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Mid Minnesota Swim Lessons
Develops competency in swimming, along with confidence and endurance. Children will advance to the next level when he/she can proficiently and safely perform the skills within his or her level.Full description of levels can be found online at www.paynesvillece.com.Levels are consistent to Red Cross Swim Levels.Students need to arrive dressed and ready for lessons.No one will be allowed to change after class.One guardian/spectator is allowed during class hours due to capacity limits Bring your own towel No Hot Tub No Kiddie Pool Do not enter pool until instructor gives permission Preschool Swim- (4 & 5 year olds). Classes will focus on basic water safety, entry, exit, blowing bubbles, submerging mouth, nose, eyes, and ears. Introduction to floats and stroke fundamentals using songs, games and play. Does not require parent in Pool.Level I- Water Exploration (Pre-Beginners) Level I is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely. Students start to develop good attitudes and safety practices around the water. Level I skills include: fully submerge face, buoyancy and breath control, supported float on front & back, blowing bubbles, water entry & exit, locomotion (walk through water safely) and supported kicking on front and back. *Child must be at least 3 feet tall and be able to stand in the pool independently. Level II- Primary Skills (Beginners) Level II gives students success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float without support and to recover to a vertical position. This level marks the beginning of true locomotion skills and adds to self-help and basic rescue skills. Level II skills include: hold breath and fully submerge head, retrieve objects, orientation to deep water, prone float of glide (unsupported), supine float of glide (unsupported), rhythmic breathing, step from the side into chest deep water, get out at side of pool, flutter kick on front and back, finning on back, back crawl arm action combined, stroke front , etc.Level III- Stroke Readiness (Beginners +) Level III is to build on the skills in Level II by providing additional guided practice. Level III skills include: coordinate the front & back crawl, elementary backstroke, fundamentals of treading water.
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Girls Summer Volleyball
Pass, serve, set, spike and team play! This is our summer volleyball camp for our younger players. They will get an introduction to volleyball and have lots of fun learning. Each participant will receive a Bulldog Volleyball T-Shirt.
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2024 PAWS Summer School Age Care
PAWS School Age Child Care
For Students Preschool (4 year old) to Grade 5 Each child in PAWS will be nurtured, kept safe and encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships, independence and confidence. Our goal is to ensure the success of children in our communities by establishing positive relationships, providing educational and recreational activities and offering opportunities for children to share ideas and feel valued. Feel confident that PAWS offers the very best care, with lots of age appropriate activities that help your child grow. Activities range from: walking field trips, gym time, group games, art projects, reading, math, choice time, and more! To enroll participants must be toilet trained and have the ability to self regulate and successfully participate in small group activities without primary one on one assistance. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click Enroll Now below to begin the registration process. You'll first be asked to create an Eleyo account. After creating your parent profile, you will be asked to create a profile for your child. Please enter your child's name and date of birth. NOTE: SOME FIELDS ARE OPTIONAL, INCLUDING TEACHER. After creating your Eleyo account, you will complete registration by choosing your child's schedule and answering additional registration questions.
PAWS Summer 2024 PAWS Site
55 Alive Defensive Driving 4 Hour Refresher
55 and Better
4 Hour Refresher Course If you have taken a State approved 8-hour Defensive Driving Course (55+) in the past, now you can renew your 10%, 3 year car insurance discount by taking this state-approved, 4-hour refresher course. There’s no driving and no test. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company.
Summer 2024
55 Alive Defensive Driving 8 Hour Class
55 and Better
8 Hour Defensive Driving Course If you are 55 or older, save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete the National Defensive Driving Course, taught by professional, certified instructors. The course is two sessions of classroom—no driving or test is required. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive credit.
Summer 2024
55 and Better
These classes are especially for those age 55 and better!! 55 Alive Driving Course and more!
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Battle Drones Gr 2nd-8th
Youth Enrichment
Battle Drones features an exciting combination of aerial acrobatics with an engineering design challenge that will teach students STEM concepts, teamwork, and how to skillfully fly a drone. In Battle Drones, teams of students will build robotic launchers designed to fling projectiles at their opponents’ drones. Students will be guided by experienced camp instructors in how to construct their launchers to maximize projectile speed and accuracy. The camp will culminate in an epic battle where students will need to pilot their drones to safety by dodging opponent projectiles while using their own launchers to take down opponent drones. The best drone pilots and launchers will emerge victorious!
Summer 2024
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Boys Basketball
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Daily skill building drills that will improve their ball handling, passing and shooting abilities.Session ends with fun and competitive games where the players will have the opportunity to utilize the skills they have practiced during the camp.
Summer 2024
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Bulldog Band Camp
Youth Enrichment
(completed 5th grade) Here’s your chance to get a head start on learning your instrument before the school year even begins! We will meet for 5 days, where you will meet the other members of your section, and begin learning your instrument together. You will learn how to assemble your instrument, hold and take care of your instrument, and to play your very first notes. We will be working out of our method book so be sure to purchase all supplies before camp. *Exact times will be set once everyone is registered.*
Summer 2024
Central Lakes Tae Kwon Do Advanced Youth
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Are you looking for a physical activity that can help your child gain confidence, physical fitness, discipline, concentration, and is fun? Tae Kown Do (TKD) may be the answer! TKD helps increase speed, strength, coordination, and concentration as well as teaches practical self-defense skills. TKD Students learn integrity, respect, courtesy, and self-control while participating in a good exercise program that actually helps build self-confidence and self esteem. TKD also helps strengthen and tone muscles, improves flexibility, increases cardiovascular fitness, coordination, and can help control weight. This is an activity that is meant to be life long. Belt promotions are done throughout the year. Additional costs for testing nights and equipment are not included in the class fee.
Winter 2023-2024
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Fall Soccer
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Fall Soccer Grades 6-12-Both Middle School and High school teams are co-ed and in the past have included players for Paynesville, EVW, BBE, NL-Sand Kimball. Games are scheduled against teams from Willmar, Albany, St. Cloud, Cambridge, Minneapolis and others. No experience is necessary. Our coaches have experience incorporating all levels of skill into the program. 10-12 games vs. other schools Fall Soccer Grades 3-5-Players will learn the skills necessary to play the game of soccer as well as learn the rules and strategy of the game. Full sided (11 v 11) games will be scheduled against other schools and the season will culminate in the annual Fun Day with several schools joining us at Ampe Park in Paynesville for a series of games on September 21.
Fall 2024
Flag Football
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Come and join in the fun of the third and fourth grade flag football program. There will be drills and games to help you improve your football skills. This program will provide fun for all the participants while teaching them some football skills. A parent coach will play quarterback for part of the games to make sure every player gets a chance to catch some passes. We are looking for volunteer help with this fun activity. Each player will receive a Bulldog Football T-Shirt.
Fall 2024
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Gem Dogs Gymnastics
Rec & Sports
School Aged Gymnastics Program *There was a misprint on pricing in the Summer Brochure. The correct prices are listed online. Mobility through our school-aged program is based on ability testing using skill benchmarks. Tumble with Me-(Age 3-4)- A class for preschoolers with their 16+ chaperone to join along. Classes will include instruction on floor, beam, bars, vault, and mini-tramp. Students will work on large motor skill development, stretching and balance. Intro to Gymnastics- (Ages 5-12)-This class is for beginning gymnasts ages 5-12 who are NOT able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing. Gymnasts will work on vault, bars, beam and floor along with focusing on growing their strength and confidence. Tanzanite - (Age 5-12)-This class is for gymnasts age 5 & up who are able to perform a cartwheel to feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge. Gymnasts will work on vault, bars, beam and floor along with focusing on growing their strength and confidence. Emerald - (Age 6-12)-This class is for gymnasts ages 6 & up who are able to perform a 5 second straight arm bridge, a forward roll with legs together, backward roll, 3/4 handstand, levering cartwheel w/straight arms, bridge kick over from a mat & lightly spotted pullover, and forward, backward, sideways walks on medium beam and walk unassisted on high beam. Gymnasts will continue to gain strength and confidence while improving key gymnastics shapes and basic skills necessary for more advanced gymnastics. Ruby - (Age 6-12)-This class is for students ages 6 & up who are able to perform a vertical handstand on floor, levering cartwheel w/straight arms & legs, bridge kick-over w/straight legs on floor, round-off from panel mat, beginning back handspring shapes with spot, pull-over on bars, high toe walks on high beam, cartwheel on low beam and straight jump off springboard on mat. Gymnastics will continue to improve key gymnastics shapes and basic skills necessary for more advanced gymnastics. More emphasis will be placed on precision and mastery of key shapes and presentation. Diamond- (Age 6-12)-This class is for students ages 6 & up who are able to perform a forward roll, backward roll, levering cartwheel w/a lunge, handstand from lever, round-off, back limber, bridge kick-over from floor, pull-over on low bar, straight jump on medium beam and a stuck cartwheel on the low beam. Gymnasts will begin focusing on more advanced skills needed to move into the competitive gymnastics program. More emphasis will be placed on precision and mastery of key shapes and on presentation. This level will begin combing skills, along with the introduction of more dance elements. Recreational Gymnastics-(Ages 5-12)-This class is for students that would like to give gymnastics a try, and have a sampling of what the sport is about. High School Team-(Entering Grades 7-12)-Are you interested in being a part of the Paynesville/EVW Flying Bulldogs this next season? Then this is the program for you. Students will work with the varsity coaching staff on getting ready for the competitive season. Floor, Bars, Beam and Vault will be covered. 50% of the fee will be refunded to each gymnast at the completion of the season if they help setup the equipment and assist an average of 3 hours per week coaching the youth gymnasts.
Summer 2024
Girls Basketball
Rec & Sports
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The camp will be focused on the 3 offensive skills of dribbling, shooting, and passing. Each day will start with fundamentals and build toward competitive play. Some advanced skills will be taught as well aimed towards scoring. The camp will be instructed by the Varsity Program coaching staff and players.
Summer 2024
Girls Summer Volleyball
Youth Enrichment
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Pass, serve, set, spike and team play! This is our summer volleyball camp for our younger players. They will get an introduction to volleyball and have lots of fun learning. Each participant will receive a Bulldog Volleyball T-Shirt.
Summer 2024
Great Theater
Youth Enrichment
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GREAT Theater's celebrated summer theater camps are going on tour! Join us as we bring out popular play-in-a-week camp to your doorstep. Over the course of a week, youth will develop skills and experience the process of being in a play. This camp is open to a large range of ages to give youth a unique opportunity to learn and grow from each other. Students will get to use costumes, mics, and have a performance of the play (traditional play, non musical). Everyone auditions, everyone performs, everyone experiences the joy of theater. Camp runs Mon-Fri, 9:00 am- 4:00 pm daily in the PAHS Auditorium with a final performance at 3:00 pm on Friday.
Summer 2024
Jr. Bulldog Preschool
Jr. Bulldogs Preschool & PAWS Wraparound Childcare 2024-25 Registration will open at 8 am on March 18, 2024 3 Year Old Preschool Program Our 3 year old program offers 3 day and 2 day options in the morning for preschool. Enrichment activities such as art, music, literature, dramatic play, and language will be introduced. This is an excellent first school experience for young learners. 3-Day Preschool- $51/week 2-Day Preschool-$34/week Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:10 am -10:55 am Tuesday/Thursday 8:10 am -10:55 am 4 Year Old Preschool Program Our 4 year old program is a 5-day program offered either in the morning or the afternoon. This program is an excellent opportunity to provide that extra boost prior to Kindergarten. Students will develop their social, cognitive, and problem solving skills through hands on activities in STEM, art, music, language, dramatic play, and enrichment activities. *5-Day Morning Preschool-$75/week *5-Day Afternoon Preschool-$75/week Monday-Friday 8:10 am -10:55 am Monday-Friday 12:10 pm -2:55 pm Little PAWS Wraparound Care with 4 Year Old Preschool Our wraparound child care is designed to provide enriching child care in conjunction with Jr. Bulldogs Preschool Program. This program is available for students enrolled in the 4 Year Old Preschool Program only. Wraparound care provides students with an all day experience on their scheduled preschool days. Little PAWS for Morning Preschool-$61/week Little PAWS for Afternoon Preschool- $61/week Monday-Friday 10:55 am -2:55 pm Monday-Friday 8:10 am -12:10 pm *We reserve the right to move preschool students whom are enrolled in 4 year old Preschool AND Wraparound Care to different sections to balance class sizes & ratios. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click Enroll Now below to begin the registration process. You'll first be asked to create an Eleyo account. After creating your (parent's) profile, you will be asked to create a profile for your child. Please enter your child's name and date of birth. NOTE: CERTAIN FIELDS ARE OPTIONAL, INCLUDING GRADE, ATTENDING SCHOOL OR TEACHER. FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED STUDENTS, YOU CAN SELECT K AS THE GRADE AND INDICATE THE EXPECTED YEAR FOR KINDERGARTEN ENTRY. After creating your Eleyo account, you will complete registration by choosing your child's class and answering additional registration questions.
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Mid Minnesota Swim Lessons
Rec & Sports
Develops competency in swimming, along with confidence and endurance. Children will advance to the next level when he/she can proficiently and safely perform the skills within his or her level.Full description of levels can be found online at www.paynesvillece.com.Levels are consistent to Red Cross Swim Levels. Students need to arrive dressed and ready for lessons.No one will be allowed to change after class.One guardian/spectator is allowed during class hours due to capacity limits Bring your own towel No Hot Tub No Kiddie Pool Do not enter pool until instructor gives permission Preschool Swim- (4 & 5 year olds). Classes will focus on basic water safety, entry, exit, blowing bubbles, submerging mouth, nose, eyes, and ears. Introduction to floats and stroke fundamentals using songs, games and play. Does not require parent in Pool. Level I- Water Exploration (Pre-Beginners) Level I is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely. Students start to develop good attitudes and safety practices around the water. Level I skills include: fully submerge face, buoyancy and breath control, supported float on front & back, blowing bubbles, water entry & exit, locomotion (walk through water safely) and supported kicking on front and back. *Child must be at least 3 feet tall and be able to stand in the pool independently. Level II- Primary Skills (Beginners) Level II gives students success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float without support and to recover to a vertical position. This level marks the beginning of true locomotion skills and adds to self-help and basic rescue skills. Level II skills include: hold breath and fully submerge head, retrieve objects, orientation to deep water, prone float of glide (unsupported), supine float of glide (unsupported), rhythmic breathing, step from the side into chest deep water, get out at side of pool, flutter kick on front and back, finning on back, back crawl arm action combined, stroke front , etc. Level III- Stroke Readiness (Beginners +) Level III is to build on the skills in Level II by providing additional guided practice. Level III skills include: coordinate the front & back crawl, elementary backstroke, fundamentals of treading water.
Summer 2024
Mid Morning Movie Club
Adult Enrichment
Are you looking for something to do after your morning coffee? Or do you miss going to the local movie theater? Join us for our Mid Morning Movie Club. We will be showing two movies per month on the big screen in the Paynesville High School Auditorium. I Can-An adulterous couple's daughter was born with one arm, but her softball skills reveal God's true grace. June 12 One Life-Sir Nicholas 'Nicky' Winton, a young London broker who, in the months leading up to World War II, rescued over 600 children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. June 26 Avatar:The Way of Water-Jake Sully lives with his newfound family formed on the extrasolar moon Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na'vi race to protect their home.July 10 Ordinary Angels-Inspired by the incredible true story of a hairdresser who single-handedly rallies an entire community to help a widowed father save the life of his critically ill young daughter. August 14
Summer 2024
Minecraft Olympics Gr 2-8
Youth Enrichment
The "Minecraft Olympics" is a dynamic three-day summer camp designed to immerse participants in the thrilling world of Minecraft while fostering teamwork, creativity, and friendly competition. Campers will engage in daily Build Battles, showcasing their imaginative prowess in constructing awe-inspiring structures aligned with diverse themes. Through this immersive experience, participants not only deepen their understanding of Minecraft's gameplay but also cultivate camaraderie and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment. The "Minecraft Olympics" promises a thrilling adventure for campers seeking to combine their love for Minecraft with a collaborative team experience that students won’t soon forget.
Summer 2024
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PAWS School Age Care
PAWS School Age Child Care
For Students Preschool (4 year old) to Grade 5 Each child in PAWS will be nurtured, kept safe and encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships, independence and confidence. Our goal is to ensure the success of children in our communities by establishing positive relationships, providing educational and recreational activities and offering opportunities for children to share ideas and feel valued. Feel confident that PAWS offers the very best care, with lots of age appropriate activities that help your child grow. Activities range from: walking field trips, gym time, group games, art projects, reading, math, choice time, and more! To enroll participants must be toilet trained and have the ability to self regulate and successfully participate in small group activities without primary one on one assistance. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click Enroll Now below to begin the registration process. You'll first be asked to create an Eleyo account. After creating your parent profile, you will be asked to create a profile for your child. Please enter your child's name and date of birth. NOTE: SOME FIELDS ARE OPTIONAL, INCLUDING TEACHER. After creating your Eleyo account, you will complete registration by choosing your child's schedule and answering additional registration questions.
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PAWS School Age Care
PAWS School Age Child Care
For Students Preschool (4 year old) to Grade 5 Each child in PAWS will be nurtured, kept safe and encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships, independence and confidence. Our goal is to ensure the success of children in our communities by establishing positive relationships, providing educational and recreational activities and offering opportunities for children to share ideas and feel valued. Feel confident that PAWS offers the very best care, with lots of age appropriate activities that help your child grow. Activities range from: walking field trips, gym time, group games, art projects, reading, math, choice time, and more! To enroll participants must be toilet trained and have the ability to self regulate and successfully participate in small group activities without primary one on one assistance. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click Enroll Now below to begin the registration process. You'll first be asked to create an Eleyo account. After creating your parent profile, you will be asked to create a profile for your child. Please enter your child's name and date of birth. NOTE: SOME FIELDS ARE OPTIONAL, INCLUDING TEACHER. After creating your Eleyo account, you will complete registration by choosing your child's schedule and answering additional registration questions.
PAWS School Year 24-25 PAWS Site
PAWS School Age Child Care
For Students Preschool (4 year old) to Grade 5 Each child in PAWS will be nurtured, kept safe and encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships, independence and confidence. Our goal is to ensure the success of children in our communities by establishing positive relationships, providing educational and recreational activities and offering opportunities for children to share ideas and feel valued. Feel confident that PAWS offers the very best care, with lots of age appropriate activities that help your child grow. Activities range from: walking field trips, gym time, group games, art projects, reading, math, choice time, and more! To enroll participants must be toilet trained and have the ability to self regulate and successfully participate in small group activities without primary one on one assistance. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click Enroll Now below to begin the registration process. You'll first be asked to create an Eleyo account. After creating your parent profile, you will be asked to create a profile for your child. Please enter your child's name and date of birth. NOTE: SOME FIELDS ARE OPTIONAL, INCLUDING TEACHER. After creating your Eleyo account, you will complete registration by choosing your child's schedule and answering additional registration questions.
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