This classroom-based driver’s education course provides the foundation of safe, lawful, and responsible driving. Through interactive lessons, real-world scenarios, and evidence-based instruction, students learn traffic laws, hazard recognition, risk management, and decision-making skills essential for novice drivers. The course emphasizes defensive driving, distraction and impairment prevention, and the attitudes and behaviors that reduce crash risk. Learning objectives: Explain key state and federal traffic laws, road signs, and right-of-way rules Identify common driving hazards and apply strategies for hazard detection and avoidance Demonstrate safe decision-making in complex traffic situations using risk-management frameworks Explain the effects of impairment (alcohol, drugs, fatigue, medications) and distraction on driving performance Describe basic vehicle systems and routine maintenance that affect safety Apply strategies for sharing the road with vulnerable users (pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists) Prepare for the written permit/license exam and for responsible behind-the-wheel practice

Early Childhood Screening: Litchfield School District offers FREE screening to families of children 3-5 years old. Scoring is based on the child's age at the time of screening. If your child has not been screened and will be attending preschool, they need to be screened prior or shortly after starting, but will not be prohibited from registering. Screening includes vision, hearing, height, weight, speech, language, large and small motor skills, as well as social and emotional development. Immediately following your child's screening, there will be a discussion time where you review the results and can ask questions. Screening supports children's readiness for kindergarten and promotes health and development. Your child will have the chance to participate in activities that show how they are developing. The activities are designed to be fun and familiar. Activities will include things like building with blocks and drawing shapes. You will receive a postcard around the time your child is 3.5 years old. If you haven't received information on screening, are new to the district, or have moved, contact Community Education to update your information. We ask that only one adult comes with the child to the screening appointment. Appointments take approximately 60 minutes. Please enter using Door 10 which is on the North side of the Wagner Education Building.

Grades 4-6 Boys' HS Assistant Coach Justin Wittrock The boys will practice the fundamentals of basketball through skill-building activities, and playing games. Players will practice dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense while learning the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy. Each session combines skill development time for playing half court and full court games. During inclement weather, High School Tennis will use the LARC after school and basketball practice will be cancelled. Any cancelled basketball practice will be rescheduled for the next Tuesday or Friday following the cancellation, whichever occurs first. Families will be notified by email/text if practice is cancelled.

FALL DRAGON FOOTBALL: LHS Football Coaching Staff Fall Dragon Tackle Football Program Grades 5 & 6 (‘25-’26 Grade): The focus of the Tackle Football program is to develop the football skills of all players and improve the overall athleticism of all student athletes. All kids will play and have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of different football positions. Volunteer coaches will teach kids: tackling, blocking and play formations in a fun, safe and encouraging environment. The program will provide a helmet, shoulder pads, mouth guard and game jersey. Participants will need to provide football pants with pads. Baseball/football shoes with rubber cleats are preferred however tennis shoes work as well. Teams will meet twice a week Monday and Thursdays. All participants will receive a T-shirt, please specify size when registering (YM, YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL). *Parents are invited to help coach the 5th and 6th grade teams. Please communicate with Community Education if you are interested in helping. Litchfield is hoping to have three teams during the 2025 season. Fall Flag Football Grades 2-6 (‘25-’26 Grade): This program will provide athletes with a basic understanding of the game of football while playing flag football. Kids will work on team play and sportsmanship. They will develop the following fundamental skills: throwing, catching, running, along with learning the strategies of offense and defense. Flags will be provided. No other equipment is needed. Baseball/football shoes with rubber cleats may be worn however tennis shoes work as well. All participants will receive a T-shirt, please specify size when registering (YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL, 2XL). *Game Night Experience (Halftime of the Varsity Game) - date TBD

For Families of Children Birth-Pre K Have fun playing with your child, introducing them to a variety of learning experiences, and make new friends! Explore art, music, movement, math, literacy, science and circle time activities prepared by our early childhood teachers. The last portion of class, adults and children separate to allow the adults the opportunity to discuss pertinent topics with a parent discussion facilitator. Come and enjoy this time for you and your child! Siblings that are older than Kindergarten age will need to be in a sibling care room.

Karen 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.

Highway 12 Adult Day Trip: Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Wednesday, April 22, 2026 For the first time in over 35 years Chanhassen Dinner Theatres brings you a thrilling and electric staging of Guys and Dolls! From the gritty streets of New York to the colorful cafes of Havana, Guys and Dolls is a grand spectacle of music and comedy to delight audiences of all ages. This fresh production is set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City in a perfect balance of story, dance, music and romance! 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: March 11 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) 1:00-3:30pm - Matinee performance (includes a 20-minute intermission) Return: 4:45pm - Unload in Howard Lake 5:05pm - Unload in Dassel-Cokato 5:30pm - Unload in Litchfield 5:50pm - Unload in ACGC *All times are approximate and subject to change.

*Session 1 - High Tides is for previous or existing High Tides/Waves swimmers only. Athlete must have passed at least a level four in swimming lessons. If your athlete has not previously been a High Tides or Waves swimmer, a skills test may be required to determine appropriateness of the program. Dates: 8/18/25-10/3/25 - Seven Weeks *No practice Monday, September 1st (Labor Day), Tuesday, September 9th (home swim meet), or Friday, September 19th Groups: White/Silver: For athletes looking to improve their swimming strokes, techniques, and skills in preparation for competitive swim meets. Practice Times: M,T,F 5:30-7 Price: $135 Senior/Maintenance: For athletes who have previously competed in meets, looking to refine their strokes/skills, and looking to prepare for their upcoming high school sports season. Practice Times: M,T,F 5:30-7:30 Price: $165 1st Session for existing High Tides swimmers OR boys swimmers looking to get in shape for their upcoming season. If interested, but have not previously participated in competitive swimming, please reach out to community education for further information. Session 2: Dates: 10/6/25-11/14/25 - Six Weeks *No practice Tuesday, October 7th (home swim meet) or Friday, October 17th (MEA) Groups: White/Silver: For athletes looking to improve their swimming strokes, techniques, and skills in preparation for competitive swim meets. *For previous existing High Tides or Waves swimmers. Athlete must have passed at least a level four in swimming lessons. If your athlete has not previously been a High Tides or Waves swimmer, a skills test may be required to determine appropriateness of the program. Practice Times: M,T,F 5:30-7 Price: $125 Senior/Maintenance: For athletes who have previously competed in meets, looking to refine their strokes/skills, and/or looking to prepare for their upcoming high school sports season. Practice Times: M,T,F 5:30-7:30 Price: $155 1st Session for existing High Tides swimmers OR boys swimmers looking to get in shape for their upcoming season. If interested, but have not previously participated in competitive swimming, please reach out to community education for further information. Green & Black Groups (For those that haven't participated in this program before): For students interested in competitive swimming. Athlete must have passed level three or higher in swimming lessons. Must be able to swim freestyle (front crawl) and backstroke (back crawl) for 25 yards. This is meant to be an introductory course for athletes interested in competitive swimming. Practice Times: M,T,F 5:30-6:30 Price: $100 **Limit of 20 swimmers**