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  • 5th Graders Intro To Middle School

    Entering middle school is a big transition for any student. Intro To Middle School is an opportunity for current 5th graders to experience what life will be like at Dakota Meadows or Prairie Winds Middle School. As a participant, you will take a school tour in the form of a Scavenger Hunt, practice using combination dial locks like those on your new locker, and meet new classmates. Bring your questions! We will have experts on site to answer important questions about school lunch, classes, after school activities and how to arrive at class on time with only minutes between bells. We will break it down, so life in the middle is something you look forward to in the Fall!
  • 77 Lancers Winter Color Guard

    Calling all 77 Lancers Colorguard Participants! Winter Color Guard is an opportunity to extend your season and keep working on your skills in flags, rifles and poms. This program will include an audition and placement within an ensemble that best fits your skills and experience. All registered Color Guard members will perform a choreographed show that performs both locally and at possibly 2 winter competitions in the metro area. Fee covers cost of participation. All Color Guard will be asked to purchase their own costume that matches the show theme (more information provided at practice). Transportation to performance events (both in town or out of town) will be on your own or through carpooling arrangements among members. No bus transportation will be provided.
  • Home Alone Safety (Parent & Child Class)

    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 common scenarios and topics specific to children preparing to stay home alone, or stay home with younger siblings. We ask that a parent or adult guardian attend class with the child.
  • Home Alone Safety (Parent & Child Class)

    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 common scenarios and topics specific to children preparing to stay home alone, or stay home with younger siblings. We ask that a parent or adult guardian attend class with the child.
  • Learn To Lancer - Performance In Color Guard Flags, Rifles + Poms

    Learn to Lancer is a NEW program for youth 7 years old to 15 years who would like to learn the artistry of dance, movement and twirling with Color Guard Flags, Rifles and Pom Poms. Participation in this course is introductory and will give youth the opportunity to learn skills that will lead to future success in the 77 Lancers Color Guard as well as our OWN performance opportunities at local events such as high school sports. Learn to Lancer program will perform at events and 1 showcase competition (non-competitive) - more information on date, time and location will be shared when finalized. Learn To Lancer fee is for program participation and use of program equipment. Costumes, hair, makeup, and shoes are purchased by families and are personal property of the child / family at the completion of the program. Transportation to any performances are provided by families of the participants. Participants will be held to responsible use standards of our performance equipment (rifles, poms, and flags). Equipment is property of Mankato Community Education and will stay in Mankato Community Education inventory at the end of the season.
  • 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. Class fee includes textbooks (babysitter handbook & emergency response book). Participants earn certification in pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED. Participants should bring a water bottle and a cold lunch.
  • ZAPS ACT Test Prep Seminar

    ZAPS® test preparation seminars are carefully designed to help each student do their best on the ACT. Students who complete the ZAPS seminar—and practice our tips and strategies at home—typically raise their ACT scores by 1 to 4 points. In the 5-hour ZAPS seminar, students will learn strategies for improving in all four sub tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the actual testing experience, and get suggestions for individualized study in the days leading up to the test. Attendees receive a comprehensive Study Guide and 24 practice test workouts with detailed answer explanations. Students should bring a calculator and two pencils to the seminar. The seminar includes a 45-minute lunch break; students are responsible for their own lunches or may leave the campus during the break to get lunch. Due to age of students, lunch is "on your own" and not supervised by staff.