Cardinal Kids Preschool is an exciting program for children who are 4 years old by September 1st of the school year for which they are registering. The preschool program follows the regular school calendar.
Cardinal Place is the before/after school program located within the Willmar Public Schools. We currently have three sites – at Kennedy Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School, and Lakeland Elementary School.
Promoting families healthy growth and development through education, support and community building.
School Readiness preschool is a program for families with children 3 to 5 years old. Parents do not attend class with their child. However, they are required to be involved with the program. Many opportunities are available for families.
Become certified with the American Red Cross.
Willmar Community Education offers private or semi-private swimming instruction for all ages and ability levels. These lessons are 25 minutes in length and geared toward specific goals of each student.
Willmar Community Education swim lesson curriculum.
These classes are for children who are 4 by September 1, 2017
F.R.E.D. Families Reading Every Day. Children will discover a world of learning and friendship in our preschool classroom.
These classes are geared for parents and children under the age of 1.
These classes are for families with children from birth to pre-kindergarten.
In-person or online classes for parents.
Time to join other families for a special day far or near.
A Saturday morning of fun for children up to age 6 and their parents.
Option 1: Rivertown Fall Art Festival, Fall Colors, and Shopping with lunch on your own and NO cruise
The Rivertown Fall Art Festival is located in beautiful historic downtown Stillwater, MN along the scenic St. Croix River, a stunning fall backdrop to showcase art! This event also offers a beer & wine tent, a variety of food selections, live music and entertainment. The Art Festival is just steps away from a bustling main street that features art shops & galleries, boutiques and every flavor of restaurant. The Art Festival showcases specialty hand-crafted items, including artist mediums of all kinds: ceramics, clay, culinary arts, drawing, fiber work, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, pottery, wood and an others category.
Option 2: St. Croix River Cruise with lunch, Rivertown Fall Art Festival, Fall Colors, and Shopping
Interested in viewing the scenic St. Croix by boat? Join us for a cruise down the St. Croix with a lunch buffet. Cash bar on board.
Walking is required. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. All participants who register through Willmar Community Education will ride on a coach bus that departs at 6:30 AM from the Willmar Middle School. Bus schedule may change depending on number of buses needed.
No cancellations or refunds after September 19. Registration full? Please use the waiting list!