District 196 Community Education

The structure of the Presidency is articulated in Article II of the Constitution which outlines the scope of the President's powers and duties. Explore how those responsibilities have evolved, expanded and are employed today. Subtopics include: Presidential Structure and Powers, Inaugurals, the State of the Union, War, Proclamations and Executive Orders, The Bully Pulpit and Impeachment.

We love traveling! Everything is getting more expensive, so how do we make our travel free? Learn how to find the deep travel discounts motivating us to see the world. If you are retired, changing careers, a student or someone who likes the idea of making additional income to support your travel dream, this class is for you. World traveler Gina Henry shows you how she has traveled for free to 100 countries and all 50 states. Plus learn important tips on travel safety, trip insurance, affordable retirement opportunities and other inspirational life enhancing strategies. Earn free airline tickets, hotel nights, tours, cruises and more! Volunteer, fun work-vacations, paid travel, teach English, mystery shopping, importing, drop shipping and remote employment opportunities. Tuition includes 100-page digital book, "How to Travel Free" (a $39.95 value).

Desiring to live more simply? Perhaps you are downsizing, transitioning or want to feel freer in the space you live in. Learn the S.T.A.R.S. method to set up for success, help assess what is right for you, and leave you with tools and knowledge to simplify your space and achieve your goals. Explore Space Dreams, Faves and Imposters, and effective Tips by Room. Creating space saves you time, energy and money.

Journaling is simply recording your thoughts, feelings and insights in a written, drawn or typed format. Done on paper or on a computer, it's a low-cost way to improve your mental health. Reduce stress, improve your self-awareness, as well as prioritize problems, fears and concerns, and provide an opportunity for positive self-talk. Learn how to start journaling (even when you don’t know what to write), the ten most popular types of journaling, how to kick-start self-reflection and self-discovery, and track your progress and personal growth.The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Get paid to shop! Obtain names and contact information for reputable mystery shopping companies. Stores and businesses use mystery shoppers to learn more about customers, especially during these challenging economic times. Get paid to shop and perhaps keep the items you buy on assignment ... obtain gas, groceries, dry cleaning and more. Mystery shop on vacation for free airline tickets, lodging, car rental, tours, meals and more. Learn how to highlight your qualifications as a competent shopper and earn income. Discover the top 100 mystery shopping companies, including contact information. Sample applications and typical shopping evaluations are included.

This six week virtual course is offered to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of what it means to be anti-racist. Receive tools to engage in uncomfortable conversations, develop racial literacy and begin to unpack how race operates in everyday lives often without consent and/or acknowledgement, all the while building the muscles to move into action! Meets criteria for Minnesota teacher licensure renewal in Cultural Competency and is approved for 9 CEUs.

Have you ever felt that you wanted to be more and do more and become more? Learn skills to spread your wings and transform your life to use your abilities for the first time in your life to do new and exciting things. Based on the "Life Lessons of the Butterfly," experience an opportunity to spread your wings and move to a new place. Discover feeling more confident in your abilities, gain new knowledge and engage in new experiences. Personal transformation can turn you into the best version of yourself.

Examine the discrepancies between the Warren Commission that investigated the assassination for ten months and published their findings in September 1964; along with the conclusions reached by the United States House of Representatives that investigated the assassination for thirty-one months and published their report in March 1979. Develop a rounded perspective regarding many of the controversies surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy. Each of the sessions will have ample time for participant comments and questions.

You can earn hundreds of thousands of airline frequent flyer miles and hotel reward points without ever stepping foot on a plane or paying for a hotel and then redeem them for high-value trips. Flights and hotels are typically the most expensive part of your vacation budget. Gina will show you her easy "Beginner Strategy" then graduate you to more advanced strategies that earn you one million+ reward points a year. All the major reward programs will be detailed. Also learn tips for flying business and first class.