Johnston Community Education

Please take the time to register online for this program. Register only once and attend as much as you like. Once you are registered, you are on our check-in list. The purpose of this registration: - JCE can communicate any changes to open gym dates/times - Your emergency contact information is stored within our system - Tracks the interest and attendance easier -Day Pass- $5 paid per child at the gym door, still need to sign in GENERAL RULES- -Ages 6 and under are not allowed due to safety issues. Youth ages 15 and under must be directly supervised by a responsible adult (21 years and older). -Please bring your own basketball with your name on it. No other balls will be allowed to play with during open gym (no football, volleyball, baseball, softball, soccer, etc). -Full Court games are NOT allowed unless approved by supervisor due to lower numbers. No organized practices allowed. Baskets can be lowered if needed. -No kicking or throwing basketballs during open gym. No half court shots. -Kids must be directly supervised so nobody will be allowed in the hallway unless getting a drink or using the restroom.

Course Description Coach Kenton Tennal has been running or assisting basketball camps for nearly 2 decades. The goal of his camps is to provide each camper with a positive, fun-filled learning experience. The camp is designed to provide personal attention to help young athletes improve their basketball fundamentals. Different drills/activities per camp. Logistics Enter through Door #12 Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director Kenton Tennal- Coach T has been running or assisting basketball camps for nearly 2 decades.

Participants are placed on teams according to the registration questions and randomly. All games take place on Saturday mornings and/or early afternoons depending on the # of teams. Early Registration Deadline ends 10/15/2024 at 12pm. Price increases to $110 with final deadline on 11/1/2024 at 12pm. Teams practice one night each week at a Johnston Elementary School. Practices are determined at the Coaches' Meeting. Schedules are sent out after. Practices are limited to one hour and start on Saturday, November 9, then during the week. Games begin on Saturday, December 7. 8-Game Season ends Saturday, February 1. No practices or games are held on November 30 or December 28. Coaches meeting is- Date/Time To Be Determined. Parent volunteer coaches are needed for each team. Lesson plans and rules are given to the coaches. All players must have a reversible JYB jersey. These jerseys can be worn for as many years as your child participates in JYB and/or doesn't outgrow/misplace the jersey. Click here to be re-directed to purchase a JYB jersey. Instructor: JCE with Parent Volunteers NOW HIRING- We are NEEDING Program Supervisors ($15/hr) that could supervise on Saturdays during JYB from approximately 8:15-3:15pm (could be split up into 3-4 hour shifts if enough help). Supervisors open/lock the school gym, help direct teams/fans, supervise halls, set up the gym for basketball, and more as needed. For more information, please contact Brett Barber, Program Coordinator, at brett.barber@johnston.k12.ia.us.

Participants are placed on teams according to the registration questions and randomly. All games take place on Saturday mornings and/or early afternoons depending on the # of teams. Early Registration Deadline ends 10/15/2024 at 12pm. Price increases to $110 with final deadline on 11/1/2024 at 12pm. Teams practice one night each week at a Johnston Elementary School. Practices are determined at the Coaches' Meeting. Schedules are sent out after. Practices are limited to one hour and start on Saturday, November 9, then during the week. Games begin on Saturday, December 7. 8-Game Season ends Saturday, February 1. No practices or games are held on November 30 or December 28. Coaches meeting is- Date/Time To Be Determined. Parent volunteer coaches are needed for each team. Lesson plans and rules are given to the coaches. All players must have a reversible JYB jersey. These jerseys can be worn for as many years as your child participates in JYB and/or doesn't outgrow/misplace the jersey. Click here to be re-directed to purchase a JYB jersey. Instructor: JCE with Parent Volunteers NOW HIRING- We are NEEDING Program Supervisors ($15/hr) that could supervise on Saturdays during JYB from approximately 8:15-3:15pm (could be split up into 3-4 hour shifts if enough help). Supervisors open/lock the school gym, help direct teams/fans, supervise halls, set up the gym for basketball, and more as needed. For more information, please contact Brett Barber, Program Coordinator, at brett.barber@johnston.k12.ia.us.

Course Description This is for JYB Rec League Participants (must be already registered) in Grades 4-7 only. This combine runs kids through different drills and activities to get them ready for their upcoming season. Stations could include shooting free throws, spot shooting, lay-up drill, speed/agility, 1v1, and the rest of the time will allow for half court or full court games. Parent volunteers are encourage to indicate they can help with these stations during registration. Logistics Enter through JHS Door #3 Check in table is located inside the door and walk down the steps to the gym Bring water bottle with your name on it Bring basketball if you have one with your name on it (optional) Wear JYB jersey if you have one (optional) Camp Staff JCE Staff and Parent Volunteers

Course Description This is for JYB Rec League Participants (must be already registered) in Grades 4-7 only. This combine runs kids through different drills and activities to get them ready for their upcoming season. Stations could include shooting free throws, spot shooting, lay-up drill, speed/agility, 1v1, and the rest of the time will allow for half court or full court games. Parent volunteers are encourage to indicate they can help with these stations during registration. Logistics Enter through JHS Door #3 Check in table is located inside the door and walk down the steps to the gym Bring water bottle with your name on it Bring basketball if you have one with your name on it (optional) Wear JYB jersey if you have one (optional) Camp Staff JCE Staff and Parent Volunteers

Course Description: Join this dynamic course to learn a dynamite instrument! All {YEL!} guitar classes follow our basic components: Teach it!.. Players will learn the basics of music including reading music, rhythm, melody and meter. Practice It!.. Students will be provided musical exercises to reinforce basic concepts. Play It!.. Players will learn basic songs in various styles and there will be a mini-recital at the end of the session. Parent invited to attend. Let the music play! Logistics: Students must provide a six-string guitar. Call (800) 959-9261 for recommendations for purchasing a guitar. Remind students to bring guitar to each class. Students who bring electric guitars should also bring their own amplifier. Students can bring a water bottle with their name on it and a snack if desired https://youthenrichmentleague.com Instructor: 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: New and returning students invited. Learn, Practice and Play chess each class. The {YEL!} Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® method keeps students on track with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Logistics: Students will go directly to Chess when school is dismissed at 3:35pm The instructor will walk students out to parents at the end of class Students should bring a water bottle with their name on it and a snack if desired Instructor: 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: For intermediate and advanced chess players who are interested in more challenging lesson plans and longer playing time. Chess Club is for chess players looking for a more challenging chess experience than the after school program can provide or for chess players intersted in pursuing local or regional competition. Logistics: Students should bring a water bottle with their name on it and a snack if desired Instructor: 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. The {YEL!} Chess Club is led by {YEL!}’s best coaches. For instance, National Master Nathan Hoover and National Master Tim McEntee. These coaches are dedicated to each students individual development as a chess player and as a good sport. Sign up today!"

Course Description: This is a fantastic opportunity for students to match up their chess skills against players of similar age and skill level. Each participant will play SIX GAMES OF TOURNAMENT CHESS! Participants should have participated in at least one YEL Chess program beofre participating in a YEL Chess Tournament. Logistics: Participants should have participated in at least one YEL Chess program beofre participating. For more answers to your questions, visit our Chess Tournament FAQ page at: https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/chess-tournament-faq/ Team Trophy: Schools must have at least 4 players from their school in order to compete. The best 4 scores from each school are combined to get the total team score. The school with the highest combined score will receive the TEAM CHAMPION TROPHY. Trophies will be awarded for Champions and Runner-Up. Individual Tournament: Students will play 6 games against students of similar grade level. YEL reserves the option to combine or separate grade levels based on the number of participants. Swiss Play: Participants are matched against others of similar skill level and grade. If a player wins more games, they will play other players who have won more often as well. By the 6th round, a clear champion will emerge. Medals & Trophies: Trophies are given out to 1st - 5th place in each grade level category. Medals are given out based on performance. Every student will get either a trophy or a medal by the end of the day. This is a CXR rated tournament and official USCF rules will apply. Many games use clocks. USCF tiebreaker rules will be used. Instructor: 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 clinic is an intro into strength and 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: New and returning students are invited to join this fast-paced, inclusive Olympic Sport. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches fencers new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly fencing games, and then encourages students to use those skills in fencing bouts (matches). How to get started in fencing: https://youthenrichmentleague.com/how_to_get_start... Logistics: All fencing equipment isprovided. Instructor: 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: {YEL!} Fencing Club is for fencers who have received introductory classes and training and LOVED IT! Now these athletes are looking for more and are interested in joining competitions. If that’s you, this is the next step in your fencing journey. The {YEL!} Fencing Club is designed for fencers who: Have participated in past classes or camps with the {YEL!} program Want to rapidly increase their skill in fencing. Want to compete in local, regional, and national fencing tournaments. Want the camaraderie that a club has with the opportunity to get to know other competitive fencers on a personal level and to encourage each other at tournaments. Want more personalized instruction. Want to study with a top coach without traveling too far. Logistics: Fencing gear is provided, but we recommend that fencers consider purchasing their own gear soon. Instructor: 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: Learn about the science that happens in the kitchen everyday! From chemical reactions in baking, to how leavening agents work, and the role of acids and bases and more! Learning topics include: architecture, engineering, chemistry, art Registration Deadline: November 8 Logistics: Participants can bring a labelled water bottle and a snack if desired Instructor: TigerLily STEM 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/

Course Description: "Speed puzzling" is an exciting way for students to work problem-solving skills and teamwork while competing to complete puzzles! Students will work on puzzling in teams, pairs and individually. As students' skills increase, so will the puzzle-piece count! There will be opportunities to race other teams on who can complete the same puzzle the fastest! Logistics: Students will be dismissed to class when school ends at 3:35pm The instructor will walk students out of the building for parent pick-up at the end of class Students can bring a water bottle and snack if desired Instructor: Johnston Community Education

Course Description: From fizzing reactions to colorful mixtures and surprising sounds, every session is a chance to experiment. Students will explore matter properties, interactions, and transformations. Learing topics include: organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, materials chemistry, environmental chemistry, art Registration Deadline: 7 days prior to class start date Logistics: Students will go directly to class when school is dismissed at 3:35pm The instructor will walk students out to parents at the end of class Participants can bring a labelled water bottle and a snack if desired Instructor: TigerLily STEM 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/

Course Description Students explore patterns and color theory while painting unique pumpkins. Participants also learn to draw adorable and spooky Halloween characters. Logistics Enter through Door #7 at the District Office on the east side of the building (parking is available as well) Please pack a peanut free lunch and no-spill water bottle. Instructor Kids Create Owner- Elizabeth Lyons- Kids Create is a children's art studio that encourages a love of learning, creativity, and kindness.

Course Description Guests will paint 2-3 wood keepsake ornaments, groove to festive music, and indulge in hot cocoa and sugar cookies. They’ll also enjoy winter bingo for prizes, take breaks in the gym, and explore a variety of fun, free-choice winter art lessons. Logistics Enter through Door #7 at the District Office on the east side of the building (parking is available as well) Please pack a peanut free lunch and no-spill water bottle. Instructor Kids Create Owner- Elizabeth Lyons- Kids Create is a children's art studio that encourages a love of learning, creativity, and kindness.