Winter/Spring 2012 - Springfield Public Schools

Winter/Spring 2012
The Community Education Advisory Council works with the Community Education Director and
Coordinator to offer a variety of
classes of interest to the people of
all ages throughout the district.
Pre-registration is a necessity!
Registration is not complete unless accompanied by payment.
For each class that you are registering for, write a check payable to Springfield Community Education. Complete the registration form (on the back
page) and mail along with your check(s) to:
Springfield Community Education
12 South Burns Avenue
Springfield, MN 56087
Roseanne Kaseforth, Comm. Ed.
Coordinator/Summer Rec. Director
Keith Kottke, Superintendent
John Ryan, President
Megan Quesenberry, Vice-President
Janet Simonsen, Director & ECFE
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FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE after the first class, except in an
emergency.
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To cancel, call the Community Education office at 723-4283 at least 24
hours prior to the start of class. Please call between 8:30 am and 3 pm.
Percy Lingen, St. Raphael’s School
Peg Larson, GED Coordinator
Katie Mueller
Doris Weber
Sharon Sturm
Unless stated otherwise, all
classes require a minimum of
six prepaid participants at least
one week prior to the date of the
first class session.
Classes may be cancelled because of lack of enrollment. In this case, you
will be notified and your check returned to you. If class is cancelled because of inclement weather you will be notified prior to the class starting
time and the class will be rescheduled at a later date.
Springfield Community Education is continually looking for individuals
who are willing to share their skills, hobbies, and talents with others. If
you, or know someone who might be interested in instructing a class,
please contact the Community Education Coordinator at 507-723-4283.
This program is offered to adults ages 16 and older, not in school. These area classes for adults who did not
graduate and want to earn a certificate equal to a high school diploma. Subject areas include science, social
studies, reading, writing skills and math. Individuals will work at their own pace and in the areas and goals of
their choosing. The classes are free of charge and held at the school in the evenings through out the school
year. Contact Peggy Larson at 723-4288 for more information.
“55 Alive” Defensive Driving
These courses are for people age 55 and older who can receive a
discount on their auto insurance by completing the course. First
time students must take an eight-hour course, but repeat students
can take a four-hour refresher course to qualify for the discount.
Please be sure to include your driver’s license number and date of
birth on your registration.
4 Hour Course
When: Tues., April 3, 2012
Time: 12 noon—4 pm
Where: Springfield Community Center
Instructor: Kathy Pederson, MN State Patrol
Cost: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tues., March 27, 2012
4 Hour Course
When: Thurs., Feb. 9, 2012
Time: 5—9 pm
Where: Springfield Public School, Media Center
Instructor: Kathy Pederson, MN State Patrol
Cost: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Thurs., Feb. 2, 2012
8 Hour Course
When: Sat., May 5, 2012
Time: 8:30 am—@ 1:30 pm
Where: SPS, Media Center
Instructor: Don Mickelson, AARP
Cost: $12/AARP members & include copy of AARP
card; $14/non-members. Make check payable to AARP
Registration Deadline: Mon., April 30, 2012
Learn more about Excel!
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The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging ,
Inc. will be offering a ―Senior Surf Day‖ class
on Thurs. Feb. 9, 2012 from 3:30 to 5:30
p.m. at Springfield Elem. School, Elem. Computer Lab. Senior Surf Day is a FREE class for
older adults who would like to learn the basics
of operating a computer. You must pre-register
to attend and class size is limited. Registration
deadline is Thurs., Feb. 2, 2012.
This class will include topics such as working
with formulas and functions, formatting a worksheet and working with charts. Your questions
will also be answered! It will be taught by
Laura Ombaye, HS Business Instructor on
Mondays, March 19 and March 26, 2012
from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at SPS, Room B201.
Cost is $10 for both sessions. Register by:
Tuesday, March 13, 2012.
Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites, created by the Minnesota Children’s
Museum, is an exciting, hands-on learning opportunity geared toward children ages 2 – 8.
Children will fall in love with the beloved childhood books while building valuable early literacy skills. Hosted by the Redwood Area ECI and ECFE at the Redwood Falls Public Library
from February 4 – May 26, 2012, Saturday hours are: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This is a FREE event!
TwinsFest 2012 Trip!
TwinsFest 2012 at the H.H.H. Metrodome will feature many new and returning attractions, featuring
fun for the whole family. More than 60 current, former and
future Twins players are expected to appear throughout the
course of the weekend.
 Autograph stations with current and former Twins players
 Photo opportunities with current and former players
 The Upper Midwest's largest baseball card show and
collectibles extravaganza with dealers buying and selling
 A baseball skills area featuring speed pitch, MLB yard
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ball, batting cages and more!
Visit: http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/min/fan_forum/twinsfest.jsp
for more information on this event.
Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012. Motor coach bus leaves west side of
Springfield Public School at 9 am, returns approximately at
6 pm. Cost for bus: $24/person. (Tickets to the event will
be purchased on your own upon arrival at Twinsfest. Adults
$15/person and children under 14 are $8/child.) Register by
Monday, Jan. 23 by sending a check for the bus cost only. A
minimum number is needed for this trip to be held. Students
must have an adult chaperone.
Community Education
Estate Planning 101 covers the basics everyone should know about estate planning. Certified Elder Law Attorney, Hannon T. Ford will teach the class about Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives or Living Wills and
more. This class will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 6:30-8:30 pm at Springfield Public School, Science
Room. This class is FREE, but pre-registration is necessary by Tues., April 17, 2012.
Advanced Estate Planning covers the strategies that estate planning attorneys use to reduce taxes for larger estates. Estate Planning Attorney, Hannon T. Ford will answer you estate planning questions on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 from 6:308 pm at Springfield Public School, Science room. This class is FREE, but preregistration is necessary by Tues., April
24, 2012.
Group Guitar Lessons
These five sessions, for adults, will cover
the basics of guitar using the Mel Bay Series music book (book included). Cindee
Schewe, who has 24 years experience teaching vocals
and guitar, will focus on easy beginner music by adding simple rhythm, basic note reading, and chord
structure. If you’ve often thought about getting out
that old guitar in the closet and learning something
new, this is a very economical way to do it! In addition, it’s a ton of fun! Mondays, February 6, 13, 27,
March 5 & 19 from 5:00 to 5:45 p.m. in the SPS, Media Center. Cost is $25.00. Class is limited to 10 people. Register by: Monday, January 30, 2012.
Container Gardening
Even the smallest patio or porch can boast a
garden of flowers in containers. The container gardener is limited only by his imagination! Bring your own planter or purchase
one at class and create your own planting. your finished container planting cared for by the greenhouse
for several days. Class will be held at Sunrise Gardening Greenhouse, rural Comfrey by Mo Therkilsen.
Thurs., May 3, 2012 at 7 pm. Cost: $6.00 + supplies. Register by Monday, April 30, 2012.
Industrial Maintenance Classes
Classes are FREE and start in January in Granite Falls. They
will focus on the fundamental skills needed for entry-level
positions in the Manufacturing and Renewable Energy industries. Classes will be 4 days per week / 12 weeks – 4 or more
hours per day. A Reading and Math assessment must be
taken at a local Adult Basic Education office in order to
qualify. Priority will be given to those willing to complete
all courses. Visit: www.tinyurl.com/indmaint for more information and to register. Sponsored by MN Workforce Center;
Southwest ABE and MN West.
Herb Container & Companion Planting
The rewards of growing herbs are far greater
than with other plants. Other plants in the garden
are mostly planted for their decorative value.
Herbs, on the other hand, can also be used for a
myriad of other purposes that stretch from flavoring your food to curing your flu to ridding
your home of insects.
Thurs., May 10, 2012 at 7 pm. Cost: $6.00 + supplies.
Register by Monday, May 7, 2012.
Water Fitness
Springfield Community Education and the Springfield
Medical Center-Mayo Health System and Microtel Inn
and Suites are teaming together to offer Water Fitness
Classes. Attend class when you can!
Classes will be held: Mon. from 6:157:15 pm OR Tues. from 9-10 AM
Cost: $40.00/10 classes
Winter/Spring 2012
Many initiatives are offered through Brown County Area
United Way. One of the long standing programs has been the
Youth Activities Scholarship Program. Young people ages 418 whose family income is insufficient to meet the activity and
equipment fees, are eligible.
Call 507-354-6512 OR visit:
www.unitedwaybrowncountyarea.org
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What’s Cookin’? Basic Cooking for Kids!
Enjoy a Saturday morning cooking with your friends! Students in grades 3-6 will learn basic cooking skills and prepare simple, delicious recipes. All classes are taught by
Lucy Potter and will be held in the SPS, Family Consumer
Science Room from 1-3 pm. (Please note, NEW time!)
Cost is $5.50/class OR $16.50 for all classes.
Register early!
When: Sat., Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 31
& April 28, 2012
Registration Deadline: Register one
week before each class.
“Once a Month” Cooking
This class will help you get organized and provide you with tips and tricks to avoid time and money ―wasters.‖
By the end of this class you will be armed with a process to create easy shopping lists and many wonderful
freezer meals. Participants will receive 25 recipes and have ongoing e-mail contact with Cindy Haugland, professional organizer and founder of Tidy Tightwads, should you have questions. Monday, April 16, 2012 from
6:30 - 8 pm at Springfield Public School, Rm. C123. Cost: $20.00/person. Register by: Tuesday, April 10,
2012.
Couponing Strategies
Creativity pays big dividends when it comes to couponing. Learn how
to increase your coupon savings with strategies. You can stack plates
and you can stack laundry, but did you know you can stack coupons? Come find out how
Cindy Haugland, Professional Organizer and founder of Tidy Tightwads, saved $119.06 on
one shopping trip! Monday, April 23, 2012 from 6:30 - 8 pm at Springfield Public School,
Rm. C123. Cost: $20.00/person. Register by: Monday, April 16, 2012.
ECFE and Learning Readiness Classes are sponsored by the Springfield Public School and Community Education. Classes
are held late afternoons and evenings in the elementary classrooms. The Early Childhood teacher will design crafts, activities,
learning games, stories, songs, circle time, etc., which promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Parents(s)
attend these classes with their children. During the last half of each class session, the parent(s) attend an educational session
and discussion group, facilitated by the Parent Educator. Call Springfield Elementary School for more information about
classes & to register at 507-723-4286.
Springfield Community Education
REGISTRATION FORM
Make checks payable to: Springfield Community Education
Mail to: Springfield Community Education
12 South Burns Avenue, Springfield, MN 56087
Please write a separate check for each registered class.
Name ______________________________________________ Home Phone ______________________
Address ____________________________________________ Work/Cell Phone ___________________
City ________________________________________ State _________ Zip Code __________________
Class Name:
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Class Name:
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Class Name:
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(The following information is ONLY needed for the 4-Hour Defensive Driving Classes.)
Date of Birth _________________ Driver’s License # ____________________________________