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Prek-3'sPreK 3 ProgrammingOur Four-Star Parent Aware PreK 3 program prepares children for lifelong success! PreK 3 curriculum is aligned with PreK 4 and the Minnesota Early Learning Standards. Classes are taught by licensed early childhood education teachers and administered by Columbia Heights Public Schools Community Education. Early Childhood Screening is required for all PreK 3 students. Transportation is not available for 3-year-old programming. To enroll in PreK 3-year-old classes, students must be three years old by September 1, 2026. Monthly tuition is based on a sliding fee scale ($25 registration fee is required to process your enrollment packet).School Year 2026-2027 PreK 3 Programming Site
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NewPreventing Frauds and ScamsSenior OfferingsFraud and scams are on the rise, with some scammers specifically targeting older adults. But there are ways you can protect yourself and your personal information. This free presentation, run by Minnesota Aging Pathways, includes information about fraud prevention, and you’ll learn how to detect and report fraud and scams, so you can keep your personal information and yourself safe.Fall 2026 -
NewQuick Pickled Veggies - Make and TakeCookingPickling is an ancient technique for preserving food for a long period of time! With this basic pickling recipe, you will learn how to prepare a variety of vegetables! Join CHPS Agriculture Specialist, Melissa Trent, in harvesting fresh vegetables from our school garden and pickling them. You will make and take a 12 oz jar of vegetables of your choice including radishes, beets, cucumbers, beans or carrots. You will also learn about different herbs and spices that can change the taste of your pickled veggies.This class will take place in Blooming Heights Garden, located behind the CHPS Family Center. *Please note: each card transaction will incur a processing fee of 3.29% of total amount plus $0.39. Checks, cash or ACH withdrawals will incur $0 fees. For checks or cash, payment can be brought to the CHPS District Office (door #2) on Mondays-Fridays from 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. when the district is open.Fall 2026 -
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School Year Adventure ClubAfter school child care for students Kindergarten through 5th grade. Care is provided after school starting August 31st, 2026 through June 10, 2027 until 6pm, Monday through Friday. Registration cut-off date to begin the first day of school is August 18, 2026. Some activities include outdoor play, homework time, arts & crafts and much more! Afternoon snack is provided as well. **A minimum of two business days is required from the time we receive your registration to the time your child can begin in the program. ***By registering online I agree to the rules and regulations in the 2026-2027 Adventure Club Handbook.Child Care Program
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Short session: ArtEarly Childhood Programs1- 5 years of age These thematic short sessions are a great way to try ECFE with your child OR if you are looking for an additional class to add to your week. Two licensed teachers, a children’s teacher and a parent educator will support this class. There will be time for parent/child interaction as well as a group time with stories, songs and activities. Nov. 12: Free Class preview @ Columbia Heights Public Library - no registrationECFE 2026-2027 -
Short session: Nature BasedEarly Childhood Programsages 1-5 These thematic short sessions are a great way to try ECFE with your child OR if you are looking for an additional class to add to your week. Two licensed teachers, a children’s teacher and a parent educator will support this class. There will be time for parent/child interaction as well as a group time with stories, songs and activities. Sept 3: Free Class preview @ Columbia Heights Public Library - no registration April 15: Free Class preview @ Columbia Heights Public Library - no registrationECFE 2026-2027 -
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Short session: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)Early Childhood Programs1- 5 years of age These thematic short sessions are a great way to try ECFE with your child OR if you are looking for an additional class to add to your week. Two licensed teachers, a children’s teacher and a parent educator will support this class. There will be time for parent/child interaction as well as a group time with stories, songs and activities. Feb. 11: Free Class @ Columbia Heights Public Library - no registrationECFE 2026-2027 -
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Stay and PlayEarly Childhood ProgramsLooking for something fun to do with your child? Drop in with your child to play and learn in a classroom rich with materials to explore. Enjoy free play, art activities and a chance to meet new friends! This class is free of charge and does not have a parent education time.ECFE 2026-2027 -
Summer Adventure ClubSummer Adventure Club is for children entering Kindergarten through fifth grade for Fall 2026. It is open June 15th - August 20th, 2026 from 6:30am-6pm, Monday - Friday. *Closed June 19th, June 29th-July 3rd* Program fees: *$53.00 per day, Non-refundable annual registration fee of $25 per child (or $50 per family) is due at the time of registration. If you were already enrolled in our 25-26 school year program you do not need to pay this fee again for summer. Non refundable $5 keyless entry prox card fee/ per card. *Choose your own schedule! This schedule must have a minimum of 16 days during the summer. Once you complete registration, you will be responsible for paying tuition for these chosen dates. No dates will be removed but you can add dates if space allows, just contact our office. **To begin on June 15th, registration must be received by Friday, May 22nd at the latest, unless we reach capacity before that time.Child Care Program
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Swimming Level 1 - Three Week SessionSwimmingLevel 1: For students 5 years old+ Is for students who have never had swimming lessons or those who are hesitant in water. This level focuses on being comfortable in the water and provides swimmers with fundamental skills such as floating on front and back, flutter kick and basic arm movements for front and back, as well as important water safety skills. Nivel 1: Para los Alumnos edades 5+Para estudiantes que nunca han tenido clases de natación o aquellos que titubean en el agua. Ayudará a los estudiantes a sentirse cómodos en el agua y proporcionará a los nadadores habilidades fundamentales como flotar de pecho o espalda, pataleo y movimientos básicos de los brazos hacia adelante y hacia atrás, e importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 1: 3 Week SessionSwimmingLevel 1: For students 5 years old+ Is for students who have never had swimming lessons or those who are hesitant in water. This level focuses on being comfortable in the water and provides swimmers with fundamental skills such as floating on front and back, flutter kick and basic arm movements for front and back, as well as important water safety skills. Nivel 1: Para los Alumnos edades 5+Para estudiantes que nunca han tenido clases de natación o aquellos que titubean en el agua. Ayudará a los estudiantes a sentirse cómodos en el agua y proporcionará a los nadadores habilidades fundamentales como flotar de pecho o espalda, pataleo y movimientos básicos de los brazos hacia adelante y hacia atrás, e importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 1: 5 Week SessionSwimmingLevel 1: For students 5 years old+ Is for students who have never had swimming lessons or those who are hesitant in water. This level focuses on being comfortable in the water and provides swimmers with fundamental skills such as floating on front and back, flutter kick and basic arm movements for front and back, as well as important water safety skills. Nivel 1: Para los Alumnos edades 5+Para estudiantes que nunca han tenido clases de natación o aquellos que titubean en el agua. Ayudará a los estudiantes a sentirse cómodos en el agua y proporcionará a los nadadores habilidades fundamentales como flotar de pecho o espalda, pataleo y movimientos básicos de los brazos hacia adelante y hacia atrás, e importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 1: 5 Week SessionSwimmingLevel 1: For students 5 years old+ Is for students who have never had swimming lessons or those who are hesitant in water. This level focuses on being comfortable in the water and provides swimmers with fundamental skills such as floating on front and back, flutter kick and basic arm movements for front and back, as well as important water safety skills. Nivel 1: Para los Alumnos edades 5+Para estudiantes que nunca han tenido clases de natación o aquellos que titubean en el agua. Ayudará a los estudiantes a sentirse cómodos en el agua y proporcionará a los nadadores habilidades fundamentales como flotar de pecho o espalda, pataleo y movimientos básicos de los brazos hacia adelante y hacia atrás, e importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 2 - Three Week SessionSwimmingLevel 2: Is for students who are comfortable in the water and are able to do basic swim strokes on front and back. This level builds upon the foundations of Level 1 through guided practice. Swimmers will work on front crawl, elementary backstroke, rhythmic breathing, as well as important water safety skills. Students must have passed Level 1 and be able to float independently.Nivel 2: Es para alumnos que se sienten cómodos en el agua y son capaces de realizar brazadas básicas de natación de frente y de espaldas. Este nivel se basa en los fundamentos del Nivel 1 a través de la práctica guiada. Los nadadores trabajarán en el crol de frente, espalda elemental, respiración rítmica, así como importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua. Los alumnos deben haber pasado el Nivel 1 y ser capaces de flotar de forma independiente.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 2: 5 Week SessionSwimmingLevel 2: Is for students who are comfortable in the water and are able to do basic swim strokes on front and back. This level builds upon the foundations of Level 1 through guided practice. Swimmers will work on front crawl, elementary backstroke, rhythmic breathing, as well as important water safety skills. Students must have passed Level 1 and be able to float independently.Nivel 2: Es para alumnos que se sienten cómodos en el agua y son capaces de realizar brazadas básicas de natación de frente y de espaldas. Este nivel se basa en los fundamentos del Nivel 1 a través de la práctica guiada. Los nadadores trabajarán en el crol de frente, espalda elemental, respiración rítmica, así como importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua. Los alumnos deben haber pasado el Nivel 1 y ser capaces de flotar de forma independiente.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 3 - Three Week SessionSwimmingLevel 3: Builds on skills through additional guided practice. Swimmers will work on front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke kick, and treading water, as well as important water safety skills. Students must have passed level 2, be able to swim the width of the pool and be comfortable in deeper water. Nivel 3: Desarrolla las habilidades a través de la práctica guiada adicional. Los nadadores trabajarán el crol de frente y de espalda, la espalda elemental, la patada de braza y la pisada del agua, así como importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua. Los alumnos deben haber superado el nivel 2, ser capaces de nadar el ancho de la piscina y sentirse cómodos en aguas más profundas.Fall 2026 -
Swimming Level 3: 5 Week SessionSwimmingLevel 3: Builds on skills through additional guided practice. Swimmers will work on front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke kick, and treading water, as well as important water safety skills. Students must have passed level 2, be able to swim the width of the pool and be comfortable in deeper water. Nivel 3: Desarrolla las habilidades a través de la práctica guiada adicional. Los nadadores trabajarán el crol de frente y de espalda, la espalda elemental, la patada de braza y la pisada del agua, así como importantes habilidades de seguridad en el agua. Los alumnos deben haber superado el nivel 2, ser capaces de nadar el ancho de la piscina y sentirse cómodos en aguas más profundas.Fall 2026 -
Terrific ToddlersEarly Childhood ProgramsSeparating 12 months through 30 months. Toddlers are curious and busy! Spend time with your child, exploring and engaging in activities, songs, and stories in the classroom for part of the morning. Engage in discussion with other parents/caregivers in an educator-led discussion, while your child interacts with peers and fun activities. For part of this class, parents will meet in a separate room with our parent educator to learn about child development, ask questions, and receive parenting support. Due to limited availability, please sign up for only one class. Stay and Play or Short Sessions are a great way to add to your week.ECFE 2026-2027 -
NewThe 5 Biggest Expenses in Retirement and How to Reduce ThemSenior OfferingsRetirement should be about freedom—not financial stress. In this free class, we’ll break down the 5 biggest expenses most retirees face and share practical strategies to help reduce or better manage them. From housing and healthcare to transportation and unexpected costs, you’ll walk away with simple, actionable ideas to help protect your income and make your money last.Fall 2026 -
NewThe Art of the ObituarySenior OfferingsAre you an obituary reader? What draws you to them? Do you think you will have to write one in the future? How will you do that? Are you curious about the idea of writing your own obituary? What might that sound like? Come for a free conversation and education about all things obituary--tools, hints, costs, examples--, with Marilaurice Hemlock. Marilaurice is a funeral celebrant, death educator, retired liturgist and pastoral minister, lover of words, writer of obituaries, and active member of the Land Conservation Natural Burial Project.Fall 2026