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Students of Character and Academic Excellence

Community Education

Welcome to PACT Community Education

Our mission is to provide opportunities for learners of all ages to explore new skills, discover passions, and connect with others. Through engaging classes, programs, and experiences, we aim to inspire growth, build community, and make learning meaningful for everyone.

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Discover JOY Through Community Education

We believe every student is meant to experience JOY—not just in learning but also in connection, creativity, and character. One of the best ways students discover joy is by participating in activities outside the classroom. Whether through clubs, arts, service projects, or leadership opportunities, we are dedicated to helping every child find a place where they belong and can thrive.

We recognize that participation isn’t just “extra” – it’s essential. It builds confidence, encourages friendships, and helps develop key skills for growth and success. Our Community Education programs offer students opportunities to explore new interests, try various activities, and participate in experiences that spark curiosity and enjoyment. We urge parents and guardians to support their children in these efforts, since your involvement is vital to their development.

Our dedicated staff and advisors actively assist students in exploring their passions, making it easy to get involved and connect. These programs are designed to meet students where they are, help them find their voice, and build their confidence to take on new challenges. The role of our staff is essential to the success of these programs, and we value their commitment to student engagement.

Community Ed Coordinator

Betsy Minnaert
763-712-4200
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Community Education Offerings

Offerings vary each quarter, but here’s a glimpse of the fun and engaging programs you can find through PACT Community Education.

Art Club

The Art Club provides students with a fun and supportive space to explore art, express themselves, and cultivate creativity, fostering a lasting love of the arts.

Battle of the Books

Students will gather to read and discuss a curated list of books. This club emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and a love of reading as students delve into stories, share their ideas, and engage in enjoyable book-related activities.

Board Game + Chess Club

Students will enjoy a variety of board games (including chess!) while developing strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and sportsmanship. This club provides a fun way to challenge your mind, make new friends, and enjoy friendly competition in a relaxed and engaging setting.

Builders Club

Do you enjoy building? Join us for hands-on projects that allow students to explore engineering, creativity, and problem-solving. Using LEGOs and other materials, students will design, construct, and bring their ideas to life while learning teamwork and developing a passion for building.

Craft Club

Explore a world of creativity! Try different materials, experiment with new techniques, and let your imagination lead you in hands-on projects every week.

Dance Club

This program provides students with a fun and energetic space to explore dance, build coordination and confidence, and foster creativity, teamwork, and a love of rhythm.

Intro to Sports

This club provides students with a fun and engaging way to explore various sports, build athletic skills, confidence, and teamwork, and develop a lasting love for physical activity.

Music Club

Discover the joy of music in a fun and welcoming environment where students explore various styles, rhythms, singing, movement, and instruments to inspire creativity and a love for music.

Robotics

Provides students with a hands-on approach to explore engineering, coding, and problem-solving, while fostering teamwork and enabling them to design their own robots.

Storybook STEAM

Enjoy snacks, discussion, and book-themed crafts while reading together, sparking a love for middle-grade books through fun, hands-on activities.

STEM Club

Young learners will explore hands-on STEM activities that foster curiosity, teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through engaging experiments and challenges.

Girls Basketball League

The league emphasizes skill development, sportsmanship, and fair competition, creating a positive environment where children can learn, grow, and enjoy the game, regardless of their experience.

Boys Basketball League

This youth basketball program for boys in grades 2–4 focuses on developing basketball skills in a fun, supportive environment, featuring practices and in-house league games at PACT.

Community Education Guidelines

  • Community Education programs from 3:30-5:15 p.m.
  • Registration must be completed online for each school quarter.
  • Programs will only be held on days when students are in the building. If there is no school, no programs will be held that day.
  • A minimum of 11 students is required for a community education program to run.
  • Each class can accommodate up to 24 students.
  • Standard programs: $140 per class for the quarter.
  • Friday-only programs: $93.33 prorated rate due to a reduced number of Fridays.

To ensure the safety of all students and respect our staff’s time, we have a strict late pickup policy. Parents and guardians must pick up their children promptly at the end of each activity.

  • Late Fine: A fine will be issued for each late pickup and invoiced through your ParentSquare account.
  • Parents will be fined $25 per hour, billed in 15-minute increments ($6.25 for 15 minutes late, $12.50 for 30 minutes late).
  • The first late pick up of 15 minutes or less will result in a warning. The second will result in a fine, and the third will result in a fine and program removal for the remainder of the quarter.
  • Fees will not be reimbursed if a child is removed from a program.
  • Community Education programs are separate from MSHSL-sponsored sports and do not count toward a family’s activity fee maximum. 
  • Families eligible for free or reduced lunch can receive a 50% discount on one Community Education class per quarter by completing the Educational Benefits Form.

    • Community Education programs from 3:30-5:15 p.m.
    • Registration must be completed online for each school quarter.
    • Programs will only be held on days when students are in the building. If there is no school, no programs will be held that day.
    • A minimum of 11 students is required for a community education program to run.
    • Each class can accommodate up to 24 students.

    • Standard programs: $140 per class for the quarter.
    • Friday-only programs: $93.33 prorated rate due to a reduced number of Fridays.

  • To ensure the safety of all students and respect our staff’s time, we have a strict late pickup policy. Parents and guardians must pick up their children promptly at the end of each activity.

    • Late Fine: A fine will be issued for each late pickup and invoiced through your ParentSquare account.
    • Parents will be fined $25 per hour, billed in 15-minute increments ($6.25 for 15 minutes late, $12.50 for 30 minutes late).
    • The first late pick up of 15 minutes or less will result in a warning. The second will result in a fine, and the third will result in a fine and program removal for the remainder of the quarter.
    • Fees will not be reimbursed if a child is removed from a program.

    • Community Education programs are separate from MSHSL-sponsored sports and do not count toward a family’s activity fee maximum. 
    • Families eligible for free or reduced lunch can receive a 50% discount on one Community Education class per quarter by completing the Educational Benefits Form.