St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

This five-hour virtual seminar enables your learner to prepare for the ACT college admission test. Your child will gain valuable insight into the ACT through a close examination of each type of question. This virtual seminar will teach strategies necessary for answering specific question types and general test-taking tips. It also provides suggestions for post seminar test preparation. Your student will receive 24 practice tests, divided into 20-minute workouts, written to ACT specifications, as well as a detailed preparation study guide. Participant will have access to the seminar for 6 months. Links with access codes will be provided after registration by Doorway to College/ZAPS. Printed materials will be mailed as well. If your child/you are a current 9th, 10th, or 11th grade student attending Tech or Apollo High School, please call 320-370-8200 to register. **State of Minnesota-Get Ready program has full scholarships available for current 9th-11th grade Tech & Apollo students**

Your child will learn from step-by-step instruction of an original painting on canvas by the instructor, artist Charlene Lundberg. Tuition includes instruction and supplies. Participants will complete a painting during class for take home and display. Enter door 1.

Hut one, hut two! We want to see you in Red, White, and Blue! Your 3rd through 8th grade child can make their way to Apollo Eagle non-contact spring youth football and experience a fun opportunity to learn and develop the fundamentals of football. Your child will work with the Apollo coaches and varsity football players learning offensive and defensive skills. Players will be split up into teams and compete in games of 7 on 7 football. Players should dress according to the weather. Players do not need pads to attend this league. Cleats are not required, but can be worn. League will take place on Sundays from 5:00-6:00 PM (3rd-5th grades) and 6:00-7:00 PM (6th-8th grades). Dates: April 24th, May 1st, May 15th, and May 22nd. Any questions please contact Apollo Football Youth Coordinator Jordan Mathiasen at apolloyouthfootball@gmail.com or call 320-290-8877 (cell). Scholarships: All North side players are encouraged to participate in football. If the fee is a challenge, please contact the coordinator to talk about scholarship opportunities. Meet by the practice football field.

This flag football league is a great way for your child to be introduced to the game of football! Games will be played on Saturday mornings at Apollo. There will be a short practice followed by two games each Saturday. Your child will learn basic football skills like passing, running, and catching from the Apollo coaches and varsity football players. Each child will practice valuable life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship in an enthusiastic learning environment. Your child will be invited on the field for a home Apollo varsity game to be part of the starting lineups and introductions. A t-shirt will be provided (please indicate Youth XS, S, M, L or Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL). Bring to class: plenty of water. Please meet by the football field. Scholarships: All students are encouraged to participate in football. If the fee is a challenge, please contact the coordinator to talk about scholarship opportunities. Any questions please contact Apollo Football Youth Coordinator Jordan Mathiasen: apolloyouthfootball@gmail.com or call 320-290-8877 (cell). Calendar

Razzle, Dazzle for younger players is back! This touch football league is a great way for your child to be introduced to the game of football! Games will be played on Saturday mornings at Apollo. Your child will learn basic football skills like passing, running, and catching from the Apollo coaches and varsity football players. Each child will practice valuable life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship in an enthusiastic learning environment. Your child will be invited on the field for a home Apollo varsity game to be part of the starting lineups and introductions. A t-shirt will be provided (please indicate Youth XS, S, M, L or Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL). Any questions please contact Apollo Football Youth Coordinator Jordan Mathiasen: apolloyouthfootball@gmail.com or by 320-290-8877 (cell). Scholarships: All students are encouraged to participate in football. If the fee is a challenge, please contact the coordinator to talk about scholarship opportunities. Bring to class: plenty of water. Dates: Saturdays 8/27, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1 Time: Saturdays from 9-10 am Please meet by the football field. No class 9/3. Calendar

Hutt one, hutt two! We want to see you in Red, White, and Blue! Your child can make their way to the Apollo Eagle non-contact youth football camp and experience a fun opportunity to learn and develop the fundamentals of football. Your child will work with the Apollo coaches and varsity football players learning blocking, tackling, ball security, offensive and defensive line techniques, and how to run proper pass routes. There will be many opportunities for them to participate in competitions with prizes awarded. These competitions include: 7 on 7 passing, field goal kicking, punt, pass, and kick. Players should dress according to the weather (t-shirts and shorts are suggested). Bring to camp: plenty of water. Please meet by the football field. Scholarships: All North side players are encouraged to participate in football. If the fee is a challenge, please contact the coordinator to talk about scholarship opportunities. Players do not need pads to attend this camp. Cleats are not required, but can be worn. A t-shirt will be provided (please indicate Youth S, M, L, Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL). Any questions please contact Apollo Football Youth Coordinator Jordan Mathiasen: apolloyouthfootball@gmail.com 320-290-8877 (cell) Calendar

The Eagle Youth Tackle Football League is back! This is a padded, full contact league offered to students attending Discovery, Kennedy, Madison, Westwood, Lincoln, and North Junior High. All players must be entering 5th or 6th grade for the 2022-23 school year. Your child will learn the basic football skills of blocking and tackling. In addition, your child will practice valuable life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship in an enthusiastic learning environment. Practices will be held two times per week at Apollo High School in the evenings and games will be played on Saturday mornings. Bring to football league: shoes, mouth guard, and plenty of water. Pads and other equipment will be provided. Scholarships: All North side players are encouraged to participate in football. If the fee is a challenge, please contact the coordinator to talk about scholarship opportunities. If you have questions, please contact Apollo Football Youth Coordinator Jordan Mathiasen: apolloyouthfootball@gmail.com or call 320-290-8877. Coaching: If you are interested in coaching, please note that you will be required to fill out a District 742 Volunteer Application Form and complete a background check prior to the start of the season. There will be a coaching meeting/training, run by the Varsity coaching staff prior to the start of the season in early August for those interested. For more information about volunteering, contact District 742 Volunteer Specialist, Nantha Viswanathan, at 320-370-8200. Note: 5th and 6th graders that sign up for the Apollo Youth Football Camp and Apollo Youth Football League will get first choice of equipment and be fitted for pads at the end of camp. Practices: Tu/Th from 6-7:30 p.m and one Saturday practice on 9/10 at 9:00 a.m. First day of practice is scheduled for Tuesday, September 6th. Games: Saturdays start times between 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturdays 9/17 - 10/15; All practices and games are held at Apollo High School football fields. 18 sessions. Calendar

NEW! DASH Sports Summer Athleticism camps provide participants with an overall athleticism building camp experience including speed training, agility, endurance, body control/balance, quickness, strength, power, and jumping. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall athletic performance. Campers should bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen, and wear athletic shoes. Meet by the fields behind the school.

Designed to orient your child (accompanied by parent) to better prepare them for Toddler Swim lessons. Parents will learn safety information and techniques to help your child feel comfortable in the water. This class provides a bonding experience for parents and their children. Class limit: 8. Lessons at Tech High School - Enter Door 2

Caring for another child will help your child tap into and develop important qualities such as trust, honesty, creativity, patience and communication. Your child will gain the skills they need to earn extra cash and have fun through babysitting. This educational course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training (BLAST). Instructors share current practices for safety and injury prevention, first-aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems and how to manage a babysitting business. Your child will receive a reference book, recipe and game handouts, babysitting bag and first-aid kit. Tuition includes materials. Bring to class: nut-free lunch, snacks and a beverage. Please wear a mask. Enter door 1.

Caring for another child will help your child tap into and develop important qualities such as trust, honesty, creativity, patience and communication. Your child will gain the skills they need to earn extra cash and have fun through babysitting. This educational course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training (BLAST). Instructors share current practices for safety and injury prevention, first-aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems and how to manage a babysitting business. Your child will receive a reference book, recipe and game handouts, babysitting bag and first-aid kit. Tuition includes materials. Bring to class: nut-free lunch, snacks and a beverage. Enter door 1.

Students start with simplified chords and can play songs after the first lesson! Students are challenged, but not overwhelmed and they progress at their own speed. This is a great place to start and build a good foundation to keep moving forward. Students will need to bring their own guitar. Spicer Music Studio contact information will be given at time of registration to schedule lessons.

Your child is invited to come and join the boxing team! This class is open to boys and girls of all skill levels from recreational to competitive. Participants learn basic boxing skills, warm-ups and conditioning drills, and how to be a safe and helpful partner for others. Headgear and gloves will be provided.