GLADSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Please join us for a selection of classes featuring crafts, exercise and learning!

Sign up online at Online Registration

Or by phone at 503-650-2570.

You can also visit us at 17789 Webster Rd, Gladstone OR 97027 to register in person.

**If paying by check, please make payable to Gladstone School District.

**Please make sure when attending a class at GHS or at the Gladstone Community Center, that you check in with the supervisor or front desk. They will direct you to what room the class is being held in. If you need assistance entering the building or classroom, please contact us to make arrangements.

Golden brown and soft and chewy, focaccia is a crowd pleaser, but pizza is close to our hearts too! Learn the ins & outs of these Italian delights so you can impress your friends at your next gathering. Participants will take home a loaf of focaccia to bake the following day plus recipes for Summer flavored focaccia and delicious dips!

Instructed by Certified Holistic Nutritionist Samantha Romanowski.

(Please bring a bowl to take your dough home)

Tuesday 2/4/25

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $55

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Love warm dinner rolls, but think you don't have time to bake? This class will teach you a quick recipe for soft, tender dinner rolls that you can make easily in a couple of hours. Plus, it's "big batch" which means you can bake what you need and freeze the rest. We'll also cover different styles of rolls, flavors, and toppings. Participants will go home with a packet of recipes and 6 rolls baked in class!

Instructed by Certified Holistic Nutritionist Samantha Romanowski.

Tuesday 3/11/25

6:00 - 8:30 PM

Tuition $55

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Create a sharp pointed star design using paper and scraps of fabric sewn by machine. In the first class learn the basic technique. In class weeks 2-4 create a star design pillow or wall hanging.

Supply List Provided

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SEWING MACHINE

Tuesdays 1/14/25 - 2/4/25

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $100 (62 and older $90)

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Design includes "BearPaw" quilt pattern and appliqued Zuni Bears. Learn the special technique used for the bears. This design will create a wall hanging or a lap quilt.

Supply List Provided

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SEWING MACHINE

Tuesdays 2/11/25 - 3/11/25

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $125 (62 and older $115)

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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De-stress and relax! Offered 1 Friday per month, Judy Stubb, certified Bob Ross Instructor will start you with a blank canvas and help you leave with a completed masterpiece in just 3 to 4 hours! This “Wet-on-Wet” technique is a very simple, easy to follow method anyone from beginners to seasoned painters can master. See Judy’s work at www.wetpaints.net

Fridays 12 Noon - 4:00 PM

Tuition $50

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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• 1/10/25 - Pacific Coastline Register Here
• 2/7/25 - Sunrise over the Lake Register Here
• 3/14/25 - Arctic Fox Register Here

Are you longing to be creative, learn a new skill, share creative ideas in a friendly environment? If so this is your opportunity to learn from an experienced local artist. Louisa teaches oil, acrylics, watercolor, mixed media and ceramics in a variety of local settings.

Learn the fundamentals of painting - color, composition, value, brushwork and perspective to help you become a well-rounded artist. These fundamentals are universal across various mediums and styles.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

Please request Supply List

Tuesdays 1/21/25 - 2/11/25

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tuition $110

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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Celebrate SPRING!

This drawing class will feature spring flowers. Instruction will include seeing asic shapes adding details, expressive mark making and how to create depth. Bring pencils and lots of paper! To work larger, bring paper at least 11x17. This will allow you more freedom of mark making.

Flowers will be provided or bring your own!

Friday 2/7/25

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tuition $20

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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Explore the exciting and challenging medium of transparent watercolor! Learn to mix colors and the basics of composition in this multi level class. Each class will include a demo!

See Melissa’s work at www.melissagannon.com

Please request a Supply List

Wednesdays 1/8/25 - 2/26/25

1:30 - 4:00 PM

Tuition $80 (Age 62 and older $65)

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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Become an Artist, and have fun while you do it!

Beginners will learn the basic fundamentals, brush techniques, shading, composition, and color mixing. No prior experience necessary. Learn the latest in texture products, painting from photos and get advice concerning difficult areas.

Demos included.

Please request Supply List

2 CLASSES TO CHOOSE FROM—PLEASE SPECIFY TIME.

Thursdays 1/9/25 - 3/13/25

Tuition $80 (62 and older $65)

•9:30 - 11:30 AM Register Here

•12:30 - 2:30 PM Register Here

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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Create all occasion cards with lots of BLING! Think Springtime colors, embellishments and stamps. All levels of skill are welcome and can make these 6 cards with decorative envelopes.

All Supplies are provided!

Thursday 2/20/25

6:00 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $25 (62 and older $20) $12 Supply Fee

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Celebrate Spring by creating all occasion holiday cards! Create a Springtime basket to send "cheer" to a friend or relative. All levels of skill are welcome and can make 5 cards and a basket!

All Supplies are provided!

Thursday 3/20/25

6:00 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $25 (62 and older $20) $12 Supply Fee

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Join us for an opportunity to create your very own stained glass Suncatcher! In this 3 week workshop, you will learn the copper foil method of stained glass as you cut, grind, foil and solder your creation. There will be a variety of beginner friendly patterns for you to choose from.

No experience is required, however a certain amount of hand strength is required to cut glass. (If you have any concerns, please contact us) Booklet summarizing what you learned, and how to take care of your Suncatcher is provided.

Instructed by Mikayla Moore

**Students are required to be 18+**

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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3 CLASSES ARE OFFERED!

January: Register Here

Thursdays 1/9/25 -1/30/25 (NO CLASS 1/16/25)

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $125 plus a $35 Supply Fee

February: Register Here

Thursdays 2/6/25 - 2/20/25

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $125 plus a $35 Supply Fee

March: Register Here

Thursdays 3/6/25 - 3/20/25

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $125 plus a $35 Supply Fee

Are you ready to take your stained glass skills to the next level? This class is perfect for those who have completed the beginner workshop and are eager to create their next stained glass project! Whether you want to bring your own design or choose from a variety of patterns available, this class will give you the freedom to explore and refine your techniques.

In this session, you'll have access to all of the tools and materials you need. Work at your own pace while receiving personalized guidance and support. This is a great opportunity to focus on perfecting your skills and bringing your creative visions to life!

Instructed by Mikayla Moore

**Students are required to be 18+ and have completed the Beginner Stained Glass Workshop or have prior experience.**

Tuesdays 2/11/25 & 2/18/25

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Tuition $75 plus a $30 Supply Fee

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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Learn about our different weather patterns in 4 separate classes. Each class is focused on a specific weather pattern. Class is instructed by Portland Meteorologist and CCC Faculty member in the Fire Science Dept, John Saltenberger.

Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave

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JET STREAMS

This lesson will describe key features of the multiple jet streams in the upper atmosphere. The global scale driving mechanisms of jet streams will be identified and discussed as well as their formation, movement and evolution. Emphasis will be placed on how jet streams affect weather patterns around the globe with emphasis on the Pacific Northwest.

Thursday 2/6/25

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $25

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WESTERN WIND PATTERNS

This lesson will describe common large scale atmospheric pressure systems and their resulting general wind patterns over the western part of North America. Wind influence on weather patterns and terrain interactions will be identified and described. Critical wind patterns of the west coast will be identified and described with examples.

Thursday 2/13/25

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $25

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QUANTIFYING ATMOSPHERIC MOISTURE

This lesson will introduce several methods for quantifying atmospheric moisture such as dew point, relative humidity, vapor pressure, and precipitable water. Emphasis will be made on comparing and contrasting the various strengths of these different methods. Examples of how they are used in daily weather forecasting will be provided.

Thursday 2/20/25

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $25

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BASICS OF ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY

This lesson will describe key elements of the vertical structure of the atmosphere. The basic physics of atmospheric stability, vertical motion, and temperature lapse rate will be explained. Emphasis will be placed on how day to day fluctuations of the temperature lapse rate can cause dramatic changes in cloud cover, visibility, moisture and relative humidity, winds, and severe storm risk.

Thursday 2/27/25

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $25

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Aikido is a non-competitive, non violent form of Traditional Japanese Martial Art. Aikido's goal is the development of the whole human being - mind, body & spirit to its full potential!

Tuesdays and Thursdays 1/7/25 - 3/13/25 Register Here

7:00 - 8:00 PM

Tuition $100

Clackamas River Racquet Club - 790 82nd Dr, Gladstone

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This Zumba Gold class is perfect for active adults looking for a lower impact work out! The design of the class introduces easy to follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Come ready to sweat and dance to beats from around the world! Prepare to leave feeling strong!

Mondays and Wednesdays 1/6/25 - 3/5/25 (No class 1/20/25 or 2/17/25)

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Tuition $70 (62 and older $65)

Gladstone Community Center - 1050 Portland Ave

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Come to this FREE Indoor walking program where weather is not an issue! Led by Suzette Love, you will go through a variety of choreographed walking workouts. Bring Water!

Tuesdays and Thursdays 1/7/25 - 3/27/25 Register Here

7:15 - 8:15 PM

Tuition FREE

Gladstone Seventh-day Adventist Church - 8378 Cason Rd, Gladstone OR

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This non-competitive class is a great workout while learning the Korean style of martial arts from Instructor David Beasley. Strengthen your body, mind and spirit. Men or Women, All Ranks Welcome! **If class does not fill, it will be combined with the teen class from 6:00 - 7:30 PM.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 1/7/25 - 3/20/25 (No class 2/6/25 or 3/6/25)

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Tuition $85 (62 and over $65)

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Kraxberger Middle School - 17777 Webster Rd

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Skyhawks uses their progressive curriculum, and sport-specific staff to ensure your young athlete will gain the technical skills & knowledge required for their next step into sports. Kids ages 2-12 will learn fundamentals, develop skills and gain confidence through sports.

Saturdays 2/15/25 - 3/15/25

Tuition $75

• HoopsterTots (Grasshoppers): From 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM (Age 2-3) Register Here
• HoopsterTots (Froggies): From 9:50 AM - 10:30 AM (Age 3-4) Register Here
• Mini-hawk (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer): From 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM (Age 4-6) Register Here

Held at John Wetten Elementary School Outside Gym - 250 E Exeter (Enter off of Gloucester)

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Harness the energy of your youngsters with this exciting physical activity. Students learn basic moves while developing respect, discipline and self esteem. Kids get practice setting goals and gain confidence with individual achievements.

Uniforms can be purchased from Instructor David Beasley.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 1/7/25 - 3/20/25 (No class 2/6/25 or 3/6/25)

• Ages 5-7: 6:00 - 6:50 PM Tuition $80 Register Here
• Ages 8-15: 6:00 - 7:30 PM Tuition $85 Register Here

Kraxberger Middle School - 17777 Webster Rd

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Aikido is a non-competitive, non-violent Japanese Martial Art teaching principles of peaceful resolution of conflict. Kids will learn to empower themselves through discipline of posture, balance, breathing, mental focus. Aikido is not a method of fighting, but method of self-defense. Develop ability to be relaxed, focused, centered, even under stress.

Taught by Craig Fife and Joseph Talley of Aikido NW

Tuesdays and Thursday 1/7/25 - 3/13/25

• Age 4 - 7 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Register Here
• Age 8 - 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM Register Here

Tuition $100

Clackamas River Racquet Club - 790 82nd Dr, Gladstone

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• 🏈Gladstone Youth Football: https://www.youthfootballgladstone.com/

• 🏀Gladiator Basketball Association: http://gladstonebasketball.org/

• 📣Gladstone Youth Cheer: https://www.gladstonecheerleading.com/gyc

• 🥎Gladstone Girls Softball Association: www.gladstonegirlssoftball.com

• ⚾Gladstone Junior Baseball Association: www.gladstonejuniorbaseball.com

• ⚽Gladstone Soccer Association: www.gladstonesoccer.com

**PLEASE CONTACT EACH INDIVIDUAL YOUTH SPORT FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION**

Located at 1050 Portland Ave, The mission and vision of the Gladstone Community Center is to enhance the vitality and wellness of a multigenerational community through meaningful connections. The Community Center will provide an enriching space for community connections. We intend to continue to encourage and provide space for group activities, meals, recreational classes, share information about health and wellness, as well as other social gatherings that occur within a community. Lunch, Activities, and Transportation, as well as other program and services are provided Mon - Fri from 8:00 - 4:00 PM.

For more information please visit: Gladstone Community Center or call 503-655-7701

• Hot Lunch is served in the Bloye Dining Hall - Each Tues, Wed, and Thurs at 11:30 AM **(Suggested Donation is $4)
• Arts and Crafts - Each Fri at 10:00 AM
• Tai Chi (Free) - Every Mon & Wed - Advanced 9:00 AM, Intermediate at 10:00 AM & Beginner at 11:00 AM
• Low Impact Chair Exercise - Each Tues and Thurs at 10:30 AM
• Shopping Trips - Each Wed 1:00 PM - Call for pick-up (Gladstone area stores only)
• Bingo - Each Tuesday from 1:00 - .3:00 PM
• Scrabble Club - Each Tues and Thurs at 12:45 PM
• Pinochle - Each Mon, Wed and Fri at 12:45 PM
• Rummikub & Cribbage - Each Tues and Thurs at 12:45 PM
• Crochet Club - Each Fri at 10 AM
• Foot Clinic - By appointment only. 2nd Mon and Tues of each month.
• Blood Pressure - 2nd Tues of every month
• Adventure Field Trips - Weekly (Sign up at the Gladstone Community Center)
• Tech Support - Every 1st and 3rd Wed of the month from 2:00 - 4:00 PM

Do you have an idea for a Community School Class you would like to teach? It could be anything from fitness to crafts to teaching a second language!

We would love to hear your ideas!

Contact us at

503-650-2570 or gladstonecommunityed@gladstone.k12.or.us

How Do I Register?

Register online at Online Registration

Or call us at 503-650-2570

You can also visit us at 17789 Webster Rd, Gladstone OR 97027 to register in person. Please click the pdf at the bottom of the page to download the registration form.

What is your refund policy?

• For ongoing and series classes, refunds will be given in full up to the second class. (Lab and supply Fees will still be charged if not cancelled one week prior to class starting) After the second class, no refunds will be given.
• For one time classes cancellations must be received 48 hours in advance for a full refund. (Lab and supply Fees will still be charged if not cancelled one week prior to class starting). No refunds the night of class.
• Refunds for camps must be requested at least one week before camp begins.
• Classes cancelled by the Community School due to low enrollment will automatically entitle a student to a full refund. Classes cancelled due to weather are not refunded. We will try our best to reschedule.

Accomodations Notice

If you have special needs or a disability that require accommodations in order for you to attend or participate in a school meeting or event, please contact the Office of Special Services at (503) 655-2777 at least 48 hours in advance.

Privacy Info

Due to the nature of community school classes being held evenings, weekends, etc., instructors are provided with student names and phone numbers for emergency.