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                                       College for Kids
                                      40th Anniversary
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 classes for personal and professional development
Community education College for Kids 40th Anniversary - Parkland College
go ahead.
it’s time.
You’re ready to try something new.
Learn a new skill.
Explore your creativity.
Kick your career up a notch.
Maybe even change jobs.

With Community Education, you’ll find valuable personal and professional
development opportunities, from career-enhancing workshops and
certification programs to educational travel, personal enrichment, classes
for kids, and more. Our programs work around your busy schedule,
with many online options. At Parkland College, we’re here to offer rich
possibilities for all ages, all stages of life.

Why wait?
We’ve got a class for that!

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3   Cover Story Maria Wilson and daughter Taytum say           26 Recreation Target archery; sailboat operations and
    there’s lots to love about College for Kids, now in its       NEW adult sailing seminar.
    40th year.
                                                               27 Travel Study Frida Kahlo or Frank Lloyd Wright on
4   Youth Programs NEW LEGO-building, Cinco de                    trips with Giertz Gallery; explore comedy in Chicago, a
    Mayo-cooking, and mask-making workshops; PLUS                 museum and mansion in Bloomington, and a
    family cooking and comedy, archery, and VEX IQ robotics.      generational farm in Chatsworth. NEW armchair travel
                                                                  to Egypt, Quebec City, Sydney, Australia and the Danube.
6   College for Kids Sign up now for fun this summer!
    NEW topics: apps, theatre props, art/math fusion,          Computers & Technology
    geocaching, sewing, tie dye, comic art, sculpting, and
                                                               30 Basics Learn intermediate computers, computer file
    video game coding.
                                                                  management, and email PLUS AI assistant help and
14 Summer of Discovery Older teens will enjoy these               internet skills classes.
   exciting, hands-on learning experiences.                    31 The Workplace Excel worksheet trouble? Our NEW
                                                                  class will help you link, sort, filter and more. Beginning
17 What’s New? All NEW personal and professional                  and advanced Excel, OneNote, and Adobe classes;
   development classes, trips and armchair travel, youth          online learning series.
   classes.
                                                               Professional Development
Personal Development
                                                               34 Marketing & Communication Customer service
18 Health & Wellness Strengthen your core with the                certificate and NEW classes in social media, strengths-
   NEW Barre Fitness workout, PLUS favorites: group               driven performance, Canva, Google, and marketing a
   cycling, Zumba, water aerobics, yoga, dance classes,           business; NEW workplace conflict solutions certificate.
   boot camp, core, and fitness center.
                                                               36 Business & Management NEW certificate classes
20 Arts & Crafts More fun favorites: Etsy, color theory,          in business writing, management, innovation and critical
   painting and drawing basics, and advanced beading.             thinking, and manager planning and leadership; book
   NEW painting and figure drawing classes.                       keeping basics PLUS leading EDGE series.
21 Food & Beverage Delight your palate with the variety        38 Career Training Get started in voice acting.
   of flavor in these NEW series: Flavors of Mexico,
   Korean Cooking, and International Baking; knife skills.     38 Hospitality Food service sanitation manager
                                                                  certification classes.
23 Home & Garden NEW classes in DIY home design,
   dairy goat products, Ukrainian egg decorating, wood         38 Real Estate WIOA-approved broker’s pre-license
   joinery, and beekeeping (series); neighborhood                 education.
   gardening, composting, floral design PLUS CNC router        39 Transportation & Distribution Drone classes,
   and welding.                                                   PLUS WIOA-approved forklift class and CDL training.
25 Language & Writing Creative nonfiction, fiction             40 Health Training in CPR, mental health first aid,
   writing, and writing memoirs.                                  Spanish, local anesthesia, and alternative medicine;
26 Money Matters Before you try your hand at                      NEW classes in medical terminology and older adult
   investing, pick up great tips from these classes.              screening; PLUS phlebotomy and pharmacy tech.
26 History Explore World War I conflict origins and            43 Parkland Presents Shows and events at the William
   outcomes in two NEW sessions.                                  M. Staerkel Planetarium, Giertz Gallery, and Parkland
                                                                  Theatre.
                                                               45 Parkland Campus Map
                                                               46 Register Now!

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COVER
college                                                                                                                   STORY

for kids
making kids grow, parents happy for 40 years
Maria Wilson needed a place her daughter Taytum could         “She took a chance on a metal jewelry class once,” Maria
try new things, make new friends, grow, and have fun           explains. “Even though it was a bit intimidating at first
during summer and winter breaks. Enter College for Kids        because they used different machines and tools she
at Parkland College.                                           hadn’t experienced before, by the end she was proud
                                                               of her growth and very excited about the pieces she
“You feel safe, secure, happy, and excited from start to       created! She couldn’t wait to show us how to use all the
 finish, and it leaves you with a warm, happy feeling,”        once-intimidating equipment during parent visiting time!”
 Maria says about the campus-based summer camp, now

                                                              “CFK is EXACTLY what we
 celebrating its 40th year. College for Kids offers youth
 ages 8 to 13 the chance to experience learning in fun,
 innovative ways with hands-on, interactive classes that
 occur year-round.
                                                              hoped for when sending her
Taytum was eight when she began CFK three years ago
                                                              off to try something new.”
and has participated in its two-week summer camp ever                       —Maria Wilson
since. Her favorite class is Slime Sensations, and she
really enjoys all of the art programs.                        Little sister Malayna was only four as she watched
                                                              Taytum skip away to her first CFK classes. Now eight
“College for Kids has helped me express my art skills,”
                                                              herself, Malayna is ready to start the program, too.
 Taytum adds. “My favorite memory was when I did a
 winter art class last year with one of my best friends and   “From that very first drop-off, she began counting down
 made a papier-mâché shelf.”                                   the days until she could attend!” Maria says, laughing.
                                                              “CFK classes are easy to sign my children up for, and the
Throughout the year, CFK classes let kids explore science,
                                                               online brochure provides wonderful class descriptions
art, engineering concepts, cooking, videography, acting,
                                                               that get my kids excited about what’s to come.”
and much more. Mom has watched Taytum’s self-
confidence grow with every class.

                College For Kids takes place June 15–25 and July 6–16, 2020.
                                     Learn more at parkland.edu/ceRegister.

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youth programs
new
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo! ages 10–14                                             Funny Family: Everybody’s a Comedian,
Learn to make tasty Cinco de Mayo favorites inspired by Mexican                  ages 5–10
traditions and culture! Experience the vibrant and bold flavors                  If you’re looking for some family fun, learn and laugh with
of this well-known Mexican holiday as you work with ingredients                  experienced comedy artist Alyssa Buckley. You’ll play classic
bursting with authentic Mexican flavor. As Amanda Perez-Rosser                   improv comedy games like the ones you’ve seen on “Whose Line
walks you through the steps for mixing, pressing, and cooking your               Is It Anyway?” Spend time being silly with your child and watch
own corn tortillas, you’ll discover how simple and satisfying it is to           their creativity blossom. Learn comedy fundamentals that focus
make your own tacos and other traditional Cinco de Mayo foods.                   on listening, offering support, and working together to create a
Allergy alert.                                                                   hilarious, totally improvised scene. It’s a bonding experience that
                                                                                 you won’t find anywhere else.
5/2                       Sat 2–5 PM                  Class ID: 6311
                                                                                 For children ages 5 to 10 and a parent or guardian. Price per individ-
Deadline: 4/25            Location: PC-X118           $59
                                                                                 ual. Each child must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Family Pie Making—Grandma Style,                                                 4/4                        Sat 2–3:30 PM               Class ID: 6435
ages 5–10                                                                       Deadline: 3/28             Location: PC-U140           $8
Discover how to have fun in the kitchen as you learn to make pies
just like grandma did! Families will begin by making a pie crust from             new
scratch and then each individual will take home their own classic
lattice-topped apple pie in a jar.                                               Masks in the Making, ages 8–13
No experience necessary; mouth watering optional. Price per                      Bring your creativity to fashion a mask or hat that transports you
individual. Each child must be accompanied by a registered adult.                to a new and wild place! As a designer, you can explore masks from
Allergy alert.                                                                   around the world and see how they tell stories about cultures and
5/9                       Sat 10–11:30 AM             Class ID: 6436             faraway places. Look to visual artists for inspiration as you use
Deadline: 5/2             Location: PC-X118           $19                        recycled materials and papier mâché to express your personality.
                                                                                 Learn fundamental mask construction and how to decorate a hat or
                                                                                 mask of your very own style.
                                                                                 Supplies included.
                                                                                 4/4–4/11                   Sat 1–4 PM                  Class ID: 6309
                                                                                 Deadline: 3/28             Location: PC-C191           $75

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new
We Build! Family Lego® Workshop,
ages 7–10
Play together! Design together! Build together! You and your child
will have a blast at this interactive Lego building workshop. Use
Lego bricks, sensors, and motors to build with your child, sparking
their creativity and interest in engineering and basic block coding.
Allison Owen, CFK’s expert Lego teacher, will lead you through the
hands-on projects. Together, you’ll have an “aha” moment when you
see what you can build.
Price per individual. Each child must be accompanied by a registered
adult.
4/18                    Sat 1:30–3 PM              Class ID: 7798
Deadline: 4/11          Location: PC-W112          $15

VEX IQ Speed Build, ages 10–13
Gear up for an exciting night at the VEX IQ Speed Build! Designed
for those who already have some experience with robotics,
Legostyle building, or coding, the VEX IQ Speed Build will challenge
you to take your robotic skills to the next level. You’ll design,
program, and build a robot in a team and compete in a VEX IQ
challenge that will help you master the VEX IQ robotics system and
Robot C programming.
Pizza and drinks provided. Allergy alert.
4/17                    Fri 5:30–9 PM              Class ID: 7747
Deadline: 4/10          Location: PC-W112          $55
5/1                     Fri 5:30–9 PM              Class ID: 7748
Deadline: 4/24          Location: PC-W112          $55

Grasp the Bow: Archery, ages 10–15
Master the sport of target archery with experienced coach Matt
Stacher at Hunters Haven indoor range. Learn the fundamentals of
archery, including range safety skills, proper shooting techniques,
and care of the equipment. Along the way, you’ll discover archery
helps you focus, builds confidence, improves your patience, and
even develops your math skills. Get ready to participate in local
archery clubs by taking this class.
Bow and arrows provided.
4/6–4/27                Mon 6:30–8 PM              Class ID: 6320
Deadline: 3/30          Location: HHaven           $59
6/1–6/22                Mon 6:30–8 PM              Class ID: 6321
Deadline: 5/25          Location: HHaven           $59

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college for kids
College for Kids makes learning fun. Your kids will love our interactive classes in art, science, writing, technology, and more!
Registration opens February 17. Early registration discount: $15 off each class when you register before March 13.

                                                         design and create
Pocket Sketching, ages 8–13                                            iPad Art, ages 8–11
As a quick-draw method and artistic journal, pocket sketching helps    Explore the world of digital art and create your portfolio! Rusty
you explore and record your surrounding world in a new way. Grab       Clevenger will teach you the basics of storytelling. Then, create your
your art pad, pens, pencils, and portable supply kit as professional   own stylized portraits and various types of animations. You’ll also
artist Jackie Tice shows you how to capture mood and character         explore various photo-editing apps and learn interesting facts about
using this remarkable technique.                                       visual and commercial artists who use similar digital media. Cap off
6/15–6/25               Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7766           the class with an exhibit that you design and set up.
Deadline: 6/1           $159                                           6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7755
                                                                       Deadline: 6/1            $159
Crazy Paint Studio, ages 8–11
And you thought paint was only for brushes! You’ll use salt, sand,     Pastel Possibilities, ages 8–13
dirt, sponges, brooms, bubble wrap, and other unexpected objects       Take a spin at using oil pastels as your artistic medium and explore
as you dabble with various paint types to make unique creations.       making art with rich and vibrant hues! Learn the techniques of
Complete several paintings to construct one spectacular composi-       color blending, mixing, and composition. Under the guidance of
tion piece. Ah, the endless possibilities!                             professional artist Jackie Tice, perfect the technique of combining
7/6–7/16                Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7764      beautiful colors as you learn to smoothly apply the pigments. See
Deadline: 6/22          $159                                           how the world comes alive using pastels!
                                                                       7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7778
Dare to Draw, ages 8–13                                                Deadline: 6/22           $159
Always doodling on your homework? Bring that passion and dare to
draw! You’ll experiment with unusual, maybe even peculiar drawing      Watercolor with Pencils, ages 8–13
methods and materials. Try your hand at using charcoal, watercolor     Learn to shade and paint with watercolor pencils and create beau-
pencils, pastels, sticks, and paint markers to create several unique   tiful works of art! Under the direction of professional artist Jackie
drawings. With guidance from instructor Rusty Clevenger, watch         Tice, explore color theory as well as techniques specific to the
your artistic talents and creativity grow.                             medium. This is a great class for those who love to draw and paint.
7/6–7/16                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7777           7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7765
Deadline: 6/22          $159                                           Deadline: 6/22           $159

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Adventures in Modeling, Sculpting, and 3D                                Make Your Own Movie, ages 8–11
Design, ages 11–13                                                       Be a part of a movie crew and write, produce, and edit your own
Your journey in becoming a 3D modeler begins now! Let your               mini-movie. Start your filmmaking experience by writing your own
imagination take you to new places as you learn to model everyday        original storyboard. Then, using iPad Minis, gain experience using
objects and translate them into visually inspired 3D printed objects.    cool apps to record your video, take fun pictures during the produc-
Master tips and techniques of digital sculpting with instructor Derek    tion stage, and edit footage into a quality movie. At the end of the
Dallas, who will guide you through every step of the process of using    session, show your movie at a premier party for family and friends.
Mudbox, an artistic software used to design concept art.
                                                                         6/15–6/25 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM            Class ID: 7775
6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7753            Deadline: 6/1     $159
Deadline: 6/1            $159
7/6–7/16
Deadline: 6/22
                         Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7754
                         $159
                                                                         new
                                                                         Ta-Da Tie Dye, ages 11–13
new                                                                      There’s more than classic summer camp tie dyeing happening in
                                                                         Ta-Da Tie Dye! Learn Shibori, the traditional Japanese form of tie
Sculpt It, ages 11–13                                                    dye, along with a centuries-old African art form known as mud cloth.
There are endless possibilities when it comes to sculpting! You’ll use   Experiment with different ways to bind, twist, and tie fabric to create
a variety of fun and unique materials to shape, construct, and create    vibrant patterns and works of art. Make your own natural dyes to get
sculptures large and small. Discover how to construct with card-         lasting colors! You’ll take home several projects you’ll love to wear.
board, recyclable materials, wire, and papier- mâché. Gain inspiration
                                                                         6/15–6/25                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7792
from famous artists and use your own creativity to design amazing
                                                                         Deadline: 6/1             $159
sculptures of all kinds.
                                                                         7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7793
6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7794       Deadline: 6/22            $159
Deadline: 6/1            $159

Strategy Game Making, ages 10–13                                         new
Wait, you can gain critical thinking and survival skills by playing
                                                                         Comics and Zines, ages 11–13
popular strategy games? Build the skill of making careful, informed
                                                                         Have you ever wanted to create a comic about your favorite char-
decisions by breaking down games such as chess, Settlers of Catan,
                                                                         acter? As a comic artist and writer, you can star in your own comic
Munchkin, and go into their strategic elements. Armed with this
                                                                         book! Learn to tell stories as you combine pictures and words,
knowledge, you’ll create your own game from scratch!
                                                                         design a character, write a story, and put it all together in your very
6/15–6/25		          Mon–Thu 3–5 PM		               Class ID: 7784       own comic zine. Instructor Justin Farkas guides you through the
Deadline: 6/1        $159                                                process and helps you develop skills in illustration, visual style, and
                                                                         editing drawings. No prior drawing experience necessary.
Creations in Clay
Experience the tactile magic of clay! Create functional pottery and      7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7788
interesting sculptures using basic hand-building techniques. Explore     Deadline: 6/22            $159
pinching, slab building, and coil sculpting to create lasting works of
                                                                         Metal and Jewelry Studio, ages 11–13
ceramic art. You will also explore various decorating techniques to
                                                                         Use your hands and imagination to turn vibrant metals into unique
complete one-of-a-kind creations. Watch artist Jill Lagerstam give a
                                                                         works of jewelry, containers, boxes, and more. Enjoy learning basic
demonstration using a potter’s wheel in the ceramics studio.
                                                                         forming techniques used with copper and other metals. Denise Seif,
Ages 8–11                                                                a Parkland faculty member and artist, will teach you how to make
6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7757            elaborate textures and patterns as you learn how to solder, rivet,
Deadline: 6/1            $159
                                                                         and patina copper. Design one-of-a-kind pieces you’ll love to wear.
Ages 11–13                                                               Wear closed-toe shoes.
6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7758
                                                                         7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7763
Deadline: 6/1            $159
                                                                         Deadline: 6/22            $159

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Begin to Sew, ages 10–13
                                           Have you ever thought of a career in costume design? Is Project
                                           Runway in your future? It all starts with an introductory sewing class.
                                           Learn how to safely operate a sewing machine, read and follow a
                                           simple pattern, lay out and cut fabric, and sew a simple project. Take
                                           home a completed pair of pajama pants, perfect for a pajama party!
                                           Sewing machines provided for in-class use.
                                           6/15–6/25		          Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM          Class ID: 7776
                                           Deadline: 6/1        $159

                                           new
                                           Sew It Up! Advanced Sewing, ages 10–13
                                           Learn to sew with pizzazz! Sheri Doyle takes your sewing skills to
                                           the next level so you can sew with style! Work on sewing machine
                                           fundamentals and learn different ways to insert a zipper. Experiment
                                           with knit fabrics using advanced skills. Take home your creations,
                                           including a zipper pouch, phone charger holder, and more.
                                           Sewing machines provided for in-class use.
                                           7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7791
                                           Deadline: 6/22           $159

                                                            Explore & Investigate
                                           Babysitting 101 and Beyond, ages 11–13
STACK ’EM!                                 Do you love children? Are you ready to take on new responsibili-
                                           ties as a babysitter or mother’s helper? You’ll learn the basics and
                                           beyond to keep children safe in your care. Practice basic first aid
                                           and discover how to handle emergencies. Learn about child-care
    Sculpt It                              routines including diaper changes, bottle feeding, and age-appropri-
    page 7                                 ate behavior management. Create your own toolkit with games and
                                           activities, and customize your own business materials to make you
                                           stand out as a fantastic and prepared babysitter!
                                           7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7781

    Pawsitively Pets                       Deadline: 6/22           $159

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                                           Brain Busting Bonanza, ages 8–11
                                           Challenge yourself with mental gymnastics and brain-building

    All You Knead to Know                  workouts. Tumble your way through puzzling brain teasers and
                                           compete as you solve daily logic problems. Work individually and
    page 9                                 with teammates to tackle games that test your logic skills in friendly
                                           competitions. You’ll use your logic powers and creativity to match
                                           wits with others!
                                           7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7789
    Incredible Apps                        Deadline: 6/22           $159

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Kids in the Kitchen                                                       Messy Scientists
Do you dream of competing on MasterChef Junior or Chopped                 It’s time to get messy and have fun exploring the world of science!
Junior? Join Amanda Perez-Rosser in this CFK favorite! Explore the        You’ll investigate the properties of science through wacky experi-
basics of kitchen and food safety, learn basic cooking skills, and sam-   ments. Explore chemistry by making dancing pasta and jelly volcanoes.
ple yummy recipes. Discover a variety of international cuisines from      Learn about the properties of water by designing an aqua filter.
France, Mexico, Italy, and Asia. A variety of dishes will be prepared,    Investigate how molecules work by making elephant toothpaste. Pre-
including some new recipes and a few CFK favorites.                       pare to make a mess and discover how the world around us works.
Allergy alert.                                                            Ages 11–13
Ages 8–11                                                                 6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7771
6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7750             Deadline: 6/1            $159
Deadline: 6/1            $159                                             Ages 8–11
Ages 11–13		                                                              6/15–6/25      Mon–Thu 3–5 PM                      Class ID: 7772
6/15–6/25     Mon–Thu 3–5 PM                        Class ID: 7751        Deadline: 6/1  $159
Deadline: 6/1 $159                                                        7/6–7/16       Mon–Thu 3–5 PM                      Class ID: 7773
                                                                          Deadline: 6/22 $159
All You Knead to Know, ages 10–13
Become an expert baker as you discover how to make bread from
scratch! Learn fundamental techniques of measuring and weighing
each ingredient. Master the important step of kneading and learn
how this affects the dough’s texture. Sweet and savory recipes will
tempt you to master these techniques so you can make your own
bread at home.
Allergy alert.
7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7780
Deadline: 6/22           $159

Harry Potter’s Magic Writing World,
ages 10–13
Discover magic in a familiar form as Katie Wennerdahl guides you
through the process. Experiment with creating magical color-chang-
ing ink and the parchment you’ll need for Snape’s endless essays.
                                                                          new
Write, illuminate, and bind a calligraphic manuscript Dumbledore          Treasure Hunting with Geocaching, ages 8–11
would be proud to house in the Hogwarts library—all using simple          Grab your hiking gear and let’s go treasure hunting! Join instructor
historical techniques used by Muggles for centuries!                      Sara Frankie on this exciting geocaching adventure to find treasures
7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7769        hidden on Parkland’s campus. You’ll learn map-reading skills and
Deadline: 6/22           $159                                             how to construct and hide a cache using GPS and maps. Create your
                                                                          own hunt that stumps your friends!
Slime Sensations, ages 10–13
                                                                          6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7796
Join the viral slime sensation and learn the science behind the goo!
                                                                          Deadline: 6/1            $159
Explore the mysteries of scientific properties as you create several
kinds of slime from common household ingredients. Next, dabble            Pawsitively Pets, ages 10–13
in the world of messy art and prepare to get dirty. Using the tech-       Looking for ways to show your family that you will be a responsible
niques of fluid art, experiment with mixing colors to create a variety    pet owner or caregiver? Become an expert in understanding your
of pieces using slime.                                                    pet’s daily needs and how to keep your pet healthy. Observe and inter-
7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM             Class ID: 7770        act with animal ambassadors from the Champaign County Humane
Deadline: 6/22           $159                                             Society so you understand the body language and emotions of pets.
                                                                          Allergy alert.
                                                                          6/15–6/25                Mon–Thu 3–5 PM            Class ID: 7756
                                                                          Deadline: 6/1            $159

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On & Off Stage                                                                  Build & Compute
CFK Jazz Clinic, ages 11–13
Shake, rattle, and roll with CFK’s very own jazz combo. Under the
                                                                                  new
direction of Stacey Peterik, you will learn the fundamentals of the              Art and Math Fusion, ages 8–11
jazz style. Try improvising, and learn about the big band sound and              Are you Picasso or Einstein? Discover how art can help you become a
other forms of jazz while improving your skills. Perfect for those               math whiz! Using art techniques such as paper sculpture, drawing, and
who play a band instrument such as drums, piano, bass, or guitar.                mosaics, you’ll explore the simple math behind flextangles, spirolater-
All levels of musicians welcome. At least one year of band instruc-              als, magic cubes, and tessellations. Fuse math with art and be amazed
tion or private lessons recommended but not required. Bring your                 at how both sides of your brain work to solve math problems.
instrument.
                                                                                 6/15–6/25                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7790
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7774             Deadline: 6/1              $159
Deadline: 6/22            $159
                                                                                 Construction Junction, ages 8–11
new                                                                              Calling all kids who love to invent and build! Work in groups to build a
                                                                                 Rube Goldberg machine and sharpen your problem-solving skills. These
Don’t Eat That! Creating Theatre Props, ages                                     machines are complicated but perform a very simple task. Use a variety
11–13                                                                            of materials to build your own contraption, device, or invention.
Explore the magic of designing and creating a world of theatrical                6/15–6/25                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7779
make-believe! As you learn a variety of prop and set design tech-                Deadline: 6/1              $159
niques, you’ll hold the secrets to making realistic props for the
stage. You and your friends will complete daily builds to help you
                                                                                 Create Your Own Web Page
                                                                                 Do you dream of being a web designer? Learn to write HTML code
design innovative and creative theatre props.
                                                                                 and CSS to enhance your web pages with text formatting, color,
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7797
                                                                                 graphics, and multimedia sound. You’ll gain experience in coding and
Deadline: 6/22            $159
                                                                                 learn techniques that are ideal for those with little or no familiarity
Lights, Camera, Action, ages 8–13                                                with coding or design. Work at your own pace to develop a unique
It’s your chance to make a real TV show! Learn the fundamentals of               website and gain skills working with friends to develop a group website.
TV production with hands-on training in camera operation, switch-                Ages 10–12
ing, lighting, titling, and audio. Work with the crew to create and star         6/15–6/25                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7767
in a TV program, which may be broadcast on Parkland’s television                 Deadline: 6/1              $159
channel, PCTV.                                                                   Ages 11–13
6/15–6/25                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7761             7/6–7/16       Mon–Thu 3–5 PM                          Class ID: 7768
Deadline: 6/1             $159                                                   Deadline: 6/22 $159
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7762
Deadline: 6/22            $159
                                                                                 Engineering with Legos, ages 8–10
                                                                                 This foundational Lego class will inspire future engineers! Begin with
What’s So Funny? Improv for Kids, ages 8–13                                      reading diagrams and progress to measuring properties as you gain
Ad-lib silly characters, physical comedy, and hilarious scenarios in             experience and confidence with simple methods. Work in pairs to
this improvisation class! Develop your creativity and teamwork skills            build mechanisms, investigate motorized machines, calibrate and
and build a strong stage presence as you work with experienced                   capture wind, and study gearing apparatus with a simple motorized
comedy performer Alyssa Buckley. You’ll get to perform with the                  Lego set.
team in Parkland’s Second Stage Theatre at the end of the session.               6/15–6/25                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7759
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7752                   Deadline: 6/1              $159
Deadline: 6/22            $159                                                   7/6–7/16                   Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7760
                                                                                 Deadline: 6/22             $159

      = More fun with a friend!
 Location Key: Clinton Lake Clinton Lake Marina 6599 Sailboat Rd, Weldon • CE Parkland College Community Education 1315 N Mattis Ave, C • CEA Construction
 Education Alliance 1317 N Mattis Ave, C • CUWSW CU Woodshop School of Woodworking 1302 Parkland Ct, C • ES Eastland Suites 1907 N Cunningham Ave,
 U • HHaven Hunters Haven 1040 W Bloomington Rd, C • HP Parkland College Health Professions 1309 N Mattis Ave, C • Joy of IL Joy of Illinois Farm 1689
 County Rd 400 East, C • PC Parkland College MAIN CAMPUS 2400 W Bradley Ave, C

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new                                                                              VEX IQ Robotics, ages 10–13
                                                                                 Unlock the power of your imagination to build a robot using VEX
Incredible Apps, ages 11–13                                                      IQ Robotics. VEX IQ Robotics offers cool technology that teaches
Create incredible and powerful apps for iOS using Thunkable, a                   you to construct a remote-controlled robot. You’ll work with smart
block-based coding language. Design an app from beginning to end,                motors and high-tech sensors to build a robot that is able to lift,
screen by screen. Add design elements such as buttons, text, and                 climb, and throw. Work in teams to program your robot to perform
images to create a fully functional app for a mobile device. Perfect             a variety of challenges.
for the beginner—no experience needed!                                           6/15–6/25                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7782
6/15–6/25                 Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7785                   Deadline: 6/1              $159
Deadline: 6/1             $159                                                   7/6–7/16                   Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7783
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 12:45–2:45 PM Class ID: 7786                   Deadline: 6/22             $159
Deadline: 6/22            $159

new
Video Games from Scratch, ages 10–13
Learn to code your own video game using the Scratch programming
language. Discover the basics of video game design, including game
mechanics, characters, objects, and elements of graphic design.
You’ll learn to hack and remix favorite games like Minecraft. Finished
games will be uploaded and shared online.
Scratch is a project of the MIT Media Lab
6/15–6/25                 Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7795
Deadline: 6/1             $159
7/6–7/16                  Mon–Thu 3–5 PM              Class ID: 7787
Deadline: 6/22            $159.

     HOT TOPICS
     culinary culture—Flavors of Mexico, International Baking, Kids in the Kitchen, All You Knead to Know, Korean Cooking,
     Food Service Sanitization Manager Certification
     screens—Adobe Acrobat, Excel, iPad Art, Video Game Making
     on the road again—ComedySportz, Funk Prairie Museum, Kilgus Farmstead, Second City, Frida Kahlo, Frank Lloyd Wright
     Housewalk
     buzz off—Beekeeping Series includes six classes
     build—Lego Family Build, Vex IQ, Construction Junction, Introduction to Welding, Design a Dream Space
     lol—Family Comedy, ComedySportz, Second City, CFK Improv

      = More fun with a friend!
 Location Key: Clinton Lake Clinton Lake Marina 6599 Sailboat Rd, Weldon • CE Parkland College Community Education 1315 N Mattis Ave, C • CEA Construction
 Education Alliance 1317 N Mattis Ave, C • CUWSW CU Woodshop School of Woodworking 1302 Parkland Ct, C • ES Eastland Suites 1907 N Cunningham Ave,
 U • HHaven Hunters Haven 1040 W Bloomington Rd, C • HP Parkland College Health Professions 1309 N Mattis Ave, C • Joy of IL Joy of Illinois Farm 1689
 County Rd 400 East, C • PC Parkland College MAIN CAMPUS 2400 W Bradley Ave, C

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CFK classes and schedule

June 15–25, 12:45–2:45 PM                                           July 6–16, 12:45–2:45 PM
class ID                                         ages                class ID		                                             ages
  7779     Construction Junction                 8–11                  7760 Engineering with Legos                          8–10
  7757     Creations in Clay                     8–11                  7789 Brain Busting Bonanza                           8–11
  7750     Kids in the Kitchen                   8–11                  7777 Dare to Draw                                    8–13
  7775     Make Your Own Movie                   8–11                  7765 Watercolor with Pencils                         8–13
  7796     Treasure Hunting with Geocaching      8–11                  7752 What’s So Funny? Improv for Kids                8–13
  7766     Pocket Sketching                      8–13                  7780 All You Knead to Know                           10–13
  7776     Begin to Sew                          10–13                 7791 Sew It Up! Advanced Sewing                      10–13
  7782     VEX IQ Robotics                       10–13                 7783 VEX IQ Robotics                                 10–13
  7753     Adventures in Modeling, Sculpting,                          7754 Adventures in Modeling, Sculpting,
           and 3D Design                         11–13                        and 3D Design                                 11–13
 7785      Incredible Apps                       11–13                 7786 Incredible Apps                                 11–13
 7771      Messy Scientists                      11–13                 7763 Metal and Jewelry Studio                        11–13
 7792      Ta-Da Tie Dye                         11–13                 7793 Ta-Da Tie Dye                                   11–13

June 15–25, 3–5 PM                                                  July 6–16, 3–5 PM
class ID                                         ages                class ID                                               ages
  7759     Engineering with Legos                8–10                  7764     Crazy Paint Studio                          8–11
  7790     Art and Math Fusion                   8–11                  7773     Messy Scientists                            8–11
  7755     iPad Art                              8–11                  7762     Lights, Camera, Action                      8–13
  7772     Messy Scientist                       8–11                  7778     Pastel Possibilities                        8–13
  7761     Lights, Camera, Action                8–13                  7769     Harry Potter’s Magic Writing World          10–13
  7767     Create Your Own Web Page              10–12                 7770     Slime Sensations                            10–13
  7756     Pawsitively Pets                      10–13                 7787     Video Games from Scratch                    10–13
  7784     Strategy Game Making                  10–13                 7781     Babysitting 101 and Beyond                  11–13
  7795     Video Games from Scratch              10–13                 7774     CFK Jazz Clinic                             11–13
  7758     Creations in Clay                     11–13                 7788     Comics and Zines                            11–13
  7751     Kids in the Kitchen                   11–13                 7768     Create Your Own Web Page                    11–13
  7794     Sculpt It                             11–13                 7797     Don’t Eat That!
                                                                                Creating Theatre Props                      11–13

                                          STUDENT SPOTLIGHT:
                                          CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF FUN!
                                          Ryan and Hunter Rademaker, father and son, CFK Alumni
                                          As a former CFK student, Ryan Rademaker knew that College for Kids would be a good fit
                                          for his son, Hunter. “CFK is a well-rounded education program that offers many different
                                          topics for young people to try and figure out what their likes and dislikes might be,” Ryan
                                          says. “CFK [is] a good chance for Hunter to explore other areas that he’s interested in…in a
                                          relatively short time frame, but long enough to allow him to better understand these areas.”
                                          Ryan remembers watching planet and star displays in the Planetarium, but Hunter is look-
                                          ing forward to Engineering with Legos.

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CFK registration information

Registration deadlines                                                         Reduced Tuition
Monday, June 1, for classes offered June 15–25                                 Reduced tuition is available for children who receive free or reduced
Monday, June 22, for classes offered July 6–16                                 lunch at school. For those who qualify for reduced tuition, the cost
Requests for refunds will be granted only until the registration deadline.     is $129 per class. Proof of eligibility for free or reduced-cost lunch
                                                                               is required; you may request this documentation from your child’s
Early Registration Discount                                                    school. Documentation must be provided within seven days of the
Registration begins February 17. Enroll your child before March 13             completed registration or the child will be dropped from the class.
to receive $15 off each class. Discount will be applied only to those          To receive the reduced tuition, register online at parkland.edu/
classes for which you register during the early registration period and        ceRegister. When checking out, enter the code CFKSUM2020. Select
may not be transferred to other classes.                                       APPLY CLASS CODE and the price will be reduced automatically. Con-
                                                                               tinue by selecting CHECKOUT.

Registration Tips
  • Improve your chances of enrolling your child in their favorite             Scholarships
    classes by registering online and early.                                   A limited number of scholarships are available for those who qualify
  • Enroll your child in age-appropriate classes. Students must meet           for reduced tuition.
    the age requirement by the class start date.                               Please print the scholarship form from www.parkland.edu/cfk, or
  • The cost is $159 per class.                                                email communityeducation@parkland.edu for more information.
  • Confirmation of class registration will be emailed once your reg-          Online registration is not available for scholarship applicants. Only
    istration is complete.                                                     one scholarship for one class will be awarded per student. Refunds
                                                                               will not be given for classes that are awarded by scholarship. Scholar-
                                                                               ships are made possible by Parkland College Foundation, Champaign
Class Cancellation
                                                                               West Rotary, and C-U Kiwanis Club.
College for Kids reserves the right to cancel any class not meeting the
minimum enrollment. Cancellations will be made the day after the
registration deadline. In the event of a cancellation, we will attempt to      Drop-Off and Pick-Up
place your child into an available class with your permission.                 Classes begin at 12:45 PM and 3 PM. Your child should be dropped off
                                                                               between 12:30 PM and 12:45 PM, or between 2:45 PM and 3 PM. No
                                                                               child may be dropped off before 12:30 PM. Classes end at 2:45 PM
Safety and Security
                                                                               and 5 PM. Parents or guardians must check their child in on the first
  • In an effort to maintain its high standards of safety, we require
                                                                               day of class. Late pick-up fees will be assessed in the amount of $1
    each child to have a Parkland College photo taken on the first
                                                                               per minute after 2:45 PM or 5 PM. If you know that you will be late
    day of class.
                                                                               for pick-up, please call 217/351-2235 to notify staff. Those attending at
  • Staff will provide supervision during and between class times for
                                                                               both class times will be supervised between classes. Please see map
    all College for Kids students.
                                                                               for drop-off and pick-up location (page 45).
  • If your child has any special needs or allergies, be sure to indi-
                                                                               Students may self-sign out at the end of the day or parent/guardian must
    cate these at the time of registration.
                                                                               sign them out. Indicate your preference at the time of registration.

                                                      four easy ways to register
ONLINE                                                                         BY MAIL
parkland.edu/ceRegister. Click FIND A CLASS, and enter the class               Fill out the registration form, sign it, and mail it to 1315 N Mattis Ave-
ID. Note: You must set up a household profile and list the parent or           nue, Champaign, IL 61821. Checks only, or call to complete credit card
guardian as the primary account holder. Add your child and register            transaction at 217/351-2235.
him or her. Credit card payments only.                                         BY FAX
IN PERSON                                                                      Fill out the registration form, sign it, and fax it to 217/351-5928. Please
Fill out the registration form, sign it, and bring it to 1315 N. Mattis Ave-   call 217/351-2235 to complete credit card transaction, or appear in
nue in Champaign. Credit card, check, or cash accepted.                        person to pay by check or cash.

                                    Payment must be received before the student is registered into the class.

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summer
                                      discovery
serious skills. serious fun!
The Summer Discovery program offers teens exciting, hands-on learning experiences led by professionals that encourage
career exploration and expansion of individual skills and talents.
                                                                              Scholarships
Community Education gratefully acknowledges the financial
                                                                              A limited number of scholarships are available for those who met
support provided by Parkland College’s Division of Career and
                                                                              qualifications for reduced tuition. Please print the scholarship
Technical Education, the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical
                                                                              form from parkland.edu/youth or email communityeducation@
Education Grant, the Illinois Professional Land Surveyors
                                                                              parkland.edu for more information. Scholarships are made possible
Association, and Barry Howell, DDS.
                                                                              by Parkland College Foundation, Champaign West Rotary, and C-U
                                                                              Kiwanis Club.
new
Culinary Thyme: Farm to Table, ages 14–17
                                                                              Girls’ Quest STEM Camp, ages 12–15
Discover the delicious world of farm-to-table cuisine! With
                                                                              Build! Code! Be inspired by the world of robotics! Girls’ Quest camp
instructor Amanda Perez-Rosser, you’ll learn to cook with natural
                                                                              sparks your curiosity to learn about robotics and coding. Learn to
ingredients and pair unique foods to create scrumptious dishes.
                                                                              code your robot to lift and compete in team challenges. Imagine
Expand your classroom experience with a visit to a local farm where
                                                                              coding Sphero, a robotic ball, to re-create your very own drawing or
you’ll learn about sustainable farming. In the kitchen, explore the
                                                                              design. Hands-on activities and cool teamwork included.
diversity of flavors of natural ingredients and incorporate local pro-
                                                                              Lunch and T-shirt provided. Allergy alert.
duce into a mouthwatering feast.
                                                                              7/20–7/23               Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM         Class ID: 7808
Allergy alert.
                                                                              Deadline: 7/6           Location: W115            $199
6/8–6/11                  Mon–Thu 9 AM–12 PM           Class ID: 7811
Deadline: 5/25            Location: PC-X118            $159

new
Metals Workshop: Casting Wax to Silver,
ages 14–17
Learn the ancient process of lost-wax casting to make a unique
hand-crafted piece of jewelry. Under the guidance of artist Denise
Seif, Parkland faculty member in metalwork and jewelry, you’ll design
an original work and learn how to translate it into a carved wax form
that will be cast in silver. After casting the piece, you will learn tradi-
tional finishing processes.
Materials included.

6/15–6/25		           Mon–Thu 1–5 PM		                 Class ID: 7810
Deadline: 6/1         Location: PC-C187		              $235

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT:                                             First Gig + Reverb Series
Tom Grassman                                                  $399       Register for both and save!
                                                              Spend the day learning what it’s like to be in a band and record your
                                                              own music! First, practice your skills as a musician under the direc-
                                                              tion of professional musicians who will guide your band to develop
                                                              its own show. Then, move to Parkland’s recording studio to explore
                                                              what it takes to run a successful recording session. You’ll work with
                                                              cutting-edge audio recording techniques and software to mix and
                                                              record music at Perimeter Road Sound Recordings.

                                                              First Gig Rock ’n’ Roll Camp, ages 10–17
                                                              Play in a band! Jam with the pros! Be a rock star! Led by 20-plus
                                                              musicians who have years of studio and live performance experi-
                                                              ence, you will enjoy a week full of learning and fun. You’ll be placed
                                                              in a band with other students and led by a professional musician.
                                                              Work with your band and band leader to develop your band’s live
                                                              show. You’ll find this camp stands out from any other summer pro-
                                                              gram as you immerse yourself in the life of a rock star. Make friends,
                                                              fuel your passion for music, and have fun! Camp includes lunch,
                                                              lunch talks with guest speakers, and conversations with local and
                                                              regional artists in the field of music. Camp will conclude with a live
Tom Grassman has been a professional musician in C-U
                                                              performance on Saturday, June 13, at a local venue. Details will be
for over 20 years and has performed throughout the
                                                              provided during camp.
United States and internationally. He received his AFA
                                                              Allergy alert.
in Music Education from Parkland College in 1998 and a
                                                              6/8–6/12                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM, Fri 9 AM–3 PM
BA in General Studies from Eastern Illinois University in
                                                              Class ID: 7812           Deadline: 5/25
2010. Tom is a founding director of the First Gig Rock ’n’    Location: PC-C148        $349
Roll Camp held each summer at Parkland College.
He has been the founder and guitarist in several success-
                                                              Reverb: Music Recording Workshop,
ful acts in the region, including 90s Daughter, the Brat
                                                              ages 14–17
                                                              Do you want to learn what it takes to run a successful recording
Pack, Live Karaoke Band, and Hammerhead recording
                                                              session? Use cutting-edge audio recording techniques and soft-
artists Third Stone. He is also an accomplished drummer,
                                                              ware to mix and record music in Parkland College’s Perimeter Road
having released two EPs with the band Sick Day and a
                                                              Sound Recordings. Turn your musical inspiration into great-sound-
stint as the drummer for Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass. He is
                                                              ing music!
also owner of Boomerangs Bar & Grill in Urbana.
                                                              Dinner provided. Allergy alert.
Tom discovered his passion for music as a classically
                                                              6/9–6/10                 Tue & Wed 5–7:30 PM        Class ID: 7813
trained pianist at age 7. He was introduced to the gui-
                                                              Deadline: 6/2            Location: PC-C140          $69
tar at age 12 and to the drums as a teenager, and he
has made music his life’s work. His efforts have always       Drone Camp, ages 14–17
focused on the music community in and around C-U,             Take to the skies for an unforgettable summer at Parkland College’s
most recently with the startup Portal Entertainment           drone camp packed with adventure and hands-on activities. You’ll
Group, which creates work for dozens of music acts            learn about the internal workings and how to fly a drone in a sim-
each year.                                                    ulated environment. Learn basic FAA flying rules and investigate
“I always play with passion,” says Tom, who is known for      the many uses of drones, including racing, videography, and search
 his energetic live performances born out of his high         and rescue, while you further your interests in one of today’s fast-
 school experience in theatre. As the lead in a musical his   est-growing industries. Show off your flying skills as you race your
 junior year, he cites these endeavors as integral to his     drone through an obstacle course.
 success as a musician.                                       6/22–6/25                Mon–Thu 9 AM–12 PM         Class ID: 7807
                                                              Deadline: 6/8            Location: PC-W112          $159

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Automotive Camp                                                           Land Surveying and Mapping with
Do you love cars? Do you have the drive to learn how to maintain          Technology, ages 14–18
your own vehicle or possibly explore a career as an automotive            Do you know where your backyard ends and your neighbor’s yard
technician? Tinker with us at Parkland’s state-of-the-art facility, the   begins? Have you ever wondered how maps are designed? A land
Parkhill Applied Technology Center, where you will learn the basics       surveyor can tell you. Land surveyors use high-tech digital equip-
of automotive technology. At this hands-on camp, you will learn how       ment to measure things on, above, and below the ground to make
to complete a vehicle safety inspection and perform basic mainte-         detailed maps. Explore using a high-accuracy GPS, lasers, telescopes,
nance tasks.                                                              and tablet computers to make 3D digital maps of buildings and
Lunch and T-shirt provided. Allergy alert.                                landforms. Kory Allred, a professional land surveyor, will help you
Ages 13–15                                                                experience how professional surveyors use the latest high-tech
6/8–6/11                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM           Class ID: 7803       tools and drones to create maps.
Deadline: 5/25           Location: PC-T117           $189                 Lunch and T-shirt provided. Allergy alert.
7/20–7/23                Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM           Class ID: 7805       6/8–6/11                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM         Class ID: 7801
Deadline: 7/6            Location: PC-T117           $189                 Deadline: 5/25           Location: PC-M143         $189
Ages 16–18
                                                                          Machining and Welding, ages 13–18
6/15–6/18     Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM                      Class ID: 7804
                                                                          Do you want to learn to bend metal with your hands like Superman?
Deadline: 6/1 Location: PC-T117                      $189
                                                                          We can’t teach you how to do that, but we can teach you to use a
Collision Repair Camp, ages 14–18                                         manual lathe to manipulate metal. We can also show you how to
Everyone has a fender bender at some point! Gain experience and           weld metal together and harden steel using heat treatment meth-
see what it takes to repair collisions or more significant damage to      ods. If you are “maker minded,” you will be challenged by what this
a vehicle. Working in Parkland’s state-of-the-art facility, discover      camp features: hands-on, high-tech lab work using the latest tech-
how collision repair blends your creative side with the skills of a       nology in the manufacturing industry. You will design and take home
craftsman. Master basic preparations to refinish a panel and learn        several projects.
to airbrush with water-based paints and stencils. Discover how to         Lunch and T-shirt provided. Allergy alert.
diagnose problems, repair paint imperfections, and use techniques         6/8–6/18                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM         Class ID: 7800
to touch up problems. Explore a career in collision repair, one of the    Deadline: 5/25           Location: PC-T132         $299
fastest-growing sections of the automotive industry. By the end of        7/6–7/16                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM         Class ID: 7814
camp, you will take home a panel that you have refinished using true      Deadline: 6/22           Location: PC-T132         $299
fire and other airbrushing techniques.
                                                                          7/20–7/30                Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM         Class ID: 7815
Wear closed-toe shoes.                                                    Deadline: 7/6            Location: PC-T132         $299
6/22–6/25                Mon–Thu 9 AM–12 PM          Class ID: 7802
Deadline: 6/8            Location: PC-T140           $119                 CSI Experience, ages 14–17
                                                                          Join our exciting CSI Experience and learn the basics of forensic

new                                                                       investigation and media reporting. During this educational camp,
                                                                          you’ll solve a mystery as part of the Parkland CSI team that will con-
Construction Camp, ages 14–17                                             duct a fast-paced crime investigation. Learn to record a crime scene;
Pull out your measuring tape and get ready to build! Learn how to         interview witnesses and suspects; and analyze blood, fingerprints,
properly measure and safely use tools while gaining basic carpentry       and DNA. Using cutting-edge technology, you’ll build a body of evi-
skills. Put your new skills to the test as you create and craft several   dence, find the culprit, and inform the public.
hands-on projects that you can take home as well as large-scale           Lunch and T-shirt are provided. Allergy alert.
team projects. Come ready to have fun, build with your hands, and         6/8–6/18                 Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM        Class ID: 7806
be part of a team!                                                        Deadline: 5/25           Location: PC-Theatre Lobby          $239
Safety equipment and supplies provided.
7/6–7/9                  Mon–Thu 1–5 PM              Class ID: 7809
Deadline: 6/22           Location: CEA               $159

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what’s new?
68 new classes, 23 new instructors, endless adventures. There’s lots to discover!
If you’ve never tried a Community Education course, now’s the time.

Youth                                                                                       Summer Discovery
  Celebrate Cinco de Mayo! �����������������������������������������p 4                     Culinary Thyme: Farm to Table������������������������������� p 14
  Masks in the Making ���������������������������������������������������p 4                Metals Workshop�������������������������������������������������������� p14
  We Build! Family Lego Workshop����������������������������� p 5                           Construction Camp��������������������������������������������������� p 16
  Sculpt It������������������������������������������������������������������������� p 7   Armchair Travel
  Comics and Zines��������������������������������������������������������� p 7             Europe Along the Danube ���������������������������������������p 29
  Ta-Da Tie Dye��������������������������������������������������������������� p 7          Eyes on Egypt�������������������������������������������������������������p 29
  Sew It Up! Advanced Sewing�������������������������������������p 8                        Sydney, Australia�������������������������������������������������������p 29
  Brain Busting Bonanza �����������������������������������������������p 8                  History of Quebec City���������������������������������������������p 29
  Treasure Hunting with Geocaching �������������������������p 9
                                                                                            Trips
  Don’t Eat That!����������������������������������������������������������� p 10
                                                                                             ComedySportz–Chicago������������������������������������������� p 27
  Art and Math Fusion������������������������������������������������� p 10
                                                                                             Funk Prairie Home Museum ����������������������������������� p 27
  Incredible Apps ���������������������������������������������������������� p 11
                                                                                             Kilgus Farmstead Tour ��������������������������������������������� p 27
  Video Games from Scratch �������������������������������������� p 11
                                                                                             Second City–Chicago ����������������������������������������������� p 27
Personal Development                                                                         Giertz Gallery: Frida Kahlo���������������������������������������p 29
  Barre Fitness��������������������������������������������������������������� p 18
                                                                                            Professional Development
  Exploring New Ideas in Painting�����������������������������p 20
                                                                                             Excel: View, Link, Sort, and Filter��������������������������� p 32
  Figure Drawing Fundamentals���������������������������������p 20
                                                                                             Using Canva ���������������������������������������������������������������p 34
  Flavors of Mexico Series��������������������������������������������p 21
                                                                                             Social Media Success������������������������������������������������p 34
  International Baking Series ������������������������������������� p 22
                                                                                             Strengths-Driven Performance�������������������������������p 34
  Korean Cooking Series��������������������������������������������� p 22
                                                                                             Marketing Your Business ����������������������������������������� p 35
  Dairy Goat Products You Make������������������������������� p 23
                                                                                             Google Analytics ������������������������������������������������������� p 35
  Pysanky on the Farm������������������������������������������������� p 23
                                                                                             Workplace Conflict Solutions Certificate�������������p 36
  Design a Dream Space ��������������������������������������������� p 23
                                                                                             The Effective Manager’s Toolbox���������������������������p 36
  Beekeeping Pro Series ���������������������������������������������p 24
                                                                                             Planning and the Manager’s Role ���������������������������p 36
  Wood Joinery������������������������������������������������������������� p 25
                                                                                             Innovation and Critical Thinking�����������������������������p 36
  WWI: The Unlikely Path to War �����������������������������p 26
                                                                                             Certificate in Business Writing�������������������������������p 36
  WWI: The Debt to LaFayette�����������������������������������p 26
                                                                                             Management Certificate�������������������������������������������p 36
  Adult Sailing Seminar �����������������������������������������������p 26
                                                                                             Basics of Bookkeeping ��������������������������������������������� p 37
                                                                                             Medical Terminology Basics������������������������������������� p 41
                                                                                             Screening of Older Adults��������������������������������������� p 41

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personal
development
health & wellness
Gentle Yoga                                                                      new
Link movement with your breath and increase mind–body focus to
help shed unwanted weight, strengthen and tone muscles, increase                 Barre Fitness
flexibility, improve balance, and decrease stress. Instructor Allen              Barre gives you a full-body workout along with strengthening your
Dick, certified E-RYT 200, brings a deep understanding and dedica-               core and toning your glutes and legs. Certified instructor Aya
tion to this popular class. Allen welcomes participants at all levels            Sheryda offers the fusion of ballet-inspired moves with elements of
and encourages progress at each individual’s pace.                               Pilates, dance, yoga, and strength training as a midday energy boost
Bring a yoga mat.                                                                to keep mind and body moving.
3/24–5/12                 Tue 5:30–6:30 PM            Class ID: 6354             Bring a mat.
Deadline: 3/17            Location: PC-P105           $69                        4/8–5/20                   Wed 12–12:45 PM             Class ID: 7705
3/26–5/14                 Thu 5:30–6:30 PM            Class ID: 6355             no class 5/6               Deadline: 4/1               Location: PC-P105
Deadline: 3/19            Location: PC-P105           $69                        $65

Core and More                                                                   Dance and Drum Fit
Strengthen and tone the muscles of your midsection and more.                     Your workout is entertaining when dance fitness and drumming are
Improve your stability, balance, posture, and muscle tone. AFAA-                 combined. AFAA-certified fitness instructor Rena Leake challenges
certified instructor Rena Leake leads you through a foundational                 your expectations and flexibility by combining familiar dance styles
workout that’s great for your upper body and cardio health, and she              with the latest rhythmic workout. Build your strength and endur-
makes it all fun!                                                                ance, work on your core, and get some cardio conditioning while
Bring a mat.                                                                     you feel the beat.
                                                                                 Drum sticks provided. Bring a mat.
3/25–5/13                 Wed 5:30–6:30 PM            Class ID: 6351
Deadline: 3/18            Location: PC-P210           $69                        3/30–5/18                  Mon 5:30–6:30 PM            Class ID: 6349
                                                                                 Deadline: 3/23             Location: PC-P105           $69
Boot Camp
Get yourself going, get your effort showing, and start feeling super-            Nia
fit. Join certified fitness instructor Lindsay Riesel for an energizing          Connect and listen to your body through Nia! Combine senso-
early-morning workout to wake you up, tone all the major muscle                  ry-based movement, the healing arts, dance arts, and simple martial
groups, and incorporate cardio drills to strengthen your heart.                  arts through low- and non-impact aerobics. Empower your mind,
                                                                                 body, and spirit. All ages, shapes, and sizes can benefit by joining
3/24–5/14                 Tue & Thu 6–7 AM            Class ID: 6348
                                                                                 Michelle Roberts, certified Nia instructor, as she leads you on this
Deadline: 3/17            Location: PC-Gym            $99
                                                                                 health-enhancing and joyful path.
                                                                                 3/28–5/9                   Sat 9:30–10:30 AM           Class ID: 7416
                                                                                 Deadline: 3/21             Location: PC-P105           $69
      = More fun with a friend!
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