Community Education Director – Angi Kaase

Community Education seeks to improve the quality of life by providing lifelong learning opportunities for all members of the community. Lifelong learning is based on the belief that people are learners at every age and are entitled to pursue educational opportunities that are meaningful to them

The process of community involvement in planning learning activities is the cornerstone of Community Education. Through a partnership of advisory councils and professional staff, community needs are identified and local resources are used to respond to those needs.

We believe that Community Education fosters the learning process in a variety of places and under a variety of conditions. It provides planned learning experiences and activities intended to meet the needs of individuals, families, and the community. By participating in Community Education programs, community members can develop new skills, pursue intellectual and physical interests, and develop a positive self-image.

Community Education looks for ways to connect not only citizens to the school, but also to each other. When a need is identified, we strive to find a way to meet that need by utilizing resources within our own community. We need to know what the community needs and wants. Our ears are always open. We welcome visitors in our office, phone calls, or emails anytime with ideas and feedback.

Community Education Staff
Director: Angi Kaase

Daycare Coordinator: 
Daycare Lead Teachers: Sheila Lecy, April Royet, Courtney Sivesind, Sashia Sharpton & Genevieve Tarrence
Daycare Teacher Assistants: Abbi Dahley, McKenzie Dachel, Genny Hanson, Sheri Heidenwirth & Jade Nelson
Daycare Subs: Mary Schibursky & Kelly Doherty

ECFE Coordinator: 
Early Childhood Educator; Parent Facilitator: 
Early Childhood Educator; Child Facilitator:  

GED Instructor: Joe O’Koren — Pathways to Success

Horizons (Adults With Disabilities)Coordinator: 

SAC Coordinator: Jessica Bradt & Katie Reistroffer
SAC Lead Teachers: Maddie Krage, Aubrey Larson, Daio Mohs & Maddie Simon 
SAC Teacher Assistants: Lilly Miller, Brooke Simon, Jillian Tieskotter, Maddie Topness & Delaney Yoder

School Readiness Coordinator: Tara Corson
4/5 School Readiness Teachers:  Jessica Marzolf & Cari Ledin
4/5 School Readiness Teacher Assistants: Mindy Wolfgram
3/4 School Readiness Teacher: Sonia Bockoven
3/4 School Readiness Teacher Assistant: Deb Ebner

Youth Enrichment Coordinator: Jessica Bradt

Summer Rec Coordinator: Tim Ostrom

The Goal of Fillmore Central’s Youth Enrichment Programs is to provide opportunities for our students to pursue their interests, expand their abilities & to improve their social skills in an informal, fun & safe environment.
Contact our Enrichment Coordinator; Jessica Bradt, for ideas and to register for classes.

jessica.bradt@isd2198.k12.mn.us

Advisory Council Members

• Sue Ann Kinneberg
• Nissa Knapp
• Sheila Lecy
• Janet O’Connor
• Heath Olstad
• Deb Ristau
• Kathy Tesmer
• Shelly Topness

Fillmore Central Youth Football

Fillmore Central 5th & 6th Grade Youth Football Program will begin on Tuesday, August 16th at 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Harmony Football Practice Field, behind the Harmony Community Center for any 5th and 6th grader interested in playing in the fall 2022 season. Players need to come ready to go through some drills with the coaches after the gear is handed out. There will be a short information meeting with the parents at this time also.
Registration Fee: $35 per player.

Additional Practice Dates:
August 17th 6:00-8:00 p.m.
August 18th 6:00-8:00 p.m.

***More dates will be announced at the meeting on August 16th.

Forms:

5th & 6th Grade Youth Football

Why Take the AARP Smart Driver Course?

The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

This class will help you:

• Receive a multi-year discount on your auto insurance.*
• Refresh your driving skills and your knowledge of the rules — and hazards — of the road.
• Reduce your chances of receiving a traffic violation or getting into an accident.

Course highlights:

The AARP Smart Driver course covers:

• Research-based safe driving strategies.
• Information on the effects of medication on driving.
• Preventive measures to reduce driver distractions.
• Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, and new technology found in cars today.
• Techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
• State-specific rules and regulations in 19 key areas, including construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cellphone use and more.

55+ and Alive Defensive Driving 4-Hour Refresher Class
Location: Fillmore Central Elementary School, Preston
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cost: $30/person
To register please call 507.765.3809 Ext. 1192

If you need to take the Smart Driver course to maintain your insurance discount, consider taking the course online and get 20% off. At AARP, their top priority is the health and well-being of staff, volunteers, members and the community at large. This situation is dynamic and AARP will monitor it closely for needed changes to this timeline.

Driver’s Training

Due to COVID, driver’s training classes have not been scheduled at this time. Information will be shared once a decision has been made.
Thank you for your understanding. Complete your 30 hours of classroom training right at Fillmore Central High School, Harmony! This course package will also include the 6 hours of behind the wheel training needed to get your license. All classes will be held at the High School.
Driving hours will need to be scheduled after the classroom portion is complete. There is a required parent class that will be scheduled at a later date.

Wanted: Instructors for Community Education. Do you have a skill, knowledge or a passion (art, baking, crafting, etc.) that you would like to share with your community? Interested in being an Advisory Council member? Call Fillmore Central Community Education at (507) 765-3843 or 886-2789 for additional information.