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Build Smart Home Series: Intro to Building Your Own HomeGeneral InterestThinking about being your own General Contractor, or wanting to be a deeply informed homeowner during your build? Start with clarity and confidence. Join us for an in-person educational session hosted by Rum River Consultants and sponsored by Performance By Design. Learn the steps, expectations, and realities of building a custom home—before you start. This session is ideal for: Future homeowners preparing to build People considering being their own General Contractor Anyone wanting to be hands-on & informed during their build Early-stage planners exploring land, design, or budgeting Investors planning future construction projects Walk away with a better understanding of: The homebuilding process from land to move-in What being your own General Contractor truly requires Budgets, timelines, and contingencies Permits & inspections—what catches most people Common pitfalls that cost time and money Where to start to set your build up for success2026-2027 CE School Year -
Build a Fairy World! | age 5-10Academics | TechnologyStep into a world of imagination and engineering magic! In this indoor hands-on STEM camp, kids will design, craft, and create everything their fairies need to live and play. From building cozy fairy houses and whimsical bridges, to crafting tiny fairy friends and a glowing LED lantern, every project helps bring their outdoor fairy garden to life. Campers will explore science, creativity, and storytelling, all while building their own enchanting mini world to take home! Please bring a nut-free snack and a beverage each day. Students who are registered for "Lunch Bunch" should bring a nut-free lunch and an additional beverage. *** 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 -
Business WritingProfessional DevelopmentLearn the essential practices for developing clear, effective, and professional business writing. This course covers strategies for crafting well-structured documents, avoiding common grammatical errors, and applying business writing principles that will support effective communication for years to come.This course is included in the Certificate in Business Writing course.CE 2026 Summer -
Business WritingProfessional DevelopmentLearn the essential practices for developing clear, effective, and professional business writing. This course covers strategies for crafting well-structured documents, avoiding common grammatical errors, and applying business writing principles that will support effective communication for years to come.This course is included in the Certificate in Business Writing course.2026-2027 CE School Year -
Buying a Home in Today's MarketFinanceWhether you’re buying your first home, a dream home, or an investment property, the process can feel overwhelming—especially in today’s market. This session will guide you through current real estate trends, debunk common myths, and help you make informed decisions. You’ll also learn how to build a personalized home-buying plan based on your goals, limitations, timeline, budget, and preferred location. Learn how to personalize the home-buying plan that fits you best.2026-2027 CE School Year -
CSS FundamentalsTechnologyIn this introductory course, you will learn how to style web pages using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) coding language. Topics include using inline, internal, and external CSS, web typography, formatting text, working with web colors, using Google fonts, working with id and class selectors. You’ll also learn to style page elements, create layouts, and understand the CSS box model to build visually appealing, well-structured web pages. This course is included in the Coding Certificate course.CE 2026 Summer -
CSS FundamentalsTechnologyIn this introductory course, you will learn how to style web pages using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) coding language. Topics include using inline, internal, and external CSS, web typography, formatting text, working with web colors, using Google fonts, working with id and class selectors. You’ll also learn to style page elements, create layouts, and understand the CSS box model to build visually appealing, well-structured web pages. This course is included in the Coding Certificate course.2026-2027 CE School Year -
Canva Academy for BusinessTechnologyAre you tired of spending hours in Canva trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results? Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva—no design experience required! You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional. Login details are included in the confirmation email sent after registration.CE 2026 Summer -
Canva Creative ProjectsTechnologyUnlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva—the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters! This online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn how to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations, to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs. Login details are included in the confirmation email sent after registration.CE 2026 Summer -
Canva Power Hour: Advanced Tricks That Save You Time!TechnologyTake your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. Login details are included in the confirmation email sent after registration.CE 2026 Summer -
Canva for Awesome BeginnersTechnologyCanva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest free design website available. Discover how to create designs from scratch, or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents to business cards, email signatures and more, you'll come away with a practical guide to using Canva with confidence! You'll receive the login details in the confirmation email received upon completion of registration.2025-2026 CE School Year -
Cash is KingProfessional DevelopmentCash is arguably the most critical factor in business success. According to D&B, 90% of small business failures result from poor cash flow—when more money goes out than comes in. While financial managers play a key role, it’s often the non-financial manager who makes the biggest difference in day-to-day cash activities. Learn how to maximize cash flow, understand the true importance of cash, and discover your role in driving cash flow success. This course is included in the Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers course.CE 2026 Summer -
Cash is KingProfessional DevelopmentCash is arguably the most critical factor in business success. According to D&B, 90% of small business failures result from poor cash flow—when more money goes out than comes in. While financial managers play a key role, it’s often the non-financial manager who makes the biggest difference in day-to-day cash activities. Learn how to maximize cash flow, understand the true importance of cash, and discover your role in driving cash flow success. This course is included in the Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers course.2026-2027 CE School Year -
WaitlistCeramics: Charcuterie Board Handbuilding | age 16+ArtsJoin us for a creative and hands-on 2-part workshop where you'll design, shape, and glaze your own unique ceramic charcuterie board — perfect for entertaining or gifting! Session 1: Build Your Board In the first class, you'll learn hand-building techniques to shape your charcuterie board using slabs of clay. Customize the size, form, and design — add texture, or a spot for small bowls if you like! No prior clay experience is necessary; we’ll guide you through every step. Session 2: Glaze & Personalize Once your board has been bisque fired, come back to add your finishing touches with glaze. Choose from a variety of colors and finishes to make your board truly one-of-a-kind. Project Pick-up: Completed projects will be fired in the kiln and made available for pick-up one week after the last class. This allows us to ensure that your creations are properly finished and ready for you to take home.2025-2026 CE School Year -
WaitlistCeramics: Clay ExplorationArtsExperience the tactile art of working with clay in this hands-on ceramics class! Whether you’re brand new to pottery or looking to build on existing skills, this class welcomes all experience levels. You’ll begin with a hand-building project to learn foundational techniques. Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you’ll progress to throwing on the pottery wheel, where you’ll practice centering clay, pulling cylinders, and shaping bowls and vases as time allows. Along the way, you’ll create pieces that are functional, sculptural, or decorative—perfect for displaying at home or gifting to someone special. Please wear old clothing, as working with clay can get a little messy (that’s part of the fun!). Project Pick-Up: Completed pieces will be fired in the kiln and available for pick-up one week after the final class.CE 2026 Summer -
Ceramics: Clay Exploration | grades 4-8Visual ArtsGet the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods, including hand building, coil, slab, and wheel throwing—techniques that guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design using one of many glazing options for the finishing touch. Projects can be functional, sculptural, or decorative. Please wear old clothing as working with clay can be messy, but rewarding! We want you to fully enjoy the experience without worrying about your clothes. Project Pick-up: Completed projects will be fired in the kiln and made available for pick-up one week after the final class. This allows us to ensure that your creations are properly finished and ready for you to take home.CE 2026 Summer -
WaitlistCeramics: Clay Exploration | grades K-4Visual ArtsGet the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods, including hand building, coil, slab, and wheel throwing—techniques that guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design using one of many glazing options for the finishing touch. Projects can be functional, sculptural, or decorative. Please wear old clothing to class as working with clay can be messy, but rewarding! We want you to fully enjoy the experience without worrying about your clothes. Project Pick-up: Completed projects will be fired in the kiln and made available for pick-up one week after the final class. This allows us to ensure that your creations are properly finished and ready for you to take home.CE 2026 Summer -
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Ceramics: Clay Sampler | age 16+ArtsJoin us for a memorable, engaging, and rewarding four-week clay workshop. This exciting, hands-on experience is perfect for those who are ready to challenge themselves creatively while learning the art of ceramics. Throughout the session, you’ll focus on developing foundational skills as you explore several hand-building techniques—or try your hand at throwing on the pottery wheel. The first three classes will concentrate on shaping and refining your work using wet clay. Once your pieces have dried and been bisque-fired, the final class will be dedicated to glazing, where you’ll add color and personality to your finished creations. Whether you’re new to clay or looking to strengthen your skills, this workshop offers a rewarding creative experience from start to finish. All completed projects will be available for pick-up one week after the final class.CE 2026 Summer -
Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial ManagersProfessional DevelopmentEvery successful professional uses financial information to make effective decisions. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers introduces essential financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses, providing practical techniques to enhance your effectiveness and advance your career. Start by building a solid foundation: understand the seven steps of the accounting cycle and learn how to use financial information in decision-making. Gain the skills to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance confidently. Next, focus on cash—the lifeblood of any business. Non-financial managers play a crucial role in day-to-day cash activities. Learn how to maximize cash flow, appreciate the importance of cash, and understand your role in cash flow success. Finally, deepen your knowledge of the financial information that drives your organization. Learn how to assess and analyze business reports, enabling smarter decisions in budgeting, goal setting, and performance evaluation within your area of influence. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers, Cash is King, and Financial Analysis and Planning for Non-Financial Managers.CE 2026 Summer -
Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial ManagersProfessional DevelopmentEvery successful professional uses financial information to make effective decisions. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers introduces essential financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses, providing practical techniques to enhance your effectiveness and advance your career. Start by building a solid foundation: understand the seven steps of the accounting cycle and learn how to use financial information in decision-making. Gain the skills to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance confidently. Next, focus on cash—the lifeblood of any business. Non-financial managers play a crucial role in day-to-day cash activities. Learn how to maximize cash flow, appreciate the importance of cash, and understand your role in cash flow success. Finally, deepen your knowledge of the financial information that drives your organization. Learn how to assess and analyze business reports, enabling smarter decisions in budgeting, goal setting, and performance evaluation within your area of influence. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers, Cash is King, and Financial Analysis and Planning for Non-Financial Managers.2026-2027 CE School Year -
Certificate in Basic Game DesignTechnologyGames are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This certificate provides you with a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment. In the first course, you will discover resources for developing game design, and identify the mechanics and "verbs" used in different games. You will come away with understanding the different activities that are involved in game design, learn how to develop a game idea, and acquire a basic familiarity with collaborating with game developers. The second course introduces the fundamentals of video game design. You’ll learn about the main video game genres and use a game development application to begin creating your own games. By completing the Certificate in Basic Game Design, you will have taken your first steps toward understanding game design and gained the skills needed to start creating your own games. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the two required courses: Introduction to Game Design and Intermediate Video Game Design.CE 2026 Summer -
Certificate in Basic Game DesignTechnologyGames are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This certificate provides you with a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment. In the first course, you will discover resources for developing game design, and identify the mechanics and "verbs" used in different games. You will come away with understanding the different activities that are involved in game design, learn how to develop a game idea, and acquire a basic familiarity with collaborating with game developers. The second course introduces the fundamentals of video game design. You’ll learn about the main video game genres and use a game development application to begin creating your own games. By completing the Certificate in Basic Game Design, you will have taken your first steps toward understanding game design and gained the skills needed to start creating your own games. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the two required courses: Introduction to Game Design and Intermediate Video Game Design.2026-2027 CE School Year -
Certificate in Business WritingProfessional DevelopmentBusiness writing is a vital skill for both personal and organizational success. Discover the keys to effective workplace communication. Whether you’re crafting a report, memo, letter, or publicity notice, strong business writing follows proven principles. In the workplace, successful communicators move forward—others get left behind. Enhance your career by mastering this essential skill. Start by learning the formats, structures, and techniques for writing clear, professional business reports and proposals. Then, sharpen your skills with editing and proofreading. Finally, explore what journalists do best: write news stories, press releases, and publicity notices that capture attention and resonate with readers. With the Certificate in Business Writing, you’ll gain practical skills to help your organization stand out and take your professional communication to the next level. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Business Writing, Effective Copywriting, and Successfully Communicating Your Message.CE 2026 Summer -
Certificate in Business WritingProfessional DevelopmentBusiness writing is a vital skill for both personal and organizational success. Discover the keys to effective workplace communication. Whether you’re crafting a report, memo, letter, or publicity notice, strong business writing follows proven principles. In the workplace, successful communicators move forward—others get left behind. Enhance your career by mastering this essential skill. Start by learning the formats, structures, and techniques for writing clear, professional business reports and proposals. Then, sharpen your skills with editing and proofreading. Finally, explore what journalists do best: write news stories, press releases, and publicity notices that capture attention and resonate with readers. With the Certificate in Business Writing, you’ll gain practical skills to help your organization stand out and take your professional communication to the next level. Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Business Writing, Effective Copywriting, and Successfully Communicating Your Message.2026-2027 CE School Year