COMMUNITY SCHOOL OFFERINGS - FALL/WINTER 2024-25
TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS:
Use this form to register: Community School Registration
Payments can be made using MySchoolBucks, cash or checks made payable to Palisades School District.
Any Questions? Please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Call: 610-847-5131, ext. 2401
Please bring checks or cash to your first class. Checks may also be mailed to 39 Thomas Free Drive, Kintnersville, PA 18930
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR AND AED COURSE:
Thursday, 10/10
6:30-8:30PM
Cost: $45
Location: PHS Cyber Center
Instructor: Heather Page, MS, BSN, RN
The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED Course trains participants to provide high-quality CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing to the class. Our class is available for anyone 14 years of age or older. Class size is limited.
CERAMICS AND POTTERY:
****THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL****
Wednesdays
4-8PM
10/16 - 11/20
Cost: $100/6 sessions; $80 for students/employees
Location: PHS 215
Facilitated by: Lauren Sunday
The cost includes instruction and use of classroom space and wheels. We will provide two types of clay, glaze and underglaze. All tools and equipment will be available for use including hand tools, extruder and slab roller. Aprons will be provided and all of your work will be loaded and unloaded into kilns and fired for you!
You are guaranteed at least four complete works of art! These projects may include (but not limited to) learning skills such as the wheel, sgraffito, coil building, texturing techniques, slump molds and slab building. You can follow along guided projects or use the time to work independently. Lauren Sunday, the Palisades 3-Dimensional Design teacher, will be there for assistance.
COMING SOON…Decorative Platter Workshop - 2 evenings in November will be all that you need to make a lovely, one of a kind piece, just in time for holiday entertaining or gift giving! More information to come!
CONSTITUTION ALIVE:
Tuesdays/Thursdays
7-9PM
Oct. 1 through Oct. 31
Cost: $20/workbook
Location: PHS B5
Facilitated by: Wenhold/Henricks
All are welcome to join our “Constitution Alive” class. You will be inspired by how this course brings history and government to life in a dynamic and engaging way. You may be surprised at what you don't know. We will take a look at the original intent of our Constitution through the written documents of Founding Fathers and what it truly means to be a good citizen and to save freedom for future generations. Best suited for middle school age and older.
You can check out this short video HERE for a glimpse of what it’ll be like!
DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING:
Thursdays
7-8:30PM
10/10 - 11/14
Cost: $125/6 sessions
Location: PHS Gold Gym
Facilitated by: Jan Grave
Train your best friend to heel, sit, stay and come when called. This is a results-oriented class! You will be amazed at how much progress is made in six short weeks! Dogs must have a collar and a six-foot leash. The course fosters confidence in the dog and owner, while teaching the dogs to be compatible with other dogs. Enjoy this experience with your number one furry pal!
DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM:
Schedule determined with participant
Starting 10/1
Cost: $230/resident student; $275/non-resident student
Instructor: Ned Comeaux
Recommended for all new drivers, this six hour on the road training program is designed for students age 16 or older having a valid driving permit or license. Once the form is received, the student will be contacted by the instructor to schedule training. Download Driver Training Reservation Form and mail with payment.
HYPNOSIS CLASSES:
Tuesday, 10/15
Cost: $50/topic
Location: PHS B3
Facilitated by: Barry Wolfson
Stop Smoking with Hypnosis:
Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Please bring a small pillow to class. In a relaxed state, allow kind and healthy suggestions to enter your mind to help you achieve your goals. Reinforcement audio CD or audio file is strongly recommended and is available for purchase for $18.
Location: PHS B3
Stop Smoking class is from 6:30–7:30 pm (hypnosiscounselingcenter.com)
Cost: $50
Weight Loss with Hypnosis:
Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. Please bring a small pillow to class. In a relaxed state, allow kind and healthy suggestions to enter your mind to help you achieve your goals. Reinforcement audio CD or audio file is strongly recommended and available for purchase for $18.
Location: PHS B3
Lose Weight class is from 7:30-8:30pm (hypnosiscounselingcenter.com)
Cost: $50
Reduce Stress with Hypnosis:
Most of us have some type of stress in our lives. This class focuses on how to identify and deal with stress in a healthy manner. Utilizing varied relaxation techniques, learn to cope with different pressures in your life. Optional reinforcement audio CDs or audio file are available for $18 after class.
Location: PHS B3
Reduce Stress class is from 8:30 – 9:15pm (hypnosiscounselingcenter.com)
Cost: $50
MEDITATION FOR EVERYONE:
Mondays
7:30-8:30PM
11/11 - 12/16
Cost: $72/6 sessions - walk ins welcome
Location: PHS Cyber Center
Instructor: Liza Beasley
There is a form of meditation for everyone! Each week, we will learn a new technique to explore what might work for you!
Guided meditation, music (listening and singing(, art, breathing styles, movement, hand mudras and gratitude practice, and candle gazing.
PICKLEBALL (TUESDAYS):
7:30-9:30PM
9/17 - 12/17 (no sessions 11/5 or 11/26)
Cost: $5/play - walk ins welcome
Location: PHS Gold Gym
Facilitated by: Chris Cunnane
PICKLEBALL (THURSDAYS):
7:30-9:30PM
9/19 - 12/19 (no sessions 10/3, 11/28 and 12/5
Cost: $5/play - walk ins welcome
Location: PHS Gold Gym
Facilitated by: Chris Cunnane
QI GONG:
Mondays
6-7PM
Session in progress-walk ins welcome
Next session 10/21-11/25
Cost: $90/6 sessions
Location: PALMS Cafeteria
Instructor: Diane Alex
Health Qi Gong (pronounced chee gong) combines stretches, flowing movements, and breath to clear tension from the muscles, reduce stress, calm the mind. The gentle, rhythmic movements of Qi Gong teach you to move with relaxation. Qi Gong helps to create physical and emotional balance in the body. It is both energizing and relaxing. Practiced as a form of exercise it improves vitality, helps to boost the immune system, prevent illness, and improves balance.
REAL ESTATE SEMINARS:
See Dates Below
Cost: $25 donation for Palisades Community Foundation
Location: PHS B3
Facilitated by: Scott Freeman; Coldwell Banker Hearthside
First Time Home Buyers: Tuesday, 10/1
Have you thought about buying your first home but not sure how or where to start? Do I need a Realtor? What will it cost me? What is a Short Sale or a Foreclosure? How much are Closing Costs? What types of loans are out there? Can I buy a house with NO Money Down? Mortgage Pre-Qualification or Mortgage Pre-Approval - What’s the difference and do I need this? We will cover all of these questions and much more including the recent NAR settlement and what has changed for buyers.
Real Estate Sellers: Tuesday, 10/8
You've heard the national statistics. Now hear what is happening in the Palisades real estate market. Sales, days on market, sale to list price ratios and more. We will discuss how to position your home for the maximum profit and how the recent NAR settlement affects you and your options. Forms that will be used during the sale process will be shared and discussed such as the Standard Agreement of Sale, Sellers Property Disclosure, ALTA and the difference between a mortgage Pre-Qualification and a Pre-Approval.
Real Estate Investments: Tuesday, 10/22
Have you thought about "house flipping" or owning rental properties but you're not sure where to start? Reality real estate shows have your sledgehammer looking for a project? We will discuss the pros and cons of real estate investing from a practical standpoint. Class will cover property evaluation, creating your investment team, financing, tax implications, 1031 exchanges, how to screen tenants and more!
TENNIS ANYONE?
Please see the attached schedule for specific dates and times. Seasons 2 & 3 are held at the PHS Tennis Courts. Register at BCTA Tennis Program Registration
2024 Tennis Schedule.pdf
VOLLEYBALL (TUESDAYS):
7:30-9:30PM
9/17 - 12/17 (no sessions 11/5 or 11/26)
Cost: $5/play - walk ins welcome
Location: PALMS Gym
Facilitated by: Rich Loveless
VOLLEYBALL (THURSDAYS):
7:30-9:30PM
9/19 - 12/19 (no sessions 10/3, 11/28 and 12/5
Cost: $5/play - walk ins welcome
Location: PALMS Gym
Facilitated by: Cindy Reed
YOGA:
Mondays
9/16 - 10/14
6:30-7:30PM
Cost: $50/5 sessions - walk ins welcome
Location: PHS Cyber Center
Facilitated by: Liza Beasley
All levels are welcome. Mat yoga poses and breathing techniques for calming, stretches, core work and balance. Ending with meditation and reflection. Please bring your own mat, towel and water bottle.
TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS:
Use this form to register: Community School Registration
Payments can be made using MySchoolBucks, cash or checks made payable to Palisades School District.
Any Questions? Please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Call: 610-847-5131, ext. 2401
Please bring checks or cash to your first class. Checks may also be mailed to 39 Thomas Free Drive, Kintnersville, PA 18930