Skyhawks 1st Down Tots classes introduce your little athlete to football with focuses on motor skills, body control, and basic skills like throwing and catching. No tackling or blocking is involved, just pure fun and skill development! Parent participation required. Registration deadline July 27.

This driver improvement refresher course is taught by Precision Driving of Minnesota trained instructors. The class will explore changes in laws, the latest vehicle technology, and provide you with easy-to-use defensive driving tips. In addition, we will explore traffic safety and accident prevention. Completion of this course allows for a 10% reduction on automobile insurance premiums for those age 55 and over. To register please go to mnsafetycenter.org or call 1-888-234-1294.

Don't let the kids have all the fun! Join us on the dance floor as we work on the 8 basic steps to this traditional American dance form called Clogging. No experience needed. We will get your heart rate up as we learn a few fun routines to upbeat popular songs. Bring a friend, some of your family, or come on your own. Wear some comfy clothes and shoes that can slide easily. Optional-you can purchase glue-on clogging taps for $20 from the instructor. Bring a pair of flat-soled shoes for the taps to be attached to (white shoes preferred for possible future performance opportunities).

Create cookies that are (almost) too pretty to eat! Spend a cozy fall evening learning the art of royal icing in our hands-on decorating class. We’ll guide you through creating breathtaking fall-themed designs, from rustic pumpkins to cozy sweaters. Imagine the compliments you’ll receive! This class is the perfect way to unwind, get creative, and enjoy learning something new! You’ll leave with a box of your own masterpieces and our special recipe to recreate the magic at home. Enter in door #3.

North Branch Community Education and Right Away Driving School are partnering to provide Driver’s Education to the North Branch area.Classes will be held on the North Branch High School (NBHS) campus. Important Course Information: After registering, you will receive a Driver’s Ed confirmation email. Within that email, there will be a link to an Information Document from Right Away Driving School. This document must be completed in full before your child can attend class. If it is not completed, your child will not be able to participate. 30 Hours of Classroom Instruction: Students under 18 are required to complete 30 hours of in-class instruction before they may take the permit test. Once the 30 hours of classroom instruction are completed, Right Away Driving School will upload the student’s Blue Card directly to the DMV website, as Blue Cards are no longer issued in physical form. The Blue Card uploaded to the DMV serves as proof of course completion in order to take the permit test. After passing the permit test, students may drive with a licensed driver age 21 or older. Scheduling the Permit Test Option 1: At Right Away Driving School Note: At our other locations (North Branch), we only offer the permit test on the last day of an in-person class. This option is only available if we have an instructor available. Click here to sign up for a permit test at North Branch on the LAST DAY of CLASS: https://www.rightawaydrivingschool.com/north-branch-permit-testing You may take the permit test on the last day of class if: You have completed all 10 days You are at least 15 years old You have passed the final exam with 80% or higher. Not able to make it on the last day of class? No worries You can choose a date that works best for your family at our Forest Lake location. Click here to sign up for a permit test with R.A.D: https://www.rightawaydrivingschool.com/forest-lake-permit-testing Option 2: At Your Local DMV Schedule an appointment at the DMV by clicking: HERE Starting April 1, 2025: Blue Slips are uploaded directly to the DMV. You will receive a confirmation email once the upload is complete. Please do not go to the DMV until you receive this confirmation email. What Is the Typical Class Like? What Is Needed? What to bring: Highlighter, notebook, writing utensil, and computer or phone (Driver manuals & Folder are provided) Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3 hours per day Fridays are done virtually at home Class size: Maximum of 20 students Class structure: Daily review, Chapter reading, Worksheets, Group activities & Chapter testing What If My Child Needs to Miss a Day? If your child misses a day, they may make it up the same day at home or over the weekend, as long as they fill out the Make-Up Day form that morning. We will upload their work to the Flexi dashboard. Students are only allowed to complete up to 3 hours of Driver’s Education in one day. The instructor will review Make-Up Day procedures with students during the first day of class. *The cost of the course includes behind-the-wheel instruction with Right Away Driving School . Please be sure to schedule behind-the-wheel lessons directly with Right Away. For any additional questions, please contact: Right Away Driving School – Main Office 255 Highway 97, Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-253-7977 EMAIL: INFO@RIGHTAWAYDRIVINGSCHOOL.COM WEBSITE: WWW.RIGHTAWAYDRIVINGSCHOOL.COM Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Fridays: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays: Closed

North Branch Community Education and Right Away Driving School are partnering to provide Driver’s Education to the North Branch area.Classes will be held on the North Branch High School (NBHS) campus. Important Course Information: After registering, you will receive a Driver’s Ed confirmation email. Within that email, there will be a link to an Information Document from Right Away Driving School. This document must be completed in full before your child can attend class. If it is not completed, your child will not be able to participate. 30 Hours of Classroom Instruction: Students under 18 are required to complete 30 hours of in-class instruction before they may take the permit test. Once the 30 hours of classroom instruction are completed, Right Away Driving School will upload the student’s Blue Card directly to the DMV website, as Blue Cards are no longer issued in physical form. The Blue Card uploaded to the DMV serves as proof of course completion in order to take the permit test. After passing the permit test, students may drive with a licensed driver age 21 or older. Scheduling the Permit Test Option 1: At Right Away Driving School Note: At our other locations (North Branch), we only offer the permit test on the last day of an in-person class. This option is only available if we have an instructor available. Click here to sign up for a permit test at North Branch on the LAST DAY of CLASS: https://www.rightawaydrivingschool.com/north-branch-permit-testing You may take the permit test on the last day of class if: You have completed all 10 days You are at least 15 years old You have passed the final exam with 80% or higher. Not able to make it on the last day of class? No worries You can choose a date that works best for your family at our Forest Lake location. Click here to sign up for a permit test with R.A.D: https://www.rightawaydrivingschool.com/forest-lake-permit-testing Option 2: At Your Local DMV Schedule an appointment at the DMV by clicking: HERE Starting April 1, 2025: Blue Slips are uploaded directly to the DMV. You will receive a confirmation email once the upload is complete. Please do not go to the DMV until you receive this confirmation email. What Is the Typical Class Like? What Is Needed? What to bring: Highlighter, notebook, writing utensil, and computer or phone (Driver manuals & Folder are provided) Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3 hours per day Fridays are done virtually at home Class size: Maximum of 55 students Class structure: Daily review, Chapter reading, Worksheets, Group activities & Chapter testing What If My Child Needs to Miss a Day? If your child misses a day, they may make it up the same day at home or over the weekend, as long as they fill out the Make-Up Day form that morning. We will upload their work to the Flexi dashboard. Students are only allowed to complete up to 3 hours of Driver’s Education in one day. The instructor will review Make-Up Day procedures with students during the first day of class. *The cost of the course includes behind-the-wheel instruction with Right Away Driving School . Please be sure to schedule behind-the-wheel lessons directly with Right Away. For any additional questions, please contact: Right Away Driving School – Main Office 255 Highway 97, Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-253-7977 EMAIL: INFO@RIGHTAWAYDRIVINGSCHOOL.COM WEBSITE: WWW.RIGHTAWAYDRIVINGSCHOOL.COM Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Fridays: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays: Closed--

Tired of playing the same old predictable video games? Do you want to go on a high adventure where you fight dragons and goblins? Do you want to sneak into thieves guild and steal treasures? Have you ever wanted to become a wizard, and sit through classes at Hogwarts? Well then sign up for the Dungeons and Dragons Summer Club and be prepared to be whisked away into a world of fun and creativity. During the weekly meeting you will create a character and learn how to play D&D and set off on a epic campaign created from the mind of Mr. Reistad himself. You can join and meet new friends or sign up with your friends as an adventuring party. Space is limited so register early! Psst! Hey parents. Tired of your student sitting around all summer in front of the TV? Dungeons and Dragons is a great way to promote positive social interaction over the summer as well as creative writing and reading, supporting imaginative and creative development.

Essentrics is based on the popular PBS series "Classical Stretch". It is a 60 minute total body dynamic stretching and strengthening workout. This flowing workout is non impact, equipment free with roots in tai chi, physical therapy and ballet. Suitable for all fitness levels, participants should be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring a water bottle, mat to class and dress comfortable. Jackie is a certified Essentrics instructor and Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner. She is a former NBAPS teacher, has taught fitness classes for many years, and lives in North Branch with her family. To learn more about Jackie and her classes visit jackiebadger.com

Come join North Branch Flag Football, put on by our North Branch Vikings varsity coaching staff and varsity players as we introduce our young Vikings to football! Our varsity coaches and players will teach the basic football fundamentals (topics include: proper shoulder tackling as suggested by USA Football, blocking, throwing, catching, running and other football drills) and compete in various competitions. This is a non-contact camp. Let's have some fun learning about football! SKOL! Please wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.

Clogging is a traditional American dance form, with similarities to tap and Irish dancing. This is a beginner dance class for ages 3-8 taught by a National Certified Clogging Instructor! Along with many fun clogging steps & routines, your dancer will work on basic rhythm, flexibility, balance and how to be a great dance student. Students can wear comfortable clothes & shoes that slide easily. Optional glue-on clogging taps can be purchased from the instructor for $20. Bring a pair of flat-soled shoes for the taps to be attached to (white shoes preferred for possible future performance opportunities). No experience needed. Local performance opportunities will be available after the last class.

Fuel the passion for flag football in your young athlete at Mini-Hawk Flag Football. From football drills to fun games and touchdown cheers, Skyhawks blends skill development with the joy of the game, creating a well-rounded introduction to football. Deadline to register July 27.

Dive into a world of color and creativity. In this hands-on class, children will explore the magic of mixing and painting through fun activities like finger painting, watercolor experiments, and using droppers and squirt bottles to create colorful designs. Little artists will discover how colors blend, swirl, and change while developing fine motor skills, imagination, and a love for exploring the world of color. Perfect for curious minds ready to play, learn, and make a colorful mess! Parent/guardian needs to be present for the entire class.

Make a bag out of a graphic t-shirt! T-shirts will be provided or you can bring your own. Bring fabric scissors if you have them (not required). Participants MUST be able to tie shoes to participate. Parents can stay to help if desired.

Yes, we CAN learn about robotics! With the Lego robotics system, young children can build and program their robotic creations. Designed by the experts at MIT, this unique system teaches children about simple machines, engineering, programming, and so much more. Young imaginations soar! The Lego Education Robotics Builder class allows students to explore different concepts in robotics. Possible models may include dancing birds, a hungry alligator robot, goal kicker robot, a rescue plane, and a smart spinner robot. Students will be working in pairs.

Grades completed K - 6 at Cambridge High School PoolFee includes bus transportation to and from Cambridge High School pool. August 5-9 Cost $64Depart Education Center 12:15pmLessons 1-2pmReturn to Education Center 2:45pm Students should bring a towel and come dressed to swim. We will provide a chaperone for the bus ride, and this person will be at the pool. Parents, please register your child for the best-fitted swimming level. The pool will evaluate the students on the first day and may move them to the class that best matches their skill level. Each level of lessons includes training in basic water safety and helping a swimmer in distress. In addition to the skills outlined below. Level 1: Water Exploration - This class is designed to help first-time swimmers become comfortable in the water. Students will learn skills in water entry/exit, breath control, floating and alternating arm action. Level 2: Primary Skills - Students will learn fundamental skills of propelling themselves in the water. Level 3: Stroke Readiness - Skills covered include coordinated front crawl, elementary back stroke and treading water. Safe diving skills will be introduced. Level 4: Stroke Development - Students will develop endurance and coordination of crawl and elementary back stroke, introduction to breast stroke and turns. Level 5: Stroke Refinement - Students will improve on previously learned strokes and will be introduced to butterfly, open turns, springboard diving distance swimming.

Dancers will learn a fun routine taught by members of the North Branch Vikettes Dance Team. They will present their routine on the last day of camp. Students please wear black shorts or capris, tennis shoes or dance shoes. Bring a water bottle. Participants will get to show off their dance routine at a High School Varsity Football game this fall. Information will be emailed out. Please enter in door #16. All participants will receive poms and a t-shirt. Please indicate size. Deadline to register is July 27.