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Discovery Learning | FoursDiscover a place where children can explore, learn, laugh and grow! ISD 728 Discovery Learning Preschool is highly recognized and sought-after preschool program with a 4-star rating from Parent Aware. Classes will be listed here when available!Category -
Discovery Learning | Mixed - Age 3's & 4'sNEW! Mixed-Age Preschool Class (Ages 3 & 4) at Handke, meeting Monday–Thursday mornings. Designed for older 3s and younger 4s (birthdays between June 1–December 31, 2026), this class brings children together in an ISD 728 Discovery Learning Preschool classroom led by highly trained School Readiness teachers. A great option for families looking for a supportive, mixed-age experience tailored to meet children at all stages of development.Category -
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NewDonuts & Smoothies | Age 8-14Enrichment | Special InterestMix, bake, and blend your way through this sweet and refreshing cooking class! Students will learn how to make homemade donuts from scratch, then decorate them with glazes, toppings, and creative designs. To balance out the sweetness, we’ll create fresh fruit smoothies by learning how to combine ingredients for delicious flavors and the perfect texture. Along the way, students will practice important kitchen skills like measuring, mixing, baking, and using kitchen equipment safely. This class is perfect for young chefs who love to get creative and enjoy both sweet treats and refreshing drinks. Come ready to cook, decorate, and sip your creations!CE 2026 Summer -
Driver Education Point of Impact Information NightDriver's EducationDo you have a teenager who will soon finish their driver education class or has recently received their permit? Join us for a two-hour parent course to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as lessons to help YOU be the best driving mentor you can be.CE 2026 Summer -
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Driver's Education | age 15+Driver's EducationAre you ready to earn your driver's permit and learn to drive? Start by completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of Minnesota in our interactive, engaging in-person or e-learning classrooms. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind-the-Wheel training from our State-licensed and certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. Students must have a Chromebook/laptop for the class. If you need to borrow a computer, please contact our office ASAP. WHY CHOOSE DRIVER'S EDUCATION THROUGH COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual students. Multiple locations, dates, and times that fit busy schedules. Flexible registration and payment plan. Please note: State law requires students be registered for Behind-the-Wheel before they can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind-the-Wheel must be received by the last classroom day. Take your permit test with us! ISD 728 Community Education has been approved as a Remote Web-based Knowledge Testing Site for the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles. As part of our Driver's Education package, you may take your Knowledge (permit) Test at Handke Center in Elk River. Just register with Community Education for your chosen date and time at no additional charge. (First test is included with your package price. If you need to retake the test, there is a $10 fee. You may take the test with us up to three times.) Supportive and educational parent class offered multiple times and locations throughout the year. Spanish-speaking instructor available for Behind-the-Wheel -- call our office for details. ** Drivers under age 18 who complete Behind-the-Wheel instruction and are testing for a provisional driver's license MUST SUBMIT A DRIVING LOG. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. ** PARENTS/GUARDIANS: A Chromebook/laptop is required for this course. Please contact the office if your student needs to borrow a computer. A few days before the start of class, you will receive an email with information for your student to set up access to the Schoology course. If your student is not an ISD 728 student, you will receive an email with the access code to join the Schoology course. Information will be sent home with your student or emailed regarding the Driving Log, the parent class, and Behind-the-Wheel scheduling. If planning to attend a free parent class, please register online or by contacting Community Education at (763) 241-3520. ONLINE CLASSES: All classroom materials will need to be picked up from Handke Center, located at 1170 Main Street, Elk River, NO EARLIER THAN 1 WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE COURSE. Course material pick-up times are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. If these pick-up times do not work for you, please contact the Community Education office by calling 763-241-3520 or emailing communityed@isd728.org. Parents will receive an email 1 week prior to the beginning of the course with what to expect and Schoology login information. This is not a work-at-your-own-pace class. Students have to be logged in at their scheduled class time, as instruction is live. FEE INFORMATION: When registering, you will be able to choose from the following fee options: Complete Training Package: $440; includes one Knowledge (Permit) Test fee Payment plan available: $240 due at registration; $200 due prior to last day of class Please note: If you choose the payment plan, the second payment of $200 will be charged to the credit/debit card number listed in your account the day before the last day of classroom training. Classroom instruction only: $150 due at time of registration Behind-the-Wheel training only: $350 due at time of registration; to register call 763-241-3520 Spanish-speaking instructor available for Behind-the-Wheel2025-2026 CE School Year -
Driver's Education | age 15+Driver's EducationAre you ready to earn your driver's permit and learn to drive? Start by completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of Minnesota in our interactive, engaging in-person or e-learning classrooms. Once you have your permit, schedule Behind-the-Wheel training from our State-licensed and certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. Students must have a Chromebook/laptop for the class. If you need to borrow a computer, please contact our office ASAP. WHY CHOOSE DRIVER'S EDUCATION THROUGH COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual students. Multiple locations, dates, and times that fit busy schedules. Flexible registration and payment plan. Please note: State law requires students be registered for Behind-the-Wheel before they can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind-the-Wheel must be received by the last classroom day. Take your permit test with us! ISD 728 Community Education has been approved as a Remote Web-based Knowledge Testing Site for the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles. As part of our Driver's Education package, you may take your Knowledge (permit) Test at Handke Center in Elk River. Just register with Community Education for your chosen date and time at no additional charge. (First test is included with your package price. If you need to retake the test, there is a $10 fee. You may take the test with us up to three times.) Supportive and educational parent class offered multiple times and locations throughout the year. Spanish-speaking instructor available for Behind the Wheel — call our office for details. ** Drivers under age 18 who complete Behind-the-Wheel instruction and are testing for a provisional driver's license MUST SUBMIT A DRIVING LOG. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. ** PARENTS/GUARDIANS: A Chromebook/laptop is required for this course. Please contact the office if your student needs to borrow a computer. A few days before the start of class, you will receive an email with information for your student to set up access to the Schoology course. If your student is not an ISD 728 student, you will receive an email with the access code to join the Schoology course. Information will be sent home with your student or emailed regarding the Driving Log, the parent class, and Behind-the-Wheel scheduling. If planning to attend a free parent class, please register online or by contacting Community Education at (763) 241-3520. ONLINE CLASSES: All classroom materials will need to be picked up from Handke Center, located at 1170 Main Street, Elk River, NO EARLIER THAN 1 WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE COURSE. Course material pick-up times are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. If these pick-up times do not work for you, please contact the Community Education office by calling 763-241-3520 or emailing communityed@isd728.org. Parents will receive an email 1 week prior to the beginning of the course with what to expect and Schoology login information. This is not a work-at-your-own-pace class. Students have to be logged in at their scheduled class time, as instruction is live. FEE INFORMATION: When registering, you will be able to choose from the following fee options: Complete Training Package: $440; includes one Knowledge (Permit) Test fee Payment plan available: $240 due at registration; $200 due prior to last day of class Please note: If you choose the payment plan, the second payment of $200 will be charged to the credit/debit card number listed in your account the day before the last day of classroom training. Classroom instruction only: $150 due at time of registration Behind-the-Wheel training only: $350 due at time of registration; to register call 763-241-3520 Spanish-speaking instructor available for Behind-the-WheelCE 2026 Summer -
Starting SoonDriver's License Knowledge Test | age 15+Driver's EducationTake your permit test with us! ISD 728 Community Education has been approved as a Remote Web-based Knowledge Testing Site for the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles. Testing is held at one of our district schools. Requirements: You must have: completed your 30 hours of classroom instruction with ISD 728 Community Education. received your "blue card." turned age 15 by the testing date. the required identification with you on the testing date. registered through the Community Education registration system (see note below). Complete details are available from your classroom instructor. If you take and fail the test with us three times, you must take subsequent tests at a State testing site. PLEASE NOTE: Students registered for ISD 728 Community Education Driver's Education's full classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel packages that start after January 1, 2024, may take one Knowledge Test at no additional charge. The test fee is included in the cost of your package. If you took a class before January 1, 2024, or if you need to take the test a second time, please call our office at 763-241-3520 to register and pay the fee.2025-2026 CE School Year -
Driver's License Knowledge Test | age 15+Driver's EducationTake your permit test with us! ISD 728 Community Education has been approved as a Remote Web-based Knowledge Testing Site for the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles. Testing is held at one of our district schools. Requirements: You must have: completed your 30 hours of classroom instruction with ISD 728 Community Education. received your electronic "blue card." turned age 15 by the testing date. the required identification with you on the testing date. registered through the Community Education registration system (see note below). Complete details are available from your classroom instructor. If you take and fail the test with us three times, you must take subsequent tests at a State testing site. PLEASE NOTE: Students registered for ISD 728 Community Education Driver's Education's full classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel packages that start after January 1, 2024, may take one Knowledge Test at no additional charge. The test fee is included in the cost of your package. If you took a class before January 1, 2024, or if you need to take the test a second time, please call our office at 763-241-3520 to register and pay the fee.CE 2026 Summer -
Drone Racing | grades 2-8Enrichment | Special InterestStudents will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator. Once they learn the basics of flying, they’ll assemble their very own drone, which they can optionally purchase during the camp. After learning drone safety and maintenance, students will take their drone to the skies and compete in numerous races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot their drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras, and are perfect for entry level pilots. If you would like to purchase a drone, please indicate so by selecting the payment options that include "+optional drone purchase". *** Registering for a morning and an afternoon class at the same location? Join the "Lunch Bunch!" Community Education will provide a supervised hour between classes for you to enjoy the lunch you brought from home, then will get you to your afternoon class. Lunches should be nut-free and should include a beverage. No resources are available for refrigeration or to heat lunches, so plan accordingly. Parents/Guardians: Please answer "Yes" to the Lunch Bunch question when registering for the morning class. There is no charge, but we need to know who is staying with us for the hour. ***CE 2026 Summer -
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WaitlistECFE Nature Outdoor Class | age 2-5ClassesJoin us for all-outdoor exploration in this nature-based classroom experience. We will spend our class time in the Nature Explore Center rain, shine, snow, and more! When weather doesn't permit, we will continue learning about nature in a classroom setting. Our Early Childhood team will contact you with weather guidelines and dress-for-success tips!2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)Welcome to Early Childhood family education (ECFE) - Where Families Learn and Grow Together! Looking for a fun and supportive place to connect with your little one—and with other parents, too? ECFE is just the spot! Our age specific classes are designed for families with children from birth to kindergarten, offering a welcoming environment where learning, laughter, and connection happen every day. Please note that ECFE has limited classes during the summer months.Category -
Early Childhood ScreeningAbout Early Childhood Screening Follow these steps to make an appointment Step 1: Select your ‘Featured Course’ or 'View All Courses In Early Childhood Screening' Step 2: View dates and times Step 3: Click the Enroll Now button to select your date, time, and location Step 4: Sign in or create your Eleyo account Step 5: Click the box next to your child’s name Step 6: Click the Enroll Selected People button Step 7: Answer the required enrollment questions Step 8: Click on the Answer and Enroll People button Step 9: Click the green Check Out button Step 10: Click the green Continue button Step 11: Click on the green Print Receipt button (“Your order is complete! You will be receiving a confirmation email with a link to the required forms”) Step 12: Complete the parent registration form, the link to this is in the confirmation email. If you do not receive a course confirmation email within a few minutes after registering, your registration is not complete and your appointment is not valid. If you need assistance with registration, please email ecscreening@isd728.org or call 763-241-3525 ext 5510. Early Childhood Screening is a FREE, simple check of how your child is growing, developing and learning. State law requires children to be screened between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. The state of Minnesota requires a health and developmental screening for every child before kindergarten entry into a public school. ISD 728 Elk River School District offers this service at no cost. Screening is not a substitute for health care from your family physician, dentist, or other health care providers. Early Childhood Screening checks: Fine and gross motor skills Vision and hearing Speech and language development Height and weight Cognitive and social development Immunizations Appointments typically take one hour.Category -
WaitlistEarly Childhood Screening - June 2026Early Childhood ScreeningWhat is Early Childhood Screening? Early Childhood Screening is a free and simple check of how your child is developing and growing and consists of the following components: Cognitive development Large and small muscle development Language and communication skills Social and emotional development Vision and hearing Height and weight Health history Immunization review Screening in early childhood promotes children's health and development. Screening may link families to early learning opportunities and resources such as Early Childhood Family Education, Early Childhood Special Education, School Readiness or home visiting programs. Screening is not a substitute for health care from your family physician or other providers. For additional information please visit: ISD 728 Community Education Website Does your child have the correct documentation for Immunizations? Click the link below to learn more. https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/basics/readycc.pdf2025-2026 Early Childhood Screening -
Starting SoonEarly Childhood Screening - May 2026Early Childhood ScreeningWhat is Early Childhood Screening? Early Childhood Screening is a free and simple check of how your child is developing and growing and consists of the following components: Cognitive development Large and small muscle development Language and communication skills Social and emotional development Vision and hearing Height and weight Health history Immunization review Screening in early childhood promotes children's health and development. Screening may link families to early learning opportunities and resources such as Early Childhood Family Education, Early Childhood Special Education, School Readiness or home visiting programs. Screening is not a substitute for health care from your family physician or other providers. For additional information please visit: ISD 728 Community Education Website Does your child have the correct documentation for Immunizations? Click the link below to learn more. https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/basics/readycc.pdf2025-2026 Early Childhood Screening -
Eat. Sleep. Game. Grab and Go Paint KitTeensLevel up your room decor with the "Eat. Sleep. Game." 3D kit! This grab and go project is designed for gamers who want to add a personal touch to their setup. The kit features an 8” wooden base and layers including a classic controller and bold lettering. Because the pieces are separate, you can paint the controller, buttons, and text with precision before gluing them onto the base. This layered approach creates a high-quality, professional-looking sign that pops off the wall. Whether you stick with "pro-gamer" greens and blues or choose your own signature colors, this kit is the ultimate win for your next creative session. This all-in-one kit comes fully loaded with every supply you need to complete the project from start to finish. Kits will be available for pick-up beginning June 1st at Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm. If you are unable to pick up during that time, or would prefer a Rogers pickup location, please email communityed@isd728.org to make other arrangements.CE 2026 Summer -
EdVenture ClubCommunity Education's EdVenture Club offers childcare at ISD 728 schools for: Before/After School Care Non-School Days Inclement Weather Summer Discovery Learning Preschool Wrap-Around Care - To be eligible to attend our Discovery Learning Preschool Wrap-Around Care program, your child MUST be toilet-trained and be enrolled in the Discovery Learning Preschool program for the 2025-2026 or attending a Discovery Learning Preschool class through the Early Childhood Special Education program. Before School and After School Child care - Registration opens June 1-2nd @ 8 AM for Priority Families and June 3rd @ 8 AM for all families. Summer Care - 2026 Registration opens April 6-7th @ 8 AM for Priority Families and April 8th @ 8 AM for all families. With over 30 years of successful extended-day childcare experience, EdVenture Club provides a quality educational and FUN program that has parents and kids raving! Featured enrichment includes reading and math reinforcement, physical education, science, art and more! With the convenience of extended hours, part-time and full-time options as well as flexible schedules, ISD #728 Community Education EdVenture Club is sure to meet everyone's needs. To visit our homepage click HereChild Care Program -
EdVenture Club - Summer SwimAn added benefit to attending EdVenture Club–Summer is for your student to receive swim lessons at no additional cost! Students must be scheduled for childcare on all 4 days to be eligible to attend swimming lessons. Session days are Monday-Thursday for 1 week. Transportation from childcare sites to the VandenBerge pool is provided by EdVenture Club-Summer. Limited space is available. Week One: June 8-11 - Meadowvale Week Two: June 15-18 - Prairie View Week Three: June 22-25 - Zimmerman Week Four/Five: June 29-July 10: No Swim Week Six: July 13-16 - Parker Week Seven: July 20-23 - Twin Lakes Week Eight: July 27-30 - Rogers Week Nine: Aug 3-6 - Hassan, end of summer swim Swim Lesson Descriptions Level 1: Intro to Water Skills Is primarily focused on getting students comfortable with the water, basic aquatic skills and safe practices in and around water. We will focus on bobs, front and back floats, front and back glides, kicks, front crawl, elementary backstroke arms, and treading water. Student must have passed Little swimmers OR meet the following prerequisites: Water entry: rolling over, jumping to adult Water exit: stairs, ladder, or climbing out Underwater bobs 5 Front Float 5 seconds (face in the water, holding breath) Back Float 5 seconds (ears in the water) Bubbles lips above the water Bubbles lips below the water Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills The focus of this Level 2 swim class is horizontal motion. When swimmers put their faces in the water willingly, we can start teaching motion. We will focus on front and back float, front crawl, elementary backstroke, treading water, and sitting dives.Student must have passed Level 1 to participate OR meet the following prerequisites: Student must have passed Level 1 OR meet the following Prerequisites Bob underwater 10 times Front float 7 seconds Front glide Front kicks 5 yards with kickboard or barbell Front crawl (Scoops) 3 yards Back float 10 seconds Back glide Back kicks 5 yards with a kickboard or barbell Elementary backstroke arms 3 yards (using any kick) Tread water for 5 seconds using arms and kicks Front glide 2 yards rolling into a back float Back glide for 2 yards rolling into a front float Level 3: Stroke Development Level 3 introduces rhythmic breathing and builds on the skills learned in Levels 1 and 2 to help students achieve basic water skills. Student must have passed Level 2 OR meet the following Prerequisites: Front kicks with rhythmic breathing Front float 10 seconds Front crawl (freestyle) 7 to 10 yards Back kicks 7 to 10 yards Back float 15 seconds Elementary backstroke arms 7 to 10 yards Elementary backstroke 5 yards (with whip kick) Tread water for 10 seconds Sitting dive Level 4/5: Stroke Improvement Level 4/5 is a skill-based class focusing on helping participants refine and improve proficiency in all six swimming strokes, and builds on endurance. Student must have passed Level 3 OR meet the following Prerequisites: Front float (can take breaths) 30 seconds, body straight Front crawl with rhythmic breathing (freestyle) 15 yards Backstroke (back crawl) 10 yards Tread water 30 seconds, hips below shoulders Dolphin kick 10 yards Kneeling diveCategory -
Editing & Ghostwriting 101: Get Paid to Refine/Craft Other People’s StoriesGeneral InterestStep into the lucrative world of editing and ghostwriting, where your skills shape and elevate other people’s stories. This comprehensive class teaches you how to edit for clarity, style, and impact, as well as how to write in someone else’s voice with authenticity. You’ll learn how to find paying opportunities in both fields, explore diverse projects, master pricing strategies, navigate contracts with confidence, and build strong client relationships while maintaining confidentiality. Instructor LeeAnne Krusemark, a former journalist, published author, editor, and nationwide Professor of Publishing, including Harvard Adult Education, shares proven strategies for building a thriving, well-paid career. Informative handouts for future reference are included in this class. A few days before the class, you will receive an email with the video conference link. Additional materials will be provided by the instructor during the session.2026-2027 CE School Year -
Effective CopywritingProfessional DevelopmentWhether you’re writing a press release, an internal memo, or promoting your skills online or in a letter, strong writing skills are essential to success. In this course, you’ll explore proven tools and techniques to sharpen your copywriting and learn how to avoid common mistakes that can undermine your message. This course is included in the Certificate in Business Writing course.CE 2026 Summer -
Effective CopywritingProfessional DevelopmentWhether you’re writing a press release, an internal memo, or promoting your skills online or in a letter, strong writing skills are essential to success. In this course, you’ll explore proven tools and techniques to sharpen your copywriting and learn how to avoid common mistakes that can undermine your message. This course is included in the Certificate in Business Writing course.2026-2027 CE School Year -
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