Community Education: Holiday Art Fun — A Christmas Tree and a Reindeer

Who
Grades K-5
When
Saturday, December 14 - 9:00 am
RSVP By
Must be re-registered, 1 wk prior to the start of the class
Where
Waukee Schools South MIddle School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department
Contact
Ryan Sander
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$49.00
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Christmas fun! Let it snow! Let’s get out the art supplies, which the teacher provides. Reindeer faces & Christmas trees out of a variety of items. Students will take home their projects

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Little Yogis (Grades K-5) NEW ⭐

When
Tuesday, January 14 - 6:00 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class
Where
WILC Triangle
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & FIrelfly Wellness Kimberley Jackman
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$97
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This program will engage children in various yoga poses, unique stretching, animated play, games and movement. Some forms of yoga will be upbeat and include vigorous activity. Children will learn the importance of stretching, balance and flexibility, including physical fitness, games and activities.

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Exploring in Art (Grades K-5)

Who
K-5
When
Tuesday, April 8 - 3:45 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required start dates vary: EE 1/14, SE 1/16, RE 2/25, WFD 2/27, GR 4/8
Where
Eason, Shuler, Radiant, Waterford, Grant RaganElementary
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Sunflower Fine Art Ting Shao
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$109
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Does your child love to draw and paint? This is their opportunity to learn professional concepts of drawing and painting with various media. Students will have fun learning classic, abstract or animated cartoon styles combining pencil, color pencil, watercolor and acrylic painting.

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Kids In Action (Grades K-5)

Who
Grades K-5
When
Thursday, January 23 - 3:45 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class-
Where
Brookview
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & District Teacher, Jamie Seiler
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$177
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Are you wanting your child to be an innovative thinker? We will play fun, light-hearted games, get to use our creativity, learn to work with others, and be exposed to all sorts of activities: build your own mini golf course or fort, playing card games, bowling, and so much more!

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ACT Test Prep Seminar-ZAPS (Grades 9-12) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Wednesday, March 5 - 3:30 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required 1 week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Doorway to College
Contact
Waukee Community Education
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$116
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ZAPS test preparation seminars are designed to help each student do their best on the ACT. In the five hour seminar over two day with study guide and workbook provided, students will learn: strategies, tips, tactics, reduce anxiety, motivation, and suggestions.

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Super Structure (Grades 3-5) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 3-5
When
Monday, March 24 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class. Multiple schools dates vary
Where
WE 1/28 & GR 3/24
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Sylvan Learning
Contact
Waukee Community Education
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$194
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Students will learn key engineering and architectural concepts such as force, stress, tension, compression, and more by building famous bridges from across the world using K’NEX® kits. At the end of the course, they will have a chance to put their new skills into action.

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STEMextravaganza (Grades 1-5) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 1-5
When
Tuesday, March 25 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the class.
Where
GR 1/27 & WE 3/25
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Sylvan Learning Center
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$194
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Are you looking for a fun way to energize and excite your kiddo in STEM? Your student will be introduced to various topics in science, robotics, and engineering. Students will be engaged with something different and exciting each session to keep their STEM curiosity growing!

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Bricks 4 Kidz® (Grades K-5)

Who
Grades K-5
When
Friday, March 28 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required 1 wk prior to start date: WDH 2/3, GR 2/4, EE 2/6, WDE 2/7, SE 3/25, BV 3/28, RE 4/21, WE 4/24
Where
Multiple locations & different start dates: WDH, RE, GR, SE, EE, WE, BV
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & B4K Paula Gray-Dietz
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$67/5 weeks
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Class Theme: CONSTRUCTION CRAZE using LEGO® bricks and proprietary model plans. These activities are designed to trigger your child's lively imagination and encourage problem-solving. Models include: Bulldozer Crane Dump Truck Jackhammer Power Drill Power Saw

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The Power of Mindset in Sports/Activities (Grades 4-5)

Who
Grades 4-5
When
Tuesday, February 4 - 4:00 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Walnut Hills
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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Youth today strive for success in their sports/activities. However, sometimes the pressures can pose mental fatigue, lack of confidence and a loss of passion. This class will provide youth with an opportunity to prepare & practice a healthy mindset as they navigate their extracurricular activities.

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Valentine’s Day Art Class (Grades 1-5)

Who
Grades 1-5
When
Saturday, February 8 - 10:00 am
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class
Where
Grant Ragan
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Kelley Stahl
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$37
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Without Valentine's Day, February would be….well, January! Students will make two fun and creative art projects: a Jim Dine heart (American Pop Artist), and a large Valentine for students to draw and paint things they love.

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ACT Prep – Reading (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Tuesday, February 18 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Teacher Melissa Chia
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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This class will focus on test taking strategies for the reading portion of the ACT. We will review reading concepts commonly found on the ACT and take and discuss several practice exams. Students need to bring an independent reading book to class.

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ACT Prep – Math (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Sunday, March 9 - 5:00 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class: Start dates 1/12 & 3/9
Where
Waukee Northwest High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Teacher Jordan Edgerly
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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This class will focus on test-taking strategies for the math portion of the ACT. We will review math concepts commonly found on the ACT and take and discuss several practice exams.

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ACT Prep – English (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Tuesday, March 11 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Teacher Melissa Chia
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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This class will focus on test taking strategies for the English portion of the ACT. We will review English concepts commonly found on the ACT and take and discuss several practice exams

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Biz Innovator (Grades 9-Adults) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12-Adult
When
Tuesday, March 11 - 6:00 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required one week prior to the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Jewels Academy Dr. Kimberly Wayne
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$200
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The Biz Innovator course at Jewels Academy introduces students to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, equipping them with the skills to turn innovative ideas into viable businesses. Students learn critical concepts like market research, financial planning, and strategic marketing.

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ACT Prep – Science (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Monday, March 24 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WDSD Community Education Department & Teacher Dan Briggs
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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Instructor has a Master's Degree in Education, experience in teaching ACT test preparation and high school science teaching experience for over twenty years in Waukee. This class will focus on test taking strategies for the science portion of the ACT.

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Children’s Theatre (Grades K-6) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades K-6
When
Tuesday, February 4 - 4:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Prairieview, Theater Arts Center
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Teacher Cindy Stanbro
Contact
Waukee Community Education
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$85
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Designed to grow young artist's communication skills, collaboration abilities, & confidence. Students will learn how to create characters, design production components , understand how to move on stage, how to translate thoughts into a show, & the value of listening and working together!

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