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  • (ACT) Advantage Prep Classes (Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors) - Virtual Class

    ADVANTAGE PREPARATORY COURSES – ACT FOR SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS & SENIORS Advantage Educational Programs preparing students for the ACT Exam. Course options offered at Watertown-Mayer include: 1.Virtual Zoom: The Virtual ACT Prep Course is formatted exactly the same as the In-Person ACT Prep Course, except it takes place in an online classroom. The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, and math strategies and review. Advantage instructors teach and interact with students in a scheduled online class and are available to answer questions if needed. The fee for this course is $180. Internet connection and access to a computer or laptop is required for this course option. 2.Online (Self-Paced): ACT Prep Course for students preferring to prepare for the exam on their own schedule and at their own pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code via email and can access the course at any time. The fee for this course is $80. Students may repeat this course at no charge until graduation from high school. Courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as for those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have previously taken the exam and aren't satisfied with their results. For more information visit www.AdvantagePrep.net or call 1-800-521-3177. For test site information for the ACT exam, visit the ACT website at www. ACTstudent.org.
  • (ACT) Advantage Prep Classes (Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors) - Virtual Class Self Paced

    ADVANTAGE PREPARATORY COURSES – ACT FOR SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS & SENIORS-Virtual Advantage Educational Programs preparing students for the ACT Exam. Course options offered at Watertown-Mayer include: 1.Online (Self-Paced): ACT Prep Course for students preferring to prepare for the exam on their own schedule and at their own pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code via email and can access the course at any time. The fee for this course is $80. Students may repeat this course at no charge until graduation from high school. Courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as for those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have previously taken the exam and aren't satisfied with their results. For more information visit www.AdvantagePrep.net or call 1-800-521-3177. For test site information for the ACT exam, visit the ACT website at www. ACTstudent.org.
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    3D Printing Star Wars

    3D Printing Star Wars - 2nd - 5th Grade Students will design 3D objects using TinkerCAD (an online web app) and use the 3D slicing program Cura to bring their creations to life. We will be designing a droid. The 3D Model will be printed and mailed home. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class)
  • A Taste of SYT: Winter Theatre Camp

    A Taste of SYT: Winter Musical Theater Camp - 2nd - 4th Grade This 5-week course is Theatre 101 for children Grades 2-4. This camp is geared towards children grades 2-4 - regardless of whether or not that child has experience on stage. We will play games and practice short scenes and musical numbers to learn about stage presence, projection, diction, choreography, and more! This is a great camp for anyone, but especially those interested in joining Summer Youth Theatre!
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  • Bubble Paint Puppy

    Bubble Paint Puppy - Ages 3-6 Years Paint a playful pup surrounded by bubbly fun and colorful plaid. This popular class ignites imagination, sharpens painting skills, and delivers a tail-waggin good time! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.
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    Candyology

    Candyology - 4 - 9 Years Old Step into the sweet world of Candyology! This exciting STEAM adventure combines science, creativity, and hands-on fun with a sugary twist. Kids will design and build candy machines, craft vibrant candy fish aquariums, and engineer thrilling candy rollercoasters. It’s a delicious mix of learning, building, and tasting that turns candy into an unforgettable educational experience! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.
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    Cars & Catapults

    Cars & Catapults - 4 - 9 Years Old Get ready to launch into fun with Cars and Catapults! Young inventors will design and build their own mini catapults and balloon-powered cars. Bursting with hands-on excitement, this class dives into science, engineering, and the thrill of motion!
  • Child and Babysitting Instruction Ages 11+

    Child and Babysitting Safety Class Ages 11+ Participants will learn the responsibilities of being a prepared, safe, responsible, and professional babysitter. Topics include supervision, behavior guidance, proper bottle feeding/diapering techniques, personal and child safety, basic first aid, emergencies and fire safety. Dolls, bottles and diaper supplies are provided for hands-on participation. This class was developed by the Health and Safety Institute and is approved by the American Pediatrics Association. Participants receive a certification card and a downloadable handbook.
  • Classroom Driver Education Traffic Safety 14+

    Classroom Driver Education Traffic Safety Ages 14+ This course will offer instruction in all areas of content needed for the driving task and driving related issues. This program meets the MN State required 30 hours of classroom instruction. A certificate of completion of Classroom Driver Education will be distributed at the end of the class. The Certificate of Completion must be submitted as proof of completion of class when you register for a Behind the Wheel program. Please note each class is 3.25 hours. A make up day is available by attending a class in a nearby community. Behind the Wheel Instruction After the completion of the classroom instruction, students may register with any Behind the Wheel Driver's Education Program of their choice. There is an additional cost for Behind the Wheel. Students will receive a blue card from the Behind the Wheel instructor, which will enable them to take the written permit test at the state exam station. Registration for Behind the Wheel instruction is required before taking the written permit exam. Ages 14+ (must be 15 to take written test)
  • Code Championship Tournament Series/Virtual Competition

    Code Championship Tournament Series | Virtual Computer Coding Competition Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! Whether this is your first Code Championship event, or if you've been competing for years, this is the perfect way to explore the competitive coding world of Code Championship. No previous coding experience necessary. The Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament. Promotional Videos/Pictures:https://www.codechampionship.com/gallery/
  • Draw Me Into Spring

    Draw Me Into Spring - Grades K-6 Spring is in the air—and so is creativity! This season, Young Rembrandts artists will explore warm and cool colors while drawing a detailed house scene, discover the magic of still life, and recreate a famous masterpiece by Edward Hopper. We’ll even take an imaginative trip to Japan to capture the beauty of the kimono. Each lesson builds skills, confidence, and excitement—sign up today and let your young artist’s creativity bloom! Please send a "nut free" snack with your child.
  • Dungeons and Dragons Club (Gr. 5-12)

    Dungeons and Dragons Club (Gr. 5-12) A club for students of all ages to gather and create stories together using Dungeons and Dragons 5e rule set. Students will have the opportunity to create characters, role play, problem solve, and practice communication skills in a group setting. Spring Session 1: Tues, Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 - Price: $88 Spring Session 2: Tues, March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12 - Price: $99 Spring 2025 / $170 ** Save $17 by signing up for both sessions** Instructor: Ian Chalmers Gr. 5-12 3-4:30pm WM Middle School Royal Commons
  • Fizzy Fairy Potions

    Fizzy Fairy Potions - 4 - 9 Years Old Step into the world of fairy magic! In this enchanting class, scientists will mix, stir, and create mesmerizing fizzing pink fairy potions. Spark imagination as kids explore the science behind the fizz. Full of hands-on fun, this enchanting experience ignites curiosity, creativity, and a dash of fairy dust! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.
  • Home Alone Safety Age 8 - 13

    Home Alone Safety Ages 8-13 Participants will learn the important responsibilities of being safe alone-at-home. Topics include basic first aid, fire safety, kitchen safety, internet safety, small and large emergencies, stranger danger, sibling arguments, and more. A take-home handout is provided for discussion at home with parents and guardians.
  • Intro to 3D Printing

    Intro to 3D Printing - 2nd - 5th Grade This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish. Students will design their own keychains! No 3D printing experience is necessary, but familiarity with common tasks like using a computer and keyboarding is required. One design will be printed offline and mailed home. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (login information is provided during class)
  • Intro to AI Coding

    Intro to AI Coding - 3rd - 6th Grade We will introduce kids to the fundamentals of coding and artificial intelligence through Scratch; a visual programming language designed for young learners. Campers engage in hands-on projects and collaborative activities that build foundational coding skills while exploring how AI works in fun and creative ways. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Scratch Website Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class)
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    Intro to RC Car Racing K-8

    Intro to RC Car Racing Gr K-8 Interested in RC Cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Then come join us for some fun as we explore what makes them work and then get to try them out. Participants will leave with a better understanding of the hobby, and get some time testing out their driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars and Trucks. Participants can bring their own RC Cars on approval. K-1st grade should have someone present during class with the student.
  • Mega Mess Making

    Mega Mess Making - 4 - 9 Years Old We'll paint with plaster, tie-dye, make papier mache birds and fling paint like Jackson Pollock. We will even learn some art terms along the way. These are not projects to tackle at home- leave the mess with us. After all, art can be a mega messy good time! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.
  • Messiest Science Experiments Ever!

    Messiest Science Experiments Ever! - 5-12 Years Old Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at our messy science camp! Join us for a thrilling blend of learning and fun where young scientists will dive into fascinating theories while getting delightfully messy. Experience the excitement of paint bombs, uncover the mysteries of pigments, and unleash your creativity by building a mini spin art machine. This camp is designed to engage curious minds in a hands-on exploration of scientific concepts while fully immersing them in the joy of experimentation. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to spark your child's love for science! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.
  • Middle School Spanish Prep: Ignite your Language Journey! Gr 6-8

    Middle School Spanish Prep: Ignite your Language Journey! Gr. 6-8 Ignite Your Language Journey is an exciting 8-week LIVE virtual Spanish class for middle school students, designed to build a strong base for future Spanish success. Students will learn advanced vocabulary, verb conjugations, and essential conversation skills through interactive lessons, games, and cultural exploration, including traditions like Hispanic Heritage Month and Día de los Muertos. Give your child the building blocks for a lifetime of Spanish learning! (Online portal resources and practice tools included.)
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    Mod Development: Minecraft Portals & Biomes

    Mod Development: Minecraft Portals & Biomes - 3rd - 7th Grade Dig deeper into Minecraft with this Minecraft Modding class! Create a new custom biome for this exciting new class! MCreator is an excellent tool for learning Minecraft Modding and software programming concepts. Students will need to have Minecraft and mod creation software (free download) installed prior to class. Video instructions will be sent prior to class. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard.
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    Multiplayer Minecraft: Themepark Builder

    Multiplayer Minecraft: Theme Park Builder - 1st - 6th Grade Work as a team to create a custom theme park in Minecraft.Use creative and Redstone to createthis world! Projects include roller coasters, water rides, a trampoline park, an obstaclecourse, a boat race, bumper boats, a dunk tank, and many more rides and attractions! Students willget a copy of the world after class. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This class is not affiliated with them. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Minecraft Java Edition ($30, more information will be provided before class)
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    Multiplayer Minecraft: Master Builders

    Multiplayer Minecraft: Master Builders - 1st - 6th Grade Join us in this new multiplayer Minecraft class. We will go over basic, and not so basic building techniques. Then work alone or collaboratively to complete building challenges on our Tech Academy Minecraft server. Home Technical Requirements for all Tech Academy Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Minecraft Java Edition ($30, more information will be provided before class)
  • My Winter Sketchbook

    My Winter Sketchbook - Grades K-6 This winter, Young Rembrandts students will build skills and confidence while creating artwork that’s as fun as it is rewarding! Our Winter Sketchbook lineup includes an energetic snowboarder scene, personality-packed penguins, a bright and cheerful winter birdhouse, and a playful llama. We’ll also draw inspiration from art history with a Young Rembrandt's interpretation of Grant Wood’s American Gothic. With over 35 years of experience, Young Rembrandts is the leader in teaching children how to draw—enroll today and watch your young artist turn this winter into a masterpiece! Please send a "nut free" snack with your child.