Monticello Community Education

Have you completed Beginning Photography and are ready to advance to learning more skills in using your camera? In this class, we’ll dive deeper into photography composition, how to set up a picture so you get the best shot, and how to take your photography to the next level with advanced techniques. This class is for students in fifth through 12th grade. 

This course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics – Babysitter Lessons And Safety Training (BLAST). Students learn current practices for safety and injury prevention, first aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems, and how to manage their babysitting business. Students receive a reference book, recipe and game handouts, babysitting bag and first aid kit. Please bring a lunch.

Spend a day with horses. Hands on experience grooming, saddling, feeding and handling. 2 riding lessons each day. 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, ages 6-12 years old, heated barn and arena. Helmets provided, no experience required. Bring a lunch.

Grab your friends and join us for a one time painting workshop. We will use acrylic paints on an 8x10" stretched canvas. Learn how to paint a close up of a great horned owl.

Eligible Students must be 15 years of age by May 31, 2019. Thirty hours of classroom training plus six hours of behind the wheeltraining included with the fee. Students can miss up to one class, but hours must be made up during a future make-up session. The first classis required by all students. Parent meeting partially satisfies new state laws and helps lower student/parent driving time.Students have the option to purchase a Minnesota State Drivers Manual for $7 from the instructor the first class.Also please check out the following link for free practice written exams: http://dmv-permit-test.com/minnesota/practice-test-1.html

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 6-hour course for 7 – 10 year old's. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, personal safety and healthy living. This course helps prepare children for staying at home alone. Students will receive a book and construct a home first aid kit as part of the class. Please bring a snack.

Boulder Pointe EquestrianEnjoy the excitement of horseback riding camp! Come ride and learn about horses. Lessons include learning how to work with horse and learn balance and control in the saddle. In addition, campers get to learn how to groom, tack-up, lead and do in-hand work with horses. There is also fun horse related activities.Camps are on rain or shine! There is an outdoor and indoor arena. Proper attire includes a sneaker or boot (closed toe with a heel), long pants and layers depending on the weather. Bug spray, sunscreen, nut-free snacks and a water bottle are also recommended. Please bring a nut-free bagged lunch and plenty of fluids to drink. ASTM/SEI certified helmets are provided. Signed waivers are required before riding.Riding Day CampThis is a great way to spend a day learning about horse.  You will get a chance to ride and take care of your horse.  All skills levels are welcome to attend.Please click on the following link for fill out required forms: https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html

Piano and guitar lessons. Weekly 30 minute lessons. Please call Mary to set up your time for the session at 612-578-9583. In addition to class fee, instructional books will be required as determined by the teacher. These can be bought online, at the music store, or from the teacher. Normal fee is $12 - 18 for the session. Please note that no makeup lessons are offered. Your scheduled time will be forfeited if student is absent, since teacher has reserved your scheduled slot for you. If this is unacceptable, please make other arrangements.

Join Science Explorers for a fun, hands-on class of STEM topics. First, we will explore chemistry with slimy, sloppy and sticky experiments. Next, we will go undercover and become a spy to create secret codes, spy tools and more. Then, we will step into the field of engineering and discover how engineers use their scientific and technical skills to design machines, buildings and gadgets. Each class is filled with engaging experiments and activities.

Do you have a sketchbook but can't figure out where to start? Well grab your sketchbook and join us to discover the different uses for your sketchbook. Learn about different dry mediums, sketching techniques and tips for drawing what you see outside your windows! All you need for this class is a sketchbook and any other materials you have that you may want to use. Linda will supply all other materials.

The student, up to age 22, will be using his/her own vehicle to undergo advanced driving training to handle adverse conditions and emergency driving situations. Using a progressive teaching method with a 1:1 student- to-instructor ratio, the student will learn how to control skids, emergency stops while switching lanes or even while cornering, emergency lane switching, vehicle dimensions and dynamics influencing its control. About 25% classroom, 75% driving. The earlier good driving habits are learned, the better. Requirements: Driver’s permit or license and a minimum of 10 hours of driving experience. Call if you have questions, 763-272-2030. Parents, you must include your contact information when registering Please include your email address.