Centennial Community Education

Students engage in fun, hands-on coding activities to learn the basics of computer science using drag-and-drop coding blocks. Students use Scratch and Hour of Code to explore coding in a fun, stress-free environment. Students will create a basic game by the end of the two week class. Our field trip will be to the Bakken Museum. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Hi, my name is Angie Anderson and I’ve been teaching for 15 years. The last 9 years I have taught Cybrary at Centerville Elementary. One of my favorite topics to teach is coding. I love how students combine problem solving, creativity, and technology to solve puzzles or create something they are proud of. I look forward to coding with you this summer!

Third and fourth graders engage in fun coding challenges to learn how to solve problems through programming with a team or partner. After an introduction to programming and coding, students will learn how to program Dash the robot through different challenges! Our field trip will be to the University of Minnesota Robotics Department Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Teachers: Ms. Gemuenden's Bio: Megan Gemuenden is a third-grade teacher at Rice Lake Elementary School. This is her fifth year as a third-grade teacher in the district. In the summers, she has taught Targeted Services and coached at Camp Invention, a STEM and engineering camp. In her free time, she loves to read, run, cross country ski (when there's snow) and play board games. Ms. Sheedlo's Bio: Annie Sheedlo is a second-grade teacher at Rice Lake Elementary School. This is her second year at Rice Lake, but last year, she taught third grade. In addition to Summer Academy, she plans to compete in the "Tough Mudder" and eat popsicles!

Have you ever wanted to help solve a crime? We're looking for some super sleuths to dig up clues, identify suspects and help put the criminals behind bars. We'll use different crime scene investigation techniques like fingerprinting, impressions analysis, deciphering eyewitness accounts and other forensic evidence to help piece together the clues and close the case. Our field trip will be to the Midwest Regional Forensic Laboratory in Andover. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Teacher Bio: Kris Cardille. I have an elementary education degree from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. I have been involved in Centennial School District for the past 15 years-ish. I have been a substitute in the elementary schools and for the past 2 years have been the district sub. I have also coached varsity softball for 10 years. Because I like to watch Hallmark movies and mysteries to see if I can figure out who dunnit, I figured this class would be a great fit

Welcome to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! After the sorting hat determines which house students belong in, prepare to dive into all Hogwarts has to offer. Students will explore classes such as Potions, Herbology, Astrology, and Transfiguration. For those feeling brave, the Quidditch team may be in your future! Our field trip will be to the Bell Museum of Natural History. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Teacher: Hi there! My name is Olivia Thomas and I am a second grade teacher at Centennial Elementary. This school year is my first year teaching and I’m excited to kick off summer with an exciting trip to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry!

Students will learn about ocean ecosystems and different types of marine life. Students will create visual representations, such as the ocean zones in a bottle, and do a deep dive into their favorite marine creature in an animal research project. This hands-on course will help engage students to learn more about marine biology! Our field trip will be to Sealife Aquarium at Mall of America. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. My name is Kyleigh Winkler and I am a 5th grade Odyssey teacher at Rice Lake. I graduated from the College of Saint Benedict, where I majored in elementary education and minored in Hispanic Studies. I have always been interested in science, especially marine biology. Fun fact, I caught a huge hammerhead shark when I went fishing off of the Florida Keys!

Medieval Castle STEAM Class will learn the architectural elements and function of medieval castles. Create aerial blueprints to design and make a castle. Build a working trebuchet and use it to compete in a siege against the other castles! Whose castle will withstand the attack? Our field trip will be to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Teacher: Carolyn Ruhnow has taught for 30 years, all grades 1-5, most recently in 5th grade. She taught a year in England and that is where she developed her love for all things English, especially castles.

Have a 'whale of a time' exploring the deep blue sea this summer! You will learn about ocean life in all parts of the sea, from the shallow tide pools to the deep, dark abyss! We have a variety of science experiments/lessons, games, art projects, and videos/movies to share with you! You will create a costume for a play, and take a trip to the Sea Life Aquarium! While there, we hope to take a special class about habitats and adaptations and then go behind the scenes to see how the animals are fed and cared for. These 6 days will 'shore-ly' make you want to dance in your 'flippers!' We hope to ‘sea’ you there! Our field trip will be to Sealife Aquarium at the Mall of America. Please note that due to instructor availability, this class has a few changes in the regular schedule. Class starts Thursday, June 13 and you meet on Friday, June 14. Registration is by invitation only and is non refundable after May 13. Teacher: Michelle Gilsrud. During the school year, Michelle Gilsrud is a teacher of gifted and talented students in the Anoka Hennepin School District. In the summertime, she has a boundless passion for ocean exploration and looks forward to igniting curiosity and appreciation for the wonders of the sea. Through interactive science lessons, creative projects, and critical thinking, students are led to be aspiring oceanographers in their exploration of our world’s most precious resource. Join “Captain G.” on an unforgettable journey into the depths of the ocean world where learning knows no bounds.