Spend the day with Community Education Staff for a trip to AirMaxx Trampoline Park in St. Cloud. Show off your jumping skills while we spend 2 hours on the massive trampolines, playing dodgeball, jumping in the foam pit and see if you have what it take in the ninjas warrior course! Upon returning to the WEB, we will play games in the gym and end the day with a movie on the big screen. Everyone needs to bring a lunch, lots of snacks, and a water bottle. 7:45-8:00 AM - Parent Drop-off at WEB lobby (no early drop-offs) 9:00 - 11:00 AM - Jump & Warrior Course at AirMaxx 11:00-11:30 AM - Eat lunch at AirMaxx 12:15-3:00 PM - Playground time or gym games & movie at WEB 2:45-3:00 PM - Parent Pick-up at WEB lobby (no late pick-ups) You must fill out a liability form prior to the trip. We must have paper copies of liability forms even if you have a form on file already at AirMaxx. Click HERE to download the form or stop by the office for a printed copy. Registration Deadline: 11/13 @4pm *We need at least 30 students to register in order to run this trip. *If the trip deadline has passed, feel free to call our office to see if there is still room to get added to this trip. 320-693-2354.

Get into the holiday spirit at Christmas Camp! Join us at the Wagner Gym for a fun-filled day of festive activities. Campers will enjoy holiday games, decorate delicious Christmas cookies, create their own custom wrapping paper, and make a special ornament to take home. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends while getting creative and making lasting holiday memories. Please wear comfortable clothes that are okay for crafting, and come ready for a day full of Christmas fun!

Youth Wrestling Program ('26-'27 Grade): DC/L Wrestling Staff Winter Session: Whether you've been in wrestling before or not, this is a great opportunity for boys and girls to learn! Charging Dragon wrestling coaches use drills and games to teach techniques and skills. Grades 3-6 will have two seasons. The first season is for all athletes and is used to introduce and reinforce skills, while the second season is for advanced wrestlers who wish to continue practicing and competing into February and March. The practice schedule for athletes participating in team events may differ and additional details will be provided at the parent meeting. PARENT/ WRESTLER INFO. MEETING : This meeting will address details of the wrestling season, including the schedule, competition information, and the distribution of youth wrestling t-shirts. Monday, November 23 * 7:00 PM * LHS Cafeteria Grades PreK-KTuesdays, Dec.1-Feb. 9 (no class 12/29)6:00-6:40 pmLHS Wrestling RoomFee: $50 Grades 1-2Tuesdays, Dec.1-Feb. 9 (no class 12/29)6:50-7:45 pmLHS Wrestling RoomFee: $50 Grades 3-6 Season #1: Mondays & Thursdays, November 30-February 11 (no class 12/24, 12/28, 12/31)6:00-7:15 pmLocation: Mondays: DCHS Wrestling Room Thursdays: Litchfield Wrestling RoomIndividual Practices: Grades 3-6Mondays, Nov. 30 - Dec. 21st6:00-7:15 pmLHS Wrestling RoomSeason #2: Mondays & Thursdays, February 22-March 296:00-7:15 pmLocation: Mondays: DCHS Wrestling Room Thursdays: Litchfield Wrestling RoomFee: $60

LHS Varsity Coaching Staff The goal is to explain, demonstrate, and practice specific basketball fundamentals, developing good habits on the court. Participate in game play and rotate through skill stations coached by high school players and staff. The importance of hard work, communication and a positive attitude will be stressed, while maintaining a fun environment. Gain free admission to home basketball games with your shirt! Indicate shirt size when registering. Meet in the high school gym at the start of practice each week.

Fall Boys' Basketball 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. Families will be notified by email/text if practice is cancelled and rescheduled.

2026 Location: LARC Courts 1 & 2Soccer is fast, fun and a great sport for all ages. Learn and improve soccer skills, teamwork and strategy by playing organized games in our inhouse soccer program. Volunteer coaches are required in order to run this activity. Coaches do not need a background in soccer, only a desire to help kids have a positive experience. Schedule is subject to change. Any changes will be communicated with families. Participants should have shin guards and their own soccer ball; #4 is recommended for ages 5-7 and #5 for ages 8+. If you register your child after the deadline, you are not guaranteed a jersey. If you cancel your registration after the deadline and jerseys have already been ordered, you will not receive a refund for the jersey fee. T-SHIRT REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 18th @ 4pm (If you are interested in joining this activity after the registration deadline has passed, a T-shirt is not guaranteed).

Legion Traveling Basketball focuses on fundamentals and developing the skills and knowledge needed to play basketball. Phase one includes a two week camp put on by the high school basketball coaches. The second phase will focus on fundamentals and playing league games on Mondays and Thursdays through the end of February. Practice times vary but will be between 5:30-8:30 PM. A formal season schedule will be handed out following camp. Parent volunteers are needed to run the traveling season. Boys Legion phase 2 will begin on November 3. Girls Legion phase 2 will begin on November 10. Parents are responsible for providing/organizing all transportation to this activity for their child. All parent/volunteer coaches need to complete a background check through Community Education.

Please register for JO Volleyball try-outs here. Try-outs will be held on Sunday, November 22, at the High School Gym. Specific try-outs times will be communicated closer to the date. There is a $25 non-refundable registration fee for tryouts. After the try-out session, coaches will meet to discuss the evaluation process and assign players to teams. After the tryout assessment and team placement, players will register for their assigned team through Community Education and pay the final registration fee (minus the $25 tryout fee). REMINDER: You MUST be signed-up through Community Education and pay your non-refundable $25 registration fee BEFORE the tryout date. This fee will be deducted from the final fee once teams have been announced and finalized. ATTENTION: It is very important for all prospective players to attend the tryout assessment session. However, if for some reason a player is unable to attend the tryout assessment the day of the tryout, we still require that you register for the tryout and pay the registration fee to guarantee a placement on a team. We need to have accurate numbers on the day of the tryouts to be able to create balanced teams. If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Swenson (dswenson@isd465.org). We do not open up try-outs to students attending schools outside of the Litchfield School District unless we are low on numbers. Registration deadline: November 15th

READY, AIM, LAUNCH!! Step into the world of ballistics and structural engineering in this high-energy, hands-on workshop. In CANDY CORN CATAPULTS, students become "Siege Engineers" as they design, build, and calibrate their very own desktop launchers. The mission? To successfully navigate the physics of flight and land a "harvest" of candy corn into a series of bubbling cauldrons. It's a race against gravity and a test of architectural strength!

Are you ready to build the building blocks of life - one cookie at a time? Step into our "Cytology Kitchen" for a hands-on exploration of the microscopic world. In this class, we trade microscopes for spatulas as we engineer delicious, three-dimensional models of the most important structures on Earth: THE CELL We'll dive deep into the differences between the creatures of the animal kingdom and the wonders of the plant world. By the end of the session, you won't just know what cells look like; you'll know exactly how it's built and what makes it "tick."

Grab your favorite Squishmallow or stuffed friend and join us for the ultimate Squishmallow Adventure Party! Youth will dive into a world of fun with exciting games, silly relays, and playful challenges—all designed to bring their cuddly companions along for the ride. Every child will win prizes throughout the party, making sure the fun never stops. And to make the day even more magical, Ms. B has prepared a very special gift for each participant to take home.

Step into the snowy world of sweetness in this hands-on holiday workshop! If you love popcorn, chocolate, and all things sparkly, this is the class for you. We're turning a classic snack into a gourmet masterpiece that looks just as good as it tastes. Once your creation is complete, you'll learn how to package your treats into adorable holiday-themed gift bags - ready to give to friends, family, or your favorite teacher!

Beno Blue Line Club This class was formerly the Intro to Pond Hockey activity. Come join an old school way to learn the skills to play hockey. In this activity, anyone, not just hockey players, can participate. In Open Hockey, participants (Ages 3-9) will play a pick up style of hockey. The approach will be an inclusive one where parents can support the kids on the ice or the players mix up and play unstructured small area games. Receive a FREE McDonald's lunch at each practice. Indicate jersey size when registering. JERSEY Registration Deadline: 11/3

Spend a relaxing afternoon surrounded by the beauty of Anderson Gardens while exploring your creativity! Participants will be inspired by the colorful flowers and peaceful scenery as they create their own garden-themed masterpiece. No painting experience is needed—Val will provide step-by-step guidance, along with all painting supplies and a complimentary snack.

Intro to RC Car Racing Gr. K-8 Interested in RC Cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Then come join us as we explore what makes them work and get to try them out. Participants will leave with a better understanding and get some time testing out their driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars. Participants can use RC Cars provided or their own on approval. Students in grades K-1 should have an adult present with them at class. RC Car Racing Gr. 6-12 Want to drive RC Cars on a track? Then come join us and you can test your driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars. Participants can use RC Cars provided or use their own on approval.

Join Community Education Staff for a fun-filled day at Skatin' Place in St. Cloud! Participants will enjoy roller skating, bounce houses, also included is a slice of pizza and a pop. After returning to the Wagner Building, we'll spend time playing on the playground (weather permitting) before winding down with a movie on the big screen in the gym. Please bring a cold lunch, plenty of snacks, and a water bottle for the day. We look forward to a day full of fun and adventure! 7:45-8:00 AM - Parent Drop-off at WEB lobby (no early drop-offs) 9:00 - 11:00 AM - Skating & Bounce Houses 11:00-11:30 AM - Pizza & Pop snack at Skatin' Place 12:15 PM - Lunch at Wagner12:45-1:15 PM - Play outside on the playground1:15-2:45 PM - Movie in the Gym 2:45-3:00 PM - Parent Pick-up at WEB lobby (no late pick-ups) You must fill out a liability form prior to the trip. We must have paper copies of liability forms even if you have a form on file already at Skatin' Place. Click HERE to download the form or stop by the office for a printed copy. Registration Deadline: 3/4 @4pm *We need at least 30 students to register in order to run this trip. *If the trip deadline has passed, feel free to call our office to see if there is still room to get added to this trip. 320-693-2354.

Sponsor-A-Child Scholarship (SACS) is a scholarship program for students who qualify for the free or reduced price program. It helps offset the cost of Community Education & Recreation activities. Each $50.00 donation will allow 1 child to register for an activity they might not otherwise be able to afford. Funds remain in place until all dollars are utilized.

ONLINE VIRTUAL CLASSES Tech Academy provides research-proven technology and STEM camps/classes for kids and teens ages 4-15. We believe learning should be fun, innovative, challenging and hands-on. Classes include Minecraft, Video Game Design, Programming, Engineering, Robotics, Computers and Film Making. Class links/information will be emailed approximately 1 week before the class start date. Home Technical Requirements For All Classes:● Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM● Chromebooks, tablets, and phones DO NOT work.● Internet: Broadband internet● Webcam, Microphone, and Speakers● Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class.● Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Registration deadlines are 1 week before each class start date. CLOUD GAME DEVELOPMENT (Grades 4-8) Discover how today's apps and games are built in the cloud! Students explore cloud-based development while building their own games from the ground up. Learn coding fundamentals like variables, functions, and game logic, then create, save, and share a cloud-powered game you can play anywhere. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. INTRO TO 3D PRINGTING & CAD (Grades: 2-5): Learn the full 3D printing process from start to finish! Design a custom keychain that gets printed and mailed home. No experience needed. Printing fee included. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Additional Technical Requirements: ●TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class) KIDS THAT CODE (Grades 1-3) Learn coding fundamentals by creating a game with unique backgrounds, characters, and interactive storytelling! A great intro to game design in a collaborative, supportive environment. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Additional Technical Requirements: ●Scratch Website ●Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class) 3D PRINTING: TOYS & PUZZLES (Grades 2-6) Design and 3D print your own toys and puzzles! Model fidget spinners, maze puzzles, action figures, and board game pieces in TinkerCAD. Learn CAD fundamentals and watch your digital designs come to life. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Additional Technical Requirements: ●TinkerCAD Website (sign-up information will be provided before class)

Beno Blue Line Club The Beno Blue Line Club is offering hockey for FREE! It is a great way to introduce your child to the game of hockey. There is an opportunity to skate with your child if you choose. Equipment is provided for those that need it.

*For students enrolled in grades 10-12 ('26-'27 school year) Advantage Educational Programs To help students prepare for the ACT test, Advantage Educational Programs, in cooperation with Litchfield Community Education, will offer their ACT prep courses to students from Litchfield High School. Are you uneasy about your test-taking skills or unsatisfied with previous ACT results? This may be the course for you. Two different course formats allow students to choose the one that best suits their learning styles and personal circumstances. Students are also able to make up any classes they miss, and all courses may be repeated online at no additional charge. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. Option 1: Online ZOOM w/instructor: Sundays, 1:00-4:00pm Fee: $180.00 Option 2: Online Course self-paced: Materials accessible at any time Fee: $80.00