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Monroe Public Schools Community Education



Special Classes

ABC'S OF MEDICARE - (Winter)

Free

with Cheryl & Jonathon Shores

Calendar Feb 18, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

This free informational session explains the ABC’s regarding your rights and options with Medicare. We will add more detailed information on prescription medications for Medicare Seniors. This class is not affiliated with CMS or the federal government and is run by a non-profit agency called Sociably Secure.  NOTE: This will be taught on-line only, a link will be emailed to all students prior to the start date which will allow you access to the class.

Inst: Jonathan Shores, RPh

RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY

$49

with Kimberlynn Schattler

Calendar Mar 6, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

(Spouse can attend for free) 

Retiring soon or currently retired? Learn from a veteran financial advisor how to determine the amount needed to retire, create goals, convert IRAs, reduce taxes and eliminate debt. By attending this class, you will learn how to:

  • integrate your finances with your goals and values
  • best use employer sponsored retirement plans
  • select the retirement distribution plan that is right for you
  • reduce income taxes
  • properly convert your IRA to a Roth IRA

Inst: Todd Cousino, Ameriprise Financial, LLC with guest Dean Robinette

 

ASL FOR BEGINNERS - 2 - Tuesdays - (Spring)

$60

with Joel Phillips

Calendar Mar 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Come have fun while learning a new language. Together we will build on the skills we learning in ASL for Beginners along with learning valuable facts about the Deaf community and history of the language. Family groups encouraged.

(Ages 6-Adults)

Instructor: Joel Phillips

ASL FOR BEGINNERS - 2 - Thursdays - (Spring)

$60

with Joel Phillips

Calendar Mar 13, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Come have fun while learning a new language. Together we will build on the skills we learning in ASL for Beginners along with learning valuable facts about the Deaf community and history of the language. Family groups encouraged.

(Ages 6-Adults)

Instructor: Joel Phillips

SOCIAL SECURITY IN RETIREMENT - (Spring)

$25

with Kimberlynn Schattler

Calendar Mar 18, 2025 at 6 pm

(Spouse can attend for free) 

Maximize your Social Security benefits by planning for the future. This course will help students understand the role Social Security plays in retirement, how much you can expect to receive, who is eligible and how spousal benefits work. Also, when should you begin taking Social Security? Find out how working during retirement affects your benefits and much more.

Inst: Todd Cousino, Ameriprise Financial, LLC.

PUPPY TRAINING/GOOD MANNERS - (Spring)

$130

with Tina Gere

Calendar Apr 7, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

NOTE: You pay $130 per dog only, additional family members can attend free.

The AKC S.T.A.R.™ Puppy Program rewards responsible owners who take the time to train and socialize their new puppies. This program is the puppy level of the AKC’s well-known Canine Good Citizen® program. “S.T.A.R.” stands for Socialization, Training, Activity and a Responsible owner, all of the things a puppy needs to have a good life. This class is for any puppy, breed or mix under 12 months. Please bring health records with puppy on a 6-foot lead to first class. Retractable leads not allowed. (No class 4/21)

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN/THERAPY DOG PREP - (Spring)

$130

with Tina Gere

Calendar Apr 7, 2025 at 7:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

NOTE: You pay $130 per dog only, additional family members can attend free.

The AKC Canine Good Citizen test is the foundation for therapy dog training. This class is based on teaching and training dogs with their handlers through positive reinforcement. We will prepare for evaluation and assessment for therapy dog work. Please bring health records and your pet on a 6-foot lead to class. The evaluation and certification for the AKC title will be a separate fee. Retractable leads not allowed. (NO Class 4/21)

BRAIDS, BUNS, & MORE - (April)

$60

with Renee Hawkins

Calendar Apr 13, 2025 at 12 pm

Price includes 1 Adult and 1 Child - $25 per additional child

Join our fun & interactive hairstyle class designed to make hair care enjoyable and stress-free! This class focuses on teaching you the art of brushing & styling without tears and yelling, ensuring a positive experience for both kids and adults.

Instructor: Renee Hawkins





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