WATERTOWN MAYER COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD #111

ACT Prep Course The Advantage ACT Preparatory Course is designed for students who wish to improve their test–taking skills and their overall scores on the college entrance exams. The Advantage provides an introduction to the ACT a source of scholarships and grants that is given only once—in October of the junior year. Each class meets for 3 hours, once each week for four weeks, with make-up classes also available. Focal points of the program include diagnostic testing, vocabulary development, intensive mathematical review, reading comprehension improvement, science reasoning, concentration improvement, overcoming test anxiety, essay writing, and time management. Students may repeat the courses in future offerings— free of charge. All class materials are included in the tuition fee. In addition, the Minnesota Tax Credit for Learning Programs may offer a state tax deduction to parents with children who participate in this program. For more information, you should speak with your tax advisor. Students need to bring notebook paper, pencils, and a calculator to each class. For more information visit. For test site information for the ACT exam, visit the ACT website at www. ACTstudent.org. For more information on Advantage Educational Programs call 1-800-521-3177 or visit www.AdvantagePrep.net.

ART CAMP Gr: K-4 In this art camp the participant will have fun exploring many art mediums, while learning new techniques. The participant will explore painting, drawing and sculpture through a variety of art projects. The camp focus is to have fun while the participant creates their one-of-a-kind artwork in a positive environment. We will have an art exhibit at the end (last 15 minutes of the second day) to display all the art camp masterpieces. Juice and cookies will be provided during the art exhibit reception. Family and friends are invited to join us at the reception. Instructor: Amanda Alguire HLWW High School Art Room A133

ART CAMP Gr: 5-8 In this art camp the participant will have fun exploring many art mediums, while learning new techniques. The participant will explore painting, drawing and sculpture through a variety of art projects. The camp focus is to have fun while the participant creates their one-of-a-kind artwork in a positive environment. We will have an art exhibit at the end (last 15 minutes of the second day) to display all the art camp masterpieces. Juice and cookies will be provided during the art exhibit reception. Family and friends are invited to join us at the reception. Instructor: Amanda Alguire

Candy Chemistry 6-11 yrs Explore science through experiments that tickle your taste buds. You won’t want to miss this sweet class! Leah Christensen, WM Elem. Innovation Specialist

Child and Babysitting Safety Class Description 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 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)

Create your own Stepping Stone Gr 1 - 6 Howard Lake Class In this fun and creative community education class, kids will have the change to design and creat their own backyard stepping sones! Using colorful tiles,pebbles, and cement, as their supplies. This hands on class encourages creativity, and each child will leave with a personlized stepping stone to add a unique touch to their home.

Dino Science (Ages 5-12) Step into a world of prehistoric adventure with us in this science class all about dinosaurs. Young scientists will explore the exciting era of dinosaurs through fun activities and educational discoveries. We will unleash curiosity and become dino experts, all while having a ROARING good time! Please pack a nut free snack, lunch and a drink for your child.

Extreme Robotics: Battlebots (Gr 2-6) This camp will energize and excite students by combining the LEGO® building system's versatility and the Mindstorms EV3 (the most sophisticated microcomputer brick ever made by LEGO®). Working in teams, students will construct fun LEGO® models, experiment with programs, and compete in robotic challenges. Robot building, block programming, and teamwork will be part of each day's activities. The final challenge will be a sumo battle. Please bring lunch and a drink & USB Drive

Girls Only Wrestling Program Ages 5-18 Wrestling teaches many life skills including hard work, perseverance, discipline and grit. In this activity, children will be introduced to the sport of wrestling and learn basic techniques of the sport. It is great for building strength, coordination, balance, and endurance. This wrestling opportunity is for girls only. High School Girls Wrestling was sanctioned in Minnesota in 2021. In 2024, the MSHSL held its third ever Girls’ State Wrestling Championships at the Xcel Energy Center. Minnesota had 250 girls participate in wrestling in its first season. There are now over 1,100 girls wrestling in high school across the state of Minnesota. There are a growing number of opportunities for girls to participate in tournaments against other girls. Along with the growth of high school girls wrestling, we have seen a similar explosion in the number of colleges that offer women’s wrestling as a collegiate sport. Women’s wrestling is the fastest growing women’s collegiate sport in the country. Girls have been wrestling in Minnesota and HLWW for many years. In 2024, HLWW hosted it's first ever Girls Only wrestling practices. Our Youth program has been co-ed for a number of years, but now additional opportunities have been created to help girls get started with the sport of wrestling. Registration Deadline July 10 The weekly sessions will collectively end with a camp in August. If you register for the summer girls’ wrestling program, camp registration is free! Must register prior to July 10 to receive a t-shirt. Joe Puncochar, HLWW Activities Director/Wrestling Coach and various other members of the HLWW Wrestling Community. Ages 5-18

IlluminART (Ages 4-9) Get ready to light up the night with art! Our ultra-cool camp creations will shine, shimmer and glow for their big debut in the dark. Join us as we use clay, paint and other luminescent materials to craft extraordinary pieces of art that really glow-in-the-dark. Your child's creative imagination is sure to illuminate like never before! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child a nut free snack.

Junior Mad Scientists 4-7yrs Get messy and stay curious during this action-packed mad scientist class geared toward our littlest scientists. Leah Christensen, WM Elem. Innovation Specialist

Lego Bricks Design Lab Ages 4-9 In this hands-on class, kids will explore basic scientific theories while playing with LEGO bricks! They'll build, experiment, and discover how science works through creative, fun projects. From simple machines to fundamental physics and engineering, young minds will learn by doing—combining the joy of building with LEGO bricks with the excitement of science. Perfect for curious builders and budding scientists! Please pack a nut free snack, lunch and a drink for your

Lego Minecraft (5-12 years) LEGO® bricks and Minecraft® what an amazing combination! In this class, the kids will create multiple projects inspired by Creepers, the popular Minecraft characters. We will use air-dry clay, paint and LEGO bricks to create these explosive masterpieces. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Little Engineers 4 - 7 Years Stay curious and challenge your creativity in this STEM course geared toward our littlest engineers. Enjoy hands-on, engineering-based challenges and explore with friends during creative free choice build. Leah Christensen, WM Elem. Innovation Specialist

Mindful Movement and Masterpieces K-4 Join us for a fun-filled summer camp where movement and creativity come together! Each day, school-aged children will engage in yoga, interactive games, hands-on crafts, and exciting themed activities. This camp encourages self-expression, mindfulness, and active play in a supportive environment.

Multiplayer Minecraft: City Builder (Gr. 1-2) Minecraft has been a sandbox-building game dominating the world of video gaming for the past several years. Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city! Students will take home their completed world files at the end of class. Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed camp! We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive, lunch and a drink.