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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 2026 -
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) **Prior to October 1, 2025 Registration Fee: $20 (included in classroom fee) with balance of $260 prior to instruction starting. **After October 1, 2025 Registration Fee: $100 (included in classroom fee) with balance of $180 prior to instruction starting. Students with certificate of completion/Non NLS Classroom Students - Unfortunately, we are no longer able to accommodate students who did not take the classroom training at NLS. **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 -
WaitlistBowling Club (Grades K-4)Additional Recreation CoursesJoin us at Alley on Ash each month for some fun on the lanes. We will have a chance to bowl 2 games each time and have fun with our friends. Fee includes 2 games, shoe rental, a chaperone on site, a slice of pizza and juice. Parents pick up at 5pm at the bowling alley. Students should have a note to ride the shuttle bus #37 to the Alley on Ash. (First bus in line at Prairie Woods by the flag pole) Students will meet in the Prairie Woods Gym and then go to the bus.Fall 2025 -
WaitlistBuild & Battle Robotics (Completing 2nd - 8th Grade)RoboticsStep into the arena with Build & Battle Robotics (LEGO Edition), where creativity meets competition! Working in small teams, students will use LEGO robotics kits to design and build their own battling machines—whether it’s a powerful pusher, a clever wedge, or a spinning striker. Along the way, they’ll learn the engineering behind gearing, traction, and armor as they tweak and improve their designs. The camp culminates in fast-paced, ring-style matches that bring excitement and strategy to life. Packed with action and hands-on learning, this camp is the perfect way for kids to dive into robotics while having a blast in friendly, high-energy competitions! Enter at the "Main" Middle School entrance (on the water tower/playground side of the building)Spring/Summer 2026 -
CABS (Child and Babysitting Course) Ages: 11+EnrichmentThe Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and HealthInstitute gives everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content, and the colorful magazine format of the student book makes learning fun. From getting started with your business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Cats Arts & Crafts Club (Grades 2-4)ABC's (Arts, Baking & Crafts)2nd, 3rd & 4th graders join us at Cats Arts & Crafts Club to try out your artistic abilities and have lots of fun! There will be a different hands on project each time. Students can go directly to the Prairie Woods Art Room. Parents pick up at the flag pole doors at 4pm.Winter 2025-2026 -
ClassroomDrivers Education, both classroom and behind the wheel are conducted through the Community Education/Youth Service Office at NLS.Category -
Cub Kids PreschoolCub Kids serves children ages 3–5 and offers a high-quality, inclusion-based preschool program designed to intentionally prepare every child for Kindergarten success. Cub Kids is a fee-based preschool program held from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on school days and follows the New London-Spicer School District calendar*. Tuition is billed monthly on the 15th, with the option for families to pre-pay if they prefer not to commit to a single larger monthly payment. To support families’ schedules, before- and after-school care is available through our Lil’ PALS program: Before School Care: 7:30–8:15 a.m. | $5/day After School Care: 3:00–5:30 p.m. | $8/day Our Mission The mission of the Cub Kids program is to invest early and intentionally in every child through exceptional teaching, inclusive practices, and a deep commitment to safety and care. Our program is led by MN licensed teachers who are READ Act certified, and supported by highly qualified paraprofessionals who meet the guidelines outlined by the MN Department of Education. All staff are trained in First Aid, AED, and CPR, ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment for every child. Through developmentally appropriate instruction, intentional daily practice, and individualized support, Cub Kids focuses on nurturing the whole child—socially, emotionally, physically, and academically. We believe all children deserve a safe place to grow, be challenged, and thrive. By honoring the unique strengths and needs of each group of learners, we make it our personal mission that no child starts behind and that children enter Kindergarten confident, capable, curious, and exceptionally prepared to succeed. *Cub Kids follows the New London-Spicer School District calendar, with the exception of Election Day, when there is no preschool in session.Child Care Program -
Dance - NLS Blackcat Youth Fundraiser (Completing K-6th Grade)Additional Recreation CoursesJoin the New London-Spicer Varsity Blackcat Dance Team for 4 fun-filled afternoons learning a dance to be performed on the last day of class 10 minutes prior to class ending. To avoid distractions we please request no spectators during class time.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Dance Class - Tiny Dancers - NLS Blackcat Fundraiser (4/5 years old - haven't completed kindergarten)Pre-K ClassesThis class will introduce our littlest dancers to music teaching them to “feel the rhythm!” We will introduce some basic dance moves and stretches and help each dancer create a signature dance move. Dancers must have tennis shoes.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Dance Clinic - Next Level Intensive Dance Clinic (Completing 6th -11th Grade)Additional Recreation CoursesOpen to any students completing grades 6-11 who are interested in getting to the “Next Level” as a dancer. Former Frazee Fly Girls Dance Team Coaches, Ta Fett and Kiala Rae Velde will provide comprehensive instruction to help dancers develop and improve skills, confidence and technique. You will learn combinations in jazz, high kick, lyrical/contemporary and hip hop dance. Participants will have the opportunity to learn proper technique in all areas of dance, high kick skills, advanced leaps and jumps, intermediate and advanced turns, flexibility, choreography and more. Dancers will also participate in leadership skills activities during their lunch break. Ta started the Frazee Fly Girls Dance Team Performance Team in 1996 and in 2006 the team started competing through MSHSL. The team has been to the State Tournament every year since that first season in either jazz, high kick, or both. Under the direction of Ta, the Fly Girls were Section champions in jazz 8 times and in high kick 4 times. They were Conference Champions for five consecutive years and have been in the top six at the state tournament numerous times. The Fly Girls have medaled at State nine times and have three state championships. Kiala Velde has trained in many dance forms and styles. She taught recreational and competitive dance at the number one studio in Las Vegas and is currently a dance teacher at Northern Lights Dance Academy (NLDA) of Frazee. She has worked with Minnesota Dance Teams and UDA dance teams throughout the country. Kiala’s studio elite dance groups and soloists have won numerous awards including a 2nd place out of 1600 dances. She has won 9 separate choreography awards with NLDA as well as a Studio Industry Award Nomination. Dancers should arrive at camp with their hair pulled back, wear form fitting clothing, bring dance shoes and tennis shoes, bring a water bottle and a lunch.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Dance Sessions - Intermediate to Advanced Dance Skills (Completing 6th - 11th Grade)Additional Recreation CoursesThis camp is for anyone completing grade 6-11th who are interested in competitive dance. Dancers will learn proper technique to execute jazz and kick combinations. The camp will include strength training, endurance, and flexibility exercises with specific instruction on ways to execute: turns, leaps, flexibility holds, kick technique and combinations. Dancers should wear workout clothes (leggings or shorts) and dance shoes are required. Dancers should bring a bottle of water, have their hair up, and bring tennis shoes for some of the exercises.Spring/Summer 2026 -
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Driver's EducationAt NLS we offer both Driver's Training Classroom (For MN Drivers Permit/License) and Behind the Wheel Training throughout the school year and summer.Category -
Driver's Education ClassroomClassroomThis class will be done in person. Attendance on ALL days for the entire time is mandatory to receive your blue cards.Registration will be open to those who are 14 1/2 years old by end of class date If you are soon to be 15 years of age or older and needing to meet the requirements from the State of Minnesota for classroom instruction before taking your permit test, this class is for you. The State of Minnesota requires that you successfully complete this mandatory class and be registered for a Behind the Wheel Training Instruction in order to obtain your blue card making you eligible to take your permit test online or at your local DMV office when you reach the minimum age of 15.Attendance on ALL days for the entire time is mandatory to receive your blue card. Students cannot be late to class. Before signing up for a session make sure your calendar is clear to attend all sessions for their entire length. We encourage students to take the class within six months or less of their 15th birthday. Priority will be given to those students who are within 6 months of their birthday. (Any changes to attending a session once registered will be charged $20 and any cancellations once registered will be charged a $40 cancellation fee – so please plan ahead.) If your child misses any time during the session they are registered for, you may be subject to a rescheduling fee up to $50. Once you have completed the course, reached a minimum of age 15 and passed your permit test you have to drive with a parent or guardian for a minimum of 50 hours over a period of no less than 6 months and keep a driving log (15 hours of night driving), complete a six hour Behind the Wheel course and reach age 16 before taking your driver’s test for licensure. Classroom fee includes a $100 non-refundable registration fee towards your Behind the Wheel Training and your Behind the Wheel Training balance will be $180.00 due prior to training starting. (Closer to your 16th birthday) ***Parent Classroom Portion: Parents attend a 1 & 1/2 hour classroom session to learn more about the parents role in teen driving, tips on teaching your teen to be a better driver, new Minnesota laws and safety information. Parents attendance at class will reduce the minimum number of mandatory logged driving hours to 40 hours over a period of not less than 6 months. Parent will receive a certificate for completing the class when your child receives their white card. Parent Classroom Portion: Parents attend a 1 1/2 hour classroom to learn more about the parents role in teen driving, tips on teaching your teen to be a better driver, new Minnesota laws and safety information. Parents attendance at class will reduce the minimum number of mandatory logged driving hours to 40 hours over a period of not less than 6 months. Parent will receive a certificate for completing the class. Typically the parent class is offered in November of each year. Students do NOT attend. If your child misses any time during the session they are registered for you may be subject to a rescheduling fee up to $50If your child misses any time during the session they are registered for you may be subject to a losing your entire class fee. Cancellations less than 7 days in advance may result in the total fee being forfeited. If you know of any conflicts for your child and they won't be able to attend please contact the Community Ed Office as soon as possible at 320-354-1406. Any changes to attending a session once registered will be charged $20 and any cancelations once registered will be charged a $40 cancelation fee – so please plan aheadSpring/Summer 2026 -
ECFE ClassesEarly Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is for families with children birth-five years. ECFE offers: · A place for parents and children to spend time together · A place for children to interact with other children · Age-appropriate activities taught by early childhood teachers · Parent discussion groups led by licensed parent educators · Opportunities to build friendships – for children and for parents · Special family events & field trips · Family resources · Home Visits · Scholarships – no one is turned away for inability to pay!Category -
ECFE Special EventsThe Early Childhood Education Events proceeds go to Early Childhood scholarships helping NLS students attend preschool.Category -
Starting SoonEarth Day CelebrationPrairie Woods Environmental Learning Center (PWELC)Come CELEBRATE EARTH DAY a fun and educational experience for the whole family.Booths, exhibits, and activities offer information about water quality, energy efficiency, landmanagement, and much more. Enjoy entertainment, kid activities and information about“greening” your life.*No pre-registration necessary. FREE!Winter 2025-2026 -
EnrichmentAdult Enrichment classes at NLS include, but are not limited to, arts, theatre, cooking, CPR/First Aid/AED training and bus trips!Category -
EnrichmentNLS Enrichment classes are offered throughout the year for kids K-12th grade.Category -
Family Campfire at PWELCPrairie Woods Environmental Learning Center (PWELC)Enjoy a classic family evening outdoors with s'mores, campfire games, songs, and stories at PWELC. Gather round the fire, have fun together, and soak up the sights and sounds of the great outdoors during this relaxed 2 hour family adventure. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Flag Football - Adults (5 on 5)Recreation & LeaguesOpen to 8 Teams! Wednesday Nights: 7:30pm and 8:15pm Start times. Games are 45 minutes. Teams will play two 20 minute halves with a 5 minute break between. Bonus Week: Oct 21st for top four teams. Games Played on NLS Turf under the lights. Players will play ½ field games. Teams can be any combination of men, women or co-ed. 5 on 5 league. 5 Weeks of regular season, 1 week of Playoffs for all teams. Fees for this class are paid to refs, purchasing equipment and using the turf.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Floor Hockey (Entering Grades K-3)Additional Recreation CoursesJoin the parent coaches from River Lakes Hockey for 4 Saturday mornings of Floor Hockey Fun. A great time to learn a few basics for the game of hockey, have fun with friends and burn some energy off. Sticks and Pucks provided Hockey will be held @ the Auxiliary Gym - Enter on the north side of the Auxiliary Gym lobby. Bring your own water bottleSpring/Summer 2026 -
FootballAt NLS we offer football camps in the summer and we have programming for 1st-6th graders in the summer!Category