Hastings Community Education

All Day Best Ever Art Camp Middle Schoolers! (10-14 years) This camp is packed full of fan favorites! From snow globes, projects that glow-in-the-dark, and messy clay masterpieces, these are the most requested Kidcreate projects of all time! All of them put together in one highly-anticipated camp for Middle Schoolers. This is the stuff the kids can’t get enough of and guaranteed to be an artsy good time! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Emergency Outfitters is back! This wildly popular course fills fast every year and leaves youth equipped to to be ready to care for children! This course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics – Babysitter Lessons And Safety Training (BLAST). Students learn current practices for safety and injury prevention, first aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems, and how to manage their babysitting business. Students receive a reference book, handouts, babysitting bag and first aid kit. Students need to bring a snack, beverage, and sack lunch. Recommended for ages 10-14.

Every kid loves making pinch pots! But let’s go beyond that and learn super cool techniques to transform pinch pots into puppy pals, silly rabbits, playful penguins and much more. Not only will the kids learn the basics of working with clay but they will create amazing clay creations that are way cooler than a plain old ordinary pinch pot! Shhhh, don’t tell anyone, but this camp is our best-kept secret! Register early before it fills up! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child. Youth ages 10-13 (middle schoolers).

Grades 3-9--Large range, but LOTS of room to grow and learn through coding competitions! Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! Players will be broken into pools based on age for competitive and fair play. Whether this is your first Code Championship event, or if you've been competing for years, this is the perfect way to explore the competitive coding world of Code Championship. No previous coding experience necessary. This event will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament.

Colorguard is the dynamic movement component, typically associated with marching band and is an awesome way to get involved in the band community without needing to play an instrument! Colorguard teaches dance basics and skills, along with flag twirling and equipment handling and management, not to mention it improves your athleticism and stamina without being too difficult for beginners to enjoy. Come see what all the fun is about! Reach out to instructor Grace Bauer graycbauer@gmail.com with any questions or concerns and we hope to see you this summer! Bring a water bottle and nut-free snack each day. All Covid guidelines will be followed. 3 Sessions--Sign up for one, two, or all! You can jump in any time!: June: Tuesdays: 8, 15, 22, 29 July: Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 29 (skip 22nd) August: Tuesdays: 3, 10, 17, 24 *In case of rain, the class will be re-scheduled within the month on a different afternoon*

Cornerstone Horse Camps Youth horse camps are a great way to experience the joy and hard work that go hand in hand with working with animals! Beautiful Cornerstone on the Vermillion Stables provides a wonderful backdrop for these four day camps that are all about horses. Students will ride using different techniques and styles. They’ll learn how to care for their horses and about stable etiquette. Students are grouped by ages and abilities, so no matter where you student is, they’ll learn something new with Cornerstone! Please send a cold lunch, bike helmet, and water bottle for the day. Students need to be dressed to ride in long pants, tennis shoes, and sun protection. Please note: Current Covid 19 protocols will be updated and sent to families the week before their camp.

Does your elementary school student love critters? So do we! Join Hastings Community Education staff as we spend two amazing mornings learning about critters in the Tilden neighborhood. Squirrels? Check! Robins? Check! Bumble Bees? Check! Through exploration, journaling, crafts, and games, we’ll enjoy nature and getting to know the critters right next door. Please send a peanut free snack and water bottle each morning. This class is a collaboration between Hastings Community Education and the Americorp Promise Fellow program! Cost is $20 for single student and $10 for each additional sibling*

If it’s drawing, painting, and cartooning you’re after, then this is the camp for you! This multi-age class meets students where they are in their art skills and then builds! Join us for a day full of drawing fun! In this introductory drawing camp, basic techniques and principles of drawing will be taught. You will master a simple step-by-step drawing method as you create drawings that glow-in-the-dark, artwork that pops out at you, a painting on a real canvas board, and so much more. Please pack a nut free snack, lunch and a drink for your child.

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 4-hour course for 7 – 10 year olds. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, stranger safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, and personal safety. This course helps prepare children for staying at home alone. Students will receive a book, handouts and a home first aid kit as part of the class. Students need to bring a snack, pencil, and water bottle.

Is your athlete looking for something new? Or maybe your not-so-sporty student needs something physical and engaging to try. Fencing is sometimes called intellectual athletics--but with exercise! YELS has been teaching fencing for over a decade and the coaches continue to deliver high-quality, engaging programming for students excited to try something new. All fencing equipment is provided, but students should wear gym appropriate shoes and clothes and bring a water bottle. Photo Source: YELS

Did you know Tilden has hundreds of flowers on campus? We do and they are beautiful! During this 2-day camp, we will explore the flowers and plants around Tilden. We will also learn about how plants grow and thrive here in Minnesota and other places as well. We will even plant our very own flowers! Please send a peanut free snack and water bottle each morning. This class is a collaboration between Hastings Community Education and the Americorp Promise Fellow program! Cost is $20 for single student and $10 for each additional sibling*

Come and experience the magic of Hogwarts! Whether you are Muggle or Magical, these projects inspired by J. K. Rowling’s beloved books will be sure to capture your Middle School artist’s imagination and enthusiasm. We’ll explore a wide variety of art materials as we create magical masterpieces! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

In this camp, we will be creating custom armor, items, and blocks. Learn to mod Minecraft using MCreator to customize your gaming experience. We will be learning how to mod Minecraft Java Edition. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding and, of course, playing Minecraft! At the end of the class, take home your Mods to share with family and friends.

KidCreate Arts & Crafts Bundles: Enjoy the best of KidCreate from the comfort of home! KidCreate will send you everything you need for the following engaging projects along with youtube links to step by step instruction. These are classes that are always a hit! Each bundle includes 3 complete projects and are shipped right to your house! Orders are placed on Friday, and should be to you by the following Friday. Make sure your address is correct. Bundle 1: Birds on a Wire (canvas project where water colors are used in layers to create striking lines) Slime Time (KidCreate’s special recipe and ingredients for making the BEST slime!) Clay Coil Bowl (High quality air dry clay that comes to life under the instruction of KidCreate teachers) Age Range: The art kits are currently being created for elementary-aged kids, but with adult supervision, the kits can also be used for preschoolers as well. Cost: $50 each (includes shipping)

Kidcreate Arts & Crafts Bundles: Enjoy the best of KidCreate from the comfort of home! KidCreate will send you everything you need for the following engaging projects along with youtube links to step by step instruction. These are classes that are always a hit! Each bundle includes 3 complete projects and are shipped right to your house! Orders are placed on Friday, and should be to you by the following Friday. Make sure your address is correct. Bundle 2: Clay Mosaic (Look up—it’s the moon! Create a beautiful clay moon with tiles to accent and shine) Aurora Borealis (canvas project with paint and water colors to create the norther lights) Clay Owl (Whooooo wants to make something special? KidCreate instructors will show you how to make your clay take flight!) Age Range: The art kits are currently being created for elementary-aged kids, but with adult supervision, the kits can also be used for preschoolers as well. Cost: $50 each (includes shipping)

We scoured the Scratch website and assembled a collection of the most popular game sprites. Choose characters from Undertale, Pokémon, Nintendo, Minecraft and even classic characters like Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, Sonic, and Mario! Possible games created: Mario Kart, Pokémon Pong, and Sonic Frogger. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day, or they can be emailed to parents. Please bring lunch and drink.

Does your child want to learn to play the guitar? Join us this summer for weekly, virtual, small group classes. No prior experience is needed. Learn to play a simple tune in your very first 45-minute lesson! Ages 5-10 Thursdays June 17-August 19th 4:00-4:45 PM $250 FOR 10 WEEKLY 45-MINUTE GROUP LESSONS The Village Music School At the Village Music School, we believe after-school music programs are an excellent opportunity for young musicians to expand their horizons through small music clubs. We provide our students with opportunities to perform before parents and peers, as well as to work in small groups with teachers who have exceptional performing experience. Our focus is on success and fun while learning, and our goal is to allow children to experience the joy of achievement and the pride of accomplishment. Every child is musical!

Does your child want to learn to play the piano? Join us this summer for weekly, virtual, small group classes. No prior experience is needed. Learn to play a simple tune in your very first 45-minute lesson! Ages 5-10 Wednesdays June 16-August 18th 4:00-4:45 PM $250 FOR 10 WEEKLY 45-MINUTE GROUP LESSONS The Village Music School At the Village Music School, we believe after-school music programs are an excellent opportunity for young musicians to expand their horizons through small music clubs. We provide our students with opportunities to perform before parents and peers, as well as to work in small groups with teachers who have exceptional performing experience. Our focus is on success and fun while learning, and our goal is to allow children to experience the joy of achievement and the pride of accomplishment. Every child is musical!

Summer is here, and with it comes all of the beautiful summertime flowers! What better way to celebrate than creating masterpieces with your child? Prepare for an evening filled with fun! You and your child will follow easy step-by-step instructions as you create matching floral paintings. Each parent and child will create their own masterpiece on a real canvas board.

We love Pollinators! Using amazing curriculum from the U of M Bee Lab, we’ll enjoy a whole day of learning about pollinators--bees included! Through games, crafts, and exploration, students will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the impact pollinators have on our eco system. This camp will include exploring the Tilden neighborhood and lots of time outside, so be sure to check watch for the all-day supply list! This class is a collaboration between Hastings Community Education and the Americorp Promise Fellow program! Cost: $20 for a single student and $10 for each sibling*

Little kids like pollinators too! Tailored to fit the needs of our youngest friends, this two day morning camp will be full of fun and exploration. We’ll craft, play, and explore our way around the wild world of pollinators! Students need to be able to handle their own bathroom needs. This class is a collaboration between Hastings Community Education and the Americorp Promise Fellow program! *Cost is $20 for one child and then $10 for each additional sibling.