Community Education Programs for Adults embrace the belief in lifelong learning and aim to enhance learning opportunities; empower people and build community. Our programs include: AARP Safe Driver Courses, Adult Enrichment, Adult Recreation & Adult Day Trips.

We offer a variety of options including Swim Lessons, Lap Swim, Waves Swim Club, and Certifications.

Discovery School is a program for for children ages 2.5 years-4 years old (By September 1, 2024) - FULL CLASS (register to get on the waitlist) *Ages updated 9/9/2024 Come discover what preschool is like. This class offers the best of ECFE with a more formal preschool experience. Parents and students will start with 20 minutes of guided Mindful Movement. After which, students and parents will separate. While teachers and students focus on becoming familiar with preschool routines and skills, parents will return to pick-up their child at 10:45am. Tuition $30 per month

*School year registration will open Monday, August 12 at 8am. 2024-2025 Dragon Kids Club School Year Care Information (Lake Ripley Elementary): Dragon Kids Club is ISD #465 Community Education & Recreation’s school age before and after school childcare program for children entering grades K-4 for the 2024-2025 school year. We are open for childcare before and after school following the school calendar. We are not open on non-school days. At DKC, we have professional and caring staff, a variety of enrichment programs, engaging recreational choices, outdoor play, and large/small group games. Join us for some fun before and after school at Dragons Kids Club! Weekly rates are listed below. You can choose from one of our 3 contract options (Consistent Schedule, Pick-Your-Days or Drop-in). All students must be enrolled in one of the 3 contract options to attend DKC. Call Community Education at 320.693.2354 with any questions. Do not call Lake Ripley Elementary.

What is Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)? ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children birth to grade 3. The goal of ECFE is to support and enhance the abilities of parents/caregivers, while also providing the best possible environment for their child’s learning and development. Litchfield ECFE employs certified teachers and experienced support staff. The Early Childhood Center is located in the Wagner Education Building 307 E 6th Street, Suite 110 Litchfield, MN 55355

Litchfield Preschool is a tuition-based preschool program for children ages 3-5. The 2024-2025 school year rates are listed below: *Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opened on February 1, 2024 at 8:00am. 2024-2025 School Year: Ms. Teresa - 4 Mornings 1/2 day (ages 4 & 5) $160.00/month - FULL (register to get on the waitlist) Ms. Teresa - 4 Afternoons 1/2 day (ages 4 & 5) $160.00/month - FULL (register to get on the waitlist) Ms. Aimee - 3 Mornings 1/2 day (ages 3 & 4) $140.00/month - FULL (register to get on the waitlist) Ms. Aimee - 2 Mornings 1/2 day (ages 3 & 4) $120.00/month - FULL (register to get on the waitlist)

Special Olympics Unified Sports combine athletes with and without disabilities on the same team. By participating together, Special Olympics Athletes and Unified Partners improve their physical fitness, sharpen their skills, challenge the competition and encourage teamwork. Athletes will attend competitions when possible. These activities are FREE thanks to Unified Team and their Polar Plunge fundraising efforts, as well as our wonderful sponsors. Let us know if you would like to be a sponsor!

Now more than ever we recognize the importance of supporting students’ social and emotional development. Community Education Youth Programs deliver a range of enrichment learning opportunities during out of school time (afterschool, non-school days, and summer) including recreation, enrichment opportunities & trips. Community Education offerings support youth to develop strong peer relationships and foster new skills. We do offer seasonal scholarships for families who qualify for Free & Reduced lunch. Call us to learn more about scholarships.