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OKEMOS COMMUNITY
EDUCATION
Fencing
Volleyball
etball Winter Walden Ski
Youth Bask & Snowboard Club
Activity Guide
School Year
2019-2020Okemos Community Education
Okemos Community Education
1826 Osage Drive
Okemos, MI 48864
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Phone: (517) 706-5020
Fax: (517) 349-6643
Community Education Website: www.okemosonline.com
Coordinator
Kim Burchman
706-5031
Okemos Community Education
OCE STAFF
Enrichment/Recreation Registrar
Will Be Closed:
Kelli Guthrie Friday-Monday, August 30-September 2, 2019
706-5021 Thursday-Friday, November 28=29, 2019
Supervisor of Recreation Monday-Friday, December 23-27, 2019
James Farnum Monday-Friday, December 30, 2019 – January 3, 2020
706-5026 Monday, January 20, 2020
Monday, February 17, 2020
OKC STAFF Monday-Friday, April 6-10, 2020
Childcare Registrar Monday, May 25, 2020
Michelle Thompson
706-5023
Childcare Clerk
Rebecca Stow
706-5024
FACILITY USE Okemos Kids Club.........................................8
Cathy McKenna
706-5032 Special Events................................................3
Team Sports...................................................4
WEATHER LINE Youth Enrichment..........................................5
706-5022
Youth Recreation..........................................6
MERIDIAN SENIOR CENTER STAFF
Senior Center Director
Cherie Wisdom
706-5045
Senior Center Assistant
Courtney Caltrider
706-5046
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USE OF SCHOOL FACILITY
The Okemos Public Schools are available for rental by businesses, clubs and organizations (no private parties
permitted). We have classrooms, gyms, and auditoriums located throughout the district. Prices and availability
vary depending on the location. The Facility Use Request form can be found at www.okemosonline.com
under “Schedules/Documents”. For more information, contact Cathy McKenna at cathy.mckenna@
okemosk12.net.
SPECIAL EVENTS
“The Dance” (Grades K-6)
Join us for our annual dance for you and your Kindergarten through 6th grade girl. We
will have a fun-filled evening of music and dancing. Snacks, cookies and lemonade
will be served and each girl will receive a small gift to remember the evening. A
professional photo package is available on site for an additional fee. Cost: $20 per
couple/$10 each additional girl until February 7th, after February 7th, $30 per couple/$10 each additional girl.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020......................6:30-8:00 pm................. OHS Commons................................#SPE-101
“Have A Ball” Dance (Grades K-4)
Join us for a new event for you and your Kindergarten through 4th grade boy. We will have a fun-filled evening
of music and dancing. Snacks, cookies and lemonade will be served and each boy will receive a small gift
to remember the evening. A professional photo package is available on site for an additional fee. Cost: $20
per couple/$10 each additional boy until May 1st, after May 1st, $30 per couple/$10 each additional boy.
Thursday, May 7, 2020.....................................6:30-8:00 pm.......Chippewa/Cafeteria................................#SPE-102
EARLY RELEASE
This program is available for students during the two hours there is no instruction on the nine Early Release
days. A movie (rated G or PG) will be shown and students will have an opportunity to read, do homework,
play board games, etc. The Early Release program is supervised by Community Education staff and Okemos
High School student volunteers. A snack and water is provided.
Individual day or full year registration is available. The individual day rate is $12 per student/day; the
full year is at a discounted rate of $90 per student/year. The registration deadline is at 5:00 pm on the
Wednesday prior to the ERA - NO EXCEPTIONS. Parents may register online at www.okemosonline.
com, mail or drop off registration forms to Okemos Community Education at 1826 Osage Dr.,
Okemos, or fax to (517) 349-6643. Forms can be found under documents on www.okemosonline.com.
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TEAM SPORTS
OKEMOS YOUTH BASKETBALL
Competitive Basketball Program
(Grades 3-8)
$135
The Competitive Basketball Program participates in the
Red Cedar Basketball League requiring some travel to
other local communities. Teams are formed at each grade
level based upon independent evaluations of the players’
performance at the tryouts. Participants must attend the
open tryout to have the opportunity to be placed on a
team. Due to the competitive nature of the Red Cedar
League, it is likely that the number of teams that would
Little Chiefs Co-Ed Basketball
be placed for a given grade level would not exceed two
teams. The Competitive Basketball Program for the 3rd – (Begindergarten/Kindergarten)
8th grade players requires a commitment of two nights per $55
week for practice and each team will have one to two Our youngest Chiefs will be introduced to the lifelong
games scheduled each weekend during the eight week sport of basketball through fundamental basketball
schedule beginning in early December (November for 7th motor skill development. This class offers participants the
and 8th Grade Girls). Additional participation is required opportunity to develop their motor skills, thus increasing
in weekend tournaments (1 to 3 weekend tournaments the percentages of becoming a more complete athlete
possible). It is important that players commit to the entire and a better basketball player. Utilizing basketball training
schedule of all competitive team practices, games and techniques that will focus on increasing coordination,
tournaments. Due to the competitive nature of the Red speed, agility and balance. This program will meet from
Cedar Basketball Association, equal playing time is not 9-10 am at Chippewa Middle School on January 11, 18,
guaranteed for all participants as skill levels vary. 25, February 1, 8, and 22. Cost: $55 (includes a t-shirt)
Pre-registration is required. Uniform information will be
provided at tryouts. Once practices begin NO refunds will Recreational Basketball Program
be issued for this program. Cost: $135. (Grades 1-6)
$55
NOTE: Participants not placed on a competitive team will The Recreational Basketball Program will provide an
be placed in the recreational league or issued a refund. environment for players to have fun and learn basketball
fundamentals, skills and strategy with an emphasis on
COMPETITIVE BASKETBALL TRYOUT SCHEDULE team values and good sportsmanship. All participants
ALL TRYOUTS AT KINAWA 6:30-8:00 pm are placed on a team with an emphasis on equal playing
time. Practices are held once per week beginning in
early December. Recreational league games will be at
Chippewa Middle School on January 11, 18, 25, February
1, 8, and 22. Cost: $55.
Recreation Basketball Skill Sessions
(Grades 1-6)
$30
These sessions are for athletes in grades 1st – 6th that
are registered for the Okemos Recreational League.
These sessions will provide an age appropriate training
curriculum with an emphasis on basketball fundamentals
and basketball IQ. These sessions are optional. Sessions
will be November 2, 9 and 16 at Chippewa Middle School.
Grades 1-2 boys and girls from 10:00-11:00 am and Grades
3-6 boys and girls from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Cost: $30.
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YOUTH ENRICHMENT
Chess
(Grades 1-6)
Learn how to play the game of chess or improve your chess skills! Approximately half of each session is spent learning
chess strategies and the other half playing Chess. Students have the opportunity to play in local, state, and national
tournaments. No chess the week of Thanksgiving or during Book Fairs. Students registered for Fall Chess will have an
opportunity to continue the class by registering for the Winter/Spring session separately. Save time and money by
registering for full year Chess-full year Chess is discounted by $1 per class!
Bennett Woods-Monday
Fall (12 weeks)........................ September 16-December 16..............3:50-5:00 pm......... $108...................................#YCE-121
Full Year (26 weeks)............... September 16-April 27.........................3:50-5:00 pm......... $208...................................#YCE-131
Hiawatha-Tuesday
Fall (11 weeks)........................ September 17-December 17..............3:50-5:00 pm......... $99.....................................#YCE-122
Full Year (25 weeks)............... September 17-April 28.........................3:50-5:00 pm......... $200...................................#YCE-132
Cornell-Thursday
Fall (12 weeks)........................ September 19-December 19..............3:50-5:00 pm......... $108...................................#YCE-123
Full Year (28 weeks)............... September 19-April 30.........................3:50-5:00 pm......... $224...................................#YCE-133
Central-Friday
Fall (11 weeks)........................ September 20-December 20..............3:50-5:00 pm......... $104...................................#YCE-124
Full Year (25 weeks) .............. September 20-May 1...........................3:50-5:00 pm......... $200...................................#YCE-134
Kinawa-Wednesday *Please note that Chess on Early Release Days will be from 1:40-2:40 pm
Fall (13 weeks)........................ September 18-December 18..............3:45-4:45 pm*........ $117...................................#YCE-125
Full Year (29 weeks)............... September 18-April 29.........................3:45-4:45 pm*........ $232...................................#YCE-135
Chippewa Advanced Chess-Thursday
This class is for all students who have a serious interest in improving their chess skills and will consist of learning strategies for
the openings, middle game, or endgame, solving problems, analyzing games, and playing chess. Previous participation
in a chess class or previous chess experience is required. Classes are held on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays, September through
April.
Full Year (14 weeks)............... September 19, 2019 – April 16, 2020...... 5:30-7:00 pm....... $112..................................#YCE-120
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YOUTH RECREATION
Fall Volleyball Clinic Martial Arts for Beginners
(Grades 2-6) (Ages 4-11)
Join the volleyball staff at Okemos High School along with Tae Kwon Do is the world’s most popular martial art with
high school players to learn and improve your volleyball its dynamic kicking techniques and defensive hand
skills this fall. Skills taught will include will be forearm passing, techniques. Through this physical discipline, Shinn’s
setting, hitting, and serving. Come join the October Fun!! Taekwondo teaches students success traits such as respect,
Mondays, October 7, 14, 21, 28 perseverance, integrity, indomitable spirit and goal setting.
Grades 2-6 This class is designed for beginners to experience the
5:30-6:45 pm benefits of coordination, focus and discipline through
OHS/Rubber Gym ................... $40...................... #YCR-113 basic Taekwondo techniques and drills. Master Shinn and
experienced students will help beginners start martial arts
in a fun and exciting way.
Winter Walden Ski & Snowboard Club
(Ages 6-16) Thursday, September 19-October 10
Winter Walden is a learn to ski/snowboard program held Tiger Tots (Ages 4-6)......................5:20-6:00 pm
at Mt. Brighton, Mt. Holly or Pine Knob with its own staff of Central/Cafeteria......................... $30...................... #YCR-104
instructors and offers continuous supervision at all times. The Beginners (Ages 6-12)...................6:00-6:40 pm
program runs Saturdays from December 14, 2019 to March Central/Cafeteria......................... $30...................... #YCR-105
1, 2020. Skiers pay daily fee, bus fee, discounted lift tickets Thursday, January 23-February 13
and ski/snowboard rental for each Saturday attended in Tiger Tots (Ages 4-6)......................5:20-6:00 pm
addition to Winter Walden membership fee below. Central/Cafeteria......................... $30...................... #YCR-106
Saturdays, December 14, 2019-March 1, 2020
Beginners (Ages 6-12)...................6:00-6:40 pm
Ages 6-10 Central/Cafeteria......................... $30...................... #YCR-107
8:00 am-5:00 pm............................$250.................... #YCR-126
Ages 11-16
8:00 am-5:00 pm............................$225.................... #YCR-127
Spring Volleyball League
(Grades 3-6)
Our spring instructional volleyball
league provides boys and girls
in grades 3-6 an opportunity
to learn and practice setting,
passing, and serving. Practices
will be Mondays and Thursdays
from 6:00-7:30 pm at Chippewa.
Games (when they begin) will
be Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 pm at Chippewa or at other
Capital area schools. Fee includes a t-shirt.
Monday/Thursday, April 9-May 21
6:00-7:30 pm (8 pm for games)
CMS................................................ $80...................... #YCR-115
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YOUTH RECREATION
Fencing High School/Adult Fencing - 8:00-9:00 pm
(Ages 9 and Up) Experience melee style combat and group strategy fencing
Fencing is a fun cardiovascular workout that improves games. Practice historical medieval martial arts skills and
flexibility and balance while encouraging creative play Olympic fencing techniques. Students must provide their
based on strategy and tactics. Collegiate fencing own approved collegiate style fencing kit.
etiquette, rules and safety practices will be enforced. Fall
Instructor, Chris Oberg, MSU Head Fencing Coach (retired). Friday, September 13-December 20................. Central Gym
$130............................................................................#YCR-120
Fencing Basics - 6:00-7:00 pm Winter/Spring
Learn historical medieval martial arts skills and Olympic Friday, January 10-May 1.................................... Central Gym
fencing techniques. All fencing equipment will be provided $150............................................................................#YCR-123
by the instructor. Wear loose clothing and tennis shoes.
Fall
Friday, September 13-December 20................. Central Gym
$130............................................................................#YCR-118
Winter/Spring
Friday, January 10-May 1.................................... Central Gym
$150............................................................................#YCR-121
Advanced Fencing Techniques - 7:00-8:00 pm
Experience melee style combat and group strategy fencing
games. Practice historical medieval martial arts skills and
Olympic fencing techniques. Students must provide their
own approved collegiate style fencing kit.
Fall
Friday, September 13-December 20................. Central Gym
$130............................................................................#YCR-119
Winter/Spring
Friday, January 10-May 1.................................... Central Gym
$150............................................................................#YCR-122
Lil’ Kickers Soccer
(Ages 3-4)
This program is designed to be an introduction
to the sport of soccer for boys and girls ages
3-4. Training will focus on developing the basic
skills necessary to form a strong foundation for a
successful soccer career.
Monday/Wednesday, May 4-20........................5:30-6:00 pm
Edgewood.................................$30..........................#YCR-108
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OKEMOS KIDS CLUB
Okemos Kids Club opened in the fall of 1983. The program was created to meet a community
need that was identified by parents and school personnel. It was developed and is sponsored
by Okemos Community Education in cooperation with school personnel. Current Kids Club
programs include: Infant, Toddler, Young and Older Preschool, ½ day Discoveries and GSRP,
and K-8 Before/After school care at the elementary schools and Kinawa. These programs
provide options for children as young as six weeks through the middle school years. OKC is fully
licensed by the State of Michigan, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. For further
information regarding registration and rates call the OKC Registrar at 517-706-5023.
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMMING
The Okemos Kids Club Edgewood Early Childhood Center houses our Infant – Preschool programs and uses Creative
Curriculum throughout our programs as an educational guide to developing lifelong learners. In addition to our common
curriculum, our classrooms each participate in story time, music experiences, gym time, and special presentations.
Infant Older Preschool
This is a year round, full day, full week program. The children This is a year round, full day, full week program. Children
in this program are six weeks to 12 months old. Your child will in this program are four years of age and must be able to
be cared for in a safe and nurturing environment. Constant independently toilet, dress and meet personal daily needs.
communication with parents helps the dedicated staff Your child will be cared for in this fun and educational
meet the unique needs of each individual child. environment while enhancing skills needed to make their
Ages: 6 weeks-1 year first year of school a success.
Hours: 7:15 am-6:00 pm Age: 4 years
Monday-Friday Hours: 7:15 am-6:00 pm
Monday-Friday
Toddler
This is a year round, full day, full week program. Children Discoveries
are ages one and two. Children move from the “ones” This is a half day, school year program designed for
room to the “twos” room on their second birthday in order children 3 years of age. Children participate daily in
to allow for age appropriate development of skills and developmentally appropriate activities planned by a
learning. Children participate daily in developmentally professional staff to meet the unique needs of each child.
appropriate activities planned by a professional staff to Children must be able to independently toilet and meet
meet the unique needs of each child. personal needs to attend this program. Begins the week
Ages: 1 & 2 years of September 2.
Hours: 7:15 am-6:00 pm Age: 3 years (must be 3 by 9/1/19)
Monday-Friday Hours: 8:45-11:45 am
Monday-Thursday
Young Preschool
This is a year round, full day, full week program. The GSRP
children in this room are three years of age and there is This is a half day, school year program that has a mix
age appropriate instruction throughout the day. Children of tuition and grant funded students. Your child will be
participate daily in developmentally appropriate activities cared for in this fun and educational environment while
planned by a professional staff to meet the unique needs enhancing skills needed to make their first year of school a
of each child. success. Begins the week of September 2.
Ages: 3 years Age: 4 years (must be 4 by 12/1/19)
Hours: 7:15 am-6:00 pm Hours: 8:45-11:45 am or 12:30-3:30 pm
Monday-Friday Monday - Thursday
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OKEMOS KIDS CLUB
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMMING
Elementary School – Before and After Care ALL OKC FULL DAY OF CARE WILL BE HELD AT OUR
The before and after school program is available in each EDGEWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER.
elementary school from 7:00 am until school begins and
after dismissal until 6:00 pm. Activities are planned by Winter Break
professional staff to include snack, recreation, arts/crafts, Plans are underway for another great Winter Break with
games, books, music, homework time, and “free time” to OKC! Information will be available in the November child
spend with friends. care bills. Please keep us in mind as you plan your break.
Please call 706-5023 for more information.
Club Kinawa Before and After Care
This program offers students an opportunity to participate Spring Break
in a variety of supervised before and after school activities, Care will be available on April 3-April 10, 2020, from 7:15
including snack, recreation, arts/crafts, community am to 6:00 pm. Registration information will be available
services projects, homework time, and “free time” to by March 1st. Please call 706-5023 for more information.
spend with friends. This program is located at Kinawa. 7th
and 8th grade students needing care are welcome to join Summer Camp 2020
us before or after school. Plans are underway for another great summer with OKC!
Information will be out after the first of March. Please keep
Early Release Days us in mind as you plan your summer activities. Please call
Childcare is not available during the two hour Early Release 706-5023 for more information.
period. Normally scheduled After Care is available from
3:50 – 6:00 pm for those families that have pre-registered.
For information or to register for Early Release, contact
Okemos Community Education at (517) 706-5020.
Thank you for choosing OKC! We appreciate being a part of your child’s life each and every day.
ADULT CLASSES
ZUMBA
WITH Zumba
LLER
E P H A NIE MI Join Stephanie Miller for Zumba! Classes are offered on
ST Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00 pm at Edgewood School. Check
okemosonline.com for session dates and rates.
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MID MICHIGAN AQUATICS -
2019 Fall Season
September 9 – December 20, 2019
Exciting 15-week session focused on stroke work & technique
$10 discount for families with 2 or more swimmers
Payments are made online at our website:
www.mmahurricanes.com
New Swimmers Safety Swim - Okemos HS Pool 5:15pm, September 3-6 (Any Day Tuesday-Friday)
No pre-registration required for Safety Swim (drop in). New Members must complete a safety swim for
group placement, before registering . Swimmers must be able to swim two lengths of the pool
freestyle & two lengths backstroke without assistance.
* Swimmers will be grouped by skill level. Swimmers may be moved to the next group in the middle of a term, should the
coach and parent agree that a change will benefit the swimmer. Generally, swimmers will participate with others of
similar age; however, this may not always be the case with advanced athletes, or those just learning the sport.
Exploratory: For younger, enthusiastic new swimmers Senior: For our most Advanced Swimmers that are
who are able to swim two lengths of the pool mastering all 4 strokes & learning to train
freestyle and backstroke Practices: Monday, Wednesday,
Practices: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6:00-8:00 DDPYoga MWF;
Friday 5:00-6:00 p.m. Tuesday 5:00-7:00; Thursdays 4-6pm or 3-4:30
Cost: $205 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee) Cost: $405 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee)
Discovery: For swimmers who are proficient in Senior Team: Prorated amounts for swimmers on our
Freestyle & Backstroke working on Butterfly & area high school varsity teams
Breaststroke Practices: Monday, Wednesday,
Practices: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00-8:00 DDPYoga MWF;
Friday 5:00-6:00 p.m., Thursday 6:00-7:00pm Tuesday 5:00-7:00; Thursdays 4-6pm or 3-4:30
Cost: $330 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee) Cost: Girls Varsity: $200.00 and Boys Varsity: $270
(+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee)
Challenger: For Advanced beginner swimmers that
are fine tuning all 4 strokes, turns & starts Mid-Fall Athlete Starts October 29 – December 21
Practices: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Practices: Times Vary based on practice group Cost:
Friday 6:00-7:00 $220.00 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee)
Cost: $330 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee)
*All swimmers will have an Okemos Facility Use
Hurricane: For our most Advanced Swimmers that are Fee of $25.00.
mastering all 4 strokes & learning to train *Please See and subscribe to our team google calendar .
Practices: Monday, Wednesday, for times and events at mmahurricanes.com
Friday 6:00-8:00 DDPYoga MWF; Tuesday 5:00-7:00;
*For information about our Okemos Middle School Swim .
Thursdays 4-6pm or 3-4:30
Team (Grades 6-8) starting November 25th through the
Cost: $405 (+$80.00 Annual USA Registration fee)
end of January, please contact Coach Mark Tomczak,
mtomczak5@gmail.com
*2019 Winter session starts January 6th, and Spring session starts April 15th. Please check our website for details
regarding NEW SWIMMER Safety Swim dates and times, as well as pricing and schedules.
*For additional info please click on the “Contact Us” button on our website to contact us directly.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Ways to Register:
• Log In: www.okemosonline.com
• Walk In: Between 8:00 am-4:00 pm at 1826 Osage Dr., Okemos, MI 48864
• Flyers/Registration Forms: Flyers and registration forms can be found at
www.okemosonline.com under “Schedules/Documents”.
School Closing:
In the event that schools are closed because of inclement weather or mechanical failure, no
Community Education classes will be held. Classes will be rescheduled as time permits.
Class Cancellation:
Your early registration will help ensure that a class will be held. Most classes have a minimum of
10 participants. If a class must be canceled due to low enrollment, participants will be notified
via email and/or phone and a full refund will be issued.
Refund Policy:
To cancel a registration in a class, call 706-5021 prior to the first day of class and request a refund.
There is a $5 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations after a class has begun.
Charges for Insufficient Funds:
A $35 fee will be assessed for any check returned for insufficient funds.
Okemos Community Education Registration Form
Student Name: __________________________________DOB: ____________ Gender: M F Grade: _____
Parent Name: ____________________________________ Email: _______________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ Zip: __________ Phone:________________________
Course Number: ____________ Course Name:__________________________________ Course Fee:_______
Course Number: ____________ Course Name:__________________________________ Course Fee:_______
Course Number: ____________ Course Name:__________________________________ Course Fee:_______
Total: _______ Cash Check #_______ (Payable to Okemos Community Education) Credit Card
#____________________________________________________Exp. Date: __________ 3 Digit Code: ________
Name on Card: _________________________________ Signature:_____________________________________
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Okemos, MI 48864
”The Dance”
(Grades K-6)
Join us for our annual dance for
Kindergarten-6th grade girls.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
6:30-8:00 pm
OHS/Commons
“Have A Ball” Dance
(Grades K-4)
Join us for this event for your
Kindergarten-4th grade boy.
Thursday, May 7, 2020
6:30-8:00 pm
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