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    State Laws  
 

Minnesota Department of Education 

 
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, Minnesota 55113-4266


 
(651) 582-8200
 http://education.state.mn.us/html/intro_homeschool.htm
 

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Northern Clay Center

Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area and Surrounding, Minnesota

2424 Franklin Ave East
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Wendy Fuglestad
nccinfo@northernclaycenter.org
www.northernclaycenter.org

612.339.8007
Fax: 612.339.0592

 


Sign up for a clay class or hands-on clay event.  NCC offers a variety of wheel and handbuilding classes and one-time events for all ages and abilities. Or, register your child for one of NCC's 40 summer clay camps. Call today to receive your copy of the class schedules.

 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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Young Rembrandts

Twin Cities Metro & Surrounding

729 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN  55105
Robert H. Zondag
Robert.zondag@youngrembrandts.com
http://www.YoungRembrandts.com

612-382-6745
651-292-1582


Young Rembrandts teaches drawing, the fundamental skill of all visual arts, to children aged 3-1/2 to 12.  Our unique, proven method and step-by-step curriculum ensure both academic and artistic success for every child.

 
 

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    Bookstores
       
   
 
 

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    Christian/Theology
       
   
 
 

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    College Prep/Testing/Financial Aid
       
   
 
 

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    Cultural Opportunities

 

 

Germanic-American Institute

St. Paul and Surrounding Area  

301 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55102
Jeana Smith, Director of Language Services
language@gai-mn.org
www.gai-mn.org

651-222-2979
Fax: 651-222-6295


Kinderstube German Immersion Preschool & German instruction for children aged 4-18, beginners to proficient speakers. Individual tutoring or group lessons. Instruction available at the GAI or an offsite location.  Curriculum can be designed to lead to successful completion of internationally recognized proficiency exams.

 
 

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    Curriculum Consultation/Parent Training
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Sources

 

 

 

Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life

Statewide  

4249 Nicollet Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Jennifer Kistler
mccl@mccl.org
www.mccl.org

 

612-825-6831
Fax: 612-825-5527


Comprehensive, challenging curriculum designed to educate high school students about major life issues facing our society: abortion, euthanasia and stem cell research. Developed by Minnesota’s largest and oldest pro-life organization, MCCL’s “Life Issues” course looks at the scientific, medical, legal, political, moral and social aspects of these controversial issues. Printed book, lesson plan and DVD. 

 

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    Dance

 

 

In The Company of Kids
"Creative Arts Center", LLC

Minnesota

15010 Glazier Ave.  Suite 103
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Bonnie Kaye/Artistic Director
director@inthecompanyofkidscreativeartscenter.com
www.inthecompanyofkidscreativeartscenter.com/

952-432-5525



 


In The Company of Kids "Creative Arts Center" offers an array of Creative/Performing Arts all under one roof! Acting, Voice, Dance, Parent Child, Improv, Music Appreciation, Puppeting, Themed Birthday Parties, etc. 
*Class size small
*Professional Staff
*Non competitive environment 
*Convenient Scheduling
*All age groups welcome 

In addition to our program we have a class for children on the Spectrum. Children with ASD, PDD or other forms of high functioning Autism may participate in a small group with peers experiencing all of the Arts.  

Let your Child SHINE and be the STAR they are!  

 
 

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    Diploma/GED
       
   
 
 

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    Distance Learning

 

 

Griggs University/Griggs International Academy

United States

12501 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

www.griggs.edu

800-782-4769

 


Griggs University/International Academy is an accredited, values-based distance education and homeschool provider. Griggs offers both individual courses and complete programs to students for preschool through university. Providing academic stability in a changing world since 1909—formerly Home Study International.

 

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    Educational Events and Activities

 

 

Northern Clay Center

Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area and Surrounding, Minnesota

2424 Franklin Ave East
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Wendy Fuglestad
nccinfo@northernclaycenter.org
www.northernclaycenter.org

612.339.8007
Fax: 612.339.0592

 


Sign up for a clay class or hands-on clay event.  NCC offers a variety of wheel and handbuilding classes and one-time events for all ages and abilities. Or, register your child for one of NCC's 40 summer clay camps. Call today to receive your copy of the class schedules.

 
 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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University of Minnesota, Morris

Statewide

225 Community Services Building
600 East 4th Street
Morris, MN  56267
Creative Study Institute
cerp@morris.umn.edu
www.morris.umn.edu/cerp/youth/

800-842-0030
Fax: 320-589-1661


Join us in June 2008 (dates TBA) for the 35th Annual Henjum Creative Study Institute (CSI) at the University of Minnesota, Morris, for fun with art, music and technology for students ages 12-17. Day and residential options are available with one-week or two-week sessions. 

Since 1974, over 4,000 students have participated in the Creative Study Institute. Choose from a variety of topics taught by UMM faculty, students and alumni, area teachers, Creative Study alumni and other community experts. Family and friends are invited to attend the CSI “Showcase Day” program featuring student projects and performances.

 
 

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Brunswick Bowling & Billiards

See website for a location near you

1 N. Field Court
Lake Forest, IL   60045

http://www.bowlbrunswick.com/
 

 

Brunswick Bowling Centers offer the perfect opportunity to combine exercise, math, and science while bowling.  All our retail bowling centers offer home school bowling clubs.  Refer to our website, listed above, to find the center nearest you and sign up on our Bonus Zone for special offers and coupons.

 
 

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    Enrichment Classes

 

 

Mannerly Manners®  

7 County Metro Area  

Marilyn Pentel, Creator and CEO
5855 Maple Forest
Minnetrista, MN 5364
info@mannerlymanners.com
www.mannerlymanners.com

952-380-4958
(F) 952-380-0909


Mannerly Manners
® is an innovative program dedicated to teaching everyday manners to children of all ages, from pre-school to teens. Presented in an environment of respect, our original materials and interactive activities engage students in developing social skills that build character and last a lifetime. Our location or yours.

 
 

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Sweet Wishes

Twin Cities Area

Shoreview, MN
SweetWishesCo@aol.com
www.SweetWishesParties.com

651-210-9255


Sweet Wishes comes to you! Classes for candy-making or cake decorating are offered in the Twin Cities area for birthday parties, homeschool groups, scouts, 4H, neighborhood parties…anything you can think of! You provide a location and Sweet Wishes does the rest. Discounts are always given to non-profits and school groups. 

 
 

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Pick-N-Paint Ceramics, LLC

Minnesota and surrounding states  

2010 2nd Avenue
Anoka
, MN 55303
picknpaintceramics@hotmail.com
www.picknpaintceramics.com

763-323-2019

 


Pick-N-Paint Ceramics offers 3 different activities. Paint Your Own Pottery; Stuff Your Own Teddy Bears, and our Princess Parlor Makeovers for girls.
We host birthday parties, Troop events, school field trips.  We even offer discounts for home schools. We have a party for every occasion. ALL ages are welcomed.
No reservations necessary.

 
 

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First Note, Inc

Entire Metro

Tammy Madkins
lessons@firstnote.net
www.firstnote.net

612-721-1999


First Note Music School provides in-home music lessons.
Our mission "To inspire a lifelong appreciation and enjoyment of music"
All instruments, All ages.
Lessons are available 6 days a week.
Our patient and understanding teachers will choose a curriculum that
best fits the needs of the student.

 

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    Family Activities/Recreation

 

 

Wolf Ridge
Environmental Learning Center

National

6282 Cranberry Road
Finland, MN  55603
Carrie Anderson
mail@wolf-ridge.org
www.wolf-ridge.org

218.353.7414
1.800.523.2733
Fax: 218.353.7762


Wolf Ridge is an accredited residential environmental school for people of all ages. Located on 2000 acres in the hills above Lake Superior, our experiential, curriculum includes immersion in environmental sciences, human culture and history, personal growth, team-building, and outdoor recreation.  Create a 3-5 day, customized field trip for your group. Also available; summer day/overnight camps, grandparent/grandchild elder hostels, family vacations, and wilderness trips.

 

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Sweet Wishes

Twin Cities Area

Shoreview, MN
SweetWishesCo@aol.com
www.SweetWishesParties.com

651-210-9255


Sweet Wishes comes to you! Classes for candy-making or cake decorating are offered in the Twin Cities area for birthday parties, homeschool groups, scouts, 4H, neighborhood parties…anything you can think of! You provide a location and Sweet Wishes does the rest. Discounts are always given to non-profits and school groups. 

 

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Classic Gymnastics

South West Suburban

2885 Water Tower Place  
Chanhassen, MN  55317
classicgym@earthlink.net
www.classicgym.com

952-368-1909


Classic Gymnastics is located in Chanhassen in a climate-controlled, 26,000+ sq. ft. facility.
Classes for ages 18 months and up.
Programs:
*Homeschool classes
*Preschool
*Progressive Boys and Girls
*Trampoline and Tumbling
*High School
*USAG Team

*AAU Team
*Birthday Parties
*Open Gym

 

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Pick-N-Paint Ceramics, LLC

Minnesota and surrounding states  

2010 2nd Avenue
Anoka
, MN 55303
picknpaintceramics@hotmail.com
www.picknpaintceramics.com

763-323-2019

 


Pick-N-Paint Ceramics offers 3 different activities. Paint Your Own Pottery; Stuff Your Own Teddy Bears, and our Princess Parlor Makeovers for girls.
We host birthday parties, Troop events, school field trips.  We even offer discounts for home schools. We have a party for every occasion. ALL ages are welcomed.
No reservations necessary.

 

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Learn to Skate Program - thru the Maplewood FSC

St Paul Suburbs - Maplewood, Oakdale, North St Paul, Mahtomedi

8036 Hudson Blvd N.
Oakdale, MN 55128

Program Coordinator Nikki Bennis
adamnikki@comcast.net   
www.mfscskate.org

651-501-3667


Learn the basics of ice skating–program designed for hockey skills and figure skating skills-ages 3 to Adult. Whether you are a recreational skater, aspiring figure skater or would just like to play hockey-we have a place for you! Our program is fun and rewarding for all ages. Come skate with us!

 

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    Field Trips/Museums

 

 

Wolf Ridge
Environmental Learning Center

National

6282 Cranberry Road
Finland, MN  55603
Carrie Anderson
mail@wolf-ridge.org
www.wolf-ridge.org

218.353.7414
1.800.523.2733
Fax: 218.353.7762


Wolf Ridge is an accredited residential environmental school for people of all ages. Located on 2000 acres in the hills above Lake Superior, our experiential, curriculum includes immersion in environmental sciences, human culture and history, personal growth, team-building, and outdoor recreation.  Create a 3-5 day, customized field trip for your group. Also available; summer day/overnight camps, grandparent/grandchild elder hostels, family vacations, and wilderness trips.

 

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Stearns History Museum

Central Minnesota

235 33rd Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Ann Meline
ameline@stearns.history.museum
www.stearns.history.museum  

(P) (866) 253-8424 (Toll-free)
(F) (320) 253-2172

 


Programs Include: Community Quest, a free program on our website that helps students understand their community. Also free is Bringing Home the Cows: Family Dairy Farming- click on Storyteller on home page. Visit the Museum for Artifact Hunt, a scavenger hunt that introduces students to Museum exhibits through artifacts and photographs. The Museum includes an extensive research library. Student admission $2, chaperones free.

 

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Germanic-American Institute

St. Paul and Surrounding Area  

301 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55102
Jeana Smith, Director of Language Services
language@gai-mn.org
www.gai-mn.org

651-222-2979
Fax: 651-222-6295


Kinderstube German Immersion Preschool & German instruction for children aged 4-18, beginners to proficient speakers. Individual tutoring or group lessons. Instruction available at the GAI or an offsite location.  Curriculum can be designed to lead to successful completion of internationally recognized proficiency exams.

 

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