Johnston Community Education

Course Description Come join the coaches and athletes of the 6 x State Champion JHS Girls Cross Country TEAM in the process of living out our TEAM Mission Statement: We are Dedicated to Developing Strong, Confident Women Who Seek to Build Community While Enjoying Competitive Athletics!! Logistics Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Girls Cross Country Head Coach Patrick Hennes- Coach Hennes has been a Dragon since his first days of student teaching at JHS in the Spring of 2002. He has had a front row seat as the number of graduates has doubled over time and taken great joy in witnessing JCSD grow into a thriving and diverse community serving the needs of a broad, multicultural group of learners. After volunteering with the JHS Track & Field squads as a student teacher in the spring of 2002, Coach Hennes was hired as an assistant coach for both the boys and girls Cross Country and Track & Field squads for the 2002-2003 school year. The following year (2003) he was hired as the Head Girls Cross Country Coach, remaining with the Boys Track & Field program as the distance coach until joining the girls Track & Field TEAM as distance coach in the spring of 2007. In the classroom, Mr. Hennes enjoys teaching mostly JHS seniors in one of their final required courses: American Government or American National Government. In one action-packed semester, students learn about the Foundations of American Government, Citizenship and Civic Participation and the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Coach Hennes has been recognized with the following awards: 2016 Des Moines Register/USA Today Iowa All Sports Coach of the Year following the Dragons undefeated and record-setting State Championship season 13-time recipient of the IATC Cross Country Coach of the Year Award, including most recently the Dragon’s 2023 State Championship season 2016 USTFCCCA Iowa Coach of the Year 2018 IGHSAU Golden Plaque of Distinction Conference Championships (what years) The Dragons have earned a total of eight CIML Conference Championships under Coach Hennes, who took the Dragons from “Worst to First” in the Conference in his first season as Head Coach in 2003. The Dragons celebrated the 21st anniversary of that Championship with another in the 2023 season. They have also won a total of 13 State Qualifying Meet Championships under Coach Hennes and his amazing staff. State Appearances- The Dragons have competed in the IGHSAU State Championship in 20 out of the past 21 seasons and are currently the defending State Champions State Titles- The Dragons have won *six* out of the past 10 IGHSAU Class 4A Cross Country State Championships (2014-2016-2017-2019-2020-2023) and have finished in the Top 4 in 14 out of the last 18 years. In 2016, the Dragons set the State Meet record for the All Time lowest TEAM score (26) and fastest TEAM finish (18:41 for 5K) "As coaches, we take great pride in living and coaching by our TEAM Mission Statement: We are dedicated to developing strong, confident women who are committed to building community while pursuing excellence in competitive athletes. As coaches, we deeply value the trust that parents place in us to help guide the development of their daughters as both athletes and as individuals. As coaches, summer is our opportunity to take the time to really, truly get-to-know our athletes on an even deeper level as individuals. Life is an adventure and we can’t wait to share that adventure with your daughter!!” Why should they attend/benefits? Participants will learn what it takes to live by our TEAM values: Be Healthy Dream Big Dreams Pursue Excellence Take Ownership Be Accountable Have Fun Embrace Your Sister

Course Description The Johnston Dragon Softball Camp is looking for passionate youth softball players who want to enhance their skills. The camp will consist of individual skill work, competitions, games, and the opportunity to learn from the Johnston HS Softball Players and Coaches. Logistics Bring your softball glove and a bat (if you have one) Bring a water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Softball Coach Todd Merical

CORRECTION- The Connection had only 4 sessions at $97 and the camp is actually 5 sessions (Mon-Fri) and is $106. Course Description Interested in playing high school tennis or just interested in honing the game? Some of the camp takeaways include: being a good sport, serving form, improving forehand and backhand, volleying, setting goals, the mental game, and game strategy. Logistics Campers should bring a racket, water bottle and sunscreen each day Arrive early for check-in Camp Director JHS Head Girls Tennis Coach Mitzi Hetherton

Course Description Join coaches and athletes from the Boys' Dragon Track & Field team for an introduction to the fundamentals of this great sport! Emphasis will be placed on having fun and building individual skills & fitness. The final day of camp consists of a non-competitive, mini, fun track meet in which everyone will receive a t-shirt for participation. Please note if inclement weather occurs, attempts will be made to go inside to the gym if available. If not, then there will be no make-up days due to schedules. Logistics Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Girls Track and Field Coach Chris Siewert

Course Description Camp instruction will focus on the fundamentals of the sport: serving, passing, setting, attacking, blocking & digging. In addition, learning to communicate with teammates and leadership will be emphasized. Individual and small group drills will be used to instruct skill work and to develop team play. Logistics Bring a water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Volleyball Coach Rick Brooks has been coaching at Johnston since 1993. His teams have made 11 state appearances, State Title in 2007, 3 runner-up finishes. Coach Brooks was the Coach of the Year in 2007 and has several "District Coach of the Year" honors. He currently teaches Math at JHS. In 2015, he was honored with the Presidential Award in Mathematics & Science Teaching. Coach really enjoys coaching the next generation of Dragons!

Course Description This camp will be a high intensity camp focusing on preparation for competition. Drills will be fast-paced and challenging. Learning to compete and teamwork will be the goal of the camp. Logistics Bring a water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Volleyball Coach Rick Brooks has been coaching at Johnston since 1993. His teams have made 11 state appearances, State Title in 2007, 3 runner-up finishes. Coach Brooks was the Coach of the Year in 2007 and has several "District Coach of the Year" honors. He currently teaches Math at JHS. In 2015, he was honored with the Presidential Award in Mathematics & Science Teaching. Coach really enjoys coaching the next generation of Dragons!

Course Description This camp will prepare athletes for the upcoming fall season by focusing on fundamentals and conditioning. Focus will be on building the foundation necessary to maximize performance in the sport. Individual skill drills and team competition will be used daily to develop each athlete. Logistics Bring a water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Volleyball Coach Rick Brooks has been coaching at Johnston since 1993. His teams have made 11 state appearances, State Title in 2007, 3 runner-up finishes. Coach Brooks was the Coach of the Year in 2007 and has several "District Coach of the Year" honors. He currently teaches Math at JHS. In 2015, he was honored with the Presidential Award in Mathematics & Science Teaching. Coach really enjoys coaching the next generation of Dragons!

Course Description This camp is for those students who have been and/or are interested in being in their school jazz bands in the fall. We will spend this week rehearsing 4-6 fun jazz band tunes for the Friday performance. Snacks and silly raffle prizes will be offered daily. Each student will receive a camp t-shirt!! A great way to continue playing in the summer!! Logistics T-SHIRT REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 5/31/2024. Bring your instrument Camp Director JHS Band Director Steve Kellar Click here for more information on the JHS Band Program

Course Description This camp is for those students who have been and/or are interested in being in their school jazz bands in the fall. We will spend this week rehearsing 4-6 fun jazz band tunes for the Friday performance. Snacks and silly raffle prizes will be offered daily. Each student will receive a camp t-shirt!! A great way to continue playing in the summer!! Logistics T-SHIRT REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 6/21/2024. Bring your instrument Camp Director JHS Band Director Steve Kellar Click here for more information on the JHS Band Program

Course Description This camp is for those students who are interested in learning how to improvise on their instrument. Open to beginners, intermediate, and advanced students. We will learn a few jazz standards then spend most of our time developing solos as well as listening to a lot of jazz. The week will culminate with a Friday Jam Session! Snacks and silly raffle prizes will be offered daily. Each student will receive a camp t-shirt!! A great way to continue playing in the summer!! Logistics T-SHIRT REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 6/14/2024. Bring your instrument Camp Director JHS Band Director Steve Kellar Click here for more information on the JHS Band Program

Course Description Junior Dragon Power is a conditioning program that emphasizes proper body weight exercises, weight lifting technique, core strength, flexibility, agility, speed, power and endurance. This program is designed to improve overall athletic ability that will enhance performance for all sports. Younger athletes will use little or no weight. PVC sticks will be used to perfect lifting technique. Logistics Enter through Door #15 on north side of JMS Building, program will be in the weight room Wear athletic shoes/shorts/shirt Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Coach Eric Shafer

Course Description Camp provides boys and girls with technical and tactical coaching with age appropriate activities. Camp focus is ensuring campers have a fun, memorable experience while engaging in a competitive environment. Logistics Bring a soccer ball if you have on Bring a water bottle with your name on it Please wear appropriate clothing per the weather Drop off and pick up outside the JHS Stadium by the main entrance on the south side Cleats for the turf (if you have some), however if it is raining we could go inside so having tennis shoes would be a good idea. Shin guards would be preferable, but kids can play without them if they don't have them on hand. Camp Director JHS Head Girls Soccer Coach Eric Shafer

Course Description Camp provides boys and girls with technical and tactical coaching with age appropriate activities. Camp focus is ensuring campers have a fun, memorable experience while engaging in a competitive environment. Logistics Bring a soccer ball if you have on Bring a water bottle with your name on it Please wear appropriate clothing per the weather Drop off and pick up outside the JHS Stadium by the main entrance on the south side Cleats for the turf (if you have some), however if it is raining we could go inside so having tennis shoes would be a good idea. Shin guards would be preferable, but kids can play without them if they don't have them on hand. Camp Director JHS Head Girls Soccer Coach Eric Shafer

Course Description Attend a fun night of volleyball and other games. Boys and girls are introduced to some of the basic skills of volleyball and will also play other active games with HS volleyball players and coaches. Bring the little ones and enjoy a date night. The camp will provide pizza and other food. Logistics Bring a water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Volleyball Coach Rick Brooks has been coaching at Johnston since 1993. His teams have made 11 state appearances, State Title in 2007, 3 runner-up finishes. Coach Brooks was the Coach of the Year in 2007 and has several "District Coach of the Year" honors. He currently teaches Math at JHS. In 2015, he was honored with the Presidential Award in Mathematics & Science Teaching. Coach really enjoys coaching the next generation of Dragons!

Course Description Learn the fundamental wrestling techniques, drilling, and have live wrestling opportunities. Logistics Wear t-shirt/shorts and wear clean dry tennis shoes or wrestling shoes. Singlets/headgear are optional. Also bring water bottle (w/name on it) Camp Directors JHS Boys Head Wrestling Coach Aaron Tecklenburg- Coach Tecklenburg has been coaching at JHS since 2008. As a head coach, he has amassed 200+ dual wins. He has coached over 100 State Qualifiers and over 50 state place winners, including 5 state champions. He teaches 7th Grade Social Studies at Summit MS and is also a member of the JHS Football Coaching Staff. JHS Girls Head Wrestling Coach Tim Franklin- Coach Franklin is the first ever girls wrestling coach at JHS and JMS since girls wrestling started in 2022. In the short amount of time the program has been around the JHS girls have had three wrestlers ranked in the top 2 in the CIML Conference and have had two girls place top 5 at the IGHSAU Regional Tournament. Coach Franklin is also a Special Education Associate at JMS.

Course Description Students will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator! Drone Racing incorporates a digital drone racing simulator with tutorials and challenges on the computer to prepare students to fly and compete with real drones. After learning the basics of drone flying, safety and maintenance, students will assemble a drone and take to the skies to compete in exciting races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot their drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras and are perfect for entry level pilots. Students have the option to purchase a drone to take home at the end of camp for $50 (approximately a $100 value). Registration deadline to purchase drone with camp registration: June 23. Logistics If registering for the CAMP ONLY - select the $105 rate If purchasing a DRONE IN ADDITION to camp registration - select the $155 rate (Deadline: June 23) Instructor: COR Robotics

Course Description FIRST LEGO League Challenge: Solo Mission is for participants with at least one season of FLL Challenge experience who are interested in embarking on a solo mission! Participants will utilize practice sessions to create and develop a FLL robot of their own to test against missions from the most recent FLL Challenge season: 'Masterpiece'. At the end of the session, participants will see how many points their robot can earn by completing missions from the 'Masterpiece' season. Space is extremely limited. Registration opens April 15 at 12:00pm. Participants can register as an individual or as a pair (see details below). Logistics All materials will be supplied by Johnston Community Education (JCE). FLL robotics kits and Legos will remain at the program site. Participants will not take kits or Legos home with them. All practice sessions will be supervised by JCE staff. If registering a pair: Register one participant and indicate who the second participant of the pair is by completing the registration questions. Name, date of birth, phone and email will be information needed about the second participant at the time of registration. Pairs will share 1 FLL kit and collaborate on 1 robot. JCE will send registration instructions to the second student of the pair after registration. This is so JCE can collect emergency contact information for both participants. If you have any questions, contact Scott Kruthoff at scott.kruthoff@johnston.k12.ia.us. Instructor: Johnston Community Education

Course Description New and returning students invited. Favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, the favorite fencing games and arm bands. All equipment provided (safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets). Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete! Logistics All equipment provided. Instructor: Youth Enrichment League Youth Enrichment League – {YEL!} – was founded in 2004 by Chet and Lisa Gunhus. It was founded to bring the highest quality enrichment to schools throughout Minnesota. Through the combined blessings of amazing teachers and happy clients, {YEL!} has grown to 745 schools and 150 teachers in Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Course Description This program introduces the skills and rules needed to play football. Participants move through drills with their parent/adult working on passing/receiving, running, defense, and blocking. Each child must have a “coaching” parent/adult present who is willing to go through each drill throughout the clinic. Practices include QB/Center exchange, hand-offs/running and dodging, pass/catching, how to pull flags (without tackling), some blocking, and some head to head drills. Logistics Wear active attire and tennis shoes or molded cleats are acceptable Bring plenty of water in a bottle with their name on it. Nerf footballs, flags are provided. No pads are allowed. Instructor JCE Program Coordinator with Parent Volunteers