Hopkins Community Education

Are you nervous to begin filming and posting your own social media content? Do you have a business, product or service, but panic at the thought of putting yourself on social media? Well in this beginner class, you’ll learn helpful tips and strategies to create social media content with ease. You’ll never have to worry about freezing up in front of a camera, all thanks to the helpful skills you’ll be taking with you once your class is complete. We’ll walk you through a step-by-step process so that you can get started today!

A still-life is a work of art depicting mostly inanimate objects. Oftentimes commonplace things arranged in a dynamic manner. Still-lifes are easy to create at home from items around the house and are a great way to practice and refine your skills as an artist. In this class we will proper techniques to set up and paint a still-life painting as we create one in acrylics on canvas. All supplies are provided.

You don’t need a degree in creative writing to be an exceptional writer and get paid for it! Anyone with a passion for writing can learn and develop their fiction and non-fiction writing skills. Whether you’re writing from your own life experience, creating new worlds, or informing readers about important information, this class will teach you about the different forms of creative writing, the top 10 creative writing tips for beginners, as well as how to brainstorm for new creative writing ideas, bring your words to life with engaging descriptions, develop your own writing style, and how to get paid for your creative writing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Apply for Youth Enrichment Scholarship Hopkins Community Ed is dedicated to meeting lifelong learning needs for all Hopkins School District residents and students enrolled in Hopkins Public Schools. All of the scholarship aid available has been contributed by Hopkins families, supportive community members and Hopkins businesses. The amount of scholarship is limited and is intended to serve as a temporary resource. Hopkins Community Education scholarship funds can only be used towards the cost of Hopkins Youth Enrichment classes and Camp Royal Camps. Funds cannot be applied to Adult courses or events. One request per family per season/catalog will be considered. Classes and Camps will be paid at a maximum of 50% not to exceed $50 per catalog/ season per student. Maximum of $150 per year per student. Winter/Spring 2025 Classes: Scholarship Application Printable Scholarship Application Please complete the Hopkins Community Education Scholarship application online or visit us in person at the Community Education Office, 1001 Highway 7, Suite 170 in Hopkins. Printed Applications can be emailed to community.education@hopkinsschools.org All Scholarship requests must be made through the application. Information provided in the scholarship application will be kept confidential. In order to fairly assess a family's eligibility, all information requested must be complete or your application will not be processed. Questions? Contact us (952) 988-4070 community.education@hopkinsschools.org Donate We accept donations of all sizes! Every cent you donate goes directly to registration see for Hopkins kids. If you would like to make a donation to help families access high-quality childcare and youth enrichment activities through Hopkins Community Ed, please select the denomination of your choice in the drop-down menu to the right. You will need to sign in or create an account. You will receive an email confirmation upon completion of the donation. Every child should have the opportunity to participate in uplifting youth enrichment activities. We appreciate your support and are grateful to be your partner in lifelong learning. For more information or if you have questions please contact our Community Education office at community.education@hopkinsschools.org. Thank you for supporting Hopkins Public Schools Community Education! *If there is a denomination you would like to donate and do not see, please contact the Community Education Office at 952-988-4070 and we will assist you.

Ready to take your acting skills to the next level? This class is designed for those with some prior experience in acting, whether from previous classes, community theatre, or professional work. Dive deeper into character development, scene study, and emotional range through advanced exercises and performance techniques. Explore how to build complex characters, analyze scripts, and connect authentically with fellow actors. Drop-In for one, or all sessions. Each session will challenge you to push your boundaries and refine your craft in a supportive environment. Perfect for actors looking to sharpen their skills and grow as performers!

Join our skilled team of Licensed Children's Teachers, Licensed Parenting Educators, and Assistants for a class full of fun play-based learning. Listen to all the giggles as you and your toddler enjoy creative activities, sing songs, play with toys, explore new art forms, and more! ECFE class components include caregiver/child interaction time, a caregiver discussion, engaging learning activities for children, and an interactive circle for you and your child to take part in together! These classes will be gradually separating for the caregiver discussion. NOTE: Sibling Care is offered, with limited spots available - Sibling Care is for ages 6 months - 5.5 years at Harley Hopkins and Meadowbrook. Waitlist: If any class you are interested in has a waitlist, please register for the waitlist. We use our waitlist information to determine what community needs are and to open additional classes when possible. If you are a family with twins/triplets or have any other questions, please email ECFE@hopkinsschools.org

One Day Event: INFANT MASSAGE & PURPOSEFUL PLAY - For infants birth to 6-8 months or pre-crawling. Kara Quist, Pediatric Physical Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Instructor (Therapist for 20+ years & breastfeeding counselor) Benefits of Infant massage and play: *tummy comfort- reflux, gas, and constipation * body awareness *relief of congestion *visual development/ midline skills *sensory system organization *relaxation for baby and parent * reduce the risk of head shape issues * midline head posture for visual development * infant development ideas for play and interaction. Class Registration Required - Register infants and add up to 2 adults to attend with infants - For infants birth to 6-8 months or pre-crawling. ********Sibling Care EMAIL REQUEST REQUIRED - Send email to ECFE@HopkinsSchools.org or call (952) 988-5000