Richfield Public Schools Community Education - Youth Programshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-29T05:08:22-05:00Richfield Community Education Gift Certificate - Youth Programshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9032/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/richfield-community-education-gift-certificate-youth-programs2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p><strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">G</span></strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><strong>ive the gift of learning today!</strong><br></span>It’s a fact, experiences provide more joy than material objects. Give someone the special gift of learning. It’s personal, fun and easy.</p><p>Purchase a gift certificate for youth courses in the amount you choose. </p><p>Gift certificates will be sent by mail within seven business days. If you need to receive it sooner, please contact the Community Education office. </p>Quesadilla/Sincronizada & Salsa Fun - Divertida Quesadilla/Sincronizada & Salsahttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9095/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/quesadilla-sincronizada-salsa-fun-divertida-quesadilla-sincronizada-salsa2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Looking for a perfect snack for after school or even dinner? In this class you will learn how to make an authentic delicious quesadilla and sincronizada & homemade salsa. All ingredients provided. In partnership with MIRA.</p><p>¿Está buscando un perfecto bocadillo para después de clases o incluso para la cena? En esta clase, aprenderá cómo hacer una auténtica y deliciosa quesadilla/sincronizada con una salsa casera. Se le proveerán todos los ingredientes. En colaboración con MIRA.</p>Project Runwayhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9045/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/project-runway2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Sweet summer fashion projects! Make your own swimsuit coverup, mini messenger bag, ear bud case and your personalized sewer’s handbook. No experience necessary. Hand and machine sewing techniques are taught with SAFETY FIRST always in mind. The final day is a showcase where friends and family are invited to see the projects in action.</p><p><br>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment claas during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Large Machineshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9096/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/large-machines2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Come learn about STEM and programming concepts while being challenged to build up to 8 different motorized robotic and engineering models. While building and programming these models, students will develop logical thinking ability and will learn various engineering concepts like Newton's Law, centrifugal force, chain transmissions and more.</p><p>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Chess Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9036/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/chess-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Whether you consider yourself a beginner or intermediate player, join us this summer to learn the royal game of Chess! This is a fun time for new and experienced players to learn strategies with new chess lessons and puzzles each day as well as guided games and in-class tournaments.</p><p>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Driver Education- Online Classeshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8910/2023-24-driver-education/driver-education-online-classes2023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for 50 years. Safeway's only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and Behind The Wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored for the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All Safeway's instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.Class Instruction prepares the student to take the Minnesota permit test and begin the responsibility of driving. </p><p>The 30 hours of classroom is structured into 10 independent lessons. If a student misses a lesson, they can make up that exact lesson number at the next session or at one of Safeway's other classroom/online locations. After class is completed, students who are 15 years old are eligible to take their permit test at any Minnesota exam center. The permit test is not provided during the class. This class is not designed for students over the age of 18, as their requirements are different to obtain a permit. <em>For the online option, classroom is conducted through a secure Zoom platform, which requires that students have a video camera and audio capabilities on their devices.Students will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive during all online lessons. S</em><em style="background-color: initial;">tudents will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive during all online lessons.</em></p><p>Behind The Wheel instruction includes six hours of driving in three, two-hour private lessons. All driving is done in a Safeway car on city streets, highways and freeways with a responsible, licensed Safeway instructor. Safeway recommends students take their first lesson 2-3 weeks after receiving their permit card and after 5 hours of practice driving. Students have one year after completing the classroom to finish their Behind The Wheel lessons. Scheduling is offered online for 24/7 convenience. All of Safeway's cars are white with identical graphics so parents and students are confident that it is a Safeway car picking up the student for a lesson. Students can get picked up for their Behind The Wheel lesson from home, school, or work.</p><p>Parent/Guardian involvement is required to produce safe, responsible teen drivers. It is critical that parents/guardians practice regularly with their student drivers. The state requires that students have a minimum of 50 hours of practice (15 hours at night). Parent classes are offered monthly at Safeway's nearby classrooms or via distance learning.</p><p><strong>How To Get Your Driver License (ages 15-17)</strong></p><p>Classroom Instruction: at age 15, students are eligible to register and attend the classroom portion of the training program. Students must attend all 30 hours of the classroom training to be eligible for the next step of training.</p><p>Pass the Classroom Training: After completing 30 hours of classroom, receive a blue card to be presented at the time of the permit test (must be registered for a Behind The Wheel program in order to receive the blue card). Those not registered for a Behind The Wheel program receive a letter of completion for future Behind The Wheel training.</p><p>Get Your Driving Permit: Test is arranged independently at a Minnesota Drivers and Vehicle Services location. You will need the blue card, appropriate ID, social security number, corrective lenses (if needed), and test fee.</p><p>Schedule Behind The Wheel: After receiving the permit, schedule six hours of Behind The Wheel by notifying Safeway Driving School to schedule your lessons.</p><p>Complete Behind The Wheel Instruction: After completion of the required 6 hours, receive a white card necessary for the license test. </p><p>Practice Driving for 6 Months. Minnesota law requires a student to have a permit for 6 months and maintain a driving log with a parent/guardian. The driving log must be submitted at the time of the road test. </p><table>
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</table>Track & Field Tykes Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9091/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/track-field-tykes-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a basic introduction to Track & Field events. We will learn and practice how to correctly run, jump, and throw. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall athletic ability & performance.</p>Olympic Style Swimming - Level 2http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9104/2023-24-aquatics/olympic-style-swimming-level-22024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The popular Olympic Style Swimming program provides the finest swimming lesson you child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Parents are encouraged to come and watch from the bleachers. Open to anyone age 5 to 17.<br><br>For those who can swim for 30 feet (dog paddle.)</p>Olympic Style Swimming - Level 4http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9106/2023-24-aquatics/olympic-style-swimming-level-42024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The popular Olympic Style Swimming program provides the finest swimming lesson your child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Parents are encouraged to come and watch from the bleachers. Open to anyone age 5 to 17.<br><br>For those who can do front crawl with good side breathing back crawl with good position, a head first dive, and a legal breaststroke kick.</p>Level 4 - Swim Lessonshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8907/2023-24-aquatics/level-4-swim-lessons2023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>These popular swim lessons based on the Olympic Style program provide the finest swim lesson your child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Open to any student age 5 to 17.<br><br>For students who can do front crawl with good side breathing, back crawl with good body position, a headfirst dive, and a good breaststroke kick.</p>Let's Get Creative!http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9088/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/let-s-get-creative2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Use clay, practice printmaking, drawing and painting to tap into our creativity. We will foster growth in the arts by using a variety of materials and techniques to create together. New works of art will be created in each session.</p>Soccer Skills Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9089/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/soccer-skills-camp—12024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Come have fun with us! We will be covering a broad range of soccer skills training (dribbling, passing, shooting, & defense), training and playing and skill-based games. You will be challenged and grouped at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a positive environment, learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day where athletes can showcase their skills. Please bring a water bottle (cleats and shin guards are optional).</p>Spartan Summer Powerhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9035/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/spartan-summer-power2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The Spartan Summer Power program is a great opportunity to get into shape, improve your athletic ability, build confidence, get stronger, and build friendships with other Richfield Athletes!<br>This will be a three day a week program covering weight lifting, speed, agility, and conditioning for all experience levels and sports.<br><br>Students may earn a T-Shirt and Letter if they:<br>• Attend and Record Baselines May 28, 29, or 30 afterschool<br>• Attend 15 of 18 Sessions<br>• Attend and Record Baselines July 25<br>• Make Gains in Bench, Squat, and Clean</p>Babysitting 101http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9041/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/babysitting-1012024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the skills needed to become a sought-after babysitter! Implement a plan for finding babysitting jobs and care for kids of all ages with equal measures of skill and fun. Following the Smart Kids 101 Babysitting curriculum, topics covered include: Marketing and organizing your babysitting skills, engaging kids of all ages, the character of a babysitter, administering first aid and taking care of emergencies, common problems babysitters face — and the solutions! Offered in partnership with the City of Richfield.</p><p>¡Aprenda las habilidades necesarias para llegar a ser una niñera/o en demanda, implemente un plan para encontrar trabajos de niñera/o y cuidar a niños de todas las edades, empleando medidas iguales de habilidad y diversión! Siguiendo el temario de Smart Kids 101 Babysitting. Entre los temas tratados se incluye: ¡Mercadeo y organización de las habilidades de cuidado de niños, captar niños de todas las edades, la personalidad de un/a niñero/a, administrar primeros auxilios y atender emergencias, los problemas comunes que enfrentan los/las niñeras/os - y sus respectivas soluciones! Se ofrece en colaboración con la ciudad de Richfield. </p>Level 2 - Swim Lessonshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8908/2023-24-aquatics/level-2-swim-lessons—12023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>These popular swim lessons based on the Olympic Style program provide the finest swim lesson your child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Open to any student age 5 to 17.</p><p>For those who can swim for 30 feet (dog paddle).</p>Level 1 - Swim Lessons, Beginnershttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8904/2023-24-aquatics/level-1-swim-lessons-beginners2023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>These popular swim lessons based on the Olympic Style program provide the finest swim lesson your child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons. </p><p>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Open to any student age 5 to 17. </p><p>For those who cannot swim for 30 feet, or are nervous about going under water.</p>Level 3 - Swim Lessonshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8906/2023-24-aquatics/level-3-swim-lessons2023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>These popular swim lessons based on the Olympic Style program provides the finest swim lesson your child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Open to any student age 5 to 17.<br><br>For those who can do the front crawl for 30 feet with face in the water most of the time (breathing may be "up" instead of the side), and the back crawl for 30 feet (hips may be a bit low and arms a bit bent).</p>Fencinghttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9135/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/fencing2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join this fast-paced, inclusive (everyone participates) Olympic Sport. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches fencers new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly fencing games, and then encourages students to use those skills in fencing bouts (matches). All equipment provided.</p>Chess Clubhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9094/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/chess-club—12024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Whether you consider yourself a beginner or intermediate player, join Chess Club to learn the royal game! This is a fun time for new and experienced players to learn strategies with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. In between meetings, there are lots of tools to analyze and improve your game. Class fee includes online membership for the session.</p>Basketball Skills Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9134/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/basketball-skills-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a fun basketball camp that provides players with a well-rounded basketball experience covering a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. Players will be taught how to properly shoot, pass, dribble, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Camps end with scrimmages/games on the final day.</p>The Grunch: Summer Theater Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9086/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/the-grunch-summer-theater-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Come perform The Grunch, no experience needed. The Grunch tells the story of Rudy Grunch, a grumpy 6th grader who always feels like an outsider. When the entire school gets excited about the annual school musical, he comes up with a perfect plan to ruin it for everyone; he’ll steal the sets, costumes and lights the night before it opens. But will the spirit of theater prevail?</p><p><br>Auditions will be held for registered students the first day of class. Come excited and enthusiastic! Parts are available for all age groups and everyone will receive a part. Please note the performance time/date when you register. <em>This activity is partially supported by a generous donation. Financial assistance is also available through Richfield R.E.A.D.Y.</em></p><p><br>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Sewing for Fun!http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9092/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/sewing-for-fun2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Learning basic knowledge about sewing and create projects from scratch. We will be using hands and sewing machine techniques. All material included.</p><p>If you are signed up for the afternoon Etiquette Camp on the same day, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour (12-1pm) and brought to the camp. Please send them a bag lunch each day.</p>Special Machineshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9097/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/special-machines2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about programming and STEM concepts while building robotic and engineering models with a Harvard and European Union recognized program. In this camp we will build up to 8 different models. Students will develop logical thinking ability and will learn various engineering concepts like moon missions, radar sensors, gear transmissions and more.<br><br>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Ultimate Pokémon® STEAM Adventurehttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9102/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/ultimate-pokemon-steam-adventure2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>For all Pokémon® fans out there--have a blast this summer with the coolest Pokémon® camp ever! Engineer your very own Pokémon® light up card, create an amazing Pokémon® themed night lamp and many more STEAM activities. Don't forget to bring your Pokémon® cards so you can trade with friends at the end of each camp day!</p><p>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Tie Dye Partyhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9101/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/tie-dye-party2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This is NOT a project you want your kids doing at home! Send your kids to class to make a tie-dyed shirt that they will wear all summer long. Children must bring their own white t-shirt to class.</p>Scent-sational Arthttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9100/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/scent-sational-art2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Back by popular demand! Come for the pretty pineapple printmaking, but stay for the sweet citrus scent! In this class, we’ll draw, paint, sculpt and more, but we’ll do it all with a very special twist- these SCENT-SATIONAL works of art all smell as sweet as they look! Come learn the secret ingredients for sweet-smelling artwork as we create cute pointillism cupcakes, a field of tulips, and more. Yes, you read it all right- this class is full of scratch and sniff artwork that smells as sweet as it looks!</p>Art is Fun!http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9087/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/art-is-fun2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Explore your inner creativity! Make mosaics, paintings, drawings and clay projects in this fun hands-on art class! We will be using a wide variety of mediums and techniques to create unique masterpieces.</p>Etiquette Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9093/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/etiquette-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This camp will emphasize respect for others and will teach children manners and etiquette with fun, hands-on approach. Your child will learn social etiquette, proper introductions and fine dining skills.</p>Youth Self Defensehttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9132/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/youth-self-defense2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Every day over 160,000 children in America miss school out of fear of being intimidated by a bully, or by a threatening individual in their neighborhood. This class will empower youth ages 5 and older with non-aggressive skills and techniques to protect themselves from those who would attempt to do harm. This program also provides self-confidence, physical fitness, respect for authority, improved academic performance, and responsible citizenship. Come see for yourself how this class will have a profoundly positive and lasting impact upon your child.</p>Multi-Sport Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9098/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/multi-sport-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Enjoy fun skills training and games in three sports: Soccer, Basketball, and Flag Football. Athletes will spend roughly 1 hour learning and practicing each sport per day. Key sports skills will be taught and practiced in all 3 sports. Camp ends with games/scrimmages the final day for each sport, where athletes can showcase their skills. Campers should wear sunscreen, bring a water bottle and wear athletic shoes and clothing.</p><p>If you are signed up for both a morning and an afternoon enrichment class during this week, your child will be supervised over the lunch hour. Please send them with a bag lunch each day.</p>Home Alone Safety Dayhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9107/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/home-alone-safety-day2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Age 9-12</p><p>There is no magic age at which children develop the maturity and good sense needed to stay alone. Be prepared for your 9-12 year old to be home alone for short periods of time, before or after school or while you run errands. During this class, kids will make their own first-aid kits and learn basic first-aid techniques. We’ll discuss personal and home safety, internet safety, phone skills, fire safety, escape plans, what to do in severe weather, bike safety, snack ideas, appropriate activities and more! Each child will receive a multi-sport helmet, water bottle and backpack. Lunch will be provided. <em>This class is a partnership with Richfield Police, Richfield Fire, and Richfield Recreation Services.</em></p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Edad 9-12</em></p><p>Prepárate para estar solo/a en casa por periodos de tiempo cortos. Haz tu propio botiquín de primeros auxilios, aprende primeros auxilios básicos. ¡Conversa sobre la seguridad personal y del hogar, seguridad de internet, habilidades telefónicas, seguridad de fuego, plan de escape, que hacer en clima severo, seguridad en bicicleta, ideas de merienda, actividades apropiadas y más! Cada niño recibirá un casco multideportivo, una botella de agua y una mochila. Se proporcionará almuerzo. Esta clase es una asociación con la Policía de Richfield, los Bomberos de Richfield y los Servicios de Recreación de Richfield.</p>Child & Babysitting Safety Training - Entrenamiento de Seguridad de Niños/as & Niñeras/oshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9034/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/child-babysitting-safety-training-entrenamiento-de-seguridad-de-ninos-as-nineras-os2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Age 11 & up</p><p>Are you ready to learn skills and information that is necessary in caring for infants and children? In this American Health & Safety Institute accredited program, we teach the importance of responsibility, recognizing an emergency, action steps, personal safety, fire and water safety, infant/child basic care, and also, basic first aid & CPR. Please bring a snack, pen, paper and water bottle with beverage! </p><p><em style="background-color: initial;">Co-sponsored with the City of Richfield. </em></p><p>Edad: 11 en adelante</p><p>¿Está listo/a para aprender habilidades e información necesaria para el cuidado de infantes y niños? En este programa acreditado por el Instituto Americano de Salud y Seguridad, le enseñamos la importancia de la responsabilidad, a reconocer una emergencia, qué pasos tomar, seguridad personal, seguridad hídrica y contra incendios, cuidado básico de infantes y niños, además de primeros auxilios y reanimación cardiopulmonar. ¡Por favor traiga merienda, una pluma, papel y botella de agua!</p><p><em>Co-Patrocinado con la Ciudad de Richfield</em></p>Candy Labhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9099/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/candy-lab2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Create the sweetest memories this summer in this exhilarating STEAM camp! It’s time to have delicious fun as you discover the amazing science behind your favorite sweets as we mix up totally awesome sugary mixes and design packaging for your creations. Have a blast as we create tasty gummy bears, mix up yummy edible slime and so much more! As you do, learn about the science and chemistry of food as well as super interesting STEAM concepts.</p>Spartan Jr. Volleyball Clinichttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8884/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/spartan-jr-volleyball-clinic2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join Richfield High School volleyball coaches and players for a great time learning the basics of passing, setting and serving. We put the FUN in fundamentals! </p>Generation POUND®http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9038/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/generation-pound2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Generation POUND® is a youth-oriented program that fuses movement and music. By combining exercise and interactive activities, kids will learn new ways to explore movement, embrace creativity and ROCK OUT!</p><p>Generation POUND es un programa orientado a los jóvenes que fusiona movimiento y música. Al combinar ejercicio y actividades interactivas, los niños aprenderán nuevas formas de explorar el movimiento, valorar la creatividad y ¡BAILAR SIN PARA!</p>Track & Field Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9090/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/track-field-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>This camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track and field performance. We will practice in several areas including: Sprinting, javelin throwing, shotput, relay running, jumping and distance running. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. Please bring a water bottle and wear athletic shoes.</p>Driver Education- In Person Classeshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8911/2023-24-driver-education/driver-education-in-person-classes2023-08-09T00:00:00-05:00<p>Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for 50 years. Safeway's only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and Behind The Wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored for the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All Safeway's instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.<br><br>Class Instruction prepares the student to take the Minnesota permit test and begin the responsibility of driving. The 30 hours of classroom is structured into 10 independent lessons. If a student misses a lesson, they can make up that exact lesson number at the next session or at one of Safeway's other classroom locations. After class is completed, students who are 15 years old are eligible to take their permit test at any Minnesota exam center. The permit test is not provided during the class. This class is not designed for students over the age of 18, as their requirements are different to obtain a permit.<br></p><p>Behind The Wheel instruction includes six hours of driving in three, two-hour private lessons. All driving is done in a Safeway car on city streets, highways and freeways with a responsible, licensed Safeway instructor. Safeway recommends students take their first lesson 2-3 weeks after receiving their permit card and after 5 hours of practice driving. Students have one year after completing the classroom to finish their Behind The Wheel lessons. Scheduling is offered online for 24/7 convenience. All of Safeway's cars are white with identical graphics so parents and students are confident that it is a Safeway car picking up the student for a lesson. Students can get picked up for their Behind The Wheel lesson from home, school, or work.</p><p><br>Parent/Guardian involvement is required to produce safe, responsible teen drivers. It is critical that parents/guardians practice regularly with their student drivers. The state requires that students have a minimum of 50 hours of practice (15 hours at night). Parent classes are offered monthly at Safeway's nearby classrooms or via distance learning.</p><p><strong>How To Get Your Driver License (ages 15-17)</strong></p><p><em>Classroom Instruction</em>: at age 15, students are eligible to register and attend the classroom portion of the training program. Students must attend all 30 hours of the classroom training to be eligible for the next step of training.</p><p><em>Pass the Classroom Training:</em> After completing 30 hours of classroom, receive a blue card to be presented at the time of the permit test (must be registered for a Behind The Wheel program in order to receive the blue card). Those not registered for a Behind The Wheel program receive a letter of completion for future Behind The Wheel training.</p><p><em>Get Your Driving Permit: </em>Test is arranged independently at a Minnesota Drivers and Vehicle Services location. You will need the blue card, appropriate ID, social security number, corrective lenses (if needed), and test fee.</p><p><em>Schedule Behind The Wheel:</em> After receiving the permit, schedule six hours of Behind The Wheel by notifying Safeway Driving School to schedule your lessons.</p><p><em>Complete Behind The Wheel Instruction: </em>After completion of the required 6 hours, receive a white card necessary for the license test. </p><p><em>Practice Driving for 6 Months</em>. Minnesota law requires a student to have a permit for 6 months and maintain a driving log with a parent/guardian. The driving log must be submitted at the time of the road test. </p><p><em>Schedule the Road Test:</em> The road test needs to be scheduled at a Minnesota Drivers and Vehicle Services location. Students must be 16 years old to take the road test. On the day of your scheduled test, bring white card, proof of insurance, fee, permit, social security number and corrective lenses (if needed).</p>Jr Spartans Skills & Drills Basketball Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9046/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/jr-spartans-skills-drills-basketball-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join Richfield High School's Varsity Coach Omar McMillan to become a better player. Work on improving fundamental knowledge and skills while having fun, developing confidence and making memories.</p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/1000011/redactor/1675975735_49769.png"></p>Soccer Skills and Fundamentals with Coach Stanleyhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9125/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/soccer-skills-and-fundamentals-with-coach-stanley2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join our very own RPS staff, Coach Stanley & Coach Analy this summer to play Soccer. The student will improve on basic touches, dribbling, passing, awareness on the field, and shooting. We will also implement what is being taught in small fun, skill-based games to practice newly-learned skills. We are here to help build the soccer confidence your child needs.</p>Soccer Tykes Camphttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9039/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/soccer-tykes-camp2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all Preschool and Kindergartners for this introductory experience to the game of soccer. Key elements of dribbling, passing and shooting will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes and shin guards optional). Soccer balls are provided.</p>Preschool Adventureshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9033/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/preschool-adventures2024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>Age 3-5<br><br>Come Learn! Move! and Play- Indoors & Outdoors!<br><br>Register for one or many of these sessions taught by our very own early childhood instructor. Each session will focus on a different theme. Children must be toilet trained and be 3 years old before the class start date to participate. Pull-ups are not allowed.<br><strong><br>Creepy, Crawly Insects:</strong> Come learn about the cool world of insects as we learn about their jobs and hunt for their homes!<br><strong>Ocean Exploration:</strong> Come explore the world under water and learn about amazing ocean animals!<br><strong>Let's Go Camping:</strong> Come explore nature and what can be found there as we “camp out” in our classroom & outdoors!<br><strong>We Are the Champions!:</strong> Come learn about and try out summer sports as we compete in challenges and explore how to work as a team!</p>Olympic Style Swimming - Level 3http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9105/2023-24-aquatics/olympic-style-swimming-level-32024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The popular Olympic Style Swimming program provides the finest swimming lesson you child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Parents are encouraged to come and watch from the bleachers. Open to anyone age 5 to 17.<br><br>For those who can do the front crawl for 30 feet with face in the water most of the time (breathing may be "up" instead of the side), and the back crawl for 30 feet (hips may be a bit low and arms a bit bent).</p>Olympic Style Swimming - Level 1http://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/9103/2023-24-aquatics/olympic-style-swimming-level-12024-02-28T00:00:00-06:00<p>The popular Olympic Style Swimming program provides the finest swimming lesson you child will ever have! State-of-the-art techniques and concepts are featured in these lessons.<br><br>An excellent staff of instructors and assistants are at the core of our success. Parents are encouraged to come and watch from the bleachers. Open to anyone age 5 to 17.<br><br>For those who cannot swim for 30 feet, or are nervous about going under water.</p>Richfield Community Education Gift Certificate - Youth Programshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8915/winter-2024-youth-enrichment/richfield-community-education-gift-certificate-youth-programs2023-12-06T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">G</span></strong><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><strong>ive the gift of learning today!</strong><br></span><br>Plan to cross someone off your holiday shopping list. It’s a fact, experiences provide more joy than material objects. Give someone the special gift of learning. It’s personal, fun and easy.</p><p>Purchase a gift certificate for youth courses in the amount you choose. </p><p>Gift certificates will be sent by mail within seven business days. If you need to receive it sooner, please contact the Community Education office. Recipients must call the office at 612-243-3000 to redeem their certificate.</p>Richfield Marching Spartanshttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8981/spring-summer-2024-youth-enrichment/richfield-marching-spartans2023-12-06T00:00:00-06:00<p>2024 Richfield High School "Marching Spartans"</p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8C6YNfMK4c8?si=-5TYzgz38VD6H-1e" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p><em style="background-color: initial;"> </em></p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/1000011/redactor/1702061896_49769.png"></p><p>Richfield High School has had a tradition of excellence in Marching Band, every year since the school opened in 1954. We are excited to continue to build on that tradition this coming season. Rehearsals begin in March and the performance season begins when school concludes in June through July 4th. Performances include 8-10 competitive parades and special events throughout the State. Transportation, Instruction, Equipment, Instruments, Uniform and Accessories are all included with registration fee. Please reach out to RHS Band Director <a href="mailto:Chad.Armbruster@rpsmn.org">Chad.Armbruster@<wbr>rpsmn.org</wbr></a> with questions about the upcoming marching season. All 7-12 grade students are welcome and encouraged to participate as a member of the 2024 RHS Marching Spartans. Financial support for the participation fee is available by request to the director.</p><p><strong>MARCHING BAND OPEN HOUSE: Open to all students currently in grades 7-12. All students will learn more details about participating in the activity at either or both of these events:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Wednesday, February 28th, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. @ Richfield Middle School Band Room </li>
<li>Wednesday, March 6th, 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. @ Richfield High School Band Room</li>
</ul><p> If you are unable to attend one of the open house dates, but have questions, please reach out to the director. </p><p><br><strong>REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:</strong></p><p>Regular rehearsals begin Monday, March 18th @ RHS 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. and Wednesday, March 20th @ RHS 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. <br>A complete calendar of summer events can be found <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ITMeBWU8jrpVE4fIUPVKryFpDDkMFmix/view?usp=drive_link" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a>. Performances begin Mid-June and the season ends following performances on July 4th.</p><p>Registration is required prior to participation.</p><p>Director: Mr. Chad Armbruster <br><em><a href="mailto:Chad.Armbruster@rpsmn.org">Chad.Armbruster@rpsmn.org<br></a></em>612-798-6283</p>Richfield Community Education Gift Certificate - Driver Educationhttp://richfield.ce.eleyo.com/course/8935/2023-24-driver-education/richfield-community-education-gift-certificate-driver-education2023-07-01T00:00:00-05:00<p>Give the gift of experience. Gift certificate toward driver education courses in the amount you choose. </p><p>Gift certificates will be sent by mail within seven business days. If you need to receive it sooner, please contact the Community Education office. Recipients must call the office at 612-243-3000 to redeem their certificate.</p>