Kid's College & Youth Programs

 

Children’s Classes Galore at Duck Soup!!!
Once again, Community Education has teamed up with Fairmont’s Duck Soup toy store, to offer a summer-long series of fun!  We are putting the finishing touches on daytime, evening, and weekend classes designed to inspire your child’s imagination and creativity (and sometimes – yours too!).  We’re adding new classes all the time so check back frequently.

Bubbles, Bubbles, Toils & Troubles - Ages 5 & up        June 13
Funny Face - Ages 5 & up                                          June 27
Hot Lips - Ages 7 & up                                               July 9
Tooth Fairy Boxes - Ages 5 & up                                July 11
Junk Art Artist - Ages 5 & up                                      July 16
Seed Project - Ages 7 & up                                        July 23
For the Birds - Ages 5 & up                                        July 25
Surf's Up - Ages 5 & up                                              Aug. 1
Clay Day - Ages 5 & up                                              Aug. 8
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ACT Test Preparation
High School Juniors and Seniors: don’t let the ACT test intimidate you! This course is designed to teach the reading, English, science, math and writing skills you will need to do well on your ACT test. Test-taking skills will be emphasized. Whether you are trying to achieve the PROMISE Scholarship, applying for competitive college programs, or to maximize your potential and opportunities – this course is a must.   Register for with this proven course featuring Kaplan materials and certified instructors.  Cost includes all books & materials.  First class session will include an exam, please bring #2 pencils and calculator.  Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required.  *First Class is on SATURDAY, June 14, 8am-noon (with 3 additional Saturdays – dates to be announced).

12 Days                                                                $295
Mondays, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm*                                June 14 – August 5*
CWE #111                                                            TBD
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We Sign Together (6 months – 5 years)
You and your child will have fun as your youngster learns to communicate with basic sign language.  You will do fun activities, sign from books, and do songs while you are learning to use sign language – together!  Registration covers one adult and one child.

6 Evenings                                                            $29
Thursdays, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm                               June 12 – July 17
White School, Lower Level                                     St. Martin
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Kids Sign (6 – 12 years)
Your child will love learning the expressive, rich communication of sign language.  By focusing on kid-oriented activities, songs and games, your child will learn to develop his or her skills while having fun with friends in this exciting workshop!

6 Evenings                                                           $29
Thursdays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm                              June 12 – July 17
White School, Lower Level                                    St. Martin
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Scrapbooking for Kids
This class is geared towards getting youngsters involved in the hobby of scrapbooking.  Targeted for 8-12 year olds, this class will teach what tools and supplies are needed to get started.  Participants will start a Summer-themed scrapbook they can add to all summer.  Pre-registration is required.  All materials are provided.
Rescheduled from June 14 to July 26

1 Day                                                                   $20
Saturday, 10:00 am – 12 noon                               July 26
CWE #111                                                           Cooper
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Youth Drawing Workshop
This one-week workshop is designed to introduce beginning techniques in drawing.  Students will gain experience in quick gesture sketches, finished still-life renditions in graphite, colored pencil and mixed media, and end with creative interpretations.  Students will need to bring the following supplies to the first class:  one sketch book, 11 in. X 14 in. or larger; graphite pencils; at least 3 colored pencils; and an eraser.  Any other supplies needed for the class will be furnished by the instructor.  Youth 12 and older welcome.

5 Sessions                                                           $29
Monday-Friday; 10 am – 12 noon                            June 23 – 27
CWE # 113                                                           Warnes
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Day at the Fort (Grades 1 – 4)
Spend the day inside Prickett’s Fort and learn about what life was like for settlers in 1774.  Students will get to work hands-on with the fort interpreters to make baskets, hand dip candles and other activities that they would have experienced as early pioneers.  Kids have fun learning about farm animals and life in the frontier militia.  Enjoy a hike through the park while learning about the birds, animals and plants of the 18^th century.  Lunch provided.

1 Day                                                                  $35
Saturday, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm                      July 26
Prickett’s Fort State Park 
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High School Themed Scrapbooks
Geared for teens, this class will teach how to preserve your high school photos, memories and memorabilia by showcasing your school colors and mascot.  You’ll also learn ways to record the extracurricular activities that you participate in.  Bring the album of your choice – everything else will be provided.

2 Sessions                                                            $29
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm                         August 12 – 14
CWE #111                                                            Cooper
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Kindermusik
Come enjoy our one-room schoolhouse approach to music!!! With older children ready to show the little ones how it's done and the younger ones eager to learn, Family Time becomes a multi-layered learning environment. Each week, our Kindermusik Educator will introduce basic musical concepts and then give you the instruments, and the opportunity to put those concepts into play.  In this special place for musical, social and emotional learning, your children will strengthen their ties with each other and with you!  Class is designed for parent(s) and children 6 months to 5 years.

10 Days $149 / 1 child; $50 additional children
Multiple sections are available, call 367-4913 for details. 

Imagination Vacation – Youth Arts Camp (4 to 10 years)
Back by popular demand!  Your child will enjoy this fine arts based, fast-paced trip around the world.  From Visual Arts, including sculpting, painting, drawing, and photography; to the Performing Arts featuring music, dance and theatre; your child will learn about the world of art through a truly unique and rewarding experience.  A fun filled program and art exhibit will be held on the last day of camp!  (Parents need to pack a sack lunch.)

1 Week                                                                $150
Mon.-Fri., 9:00 am-4:00 pm                                    July 28 – Aug 1
FSU Campus
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Summer Athletic Camps (For more information, contact 367-4220 or www.fightingfalcons.com.)
Softball (Grades 8 – 12)                            June 8 – 11, 9a – noon $90
Boy’s Basketball (Grades 4 – 12)              June 9 – 12, 9a – noon $90
DIME Girl’s Basketball (Grades 4 – 12)      June 9 – 12, 5:30p – 9:30p $90
“Biddy Ball” Basketball (Grades K – 3)       June 16 – 19, 9a – noon $60
Tennis (10 – 18 Years)                             June 23 – 27, 9a – noon $75
Girl’s Volleyball (Grades 5 – 8)                  July 7 – 10, 9a – noon  $90
Girl’s Volleyball (Grades 9 – 12)                July 7 – 10, 1p – 4p  $90
Football (8 – 18 Years)                             July 21 – 23, 8a – noon $90
Early-bird registration discounts apply.
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Swimming Lessons
For information about registering for swimming lessons, pool parties or FSU Summer Day Camp offered through the Falcon Center, please call 304.368.7223 or click here.

Kid’s in the Kitchen (See Cooking Courses)
Youth Guitar (See Personal Enrichment)

Children Are Welcome in almost all Community Education courses when registered
with an adult.

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