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Medicare 101Business, Finance & RetirementIntroduction to Medicare Part A and B, Part C and D, Medicare supplements, when to enroll, and special enrollments periods.Summer 2026 -
Minecraft Engineering ChallengeYouth EnrichmentTake your Minecraft skills to the next level with Minecraft Engineering Challenge, the ultimate STEM-powered sequel for fans of the game! Students will dive into the world of Redstone to design circuits, build logic gates, and optimize resource pipelines while sharpening problem-solving and systems thinking skills. The camp builds toward an exciting “Engineering Olympics,” where participants put their creations to the test in timed challenges that reward both creativity and efficiency. This camp offers a hands-on way to explore real engineering concepts inside the game kids already love—perfect for players ready to go beyond building and into the science of how things work!Summer 2026 -
Minecraft OlympicsYouth EnrichmentThe "Minecraft Olympics" is a dynamic three-day summer camp designed to immerse participants in the thrilling world of Minecraft while fostering teamwork, creativity, and friendly competition. Campers will engage in daily Build Battles, showcasing their imaginative prowess in constructing awe-inspiring structures aligned with diverse themes. Through this immersive experience, participants not only deepen their understanding of Minecraft's gameplay but also cultivate camaraderie and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment. The "Minecraft Olympics" promises a thrilling adventure for campers seeking to combine their love for Minecraft with a collaborative team experience that students won’t soon forget.Summer 2026 -
Minnesota State FairDaytime AdventuresExperience the excitement of the Great Minnesota Get-Together without the hassle of parking or traffic! Our comfortable coach bus will drop you off right at the fair entrance, so you can focus on all the food, fun, and festivities. Registration covers transportation only. Don’t forget to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your fair-day excitement! Participants must purchase their own fair admission ticket: $15 per ticket for ages 18 and under $15 per ticket for ages 65 and up $18 per ticket for ages 19-64 Your trip fee includes motorcoach transportation. Register no later than August 15. No refunds on trips. Depart from Behind Harbor Freight (Old Shopko). Remember to arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. If a waitlist is indicated, you can either contact our office to inquire about tickets or proceed with enrollment. We will contact you if tickets become available.Summer 2026 -
Model Rocketry CampYouth EnrichmentHave some fun this summer learning to build your own model rocket! Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, there is a rocket class for you! These classes are for 2nd grade and older. Basic, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert classes, the class price includes one reusable rocket and one engine. Expert class must supply their own challenging kit and engines. Contact Ken Fiscus (ken.fiscus@alschools.org) with questions about your chosen rocket kit. LAUNCH DAY: Thursday, August 6th at Southwest Middle School Athletic Field Two session times are available: 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.A parent must attend launch day. Individual Class Descriptions Basic Model RocketryThis is an introduction to the exciting hobby of model rocketry. We will discuss model construction, safety and build a Wizard rocket to launch on launch day. Class fee includes one reusable rocket and one engine. Intermediate Model RocketryBuild on the skills you learned in Basic Model Rocketry. Construct an Alpha rocket and launch it. Class fee includes one reusable rocket and one engine. Advanced Model RocketryTake what you learn in Intermediate Model Rocketry and add to it. Each student will build a challenging Olympus rocket to launch. Class fee includes one reusable rocket and one engine. Expert Model RocketryBoost your rocketry skills further in this expert level class. Each student must supply their own challenging kit and engines. Contact Ken Fiscus (ken.fiscus@alschools.org) with questions about your chosen rocket kit.Summer 2026 -
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Parent's Night OutRock GymNeed a night out? Drop off your kids ages 6-12 years off for an evening of fun at the rock gym while you enjoy some well-deserved time to yourself! Each Parent’s Night Out is packed with exciting, instructor-led activities that vary by event—so no two nights are the same. Kids may spend the evening rock climbing, getting creative with arts and crafts, playing gym games, building with Legos, or learning a simple, kid-friendly recipe. Weather permitting, they may also head outside for kayaking, archery, or outdoor games—adding an extra dose of adventure to their night! What to Bring: Tennis shoes Water bottle Snack We’ll keep your kids active, creative, and entertained—you just enjoy your night out! Limited spots available! Deadline to register is the Wednesday before the start date.Summer 2026 -
Passive Income 101: Create Products That Sell While You SleepBusiness, Finance & RetirementUnlock the secrets to earning money around the clock. This dynamic class teaches you practical strategies and step-by-step tools to develop, launch, and automate income- generating products that keep working for you with minimal ongoing effort. You’ll learn how to identify profitable opportunities (50 ideas included!), build irresistible offerings, master automated sales and marketing systems, and scale your income streams—all while protecting your work and overcoming common hurdles. Get ready to transform your ideas into a powerful, passive income machine that works day and night. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.Summer 2026 -
Punch Pass: Rock Gym - BoathouseExperiential EducationHow to Purchase and Use Punch Passes You can now purchase punch passes online or at the Community Education office! Follow these simple steps to get started: Purchasing Your Pass: Punch passes are available for credit card purchase online or in-person with a credit card, check or cash at the Community Education office. To purchase online, simply add the pass to your cart under the purchaser's name and proceed through the checkout process. Once your purchase is confirmed, we’ll prepare your pass for pick-up within two office business days. Pick-Up Options: During your purchase, please indicate whether you’d like to pick up your punch pass at the Community Education office (Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM) or from staff at the Rock Gym during open hours (Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM). Using Your Punch Pass: Punch passes are valid for both the Rock Gym and Boathouse. They can be used by the purchaser and other members of their group. To attend the Rock Gym or Boathouse, you must register online ahead of time and select the punch pass option as your payment method for each person in your party. Any balance remaining can be paid during registration. Punch passes expire one year from the purchase date.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Rock GymOpen Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays Year-Round from 6:00pn-9:00pm. Located at 211 West Richway Drive, Albert Lea, MN, Gym B. Preregistration is required.Category -
Starting SoonRock GymRock GymThe Rock Gym is open on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Preregistration is required! The rock gym welcomes climbers of all ages and experience levels! Enjoy our beginner to expert graded routes, our bouldering wall, Kilterboard, rope climbing and more. Our experienced staff are available to belay and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Come explore and make your indoor rock climbing adventure unforgettable! Important Notes: If you are unable to register, it means we are either full or closed due to weather, low enrollments, or unforeseen circumstances. No cash or checks are accepted at the Rock Gym. Payment must be made online with a credit card. The cost is $10 per climber. Parents/Guardians must complete registration for their minors (18 years and younger). All children must be accompanied by an adult. If you are not participating in rock climbing but are simply there to supervise your child or spectate, there is no need to sign up. Punch Passes Now Available: You can now purchase punch passes online by clicking HERE or at the Community Education office. If you've purchased a punch pass, please select this option from the dropdown menu. Remember to bring your punch pass to the Rock Gym for check-in, where our staff will punch your card. Planning a Birthday Party?While the Rock Gym is not available for private birthday parties, you can still host your celebration during regular open gym hours! Simply have each parent register their child online through our normal sign-up process. A table with chairs may be available for use with prior notification to the Community Education Office during business hours. If you’d like to cover the cost of the children attending, please contact our office prior to any sign ups at 507-379-5318—we’d be happy to assist you with the details. The Rock Gym is located at Brookside Education Center, Gym B, 211 W Richway Drive, Albert Lea, MN 56007. For any questions, please contact our office at 507-379-5318.Summer 2026 -
NewSTARS Mentoring Boating NightBoathouseThis is a event exclusively for members of Stars Mentoring. Participants must be part of this group in order to register. Preregistration is required! Paddle your way across beautiful Fountain Lake with our kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and canoes. Important Notes: If you are unable to register, it means we are either full or closed due to weather, low enrollments, or unforeseen circumstances. Parents/Guardians must complete registration for their minors (18 years and younger). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Equipment is limited. We will hold your reservation up to a half hour after the time listed in your registration. Who should select 'Passenger'? Choose this option if you are riding as a passenger on any equipment. For example, if you’re in a canoe (which costs $10), only one person needs to pay—but everyone in the canoe must register online and agree to the required waivers. The Boathouse is located at the Brookside Boat Landing by Brookside Education Center (211 W Richway Dr). If you have any questions please contact our office at 507-379-5318.Summer 2026 -
Spanish Sports & Games Summer Camp: Vamos a Ganar! (Let’s Win!) – Live VirtualYouth EnrichmentGet ready to play, compete, and celebrate en español! In this dynamic camp, kids explore the world of sports, games, and the Olympics while learning Spanish through interactive activities, songs, and teamwork. Campers will build vocabulary, practice mini conversations, and discover games and athletes from across the Spanish-speaking world — all in a fun, high-energy environment. By the end of camp, every camper will have earned their spot on Team Español — with stronger language skills, new friendships, and memories that last far beyond the finish line. Ready, set... ¡Vamos a Ganar! No sports experience required! Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition. Prerequisites: the ability to access Zoom and basic working computer knowledge is essential. This is a live, online class. Your zoom link will be sent via email from Future Language Professionals 24-48 hours before the class start date.Summer 2026 -
Start Your Own Online Business: A Beginner's GuideBusiness, Finance & RetirementLooking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to: Find a gap in a niche market and fill it Build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so Potential customers will find you; Take care of business forms and taxes; Create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.Summer 2026 -
Summer ResetFitnessUnwind, release, and restore. This gentle, low-impact class is designed to help you let go of tension, improve mobility, and reconnect with your body. Through slow stretching, mindful movement, and guided breathing, you’ll ease tight muscles—especially in the hips, back, and shoulders—while creating space for total relaxation. Perfect for all levels, this class offers a peaceful reset for both body and mind. Please bring a yoga mat or towel and dress in layers.Summer 2026 -
TEEN: 50 Money Making Side Hustles for TeensYouth EnrichmentHey, Teen! What's the fastest way to make money as a teenager? The answer is a side hustle. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait till you're over a certain age to earn $ with side hustles that can easily fit into your teen life — between all the classes, chill sessions, and extracurricular activities. And, most of these side hustles don’t require you to study more, won’t interfere with your social life, and can help you hit any financial goal — maybe even get that car! You’ll leave class loaded with information about how to fill out any legal forms to get the business started, and details about 50 profitable side hustle ideas to get you going fast. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructors include a guest teen entrepreneur, and a longtime instructor LeeAnne Krusemark who is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.Summer 2026 -
TEEN: Create Your Own Merch (Design, Sell, and Ship Like a CEO)Youth EnrichmentHave a great idea for a T-shirt, sticker, or hoodie? Turn your creativity into cash! In this class, you’ll learn how to design your own merch that people actually want to buy, set up an online shop, and ship your stuff like a pro. You’ll learn the ins and outs of branding, marketing, and a taste of what it’s like to run your own business—CEO style. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, an award winning business owner, has been helping teen entrepreneurs succeed for years. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.Summer 2026 -
TEEN: How to Make Money on Social Media (Without Being Famous)Youth EnrichmentThink you need millions of followers to cash in on social media? Think again. In this power-packed session, teens will discover how to turn their social media savvy into real money—no fame required. Learn insider strategies for building authentic engagement, creating content that sells, and tapping into brand partnerships and side hustles that fit your style and schedule. Whether you’re dreaming of your first paycheck or a side income, this class gives you the tools to start earning NOW, using the platforms you already love. Get ready to unlock your social media potential and make money on your terms! You’ll get awesome handouts to keep and use later—all included in the class fee. Your instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, is a total pro: she’s led a Chamber of Commerce, writes and edits books, and teaches publishing classes across the country (yep, even at Harvard Adult Ed!). We’ll send you all the login info the day before, so you’re ready to jump right in.Summer 2026 -
Tiger Cub Child Care CenterTiger Cub Child Care Center is excited to serve the Albert Lea Area Schools' staff, family and the surrounding community. We provide an environment that encourages adventure, creativity, health self-concepts, respect for others, responsible behavior and positive attitudes. We look forward to providing quality child care in the Albert Lea area for years to come. Please note: Our licensed child care center is for children six weeks - preschool age. Tiger Cub Child Care will strengthen families and support the ability of all parents to provide the best possible environment for the health, growth and development of their children. We will provide a comprehensive curriculum based on best practices and research on early brain development and learning. At Tiger Cub Child Care we offer a wide variety of activities to promote children's brain development, including curriculum provided by Creative Curriculum Gold. Our infant & toddler child care programs are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (651-431-6500). We are currently licensed to serve up to 44 children at a time in the infant and toddler/preschool classrooms, 16 infants and 28 toddlers/preschool age. The maximum child to staff ratio is 7:1 for toddlers/preschool and 4:1 for infants. Infant Program (6 weeks – 15 months) Contracted Rate: Weekly 40 hour/week minimum Hours per day Amount per Week Based on Full Contract Daily Drop-In Cost Option A- 8 hours $280.00 $70.00 Option B- 8.5 hours $297.00 $70.00 Option C- 9 hours $315.00 $70.00 Option D- 9.5 hours $333.00 $70.00 Option E- 10 hours $350.00 $70.00 Contracted Rate: WeeklyToddler Program #1 (16 mo.–preschool age) 40 hour/week minimum Hours per day Amount per week Based on Full Contract Daily Drop-In Cost Option A- 8 hours $260.00 $65.00 Option B- 8.5 hours $276.00 $65.00 Option C- 9 hours $292.00 $65.00 Option D- 9.5 hours $309.00 $65.00 Option E- 10 hours $325.00 $65.00 Please review the following documents prior to registration. Tiger Cub Child Care Center Parent Handbook 2025-2026 2025-2026 Tiger Cub Child Care Center Calendar Tiger Cub Child Care Center Emergency PlanChild Care Program -
Tiger Pride Youth Football Summer CampYouth EnrichmentTiger Pride Youth Football Camp is open to youth entering grades 3-12. Camp will focus on basic football skills from all positions and making football fun. Each participant will be provided a camp t-shirt and a sports drink/water daily. Each session will end with a game of ultimate football. Following their camp session on Wednesday, athletes will be provided with a meal, courtesy of the Tiger Football Boosters. Students should wear a t-shirt, shorts and tennis shoes or cleats to attend camp. There will be a Punt, Pass and Kick Competition in the youth and middle school camps, with awards presented at halftime of the first varsity home game. Come out to The Gus and show your Tiger Pride! T-SHIRTS NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERING AFTER JULY 6. *Financial assistance is available, contact Coach Dunn (paul.dunn@alschools.org).Summer 2026 -
Walk, Talk & PlayParent EducationFor parents and children ages birth-5 years. Grab your stroller and bring your little ones for a fun and refreshing time at Walk, Talk & Play! Parents of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to meet at the Boathouse parking lot for a casual walk along the trail behind Brookside. Along the way, enjoy conversation, connect with other parents, and share in supportive parenting discussion. After the walk, we’ll head to the Boathouse picnic tables for a healthy snack and a simple, fun activity for the kids. The fee includes a healthy snack and activity. When registering, please select one of the options below. If your child will be attending with you, please add them as an additional user so we can plan for supplies for this community based class. Parent only: $5 Parent & Infant: $5 Parent & Toddler or PreK Child: $10ECFE Summer 2026 -
YouTube Creator & ShoutcastingYouth EnrichmentTurn your love of gaming into an on-screen (and on-mic) talent! In YouTube Creator & Shoutcasting, students will step into the world of esports media by planning highlight reels, recording their own voice-overs, and practicing shoutcasting—the art of delivering hype- filled, crystal-clear game commentary. Along the way, they’ll learn pacing, energy, and clarity while also covering essential “safe streaming” practices to keep their online presence positive and protected. The camp wraps up with a polished final project blending gameplay clips, graphics, and live commentary—giving students the tools and confidence to create content like their favorite streamers and esports casters.Summer 2026 -
Youth ArcheryYouth EnrichmentCLASS OPTIONS INTRODUCTION TO ARCHERY BASICS (BEGINNER)Get ready to channel your inner Robin Hood with this beginner's guide to Archery! Staff at the Full Draw Archery Club will teach you the right way to grip the bow, take aim and let those arrows fly. No need to worry about owning equipment because we've got you covered. By the end of the course, you'll have a good grasp on the sport of archery, how to shoot and, who knows, maybe this is just the beginning of your archery journey! INTERMEDIATE ARCHERYThis intermediate archery course will teach you how to shoot and score various league and competition shots. To be eligible to participate, you must have completed the beginner course or have at least two years of archery shooting experience. TRADITIONAL ARCHERYAttendees will learn the art of shooting Traditional Archery. You will learn to properly fit, draw, aim and shoot a traditional long bow. IMPORTANT NOTES The letters "LH" behind the course number indicates you are signing up for a left handed bow. The letters "RH" behind the course number indicates you are signing up for a right handed bow. Below are the current class options and dates available. If you cannot find the desired level, please revisit for upcoming dates or contact our office for further details at 507-379-5318.Summer 2026 -
Youth EnrichmentA variety of opportunities for youth to learn, grow and build friendships.Category