New Prague Area Community Education

Do you like to draw? Have you ever wanted to learn how large pieces of sidewalk chalk art are created? Or want to learn a new and upcoming medium in the art world? This camp will teach you the basic to get you started on this diverse, exciting art form. Come prepared to get dirty as we create chalk art. Participants will learn new techniques, learn to use the gridding system, and will create a large piece of their choice to take home. Participants will be provided with a box of chalk that professional chalk artists use.

Youth Entering Grades 5th & 6th in Fall 2024 Join your friends as we take the game of football one step further for this age group by putting on the pads and playing teams in other communities. This is a program where participants learn and practice the fundamentals of football as they experience the New Prague Trojan Football team concepts, tradition and drills. All necessary safety equipment (helmet, pads, etc.) is provided for each player. Baseball or soccer cleats are recommended. Practice and game schedules will be provided around August 10th. It is expected to follow the schedule below. (Schedule is subject to change and any changes would be provided to families) Practices Begin the week of August 12th Held three (3) days per week the last couple of weeks of summer Held two (2) days per week between during school on average run 1.5 hours in length start times between 5:30 & 6:00pm Games Begin the week of August 26th Held on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays Part of the Southwest Metro Football League- playing local communities such as Prior Lake, Waconia, Eden Prairie and others Register by July 15th, 2024. After this date your registration may be placed on a waiting list until we can be sure we have enough equipment and coaches.

Youth Entering Grades 7th & 8th in Fall 2024 New Prague Youth Football will take on some changes this fall as we continue to grow all levels of New Prague Football. This upcoming fall, our 7th and 8th grade levels will enter The Southwest Metro Football League in which we will compete with and play games against surrounding communities. This is a great opportunity for our program and an adjustment that we are excited about rolling out in 2023! Practice and game schedules will be provided around August 10th. It is expected to follow the schedule below. (Schedule is subject to change and any changes would be provided to families) Practices Begin the week of August 12th Held three- four days per week on average run 1.5 hours in length start times between 5:30 & 6:00pm Games Begin the week of August 26th Held on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays Part of the Southwest Metro Football League- playing local communities such as Prior Lake, Waconia, Eden Prairie and others Register by July 15th, 2024.. After this date your registration may be placed on a waiting list until we can be sure we have enough equipment and coaches.

Entering 7th & 8th grade in 2024 Join district coaches for a program designed to improve your sport performance. Experience a comprehensive and systematic approach to addressing vital components involved in achieving optimal athletic performance. The primary goal of the program is to develop a foundation for future athletic performance. We accomplish this by: Introducing and developing ground based and multi-joint movement patterns. Focusing on technique and skill development Use of developmentally appropriate loads A gradual addition of primary and auxiliary lifts Focusing on the creation of well-rounded athletes This program is designed to improve overall athletic ability and to lay a foundation for future athletic endeavors. All 7th and 8th grade athletes interested in improving their overall athletic performance are highly encouraged to attend. The coach for this program was part of the budget cuts and the program was turned over to our varsity football coach, Coach Norby. Coach Norby, wanting this program to be beneficial and successful for those who are participating; sat down and took all of the programming he runs and created a strength and conditioning program that would best benefit the kids who are participating but also allow for him and his coaches to provide the best of themselves to the program. Current Sessions New Sessions 8-8:55 10:00-11:00 9-9:55 10:45-11:45 10-10:55 Current dates New Dates June 4,6,25,27 May 28,30 July 9,11,16,18,23,25,30 June 4,6,11,18,20,25,27 July 9,11,16,18,23,25

Advantage Educational Programs gives students the option of preparing for the ACT exam in three different ways: the In-School ACT Preparatory Course, Virtual ACT Preparatory Course or the Online ACT Preparatory Course. Courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have taken the exam and aren't satisfied with their results. Virtual ACT Prep Course This course is designed for students who prefer to prep for the ACT in a virtual classroom. Four, three-hour classes are taught live via Zoom by an Advantage instructor. Internet connection and a tablet or computer is required. Fee for this course is $180. Self-Paced ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and study at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. The fee for this course is $80. Repeating ACT Preparatory Course To repeat the ACT Prep Course at no charge, you will need to be registered in the online course. To register, go to www.AdvantagePrep.net; click on “Registrations” on the top bar, and click on “Repeat Students Registration Form”

Advantage Educational Programs gives students the option of preparing for the ACT exam in three different ways: the In-School ACT Preparatory Course, Virtual ACT Preparatory Course or the Online ACT Preparatory Course. Courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have taken the exam and aren't satisfied with their results. In-School ACT Preparatory Course This course consists of four, three-hour classes that meet one day each week at one of our many school locations. The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, and math strategies and review. Students enrolled in these classes not only benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors, but also have free access to our online course. The fee for this course is $180, with all class materials included. Virtual ACT Prep Course This course is designed for students who prefer to prep for the ACT in a virtual classroom. Four, three-hour classes are taught live via Zoom by an Advantage instructor. Internet connection and a tablet or computer is required. Fee for this course is $180. Self-Paced ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and study at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. The fee for this course is $80. Repeating ACT Preparatory Course To repeat the ACT Prep Course at no charge, you will need to be registered in the online course. To register, go to www.AdvantagePrep.net; click on “Registrations” on the top bar, and click on “Repeat Students Registration Form”

Adults of all ages Join us to play pickup soccer in a fun and relaxed environment! Teams are formed each week with no long term commitment to a league. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this is a welcoming space for adults of all skill levels to stay active and make new friends while enjoying the game of soccer!

Do you have a sewing machine that you would like to use but are not sure how? Do you know a child who is interested in learning how to sew? Anne will discuss sewing machine basics like winding bobbins, changing needles, threading the machine, and more. She will also supply you with fabric and help you sew a pillow cover to take home! Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring the following to class: Sewing machine with manual, thread and 45 mm rotary cutter.

This is a great way to jump start the 5th grade band experience. During Band Jump Start, incoming 5th grade band students will learn how to put together and take apart their instrument safely, how to produce their first musical sound on their instrument, and how to read music. By the end of the week, students will be able to play their first song! While participation is not required, all incoming 5th grade band instrumentalists are encouraged to attend. Tentative Schedule (Please note: Due to enrollment, changes and/or cancellations may be made to this schedule. You will be contacted by phone if such changes need to be made.) 9-9:30 Flute/Oboe 9:30-10 Clarinet 10-10:30 Saxophone 10:30-11 Trumpet/Horn 11-11:30 Trombone 11:30-noon Baritone/Tuba Noon-12:30 Percussion

Are you interested in learning about archery in the schools or learning more about archery? The NP Archery Club invites you to join coaches and veteran students in learning the basics of shooting and safety while you practice your new skills and play games. This is designed for students who are interested in archery, have never been a member of the New Prague Archery Club or have been a member for fewer than two years. Equipment provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes and bring a water bottle.

Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn step-by-step how to: Start a FREE blog with WordPress Choose a blog template Emphasize your blog content with a creative name Use your unique voice to share your expertise Connect your domain/website You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking.

ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: Register for a FREE ChatGPT account Input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses Build creative content, from stories to marketing copy Determine its capabilities and limitations Understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! No prior AI experience required.

Do you need to brush up on your driving skills before you take your driving test? We can help! This is a one-hour session (one month prior to your test) to help you gain your confidence. Register with Community Education and our instructor will call you to make arrangements for your session.