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. 8:00 AM - Parent Drop-off at WEB lobby 9:00 - 11:00 AM - Jump & Warrior Course at AirMaxx 11:00-11:30 AM - Eat lunch at AirMaxx 12:15-3:00 PM - Gym games & movie at WEB 2:45-3:00 PM - Parent Pick-up at WEB lobby 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: 11/14 @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.

Ages 11+ Motivating and Inspiring Minds—Ariane Bromberg The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute gives everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content, and the colorful magazine format of the student book makes learning fun. From getting started with your business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Registration deadline is one week prior to class date. No refunds after the registration deadline.

Youth Wrestling Program ('25-'26 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 (11/20-2/5) is for all athletes and is used to introduce and reinforce skills, while the second season (2/17-3/3) 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 17 * 7:00 PM * LHS Cafeteria

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.

Join Val Chellin for four after-school sessions filled with fall-themed crafts and painting. Each session offers a creative way to capture the beauty of the autumn season.

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

Join the Dragon Volleyball team this fall and continue learning and improving your volleyball skills and knowledge. Each session will be filled with skills training, games, and competition. Participants will work in small groups led by coaching staff and members of the high school volleyball team. There will be low coach-to-player ratios for all participants. Indicate shirt size when registering.

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.

Schedule Update - The Grades 2-3 & Grades 4-6 soccer will be moved to the LARC due to scheduling conflicts. Soccer 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 by the registration deadline. 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 for ages 4-7 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. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 3rd @ 4pm (If you are interested in joining this activity after the registration deadline has passed, please call our office. T-shirt not guaranteed if registering after the deadline).

Come and have some fun with your friends and enjoy some spooky Jack-o-lantern themed cookie decorating!! At the end of this class you will bring home some very “spookily” decorated Pumpkin cookies for your family!! Yum!! A fun class activity is also planned while the cookies are drying. Includes supplies and ingredients.

Kids in the Kitchen Are you hungry after a busy day at school? Come create and enjoy tasty, healthy after school snacks! Then, you can do it all on your own at home! We will make a different simple snack at each session. *Registration deadlines are one week prior to class start date.

LHS Varsity Coaching Staff Legion 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. 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.

Register your team here for the Litchfield Youth Basketball Tournament. The boys tournament will be on Saturday, February 14th and the girls tournament will be on Sunday, February 15th. Three games guaranteed. If you have any tournament related questions, please reach out to mdraeger@isd465.org (boys) or ehulterstrum@isd465.org (girls). Tournaments schedules will be emailed to all teams a week prior. Tournament sponsors will not be responsible for any injuries or lost/stolen articles during this tournament. My team's registration/entry fee is acknowledgement of this statement. If you would like to register by credit/debit card, please call our office at 320-693-2354.

Mini Dragonaires Grades 4 & 5 Diana Gertken & Joel Green Does your 4th or 5th grader want more singing in their life? Join Mrs. Gertken & Mr. Green for after school choir! We will meet most Tuesdays for the months of October through December and there will be at least one performance opportunity. The rehearsal and performance schedule will be shared once school begins. Register for the $60.00 option if your student is new to Mini-Dragonaires and needs us to order them a performance shirt or for those wanting to order a new performance shirt. Register for the $45.00 option if your student already has a performance shirt from previous participation.

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 peaceful afternoon at Anderson Gardens, where you can unleash your creativity and paint the beautiful flora all around you. We've got everything covered with complimentary snacks and all the painting materials you'll need.

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. RC Car Racing Gr. K-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.

Ready, Set, Sew! BOOKMARKS (3rd grade and up): Do you love to read AND do you want to learn a new skill? Come learn basic sewing machine skills while making 3 bookmarks to take home! All materials and sewing tools will be provided. Bring a book along to read if you finish early! DRAWSTRING BACKPACK (4th grade and up): In this class you will learn basic sewing machine skills and make a drawstring backpack for yourself! No previous sewing skills are required, and all materials will be provided. ROLL UP PENCIL CASE (4th grade and up): Come create your own pencil case to take your art supplies on the go! No previous sewing skills are required, and all materials will be provided. You will even get a notebook and colored pencils to fill your case when you are finished sewing! *Registration deadlines are one week prior to class start date.

This Culinary STEM class is designed for kids to learn some Biology/Chemistry concepts as well as learning cooking techniques. We will be making 2 edible crafts: Edible DNA as well as Wintery Galaxy Popcorn. Let's have some fun while we cook, eat and learn about DNA, Genetics and Popcorn Chemistry. Includes supplies and ingredients.

In this STEM class we will be learning how Cotton Candy is made WITH and WITHOUT a machine. We will be exploring the science on how Cotton Candy is made by heating and spinning flavored sugar and Jolly Ranchers. We will also be playing games for fun prizes like a CARNIVAL and EVERY child will go home with Cotton Candy and Lots of Prizes. Come and have some fun with your friends and enjoy the CARNIVAL. Includes supplies and ingredients.

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.

Join us for a Squishmallow adventure!! Your favorite Squishmallow is needed to partner up with you for lots of games and relays - so make sure to bring it from home on the day of class!! Everyone will also receive a very special gift from Ms. B. Includes supplies and ingredients.