Montevideo Independent School District #129

Community Education and School News

“Serving Residents of all Ages”

August/September/October 2020 Volume 22 Issue 1

A Newsletter Published by School District # 129

Community Education

Things to Know 1-3

SWNS 4

Thunder Hawk Care 5-6

ECFE 7-12

Youth Enrichment 12

Recreation 13-15

Drivers Ed 16

ABE 17

Adult Enrichment 18

MRVED Virtual offerings 19-21

Senior Center Information 22-24

Inside this issue… Page(s)

Please note that the current COVID-19 situation is changing daily. As for now, we are planning for the Fall programs to take

place as scheduled. We will keep you informed of changes as they occur.

We are NOT printing and mailing this

Fall brochure.

Everything in this brochure is subject to change.

Community Education Staff

Bob Grey, Community Education-Recreation Administrator bgrey@montevideoschools.org Kristin Johnson, Secretary kjohnson@montevideoschools.org Marie Reszel, Community Education Director marier@montevideoschools.org ECFE/School Readiness, ecfe@montevideoschools.org Ashley Liebl, Recreation & Aquatics Program Coordinator aliebl@montevideoschools.org Trisha Lien, Thunder Hawk Care Coordinator tlien@montevideoschools.org

Community Education– Page 1

Montevideo Community Education

Office Hours: 8 AM–4 PM Phone: 320-269-5026 Fax: 320-269-5684 Web Site: www.montevideoschools.org Location: Sanford Education Center 412 S 13th

Community Education-Recreation promotes an educational, recreational, and safe environment in which citizen involvement and lifelong learning are essential for residents of all ages to grow personally and collectively.

CLIP & SEND Montevideo Community Education

412 S 13th St. Montevideo, MN 56265

Activity_________________________________Fee:_________ Activity_________________________________Fee:_________ Activity_________________________________Fee:_________ NAME___________________________Phone______________ Address____________________________________ City____________________________________Zip__________ Sex: M F DOB_______________ Grade__________ Credit Card #_call with credit card info. Checks Payable to: Montevideo Community Education or ISD # 129

FALL Advisory Meetings 12 PM

Sept 17th Oct 22nd Nov 19th

Pre-Registration Pre-registration is necessary for many of the activities and classes at least three days prior to the start of the class or activity. Registration is complete only after the fee has been received in the Community Education office. Community Ed reserves the right to CANCEL any

activity or class due to insufficient enrollment. Scholarships are available. Contact the Community

Ed office. Senior Citizen discounts are available for some

activities to those over 65 years of age. To be eligible for a refund, cancellations must be

requested two days prior to starting date of class or activity and a $3 processing fee is charged. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the start of the class may result in forfeiture of your registration fee. No refunds will be made for trips and outings after the registration deadline unless the trip or outing is cancelled.

Happy 51st BIRTHDAY COMMUNITY ED!!!! Did you know Montevideo was one of the original fifteen school districts in MN to receive a $5,000 start up grant for Community Education back in 1969!

Community Education-Recreation Advisory Council

Donna Krueger-Chair Jimmy Williamson Steve Sulflow-Vie Chair Tracy Wellendorf Kelly Snell– Past Chair Wendy Augeson Darin Ries Kori Douglas Emmary Birhanzl Dave Lieser Travis Birhanzl Jennifer Enevoldsen Jennifer Philaya Greta Rongstad

Dr. Luther Heller, Supt. Of Schools

Registration-Page 2

How to Register for…… Community Ed & Recreation Activities Trips & Tours & ECFE 1. Online: 1. Go to the school’s web page at www.montevideoschools.org 2. Click on the School Store link on the left side of page. 3. Click on Community Ed & Recreation. 4. Click on a category (ex. Youth Recreation). 5. Find the class that you want to register for and click on the select box on the right hand side of the screen. 6. Click on Add to Cart. 7. Click on Check out. 8. Choose New user– Create New Account. The next time you return to the site, you will only need to log in under the returning user section. 9. Step 1 Add Student/Participant Info, fill in all information about participant 10. Click on Save and Continue. 11. Step 2 Add Payer Information, fill in all information. 12. Click on Continue 13. Step 3 Verify Student/Participants & Quantity. 14. Click on Assign a Person. 15. Click on Save & Exit. 16. If your cart is correct…. Click on Check Out. 17. Step 4 Confirm that information is correct and enter 3 digits from the back of your credit card. 18. Click on submit your payment.

19. Always click on Log Off My Account when you are finished.

2. Telephone: Telephone payments are accepted by calling 320-269-5026. (Visa & Mastercard accepted). 3. Mail: Use the clip & send form on page 16 and mail it to the Com-munity Education Office, 412 S. 13th Street. Payment must accompany your completed registration form. 4. Walk-In: Stop at the Community Education Office located in the Sanford Education Center at 412 S. 13th Street. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm.

How to pay for…… Thunder Hawk Care CASH, CHECK, & MONEY ORDER PAYMENTS: Families are not required to use the automatic payment service, and are still welcome/expected to pay weekly or bi-weekly with Cash, Check, or Money Order. Because our program is a pre-pay program, payment must be made in advance of the service, not after the service has been provided. Because multiple people are able to enter payments in the main office, and we have several families with the same last name in our program, please write your child’s name in the memo section of your check so that we can ensure it gets entered in the right account. Please make checks payable to: LITTLE THUNDER HAWKS or JUNIOR THUNDER HAWKS. If you have a child in both programs (Junior Thunder Hawk Care & Little Thunder Hawk Care) you will still need to write 2 separate checks. At this time you cannot combine payments on one check. AUTO ACH/CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS: We are excited to offer the safety, convenience and ease of Tuition Express - a payment processing system that allows secure, on-time tuition and fee payments to be made from either your bank account or credit card bi-weekly! Enrollment forms are available in the Thunder Hawk Care Office at Sanford. ONE TIME/NON-RECURRING CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS: Families are eligible to make one-time (not recurring automatic) credit card payments in person at the Sanford office or by calling 320-269-6538 ext. 3101 (Trish) or ext. 3262 (Ashley). Credit card information for one-time transactions is not stored in our system so families will need to stop in or call with their card information each time they want to use this option.

How to pay for Small World Nursery School... There are two ways to set up a payment plan for your Small World Nursery School. You can provide credit/debit card information to the Community Education office and the monthly payment will be deducted from your account on the 1st of each month - or - you can have the monthly payment deducted from your bank account (either checking or savings) on the 25th of each month.

If you choose the credit/debit card method, you must give your card information personally or over the phone to the Community Education office at 320-269-5026. An account will be set up for you on the Community Education secure website. (Credit/Debit card information cannot be retained on paper by the Community Education office.) Early Learning Scholarships are available to those that qualify. Please call the Community Education office at 320-269-5026 for more information.

Things to Know-Page 3

Register Early and Pre-registration~ Often times, there are registration deadlines listed for classes and if there aren’t enough enrolled by that date, we have to cancel. Please make sure you register early for all our activities so we know there are enough enrolled to hold the class and supplies can be ordered on time. We must receive payment before registering someone for a class and you must pre-register for all our classes, un-less it states a price/session like Zumba or Yoga. Please do not attend our activities if you aren’t registered.

NSF Check Policy-Any Community

Education program participant who has a check returned for non-sufficient funds (NSF) will: 1. Be notified of the NSF check and be asked to pay the amount in cash immediately. 2. After two NSF checks with Comm. Ed, participants will be required to pay by cash, credit card, or money order for all future payments to Comm. Ed.

Community Education Policy Statement….

The Montevideo Community Education Department does not provide accident insurance for participants in any of its programs/activities. Participants assume all inherent risk of injury resulting from their involvement in programs or activities. Participants, upon payment of activity/program fee, give consent to the use of any photographs taken by the Comm Ed-Rec Department, its employees, agents and elected officials and such photographs shall become the property of the Community Ed Department. Participants are not entitled to compensation of any kind for the use of such photographs.

Please pick up your child ON TIME from all activities - Please be on time

to pick up your child from all Community Ed activities. Our supervisors, instructors, and volunteers time are important and they can’t leave until all kids have been picked up. Tardiness in picking up your child may result in a discontinuation of your child's ability to participate in activities.

THINGS TO KNOW...

The Community Ed phone # is 269-5026 and our fax number is 269-5684. We are located at the Sanford Education Center-412 S 13th Street.

You can register online for Comm. Ed activities! See page 17 for more details. You can also view the schedules online, by going to www.montevideoschools.com and clicking on the Calendar tab. Then in the view schedules box, it lists all the Athletic activities as well as the Comm. Ed activities. You can even print all the activities your kids are involved in a calendar format!

All School District Facilities are

Alcohol and Tobacco FREE…

Including outdoor ball fields and

playgrounds!

Listen to KDMA Radio (1460 AM) for program cancellations, postponements, or schedule changes. Do NOT call the radio station! We will also post them on the Comm. Ed tab of the school website: www.montevideoschools.com

Search for “Montevideo Community Education” on Facebook and “Like” us for weather related updates and class reminders. Hover over the Liked button and then select get notifications in the drop down box so you see all our updates in your newsfeed.

SWNS-Page 4

Small World Nursery School Sanford Education Center, 320-269-5026

Peggy Knutson, Teacher ext. 3198 Cassie Nelson, Teacher ext. 3203 Melissa Schmitt, Teacher ext. 3205

A quality 4 star Parent Aware Rated pre-school program sponsored by the Montevideo Public Schools-Community Education Department.

Special Program Features *4 Star Parent Aware Rated Program! (see page 30 for more info.) Activities to assist with the emotional, social,

intellectual and physical development of youth 3-5 years of age.

State licensed experienced pre-school teachers State of the art facilities. Access to gymnasium, computer lab, library and

new playground. School District support staff available to

participants in Small World Nursery School. Smooth transition for children from nursery

school to kindergarten. Age separation to eliminate curriculum

duplication and enhance curriculum. We utilize a play based curriculum, Creative

Curriculum School Bus available to SWNS students- before

the 8 AM class or after the 3 PM class. MN Reading Corps incorporated in classes. Smart Board and tablets are used in the

classroom. Monthly Family Days!

Fall 2020 registration- Pre-Kindergarten classes run five half days, Monday thru Friday. Pre School classes run two half days for our 3-4 year olds on Mondays and Wednesdays (AM or PM) or Tuesdays and Fridays (AM). Registration forms are available at the Sanford office and on the school website www.montevideoschools.org under the Community Ed. Tab. Classes for next year are full at print time. A $30 cash or check registration fee (written to ISD #129) and registration form must be turned in to the Sanford office in order to be officially registered. NO phone registrations will be taken.

**Children enrolled must be toilet trained and at

least three years old by September 1, 2020. Scholarships are available to qualifying families.

Pre School Classes (3 yrs. or older by Sept. 1 , 2020 *$1 25/mo. ) Lady Bugs M, W 8:00-11:00 AM Ms. Melissa Llamas M, W 12:00-3:00 PM Ms. Melissa Leopards T, F 8:00-11:00 AM Ms. Melissa

Pre Kindergarten Classes (4 yrs. or older by Sept. 1 , 2020 *$200mo.)

Penguins M-F 8:00-11:00 AM Ms. Peggy Caterpillars M-F 8:00-11:00 AM Ms. Cassie Polar Bears M-F 12:00-3:00 PM Ms. Peggy Crocodiles M-F 12:00-3:00 PM Ms. Cassie

Little Thunder Hawk Care– Page 5

• • • • Early Care & Education For Children Ages 6 Weeks—6 Years • • • •

Complete Contract and Registration Form Household Income Statement & Application for Educational Benefits Form (12 mo +) Immunization Record Healthcare Summary Non-refundable Annual Registration Fee Account paid in full and in good standing Additional Infant Care Forms as needed

Hours: 5:45 am—5:45 pm , Monday—Friday Location: Sanford Education Center, 412 S. 13th Street Little Thunder Hawks operates year-round but is closed the week that precedes the start of school in the fall and the two

days that follow the end of school in the spring. LTH is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Coordinator: Trisha Lien

E-mail:

tlien@montevideoschools.org

Phone: (320) 269-6538

Infant*

(6 Weeks-16 Months)

Ratio– 4:1

Contracting Options:

Full-Day/Weekly

Classroom Phone:

269-6538 ext. 3201

Toddler*

(16 Months—32 Months)

Ratio- 7:1

Contracting Options:

Full-Day/Weekly

Classroom Phone:

269-6538 ext. 3222

Early Preschool*

(33 months-4 years)

Ratio-10:1

Contracting Options:

Full or Half-Day/Weekly

Classroom Phone:

269-6538 ext. 3204

Older Preschool

(4 years—6 years)

Ratio-10:1

Contracting Options:

Full or Half-Day/Weekly

Classroom Phone:

269-6538 ext. 3200

Our Mission: The purpose of Thunder Hawk Care is to provide a high quality,

caring, and developmentally-appropriate week day program. The program

shall address physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of children and

families while promoting the interests of the individual child.

*Programs are currently FULL for the 2020-2021 school year. If space becomes available we will post openings on the Comm Ed Facebook page. We are currently not taking any wait list registrations either.

Junior Thunder Hawk Care-Page 6

School Age Child Care Program For Students in Grades K—6

Curriculum Junior Thunder Hawks is based on free choice and

we like to offer choices to the children as much and

as often as possible! Activities include: Free Art Cooking Activities Gym Time Recess Homework Help Crafts Quiet Reading Computer Free Play Science Activities

Hours: 5:45 am—Start of School Day (Morning Session) End of School Day—5:45 pm (Afternoon Session) Non-School Days: 5:45 am—5:45 pm (All-Day Care) Location: Sanford Education Center , 412 S. 13th Street

Rates & Contracting Options

Option A: □ I prefer to be charged the session rate of $7.50

Monday □ a.m. □ p.m. Tuesday □ a.m. □ p.m. Wednesday □ a.m. □ p.m. Thursday □ a.m. □ p.m. Friday □ a.m. □ p.m.

Please check all of the days/sessions that your child will be attending. You will be charged for all days checked until you withdraw. Late starts are included in the regular session rate.

AND/OR

Option B: □ I prefer to be charged the drop-in rate of $9/session

**ACH/C.C. payments are required for Drop-In care ** Drop-In service must be requested and confirmed 24-hours in advance. Drop-In availability is not guaranteed. Drop-In services are charged once reserved.

Registration

All children must be registered in order to

participate in JTH. You are eligible to register at any time

during the school year. Registration packets are

available at the Community Education & JTH offices. You must re-register every school

year & summer.

Registration Requirements

Complete Contract Complete

Registration Form Account paid in full and

in good standing $15 Annual School Year

Registration Fee per child

Coordinator: Trisha Lien E-mail: tlien@montevideoschools.org

Phone: (320) 269-6538

All NSD’s are themed and full of activities geared towards keeping your child active, entertained and having fun while in a safe and caring environment! NSD enrollment is available to all students registered with JTH (contracted or drop-in)! Sign-ups will be available 3 weeks before the

NSD and will be available for 2 weeks. If you need to sign up within 1 week of the NSD (after the sign-ups are no longer available) you will be charged as a “drop-in” and space will be dependent upon availability. Call 269-6538 ext. 3265 for more information or to sign-up!

Full Day

5:45 AM—5:45 PM $25/day contracted

$28/day drop-in Includes Breakfast, Lunch & PM Snack

Half-Day

AM

5:45 AM—11:45 AM $15/day contracted

$17/day drop-in Includes Breakfast

Half-Day

PM

11:45 AM—5:45 PM $15/day contracted

$17/day drop-in Includes PM Snack

Upcoming NSD’s that Junior Thunder Hawks is Open!

• September 4 • October 14, 15, 16 • November 24, 25

• December 23, 28, 29, 30 January 18

February 12, 15 April 1, 2, 5

Formerly known as “Kids Korner”

All of this is subject to change depending on what Return to Learn model the school is utilizing.

ECFE-Page 7

Sanford Education Center 412 S. 13th Street Montevideo ecfe@montevideoschools.org (320)269-5026 ext. 3264 www.montevideoschools.org

Coordinator’s Corner

Hello Families, If you are new to Montevideo or are new parents we would love to meet your family and show you our ECFE and SWNS preschool classrooms, meet teachers and discuss programming by calling Sanford. A parent is a child’s first and most important teacher. ECFE is built on the concept of family as the cornerstone of the educational system. We are here to listen, answer questions, and help connect families and schools. Current research shows that preschool and early educational experiences help to lay a solid foundation for school success. It is wonderful to watch our district’s early learning services grow to have the ability to service Montevideo’s preschool population. There is additional funding to help serve income qualifying families. If you have a 3-5 year old child who is not registered for a preschool program or who has not gone through Early childhood screening, please do not hesitate to contact us to register. We have room in our M/W PM 3/4 year old class. Unfortunately, due to CO-VID we will not be able to have the annual Vehicle Fair or Incredible Years program this Fall, but hope you can enjoy the few classes we are able to offer. All programs are subject to change depending on CO-VID updates and changes within our school district.

Early Childhood Family Education

ECFE offers classes to help your family grow and learn together. We strengthen families by providing an informal place to meet, play and learn with other young children and parents. You are your child’s first and most important teacher. Our mission is to provide support and information to families and help all children prepare for school success. Some classes will have a separate parent education piece with child separation and others will be non-separating. This will be noted in the class descriptions. Classes will fill with 8-12 children; register early!

Pre-register for classes: Full price...visit our website to register online

www.montevideoschools.org Half price or Free...call 269-5026 or register at

Sanford Education Center Office

http://facebook.com/MonteECFE

ECFE– Page 8

What do you do at an ECFE Class? ECFE classes are based on three parts:

1) GROWING TOGETHER

For you and your child, a chance for parent and child to engage in learning activities that are planned by a

licensed Early Childhood Educator for your child’s age group. Together, you can enjoy learning through art,

music, stories, and even play time!

2) GROWING INDEPENDENTLY For your child, a part of each class is for children to

have fun learning through play using art, science, movement, finger plays, games, and stories with the

Early Childhood Educator, the Para-Professional, and the other children. This will help them to develop a

healthy self-concept and a joy of learning.

3) GROWING CONFIDENTLY

For you, while children are with the Educator and Para, parents join other parents in a discussion time led by a licensed Parent Educator. Parents can choose to

discuss current family topics, share ideas and concerns, and learn from each other. Discussion time for infants and toddlers are in the same room as the parents. For

children two years and up, parents separate to the parent education room.

2 2,583 3 3,204 4 3,870 5 4,536 6 5,202 7 5,868 8 6,534

$1,800

Young Parent’s Circle This group for young parents or expectant parents is FREE and offers a variety of educational topics for young parents. Meeting times and guest speakers will be brought in to meet the needs of all of the parents involved. For more information or to get involved please email ecfe@montevideoschools.org or call 269-5026 ext. 3264

The Power of Showing Up: How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become & How Their Brains Get Wired Enjoy great discussion centered around a current parenting book. Readers and non-readers are welcome! Available as virtual/online class. One of the very best scientific predictors for how any child turns out– in terms of happiness, academic success, leadership skills, and meaningful relationships– is whether at least one adult in their life has consistently shown up for them. In an age of scheduling demands and digital distractions, showing up for your child might sound like a tall order. But as bestselling authors Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson reassuringly explain, it doesn’t take a lot of time, energy, or money. Instead, showing up means offering a quality of presence. Join licensed Parent Educator, Kris Christopherson, for a lively and valuable discussion filled with ideas, tips, and takeaways to adapt for your family.

Tuesday Nov. 10 6:00-7:15 pm $10 12 mo.-35mo. Register with Comm. Ed by Nov. 2nd to get the link

Thursday, Oct. 22 6-7 pm Free Parents of 0-5 yr olds Register with Comm. Ed by Oct. 9th to get the link

The Yes Brain Book Club – one-time book group discussion! Join other parents of ECFE families as we read The Yes Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, MD, and Tina Payne Bryson, PhD. Read on your own schedule and meet together for a time to discuss and explore the book with other parents and a licensed parent educator. The book, The Yes Brain, is a reader-friendly guide in helping with how to cultivate courage, curiosity, and resilience in your child. When kids work from a Yes Brain, they’re more willing to take chances and explore. They’re more curios, imaginative, and less worried about making mistakes. They’re better at relationships and more flexible and resilient when it comes to handling adversity and big feelings. Begin reading whenever it works for you! Offered as a vitual/online class! Educator: Kris C.

ECFE-Page 9

Think Small ParentPowered Texts is a free research based program for parents of children ages 0-5, proven to lead to learning gains, helping children get ready for kindergarten. Parents who signup for Think Small Parent Powered Texts receive three messages per week with fun facts about your child’s development, and easy to implement tips on how to encourage intentional learning in the everyday moments like snack time, going to the store, or getting ready for bed. Think Small ParentPowered Texts provides continuous support to parents throughout the year, doesn’t require a great deal of time, and covers all areas of development– motor, social-emotional, literacy, and math skills. All messages are based on your child’s birthdate. Guaranteeing as your child grows your messages will always be appropriate for your child’s devel-opment. Example 1 of an infant text might be a week about re-membering the importance of tummy time and to shake a colorful rattle above their head to encourage them to look up. A text for a 4 year old might state on the way to school, ask: if you could make your own planet, what would you put on it? Dinosaurs, unicorns, pizza? Talk about your planet too!

Turn everyday moments into learning opportunities for your child!

Family Play Group Parents and children explore classroom games, activities, circle time and open gym together. Infant siblings younger than a year old are welcome to attend at no charge. No parent separation, but parenting information and ideas will be shared. Educators: Kris C. & Melissa S.

Thurs. Oct. 1-29 9:30-10:30 AM $15 1-5 No class Oct. 15; max of 10 kids with 1 parent *Class will be held at the Roller Rink

http://facebook.com/MonteECFE

On-line Parenting Webinars

The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Lifetrack, and

Mom Enough™ (ME) talk show co-hosts, Dr. Marti Erickson and

Erin Erickson, are partnering to bring developmentally sound,

evidence-based information to parents -- and help nurture supportive

communities among parents in their workplace.

Listen to the weekly half-hour podcasts on child development and

parenting at: www.momenough.com Engage in the lively discussion that follows each weekly podcast

on www.mnparentsknow.info

The Chippewa County Commissioners are supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library for all Chippewa County children under age 5. If you are a resident of Chippewa County and would like to receive free, age appropriate books for your child once a month, please call 320-269-6401 for an Imagination Library registration form or pick one up at ECFE class.

ECFE-Page 10

Did you know nearly half of Minnesota’s five year olds aren’t fully prepared for kindergarten?

Do you know if your child is ready?

Find child care and early education providers near you focused on high quality learning and kindergarten readiness. Parent Aware makes it fast and easy with a simple one-to-four star rating system. The service is free, and you can get ratings by calling 1-888-291-9811 or visiting our website. If your current provider isn’t rated, encourage them to join. The more you know, the more your child will know. parentawareratings.org

ECFE-Page 11

Calling All 3, 4 and 5 year Olds!

The Montevideo School District will be doing

Early Childhood Screening Tuesday, October 27, Wednesday, Oct. 28, & Thursday, Oct. 29

From 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Trinity Lutheran Church –220 S 13th St.

Early childhood screening is recommended at age 3.

Please call Kris after Oct. 1st at the Community Education Office to schedule your child’s appointment

(320) 269-5026

Llamando A Todos De 3, 4 y 5 Años De Edad! El Districto Escolar de Montevideo estara asiendo

REVISIÓN de PREESCOLAR

Martes, Octobre 27, Miércoles, Octobre 28, & Jueves, Octobre 29 De 8 a.m. Hasta las 11:30a.m En la Inglesia Trinity Lutheran, 220 S 13th St. Revisión Preescolar se recomienda a la edad de tres. Favor de llamar a Kris lo mas pronto posible a la Oficina de Educación de Comunidad para aser una cita para su niño.

(320)269-5026

Early Childhood Screening Early Childhood Screening (ECS) is required by the State of Minnesota before children start kindergarten.

Some important aspects of ECS include:

ECS is a quick, free check on your child’s health, growth, vision, hearing, speech, immunizations, overall

development and social/emotional progress.

Ideally, a child is screened between the ages of 3 and 4, to allow at least one year of free services, if

needed, for speech or other developmental or concerns.

ECS promotes positive child health and developmental outcomes through referrals to a clinic or to other learning opportunities such as Head Start, School Readiness, Early Childhood Family Education, Early Learning Scholarships, Early Childhood Special Education, speech services, and other community resources.

ECFE/Youth Enrichment –Page 12

We’re here to help! Our team can assist you in

the very important process of finding and selecting quality care and education for your child …

turn to Prairie Five Child

Care Aware for free services at 888/291.9811 or v is i t childcareawaremn.org

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for

Child Care?

Montevideo Public Schools—Community Use of School Facilities

Independent School District #129 encourages the residents of the district to use one of the communities greatest assets, the school building and facilities. To ensure efficiency and care of the facilities, the school district has adopted charges and regulations for the use of the facilities. Rental Procedure: 1. Obtain a facility use application from the Community Education Office. 2. Applications should be filed with the Community Education Office at least seven(7) days

prior to desired use. *School buildings and Fine Arts Center, Softball & Baseball fields, Indoor Swimming Pool—Community Education Office, 269-5026.

Instructors

wanted!

Share your talents with

the Community in an

Youth or Adult Enrichment

or Rec class! Call Comm.

Ed at 320-269-5026

4-H STEM Challenge (Gr. 3-9)

Do you like building things? Catapulting things in the air? Making rock candy? Creating a tornado? If you said yes to any of those questions this session is for you. Join 4-H as we compete in challenges and create wacky science experiments. This class is sure to make you think like an engineer and prepare you to take creativity to the next level! A supply list will be sent to registrants ahead of the first class. Mondays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 4-5 PM Virtual Class $5 Reg. deadline: Sept. 28, max of 18 participants

4-H Agriculture Theme-Life on the Farm (Gr. K-5) Moo, Cluck, Oink, Baa!! All these sounds make up the farms that surround us! Be ready to learn all things farm from dirt to cows to tractors to wait-pigs make footballs?!? A supply list will be sent to registrants prior to the first class. Tuesdays, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 4-5 PM Virtual Class $5

Recreation-Page 13

Cross Country for Youth (Grades 4-6) Intro to Cross Country is a 4-week activity for 4th, 5th & 6th graders who are interested in experiencing the sport of cross country. During this program, athletes will receive guidance and instruction to prepare them to run a 1 mile race. The race will be during Montevideo’s home cross country meet in early October at the River Crest Golf Course. Participating in this activity provides students with an opportunity to enjoy running together, competing as a part of a team, and learning about the sport of cross country while having fun. You will also get a Montevideo Cross Country team T-shirt. Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 3:30-4:30 PM Meet outside the back of the Middle School by the bball courts-please bring your backpacks, etc. out of the building with you when you go as the building will remain locked and there won’t be a way back in. $15 (scholarships available) Instructors: Amy Bacigalupo & Paul Wymar

Dance-Glitter Dusters (Grades K-6) The Glitter Dusters dance program is for girls in grades K-6 who like to dance or who want to learn how to dance. Participants will have fun while learning a dance team style routine from the Gold Duster Coaches and Gold Duster members.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday September 22, 23, 24 Meet at the basketball court behind the Middle school. Please bring your backpacks, etc. out of the building with you when you go as the building will remain locked and there won’t be a way back in. 3:30-4:15 PM Instructors: Gold Dusters Coaches/members $25

Performance: There will be no Fall Performance this year, but they will be per forming at our annual Hawks vs. Cancer night — TBD (more information will come out when it is available) **The girls that sign up for the fall session will receive a Hawks vs. Cancer t-shirt for the night of the performance as well.

Please pick up your child ON TIME from all activities!!

Please be on time to pick up your child from all Community Ed activities. Our supervisors, instructors, and volunteers time are important and they can’t leave until all kids have been picked up. Tardiness in picking up your child may result in a discontinuation of your child's ability to participate in activities.

Outdoor Sports Sampler Class (Gr K-2) Join instructor Heather Boyum, licensed physical education teacher, to learn and play a variety of sports like disc golf, spike ball, bean bags, various tagging games, and more! Instructor: Heather Boyum Tuesdays & Thursdays October 20, 22, 27, 29 3:30-4:30 PM Meet outside of Ramsey at the bball court $12

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The greatest gift you can give a child is SELF-CONFIDENCE…Come join the fastest growing martial art in the world!! TAE KWON DO is the Korean martial art that improves: physical fitness,

manners, coordination, self confidence, respect, etc. *Montevideo’s Tae Kwon Do is World Tae Kwon

Do Federation certified and all Black Belt rank is recognized world wide. This is the 27th year we have

had Tae Kwon Do as a Community Ed activity! RICHARD AANERUD, HEAD INSTRUCTOR (All testing done by Master Richard Aanerud)

Parent Volunteer Coaches

Needed: Parent volunteer coaches are needed to make the Razzle Dazzle Football program and Hawk Football program possible. Please call the Community Education Office at 269-5026 if you can help coach.

Football-Razzle Dazzle FB (Gr. 3 & 4) The Razzle Dazzle Football program will introduce youth to the game of football and provide an opportunity to run, catch the ball, play defense, and HAVE FUN! Youth will be divided into teams for 8 on 8 game play. Skills practice and games on Tuesdays & Saturdays only. Wear tennis shoes and appropriate clothing. No equipment handed out. Dates TBD, will post at a later date. Instructor: Jon Dreyer

Football-Hawk FB (Grades 5 & 6) Participants will learn the basics of stance, blocking, throwing, catching, and running of routes. Teams will have offensive playbooks and some type of blocking. The two main goals we have for the 5th & 6th grade football is to teach the necessary skills to have success in later years, and more importantly, to have fun with teammates.

Dates TBD, will post at a later date

We can’t offer this at Ramsey like normal, because of the no visitor policy during this time. However, we are looking for an alternate location. Will post later if we can find a reasonable option for space and cost.

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“Sponsor a Child” When registering for Comm. Ed classes, please consider Sponsoring a Child by donating to the scholarship fund. Look under the Youth Rec Category “Sponsor a Child” class and enter the amount you would like to donate. In recent years, our requests have increased to be more than what we have received in donations. Any amount you can give to help a child be in Community Education classes would be greatly appreciated!

Scholarship Program Thanks to the

generosity of several community groups, organizations, and individuals, the Community Education Department has established a scholarships program for youth. The “Heroes In Action” scholarships are available to qualifying youth ages 5-18 to participate in asset-building activities during non-school hours. Scholarships cannot be used for Minnesota State High School League activities. All scholarships are awarded based on financial need, and the program attempts to serve as many youth as possible.

**For Scholarship information & application, contact the Community Education Office at 269-5026, or stop at the office located in the Sanford Education Center

Thank you to the following donors! Montevideo Area United Way, Monte Band Boosters, First Congregational Church-Women’s Fellowship and individual donors.

Adult Pickleball Need some exercise but don’t want to go to the weight room? Come learn how to play pickleball and learn the sport that is popular among all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced competitive game for experienced players. Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Played with a paddle and a plastic ball, it can be played both indoors and outdoors with a slightly modified tennis net. Instructor: Scott Soden Sundays, September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 25 3-4 PM *no Class Oct. 18 17th Street Tennis Courts $20

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Montevideo Driver’s Education

(The next 30 hour classroom won’t be offered until June of 2021. Look in the Feb-April brochure for more information on when you can sign up.)

Visit https://www.montevideoschools.org/comm_ed/drivers_education for more information. Scheduling your First Behind the Wheel (BTW):

After receiving your permit, sign up for your first Behind the Wheel by contacting Community Education office. The Montevideo Community Ed. office is located in Sanford Education Center- 412 S 13

th St.

Montevideo, MN 56265 at 320-269-5026.

Mark the appointment on your calendars so you/they don’t forget!

Practice with your child a few times before their first BTW with the instructor.

Instructors only schedule out about two weeks of BTW at a time, so you only schedule one at a time in 1 hour increments. Be prepared to give the student name, which classroom instructor/session they were enrolled in; phone number, and location of where to be picked up. This can be at your house if you live within city limits, or if you live in the country, the location to meet for your BTW will be in the High School parking lot by the gym doors.

Behind-the-Wheel instruction will be scheduled on an individual basis following successful completion of classroom instruction and passing of the written permit test. BTW consists of riding with the instructor in a dual-brake controlled vehicle. The six hours of driving and observation are required by the State of MN Dept. of Public Safety and will be scheduled in 1 hr increments. Other passengers may be in the vehicle during behind the wheel instruction. BTW appointments:

BRING YOUR PERMIT AND SHOW UP FOR YOUR BTW SCHEDULED TIME: Our instructors time is very important, therefore a $35 fee will be charged if you do not show up for your scheduled BTW time. If you do show up and do not have your permit with you, therefore won’t be able to drive, there will be a $35 fee charged before you can schedule your next BTW. There is a 48 Hr Cancellation policy during the business hours of 8 AM-4 PM for BTW. This means if your BTW is at 5 PM on a Thursday, you must call during 8 AM-4 PM on Tuesday to cancel or change that appointment without being charged the $35 fee. Please help hold your child responsible for these appointment times. Don’t let them back out last minute to go to a friends house or skip to do something else. If you don’t follow the 48 HR cancellation policy, you will be required to pay the $35 fee at the Comm. Ed office before we will schedule your next BTW session.

Student must physically show permit to Behind the Wheel instructor at each session. Don’t forget your permit for your BTW sessions or they will be cancelled and you will be charged a $35 fee!

Behind the Wheel can be completed any time after receiving a permit and before taking the driver’s license test. It is recommended that BTW be completed within 1 year of receiving their permit. We recommend scheduling lessons at least two weeks apart as students need to be practicing skills in between sessions.

6 hours BTW per student is required. Once each one hour BTW session is complete, you will call Comm. Ed to line up your next session, at least 2 weeks apart. The final BTW session should be lined up AFTER you have set up your road test Drivers License appt. Logged Driving Time:

50 hrs of logged driving time is needed if the parent did not attend the parent meeting or 40 hrs of logged driving time if a parent did attend the meeting (15 hrs of logged driving need to be at night)

Remember if you did attend the parent meeting (one was not offered in the Summer of 2020), you received a certificate of completion that will need to be saved and turned in when your child goes to take their driving test. A $10 fee will be charged to replace the parent certificate.

Please take this seriously. Your child's life and all other driver’s depend on it! Practice, practice, practice. Practice in all weather conditions to get them the most supervised experience.

Make sure you fill out the log completely including which skills were worked on. Upon successful completion of Behind the Wheel:

Student will receive a white card from the CE office. This card signifies course completion. DO NOT LOSE THE WHITE CARD. The white card should be put somewhere safe where it will be easy to find as it is required to take your driver’s license test. A $10 fee will be charged to replace the white card.

Student must be 16 years old and must hold their permit for 6 months before they can get their provisional license.

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English Language Skills Lessons designed to help adults learn English

Introductory Computer Class Topics include keyboarding, internet usage,

file management, and word processing skills

Preparation for GED Testing Lessons available in reading, writing, math,

social studies and science

Skills Refresher Lessons available to brush-up on reading, writing, math and science skills as well as

employment readiness skills.

College Prep Program Lessons available to learn strategies for a variety of college classes, Accuplacer test

help, time management, study skills and D2L usage.

Ramsey Elementary Library-501 Hamilton Ave. Mondays & Thursdays 5:00 PM—9:00 PM

Montevideo Workforce Center—202 North 1st St. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:00 AM—1:00 PM Montevideo Community Center-550 SW 1st St.

Thursdays 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

~Be Prepared~

Prepare for FREE at an Adult Basic Education location near you.

~It’s Time to Start~

~Make an Investment~

Have you been thinking about getting your GED? The time to start is NOW! The GED Testing Series will be taken entirely on computers at an official GED testing

center

Adults who have their degree make more money, are prepared for college and set a good example for their

children. Scores and payments from the past test series will not transfer to the new GED TED Series.

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The Montevideo Area Individuals with Disabilities Program provides a year-round program of sports training and athletic competition for individuals ages 8 and older who have intellectual and physical disabilities. The program is financially supported by community donations, participants fees, fundraisers, & Comm. Ed and participates in Special Olympic programming. Due to COVID, we cannot offer this programming at this time.

Special Olympics Volunteer

Coaches Needed!

If you are interested in becoming a Special Olympics bowling, basketball, or track coach call Marie Reszel at 269-5026.

Thank you to our FINANCIAL SPONSORS: American Legion Post #59 Knights of Columbus, Monte Youth Sports Club, United Way, VFW Post #380, Lac qui Parle Lake Association, Our Saviors, Watson Lions Club, Dawson Designated Charities, J&D Construction, Minnwest Bank, Minnesota Valley Cooperative Light and Power Association, Fiesta Car show donation bucket, Mel’ody Lanes, Community Education, and all the other individual donors.

WANTED: Loving, Caring, Foster Parents in Chippewa County

* Foster parents may be a working parent, married or single, home owner or renter, have children or have never been a parent. * They must be able to provide a safe, loving home. * They receive formal training, support from professional staff and other foster parents, access to free medical and dental care for foster children, and reimbursement towards child care services. * They receive financial support for children in their care. Contact Nicole Bennett at Chippewa County Family

Services at 320-269-6401 to learn more or to start the

foster care licensing process.

Sponsor A Kid!

Make a donation to the Comm. Ed Scholarship Program to “Sponsor A Kid” in the Summer Recreation Program, or make a general donation to the Youth Scholarship Fund. A donation of any amount will help to ensure a youth will be able to participate in summer activities.

Your help is greatly appreciated by youth in our community!

New Program Ideas- Community Ed. is looking for adults to share their talents, skills, expertise, hobbies, and career experiences with students of all ages. A teaching degree is not necessary. Classes are flexible because they are built around the needs of the people involved. Call 269-5026 if you would like to teach a class or if you have an innovative idea for a class or an activity. We welcome your ideas!

Read Weekly Program Updates in the American News

Special Olympics is planning some fun virtual events, please contact Marie via email at marier@montevideoschools.org so she can forward them all to your email address. SWCIL also has some great virtual class options!

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MRVED VIRTUAL ONLINE CLASSES Please contact the host site to pay/register so you can get the correct link to join the class. You must give your

email when you register so you can be sent the zoom or google link to join the class.

A Parent’s Guide to Snapchat Have you been curious as to why your kid is spending so much time on Snapchat? In this workshop we will cover everything curious parents need to know about one of the most popular social media apps in the world used by tweens and teens. You’ll learn the foundation for how it’s used, safety features you need to be aware of, and more. Stay up to date in today’s digital world with this fun and informational class. Min. of 4, max of 30 Instructor: Nickie Welsh, Social Club Simple Tuesday, Sept. 29 Reg. deadline: Sept. 28 6-7 PM $25 Call Montevideo Comm. Ed at 320-269-5026 to pay with a credit card

With M E Fuller, author, Saving the Ghost How to get started and keep going with your writing project. 30 minute learning session ~30 minute writing session ~ 30 minute Q & A

Who should attend? Anyone from age 12+ who wants to be a better writer of fiction/nonfiction/memoir, and for business or school! M E Fuller is a Minnesota author. Her debut novel, Saving the Ghost, was published in 2019. She has published short works in South 85 Journal blog, PHOTOWRITE, Talking Stick 26– A Minnesota Literary Journal, and Shark Reef– A Literary Magazine. Fuller is a freelance & creative writer, writing coach, and visual artist. Learn more at mefullerwords.com Wednesdays, October 7-28 6:30-8:00 PM $65 Pre-registration is required with Montevideo Community Education, call 320-269-5026 Class will be virtual via Zoom!

Instant Pot 101– Live Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant Pot during a LIVE VIRTUAL class! Learn the foundations of cooking and care, and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot. Breakfast, lunch/Dinner, and Dessert menu items will be demonstrated. In addition to an Instant Pot yogurt tutorial, menu items will include creamy steel-cut oatmeal or egg bites, either creamy-cheesy Tuscan chicken with pasta or creamy-cheesy broccoli chicken with pasta, and a luscious lava cakes or dreamy banana bread. Menu items on the day of the class will depend on ingredients that are on hand. There will be time for a Q & A session as well. A PDF of the instructors’ Original recipes will be provided, and will include other tips and terminology that will help build an Instant Pot confidence and creativity. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot journey! Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this on-line virtual class can include participants from the same household only. Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulus, Dish it up Good Saturday, September 19 3-4:30 PM On-line class through zoom, Demonstration style class $25- Call Montevideo Comm. Ed at 320-269-5026 to pay with a credit card 10 participants, there will be others joining from different communities

A Parent’s Guide to TikTok In this fun class we’ll take a look at the fastest growing social media app used by millions each day. Learn how it’s used and how parents can make it safer for their kids. We’ll cover everything you need to know as it’s paving the future of a new so-cial media. Min. of 4, max of 30 Instructor: Nickie Welsh, Social Club Simple Wednesday, October 7 Reg. deadline: Oct. 6 6-7 PM $25 Call Montevideo Comm. Ed at 320-269-5026 to pay with a credit card

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Beginning Knitting Join instructor Lara Neel, Co-Founder of Twins N Needles, who first picked up knitting needles over 30 years ago! She believes that anyone can learn to knit and love it as much as she does! In this class you will learn how to make basic knit stitches and how to read a pattern. You will complete a hat and learn how to make a square that can grow into a scarf, afghan, or whatever else you want! A list of materials needed for class will be included in your confirmation. All of them can be purchased online or by calling a local yarn shop. Supplies needed include: yarn -buy at least 220 yards (200 meters) of worsted-weight yarn in a color you love; Needles– our hats will be made in the round without a seam. You will need: 1) one 16-inch circular needle, size 7 (4.5mm) or 8 (5.0mm) 2) a set of double pointed needles (dpn’s) size 7 (4.5mm) or 8 (5.0 mm). How do you know which size to get? As a general rule, if you are maybe a little tense, choose the larger size (higher number), more relaxed folks may prefer the smaller size. Questions on what to purchase, you may email the instructor laraneel@mac.com Thursdays, Oct. 1-29 Reg. deadline: Tuesday, Sept. 29 6-8 PM $35 (plus supplies listed in description) Min of 7, Max of 10 Call Montevideo Comm. Ed at 320-269-5026 to pay with a credit card

Google Classroom for Parents This brief virtual meeting will give an overview of what Google Classroom looks like for your child: Where to find and open assignments, how to turn assignments back into the teacher, how links work to other programs, and how parents can sign up for classroom alerts from their child’s teacher. This Google meet will be recorded so if you can’t attend the LIVE session, but still want the recording to watch, please email Marie. Tuesday, August 25 5:30 PM Free of charge, but please still register online or email Marie at marier@montevideoschools.org to register and get the link to join

Photo Organization– Digital and Print A photograph captures a moment that is gone forever! Are your photographs in a box, drawer, suitcase, phone, camera chip, external hard drive or all of the above? Are they securely backed up? Understand why photo organization/scrapbooking is more difficult today versus years ago. The number one goal is to SAVE-ORGANIZE-SHARE your photos. Discover alternatives to get every printed/digital photo, video and memorabilia in one location.. From scanning to storage to organization. You’ll leave with options to access every photo you own...and be able to share them with family and friends. Instructor Susan DeJute has been scrapbooking pictures for many years to preserve wonderful relationships, memories, and stories. Not only does she want to capture her own past, but wants to help others in their quest for preserving their memories for generations to come! Min. of 5, max 20 Tuesday, Oct. 13 Reg. deadline: Monday, Oct. 5 7-8:30 PM $15 Call Montevideo Comm. Ed at 320-269-5026 to pay with a credit card

MORE OPTIONS from other host communities coming soon!

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Family Zoom Classes at MACCRAY: These Zoom classes are for parents and children. We are offering two options for each class so that families can find a date that works for them. All classes are free, but registration is required. To register for any of the classes on this page, email Denise at smithd@maccray.k12.mn.us with the name of the class(es). The Zoom invite will be emailed to you. Keys to School Success! This class will touch on the following topics: Setting up a home workspace Avoiding distractions Study skills Staying organized Communicating with teachers Class Dates: Mon, August 31st or Wed, September 9th Time: 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Instructors: Sarah Macht and Jaimi Hultgren

Keys to School Success! – ELL Options This class is identical to the above class. Below are Spanish and Micronesian options. Class Dates: Mon, August 31st or Wed, September 9th Time: 7:15 – 8:00 p.m. (Spanish) 8:00 – 8:45 p.m. (Micronesian) Instructors: Sarah Macht and Jaimi Hultgren Home Alone 101-With children being home alone more and sometimes older siblings watching younger one, it raises the concerns about how to keep them safe. This class will talk about cooking/nutrition, fire safety, accidents and first aid.

Class Dates: Wed, Sept. 2nd or Thurs, Sept. 24th Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Instructors: Krystal Viktora, Shane Nord, Laura Dannen Emotional & Mental Health Learning from home can bring on many stresses for the entire family. Below are topics covered in class. 1) Signs of depression/anxiety - what is normal behavior versus red flags? 2) Dealing with isolation and fears of the unknown. 3) What should parents/guardians do if they suspect problems with emotional and mental health. 4) Talking to your child about concerns. 5) Dealing with sibling relationships. 6) Resources available for families. Class Dates: Mon, Sept. 28th or Thurs, Oct. 1st Time: 6:30 – 7:30 Instructors: Allison Frikke and Jenny Plagge Chromebook 101 & Internet Safety Find out all things Chromebook – from how to “fix” some simple issues that can occur to how to maximize the use of one. Also, learn some helpful tips in Internet safety for your children. Class Dates: Mon, August 24th or Wed, August 26th Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Instructor: Jesse Westbrock

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NEW!!! Community Ed/Community Center offerings- The activities on this page are co-sponsored by Montevideo Community Education and the Montevideo Community Center. Checks can be made out to ISD #129, but you can register at the Community Center or at the Community Education office in Sanford. This page is planned for those 55 and older, but any adult can sign up! Community Center members receive discounts on some programs.

Creative Outlet: Senior Edition! Virtual Zentangle Do you like to doodle? Would you like to learn how? It’s easy to learn, peaceful, entertaining, and creative. This class will focus on utilizing repeated lines and shapes to create different patterns. Simple piece-by-piece instruction will be given to create sophisticated designs. Supplies will be provided! Instructor: Sarah Schimming Virtual Class date: Tuesday, Aug 18, 7 PM Minimum of 5 needed to hold the class $12 per person (includes supply kit to keep) *Colored pencils are available for a small extra fee Register and pay with the Community Center 320-269-9375; commctr@gmail.com Location– Virtual via Zoom on your computer from home! No Video chat skills? No Problem! *Comm Center staff can help participants practice logging on prior to the class or before signup. Deadlines: Signup by Wednesday, Aug. 12th Curbside Pick up for supplies: Monday, Aug. 17th

The 2020 Census is more than a population count. It’s meant to benefit everyone: both

citizens and noncitizens, both adults and children. It is the most inclusive civic activity and is

an opportunity to show who we are as well as shape the future of our community. For

Montevideo, a complete and accurate count is essential for ensuring that every resident is

adequately served and represented.

Households can respond online, by phone, or by mail. Your personally identifiable information is protected by federal laws and cannot be shared with other government

agencies, law enforcement, or landlords.

What will not be asked:

- Employment Information

- Financial Information

- Social Security Number

- Drivers’ License Number

- Birth Place

- Immigration Status

What is asked:

- Name

- Homeowner/Renter

- Phone Number

- Age and Date of Birth

- Race/Ethnicity

- Sex

Respond Today!

· Online: my2020census.gov

· Call: 1-844-330-2020 (1-844-468-2020 Spanish)

· Mail: If you have not responded, you can fill out and mail the paper questionnaire that

was delivered to your household.

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Montevideo Community Center & Montevideo Area Senior Citizens Program

550 South 1st Street, Montevideo, MN 56265 (320) 269-9375

For more information on programs or renting the center contact the Coordinator, Tracy Wellendorf E-mail at commctr@gmail.com

Website: montevideocommunitycenter.org Center hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday

AARP Driver Safety Program All in-person classes have been cancelled for 2020. Staff is working with another organization to provide 4-hour refresher classes. We are hoping to have classes scheduled at a later date.

Activities Dates/Times Prairie Five Meals Monday-Friday 11:30 AM (reservations at 269-9009) Knit/Crochet Every Monday at 1:00 PM Game Day Every Monday at 1:00 PM Breakfast Potluck Every Friday at 8:30 AM Book Club Third Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM Penny Bingo Every Fr iday at 12:45 PM Crazy Penny Bingo 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM Monthly Birthday Party Fourth Tuesday of each month at 2:00 PM Yoga Classes Monday, Wednesday, and Fr iday at 9:00 AM Indoor Walking Group Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays at 10:00 AM Chair Exercise Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:00 AM Line Dancing Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM Computer Lab Open Monday to Fr iday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Computer Help Thursdays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Blood Pressure Screening Four th Tuesday of each month at 1:15 PM Billiards Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Ping Pong Monday– Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Bridge Every other Tuesday (Call the center for a schedule) Duplicate Bridge Every other Tuesday (Call the center for a schedule) Party Bridge Every Friday at 1 PM Coffee Time Monday-Friday at 2 PM

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, November 7th: The Life of Amelia Earhart

as portrayed by Arlene Kranz

We will be closed for Labor Day on

Monday, September 7th.

Farkle:

This is an amusing dice game that can be played over the phone or video chat. We hope you consider joining us!

Halloween BINGO party– Monday, Oct. 26th 6:30 PM (Food at 5:30 PM) $2/card Cards may be played all night. Prizes are donated by local businesses. (Must be 18 or older to play Bingo, so please bring proper identification.) This event is subject to change or cancelation.

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Technology and Computer Education Sponsored by Southwest Adult Basic Education Receive individualized, self-paced computer help.

Learn or enhance basic computer or keyboarding skills. Create, format, and edit your resume, letters, or newsletters.

Learn how to signup for and us social media platforms: Facebook, email, Skype, Zoom, Pinterest, YouTube, and more! Locate and apply for jobs.

Conduct effective Internet research. Improve your Microsoft Office proficiency.

Bring your Chromebook, iPad, tablet, digital camera, phone, laptop, and more! We have desktop computers available for use.

When: Thursdays 10:00am to 4:00pm Location: Montevideo Community Center

Contact: 320-269-9375 (no appointment needed, but please call to check on availability)

First and Last Name: ð New Member

ð Renewing Member

I would like to donate: ð $15 Individual ð $30Couple

ð Additional $____

Street, Apt., or Box #:

City, State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Birthdate: Would you like to bring food for birthday party for your birthday month? ð Yes ð No

Emergency Contact (Must have on file): Phone:

Veteran: ð Yes ð No

Interested in volunteering?

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Volunteer Interest: ð One-time ð On-going

Specify:

Interests: ð Book Club ð Educational ð Socials

ð Trips ð Cards ð Crafts

ð Health & Fitness ð Board Games ð Art Classes

ð Game Nights ð Cooking Classes ð Local Tours

Please specify interest types:

For Office Use Only: Amount Paid: ð $15 Individual; ð $30 Couple; ð Additional: $______ 2020 Card Number: ______

If you would like to support the Community Center’s programming and stay updated about its events, please consider holding an annual membership!