What is the Early Risers Program? The Princeton Middle School Early Risers Program provides supervised structured time from 7:00-8:15am for students needing a positive head start to their day. Students attending Early Risers will be provided an opportunity to eat breakfast, work on school assignments, read, organize and plan their daily schedule, or exercise/move prior to their school day. Who Would Benefit from the Early Risers Program? Students may need additional time before school for a variety of reasons. Our goal is to support those seeking a quiet work space in the morning with dependable school Wi-Fi as well as those affected by the tiered busing/varied start times in the Princeton School District.

You are invited to have cocoa with the Princeton Police Department School Resource Officers. Come out and get to know our local police department, enjoy family-friendly activities, and learn about community resources for families. Hot chocolate provided by Age Friendly Princeton! This is a free event, but pre-registration is required. Please register each attendee so we have a headcount for cocoa.

Do you want to build a snowman? Shake, sparkle, and watch the magic swirl! In this fun winter-themed class, kids will create their very own snowman sensory bottle to take home.

Get crafty and give back with this fun way to unleash creativity while helping pets in need! Students will make colorful collars to donate to local dogs. Proceeds from the course and the collars will be donated to Paw Pantry.

In this new class, we will introduce kids to the fundamentals of coding and artificial intelligence through Scratch; a visual programming language designed for young learners. Campers engage in hands-on projects and collaborative activities that build foundational coding skills while exploring how AI works in fun and creative ways. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, tablets, and phones DO NOT work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone, and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer and software updated. Zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Scratch Website Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class)

Spring into art and unleash a world of creativity! In this class, you will create spring-inspired art using watercolors, paints, and model magic. Together we will create a cloud watering spring flowers watercolor, a bee on a flower swing painting, and much more! We will decorate each art piece with glitter and gems. Come join in on the fun! Note: projects are different than in past years.

Nothing smells (or tastes!) better than fresh-baked cookies! In this fun, hands-on class, young bakers will whip up a different cookie recipe each week, then enjoy their warm creations with a cold glass of milk. Kids will learn baking basics, measuring skills, and kitchen safety while having a delicious time.

Are you a Master Builder? Put your builder skills to the test and join us after school for weekly build challenges and activities. If we should need a make-up date due to winter weather, the make-up dates will be the last THURSDAY of the month -- Thursday 1/29 for the January class and Thursday 3/26 for the March class.

Is there anything better than the smell of fresh-baked goods? Learn to make breads, pizza, biscuits, and sweet treats while developing essential baking techniques. This is a Non School Day sure to excite your child and fill the day with delicious fun!

Spark up curiosity in our illuminating science class! Dive into the world of circuits, conductivity, and LEDs as young scientists embark on a journey of discovery. In this electrifying class, kids will craft their own light-up anglerfish and fireflies as they bring their creations to life with the magic of LEDs. Explore the captivating realm of electromagnets, learn the principles that power many everyday devices, and conduct hands-on experiments to unravel the mysteries of magnetism. Please pack a nut free snack and water bottle for your child.

What is the Early Risers Program? The Princeton Middle School Early Risers Program provides supervised structured time from 7:00-8:15am for students needing a positive head start to their day. Students attending Early Risers will be provided an opportunity to eat breakfast, work on school assignments, read, organize and plan their daily schedule, or exercise/move prior to their school day. Who Would Benefit from the Early Risers Program? Students may need additional time before school for a variety of reasons. Our goal is to support those seeking a quiet work space in the morning with dependable school Wi-Fi as well as those affected by the tiered busing/varied start times in the Princeton School District.

Inspired by Peeps, come create this adorable bunny using the popular finger-knit technique! Class is beginner-friendly with step-by-step instruction for any level. All materials included.

Join our family-fun puzzle race! Teams of up to four people will race to complete a 350-piece family jigsaw puzzle (mixed small, medium, and large pieces) in the shortest time possible. The pieces of this puzzle are large on one end and small on the other, so that children and adults can work together at the same time! The team that completes the puzzle the fastest will be awarded first place, followed by second and third place. But the fun doesn't stop there -- mini challenges and game variations may pop up during the event! Please note that teams cannot have more than four people. Teams do not have to be family members (you can sign up with friends too!), but at least one member must be school-age (preschool-age 17) and at least one must be an adult (age 18+). Depending on the number of teams, there may be multiple puzzle groups competing and teams would then be grouped by similar ages. Doors open at 5:30pm for photos, food, and to save your seat. Please DO NOT arrive early as our staff need time to set up. The puzzle race begins at 6pm. The $40 team registration fee covers 1 medium pizza (gluten free available), 4 beverages (bottled water, juice, or soda option), and a fun evening of puzzle racing! Please bring extra cash if you'd like to buy concessions on-site. Items range from $1 to $5. Pre-registration is required to ensure we have enough space, puzzles, and pizza. No refunds are available after registration. If we have inclement weather and need to postpone the event, our back-up date will be Friday, April 10th. If you or your business are interested in donating gift cards or prizes, please reach out to our Community Ed office at ce@isd477.org or 763-389-6198. You/your business will be highlighted on social media, in our emails to participants, and added to the donation.

Join us for an unforgettable NEW Minecraft adventure where you'll explore the world of Pokémon like never before. In this multiplayer camp, you'll explore stunning landscapes and iconic locations using the Pixelmon mod. Discover hidden secrets, rare Pokémon, and exciting challenges throughout the Minecraft world. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, tablets, and phones DO NOT work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone, and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Minecraft Java Edition ($30, more information will be provided before class)

Interested in RC Cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Come join us as we explore what makes them work and try them out! Participants will test out their driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars and will leave with a better understanding of them. Participants can use the provided RC Cars or their own with instructor approval. K-1st grade should have adult present during class with the student.

Want to drive RC Cars on a track? Then come join us and you can test your driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars! Participants can use the RC Cars provided or use their own with instructor approval. K-1st grade should have adult present during class with the student.

In this advanced drawing class designed especially for older kids, we’ll explore the exciting world of Anime! Artists will fine-tune their drawing skills as they master techniques and draw popular characters like Egg Gudetama (Lazy Egg Yolk), Totoro, and more! We’ll even paint our own anime-style self-portraits on real canvas boards. This class is perfect for anyone who wants to fine-tune their drawing skills. Please pack a nut free snack.

Kindness Crew is dedicated to serving our community and the needs of the people around us. This program will partner with local agencies and businesses to bring kindness to others and show students the importance of lending a helping hand. We will stay at the Intermediate school or surrounding area for most classes. There may be an opportunity for a short trip in town to another facility, which will be communicated before the first class.

Discover how light and nature can create amazing art! Students will collect natural objects outside like leaves, flowers, and other found objects to design one-of-a-kind prints using sunlight and special paper. A perfect blend of science and creativity! This class is weather dependent and we need sunshine to make it work. Should the weather not cooperate on 4/22, we have scheduled a back-up date of 4/29. You will be notified prior to 4/22 about any changes to schedule.

Discover the art of paper folding! In this creative class, students will learn simple paper-folding techniques to turn plain sheets into colorful, whimsical birds. A fun way to explore hands-on art and bring your creations to life!