Youth Enrichment Classes

Create characters that leap off the page! In this class, students will design original characters that could be used in comics, video games, or animation. We’ll explore how to use shape language, color, and visual storytelling to bring unique characters to life. Learn how to develop characters with personality, purpose, and visual impact, and experiment with different roles and styles to fit a wide variety of stories. Ages 14-18

Are you interested in learning how to weld? This is 3 week introductory welding course geared toward ages 14-17 year olds. Types of welding we’d be covering are day 1 SMAW (stick welding), day 2 GMAW( mig welding), and day 3 TIG welding. We’ll cover basic mild steel and touch briefly into Stainless steel Tig welding the last week! Safety items needed would be, safety boots, safety glasses and welding gloves.

Elevate your welding skills in this 4-week intermediate course designed for high school students. Perfect for those with basic welding experience, this class focuses on advanced techniques, real-world applications, and project creation. Class will include Advanced SMAW (Stick Welding) techniques, mastering precision and out-of-position welds, GMAW (MIG Welding) with thicker materials, multi-pass welds, and troubleshooting and TIG Welding on stainless steel and aluminum, emphasizing finesse, control, and high-quality welds. You will apply your skills to functional and artistic projects.

Turn your passion for pets into a thriving side gig! This fun, interactive class is perfect for teens who dream of walking dogs, feeding fish, or caring for cuddly cats while making money. You’ll learn the basics of pet care, how to build trust with pet owners, set your rates, promote your services, and handle tricky situations like nervous pets. You’ll get cool handouts to keep and use anytime—no extra cost.

The class is led by longtime teacher, and a young pro who started pet sitting at 13 and knows the hustle inside and out. We’ll send the webinar login info the day before, so you’re all set to join in!

Hey, Teen! Ready to start making money and reach your goals—whether it’s saving for a car, a new gadget, or just some extra cash for fun? This class is your ultimate guide to the fastest and easiest ways to earn money as a teenager. No need to wait until you're older! Discover side hustles that fit perfectly into your busy life—between school, hanging out with friends, and extracurriculars. We’ll cover 50 profitable and creative side hustle ideas, most of which don’t require extra studying or time away from your social life. Plus, you’ll learn how to handle any necessary legal forms to get your business up and running in no time.
The class features insights from a guest teen entrepreneur and LeeAnne Krusemark, a seasoned instructor, Chamber of Commerce Past President, author/editor, and professor at top institutions like Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts are included in the class fee, and webinar login details will be emailed the day before class. Don’t miss out on your chance to turn your free time into cash!

Discover the joy of playing piano! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics of note reading, rhythm, technique, and music theory. You’ll play fun and familiar songs from classical, pop, and folk music while building confidence at the keyboard. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and love of music!

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice choking rescue and CPR! This course includes friends and family CPR. Please note students do not get certified in CPR.

This course is intended to help you feel more confident in understanding a variety of vehicle systems. The class will be presentation followed by hands-on lab time. You will learn topics including fluids, tires, brakes and more, so that you may do it yourself when needed. This course will also help prepare you to discuss issues when your vehicle needs to be repaired.

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice choking rescue and CPR! This course includes friends and family CPR. Please note students do not get certified in CPR.

Designed for students in grades 8–12 who want to build confidence with money and prepare for the future. In this class, you’ll learn how to budget and save, manage a paycheck, use checking accounts and debit cards, avoid overdrafts, and make smart decisions about credit, loans. You’ll also explore real-world scenarios like buying a car, preparing for college costs, and handling unexpected expenses—all while developing habits that will set you up for lifelong financial success.

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice choking rescue and CPR! This course includes friends and family CPR. Please note students do not get certified in CPR.

Safe Sitter® is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.

***Please bring your own lunch, lunch is not provided.

In this power-packed session, teens will discover how to turn their social media savvy into real money—no fame required. Learn insider strategies for building authentic engagement, creating content that sells, and tapping into brand partnerships and side hustles that fit your style and schedule. Whether you’re dreaming of your first paycheck or a side income, this class gives you the tools to start earning NOW, using the platforms you already love. Get ready to unlock your social media potential and make money on your terms! You’ll get awesome handouts to keep and use later—all included in the class fee.

Your instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, is a total pro: she’s led a Chamber of Commerce, writes and edits books, and teaches publishing classes across the country (yep, even at Harvard Adult Ed!). We’ll send you all the login info the day before, so you’re ready to jump right in.

Keep the music going as you build on the skills learned in Piano 1. You’ll improve your technique, expand your note reading and theory knowledge, and learn more challenging songs across different styles. This class helps you grow as a musician and gain confidence performing at the keyboard.