Bloomington Community Education

Parenting teenagers isn't easy. Parenting during a pandemic? Even harder. These times are especially difficult for teenagers, whose job it is to gain independence and spend time with friends! Supporting teenagers and staying connected during this time is essential for their mental health and wellbeing. But this isn't easy! This self-paced online class delivers the latest insight about the adolescent brain along with practical parenting strategies that reduce power struggles and build connection between you and your teen (or soon-to-be-teen). Best for parents of kids ages 8-18. Six modules or “Sparks” plus ongoing access. Spark 1 - Why do they act that way? Spark 2 - Loosen but don’t let go - Staying connected to your teen Spark 3 - Setting limits and avoiding power struggles Spark 4 - Managing emotions, stress, and mental health Spark 5 - Independence vs. guidance - What’s the right balance Spark 6 - Raising a teen requires community Take this class on your own schedule.

Clarify your limits, avoid power struggles, and follow through with consistency and care. Setting limits and avoiding power struggles is a challenging part of parenting. Parenting in a pandemic means that many are experiencing increased conflict and escalating stress. This self-paced online class will help you clarify your priorities, build a stronger toolkit, and set the warm boundaries that kids need right now to stay calm and connected. Best for parents of kids ages 2-10. Three modules or “Sparks” plus ongoing access. Spark 1 - Why Your Child Needs Limits Spark 2 - How to Set Them Spark 3 - Troubleshooting. Take this class on your own schedule.

Help your child take advantage of opportunities online while avoiding risks. Kids are spending more and more time online. Most schools hand kids a tablet or laptop without a parenting guide to go with it! You deserve evidence-based resources, not fear-based soundbites as you navigate escalating screen-time challenges. This self-paced online class cuts through conflicting information and delivers the essential parenting strategies for your child's digital wellbeing. Best for parents of kids ages 8-16. Three modules or “Sparks” plus ongoing access. Spark 1 - Connect & Communicate: an introduction to being your child’s digital mentor. Communicating and coaching through digital challenges. Spark 2 - Rest & Rejuvenate: prioritizing sleep, boredom, movement, and rest. Setting goals and changing habits. Spark 3 - Focus & Fire Up: helping your child build their focused attention. Managing multitasking and practicing mindful media habits. Take this class on your own schedule.

New! Gr. K-6 Spark up curiosity in our illuminating science camp! Dive into the world of circuits, conductivity and LEDs as young scientists embark on a journey of discovery. In this electrifying camp, kids will craft their own light-up greeting cards and fireflies as they bring their creations to life with the magic of LEDs. Explore the captivating realm of electromagnets, learning the principles that power many every-day devices, and conduct hands-on experiments to unravel the mysteries of magnetism. Please bring a nut-free snack and water to camp daily.

New Class! Learn how to create fun and easy fluid art. Instead of paint brushes, we will use gravity to move the paint and different techniques to create two ocean-inspired pours. It's a lot of fun (and somewhat addicting!) and a great way to spark your creative energy. You will create two 8"x 8" canvases and transport them home in a provided tray. Your final piece will change during transportation and when it is completely dry.

Gr. K-5 Light the Night! In this amazing art camp we bring art to the next level using special materials like glow in the dark paint, glitter, metallic paint and other unique materials to make our art stand out! Join us and have a blast as we create astonishing art that glows in the dark as well as awesome projects with a spark. This camp will surely light up your creativity! This is a great camp for siblings. Bring a water bottle and nut free snack daily.

Parenting teenagers isn't easy. This time is especially difficult for teenagers, whose job is to gain independence and spend time with friends! Supporting teenagers and staying connected during this time is essential for their mental health and wellbeing. But this isn't easy! This self-paced online class delivers the latest insight about the adolescent brain along with practical parenting strategies that reduce power struggles and build connection between you and your teen (or soon-to-be-teen). Best for parents of kids ages 8-18.

Clarify your limits, avoid power struggles, and follow through with consistency and care. Setting limits and avoiding power struggles is a challenging part of parenting. This self-paced online class will help you clarify your priorities, build a stronger toolkit, and set the warm boundaries that kids need right now to stay calm and connected. Best for parents of kids ages 2-10.

Help your child take advantage of opportunities online while avoiding risks. Kids are spending more and more time online. Most schools hand kids a tablet or laptop without a parenting guide to go with it! You deserve evidence-based resources, not fear-based soundbites, as you navigate escalating screen-time challenges. This self-paced online class cuts through conflicting information and delivers the essential parenting strategies for your child's digital wellbeing. Best for parents of kids ages 8-16.