Complete this course to get a 10% discount on your auto insurance premiums! Taught as a presentation from a certified instructor, you’ll discuss challenges we face as drivers, new road designs, vehicle technology, and updates on current laws. Best of all, there are no written or behind the wheel tests! Certificate will be provided at the end of class. **8-hour initial class requirement has been removed as of July 1st, 2024. Participants must take 4-hour course to initially earn the discount and then repeat the 4-hour class every three years to maintain the discount.

Get ready to kick, pass and score in a fun and inclusive environment! Adaptive Soccer is designed for CI (Cognitive Impairment) and PI (Physical Impairment) athletes in 5-12th grade, focusing on skill development, teamwork and enjoyment - all in the gym for a safe and supportive experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, our coaches will guide you through engaging drills and exciting modified gameplay tailored to your abilities. Free Giovanni's Pizza afterward! T-shirts are included with registration. Students must be accompanied during the class by a caregiver. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Create fun food art with air dry clay! Projects include: food magnets, an ice cream pinch pot and desert sculptures. Come and make a creation, you'll be proud to take home! Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Explore different art styles and cultural traditions from around the globe. Imagine the kids creating Aboriginal dot paintings, Japanese ink art, or Mexican folk art-inspired pieces! Each project will introduce them to new techniques, patterns and the rich history behind each art form, fostering an appreciation for global cultures and artistic expression.

Fun-filled days await our students as we explore ocean life as they learn to draw and color with pastels. We will create detailed, pastel compositions on each day, focusing on a different ocean-themed subject. We will draw eye-catching sea stars along the shoreline and a pair of vibrant clown fish. We will illustrate a sea turtle with bold patterns, a blue crab and a wondrous scene of jellyfish. Our instruction will bing remarkable results and you will want to head to the frame shop with your child's finished pastel pieces.

Individual 30 minute lessons, once a week for six weeks. Students will be contacted about exact scheduling times. Lessons are booked on a first come first serve basis. Commitment to daily practice on lesson materials between lessons is required. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

We will be working on skill development, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense, playing games, introducing team offensive and defensive schemes, and team building activities. A camp t-shirt is included in the class fee. Please note that skills will start at Brainerd High School for the month of June, then in July will be held at Riverside Elementary and Forestview Middle School (due to improvement projects at the high school). Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Join us at the Separation Basketball Camp, led by professional basketball player Tyler Peterson. This three-day camp focuses on fundamental skills, game intelligence and the joy of basketball through fun and engaging sessions. With Coach Peterson's passion and expertise, young athletes will discover new ways to elevate their game! Secure your spot for a formative basketball camp that combines professional instruction with the excitement of the game! Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Two days will be highly focused on individual skill development and introducing some team offensive and defensive concepts. The other two days will be focused on playing 5v5 and implementing the skills and concepts we've worked on. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Warrior Skills Lab is an open gym opportunity designed to help players improve their individual game in a fun and competitive environment. Athletes can get up extra shots on the Dr. Dish, track their progress for the Warrior Shot Club, sharpen their ball-handling skills, challenge teammates in a game of HORSE, or organize pickup games with friends. This lab is a great way to build confidence, develop skills and spend more time in the gym getting better. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Description: If your child is interested in joining band, they will go through a two step process before school starts in 6th grade. Please sign up for Beginning Band Group Start Up Lessons as described in part 2 (below). Part 1: Band Screening All interested students will complete a "band screening" at a scheduled time between March 16 and May 22. Parents attend the band screening with their child to understand the instrument selection process and to get more information on instrument rentals and information about our two day Beginning Band Group Start Up Lessons as described in part 2 (below). An email will be sent to all parents in March to schedule a band screening time. Part 2: Beginning Band Group Start Up Lessons Students will attend the Beginning Band Group Start Up Lessons for 2 days on either August 25/26 or Sept 3/4 to learn the basics of how to start playing their new band instrument. We are offering the same lessons over 2 different weeks to accommodate family schedules. Please choose one (Aug 25/26 OR Sept 3/4) of the two day sessions. The startup lessons allow the instructors to cover all of the initial information and skills that are needed when school starts such as; how to put their instrument together, produce the first sound on the instrument, how to read music and learn to play the first five notes in their beginning band book. Each day's lesson is one-and-a-half hours with other students who play the same instrument. CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS: Option #1 - Aug 25/26 (Tues/Wed) Students attend BOTH days: 8-9:30am - percussion & saxophone 9:45-11:15am - clarinet & trumpet 11:45-1:15pm - flute & trombone/baritone Option #2 - Sept 3/4 (Thurs & Fri) Students attend BOTH days (Please note times are different each day to accommodate teacher workshop schedules) Thursday, Sept 3rd: 12:30-2pm - percussion & saxophone 2:15-3:45pm - clarinet & trumpet 4:00-5:30pm - flute & trombone/baritone Friday, Sept 4th:: 8-9:30am - percussion & saxophone 9:45-11:15am - clarinet & trumpet 11:45-1:15pm - flute & trombone/baritone

For athletes who have competed in diving at the high school or junior high level. Time will be spent on technique of current dives and learning new dives. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Brainerd Community Education has partnered with A+ Driving School to offer an online Driver's Education course. This is a fully online class platform designed for Minnesota students. Our industry-leading program utilizes our proven teaching methods, which will keep the student engaged throughout the learning process. Key Benefits are: – Start classes anytime and take at your own pace up to 3 hours per day – Classes are available on demand! – Entertaining “Live” classroom setting – Free Study Guide for all students – Closed Captioning options – “Hands On” activities to reinforce information and get parents involved – 24/7 Instructor Support – Students have 6 months to complete the online classroom program – Made specifically for MINNESOTA STUDENTS by Minnesota Driving Instructors! – The Minnesota Department of Public Safety fully approves this program. 1. Students must be 14 years old and provide proper identification specified in the Minnesota Driver’s Manual. 2. Students will also need to complete 8 hours of simulator training. This is in-person training. The student must complete 4 classes, each being 2 hours long. An instructor will contact you with dates and times available for the simulator. A missed simulator session will result in an extra ½ hour of behind-the-wheel driving at the cost of $30 to meet state requirements. 3. After that, students will then be required to complete 4 hours of behind-the-wheel training. Students will need to have a valid Minnesota Permit and have completed the 8 hours of simulator training before they sign up for behind-the-wheel. To schedule behind-the-wheel training, you will need to contact the program coordinator or Community Education. 4. Students will need to complete the classroom portion of Driver's Education within 6 months of starting the classroom. If they are unable to complete the course in 6 months, they will be dropped from the program and they will forfeit $125 of their tuition. 5. Students will need to complete the entire course, classroom, simulation, and behind-the-wheel within one year after beginning the classroom portion of the program. A $65 fee will be assessed for those waiting longer than a year. Note: There is an additional $20 registration fee for this online course. Once you are registered, you will receive an email from our program coordinator on the MONDAY FOLLOWING YOUR REGISTRATION, with the log-in information for the online classroom portion. You will need a credit card to pay this fee. Students who don't show up for scheduled behind-the-wheel driving appointments will be charged $40. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the driving is scheduled. Any remaining balance or additional charges incurred after the first date of the class must be paid by cash or credit card; no checks will be accepted. To ensure that this driver's education program is safe and appropriate, please indicate on the registration form whether the student has any special needs or requires any accommodations to be successful in this program. We offer a 90-minute parent course free of charge if your child is enrolled in our Driver Education program. This parent class is for the "Primary Driving Supervisor". Click here for parent class registration. If your student is NOT enrolled in our Driver Education program, the cost of the class is $25. This agreement/contract constitutes an agreement/contract between the program and the student/parent and no verbal statements or promises will be recognized.

Offered throughout the school year and summer by Brainerd Public Schools Community Education (TO REGISTER FOR THE ONLINE DRIVER ED CLASS - CLICK HERE!) Taught by college-trained Department of Education certified instructors. Let our Brainerd teachers help you meet the State Driver Education requirements! To complete the classroom portion of the program DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR, students will meet three times a week; Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays for three hours each day. Students registered for one of our SUMMER SESSIONS will meet five times a week; Monday through Friday for three hours each day. Attendance each day is mandatory to gain the 30 hours of classroom training which is required by state law! Students must be 14 years old and provide proper identification specified in the Minnesota Driver’s Manual. The next four sessions will be on the simulator. All simulator classes are 2 hours. *Missed simulation classes result in the need for extra driving time to meet state requirements. If one simulator class is missed, the student must pay for 1/2 hour of extra on-street driving at the cost of $30 in order to meet the requirements. **Students will be allowed to register for behind the wheel dates at the end of simulation or drive at a later date. After completing 30 hours of classroom, and eight hours of simulation, four hours of behind the wheel are required. The behind the wheel dates are made by appointment (an instructor will call). Students will drive four hours with a licensed instructor. These will be scheduled usually two times, for two hours each time. Most people will be done driving 3-6 weeks after simulation unless they choose to wait. Students will complete the entire course within one year of their first classroom session. A $65 fee will be assessed to those waiting longer than a year. Anyone waiting 18 months or longer will pay $90 and $5 per month thereafter. Students who cancel or wish to move to another section with less than seven business days notice, prior to the class start date will forfeit $125 of their tuition. If a student withdraws from the program after beginning classroom they will forfeit $125 of their tuition. If a student withdraws from the program after beginning simulation, $225 will be forfeited. To ensure that this driver's education program is safe and appropriate, please indicate on the registration form whether the student has any special needs or requires any accommodations to be successful in this program. Class size is limited, so register early! Note Policy Change! In order to be reimbursed for canceling a class or to be moved to another section, you must notify the Community Education office at least seven business days prior to the start of class. Students who don't show up for scheduled behind the wheel driving appointments will be charged $40. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the driving is scheduled. Any remaining balance or additional charges incurred after the first date of the class must be paid by cash or credit card; no checks will be accepted. We offer a 90 minute parent course free of charge if your child is enrolled in our Driver Education program. This parent class is for the "Primary Driving Supervisor". Click here for parent class registration. If your student is NOT enrolled in our Driver Education program - the cost of the class is $25. This agreement/contract constitutes an agreement/contract between the program and the student/parent and no verbal statements or promises will be recognized.

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 4-hour course for 7-10 year olds. This course helps prepare children for staying safe at and away from home. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, and stranger and internet safety. Students will receive a book, handouts and a home first aid kit as part of the class. Grade Guide: Our summer programs use the grade your child is going into this coming fall!

Learn how to set the stage for a successful home sale with this comprehensive class. From decluttering and staging ideas to pricing strategies, marketing essentials, and tips for selecting the right real estate agent. We'll cover everything you need to attract buyers and maximize your home's value. Whether you're a first-time seller or just need a refresher, this class will guide you through every step of the process to help you sell with confidence. The class presenter is a licensed real estate agent.

Join us for a fun-filled movie outing this summer! Students will enjoy a family-friendly film at Central Lakes Community College Performing Arts Center from 10:30 a.m. to approximately 12:30 p.m. This will take place for Riverside Elementary on July 8, Nisswa Elementary on July 15, and Baxter Elementary on July 22. Each movie experience begins with a special pre-show performance featuring talented musicians from the Lakes Area Music Festival or an entertaining local magician. Current movie selections include The Minecraft Movie, The Little Mermaid (animated), and Zootopia 2. The cost is $10 per student and includes: Bus transportation Movie admission Popcorn Juice box This is a great opportunity for students to enjoy a summer outing with friends while experiencing live entertainment and a favorite movie on the big screen!**** Please Note: This is for students currently enrolled in the Fun & Friends Programming only****

Cool off and have fun with us at the Splash Pad! Students will enjoy a refreshing afternoon of water play, outdoor activities, and time with friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in a safe and supervised environment. Participants should come dressed in their swimsuit, bring a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Water shoes are recommended. Staff will supervise students throughout the outing while they splash, play, and enjoy the summer weather. The cost is $4.00 per student and includes transportation and admission to the Splash Pad. This is a great opportunity for children to stay active, build friendships, and make lasting summer memories! Additional details regarding departure times, pick-up locations, and what to bring will be provided prior to the trip.