Community Education

Welcome

Detroit Lakes Community Education provides lifelong learning opportunities for all ages in our community! 

Please browse our offerings to see the wide range of options available. Then, we invite you to join us for a Community Education class or activity. Develop a talent, learn a new skill, or try something different—you'll be glad you did!

Mission Statement

Through collaborative efforts, Detroit Lakes Community Education’s focus is to enhance the quality of life of all community members by providing lifelong learning opportunities.

Philosophy

Community Education is a department of each school district in the state of Minnesota. This statewide, school-based network connects local people and resources to improve schools and communities. Community  Education provides quality programs to learners of all ages and abilities: infants and preschoolers, school-aged children, adults and seniors. Community Education has a long-practiced philosophy of citizen and community engagement and collaborative partnerships, key components in connecting the schools and the community. 

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