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  • Intro to KinderFlute

    Course Description: KinderFlute is all about FUN! This action-packed class offers an introduction to flute playing through games, activities, and focused group and one-on-one instruction. KinderFlute is a unique curriculum based in the science of “neurogenesis”—or the birth of neurons—which happens best when kids learn in an active and supportive environment. It’s like miracle grow for little brains! In these classes, students will have a chance to try the flute while learning beginning music theory concepts and listening and moving to great flute music! If you have considered music lessons (perhaps piano, violin, guitar, etc.) for your child, KinderFlute may be just what you are looking for! Intro classes are for students and a parent/guardian or other responsible adult (16yrs+). It is essential that a grown-up accompany students in these classes to observe and support at-home music making, and maybe even participate in the games and activities right along with us. Students will receive their very own Nuvo Toot to keep – this is a plastic beginner flute that students will use in class and take home to encourage beautiful flute-playing and music exploration beyond the class. A few additional items--including a PneumoPro Wind Director and real flute headjoint--will be loaned to each student at the first class, and returned at the last class (additional fee may apply for lost or damaged loaner items). Logistics: Registration fee includes Nuvo Toot ($33 value) Instructor: Intro to KinderFlute is taught by Certified KinderFlute Teacher Sarah Richards, who has over 20 years experience teaching flute and working with kids of all ages. Ms. Sarah is a Johnston mom with four children in JCSD, and can’t wait to share the KinderFlute experience in our community!
  • JCE Boys Rec Basketball Camp

    Course Description Participants learn the fundamentals of basketball with individual attention given to each young player in a station format. The campers are taught the basic techniques of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense. The camp will not only provide a fundamental base for each young player, but will also be a fun and enjoyable experience for every camper. Logistics Enter through Door #11 Bring a basketball if you have one Volunteers are welcome to assist with practices at each station Instructor Johnston Community Education
  • JCE Girls Flag Football Camp

    Course Description Girls Flag Football is a sport that offers numerous benefits to young girls. It promotes physical fitness, builds self-confidence, fosters teamwork, develops leadership skills, offers college opportunities, and challenges gender stereotypes. This clinic demonstrates hand-offs, passing, receiving, blocking, and how to pull a flag properly. Fun games end each day. T shirts, shorts, and shoes are needed. Mouth guards/football cleats are optional. Logistics Enter through gates on SW side of stadium Instructor Johnston Community Education
  • JCE Girls Rec Basketball Camp

    Course Description Participants learn the fundamentals of basketball with individual attention given to each young player in a station format. The campers are taught the basic techniques of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense. The camp will not only provide a fundamental base for each young player, but will also be a fun and enjoyable experience for every camper. Logistics Enter through Door #11 Bring a basketball if you have one Volunteers are welcome to assist with practices at each station Instructor Johnston Community Education
  • Kids Create Art Camp: Dolls and Donuts

    Course Description Join Kids Create for this special doll- themed art camp! Students will use model magic to create doll sized donuts and enjoy a real donut breakfast themselves. Activities will include painting tiny, doll sized canvases, listening to music, making jewelry for our dolls, and enjoying new friends. Expect student to create, learn, and play during this fun camp! Logistics Enter through Door #12 to the Art Room Please pack a peanut free lunch, a water bottle, and a doll. Instructor Kids Create Owner- Elizabeth Lyons- Kids Create is a children's art studio that encourages a love of learning, creativity, and kindness.
  • Kids Create Art Camp: Squishmallow Duckling Camp

    Course Description Join Kids Create for a fun-filled Squishmallow themed art camp. Students will make a duck Squishmallow panel painting, learn about and interact with ducklings, play games, and make special memories. Squishmallows are welcome! Logistics Pack a peanut-free sack lunch Bring a no-spill water bottle Enter through Door #11 to the Cafeteria Instructor Kids Create Owner- Elizabeth Lyons- Kids Create is a children's art studio that encourages a love of learning, creativity, and kindness.
  • Little Ninjas

    Course Description This early childhood program teachers the basic fundamentals of Tae Kwon Do and Karate. We'll focus on building self-respect, self-confidence, coordination of mind and body, and self-discipline. Logistics Enter through Door #7 Instructor Mr. Phil Dickey, has more than 30 years of martial arts teaching experience. Elementary teacher, a fourth Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, Fifth Degree Black Belt Karate, and a 3-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee.
  • Little Ninjas

    Course Description This early childhood program teachers the basic fundamentals of Tae Kwon Do and Karate. We'll focus on building self-respect, self-confidence, coordination of mind and body, and self-discipline. Logistics Enter through Door #7 Instructor Mr. Phil Dickey, has more than 30 years of martial arts teaching experience. Elementary teacher, a fourth Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, Fifth Degree Black Belt Karate, and a 3-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee.
  • Magicamp

    Course Description Magicamp is for anyone who likes to have fun! New and returning magicians will enjoy learning and refining their skills. Participants learn how to entertain and amaze friends, family, and classmates with magic that can be done anywhere, at any time. Join professional magician Lee Cole for two days of magic! Logistics All magic materials provided. Each student will recieve a deck of cards included in the registration fee. Lee will provide a treat on the first day. Participants should bring a water bottle and a snack if needed. Juggling balls will be available for purchase, $10 cash (optional). Instructor Professional magician: Lee Cole. When Lee isn’t running Magicamps, he’s performing on cruise ships, at casinos, for Fortune 500 companies, and in comedy clubs as far away as Australia. Lee’s playfulness & spontaneity give his magic show the feel of a stand-up comic’s. When asked about Lee Cole’s Magicomedy, Beyoncé & Jay-Z said, "Who?" https://www.leecole.com/
  • Ninja Warrior Camp

    Course Description This is a great introduction into the competitive world of obstacle course racing! Participants spend time warming up in gymnastics gym with games and races (including time on trampolines and in foam pits). Participants move to the ninja gym and then work through an obstacle course! Logistics Complete this waiver before your Ninja can participate - Emerge Academy Participant Waiver Students should socks and shoes. Staff will inform on when to take off Instructor Emerge Academy, 2100 SE Gateway Dr. in Grimes
  • Party with a Princess

    REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TUESDAY, JULY 16. Course Description Join others for some fairytale fun as REAL PRINCESSES are welcomed to the kingdom for a day. In each session the little royal will enjoy singing, dancing, stories and games led by some of the most beloved princesses of all time. Tell your Fairy Godmother to whip up the most beautiful, sparkled gown she can dream up and come dressed to impress. Each session has a MAXIMUM of 12 guests so that each one receives the royal treatment. Logistics Enter through Door #7 on the east side the District Office Building Instructor Party with a Princess Staff
  • Private Piano or Vocal Lessons with Rylie Shettler

    Course Description: Students can choose PIANO or VOICE lessons! Voice Lessons (students entering 8th-12th grade only): Participants will receive personalized instruction that helps them strengthen technique, musicality, and build repertoire. Students will work one-on-one with the instructor to choose songs, as well create goals specific to their needs. Piano Lessons (students entering 1st-12th grade): Students will develop musical confidence through the theory and ear training provided by piano instruction. Reading music and developing performance proficiency will be the primary focus of lessons, while more advanced students will dig into the finer details of theory and performing. Students will work out of a lesson book to build up fundamental playing. Each lesson is 30 minutes in length. 1 student per timeslot. No make up lessons. Exception: If the instructor cancels a lesson for some reason - that lesson will be rescheduled. Lessons that participants fail to show up for will not be rescheduled. Logistics: Participants will indicate Piano or Voice lessons when registering. Instructor: Rylie Shettler Rylie Shettler is an accompanist for 6th and 7th grade choirs at Summit Middle School as well JHS’s Bella Voce. She has her Bachelor’s degree in music performance with an emphasis on voice. Rylie has years of previous experience teaching lessons and loves helping students find their voice and build upon their own unique strengths!
  • Run Away with the Circus

    Course Description “Run Away With The Circus!” Taught by professional circus performers, students will learn juggling, hula-hooping, acrobatics, aerial arts, and other circus props - including one they will make for themselves and take home! Students will also have the opportunity to share the skills they've learned with family and friends at the end of the week. Logistics All supplies provided Instructor Iowa Circus Arts Iowa Circus Arts is a collection of professional coaches and entertainers who train, teach, and perform all over the world. With so many artists right here in central Iowa, running away with the circus doesn't have to mean traveling any further than our summer circus camp! https://www.iowacircusarts.com/
  • Safety Town

    Course Description This is a two-day long summer program for children entering Kindergarten and First Grade. Incoming students learn about home, playground, personal safety and kindness. Participants also learn traffic safety and fire safety in a fun, engaging environment. Kids will practice what they learned by taking a bus to the fire station on the second day. T-shirts are given out the first day and certificates are handed out at the completion of the program. Logistics DEADLINE IS JUNE 15 AT 12PM TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT Please bring a helmet for your child to the session if they have one. Park on west side of building and enter through Door #9. Staff will be on hand to direct you to the gym. Instructor Rachel Osbahr- Certified Elementary Teacher
  • Space Explorers

    Course Description Experience a week of astronaut missions, spacecraft design, lunar robot coding & more! Participants have a BLAST while exploring STEM concepts including engineering design, coding, geology, physics and astronomy. Famous astronauts, aerospace engineers & mathematicians will be featured! Participants will develop critical thinking and leadership skills while putting creativity to work! Registration Deadline for June 10-14 camp: June 2 Registration Deadline for July 8-12 camp: June 30 Logistics None Instructor TigerLily STEM. TigerLily STEM has led fun and interactive camps and classes for thousands of students in the Des Moines area since 2017. They emphasize instruction through activities and have a ton of fun while learning about science, math, and technology. All TigerLily STEM instructors are professional teachers or college students pursuing careers in STEM related fields https://tigerlilystem.com/
  • Speed & Agility Camp

    *NOTE THIS UPDATE FROM CONNECTION- AUGUST CAMP IS ONLY 3 DAYS COMPARED TO 5 DAYS DUE TO CONFLICT IN THE GYM ON THURS/FRI. Course Description Whether a quicker first step is needed, a faster change of direction, or improved footwork - working on speed and agility with Patrick Jackson will help each child get there! This clinic will focus on explosion, bursts, turn over and top end speed. Logistics Enter through Door #9 Bring water bottle/jug with name on it Instructor Patrick Jackson was a football and track star at Coe College. As a defensive back for the Kohawk football team, Patrick was a two-time, First Team All-Iowa Conference honoree. He was named to the All-West Region first team by Don Hansen’s Football Gazette in 2002. With 213 career tackles, he is tied for ninth in school history with seven interceptions in 2001. He tied a school record with three career blocked kicks. In track, Patrick was a two-time All-American as a member of the 4x100-meter relay team, which finished fifth at the NCAA Championships in 2002 and 2003. After graduating, Patrick played semi-pro football for 12 years with the Sioux City Bandits, Cedar Valley Vikings, Iowa Lightning, and North Iowa Bucks, which inducted him into its hall of fame in 2016.
  • Summer Science Camp

    Course Description Experience a fun week full of exciting summer inspired STEM learning! Participants will be exploring the light spectrum and solar energy, completing building challenges, making summer inspired crafts, playing games and more! Registration Deadline: July 21 Logistics None Instructor Instructor: TigerLily STEM. TigerLily STEM has led fun and interactive camps and classes for thousands of students in the Des Moines area since 2017. They emphasize instruction through activities and have a ton of fun while learning about science, math, and technology. All TigerLily STEM instructors are professional teachers or college students pursuing careers in STEM related fields https://tigerlilystem.com/
  • Tae Kwon Do

    Course Description Learn this Korean art of self-defense (includes Tae Kwon Do and Karate concepts) to improve health, balance, agility and poise. Develop mental alertness and moral ethics to enhance your life. Students must sign up on or before the first class day of each session. Logistics Enter through Door #7 on the east side of the District Office Building Instructor Mr. Phil Dickey, has more than 30 years of martial arts teaching experience. He is an elementary teacher, a fourth Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, Fifth Degree Black Belt Karate, and a 3-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee.
  • Tae Kwon Do

    Course Description Learn this Korean art of self-defense (includes Tae Kwon Do and Karate concepts) to improve health, balance, agility and poise. Develop mental alertness and moral ethics to enhance your life. Students must sign up on or before the first class day of each session. Logistics Enter through Door #7 on the east side of the District Office Building Instructor Mr. Phil Dickey, has more than 30 years of martial arts teaching experience. He is an elementary teacher, a fourth Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, Fifth Degree Black Belt Karate, and a 3-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee.
  • Tennis Summer Camp: 6/10-6/13

    Course Description Grades K-2: These lessons are an introduction into the game of tennis. The child learns forehands, backhands, volleys, and how to start the rally. The class will be played on a 36-foot court, with a small net, red balls, and 21-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Grades 3-5: BEGINNER- In a 4-day session there will be a different theme each day: forehand, backhand, serve return, and volley. The final practice will be spent learning how to play a real match including scoring. The main focus is on having fun, sportsmanship, learning tennis, and improving skills. Orange balls will be used with 23-25-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. INTERMEDIATE- This is for players that have or are interested in playing matches. The player should be able to serve and rally 3 balls in a row. The focus is going to be on offense and defense with an understanding of shot selection. There will be an emphasis on grip changes, spins, placement and consistency. Orange balls are used with 25 inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Grades 6-12: BEGINNER- The focus will be on learning the basics of tennis while having fun! In a 4 day session there will be a different theme each day: forehand, backhand, serve return, and volley. The final practice will be spent learning how to play a real match including scoring. The main focus is on having fun, sportsmanship, learning tennis, fitness and improving skills. INTERMEDIATE- ADVANCE- This is for players that have played matches and are looking to play matches/tournaments this summer. The player should be able to serve and rally 3 balls in a row. The focus is going to be on offense and defense with an understanding of shot selection. There will be an emphasis on grip changes, placement, consistency, and spins. Logistics Friday will be the make-up day, if needed. Bring racket (if you have one) Balls will be provided Bring a water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U
  • Tennis Summer Camp: 6/17-6/20

    Course Description Grades K-2: These lessons are an introduction into the game of tennis. The child learns forehands, backhands, volleys, and how to start the rally. The class will be played on a 36-foot court, with a small net, red balls, and 21-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Logistics Friday will be the make-up day, if needed. Bring racket (if you have one) Balls will be provided Bring a water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U
  • Tennis Summer Camp: 6/24-6/27

    Course Description Grades K-2: These lessons are an introduction into the game of tennis. The child learns forehands, backhands, volleys, and how to start the rally. The class will be played on a 36-foot court, with a small net, red balls, and 21-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Logistics Friday will be the make-up day, if needed. Bring racket (if you have one) Balls will be provided Bring a water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U
  • Tennis Summer Camp: 6/3-6/6

    *NOTE- June 3-6 daytime sessions are subject to change based on JCSD snow make-up days. Course Description Grades K-2: These lessons are an introduction into the game of tennis. The child learns forehands, backhands, volleys, and how to start the rally. The class will be played on a 36-foot court, with a small net, red balls, and 21-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Grades 3-5: BEGINNER- In a 4-day session there will be a different theme each day: forehand, backhand, serve return, and volley. The final practice will be spent learning how to play a real match including scoring. The main focus is on having fun, sportsmanship, learning tennis, and improving skills. Orange balls will be used with 23-25-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. INTERMEDIATE- This is for players that have or are interested in playing matches. The player should be able to serve and rally 3 balls in a row. The focus is going to be on offense and defense with an understanding of shot selection. There will be an emphasis on grip changes, spins, placement and consistency. Orange balls are used with 25 inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Grades 6-12: BEGINNER- The focus will be on learning the basics of tennis while having fun! In a 4 day session there will be a different theme each day: forehand, backhand, serve return, and volley. The final practice will be spent learning how to play a real match including scoring. The main focus is on having fun, sportsmanship, learning tennis, fitness and improving skills. INTERMEDIATE- ADVANCE- This is for players that have played matches and are looking to play matches/tournaments this summer. The player should be able to serve and rally 3 balls in a row. The focus is going to be on offense and defense with an understanding of shot selection. There will be an emphasis on grip changes, placement, consistency, and spins. Logistics Friday will be the make-up day, if needed. Bring racket (if you have one) Balls will be provided Bring a water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U
  • Tennis Summer Camp: 7/15-7/18

    Course Description Grades K-2: These lessons are an introduction into the game of tennis. The child learns forehands, backhands, volleys, and how to start the rally. The class will be played on a 36-foot court, with a small net, red balls, and 21-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Grades 3-6: BEGINNER- In a 4-day session there will be a different theme each day: forehand, backhand, serve return, and volley. The final practice will be spent learning how to play a real match including scoring. The main focus is on having fun, sportsmanship, learning tennis, and improving skills. Orange balls will be used with 23-25-inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. INTERMEDIATE- This is for players that have or are interested in playing matches. The player should be able to serve and rally 3 balls in a row. The focus is going to be on offense and defense with an understanding of shot selection. There will be an emphasis on grip changes, spins, placement and consistency. Orange balls are used with 25 inch racquets. Racquets are provided if needed. Logistics Friday will be the make-up day, if needed. Bring racket (if you have one) Balls will be provided Bring a water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U