Youth Enrichment
The South St. Paul Youth Enrichment Program offers a range of classes for students in grades kindergarten through high school during the school year and throughout the summer.
The program strives to provide opportunities that supplement the school curriculum without duplicating it. Activities include field trips, arts and crafts, homework help, Mad Science, sports, Awesome Children's Theater (A.C.T.), Driver Education, ACT/SAT preparation, adult/child classes and much more.
Upcoming COURSES
SPORTS & RECREATION
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Soccer Tykes
DASH Sports soccer tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the game of soccer.Key elements of dribbling, passing, and shooting will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes and shin guards optional). Soccer balls are provided. Parent participation is encouraged when needed.
(Ages 2-3)
Monday, April 8-29
5-5:30 pm
4 sessions - $60
Kaposia Education Center
(Ages 4-6)
Monday, April 8-29
5:45-6:15 pm
4 sessions - $60
Kaposia Education Center
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Afterschool Soccer Camp
DASH Sports soccer camps provide players a well-rounded soccer experience covering a broad range of soccer skills training (dribbling, passing, shooting, & defense) and skill-based games. Players will be challenged and grouped at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a fun, positive environment while learning values of 'Respect, Hustle, and Pride'. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes and shin guards are optional). Balls are provided.
(Grades K-5)
Monday, April 8-29
3:45-4:45 pm
4 sessions - $75
Kaposia Education Center
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Flag Football Tykes Camp (Ages 3-5)
DASH Sports flag football tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the great game of football in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes/cleats are optional). Footballs and flag belts are provided. Parent participation is encouraged when needed.
Tues, May 6-June 3
5-5:30 pm
4 sessions - $65
Kaposia Education Center
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Afterschool flag football (grades K-5)
DASH Sports flag football camps provide players with a well-rounded football experience in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced, and players will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of 'Respect, Hustle, and Pride'. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes/cleats and mouthguards are optional). Footballs and flag belts are provided.
Tues, May 6-June 3
3:45-4:45 pm
4 sessions - $70
Kaposia Education Center
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Home Alone/Safe Kids (Ages 7 & Up)
The dilemma: Do you feel your child knows what to do in an emergency situation? Do they know what to do if approached by a strange dog, how to use a fire extinguisher, or how to tell if someone is a "stranger"?
The answer: Parents will rest in the knowledge that this course will help their child stay safe at home and in the community. This course will cover important safety principles that ALL parents want their children to know. This DVD program includes a student workbook and hands-on activities providing a superior program that students love and parents appreciate.
Topics Include:
- Identifying Fire Safety Rules and how to use a fire extinguisher. What to do if trapped in a bedroom during a fire.
- Simple first aid - including cuts, burns, and a demonstration of abdominal thrusts for choking victims, whether for another person or when you're by yourself.
- Understanding safety in the community, such as weather watches/warnings, aggressive dogs, and riding a bicycle on the street.
- Knowing the truth about abuse, abduction, and stranger danger.
- An all-new segment on digital safety and how to navigate the online world safely.
- Give your child solid training on becoming a self care kid and yourself peace of mind, knowing you're helping him or her safely prepare for staying home alone and emergency situations. Handbook is included.
Sat, April 13
9 - 11:30 am
$40/person
One Day Class! Certified Babysitter’s Training (ages 11 & up)
This course is designed to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Youth will learn skills in four core areas: leadership and professionalism, safety, basic care for infants and children and first aid. Participants will receive their Babysitter’s Training Certification and Babysitter’s Handbook. Please bring a nut free bag lunch.
Fri, April 26
8 - 11:30 am
$75/person
ACT PREP & DRIVER'S ED
ACT PREP Online Course
This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or for a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own, and study at their desired pace. You may repeat the course at no charge until you graduate from high school.
The online course will allow students to log-in for the course and proceed at their own pace. The course will be using Google Classroom to present the online course and it will be equivalent to the 12 hour classroom time. The course will use instructors' videos, voice-overs, illustrations, and slides that guide you through all of the testing areas of the ACT. You will also be able to communicate with the instructor when you have questions or concerns.
Self-Paced Course
$80
SSP DRIVER'S EDUCATION
Our Driver Education program is taught by certified licensed instructors. The state of Minnesota requires anyone under the age of 18 wishing to obtain a MN Driver’s License to complete an approved course in driver education. This course must include a minimum of 30 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. The classroom includes lecture, class discussion, guest speakers, films, written work from textbooks and written tests.
Virtual
Monday - Thursday, March 18 - April 2
3 - 6 pm, 4 - 7 pm, or 6:15 - 9:15 pm
$420/person
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SSP Secondary Building, Lecture Hall
Monday - Friday, May 8 - 23
2:45 - 5:45 pm
$420/person
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