Welcome to Hopkins Community Education Adult Programs! Choose from both online and in-person classes. Join us!
For enrollment questions contact Preschool@HopkinsSchools.org or 952-988-5000. For billing questions contact Liz Reynolds at liz.reynolds@hopkinsschools.org or 952-988-5000
For enrollment questions contact: Preschool@HopkinsSchools.org or 952-988-5000. For billing questions contact Liz Reynolds at liz.reynolds@hopkinsschools.org or 952-988-5000.
For questions contact Preschool@HopkinsSchools.org or 952-988-5000.
School Age Child Care Services
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Elementary Enrichment is for school age children in grades K- 5 in the evening and weekend hours. To provide opportunities where discovery, play, connections, and activities can happen year round.
High School Enrichment delivers high quality learning and enrichment opportunities where students can challenge themselves, gain confidence, and build skills that last a lifetime.
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Future Hearts, Minds & Dreamer’s multi-style dance program invites K–5th dancers to explore movement through three exciting approaches: Dance Exploration, Imagination & Improvisation, and Hip Hop Foundations. Students begin by discovering expressive movement in Dance, using imagery—like growing and swaying “trees”—to build strength, balance, and purposeful motion. They explore the four elements of dance—body, space, force, and time—through playful activities that have them stomping, gliding, jumping, wiggling, and creating movement stories. Next, dancers dive into Imagination & Improvisation, where they learn to trust their instincts and create in the moment. Through prompts, games, and collaborative exploration, they practice inventiveness, sequencing, problem-solving, and ensemble awareness while developing a deeper understanding of how movement can communicate ideas. The program also introduces the upbeat world of Hip Hop. Whether dancers naturally groove or are just beginning to find their rhythm, they learn foundational hip hop steps, musicality, and fun choreography set to today’s kid-friendly hits. This section builds coordination, pattern recognition, and confidence in a supportive, high-energy environment. Across all three styles, students strengthen body awareness, musicality, creative thinking, and teamwork. The session culminates in a joyful final sharing where dancers present their original and choreographed work for family and friends.
Barbara Bernal is a dedicated dance instructor with over 10 years of teaching and performance experience. Originally from El Paso and now moving to Minnesota, she brings a strong foundation in both artistry and education, holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. Barbara has worked extensively with nonprofit organizations, including Kids Excel, where she helped young dancers discover discipline, creativity, and self-expression through movement. She is passionate about fostering a supportive and joyful environment where students not only develop technique but also confidence and a genuine love for dance. Her teaching philosophy centers on the belief that dance is both a discipline and a celebration. By combining structure with creativity, Barbara inspires students to push themselves while also finding joy in the learning process. Whether working with beginners or advanced dancers, she strives to create meaningful experiences that go beyond the studio, encouraging teamwork, self-awareness, and resilience. With a career built on sharing her passion for dance, Barbara looks forward to continuing her journey in Minnesota by guiding and motivating the next generation of dancers.
Future Hearts, Minds & Dreamers
