Albert Lea Community Education

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE COURSE DESCRIPTION AS THIS COURSE HAS MANY REQUIREMENTS TO RECIEVE CERTIFICATION The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. This program offers a choice of Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience. Prerequisites Candidates MUST: Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course. Swim 300 yards, continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive, feet-first or headfirst, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Certification Requirements Candidates MUST: Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions. Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during scenarios Demonstrate competency in all required skills Pass the final skills scenarios Successfully pass final written exams with a minimum grade of 80%. If a participant fails to reach the minimum 80% on the final written exam, a retest is allowed using the other version of the exam, provided that the participant has passed the practical assessment Blended Learning only: complete all eLearning modules. Certificate Issued and Validity Period The American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is valid for 2 years. IMPORTANT REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS This course is FREE to Albert Lea School District Students ONLY and is made possible through a federal grant that the district received. Informational sessions are MANDATORY. You and your student MUST attend in order to be eligible for the swim test, online course and in-person training. After attending an informational session you can enroll in one of the swim test slots available. Once you pass your swim test a link to an online course will be sent to you. You will need to successfully pass and complete the online course in order to be eligible to enroll in the in-person training classes. The online course takes roughly 7 hours to complete. It is required by the American Red Cross that you complete 19 hours and 45 minutes of in-person training. Failure to do so will result in not receiving your Lifeguarding Certification. Questions can be directed to Lindsey Eagan by calling 507-373-8228.

What is early childhood screening? Early Childhood Screening is a free and simple check of how your child is growing, developing, and learning. It is a review of your child's height, weight, hearing, vision, speech, language, motor, and cognitive development. Screening at 3 is preferred, but a child may be screened between the ages of 3 and the start of kindergarten, as required by Minnesota state law. Screening is not an examination to determine readiness for school but to screen for potential problems that may interfere with a child's ability to be successful. Early screening and intervention promotes early success. Information to note: If you need to cancel your appointment, please call 507-379-4838.. If you need to schedule a "re-screen" for vision, hearing, or development, please call 507-379-4838. For screening appointments, please allow 1 - 1 1/2 hours. You will need to be buzzed at the front door. Upon completion of the registration, please do not forget to "Check out." This will confirm your appointment.

Get ready for a Fat Tire bike riding on Fridays! Fat Tire Bikes are a force to be reckoned with, taking on any weather Mother Nature throws our way. These bikes are built for the toughest rides, so you can hit those bumpy trails, mucky paths, and any other extreme terrain all year round. Suit up for the weather and come join us for a thrilling bike ride! We've got the bikes and helmets covered, and the only thing that could rain on our parade is lightning. So, let's pedal our way through the great outdoors and experience winter like never before! This course is FREE to Albert Lea School district students and is made possible through a federal grant. IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ BELOW Southwest students can ride bus #371 from Southwest to the high school and then walk over to the fieldhouse. Please indicate this when you enroll. There will be no late bus, parents/guardians must pick students up at 5pm. Request to Notify Us of Your Absence: If you have registered for this event and are unable to attend, kindly inform us immediately.

For children ages 3-5 years & parents. Weekly themed fun for you and your preschooler to enjoy together! There will be stations set up with learning activities that you will rotate through. This class mixes learning, problem solving, and art!

Enrolling in Medicare can feel like opening a puzzle that’s all sky. It’s hard to know where to start. But, much like with puzzles, a little help goes a long way. That’s why I’m hosting Getting Started with Medicare —an informational event to help explain your options: You’ll learn: Your current Medicare coverage options. The benefits and costs of each plan. Key points to consider with each plan. This class is online via Zoom. No products will be sold. Thrivent is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.

For children ages 1-3 years & parents. This class will have your kiddo wanting to come back for more! Class will begin with an art project and lead into circle time with our new friends! Your child will have play time while you engage in a short discussion with a parent educator. You will learn new tips and tricks to try with your family! Fee chart can be viewed online during registration.

Please plan ahead and register early, classes will fill fast! Driver's Education information is subject to change at ANY TIME. Prepare your future driver for the permit test, the State of Minnesota Graduated Driver’s License Test (GDL) and a lifetime of driving. Class fee includes 30 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. Students MUST attend the 1st day of class or a waitlisted student will be allowed to take their seat. If your spot is filled due to your absence you will need to contact our office to move your registration to a future class. PARENTS MUST CREATE AN ACCOUNT FIRST AND THEN "CREATE A RELATIONSHIP AND ATTACH THEIR STUDENT TO THEIR ACCOUNT. Early bird registration fee of $335 ends 2 weeks prior to the start date of class. After that, the price increases to $360. Deadline to register for class is 1 week prior to the start date of class. Upon successful completion of the class, there may be an opportunity for students to take their permit test on the last day of class. In the event that is possible we will need your student's social security number. You will be asked to provide it upon registration. If your student is not eligible to take the permit test in class, they will need to make arrangements to take the written permit test on their own. Testing locations and information can be found on our website here. The instructor will communicate to students if in class testing will be an option. SUPPLIES NEEDED TO BRING TO CLASS EACH DAY: pen, pencil, and highlighter. **Students will have two (2) weeks, from the classroom completion date, to complete any outstanding course work. If course material is not completed within two (2) weeks, the student will not receive their blue card to test for their permit due to failure to complete the course in the allocated time. They would then need to contact the Community Education office to be re-enrolled in the next available class, and repeat the entire drivers education class. No refunds will be given. View printable contract HERE.

The American Red Cross introduces the revised Junior Lifeguarding program, which is designed to guide youth to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course. The course focuses on building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills of future lifeguards. In this two-day workshop you will develop swimming skills and practice in-water rescues. Please bring your swim suit, towel, water bottle and pack a sack lunch for each day. NOTE: Class times are Thursday from 4:00-8:00pm and Friday 4:00-7:00pm Albert Lea Community Ed and the YMCA are partnering to offer this free class to Albert Lea School district students and is made possible through a federal grant.

For children ages 6-18 months years & parents. Let’s crawl and play as we sing songs and explore different sensory experiences with our little one. There will be an art project each week. We will have parenting discussions on topics on the stages that you are currently going through.

Let's visit the MN Arboretum! Explore 1,200 acres of professionally maintained gardens, rare plant collections and accessible trails. In 2019 USA Today named the Arboretum the best botanical garden in North America. You will be on your own to explore and enjoy the Arboretum. There is a guided tram ride available if you choose to independently purchase a ticket for that upon arrival, the cost is $8. There is also an eatery on site that has sandwiches, salads, soups, and beverages available for purchase as well. Price includes: coach bus ride, entry fee. Sorry No Refunds. Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 4, 2024

For children ages 3-5 years & parents. This class is all about self expression and exploring art! Every week you and your preschooler will try new art mediums and get messy. Watch them blossom into emerging artists and take home their masterpieces! Be sure to wear clothes that you can get messy in. Join us for our 50th Year Celebration on April 11th from 5:00-6:00pm!