Shakopee Community Education

Peek into Preschool:: Sept - May (34-48 months) Must be eligible for class by 9/1/25. This class is perfect for children who are working towards the independent skills needed for preschool as with a unique blend of parent/child time and peer group interaction. The day includes playtime together followed by circle time and time for separation where families will have the opportunity to support each other in discussions led by a licensed parent educator. Parents/guardians must register and attend the class day on Mondays with Wednesday being a child alone day, where your child will begin to gain independence and self confidence. Supply List: 1 Plastic Folder Kleenex Wet Wipes Markers Crayons

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 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! Meets three times. Please not this camp only meets M-W.

In this fun interactive camp, participants will learn about chemistry by doing various craft projects and experiments. They will learn about solutions and how elements are dissolved and then re-crystallized in a different form by making rock candy. They will explore which ingredients have active, non-active and reactive properties, and what makes them bind together and "fizz" while making bath bombs and shower steamers. Participants will discuss melting points of different substances while making a bar of "melt and pour" soap. Lastly, campers will learn about the various densities of liquids while making their own lava lamp from an upcycled bottle. Take-home projects will include a starter solution for rock candy, a few bath bombs/shower steamers, a bar of soap, and a homemade lava lamp.

Unlock your creativity! Explore new crafts like macramé, resin and glass etching. Craft unique pieces for yourself or give them as thoughtful gifts. Let's dive into DIY together! Meets four times.

Calling all students interested in learning how to use a pottery wheel! In this camp, you will learn the basics of "throwing" on a pottery wheel and how to add your own twist to your clay creations with fun surface decoration techniques. Participants will leave camp with their very own functional pieces (think mugs, bowls, plates, pots or candle holders). Projects will be completed on Thursday, but will not be ready for pick up until approximately two weeks later. Meets four times.

As the growing season reaches its peak, it's the perfect time to dive into the essentials of home food preservation. Homemade jams, zesty salsas, crisp beans and tangy fermented cabbage can bring the vibrant flavors of summer to your table all winter long. Preserving food at home offers a wealth of benefits, including lower grocery bills, a more sustainable lifestyle and the ability to control the quality and nutrition of the food you eat. Once you master the basics, preserving fresh produce becomes surprisingly simple. This class will guide you through the essential tools and equipment, food safety practices and tips for selecting the best produce and ingredients to preserve. We’ll also explore dehydration and freezing techniques, ensuring you're equipped to savor the harvest all year round. All experience levels are welcome and all supplies are included in the class fee. Each participant will take home a jar of jelly or jam.

Have you taken Kids Kitchen Boot Camp 101 in the past and really enjoyed it? Then you may be ready for the next level! In this two-day camp, participants will be introduced to advanced tools and techniques, including mandolins, instant pots, canning and multi-step recipes. In addition, students will review kitchen safety and healthy eating tips. This camp involves working in groups, moving through directions quickly and handling multiple hot items. Safety, awareness, and being able to work in the kitchen comfortably is an expectation for this class. This is not for beginners. Meets two times.