St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education - Courses Adulthttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-28T05:24:36-05:00Sponsor a Participant-Adult Enrichmenthttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5703/winter-2024/sponsor-a-participant-adult-enrichment2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Would you be willing to "Sponsor a Participant" who is unable to participate in a Community Education activity or class due to financial challenges? We invite you to take this opportunity to make a dollar donation to Adult Enrichment programming. Donations can also be brought to Community Education located at Quarryview Education Center. For questions, please call 320-370-8200. Thank you in advance for your generosity!</p>Music Lessons for Adults - Beginner, Intermediate or Beyondhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6204/winter-2024/music-lessons-for-adults-beginner-intermediate-or-beyond2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Do you want to learn how to play guitar, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, or ukulele? Led by Steve Cekalla's Guitar and Music School, these professionally-led group lessons are matched to your skill level. You’ll receive three virtual 30-minute group lessons that is fun for beginners, or a more technique and theory-focused for those with instrument experience. <strong>Bring to class: </strong>your own instrument, however a limited number of guitars are available if requested prior to the start of classes. Contact information to schedule classes will be given at the time of registration.</p>Mosaic Stepping Stonehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6135/winter-2024/mosaic-stepping-stone2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW! </strong>Join mosaic artist Laura Ruprecht in creating a unique Mosaic Flower Stepping Stone for your garden or yard. Each participant will create the same design, but can choose the colored glass to cut and adhere to the cement paver. Tuition includes: materials plus a take home bag of grout to finish the stepping stone at home. This is a beginner class but all skill levels and abilities are welcome.</p>Learn to Play Gohttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6242/winter-2024/learn-to-play-go2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW!</strong> Do you like learning new board games? Estimated to be over 4,000 years old, Go is one of the oldest board games in existence but it has been featured in movies such as "Knives Out" and "A Beautiful Mind". Come put your mind to work learning this beautiful abstract game while meeting new players. All levels from beginner to experienced are welcome. <em>About the instructor: The instructor has 14 years of experience and is ranked 1 Kyu on GoKGS.</em></p>Safety & Self Defense for Womenhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6134/winter-2024/safety-self-defense-for-women2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>You'll learn more about awareness and preventative avoidance measures to help lower your risk of assault. Other techniques covered include basic blocking, striking, releases and vital target areas. This class will be part lecture and part hands-on. P<em>articipants must be age 12 or older.</em></p>Charcuterie 101http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6246/winter-2024/charcuterie-1012023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Impress your friends with your charcuterie board making skills! You'll learn how to display meat, cheese, fruit, nuts, artisan crackers, and more for social occasions or mealtime. You'll leave with a little Charcuterie history, a completed tray to enjoy later at home, and the skills to continue making your own boards. Tuition includes: small tray. Enter door 16 in back of building.</p>Yoga On and Off the Mathttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6234/winter-2024/yoga-on-and-off-the-mat2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW! </strong>Did you know Yoga is more than handstands and meditation? Join us as we explore the 6 pillars of Yoga, including Asanas (poses), mindfulness practices as well as lifestyle applications with a Yogic lens. Learn how the multifaceted practices of this ancient wisdom can assist you in feeling at ease and peace in your being- and how your peace can ripple out to those around you. All are welcome, whether new to Yoga or ready to deepen your Yogic journey!</p>Native American Beaded Wristlet Keychainhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6244/winter-2024/native-american-beaded-wristlet-keychain—12023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Participants will learn Ojibwe History through rope style beading techniques to make a wristlet keychain in your choice of colors and patterns. From the materials used to how the beads are incorporated in everyday lives, they tell a story. Learn the art of stitching seed beads (Manido-min-esag) to create a rope style key chain. Enter door 1.</p>Boxing for Fitness (Men & Women)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6193/winter-2024/boxing-for-fitness-men-women2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Come try out boxing! These sessions are open to both men and women whether competing or just wanting to learn the basic fundamentals of boxing. Headgear and gloves are provided to practice. You will need to purchase a mouth guard and hand wraps. If you are interested in competing, information will be available for participants at class. Saturday's class will be a combination of boxing and jiu jitsu.</p>Crispy Pan Fried Tofu: Korean Cuisinehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6241/winter-2024/crispy-pan-fried-tofu-korean-cuisine2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><b style="background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">NEW!</b> Come experience how easy it is to make pan fried tofu! This is a great way to enjoy a plant-based protein while perfecting how to get a crispy tofu texture. <strong style="background-color: initial;">Bring to class: </strong><span style="background-color: initial;">take-home container for leftovers. Enter door 1.</span></p>Gentle Yogahttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6217/winter-2024/gentle-yoga2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Gentle Yoga is for beginners or those wanting a gentle yoga class. It incorporates a gentle flow that will warm up the body and includes stretching, balancing, breathing work, strength building, and concludes with relaxation. The class is suitable for all adults and modifications will be made as appropriate. <strong>Bring to class: yoga mat. <em>Blanket, yoga blocks, and strap are optional.</em> </strong>Enter door 1.</p>Tuna Pancakes: Korean Cuisinehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6239/winter-2024/tuna-pancakes-korean-cuisine2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong style="background-color: initial;">NEW! </strong>Tuna pancakes are quick and easy to make as a meal or even side dish. With just a few household ingredients, you'll be impressed with what you can make. <strong style="background-color: initial;">Bring to class: </strong>take-home container for leftovers. Enter door 1.</p>The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy: An In Depth Analysishttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6211/winter-2024/the-assassination-of-president-john-f-kennedy-an-in-depth-analysis2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW!</strong> Are you interested in learning more about history? With this year marking the 60th anniversary of the tragic assassination of President John F. <span style="background-color: initial;">Kennedy, this class examines the discrepancies between the Warren Commission (that investigated the assassination for ten months and published their findings in September 1964) along with the conclusions reached by the United States House of Representatives that investigated the assassination for thirty-one months and published their report in March 1979. You'll develop broader perspective regarding many of the controversies surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy with time for discussion and questions at the end of each class. Enter door 1 at Quarryview and enter door 19 at Apollo across from the tennis courts. <em>About the instructor: </em></span><em>David Yorks </em><em>is a retired Minnesota small business owner with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in American History. He has a fifty-five-year interest in the Kennedy presidency and has attended national conferences regarding the assassination. He has met with witnesses of the assassination and doctors who attended the President on 11/22/63. </em></p>Beginning Jiu Jitsuhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6188/winter-2024/beginning-jiu-jitsu2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Learn more about the basics of Jiu-Jitsu including the art of grappling, ground wrestling, and submitting your opponent with the skills of MMA. This is a total body workout that will help you become a stronger, safer, and more self confident person. Information about competing will given by St. Cloud Boxing & Wrestling Club upon request. Saturday's class will be a combination of boxing and jiu jitsu.</p>Adult Water/Swim Lesson (Age 18 & Up)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6249/winter-2024/adult-water-swim-lesson-age-18-up—12023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>These small group lessons are designed to give any participant the semi-individualized attention necessary in order to improve or master water comfort or swimming skills. Together, the instructor and participants determine the goals for the session and the curriculum is customized in order to meet those goals. Women's session open to women only. Men's session open to men only. Class Limit: 10 with 2 aquatics staff.</p><p><strong><em>Lessons at Tech High School - Enter Door 2</em></strong></p>Board Game Nights: Learning Modern Classics!http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6213/winter-2024/board-game-nights-learning-modern-classics2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Do you want to learn new board games?<strong> </strong>At this fun and interactive class, you'll learn board games beyond Monopoly, Life and Risk. Join board game professional, Dawn Marinaro, of Paddy’s Game Shoppe with their 30+ years of board game experience to learn modern games that will be a hit at your next gathering. You will play some of the most essential modern board game classics like Cataan, Carcassonne, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo as well as other fun entries like Castle Panic, The Spill, or FlapJacks & Sasquatches! This is your perfect introduction to modern board games. Games will be decided on based off of the makeup and previous experience of each group. Bring to class: a beverage and light snack!</p>Driver Improvement - 2 day classhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6231/winter-2024/driver-improvement-2-day-class2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>In this class you will receive instruction on how to recognize and avoid collisions, emergency driving situations, new vehicle technology, common driver distractions as well as traffic laws so you can help promote safe driving for you and others. Persons 55 and older qualify for 10% reduction in auto insurance. <em>No class fee discount is available. </em>Enter door 19 across from tennis courts.</p>Fitness Cardio Kickboxinghttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6191/winter-2024/fitness-cardio-kickboxing2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This full-body workout encompasses kicking, punching and blocking that focuses on developing strength, balance, stability and flexibility. This class is open to men and women and is for beginner or advanced students as well as athletes looking to improve conditioning of the upper, lower body and core. <em>Wear loose, comfortable clothing and supportive shoes. </em></p>Yoga, Pilates, and Stretching Fusionhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6218/winter-2024/yoga-pilates-and-stretching-fusion2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Are you looking to improve flexibility, strength, and energy? This workout incorporates yoga poses, pilates exercises, stretching, and breathing to give you a full body workout designed for anyone who wants a gentle and effective exercise class that increases core strength, improves flexibility, helps tone the body, and improves range of motion. <em>Modifications will be made as appropriate. </em><strong>Bring to class: yoga mat.</strong> Enter door 5.</p>The Many Minnesota Milkweedshttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6132/winter-2024/the-many-minnesota-milkweeds2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>We have over a dozen Milkweeds that are native to Minnesota and some are wildly popular in local gardens. We'll discuss a variety of these pollinator plants, where to buy them, and how to add these pollinator magnets to your landscapes. Participants will receive informative reference materials and a chance to win a variety of door prizes from area nurseries.</p>The Philosophy of Religionhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6121/winter-2024/the-philosophy-of-religion2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This course examines the core claims of major monotheistic religions through the lens of analytic philosophy. Among the questions we will consider: What is meant by the term "God?" Are there strong rational grounds for belief in the existence of God? If God exists, why is there so much suffering in the world? Is eternal life possible or even desirable? What are we to make of the varieties of religious experience? If religion is a force for good in the world, why has it engendered so much pain, death, and destruction? What might religion teach us about human nature?</p>Hold Your Shore: Restoration and Maintenancehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6131/winter-2024/hold-your-shore-restoration-and-maintenance2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Are you losing ground? Is your shoreline eroding, unsightly or seem to be a goose magnet? Did the excessive rains last year take a toll? Is the ice pushing up a new ridge every year? Learn how to improve water quality, reduce erosion and make your property more beautiful using native plants, simple installation techniques and smart planning for easier long-term maintenance. Participants will receive informative reference materials and a chance to win a variety of door prizes from area nurseries.</p>Adult & Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aidhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6199/winter-2024/adult-pediatric-cpr-aed-first-aid2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The American Heart Association: Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid program helps you recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, automated external defibrillator (AED), breathing and first aid emergencies in adults, children and infants. This program will teach you the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed. Upon successful completion, you'll receive an American Heart Association: Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid certification card that is valid for two years. Enter door 1.</p>First Generation Homebuyers Down Payment Program Informationhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6245/winter-2024/first-generation-homebuyers-down-payment-program-information2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW!</strong> This class will share information about the new down payment assistance program for all first-generation persons living in Minnesota who want to buy a house. Participants will be able to ask questions and get answers about who qualifies and the process for receiving this tremendous homebuyer benefit. Enter door 1.</p>Pork Cutlets: Korean Cuisinehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6238/winter-2024/pork-cutlets-korean-cuisine2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><b style="background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">NEW! </b>At this fun food class, you'll learn how to make crispy and juicy Korean pork cutlets consisting of breaded thin cuts of pork fried to a golden-brown crunch. You'll love the hearty taste of this meal! <strong style="background-color: initial;">Bring to class: </strong>take-home container for leftovers. Enter door 1.</p>Flow and Meditation Yogahttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6233/winter-2024/flow-and-meditation-yoga2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW! </strong>This class combines slow rhythmic movement and breath, linked together in simple and accessible sequences that will help you improve your flexibility, relieve physical tension, and reduce stress. All levels of students are encouraged to practice to their own ability. You’ll learn foundational principles and be encouraged to explore depth with variations that meet you where you are. The end of class will include a short time for deeper relaxation or meditation. Bring to class: mats and water bottle. </p>Rock Steady Boxing for Seniorshttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6189/winter-2024/rock-steady-boxing-for-seniors2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This boxing-for-fitness program is for seniors over 55 as well as individuals with Parkinson's Disease. You'll participate in non-contact boxing drills that help build motor skills, balance and coordination through a variety of different exercises including punching a heavy bag, hitting the focus mitts and some glove-to-glove contact. A variety of movements, stepping, bobbing and weaving help you build focus, be attentive and get in shape. <em>Class instructors are certified through Rock Steady Boxing of Indianapolis and the Struthers Parkinson's Center of Park Nicollet. </em>Boxing gloves will be provided along with walkers, canes and wheelchairs to assist those that need support when standing. <strong>Wear light shoes for standing on foam wrestling mats. </strong></p>Tai Chihttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6133/winter-2024/tai-chi2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Tae Guk Kwon is a traditional Korean Tai Chi form that will help you enhance your flexibility, mobility, balance, rhythm and health without the stress of other workouts. Come feel rejuvenated in this low-impact program for beginners.</p>Suicide Prevention Training: Operation S.A.V.Ehttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6162/winter-2024/suicide-prevention-training-operation-s-a-v-e2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Operation S.A.V.E will provide education about how to recognize the signs and symptoms of suicidal thinking, ask the most important questions, and validate a person's experience and expedite help and emergency services. Enter door 1.</p>Somali Language Classhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6243/winter-2024/somali-language-class2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Participants will expand their knowledge of Somali language and culture in this introductory class. Participants will learn some basic vocabulary, greetings, polite phrases and simple conversation skills while being encouraged to ask questions. Enter door 1.</p>Creating Crop Art (For the State Fair or Just for Fun)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5997/winter-2024/creating-crop-art-for-the-state-fair-or-just-for-fun2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong>NEW! </strong>Seed art is a long-time tradition at the Minnesota State Fair. Using assorted crop seeds, artists glue them to boards and other surfaces to make beautiful, and creative works of art. This class will provide an introduction to crop art including a brief history, styles, specific techniques for making a seed art design, and how to enter your work in the State Fair. Participants will have an opportunity to make a work of their own to bring home. Tuition includes supplies. <em>About the </em><em>Instructors: Amy and Steve Saupe are a father/daughter seed art team who have won multiple blue ribbons for their seed art entries at the Minnesota State Fair. </em>Enter door 1.</p>Basic Estate Planninghttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6200/winter-2024/basic-estate-planning2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Are you planning for your future? At this class, you'll learn how to provide for your family with a comprehensive estate plan and explore the significance of wills, trusts, health care directives, powers of attorney and beneficiary designations for carrying out your wishes. Enter door 19 across from the tennis courts.</p>Pilates & Yogahttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6214/winter-2024/pilates-yoga2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<h2></h2><p>Have you been wanting to build energy? This fitness class will work your body and mind by incorporating yoga movements that release stress and tension through focused breathing and deep stretching, combined with the latest Pilates moves to tone and firm your body. This combination improves energy, increases flexibility, and safely isolates muscles without joint stress. <strong>Bring to class: mat and water. </strong>Enter door 5.</p>Introduction to Line Dancing: A & Bhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6232/winter-2024/introduction-to-line-dancing-a-b2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join professional dance instructor Jeffrey Ringer and learn the most popular line dances that will leave you prepared to hit the dance floor. The A and B series of classes will feature entirely different dances so do not be afraid of any repeats! Participants can sign up for the B series without having done the A series. Each series will include some standard dances such as the Electric Slide, but each will have some unique dances including:</p><p> Series A: Stand By Me, Got To Be Funky, Fireball</p><p>Series B: Night Fever, Cotton Eyed Joe, It’s a Beautiful Day.
</p><p>Participants may sign up solo or with a friend. All participants must be registered. Enter door 1.</p>Pottery for Adults: Beginner or Intermediate (16+)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6212/winter-2024/pottery-for-adults-beginner-or-intermediate-162023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Whether you are new to clay or have some previous experience, you'll improve your skills with art teacher Melanie Schatz-Pattay. Beginners will start with the basics of throwing cups, bowls, and plates. More experienced potters can expand on their skills with larger pieces, adding handles, lids, and manipulating pieces after throwing. Three sessions will focus on throwing, while the final session is reserved for painting your pieces in a watercolor style. It’s a 3-D and 2-D experience! Items will be fired after the final class and available for pickup at the Community Ed office. Pick up date/time will be communicated with participants. Enter door 30.</p>Driver Improvement - Refresherhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6002/winter-2024/driver-improvement-refresher2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>If you have previously completed the eight-hour Driver Improvement Program, you can maintain your eligibility for the 10% insurance reduction by taking this refresher course. <em>No class fee discount is available.</em> Enter Door 19 at Apollo across from tennis courts.</p>High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6216/winter-2024/high-intensity-interval-training-hiit2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Would you like to increase your endurance, build cardiovascular fitness, burn fat and improve muscular strength? High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a full-body workout which includes warm-up, bursts of exercise, short recovery periods, and cool down. Build your strength in this solid and intense 45-minute workout. All fitness levels are welcome, modifications are provided. <strong>Bring to class: </strong>mat, water bottle, and hand weights. Enter door 1.</p>Vinyasa Flow Yogahttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6219/winter-2024/vinyasa-flow-yoga2023-11-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Vinyasa flow yoga is a dynamic movement that uses a progressive series of postures accompanied by breathing exercises. Every movement flows into the next with a calm rhythm so you will feel stronger, centered and increased energy. This class is for all levels. <strong>Bring to class: yoga mat and water.</strong> Enter Door 5 at Westwood.</p>Walking Programhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5996/fall-2023/walking-program2023-09-25T11:00:00-05:00<p>Invite family, friends and co-workers for fitness and fun! After registration, please pick up your walking wristband at Community Education<strong> </strong>located in Quarryview Education Center at 800 S. Seventh St., Waite Park, MN 56387. For questions contact Community Education at 320-370-8200 or email CommunityEd@isd742.org or visit our website at <a href="http://www.isd742.org/CommunityEd">www.isd742.org/CommunityEd</a>. <strong>The yearly fee for the walking program is $10</strong>. Participants must wear a mask and walking wristband at all times while walking in the schools and all district policies, safety and weather procedures must be followed. <em>Times vary with each school and are subject to change. Email communication will be sent regularly to registered participants regarding schedule changes.</em></p><p><strong><u></u></strong></p>Beginning Chinese Language For Parents of Immersion Kindergarten Studentshttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5933/fall-2023/beginning-chinese-language-for-parents-of-immersion-kindergarten-students2023-08-21T00:00:00-05:00<p>We are now offering a free beginning Chinese language class for parents of children enrolled in Immersion Kindergarten. This class will help parents learn some of the basics of Chinese language. Class will be 1 ½ hours, once per week and will meet at North Jr. High School on Tuesday's at 6:15pm. The class is only for parents with a child enrolled in the Kindergarten Immersion program. Please register so we can plan for attendance. Enter door 3.</p>High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)http://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5805/fall-2023/high-intensity-interval-training-hiit2023-08-21T00:00:00-05:00<p>Would you like to increase your endurance, build cardiovascular fitness, burn fat and improve muscular strength? High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a full-body workout which includes warm-up, bursts of exercise, short recovery periods, and cool down. Build your strength in this solid and intense 45-minute workout. All fitness levels are welcome, modifications are provided. <strong>Bring to class: </strong>mat, water bottle, and hand weights. Enter door 1.</p>Beginning Spanish Language For Parents of Immersion Kindergarten Studentshttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/5934/fall-2023/beginning-spanish-language-for-parents-of-immersion-kindergarten-students2023-08-21T00:00:00-05:00<p>We are now offering a free beginning Spanish language class for parents of kindergarten immersion students. This class will help parents learn some of the basics of Spanish language. Class will be 1 ½ hours, once per week and will meet at North Jr. High School on Tuesday's at 6:15pm. The class is only for parents with a child enrolled in the Kindergarten Immersion program. Please register so we can plan for attendance. Enter door 3.</p>Yoga, Pilates, and Stretching Fusionhttp://isd742.ce.eleyo.com/course/6342/summer-2024/yoga-pilates-and-stretching-fusion2023-04-15T00:00:00-05:00<p>Are you looking to improve flexibility, strength, and energy? This workout incorporates yoga poses, pilates exercises, stretching, and breathing to give you a full body workout designed for anyone who wants a gentle and effective exercise class that increases core strength, improves flexibility, helps tone the body, and improves range of motion. <em>Modifications will be made as appropriate. </em><strong>Bring to class: yoga mat.</strong> Enter door 5.</p>