ISD 625-Saint Paul Public Schools

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 2023. 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.

Hike through and hear about the land and the history of Saint Paul’s West Side Cherokee Park. See the Mississippi River from various lookout points. Bring binoculars to observe the birds. There will be some moderate hiking through the woods, so good walking or hiking shoes are suggested. Walk is approximately 2.8 miles on uneven terrain. There will be few, if any, places to sit. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Extensive walking, stairs, standing) Tour will begin at the corner of Chippewa Avenue and Curtice Street. See your Registration Confirmation email for more information.

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.

Join Catherine White from Black Roots Sauces and Seasonings as she shares the stories and diverse influences that shaped her culinary heritage. Make my family’s version of collard greens with smoked turkey, my grandmother's hot water cornbread, and her version of Pico de Gallo that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Join us for an afternoon of crafting at BlackStack Brewing. Price includes supplies and one drink token good for your choice of beverage. Walk-in registration for this event is available while project supplies last. Pre-registration strongly encouraged to secure the project of your choice. Event drop-in hours are 1:00-4:00pm and projects must be completed within that time. Must be 21 or older to register. Choose from one (or more!) of the following projects: -Resin Jewelry - Create your own custom jewelry in minutes using UV resin, silicone molds, color additives, and a little guidance from your instructor. Let your imagination run wild and create jewelry you can be proud to say you made yourself. -Mandala Rock Art- Keep calm and relax by learning the art of mandala rocks. Learn the history and meaning behind mandala art and apply that knowledge to your own creations. Supplies Included. -Wood-Burning Art - Use a wood-burning tool (and accessories) to decorate a new set of coasters! Burners and wood are supplied. Cost included 4 coasters and supplies. -Pint Glass Etching - Sometimes a plain pint glass just won't do! Come create your own custom etched pint glasses, perfect to keep or give as a gift. Cost includes one pint glass and supplies.