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4 Year OldsChildren will discover a world of learning and friendship in our preschool classroom.Category
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Waitlist55+ Driver Discount Program55+ Driver's SafetyThis course is not full; registration is open and must be completed with MN Highway Safety & Research Center online or by phone. Visit https://www.driverdiscountprogram.com to register online or call weekdays from 9 AM-3 PM at 320-308-1400 or toll free 888-234-1294. Willmar Community Education is not taking registrations for this course. Complete this course to get a 10% discount in your auto insurance premiums! Taught as a presentation from a certified instructor, you’ll discuss challenges we face as drivers, new road designs, vehicle technology, and updates on current laws. Best of all, there are no written or behind the wheel tests! Certificate will be provided at the end of class. The Driver Discount Program is a state approved accident prevention/insurance discount course that is open to the public; pre-registration is required. People ages 55 and older who complete the course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums. Participants must complete a 4 hour class every three years to maintain the discount.2025 Summer
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WaitlistAquaTotsSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 16-18, 20 and 23-26, 2025 Summer session #2: July 14-17 and 21-24, 2025 Summer session #3: July 28-31 and August 4-7, 2025 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Session 1 2:35-3:00 PM S25-SWIM-AQUATOT-1/2:35 Session 2 2:15-2:40 PM S25-SWIM-AQUATOT-2/2:15 Session 3 11:40 AM-12:05 PM S25-SWIM-AQUATOT-3/11:40 Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2025 Summer
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WaitlistBailey Builds Wood Mosaic WorkshopEnrichmentRegistration is not full, it must be done through Bailey Builds. Join us as we host this amazing class partnering with our Duluth friends at Bailey Builds! We supply you with everything you need and teach you step by step how to create your very own one of a kind mosaic! May 9: Awe & Wonder June 27: Valour August 15: Heritage Click HERE to register. Participants under 16 years old should enroll with a responsible adult.2025 Summer
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CPRHealth & WellnessIf you are looking to learn or recertify in CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and help someone who is choking, then this hands-on class is for you. Upon successful course completion, students will be certified through the American Heart Association in adult/child and infant CPR. Don't wait! Learning CPR today could save a life tomorrow!2025 Summer
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PopularCardette Summer PracticesEnrichmentInterested in joining the Cardette dance team for the 2025-2026 dance team season? Join them for their summer practice program where they will focus on strengthening and conditioning, learning and advancing skills and improving technique. This program is available to those who will be in 7th - 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year at Willmar Public Schools. For any questions please contact Coach Monica at willmardance@willmar.k12.mn.us2025 Summer
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Cardinal PlaceOur mission is to provide a safe, caring, and fun environment for children that meets social, physical, and emotional needs through a variety of experiences and activities. We will encourage children to make positive choices while promoting self-awareness, fostering creativity, and providing leadership opportunities. We offer homework help, crafts, activities, organized physical activities, outside time, social opportunities, computer lab, science experiments, cooking projects, and so much more! Once a month, we collaborate with 4-H/University of Minnesota Extension to offer a fun alternative to our regular programming. We are open holiday breaks, during late starts and early releases, and on days when school is cancelled. All non-school days must be registered for separately. Refunds will not be given for pre-registered non school days. Your child will need to bring a home lunch. Morning and afternoon snack is provided. School Year Pricing (Price based on number of days) 1 day/week 2 days/week 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week Morning $8.25 $16.50 $24.75 $33.00 $38.50 Afternoon $10.75 $21.50 $32.25 $43.00 $51.00 Non School Day $40.50 per day Drop in rate: $9.00 before school, $15.00 after school Summer Pricing (Price based on number of days) 1 day/week 2 days/week 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week Full Day Rate—$40.50/day Drop in rate: $45.00/day $40.50 $81.00 $121.50 $162.00 $202.50 Summer School Rate—$25/day $25.00 $50.00 $75.00 $100.00 **A membership fee of $25.00 needs to be submitted with your registration form to guarantee a spot in Cardinal Place. Cardinal Place will submit vouchers to Kandiyohi County if you qualify for assistance. County co-payments are due bi-weekly on Thursday of the current county billing period. You will be considered self pay until we receive your contract. Family HandbookChild Care Program
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PopularEmily Mathews (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Cardinal Place Field TripsYouth ProgramsChildren must be registered with Cardinal Place in order to attend any field trips. Movie Theater - Trolls Back Together $5.00 June 30th, 2025 Bus departs @ 9:30 am Minnesota Children's Museum - Group 1 & 2 $12.00 June 26th, 2025 Bus departs @ 7:30 am Bus will return @ 5:00 pm *School lunch will be provided Minnesota Science Museum - Group 3 and CIT's $12.00 June 26th, 2025 Bus departs @ 7:30 am Bus will return @ 5:00 pm *School lunch will be provided Redwood Falls Park and Zoo $5.00 July 8th, 2025 Bus departs @ 8:30 am *School lunch will be provided Movie Theater - Kung Fu Panda $5.00 July 28th, 2025 Bus departs @ 9:30 am The Fun Lab in Blaine $15.00 July 25th, 2025 Bus departs @ 7:30 am *School lunch will be provided Movie Theater - Despicable Me 4 $5.00 August 11th, 2025 Bus departs @ 9:30 am Artsy Fartsy - On Site $10.00 August 12th, 2025 Time TBD Como Zoo $12.00 August 20th, 2025 Bus departs @ 7:30 am *School lunch will be provided2025 Summer
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PopularAndreas Kontokanis (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Cardinal Place Summer ClassesYouth ProgramsThese classes are exclusively available to Cardinal Place students. All activities are free of charge. However, children must be registered at Cardinal Place in order to participate in the activities. Book Club - Thursdays *6/12/25 - 7/10/25 Simple Chapter Book 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Advanced Chapter Book 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM *7/17/25 - 8/21/25 Simple Chapter Book 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Advanced Chapter Book 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lego Club - Wednesdays *6/11/25 - 7/9/25 Beginners 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Intermediate 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM *7/16/25 - 8/13/25 Beginners 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Intermediate 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Chess Club - Tuesdays 6/10/25 - 8/12/25 Grades 1 - CIT's 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Coding Class - Mondays 6/23/25, 6/30/25, 7/7/25 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Makers Studio (Come Create) - Mondays 6/16/25 - 8/11/25 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Let's Make Some Snacks 6/16/2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (healthy snacks kids can make independently) Plant A Pot 6/17/25 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cookie Decorating 7/15/25 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM We will be making, baking and decorating roll out cookies. Scottish Shortbread 8/11/25 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM "Guid Mornin", "Hou ar ye", "Thenk ye" Let's learn some Scottish phrases and bake some Scottish Shortbread. Squeegee Painting 8/15/25 10:00 am - 11:00 am Beginner Skate Monday/Wednesday June 16th - July 30th Advanced Skate Tuesday/Thursday June 17th - July 31st2025 Summer
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Driver's EducationThese courses are not full, please click into the featured courses below for more information! To register for Behind The Wheel (BTW) with Willmar Community Education, students must have successfully completed 30 hours of Driver’s Education Classroom training. The Certificate of Completion from the classroom course must be provided at the Community Education office along with a $300 fee in order to register and receive a blue card. A blue card is required for students to take the permit test at the Driver’s License Exam Station. Once you receive a valid permit, please call Pam at 320-231-8492, ext. 6335 to schedule your six hours of BTW instruction. We strongly recommend students drive 5-10 hours with a parent/guardian before their first BTW driving session. BTW registration fee is non-refundable. BTW driving lessons must be completed within six months of receiving your blue card. Missed or cancelled driving lesson will incur a $50 fee and require rescheduling that driving lesson. Unused BTW driving lessons are non-transferable. We offer a driver training program approved by the State of Minnesota Department of Public Safety. Our instructor is a licensed school teacher with special certification in driver education from the state of Minnesota. At this time, scheduling preference is given to students who have taken their Driver’s Education Classroom training with Willmar Community Education or Willmar High School programs. How To Get Your Driver License (ages 15-17) Classroom Instruction: Students are eligible to register and attend the classroom portion of the training program. You must attend all 30 hours of the training to be eligible for the next step of training. The Blue Card: After completing 30 hours of classroom training, you will receive a certificate of completion that you must provide when registering for Behind the Wheel (BTW) instruction. You must be registered for a BTW program in order to receive the blue card. Get Your Driving Permit: Arrange for the permit test independently at a Minnesota Drivers and Vehicle Services location. You will need the blue card, appropriate ID, your social security number, corrective lenses (if needed), and payment for the permit test fee. Schedule BTW: Notify the Community Education office when you have received your permit. We will schedule six hours of BTW training when you are ready to begin. Complete BTW Instruction: BTW consists of one instructor and one or two students in a school district vehicle. After completion of the required six hours, you will receive a white card necessary for the license test. Practice: You will need to practice driving for six months. Minnesota law requires a student to have a permit for six months and maintain a driving log. The driving log must be submitted at the time of the road test. Road Test: Schedule the road test at a Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services location. Students must be 16 years old to take the road test. Bring your white card, driving log, proof of insurance, fee, permit, social security number, and corrective lenses (if needed).Category
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WaitlistDriver's Education: Behind the Wheel TrainingDriver's EducationRegistration is not full, it must be done in person at Jefferson Learning Center. Do not add yourself to the online waiting list, you must come to the Willmar Community Education office! About Driver's Education To register for Behind The Wheel (BTW) with Willmar Community Education, students must have successfully completed 30 hours of Driver’s Education Classroom training and provide the following information: legal name, date of birth, email address (not school or family member's account), and phone number. The Certificate of Completion from the classroom course must be provided at the Community Education office along with a $300 fee in order to register and receive an e-card. An e-card is required for students to take the permit test at the Driver’s License Exam Station. Upon passing the permit test, please call 320-231-8492, ext. 6335 to notify staff. BTW registration fee is non-refundable. BTW driving lessons must be completed within six months of receiving your blue card. Starting and ending location for driving lessons is at Jefferson Learning Center. Missed or cancelled driving lesson will incur a $50 fee and require rescheduling that driving lesson. Unused BTW driving lessons are non-transferable. We offer a driver training program approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. Our instructor is a licensed school teacher with special certification in driver education from the state of Minnesota. How To Get Your Driver License (ages 15-17) Classroom Instruction: Students are eligible to register and attend the classroom portion of the training program. You must attend all 30 hours of the training to be eligible for the next step of training. The Blue/E-Card: After completing 30 hours of classroom training, you will receive a certificate of completion that you must provide when registering for Behind the Wheel (BTW) instruction. You must be registered for a BTW program in order to receive the e-card. Get Your Driving Permit: Arrange for the permit test independently at a Minnesota Drivers and Vehicle Services location. You will need the blue card, appropriate ID, your social security number, corrective lenses (if needed), and payment for the permit test fee. Schedule BTW: After receiving your permit, schedule six hours of BTW training by notifying the Community Education office when you are ready to begin the training. Complete BTW Instruction: BTW consists of one instructor and one or two students in a school district vehicle. After completion of the required six hours, you will receive a white/e-card necessary for the license test. Practice: You will need to practice driving for six months. Minnesota law requires a student to have a permit for six months and maintain a driving log. The driving log must be submitted at the time of the road test. Road Test: Schedule the road test at a Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services location. Students must be 16 years old to take the road test. Bring your white/e-card, proof of insurance, fee, permit, social security number, and corrective lenses (if needed).2025 Summer
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WaitlistDriver's Education: Online ClassroomDriver's EducationThis course is not full; registration is open and must be completed at the link below. Visit MNDE.CruiseControlEducation.com to sign up Register as a new student, be sure to write down your email address and password Enter the requested information along with Coupon Code: willmar2025 Pay the $100 payment to complete your sign up Begin Online Course A+ Driving School offers an online class platform through Willmar Community Education for Minnesota students. Benefits are: Start classes anytime and take at your own pace Classes are available on-demand Free Study Guide to all students “Hands On” activities to reinforce information and get parents involved 24/7 Instructor Support Approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone. No refunds are available for this course.2025 Summer
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Early Childhood Family EducationEarly Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences that will nourish a lifetime of teachable moments. All ECFE classes are taught by licensed early childhood teachers and parent educators to provide the quality education parents are looking for. Together, parents and children, newborn to kindergarten age, participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills.Category
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F.R.E.D. Families Reading Every DayLooking for a fun family night? Come discover a world of learning and friendships during our FRED events. We will have guest readers reading our favorite stories and exploring activities around the stories.Category
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First AidHealth & WellnessWith the basic first aid you learn in this course, you could make a difference in the lives of others! This First Aid course uses Chain of Survival to teach the basics of first aid, including injury prevention and when to get help. Upon successful course completion, participants will receive First Aid certification through the American Heart Association.2025 Summer
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Flower Arranging with Seasonal BloomsEnrichmentJoin us for a fun, hands-on floral arrangement class where we will be working with a beautiful mix of seasonal flowers! Designed for all levels of flower lovers, this class is the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of fresh blooms. All materials will be provided, just come ready to have fun and get creative. In our June class we will be working with a lovely mix of mid to late spring flowers! Expect to see favorites like peonies, mini sunflowers, daisies, stock, snapdragons and more. July's class will feature a beautiful arrangement using the season's most abundant summer flowers! You can anticipate using asters, strawflowers, zinnias, snapdragons, bee balm, scabiosa and much more. This session will focus on creating a whimsical, carefree design with a more natural feel. August is such a fun month! We get to enjoy the best of both worlds - lush summer flowers and the first blooms of fall. This class will feature plenty of dahlias, along with zinnia, hydrangeas, sunflowers, scabiosa and more.2025 Summer
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Flower Farm Guided TourEnrichmentJoin us for a farmer guided tour of over 2 acres of flower gardens! Please dress appropriately for an outdoor experience and wear shoes comfortable for walking in the gardens. All ages are welcome. June 6: Hope Blooms Peony Farm, Grove City July 18: Rustic Designs Flower Farm, Blegrade Need a ride? Adults may register for the option with transportation here: https://tce.me/j0fOSX2025 Summer