ISD 625-Saint Paul Public Schools

Hike one of Belwin’s early restorations and learn about some of the challenges and rewards of bringing back a native habitat. We will meet in the main parking lot for the Stagecoach Prairie hiking area. Hiking is on uneven ground with some steep hills. Length of hike is up to 2 miles. Dress for the weather and wear good hiking shoes. Recommended to bring water. Binoculars are suggested but not essential. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding - Extensive walking/stairs/standing)

One adult and one child, ages 5 to 15. Register under the name of the child attending. Make tasty black bean burgers and a yum yum sauce! This is a great weeknight favorite that can be made over and over again. This is a vegetarian version of the classic burger that kids love!

A workshop is a great way to learn the craft of making lots of different shapes and descriptions of books. You’ll be delighted at what you can produce from paper. Bring scissors, ruler, pencil, and small cutting mat (if you have one).

This class is designed specifically for the 55+ age group and based on the Royal Academy of Dance’s “Silver Swans” program. Whether you’re an experienced dancer, have briefly dabbled, or are a complete novice, we welcome any ability.

Buddha bowls are traditionally one-dish meals consisting of grain, colorful vegetables, protein, and various sauces and garnishes. Come make a tofu version with a sweet Asian marinade and spicy Sriracha mayo on top! Take home tips to adapt your future bowls to any dietary restriction or preference.

Cahoots is a summer program, designed to support learning and reflection skills. Memorable characters--Hoots, Boots, Marina, Stevie and Walter--guide your child through a self-paced review of the school year. Their Reflection Buddy provides encouragement and responses to your child's work. When registering, families are encouraged to order the grade level their child will enter in the Fall. Materials are available for youth entering grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. When you enroll in Cahoots, your child will receive: A fun, 8-lesson workbook to help review Math and Language Arts material from the school year. Weekly reflections and a reflection buddy. A game board and game piece to track progress. A completion prize. Sliding Fee: Our sliding scale model for program pricing ensures that our high-quality enrichment classes are more accessible to our community members. We encourage participants to choose the price that they are able to pay. This structure helps our programs be financially sustainable and more equitable.

Cahoots is a summer program, designed to support learning and reflection skills. Memorable characters--Hoots, Boots, Marina, Stevie and Walter--guide your child through a self-paced review of skills that help prepare them for Kindergarten. Their reflection buddy provides encouragement and responses to your child's work. When you enroll in Cahoots, your child will receive: A fun, 6-week workbook to help review Math and Language Arts material. Weekly reflections and a reflection buddy. A game board and game piece to track progress. A completion prize. Sliding Fees: Our model for program pricing ensures that our high-quality enrichment classes are more accessible to our community members. We encourage participants to choose the price that they are able to pay. This structure helps our programs be financially sustainable and more equitable.

Designed for youth entering Kindergarten at Randolph Heights Elementary in Fall 2024. Get ready for your first day of school! Practice the ins and outs of the school day while making new friends. Experience the fun of school with games, songs and art projects. This course is fully subsidized through grants from the American Rescue Plan.

Master the techniques to elevate sliced cassava into delightful culinary creations. Pair this versatile root vegetable with Ugandan beans, infused with tomatoes, onions, salt, curry powder and garlic, for a flavorful experience.

Experience the legendary Cemetery Walking Tour, visiting various cemeteries and discovering the history of early Saint Paul and the men and women who made it happen. Transportation between locations is on your own. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding - extensive walking/stairs/standing) First Night: Meet at the East Gate of Calvary Cemetery, 753 Front Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55103. (the open gate on Front Street) Second Night: Meet at Oakland Cemetery, 927 Jackson Street, Saint Paul, MN 55117. (Meet in the parking lot by the office at Oakland Cemetery) Third Night: Meet at Temple Mount Zion Cemetery, 1670 Payne Avenue, St Paul, MN 55117. (NE corner of Payne and Larpenteur) We will visit other locations this night as well - transportation is on your own. *Please note there will be walking on both flat and uneven terrain each night, with few places to sit. * *Only participants listed on tour roster may attend the tour.

Vegetarian chickpea salad has tons of flavor and is packed full of nutrients. It’s great in salads, as a wrap, or eaten on its own. This is perfect to keep in the fridge when you need a quick meal!

Interested in being involved in the political process but have never participated before? This nonpartisan class outlines how you can have a voice in the process and help make change. Learn the basics of the local and state legislative processes and how to participate in the upcoming elections.

Want to brew better coffee? Taught by a Barista and coffee-expert, learn the three primary variables that affect coffee brewing quality, no matter what way you brew. Brew and taste coffee together and compare results.