Minnetonka Community Education

Learn leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and rescue skills to become the best-certified babysitter on the block! Must be 11-16 years of age as of the day of class. Please bring a peanut and tree nut-free lunch, a snack, and a beverage to class. Students receive an MCE certified babysitter bag with a handbook, CD, activities, and first aid kit. Certification received: American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certificate (valid for 10 years).

”Mum… Dad… Bingo… BLUEY!” Your Bluey fan will love getting messy as they paint, cut and collage a portrait of Bluey, all on a real canvas board! Come to create a Bluey mixed-media masterpiece; stay for the tail-shaking dance! Come ready to get messy while you play right along with your child. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Bring love and good food to your table. Learn how to make new mouthwatering recipes step-by-step each week. Taste test in class and bring home the skills and recipes for your family to share. Some dishes we may cook include: Session 1 Tony’s Summer Pasta made with fresh pasta and Easy Lemon Cookies Plant Based Tacos and Extra Easy Pumpkin Cookies Homemade Mac and Cheese with Butternut Squash/ Italian Anisette Cookies Mexican Rice and Beans/ Easy Oatmeal Cookies Homemade Calzones/ Marinated Chopped Salad Session 2 Chicken Enchiladas/ Black Bean Salsa Spicy Asian Ramen Noodles/ Easy Sweet Coconut Cookies Baked Ziti/ Italian Butterball Cookies Winter Vegetable Hash/ Regina(Queen’s Biscuit) Quick and Easy Pancit/ Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chess Club focuses on a welcoming atmosphere that builds camaraderie among all players. Our goal is to challenge dedicated chess players with robust end game and opening lessons, as well as tactics and strategies. Players will not only learn chess stratagems, but also learn chess etiquette and sportsmanship, as well as learning about current and historical chess happenings. Another one of our focuses is on over-the-board play to build camaraderie. YEL Chess Club players will not be using digital devices for lessons or for notation. Players will learn to take their notation in their own hand. Ultimately, we want Chess Club players to gain knowledge, learn etiquette, incorporate sportsmanship, and become the competitive players they wish to be. Class will be held at the Youth Enrichment League Office. 11553 Encore Cir Minnetonka, MN 55343

Code your own computer bot and join the coding arena! No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity. Learn real coding skills while battling bots in fun, friendly competitions! The Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament.

Learn new illustration and coloring techniques inspired by popular video games and classic apps. Create artwork based on pixel block characters, plants, zombies and more Join our workshop to explore the stunning art of your favorite apps and video games—creativity meets technology in this fun, hands-on experience! If you love gaming or drawing, you'll have a blast adding your personal touch to these favorites! Please bring a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Get ready for some feathered fun! Kids will enjoy crafting a cheerful clay turkey that’s sure to bring smiles and spark gratitude. This heartwarming activity is a wonderful way to reflect on what we’re thankful for—and it’s even more fun when siblings join in together! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Grades K-5 Get your zugzwang on and battle top chess minds from across the metro! Play six thrilling rounds against players your age and skill level—strategy, focus, and fun all in one tournament! Fee includes: Pizza, snacks, beverages, six rounds of play and all awards. Team Trophy: Schools must have at least four players from their school in order to compete. We take the best four scores from each school and combine them. The school with the highest combined score will receive the TEAM CHAMPION TROPHY. We will have a runner-up trophy for the second place team. Individual Tournament: Students will play six rounds against students of similar grade level. We reserve the option to combine or separate grade levels based on the number of participants. Swiss Play: Participants are matched against others of similar skill level and grade. If a player wins more games, they will play other players who have won more often as well. By the 6th round, we will have a clear champion. Medals & Trophies: Trophies are given out to 1st through 5th place in each grade level category. Medals are given out based on performance. Every student will get either a trophy or a medal by the end of the day. Official USCF rules will apply. Some games may be timed. An email with specific event details will be sent out the week of the tournament. For students in grades K-1, we recommend parents stay with their student at the tournament. Click here to view Youth Enrichment League's FAQ page. This link includes information about staying at the tournament, scoring, the schedule, child supervision and more! Please note: this tournament is NOT USCF rated.

This class is for teens ages 12 to 17 who would like to build their knowledge around caretaking, first-aid and CPR. Please bring a peanut free snack. Certification received: American Red Cross Infant/Child CPR - valid for two years.