Lake Ripley Elementary

*Winter 2025 Session of Fit for Life - please look at the updated schedule (cancelled 1/27 & 1/29 and added 3/17 & 3/19). Karen Peterson is a certified instructor for the Arthritis Foundation’s Exercise Program (AFEP). This program is a low-impact recreational exercise program that incorporates a brief educational component and is meant for all ability levels. The class focuses on balance, flexibility, strength, coordination and cardio in order to help improve your fatigue, pain, and stiffness.

Funk Academy Freestyle and Greco: Learn and grow your wrestling abilities through Freestyle and Greco.

Grand Rapids Academic Summer Program is a summer math and reading correspondence program that provides review exercises for children completing kindergarten through grade 8 (use 2024-2025 school year grade). Teachers and curriculum professionals developed this cost efficient substitute for traditional summer school that seeks to help students retain skills learned the past school year. Grades K-3 get a packet and grades 4-8 can choose between online or a packet. For more information visit www.grps.org/grasp. Successfully complete (70% accuracy) and receive: At least 7 lessons - certificate All 9 lessons - certificate & medal Fee: $38.00/one subject $68.00/both math & reading Registration Deadline: April 25

Highway 12 Adult Day Trip: Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Greased-back hair and leather jackets, ponytails and poodle skirts, fast cars and rock’n’roll, Grease is back at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres! Experience the nostalgia of high school in the ‘50s – peer pressure, love, and teenage life set against the campy backdrop of Rydell High! Discover the drama, comedy, and pop-culture satire that has made Grease one of the most popular productions of all time! Don’t forget the music, with songs like “Summer Nights,” “We Go Together,” “Greased Lightnin’,” “Beauty School Dropout” and so many others, including the hits you love from the movie. Have fun as you groove and bop along! This trip includes motor coach transportation, a ticket to the show, and lunch (drinks included are water, coffee, & milk). Gratuity is included for the meal. Gratuity is not included for any additional purchases. No refunds can be issued after the registration deadline has passed. Registration deadline: Monday, August 11, 2025 Depart: 9:10am - Load at ACGC: High School (South Parking Lot) 9:30am - Load at Litchfield: Civic Arena (North Parking Lot) 9:55am - Load at Dassel-Cokato: PAC 10:15am - Load at Howard Lake: MAWSECO (720 9th Ave) 11:00am-1:00pm - Lunch (Dine-in service) link to menu: https://chanhassen.com/menus-dining/ 1:00-4:00pm - Matinee performance (includes a 20-minute intermission) Return: 5:10pm - Unload in Howard Lake 5:30pm - Unload in Dassel-Cokato 5:55pm - Unload in Litchfield 6:15pm - Unload in ACGC *All times are approximate and subject to change.

Green Lake "Lite" Luncheon Cruise Spicer, MN Wednesday, May 28 Join the HWY 12 Day Trippers for a relaxing boat cruise on Green Lake in Spicer! We will travel by charter bus to Spicer and then hop on the boat where we will have a "lite" lunch while we cruise around the 5500 acre lake and take in the views for a 2 hour ride. Green Lake Cruises LLC is locally owned and operated and a proud member of the Spicer and New London area and has been giving cruises on Green Lake since 2008. The Fun Country Houseboat is 56 ft in length and 14 ft wide. It holds 55 total passengers plus 3 crew members. Of the 55 passengers a maximum of 34 passengers are allowed on the top deck at any one time. There are a few steps to get on board and assistance is available from the chain and crew. The boat is not wheelchair accessible. The stairs to access the upper deck are somewhat steep but have a good railing for extra support. The main cabin is fully air conditioned and has two bathrooms, front and rear decks. Menu Homemade chicken salad croissant sandwiches and fresh fruit. Soda and water included. Registration deadline: April 30 Depart: 9:30 AM - Howard Lake MAWSECO 720 9th Ave 9:50 AM—Dassel-Cokato PAC 10:15 AM—Litchfield Civic Arena Parking Lot (North side) 10:35 AM—ACGC High School (South side) 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM — Lunch & Boat Cruise (159 Lake Ave S., Spicer, MN 56288) Return: 2:10 PM—ACGC High School 2:30 PM — Litchfield Civic Arena 2:55 PM—Dassel-Cokato PAC 3:15 PM - Howard Lake *All times are approximate and subject to change.

Course Description: The Heartsaver® CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by an American Heart Association Training Center instructor. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session (sold separately), will receive a Heartsaver CPR AED Course Completion card, valid for two years. First Aid and CPR blended learning class requirements. Register for and complete the online training through the American Heart Association. Complete the course survey at the end of the training and print off the certificate of completion to be submitted prior to your skills assessment. Register for and attend a skills assessment through Community Education. Provide the certificate of completion from the online training. Please DO NOT register for this course until you have completed the online coursework. This registration is for the hands-on skills session ONLY! Please read the directions below on how to complete your online coursework. Directions for Blended Learning Part 1: Heartsaver CPR AED Course provides the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use an AED. The course empowers students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community. Online course can be purchased and completed by visiting www.heart.org and searching for course # 20-1401. Upon completion of the course, complete the course survey and print the course completion card to be presented to your instructor during your hands-on skills session. This AHA certification is valid for two years. (Minimum age for certification is 11 years old). Heartsaver CPR AED- Registration Link

Course Description: Heartsaver First Aid is geared towards anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in first aid to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a course completion card, valid for two years. Please contact your employer to ensure that you are selecting the correct course. First Aid and CPR blended learning class requirements. Register for and complete the online training through the American Heart Association. Complete the course survey at the end of the training and print off the certificate of completion to be submitted prior to your skills assessment. Register for and attend a skills assessment through Community Education. Provide the certificate of completion from the online training. Please DO NOT register for this course until you have completed the online coursework. This registration is for the hands-on skills session ONLY! Please read the directions below on how to complete your online coursework. Directions for Blended Learning Part 1: Heartsaver First Aid Online is the eLearning portion of the Heartsaver First Aid Blended Learning Course and teaches information needed for first aid training. Upon completion of the online portion, students must complete a hands-on skills session with an AHA Instructor. Online course can be purchased and completed by visiting www.heart.org and searching for course # 20-1402. Upon completion of the course, complete the course survey and print the course completion card to be presented to your instructor during your hands-on skills session. This AHA certification is valid for two years. (Minimum age for certification is 11 years old). Heartsaver First Aid course registration link.

Course Description: Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Online offers the convenience of digital learning. The eLearning portion of the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED blended learning course is designed to teach students the cognitive information needed for pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED training. Upon completion of the online portion, students must complete a hands-on skills session (sold separately) with an AHA BLS or Heartsaver Instructor. The AHA’s Heartsaver Pediatric course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs first aid and/or CPR training and a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. Heartsaver courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared to act in an emergency. The course is intended for those involved in childcare who have a duty to respond to illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. This audience includes childcare workers, teachers, foster care workers, camp counselors, youth organizations, and coaches for children’s sports organizations. This course is also ideal for parents, grandparents, extended family, babysitters, and guardians. First Aid and CPR blended learning class requirements. Register for and complete the online training through the American Heart Association. Complete the course survey at the end of the training and print off the certificate of completion to be submitted prior to your skills assessment. Register for and attend a skills assessment through Community Education. Provide the certificate of completion from the online training. Please DO NOT register for this course until you have completed the online coursework. This registration is for the hands-on skills session ONLY! Please read the directions below on how to complete your online coursework. Directions for Blended Learning Part 1: Online course can be purchased and completed by visiting www.heart.org and searching for course #20-1404. Upon completion of the course, complete the course survey and print the course completion card to be presented to your instructor during your hands-on skills session. This AHA certification is valid for two years. (Minimum age for certification is 11 years old). Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED - Registration Link-Cost $21

Course Description: The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by an American Heart Association Training Center Instructor. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session (sold separately), will receive a Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Course Completion card, valid for two years. Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED provides students the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and use of an AED. This course empowers students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community. The Heartsaver Total – Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Online is a comprehensive course path designed for those requiring training to meet OSHA or other regulatory agency requirements. First Aid and CPR blended learning class requirements. Register for and complete the online training through the American Heart Association. Complete the course survey at the end of the training and print off the certificate of completion to be submitted prior to your skills assessment. Register for and attend a skills assessment through Community Education. Provide the certificate of completion from the online training. Please DO NOT register for this course until you have completed the online coursework. This registration is for the hands-on skills session ONLY! Please read the directions below on how to complete your online coursework. Directions for Blended Learning Part 1: Online course can be purchased and completed by visiting www.heart.org and searching for course #20-1440. Upon completion of the course, complete the course survey and print the course completion card to be presented to your instructor during your hands-on skills session. This AHA certification is valid for two years. (Minimum age for certification is 11 years old). Heartsaver Total First Aid CPR AED - Registration Link

Ages 8+ Motivating and Inspiring Minds—Ariane Bromberg Is your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether it is for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a mature and well-prepared child. This class for children will address several topics relating to being “Home Alone,” including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after school routines, phone calls and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, handling the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders and first aid tips. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home information and discuss it with their child. Registration deadline is one week prior to class date. No refunds after the registration deadline.

Move your daily walking routine inside for September-May! We have morning indoor walking at Cornerstone Church and evening walking at Lake Ripley Elementary. Please pick up your walking pass at Litchfield Community Education! Lake Ripley Schedule - follows the school year calendar. No walking when school is not in session, conference nights, or when school is canceled due to inclement weather. Cornerstone Schedule - this schedule varies from week to week depending on the activities happening at Cornerstone, please refer to the online schedule/reminders for morning indoor walking.

Want to learn Guitar or Piano but don’t have the time? This crash course will teach enough for years of musical enjoyment. Class is held online using ZOOM, so you’ll be able to sit in the comfort of your own home. Registration includes an online book, follow up video lessons and a recording of class. Registered participants will receive a ZOOM link about a week prior to class. Registration deadlines are one week prior to class.

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.

The Litchfield High School Pool is open for lap swim. Lap swimmers should swim at an intermediate level or above. The lap swim schedule is subject to change depending on attendance and scheduling of a lifeguard. Punch passes can be purchased online but need to be picked up at the Community Education office before attending lap swim. Lifeguards DO NOT sell lap swim passes at the pool. Enter using door 11 in between the middle school and high school to access the pool. Follow the red signs to the pool.

An abbreviated Lifeguarding course that briefly reviews course information and allows practice of skills and knowledge before testing. Current certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is required to participate in the review course. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED which is valid for 2 years.