Monticello Community Education

This complete Drivers Education program consists of 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel training. Behind-the-wheel instruction will be scheduled individually and directly with Wreck-Less Driving Academy. Students must attend all 30 hours. Any missed classes must be made up in future sessions (at any Wreck-Less location). Students will receive a completion certificate once all 30 hours are complete. Eligible Students must be 14 1/2 years old before the first day of class. You will receive a welcome email with additional registration instructions from Wreck-Less 10 days before class begins. Contact wreck-less if you do not get the email. For Online Classes: Students MUST have the ability to print curriculum before class begins and the technology to attend class via Zoom with a camera and microphone. Parents and students will receive a welcome letter, Zoom information, curriculum and additional registration materials via email before class begins. Registration is not considered complete until required forms are received in the Wreck-Less office. Parents will need to provide a current email address and contact phone number upon registration. Instructor: Wreck-Less Driving Academy Pay in full $425 at time of registration to Monticello Community Education. Please provide current email and contact information when registering For information on make-up sessions, drive scheduling or other questions, please contact Wreck-Less Driving Academy directly. info@wreck-lessdriving.com www.wreck-lessdriving.com ph. 763.262.2277 (email preferred) Mailing Address: 13221 Johnson St SE Becker, MN 55308 Office Address: 14030 Bank St Becker, MN 55308 There is nothing "Reck-less" about Wreck-Less Driving Academy

Work on a stop-motion animated Pokémon-themed film. Pick your favorite characters to star in your mini-movie. The possibilities are endless! Students will build Pokémon-inspired sets and props to create an animated game and stop-motion short. Students will also participate in other Pokémon-related STEAM activities. Bring a USB drive on the last day. Students should have basic reading skills.

Learn how to create YouTube content! Shoot videos, edit sound, and create an online presence with YouTube. In the first half of camp, learn the tricks pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sound. You will also learn to use our film editing software in a class project. Then, in the second half of camp, students will work on a group unboxing or product review video. Edit your video, add transitions and special effects, and insert a soundtrack. Finally, share your finished video with the world. Bring a USB drive (at least 8 GB) to save your video on the last day.Students should have basic reading skills

Do you hate to drive in bad weather or when it's dark outside? Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride sharing service, Uber. In this class, you will learn the basics and gain the knowledge on how to use Uber. Learn to use Uber at major airports so that you can travel with confidence and without having to ask a friend for a ride, as well as other appointments and errands. Open up your travel options with this fun and engaging class! July 23rd, 12pm – 1pm CST Online through Zoom, you will get an email with the information and link. You have the option of attending the live class but will also get the recording to watch at another time.

**PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR THE GRADE THEY ARE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN DURING THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR** Northwest Talent Academy courses are designed specifically for high-potential students. Because of this differentiation, the following criteria describe the Academy student: Enjoyment of intense study and challenge. Willingness to become involved. High degree of motivation. Desire and drive to complete projects. Successful group interaction skills. Self-disciplined. Emotional maturity. Cooperative nature. Student criteria also include: Recommendation of his/her local district. Currently in grades 2-8. Commitment to attend all days of the Academy. Important information: This program is invite only for students from Annandale, Becker, Big Lake, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose, Delano, Elk River Area, Foley, Maple Lake, Monticello and St. Michael-Albertville schools districts Program registration opens on February 5, 2024 at 8 AM. 2024 NWTA Catalog For more details on the the scholarship criteria, please visit the NWTA website hosted on district website.

Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business is imperative in today's technology world. Don't let your skillset or company get left behind by missing the key social media rules you need to know! In this class, you'll learn how to craft a simple but effective social media marketing strategy, listen directly to customers and implement tips to grow your business all while staying organized without technology overwhelm. Benefits for the Students: Students will leave the class with action items they can easily implement themselves to see results for their business or role within their company and organization. Students will also benefit from having a plan for the rest of their 2023 year and know how to be effective with their time on social media for maximum results for gaining new clients or customers. July 18th, 12pm – 1pm CST Online through Zoom, you will get an email with the information and link. You have the option of attending the live class but will also get the recording to watch at another time.

If you currently take thyroid medication but are still gaining weight and still have a variety of symptoms, there's more you need to know. Fatigue, weight gain, depression, anxiety, rising cholesterol levels, inability to focus, thinning hair, digestive problems, abnormal blood pressure, reduced sex drive, and heart palpitations are only some of the symptoms. In this workshop, we’ll discuss how thyroid function can make any illness worse; the 5 things that need to be measured, but usually aren’t; why the #1 thyroid replacement may not be helping you; connection between thyroid, fibromyalgia and arthritis; foods that help or hinder; commonly misunderstood rules of how and when to take thyroid meds; environmental triggers and info you need to discuss with your doctor. This workshop is a source of information only and should by no means be considered a substitute for the advice of a qualified medical professional. This is an online class. The instructor will send you a link via email.

MHS MontiArts art club is for 9-12th grade students who attend Monticello High School. It is for students who are looking to create and learn various forms of art while in the company of peers. Students are encouraged to bring anything they are working on with many supplies available from MontiArts. (montiarts.com) There will be a variety of optional projects throughout the year (mural projects, card making, glow parade, etc) This activity takes place at the MontiArts building (349 W Broadway) in downtown Monticello. Bus transportation may or may not be available via High School Bus #75 which may at times be too full to drop students at art club on certain days. Students are encouraged to drive or find rides if possible/able. Location: MontiArts 'Garage' Building 349 W Broadway, Monticello, MN 55362 Program Director: Ben Lundquist Assistant Director at MontiArts and Monticello High School Staff. Contact: Ben Lundquist at ben.lundquist@monticello.k12.mn.us Expectations: Students must sign the City of Monticello's Code of Conduct while at Art Club in MontiArts' building and will be expected to maintain a positive, generative environment where creative expression is appreciated and celebrated. Students who cannot engage with peers in this positive manner may be asked to take a week off or may be removed from Art Club if necessary.