Nothing makes us happier here at Community Ed than hearing from our students! Recently, we received a raving review on our Mindfulness for Daily Life class with Carrie Edmond. Check out the testimony below!
“I had read about mindfulness on social media, and this class peeked my interest. I wondered was it even for me? I was able to learn that mindfulness is about being fully present in the moment, whatever the moment may be and having no judgements. Most importantly, I learned to breathe in, breathe out…and repeat. Sounds funny right? Everyone should know how to breathe. When you learn to calm your breath it calms your mind! I learned that mindfulness is for everyone! I started doing mindful meditations, which are so relaxing! I started practicing mindfulness in my daily life. For example, having a conversation with someone, doing yoga, washing the dishes and even taking a shower. I continue to write in the journal we started in class. The gratitude journal helps to keep me thankful of the small things even when the big things are going wrong. Overall this class has been a huge benefit in helping me manage my stress and daily struggles with my health. Great instructor and wonderful class! Loved it!” And there you have it! We love hearing from you, so if you have your own testimonial for one of our classes, feel free to email us at [email protected] and tell us about it.
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Maren Phillips began painting at age three by “copying the comics” and other than a period of about eight years, she has never stopped. After her eight-year hiatus, Maren dusted off her drawing pads and participated as a vendor in a church festival drawing portraits. That’s when it all came back to her. Maren began drawing and painting dog portraits at dog shows and did so for about 25 years.
Maren decided to make another change and devoted herself to obtaining a Masters of Fine Arts degree. Her plan was to teach at the local university. However, she was once again led in a different direction and that’s when Maren found us. She finds teaching Community Education classes “fun and exhilarating.” In each class she teaches she loves to “wake up minds and brains to seeing differently.” This summer she is teaching an abstract painting class for the first time and she says she “loves it!” When not teaching a Community Ed art class, Maren travels across the country promoting and painting en plein air (painting outdoors). She takes commissions for portraits (people and pets) and sells her paintings in galleries all over the United States. Maren also teaches privately and in smaller workshops in San Antonio. You can find out more about her at www.marenphillipsartlines.com. This fall she is planning to teach Beginning Watercolor, Drawing Basics, Adventures in Oil Painting, Portrait Painting and Quick Studies in Painting. Class details will be revealed on July 18 so stay tuned! According to the Better Health Channel, kayaking can enhance your overall aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility to include:
Of course, there are precautions that need to be considered before heading out onto the water as well as equipment that needs to be properly used. Unsure of where to start? Community Education has you covered with our Kayaking 101 course. Learn terminology, techniques and equipment needs straight from the pros. Summer semester is finally here and we have a lot going on here at NEISD Community Ed. Classes are available for both adults and youth. Get your summer started with us, you won’t regret it! Check out our extensive June schedule below:
Computer Skills: iPad® and iPhone® Basics for Beginners & Beyond the Basics Computers & Windows classes Proficient in PowerPoint® 2016, Level 1 & 2 The World of Word® 2016, Level 1 & 2 Internet Browsers & Email Basics Health & Wellness: Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Variations of Tai Chi and Self Defense classes Alzheimer’s Association classes Relajación y Meditación Guiada a Conciencia Mindful Living – Mindfulness and Peace Gardens PiYo™ Beat Belly Bloat with the Paleo Diet Safety and Automotive: AARP Smart Driver Course Culinary Arts: Embellished Fondant Treats Home & Garden: Whimsical Fairy Gardening Square Foot Gardening and Beyond Creative Expressions: Basics of Welding Drawing classes Abstract Art Mixed Media Traditional & Experimental Watercolor En Plein Air Experience Making the Cut, Part 1 Dance classes Stained Glass Crafter’s Workbench classes Recreation & Leisure: Golf with Caruso Dog classes Money Matters: Federal Civil Service Benefits Secrets of Saving Money on a Funeral Career Training: Principles of Successful Business Ownership Right Employee, Right Job Language and Communication: Spanish classes Japanese Society and Culture Youth & Teen: Expressive Movement for Toddlers (Ages 2 ½-3 ½) Pre-Ballet, Tap and Jazz Basics (Ages 3-5) Acoustic & Electric Guitar for Youth, Beginning 1 (Ages 6-17) SAT & ACT prep classes Youth & Teen classes at Vineyard Ranch classes (week of June 12-16 and June 19-23): Including... · Drama · Piano · Art · Robotics · Sports · Game Making · STEM based classes …and more! Click on the clickable links throughout the schedule to find more information on course descriptions, supply lists and registration. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us. You can reach us at 210-407-0140, option 3. See you in the classroom! |
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August 2017
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