Designed for the whole family Children ages birth-3rd grade This class is designed for children from birth through third grade and their families! Enjoy hands-on activities, creative projects, songs, and more! It’s a great opportunity to invest in quality time together and connect with other families in our community. Adjusted fees based on income available at registration. Scholarships available by calling 218-454-5430.

Students learn to thoroughly research a real world issue and then imagine possible outcomes of future actions or events. Writers develop a creative, futuristic narrative to entertain and inform readers. The Creative Writing program strives to help students enlarge, enrich, and make more accurate their image of the future, while refining their writing skills. The performance aspect allows them to create a futuristic scenario and present it in an oral format . Students are not required to participate in the regional/state competitions, but are encouraged to do so. Location of class will alternate each week between Brainerd High School and Forestview Middle School. Students can attend whatever locations they can make.

Future Problem Solving helps students learn how to address problems using a six step approach that teaches students how to think, not what to think. The Future Problem Solving program engenders lifelong learning in problem solving and presentation. This year, students will work in groups to identify future problems in the areas of the digital dark age, disappearing cultures, influencer marketing, and health security. After developing an underlying problem, they brainstorm solutions, rank them, and develop them into an action plan. The Action Plan is then presented as a creative, live 4-minute skit. There are optional competitions at regional and state levels where kids can compete with other students and share their innovative ideas in writing and skits. Location of class will alternate each week between Brainerd High School and Forestview Middle School. Students can attend whatever locations they can make. To learn more about Future Problem Solvers, go to: https://www.fpsi.org/

Teaching people about Dementia & the different stages but comparing them to GEM states.

Author and instructor Mike Wilson will demonstrate how to use your smart phone. This class is designed for mature and recent Android users! Mike will cover cell phone topics, such as: the photo app, texting, navigating, apps, contacts, e-mail, camera, the Play Store, settings, and the Internet. Your patient instructor and class will meet over Zoom. Not for iPhone users.

Author and instructor Mike Wilson will demonstrate how to use your smartphone. This class is designed for mature and recent iPhone users! Mike will cover cell phone topics, such as: the photo app, texting, navigating, apps, contacts, e-mail, camera, App store, settings, and the internet. Your patient instructor and class will meet over Zoom. Not for Android users.

Create a fun, memorable, Halloween-themed meal during this cook-along. Participants will make ghoulish stuffed puff pastry filled with savory meat filling shaped as ‘intestines’, a cranberry based dipping sauce, and pumpkin— chocolate chip muffins. A festive, frighteningly fun time for the whole family!

Bake, decorate, and celebrate the season with two festive holiday sweets. Learn to decorate sugar cookies with royal icing and create iconic bakery-style Black & White cookies from scratch. Includes make-ahead sugar cookie recipes, simple decorating techniques, and a fun, festive experience for all skill levels. Participants will bake their own sugar cookies ahead of time so they are ready to decorate at the start of class.

Hospice 101 is an educational workshop designed to provide caregivers, family members, healthcare staff, and community members with a clear compassionate overview of hospice care and the support it offers to individuals and families facing end-of-life care decisions. Common hospice myths will be explained. Bring your questions!

Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. Learn where to find 1000+ free and low cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won’t offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring, and second-tier commissions. You’ll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site’s ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

You don’t need to be famous to have a legacy to leave behind. Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends, and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are, and bring your story to life. Your handout, included in the class fee, will have an outline to help you organize and write your memoir step-by-step. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed.

Learn the basics of Dungeons & Dragons with our modified version, then jump into a mini campaign! Build your character, roll some dice, and go on an adventure with your party. Dungeons & Dragons is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast and not affiliated with this camp. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Home Technical Requirements for all Classes: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM. Chromebooks and Tablets typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on computers Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: MCreator (download instructions and setup information will be provided before class) Minecraft Java Edition ($30, not required for the class, but is needed to use the mods later)

Build confidence in bread baking with this hands-on Chef-led Master class! Learn to make artisan crusty bread, soft dinner rolls, and classic sandwich bread from scratch, plus enjoy a demonstration of a beautiful filled and rolled Pane Bianco. Along the way, explore flours, hydration, yeast, and the science behind great bread. Perfect for beginners and those ready to explore more. Equipment: Stand mixer with dough hook attachment. Additional information will be included in the ingredient list / prep packet.

Students will explore fall and winter vocabulary through songs, games, and festive cultural traditions. Kids practice simple conversations about greetings, colors, weather, clothing, emotions, and seasonal activities while discovering celebrations like Día de los Muertos and La Navidad. No prior Spanish experience required—just curiosity and a love of fun! Zoom link will be emailed 24-48 hours before first class.