St. Michael-Albertville Community Education

ACT or SAT? What’s Best For You?Grades 10-12A student with weaker working or verbal memory will do better on the ACT reading section because the passages are shorter. If a student has weaker spatial perception or visual memory, the SAT may be preferred because there is less geometry, trigonometry and no science section.Mindprint is an affordable evidence-based online solution that identifies each student’s learning strengths and challenges. The objective is to gain an understanding of each student's non-academic strengths and needs in areas like executive functions, memory, processing, and reasoning. The assessment will provide the student with an indication of whether the ACT or SAT test would be a better fit for them as well as improving academic performance.Additional information: -the at home online assessment takes about an hour-Cognitive assessment results provided within a weekAcademic All Star Tutoring953F3 $199

BASKETBALL - Boys In-House Basketball 5th & 6th GradesPractices begin in October and ends with an in-house tournament on Saturday, Dec. 14. Volunteer coaches are needed, so please sign up when you register your child online.287F56 Boys In-House Basketball (5th & 6th Grades)Practices:  Mondays and/or Thursdays Oct. 21 – Dec. 9 (No practice Oct. 31 & Nov. 18) 6:15pm - 7:15pmGym: TBDGames: Saturday mornings Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, Dec. 7, (gym time and location TBD)In-House Tournament: Dec. 14  (gym time and location TBD) Fees: $85 (fee plus jersey) / $60 (fee without jersey or optional shorts) NOTE: All players must have a jersey (jersey fee $25), optional shorts are available for purchase (shorts fee $13)

Babysitting 101Grades 5-8This 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 bad and first aid kit.Emergency Outfitters312F1 M-Th Sept 23-26$60 3:15-5:15 pmMW, Health Room312F2 M-Th Nov 4-7$60 3:15-5:15 pmME, Health Room

Crochet ClubGrades 2-8Want to learn to crochet? Come learn the basics with crochet teacher and designer Abbey Swanson of the Firefly Hook. Two choices will be available: a beginner-friendly beanie and a beanie for those wishing to grow their crochet skills. We will finish off the hat of your choice with a faux fur pom. Both hats are made with bulky yarn and a big hook – you’ll be surprised how quickly your project works up. Come have fun and leave with a hat on your head! No experience necessary. All supplies included!(1 faux fur pom per person; additional poms will be available for purchase for $5 each.)Abbey Swanson, The Firefly Hook678F1 S November 2 $30 1:30-4 pm HS, Room 1684

Drama ClubGrades 5-8Students will gain a basic understanding of theater fundamentals, through Drama Club. Through rehearsing scenes, playing games, and practicing improvisation, students will not only learn the ins and outs of theater, but will develop new skills, exercise creativity, and meet new people who share their interests.Lauren Keyes931F M Oct 21-Dec 16 No Class Nov 18 $49 3:15-4:30 pm MW, Auditorium

STMA High School Classroom Driver Education and Behind The Wheel TrainingFall 2019 Registration InformationFor students who will be 15 or older by March 31, 2020Registrations are accepted until the classes are full. Maximum enrollment: 30 students per class. FEE: $360.00 Make checks payable to STMA Community Education (the fee includes 31.5 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel training)Classes will be held in the High School, Room 2247 (Enter Door A). Students will stay after school for class. For more information call 497-6550, ext. 1.

Writer’s ClubGrades 5-8Do you have a passion for writing? The Writer’s Club is a safe place for students who are passionate about writing and want to try new types of writing styles, learn more about writing and writers, and help other with their writing. Through our activities, students will not only develop their skills, but they will also share their work for peer editing feedback. Some genres include short stories, song lyrics, poems, plays, and essays.Amy Lyke941F M Oct 21-Dec 16 (No Class November 18) $55 3:15-4:15 pm ME, Room B208

FIRST RoboticsGrades 9-12Being a part of the STMA Robotics team will give your student the exciting opportunity of combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. Students can gain experience in engineering, programming, marketing, electrical, and/or media. Participants will design and fabricate a robot to compete in the FIRST Robotics competition. Robotics will begin in the fall, and conclude in February. Along the way students will not only gain mechanical aptitude but also real world skills that will benefit them far beyond their time spent on the robotics team. Student/Parent Meeting - September 11 at 6 pm in the HS, Media Center. You will get a schedule there for the upcoming season!For more information, contact coach Kris Rue (kristopherr@mystma.org)

ME Chess ClubGrades 5-8Do you love to play chess or want to learn how to play? During chess club you will learn various strategies on the game and get ready for a chess tournament at the end of each session. Get to know and learn from Mr. Sartori and peers in the group! This is open to all skill levels!Ben Sartori165F1 M/W Sept 16-Oct 9$50 3:15-4:15 pmME, Room 307165F2 M/W Oct 21-Nov 13 $50 3:15-4:15 pm ME, Room 307

PrepStar Blast ACT ClassThe ACT test is more important than ever before for college admissions and scholarship offers. An ACT expert will introduce students to the test format and review essential strategies for all 5 sections. During the class students will apply the useful tools as they take parts of a retired ACT test. Students will also have the option to take another full practice test at home and have it scored with an online scoring system for immediate results. This class is an ACT cram session! Testimonial Quotes: “I now know the techniques I can use to get my goal score.”- Carly, PrepStar Blast Student“I took another test prep class from a different company and it only made me stressed out. This class made me feel so much better and reduced my stress!” Nicole, PrepStar Blast studentAcademic All Star Tutoring953F2 $139 HS, Media Center Th Nov 7 & 14 4-7 pm S Nov 16 9 am-1 pm

PrepStar Premium ACT ClassIt is important to remember that the ACT is no longer just an achievement test. To receive great ACT scores for college admissions, students now need training and coaching more than ever before.PrepStar Premium is a 24 hour ACT preparation course unlike any other. The class is thorough, challenging and extremely effective.The class includes: Extensive content reviewEffective strategiesOutstanding teachers3 full ACT practice testsDetailed score reports from practice testsOnline scoring for practice tests for immediate resultsMake-up content available via videoüAnd, it offers guaranteed results for students who have already taken the ACT test!Testimonial Quotes: “I learned many strategies and tips to help get a better score.”-Jacob (student)“After my daughter took the class, her score went up 4 points and the college recruiting letters came rapidly!”-Dale (parent)Academic All Star Tutoring953F1 $349 HS, Media CenterS Sept 21, Oct 5 & 129 am-3:30 pmTh Sept 26 & Oct 35-8 pm 

Science OlympiadGrades 5-12Science Olympiad is an academic competition based in the sciences. Each year there is a regional and state competition. Students select different events to compete in including: Anatomy and Physiology, Astronomy, Bridge Building, Cell Biology, Chemistry Lab, Electric Vehicle, Experimental Design, Forensics, Fossils, Green Generation, Robot Arm, Wind Power and so many more. The Minnesota branch of Science Olympiad's website is www.minnesotaso.org.Schedules with official dates will be handed out on the first day! October - March....If you are interested in being a parent volunteer please contact Marc Olig at marco@mystma.orgMarc Olig613F     T/Th     Begins October 1             $99      3:30-5pm             HS, Room 1418

Snowmobile Youth Safety TrainingAges 11-15The Foxtailers’ Snowmobile Club is offering youth snowmobile safety training to students 11-15 years of age. Upon completion of this course they will be certified to receive their Minnesota snowmobile certificate. Certificate becomes valid at age 12. This class will be starting at 9 am and ending upon completion of outdoor driving course (approx. 1:30 pm). Lunch will be provided. Students need to dress for cold weather with proper snowmobile gear i.e., hat, gloves and boots. Please bring a helmet if you have one.Course Prerequisite: the student must complete the online course at www.snowmobilecourse.com and provide the course completion document when they arrive for class!A parent/guardian must accompany their youth to sign a release form and bring proof of age (birth certificate) of student. The parent/guardian is also encouraged to stay for the first hour of the training presented by a MN DNR officer. Upon completion of the course the certificate can be purchased on the MNDNR website for $5.Foxtailer’s Snowmobile Club532F S October 26 $10 9 am-2 pm HS, Cafeteria

West KnittersGrades 5-8Are you interested in learning how to knit or grow your skills? Beginners will be introduced to the knit stitch and will work on a cup cozy and the more advanced knitters will also learn the purl stitch to create more intricate patterns in their piece. Students will need to bring their own needle (Size 8) and worsted weight yarn.Carrie Bauer & Ava Bergan678F1 W Oct 23-Dec 18 $50 3:15-4:15 pm MW, H101