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Beginner and Remedial Piano Lessons

Did you take piano lessons years ago and want to pick up the instrument? Do you know how to read music but want guidance on learning a new instrument? Or, are you brand new to music and instruments? This class is for you! These one on one piano lessons are 30 minutes. Please select your experience level - beginner (little to no experience) or remedial (some understanding of music and how to play piano).

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Beginning Band: Get A Jump On Your New Instrument (PWMS)

PRAIRIE WINDS MIDDLE SCHOOL BEGINNING BAND - GET A JUMP ON YOUR NEW INSTRUMENT MAPS Staff 5 sessions In five daily sessions learn how to get started on your band instrument safely and correctly before school begins. Intended for students entering 6th grade or attending Band for the first time at PWMS. Emphasis will be on the beginning elements of playing your instrument and learning how to care for it properly. Students need to arrive at camp with their instrument and Sound Innovations: Book 1, for each instrument. Parents are strongly encouraged to reserve this week for summer lessons if you plan on enrolling your student in band in Fall 2024. Lesson week is only for students enrolling in Band at Prairie Winds Middle School. Attend lesson week at the school you are attending this Fall.

Mon-Fri, Aug 19 - Aug 23

Mon-Fri, Aug 19 - Aug 23

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Mon-Fri, Aug 19 - Aug 23

10:00 - 11:00 AM

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Beginning Orchestra Lesson Week- Get A "Jump" On Your New Instrument- Viola, Cello, Bass & Violin- Evening (PWMS)

BEGINNING ORCHESTRA PRAIRIE WINDS MIDDLE SCHOOL ALL INSTRUMENTS (VIOLIN, CELLO, BASS, VIOLA) 5:30-7:30 PM (MONDAY - FRIDAY) - ORCHESTRA ROOM GET A JUMP ON YOUR NEW INSTRUMENT MAPS Staff 5 sessions In five daily sessions learn how to get started on your orchestra instrument safely and correctly before school begins. Intended for students entering 6th grade or attending Orchestra for the first time at PWMS. Emphasis will be on the beginning elements of playing your instrument and learning how to care for it properly. Students need to arrive at camp with their instrument and Sound Innovations: Book 1, for each instrument. Parents are strongly encouraged to reserve this week for summer lessons if you plan on enrolling your student in Orchestra in Fall 2024. Lesson week is only for students enrolling in Orchestra at Prairie Winds Middle School. Attend lesson week at the school you are attending this Fall.

Mon-Fri, Aug 19 - Aug 23

Prairie Winds Middle School

Beginning Orchestra Lesson Week- Get A "Jump" On Your New Instrument- Viola, Cello, Bass, Violin- Morning (PWMS)

ALL ORCHESTRA STUDENTS - 8:00 - 10:00 AM (MONDAY - FRIDAY) - PRAIRIE WINDS MIDDLE SCHOOL ORCHESTRA ROOM (MORNING SESSION) BEGINNING ORCHESTRA - GET A JUMP ON YOUR NEW INSTRUMENT MAPS Staff 5 sessions In five daily sessions learn how to get started on your orchestra instrument safely and correctly before school begins. Intended for students entering 6th grade or attending Orchestra for the first time at PWMS. Emphasis will be on the beginning elements of playing your instrument and learning how to care for it properly. Students need to arrive at camp with their instrument and Sound Innovations: Book 1, for each instrument. Parents are strongly encouraged to reserve this week for summer lessons if you plan on enrolling your student in Orchestra in Fall 2024. Lesson week is only for students enrolling in Orchestra at Prairie Winds Middle School. Attend lesson week at the school you are attending this Fall.

Mon-Fri, Aug 19 - Aug 23

8:00 - 10:00 AM

Prairie Winds Middle School

Dakota Meadows Middle School Summer Transition Camp

Dakota Meadows Middle School Summer Transition Camp Location: Dakota Meadows Middle School For students entering grade 6 at Dakota Meadows Middle School Practice Opening Lockers Learn to Read a Class Schedule Tour The Building Go On A Scavenger Hunt Meet New Friends Learn About Being A Student In Middle School Students will be signed-in at the cafeteria, through door #8, parents and guardians will pick up students at the same door. Funding made possible by the Mankato Foundation. Deadline to sign up for Transportation is July 26th 9 pm *FREE Cab Transportation is available to and from camp if needed. To request FREE transportation, sign up HERE. For more information, contact Michelle Biodrowski 507 - 207 - 3043

8:30 - 11:00 AM

12:30 - 3:00 PM

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Design Your Own T-Shirt!

Have you ever wanted a T-shirt with your very own design on it? Now’s your chance! Students will work to design their own custom T-shirt using digital graphic design tools. A professional screen printing company will turn the design into a real life T-shirt and ship it to your house! Experienced instructors will teach students how to run the software and guide them as they turn their visions into a reality! No prior experience needed! The address of the person enrolling students will be used to mail the finished T-shirt, be sure your address is up to date! This camp is presented by COR Robotics. The mission of COR Robotics is to inspire a passion for robotics in students, with the hope that the student will participate in their local FIRST programs, and further develop a passion for STEM fields/robotics.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lincoln Community Center

Drone Racing Camp

Students will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator. After learning drone safety and maintenance, students will take a drone to the skies and compete in numerous races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras, and are perfect for entry level pilots. No prior experience needed! This camp has two cost options: $110 - Instruction and a drone to use while in camp $170 - Instruction and you can bring home your drone to own after camp is complete This camp is presented by COR Robotics. The mission of COR Robotics is to inspire a passion for robotics in students, with the hope that the student will participate in their local FIRST programs, and further develop a passion for STEM fields/robotics.

Mon-Wed, Aug 5 - Aug 7

East High School

Home Alone Safety (Parent & Child Class)

HOME ALONE SAFETY Melanie Schmidt (Instructor) Grades 2-6 & parent (or adult guardian) 1 Session Staying home alone for the first time is an opportunity eagerly anticipated by most kids; but with opportunity comes responsibility. This course covers a variety of common scenarios and topics specific to youth preparing to stay home alone or stay home with younger siblings. Topics include, but are not limited to: sibling conflict, stranger danger, healthy choices, problem solving, and identifying emergencies. Each child is encouraged to attend with 1 adult.

Lincoln Community Center

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Horse Camp at Pinewood Stables

Riding instruction, horse care lessons and fun horse-related crafts and activities. Parents must sign Pinewood Stables waiver at check in

Mon-Thu, Aug 19 - Aug 22

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pinewood Stables

Intro to Digital Art!

Dive into the captivating world of creativity and technology at our Intro to Digital Art summer camp! This immersive three-day program combines hands-on learning with engaging digital tools, offering a dynamic journey into digital art. Students will explore the fundamentals of digital drawing and apply what they learn to an exciting real world application. Through a partnership with No Grit No Pearl, students will be able to get their favorite design printed on a canvas or t-shirt which will get shipped to their house after the camp! Intro to Digital Art is the perfect blend of fun, skill development, and boundless imagination, providing young artists with the tools and confidence to bring their visions to life. No prior experience needed! The address of the person enrolling students will be used to mail the finished T-shirt or Canvas, be sure your address is up to date! This camp is presented by COR Robotics. The mission of COR Robotics is to inspire a passion for robotics in students, with the hope that the student will participate in their local FIRST programs, and further develop a passion for STEM fields/robotics.

Mon-Wed, Aug 5 - Aug 7

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

East High School

Lancer Cadets: Marching Band Camp Grades 7 + 8

Students enrolled in Lancer Cadets will have fun as they learn marching and music fundamentals and work toward an end-of-week performance. Participants will also be invited to perform with the Mankato 77 Lancers at a performance this fall! We have openings in percussion, woodwind, brass, and colorguard sections.

Mon-Fri, Aug 12 - Aug 16

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

East High School

Lancers Marching Band Camp

This camp is required for all 2023 Mankato 77 Lancers Marching Band members.

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Prairie Winds Middle School Summer Transition Camp

Prairie Winds Middle School Summer Transition Camp Location: Prairie Winds Middle School For students entering grade 6 Practice Opening Lockers Learn to Read a Class Schedule Tour The Building Go On A Scavenger Hunt Meet New Friends Learn About Being A Student In Middle School Students will be signed-in at the cafeteria, through the main door #1, parents and guardians will pick up students at the same door. Deadline to sign up for Transportation is July 22nd @ 9 pm * Need Transportation? Sign up HERE for access to a FREE cab ride to camp (and home) if needed. For more information, contact Michelle Biodrowski 507 - 207 - 3043

8:30 - 11:00 AM

12:30 - 3:00 PM

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Red Cross Advanced Babysitter Training

The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course provides youth ages 11–15 with the information and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children. Participants develop skills in leadership and professionalism, basic care, safety and safe play and first aid. Participants earn certification in pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED. Participants should bring a water bottle and a cold lunch.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lincoln Community Center

Ages	11 yr. - 15 yr.

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Summer Chess Tourney - Let The Games Begin!

All grades welcome! This regional chess tournament is for any chess player in grades K-12 who is up for a good spirited, recreational, tournament play experience! The contest will be held at East High School. Enter through door # 1. Please pre-register, so we can assure we have enough players for a positive experience (for all). Please follow this schedule for a positive game day experience. Check In - 1 pm Rules & Clarifications - 1:15 pm Game Play Begins - 1:30 pm Awards - 3:30 pm (time is approximate) *Parents may stay or drop off players off. Award time is approximate. Cost: $25 Per Player

Lincoln Community Center

VEX IQ Robotics At LCC

VEX IQ Robotics (Elementary Division) will begin in September with a MANDATORY Meeting on Tuesday, September 10, from 7-8 pm at Lincoln Community Center in Room 157. Registration is limited and open ONLY to youth currently enrolled in grades 4-6 in Fall 2024. Due to program demand and VEX guidelines, grade requirements will be enforced. We will form teams of 2-3 students who will collaborate on all aspects of building, programming and driving the bot used to compete in virtual and /or in person VEX IQ competitions (with the goal) to qualify for the State VEX IQ championship in Spring of 2025 (date TBA). This is a competitive experience. Season runs from September - March (end date TBA and determined by qualifying success at region and / or state championships). Transportation to out of town contests (including state) is provided by parents of team members. Information re: tournaments, qualifying results and formats for competition have yet to be announced. Information will be shared with teams as it becomes available. The VEX IQ program is an early experience for elementary youth, interested in competing in VRC (VEX Robotics Challenge) in middle school or high school. VEX IQ does have a qualifying experience for the World Championship (Spring 2025). Youth / teams that qualify and want to participate in the World Championship (Dallas, TX) will do so on their own via family and team fundraisers, led by the team parents. Community Education will pay team registration fees for invitationals and the state championship, as well as finance all necessary equipment for a season of competitive play. More information shared at the parent meeting in September. For more information on VEX IQ, contact Melanie M. Schmidt at mschmi3@isd77.org Our department is seeking VOLUNTEER coaches to assist with weekly practice sessions. Volunteers are a large part of our program success. To learn more, contact Melanie Schmidt at 507-207-3044 or mschmi3@isd77.org

Tue, Sep 17 - Mar 4 2025

Thu, Sep 19 - Mar 6 2025

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VEX IQ Summer Camp

VEX IQ is a Robotics Education program for youth in grades 4-6. During the school year, youth work in teams to build, program, drive, document progress and eventually compete in qualifying tournaments. This Summer 2024 our VEX IQ coaches will host 2 summer camp options. One option will be Friday mornings from 9:00 am - 10:30 am with coaches Morgan & Dustin. A second option will be Tuesday evenings from 6:00 - 7:30 pm with Coach Dave Ulrich. Only VEX IQ youth who completed in the Mankato Community Education VEX IQ Season in 2023-24 will be eligible to participate in this Summer Camp. New VEX IQ participants will be encouraged to enroll in the 2024-25 season, when registration opens in August (2024). Summer Camp is an opportunity for our current team members to keep working on their skills as young engineers and as team members, invested in continued learning, friendship, fun and mutual interest.

Tue, Jul 9 - Aug 13

Lincoln Community Center

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YEL Mad Scientists

{YEL!} Mad Scientists Training Academy For grades 2-5 In this class, you won’t just learn science…you’ll DO science. Make and take home a lava lamp, hover disc, explosive volcano, and...of course...SLIME! Use all of these experiments to explore and discover the scientific method. Don your white coat and goggles…it’s time to begin your own journey to becoming a mad scientist (cue maniacal laugh)! NOTE: All experiments are physical experiments, not chemical. Students will be provided safety goggles to wear during class.

Sat, Oct 26 - Dec 7

10:15 - 11:45 AM

Lincoln Community Center

{YEL!} Fencing Summer Camp

{YEL!} FENCING SUMMER CAMP For students entering grades 2-12 New and returning students invited. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and arm bands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete!” Scholarships are available for those who qualify: connectingkidsmankato.org/apply-for-scholarship https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/f...

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 1

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lincoln Community Center

{YEL!} Mad Scientists Training Academy

{YEL!} Mad Scientists Training Academy For grades 2-5 In this class, you won’t just learn science…you’ll DO science. Make and take home a lava lamp, hover disc, explosive volcano, and...of course...SLIME! Use all of these experiments to explore and discover the scientific method. Don your white coat and goggles…it’s time to begin your own journey to becoming a mad scientist (cue maniacal laugh)! NOTE: All experiments are physical experiments, not chemical. Students will be provided safety goggles to wear during class. Scholarships are available for those who qualify: connectingkidsmankato.org/apply-for-scholarship

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