teach explore learn listen Summer, 2016
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teach explore learn listen Summer, 2016
Summer 2016 Page 1 Luverne Community Education Luverne Community Education Lifelong Learning for Everyone listen teach Family Paddling -- page 10 Soccer -- page 9 explore Exercise -- pages 17, 19 Fishing -- pages 13, 16 learn “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better!” –Albert Einstein Summer, 2016 Volume 31 Issue 3 - Luverne School District #2184 Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Advanced surgical care here at home Sanford Luverne Experience the latest in surgical services while remaining close to the comforts of home. Norma Walks, MD provides expert surgical care on a full-time basis in Luverne. With extensive expertise, Dr. Walks is dedicated to providing individualized, compassionate care – whether you are undergoing a major or minor procedure. Minimally invasive, laparoscopic and endoscopic surgical techniques are all available locally. 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Norma Walks, MD sanfordluverne.org 630-12400-0386 8/13 General Surgery Page 2 Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Table of Contents ABE-GED-ESL-------------------------------------- 18 Alternative School----------------------------------- 18 Child Guide------------------------------------------- 31 Community Ed Classes--------------------------- 7-37 Community Events/Programs---------- 11,32, 38-47 Defensive Driving----------------------------------- 25 Driver Education Students-------------------------- 19 ECFE---------------------------------------------------- 8 FamilyU School Age Care-------------------------- 15 Financial Assistance-------------------------- 8, 27, 30 Garden Tour------------------------------------------ 24 Index of Classes by Ages----------------------------- 6 Library------------------------------------------------ 39 Minnesota West College Classes-------------- 20, 21 Office Hours/Policy/Building Key---- 4, 12, 26, 27 Open Enrollment--------------------------------------- 3 Preschool Programs-----------------------7, 8, 39, 40 Registration Forms--------------------------------- 4, 5 Sanford Health Classes/Activities-------- 36, 43, 45 Swimming Lessons------------------------------ 46, 47 Trips----------------------------------------------- 22-24 Vacation Bible School Dates----------------------- 32 Website/Facebook/Twitter---------------------- 23, 27 Early Childhood Family Education & School Readiness Staff Karen Willers................................................... Director Cindy Arends................................................. Secretary Debbie Mitchell.................. Early Childhood Educator Lisa J. Nath.........................................Parent Educator Stacey Rolling..................... Early Childhood Assistant Denise Fick......................... Early Childhood Assistant Emily Evers....................................... ESL Sibling Care Page 3 Luverne Community Education Advisory Council Karen Willers, Director Jon Schomacker, Summer Rec. Director Cindy Arends, Secretary Jim Harner, Chair Jacqueline Johnson Angela Ahrendt Diane Kennedy Keith Aanenson Carol McDonald Sonja Braucht Knute Oldre Mary Brown Kyle Oldre Molly Carbonneau Heidi Sehr Stacy DeBates Bryce Stoltenberg Lisa Dinger Dylan Thorson Esther Frakes Cory Ziegler Eric Hartman Codie Zeutenhorst Sara Hartquist Community Education phone 283-4724/fax 283-2413 web site www.isd2184.net Community Education Staff Karen Willers .................................................. Director Jon Schomacker.............. Summer Recreation Director Cindy Arends................................................. Secretary Angie Janiszeski..................... Discovery Time Teacher Dixie Aanenson........................... DT Teacher Assistant Bridget Smith......................... ESL/GED/ABE Teacher Karmen Vis.................................FamilyU Coordinator Wendy Nath.....................................FamilyU Assistant Glenda Schneekloth.........................FamilyU Assistant Maggie May.....................................FamilyU Assistant Brenda VanderZiel...........................FamilyU Assistant Shelley Krueger**.........Birth - 3 years ECSN Teacher Rebecca Runnoe** ..............3 - 5 years ECSN Teacher **Elementary Staff Minnesota Open Enrollment Procedure Pick up applications from the school district office. Student and family must meet with resident district staff to discuss reasons for leaving. The family must send one application per child to the nonresident district by January 15 for enrollment during the next school year. Once the application is accepted, families have until March 1 to make a final decision as to whether or not the student will attend the new district . For information, contact the district office at Luverne Public Schools at 283-8088. OPEN ENROLLMENT DEADLINE IS JANUARY 15. Summer 2016 Page 4 Luverne Community Education Registration and Participation Information Preregistration (with payment) is required to complete your enrollment in class. MAIL Community Education 709 N Kniss Luverne MN 56156 IN PERSON South Side of School Community Education Door Labeled #S4 DROP BOX To the Left of the Community Education Door Labeled #S4 PHONE (507) 283-4724 FAX (507) 283-2413 *Payment in advance is required to secure your registration spot. A $5.00 late fee will be applied, if payment is not EMAIL [email protected] received prior to class. *Registering early is recommended, but at least 3 days in Summer Office Hours advance. Great classes are cancelled when everyone waits Open 7:30 am - 4:00 pm to the last minute to register. Monday through Thursday *If a Community Education class is cancelled due to low Closed on Fridays & July 18 - 29. enrollment, fees are refunded. Refunds will be made if the participant cancels at least 24 hours prior to class, unless there is a registration deadline. Full refunds will not always be possible when there are registration deadlines, since supplies or tickets have been purchased. (Summer Rec Refund Policy is explained on Page 26.) *Weather cancellations will be announced on 800 AM/101.1 FM and on the website www.isd2184.net. Classes will not be held when Luverne school is cancelled or dismissed early due to weather. INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM Make checks payable to Luverne Com. Ed. and send to 709 N Kniss, Luverne MN 56156 Class #_________Class or Event ____________________ (Size if Needed) ______ Fee________ Driver’s License Number (Defensive Driving Class Only)__________________________________ Name_______________________ Birth Date (thru age 18)__________ Grade (attended in 15-16)________ Address ________________________________City_____________________ Zip______________ Phone Number (home)_____________________ (work or cell)______________________________ Email--list only if you check frequently__________________________________________________ INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM Make checks payable to Luverne Com. Ed. and send to 709 N Kniss, Luverne MN 56156 Class #_________Class or Event ____________________ (Size if Needed) ______ Fee________ Driver’s License Number (Defensive Driving Class Only)__________________________________ Name_______________________ Birth Date (thru age 18)__________ Grade (attended in 15-16)________ Address ________________________________City_____________________ Zip______________ Phone Number (home)_____________________ (work or cell)______________________________ Email--list only if you check frequently__________________________________________________ Summer 2016 Page 5 Luverne Community Education FAMILY Registration Form Make checks payable to Luverne Community Education. Participants are not considered registered for a class until payment is received. Parents’ Names:_______________________________________ Phone Number: _______________ Address:________________________________ City/Sate______________________ Zip_________ Email--list only if you check frequently__________________________________________________ 1) Child’s Name ___________________________________ Grade attended during 2015-16______ Birth Date_________________________ ( If needed, list size.)__________________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: Class #: Class #: Class #: Class #: Class #: ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Class Name:___________________________________ Class Name:___________________________________ Class Name:___________________________________ Class Name:___________________________________ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: Fee: Fee: Fee: Fee: Fee: _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ 2) Child’s Name ___________________________________ Grade attended during 2015-16______ Birth Date_________________________ ( If needed, list size.)___________________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ 3) Child’s Name ___________________________________ Grade attended during 2015-16______ Birth Date__________________________ ( If needed, list size.)__________________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Class #: ______ Class Name:___________________________________ Fee: _______________ Summer 2016 Page 6 Luverne Community Education Index of Learning Opportunities by Age Group These are general age categories--check individual class descriptions for specific ages. Register by grade attended during 2015-16 school year. Birth - 5 Years Early Play Ball (Page 9) Soccer (9) Early Childhood Help (11) Preschools (7, 40) ECFE (8) Little Ninja Boys (9) Play Dates at Park (8) Nature Explore (12) Family Paddling (11) Gymnastics (30) Track & Field (31) Swimming (46-47) Library Programs (39) Learn to Skate (38) Taekwondo (42) Music Camp (38) Spotlight Dance (38) Childbirth Classes (45) Grades Kdg - 5 Early Play Ball (Page 9) Summer Ball (32) School of Fish (18) Crafts (12) Family Paddling (11) Home Alone (13) Hands On Fun (12) Missoula Theatre (14) Adventure Day Camps (15) Arts & Crafts (28) Morning Recreation (28) Track & Field (31) Tennis (33) Wrestling (29) Games for Girls (10) Football Camp (33) Gymnastics (30) Volleyball (37) Basketball (34-35) Golf (29) FamilyU (15) Swimming (46-47) Soccer (Page 9) Big Buddies (41) Track (36) Little Ninja Boys (9) Nature Explore (12) Library Programs (39) Taekwondo (42) Girl Scouts (10) Learn to Skate (38) Cub Scouts (14) Vacation Bible School (32) Music Camp (38) Spotlight Dance (38) Grades 6 - 12 Missoula Theater (Page 14) Home Alone (13) Tennis (33) School of Fish (13) Walleye School (16) Guthrie South Pacific Trip (22) Family Paddling (11) Wrestling (29) Power Camp (36) Gymnastics (30) Volleyball (37) Basketball (34, 35) Football Camp (33) Track (31) Golf (29) Fall Sports Meeting (30) Summer Ball (30) Twins Trip (24) Exercise Challenge (19) Driver Education (19) Library Programs (39) Swimming (46, 47) Minnesota State Fair (22) Yoga (17) Aerobics (17) Hands on Fun (12) Buffalo Day Run (43) Step by Step Challenge (43) Spotlight Dance (Page 38) Alternative School (18) Taekwondo (40) Vacation Bible School (32) Music Camp (38) Girl Scouts (10) Big Buddies (18) Learn to Skate (38) Adults School of Fish (Page 13) Walleye School (16) Exercise Challenge (19) Firearms Instructor (16) Bee Colonies (16) Family Paddling (11) Parent Class/Driver Ed (19) Defensive Driving (25) Garden Tour (24) Wood Work Project (12) Pallet Wall Art (12) Collapsible Tent (12) Weaving Fun (12) Plant Sale (24) Track/Field (31) Social Security (23) Save Family Farm (23) Minnesota State Fair (22) Twins Trip (24) Aerobics (17) Yoga (17) ECFE Play Dates (8) Nature Explore (12) ABE ESL GED (18) Alternative School (18) College Level Classes (20, 21) Swimming (46, 47) Childbirth Classes (45) Step by Step Challenge (43) Buffalo Day Run (43) Taekwondo (40) Big Buddies (18) Fall Sports Meeting (30) Summer 2016 Page 7 Luverne Community Education Luverne Community Education Merges Discovery Time & School Readiness Preschools Register for 2016 - 17 School Year for ages 3, 4, 5 -- use Sept. 1, 2016 to calculate age $35.00 non-refundable registration fee due with registration. **SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE** Class #: Openings S2130 FULL 20 S2234 20 N2240 20 N3134 20 S3140 FULL 20 C3240 40 Ages Days L 3 Year Old FUL T/Th Morning 3/4 Year Old T/Th Afternoon 4 Year Old T/Th Afternoon 3/4 Year Old MWF Morning 4 Year Old FULL MWF Morning 4 Year Old MWF Afternoon Time 8:30 - 11:00 am 12:40 - 3:10 pm 12:40 - 3:10 pm 8:30 - 11:00 am 8:30 - 11:00 am 12:40 - 3:10 pm Tuition** $102 Monthly** $102 Monthly** $102 Monthly** $115 Monthly** $115 Monthly** $115 Monthly** Call 283-4724 for 2016-17 openings. Classes begin in September. **Highest 4-STAR Parent Aware Rated** * Licensed, experienced teachers will collaborate to prepare the curriculum with developmentally appropriate activities using art, stories, songs & more from the Creative Curriculum Series *Indoor and outdoor classrooms that provide a fun/safe area for children to be challenged with new academic and social learning situations. *Access to early childhood special education staff *Fun ways for children to learn group skills Develop self confidence Adapt to new situations Get along with others Problem solve Follow directions Learn to share Listen/pay attention Take turns *Register now for 2016-17 school year. Use child’s age as of 9/1/16. *Children must complete an early childhood screening within 90 days of enrollment **Early Learning Scholarships for free or reduced fees 4- ST high AR R ate available for -- to est possi d -- the those who Lu ble Educ verne Co award qualify atio mm Time n’s Disco unity *Legislation v Pres choo ery l! requires priority enrollment be given to children with greater needs, although most children in the Luverne school district are able to participate. *Children may ride school bus home at 3:10 with an older sibling *Some transportation assistance available *Students do not need to be fully potty trained *Pick up registration forms at Community Education. Limited to 20 children/section. Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Play Dates at the Park Early Childhood Family Education Gather with parents and their children birth to 5 years of age at our beautiful Luverne City Park to connect informally on Tuesdays, May 31 - August 23, from 10:00 - 11:00 am. No planned t o p i c s or activities. No fee, but please register for Class #P240. For more information, contact Lisa J. Nath at 283-9165. 709 N Kniss Luverne MN 56156 Phone(507) 283-9191 Luverne ECFE recognizes the challenge parents face in juggling all of their responsibilities and still having the time they need for their children. ECFE invites parents to enjoy educational activities with their children and to get recharged as a parent. In ECFE classes, parents gain realistic expectations for themselves and their children. Watch the Fall Community Education brochure for the schedule of classes to begin in September. Changes for this Fall will be classes held on only Tuesday and Thursdays. Please feel free to call 283-4724 with suggestions for class times or offerings for any of our early childhood classes. Donations Support of the Community Education Opportunity Fund is welcome. Tax deductible donations and/or donations of instructor salaries will help make this fund a sustained source of opportunities. Call 283-4724 for more information. Heartland Bus fare PER RIDE Zone 1 - $2.50 Zone 2 - $4.00 Zone 3 - $5.00 Zone 4 - $6.00 A roll of 12 tokens can be purchased for: Zone 1 - $25.00 Zone 2 - $40.00 Zone 3 - $50.00 Zone 4 - $60.00 4 3 2 1 Unlimited Monthly Ride Pass Zone 1 - $45.00 Zone 2 - $72.00 Zone 3 - $90.00 Zone 4 - $108.00 Page 8 507-283-5058 Call 283-5058 for a ride! Not enough time or vehicles in your family to get everyone to the places they need to be? Heartland Express is here to help take the pressure off busy families. Service runs Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. If you have a child age PS-12th grade that needs to get to school or daycare, give us a call. Children can be placed on a permanent schedule if they ride often. Summer 2016 Soccer Fun Who: Children ages 3 years through Gr. 4 (as attended during 2015-16 school year) Where: Soccer Field West of Elem. School Rain Location: ES Multi-purpose Area Instructor: Renee Sawtelle Learn basic skills of kicking, passing, shooting and ball handling. As skills progress, games will be added. Wear tennis shoes and shin guards and bring water bottles. Payment required with registration. Limited to 20 kids/section. June Soccer Dates Fee $28/Class of 7 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays, June 8 - 29 Age 3-4 years - Class#S234 - 9:15-10:00 am Age 5-6 years - Class#S256 - 10:00-10:45 am Grades 1 & 2 - Class#S270 - 10:45-11:45 am August Soccer Dates Fee $16/Week of 4 days--M/T/W/Th Choose: August 8-11 OR August 15-18 Ages 5-6 years Time: 10:00-10:45 am Dates: Choose Below Class#S356 -- August 8 - 11 -- $16 Class#S456 -- August 15 - 18 -- $16 Grades 1 & 2 Time: 10:45-11:45 am Dates: Choose Below Class#S370 -- August 8 - 11 -- $16 Class#S470 -- August 15 - 18 -- $16 Grades 3 & 4 Page 9 Luverne Community Education Time: 9:00-10:00 am Dates: Choose Below Class#S334 -- August 8 - 11 -- $16 Class#S434 -- August 15 - 18 -- $16 Little Ninja Boys ages 3 - Grade 2 as attended during 2015-16 school year This boys-only class will incorporate obstacle courses, balance activities, and strength-building fun games that will help increase flexibility, agility and strength that every little ninja warrior needs! Dress to be outside. Wear sunscreen and tennis shoes. Payment required with registration. Limited to 15. Grades K-2 Class #L260 -- 1:00 - 2:00 pm Ages 3-5 years Class #L235 -- 2:00 - 3:00 pm Instructor: Renee Sawtelle Days: Monday/Wednesday Dates: June 13, 15, 20, 22 Time: By age/grade above Sessions: 4 Location: CE802 & Outside Fee: $20 Early Play Ball! Children ages 4 - Kindergarten as attended during 2015-16 school year have the opportunity to learn the basics of playing a ball game. They will practice the skills of running the bases, kicking the ball, being “up”, getting “out”, touching homeplate, fielding the ball, etc. Limited to 20 kids per group. Payment required with registration. Class# P218 Group 1 Mornings Time: 9:15 - 10:00 am Tuesday/Thursday -- June 9 - 30 Class# P220 Group 2 Evenings Time: 5:15 - 6:00 pm Monday/Wednesday June 8 - 29 Instructor: Renee Sawtelle Day/Time: See choice above Location: HS SB Diamond Rain Location: ES Multi-purpose Area Sessions: 7 Fee: $28/class Page 10 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 For K - 12 Girls! $15 Registration Fee Contact Rock County Girl Scouts for information and meeting times at [email protected] or call (507) 935-0405 Summer Games for Girls For Any Girl Grades K-5 as attended during 2015-16 school year Instructors: Kelly Perkins, Amy Nelson, Girl Scout Leaders, & Girl Scout Volunteers Fee: $20 per class Or **$5 per class for registered girl scouts NOTE: Summer Olympics (no charge if attending one or more of the other 3 classes.) ** Pay $20 for one (1) class and register for girl scouts, if you wish, for the 2016-17 school year--then any additional class will be $5. There will be other free and reduced rate Girl Scout events offered in Luverne and Sioux Falls all year long. Around the World Fair Play What games do kids play in England? France? China? Learn about cultures with your friends by playing games that are enjoyed by kids all around the world! For girls who attended grades K - 2. Dress for weather outside. Bowl a strike, score a goal, and give a cheer, and create your own game. Learn about popular team sports, famous female players and why playing by the rules makes it fun for everyone! This 2 session class is for girls who attended grades 2-3. Dress for weather outside. Class#: A285 Dates: Monday, August 8 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm Location: CE 802 & Outdoors Playing the Past Step back in time and learn what life was like for a girl in the 1800’s. Learn to cook, work and play like a pioneer! This 2 session class is for girls who attended grades 4-5. Dress for weather outside. Class#: P210 Days: Wednesday & Friday Dates: August 10 & August 12 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: CE 802 & Outdoors For K - 12 Girls! $15 Registration Fee Contact Rock County Girl Scouts for information and meeting times at [email protected] or call (507) 935-0405 Class#: F209 Days: Tuesday & Thursday Dates: August 9 & August 11 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm Location: CE 802 & Outdoors Apply to the Child Guide or Opportunity Fund for financial assistance with fees by May 19. Call 283-4724 for more details. Summer Olympics Day Camp Join your friends and make new ones while you compete in our wacky version of the Summer Olympics--a morning of fun and games for girls who attended grades K-5. Attend one or more classes above and this one is free. Class#: S513 Date: Saturday August 13 Rain Date: August 20 Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am Location: City Park - North Shelter House Fee: Free if attending A285, P210, and/or F209 Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 11 Family Paddling For ages 5 through adult. Join us for this family-friendly adventure at the Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls. Participants will learn basic safety and paddling strokes for kayaks and canoes and then will practice their new skills on a pond. (Children ages 5-7 will use canoes. Participants, 8 years and older, will be in kayaks.) Dress for the weather. Wear sunscreen. Absolutely no slip on shoes or flip flops. Bring some extra money for an ice cream stop on the way home. A signed liability waiver is required. Get the form from our website at http://www.isd2184.net/Community_Ed and submit it with your registration by August 3. Canoes, kayaks, life jackets and bus transportation will be provided. Registrations accepted with payment and signed waiver. All children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum 25 participants. Class #: F215 Instructor: Outdoor Campus Staff Date: Tuesday, August 9 Load Bus at Luverne Com. Ed. -- 12:15 pm Return Time: 4:00 pm Sessions: 1 Fee: $12/person & signed waiver required with registration -- bring money for ice cream Follow Along Program An Early Childhood Intervention System **A good way to learn about your child’s (baby to 36 months) health and development. **A fun way to get ideas about “what to teach” and “at what age” to teach it. **Periodic questionnaires are sent to you asking how your child is growing, playing, talking, moving and acting. **Receive sheets with fun activities for you to do with your child. For further information, contact Southwest Health & Human Services at 283-5066. Early Childhood Special Needs Find out about services available, if you have a young child, aged birth through age 6, whom you are concerned about because of . . . •slow or delayed development •speech or language difficulties •behavioral problems •a physical handicap •a chronic hearing loss •a vision loss •delayed motor skills •0r other health impairments . . . A developmental screening is available free of charge with further evaluation and appropriate services, if needed, provided through your local school district. Parents are actively involved in the process. 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For or tofunded reserve a time for fundraising, a field trip to the through grants, 1.507.283.4724 Community Education office at 283-4724 Build a path classroom,and calldonations 283-4724. from that helps lead MARCH 10, 2014 to nature . . . families andchildren businesses. LEAVE A LEGACY One brick at a time! by May 19. Build a path that helps lead children to nature . . . One brick at a time! Crazy Fun Summer Crafts LEAVE A LEGA For Grade 1 & older (as attended during past school year) Adults welcome to attend with a child and work as a pair, or do their own project. Location: CE 802 Hours: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Instructor: Renee Sawtelle Build a path that help children to nature Pallet Wall Art -- June 14 Class #P114 FEE: $15/person Prepare a pallet board, then stencil words onto it and decorate using a variety of materials. Collapsible Tent -- June 21 Class #C221 FEE: $19/person Create a fun kid’s tent, great for makebelieve play or a cozy reading nook. Wood Work Projects -- August 11 Class #W209 FEE: $12/person Put your designing skills to work to create both a wooden bird house and wooden book ends. Yarn Fun -- August 16 Class #Y216 FEE: $12/person Create your own loom to weave a cool wall hanging. Bring your favorite colors of yarn scraps or use yarn we provide. One brick at a t Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Home Alone Hands On Fun! for grades 3 & up as attended during 2015-16 school year for students attending grades 3-7 during 2015-16 school year Come experience a burst of fun and learning! Drawing from nearly 100 project areas, 4-H leaders will share some of their favorite activities. Participants will choose 3 activities for hands-on exploration. Some may complete a project that could be entered in the fair--either open class or 4-H. Limited to 20. Do not need to be in 4-H to have fun at this class. Register by June 15. Class #: H110 Instructor: 4-H Program Coordinator & 4-H Ambassadors Date: Monday, June 27 Hours: 1:00 - 5:00 pm Sessions: 1 Location: United Methodist Church Fee: $15 Register by June 15 Page 13 The reality of being home alone can evoke fear and anxiety in some children. Whether your child is alone an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, calm their fears and assure yourself that they are prepared. In this class, your child will learn personal safety tips, stranger danger, basic first aid, fire safety, handling the unexpected, internet safety, dealing with loneliness and boredom, storm safety,and dealing with siblings as well as trust and honesty at this class. Minimum 12, maximum 20. Class#: H301 Instructor: Samantha Woitalewicz Date: Wednesday, June 1 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am Location: CE 802 Sessions: 1 Fee: $25 School of Fish W ith Mike Frisch Parents--Grandparents, ask a child grade 3 & older to come to this fishing class taught by a professional fisherman and guide. Kids will learn to tie a fishing knot and rig their own slip-bobber set-up. Simple, yet meaningful life lessons are included as well. Each child will leave ready to fish with a new rod and reel, tackle in a tackle box, School of Fish resource book, a $10 Cabela’s gift card, a KLN Snack Pack, a t-shirt and more. In addition one School of Fish graduate will be drawn for the opportunity to be a guest on Fishing the Midwest TV show. Limited to 20. Opportunity Grants available. Class #: S148 Instructor: Mike Frisch Each ch ild rece fishing Date: Thursday, June 2 produc ives ts value Hours: 1:00 - 4:00 pm d at over onal i s s e f o r $50 P e d i Location: CE802 u an & G Fisherm Fee: $30.00/child OR adult/child pair **includes all the fishing gear listed above Thank you to St. Catherine’s Knights of Columbus for co-sponsoring this activity. Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 14 Missoula Children’s Theatre for ages Kdg - 18 years Missoula Children’s Theatre presents RUMPELSTILTSKIN, an original adaptation of the classic children’s story conceived and written by Don Kukla, with music and staging by Michael McGill. A strange little gnome appears from here, there and everywhere. He will spin your straw into gold...for a price. If his price is too steep, you must guess his name... RUMPELSTILTSKIN! Join in the fun of Festival Time and help Clara guess the mischievous little gnome’s name. You will also encounter a Jester, Villagers, Wizards, a Queen, a King, Knights and a band of busy little Bees. This heart-warming tale of mischief and friendship answers more questions than just “What is that little man’s name?” Missoula Children’s Theatre, the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, arrives with a set, lights, costumes, props and make-up, everything it takes to put on a play...except the cast. They are looking for 60 local students that want to further develop characteristics such as creativity, social skills, goal achievement, communication skills and self-esteem through participation in the performing arts. The show is rehearsed throughout the week and two public performances are presented on Friday evening and Saturday morning. Also included in the residency are three enrichment workshops. This unique, educational opportunity is being brought to the community through a joint effort by the Blue Mound Area Theatre, the Green Earth Players, and Community Education. NOTE: Since all participants will be cast, make sure your child has a clear schedule for the entire week of July 11-16 to attend all rehearsals required for their role. There is a discounted early registration fee. Refunds requested after June 9 will be 1/2 refunds. No refunds after June 30. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed at the conclusion of Monday’s audition. Cast members scheduled for the full 4½ hours of rehearsal will be asked to bring a sack lunch. Registrations will be accepted first come, first serve with registration fee. Location: St. Catherine Church July 11 - 14 & Palace Theatre July 15 & 16 Rehearsals: July 11 - 16 Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 12:00, 12:30 – 2:30* (12:00 – 12:30 break for lunch – bring your own) *The first 2 hours of Monday’s rehearsal at St. Catherine’s Church Hall will include group auditions (all participants will be cast); not all students are required at every rehearsal (schedule will be provided after auditions.) Two Performances: Friday, July 15 at 7 pm and Saturday, July 16 at 10:00 am Register for Class# by age: Use age as of July 11, 2016 (once maximum enrollment is reached, names will be placed on a waiting list) Class #R1716: Kdgtn. through age 7 (16 maximum) Class #R2525: Ages 8 – 11 (24 maximum) Class #R3019: Ages 12 – 18 (20 maximum) Class #R4124: Asst. Directors: age 12 – 18 (4 maximum) Fee: $40.00 ($35 paid by June 9.) NOTE: Participants withdrawing from class after June 9 will be refunded 1/2 the paid fee. No refunds given after June 30. Additional Optional Costs: T-shirts, Performance Tickets will be $5.00/person Summer 2016 Page 15 Luverne Community Education FamilyU After School Child Care (Kdg - Grade 5) This child care program, which runs yearround for students in grades K- 5, is located in Elementary School Room 210. Care is provided from 3:10 to 5:30 on school days and continues full days during the summer months in conjunction with Community Education’s Morning Rec program. No care is provided during holiday breaks, on all-day inservice days or on days when school is dismissed early because of weather. Children participate in games, arts and crafts, character building and self-esteem activities. Children play outside daily, weather permitting. During the school year, time is set aside for homework and reading. During the summer, field trips, swimming lessons, library outings and more are planned into each week. Program fee for full time care during the school year is $22/ week. During the summer, rates are $62/week for the half days during the weeks of Morning Rec and $97/week for the weeks of full days. There is an additional summer activity fee. Register at Community Education in May for morning rec.Payments are due in advance for every 2 weeks. Registrations are accepted throughout the year if there are openings. Names may be placed on a wait list for available openings with a 2 week ($44) non-refundable deposit fee that will be applied to your first child care payment. First priority is given to year round care, then school year care. On April 1, if there are no summer openings, the deposit fee will be refunded. On August 1, if there are no school year openings, the deposit fee will be refunded. Call 283-4724 with questions. Just for Kids - ADVENTURE Day Camps For All Students Grades 1 - 4 -- Register according to grade attended during the 2015-16 school year. Sponsored by University of Minnesota 4-H with Community Education. Adventure Games! An Amazing Race! Adventure game day will be alive with some new activities! “Scrabble” some fun with foods. “Guess Who” when you make your own frame of photographs. Challenge your creativity with a “Rube Goldberg machine”. Bring your best “Charades” for some performing arts. “Cherry-O” with some gardening seeds. Go “Around the World” with your global connections. Create a “Life” on the farm with livestock! Class size is limited to 40. As a team, you will expereince an adventure full of challenges and science doing an amazing race of fun projects throughout the fairgrounds. You will experience 12 different areas of learning fun including wildlife, gardening, aerospace, nutrition, health and much more! Class size limited to 40. Class #: A200 Instructor: 4-H Coordinator & 4-H Ambassadors Date: Friday, June 10 Hours: 9:00 - 12:00 noon Sessions: 1 Location: Fairgrounds 4-H Foodstand Fee: $15.00 Class #: A240 Instructor: 4-H Coordinator & 4-H Ambassadors Date: Friday, July 8 Hours: 9:00 - 12:00 noon Sessions: 1 Location: Fairgrounds 4-H Foodstand Fee: $15.00 Summer 2016 Page 16 Luverne Community Education DNR Hunter Education Firearms Safety Instructor Training The Minnesota DNR needs more instructors in our area! This training class is to become a certified volunteer instructor to teach the Field Day for the online Firearms Safety Course, as well as teach the Classroom Firearms Safety Course. Pre-registration is required to attend a training session. Participants must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check. There is no fee to attend. Please bring a pen and the completed prerequisite paperwork to the training session. For questions call 507 251-0041. Class #: Register for this class on the DNR Website: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ index.html Go to the Education and Safety Tab, click on safety training instructors and then click on Safety Instructor Course Calendar. Instructor: RTO Dan McBroom Day: Tuesday, June 7 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Location: CE 802 Fee: No Charge -- Register at DNR website. Preparing Bee Colonies for a SW Minnesota Winter This two hour class will focus on the beekeeping tasks to prepare bee colonies to survive a harsh SW Minnesota winter. Class topics include: fall inspection, late summer varroa mite control, fall feeding recommendations, winter ventilation requirements, and wrapping of bee hives. The class is offered for those who attended spring Introduction to Beekeeping classes, or active beekeepers who want to improve winter survival of bee colonies. Class #: B280 Instructor: Rev. Tim Olsen Day: Tuesday, August 23 Hours: 7:00 - 9:00 pm Sessions: 1 Location: CE 802 Fee: $10 Walleye School A Fishin’ with Frisch Presentation WHY aren’t the fish biting? Come, and you will learn more than a thing or two from professional fisherman, Mike Frisch, with 30 years of experience. He comes with wins and high placings in tournaments. He has published how-to articles for Cabela’s, Minnesota Sportsman, Midwest Outdoors and is a part of the popular TV show Fishing the Midwest with Bob Jensen. He loves what he does and is coming to Luverne to provide instruction on finding and catching the elusive walleye! Techniques covered include jig fishing, shallow-water live bait rigging, bottom bouncer fishing, crankbait trolling, vertical jigging and deep-water live bait rigging. Mike uses an actual sonar/GPS unit with power in class for teaching and demonstration. Learning to be good with your sonar/GPS can increase your walleye fishing success tremendously! That teaching in itself will be worth the price of the class! Class #: W132 Instructor: Mike Frisch Date: Thursday, June 2 Hours: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Location: CE802 Fee: $30 Summer 2016 Page 17 Luverne Community Education Aerobics/Strength Combo Pump up your fitness with this fun, easy-tofollow choreographed, cardiovascular workout that incorporates stretching and strength building using hand weights. Please bring up to 5 pound hand weights. Class#: A238 Instructor: Diana Erickson Days: Tuesdays Dates: May 31 - June 28 Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Sessions: 5 Location: ES Multi-purpose Area Fee: $27 -- bring 5# hand weights or lighter Yoga Yoga is beneficial for strengthening and lengthening muscles, calming your mind and increasing flexibility. Body alignment, breathing awareness, and balance are emphasized for various levels of fitness. Group 1: Class# Y231 May 24 - June 30 Group 2: Class# Y232 July 14 - August 23 Instructor: Diana Erickson Days: Tuesday/Thursdays Dates: See Choice Above Time: 7:30 - 8:30 am Sessions: 12 Location: ES Library Fee: $63/group Please bring a yoga mat. *Denotes instructor will donate salary to the Opportunity Fund. Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Parent Class for Student Driver Education Class #D216 -- June 20 7:00 - 8:30 pm -- HS Room 121 Call 283-4724 to Register -- No Fee Experts on young driver behavior strongly agree that more effective parental involvement in supervising novice drivers holds significant promise for further reducing young driver crashes. The required 50 hours of supervised student driving is reduced down to 40 hours with this class. Open to all parents with children who have permits now or who will take the class in June. Classroom/Behind the Wheel ensive Driving Class Student Driver Education 1) June 20-24 & June 27-July 1 9 am - Noon 2) June 20-24 & June 27-July 1 1:30- 4:30 pm Fee: $300 due with registration Class meets in HS Room 121. Call 283-4724 for availability. Registrations began in January. This program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. “Striving for Excellence in Rehabilitation and Wellness” Serving The Luverne Community — — — — — — Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Hand Therapy Women’s Health Services Occupational Health Services Michelle Schuman, PT and Connie VandeVelde Make Your Appointment Today! 507-449-2003 Right Next Door To Power Fitness 106 N Cedar St. Luverne, MN Page 18 Summer Exercise Challenge Would you take a SEC to improve your health? It will take more than just a second for the Summer Exercise Challenge, but Prairie Rehabilitation staff is willing to offer support! The challenge is simple -- increase your activity over the summer by accumulating your walking distance, running miles, and biking miles to make your way Across Rock County, Around Rock County or even Across Minnesota! The challenge begins at Prairie Rehabilitation (106 N. Cedar) on the evening of June 1 with an initial visit to measure weight, inches, flexibility, and general strength; rate current activity level; discuss exercise options; and set personal goals. (Be sure to sign up for a time when you register.) A midway “checkup” will be the evening of July 6 to see how you are doing, followed by an August 10 celebration at Prairie Rehabilitation! Participants will come in to re-measure everything and CELEBRATE! Join us for the Summer Exercise Challenge! Class#: S490 Instructor: Michelle Schuman, PT & Prairie Rehabilitation Staff Members Day: Wednesday Evenings--Sign up for a 10 minute appt. time as you register. Dates: June 1, July 6, August 10 Sessions: 3 Loc: Prairie Rehabilitation 106 N Cedar Fee: $10/person www.isd2184.net Summer 2016 Page 19 Luverne Community Education ABE - ESL - GED Citizenship Classes Free classes are open to those who are 17 or older and who do not attend any school. You may begin any time. Child care and transportation are available upon request, for daytime classes only. ABE—Adult Basic Education classes—free online option to work on English skills, study for the GED or prepare for college in the comfort of your home or local library. ESL (English as a Second Language): This is instruction to those whose native language is not English. Sometimes referred to as English Language Learning (ELL). ESL classes from the pre-literacy level to the advanced level, help students develop speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar skills to communicate effectively and function successfully within their workplaces, communities, and families. GED (General Educational Development): This is a program which prepares students to pass the examination for a national high school equivalency diploma that includes a set of five tests (Math, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, and Science). Citizenship: This program prepares non-US citizens for US citizenship. Preparation would include preparing an application for citizenship and English language instruction if needed. Summer ESL Schedule May 23 - July 6 Monday/ Tuesday/Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30 am South Side of School HS Room168 Questions: Call 283-4724 GED/ABE by appointment only Luverne Alternative School Students (grades 9-12 through age 21) are able to earn their high school diploma by completing their course work at our Alternative School. Students may attend on a full time basis or be dual enrolled in the high school. There are options available for those 21 years old and older wishing to further their education. Should you know of a potential student, please feel free to contact Superintendent Craig Oftedahl at 283-8088. Big Buddies Of Rock County Big Buddies Needs YOU! Big Buddies is seeking mentors for children living in our community. Growing up is hard work! A mentor can make the difference as to whether or not a child succeeds in developing the self-esteem and confidence necessary to grow into a healthy, productive adult. 5 Top Reasons to Mentor 1. Have Fun 2. Gain Personal fulfillment. 3. Expose a child to opportunities they might not otherwise have. 4. Help a child make better life choices. 5. Form a meaningful relationship. Find out how easy it is to make a difference in a child’s life. For information or an application, contact Lisa J. Nath at (507) 283-1302. “A mentoring program making a difference in the lives of Rock County Kids.” Meulebroeck, Taubert & Co., PLLP Certified Public Accountants P.O. Box 685 • 109 S. Freeman • Luverne, MN 56156 507-283-4055 Experienced tax preparers with offices in Luverne, Pipestone, Marshall, Tyler & Lake Wilson • Tax planning and preparation • Accounting and bookkeeping services • Payroll services • Quickbooks set-up and assistance Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Page 20 A Member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. www.mnwest.edu • 800-658-2330 • [email protected] 60 credit two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree Health Information Technology A.A.S. Degree Minnesota West offers two program options related to Health Information Management careers: including a Diploma in Medical Coding Specialist, and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology. Health Information Technicians analyze, secure, and maintain patient health information. Health Information Technicians compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of the health care industry. Other duties may include processing, maintaining, compiling and reporting patient information for health requirements and standards using the medical coding system. Medical Coding Specialists work closely with other health care professionals in coding diagnosis and procedures on patient medical records, analyzing medical records for completeness of documentation, working with insurance companies, and reimbursement procedures. FIND A CAREER MAKE AN IMPACT Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Page 21 FIND A CAREER MAKE AN IMPACT Pharmacy Technology Diploma Program prepares graduates for entry level careers working under the direction of a trained and licensed Pharmacist in retail, clinic or hospital settings. A Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist in all aspects of prescription processing, customer services, and administrative duties in accordance with the standard written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of a professional pharmacist. Pharmacy Technicians will perform different duties depending on the practice setting in which they are employed. In general, a Pharmacy Technician may perform the following duties: receive and verify prescriptions, and prepare medications for customers/patients through mixing, counting and labeling prescriptions. Pharmacy Technicians also consult with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient information, allergies, and lab results to determine optimal patient care. This program prepares graduates for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam which is necessary for certification. earn your diploma in just one year www.mnwest.edu • 800-658-2330 • [email protected] A Member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. Page 22 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 August 29 State Fair Trip Class#: S480 Tour Guide: Anne Foley Date: Monday, August 29 2808S16 Mon., August 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. at 6:00 am Arrive Home: 11:00 Depart29 from: Luverne Community Education $65 Depart: Shopko Parking Lot Coordinator: Anne FoleyWorthington Shopko 6:30 am Arrive Home: 10:30 pm MN STATE FAIR Plan to join us for this fun adventure to the “Great Minnesota GetTogether”. The Minnesota State Fair is full of exhibits, stage shows, educational sights, a daily 2:00 p.m. State Fair Mall Parade, great food, interesting people, and lots of fun! We are planning this trip specifically for agesat65 up,fair butisall ages are welcome for to come along thisbut is all The Great Minnesota Get-Together theand State planned specifically ages 65 and-up, the Senior Day at the Fair. Let us do the driving and the parking; you ages are welcome to come along and enjoy Senior Day! Let us do the driving and the parking; you can can relax and enjoy this action-packed day! Reading Bus Lines will relax and enjoy the day full of exhibits, shows, educational a daily 2:00 pmbeMall Parade, depart fromstage Worthington Shopko at sights, 6:30 a.m. There will a rest stop on the way to the Fair. All meals will be on your own expense. great food, interesting people, and lots of fun! There will be a rest stop on the way to the Fair. All Departure from the Fairgrounds will be at 6:30 p.m. with a rest stop on meals will be on your own expense. stopbe onstopping the way home, but nosostop forsupper supper, the wayThere home,will butbe wea rest will not for a meal, enjoy so enjoy a meal at the Fair before leave. at thewe Fair before we leave. pm Fee: $65/Bus Ride & Fair Ticket (meals are on your own) Guthrie Theater Bus Trip 23RD ANNUAL South Pacific International Festival Sunday, June 26 FRIDAY, JULY 8TH & SATURDAY, JULY 9TH Nobles County Government Center Downtown Worthington Learn Together Live Together Class: #S290 Date: Sunday, June 26 Registration Deadline: May 10 Leave Time: Sioux Falls Active Generation 7:45 am Play Together Luverne Com Ed 8:15 am -- Worthington Shopko 8:45 am A community celebration Return Home: 7:30 Worthington, 8:00 Luverne, 8:30 Sioux Falls Fee: $85 covers costofofculture bus ride and ticket. Meal cost will be on your own. andtheater diversity!! THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! INTERNATIONAL FESTIVA One of the most celebrated and lauded musicals in American theater, this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic contains a treasure trove of memorable songs from “Bali Hai” to “There is Nothin’ Like a Dame” to “Some Enchanted Evening.” Set in an island paradise during World War II, this sweeping romance tells the story of two couples – a U.S. Navy nurse and a French planter, and a Marine Corps lieutenant and a young local girl – and how their happiness is threatened by the dangers of war and prejudices of their times. We will stop for a mid-morning food break and a supper stop after the play. Summer 2016 Maximize Social Security There are hundreds of options associated with your Social Security retirement benefits. The choices can be overwhelming. One mistake can be costly. Designed for those 55-62 years, this class will help you sort through the red tape and options, to ensure what you choose is right for you. Information only --no products will be sold. Class #: S253 Instructor: Robert Bolger, Thrivent Financial Day: Monday, June 6 Times: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Sessions: 1 Location: CE 802 Fee: $5.00* Insurance products issued or offered by Thrivent Financial, the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Appleton, WI. Not all products are available in all states. Securities and investment advisory services are offered through Thrivent Investment Management Inc., 625 Fourth Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55415, a FINRA and SIPC member and a wholly owned subsidiary of Thrivent. Thrivent Financial representatives are registered representatives of Thrivent Investment Management Inc. They are also licensed insurance agents/producers of Thrivent. For additional important information, visit Thrivent.com/disclosures. Page 23 Luverne Community Education NAVIGATE TO YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS With sound guidance today—and down the road We work with you to create a financial strategy that changes as your life does to help you reach a place of confidence in your finances. You’ll have access to a full range of products and services like insurance and annuities. And more than 100 years of experience helping Christian families reach their goals and strengthen their communities. Contact me today. Robert Bolger Financial Associate 309 W. Edgehill St., Suite 2 Loveme, MN 56156 507-449-0250 Keeping the Farm/Business in the Family This class will answer your estate planning and asset protection questions for both Minnesota and South Dakota residents. Learn more about wills, trusts, living wills and incapacity planning, business entity planning, asset and wealth protection strategies (asset loss protection from the nursing home), medicaid assistance, charitable giving and legacy planning. Class instructor, Dominic Smith, comes highly recommended by Thrivent Financial. After working as a lawyer in Sioux Falls for 9 years, Dominic started his own business in Marshall focusing solely on estate planning. Class #: K186 Instructor: Dominic Smith Date: Tuesday, June 14 Times: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Sessions: 1 Location: CE 802 Fee: $5.00* Appleton, Wisconsin • Minneapolis, Minnesota Thrivent.com • 800-847-4836 27722 R3-14 **Denotes instructor will donate salary to the Opportunity Fund. Follow Us! Facebook -- Luverne Community Education Facebook -- Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom, Luverne MN Facebook -- Discovery Time Preschool, Luverne MN Great Websites! Parenting Information by Age Group -- helpmegrowmn.org Luverne Community Education -- www.isd2184.net/Community_Ed/index.html Discovery Time Preschool -- www.isd2184.net/~a.janiszeski/Mrs_Janiszeski/Welcome.html Summer 2016 Farmer MarketStylePlant Sale Luverne Community Education Page 24 Rock County Master GardenerMay Saturday 16, 2014 Garden 12th Annual Plant Sale – 11:00 a.m. 8:00 Saturday, May 21 Tour Bomgaar’s Parking Lot Bomgaar’s Parking Lot te Hatting, Luverne No ime 9:30321 AM --W. Noon wT Ne Gardeners: Join the Rock County Master Gardeners for Shoppers: Pre-registration is necessary in order to Gardeners: bring your extra pretheir annual garden tour. The bus will leave Bring your extra pre-pricedperennials, annuals, priced perennials, annuals, etc. to sell. promptly at 6:30 pm from the south side of etc. to sell the school to tour gardens in the Luverne area. (No professional growers.) Shoppers: get Get some great buys on plants! secure seating. Rain date will be June 21. some great buys Each vendor will be paid separately Class #: G150 on plants! (No Professional Growers) Hours: 6:00 pm load the bus-return by approximately 9:00 pm Questions: Call Day: Monday Rain Day: Tuesday Rain or Shine the Extension office Date: June 20 Rain Date: June 21 at 283-1302. Questions: Call Lynn at 283-4252 Sessions: 1 Location: CE Parking Lot MASTER GARDENER – Rock County Fee: $10.00 prepaid by 4:00 www.extension.umn.edu/master-gardener on June 16 $15.00 after June 16 (NOTE: Com. Ed. is closed on Fridays during the summer.) Minnesota Twins Cleveland Indians Bus Trip Class: #T220 vs. Date: Sunday, July 17 Departure Times: Sioux Falls Active Generations--7:00 am Luverne Com. Ed Parking Lot--7:30 AM Worthington Shopko--8:00 am Game Time: 1:10 pm (Seats -- Family Section 311, Rows 1-4) Coordinator: Karen & Mark Willers Fee: $79/Ticket, includes Hot Dog, Soda & Bus Breakfast Stop: McDonalds, Mankato Supper Stop: Old Country Buffet, Mankato (Meal costs at McDonalds and Old Country Buffet are on your own.) Evening Drop off: Worthington 8:30, Luverne 9:00, Sioux Falls 9:30 Summer 2016 Page 25 Luverne Community Education Defensive Driving Keep your car insurance discount by attending National Safety Council classes. Advance registration required by calling 2834724. Make checks payable to Community Education and mail to 709 N Kniss, Luverne MN 56156. Please include your driver license number. See dates below. Full 8 Hour Class #807: Luverne Nov. 7 & 14 5:30 - 9:30 pm Fee: $25/prepaid or $30/day of class Refresher 4 Hour Classes: #428: Luverne May 19 8:30 am - 12:30 pm #445: Luverne June 16 5:30 - 9:30 pm #450: Luverne August 25 5:30 - 9:30 pm Fee: $20/prepaid or $25/day of class Location: CE802 Instructors: Jim Harner, Joe Roberts I N S U R A N C E 808 S. Kniss (Hwy 75) Phone 507-283-2381 P.O. Box 596 Fax 507-283-4688 Luverne,MN56156-0596 [email protected] buffaloridgeins.com Bring in your Luverne Lanes for current policy a comparison today! Corey & Lisa Schneekloth owners 117 N. Cedar Luverne, MN 56156 507-283-8172 For All Your Insurance & Investment Needs! 212 South Kniss, Luverne (507) 283-3704 or (877) 631-3704 www.kozlowski-insurance.com Pipestone 888-825-3366 s these local businesses Mike & Wanda Jarchow, Owners Luverne, MN 56156 877.894.4990 507.283.9664 Cell: 507.227.3017 [email protected] ware et 6 61 .net 102 E. Maple Luverne, MN 56156 (507) 283-9151 South Hwy. 75, Luverne, MN • 507-283-8383 or 1-800-258-4471 E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.cattnach.com Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education S u m m e r Page 26 R e c r e a t i o n THANK YOU for supporting the youth in our community. The following organizations make it possible to keep participation fees at a reasonable cost! Students/parents also help with fundraising activities. *City of Luverne *Rock County *Luverne Rotary Club *Schomacker Cleaning *Luverne VFW *Hardwick American Legion *Luverne Optimist Club *Buffalo Ridge Insurance *Luverne Community Ed *Herman Motors *Luverne Baseball Association *M & L Electric *Glen’s Food Center *KQAD - K101 Radio *LHS Student Council *Sudenga Communications *Exchange State Bank *Lewis Family Drug *Rock County Star Herald *Knology *Continental Western *McClure Electric *Papik Motors *Gold ‘n Plump *Total Card, Inc. *First Farmers & Merchants Bank *Luverne Kawasaki *Print Express*Franken Construction*Remmedez *Salon 75*Blue Stem*Remax Realty *McClure Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Registration Deadline is May 19 for all summer recreation programs unless otherwise specified. Save money by paying ahead of registration deadlines. Registrations, Late Fees & Refunds Registration in a class is confirmed when your payment is received. A $5.00 late fee will be added to payments made after registration deadlines. If you withdraw from a class after the registration deadline, 1/2 of your registration fee will be refunded. If you withdraw from a class after the first day of class, there will be no refund. Due to the fact that we hire supervisors and assistants, pay insurance and order supplies based on registration numbers, we must follow this policy. Please check your calendars for conflicts before signing up for classes. Thank you for your cooperation. Financial Aid Available We want all children to participate in activities. We have funds available to help with fees or there are opportunities to exchange work hours for fees. Contact Community Education 283-4724 by May 19, if interested. Class Supervision Policy Parents: Realize that supervisors/coaches have other responsibilities and in most cases will need to adhere to the start and end times of classes very closely. Please do not drop your child off early for class and make arrangements to pick up your child promptly. There is no supervision ahead of the start time and the supervisor may need to leave immediately at the end time for his next activity. Take time to show your child where the Community Education office is located on the south side of the building. If he/she is ever unsure of what to do or is scared, direct them to go to Community Education to find an adult that will help. Parent Conduct Parent(s) wishing to discuss an issue or idea with a coach or supervisor may schedule an appointment to talk to the coach, supervisor or summer recreation director 24 hours after the game or event. Parents are not allowed to enter a dugout or field of play to voice concerns during a game or event. Page 27 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 A c t i v i t i e s & Weather Announcements Severe Weather Policy Community Education/Summer Recreation umpires, coaches, and teachers have been directed to stop outdoor activities when threatening weather conditions occur. The head umpire makes the decision regarding suspension or cancellation during games. The activity supervisor makes the call at activities. **visible lightning or audible thunder--suspend and move to safe area until 30 minutes after last occurrence of thunder/lightning or cancel game/activity **severe weather warning--suspend and move to safe area until the warning expires or cancel game/activity P o l i c i e s Field and weather conditions are checked about one hour before an activity is to begin. As soon as the decision is made to cancel, KQAD/800 AM--K101/101.1 FM radio station is notified. Announcements will also be placed on the website at www.isd2184.net under Community Education. The path to the link is listed below on the website information. Other sites to check are twitter@ Luvsumrec, Facebook@Luverne Community Ed Summer Rec. Camp Policy Camps are open to residents of Luverne School District first. Others accepted as space is available. 8/25/09 4:43 PM Visit our school website at www.isd2184.net Luverne Public Schools Home About LPS Schools Parent Quick Links Select the Community Education Website > Contacts > JMC Parent Access Staff Links Teacher Sites Activities Community Ed Look forTuesday, Cancellations Here August 25 Today Wednesday, August 26 9:00am Tennis: Girls Varsity > Pay Schools Friday, August 28 > Activities Schedule 9:00am Tennis: Girls Varsity > School Calendar 4:00pm Cross Country: Varsity Monday, August 31 > Lunch Menu Schedule 12:00pm Tennis: Girls Varsity Tuesday, September 1 Staff Inservice 7:30pm Volleyball: Varsity Wednesday, September 2 Staff Inservice Events shown in time zone: GMT (no daylight saving) Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Activ e Va rie ty Safe Page 28 Peer H elpers Fun Arts & Crafts s d n ie r F Let your child be creative and connect with friends a couple times a week! This class involves hands-on work with various art and craft projects for students who attended grades K-5 during the past year. Bring a paint shirt, and grocery bags to carry projects home. Note: A 3rd grader who prefers easier projects may attend with K-2 or for more difficult projects, attend with the 4 & 5th graders. Instructor: Jeanne Prekker Sessions: 10 Location: HS Art Room Fee: $30 (OR paid by May 19--$25) Class # A402: Grades K-3 at 1:00-1:45 pm Class #A405: Grades 3-5 at 2:00-2:45 pm Days: Monday and Wednesday Dates: June 1 - July 6 No class on July 4 Morning Recreation Need a place for your child to be active and connect with friends this summer? Morning Rec is the spot to be for students who attended grades K-5 during the past school year. They will enjoy indoor and outdoor activities, table games and group games with their friends under the supervision of a teacher and the high school peer helpers. Along with the regular activities, NEW mini sports camps will be added this year. Each week a different sport will be featured using games and activities to practice introductory skills, encouraging good sportsmanship, with mentorship provided by small group leaders/ student athletes who love sports and children. Tennis shoes are required! Care provided Monday through Thursdays, from 7:45 - 11:45 am only, so please pick up your child promptly at 11:45. No class on Fridays or holidays. Class #: M530 Instructor: April Wallace Hours: 7:45 - 11:45 am Days: Only Monday through Thursday Dates: May 23 -- July 7 No class on May 30/July 4 Session: 7 weeks Location: Cardinal Gym/Elem. Commons Fee: $45 (OR paid by May 19--$40) N EW Football Volleyball Mini Soccer Sports Camps Hockey Baseball Basketball Softball Summer 2016 Page 29 Luverne Community Education Wrestling Clinic for grades K- 6 as attended during 2015 - 16 This four day camp, for students who attended grades K-6 during the past school year, teaches and reviews the basics of takedowns, breakdowns, pins, and getting away from the bottom. Helpful for all levels of wrestlers! There will be plenty of games and team-building activities such as dodgeball, football and ultimate frisbee. Participants will be grouped by size, age, and experience. Class#: W295 Instructor: Tony Johnson, Head Coach and members of LHS Wrestling Team Day: M/T/W/TH Dates: June 27, 28, 29, 30 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Location: South Small Gym Fee: $30 (OR paid by May 19--$25) Golf Camp for grades 3 - 8 as attended during 2015 - 16 Students who attended grades 3-8 during the past school year have a great opportunity to learn golf techniques and etiquette at this week long camp. Practice is held right at the Luverne Country Club, co-sponsor of this program. Bring your own golf clubs. Be On Time as the bus leaves promptly from CE parking lot. Separate sessions offered for boys and girls. See times listed below Instructor: John Sichmeller, Varsity Coach Dates: M/T/W/TH -- July 11, 12, 13, 14 Location: Load Bus at Com. Ed. Travel to Luverne Country Club Fee: $45 (OR paid by May 19--$40) Class #G315: GIRLS Golf Class #G310: BOYS Golf Bus Back at: 11:15 am Class Times: 10:00 - 11:00 am Bus Back at: 10:15 am Class Times: 9:00 - 10:00 am Bus Loads: 9:45 am Bus Loads: 8:45 am Page 30 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Gymnastics -- use grade attended during 2015-16 school year -Registrations accepted only with payment. Wear appropriate clothing to class, and put long hair up. Location: North Small Gym Instructor: Staff Preschool -- for children age 4 by June 1 through pre-kindergarten Class #: G450 May 31 - June 3 Date: Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri Time: 9:00 - 9:50 am OR Class #: G456 June 6 - 9 Date: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs Time: 9:00 - 9:50 am Dates/Days/Times: Choose Class From Above Sessions: 4/class Fee: $45/class (OR paid by May 19--$40) List t-shirt size when registering Grades K - 5 use grade attended during past year Class #: G460 May 31 - June 3 Date: Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri Time: 10:00 am - Noon OR Class #: G466 June 6 - 9 Date: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs Time: 10:00 am - Noon Dates/Days/Times: Choose Class From Above Sessions: 4/class Fee: $55/class (OR paid by May 19--$50) List t-shirt size when registering Grades 6 - 12 HS Camp for Luverne High School gymnasts. Class #: G470 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Sessions: 6 weeks (No Class July 5 & 7) Times: May 31 - June 9 -- 6:30 - 8:00 pm June 14 - July 14 -- 10:30 am - Noon Fee: $40 (OR paid by May 19--$35) List t-shirt size when registering High School Activities REQUIRED Athlete - Parent Meeting August 15 - 7:00 pm Cardinal Gym Fall Sports Begin -- August 15 Advanced for those who attended competitive gymnastics during 2015-16 school year Class #: G480 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Sessions: 6 weeks (No Class July 5 & 7) Times: May 31 - June 9 -- 5:00 - 6:30 pm June 14 - July 14 -- 9:00 - 10:30 am Fee: $85 (OR paid by May 19--$80) List t-shirt size when registering Financial Help Available There is an Opportunity Fund available for everyone to help with paying fees. To request financial assistance, fill out the form at the Community Education office by May 19. Call 283-4724 with questions. Summer 2016 Page 31 Luverne Community Education Running for Grades 3-8 Track & Field Meets This class, for boys and girls who attended grades 3-8 during the past school year. No athletic experience or ability is necessary. The main focus is running as a way to stay healthy and develop self-confidence. Beginning distances will be minimal and achievable for any novice runner. Distances slowly increase every week. Runners will set their own pace when they complete a 5k run (3.1 miles) at the end. Competitors of all ages are welcome to have fun running, jumping & throwing. Events include the 50, 100, 200, 400 and 800 meter dash, 1600 meter run, 400 meter relay, long jump and softball throw. Ribbons will be awarded to the top six place winners. Choose one, two or all three meets. Class #: R158 Instructor: Pete Janiszeski Days: Mondays/Wednesdays Dates: June 1 - July 6 No practice July 4 Hours: 8:00 - 9:30 am Session: 6 weeks Location: East side of high school (front) Fee: $30 (Or paid by May 19 -- $25) Track Practice & State Track Meet -- Twin Cities in Motion Anyone ages 7-12 may attend the practices to get a taste of what track and field is all about. You will prepare and practice the different events that are a part of the State Track Meet. Use birthdate as of December 31, 2016. The state track meet will be held in Marshall on June 25. Competition is friendly and fun. Everyone is a winner! Registration information may be picked up at community education office. There is a small fee if you decide to participate at the state meet. For questions, contact Pete Janiszeski at 449-0652. Class #: T280 Practice Dates: June 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23 Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm Instructor: Pete Janiszeski Location: High School Track Fee: $15 (Or $10 paid by May 19) ***plus State Meet fee paid at meet Class #: T302 Monday, June 6 Class #: T305 Monday, June 20 Class #: T307 Monday, July 11 Instructor: Pete Janiszeski Hours: 6:00 pm Session: 1 Location: HS Track Fee: $5.00/meet Weather announcements will be posted on the Community Education link of the school website www.isd2184.net or announced on 101.1 FM or 800 AM radio stations. Does Your Child Need .........another adult role model? .........to spend more time with peers? .........fun things to do after school? .........a more active lifestyle? The Child Guide program’s goal is to build assets in children so they can lead a more productive and happy life by connecting them to activities and getting them involved. Child guide will help connect children to different activities, will help with rides to and from activities, and will help pay participation fees. Contact: Mrs. Lisa Dinger, Child Guide Luverne Elementary School 283-4497 Page 32 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Summer Softball and Baseball Grades K - 12 T-ball, Softball & Baseball The Winter Brochure carried registration information, allowing time to plan schedules, hire coaches, order equipment, etc. New students to the district should call 283-4724 to see if there are any roster spots open. Schedules (games begin after Memorial Day) are sent home on the last day of school with students. Schedules will also be available in the CE office and on the school website at www.isd2184.net. Select Community Education along the top, and then the Summer Recreation link on the left hand side. The days of play for grades K - 6 are listed below. Grades K-2 T-Ball: Boys M/W mornings -- Girls T/Th mornings Grades 2/3 Girls League: Games--M/W Evenings, Practice T/Th AM Grades 3/4 Minor League: Games--T/Th evenings, Practice W AM Grades 5/6 Major League: Games--M/W evenings, Practice T/Th AM Check for Weather Cancellations Your child may bring their own cap and choose to wear it under our helmets, or they may bring their own personal helmet if it is NOCSAE approved. at www. isd2184.net, then to Com. Ed. link, then to Announcements OR listen to Luverne radio stations FM101.1 or AM800. Vacation Bible School Church Date Time Phone American Reformed June 6-10 Morning 283-8600 Bethany Lutheran August 13 All Day 283-4571 First Baptist July 18-22 Morning 283-4091 First Presbyterian August 1 - 4 Evening 283-4787 Grace Lutheran May 23 - 27 Morning 283-4431 Living Rock Church June 20 - 24 Evening 449-0057 Luverne Christian Reformed May 23 - 26 Evening 227-0046 St. Catherine Catholic May 23 - 26 Afternoon 283-8071 St. John Lutheran May 23 - 26 Evening 283-2316 United Methodist August 1 - 4 Evening 283-4529 Zion Lutheran August 1 - 4 Evening 920-9279 Page 33 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Elementary Football Camp MS Football Clinic NE K-2 W m atte ay nd! This is a non-contact camp for students who attended grades 5-7 during the past school year. Participants will be introduced and prepared for a new level of football. In case of bad weather, the camp will be moved to the Cardinal Gym. This class is for girls and boys who attended grades K - 4 during the past school year. Have some fun while you learn more about football! In case of bad weather, the camp will be moved to the Cardinal Gym. Class #: F240 Days: Monday & Tuesday Dates: July 18, 19 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am Instructor: Coach Oye & LHS Staff Sessions: 2 Location: Football Field Fee: $25 (OR paid by June 21 -- $20) includes shirt -- list size when registering Class #: F245 Days: Monday, Tuesday Dates: July 18, 19 Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Sessions: 2 Instructor: Coach Todd Oye & LHS Staff Location: Football Field Fee: $25 (OR paid by June 21 -- $20) includes shirt -- list size when registering Te n n i s L e s s o n s If you don’t have a racket, request to use one of ours when you register. Weather cancellations will be made as the courts become wet. Go to www.isd2184.net, Com. Ed. link, then to announcements or listen to 800 AM or 101.1 FM. Grade Level Time Grades 1, 2, 3 8:30 - 9:25 am Grades 4, 5, 6 9:30 - 10:25 am Grades 7-12 10:30 - 11:25 am for Grades 1-12 as attended in 2015-16 Instructor: Staff Class #: According to grade level below Day: Girls--Mon/Wed, Boys--Tues/Thurs Dates: May 31 - June 29 Time: According to grade level Sessions: 5 weeks Location: HS Tennis Courts Fee: $35 (OR paid by May 19 -- $30) Tuesday/Thursday Monday/Wednesday Boys Class #T190 Boys Class #T194 Boys Class #T198 Girls Class #T213 Girls Class #T217 Girls Class #T221 BOYS GIRLS Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 34 Basketball Girls K- 7 Camp Girls Register by grade attended during the 2015-16 school year. Girls will have fun learning the fundamentals at this 3 day camp. T-shirt included, list size. See Combo Fee for grades 3-7 below. Class #B201: Grades K - 2 9:30 - 10:20 am Class #B203: Grades 3 - 7 10:30 - 11:30 am Instructor: T.J. Newgard & Varsity Players Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Dates: June 13, 14, 15 Time: By Grade Level Above Sessions: 3 Location: Cardinal Gym Fee: $35 (OR $30 paid by May 19) list t-shirt size Girls 3 on 3 League for Grades 3-7 Girls continue to learn the basics and practice their skills through 3 on 3 games. Register by grade attended during the 2015-16 school year. Class #B205 Days: Thursdays Dates: June 16, 23, 30, July 14, 21 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Instructor: TJ Newgard, Varsity Coach Sessions: 5 Location: Cardinal Gym Fee: $35 (OR $30 if paid by May 19) Check out combo fee below!! NOTE: Grade 3 - 7 GIRLS COMBO Basketball Registration: Use Class # B237 Do both the 3- day camp and the 3 on 3 league play for a cost of $55 (or $50 paid by May 19.) List t-shirt size. See specific class details above. Boys Boys Basketball K, 1, 2 Camp Boys will have fun learning the fundamentals of basketball at this 3 day camp. Register by May 19 by grade attended during the 2015-16 school year. Class #: B100 Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Dates: June 6, 7, 8 Time: 8:00 - 8:50 am Instructor: Varsity Basketball Staff Sessions: 3 Location: Cardinal Gym Fee: $20 (OR paid by May 19--$15) Boys League Play for Grades 2-7 Boys will learn the basics of basketball. Younger grades will play 3 on 3, older boys will play 5 on 5. Register by May 19 by grade attended during the 2015-16 school year. Class #B102 Grades 2-4 2:00 - 3:00 pm Class #B105 Grades 5-7 3:00 - 4:00 pm Days: Wednesdays Dates: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Time: See Above Instructor: John Sichmeller, Varsity Coach Sessions: 5 Location: Cardinal Gym Fee: $35 (OR paid by May 19--$30) Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 35 B.E.S.T. Boys & Girls Basketball Camp for students who attended grades 3 -11 during 2015-16 Basketball’s Effective Shot Training instructs, evaluates, and develops players at all levels in the offensive fundamentals of basketball, utilizing individual attention from qualified instructors to correct each student’s shot and footwork. Players train at game-speed so they are confident, mentally strong, and more successful in competition. Discipline, teamwork, and hard work are developed through specific individual workouts which teach essential skills that lead to success on the basketball court, at school, and in the world. Students are given assignments that need to be worked on over the week and completed by the next week so that learning progresses throughout the weeks. Register according to grade attended this past year. Whether you are just getting started or want to enhance your current skill level, this camp is a great option right here in Luverne. Open Gym Basketball (below) and t-shirt included. Class #: B307 Grades 7-11 Noon - 1:00 pm Class #: B303 Grades 3 - 6 1:00 - 2:00 pm Days: Mondays Dates: June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18 (Note: No camp on July 4.) Time: See Grade Levels Above For Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff B and oys Sessions: 6 Girl Location: Cardinal Gym s Fee: $100 ($95 paid by May 19) **Includes Open Gym below & list t-shirt size. The BEST staff is dedicated to helping players maximize their abilities. They want players to leave with a passion for the game of basketball and an increased desire to practice on their own. Open Gym Cardinal basketball players who attended grades 3-11 during the 2015-16 school year are invited to come and spend time in the gym practicing their basketball skills this summer. Students involved in the B.E.S.T. basketball camp (see above) can come any time to work on their assignments from camp. Those who are not involved in camp will be given shooting “workouts”. Class #: B137 Days: Mondays through Fridays Dates: May 31 - July 22 Time: 8:00 am to Noon Session: 8 weeks Supervisor: Staff Location: Elementary Cardinal Gym Fee: $15 (OR paid by May 19--$10) **No fee if registered for B.E.S.T Camp above. edure. Minimally invasive, laparoscopic and chniques are all available Luverne locally. Community Education Summer 2016 Page 36 Sanford Luverne include: per endoscopy y for gall bladder or appendectomy. el surgery ry al PROGRAM GOALS & OBJECTIVES: Speed Training 6 to schedule anTraining Agility Dr. Walks. Plyometric Training g DATES & DAYS: June 20—July 29, 2016 Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays SESSION TIMES: Norma Walks, MD 8:30—9:45 a.m. General Surgery REGISTRATION FEE: $80 Boys grades 7-11 Registration Deadline: 10—11:15 a.m. June 9, 2016 Girls grades 7-11 For more information, call (507) 283-4724 Commitment Class #: P258 BOYS Grades 7-11 (as attended in 2015-16) 8:30 - 9:45 am Class #: P262 GIRLS Grades 7-11 (as attended in 2015-16) 10:00 - 11:15 am Location: Luverne Middle School Gym & Football Field Fee: $80 -- Includes t-shirt -- please list size Summer 2016 Page 37 Luverne Community Education MS/HS Volleyball Elementary Volleyball for grades 5 - 11 as attended during for grades K - 4 as attended during the 2015-16 school year. the 2015-16 school year. List t-shirt size when registering. Class #V101: Gr. K, 1 12:00 - 1:30 pm Class #V124: Gr. 2 - 4 1:30 - 3:00 pm Instructor: Stacie Busse-Remme, Varsity Coach, & Players Location: Cardinal Gym Days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Dates: June 1, 2, 3 Times: See Above Fee: $25 (or $20 before May 19) **T-shirt included--please list size Class #V157: Gr. 5 - 7 12:00 - 1:30 pm Class #V181: Gr. 8 - 11 1:30 - 3:00 pm Instructor: Stacie Busse-Remme, Varsity Coach, & Players Location: Cardinal Gym Days: Tuesdays Dates: June 7, 14, 21, 28 Sessions: 4 Times: See Above Fee: $30 (or $25 before May 19) Go Cardinals! AUGUSTANA VOLLEYBALL CAMP June 8 & 9 for grades 6 - 11 as attended during 2015-16 school year Augustana Volleyball is coming to Luverne! Come and learn from the very same challenges and activities Augustana University utilizes in their own gym! Campers can expect to be challenged to try new things and expand their knowledge of the game in a fun and positive environment! ! e i ug A o G Class #: V611 Instructor: Augustana Coaching Staff Dates: June 8, 9 Days: Monday, Tuesday Times: 9:30 am - Noon & 1:30 - 4:00 pm Location: Cardinal Gym Fee: $125 (or $120 before May 19) Page 38 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 School and Community Calendar City Wide Rummage Sales HS Awards Night Spring Choir Concert Baccalaureate Last Day of School Graduation Memorial Day Buffalo Days Parade on Lake/Fireworks Hot Dog Nite Com Ed Office Closed Rock County Fair MSHSL Activities Meeting Rock River Beer Fest School Begins May 5,6,7 May 10 May 13 May 15 May 20 May 22 May 30 June 3,4,5 July 4 July 14 July 18 - 29 July 28, 29, 30 August 15 August 20 September 6 507-283-8711 411 W. Gabreilson Rd Ste.2 Luverne, MN 56156 [email protected] Award Winning Studio Classes in competitive dance/ Jazz/hip hop/ ballet/lyrical/acro/ tap/line/modern/ technique/adult *Students learn new, fun innovative choreography to build strong, fit and coordinated bodies, which helps them in their different sports. *Curriculum structured with techniques, terminology and fun through music, dance, games and props. *Small class size *Affordable dance fees-deep discount for families or multiple classes *Locally owned *With our new make-up class schedule, your money never goes to waste. Join the fun! Register at 612-210-0857 Weather Announcements--check the Community Education link on the school website www.isd2184.net or listen to radio stations 800 AM/101.1 FM Summer Music Camp 2016 Get Your Orff On! July 18-22, 2016 9am-11am for ages 4-9 Offered By The Blue Mound Figure Skaters Offering basic learn to skate classes as well as learn to skate hockey and figure skating classes. Classes are 30 minutes long with class times beginning at 5pm, 5:30pm and 6pm for Learn to Skate and Learn to Skate Hockey. More advanced figure skating lessons and skating team practices are from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Classes run for 14 weeks!!! 1pm-3pm for ages 10+ The directors of the camp, Julie Jacobsma and Mistyn Iveland Kozisek, both 1995 graduates of LHS, are very excited to feature students playing Orff instruments this summer, along with singing. Orff Schulwerk instruments include xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels, as well as various other percussion instruments that are designed for the general music classroom. The Orff Schulwerk approach utilizes movement and improvisation and nurtures creativity. Students will also be creating music-themed paintings, which will be displayed at the Carnegie Center. Call 402-367-5045 or email [email protected] to register! Interested in Summer Suzuki Violin Lessons? For more info. call: Cathy 712-540-9021 Katie 507-227-1999 www.bluemoundfigureskating.com Contact LaDonna at [email protected] Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 39 Rock County Community Library 201 W. Main St. Luverne, MN 56156 (507) 449-5040 School will soon be out for the summer, which means there will be plenty of time for reading. Our 2016 theme is READ FOR THE WIN! We have invited a magician, yo-yo expert, game expert, puppeteers, and local mascots to help us celebrate the library and reading! Be a good sport -- sign up for FUN at the Library’s Summer Reading Program. Registration starts Tuesday, May 31. **Open to ages Pre-K thru 12th grade** ALL library events are FREE! For more information, call the library at (507) 449-5040. Join us for these weekly programs: Story & Art (1st-5th grade) -- Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. starting June 15 thru July 20 Storyhour (Ages 4, 5 & K) -- Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. starting June 9 thru July 21 Laptime (birth-3 with an adult) -- Fridays from 10:30-11 a.m. starting June 10 thru July 15 Join us for these special events. Ages are listed. Mister Twister-Monday, June 6 @ 3:00 p.m. (all ages) -- Kick-off the summer reading program with magic, balloons and more, followed by an ice cream social , sponsored by Friends of the Library. Mr. Fun-Tuesday, June 14 @ 10:30 a.m. (best suited for elementary students) Learn about different games played around the world! Jim Oliver-Tuesday, June 28 @ 3:00 p.m. (all ages) Presenting his puppet show The Watering Can. Movie Day-Tuesday, July 12 @ 3:00 p.m. Join us for popcorn, pop and a sports themed movie! Margo McCreary- Friday July 22 @ 10:00 a.m. (all ages) Margo will be bringing her outdoor puppet theatre and introducing us to her puppets. Pizza Party- Thursday, July 28 @ 2:00 p.m. Those of you that “get in the game” and finish all seven weeks of reading will be invited. Reading logs must be turned in by Monday, July 25. Dazzling Dave-Monday, August 8 @ 3:00 p.m. (best suited for upper elementary and middle school students) Dave Schulte is a professional yo-yo performer and highly acclaimed champion who has circled the globe since 1998. Come, watch him “dazzle” you with yo-yo tricks and learn some too! n ntioTEENS -- Register for the summer reading program & be eligible for prizes, pizza and more. Atte Learn more by asking a librarian at the library! Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Page 40 Head Start Preschool Program Ahigh quality, individualized preschool program There is NO COST to families that are accepted. Proud to use best practices for preparing children for kindergarten Minnesota 4 Star Parent Aware Preschool Highest Possible Rating The learning environment supports each child’sfamily, culture, and community with a variety of learning experiences to encourage academic, social,emotional, physical, self-help and language development. Serving Murray, Nobles, Rock & Pipestone Register by calling 1-800-658-2444 at the Southwestern MN Opportunity Council office rd 1106 3 Ave., Worthington. TTY – 507-372-7279 FULL SERVICE DELI, BAKERY, MEAT AND FLORAL DEPARTMENTS 205 E Warren • Luverne, MN Monday - Saturday 7 AM - 10 PM Sunday 7 AM - 9 PM 283-4429 www.glens-food.com Your Full Service Supermarket LOW PRICES, GREAT SPECIALS, FRIENDLY SERVICE BLUE MOUND BANQUET & MEETING CENTER 401 W. Hatting Street • Luverne, MN 449-1122 “Where people meet for a good time” Start receiving great savings with your Glen's Food Center REWARDS CARD. Summer 2016 Page 41 Luverne Community Education Member FDIC T H R E E L O C AT I O N S to ser ve all your banking needs! Hills 116 County Rd 6 507-962-3250 Ellsworth a St.. 210 South Broadway 507-967-2570 Luverne 310 Gabrielson Road 507-449-6000 Visit our website at: www.exchangestatebankmn.com Full-time and part-time Customer Service Representative openings. Day and evening hours available. Phone and computer experience preferred. Apply online at www.tcisolutions.com Casual dress Blue jeans daily Friendly atmosphere Close to home Flexible schedule Total Card, Inc 1 Roundwind Road in Luverne (507) 449-6411 Summer 2016 Page 42 Luverne Community Education Taekwondo Ages 4 - Adult FREE TWO WEEK TRIAL May 16 - 26 113 1/2 E Main, Luverne For class information call 283-8390. Kickstarter Class (Ages 4 & 5) meets at 4:15 - 5:00 pm Classes meet every Monday and Thursday evening, year round, with family rates available. For more information call 2838390 on Monday or Thursday evening between 4:15 to 7:15 pm, or call instructor Wes Grieme at (605) 321-8818. 32nd Annual Buffalo Days June 3—Friday Night Cruise-in—6 to 10:30 pm June 4—Arts in the Park—9 am to 4 pm June 4—Buffalo Days Parade— 10 am Beach Bash & Fireworks Extravaganza at THE LAKE July 4—Davis Lake Triathlon—10 am July 4—Bean Bag Tournament—12 pm July 4—Kids Sand Castle Tournament—12 pm July 4—Volleyball Tournament—2 pm July 4—Log-rolling Tournament—6 pm July 4—Parade on the Pond—7:30 pm July 4—Fireworks—10 pm th 54 Annual Hot Dog Nite July 14 beginning at 5:30 pm Rock River Beer Fest August 20—2 to 6 pm—Blue Mound Ice Arena *RESIDENTIAL *COMMERCIAL *FARM *TRENCHING *RESIDENTIAL *COMMERCIAL *FARM *TRENCHING *RESIDENTIAL *COMMERCIAL *FARM *TRENCHING FAULT LOCATING, AERIAL BUCKET TRUCK, FIRE ALARM, DATA WIRING, ELECTRICAL FAULT LOCATING, AERIAL BUCKET TRUCK, FIRE ALARM, DATA WIRING, ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE , DESIGN BUILD, LIGHTING REBATES, ELECTRIC MOTORS SALES AND SERVICE FAULT LOCATING, AERIAL BUCKET TRUCK, FIRE ALARM, DATA WIRING, ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE , DESIGN BUILD, LIGHTING REBATES, ELECTRIC MOTORS SALES AND SERVICE Brad OWNER MOTORS SALES AND SERVICE MAINTENANCE , DESIGN BUILD, LIGHTINGSieve, REBATES, ELECTRIC Brad Sieve, OWNER [email protected] Brad Sieve, OWNER [email protected] 1479 Rowe Dr • Luverne MN 56156 [email protected] 1479 Rowe Dr • Luverne MN 56156 Phone: (507) 283-4650 Cell: (507) 360-7844 1479(507) Rowe283-4650 Dr • Luverne MN 56156 Phone: Cell: (507) 360-7844 Phone: (507) 283-4650 Cell: (507) 360-7844 Page 43 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Step By Step Wellness Challenge Buffalo Days Fun Run/Walk Saturday, June 4 August 15 – September 25 Sanford Luverne wants you to walk your way to better health! The Step by Step Wellness Challenge encourages you to put together a team of three, track your steps weekly, and increase your daily activity! Teams compete to take the most steps. Win prizes! Receive a t-shirt at the end of the challenge! To join the challenge, contact Sanford Luverne Rehab Services at (507) 449-1229. FEE: $20 – includes pedometer (yours to keep!) $10 – if you already own a pedometer that counts steps Registration deadline is August 5. Anyone can do it! Lace up your running shoes, grab the family and get ready for some fitness and fun! Choose the events you want to participate in: • Half-Mile Run (12 years and younger) • 5K or 10K Run (any age) Entry Fee: 12 years & younger: $5 13 years & older: $20 The events begin with registration at Sanford Luverne at 7 a.m. The Half-Mile Run begins at 7:45 a.m. and the 5K and 10K runs begin at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is encouraged by May 27. Contact Darci Pap, Sanford Luverne, at (507) 449-1229 for a registration form or visit www. sanfordluverne.org. Sponsored by Sanford Luverne. Member FDIC Convenient Locations ♦ Saturday Hours ♦ ATMs Downtown Luverne 116 E Main St 507-283-2366 Highway 75 Luverne 800 S Kniss Ave 507-283-9131 Beaver Creek 304 E 1st Ave 507-673-2334 Free Checking ♦ Online & Mobile Banking ♦ IRA Automatic Savings ♦ Money Magic Kid’s Club ♦ HSA & Much More! Scouting helps boys build character, learn citizenship and develop personal fitness. Boys from 1st grade through 5th are invited to join Cub Scout Pack 280 Cub Scouts is fun with a purpose! For more information contact: Jason Braucht at (507) 597-3344 www.siouxbsa.org/Pack280LuverneMN facebook.com/LuverneCubScouts “Supporting the community for over 132 years!” Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education Page 44 JOIN 4-H! ROCK COUNTY www.hartquistfuneral.com ENGEBRETSON CHAPEL “Our Family Serving Your Family with Dignity, Care, and Understanding.” Phone 283-2777 Fax 283-2027 ~ Serving the Luverne and surrounding communities. ~ ~ Serving the Luverne and surrounding communities. ~ Call Nancy or Sheila at 507-283-1302 or Visit www.extension.umn.edu/county/rock 4-H is a learn-by-doing youth development program delivered throughout Minnesota. Membership is FREE and is open to all youth in Grades K-13. 4-H HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Most Popular Projects: Photography / Crafts & Fine Arts / Food & Nutrition / Wood & Metal Shop / Clothing & Textiles / Flower Gardening / Vegetable Gardening / Horse / Shooting Sports & Wildlife / Livestock Find out all you can do in 4-H at: www.4-H.umn.edu Cal Visi Page 45 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 When you’re ready for baby... Sanford Luverne is ready to help you prepare. Excitement. Anticipation. Concern. They’re all part of the mix when you’re getting ready for baby. At Sanford Luverne we want you to feel prepared. We offer a variety of educational classes to help you get ready, and stay confident as a new parent. Understanding Birth Classes—You’ve reached the third trimester. Baby is almost here. Topics in this FREE class include possible signs of pre-term labor, what to expect during labor and delivery, options available of comfort, postpartum care and more. Saturday, June 11 or August 27, from 8:30a.m.—2:00p.m. (lunch is provided) Understanding Newborns Classes—Once you’ve given birth, you’ll have a bunch of new questions about taking your bundle home. This FREE class will help you prepare for caring for your newborn, feeding him or her, knowing what to do in various situations and when you should seek help. Monday, June 13 or August 29, at 6:30p.m. Understanding Breastfeeding Classes—In this FREE class, you and your partner will gain a better understanding of the breastfeeding process, as well as the benefits to Mom and baby. Knowledge of the process and support of those around the mother significantly impact the success of breastfeeding. Monday, May 16 from 6:30p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Any Large Pizza Any Large Pizza $11.00 $10.00 Call (507) 283-2321 for more information or to register for the classes listed above. L15260 Screen printing embroidery promo items 110 East Main 110 East Main Luverne 507-283-2379 Luverne ToOrder Goon-line at pizzaranch.com or Delivery 207 E. Main Luverne, MN 56156 888-283-1770 or 507-283-1770 Email: [email protected] www.luvprintexpress.com Show your school spirit or market your business, we have all your choices under one roof. Coupon Expires: 05/31/11 Limit 4 Coupon Expires:Some restrictions may apply. Not valid with any other coupon/discount/specials. 05/31/16 507-283-2379 ON-LINE CATALOGS Some restrictions may apply.valid at Luverne Pizza Ranch only. Offer Not valid with any other coupon/discount/specials. Offer valid at Luverne Pizza Ranch only Page 46 Luverne Community Education Summer 2016 Luverne Area Aquatics & Fitness LIFEGUARD TRAINING This lifeguard class, will teach you the skills needed to help prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. This includes land and water rescue skills plus first aid. and cpr. May 31 – June 4 7am‐4pm $155.00 Call for pre‐requisites! (507) 449‐5036 This course is open to candidates at least 16 yrs of age and includes all the water safety and drowning prevention tools and information to plan and conduct courses in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety programs. June 6 – June 10 7am ‐ 4pm $165.00 call for pre‐requisites! Building Hours Monday thru Friday 5am-9pm Saturday 7am-7pm Sunday 1pm-5pm GENERAL ADMISSION ADULTS STUDENTS (8-18) 7 & UNDER SENIOR SWIM FITNESS CENTER POOL & FITNESS WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR $3.75 $2.00 $1.50 $1.75 $5.00 $6.00 Summer Memberships Stay cool in the pool or in the fitness centers this summer! Enjoy a POOL, FITNESS, or POOL AND FITNESS membership. Starting May 1 S T thru August! Individual $50.00 OR $75 .00 fo r pool and f itn ess Family $90.00 Or $115.00 for pool and fitness plus tax! Discount Dayz EVERYONE SWIMS OR WORKS OUT FOR A $1.50 TUESDAY & THURSDAY 1:30-3:30pm & 7-8:55pm SUMMER2016 802 N. Blue Mound Ave., PO Box 659 Luverne, MN 56156 Phone: (507) 449-5036 Website: www.cityofluverne.org Email: [email protected] Summer 2016 Luverne Community Education American Red Cross Set 1 MAY 23 – JUNE 3 Swimming Lessons 9:30–10:15 Cost:$30.00 12:45-1:30 6:15-7:00 Page 47 (M,T,W,TH,F) OPEN OPEN OPEN Set 2 JUNE 6 - JUNE 17 (M,T,W,TH,F) 8:45am-9:25am Valley Springs (City 605-757-6555) 9:30-10:10am (Sylvia) Doodlebugs 10:15-10:55am Lester 12:45-1:25pm Building Blocks 6:15-6:55pm OPEN Pre-registration and pre-payment is Set 3 JUNE 20 – JULY 1 (M,T,W,TH,F) required for all classes. Regis8:45-9:25am HBC(Lois Leenderts 962-3794) tration is on a first-come, first9:30-10:10am Building Blocks serve basis. Under no circum10:15-10:55am Ellsworth stances will we take registration without payment. We take (Exchange St Bank 967-2570) CREDIT OR DEBIT cards either 12:45-1:25pm OPEN in person or over the phone. Please 6:15-6:55pm OPEN call (507) 449-5036 to register. **ADULT /PEDIATRIC CPR AND FIRST AID CLASS 8 HOURS ONE DAY th Set 4 ONLY June 18 8am-4pm** JULY 11 - JULY 22 8:45-9:25am 9:30-10:10am 10:15-10:55am 12:45-1:25pm Levels (Revised) (M,T,W,TH,F) Private Lessons OPEN OPEN OPEN Parent Child -available at 6:15 only. Levels 1 & 2 designed for children 6 months to 6:15-6:55pm OPEN 3 yrs of age & their parent. Set 5 JULY 25 - AUGUST 5 (M,T,W,TH,F) Preschool Aquatics-for ages 4 Private Lessons and 5 yrs of age, three levels to 8:45-9:25am OPEN complete; levels 1, 2 & 3, levels 9:30-10:10am 10:15-10:55am Family U may be combined. 12:45-1:25pm OPEN Progressive Learn to Swim 6:15-6:55pm OPEN for ages 5yrs and up. Level 1 - Introduction to Water Set 6 AUG 8TH – AUG 19Th (M,T,W,TH,F) Skills 8:45-9:25am Private Lessons Level 2 - Fundamental 9:30-10:10am OPEN Aquatic Skills OPEN Level 3 - Stroke Development 10:15-10:55am OPEN Level 4 - Stroke Improvement 12:45-1:25pm 6:15-6:55pm OPEN Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Level 6 – Personal Safety CHILDREN WHO ATTEND LESSONS IN SET 1, 2,3,OR 4 MAY ATTEND SETS 5 OR 6 FOR $25.00 SAVE $5.00!! NO OTHER DISCOUNTS APPLY! Luverne Public Schools Summer 2016 709 N. 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