Play-based learning environment that helps students grow, learn and develop physically, socially, emotionally, in language and literacy and in thinking (cognitive) skills. Designed to help students meet the State of Minnesota Early Learning Standards.
From high to low-impact, Pilates, dance and aquatics, there is a fitness class for you!
Enrichment classes for preschoolers.
Science,Technology, Engineering & Math
Join us for this vibrant and inclusive art experience tailored to every skill level! In this engaging series, each participant will create up to 2-3 unique artworks using an array of mixed media of their choice-from bold acrylics and paint markers to expressive pastels and color pencils. With a cozy and person-centered class size limited to 6, you'll receive lots of one-to-one support and the freedom to choose your inspiration: whether it's your beloved pet, a mouth-watering dessert, or a favorite vacation spot-special requests are warmly welcomed. Have fun, grow your confidence and creativity, all while learning more about you!
Each student or their guardian is required to have a conversation with Candice Simpson, the instructor, prior to the class start date. This will allow her to learn about the students' individual needs/circumstance. She will reach out to each student prior to the start date. Registration for this class closes 5 business days before the first day of class.
Please note that the guardian will remain on site in the welcome area of the Edina Community Center building. There is a couch area with high counter workspaces for you to use. The welcome area is right next to the classroom in the event that a student needs assistance. Students attend class on their own, thereby fostering their independence and unique sense of creativity. This class is designed for adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and neurodiverse individuals. If you are a person with a physical disability without a cognitive disability this class will not be a good fit for you.
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Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info.
Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org)
Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.
Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.
Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952
Candice Simpson is an art teacher, painter, and a passionate ‘wholeness through creativity’ advocate! She works as a COMPAS teaching artist and also teaches and creates in her studio in NE Minneapolis’ Arts District California Building. Candice worked as the Art Teacher and then Art Director at a day program for adults with disabilities, has taught workshops for children at the Walker Art Center, Art Start, virtual classes with Highland Friendship Club, classes for adults at the White Bear Center for the Arts, and several artist-in-residencies around Minnesota. She currently offers in-person group classes in her studio and online 1:1 art classes for adults.
Curiosity is at the heart of her art practice, with a drive to explore, stretch, and discover new ways and mixed mediums to interpret the delightful wonder she sees in nature, and especially in trees!
Teaching Approach: Candice brings this same playful curiosity and sense of discovery to her teaching work, listening and watching to identify what lights each student up, so that she can support them to unleash their unique creativity and grow their skills and feeling of confidence, and joy! She focuses on finding the “sweet spot” of balancing each person’s support needs, while encouraging independence and gently stretching into new things.
Candice has been featured on Fox 9 News.
Candice Ann Simpson
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