East Central Schools Community Education

2025-26. East Central Activities Fee The Activities fee is required to play in all sports offered at the 7th - 12 grade level at East Central, this includes the following: Fall Sports Cross Country Volleyball Football Cheer Winter Sports Basketball Cheer Hockey One Act Spring Sports Track Baseball Softball Trap Shooting Golf EAST CENTRAL STUDENT FEES East Central has set the activities fee for all sports except trap shooting AND hockey as follows: $50.00/athlete per sport. Hockey is $150.00/student. Trap Shooting is $105.00/student. (Plus an additional 35.00 fee paid to the Clay Pigeon Association. Your coach will contact you on the steps needed to enroll in this and the deadline to do so). If the athlete participates in two sports, the third sport is free. TRAP AND HOCKEY DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS A FREE SPORT DUE TO INHERENT COSTS. HARVEST CHRISTIAN STUDENTS (Grades 9-12) - $350.00 Grades 9-12 the fee is $350.00 per sport. The agreements between the EC and Harvest Christian stated the Harvest Christian SCHOOL would pay $300.00 of the fee and the Harvest Christian PARENTS would pay the additional $50.00. Grades 7-8 (Junior High). This fee is $50.00/student per sport. TRAP SHOOTING FEE FOR ALL HC GRADES: 405.00 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You may now pay online with a card through Community Education. There is an ACH option as well for those who want to use their checking account. ATHLETIC FEE IS DUE PRIOR TO THE FIRST PRACTICE OF THE SEASON - Students are unable to participate in any games until the fee has been received. Be sure you also have your MSHSL form filled out for the year and your athlete's physical is up to date. Contact Activities Director Todd Lindstrom (tlindstrom @eastcentral.k12.mn.us) with questions about your physical.

2025-26 East Central Activities Fee The Activities fee is required to play in all sports offered at the 7th - 12 grade level at East Central, this includes the following: Fall Sports Cross Country Volleyball Football Cheer Winter Sports Basketball Cheer Hockey One Act Spring Sports Track Baseball Softball Trap Shooting Golf EAST CENTRAL STUDENT FEES East Central has set the activities fee for all sports except trap shooting AND hockey as follows: $50.00/athlete per sport. Hockey is $150.00/student. Trap Shooting is $105.00/student. (Plus an additional 35.00 fee paid to the Clay Pigeon Association. Your coach will contact you on the steps needed to enroll in this and the deadline to do so). If the athlete participates in two sports, the third sport is free. TRAP AND HOCKEY DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS A FREE SPORT DUE TO INHERENT COSTS. HARVEST CHRISTIAN STUDENTS (Grades 9-12) - $350.00 Grades 9-12 the fee is $350.00 per sport. The agreements between the EC and Harvest Christian stated the Harvest Christian SCHOOL would pay $300.00 of the fee and the Harvest Christian PARENTS would pay the additional $50.00. Grades 7-8 (Junior High). This fee is $50.00/student per sport. TRAP SHOOTING FEE FOR ALL HC GRADES: 405.00 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You may now pay online with a card through Community Education. There is an ACH option as well for those who want to use their checking account. ATHLETIC FEE IS DUE PRIOR TO THE FIRST PRACTICE OF THE SEASON - Students are unable to participate in any games until the fee has been received. Be sure you also have your MSHSL form filled out for the year and your athlete's physical is up to date. Contact Activities Director Todd Lindstrom (tlindstrom @eastcentral.k12.mn.us) with questions about your physical.

FLAG FOOTBALL Join us and learn flag football skills, an increase in speed and agility, learn special teams and most importantly...HAVE FUN!! AGE LEVELS: Students entering grades 1-3 for the 2025-26 school year. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 15th to secure a shirt. DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9/09-10/14 TIME: 5pm-6pm Cost: $25.00 (includes T-Shirt) C

Skills Gymnastics Class with Flyaways North Gymnastics SKILLS GYMNASTICS CLASS -Ages 6-11 (boys and girls) 3:45pm to 4:45pm Our Skills Class is designed for school-aged gymnasts ready to take their training to the next level. Whether they’re brand new to gymnastics or building on previous experience, athletes will work on progressive skills across all apparatus — floor, bars, beam, and vault — with a focus on proper technique, strength, flexibility, and coordination. In a supportive and motivating environment, gymnasts set personal goals, learn new skills step-by-step, and gain confidence in their abilities. This class is the perfect mix of hard work, skill mastery, and fun, helping each gymnast grow at their own pace while fostering a love for the sport. MONKEY GYMNASTICS CLASS - Ages 3-6 (boys and girls} 5:35pm to 6:35pm Our Monkey Class is the perfect introduction to gymnastics for energetic preschoolers ready to swing, jump, and tumble on their own! Designed for developing independence, coordination, and strength, this class introduces foundational gymnastics skills on the floor, bars, beam, and vault — all at an age-appropriate level. Through engaging obstacle courses, skill stations, and imaginative activities, kids learn balance, body control, and beginner technique while also practicing listening, teamwork, and following directions. With plenty of encouragement and a focus on fun, this class helps little gymnasts build the confidence to climb, leap, and roll like a pro. PARENT TOT CLASS - Ages 18 mo.- 3 years (boys and girls) 4:50pm to 5:35pm This fun, high-energy class is designed for our youngest gymnasts to explore movement, build coordination, and develop confidence — all with a parent or caregiver by their side. Together, you’ll enjoy guided activities that include basic tumbling skills, balance beam walks, climbing, jumping, and more, all in a safe, padded environment. Through play-based instruction, children strengthen their muscles, improve motor skills, and learn to follow simple directions, while parents get tips on how to encourage healthy physical development at home. It’s the perfect blend of exercise, bonding, and giggles! **PLEASE PRINT AND FILL OUT THE WAIVERS TO BE TURNED IN ON FIRST DAY OF CLASS**

2025-2026 East Central Activities Fee The Activities fee is required to play in all sports offered at the 7th - 12 grade level at East Central, this includes the following: Fall Sports Cross Country Volleyball Football Cheer Winter Sports Basketball Cheer Hockey One Act Spring Sports Track Baseball Softball Trap Shooting Golf EAST CENTRAL STUDENT FEES East Central has set the activities fee for all sports except trap shooting AND hockey as follows: $50.00/athlete per sport. Hockey is $150.00/student. Trap Shooting is $105.00/student. (Plus an additional 35.00 fee paid to the Clay Pigeon Association. Your coach will contact you on the steps needed to enroll in this and the deadline to do so). If the athlete participates in two sports, the third sport is free. TRAP AND HOCKEY DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS A FREE SPORT DUE TO INHERENT COSTS. HARVEST CHRISTIAN STUDENTS (Grades 9-12) - $350.00 Grades 9-12 the fee is $350.00 per sport. The agreements between the EC and Harvest Christian stated the Harvest Christian SCHOOL would pay $300.00 of the fee and the Harvest Christian PARENTS would pay the additional $50.00. Grades 7-8 (Junior High). This fee is $50.00/student per sport. TRAP SHOOTING FEE FOR ALL HC GRADES: 405.00 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You may now pay online with a card through Community Education. There is an ACH option as well for those who want to use their checking account. ATHLETIC FEE IS DUE PRIOR TO THE FIRST PRACTICE OF THE SEASON - Students are unable to participate in any games until the fee has been received. Be sure you also have your MSHSL form filled out for the year and your athlete's physical is up to date. Contact Activities Director Todd Lindstrom (tlindstrom @eastcentral.k12.mn.us) with questions about your physical.

2024-25 East Central Activities Fee The Activities fee is required to play in all sports offered at the 7th - 12 grade level at East Central, this includes the following: Fall Sports Cross Country Volleyball Football Cheer Winter Sports Basketball Cheer Hockey One Act Spring Sports Track Baseball Softball Trap Shooting Golf EAST CENTRAL STUDENT FEES East Central has set the activities fee for all sports except trap shooting AND hockey as follows: $50.00/athlete per sport. Hockey is $150.00/student. Trap Shooting is $105.00/student. (Plus an additional 35.00 fee paid to the Clay Pigeon Association. Your coach will contact you on the steps needed to enroll in this and the deadline to do so). If the athlete participates in two sports, the third sport is free. TRAP AND HOCKEY DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS A FREE SPORT DUE TO INHERENT COSTS. HARVEST CHRISTIAN STUDENTS (Grades 9-12) - $350.00 Grades 9-12 the fee is $350.00 per sport. The agreements between the EC and Harvest Christian stated the Harvest Christian SCHOOL would pay $300.00 of the fee and the Harvest Christian PARENTS would pay the additional $50.00. Grades 7-8 (Junior High). This fee is $50.00/student per sport. TRAP SHOOTING FEE FOR ALL HC GRADES: 405.00 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You may now pay online with a card through Community Education. There is an ACH option as well for those who want to use their checking account. ATHLETIC FEE IS DUE PRIOR TO THE FIRST PRACTICE OF THE SEASON - Students are unable to participate in any games until the fee has been received. Be sure you also have your MSHSL form filled out for the year and your athlete's physical is up to date. Contact Activities Director Todd Lindstrom (tlindstrom @eastcentral.k12.mn.us) with questions about your physical.

East Central Youth Basketball 3rd-6th Grade Girls Youth basketball will generally include two weekdays and Saturday practices (or Saturday games). Weekday practices could be in the evenings from 5:45-7:15 or after school from 3:15-4:45. We do work around the available gym space for practices and will be working with local leagues to get games scheduled so the final practice and game schedule can’t be released until the high school schedule is out. Practices will start mid November and the season runs through early February. We participate in the Hwy 23 League with games on Saturdays in Mora. The scheduled Saturday games dates in Mora are 12/7/24, 12/21/24, 1/25/25 & 2/1/25. We will use an activity app, Heja, to share schedules and messages. You can email Lizzy Sparks with questions: lsparks@eastcentral.k12.mn.us 3rd-6th Grade Boys Youth basketball will generally include 1-2 weekdays per week and a weekend practice or game. Most weekday practices will be in the evenings from 5:45-7:15 after the high schoolers are done as opposed to right after school but we are required to have some flexibility. We do work around the available gym space for practices. Practices will start mid November and the season runs through early February. We participate in the Hwy 23 League with games on Saturdays in Mora. The scheduled Saturday games dates in Mora are 12/7/24, 12/21/24, 1/25/25 & 2/1/25. We will use an activity app, Heja, to share schedules and messages. You can email Genny Swenson with questions: Genevieve.m.swenson@gmail.com Please make checks for $50 registration fee ($85 if a jersey was ordered) to: East Central Community Ed or register/pay online and by Monday, October 21st. If finances are a concern, please reach out to discuss. We want every child to have the opportunity to participate. (All funds go to the cost of the leagues, referees, and equipment. Refunds for jerseys cannot be given if your child decides not to play after the order has been placed) In lieu of a fundraiser we are asking if anyone would be willing to “adopt-a-ball” and donate extra money beyond the participation fee to go toward purchasing basketballs for their child’s team? A new, high-quality, basketball is about $50 - any amount would be appreciated! Reversible team mesh jerseys with a number are required. You may wear one from a previous year or to purchase one they are $35 (they can be worn for multiple years). **Jerseys are required to play**

2025 YOUTH CROSS COUNTRY SPACE IS LIMITED TO 20 RUNNERS Youth Cross Country is an opportunity for both boys and girls in grades 3rd-6th to learn more about the sport of cross country. Students will run and participate in strength and conditioning exercises. Practices: Runners will meet in the foyer area on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please be ready to run outside unless it is raining, in which case we will run inside (no practices will be canceled due to weather). Saturdays, we will meet at the Banning State Park Ranger Station. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15-4:30 p.m. (August 26, September 2, 11, 16, 23, 25) Saturdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. (September 13 & 27) Cross Country Youth Meets:Parents are responsible for transporting their children to these races and notifying the school that they will be leaving early (there are options for your child to carpool with one of the coaches of transportation if needed). Thursday, September 4 in Pine City (Pine City Golf Course) Tuesday, September 9 in Mora (Spring Brook Golf Course) Thursday, September 18 in Rush City (Rush City Golf Course) - tentative Tuesday, September 30 in Hinckley (Grand National Golf Course) ** We will be utilizing the app Heja for parent communication. The East Central Youth XC Code is GO-915399. Students will need to wear comfortable running shoes and clothes (dress appropriately; if it is not raining, runners will be outside). GRADES: Students entering grades 3-6 in the 2025-26 school year - BOYS AND GIRLS!! COST: This cost INCLUDES a t-shirt and snacks for race day and practices *To guarantee that t-shirts are received by the first meet, the last day to register is August 22, 2025. First Child- $25.00 Second + Child - $20.00 Instructors: Lorelei Finley, Cassie Gaede, and Varsity Coach Bill Groskreutz