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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 -
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 -
Starting SoonFloor 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 -
Football (Entering 1st -2nd Grade 26/27 SY) Flag 7 on 7 Football LeagueFootball7 on 7 flag football league with other area teams. All games will be played in Willmar on Thursday evenings. Fee includes game t-shirt. Mouth Guards are provided and required. Tennis Shoes or Cleats are OK. No Metal Cleats allowed. Team assignments based on numbers. Teams will be parent coached. Skills Nights – Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, August 11th, 12th & 13th 5:30-7pm Teams Announced via email prior to practice on August 18th -- Equipment Handout on Aug 18th at beginning of practice NLS flag football football store will be open at rambow.com on Aug 18 & 19 Practices 5:30-6:30pm with teams on August 18th, 20th, 25th, 27th, Sept 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 29th, Oct 1st, 6th and 8th (NO PRACTICE September 1st) --- Location TBD based on numbers Thursday games (evenings in Willmar TBD) – Starting September 3rd - October 8th ** October 8th – All Equipment will be turned in to the coaches immediately following games ** Anyone who does not return equipment by October 23rd will be charged a $50 replacement fee.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Football (Entering 3rd-4th Grade 26/27 SY) Flag 7 on 7 Football LeagueFootball7 on 7 flag football league with other area teams. All games will be played in Willmar on Thursday evenings. Fee includes game t-shirt. Mouth Guards are provided and required. Tennis Shoes or Cleats are OK. No Metal Cleats allowed. Team assignments based on numbers. Teams will be parent coached. Skills Nights – Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, August 11th, 12th & 14th 5:30-7:00pm Teams Announced via email prior to practice on August 18th -- Equipment Handout on Aug 18th at beginning of practice NLS flag football football store will be open at rambow.com on Aug 18 & 19 Practices 5:30-7pm with teams on August 18th, 20th, 25th, 27th, Sept 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 29th, Oct 1st, 6th and 8th (NO PRACTICE September 1st) --- Location TBD based on numbers Thursday games (evenings in Willmar TBD) – Starting September 3rd - October 8th ** October 8th – All Equipment will be turned in to the coaches immediately following games ** Anyone who does not return equipment by October 23rd will be charged a $50 replacement fee.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Football - 5/6 Grade (Entering SY 26/27) TackleFootballNLS Tackle Football Students will be drafted onto teams after the first week of practice and teams will be formed. Teams will be parent coached. Practices will be 1-2 times per week with games 1-2 times per week. Fees cover equipment rental-helmets, shoulder pads, game jerseys, footballs, game officials and mouth guards.Players provide their own black pants/pads and tennis shoes/cleats and practice jersey (Old T-Shirt works well). Monday, August 17th Equipment Handout 4:45-5:45pm-High School Weight Room (Enter off the MS Playground - corner door to the right of the fitness center doors) Parent and Team Meeting at 6pm (A parent must attend) - On Football Field Drills & Skills w/Dad coaches 6:00-8:00pm—On Football/Practice Fields Tuesday, August 18th Drills & Skills w/Dad Coaches 6:00-8:00pm—On Football/Practice FieldsThursday, August 20th Practice W/Dad Coaches 6:00-8:00pm — On Football/Practice Fields Draft Night -- 8pm Coaches Only - Team Selection Practices schedule: August 24th, 27th, September 1st 6:30-8pm — On Football/Practice Fields Monday & Tuesday practices starting September 7th - October 12th Games start Thursday, September 3rd - Schedule TBD. October 12th (6pm equipment turn in) --Equipment turn in/team gatheringsPlayers provide their own black football pants/pads and tennis shoes/cleats and practice jersey (Old T-Shirt works well). ** If equipment is not returned by October 29th, you will be charged a replacement fee cost of $150.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Starting SoonFootball Camp (Completing Grades 4/5)FootballNLS students will learn the basics of football. They will practice techniques, run plays, and compete against each other in different competitions. Teams will be divided by coaches each week. Teams will be coached by varsity coaches, players, and volunteer coaches. Football equipment will be provided. Players provide their own tennis shoes/cleats and water bottles. Summer clothes are appropriate attire. Practices will take place on the varsity football field following the 5-6 grade lifting session.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Starting SoonFootball Camp (Completing Grades 6/7)FootballNLS students will learn the basics of football. They will practice techniques, run plays, and compete against each other in different competitions. Teams will be divided by coaches each week. Teams will be coached by varsity coaches, players, and volunteer coaches. Football equipment will be provided. Players provide their own tennis shoes/cleats and water bottles. Summer clothes are appropriate attire. Practices will take place on the varsity football field following the 5-6 grade lifting session.Spring/Summer 2026 -
Football Camp (Completing K-3rd Grade)FootballNLS students will learn the basics of football. They will practice techniques, run plays, and compete against each other in a 7 on 7 format. Teams will be divided by coaches each week. Teams will be coached by varsity coaches, players, and volunteer coaches. Football equipment will be provided. Players provide their own tennis shoes/cleats and water bottles. Summer clothes are appropriate attire. Practices will take place on the varsity football field. Instructor ratio: 1:10 Age group will be split into groups based on ageSpring/Summer 2026 -
GymnasticsAt NLS we offer gymnastics courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced athletes throughout the school year and the summer!Category -
WaitlistGymnastics - 3 year olds (must be potty trained)Pre-K ClassesJoin NLS Coaches/Gymnasts at the Wildcat Gymnastics Gym. Participants must be potty trained. We will be exploring tumbling and the basics of gymnastics equipment. Please use the north parking lot and west entrance for the Aux Gym (on the backside of the school) Bring your own water bottle There is NO transportation available for this class (including Lil' PALS students).Spring/Summer 2026 -
Gymnastics - Advanced (Completing K-5th Grade) Must be able to do a back handspringGymnasticsIn Advanced 1 class you need to be able to do a Back handspring by yourself. Students finishing k-5th grade If instructors feel that you do no fit into this class we will move you down to the beginner groups. No spectators are allowed during class time. Bring a water bottle Please enter at the back of the school -- off of the plaza (west side of Aux Gym)Spring/Summer 2026 -
Starting SoonGymnastics - Beginners (Completing 3rd-5th Grade)GymnasticsJoin us to learn the basic gymnastic techniques. NLS gymnast/Assistant Coach Ellie will introduce campers to the gymnastic equipment and various skills. You will have the opportunity to work on the balance beam, bars, vault, tumbling and more. Bring your own water bottle Please use the North Parking Lot and West Entrance for Aux Gym No Spectators until the last day of classSpring/Summer 2026 -
FullGymnastics - Beginners (Completing K-2nd Grade)GymnasticsJoin us to learn the basic gymnastic techniques. NLS gymnasts/Assistant Coach Ellie will introduce campers to the gymnastic equipment and various skills. You will have the opportunity to work on the balance beam, bars, vault, tumbling and more. Bring your own water bottle Please use the North Parking Lot and West Entrance for Aux Gym No Spectators until the last day of classSpring/Summer 2026 -
FullGymnastics - Beginners (Completing K-5th Grade)GymnasticsJoin us to learn the basic gymnastic techniques. NLS gymnasts/Assistant Coach Ellie will introduce campers to the gymnastic equipment and various skills. You will have the opportunity to work on the balance beam, bars, vault, tumbling and more. This summer session may overlap with other activities. Bring your own water bottle Please use the North Parking Lot and West Entrance for Aux Gym No Spectators until the last day of classSpring/Summer 2026 -
Starting SoonGymnastics - Club Team Summer 2026GymnasticsClub Gymnastics Team - Please read the agreement prior registering.Spring/Summer 2026