Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed

Everyone has heard about the importance of good gut health, but understanding it and how to use the information in your life can be confusing. This course will introduce you to gut health, the importance of a healthy gut and how to assess your current gut health. We will talk through ways to get or maintain a healthy gut and share eating habits and recipes that will promote good gut health. You will leave class with actionable, real ways to change your health. Taught by Instructor Carmen Hern, NBC-HWC Session 1: Thursday, March 2 | Eureka High School | 6:30-8:00 p.m. *Please note location change from printed catalog Session 2: Tuesday, April 4 | Parkway Southwest Middle School | 6:30-8:00 p.m. Ages 18+ $19 | $9.50 Gold, $14.25 Silver) Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 60 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 60 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events.

Learn the basics of a new outdoor skill on First Fridays! This year-round program offers different program topics each month lead by a variety of instructors. Programs include archery, fire building, hiking, geocaching, kayaking, and more! Sign up for all 12 First Friday classes and save! Full Year | 12 sessions | $179 | $89.50 Gold Card, $152.15 Silver Card (Updated for the remaining 9 sessions $135.00 | $67.50 Gold Card, $114.75 Silver Card) Quarterly | 3 sessions | $49.00 | $24.50 Gold Card, $41.65 Silver Card Q1: September 9, October 7, November 4 Q2: December 2, January 6, February 3 Q3: March 3, April 7, May 5 Q4: June 2, July 7, August 4 Daily | 1 session | $19.00 | $9.50 Gold Card, $16.15 Silver Card Choose dates: September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4 Location: To be determined and emailed Quarter 2 December 2: Fire building (We will start small with the art of the no-match fire, learn what to carry with you while hiking and how to build a fire to relax in front of, with no accelerant) January 6: Outdoor Cooking (We will different cooking methods including types of outdoor stoves, and will make a few delicious treats for ourselves) February 3: Navigating Trails (How to read a map, topography, basic compass use, and trail markers) Quarter 3 March 3: Nature Photography (Learn Nature Photography basics from an experienced photographer who takes photos for the Missouri Botanical Gardens) April 7: Bird ID Hike (Hike with an experienced birder who will discuss some basics of birding, how to identify bird calls and what resources they use to identify birds) May 5: Wildflower Hike and ID (Find some of the best trails for wildflower hikes, how to slow down and smell the native species and what resources we use to ID on the move) Quarter 4 June 2: Fishing (Learn the basics of fishing; from how to tie and bait the hook and where to cast your reel, to how to remove the fish and what to have in your tackle box) July 7: Kayaking 101 (Intro to Kayaking includes how to enter/exit the boat, different boats, holding the paddle properly, and types of turns) August 4: Stand Up Paddleboards/SUP (Jump into the world of SUP and learn how to stand up, and where to enjoy this hobby) Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 60 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 60 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events.

Looking for more inclusive activity opportunities that fit your child’s interests and needs? Explore a multi-sensory environment filled with activities in the areas of: tactile, visual, auditory, and vestibular (movement). Activities are set up to engage at your own pace and desire. Parents must accompany their child for the duration of the program. This program is in collaboration with Parkway and Rockwood's Parents As Teachers Program. Session 1: Saturday, February 4 | Parkway West Middle School Session 2: Saturday, March 4 | Selvidge Middle School Grades PreK-5 | 9:00-10:00 a.m. $25

Are you a dino-enthusiast? Learn more about your favorite dinosaurs, create your own dinosaur, and get ready for roaring fun! Taught by Community Ed Instructors. Grades K-5 Saturday, March 4 | Selvidge Middle School 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Young and beginning players will have a ball while learning fundamental skills and rules. They’ll also show off those skills in engaging game-like situations while having FUN! Offered in partnership with Totally Groomed Pros Sports. Grades: K-2 | 6 sessions Session 2a: Mighty Mites | Saturdays, starts April 1 | 9:00-9:50 a.m. | Eureka Elementary (no class 4/8) Session 2b: Mighty Mites | Saturdays, starts April 15 | 9:00-9:50 a.m. | Henry Elementary Session 2c: Mighty Mites | Tuesdays, starts March 7 | 6:15-7:05 p.m. | River Bend Elementary (no class 3/21) *Note location change from printed catalog Session 2d: Mighty Mites | Wednesday, starts March 29 | 6:15-7:05 p.m. | Parkway West Middle School $109

If you’ve completed a mighty mites session, allow us to GROOM your skills even further. This process allows players to develop more athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set both offensively & defensively. Instructor: Partnership with Totally Groomed Pros Sports Grades: 2-3 | 6 sessions Session 1a: Saturdays, starts January 21 | 10:00-10:50 a.m. | Eureka Elementary Session 1b: Saturdays, starts January 21 | 10:00-10:50 a.m. | Henry Elementary Session 1c: Tuesdays, starts January 17 | 7:15-8:05 p.m. | River Bend Elementary *Note location change from printed catalog Session 1d: Wednesday, starts January 18 | 7:15-8:05 p.m. | Parkway West Middle School Session 2a: Saturdays, starts April 1 | 10:00-10:50 a.m. | Eureka Elementary (no class 4/8) Session 2b: Saturdays, starts April 15 | 10:00-10:50 a.m. | Henry Elementary Session 2c: Tuesdays, starts March 7 | 7:15-8:05 p.m. | River Bend Elementary (no class 3/21) *Note location change from printed catalog Session 2d: Wednesday, starts March 29 | 7:15-8:05 p.m. | Parkway West Middle School $109

Students will learn about the symbolism of Mandalas. Come and unwind, creating your own pattern of a soothing and relaxing Mandala with layers of intricate designs. This program is available to HS students and adults. Ages 14+ Wednesday, March 15 | Selvidge Middle School | 6:00-8:00 p.m. Price $35 Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance.

Watch the woods come back to life as we visit glades, prairies, forests and other unique MO ecosystems to see the variety of native wildflowers blossom. This series will be held on a different trail each week. Hiking locations will be sent out each week prior to the hike and will include state parks and conservations areas in the St. Louis region (within an hour drive of West County). All trails will be marked easy to moderate and will average 2-3 miles in length. Instructor: Aimee Gao Ages 18+ Thursdays | Starts March 16 | 6 sessions Session 1: 10:00-12:00 a.m. Session 2: 1:00-3:00 p.m. $89 | $44.50 Gold Card, $75.65 Silver Card Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 60 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 60 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events.

Change is hard, even if you are motivated to make a change! Any change- small changes to big changes -all require taking the first step first. In this class we will talk through changes you want to make in your own life, why we resist changes, why you haven’t taken action and then make a plan you can stick to- and we’ll have fun along the way. Taught by Instructor Carmen Hern, NBC-HWC Session 1: Thursday, March 16 | Rockwood Valley Middle School | 6:30-8:00 p.m. Session 2: Tuesday, April 25 | Selvidge Middle School | 6:30-8:00 p.m. Ages 18+ $19 | $9.50 Gold, $14.25 Silver) Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 60 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 60 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events.

Have you always wanted to be a writer but don't know where to start? This intro to creative writing class will talk about different types of creative writing (stories, novels, memoirs, essays, poems), how publishing works, and building a healthy writing practice. Taught by CE Instructor Sarahlynn Lester. Please note that this class includes students in grades 9-12 and adults. Ages 14+ Wednesday, March 29 | Parkway Central Middle School | 6:00-8:00 p.m. Price $29 | $14.50 Gold Card, $24.65 Silver Card Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 60 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 60 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events.

Woerther has partnered with the Missouri Depart of Conservation (MDC) to bring our 4th and 5th grade students and one of their adult family members the Discover Nature Fishing Program! The MDC has graciously loaned Woerther fishing equipment for each student to use during the program. The Woerther Parent-Child Fishing Program is an outdoor education program that is designed for our fourth and fifth grade students to develop a strong connection to nature and conservation. STEM activities will be taught focusing on enhancing all of the participants knowledge of science. Meeting Dates: 3/30, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25 The program will meet for 5 sessions. Tuesday night meeting at Woerther Gym on Thursday, March 30 - 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday morning meeting dates at New Ballwin Park Lake, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25 (Notice: Dates may change or be cancelled due to weather) * A family member must also sign-up as a participant

Do you think science, technology, engineering, art and math belong only in the classroom? Think outside the box while you build, roll, scramble and team up to beat these challenges! Friday, March 31 | Parkway Northeast Middle School Grades K-5 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. $29

Calling all Student Athletes, Gaga Ball Champions, Kickball Legends, Dodgeball Pros, and anyone that just wants to have fun!!! Join us for this awesome 3-hour session that simulates a day at one of our awesome week-long, Rec Academy, camp programs. With Gaga in our giant inflatable pit, foam tipped archery, and tons of other great games on the agenda, this program is sure to impress. Instructor: Partnership with Recreation Academy Ages 9-14 Friday, March 31 | 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Parkway South Middle $45

If you’ve completed Mighty Mites 1 & 2 sessions, allow us to GROOM your skills even further. This process allows players to develop more athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set both offensively & defensively. Instructor: Partnership with Totally Groomed Pros Sports Grades: 3-4 | 6 sessions Session 1a: Saturdays, starts January 21 | 11:00-11:50 a.m. | Eureka Elementary *Canceled Session 1b: Saturdays, starts January 21 | 10:00-10:50 a.m. | Henry Elementary *Please note time change from printed catalog Session 2a: Saturdays, starts April 1 | 11:00-11:50 a.m. | Eureka Elementary (no class 4/8) Session 2b: Saturdays, starts April 15 | 11:00-11:50 a.m. | Henry Elementary $109

Little kickers will get introduced to the basic skills through fun, instructional games. Each week, players will receive approximately 30 minutes of instructional practice followed by 30 minutes of game play. Offered in partnership with St. Louis Scott Gallagher.

Use the LEGO we provide along with some extra supplies like marbles, balloons, rubber bands, and more to make exciting projects that are guaranteed to do something cool. Projects will “sail”, “take-off”, “fly”, “catapult”, and “race”! In every class, we will build a functioning model while we learn the STEM skills behind how they work and practice problem solving skills, teamwork skills, and become better communicators. Taught by Community Ed Instructors.

Learn to shoot a bow and arrow under the close supervision of skilled Community Ed staff. This class is designed for beginners with minimal experience and all equipment is provided. No outside equipment will be allowed. Instructor: Scott Moser Grades 4-8 Session 1: Mondays, starts April 3 | 3 Sessions | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Session 2: Mondays, starts April 24 | 3 Sessions | 4:30-5:30 p.m. Selvidge Middle School $39

Art that doesn't stop! This fast paced class will get the next great artist moving from project to project. Art projects are designed to be completed quickly and many times messy! Taught by Community Ed Instructors.

Who doesn't love a game of kickball? Participants will learn to play the game, work on teamwork/developing skills and have fun. We'll have a little something different every week with cool new games. Offered in partnership with The Recreation Academy

Jr Robotics teaches students how to use drag and drop programming for robots using LEGO WeDo software. We will build a variety of robots using LEGO bricks. Then we will program the robots with WeDo software from and control the robot from a tablet. Grades K-5 | 6 sessions | 6:15-7:15 p.m. Session 1: Wednesdays, starts January 25 | Wren Hollow Elementary (No class on February 15) Session 2: Tuesdays, starts April 4 | Green Pines Elementary $119

Every Kidding Around Yoga class offers a complete, age-appropriate Yoga practice including breathing instruction, relaxation techniques, stretching and strengthening poses, all using fun-filled music, games, and imagination. KAY’s secret is our playfulness, keeping your child motivated, excited, and moving. This is not your typical Yoga class. A KAY class gets children singing, dancing, skipping, marching, jogging, shaking, laughing, hopping, limbo-ing, and storytelling ALL while practicing Yoga to original KAY music. Kidding Around Yoga classes are a unique opportunity to give your child skills that will provide a sense of balance, calm, and power for years to come. Instructor: Partnership with Rhythm N Ruach Grades K-5 and parent | 6:15-7:00 p.m. Session 1: Tuesdays, starts January 24 | 6 sessions | Westridge Elementary *Please note location change from printed catalog (Canceled) Session 2: Tuesdays, starts April 4 | 6 sessions | Craig Elementary Price $69 per person (must register parent and child)

Bally Hoo! Bally Hoo! Welcome to the big top! Have you ever wanted to run away with the circus? This is your chance! In Circus Skills Camp you'll learn to juggle a variety of things by yourself and with a partner. You'll learn acrobatic skills-- walking on stilts, balancing on the rolla bolla. You'll learn clown skills, funy skits and gags, plate spinning, flower sticks twirling, and much more! The camp culminates with the students performing a circus to their family and friends! Offered in partnership with Abra-kid-Abra.

Think it! Draw it! Make it! Learn, design and create amazing things. Take a journey to the farthest reaches of the imagination while learning the rainforest. Mars, and a futuristic city. Use the design thinking process to solve real-world problems in these different environments. Experiment with Crayola products and many art techniques like sculpting, collage and mixed media. Discover design careers like graphic design, fashion design, and board game design. Offered in partnership with Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis.

Discover the world of pH! Mix up chemical reaction! Enter the world of chemistry! Make gooey slime, discover what makes reactions go, learn to use the tools that chemists use. Watch bubbling potions pop their tops! Turn cool colors with temperature and pH changes and see what makes things glow in the dark. Polymers and catalysts are just two of the fascinating concepts our young Mad Scientists explore in this thrilling trip through the world of the chemistry lab! Offered in partnership with Mad Science.