Entering 6th-8th grade in Fall 2026 Join district coaches for a program designed to improve your sport performance. Experience a comprehensive and systematic approach to addressing vital components involved in achieving optimal athletic performance. The primary goal of the program is to develop a foundation for future athletic performance. We accomplish this by: Introducing and developing ground based and multi-joint movement patterns. Focusing on technique and skill development Use of developmentally appropriate loads A gradual addition of primary and auxiliary lifts Focusing on the creation of well-rounded athletes This program is designed to improve overall athletic ability and to lay a foundation for future athletic endeavors. All 7th and 8th grade athletes interested in improving their overall athletic performance are highly encouraged to attend.

Advantage Educational Programs gives students the option of preparing for the ACT exam in three different ways: the In-School ACT Preparatory Course, Virtual ACT Preparatory Course or the Online ACT Preparatory Course. Courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or who have taken the exam and aren't satisfied with their results. In-School ACT Preparatory Course This course consists of four, three-hour classes that meet one day each week at one of our many school locations. The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, and math strategies and review. Students enrolled in these classes not only benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors, but also have free access to our online course. The fee for this course is $180, with all class materials included. Virtual ACT Prep Course This course is designed for students who prefer to prep for the ACT in a virtual classroom. Four, three-hour classes are taught live via Zoom by an Advantage instructor. Internet connection and a tablet or computer is required. Fee for this course is $180. Self-Paced ACT Preparatory Course This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school classes or a student preferring to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and study at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. The fee for this course is $80. Repeating ACT Preparatory Course Students can make up any class they miss at other available class locations and may REPEAT any of the ACT prep courses by requesting the Self-Paced Online ACT Prep Course free of charge.

If you love clay this is the camp for you. This is a shorter 2-day version of our 4-day curious about clay camp. You'll make clay animals, a funny face pencil holder, and more. Bring a beverage and a nut-free snack.

Do you love the zoo? Like to Draw and sculpt animals? Want to learn fun facts about your favorite zoo animals? If your answer is yes, then this is the camp for you. Paint or oil pastel fish, draw an otter, a tiger and use clay to sculpt a pig and a bear and more. Create amazing pieces of art while having big fun. Bring a beverage and a nut-free snack.

Sample lots of different kinds of art in this fun and creative camp. We'll use paper mache, clay, canvas, paint, and more to create some fabulous art. Make a paper mache bowl, sculpt cute owls and silly animals, paint a colorful canvas, make some 3D birds with fancy feathers and more. Bring a beverage and a nut-free snack. Register early, this camp is sure to fill quickly.

This is a great way to jump start the 5th grade band experience. During Band Jump Start, incoming 5th grade band students will learn how to put together and take apart their instrument safely, how to produce their first musical sound on their instrument, and how to read music. By the end of the week, students will be able to play their first song! While participation is not required, all incoming 5th grade band instrumentalists are encouraged to attend. Tentative Schedule (Please note: Due to enrollment, changes and/or cancellations may be made to this schedule. You will be contacted by phone if such changes need to be made.) 9-9:30 Flute/Oboe 9:30-10 Clarinet 10-10:30 Saxophone 10:30-11 Trumpet/Horn 11-11:30 Trombone 11:30-noon Baritone/Tuba Noon-12:30 Percussion

This three day clinic, hosted by the New Prague NASP Archery coaches and high school archers, is designed to introduce kids to the sport of archery. We will teach proper shooting techniques, discuss different types of archery and equipment, and play fun games to help refine new skills. Please bring closed toed shoes and a water bottle.

Do you need to brush up on your driving skills before you take your driving test? We can help! This is a one-hour session (about one month prior to your test) to help you gain your confidence. Register with Community Education and our instructor will call you to make arrangements for your session.

Don't see an open session? Register for this waitlist and we will contact you if sessions become available. Minnesota law requires six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction to qualify a student to take their Driver’s License test. Behind-the-Wheel sessions typically meet three to four times, in order to complete the six hours needed for each student driver in the car (New Prague takes two students in a car at a time). Behind-the-Wheel sessions are offered year round, weather permitting, with the majority of sessions in the summer months. If you have any questions, please call our office at (952)758-1734.

This camp is an opportunity for athletes to work directly with New Prague Varsity Head Coach Coach Kaupa and his high school staff. Players will be placed in competitive situations ranging from small-sided games to full 5-on-5 play. Athletes will apply their fundamentals in game-like settings, with a strong competitive focus throughout the week of camp. Campers are encouraged to bring their own basketball. If they do not have one, a basketball will be provided. Session 1: Grades 3-5 9:00–10:30 AM Session 2: Grades 6-8 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

This camp is an opportunity for athletes to work directly with New Prague Varsity Head Coach Coach Kaupa and his high school staff to develop and refine key offensive skills. Emphasis will be placed on footwork, finishing, passing, and shooting, with an added focus on applying those skills in game-like situations throughout the week. Campers are encouraged to bring their own basketball. If they do not have one, a basketball will be provided. Session 1: Grades 3-5 9:00–10:30 AM Session 2: Grades 6-8 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

The 2026-27 school year will be here before we know it; along with that will be your child's first day of kindergarten! Camp Kindergarten is a four-day, all-day program designed to help your soon-to-be kindergarten student become comfortable with taking that next step in their educational career. Our friendly, low-stress atmosphere provides age-appropriate activities which promote kindergarten readiness skills with a hands-on learning approach. The New Prague Area Schools' kindergarten teachers are excited to welcome your child into their school and classroom. The week will be structured similarly to what can be expected in a typical Kindergarten classroom in an attempt to help ease those first day of school jitters! Children should bring a snack, lunch and water bottle from home each day.

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This one-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. Each class is taught live online by your instructor via Zoom. If you are unable to attend the live session, you can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request.

Are you looking for a gift for that special someone? Community Education has the perfect solution to your search and you can be assured that it will not be too big, too small, the wrong color or out of style. A Community Education gift certificate allows the receiver to choose a class, event or activity that interests them at a time that works into their schedule. Your family and friends will appreciate this personal, hands on gift that comes filled with an anticipation which lasts beyond the gift opening. Gift certificates can be made for any amount (if the amount you would like is not one of the options, call 952-758-1734 and we will create it as desired). A paper copy can be mailed or picked up at our office or a digital copy can be emailed to you. Community Education offers classes for everyone - from birth on up.

Ages: 6-13 Ninja Obstacle Training is extremely popular with kids and is a fun, unique way to develop confidence, strength, endurance, balance, and friendships! Sign up today to see how Ninja is easily one of the fastest growing sports today! Not only is it the fastest growing sport, but it is the fastest growing cross- training sport as well. Athletes benefit from training in agility, power, perseverance, and resilience; attributes that all athletes strive to improve. Our Conquer Rec Team is designed for youth, ages 6-13 of all experience levels. Our Rec Team will practice on real obstacles inspired by the tv show such as warped walls, salmon ladders, tilting ladders and so much more during their weekly practice. Rec Team members will learn the styles and techniques to develop their Ninja Skills with over 40 different obstacles! This 8 weeklong Rec Team consists of 6 practices and 2 competitions (week 4 and week 8).