Online registration begins for Arcola East residents at 9 a.m. on August 28 and ends on September 3 at 6 p.m. Online registration opens to all out-of-area residents on September 4 at 9 a.m.
Children's Fall Programming 2022
Babysitting Basics Cost: $55 November 19 9:30 am- 4:00 pm (with a 30 minute lunch break) 15 spots Virtual This course is designed for the 11–16-year-old interested in taking responsibility for younger children. Content in the 6.5-hour class includes safety practices, childcare basics, introductory first aid and activities to try. Hands-on participation and skill development are the focus.
Home Alone Cost: $42 October 15 9:30 am-12:00 pm 15 spots Virtual A 2.5-hour class designed to provide children aged 10-14 years with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time.
Preschool Dance (Age 3-6) Cost: $75 Thursdays at 6:00-6:30PM 10 spots AECC/ Dance room Sept 15 – Nov 17 (10 weeks) These classes introduce rhythm, coordination, and dance to children. They are exciting classes that sample the fundamentals of dance, acrobatics, and baton twirling. Requirements: Dance bodysuit and tights OR leggings and a tight-fitting t-shirt. Boys can wear shorts and a fitted t-shirt. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet allowed for dance. Running shoes are to be worn for baton twirling. Batons may borrowed from the instructor ($20 deposit to be returned at the end of the session)
Children's Dance (Age 6-10) Cost: $75 Thursdays at 6:35 - 7:05PM 10 spots AECC /Dance room Sept 15- Nov 17 (10 weeks) These classes introduce rhythm, coordination, and dance to children. They are exciting classes that sample the fundamentals of dance, acrobatics, and baton twirling. Requirements: Dance bodysuit and tights OR leggings and a tight-fitting t-shirt. Boys can wear shorts and a fitted t-shirt. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet allowed for dance. Running shoes are to be worn for baton twirling. Batons may borrowed from the instructor ($20 deposit to be returned at the end of the session)
My EI: My Emotional Intelligence Cost: $80 Monday 6:30-7:30 pm 12 spots Ages 8-11 AECC MP Room Sept 12 to Nov 14 (8 weeks no classes on Thanksgiving and Halloween) 8 sessions This is an 8-week class designed for children between ages 8 - 11, focusing on self-awareness, social skills, self-regulation, empathy, and motivation. Our structured activities will encompass painting, physical activities, and mindful games. We will discuss a variety of topics within emotional intelligence to deepen our shared understanding.
Junior Magic Cost: $200.00 Monday 6:30-7:30pm 12 spots Ages 6-10 yrs AECC Preschool Room Sept 12- Nov 28 (10 weeks - no class Thanksgiving and Halloween) This Junior Magic class will teach aspiring magicians some very cool tricks and how to perform. The class includes all instruction and props required.