TriDistrict Community Education

Record your swim miles to earn a bragging rights t-shirt for 2024! Distance Key: 1 Length = one end of the pool to the other (25 yards) 1 Lap = 2 lengths or down & back (50 yards) 1 Mile = 35 laps (1760 yards) GOAL = 100 miles (176,000 yards or 3,520 laps) Yards swam divided by 1,760 (1 mile = 1,760 yards) Swim aids such as snorkels, fins, paddles, pull buoys and kickboards are acceptable to use. 2 miles per week = 100 miles in 50 weeks 3 miles per week = 100 miles in about 33 weeks 1 mile per day, 5 days a week = 100 miles in 20 weeks

The 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin are notorious for the tightly controlled image the Nazis presented to the world. These games also became a blueprint for future Games that are followed to the present day. We will look at the history of the Olympics and the complicated legacy of the 1936 Games. Presenter: David Jones

If you haven’t dipped your toes in the new District 197 Aquatic Center, summer is a great time to visit. Enjoy the quiet, weather-proof, uncrowded lanes of our lap swim and let the kids take over the outdoor pools for the summer! Adult lap swim is open for anyone ages 18+ who can swim 50 yards continuously. This is a non-instructional, swim at your own pace opportunity. Registration is required as space is limited. Requests for cancellations/refunds must be received by our office 7 days prior to the first class session. A $10 service charge will be applied to your refund. No refunds are issued after the first session or the registration deadline. Please call us if you have any questions at 651-403-8520

Thompson Times Subscription Subscription year runs from September 2023 through August 2024 and is printed 6 times throughout the year. Price is pro-rated as the year progresses.

If you prefer to walk, jog or run on a track versus residential streets or sidewalks, this is a great opportunity to get your exercise in. The Two Rivers Warrior Track is available for community use with a paid walking pass. Note: Track availability varies. Track pass users will need some flexibility, accessing the track only when it is not in use by District 197 programming and activities. Review the track use policy below: The Warrior Track pass may be used Monday-Sunday between 6 am-9 pm, but only when it is not in use by District 197 programming and activities. Our programming and activities vary based on curriculum, weather, unpredicted rescheduling of events, and district holidays. Shared use while school programming is running is not allowed. Community walkers must vacate the track anytime District 197 sponsored activities are occurring, even if the track area is not in use, so programming can run safely without distraction. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in deactivation of your walking pass. For the safety and security of students and our facility, athletic and activity schedules are not posted for the public. The track will be closed for the season after the first snowfall. It will reopen in the spring when the snow has melted, and there is no future snow predicted. Note: This pass is only good for the track portion of Warrior Field. Use of the turf field is not allowed. Absolutely NO pets, food or glass is allowed inside Warrior Field. Wear appropriate walking shoes. Step 1) Register for your walking pass. You can do so online here, or call 651-403-8520 to complete the registration process. Step 2) After you have registered, email facilities@isd197.org or call 651-403-8520 to request activation of your access card. Access cards can take up to 72 business hours to set up. Step 3) Once your card is activated, you will be contacted to schedule a pick up time. Access cards will not be mailed. Staff hours vary: please do not stop in for card pick up without previously verifying an appointment time.

A fascinating conversation with Cecily Sommers helps us make sense of our world at this moment in history. Named as a “Top 50 Female Futurist in the World”, Cecily offers guidance to meet these times with equanimity and wisdom. From her 25 years as a futurist, she’ll share her understanding of what changes over time, what doesn’t, and imagining what’s next. Cecily shows how the principles and practices of foresight also apply to change in our own lives. Presenter: Cecily Sommers, author of Think Like a Futurist

This course is perfect for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and at their desired pace. Online students prep for the ACT at their own pace and around their busy schedules. Instruction is pre-recorded and provided online via videos and slides. Students may access this course at any time and as often as needed. Please note that links to the online course are sent out once per week. Please allow one week to receive the information. Simley has scheduled their in-school ACT test open to 11th graders for March 12, this class will help you prepare for it.

Step back into the golden days of playground fun with playing kickball! Revisit the joy of carefree afternoons spent kicking balls and making memories with friends.This league focuses on high-enjoyment, good-attitude, quality entertainment and, most importantly, spending an evening with a bunch of fun people enjoying the social nature that is a game of Kickball! No Umpire on site. Registration is open to both individuals and teams consisting of a minimum of 10 players. Individuals may be added to an already established team or placed in a free agent team.

Are you seeking opportunities to practice Spanish? Unlock the world of Spanish fluency in this dynamic class! Dive into real-life conversations covering diverse topics such as 'un poco de todo' (a little of everything) and everyday Spanish. Engaging instructors foster an interactive environment, encouraging participants to practice practical vocabulary for home, work, travel, and leisure. Perfect for both new learners and returning students, this hands-on experience transforms language learning into a lively journey. Start speaking Spanish confidently today! Instructor: Futura Language

Virtual ACT Prep Class - Live Instructor This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-school class, but still prefers the interaction with one of the Advantage Educational Programs' instructors. The Virtual ACT Prep Course is the same as the In-School ACT Prep Course, but from the comfort of your own home. The instructors teach live via virtual classroom and are available to answer questions if needed. You will need an internet connection and a computer/tablet/smart phone. Instructions will be sent to you via email a few days before the course begins. Please make sure your email is entered correctly when registering, you will be asked to enter the email you wish to receive the course information. For more class information, call Gary at 612-222-5108 or visit www.advantageprep.net. Simley will offer the ACT test open to 11th graders in Spring of 2025, this class will help you prepare for it.

High energy, low impact water classes designed for all fitness levels. You will have fun as you are challenged with powerful, invigorating movements through the water.

Astrology We will pack as much into this 2 hour class as possible with such a vast and complex topic as astrology. Learn the 12 different zodiac signs from Aries to Pisces. What the Big Three are and why they rule so much of your life. How the planets and houses interact with your birth chart. Get the basics and watch the patterns of your life become clear. Instructor: Lily McNamara

Design fabulous fashions and things for your room using paint, tissue paper, canvas, clay, yarn and more. We’ll make a fancy headband, clay pendants, a colorful decoupage bracelet, a funny hat and paint a colorful canvas for your room. We’ll even learn to weave. Invite your family to a fashion show on the last day to show off your creations. Bring a beverage and nut-free snack every day.

Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? With friends, create cool gadgets to survive in the wild! Engineer a cool periscope, harness the power of the sun to cook (marshmallows! - yummy), a device for drinkable water, a shelter and so much more! Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage. Taught by Tech Tac Toe Instructors