Johnston Community Education

Course Description {YEL!} BEGINNING GUITAR Join this dynamic course to learn a dynamite instrument! Players will learn the basics of music including reading music, rhythm, melody and meter. Classes are fun and make the instrument easily accessible for all students. Sign up today to let the music play! Participants must provide their own guitar. PARENTS: Visit https://youthenrichmentleague.com/what-kind-of-guitar-should-i-buy-for-my-child/ to learn what kind of guitar to buy for your child. Early Registration Checkpoint: June 30 (Class will be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met by this date.) Logistics: Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. 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 Race your Island Kart over to this brand new camp in the Challenge Island® Arcade Series. Our innovative STEAM Teams® will join forces with Super STEAMio and Princess Pineapple to engineer an archipelago of action-packed, challenge-filled Islands – from Galaxy Island to Icy Island to Jungle Island to the long lost Underwater Island where a legendary kingdom is said to exist. Can they use their STEAMazing© powers to defeat the evil Turtlezilla family before time runs out? https://www.youtubeeducation.com/watch?v=CUDxQYlHU... Logistics Please send in comfortable clothing suitable for indoor/active learning and outdoor play. Please bring a peanut-free lunch, water bottle, and snack if needed. Instructor: Challenge Island When school’s out, STEM is on! Kids can dive into the world’s #1 STEM program through award-winning camps that blend STEM and ART into an unforgettable STEAM experience. Challenge Island empowers kids to reach their full learning potential through team-based, collaborative, and creative challenges. Along the way, campers practice the engineering design process, build essential 21st-century skills, and leave every session proud of what they’ve accomplished.

Course Description {YEL!} CHESS SUMMER CAMP All levels welcome. The {YEL!} Teach It!…Practice It!...Play It! method keeps chess students progressing with 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles as well as guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Battle summer brain drain...sign up today. Visit YELKids.com for more info. Early Registration Checkpoint: June 8 (Camp will be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met by this date.) https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/c... Logistics: Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. 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 Curtain Call Kids is a company that provides classes, workshops, and theatrical productions. Do your kids love to perform? Are they always starting sing-alongs at dinner? Why not channel that energy into a full length show that the whole family can enjoy! Join CCK for a week-long musical adventure. Campers dive into theatre, music, and choreography while making new friends and having a blast during their summer break. When they’re not rehearsing for the show, they’ll engage in small group character work, play fun theatre games, and participate in sessions designed to boost their confidence, problem-solving skills, and creativity! Each week features a different original show, giving every participant a role with their own lines and a fantastic character to portray. July 6-10th The History of the Seven Dwarfs -Join the head storyteller and their team to discover how the Seven… or is it Eight… dwarfs came to be. Each dwarf has a unique backstory and a reason for embarking on their journey to unite with the others, forming the quirky group we know. This play is a crowd-pleaser set to classic tunes that will have everyone humming along for days! July 13-17th Snow White -In this classic tale with a Curtain Call twist, we explore Snow White's family and her delightful friends—the animals, flowers, and birds. But trouble brews when her wicked stepmother teams up with the evil trees in the forest to figure out who is the fairest of them all. Logistics Enter through the Main Door #1 on the south side of the building at Wallace Elementary Please pack a sack lunch and drink for your child Snacks are provided Instructor Curtain Call Kids Owner Kar Gustafson and Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Basketball camps provide players with a well-rounded basketball experience covering a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. Players will be taught how to properly shoot, pass, dribble, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Camp ends with scrimmages and games the final day where athletes can showcase their skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and a snack. Balls are provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Cheer camps provide athletes with an introduction to cheerleading. Campers will learn several cheers with focus on body control, jumping, and proper hand movements. Emphasis will be placed on sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive attitude! Athletes should wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle and a snack. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Flag Football camps provide players with a well-rounded football experience in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced daily, and players will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with scrimmages/games the final day where players can showcase their skills. Flag belts, and footballs are provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Athletes should wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle and a snack (spikes/cleats, and mouthguards are optional). Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Floor Hockey camps provide players with a well-rounded hockey experience covering a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. Players will be taught how to properly stickhandle, pass, shoot, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Athletes should wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle and a snack. Sticks and pucks are provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description Golf (SNAG) DASH Sports SNAG Golf Summer camps provide participants instruction on golf fundamentals using the Starting New At Golf (SNAG) program. Putting, chipping, pitching, and driving the ball work with this adapted equipment developed with a youngster's height and small hands in mind, creating a fun learning and playing experience. Participants should wear sunscreen and bring water and a snack. All equipment is provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer soccer camps provide players a well-rounded soccer experience covering a broad range of soccer skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense) training and skill-based games. Players will be challenged and grouped at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day where athletes can showcase their skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and a snack (spikes and shin guards are optional). Balls are provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Track & Field Camp; Field camps provide participants with practice in several areas including: sprinting, throwing (javelin and shot put), relay running, long jumping and distance running. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. All players will be timed/tested on the first and last day. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track and field performance. Campers should wear sunscreen, bring a water bottle, snack, and wear athletic clothing/shoes. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Ultimate Game camp provides participants with a fun experience learning and playing your favorite physical education games! Games will include: Capture the Flag, Kickball, Dodgeball, Tag games, Ultimate Frisbee/Football, Soccer, Sharks and Minnows, and more! Participants will learn teamwork, and values such as respect, hustle, and pride, all in a fun environment. Campers should bring a snack, water bottle, and wear sunscreen. All other equipment is provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description DASH Sports Summer Volleyball camps provide players with a well-rounded experience in a fun environment. Key volleyball skills such as passing, serving, and hitting will be taught and practiced throughout the week. Fun, volleyball skill specific games are also incorporated, giving players game type experience, and a better understanding of the game! The final day of camp ends with scrimmages and games for players to showcase their skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and snack (knee pads optional). Balls are provided. Logistics Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes Instructor DASH Sports Staff

Course Description This three-day musical theatre dance workshop has campers learning stylized choreography & steps to dances from hit Broadway Disney shows that will be performed at the camp's conclusion. Final performance of learned dances is Wednesday @ 11:45am. Logistics Enter through the main door on the south side of the building (5860 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131) Snack provided Instructor The Dancer's Theatre Staff

Course Description Launch and watch a rocket speed 300 feet into the air! Then take it home! Students will make and take home multiple rockets of varying difficulty throughout this session. Rockets and airplanes are used to investigate basic aeronautical concepts including: propulsion, thrust, lift, drag and more. Participants will hypothesize about travel in outer space, how to get a United States astronaut to Mars and life on Mars. Please visit YouthEnrichmentLeague.com for more information. NOTE: Parents will be asked to contribute two, 2 liter soda bottles (empty) for 2 different experiments. Fee includes $25 materials fee. Instructor: Youth Enrichment League Early Registration Checkpoint: July 6 (Camp will be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met by this date.) https://youthenrichmentleague.com/ https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/r... Logistics Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. 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 Boys are taught fundamentals of shooting, passing, ball handling, finishing, offensive action and defense. In addition to fundamentals, team concepts for offense and defense will be taught. Goal is to give all kids a great experience by providing an opportunity to compete, listen, learn, and enjoy the great game of basketball. Johnston’s coaching staff along with current and former players will instruct the campers. All boys receive a T-shirt. Logistics Enter through Door #3 on south side of JHS Wear proper basketball clothing including t-shirt and shorts with clean, dry shoes Basketballs will be provided so please don't bring one Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Boys Basketball Head Coach Courtney Henderson- Coach Henderson took over the head job at JHS in 2023. He has won 10 CIML(Metro)/Alliance Conference Championships, 5 District Championships, 5-time District Coach of the Year, Iowa State Coach of the Year 2015-16, 4A State Coach of the Year 2010-11, has had 2 All-State Basketball Players, made 10 Consecutive District/Sub-State Finals, State Runner-up 2011, and has 6 state tournament appearances.

Course Description Calling all future cheerleaders! This is a fun and exciting experience where campers learn basic motions, fun cheers, jumps, and a dance. Older kids are introduced to basic stunts to showcase during their performance. During these practices we will be doing some bonding activities, learning learning a dance, basic motions, jumps, new skills and putting together a performance. Don’t miss this chance to build skills, make new friends, and show off your Dragon spirit! A performance will be hosted at the end of the week-- showcasing what the cheerleaders learned. Kids can wear any purple shirt (if they have one) for this performance. Logistics NOTE FOR JULY CAMP- THIS CAMP DID CHANGE FROM 530-7 TO 600-730PM DUE TO INSTRUCTOR AVAILABILITY. Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director July Camp- JMS Cheer Coaches and Cheerleaders August Camp- JHS Cheer Coaches and Cheerleaders

Course Description Students will work with Mrs. Julie Hendrickson and Ms. Rylie Shettler on vocal techniques, choir basics, and musical concepts as they learn fun choir repertoire! Students will increase their confidence, learn sign language to one of our songs, and make new friends. Performance at 11:30am on Thursday. Register by June 1 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Logistics Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. Additional information will be shared the week of camp regarding the end of camp performance. Instructors: Julie Hendrickson & Rylie Shettler Rylie Shettler is an accompanist for 6th and 7th grade choirs at Summit Middle School. She has her Bachelor’s degree in music performance with an emphasis on voice. Rylie has years of previous experience teaching voice and piano lessons and loves helping students find their voice and build upon their own unique strengths! Julie has taught at Johnston for the past 21 years in both elementary and middle school. She currently teaches 6th and 7th grade choir at Summit Middle School. She loves working with older elementary and middle school students and helping them discover their passion for singing!

Course Description Drama camp will focus on introducing students to the different elements of creating a play, including creating characters, movement, costumes and make-up. All activities will lead to a performance the last day of camp. This week-long camp is designed for all experience levels. On the last day (Friday) - there will be four 20 minute performances, starting at 11am. All are invited to attend. Logistics Please enter through JHS Door #23 (Auditorium Entrance) Drama Camp will check in and meet in the Auditorium daily Bring water bottle and lunch (no microwave or refrigerator available) Each participant will receive a t-shirt Camp Director JHS Drama Teacher- Jeremy Fitzpatrick- For 30 years, Fitzpatrick has served the Iowa HS Speech Association with generosity, passion, foresight and intellect. He has developed the Johnston High School theatre program into exemplary status. Jeremy has also served as Iowa High School Speech District Officer, Debate committee member and NSDA national host committee member. He was selected by the IHSSA as Iowa's nominee for the 2026 National Federation of State HS Associations Theatre Director of the Year! More information can be found at this link.