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ABC's (Arts, Baking & Crafts)NLS ABC's (arts, crafts, and Baking) are offered throughout the year and the summer!Category
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Additional Recreation CoursesWe offer a variety of recreational programming through community education in the summer and throughout the school year at NLS!Category
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AdultCategory
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Adult Basic Education (ABE)If you are looking for free online and personal classes for English Prep, Basic Computer Skills and English, please contact our consortium. They can be reached via email: adulteducation@willmar.k12.mn.us or by phone: 320-231-8480. The goal of the Glacial Lakes Consortium and our partnership with them at NLS is to engage, equip and empower.Category
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Art in the Park (Completing K-5)ABC's (Arts, Baking & Crafts)Join us for one or all classes of artsy fun. Each day we will have a different creation to make and take home. Meet at the shelter pavilion @ Wildcat Cove ParkSpring/Summer 2025
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Eli Christman (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)BMX - Green Lake Lessons (Ages 5 to 15)Youth ActivitiesBMX is a sport for the whole family, of any age and ability! Imagine having everyone’s sporting activity happen at the same place and time each week. This class is a great way to learn the sport of BMX racing. The program includes 3 coached lessons, 5 races, a 12-month USABMX membership, and a practice jersey. We have helmets and BMX bikes available to borrow each night or bring your own. Located at 221 W South St, Spicer – just behind the Spicer ball diamonds. Riders must wear long pants, long sleeves, and closed shoes. Ages 5 to 15. Lessons start Tuesday June 3 th . Anticipated dates are: - Tuesday June 3 rd = 5:30 PM coached rider lessons; 6:30 PM open track practice - Tuesday June 10 th = 5:30 PM coached rider lessons; 6:30 PM open track practice - Tuesday June 17 th = 5:30 PM coached rider lessons; 6:30 PM open track practice - Wednesday June 11 th = 6:00 PM open practice; 7:00 PM RACE - Wednesday June 18 th = 6:00 PM open practice; 7:00 PM RACE - Wednesday June 25 th = 6:00 PM open practice; 7:00 PM RACE - Wednesday July 2 nd = 6:00 PM open practice; 7:00 PM RACE - Wednesday July 9 th = 6:00 PM open practice; 7:00 PM RACE No transportation to track is available (including PALS Childcare).Spring/Summer 2025
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BaseballWe offer baseball through community education and recreation in the summer months!Category
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Baseball Summer Completing 1st GradeBaseballBasics are emphasized at this level. Players will work on the basic fundamentals of base running, throwing, catching and hitting. The season will start with using "T's" for hitting and end with coaches pitching. Register as grade completed. T-shirt included if registered by the early bird deadline. Registrations after that t-shirt may not be available. Bring a water bottle, glove, helmet and bat if you have one.Spring/Summer 2025
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Baseball Summer Completing 2nd GradeBaseballBasics are emphasized at this level. Players will work on the basic fundamentals of base running, throwing, catching and hitting. The season will start with coaches pitching and end with players pitching. Register as grade completed. Fee includes a T-shirt if signed up by the early bird deadline. After the early bird deadline t-shirt may not be available. Meet at Field #3. Bring to class: A Glove, Helmet and Water Bottle and your own bat if you have one.Spring/Summer 2025
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BasketballAt NLS we offer basketball programs throughout the school year and the summer!Category
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PopularBasketball - Open Gym (Boys & Girls Completing Grades 6-11)BasketballJoin NLS coaches at the High School Gym on Tuesday and/or Thursday mornings for open gym/shooting. Join us anytime between 6:30-8:15am. Gym closes at 8:15am.Spring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Lady Wildcats (Completing 2-4 Grade)BasketballJoin varsity girls basketball assistant coach Joey Dreier in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contest and competitions. Register as grade completed T-shirts not included after early bird deadlineSpring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Lady Wildcats (Completing 5-8 Grade)BasketballJoin varsity girls basketball assistant coach Joey Dreier in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contest and competitions. Register as grade completed T-shirts not included after early bird deadlineSpring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Lady Wildcats (Completing K-1st Grade)BasketballJoin varsity girls basketball assistant coach Joey Dreier in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contest and competitions. Register as grade completed T-shirts not included after early bird deadlineSpring/Summer 2025
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PopularStephen (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Basketball Camp - Precision (Entering Grades 3/4)BasketballProgram Vision Precision Basketball Camp provides opportunities for players to develop their fundamental skills, understanding of team concepts, and mental approach to the game of basketball. We will provide an enjoyable atmosphere where players can gain self-confidence through development and maximizing potential as an individual and teammate. Camp Focus Points: Our philosophy of teaching focuses on a few key mental and physical elements. Proper Technique - Practice with Purpose - Work Ethic - Enjoyment...Camp Owner/Director, Forrest Witt, has 20 plus years of experience directing and operating basketball camps throughout the Midwest, as well as 20 years of coaching experience at the collegiate and high school levels. Forrest brings energy and passion for teaching the game of basketball, while focusing on offensive and defensive fundamentals, components of becoming a valuable teammate, and other intangible elements that will give you a competitive edge as a basketball player. Playing Career: 1995-1998 – Morris Area High School, 1998-2003 – St. Cloud State University Coaching Career, 2004-2008 – Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Concordia University, St. Paul, 2008-current – Head Boys Basketball Coach at Alexandria Area High School, Any questions can be directed to Forrest Witt via telephone or email Phone – 320-224-5962 (cell), Email – precisionbball@gmail.com Website – precisionbball.comSpring/Summer 2025
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Stephen (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Basketball Camp - Precision (Entering Grades 5/6)BasketballProgram Vision Precision Basketball Camp provides opportunities for players to develop their fundamental skills, understanding of team concepts, and mental approach to the game of basketball. We will provide an enjoyable atmosphere where players can gain self-confidence through development and maximizing potential as an individual and teammate. Camp Focus Points Our philosophy of teaching focuses on a few key mental and physical elements. Proper Technique - Practice with Purpose - Work Ethic - Enjoyment Camp Owner/Director, Forrest Witt, has 20 plus years of experience directing and operating basketball camps throughout the Midwest, as well as 20 years of coaching experience at the collegiate and high school levels. Forrest brings energy and passion for teaching the game of basketball, while focusing on offensive and defensive fundamentals, components of becoming a valuable teammate, and other intangible elements that will give you a competitive edge as a basketball player. Playing Career: 1995-1998 – Morris Area High School 1998-2003 – St. Cloud State University Coaching Career 2004-2008 – Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Concordia University, St. Paul 2008-current – Head Boys Basketball Coach at Alexandria Area High School Any questions can be directed to Forrest Witt via telephone or email Phone – 320-224-5962 (cell) Email – precisionbball@gmail.com Website – precisionbball.comSpring/Summer 2025
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Stephen (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Basketball Camp - Precision (Entering Grades 7/8)BasketballProgram Vision Precision Basketball Camp provides opportunities for players to develop their fundamental skills, understanding of team concepts, and mental approach to the game of basketball. We will provide an enjoyable atmosphere where players can gain self-confidence through development and maximizing potential as an individual and teammate. Camp Focus Points Our philosophy of teaching focuses on a few key mental and physical elements. Proper Technique - Practice with Purpose - Work Ethic - Enjoyment Camp Owner/Director, Forrest Witt, has 20 plus years of experience directing and operating basketball camps throughout the Midwest, as well as 20 years of coaching experience at the collegiate and high school levels. Forrest brings energy and passion for teaching the game of basketball, while focusing on offensive and defensive fundamentals, components of becoming a valuable teammate, and other intangible elements that will give you a competitive edge as a basketball player. Playing Career: 1995-1998 – Morris Area High School 1998-2003 – St. Cloud State University Coaching Career 2004-2008 – Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Concordia University, St. Paul 2008-current – Head Boys Basketball Coach at Alexandria Area High School Any questions can be directed to Forrest Witt via telephone or email Phone – 320-224-5962 (cell) Email – precisionbball@gmail.com Website – precisionbball.comSpring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Summer Boys (Completing 2-4 Grade)BasketballJoin Varsity Head Coach Eric Terres in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contests and competitions. Register as grade completed. T-shirt is included if registered by the early bird deadline.Spring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Summer Boys (Completing 5-6 Grade)BasketballJoin Varsity Head Coach Eric Terres in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contests and competitions. Register as grade completed. T-shirt is included if registered by the early bird deadline.Spring/Summer 2025
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Basketball Camp - Summer Boys (Completing K-1 Grade)BasketballJoin Varsity Head Coach Eric Terres in a basketball camp focusing on fundamentals of the game. We will work on the basics of dribbling, ball handling, shooting and more with daily contests and competitions. Register as grade completed. T-shirt is included if registered by the early bird deadline.Spring/Summer 2025
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Battle Drones (Entering 3rd-9th Grade)STEMBattle Drones features an exciting combination of aerial acrobatics with an engineering design challenge that will teach students STEM concepts, teamwork, and how to skillfully fly a drone. In Battle Drones, teams of students will be guided by experienced camp instructors in how to construct their launchers to maximize projectile speed and accuracy. The camp will culminate in an epic battle where students will need to pilot their drones to safety by dodging opponent projectiles while using their own launchers to take down opponent drones. The best drone pilots and launchers will emerge victorious! Students can choose to bring a drone home for an additional $50Spring/Summer 2025
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Behind the WheelBehind the Wheel Instruction for obtaining your Driver’s LicenseIf you took the driver's ed classroom thru New London-Spicer you are automatically registered for behind the wheel instruction.If you did not take the classroom portion through NL-S you must register to be on the call list. Contact the Community Ed Office at 320-354-1406 to find out what is needed to register. Once you register we will call close to your 16th birthday to complete this portion of training before your driving test. Students who take the Classroom at NLS (automatically registered) **Registration Fee: $20 (included in classroom fee) with balance of $260 when instruction starts. Students with certificate of completion/Non NLS Classroom Students **Non NLS Classroom Students Registration Fee: $50 with balance of $300 due when instruction starts. **Registration Fees are Non-Refundable We encourage students to drive several hours per week with their parents to make them morecomfortable behind the wheel.Category
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ClassesECFE stands for Early Childhood Family Education. Our program, offered by the Minnesota public school districts, serves families with children from birth to five years of age. Our mission is to enhance the ability of all parents and other family members to provide the best possible environment for their child’s learning and growth. At ECFE, you can expect to meet caring instructors whose sole job is to support you in your role as a parent and as your child’s first teacher. You will also meet other parents of toddlers and preschoolers who share some of the very same joys and frustrations of parenting as you do.Category
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ClassroomDrivers Education, both classroom and behind the wheel are conducted through the Community Education/Youth Service Office at NLS.Category