>ages 5-12 years old It’s a slime takeover! In this class, slime is the main event. We’ll explore different slime recipes as we create tons of gooey, sparkly, stretchy, messy goo. From an out-of-this-world glitter solar system slime, confetti cake slime and bubblegum scented slime, we’ll make a different slime during each day of class. We’ll even throw in a little painting and sculpting on the side! Roll up your sleeves, and get ready for the Slime-Tastic time you’ve been waiting for! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, verbally communicate with peers and instructors, and collaborate with their peers. Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, verbally communicate with peers and instructors, and collaborate with their peers.

We welcome players of all abilities, ages, and areas who want to learn or improve their basic basketball skills, while having a good time with their fellow players and coaches. Players can participate in either individual skill areas or team events with players of a similar ability. Our teams play half-court games. With the Minnesota Special Olympics hosting the 2026 USA Summer Games, there will be no separate Minnesota State Tournament. We will be competing only in a Minnesota Special Olympics Regional tournament in late April 2026. All players are encouraged to participate in the Regional tournament. Questions, please contact Tracy Madsen at 612-250-3443 or Jerry Mrnak at 612-860-7431. Dates: Mondays, February 9-April 20 (No class March 23). Practice Time: from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the DHS Gym-enter through Door 5. Regional Tournament: Late April 2026

Dear Families,We have some exciting news to share. Our team has been diligently working behind the scenes with a single, determined goal: bringing swimming programs back to Delano Community Education! While we are still finalizing the details to ensure the highest quality experience for your swimmers, we want to make sure you are the first to know as soon as registration opens and schedules are set. 📬 Join Our "First to Know" ListTo stay in the loop, we invite you to register for our Aquatics Interest Email List. Cost: Completely Free What you get: An email with access to information letting you know what's available and when. 🏊 Join Our Team: We’re Hiring!A great program needs a great team. If you or someone you know is passionate about the water and looking for a rewarding role, we want to hear from you! We are currently looking for: * Lifeguards* Swim Instructors Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to start your first job, sign up to receive more information on becoming a lifeguard or swim intstructor. 📣 Coming soon!As we work to roll out our new swim program, we will start with offering Swim Level Assessments for students to help you best know where to start when registering for lessons. Assessments will be a quick and free way to give you immediate feedback and level placement recommendations based on current skills. Students who complete an assessment will have first access at registering for our first mini-camp, of which we are anticipating running several over the summer. These camps will be offered at reduced rates for two purposes - to get students in the water and develop their swimming skills while also giving new swim instructors hands-on training. Join our mailing list so you're one of the first to know when registration opens for these upcoming opportunities as well as upcoming swim lessons. Thank you for your support and patience!Delano Community Education

Summer Math by Mail for Elementary > Completed grades 2 - 6 in 2025-2026 Ms. Jill Yeager is currently a classroom teacher with over 33 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a MA Ed.in Curriculum and instruction. During her career she has taught in grades 3-6 and has also been an instructional coach for teachers teaching kindergarten through 6th grade. She has been offering Summer Math by Mail in nine school districts for over 18 years. Jill Yeager Registration deadline: June 27, Return by August 13. #7184-S1 - Summer Math by Mail Grades K - 1 Completed Kindergarten or 1st grades in 25-26 K-One Summer Math by Mail has been developed to review and enrich math concepts for kindergarteners and first graders. It offers practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence through "pen-pal" style correspondence. It is not a tutoring program and it is not designed to advance students ahead. Participants will receive a pretest to determine math skills and individualize their program. Then they will receive nine weeks of lessons. After they have completed a week’s worth of work, mail it in, and we’ll make corrections, provide comments, and mail it back! Students work at their own pace. Kids love receiving their returned assignments each week in the mail! When all lessons are completed, students will receive a meal coupon. #7184-S2 - Summer Math by Mail Grades 2 - 6 Completed grades 2 - 6 in 2025-2026 Keep your math skills sharp over the summer! This 10-week correspondence program was developed by a veteran teacher. Materials that students will cover during the summer review support concepts they have encountered during their previous school year. Summer Math is not a tutoring program and it is not an enrichment program to advance students ahead. It is a "pen-pal" style correspondence program and offers practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence. Students will take a pre-test and fill out a questionnaire to individualize their program. Students will then receive nine weeks of materials. Each week’s packet will include five math lessons with problem-solving activities. The activities will apply to a specific math concept or strand. After the student has completed a packet, they will mail it in. We’ll make corrections, provide feedback and mail it back. Students may start and finish the course at their own pace throughout the strands. When all lessons are completed, students will receive a restaurant meal coupon. Payment will be charged at time of registration as this is a correspondence course.

Summertime in the Parks >For children entering grades 1-6 If you enroll more than one child in the same week, please select the "Additional Child" price for any additional children of the same family. Summertime in the Park is an opportunity for our kids to get outside, enjoy the weather, build friendships and participate in activities. Each day, there will be planned events for the kids to compete with and work together on. Summertime in the Parks is a fun way to burn off energy and get together with friends from school. Please make sure your child has: a labeled water bottle, snack, sunscreen, bug repellent, and hand sanitizer. Breaks will be provided. Week 1 July 20 - 23 - DIS Playground & Grass Field 8 (G8) ( Registration Deadline: July 8) Playground and Field Games Week: Playgrounds & Field Games Week will take place at the Delano Intermediate School Playground and Grass Field 8 and is packed with active outdoor fun. Participants will rotate through classic playground games, relay races, and large-group field activities that build teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence. Come ready to move, make friends, and enjoy a high-energy week of summer fun! Week 2 July 27 - 30 - Barb King Park ( Registration Deadline: July 15) Athletics/Outdoor Games Week: We will play various team-style games such as kickball, wiffle ball, soccer, and football. Yard games will include: Sharks and minnows, ships across the ocean, freeze tag, and more! This week, all kids need tennis shoes and athletic clothes. (Please ensure all personal items are labeled with your athlete’s name) Sign up for one week or both!! Pre-registration required. Program Prerequisites: Participants should be able to move and play on uneven surfaces, throw, catch, and kick game objects such as, but not limited to, footballs, kickballs, soccer balls, and frisbees, follow 2-3 step directions, verbally communicate with peers and coaches, and work as a team with their peers.

Serve up some fun and build your game at this end-of-school-year tennis camp for boys entering grades 3–5! Designed for beginners and players with some experience, this camp focuses on developing fundamental skills, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, scoring, and court movement. Players will learn through a combination of engaging drills, skill-building games, and introductory match play in a positive and active environment. By the end of the camp, participants will gain confidence, improve their understanding of the game, and be excited to continue playing tennis. Program Prerequisites: Participants must be able to follow a series of directions, demonstrate hand-eye coordination to hold and throw a tennis ball, communicate verbally with peers and coaches, run, shuffle side-to-side, and hold and swing a tennis racket.