Students will work on the fundamentals of carrying a concealed firearm for self-defense. Students will learn proper technique for drawing their pistol from concealment, reload technique, clearing weapon malfunctions, equipment setup, defensive shooting techniques, and open discussion about personal defense and concealed carry.Pistol and holster work will be done inside the classroom using laser pistols. Do not bring your personal firearms to Valley Learning Center. Please Note—All students will receive a certificate of completion that can be used to satisfy the state of Wyoming's requirement for firearm training for your Wyoming concealed carry permit. Permits are not issued at this class. You must submit a state application and get a background check, then the state issues the permit. Students must be 18 years old or older.

Come learn how to sew on a sewing machine. We will make a simple pattern using 1 yard fabric. Age Requirement: +6

Equipment and technology needed: Sewing machine, pins, scissors, and white or black thread.

Learn basics of composition, exposure, lighting patterns and camera settings. We will work with continuous lighting and still life.  Camera, preferably one with manual settings, pen, notebook, and optional laptop.

Age Requirement: 12+

Substitute teachers help make the world go round—without them, schools would not be able to function! Become a substitute teacher with your high school diploma and this class. You will then meet the Wyoming PTSB requirement of “at least 24 hours of school district in-service training”. You’ll learn the use and application of lesson plans, elements of instruction, emergency plans, classroom organization, behavior management skills, and more! Successful completion of this course is based on your attendance. Please bring a notebook. Students will need to have a Gmail account so that they can have access to google classroom. A portion of the class will be assignments to complete and submit to familiarize students with how to use google classroom. PLEASE NOTE - All current state requirements to gain your Substitute Teaching Permit are listed online at ptsb.state.wy.us. Requirements are subject to change. If you are not certain of your current eligibility to become a substitute teacher in Wyoming, please check with the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board. If you have ever been a substitute teacher before, and your certification has lapsed, this class is not for RE-certification. Upon completion of this course, and with additional observation time, you can meet the requirements to become a certified substitute teacher in the state of Wyoming. Additionally, you will be required to undergo background checks to work in local school districts.

Tips and tricks for using your phone in photography. Learn composition and lighting that works for your phone's camera.

Age Requirement: 8+

Come learn how to read, cut and sew a simple patter on a sewing  machine. Beginning sewing class required or have at least one year experience on a sewing machine. You must have had made at least 3 items using a machine. 

Age Requirement: 6+

Equipment and technology needed: Sewing machine, pins, scissors, and white or black thread.   

Dance it up in Style! This is a complete body workout! A fast paced, aerobic workout -- that literally keeps you on your toes. Benefits include strength, conditioning, memory stimulation, balance, burns calories and most of all FUN!! I invite you to join this dance party, clear your schedule, clear your mind and make YOU a priority on a regular basis.

Learn about wise money management techniques during high school, how to save $10k by the end of your Senior year, investments, credit, financing & interest choices, after school financial needs, budgeting, and building a long-term financial plan.