a computer/tablet/smart phone. Instructions will be sent to you via email a few days before the course begins. Please make sure your email is entered correctly when registering, you will be asked to enter the email you wish to receive the course information. For more class information, call Gary at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net. Simley will offer the ACT test open to 11th graders in Spring of 2025, this class will help you prepare for it.

After Nap Drop In Play - $ 3.00 per family. No registration required Wednesday, February 8 - May 17 no class march 29 2:30-4 pm Held at the Family Education Center 104 5th Avenue South , SSP *Families from South St. Paul are welcomed on a first-come, first-served basis until room capacity is reached. *Parents are responsible for the care and supervision of their children. No strollers please. *IMPORTANT! Please fill out the ECFE Immunization record.

High energy, low impact water classes designed for all fitness levels. You will have fun as you are challenged with powerful, invigorating movements through the water.

Archery with Dodge Nature Center **Only students participating in the ROCC Youth Leadership program after-school this school year can sign up for the ROCC section and rate. First time archers? Learn all the basics about bows and arrow in a safe and friendly environment. Experienced instructors will teach you everything you need to know to safely use bows and arrows. This class is a great entry into the sport of archery. Kids will be able to take the activity bus from Friendly Hills or Heritage to Dodge Nature Center You can also drop your student off at Dodge if you prefer at the Marie Entrance. **Kids will have to be picked up at Dodge Nature Center Marie Entrance, by 5pm by a parent or guardian--the activity bus is not provided to get home. If a student is picked up later than 5pm a charge will be applied by Dodge Nature Center for a late pick-up. Grades 5-8 welcome. Class is limited to 10 students, register early!! **Los niños podrán tomar el autobús de actividades desde Friendly Hills o Heritage hasta el centro natural Dodge, los dejarán en la entrada de Marie y serán recibidos por el personal del Dodge. También puede dejar a su estudiante en Dodge si lo prefiere en la entrada de Marie. **Los niños deberán ser recogidos en la entrada Marie del centro natural Dodge antes de las 5:00 p. m. por un padre o tutor; no se proporciona el autobús de actividades para llegar a casa. Si se recoge a un estudiante después de las 5:00 p. m., el Centro natural dodge aplicará un cargo por una recogida tardía. Los grados 5-8 son bienvenidos. La clase está limitada a 10 estudiantes, ¡regístrese temprano!

Design fabulous fashions and things for your room using paint, tissue paper, canvas, clay, yarn and more. We’ll make a fancy headband, clay pendants, a colorful decoupage bracelet, a funny hat and paint a colorful canvas for your room. We’ll even learn to weave. Invite your family to a fashion show on the last day to show off your creations. Bring a beverage and nut-free snack every day.

Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? With friends, create cool gadgets to survive in the wild! Engineer a cool periscope, harness the power of the sun to cook (marshmallows! - yummy), a device for drinkable water, a shelter and so much more! Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage. Taught by Tech Tac Toe Instructors