Osseo Area Schools Community Education

Reading is Fun 5K This healthy, outdoor activity attracts hundreds of scholars and community members. Funds raised from this family-friendly event are allocated to media centers (libraries) in Osseo Area Schools to purchase learning resources.

Today, Kidstop school-age care for students in kindergarten to fifth grade started for the new school year. Staff welcomed students in the morning and afternoon with choice-based activities indoors and outdoors!

Students in Four Star Express prekindergarten started a new school year today!

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥! Adult Basic Education classes started today, Sept. 3. ABE staff were ready to welcome students who were excited to start the new school year learning English, improving reading, writing, math, earning an Adult Diploma or preparing for the GED exam.

Looking for after-school youth enrichment classes through Osseo Area Schools Community Education for your scholar? From creative arts to STEM, sports, and more, after-school Youth Enrichment programs provide a fun and supportive environment where students can explore interests, build new skills, and make lasting friendships. Register online today at osseo.ce.eleyo.com or call 763-391-7242.

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑬𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕

In partnership with CAPI, Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education is a host location for a Property Maintenance Training session Sept. 30-Oct. 18. The training is offered both virtually and in-person. For more information on class times, call Pakou Vang at 651-272-7302 or email [email protected].

Participant eligibility includes:
- Must be at or above seventh grade reading and math assessment level.
- Must have high school diploma, or complete TABE testing.
- Able to pass DHS background checks.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Legally authorized to work in US.
- Live within the seven county area.

Did you know? Adults without a high school diploma or GED have two options in Osseo Area Schools to earn one and achieve their goal. Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers free classes to help adults earn a Standard Adult High School Diploma or a Test-Based High School Equivalency Diploma (GED). Students can choose to attend classes in person or join online from home through a flexible HyFlex Learning model.

Are you ready to reach your goal? The first step to enrolling is to fill out the online registration form. Go to District279.org/ABE and click on the “Start” button. Classes start Sept. 3. Questions? Contact 763-566-5452 or email [email protected].

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District 279 Foundation is ready to make a meaningful impact and kick off another exciting school year of support and partnership with Osseo Area Schools. District 279 Foundation’s grants program provides learning opportunities for scholars in Osseo Area Schools by funding programs, projects and other opportunities that are not currently funded through the district's budget. Any district employee, school volunteer or community member can apply. Applications are open now through to March 31. For more information on guidelines and to get started on a grant for scholars, visit the Classroom Grants information on the District 279 Foundation website. https://www.district279foundation.org/classroom-grants.html

𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞! Kidstop will host a virtual preview for families who are registered for the 2024-25 school year on Thurs., Aug. 22 from 6-7 p.m. This informative virtual preview offers families an opportunity to connect with Kidstop staff to learn more about what to expect during the school year.

District 279 Foundation Grant Opportunities

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝟓+𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬! Whether you're looking to learn something new, sharpen your skills, or just have fun, there's a class for you to enjoy!

Browse the new fall catalog and you'll find:
- Mile High Apple Pie
- Majestic Trees in Watercolor
- Acrylic Pouring
- Acting Techniques and Scene Study
- Writing Life's Chapters
- Paint Like Georgia O'Keeffe
- Seed Mosaics
- Google Drawing and Slides
- Become and Airbrb Owner
- Wealth Creation Today

📚 Fall 2024 catalog
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/808c2917d2.html
🌐 Register online at osseo.ce.eleyo.com or 📲 call 763-391-7242

We were excited to share information about Community Education programs with community members at Kids Concert last week!

School starts in September! Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers FREE classes for adults. Choose from English classes, GED prep classes, and more! Start today to achieve your goals by filing out an online registration form at District279.org/ABE. Questions? Call 763-566-5452, email [email protected] or come in person.

Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education
Northwest Family Service Center
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard 200S
Brooklyn Center, MN

𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝘁𝗼-𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿!

Register now online for all fall after-school youth enrichment programs through Osseo Area Schools Community Education. A wide range of engaging after-school programs await to inspire students. From creative arts to STEM, sports, and more, Youth Enrichment programs provide a fun and supportive environment where students can explore interests, build new skills and make lasting friendships. bit.ly/youthenrichmentregistration

This summer's Camp Invention is featured as the Community Education spotlight in the latest issue of the 'Have You Heard' postcard from Osseo Area Schools.

Community Education’s ECFE program introduced an exciting new class this summer: Community Visits for Spanish Speaking Families. Designed for families with children from birth to age eight, this class provided unique opportunities to explore local community resources. Each week, families visited different neighborhood locations, engaged in hands-on learning and play. This week, Metro Transit visited the class at Willow Lane Early Childhood Center to share information about using public transportation. Families and staff had a chance to ride a Metro Transit bus, creating a fun and educational experience for everyone.

Reminder: Fall ECFE Lottery registration runs until Aug. 7 at 10 a.m. Secure a spot today for you and your child with online registration at bit.ly/ECFEOsseo. Questions or need help with registration? Call 763-391-8777.

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! You can register for Fall 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 & 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 classes and 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 classes online at 📲osseo.ce.eleyo.com or call 763-391-7242 to complete registration. The catalog will be mailed to households in the district.

✨𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://osseo.ce.eleyo.com/courses/category/237/youth-enrichment
✨𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://osseo.ce.eleyo.com/courses/category/75/adult-enrichment

𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠?
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/808c2917d2.html

This summer, our Community Education Youth Enrichment program is offering an array of engaging and educational summer camps for school-age students to explore many interests. From the recent Jr. NBA Basketball Camp to Woodworking and TGA Golf Camp, students are enjoying opportunities to learn and practice skills, have fun and build friendships with other students.

Now is the time to register and receive an early bird registration discount!

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Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) serves families with children birth to five through Community Education. During the summer, families have enjoyed opportunities for learning, exploration, play, and parent education at Willow Lane Early Childhood Center and local community parks.

ECFE helps families build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Classes offer opportunities for children to learn through play with other children, their families, and an early childhood teacher. Adults connect with a parent educator to discuss various parenting topics and resources.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽 students had a blast last week cooling down with delicious popsicles during snack time. Students eagerly read the kind deeds printed on every popsicle stick and shared the messages with others, adding an extra layer of positivity. A huge thank you to JonnyPops for their generous donation of these tasty summertime treats to all of our Summer Kidstop students!

{𝐘𝐄𝐋!} 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 is July 29 to Aug. 1 from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at Elm Creek Elementary School. All levels of experience welcome. For students entering grades 1-5. Sign up today at tce.me/iN9XFh

{𝐘𝐄𝐋!} 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 includes:
✨ Methods to keep chess skills progressing with 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles.
✨ Guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament.
✨ ChessKid.com membership for the session

OMG, a summer program through Community Education serves students entering 6th, 7th and 8th grade from Osseo Middle School and Maple Grove Middle School. This summer, the program was hosted at Osseo Middle School. OMG offers both academic and enrichment activities. During the final week, students participated in a variety of fun, including Jeopardy and relay races.

In July, Kidstop Summer program at Oak View Elementary School delighted students and inspired creativity with a fun and healthy activity: creating charcuterie boards with fruits and vegetables! This hands-on activity encouraged students to use their imagination and design their very own colorful nutritious masterpiece.

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲! Four Star Express will host a virtual preview for families who are currently registered for the 2024-25 school year on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 6-7 p.m. The virtual session will be an opportunity for parents/caregivers to connect with Four Star Express staff to learn more about what to expect for the upcoming school year.

First and second grade students are diving into Camp ROCKS! Community Education summer program at Weaver Lake: A Science, Math & Technology School. Students are learning, practicing skills and connecting with staff and other students in this enrichment program. Recent activities included spelling letters in shaving cream and exploring creativity with watercolor painting.

Second and third grade students in the Summer Kidstop program at Oak View Elementary School recently embarked on a field trip to Shoreview Commons city park. Students enjoyed a morning of outdoor fun, exploration and learning. A favorite park activity for students was the zip line chair.

At Game On, part of the summer programs in Community Education, middle school students are immersing themselves in fun enrichment and academic activities this summer. Recently, during a visit to Park Center Senior High School, students were exploring interests, developing new skills, working in teams and building friendships. Activities included cooking a meal, creative arts, hair styling, puzzles and more.