Westonka Community Education and Services

Mound Westonka Middle School Tennis Hitting Clinics: For middle school players entering Grades 5 - 8 in Fall 2024 We focus on improving fundamental skills of tennis, along with singles and doubles strategies. Coached by Varsity and JV coaches Paul and Reinbold, players participate in drills and competitive games and matches to improve their tennis game. Each 60 minute session also includes activities to improve footwork, agility, & endurance. Instructors Coaches Paul and Reinbold Middle School Tennis Hitting Clinics Grades 5 - 8 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 25, 26, & 27, July 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 11:00 am - 12 noon MWHS Varsity Tennis Courts #6004-A24S $175

Mound Westonka Boys and Girls Middle School Camp Entering Grades 5-8 This is a week-long camp that is designed to introduce and practice all fundamental strokes of tennis. Players get the opportunity to learn how to hit each stroke and then practice each stroke hitting off ball machines and playing in competitive drills with players of the same ability level. Join Coach Paul and Coach Reinbold the Varsity boys and girls tennis coaches, as they introduce and drill the basic strokes of tennis. If the numbers get large we will split the boys and girls and run two different sessions. Instructors, Coaches Paul and Reinbold MW Boys and Girls Tennis Camp Grades 5 - 8 Monday - Friday, July 22 - 26 11:00 am - 12 noon MWHS Varsity Tennis Courts #6003-A24S $135

Practice Preschool Preschool students Are you anxious about your child starting Preschool? Or are you worried your preschooler may forget what they learned last school year? Look no further, in this class we will use the Westonka Preschool curriculum to help your child have a successful start to the school year. During our sessions, we will do weekly studies, basic preschool skills, social and emotional learning, and enjoy fun stories, songs and crafts! Instructor Lindsai Djerf, Westonka Preschool teacher NEW this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your students prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, June 17 - 20 (no class Wednesday, June 19) and Tuesday - Thursday, June 25 - 27 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1637-A24S $75 Tuesday - Thursday, July 30 - August 8 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1637-B24S $75

Softball Hitting Camp Ages 10 - 15 Come join this Summer hitting camp to build a great swing during your Summer season and into Fall tryouts. This camp runs June and July and will help each players understand and recognize the best hitting mechanics and realize them in their own swing. Players who understand their own swing and can troubleshoot objectively and without emotion are the most consistent and successful hitters. Bat and helmet are required Coach Scott Eidsness, Varsity Coach at MWHS & 18U Mn Chaos Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and July 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24 4:00 - 4:50 pm MWHS Varsity Field (Field 6) #5011-A24S $259

Softball | Mini Camp Ages 10 - 15 Throwing and fielding are the building blocks to playing high level softball. This mini camp will be a fun and intense four days to help younger level players learn the basic fundamentals of playing softball. MWHS Varsity players will help these players with drills and learning the details. Glove, fielding mask, bat and helmet are required. Instructors: Scott Eidsness, Varsity Coach at MWHS & 18U MN Chaos and MWHS Varsity players Sunday - Wednesday, June 23, 24, 25, & 26 3:00 - 4:30 pm MWHS Varsity Field (Field 6) #5014-A24S $119

Softball | Mini Camp Ages 5 - 9 Throwing and fielding are the building blocks to playing high level softball. This mini-camp will be a fun and intense four days to help younger level players learn the basic fundamentals of playing softball. MWHS Varsity players will help these players with drills and learning the details. Glove, fielding mask, bat and helmet are required. Instructors: Scott Eidsness Varsity Coach at MWHS & 18U MN Chaos and Varsity players Sunday - Wednesday, June 23, 24, 25, & 26 1:00 - 2:30 pm MWHS Varsity Softball Field (Field 6) #5013-A24S $119

Softball Hitting Camp Ages 5 to 9 years old Hitting a softball is so much fun! Join MWHS Head Softball Coach Scott Eidsness in this fun and instructional hitting camp and learn the basic mechanics for hitting. Take your hitting skills to the next level and improve your game. In this camp we will focus on providing the knowledge and repetition of the basic fundamentals of hitting in order to improve consistency and power in each player's swing. Bat and helmet are required Instructors: Scott Eidsness, Varsity coach at MWHS and 18U MN Chaos Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 4, 5, 11, 12 & 18 3:00 - 3:50 pm MWHS Varsity Field (Field 6) #5010-A24S $129

Sponsor a Student Scholarship Program donation ~ Community Education plays a vital role in creating a healthy and vibrant community. Individual and family lives are enhanced through programs and activities that not only educate, but entertain, motivate and rejuvenate. This past year has been challenging for so many families due to the pandemic. Many families are struggling financially and emotionally. Because of this they are unable to enroll their children into educational and recreational programs that provide so many benefits to their children. Community Education classes allow students to learn social and emotional skills, provides hands-on learning that encourages skill building, physical skill development, fitness and so much more. You can help a family by donating to the Sponsor a Student Scholarship program. Your donation will be used for the sole purpose of financially assisting a student to enroll in a community education class or activity. This opens up the opportunity for individuals in our community to participate in a wide range of lifelong learning activities. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #0505-A23W $10 $25 $50 $75 $100 Please call Community Education at 952.491.8040 if you would like to make a donation other than the above listed - Thank you!

BrainPop Jr. Entering Grades 3 - 5 BrainPop Jr. will include learning games, interactive quizzes, and primary source activities in the areas of: Science, Social Studies, English, Math, STEM, Health, Art, and Music. Not only should our bodies stay active this summer, but so should our brains! Students will enjoy this engaging, quick-thinking, interactive class! New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, June 17 - 27 (no class Wednesday, June 19) 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1642-A24S $89

Chess Summer Camp Grades 1 - 5 All levels welcome! The Youth Enrichment League (YEL) Teach it! Practice it! Play it! method keeps chess students progressing through 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. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 29 - August 1 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Hilltop Primary School | Room #1635-A24S $149

Commotion in the Ocean Entering Preschool - Kindergarten Let’s dive into exploring the ocean! We will be learning about marine animals, their unique characteristics, and how they survive living under the sea. We will also make cool, ocean themed art. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 22 - August 1 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1640-A24S $99

Destination Mars: Rocketry Course Grades 2-5 Launch and watch your very own rocket speed 300 feet into the air! Then it is yours to take home! Students will make-and-take home multiple rockets of varying difficulty throughout this session. We will use these rockets and airplanes to investigate basic aeronautical concepts including: propulsion, thrust, lift, drag and more. We will also hypothesize about travel in outer space, how to get a United States astronaut to Mars, and life on Mars. NOTE: Parents will be asked to contribute two empty, 2-liter soda bottles. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, August 12 - 15 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Hilltop Primary School | Room #1636-A24S $175

Summer Drama Camp Grades 5 - 8 Want to jump into the exciting world of theatre? Learn the ins and outs of being backstage, onstage, and how to create a character with Mary Todd Kaercher, GMS Musical Director, and a stellar group of guest teachers. Camp will be broken into small groups for a greater focus on developing our actors. Students will focus on improvisational acting techniques that work on presence, developing a character, team work. What they learn at camp can readily transfer to making great auditions. We will share our experience with a short program on Friday, August 16 at 5:00 pm in the Little Theatre. Please bring a water bottle and a nut-free snack each day. Monday - Friday, August 5 - 16 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mound Westonka High School | Choir Room and Little Theatre #2040-A24S $149 Monday - Friday, August 5 - 16 1:00 - 4:00 pm Mound Westonka High School | Choir Room and Little Theatre #2040-B24S $149

Grade One Math Fun Entering Grade 1 Get ready for back to school with this booster course focused on Grade 1 math skills. Come review and practice important math skills such as fact fluency, number sense, place value, and more! Students will get a mix of whole group, one on one, and independent practice. Instructor: Jack Boland, Shirley Hills Kindergarten Teacher. NEW THIS SUMMER - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 29 - August 1 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room TBD #1650-A24S $49

Grade One Reading Fun Entering Grade 1 Get ready for back to school with this booster course focused on Grade 1 literacy skills. Come review and practice important reading and writing skills to make sure your student is feeling confident to tackle their first grade year! Instructor: Jack Boland, Shirley Hills Kindergarten Teacher. NEW THIS SUMMER - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 22 - 25 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room TBD #1649-A24S $49

Music and Movement Entering Preschool - Kindergarten Time to party! Join us for singing, dancing, and learning about music. We will explore different instruments and a wide range of music while moving our bodies to the beat! New this Summer! - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, August 5 - 15 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1641-A24S $99

On My Way to K Math Entering Kindergarten Get ready to start Kindergarten with this course focused on building independence and early math skills. In this course, students will begin to learn the routine and expectations of a typical Kindergarten school day while also learning how to identify, write and represent their numbers! Students will get a mix of whole group, one on one, and independent practice. Instructor Jack Boland, Shirley Hills Kindergarten teacher. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your child prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 15 - 18 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room TBD #1648-A24S $49

Outdoor Explorers Entering Grades K - 2 Learn to love the outdoors in this class focused on exploring and playing outside! Come catch bugs, make art, build forts, and make friends in this fun-filled class that takes advantage of our beautiful summer weather! Students will try new activities each day! Instructor: Jack Boland, Shirley Hills Kindergarten Teacher. NEW THIS SUMMER - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, June 10 - 13 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room TBD #1646-A24S $49 Monday - Thursday, June 24 - 27 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room TBD #1646-B24S $49

Paint Your Pet (or favorite animal) Grades 1 - 6 First - email a picture of your photo to the instructor: emvictorystudio@gmail.com Next - the instructor will sketch out your image in preparation for class. Finally - tell your friends to meet you there and paint! A print out of your photo, all the materials needed to paint, and peanut-free cookies will be provided. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday, June 17 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Art Room #1620-A24S $35

SmartBrain + WiseHeart Entering Grades 3 - 5 Students will learn why it is important to have our heart and brain in a positive, healthy working state. We will explore how the brain and heart function, how the choices we make affect them, and how to keep them in proper working order. Students will learn so much, they will want to share with their families and friends! New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 8 - 18 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1643-A24S $99

Yoga, Creativity, & Mindfulness Entering Grades 3 - 5 This class gives students an opportunity to build their focus, strength, flexibility, mindfulness, and self-management. Using games, music, and activities, this class explores yoga poses, breathing techniques, mindfulness, mind-body connection, emotions, and self-calming tools, and more! Small crafts, activities, and reflective projects will also be included as we explore strategies to cope with stress and difficult situations. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, August 5 - 15 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1644-A24S $99

Yoga, Creativity, & Mindfulness Entering Preschool - Kindergarten This class gives students an opportunity to build their focus, strength, flexibility, mindfulness, and self-management. Using games, music, and activities, this class explores yoga poses, breathing techniques, mindfulness, mind-body connection, emotions, and self-calming tools, and more! Small crafts, activities, and reflective projects will also be included as we explore strategies to cope with stress and difficult situations. NEW THIS SUMMER - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 29 - August 1 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1645-A24S $49 Monday - Thursday, August 5 - 8 9:00 - 11:30 am Hilltop Primary School | Room #1645-B24S $49