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Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction.The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes.Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
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A-B-C Alphabet Soup
A-B-C Alphabet SoupSchool will be starting soon and this whole week will remind us about letters and sounds and how much fun we can have learning to read. There will be creative play inside and out designed to explore how letters and sounds can be mastered through hands-on, mind stimulating activities. We'll learn how yummy alphabet snacks can be!
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Day Trippers: Minnesota State Fair
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Experience the excitement of the Great Minnesota Get Together without the hassle of parking or traffic! Our comfortable coach bus will drop you off right at the fair entrance, so you can focus on all the food, fun, and festivities! Trip fee includes: motorcoach transportation. Participants must purchase their own fair admission ticket. $15 per ticket for those aged 18 & under. $15 per ticket for ages 65 and up. $18 per ticket for ages 19-64. Don't forget to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your fair-day excitement! Register by August 1, 2025. No refunds on trips.
Spring/Summer 2025
Dinosaurs
Kids Classes
Dinosaurs Take a trip back in time. Become a paleontologist and go on a Dinosaur dig! This camp is about all things dinosaurs with tons of hands-on and creative activities involving dinosaurs and fossils. This week promises to be a prehistoric adventure!
Spring/Summer 2025
Door County Getaway
Trips-Tours
Door County Wisconsin September 15-18, 2025 $1235 per person, Double Occupancy $1515 per person, Single Occupancy Experience the beauty and charm of Door County, Wisconsin, on this four-day guided adventure! Travel in comfort aboard a deluxe motor coach enjoying three nights’ lodging, delicious meals, and exciting attractions, all led by experienced trip leaders. Highlights of the trip include a scenic Washington Island Ferry ride and tour, a visit to The Lavendar Shop, and an exploration of the hand-carved Bjorklunden Chapel. Savor lunch at the famous Al Johnson’s Restaurant, where goats graze on the sod roof, and tour the historic Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. Experience an authentic Fish Boil dinner followed by a night at Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater. The journey concludes with a visit to the Door County Maritime Museum, showcasing over 150 years of shipbuilding history. Departing from Austin, MN, on September 15,2025, this trip includes lodging, meals, and attractions. Reserve your spot today for this unforgettable adventure by calling 507-460-1706 $300 nonrefundable deposit due at registration. Balance due June 27. Trip insurance information will be sent when full balance is paid.
Spring/Summer 2025
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Downtown Owatonna Walking Tour
General Interest
Discover the past 150 years of Owatonna's history. If you are new to our city or if you have lived here a long time, this tour is filled with interesting and historical facts! Your curiosity of certain downtown landmarks will be answered! Our guide will share the history of many buildings and stories of the people who lived and worked downtown. We will cover about 1.5 miles. Dress appropriately for the weather conditions of the day and wear comfortable shoes!
Spring/Summer 2025
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Driver Education 2024-2025 School Year
Driver Education
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction. The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes. Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
Driver Education 2024-2025
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Driver Education 2025-2026 School Year
Driver Education
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction. The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes. Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
Driver Education 2025-2026
Fall Doormat Design Workshop: Hello Autumn
Artful Living
Welcome the season with a custom fall-themed doormat! In this creative and fun workshop, you’ll design and paint your own doormat using stencils, an autumn-inspired design, and your personal flair. Get ready to get crafty as this class offers endless ways to celebrate the season while creating a one-of-a-kind piece to adorn your doorstep.
Spring/Summer 2025
Feb 13
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Feb 16
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Fireflies at the Sidekick Theatre!
Trips-Tours
Join us for Fireflies at the Sidekick Theatre! Retired schoolteacher Eleanor Bannister lives a quiet life alone in tiny Groverdell, Texas, set in her routines and secure in her position as the town’s most respected woman — until a hole in her roof draws the attention of Abel Brown, a smooth-talking drifter intent on renovating Eleanor’s house, and possibly her life. Can the unexpected sparks of late-life romance be trusted, or is there truth in the gossip that Abel isn’t all that he seems to be? Either way, the whole town is talking. On the menu: Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Coleslaw, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Desserts, Coffee, Hot Tea. Your trip fee includes: Motorcoach transportation and admission. Register no later than October 1.
Spring/Summer 2025
Frankenstuffies (Ages 8-18)
Kids Classes
Join us in making a silly Frankenstuffie! Take apart and reassemble multiple stuffed animals into a never-before-seen cute or horrifying animal of your own design. Utilize simple hand-sewing skills and common household tools including needle, thread, yarn, seam ripper, and scissors to make a monster new to this world.
Spring/Summer 2025
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Google Sheets for Awesome Beginners
Computer and Technology Classes
Unlock the full potential of Google Sheets and gain skills that will benefit you for a lifetime! Whether you're using it for work or personal projects, this comprehensive class will transform you from a novice into an expert. You'll master the essential functions of Google Sheets, including entering, organizing, refining, analyzing, and visualizing data. Join us to build a solid foundation in Google Sheets and enhance your productivity and data management capabilities!
Spring/Summer 2025
Husky Chow Culinary Camp (Ages 8-12)
Kids Classes
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Husky Chow Culinary Camp is for kids ages 8-12. Boys and Girls are welcome! This learning class will focus on the learning skills to navigate the kitchen safely, working with small appliances and kitchen and ranges, identifying and correctly naming kitchen equipment and learning to read recipes. All activities are hands-on while learning to create delicious foods we will enjoy in class. Safety comes first, come prepared to listen and follow directions! Further details will be sent prior to the start of Camp.
Spring/Summer 2025
Ice Cream Social on the Roosevelt Lawn!
Adults with Disabilities
Cool off and connect with friends and neighbors at our delightful Ice Cream Social! This sweet event is the perfect way to celebrate community, indulge in tasty treats, and enjoy a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Spring/Summer 2025
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Indoor Cycling Package
Adult Recreation
Cycling is a great way to boost your cardio, get in shape, and increase metabolism! Try out indoor cycling especially if you're a beginner or need something easier on the joints. No matter what your motivation, this is the perfect opportunity to get an awesome mix of cardio with an instructor-led class with sprints, hills, climbs and more. This package gets you up to 8 classes during the session. After registration, text 507-668-0075 to submit your class choices. Available times (all classes 45 minutes): Tu at 8:15am or 6pm Th at 6pm Sa at 8:30am
Spring/Summer 2025
Informational Session: Becoming a Child Foster Parent
Special Interest
Are you interested in becoming a foster parent for children? MN Prairie County Alliance is offering a free informational session regarding child foster care and the child foster care licensing process. Interested applicants who live in Steele, Dodge, or Waseca County will learn about what to expect when becoming a foster parent and be guided step-by-step as you get your child foster care license. There is a virtual and an in-person session offered for this information.
Spring/Summer 2025
Jan 19
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Jan 20
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Joy of Photography
Kids Classes
Photography can be a source of endless fun and creativity. Bring your camera, whether a cell phone or digital camera, as we do activities to explore photography fundamentals such as composition, lighting and framing. Looking through a camera lens will spark your curiosity and help you document the world around you to tell a story to others or just to entertain yourself. Time each day will be spend exploring Owatonna sites away from the Roosevelt campus. Join the adventure!
Spring/Summer 2025
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Kitchen Adventures: Fruit Salad Creations
Adults with Disabilities
Get ready to mix, toss, and taste your way to the perfect fruit salad! In this colorful and delicious class, you’ll learn how to turn simple fruits into stunning creations that are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Spring/Summer 2025