Big Lake Schools Community Education

Summer 2025 Membership Rates | June 2-Aug 22 ( One rate for the full Summer + $15 Registration Fee ) REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 3RD! In-District Members (Big Lake Residents) /BLCE Staff Members: Students 14+ $20 | Adults/ BL Staff) $35 | Seniors 65+ Free Out-of-District Members (Not Big Lake District Residents): Students 14+ $40 | Adults $65 | Seniors 65+ $10 All Members: **Credit card must be supplied at time of registration for Summer One Rate** Non-payment of fees are subject to $10 fee* Must enter through Door N. View the details and complete online waiver Must provide valid ID; Driver License, Student ID in order to enter fitness center after June 2nd. For current Pricing and more information, please see our website.

2025-26 LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL registration began on March 17. 2025-26 INFORMATION: Little Learners offers unmatched programming that follows school readiness curriculum designed around building self-esteem, increasing social skills, encouraging self-reliance and developing cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten success. Children are taught by a licensed teacher and one assistant in a safe and nurturing environment. Little Learners Outdoors! -- Everything you love about our Little Learners program plus the additional benefits of an outdoor nature experience using the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Project Wild curriculum. The majority of Little Learners Outdoors is outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. Students spend minimal time inside each day, but do have a designated indoor classroom if the weather is unsuitable for us to be outdoors. Registration fee ($45) and 1st months tuition is charged when your contract has been accepted. 2025-2026 Class Options/Tuition costs 3 Year Olds (3 by Sept 1, 2025) M/W | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo FULL T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds (3 by March 1, 2025) T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (3 by March 1, 2025): T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo 4 Year Olds (4 by Sept 1, 2024) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo FULL M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $200/mo FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL 4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (4 by Sept 1, 2025) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $200/mo FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL M/T/W/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $260/mo FULL M/T/W/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $260/mo FULL If you have any questions...feel free to contact our office: earlychildhood@biglakeschools.org

2025-26 LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL registration began on March 17. 2025-26 INFORMATION: Little Learners offers unmatched programming that follows school readiness curriculum designed around building self-esteem, increasing social skills, encouraging self-reliance and developing cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten success. Children are taught by a licensed teacher and one assistant in a safe and nurturing environment. Little Learners Outdoors! -- Everything you love about our Little Learners program plus the additional benefits of an outdoor nature experience using the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Project Wild curriculum. The majority of Little Learners Outdoors is outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. Students spend minimal time inside each day, but do have a designated indoor classroom if the weather is unsuitable for us to be outdoors. Registration fee ($45) and 1st months tuition is charged when your contract has been accepted. 2025-2026 Class Options/Tuition costs 3 Year Olds (3 by Sept 1, 2025) M/W | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo FULL T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds (3 by March 1, 2025) T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (3 by March 1, 2025): T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $165/mo 4 Year Olds (4 by Sept 1, 2024) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo FULL M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $200/mo FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL 4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (4 by Sept 1, 2025) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $165/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $200/mo FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $200/mo FULL M/T/W/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $260/mo FULL M/T/W/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $260/mo FULL If you have any questions...feel free to contact our office: earlychildhood@biglakeschools.org

Looking to play some Wednesday morning pick-up games? Larry Tschritter will be in contact with you via email or phone text each week with information on the game. Play starts at 5:30 am. Registration for the full school year is $25 - please email l.tschritter@biglakeschools.org for details. Wednesday mornings I June 18-Aug 27 I 5:15-6:45 am I Big Lake Middle School Gym

Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 7:30 am-5:15 pm | $120 | Deadline: MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2025 - No refunds after this date! 7:30 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello. Load in parking lot. 7:45 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot In the front of the building. 9:00 a.m. Make a comfort stop at the Goose Creek Rest Area near Harris, MN. 10:45 a.m. Arrival at the NW Wisconsin Regional Visitor Center in Trego, WI. Take time to use the rest room and visit the gift store. The train staff will load guests into the dining cars. 11:15 a.m. Depart on the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad. The historic railroad recreates the atmosphere of rail travel using rebuilt cars from 1912 to 1918. Ride the rails to Bean Creek. Have lunch in the dining car. Menu: Chicken Entrée with Rice, Vegetable, Dinner Roll, Cookie and Coffee or Lemonade. After lunch enjoy the relaxing scenery from the train as it travels into rural Wisconsin. 12:45 p.m. Train returns to the depot. 1:00 p.m. Estimated departure time from Trego. 2:15 p.m. Stop to buy cheese at the Burnett Dairy Cooperative retail store near Grantsburg, WI. Coffee, Ice Cream, Fried Cheese Curds and other concessions are available for purchase at the Bistro. 3:15 p.m. Leave the Burnett Dairy Store. 5:00 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Michael. 5:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.

Choose from more than 10 levels in our Red Cross-inspired swim classes for ages 6 months to 18 years

Choose from more than 10 levels in our Red Cross-inspired swim classes for ages 6 months to 18 years

Excited to become a babysitter? Come learn current childcare practices and starting your own babysitting service. Learn basic safety, first aid, feeding and more. Bring a lunch and a drink.

Battle Drones features an exciting combination of aerial acrobatics with an engineering design challenge that will teach students STEM concepts, teamwork, and how to skillfully fly a drone. In Battle Drones, teams of students will build robotic launchers designed to fling projectiles at their opponents' drones. Students will be guided by experienced camp instructors in how to construct their launchers to maximize projectile speed and accuracy. The camp will culminate in an epic battle where students will need to pilot their drones to safety by dodging opponent projectiles while using their own launchers to take down opponent drones. The best drone pilots and lunchers will emerge victorious! Option to purchase a drone in this class. Taught by a COR Robotics instructor. This class is for students entering 3rd grade and finishing 8th grade.

Get ready to kick up some dust at the Barn Yard Palooza! Yee haw! Fun, games, and unforgettable memories await! Ages 4-Grade 6 | Tuesdays | 9-10:30 am | Indy Elementary - Enter Door J ** Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on this date and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. ** If you are not registered for summer child care, you can register your child for these classes. Please bring your child to Big Lake Independence Elementary School Door B ** and childcare staff will bring them to and from the correct classroom.

Carnival Craze Alert! Dive into a world of fun with your friends! From hilarious games to unforgettable moments, the carnival has it all! What’s your favorite carnival game? Ages 4-Grade 6 | Tuesdays | 9-10:30 am | Indy Elementary - Enter Door J ** Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on this date and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. * If you are not registered for summer child care, you can register your child for these classes. Please bring your child to Big Lake Independence Elementary School Door J ** and childcare staff will bring them to and from the correct classroom.

Have you ever felt like your mind has endless potential? It's time to magnify your mind! Create, believe, and let your imagination run wild. What incredible ideas are you ready to bring to life? Ages 4-Grade 6 | Tuesdays | 9-10:30 am | Indy Elementary - Enter Door J ** Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on this date and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. ** If you are not registered for summer child care, you can register your child for these classes. Please bring your child to Big Lake Independence Elementary School Door J ** and childcare staff will bring them to and from the correct classroom.

Adventure awaits! Gather your friends and dive into a world filled with mythical creatures! Whether it's dragons, fairies, or mermaids, there’s fun to be had and stories to create together! What mythical creature would you hope to see? Ages 4-Grade 6 | Tuesdays | 9-10:30 am | Indy Elementary - Enter Door J ** Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on this date and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. ** If you are not registered for summer child care, you can register your child for these classes. Please bring your child to Big Lake Independence Elementary School Door J ** and childcare staff will bring them to and from the correct classroom.

Nothing beats soaking up the sun with friends! Water games are the ultimate way to cool down and have fun together. Let’s make some unforgettable summer memories! Ages 4-Grade 6 | Tuesdays | 9-10:30 am | Indy Elementary - Enter Door J ** Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on this date and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. ** If you are not registered for summer child care, you can register your child for these classes. Please bring your child to Big Lake Independence Elementary School Door J ** and childcare staff will bring them to and from the correct classroom.

ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writes and content creators. Don't be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you'll learn how to: Register for a FREE ChatGPT account Input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses Build creative content, from stories to marketing copy Determine its capabilities and limitations Understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT Theres not doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It's crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class

Step into our Candy Lab and explore science through sweet experiments! From candy chemistry to edible art, every activity uses candy to teach cool scientific concepts. Mix, melt, and marvel at how sweets can be both delicious and educational! Please bring a nut free snack and drink for your child. This class is taught by a KidCreate staff member.

This engaging session will help you navigate the challenges of your child's digital world and provide helpful tools for your parenting toolbox. Learn practical strategies for social media/friendships, setting boundaries, ensuring online safety, and fostering healthy screen habits. Empower yourself with the tools to help raise a teen with a smart technology foundation they will use into adulthood. This is a Pay What You Can Class Please note that each class is taught live online via Zoom. If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded.

In this class you will explore and create collage art! We will use colorful paper and fabric cutouts, buttons, string and more to assemble a one-of-a-kind piece of art! Using these various materials, we will create a landscape, a flower vase and more! Come and join us in on the fun!

Big Lake Community Education offers more than 50 classes throughout the year to our community's adults. Classes offer opportunities for adults to improve their knowledge base, explore new interests, gain new skills and make new connections!