Online registration is the most convenient way to register. You will need to create an account on the online registration system if you do not already have one. Creating an account is quick and easy. Once your account is created, all children and family members must be added to your account prior to registering them for a program. If you have any questions regarding registration or prefer to register via a paper registration form, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Yes! Community Ed programs, with few exceptions, are open to everyone throughout the St. Louis area. If a program is limited to district students it will be noted in the course description on the online registration system.

Registration for most Community Ed programs takes place as follows:

• Fall Programs: Registration opens in late July/early August
• Winter/Spring Programs:  Registration opens early January
• Summer Programs: registration opens in late January/early February
• Adventure Club: School-year before/after care opens in January
• Rockwood Swim Club: All new swimmers need to attend a swimming placement session which is offered multiple times throughout the year.  Visit the Rockwood Swim Club website for more information. 
• Rockwood Thunder Volleyball Club: Tryouts take place as follows:
  • Boys U10-U18 Teams: September
  • Girls U10-U14 Teams: October
  • Girls U15-U18 Teams: July
  • Visit the Rockwood Thunder Volleyball Club website for more information.
• Trek & Travel Trips: Registration opens in fall.

When registering online, a registration confirmation email will be sent to the email address listed in your account.  You can also log into your account on the online reigstration system and review your account history for current and upcoming registrations.

Fee assistance may be availble to those who qualify and is based upon meeting certain income guidelines.  Some progrms have limited fee assistance, which is available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org for more information.

Yes! We have two programs for individuals age 60 and older:

• Gold Card: The Gold Card is free to Parkway and Rockwood residents age 60 and older and provides unlimited discounts up to 50% off many Community Ed programs.  
• Silver Card: The Silver Card is free to individuals age 60 and older living outside the Parkway and Rockwood School District boundaries and provides unlimited discounts of 15% off many Community Ed programs. 

Learn more and request a Gold or Silver Card today.

Obtaining a Gold or Silver Card is easy. Submit your request via one of the following methods:

• Online:
  • Request a Gold Card
  • Request a Silver Card
• Email: info@prcommunityed.org
• Call or text: 636-891-6644
• Live chat: On this website

When you register online and add the program to your cart, the Gold or Silver Card rate will automatically apply and show correctly.  If you do not see the Gold of Silver Card rate, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat us on this website or email us at info@prcommunityed.org.

View our cancellation policy.

Call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email us at info@prcommunityed.org.

Call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email us at info@prcommunityed.org.

Some programs have the option to sign up for a wait list when they become full.  You can sign up for the wait list through the online registration system.  Although the system will ask for a payment method when signing up for the wait list, you will not be charged unless you are placed into the program.

If the Parkway or Rockwood School District closes due to inclement weather, then all Community Ed programs are also cancelled in either Parkway or Rockwood.  You can stay up-to-date on Community Ed program cancellations through our RainoutLine system.  With RainoutLine, you can receive updates via several methods including the RainoutLine app, email, text, phone hotline, social media and the Community Ed website.  Customer the way you want to receive information by visiting our RainoutLine homepage.

Community Ed will email participants if a program is cancelled due to non-weather related reasons.  For weather related reasons, you can stay up-to-date on Community Ed program cancellations through our RanoutLine system.  With RainoutLine, you can receive updates via several methods including the RainoutLine app, email, text, phone hotline, social media and the Community Ed website.  Customize the way you want to receive information by visiting our RainoutLine homepage.

For summer programs, children should register based on the grade level they will be entering for the next school year.

Yes, we have outlined behavior management and discipline guidelines to help define expectations and ensure participant success in programs.

In most instances, you are not able to apply a voucher/credit yourself.  Call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org and we will be happy to help.

When registering for a program, you will have an opportunity to share information on any special needs and to indicate if you believe accommodations are needed.  Visit our inclusion services page for more information.

View rates for the Adventure Club before/after care program.  Please note that rates may vary by school based on school start/end times.

View our School-Age Care FAQ's for more information.

View our Trek & Travel page for information about trip programs.  Due to the online impact of the current pandemic, some Trek & Travel trip programs will not be offered until further notice. 

View our Babler Outdoor Education Center FAQ's for information about brining your group to the facility.

You can find an updated blackout date list for all sports leagues in the Coaches Corner section of our website.  Once on the page, choose the tab for your league in the 'Resources by Sport' section for the blackout date list.  The list is updated on a regular basis, so be sure to check often.

An electronic program evlaluation is sent via email following completion of all programs.  If you have any additional information you would like to provide regarding a program, you can complete this feedback form.

View a map of our locations which includes addresses.

The main Community Ed office is located at 1401 Froesel Dr., Ellisville, MO  63011.  We are located on the campus of Ellisville Elementary School.  We have a dedicated entrance for Communit Ed that is on the east end of the campus closest to Clarkson Rd.  Please do not enter through the main doors of school.  Our office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m..  You can call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Our tax ID is 43-6004215.  You can access copies of registration receipts and obtain your year-end tax statement by logging into your account on the online registration system.  If you have any questions accessing the information, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Program guides are mailed three times per year to coincide with the start of registration for each season.  The Fall program guide is mailed in late July/early August.  The Winter-Spring guide is mailed in early January.  The Summer program guide is mailed in late January/early February.  If you do not receive a copy of the program guide, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org and we will mail one to your home.

Call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org and we'll be happy to send you one in the mail.

Yes!  You can purchase a gift certificate in a variety of denominations through our online registration system.

Great!  We are always interested in hearing new ideas for programs.  Complete a program idea form to share your ideas.

Thanks for your interest in volunteering!  Learn more about how to get started and complete a volunteer coach interest form.

Thanks for your interest in working with Community Ed!  We are always looking for individuals and organizations to join us in supporting lifelong learners.  View our Work with Us page for more information.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Have questions?  We're here to help!  Our office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.  You can call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

The HSE Test will give passing students a high school equivalency certificate, which is recognized by the military, community colleges, universities, and employers as being equivalent to a high school diploma.

Yes, we offer a class designed to help students prepare for all aspects of the citizenship process.

Yes, if a student completes a specified number of hours, their teacher can award a certificate of completion.

Classes are offered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
We also offer classes Monday through Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Pronunciation is an important part of our English instruction. We combine that with
instruction in Reading, Writing, Listening, and all other areas of Speaking. This includes conversational English, as well as phonics.

We currently offer a small number of virtual classes.

Our virtual classes are limited to students who test at the high intermediate level and above.

We offer in-person classes during mornings, afternoons, and evenings.

No, we welcome all students. Whether you are here for a few months as a visitor, a
resident, or already a citizen, if you want to improve your English, we are here to help
you reach that goal.

Our classes are free.

After you register, you will be asked to set up an appointment for placement testing. Test categories will include the areas of Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. We will then place you in a class based on the results of your tests with other students who performed similarly on their tests.

Our fall semester begins in August each year. After the winter holidays, the second
semester begins in January. We also have a shorter summer semester in July and
August.

You must be 17 years of age or older to register.

No, we do not have classes on Saturday or Sunday. We only offer classes Monday through Thursday.

Yes, we offer night classes for all levels of ESL instruction.

For students who are interested in attending college, we do have a separate TOEFL
class.

This class is only for students who are planning to take the TOEFL. This class is
not just a high level class. It is designed to get students ready to take the TOEFL.

We have other high-level classes available for students interested in refining their language skills.

No, our program is not certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to fulfill F1 student visa requirements.

For the best results, we recommend that students attend class every day, but we understand that is not always possible for working adults.

If your schedule changes and you are
missing class frequently, we also offer classes at other times. Students should speak to the office about changing their schedule.

No, we provide books for use in class. You may not take the books home with you because we use those books for several classes throughout the day.

If you would like to purchase books, your teacher will give you recommendations.

Many students feel this way in their first weeks of a new class. We ask that you give a new class a week or so before you judge the class as too difficult. Our testing methods give us an accurate idea of which class you belong in. Sometimes it’s just a matter of getting comfortable with the teacher.

If, after that time, you still feel the class is too difficult, you can speak to your teacher or the office about changing your placement.

Our facilities aren’t set up for children. Students must provide their own childcare.

Yes! We understand that people move into our area at all times of the year. We have
open enrollment throughout the year.

No, but you must be a resident of the state of Missouri to enroll in our classes.

You may sign up using our virtual registration form. After your form is submitted, we will contact you to set up an appointment for placement testing.

HSE is an abbreviation for High School Equivalency. GED® is an abbreviation for the General Educational Development high school equivalency tests.
In January 2014, the HiSET™ test replaced the GED® test as the official High School Equivalency (HSE) test for Missouri.

The HSE Test will give you a high school equivalency certificate, which is recognized by the military, community colleges, universities, and employers as being equivalent to a high school diploma.

Anyone who is at least 17 years old, is not enrolled in high school and has not graduated from high school. If you are
16 years old, you must have 16 hours of high school credit, a letter from your principal stating that you have these
credits, and be withdrawn from school.

Yes. View a list of testing locations in Missouri.

No.  Our classes help you prepare for the test.  View a list of testing locations in Missouri.

Language Arts/Reading/Writing (including writing an essay), Social Studies, Science and Mathematics. View more information about the High School Equivalency (HSE) Test.

For our virtual classes, you will need a computer or tablet. Computers are not required for our in-person classes.

Tests are computer-based.

It takes approximately eight hours to complete the entire battery of tests.  The individual tests range from 65 minutes to two hours in length.  Most people schedule the tests one at a time.

If you are certain you are ready for the High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests, click here to schedule your test.

Yes, there is a cost to take the High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests.  Learn more about test costs.

Enroll in one of our High School Equivalency (HSE) classes, take our preliminary tests, and we can give you an idea of how close you are to being ready to pass the tests.

Call us at 314-415-4940.  We will be glad to help you choose a site and give you registration information.

If you are 16 years old, you must have a letter from your principal stating that you have 16 credit hours, are no longer enrolled in high school, and have permission to take High School Equivalency (HSE) tests.  If you are 17 years old, you must be withdrawn from school.

The teacher at your site will design an independent study plan just for you with your needs in mind.  You will work on lessons designed to help you learn everything you need to know in order to pass the tests.

No, our classes are open to everyone regardless of location of residence.

Yes!  Our students range in age from 16 to 80+.

Yes.

Yes, when your teacher determines that you are ready, you can take a High School Equivalency (HSE) official practice test in class.

Yes, please call or text us at 314-415-4940 or email info@prcommunityed.org and we will be glad to answer any questions that you may have.

Thanks for your intesterest in volunteering!  Learn more about how to get started.

Online registration is the most convenient way to register. You will need to create an account in the system if you do not already have one. Ensure all children are added to your account under "Relationships" prior to registering them for an Adventure Club contract. If you have any questions regarding registration, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

School-year Adventure Club registration opens in March. Summer Adventure Club registration opens in February.

Submitting an application means the process has been started but is not yet complete.  All contract applications are time stamped and dated in the order received.  You will receive a notification once your contract is approved.

View rates for the Adventure Club before/after school care program.  Please note that the rates may vary by school/district based on school start/end times.

The total cost for the scheduled attendance days in the school year is divided into ten (10) payments; one partial payment and nine full payments. There are no charges for school holidays included in your monthly tuition payment.  Holiday/non-school days are a separate registration and fee.

Due to the fact that availability can vary from day to day and from location to location based on several factors, it's best to call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org for more information.

The registration window for non-school days ends three weeks before the date being requested. Late registration may be available for an additional fee depending on space availability in the program.

When a waitlist occurs, we will continually work toward activating your child(ren)'s enrollment. Status of waitlists can vary from day to day and from location to location, depending on several factors.  We understand this can be an inconvenience to your family and we will promptly notify you once your child's enrollment can be activated. To check the waitlist status of a specific location, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Do you know someone who might want to work for Adventure Club?  Refer them today and you may be eligible to receive a $100 credit to your account.  There is no limit to the number of staff you can refer.  Complete a staff referral form today.

A schedule change can be requested through your online account, or you can send a request to info@prcommunityed.org.  All changes become effective starting on a Monday for staffing purposes.  A two-week notice is required. If a schedule change request falls in the attendance period that has already been invoiced, please call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

You can make changes by logging into your online account or you can call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

When arriving at Adventure Club, ring the buzzer to gain entrance and sign your child in or out of the program.  Only an authorized pick-up will be allowed to sign a child out of Adventure Club.

The before/after care program operates from 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in both Parkway and Rockwood.  You may drop your child off any time after 6:30 a.m. and they must be picked up no later than 6 p.m. 

For programs held during non-school days (summer, winter break, spring break and other non-school days), hours of operation are 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.  You may drop your child off any time after 7 a.m. and they must be picked up no later than 5:30 p.m.

The Adventure Club program is typically located in the cafeteria or a multi-purpose room within each Parkway and Rockwood elementary school.

You must make arrangements for someone on your contact list to pick up your child/children, and notify your Adventure Club site. Children picked up after the scheduled program end time will be charged a late fee of $2 per minute per family.

In the morning, the Adventure club staff will dismiss the children to class at the sound f the bell. After school, the office will typically announce dismissal to Adventure Club before busses or parent pickups.

Breakfast is not provided, however you are welcome to send breakfast with your child or they may get breakfast in the cafeteria through the school program.

A set schedule is required for the before/after care program ensure adequate staffing is in place. 

A withdrawal or drop of an entire session can be requested through your online account or through an email to info@prcommunityed.org.  A two-week notice is required and all changes become effective starting on a Monday.  Tuition fees will be charged through the last day of the required two week notice period.

You can find your approved schedule in your online account.  If you have questions, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

You can update your payment information by logging into your online account.  Once logged in, go to the 'Saved Payment Methods' link in the page footer.  If you have any issues, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

You can set up auto pay by logging into your online account.  Once logged in, choose the 'Your Accounts' section and then auto pay will be on the left-hand side.  If you have any questions, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Yes, you can split tuition payments by percentages.  Call us at 636-891-6644 so we can set this up for you.

We do not accept state assistance.  If there is a financial need please call us to discuss options at 636-891-6644.

No. For information on E-Hour, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

You can download your tax statement by logging into your online account.  The tax statement is tied to the account owner's email address who registered the child for Adventure Club.  If you have questions or issues accessing your tax statement, call or text us at 636-891-6644, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.

Yes. Current year Adventure Club applications received during the first two weeks after registration opens will receive preference over new family applications.

We are unable to hold spots without payment when a child will be absent for an extended period of time. You have the option to stay in the program and continue to pay tuition or you can drop/re-register when you are ready to return. Acceptance into Adventure Club would be subject to availability at the time you re-register and registration fees would apply.

Have questions?  We can help!  Our office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.  Call or text us at 636-891-6644,, live chat with us on this website or email info@prcommunityed.org.