District 214 Community Education

Explore 12 different herbal items you can make at home to give the handmade touch to your holiday gift giving. We will try out cooking recipes, beauty items, gourmet edibles and scented objects using all manner of natural herbs and scents. How to package and present your gifts will also be included. Recipes and at least one take home item will be included.

ACute ACappella is a middle school A Cappella ensemble for both boys and girls. All students attending District 214 feeder schools who will be in 6th-8th grade in the 2022-2023 school year are welcome. This is an amazing opportunity to learn vocal and performance techniques, make great friends, and perform at concerts and competitions! A parent informational meeting will be held at the first rehearsal on 9/1. The fee covers the cost of 20+ rehearsals, guest clinicians, vocal arrangements/music purchases, t-shirts/jackets, possible competition fees, and possible competition transportation. Performances will be held at the end of January and beginning of February with an end of the year celebration on 2/23.

Did you start your degree and then life got in the way and you never had the chance to finish? Now is your chance! We have a program designed specifically for adult students who have college credits and who have busy lives. Come learn more about how you can complete your BA degree. You can also earn college credits from your work experience.

This course offers more conversational practice for students who have completed the equivalent of beginning and intermediate Spanish. Everyday vocabulary is emphasized through many types of practice.

Discover your family history and find your ancestors’ stories. Using a list of over 25 free websites, this class will help you start your journey. Tips on using genealogical websites more efficiently and organizing your information will be discussed. Great refresher course if you've already started the process.

The guitar is one of the most versatile and popular instruments around, and our beginning guitar class is the perfect way to get started! In this introduction to guitar playing, we will cover basic chord shapes, strumming patterns and simple lead lines, and apply what we’ve learned to popular and well-known songs. No prior experience is necessary, students must provide their own guitars.

Take control of your camera by learning the basics of photography, including the three pillars of exposure: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. Class also covers lighting and composition. Students can bring their DSLR's, mirrorless camera, or smartphones. Families are welcome.

Tone muscles and burn calories while moving your body to an eclectic mix of music! Drills and combos that are based on belly dancing and folk dancing will be featured along with the Tai Chi principles of grounding and balance. Classes are non-impact and self-paced, all levels are welcome.

Keto? Low Fat? Paleo? Vegan? There are so many claims promoting different diets. Which ones offer reasonable hope for weight loss and/or health goals and which ones offer neither? If you're one of the many Americans considering adopting one of these new diets, learn from the latest encouraging research about what eating plans CAN lead to long term weight loss and reduction of health risks. You'll walk out confident knowing which diets will deliver and which ones will only disappoint you and can even lead to subsequent weigh gain.

You can’t read the news without seeing hype about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Is this the first wave of a cashless future or just an overhyped technology? One thing is for sure: there’s a lot of money riding on its success!

You'll learn to make high quality bone broth while discussing the health benefits of consuming this nutrient-dense, age-old elixir. Class includes take-home recipes, a live demo and tasting samples.

The purpose of the presentation is to help you make the most of your relationship with your financial advisor by increasing your knowledge beyond your current investments.

When your child has a Smartphone there are key things you should know in order to keep them safe and secure. In this class you’ll understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s Smartphone, and more! We simplify this complicated technology so that you and your child can use the phone safely without worry.

Apple season is here! In this class, you’ll learn how to make the tart shell from scratch. Discover how to make the most delicious cinnamon apple filling topped with homemade Chantilly cream. Have your containers ready, you’re going home with a scrumptious Cinnamon Apple Tart.

If you want to learn how to fly RC airplanes, or if you are a seasoned veteran and want to hone your skills during the winter months this is a class for you. Our “classroom” is the field house where we fly small to medium sized, electric RC planes in any weather. Most of our students are “repeat attenders” and have become good friends who enjoy sharing their knowledge with newcomers. So, if you are just starting out and need some help, or if you are looking for a comfortable place to fly during the winter, join us for fun and fellowship.

Learn about ways in which the inflammatory process is triggered in your body and how it affects short and long-term health. Learn why sub-clinical inflammation is just as destructive as the diagnosable version, and what to do to alleviate your chronic inflammation.

Core Aquatics is a competitive swim team for swimmers ages 6 years old through high school. We believe in starting from the foundation and focusing on stroke proficiency while incorporating all racing aspects. The team centers on maximizing efficiency as the foundation to competitive racing and building speed through technique precision. Season Start and End Dates: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022 - Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 (22 weeks) - Championship Season will continue through mid-March. Swimmers must achieve standard times to continue practicing. Please note: All swim team members must also be members of USA Swimming. Membership applications will be provided by Core Aquatics; there is an $83 per year additional fee for the annual membership. Orange Squad This is the first introduction to swim team and racing. Proper mechanics are required with an emphasis on racing and competing. Open to graduates from our Swim Team Prep program or swimmers who can demonstrate ability to swim all four competitive strokes as well as show confidence diving from blocks. Primarily a 7-8-year-old age group. Attend 3 of the 4 weekly practices. Blue Squad The Blue Squad focuses on stroke technique and endurance as key aspects for advancing all four competitive strokes. Open to former Core Aquatics Orange Squad members or swimmers who can demonstrate an ability to legally swim all four competitive strokes for 50+ yards, including proper turns and diving off the blocks. Primarily a 9-10-year-old age group. Attend 4 of the 5 weekly practices. Silver Squad The Silver Squad features continued race training and development of advanced swim techniques for junior high-aged and advanced younger swimmers. Open to former Core Aquatics Blue Squad members or swimmers who can demonstrate an ability to legally swim all four competitive strokes for 100+ yards, including proper turns and diving off the blocks. Must be able to swim 1000+ yards of freestyle nonstop. Primarily a 11-12-year-old age group. Attend all 5 of the weekly practices. Navy Squad The elite Navy Squad is for senior level and advanced swimmers training for success at the high school level and beyond. This level is based on invitation only from the Head Coach and requires additional commitment to training and dryland opportunities. Open to former Core Aquatics Silver members or swimmers who have experience swimming on their high school varsity team. Must commit to 90% practice attendance per week, on time arrival for all practices and commitment to train at a high level for the duration of the season. Attend 5 of the 6 weekly practices.