Rowland Adult &
Community Education

Leaders Learning Center

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fall Session 2025
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Coding for kids
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Get ready to spark your child's imagination with this exciting introduction to coding! Designed for begineers, this summer class is perfect for kids who are curious about technology and eager to create their own digital projets. Through interactive, hands on lessons, students will explore key programming concepts like loops, variables, and functions. Using engaging block-based coding platforms, learning becomes fun, easy, and accessible for young creators. No prior experience is necessary, just bring a passion for learning and a big imagination. Together, we'll inspire kids to not just play games, but design and build them too!

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

 
Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160751 Ages 7-10 Friday 6/6 - 8/1 3:00pm - 4:00pm
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 102 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $20 due first class meeting
 
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***160752 Ages 7-10 Friday 11/7 - 12/5 3:00pm - 4:00pm
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 102 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $10 due first class meeting
*** No Class 10/17, 11/28

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Montessori Junior Reading and Writing Club
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Designed for children aged 5 to 7, our Montessori-inspired creative reading and writing program ignites imagination and nurtures innovative thinking. This engaging course focuses on developing essential skills, including punctuation, word choice, spelling, grammar, and usage, all while encouraging outside-the-box creativity. Through guided practice and fun activities, your child will build a strong foundation for expressive and confident writing.     Max. 8 Students

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160801 Ages 5-7 Friday 9/5 - 10/31 4:00pm - 5:00pm
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $20 due first class meeting
*** No Class 10/17
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***160802 Ages 5-7 Friday 11/7 - 12/5 4:00pm - 5:00pm
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $10 due first class meeting   
*** No Class 11/28

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FUN WITH Robotics:
a creative hands-on adventure for kids
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Spark your child's imagination and love for discovery with our exciting robotics course! Leveraging LEGO Education technology, children will construct captivating projects like snapping alligators, speedy race cars and spinning robots. They'll also explore the fundamentals of programming to bring their robotic creations to life using a computer. This engaging and hands-on experience not only strengthens their grasp of STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) but also nurtures essential 21st Century skills, such as problem-solving, teamwork, and communication. Min. 5 Students

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160700 Ages 5-8 Friday 9/5 - 10/31 4:15pm - 5:15pm
160701 Ages 5-8 Saturday 9/6 - 11/1 10:00am - 11:00am
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $25 due first class meeting
*** No Class Friday 10/17 & Saturday 10/18
 
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***160702 Ages 5-8 Friday 11/7 - 12/5 4:15pm - 5:15pm
***160703 Ages 5-8 Saturday 11/8 - 12/6 10:00am - 11:00am
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $10 due first class meeting
*** No Class Friday 11/28 & Saturday 11/29
 

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robotics workshop:
a hands-on course for young inovators
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Empower your child to engineer the future with this hands-on robotics workshop! Using cutting-edge programmable robots from MIT Media Laboratory and LEGO Education, students will embark on an exciting journey into intermediate robot building and operation. They will gain practical experience in mechanical design, construction, and teamwork, making learning both fun and rewarding. Perfect for young minds ready to innovate and create.     Min. 5 Students

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160704 Ages 8-12 Saturday 9/6 - 11/1 11:00am - 12:00pm
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $25 due first class meeting
*** No Class 10/18
 
 
Continuing Session
***160706 Ages 8-12 Saturday 11/8 -12/6 11:00am - 12:00pm
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $10 due first class meeting
*** No Class 11/29
 
 

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Anime/ Manga drawing for beginngers
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This summer, let your child dive into the captivating world of anime and manga art! Perfect for beginners, this course teaches kids to draw and color their favorite characters, including cartoon and Pokémon favorites. They will learn essential techniques like creating manga faces, designing hairstyles, and using markers and colored pencils to bring their artwork to life. It's a creative and educational experience designed to enhance your child's artistic skills while providing a fun-filled journey of exploration and imagination.

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160101 Ages 5-8 Friday 9/5 - 10/31 3:00pm - 4:00pm
160102 Ages 7-10 Saturday 9/6 - 11/1 11:00am - 12:00pm
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $30 due at first class meeting
*** No Class Friday 10/17 & Saruday 10/18
 
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***160103 Ages 5-8 Friday 11/7 - 12/5 3:00pm - 4:00pm
***160104 Ages 7-10 Saturday 11/8 - 12/6 11:00am - 12:00pm
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instuctor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $30 due at first class meeting
*** No Class Friday 11/28 & Saruday 11/29

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fun clay courses for kids
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Dive into the delightful world of clay crafting in this hands-on workshop. Young artists will explore various techniques like rolling, squeezing, twisting, pinching, and punching clay. With specialized tools, they will bring to life creations like Pokémon, Squishmallow figures, and much more. Additionally, they will craft clay beads and use them to design unique bracelets or necklaces. This engaging experience fosters creativity and imagination, enhance hand-eye coordination, and develops patience and focus - all while guaranteeing plenty of fun along the way!

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
160505 Ages 5-10 Saturday 9/6 - 11/1
10:00am - 11:00am
 
Class Fee: $175 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $30 due at first class meeting
*** No Class 10/18
 
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***160506 Ages 5-10 Saturday 11/8 - 12/6 10:00am - 11:00am
 
Class Fee: $85 Loc: RACE Room 104 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $15 due at first class meeting
*** No Class 11/29
 

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Art explorers: learning to paint with confidence - beginning & continuing sessions offered
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In this fun and creative beginner painting class, young artists will explore a variety of art materials including watercolor, acrylic paint, markers, and more! Students will learn how to mix colors, handle different brushes and tools, and apply various painting techniques through guided projets. As they create their own original works of art, children will build artistic skills, grow their confidence, and discover the joy of painting. A perfect class for kids to explore, create, and express themselves through painting! ***There is NO EATING in the classroom! Water Bottles Permitted

***Prerequisite: Students must enroll in the Beginner Class before enrolling in the Continuing/Intermediate Class.

Classes Offered:
Beginner Session
120201 Ages 7-10 Wednesday 9/3 - 10/22 3:30pm - 4:30pm
 
Class Fee: $155 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $30 due at the first class meeting, cash only
 
 
Continuing/Intermediate Session
***120202 Ages 7 - 10 Wednesday 10/29 - 11/19 3:30pm - 4:30pm
 
Class Fee: $75 Loc: RACE Room 103 Instructor: Leaders Learning Staff
Material Fee: $15 due at the first class meeting, cash only