District 196 Community Education

Join an informative discussion on issues significant to American foreign policy. Each evening features a skilled presenter with expertise in the topic and time allowed for diverse viewpoints, comments and questions. You are encouraged to read, although not required, the Great Decisions briefing book prior to the meeting, available to check out at the Galaxie Library. Free! Open to adults of all ages in all communities! No registration needed but is encouraged. For more information visit www.district196.org/ce or call 651-423-7925. Great Decisions is sponsored locally by District 196 Community Education and Dakota County Library and is coordinated by Global Minnesota, www.globalminnesota.org. Location: Galaxie Library, 14955 Galaxie Avenue, Apple Valley Dates: March 18, April 1, April 15, April 29 Time: 6-7:30pm Topics Include (dates vary on speaker availability): U.S Changing Leadership of the World Economy India: Between China, the West and the Global South AI and American National Security After Gaza: American Policy in the Middle East

Learn about basic beliefs and practices of community members who practice the religion of Islam. Also, learn about the role of women and family, social justice, Shariah law and other topics. There is ample time for discussion and Q&A. Questions often come up due to the lifestyle of Muslims. There is curiosity, but no platform to ask and learn. This class strives to fill that gap.

This workshop for parents and caregivers of 3rd – 9th graders will provide essential information and strategies for addressing the growing concerns around youth vaping and cannabis use, led by three experts in the field. Learn about the current nicotine and cannabis products popular among teens, the associated health risks, and how targeted marketing and social media affect youth behavior. The workshop will also cover the impact of recent cannabis policy changes in Minnesota and important information about legalization. By empowering parents and caregivers with knowledge and communication tools, the goal is to help you engage in effective conversations with your teens about the dangers of vaping and cannabis use.

It's our belief that changing communities involves changing one family at a time. This curriculum helps increase the supply of young people equipped with the character, compassion and problem-solving skills essential for becoming good neighbors to all. Over the last four decades great pride has been taken in giving specific techniques that work when the "rubber hits the road." Parenting the Love and Logic Way™ represents a "how-to" approach to parenting. Learn: How to avoid un-winnable power-struggles and arguments How to stay calm and empathetic when your kids do incredibly upsetting things How to set enforceable limits How to avoid enabling and begin empowering How to help your kids learn from mistakes rather than repeating them How to raise kids who are family team members rather than demanding dictators And, much more! Each class involves lively discussion, short video clips, short readings, written exercises and lots of stories that teach. The Love and Logic approach is fun! Have you noticed how much more people learn when they're giggling? Session One: Putting an End to Arguing, Back Talk and Begging Session Two: Teaching Responsibility Without Losing Their Love Session Three: Setting Limits Without Waging War Session Four: Avoiding Power-Struggles Session Five: Guiding Kids to Own and Solve Their Problems Session Six: Teaching Kids to Complete Chores ... Without Reminders and Without Pay This class will take place online. Registration is by household. All households will receive a workbook that will need to be picked up at the Community Education office. You will receive an email when it is ready.