ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Community Education

Unlock the power of ChatGPT and revolutionize the way you interact with AI! In this exciting course designed specifically for adults, you'll dive into the world of ChatGPT and discover how to harness its potential to streamline your daily tasks, boost creativity, and expand your knowledge. Through hands-on exercises and engaging discussions, you'll learn to master ChatGPT's features, transforming the way you communicate, write, and problem-solve. Whether you're a professional looking to enhance your productivity or simply curious about the latest AI advancements, this course will provide you with the skills and confidence to make ChatGPT your personal AI assistant. Get ready to embark on a fun and transformative journey that will open up a world of possibilities!

The {YEL!} Teach It!…Practice It!...Play It! method keeps chess students progressing with 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles as well as guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Battle summer brain drain...sign up today. Visit YELKids.com for more info. All skill levels welcome.

Learn the importance of regular chimney sweeps and inspections of chimneys and fireplaces, especially if used for fires. Information will be shared about repairs and installation of chimney caps by a former chimney sweep with 3 years of experience. Your instructor brings his experience to the community through an informative and interactive Q & A session. His class is meant to assist those those that are buying or selling a home with a chimney to know what to look for, consider and be aware of moving forward.

Learning to code is fun, especially when you are coding a Minecraft adventure of your own! Create amazing Minecraft creatures and create your personalized Minecraft adventure game. In small teams, create a treasure map where your character needs to find a diamond trove, survive lava, get away from dangerous creatures and more.

New cookie projects! Do you love creating art and have a love for cookies? You’re not alone! Explore your creative side making art that you can actually eat! You’ll have a blast decorating real cookies, making beautiful art on paper and with sculpting clay. Each day you’ll decorate a cookie and create fun art projects to bring home.

Embark on an exciting cartoon adventure! You will learn a lot of lessons from your favorite cartoons in this camp through stories, art, games, music, and more. Your favorite cartoon characters will fill your week with laughter and fun!

Messy? Slimy? Sticky? This is a must take camp! Join us in this messy and super exciting camp and have a blast exploring chemical reactions in a fun, slimy way, creating all kinds of ooey gooey, sticky, bouncy, slimly mixtures. You will be challenged to solve fun engineering problems and more. In this camp all the mess stays behind, as fun memories and learning go home!

Looking for a fun introduction to baseball? DASH Sports T-Ball Tykes camp will introduce you to key elements of throwing, fielding/catching, batting, and baserunning. The final day of camp is ‘Game Day’ when you will showcase your skills in a game environment. Bring a water bottle and a baseball glove. Baseballs and bats are provided.

Anything But Ordinary would like to present another BYBS (Bring Your Bad Self) class, Kitchen Cabinet Painting and Trim Enameling. Are you one of the many people who have recently bought a new home that needs some renovating? Just getting around to updating your current home? What to join the millions of homeowners who are painting all of the wood in their homes to brighten and liven the space? Don't have the budget or are convinced you can do it yourself, but just need a little guidance and instruction so you can enamel with confidence and take out the risk of making the situation messy? Well, look no further! I have kept myself busy enameling hundreds of kitchens and trim work throughout hundreds of homes. "De-Oaking" is a trend that won't be going away anytime soon and can really make your existing space so much brighter. Allow me to guide you through this step-by-step process from cleaning and prepping the wood to priming and enameling. Save yourself thousands of dollars and learn how to give yourself a professionally painted looking kitchen and living space! Please wear clothing that you can get dirty and full of paint. Closed toe shoes preferred.

Calling all art and graphic design lovers! This unique summer camp was created by a real designer. You will explore the principles and elements of design as you create a product brand, logo, package, among other exciting projects. You’ll create many applications for your designs like creating your own stationary, stamp, giftwrapping and more.

Launch and watch your very own rocket speed 300 feet into the air! Then it is yours to take home! Make and take home multiple rockets of varying difficulty throughout camp. You will use these rockets and airplanes to investigate basic aeronautical concepts including: propulsion, thrust, lift, drag and more. Hypothesize about travel in outer space, how to get a United States astronaut to Mars and life on Mars. NOTE: Bring two, 2-liter soda bottles (empty) for 2 different experiments.

Get your adrenaline running this summer! Learn to fly drones and participate in areal races. You will learn about the science behind flight, model rocketry, and how to shoot rockets up to 300 feet into “space”!

Lottery registration for summer programs will begin on Wednesday, April 3 at 8 a.m. The registration lottery will take place on Wednesday, May 1. Families will be notified of their class placement by Friday, May 3 at 4 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable journey of discovery and growth with our ECFE Summer Programs! Designed for families with children ages birth up to age 8, these programs offer a unique blend of learning and fun. Parents and children engage in enriching activities that foster social, emotional, and cognitive development. Our licensed staff create a nurturing environment where families can connect, learn, and grow together. From stimulating parent-child activities to interactive group discussions, our summer programs provide valuable opportunities for bonding and skill-building. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to strengthen family connections and make the most of the summer season. Enroll today and embark on a journey of endless possibilities with ECFE! If you have questions about how to register or need assistance, please call us at 763-391-8777 or email ecfe@district279.org View the summer ECFE flyer online. Summer Class Registration Fees* Household Income 1-week class fee 4-week class fee $0 - $19,999 $0 $6 $20,000 - $34,999 $1 $15 $35,000 - $49,999 $3 $18 $50,000 - $74,999 $4 $21 $75,000 - $89,999 $6 $24 $90,000 - $114,999 $8 $27 $115,000 - $149,999 $9 $30 $150,000 - $199,999 $11 $15 $200,000 plus $13 $40 *At ECFE, we want everyone to be able to join our classes, no matter what. If you're worried that the class fee might stop you from coming, please give our registration office a call at 763-391-8777. We can talk about some options together.

Welcome to ECFE: Where learning begins, and families thrive. ECFE supports parents and children (from birth to age five) on a journey of growth and discovery. What does ECFE do? Supports Growth: Helps parents and kids build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Time Together: Classes have time for families to learn and have fun together. Independent Learning: Kids get to explore and learn on their own. Parent Support: Connect with licensed Parenting Educators and find an encouraging community with fellow parents. Join us for a learning adventure where families not only grow but thrive together! View a short video to learn more about ECFE. Ready to create lasting memories and a foundation for lifelong learning? Enroll today for an experience that lasts a lifetime. Explore these informative links to discover more about our program and the support we provide for families. ECFE Program Website: Explore the comprehensive world of our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program. Learn more about our approach to early learning and parent education. Visit the ECFE Program Website. Winter/Spring 2024 ECFE Brochure: Discover the exciting offerings for the upcoming Winter/Spring 2024 session tailored for families with children from birth to age five. View the Brochure. Summer 2024 ECFE Brochure: Join us for an unforgettable journey of discovery and growth with our ECFE Summer Programs! Designed for families with children ages birth up to age 8. View the Flyer. Early Childhood Screening: Learn about the importance of early childhood screening for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Schedule an appointment to ensure your child's developmental milestones are on track. Explore Screening Details. Individualized Family Education: Free, personalized support for families with children from birth to eight years old. Our licensed Parent Educators support you on your parenting journey while sharing connections to valuable resources in your community. Submit a request today and start this enriching journey together. Free Scheduled Transportation: We understand the importance of accessibility. Free scheduled transportation is available to families in need. For more details or to arrange transportation, call us at 763-391-8777. Winter/Spring 2024 Brochure Summer 2024 Flyer ECFE Locations: Arbor View Early Childhood Center: 9401 Fernbrook Ln N - Maple Grove, MN 55369 (Link to Google Maps) 763-391-8777 Willow Lane Early Childhood Center: 7020 Perry Ave N - Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 (Link to Google Maps) 763-585-7330 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday If you have questions about how to register or need assistance, please call us at 763-391-8777 or email: ecfe@district279.org

About Early Childhood Screening Early Childhood Screening is a free service for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Screening includes: A check of vision, hearing, height, weight and developmental progress. A review of immunizations records and family information. An individual review with parents/guardians of their child's progress and needs. Early Childhood Screening identifies needs that may require special attention before a child enters school. IN-PERSON APPOINTMENT: Parent/guardian requests an in-person screening appointment for their child at a school location. Parent/guardian brings child to school for in person screening appointment with a district screener. Approximately 1-hour time commitment. To learn more watch this video Screening Video