Hibbing Public Schools Community Ed

College for Kids is a one week summer program for ages 4 - 14 taking place at Minnesota North Hibbing campus in July. This program will include hands-on classes in performing arts, visual arts, science, technology, recreation, crafts, and other fun activities. Students will be able to select and attend three classes at 9, 10, and 11 A.M. Class brochures will be made available online and registration will open June 16 at 6AM. August 4- 8 will be a week you will not want to miss! Sections will be $35 each. No refunds issued after July 1st. Camp T-Shirts will be made available for $15. You will select this as a Class Add-On. Questions, please contact Alex Hanson, alexandra.hanson@isd701.org Please pack a snack and a water bottle. You must have 3 classes at each time for a complete registration. Classes with a - 1 are 9:00 classes. Classes with a - 2 are 10:00 classes. Classes with a - 3 are 11:00 classes. When you check out, you should have a class number 1, 2, and 3 in your cart for ALL time slots! Orion Martial Arts Each individual student has their own experience that takes personal perseverance in reaching goals. Tang Soo Do provides better health for the body and mind. It instills the skills to complete goals, understand self-awareness and self control, and become more confident. Disc Golf Disc golf is a sport for all ages! Disc golf offers excellent competition, but also individual growth mentally and physically. Students will be taught rules and etiquette, about equipment, basics, putting, backhand and sidearm driving, and scoring. Discs will be provided, but feel free to bring your own equipment. College for Kids Soccer Camp Risk free class to learn the basics of soccer! Fundamentals and fun are what this class is all about! Get up and moving with a mini-soccer camp with College for Kids this summer! College for Kids Basketball Camp Dribble up and join us for the fundamentals of basketball. Campers will be taught basic techniques of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense, all while having fun! Packed with competitions and ending with an awards ceremony, this will be a basketball opportunity you don't want to miss! Dreamcatcher Workshop Students will develop craft making skills creating their own dreamcatcher, as well as the history and significance of the dreamcatcher. Students will gain cultural knowledge and learn the Legend Story and Ojibwe Language surrounding their dreamcatcher. Native American Beadwork Native American Beadwork recommended for grades 4 and up. During this class we will learn the importance of patience, and indigenous lessons, along with a beading project of your choice. Beadwork takes determination but the outcome is rewarding. A Week With Roald Dahl Spend the week exploring the magical worlds that Dahl has created over the years. Each day you will focus on a new book, complete with book inspired activities, crafts, writing, and more! From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, to Matilda, to James and the Giant Peach. Let's Dance! Join me for an exciting week of dance, exploring your artistic expression through rhythm and movement! We will delve into a few different styles (i.e., jazz, modern, hip hop), dancing to fun musical selections that are current yet kid-friendly. Beginners and those experienced in dance are welcome! Please come dressed in movement-friendly clothing. Hands-On Science! Come and learn all about science and apply it to everyday life! We'll discover the science of motion, temperature, states of matter, and so much more! Fun, hands-on experiments for each day! Space Camp 3, 2, 1 …Blast Off! Learn about space while building your own rocket! Students will construct a working model of a rocket from ordinary materials. We will also try some fun spacey activities in the planetarium dome. An experience that is out of this world! Rockets will be launched on the last day of class, weather permitting. Games of Strategy and Chance Ever wondered the secret behind winning a game of checkers? Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess? This class is the class for you! Together we will explore classic board games, card games, and explore strategies to these games. College for Kids Volleyball Camp Volleyball skills, drills, and techniques will highlight this College for Kids class. Learn the basics or improve upon skills you already have; learn alongside friends, help teach friends, and make friends. This class will be a bumping good time! Art is FUN! Do you love creating art? This class is for you! Each day will bring a new and exciting craft for you to make and take home. From cloud foam to anti-gracity galaxy jars to painting, you're bound to have a good time making long-lasting arts and crafts. Lego Robotics Are you up for a challenge? Learn how to code a robot to move around the competition mat and to manipulate various obstacles. You will need to build, rethink, and rebuild time and time again. This is a fun, mini session of our regular season competition. Kids will also get to compete against one another to complete the most obstacles the fastest! Minnesota Animals Students will get the opportunity to learn facts about a variety of animals that call Minnesota home including beaver, otter, coyote, fox, bear, etc. This course will focus on anatomy, track identification, what each species eats, where they live and other characteristics that make each animal unique or similar. Hands on activities include getting to handle and observe real animal pelts, bones and teeth. Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Spend the week being a newspaper reporter - learn how to investigate and write news stories. At the end of the class, students will publish a newspaper. Outdoor Games Enjoy this laid-back class learning how to play all sorts of outdoor games from Bags, to Ladder Ball, and many more! Pottery Intro to ceramic's hand building. Students will explore slab and coil construction, making simple forms. Helping fire kiln, studio work and glazing will be done. Students will each have projects to take home at the end. No-Sew Sew Did you know you can make projects that look like they were sewn by using common tools most homes have? Well come see how to make cute, useful items without a sewing machine! See you there! Photography Class *Bring your own device - iPad, phone, etc.* Jump into the world of photography and learn the art behind the beauty! Led by local photographer Emily Law, this is a class you won't want to miss! Cheerleading A fun class will teach the basics of cheerleading, sportsmanship, and how to work together as a team. During this class you’ll learn two cheers and a short dance and you’ll preform at the end of the week. You’ll also have an opportunity to decorate a shirt and a bow to wear during the end of week performance. Intro to ASL Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Now is the perfect time to step right into learning American Sign Language. Find the fun of a new language while learning the basics of the language. Pickleball Have fun with friends learning the basics of the fastest growing sport. Pickleball combines tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The focus is strategy and patience, not just speed. Jewelry Making Jewelry making is a rewarding and creative craft that allows you to design and create beautiful wearable pieces. Create neckles, bracelets, anklets, and hair jewelry with a variety of materials. Preschool & Kindergarten Session Students will get the chance to explore art, science and nature! Each day students will be able to investigate new art mediums, observe and conduct science experiments and learn new ways to use nature in their work and play!

Pre-K to 3rd Grade Flag Football (Open to all area schools - private & public) This program is open to boys and girls from across the Iron Range. It is a 6 week youth football program led by Head Coach Matt Anderson. This program is designed for young athletes who want to develop their football skills in a fun, positive environment. Season August 18th - September 23rd, 2025 Kids will need tennis shoes or rubber cleats. Footballs, flags and mouth guards will be provided. Registration Groups are: Pre-K (3&4 year olds) practices @ Cheever field (upper field) download Team Reach app and enter code HibFlagPre0 K & 1st grade (5 - 7 year olds) practices @ Cheever field (upper field) download Team Reach app and enter code HibFlagK-1 2nd & 3rd (8 - 9 year olds) practices @ Cheever field; download Team Reach app and enter code HibFlag2-3 Boys & Girls 4th Grade Tackle Football (Open to Hibbing / Chisholm public & private schools) Open to both boys and girls entering 4th-6th grade! August - October 2025 - Exact dates TBD, Games are Tuesday's & Thursday's Join our travel tackle football team, led by Head Coach Matt Anderson, competing against surrounding schools as a part of the Grand Rapids Pony League. This league is designed for young athletes who want to develop their football skills and bring their game to the next level. Some travel for games is required. Tackle equipment is supplied Not Provided, but required: Football cleats and fitted mouthguard Optional Gear: Football gloves Registration Groups: 4th grade (10 - 11 year olds) practices @ Lincoln Middle School Fields; download the Team Reach app and enter code HibFB4th Boys & Girls 5th & 6th Grade Tackle Football (Open to Hibbing / Chisholm public & private schools) Open to both boys and girls entering 5th-6th grade! Join our travel tackle football team, led by Head Coach Matt Anderson, competing against surrounding schools as a part of the Duluth Travel League. This league is designed for young athletes who want to develop their football skills and bring their game to the next level. Some travel for games is required. August - October 2025 - Exact dates TBD, Practices Mon - Fri & Games are held on Saturday's Tackle equipment is supplied Not Provided, but required: Football cleats and fitted mouthguard Optional Gear: Football gloves Practices @ Lincoln Middle School Fields & Home Games @ Cheever Field; download the Team Reach app and enter code HibFB5-6 The varsity football players will be involved with teaching skills and technique to players, and will also be involved with coaching and refereeing games. Scholarships are available for those in need ages Pre-k to 6th grade. It is the philosophy or Hibbing Youth Football that no child should be left out of participating in football due to financial issues. Program Coordinator, coaches & paid referees needed. All coaches will be required to become USA Football certified to ensure safety. Please indicate your interest when registering. For registration questions, please contact Hibbing Community Education at (218) 208-0852.

Welcome to the National Karate Schools! Get in shape Increase flexibility Build Confidence Instill self-discipline and respect All classes are taught by blackbelts. Uniforms can be purchased through the Karate School. Classes are available for youth and adults (Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced) Minimum age to register is 8 years old. Summer Session: Tuesday's & Thursday's June 10th - August 5th, 2025 No class June 19th Please use door #12 _________________________________________ Sparring Classes: Requirements - Must be in karate and at least a Gold belt to Spar Equipment required: Head protection, face mask, hand & foot protection, shin & elbow protection, cup & supporter, mouth guard and chest guard. Summer Session: Thursday's June 12th - August 5th (testing on Tuesday) No class June 19th Please use door #12

Our offered classes and the progression of classes is based off of skill level, not age. While there are 'typical' age ranges of kids in certain classes, we also recognize the varying abilities and skills of all our kids. Please read the descriptions and prerequisites of the classes to best place your child. Should you have any questions regarding placement, please contact Alex Hanson. For more information contact Alex Hanson @ alexandra.hanson@isd701.org or 218-208-0842 ext 21200 Babies/Toddlers The goals of these classes: we start out nice and slow with fun activities like little bucket showers, blowing bubbles, playing splash ball, etc. The goal of this class is to have the kids comfortably submerging themselves. Skills Taught: Windshield Wipers (wiping water off face with hands), Blowing Bubbles, Splashy Kicks, Submerging --Babes & Tots I (1-2 years old)-- Prerequisite: None. Parent & Me Class 30 minute class ►Parents and children are introduced to the fundamentals of water safety and water discovery in a fun, stimulating environment. This class will help equip parents with information on how to safely submerge and properly hold babies in the water. Children must have a swim diaper. --Babes & Tots II (2-3 years old)-- Prerequisite: several experiences in a pool prior to this class. Parent & Me Class 30 minute class ►Parents and children focus on the fundamentals of water safety and the development of swim readiness skills. This class incorporates games that introduce the fundamentals of skills such as breath control, submersion, blowing bubbles, and assisted kicking and floating. Children must have a swim diaper Preschool Our preschool classes focus on how to safely enjoy the water while gaining comfort and confidence. These classes are divided into three levels that include safety, independence, and development. Skills Taught: Gliding, Splashy Kicks, Floating on Back, Jump in from side of pool, Big Arms, “Sea Otter Roll”, Monkey/Airplane/Soldier(elementary backstroke). Typically for kids ages 3 - 7. --Pre I -- Prerequisite: Children should be able to fully submerge their face in the water, eyes, and everything. 30 minute class ►Children will learn water safety and how to develop comfort with submersion, learn proper breath control, and front and back float with assistance. This class is designed for the first-time swimmers and for children who are not yet confident in being in the water alone. If children are not fully potty trained, a swim diaper needs to be worn. --Pre II -- Prerequisite: Children should be able to fully submerge their face in the water, eyes and everything. 30 minute class ►Children will further focus on gaining confidence and independence in the water by concentrating on control and movement in the water. We will begin teaching them the basics of movement through the water. Participants will continue to practice water safety. This class is best suited for participants who need guided practice and are not yet able to independently swim on their own or stay afloat. If children are not fully potty trained, a swim diaper needs to be worn. --Pre III -- Prerequisite: Child should be able to do Freestyle (“Big Arms & Splashy Kicks” with face in the water at least 2 feet thru water they cannot touch the bottom in. 30 minute class ►Children are introduced to arm/leg action, rhythmic breathing, and will swim further distances up to 10 yards, both with assistance and independently. This class is best suited for participants who are unable to swim longer distances independently. If children are not fully potty trained, a swim diaper needs to be worn. --Pre Youth -- Prerequisite: Child should be able to do Freestyle (“Big Arms & Splashy Kicks” with face in the water at least 2 feet thru water they cannot touch the bottom in. 30 minute class ► This class is a combination of Pre III and Youth I. Students will work on their skills from Pre III, but without flotation devices. As students progress, they will begin to work on Youth I skills as well. This class is unassisted from any flotation device. If children are not fully potty trained, a swim diaper needs to be worn. Youth (Typically ages 6+) The youth swim program is divided into six swim levels for children to advance and master skills at their own pace before advancing to the next level. Each level includes training in basic water safety, helping others in an emergency, and most importantly stroke development. --Youth I-- Prerequisite: Children should be able to do Freestyle a few feet with their face in the water and be able to roll over onto their back and float when they need air. 30 minute class ► At this level swimmers are finally crossing the distance of our pool using their big arms and sea otter rolls. We will introduce some backstroke to help the kids get more comfortable on their back. The goal of this class is to get them comfortably swimming the length of the pool unassisted. --Youth II-- Prerequisite: Children should be very comfortable in water when they cannot touch the bottom. Children should have also been introduced to Freestyle with the arms and the kicks. 30 minute class ►At this level we teach the kids how to turn their head to the side and get a breath, side breathing. The goal of this class is to get the kids to swim at least 1 lap using freestyle with side breathing with no help from the teacher. Participants are introduced to alternating and simultaneous arm/leg action, rhythmic breathing, and swimming further distances up to 1 lap with assistance and independently. They will continue to practice water safety and further learn about the aquatic environment. --Youth III-- Prerequisite: Children should be able to swim Freestyle with side breathing for one lap of the pool unassisted. 45 minute class ► At this level swimmers will begin swimming multiple laps at a time and work endurance. We also work out any kinks or bad habits the kids have in their strokes. Participants will further work on alternating and simultaneous arm/leg action and primarily focus on front crawl and backstroke for 15 yards. --Youth IV-- Prerequisite: Children should be able to swim at least 4 laps in a row of freestyle with a decent amount of speed. 45 minute class ►We continue to build up endurance, allowing swimmers to go greater distances. Participants will further work on alternating and simultaneous arm/leg action, and rotary breathing. They will learn or be exposed to additional strokes. Participants will be introduced to other components of swimming. --Youth V-- Prerequisite: Child should have knowledge of all four competitive strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke. 45 minute class ►Swimmers will work on stroke techniques and learn competitive strokes to become more efficient swimmers. This class will refine strokes so participants can swim with further efficiency, power, and smoothness over longer distances. --Youth VI-- Prerequisite: Child should have adequate knowledge of all four competitive strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke. 45 minute class ►In this level we work on fine tuning all of the strokes they know, as well as introducing racing aspects such as flip turns. By the end of this class the child should be ready to join a swim team or go out and swim 200 yards! Participants will practice endurance building and training, and competitive techniques. Open Swim Open Swim is an opportunity for friends and families to come and enjoy swim time together. All children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children with life jackets must be within arm’s reach of a parent at all times and are only allowed in the shallow end of the pool. A swim test will be administered prior to entry into the deep water. Follow our Facebook page to stay up-to-date on Open Swim opportunities! Aquatics:Hibbing Community Education https://www.facebook.com/hceaquatics $5.00 per person Location: Hibbing High School Old Pool Enter through door 12

For more information contact Alex Hanson @ alexandra.hanson@isd701.org or 218-208-0842 ext 21120 Youth Diving Lessons Tuesdays: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 1, 18, 25, March 4 Diving I: 6:00 - 6:45 PM (Prerequisite: None) Diving II: 7:00 - 7:45PM (Prerequisite: Pass Diving I) 45 minute class ►Have you always wanted to learn how to dive off the board? Come learn or improve with former Hibbing diver Lizzie Copeman. Diving I is for those entering grades 2+ who are learning the fundamentals of diving and are looking to dive for recreational purposes regardless of prior diving experience or lack thereof. Our Diving II class is for those entering grades 5+ and gearing up to try out diving at the competitive level and/or entering into the 7-12 dive program.

Hibbing Community Education is offering Private Swim Lessons For more information contact Alex Hanson at alexandra.hanson@isd701.org or 218-208-0842 ext. 21200 Private Swim Lessons Private lessons allows an individual to receive one-on-one instruction to learn to swim or to improve on rudimentary swimming abilities.