Adult Education Classes Polson School District 2024
Photography
In this class you will learn the basics of photography and the workings of your camera. You will also learn about the types of photography from landscape to portrait, plus learn some skills in editing and saving your work. We will even touch upon photography with your phone. The class will consist of 6 in class sessions and 2 out of class sessions.
Bring your own digital camera.
Instructor - Roxanne Hovenkotter
Contact: rhovenkotter@polson.k12.mt.us / 406-250-4325
Fee: $20
Dates: Tuesday Feb. 6 - March 12 (Two Saturday sessions to be determined.)
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Linderman Library
Learn to Knit
Join this fun, creative class to learn the following:
How to cast on a project. The basic knit and purl stitch. How to read patterns. How to increase and decrease stitches. The basic cable stitch.
How to knit on different types of needles (straight, double pointed, circular), and how to finish a project!
You do not need any prior experience, just a smile and willingness to learn!
We will have knitting needles and practice yarn to get you started, but if you have your own supplies, bring them!
Instructor: Christine Ayers
Contact: cayers@polson.k12.mt.us / 406-260-1176
Fee: $20
Dates: Monday and Tuesday February 5 - March 25
Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Location: Linderman Elementary School Room 109
Country Fusion Line Dancing
Line dancing for everyone! No experience necessary. This class is perfect for beginners to advanced dancers and no partner is needed. Let loose and boogie down to a wide variety of music. Line dancing is also a great workout – get those steps in and have a blast doing it! Come join in the fun and learn many motivating line dance routines.
Instructor: Kylynn Sherry
Contact: ksherry@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $20
Dates: Monday February 5- March 25
Time: 5-6pm
Location:Polson High School Lunchroom-(participants can enter through lower level doors)
Buff Babes
This is a 50 minute female-only circuit training fitness class. The class includes using weights, TRX straps, bands, balance, and bodyweight exercises to achieve a total body workout. All fitness levels are encouraged to attend.
Please bring: clean shoes, yoga mat, water bottle, and comfortable workout clothing.
Instructor: Deanna McElwee/NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Contact: dmcelwee@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $10
Dates: Monday/ Wednesday January 29-March 20
Time: 5:45-6:35am
Location: Polson High School Weight Room
Beginning Stained Glass
Learn the basics of stained glass. Students will begin with a small pre-determined piece. After completion of the first assignment students will have the opportunity to complete an independent project. Class hours will run from 4-6:30pm on Tuesday and Thursdays. This time period is flexible for each student.
Instructor: Matthew Holmes
Contact: mholmes@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee:$30
Dates: Tuesday/Thursday February 6 - March 8
Time: 4-6:30pm
Location: Polson High School Room 213
Introduction to Sewing
Learn the basics of sewing including: rotary cutting, operating a sewing machine, pressing, and fabric selection for beginner projects. We will sew several useful projects such as hot/cold rice packs, zipper pouches, and reusable tote bags. Other projects TBD.
Cost of class will include use of classroom machines, tools, and some fabrics. An additional project materials list will be provided at the first meeting.
Instructor: Stephanie Anderson
Contact: sanderson@polson.k12,mt.us
Fee: $20
Dates: Tuesday/February 6 - March 26
Time: 5-8pm
Location: Polson High School Room 211
Open Sew
Come sew with us! Bring your project or come for ideas and use the class machines. All levels are welcome. If you are stuck or want to try a new pattern, we will support each other in learning and growing on our sewing journeys.
Instructor: Stephanie Anderson
Contact: sanderson@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $15
Date: Thursday February 8 - March 28 (No class 2/15, 3/14)
Time: 5-8pm
Location: PHS 211
NAILED IT! (String Art)
In this class you create a fun string/nail art. Students BYOH (Please bring your own hammer) If you have
a wood piece you would like to use, you can bring that with you as well. You will be using a hammer,
nails, string, paint or stain for your wood piece to bring home 3D art and a unique piece for your home.
Templates provided to fit your experience level.
Instructor: Shalita Rushing
Contact: srushing@polson.k12.mt.us/ 406-273-1045
Fee: $20
Dates: Mon/Wed - February 5 - March 27
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Polson High School Room 213
PickleBall
Beginning pickleball and intermediate pickleball. Please bring your own rackets. Indoor balls will be provided. Class size is limited.
Instructor: Tammy Kelley
Contact: tkelley@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $10
Dates: Sunday - February 4 - March 24
Time: 9-10am Beginners / 10-12 Intermediate
Location: Polson High School gym
Introduction to Backpacking
Learn about the fundamentals of backpacking in this eight-session course. The following topics will be addressed: Leave No Trace, the 10 Essentials, gear selection, basic navigation skills, wilderness safety, meal planning, backpacking techniques, and trip planning and preparation.
Instructor: Leslie Dalbey
Contact: ldalbey@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $20 plus materials for a backpacking meal taste test (stove, fuel, and cookware will be provided)
Date: February 5 - March 25
Time: Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: Polson Middle School Library (enter through the back parking lot)
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and AI tools
Explore the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and how to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT. This course will demonstrate various usages of AI tools and cover "best practices" for interacting with an AI model. This course is designed to help students understand how to use AI tools and will include "practice time" for students to practice working with various AI tools. (personal computer not required)
Instructor: Connor Mulvaney
Contact: cmulvaney@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: $10
Date: February 7- March 27
Time: Wednesday 5-6pm
Location: Polson High School - Room 305 (In building over by the stadium)
Young Kids and Screens
This workshop style class is geared towards families of young children ages 0 - 10 years of age. This class will cover a variety of topics to help parents navigate the digital world with their children. This class will use the Common Sense Media Curriculum and cover a range of topics including: Raising healthy kids in a digital world, finding balance with media and technology, choosing high-quality media, using media and technology to make meaningful learning and family connections, online safety, and using media and technology to build life skills in young children. All sessions will include resources to take home.
Instructor: Stacey Ellis
Contact: sellis@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: Free
Date: Monday (6 sessions, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18)
Time: 5:15 - 6:15
Location: Polson High School - Library
Tweens, Teens, and Their Digital Lives
This workshop style class is geared towards families with children ages 11 - 18 years of age. This class will cover a variety of topics to help parents navigate the digital world with their older children. This class will use the Common Sense Media Curriculum and cover a range of topics including: Dealing with digital drama, friendships and boundaries, your digital profile - who you are on social media, and who you are talking to online. All sessions will include resources to take home.
Instructor: Stacey Ellis
Contact: sellis@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: Free
Date: Monday ( 4 sessions) (February 5, 12, 19, and 26)
Time: 6:30 - 7:30
Location: Polson High School - Library
Are You Smarter Than a 4th Grader?
Have you been wondering how to help your child with their studies at home? Are you interested in learning more about your child’s learning? If so, this is the class for you! In this class, parents will learn the different reading and writing strategies that students in grades 2- 4 are focusing on in their classrooms. Parents will have an opportunity to learn about the three types of writing, 2 - column notes, storyboards, annotation of text, and fluency strategies. This knowledge will empower parents with the knowledge to help their students be more successful.
Instructor: Raina Yarbrough and Stacey Ellis
Contact: ryarbrough@polson.k12.mt.us or sellis@polson.k12.mt.us
Fee: Free
Date: Thursday (Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 14 and 21)
Time: 5:15 - 6:15pm
Location: Linderman Elementary School - Mrs. Yarbrough’s classroom
How do I.. Crochet?
This is a beginners level Crochet class.
You will learn basic knowledge of crochet such as, what hook and yarn to use, and how to make the basic stitches. We will begin with making a kitchen hot pad.
Please bring any supplies that you may already have. The first class will go over what supplies will be needed if you don’t already have them.
Instructor : Sherree Wiggin
Contact: fwiggin@polson.k12.mt.us / 406-890-5113
Fee: $20
Dates: Monday/Tuesday Feb. 5 - March 26
Time: 5:00 - 6:30
Location : Linderman Elementary Room 108
Basketball Open Gym
Get up and down the court with other has-beens at open gym. This course is an excellent opportunity to participate in pick-up basketball games, socialize, and be active in the winter months. All ability levels and genders are welcome to attend.
Instructor: Crystal Kain
Contact: ckain@polson.k12.mt.us / 406-883-63551 ext 270
Fee: Free
Dates: Wednesday- February 7-March 27
Time: 7-8:30 PM.
Location: Polson High School Gymnasium
Beginning Woodturning
Students will be introduced to basic woodturning while working to make pens and simple spindles while simultaneously being introduced to basic CNC-Router concepts while working to create a sign. Classes will be held in the Middle School Woodworking Classroom, and will be in a Learning-By-Doing format.
Instructor: Abe Ewing
Contact: aewing@polson.k12.mt.us / 603-562-7427
Fee: $30
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday April 9-May 7
Time: 4:30 - 6:30pm
Location: Polson Middle School Shop Room