St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

NEW! Join us at the St. Cloud State Planetarium, a dome-shaped theater, for a fascinating educational film paired with a live Current Night Sky presentation using the star ball projector. These programs are perfect for curious minds of all ages and are a fun and engaging way to explore science together. From Earth to the Universe (February 10th and February 12th) - Journey through the history surrounding our exploration of our Solar System and beyond and learn about the discoveries that humans have made over centuries of investigation beyond our home planet. Dinosaurs Alive (March 11th and March 17th) - Travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Join paleontologists as they unlock the mysteries contained in fossils from millions of years ago and uncover evidence that dino descendants are still with us today. The Planetarium is located in the lower level of the Robert H. Wick Science Building on SCSU campus. Parking is available across the street in the Eastman Lot for a flat fee of $3.00 (cash, card, or Flowbird app accepted.) A map will be emailed to participants prior to the program date.

NEW! Join us at the St. Cloud State Planetarium, a dome-shaped theater, for a fascinating educational film paired with a live Current Night Sky presentation using the star ball projector. These programs are perfect for curious minds of all ages and are a fun and engaging way to explore science together. From Earth to the Universe (February 10th, February 12th, and April 8th) - Journey through the history surrounding our exploration of our Solar System and beyond and learn about the discoveries that humans have made over centuries of investigation beyond our home planet. Dinosaurs Alive (March 11th, March 17th and April 16th) - Travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Join paleontologists as they unlock the mysteries contained in fossils from millions of years ago and uncover evidence that dino descendants are still with us today. The Planetarium is located in the lower level of the Robert H. Wick Science Building on SCSU campus. Parking is available across the street in the Eastman Lot for a flat fee of $3.00 (cash, card, or Flowbird app accepted). A map will be emailed to participants prior to the program date.

Assistants must register

NEW! Get ready to mix science with splatter in this high-energy, hands-on course where creativity meets chemistry! STEM Exploding Paint Bomb Art invites students to explore the explosive reactions behind color and motion while designing vibrant works of art. Through safe, guided experiments, students will learn the basics of chemical reactions and pressure dynamics—all while launching paint bombs that create stunning abstract masterpieces. Perfect for curious minds who love to get messy and think outside the box, this course is a blast—literally! Enter door 1.

Do you want to learn about self-care and how it can be fun? Do you want to learn simple self-care tips to take better care of yourself? If so, then this is the class for you! Join us as self-advocates teach you all about making self-care fun. The class fee includes all learning and activity materials, snacks and beverages. Enter door 1.

NEW! This class is designed for anyone seeking a slower-paced yoga practice that supports continued learning and growth. We will move at a measured pace, giving students time to explore how their bodies respond to each posture and learn to connect movement with breath. This class serves as a supportive supplement to other practices, helping to build confidence, coordination, and a deeper understanding of the intention behind the poses. Bring to class: yoga mats or towel and water bottle.

NEW! Are sparkles your jam? Then this is the science class for you! Learn how light interacts with all things that sparkle and shimmer to create mesmerizing effects. You'll uncover the science behind shimmer and shine through hands-on experiments and creative projects. Discover how different materials reflect and refract light and make your sparkling creations. It’s a glittery, fun-filled adventure that brings the science of sparkle to life! Enter door 1

Are you overwhelmed by photos, videos, or boxes of memories? In this class, you’ll learn how to create a simple system so you can find or share any photo or story in seconds. We’ll explore decluttering strategies, cloud storage, scanners, AI, as well as digitizing options for old photos, slides, negatives, VHS tapes, cassettes, and family film reels. Bring to class: Bring 5–10 photos on your phone, iPad, or laptop for hands-on practice. Simplify the overload and finally enjoy the photos that matter most! Enter Door 1.

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.

Participants become comfortable in the water learning basic skills. Safety topics include pool rules, recognizing lifeguard, safe water entry, being able to recall name and phone number, helping yourself in an emergency and proper use of a lifejacket. Class limit: 5 Lessons at Tech: Please enter through door 2 Skills: Enter and exit the water Blowing bubbles Bob underwater Pick up object underwater Front/back floats Front/back blastoffs Flip flops (rolling from front to back) Flutter kick on wall Front/back paddle Treading water motions

Participants learn to swim without support. Safety topics include being able to recall parents/guardians names, home address, proper use of lifejacket and boat safety. Class limit:5. Lessons at Tech: Please enter through door 2 Skills: Jump into chest-deep water and return to edge of pool Bob underwater and hold breath Front/back float Front/back blast offs Flip flops (rolling from front to back/ back to front) Flutter kick with kick board Treading water Front/back crawl Breaststroke kick

Participants learn to be comfortable with new skills in deep water and learn new strokes. Safety topics include helping yourself and others in an emergency, safe weather conditions for swimming and proper use of lifejackets. Class limit: 6. Lessons at Tech: Please enter through door 2 Skills: Jump into deep water and return to wall Swim underwater and pick up an object Front/back float in deep end Flutter kick on front/back with kick board Treading water in deep end Front crawl with rhythmic breathing Back crawl Elementary backstroke Breaststroke kick Breaststroke arm motion

Participants will increase endurance, improve skills learned in Swim classes 1-3 while learning new skills. Safety topics include basic 1st aid, reaching assists and proper use of a lifejacket. Class limit: 6. Lessons at Tech: Enter Door 2 Skills: Feet-first surface dive in deep end Somersault Open turn: Front crawl Open turn: Back crawl Treading water Flutter kick on front/back with kick board Breaststroke kick with kick board Front/back crawl Elementary backstroke Breaststroke Dolphin kick