Community Education plays a key role in supporting youth through focused programs and opportunities. We provide more than just education and enrichment, we help contribute to a sound and thriving community by providing young people with engaging activities that help them grow.
Scroll down to view our latest enrichment and athletic activities for youth. Or click a program below to learn more.
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Enrichment
Providing fun activities and learning opportunities for children year-round; after-school, in the evenings and on the weekends; to enhance your child's academic and social experiences while out of school.
Athletics
Elementary and middle school athletic programs are supervised and led by certified coaches, licensed teachers or knowledgeable staff who emphasize skill development, participation, teamwork, and respect for others. Community Education also offers camps and clinics to help students gear up for the athletic programs offered at South Washington County high schools.
Kids Club
Kids Club (grades K-3) and Upgrade (grades 4-5) is the school district school-age child care program, open to all South Washington County Schools students and provided at all elementary school sites throughout the district. Out-of-School Time (OST) care is available before and after school and all day on school release days, including winter, spring and summer breaks.
Swimming
Swimming and water safety is a skill that your children will use for life! SoWashCo Schools Community Education offers swimming lessons to support youth with a wide range of skill levels.
Youth Activities

South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) offers activities and classes for youth through SoWashCo Community Education. Activities and classes are conveniently offered at your child's school, partner locations within our community and online.
Click on the course title to view more information including times, dates and locations. Select a tab to view courses appropriate for your child's current grade level.
To see our full list of current offerings visit sowashco.ce.eleyo.com. Course offerings vary per session.
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Learn hydroponic growing and plant your first microgreens indoors—no soil needed! Take home your living creation after class.
Grades K-5
Goodbye winter boredom! Explore new drawing and storytelling projects that build artistic confidence and imagination through fun, guided lessons.
Grades K-5
Work together to tackle ninja obstacles and problem-solving courses while building self-esteem!
Ages 5+ with a guardian
Use Scratch to code an interactive 2D Pokémon-themed game. Learn programming basics with drag-and-drop coding. No prior coding experience needed.
Grades 2-5
Improve test-taking skills and overall ACT scores. Including an introduction to ACT format, subject ara instruction, test strategies, overcoming test anxiety and time management.
Grades 9-12
Learn Dungeons & Dragons basics, develop your character and play a Minecraft on-shot campaign that blends roleplaying with Minecraft gameplay.
Grade 3-7
Design a Super Smash Bros.-style game using Construct3. Learn game mechanics like character selection, combat, items and stage design in a user-friendly platform.
Grade 3-7
Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city! Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed camp!
Grades 1-5
Design a keychain while learning the full 3D printing process using TinkerCAD. One printed design will be mailed home.
Grades 3-6
Learn the fundamentals of Minecraft modding and how to bring your own ideas to life.
Grades 2-5
Work as a team to create a custom Minecraft theme park using creative and Redstone. Projects include roller coasters, water rides, a trampoline park and many more rides and attractions!
Grades 1-5
An excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers interaction with an experienced instructor. Instructors teach live via virtual classroom and can answer questions when needed.
Grades 9-12
Focus on skill development and team play while learning the fundamentals of basketball. Participate in games within the SoWashCo Schools district. Transportation is not provided.
Grades 7-8
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
Community Education offers teen driver’s education in partnership with Safeway Driving School. Learn to be a safe and skillful driver.
Ages 14.5-18
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
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- Armstrong Elementary
- Community Education
- Conquer Ninja Gym
- Cottage Grove
- Cottage Grove Elementary
- Grey Cloud Elementary
- Hillside Elementary
- Middleton Elementary
- Non-School Day
- Off-site
- Online
- Pine Hill Elementary
- Pullman Elementary
- Red Rock Elementary
- Royal Oaks Elementary
- Serenity Farm
- St. Paul Park
- Valley Crossing Elementary
- Woodbury
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Discover Winter & Spring Activities with Community Education – Register Today!
Keep learning and stay connected through winter and spring with activities for all ages. Explore youth camps, STEM programs, cooking classes, fitness options and more. Browse the catalog to find the right fit for you and enjoy a fun, active season.
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Learn 3D design and modeling skills using Tinkercad while creating a Deathly Hallow model, then creating you own magical pendant. Students will be able to pick one design to be printed and mailed home.
Grades 3-7
Learn how to create a "Top 10" or favorite list video using transitions, music and more.
Grades 3-7
Design a Super Smash Bros.-style game using Construct3. Learn game mechanics like character selection, combat, items and stage design in a user-friendly platform.
Grade 3-7
Learn Dungeons & Dragons basics, develop your character and play a Minecraft on-shot campaign that blends roleplaying with Minecraft gameplay.
Grade 3-7
Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city! Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed camp!
Grades 1-5
Work together to tackle ninja obstacles and problem-solving courses while building self-esteem!
Ages 5+ with a guardian
Goodbye winter boredom! Explore new drawing and storytelling projects that build artistic confidence and imagination through fun, guided lessons.
Grades K-5
Learn hydroponic growing and plant your first microgreens indoors—no soil needed! Take home your living creation after class.
Grades K-5
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Middle School
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Discover Winter & Spring Activities with Community Education – Register Today!
Keep learning and stay connected through winter and spring with activities for all ages. Explore youth camps, STEM programs, cooking classes, fitness options and more. Browse the catalog to find the right fit for you and enjoy a fun, active season.
Focus on skill development and team play while learning the fundamentals of basketball. Participate in games within the SoWashCo Schools district. Transportation is not provided.
Grades 7-8
Spark Equestrian’s day camps at Serenity Farm teach kids the basics of horse care, grooming, and riding.
Ages 6-12
Design a keychain while learning the full 3D printing process using TinkerCAD. One printed design will be mailed home.
Grades 3-6
Learn 3D design and modeling skills using Tinkercad while creating a Deathly Hallow model, then creating you own magical pendant. Students will be able to pick one design to be printed and mailed home.
Grades 3-7
Learn how to create a "Top 10" or favorite list video using transitions, music and more.
Grades 3-7
Design a Super Smash Bros.-style game using Construct3. Learn game mechanics like character selection, combat, items and stage design in a user-friendly platform.
Grade 3-7
Learn Dungeons & Dragons basics, develop your character and play a Minecraft on-shot campaign that blends roleplaying with Minecraft gameplay.
Grade 3-7
Work together to tackle ninja obstacles and problem-solving courses while building self-esteem!
Ages 5+ with a guardian
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
High School
Discover Winter & Spring Activities with Community Education – Register Today!
Keep learning and stay connected through winter and spring with activities for all ages. Explore youth camps, STEM programs, cooking classes, fitness options and more. Browse the catalog to find the right fit for you and enjoy a fun, active season.
Community Education offers teen driver’s education in partnership with Safeway Driving School. Learn to be a safe and skillful driver.
Ages 14.5-18
Improve test-taking skills and overall ACT scores. Including an introduction to ACT format, subject ara instruction, test strategies, overcoming test anxiety and time management.
Grades 9-12
An excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers interaction with an experienced instructor. Instructors teach live via virtual classroom and can answer questions when needed.
Grades 9-12
A distance learning option with the same content as our in-person course. Classroom instruction is conducted through a secure Zoom platform.
Ages 14.5-18
SoWashCo Schools Community Education
Main Office
651-425-6600
communityeducation@sowashco.org
8400 E Point Douglas Rd. S.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Office Hours
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

