District 196 Community Education

Meet firefighters at Apple Valley Fire station #1 for an informative evening. The night will focus on fire prevention and education. There will be a truck tour and you'll learn about the tools used, turnout gear, and basic first aid. Be prepared and bring your questions for the firefighters. Note: You may only register for one evening.

The Apple Valley High School Instrumental Music Program is pleased to provide summer lessons to students attending AVHS for the 2024-25 school year. These summer lessons are an extension of the Independent School District 196 Community Education Department. Individual lessons are a great way to further growth and development as an individual musician. Instruction is catered to the specific needs and desires of the individual student. Materials from school lessons are typically used for these summer lessons but may be supplemented by the instructor. These lessons are an ideal way for incoming 9th grade students to get to know the AVHS band directors prior to the start of school and a great way for 10th-12th grade students to continue advancing their skills. All lessons will be held in-person at Apple Valley High School. One make-up lesson at an alternate time can be arranged with the instructor if a conflict (family vacations, etc.) occurs with scheduling of the lessons. Financial discounts are available if your family is currently enrolled in the educational benefits program. Registration closes on Thursday, 5/30. Brass & Percussion Individual Lessons with Mr. Scalise Format: Three 25-minute individual lessons Days: Tuesdays & Wednesdays Week 1 Dates: June 11-12 Week 2 Dates: June 18 Week 3 Dates: June 25-26 Times: 8am – 4pm Fee: $75 Location: AVHS Band Room, D170 Instructor: David Scalise Email: david.scalise@district196.org Woodwinds Individual Lessons with Ms. Mason Format: Three 25-minute individual lessons Week 1 Dates: August 1-2 Week 2 Dates: August 6-7 Week 3 Dates: August 13-14 Times: 9am – 4pm Fee: $75 Location: AVHS Band Room, D170 Instructor: Sarah Mason Email: david.scalise@district196.org(Mr. Scalise will pass along messages to Ms. Mason until she has a district email).

We will use acrylic paint on a canvas board. Paint a tree in its full fall colors. It will be bright and beautiful. Add details such as birds in the sky, pumpkins in the grass below or whatever autumn things you imagine.

Time for B-I-N-G-O! Join your friends for an evening playing this fun game. There will be prizes to choose from for every player. We will serve a snack and beverage for you to enjoy while playing bingo with friends.

Parents With Babies Only Non-Separating Babies sure bring big changes to every family! Join other parents of infants and learn how to make the adjustment to ‘being a family.’ This will be a relaxing and informative class. You can ask your questions, and we will share ideas with you about building a solid base for your family. We will also have time to sing songs and play some games.

Enjoy a magnificently, messy sensory encounter and art projects that celebrate the colors of the rainbow, shapes, ABCs and 1-2-3s!

Beginner and intermdiate players will discover the fundamental skills of the growing sport of badminton. Lean proper grip, footwork, strokes, volleys, overheads and serves, as well as the basic rules and etiquette of the game. Learn in a safe, fun and non-competitive envrironment.

Follow instructions, learn to pay attention, cooperate, show respect for yourself and others, and practice self-control and self-discipline. Basic martial arts skills, as well as stranger-danger and limited self-defense appropriate for this age group will be covered. White Belt is included.

Join Monica and friends for Beyonce’s “Texas Hold Em” Line Dance. Enjoy some toe-tappin’ and hip-shakin' with classic country moves to Beyonce’s new & fabulous country song. No partner needed for a night of fun.

Let's meet up for a delicious pizza lunch followed by Bingo! What a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with friends. There will be lots of great prizes for you to choose from as your bingo prize.

Do you remember Bob Ross from his “Joy of Painting” series on PBS? His “Wet on Wet Technique” of painting is for all skill levels as well as for those who have never painted before. Complete an entire oil painting. Be amazed at how much fun and enjoyment this painting technique will give you! Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor. Bring a roll of paper towels to class. June 10th and 17th: Aurora's Dance July 15th and 22nd: Reflections of the Moon August 5th: Sunset Paradise

Brian is on his way to Canada to visit his father when the pilot of his small prop plane suffers a heart attack. Brian is forced to crash-land the plane in a lake--and finds himself stranded in the remote Canadian wilderness with only his clothing and the hatchet his mother gave him as a present before his departure. We will find out how he learns to live off the land with almost nothing and survive during his time in the wilderness. This novel is written by Gary Paulsen.