Community Education plays a key role in supporting youth through focused programs and opportunities. We provide more than just education and enrichment, we help contribute to a sound and thriving community by providing young people with engaging activities that help them grow.
Scroll down to view our latest enrichment and athletic activities for youth. Or click a program below to learn more.
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Enrichment
Providing fun activities and learning opportunities for children year-round; after-school, in the evenings and on the weekends; to enhance your child's academic and social experiences while out of school.
Athletics
Elementary and middle school athletic programs are supervised and led by certified coaches, licensed teachers or knowledgeable staff who emphasize skill development, participation, teamwork, and respect for others. Community Education also offers camps and clinics to help students gear up for the athletic programs offered at South Washington County high schools.
Kids Club
Kids Club (grades K-3) and Upgrade (grades 4-5) is the school district school-age child care program, open to all South Washington County Schools students and provided at all elementary school sites throughout the district. Out-of-School Time (OST) care is available before and after school and all day on school release days, including winter, spring and summer breaks.
Swimming
Swimming and water safety is a skill that your children will use for life! SoWashCo Schools Community Education offers swimming lessons to support youth with a wide range of skill levels.
Youth Activities
South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) offers activities and classes for youth through SoWashCo Community Education. Activities and classes are conveniently offered at your child's school, partner locations within our community and online.
Click on the course title to view more information including times, dates and locations. Select a tab to view courses appropriate for your child's current grade level.
To see our full list of current offerings visit sowashco.ce.eleyo.com. Course offerings vary per session.
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Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Practice sprinting, throwing, relay running, jumping and distance running. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track and field performance.
Grades K-5
Learn to decorate with frosting, gum paste and food coloring, play fun games and win prizes while decorating a delicious 6” cake to enjoy at home.
Age 8-18
During this workshop, you will use hand-building techniques to make a variety of decorative objects (vase, bowl, animal creatures, etc.). Create and glaze objects during both sessions.
Grades 2-5
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Learn to sew, including basic sewing techniques, tools, a variety of stitches and practice with a sewing machine. Create new projects each month.
Ages 8-12
Middle School Track emphasizes skill development and team play. Students are instructed in the fundamentals of the sport and will participate in a few meets within South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) district.
Grades 6-8
Swimming lessons, specialty classes, fitness and recreational opportunities for adults and children as young as 12 months.
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
We offer classes for girls and boys ages 18 months-18 years old.
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Elementary
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Practice sprinting, throwing, relay running, jumping and distance running. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track and field performance.
Grades K-5
During this workshop, you will use hand-building techniques to make a variety of decorative objects (vase, bowl, animal creatures, etc.). Create and glaze objects during both sessions.
Grades 2-5
Learn to decorate with frosting, gum paste and food coloring, play fun games and win prizes while decorating a delicious 6” cake to enjoy at home.
Age 8-18
Learn to sew, including basic sewing techniques, tools, a variety of stitches and practice with a sewing machine. Create new projects each month.
Ages 8-12
Have an active and fun summer: learn a new skill or enjoy a fun hobby! Courses for adults and youth! Catalogs will arrive in a couple of weeks. Get a sneak peek at commed.sowashco.org/catalogs
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Middle School
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During this workshop, you will use hand-building techniques to make a variety of decorative objects (vase, bowl, animal creatures, etc.). Create and glaze objects during both sessions.
Grades 2-5
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Middle School Track emphasizes skill development and team play. Students are instructed in the fundamentals of the sport and will participate in a few meets within South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) district.
Grades 6-8
Learn to decorate with frosting, gum paste and food coloring, play fun games and win prizes while decorating a delicious 6” cake to enjoy at home.
Age 8-18
Learn to sew, including basic sewing techniques, tools, a variety of stitches and practice with a sewing machine. Create new projects each month.
Ages 8-12
Have an active and fun summer: learn a new skill or enjoy a fun hobby! Courses for adults and youth! Catalogs will arrive in a couple of weeks. Get a sneak peek at commed.sowashco.org/catalogs
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
High School
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
During this workshop, you will use hand-building techniques to make a variety of decorative objects (vase, bowl, animal creatures, etc.). Create and glaze objects during both sessions.
Grades 2-5
Learn to decorate with frosting, gum paste and food coloring, play fun games and win prizes while decorating a delicious 6” cake to enjoy at home.
Age 8-18
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
Have an active and fun summer: learn a new skill or enjoy a fun hobby! Courses for adults and youth! Catalogs will arrive in a couple of weeks. Get a sneak peek at commed.sowashco.org/catalogs
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.