WATERTOWN MAYER COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD #111

Beginning in July, September, and November, Watertown-Mayer Community Education, in cooperation with Advantage Educational Programs, will make available the AdvantageACT Preparatory Course.Thiscourse is designed for students who wish to improve their test-taking skills and their overall performance on the ACT college entrance exam.Classes will begin soon at Watertown-Mayer High School and other area locations.The Advantage provides valuable instruction for students taking the ACT (American College Test).Each class meets for three hours, once each week for four weeks, with makeup classes available (check the Advantage website for makeup class information).The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, strategies for answering questions in math, science reasoning, and English, and much more.The optional ACT Writing Essay is also covered since most colleges and universities require it for admission purposes.Tuition for the 12-hour ACT course is only $140, and students may repeat the course in future offerings during the winter, spring, summer, or fall – free of charge.All class materials are included in the tuition fee.Students may choose to attend classes at Watertown-Mayer High School or at any of the other locations.FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ACT PREP CLASS LOCATIONS, VISITwww.AdvantagePrep.net*NOTE – Classes DO NOT meet at any locations on Wednesday, 10/31, Tuesday, 11/6, or during Thanksgiving week:November 19h – 25th.Mark Your Calendar -- You will be contacted by e-mail or by phone with your classroom assignment, at least 7-10 days before classes begin.If you do not receive phone or e-mail confirmation, please contact Advantage Educational Programs (information at bottom of page).You can also check the Advantage website:www.AdvantagePrep.net or call/text 612-222-5108 for information or to register for classes.To register for the actual ACT exam, given nationally multiple times during the school year, visit: www.ACTstudent.org

BABYSITTING TRAINING IN AGE 11 & UPWhen you get your students certified with Babysitting 101, you’ll know they’ve been trained by the best!Training designed to engage and inform the aspiring babysitter.It gives 11 year olds and older everything they need to know, from getting started, to dealing with parents and children, to key safety, care giving, and first aid tips. Course highlights include:Fundamental information about Babysitting and creating your businessLeadership:You’re in charge, but not the parent and conflict resolutionBasic Caregiving Skills:Feeding, Diapering, Holding, Safe sleep practicesPlay Time:Keeping children entertained and active safelySafety and Injury Prevention: Telephone safety, SIDs awareness, Environmental, weather and preventable hazardsFirst Aid and CPR:Recognizing an emergency, Caring for an ill or injured victim, Wounds and Burn care, Choking and CPR Please pack pen, paper, snacks and beverages.Guide book included!

CANOE EXCURSION AGE 8 +Let’s get out on the water at Baylor Regional Park! Trained instructors will teach you the basics of canoeing before taking you out on a relaxing afternoon on the lake. All necessary paddling equipment will be provided. This program is offered in partnership with Carver County Parks, NYA & Watertown-Mayer Community Education.YOUTH MUST REGISTER AND PARTICPATE WITH A REGISTERED ADULT.

GPS FOR SMORES WITH CARVER COUNTY PARKS AGE 7 +Do you enjoy hunting for treasure? Then we have just the adventure for you! This program will provide brief instruction on the history of GPS and how to navigate to find the hidden caches. Then you will search for the loot.When you and your team find enough marshmallow, graham, and chocolate boxes you’ll get a tasty treat! All necessary equipment will be provided. Participants should come prepared for the weather. This program will be held outdoors and is a partnership between Carver County Parks Department and Watertown-Mayer Community Education.

SAFE KIDS 101 PREPARING KIDS TO STAY SAFE AT HOME & IN THE COMMUNITY!Does your child ages 8 - 12 want to stay home alone after school?Get your children trained with SafeKids 101 and both of you will feel more confident about their safety at home and in the community. This program is chocked-full of important safety principles. This program teaches what all parents want their children to know about safety!Topics include: Staying home alone Answering the door or the telephoneBasic First Aid; burns, wounds & bandaging, poisonings, and choking emergenciesStorm and fire emergency trainingDog emergencies… Four steps to staying safe Stranger danger…straight talk with honest answersFun, safe activities to do while home alone Create fun, healthy – safe snacks! Please indicate any food allergies!