Adult Education

Sidney Schools provides an opportunity for community members to share their talents and expertise through the Adult Education Program. Any individuals willing to instruct an evening class are invited to contact Danny Coryell, SHS Assistant Principal, to get started. Interested community members are encouraged to participate by contacting the instructor or calling the school to register. Quarterly fees are $20 per person; however, senior citizens are not charged the participation fee. Additional material costs may be required for project-based classes.

The Adult Education Program offers two or three sessions. The fall quarter begins at the end of September/beginning of October. The winter quarter begins mid-February. The spring quarter (if one is offered) extends from the winter quarter continuing through April.

Please contact Sidney High School if you would like more information or to register for a class at 433-2330.

Classes

Winter/Spring 2025

*Please contact individual instructors for specific information regarding the course


Men’s Volleyball

Instructor-Dennis Marker, (406)482-5281, Cost $20.00 (Wednesdays)

  • 7:00-9:00 pm, West Side School Gym 

  • Beginning Wednesday, January 15

Still, one of the most popular adult education classes is offered. Come and find out why. Join anytime!


Women’s Volleyball

Instructor-Amber Beyer (701)390-3436, Cost $20.00 (Wednesdays)

  • 6:30-9:00 pm, Central Elementary Gym 

  • Beginning Wednesday, January 22

A popular class for women. Knee pads are recommended. All skill levels are welcome, join anytime!

Discover the Joy of Crochet and Knitting!

Instructor - Cheyenne Ryan, cryan@sidneyps.com

  • Join our beginner crochet and knit class! Whether you are a total newbie or looking to refresh your skills, this course is perfect for you. Already know the tricks of the trade? Come anyway and dedicate weekly time to complete your projects.

  • Cost is $20 without equipment or $30 with equipment. Senior citizens are free. Class runs from January 16th to April 10th. A detailed schedule can be emailed once you are signed up for a class. We follow the SPS district schedule. 

  • Beginning Thursday, January 16

Craft your way to happiness and creativity. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out! Email cryan@sidneyps.com if you wish to sign up.

AHA Heart Saver First Aid CPR and AED Course

Instructor: Emily Keegan, ekeegan@sidneyps.com 

Cost: $20

Dates: TBD

This 4-hour course trains participants to provide and develop CPR, AED, and First aid skills. They will be taught how to use these skills in various situations and perform them in a timely and effective manner. It is designed for anyone with little or no medical training and who wants to be prepared for an emergency. It is also for people whose jobs require a CPR certification. The course goes over the following topics

  • Medical emergencies

  • First aid basics

  • Injury emergencies

  • Environmental emergencies

  • Preventing illness and injury

  • Adult CPR and AED use

  • Opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

  • Optional modules in Child CPR AED and Infant CPR

Pickleball – All skill levels welcome 

Please contact the instructor to register and secure your spot prior to the class starting, as the class size is limited.

Instructor – Nicole Franklin    406-480-9063     bnfranklin@hotmail.com

Join the fastest-growing sport in America! Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong! 

This introductory class teaches the basics of the game, scoring, and the importance of staying out of the kitchen! All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. Players with similar abilities will be grouped accordingly. Wear your workout clothes and court shoes. We provide the paddles, balls, instruction, and fun.

Cost - $20 

Where - MS gym 

When - Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:30 pm 

Dates: 

Jan. 22, 29

Feb. 5, 12, 26

Mar. 5, 19, 26

Apr. 2

*Schedule subject to change

Card Making

Instructor - Janet Brannan, (406)-480-1572), jbrannan1963@gmail.com, Cost $20 +$3 material fee per class (Every other Tuesday, 6:00-8:00 pm) 

  • Dates: 

    • Jan. 28 

    • Feb. 11, 25

    • Mar. 11, 25

    • Apr. 8, 22 

  • Central Elementary Library

Join us for a fun time, making greeting cards. A variety of styles and occasions will be

covered. We will make 1-2 cards per class. All skill levels are welcome. Supplies to bring:

scissors, tacky glue, and a tape runner. All other supplies will be provided. Class size is limited to 8

participants.