The Highlands Ranch Community Association offers a variety of educational classes that are sure to get both youth and adults excited about learning!

Youth Education

Filling the Gap
The HRCA is proud to offer a variety of classes that will assist your child in succeeding in school. Often times if a child struggles in a particular subject or is unable to meet certain bench marks, addressing those issues can often times be challenging in an academic setting. we want to provide your child an opportunity to get some extra attention in a non-threatening and fun environment. Whether your child finds a particular academic subject challenging and just needs a little extra tutoring, or needs a little help with their social skills, this group of "Filling the Gap" classes will set them up for success!

Tutoring Grades K-8
Tutoring in Math, Science, Reading and English for K-8
HRCA is proud to offer private tutoring sessions for grades K-8 to help your child keep up with today's demanding educational requirements. With class sizes growing, these one on one session are just the thing to help your child stay at the top of their class! With instruction tailored to fit your child's schedule and their needs, the HRCA is striving to supplement our educational community with quality instructional programming.
Offered by appointment only: 303-471-8818

ACT® Preparation Class (Ages 14-18)
Learn test-preparation strategies for one-third the cost of commercial programs! Students learn ACT® test-taking skills and practice taking times tests with a National Board Certified Teacher® who has 15 years experience in test preparation. Students receive the official ACT® prep guide and a strategies manual. Each of the four three-hour sessions concentrates on the English, math, reading, and science tests. * *Additional fee of $31.00 for each student to cover book and materials.
Price: member $217/program guest $292*
Preparation for the Saturday, 10/23/10 National ACT®:
Sunday, September 12- October 3, 4:00- 7:00 p.m.

ArchiTykes (ages 3-7)
“Encouraging creativity and constructive thinking through Architecture.” ArchiTykes teaches architecture to children using fun tasks and building projects. Students will learn about important architectral landmarks, famous architects, basic forms, structural fundamentals and the beauty of a built element.

Little Builders (ages 3-5) Children will be introduced to the fundamentals of architecture through story, song, and of course, fun projects!
Price: member $40/ program guests $52
Tuesdays; August 10-31, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Mini Architects (ages 5-7) Students will discover the beauty and functionality of our built enivornment. They will be introduced to the architectural process of designing, planning, and building.
Price: member $48/ program guests $62
Wednesdays;August 11-September 1 , 10:45-11:45 a.m.

NEW! Pre-Engineering with LEGO (ages 5-7)
Become a Play Well engineer! With access to over 50,000 pieces of LEGO, you can create, play, and tackle challenges that explore the fundamentals of engineering, all while having fun learning how your world works. Build cities, bridges, and motorized cars and planes. You will have the opportunity to build your own individual dream creations with the support of an experienced Play Well engineering instructor to guide you.
Price: member $192/ program guests $250
Monday-Friday; August 2-6, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

NEW! Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO (ages 7-11)
Become a Play Well engineer! With over 50,000 pieces of LEGO®, take on real-life engineering challenges that explore concepts in physics, mechanical/structural engineering, and architecture. From motorized machines to castles & catapults, this is a hands-on and minds-on camp suitable for LEGO® building system novices to "maniacs." Designed by engineers, the curriculum challenges both new and returning students to reach the next level of engineering comprehension all while having fun. You will have the chance to build your own individual dream creations with the support of an experienced Play Well engineering instructor to guide you.
Price: member $192/ program guests $250
Monday-Friday; August 2-6, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Red Cross Babysitting (ages 11 and Up)
Covers emergency situations, rescue breathing, accident prevention, selecting safe toys, feeding and diapering, discipline, interacting with kids, and preparing food. Certificates issued upon completion. The fee includes the book and certificate. 
Price: member $78/ program guests $101
Saturday, August 14, 9:00- 4:00 p.m. or Saturday, August 28, 9:00- 4:00 p.m.

Adult Education

College Financing: Grants, Scholaarships and Loans..Oh My!  Presented by College Assistance Plus Of Denver.  Attend a workshop designed to help you understand financial aid myths and misconceptions, grants and scholarships, loans and work study, FAFSA(Free Application for Federal Student Aid), Expected Family Contribution (EFC), income and assets, federal aid, and state aid.
Price: member $20/ program guest $26
Thursday; August 12, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

NEW! Feng Shui in the Landscape
Learn how to use Feng Shui to design your outdoor living space can make you and your visitors feel warm and welcome! Learn the principles of Feng Shui and how they apply to the garden, and how to use the Feng Shui amp (Ba-gua) and the 5 Earth Elements to design your garden and improve the energy and abundance in your space.
Price: member $40/ program guest $52
Thursday; August 19, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

If you have further questions please call 303-471-8818 or email hgoetz@hrcaonline.org 

Safety Classes
Community CPR & First Aid
Individuals or families learn lifesaving skills in a relaxed and fun environment that can be utilized throughout a lifetime.

For more Safety Class information call 303-471-8942 or email losborne@hrcaonline.org for information.