Community Education plays a key role in supporting youth through focused programs and opportunities. We provide more than just education and enrichment, we help contribute to a sound and thriving community by providing young people with engaging activities that help them grow.
Scroll down to view our latest enrichment and athletic activities for youth. Or click a program below to learn more.
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Enrichment
Providing fun activities and learning opportunities for children year-round; after-school, in the evenings and on the weekends; to enhance your child's academic and social experiences while out of school.
Athletics
Elementary and middle school athletic programs are supervised and led by certified coaches, licensed teachers or knowledgeable staff who emphasize skill development, participation, teamwork, and respect for others. Community Education also offers camps and clinics to help students gear up for the athletic programs offered at South Washington County high schools.
Kids Club
Kids Club (grades K-3) and Upgrade (grades 4-5) is the school district school-age child care program, open to all South Washington County Schools students and provided at all elementary school sites throughout the district. Out-of-School Time (OST) care is available before and after school and all day on school release days, including winter, spring and summer breaks.
Swimming
Swimming and water safety is a skill that your children will use for life! SoWashCo Schools Community Education offers swimming lessons to support youth with a wide range of skill levels.
Youth Activities
South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) offers activities and classes for youth through SoWashCo Community Education. Activities and classes are conveniently offered at your child's school, partner locations within our community and online.
Click on the course title to view more information including times, dates and locations. Select a tab to view courses appropriate for your child's current grade level.
To see our full list of current offerings visit sowashco.ce.eleyo.com. Course offerings vary per session.
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Learn coding fundamentals with Scratch to create a Nintendo-themed game using colorful, visual blocks that fit together like LEGO. No coding experience required.
Grades 1-4
Swimming lessons, specialty classes, fitness and recreational opportunities for adults and children as young as 12 months.
Create playful characters like robots, cacti, and capybaras while building drawing skills and imagination.
Grade K-5
Join this FREE seminar on the ACT.
We'll cover:
- What the ACT is
- What the ACT is not
- Why the ACT?
- What is on the ACT?
- How to prepare for the ACT
- How Stress Free ACT can help
- ACT Strategy
Join the chess club to meet and play with other players in your school. Learn the basics and strategies of chess. Tournament play is encouraged but not mandatory. Perfect for beginners and intermediates.
Grades 1-5
This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email.
Grades 9-12
Improve test-taking skills and overall ACT scores. Including an introduction to ACT format, subject ara instruction, test strategies, overcoming test anxiety and time management.
Grades 9-12
An excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers interaction with an experienced instructor. Instructors teach live via virtual classroom and can answer questions when needed.
Grades 9-12
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
Coaches use imaginative play and play-to-learn concepts to teach real deceptive dribbling skills on the move.
Ages 2-7
Camp will focus on basketball, soccer, and flag football and games throughout the day.
Ages 5-10
Spring Football returns featuring NEW uniforms, 8+ games, practices, and the season-ending State Tournament where every team competes for the Championship. Registration fee will increase March 14 — secure your spot today!
Grades K-12
Get a well-rounded volleyball experience in a fun environment. Key volleyball skills such as passing, serving, and hitting will be taught and practiced throughout the week. Fun, volleyball skill-specific games are also incorporated, giving players game type experience, and a better understanding of the game! Camp ends with scrimmages and games on the final day..
Ages 5-13
Learn to decorate with frosting, gum paste and food coloring, play fun games and win prizes while decorating a delicious 6” cake to enjoy at home.
Age 8-18
We offer classes for girls and boys ages 18 months-18 years old.
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Elementary
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Level up your child’s Spring Break, March 6–13. From Theater and Art to STEM and beyond, our camps offer hands-on activities and new skills. It’s the perfect way to keep them engaged and inspired while school is out.
Create playful characters like robots, cacti, and capybaras while building drawing skills and imagination.
Grade K-5
Spring Football returns featuring NEW uniforms, 8+ games, practices, and the season-ending State Tournament where every team competes for the Championship. Registration fee will increase March 14 — secure your spot today!
Grades K-12
Kids stay active on no-school days while exploring soccer, basketball and flag football—plus favorites like kickball, capture the flag and dodgeball.
Grades K-5
Camp will focus on basketball, soccer, and flag football and games throughout the day.
Ages 5-10
Coaches use imaginative play and play-to-learn concepts to teach real deceptive dribbling skills on the move.
Ages 2-7
Join the chess club to meet and play with other players in your school. Learn the basics and strategies of chess. Tournament play is encouraged but not mandatory. Perfect for beginners and intermediates.
Grades 1-5
Get a well-rounded volleyball experience in a fun environment. Key volleyball skills such as passing, serving, and hitting will be taught and practiced throughout the week. Fun, volleyball skill-specific games are also incorporated, giving players game type experience, and a better understanding of the game! Camp ends with scrimmages and games on the final day..
Ages 5-13
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Middle School
Level up your child’s Spring Break, March 6–13. From Theater and Art to STEM and beyond, our camps offer hands-on activities and new skills. It’s the perfect way to keep them engaged and inspired while school is out.
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
High School
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Join this FREE seminar on the ACT.
We'll cover:
- What the ACT is
- What the ACT is not
- Why the ACT?
- What is on the ACT?
- How to prepare for the ACT
- How Stress Free ACT can help
- ACT Strategy
Improve test-taking skills and overall ACT scores. Including an introduction to ACT format, subject ara instruction, test strategies, overcoming test anxiety and time management.
Grades 9-12
An excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers interaction with an experienced instructor. Instructors teach live via virtual classroom and can answer questions when needed.
Grades 9-12
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.