Proctor and Hermantown Community Education, Proctor Public Schools, and Hermantown Community Schools collectively serve more than 24,000 residents. Proctor and Hermantown Community Education proudly serve all ages, from the youngest of learners to adults and senior citizens.

Grounded in the core values of lifelong learning and citizen involvement, the Community Education Department is an integral component of Proctor Public Schools and Hermantown Community Schools. Proctor and Hermantown Community Education provide opportunities for local citizens, schools, agencies, businesses, and institutions to become active participants in the educational system. Learning extends beyond the B-12 setting; therefore, through the development of strong partnerships and Community Education, each district is able to extend formal and informal learning opportunities to the broader community.

Proctor and Hermantown Community Education provide lifelong learning opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. We provide community-driven learning and enrichment opportunities. Each component of Community Education strives to offer a diverse range of learner-centered programs and services that promote learning, recreation, and community involvement. Community Education focuses on building skills, promoting health and well-being, supporting student achievement, and creating community.

Community Education also schedules and operates district facilities outside of school hours, on weekends, holidays, and during the summer. Proctor Public Schools and Hermantown Community Schools are proud to engage with communities that value collaboration and partnership, ensuring that school facility use and community resources are maximized through practical facility usage and cooperative programming.

Proctor Public School and Hermantown Community Schools invite you to join the community of lifelong learning. We are honored to have many community partners and instructors who make high-quality learning experiences possible. Community Education is your source for new and exciting learning opportunities, now and into the future.

If we can assist you in your learning exploration, please let us know.

Proctor Hermantown Community Education is a trusted and essential partner within our schools and communities, creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments where every participant and family feels respected, valued, and connected.

We offer affordable and accessible programs that reflect the richness of all races, cultures, and languages. Through positive interactions and meaningful outreach, we build bridges of belonging and community. Families and participants are empowered as lifelong learners, growing in confidence, curiosity, and potential through opportunities that foster continuous learning and personal well-being.

Our success is measured both qualitatively and quantitatively through participant satisfaction, engagement, and impact data. By connecting families to resources, strengthening collaboration with schools, and delivering efficient, people-centered services, we ensure every interaction contributes to the thriving of individuals and the collective success of our community.

Lifelong Learning for All
Community Education connects people of all ages to opportunities that inspire growth, curiosity, and connection. From early childhood to retirement, our programs create spaces where everyone can learn something new, meet others, and feel part of something bigger.

Building Stronger Schools and Communities
When families, neighbors, and schools learn together, everyone benefits. Participation in Community Education strengthens local relationships, supports student success, and enriches community life, turning our schools into true hubs of learning and belonging.

Accessible. Inclusive. Local.
Every program, whether it’s a youth sport, adult class, art workshop, or early learning experience, is designed to be affordable, inclusive, and conveniently located near home. We believe every person deserves access to opportunities that help them thrive.

Your Involvement Matters
When you register for a class, volunteer, become an instructor, or attend an event, you’re investing directly in your community and making lifelong learning possible for all.

To create connected communities where everyone feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential by bridging schools, families, and neighborhoods through lifelong learning, collaboration, and opportunity.

Strengthen our schools and communities through safe, inclusive, and affordable opportunities that help individuals grow, connect, and thrive.

Proctor Area Community Center

100 Pionk Drive

Proctor, MN 55810

(218) 628-6293

Email Us

Monday - Thursday | 8:00 - 3:30 pm

Friday | 8:00 - 12:00 pm

Hermantown Community Learning Center

4333 Hawk Circle Drive

Hermantown, MN 55811

(218) 729-9563

Email Us

Monday - Thursday | 8:00 - 3:30 pm

Friday | 8:00 - 12:00 pm

Kristal Berg

Director of Community Education

(218) 626-6024 | kberg@proctor.k12.mn.us

Roxy Olsen-Hurst

Assistant Director of Community Education: Early Learning

(218) 729-9563 ext6404 | rolsenhurst@proctor.k12.mn.us