Northfield Community Education

The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute provides everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content along with handouts, demonstrations, and additional resources. At the end of class, the students will receive their certification card along with instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Student book. From getting started with your business, to collaborating with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.

Looking for a fun, memorable theater experience? Join this creative, positive program filled with drama games, activities and theater-based teaching! Drama Lab exists to give students a place to belong, feel accepted and be more confident. You'll play games, laugh, create stories and explore the wide world of imagination. Anything is possible and no game ever ends the same way. Each season has all-new activities, so even if you've taken this class before, register again for more drama fun! Please note: There is no student supervision from the time school is released until the start of class at 4pm. The class time is set to allow the instructor to commute and to accommodate students from all Northfield elementary schools. If you arrive early, you are welcome to wait with your student. Students may not be dropped off without a parent or guardian present until class begins at 4pm. Thank you for your understanding.

Whether you're working on a school essay or crafting the perfect college application, Brady can help you take your writing to the next level. He offers personalized support for middle school, high school, and college-level essays, focusing on both big-picture revisions and fine-tuning the details. His process includes everything from in-depth feedback on style, structure, and flow to correcting spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Together, we'll refine your work over multiple drafts to ensure your essay is as polished and effective as possible. More about Brady Rivkin: Brady is a senior at Carleton College, double majoring in Music and Cognitive Science. He brings a strong background in writing and editorial work, having served as a staff writer for The Carletonian, the college’s student newspaper, and as a member of the editorial board for the Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies. Outside the classroom, Brady has worked as a cabin counselor and trip leader at an overnight camp and served as a teaching assistant in a fifth-grade classroom at his synagogue. His diverse experiences reflect a deep commitment to education, creativity, and community engagement.

Is your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether it is for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a child who is mature and well prepared.This class for children will address several topics relating to being“Home Alone” including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after school routines, phone calls and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, handling the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and first aid tips. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take home information and discuss it with their child.

Paint with non-toxic oil paint for this two week course. We will learn about oil paints and how to use them before working on a small canvas from a reference photo. There will be plenty of photos to choose from but you may bring your own (size 8x10) if you’d like!

Let your imagination roam as you create your own colorful landscape masterpiece! You’ll learn to paint the scenery of your dreams with professional painter Kate Langlais. You’ll explore color, composition, and creativity while making a painting that’s uniquely yours. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready to paint your own masterpiece! Please note: There is no student supervision at Spring Creek from the time school is released until the start of class at 3:45pm. The class time is set to allow the instructor to commute and to accommodate students from all Northfield elementary schools. If you arrive early, you are welcome to wait with your student. Students may not be dropped off without a parent or guardian present until class begins at 3:45pm. Thank you for your understanding.

In this hands-on class, students will spark their creativity by designing and building amazing solar-powered robots using easy-to-assemble parts. They’ll construct working models like solar cranes, lift bridges, and other exciting creations—all powered by the sun! Young engineers will explore the fascinating world of solar energy while developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence through fun, imaginative projects. All materials included in class fee.

Pick from a variety of supplies as we create a St. Patrick’s Day themed painting and/or drawing of your choice! An Irish landscape? A mischievous leprechaun with a limerick to match? The options are endless! Please note: There is no student supervision at Spring Creek from the time school is released until the start of class at 3:45pm. The class time is set to allow the instructor to commute and to accommodate students from all Northfield elementary schools. If you arrive early, you are welcome to wait with your student. Students may not be dropped off without a parent or guardian present until class begins at 3:45pm. Thank you for your understanding.