About Us
The Community Education office is located on the northwest corner of the high school/middle school complex.
Our office is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 am -4:00 pm.
Registering for our programs and reserving our facilities is easy and can be done online at: isd466.arux.app
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. 320-286-4120 or community.education@dc.k12.mn.us
Krista Cates,
Community Services Secretary
Ext. 1033
Amy Dimmler,
Director of Community Services
Ext. 1022
Nichole Elke,
Enrichment & Marketing Specialist
Ext. 1036
Shannon Smieja,
Recreation & Facilities Specialist
Ext. 1021
Angela Smith,
Early Childhood Coordinator
Ext. 1024
Jennifer Todnem,
School Age Care Coordinator
Ext. 1334
Community Education Policies
Register Early
Many classes fill quickly. Other classes cancel needlessly when registrations aren't received in time to meet minimum class enrollment. Please register by the deadline indicated after each activity so we can make enrollment decisions. If there is not a deadline listed, please register at least one week in advance. We will accept registrations as long as room is available.
Many classes fill quickly. Other classes cancel needlessly when registrations aren't received in time to meet minimum class enrollment. Please register by the deadline indicated after each activity so we can make enrollment decisions. If there is not a deadline listed, please register at least one week in advance. We will accept registrations as long as room is available.
Our programs and classes are open to all ability levels. If you have a disability and assistance is needed in participating in any Community Education activity, or if you have questions about accessibility, call us.
Class Cancellation Policy
Community Education reserves the right to cancel a class if enrollment is insufficient. If a class is canceled, we will make every effort to notify registrants at least 48 hours before the scheduled start time. Please keep contact information updated so we can reach you if necessary. In the event of a cancellation, you will receive a full refund.
Refund Policy
To be eligible for a refund, cancellation requests must be received at least two full business days prior to the class start date or the published registration deadline if specified. To cancel a registration, please call 320-286-4120.
• A $3 processing fee per participant, per class will be deducted from all cancellation refunds.
• No classes will be prorated for any reason.
• No refunds or credits will be issued for missed classes or for cancellations made after the refund deadline or published registration deadline.
Photographs
By registering for any Community Education activity, you acknowledge for yourself or those you are registering that photographs may be taken and used in Community Education publications, flyers, websites or other advertising.
By registering for any Community Education activity, you acknowledge for yourself or those you are registering that photographs may be taken and used in Community Education publications, flyers, websites or other advertising.
Non-Endorsement Policy
Instructors teaching for Community Education are obtained because they have a special skill or expertise that they are willing to share with the community. Although Community Education does not endorse the opinions or business affiliations of our instructors, we strive to provide a quality educational experience for our participants.
Compliance with District Policies
All Community Education programs adhere to ISD #466 Dassel-Cokato School District policies and procedures.
Our programs and offerings
In Community Education, we believe in providing quality, lifelong learning opportunities for all. We serve the Dassel-Cokato communities and surrounding areas. Please feel free to browse all our programming, give us your feedback or call with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Community Education in Dassel-Cokato provides lifelong learning experiences for people of all ages, abilities, and cultures through programs and services.
We offer programming in the following areas:
- Early Childhood Family Education
- Preschool/School Readiness
- Youth Enrichment
- Youth Recreation
- Swimming Lessons/Open Swim/Lap Swim
- Chargers Childcare Programs
- Adult Basic Education/General Equivalency Diploma/English as a Second Language
- Adult Lifelong Learning
- Adult Recreation
- Performing Arts
Do you have a special talent or hobby that you would like to share with others? We are always looking for new instructors. For more information, call 320-286-4120 or email community.education@dc.k12.mn.us
DC Community Education Advisory Council
The Community Education Advisory Council is composed of citizens from within the boundaries of the school district. The Council functions in cooperation with Community Education staff in an advisory capacity to promote the goals and objectives of community education.
The purposes of the Community Education Advisory Council, as set forth in its by-laws, are:
- To recommend areas of program development
- To expand and improve communications between the school and various community groups and agencies
- To promote the community education philosophy of lifelong learning for all ages
- To recommend appropriate Community Education program budgets
View a copy of our Joint Powers Agreement between Community Education and ISD #466 and the Cities of Dassel and Cokato.
If I become a member, what will I be asked to do?
The advisory council meets four times a year and members are asked to serve 2-year terms.
For more information on becoming a member, call the Community Education office at 320-286-4120, or e-mail Amy Dimmler, Director of Community Services.
