Join us for a fun and creative class where you’ll learn how to make colorful friendship bracelets! In this hands-on course, students will explore basic knotting techniques, choose vibrant color patterns, and create unique bracelets to share with friends or keep for themselves. We’ll start with simple designs and move on to more exciting patterns as you build confidence. All materials are provided! This class is perfect for beginners and anyone who loves crafting, color, and friendship.

Reinforce basic essential math skills (adding, subtracting, place value, etc.) while playing games in the gym.

This mixed-age ECFE class includes parent-child play time, circle time, snack, and parent/caregiver discussion. Families are welcome to attend with one child or multiple children. You’ll spend time together in the early education classroom before separating for discussion with a Parent Educator, while your child enjoys playing and learning with an Early Education teacher and other kids in the class. This class is a wonderful opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect, share, and support one another, while children learn and grow alongside peers in a nurturing environment. Discussion topics may include child development, play, language and literacy, positive discipline, and more.

This mixed-age ECFE class includes parent-child play time, circle time, snack, and parent/caregiver discussion. Families are welcome to attend with one child or multiple children. You’ll spend time together in the early education classroom before separating for discussion with a Parent Educator, while your child enjoys playing and learning with an Early Education teacher and other kids in the class. This class is a wonderful opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect, share, and support one another, while children learn and grow alongside peers in a nurturing environment. Discussion topics may include child development, play, language and literacy, positive discipline, and more.

This mixed-age ECFE class includes parent-child play time, circle time, snack, and parent/caregiver discussion. Families are welcome to attend with one child or multiple children. You’ll spend time together in the early education classroom before separating for discussion with a Parent Educator, while your child enjoys playing and learning with an Early Education teacher and other kids in the class. This class is a wonderful opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect, share, and support one another, while children learn and grow alongside peers in a nurturing environment. Discussion topics may include child development, play, language and literacy, positive discipline, and more.

In this course, students will learn about basic music theory and composition techniques, as well as learn about music technology. This will include sound production and live sound mixing. Students can expect to work with software that creates music. Students do not need a background in music to be successful in this course. They just need to be willing to learn and try new things. Everything related to music and the technology used to create music will be explored in this course. . Students will need a tablet or computer

Let’s head outside and explore! In this hands-on class, students will discover the wonders of nature through games, scavenger hunts, crafts, and outdoor exploration. We’ll learn about plants, insects, and have fun while building curiosity for the natural world.

This class offers the perfect blend of ECFE and a practice preschool experience. On Friday mornings, you and your child will begin together in the early education classroom before parents and caregivers separate for a discussion led by our Parent Educator in the right next to the ECFE classroom. During this time, you’ll connect with other families and talk about potential topics such as school readiness, behavior, friendships, discipline, child development, and other areas chosen by the group. Meanwhile, your child will spend time with peers in a classroom led by an Early Education teacher, engaging in hands-on activities that build social, emotional, cognitive, and language skills. This class is designed to help children practice independence, follow routines, and develop the skills they need to thrive in a Pre-K setting. It’s a supportive, once-a-week way to give your child a head start while staying connected as a family!

This class offers the perfect blend of ECFE and a practice preschool experience. On Friday mornings, you and your child will begin together in the early education classroom before parents and caregivers separate for a discussion led by our Parent Educator in the right next to the ECFE classroom. During this time, you’ll connect with other families and talk about potential topics such as school readiness, behavior, friendships, discipline, child development, and other areas chosen by the group. Meanwhile, your child will spend time with peers in a classroom led by an Early Education teacher, engaging in hands-on activities that build social, emotional, cognitive, and language skills. This class is designed to help children practice independence, follow routines, and develop the skills they need to thrive in a Pre-K setting. It’s a supportive, once-a-week way to give your child a head start while staying connected as a family!

This class offers the perfect blend of ECFE and a practice preschool experience. On Friday mornings, you and your child will begin together in the early education classroom before parents and caregivers separate for a discussion led by our Parent Educator in the right next to the ECFE classroom. During this time, you’ll connect with other families and talk about potential topics such as school readiness, behavior, friendships, discipline, child development, and other areas chosen by the group. Meanwhile, your child will spend time with peers in a classroom led by an Early Education teacher, engaging in hands-on activities that build social, emotional, cognitive, and language skills. This class is designed to help children practice independence, follow routines, and develop the skills they need to thrive in a Pre-K setting. It’s a supportive, once-a-week way to give your child a head start while staying connected as a family!

Pre-K builds foundational literacy and numeracy skills while also supporting social-emotional development and effective communication. Through play-based learning in a nurturing environment, students develop independence, self-direction, and cooperation skills. Our Pre-K curriculum is designed to align with the State of Minnesota Early Learning Standards and to prepare students for a successful transition to Kindergarten.

Explore art and science hands on with paint, shaving cream, cornstarch, and so much more!

Learn the fundamentals on how to throw and play the QB Position.

Join us for a fun and relaxed Reading Club designed for students in grades 3–8 who love to read and enjoy discovering new books! During this session, students will hear several engaging book talks and receive recommendations for exciting titles they may want to read next. Whether they love adventure, mystery, humor, fantasy, or realistic stories, there will be plenty of great options to explore. Each participant will also choose a book to take home and keep, helping them build their own personal library and continue reading long after the class ends. We’ll also set aside time for students to enjoy quiet independent reading in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Snacks and beverages will be provided, making this a cozy and enjoyable time for students to relax, read, and connect with great books and fellow readers. 📚 Reading Club sessions will be offered twice a month in May after school and throughout the summer. Students may sign up for one session, several sessions, or all of them—whatever fits their schedule. The book talks and recommendations will be different each session, so there will always be new books to discover!

8:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello.Load in parking lot. 9:30 a.m. Make a comfort stop at the Middle Spunk Lake Rest Area near Avon, MN. 11:00 a.m. Arrive for lunch at Travelers Inn Restaurant, Alexandria’s Oldest Eating Establishment since 1924.Menu: Swedish Meatballs, Lightly Spiced and served in a Creamy Gravy Sauce, Served with Baby Red Skinned Mashed, Vegetable, Dinner Roll, Beverage 12:30 p.m. Leave Travelers Inn Restaurant.Just three blocks down the street is the Runestone Museum. 12:45 p.m. Take a guided tour of The Runestone Museum Foundation. It has been inspiring curiosity about local history and heritage for more than 50 years. The World Famous and controversial Kensington Rune Stone was the Runestone Museum’s only artifact when it opened its’ doors in 1958. Since then, the museum has grown to include additional artifacts found in Minnesota that relate to Middle-Age Nordic explorers. The 40 piece collection includes the Climax fire steel. In the First Peoples exhibit, an original 1920s Tinkle Cone Dress is on display; only four such dresses exist in North America. Visitors can also explore Minnesota’s natural history. There is also a Minnesota Wildlife Exhibit, complete with animal sounds and habitat information. 1:45 p.m. After the tour, spend a few minutes in the gift shop. 2:00 p.m. Transfer to the Up North Ice Cream Company in Alexandria. 2:30 p.m. Leave Alexandria, MN. 3:30 p.m. Make a comfort stop at the Big Spunk Lake Rest Area new Avon, MN. 4:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 - No refunds after this date!

Small Wonders offers a play-based, hands-on, and age-appropriate learning environment that supports the whole child. The program focuses on social-emotional, cognitive, motor, and language development. There is a strong emphasis on fostering independence, self-direction, and cooperation skills.

Create your own “space” on canvas and choose between creating either a astronaut helmet or space rocket to create

Celebrate Independence Day with a burst of creativity and sweetness! In Sparkle & Sprinkle: 4th of July Cakepops, youth will roll, dip, and decorate their very own cakepops in patriotic style. Using red, white, and blue shimmers, sprinkles, and edible glitter, each cakepop becomes a dazzling treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Participants will learn simple cakepop techniques, experiment with colorful designs, and create festive treats perfect for the holiday. At the end of class, everyone will take home their decorated cakepops to share with family and friends—adding sparkle to any 4th of July celebration.