Mankato Community Education

10/22/2026

💙 YOUR TIME MATTERS! 💙

📚 Make a difference in Pre-K, K–12, or Adult Basic Education (ABE)!

🙌 Classroom Helpers | 📖 Tutors | 🤝 Mentors | 🎤 Guest Speakers | 🎓 EL & GED Volunteers

✨ No experience needed — just a willingness to help!

👉 Volunteer today!
https://www.mankatocer.com/adult-community/volunteer

📞 Questions? 507-387-5501

💙 Your time. Your talents. Their future.

10/21/2026

🤺 Youth Fencing
Think fast, move smart, and have fun! ⚔️ Youth Fencing is back with Mankato Community Education. Students will build agility, focus, strategy, and coordination while learning the exciting sport of fencing!

📅 Mondays, November 30–December 21
📍 Lincoln Community School
💲 $125 for all four sessions

👟 Two age groups available:
🔹 Grades 2–5 | 6–7 PM
🔹 Grades 6–12 | 7–8 PM

👉 Register today! https://isd77.arux.app/course/4095/fall-2026/youth-fencing-grades-2-5

Welcome to Youth Fencing, brought to you by Mankato Community Education. Fencing is often described as physical chess due to its fast pace, strategy and focus on agility, It is definitely an opportunity to use your mind and body to learn a new skill.

10/21/2026

Hello, fall!🍂🍁
Our students have been enjoying the fall weather and getting to spend lots of time outside! ☀️
We are soaking up every bit of the season!

10/20/2026

☀️ What a great way spent their Non School Day! We soaked up the sunshine, enjoyed time outside, and had fun making memories with our ACES friends! 💛🌞

10/19/2026

Red Cross Advanced Babysitter Training
Learn the skills you need to care for little ones safely and responsibly with Red Cross Advanced Babysitter Training!
Designed for youth ages 11–15, this course covers important babysitting skills to help you feel prepared and confident when caring for children.

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Lincoln Community School
💲 $130 per participant

Give your future babysitter the skills and confidence to get started!

👉 Register today: https://isd77.arux.app/course/4143/fall-2026/red-cross-advanced-babysitter-training

10/18/2026

It's time to celebrate those ACES staff who have work anniversaries! Thanks for being with us over the years... 🤟🏼🥰

10/17/2026

Join us at the Center for Learning for our FREE Toddler Discovery Class every Wednesday from 11 AM–12 PM! 🎨✨

Each session includes hands-on learning activities for you and your child, plus a dedicated parenting discussion led by a licensed parenting educator. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore, play, connect with other families, and learn together!

🕚 Wednesdays from 11 AM–12 PM

👶 Hands-on activities for toddlers 12-24 months and their caregivers

💬 Parenting support and discussion

✅ No pre-registration necessary — just come join us!

📍 Center for Learning, 15 Map Dr

We can’t wait to learn and play with you!

10/16/2026

Learn to Lancer: Mini Camp
Does your child love to perform? Youth in grades 2–10 can experience the excitement of Learn to Lancer at our Mini Camp before committing to the January season!

✨ TWO CLASS DAYS for just $40!

📅 Sunday, Nov. 15 | 3–5 PM | East High School
📅 Thursday, Nov. 19 | 4:30–6:30 PM | Lincoln Community School

🎉 Build confidence, try something new, and discover the fun of performing!

👉 Register today! Sign up here: https://isd77.arux.app/course/4145/fall-2026/learn-to-lancer-mini-camp

Already committed to the January Learn to Lancer season? No need to register for the Mini Camp!

10/15/2026

The crew made a splash at the New Prague Fitness and Aquatic Center! 🏊‍♀️☀️ Swimming with friends makes for the best MEA break!

10/15/2026

What a race! 🎉

Our 2nd Annual Kids K had taken place yesterday, October 14, and our 3rd–5th grade runners brought the energy, excitement, and smiles! 🏅🙌

🎥 The fun isn’t over yet! Stay tuned for a recap video highlighting all the action!

Way to go, young runners! ❤️