Minnesota requires minors begin their Driver Education by completing 30 hours of classroom instruction. We offer classroom instruction several times throughout the year and try to accommodate the students and their activities. Students should be 15 within two months of the start date of the classroom session they want to attend. Students may be asked to wait for a later class if they are registering too far ahead of their 15th birthday. If you have a student who is not 15 within 2-months of the start of class, we can put them on a waitlist and if the class does not fill, we will call those on the waitlist in birth date order. There is a 90 minute supplemental parent meeting, “Point of Impact”, and a 40 hour mandated supervised driving log, 15 hours of which are nighttime hours are required. One parent or guardian must attend this meeting. If parents do not participate in the “Point of Impact” presentation, the supervised driving log must show 50 hours of driving time, 15 hours of which are nighttime hours. Class will be held at the TCU High School in Room B115 Computer Lab off of the Cafeteria and Commons Area along with the Point of Impact Parent meeting. Enter through the main school doors and go across the Commons Area towards the former school store. Students will be notified on their student email of any changes to class or learning model if needed. Spring Session February 24 & 26 | 3:15 - 6:15 pm | TCU High School B115 March 3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 | 3:15 - 6:15 pm | TCU High School B115 March 14 | 8:00 - 11:00 am | TCU High School B115 Mandatory Parent Meeting: March 9th | 6:30 - 8:00 pm | TCU High School B115 Instructor: Andrew Meier, ameier@tcu2905.us Registrations will be taken on-line at: https://tcu2905.arux.app/ then click on Driver’s Education link at the bottom of the page. Note: We’ve switched on-line registration software systems. If you haven’t done so already, you’ll need to create a new account prior to registering. As mandated by the state, when you register for Driver’s Ed. classroom you will be automatically registered for Behind the Wheel. The total cost of our program will be $395 (for TCU students) and the total will be due upon registering for the class. The total fee must accompany the registration form. Space is limited and classes fill quickly. Students and families are asked to plan carefully as attendance is required at all classes. Students must attend all sessions as the state requires 30 hours of seat time for this class. The only excused reasons to miss a class are illness or a family emergency such as a funeral and only one absence is allowed even with these situations, make-up work must be done. Please do not ask to miss for any other reason. No other absences will be granted! Hunting, vacations, sports or other optional activities are not valid excuses. Any program change is totally at the discretion of the session instructor, and additional charges may be made if the instructor has to put in extra time for makeup. Be sure your student is on time, prepared and has made transportation arrangements to and from the class site. Students please bring your chromebook, DE manual, paper and pencil to class. Taking this program is a privilege and inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. There will also be work assigned that must be completed for the course. Students must understand that the instructor has the right to withhold your blue card if your work is not complete or if behavior is unacceptable. Students must also realize that state law mandates you attend all 30 hours of the class. Please contact John Schmiesing, Driver’s Education Coordinator with any questions jschmiesing@tcu2905.us After successful completion of the classroom training, the student will be given their E-Blue Card. This E-Blue Card must be presented when the permit test is taken. E-Blue Cards are critical requirements of the Drivers’ Training process. Students who misplace the E-Blue Card will be charged a $5 replacement fee. Permit tests are offered at several places. Students must show two forms of ID when taking the permit test. A certified birth certificate (not from the hospital) and social security card are two usual forms of ID. The social security card must be signed, but not laminated. After obtaining their permit, students can drive with their parents or other adults over 21. Information for all exam stations is found on the DVS website at dvs.dps.mn.gov. On the right side of the page click on the Driver & Vehicle Services Office Locations Map. Enter the address or zip code of your location, and check the appropriate test box below. Exam stations will be populated by those in closest proximity to the zip code or address entered. Behind the Wheel When you register for the classroom you are automatically registered for Behind the Wheel. Our three Instructors will provide a Sign-Up Genius Link for scheduling Behind the Wheel in the Spring for BTW. We do take a few students for fall and spring Behind the Wheel at the availability of our Instructors based on their schedules. We do not drive over the winter. Students should have at least 10 hours driving experience with a licensed adult completed prior to scheduling Behind the Wheel. If you miss a scheduled time for your BTW training and do not notify the instructor, there is a $50 fee for the missed time. You will need to pay this at the TCU Community Education office before you get your E-White Card. The E-White Card is issued when BTW is completed and is a person’s ticket to go take their BTW test at the state along with completion of 40-50 hours of driving with a licensed adult. Registrations are preferred to be done on-line. You may register online; go to Community Education to the registration page https://tcu2905.arux.app/. If a paper registration is needed or you have questions regarding Driver’s Education, please contact the TCU Community Education office at 507-364-8107. Sessions are filled on a first come first served basis. Refunds must be requested at least one week before the class begins, and no refunds will be given after this date.

Ages 18+. Always wanted to learn or refresh your Spanish? This class focuses on building conversational skills through interactive practice. Topics include greetings, pronunciation, numbers, clothing, and basic grammar. You'll engage in small conversations and explore cultural insights like word origins and dialects. Zoom access and basic computer skills required.

Using an Air Fryer to cook vegetables is quick—and the healthy results are delicious! In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including Lemon Pepper Broccoli, Miso Sesame Kale Chips, and Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience.

It’s time to catch the sun. We will be using tissue paper and laminating sheets to make sun catchers. This will be followed by enjoying the spring season for some fun coloring projects. Th 4/9 4:00 - 5:00 pm TCU Montgomery PreK-8 Elementary Cafeteria $7

B-I-N-G-O! One activity that has been popular is BINGO and we’re looking to offer a fun evening every month for food, prizes and an overall good time. So come on down to try your luck with some BINGO with friends! M 1/5 TH 2/5, 3/5, 4/2, 5/7 4:00 - 5:00 pm TCU Montgomery Elementary Cafeteria $7 for each BINGO session

SideKick Theatre in Bloomington Area Premiere Comedy. The ingredients for the cake are simple: eggs, butter, sugar, salt. Look closer, though, and you’ll see the essence of life itself. Every year, Ernestine bakes a cake and celebrates with her family on her birthday — a delicious ritual that unfolds onstage across 90 years of birthdays. We meet Ernestine and the people who sweeten her life every year on this day as she grows from 17 to 107 years old. Through glimpses of Ernestine’s life as the years go by, Birthday Candles tenderly explores motherhood, family, love, loss and finding your place in the universe. Lunch: Creamy Chicken Breast, served with Roasted Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Coleslaw, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Dessert - Chef’s Choice, Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Hot Tea. Registration deadline is April 15th

Thinking about buying your first home, but not sure if now is the right time? Our First Time Home Buyers Class is designed to help you make informed decisions, understand your options, and guide you step-by-step through the entire home buying process — from preparation to closing. And yes — there will be pizza! Come learn in a relaxed, supportive environment while enjoying a slice (or two) on us. In this no-pressure class, you’ll learn: Should I Buy Now or Wait? We’ll help you evaluate your financial readiness and the current market to determine if now is the right time for you. Do I Qualify for Assistance? Discover state and local grant programs that offer help with down payments, closing costs, and lower interest rates — and how to find out if you qualify. Understanding the Home Buying Process. From pre-approval to keys in hand, our instructor, Lisa Holmquist will walk you through every step of the process. You’ll learn key terms, what to watch for, and how to advocate for yourself along the way. Not Quite Ready Yet? You’ll also have access to personalized one-on-one counseling to build a step-by-step plan to prepare for homeownership — no matter where you’re starting from. Whether you’re ready to buy soon or just starting to explore, this class will leave you feeling confident, informed, and supported — and did we mention there’s pizza?

With our presenters’ over 50 years of practice with Minnesotans planning for and reaching their retirement years, we have learned time and time again that whether you are in your 40s, 50s, or 60s there are several milestones and overlooked life areas where mistakes can lead to results that range from discomfort to disaster. Let’s identify those issues for you in a comfortable learning session full of real-life examples and opportunities to get questions and issues answered. A Zoom link will be sent a day or two prior to class.

Spring into fresh flavors with Kirsten in this live online cooking class. We’ll start by preparing a grain base and a protein and while those are cooking we’ll make a sauce and some fresh sides, then assemble everything to enjoy now OR pack separately for meal prep. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience.

The Concern: Our family has a cabin, homestead, hunting land, farm or second home: How do we protect this family legacy and move its use and enjoyment into the future? The Problem: Various sources and forces threaten its very existence: The nursing home and Medicaid (MA), estate taxes, family divorces, creditor and bankruptcy issues, taxes and operating expenses, unequal resources of owners, the in-laws, and use and enjoyment equality. The Answer: We will provide real-life solutions and explore four paths to resolution that will solve our problems without driving the family apart or sacrificing the family legacy asset. A Zoom link will be sent a day or two prior to class.

Join us for a hands-on class for tasting and making all things Gluten Free. Do you need a good pancake recipe or want a chewy bread like ciabatta? Maybe your muffins are too heavy or you have craved a good soft pretzel. Not to mention GF crackers are expensive. Come for a tasting of all things yummy but free of wheat, rye and barley. Try your hand at creating muffins or the dough for bread. Bring home recipes and your dough or the finished muffins. Bring a large bowl or covered container to class with you.

The biggest fear for most baby boomers is how to pay for the nursing home and still leave an inheritance for the next generation. We will walk through the following questions and more including: How will I meet my nursing home goals? Is Long Term Care Insurance for me? What about home healthcare? Should I gift my money away? Would I qualify for Medicaid? What about my current Trust, does it protect my assets and avoid the nursing home? What is the 60-month claw back? What if my spouse goes into the nursing home and exhausts our money? Get the answers to these and other questions and learn how to create an effective plan to deal with these uncertainties. A Zoom link will be sent a day or two prior to class.