Delano Community Education - Youth Enrichmenthttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-28T13:09:07-05:00Code Championship Tournament Series | Virtual Computer Coding Competitionhttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1450/2024-winter-spring/code-championship-tournament-series-virtual-computer-coding-competition2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>>Students in grades 3 - 9</strong></p><p>Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! 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. The Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments 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.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Please visit this site for more information about the Code Championship program</span>: <a href="https://www.codechampionship.com/gallery/">https://www.codechampionship.com/gallery/</a>. </p><p>Code Championship Staff</p><p>4 Saturdays, April 27, May 4, 11, and 18</p><hr>
<p>Program Prerequisites: Students must be able to use a keyboard and mouse to operate a computer, follow two-step directions, and verbally communicate with adults and peers.</p>Paint With Me Sessions: Flower Triohttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1459/2024-winter-spring/paint-with-me-sessions-flower-trio2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>Ages 4+ ( with Parent/Guardian)</strong></p><p>Spring is in the air. Let’s make some cute flowers that will always be in bloom. Together you and your child will make a trio of flowers to add to your home decor. </p><p>Studio 527 Staff</p><p><strong></strong></p><p>Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, hold and use a paintbrush, verbally communicate with peers and instructors, and collaborate with their peers.</p>Science Explorers’ Wizard Schoolhttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1448/2024-winter-spring/science-explorers-wizard-school2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>Grades 2-6</strong></p><p>Join Science Explorers as we investigate a wizard’s laboratory. You will become an apprentice as you learn the science behind the magic. Explore the secret world of alchemy as you create scientific potions, harness electricity to build your own wand, and more in this fun, hands-on imaginative class.</p><p>Science Explorers Staff</p><hr><p><em>Program Prerequisites:</em>Basic Skills: deductive skills, able to follow verbal directions, ability to work on their own, large motor skills, fine motor skills, ability to build simple projects on their own, willingness to clean up after experiments.</p>Tiger Paint Clubhttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1449/2024-winter-spring/tiger-paint-club2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>> Grades K - 6</strong></p><p>The Tiger Paint Club will have an open studio-type setting where kids can come and just free paint. Joining the Tiger Paint club will allow young artists to express themselves however they want on their canvas with an experienced artist’s guidance! All supplies provided. <strong>Bring an after-school snack and a paint shirt or dress for a m</strong><strong>ess!</strong></p><p>Tamra Kowalski</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to hold a paintbrush and other similar utensils, follow two-step instructions, communicate with peers and instructors, and work independently or with a group.</em></p>Orange Crush Robotics #3026http://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1467/2024-winter-spring/orange-crush-robotics-30262023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<h5>>Grades 7 - 12</h5><p>Be a part of the fastest-growing extracurricular activity in Minnesota! Delano Orange Crush Robotics is looking for students grades 7-12 with a passion for engineering, building, programming, business, or marketing to be a part of our championship team. While the team meets year-round, the build and competition season takes place from January to April. A more serious time commitment, including some travel to various competitions, is required of team members during this part of the season.</p><h4></h4><p>For more information about the Orange Crush Robotics program, please contact Robotics Team Mentor Ross Anderson at <a href="mailto:ocr3026@delanoschools.org">ocr3026@delanoschools.org</a> or stop by for one of our Tuesday night practices, at 7:00 pm in the PLTW room (DHS Room #408).</p><hr><p><em><strong>Program Prerequisites: </strong>Participants must have the ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborate with team members from diverse backgrounds, and verbally communicate with peers and instructors to effectively convey ideas, give and receive feedback, and coordinate tasks within the team. Participants must be able to hold and manipulate tools in a safe manner and have a basic understanding of computer systems used in various aspects of the program.</em></p><h3></h3>SafeKids: Preparing Kids to Stay Safe at Home & in the Communityhttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1468/2024-winter-spring/safekids-preparing-kids-to-stay-safe-at-home-in-the-community2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>> Grades 2 - 6</strong></p><p>Does your child want to stay home alone after school? Get your children trained with SafeKids 101, and both of you will feel more confident about their safety at home and in the community. This program is chock-full of important safety principles. This program teaches what all parents want their children to know about safety!</p><p>Course highlights include</p><ul> <li>Staying home alone</li>
<li>Answering the door or the telephone</li>
<li>Basic First Aid: burns, wounds & bandaging, poisonings, and choking emergencies</li>
<li>Storm and fire emergency training</li>
<li>Dog emergencies: four steps to staying safe</li>
<li>Stranger danger: straight talk with honest answers</li>
<li>Fun, safe activities to do while home alone</li>
<li>Create fun, healthy - safe snacks! (Please indicate any food allergies at registration) </li>
</ul><p>Shelly Nahan</p><p><br>Please note that some information covered in this class may not be appropriate for younger children depending on their development. Questions about this, please contact Chris Runke at 763-972-3365 ext. 1202</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Please note that some information covered in this class may not be appropriate for younger children depending on their development. Questions about this, please contact Chris Runke at 763-972-3365 ext. 1202</span></p><hr><p><em><strong>Program Prerequisites:</strong> Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, verbally communicate with peers and instructors, and be able to collaborate with their peers.</em></p><hr>Paint With Me Sessions: Ceramic Rainbootshttp://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1458/2024-winter-spring/paint-with-me-sessions-ceramic-rainboots2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>Ages 4+ ( with Parent/Guardian)</strong></p><p>It’s April showers, so you will need some cute rainboots. During this workshop, you and your child will paint a fun boot for the spring season. We will finish it up by filling the boot with flower seeds that will grow for the season. </p><p>Studio 527 Staff</p><p><strong></strong></p><p>Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, hold and use a paintbrush, verbally communicate with peers and instructors, and collaborate with their peers.</p>Child & Babysitting Safety (CABS)http://delano.ce.eleyo.com/course/1447/2024-winter-spring/child-babysitting-safety-cabs2023-12-11T06:00:00-06:00<p><strong>> boys & girls, ages 11+</strong></p><p>This American Safety & Health Institute training program is designed to engage and inform aspiring babysitters. It gives 11 - 14-year-old boys and girls everything they need to know, from getting started to dealing with parents and children to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips.</p><p>Course highlights include:</p><ul>
<li>Fundamental information about babysitting & creating your business</li>
<li>Leadership: You’re in charge, but not the parent</li>
<li>Basic Caregiving Skills: Feeding, diapering, holding, safe sleep practices</li>
<li>Play Time: Keeping children entertained and active </li>
<li>Safety and Injury Prevention: Phone safety, SIDs awareness, environmental, weather, and preventable hazards</li>
<li>First Aid/CPR: Recognizing an emergency, caring for an ill or injured victim, wounds & burn care, choking & CPR</li>
<li>Students should bring a pen, notebook, snacks, and a beverage to class.</li>
</ul><p>Shelly Nahan</p><hr>