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Basketball: Coach T Fundamentals

Course Description 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. These camps set the framework for successful future athletes. 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.

Mon-Wed, Jul 21 - Jul 23

Mon-Wed, Jul 21 - Jul 23

Mon-Wed, Aug 11 - Aug 13

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Beginning Guitar

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. NOTE TO 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. 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.

Mon-Fri, Aug 4 - Aug 8

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Horizon Elementary

Climb Iowa Adventures

Course Description Time to reach new heights and learn more about the strategies in climbing! Climb Iowa staff members belay the participants on the ropes and help with climbing our bouldering walls. Logistics Signed Visitor Agreement is REQUIRED Wear t-shirt, shorts or pants, and bring a water bottle with your name on it Climbing shoes, rental harnesses, and instruction are provided Instructor Climb Iowa Staff

Dragon Boys HS/MS Cross Country Camp

Course Description Come see why the Johnston Boys Cross Country team has one of the best traditions of excellence and culture in the country! Learn about the sport, train, and participate in team building activities. Logistics Enter through Door #19 (NE side of JMS) by the gym Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director JHS Head Boys Track and Field & Head Boys Cross Country Coach Matt Jaschen- Coach Jaschen started coaching at Johnston in 2010 and teaches HS Science at JHS. He was the 2023 State Track & Field Coach of the Year, 2023 Des Moines Register All-Iowa Coach of the Year, 7x At-Large XC Coach of the Year Awards. His teams have been to state the last 12 years in a row! JHS won state in track in 2023, runners-up in cross country in 2013/2022, and have had multiple individual champions in both sports. Coach says "We help athletes develop self-confidence, promote a healthy lifestyle, and create a culture where young athletes can learn and take ownership of their success."

Mon-Fri, Jun 9 - Aug 8

7:30 - 10:30 AM

Johnston Middle School

Dragon Cheerleading Camp

Course Description Calling all future cheerleaders! This is a fun and exciting experience led by JHS coaches and varsity cheerleaders. Campers will learn basic motions, fun cheers, jumps, and a dance. Grades 3-7 will also be 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 (Friday at 7pm)-- showcasing what the cheerleaders learned. Kids can wear any purple shirt (if they have one) for this performance. Logistics Enter through Door #3 at JHS Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Directors Blake Faulkner- Johnston Varsity Head Cheer Coach Laylani Shepler- Johnston Assistant Varsity Coach

Mon/Wed-Fri, Jul 14 - Jul 18

Johnston High School

Dragon Drama Camp

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 11:30am and hoping to wrap up by 1:00pm. 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

Mon-Fri, Jul 21 - Jul 25

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Johnston High School

Dragon Girls HS/MS Cross Country Camp

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

Mon-Fri, Jun 9 - Aug 8

JMS Stadium (Johnston Stadium) and Johnston High School

Dragon Girls MS Introductory Cross Country Camp

Course Description The camp will be an introduction to cross country. With the intention to teach the basics of warm-up, stretching, and cool down. Additionally, campers will get insight into some of the types of workouts that cross-country runners use. All fitness levels are encouraged to participate, as each participant will be allowed to train at their own pace. Games and fun activities will be included. Logistics Wear clothing that you can run in: running shorts or compression shorts, sports bra, t-shirt or tank top that is comfortable for movement. Hair ties/ hair up. Good pair of tennis shoes/ running shoes with support and socks Optional- Hat and sunglasses Bring water bottle with your name on it Camp Director Jenna Darsee - Summit Middle School Art | Johnston Head Middle School Girls XC & Assistant 8th Grade Track Coach

Mon-Fri, Aug 4 - Aug 8

9:00 - 10:30 AM

JMS Stadium (Johnston Stadium)

Dragon Girls Volleyball Camp: Gr 6-8

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!

Mon-Thu, Jul 14 - Jul 17

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Johnston High School

Dragon Girls Wrestling Camp

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 Director 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.

Thu-Sat, Jul 17 - Jul 19

Johnston High School

FIRST LEGO League Challenge - Fall 2025 Season: Unearthed

COURSE DESCRIPTION: In FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge, friendly competition is at the heart of the program. Teams of students engage in research, problem-solving, coding, and engineering while building and programming a LEGO robot that navigates the missions of a robot game. Teams of 6-8 students, led by PARENT-VOLUNTEER coaches, will meet up to 2 days each week for approximately 1 hour. During these team "practices", teams will work together to design, build, and code their robot. Teams will also practice the FLL core values while developing a unique solution to a real-world issue related to the current season's theme. In the UNEARTHED™ challenge, to be released August 5, 2025, FIRST® LEGO® League teams will uncover the past to discover the future. Learn more. Our Fall 2025 FLL Challenge Season offered through Johnston Community Education will operate similar to Fall 2024: Teams will have the option to attend an FLL Regional Qualifier event outside of Johnston. Qualifier event dates and locations are TBD. Travel could be required to attend an FLL Regional Qualifier. The cost of participating in a Regional Qualifier is included in your registration fee (no additional registration fees). Johnston Community Education will host a local event for Johnston FLL teams only. This event will help prepare teams for regional qualifiers and showcase their work for parents. The date and time of this event will be determined in collaboration with our teams after practices begin. Early Registration Deadline: 8/24 (Fee increases to $140 on 8/25) LOGISTICS: Please indicate if the participant is NEW or RETURNING to FLL Challenge when you register. RETURNING participants will be placed with their 2024 season coach IF their coach is also returning. After all team rosters are created (minimum of 6 / maximum of 8 participants) - we need to identify parent-volunteers from the roster to serve as the Head Coach plus 2 Assistant Coaches. That means we need AT LEAST 3 parents from every roster of 6-8 students to volunteer to coach in some role. If we are unable to find sufficient parent-volunteer support for a team, we will attempt to relocate students to other teams based on available roster space in the order in which they registered. If we cannot find a new roster to move them to, your registration fee will be refunded. All teams will practice at the JCSD District Office, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131 Registration Deadline: Sunday, August 24 (Fee increases to $140 on Aug 25) Coaches' Meeting to be held the week of Sept 2-5 Teams will be contacted by parent-volunteer coaches following the coaches' meeting. Practices can begin as early as the week of Sept 8-12. Teams will practice 2 nights per week: Mon & Wed OR Tue & Thu. No experience or equipment necessary for participants or coaches! PARTICPANT AGES NOTE: The age range for our Johnston Community Education FLL Challenge program is 4th-8th grade. This varies slightly from the recommended age range provided by the FIRST organization. Our age range falls within the FIRST recommended age range so teams do not need to be concerned about eligibility at FIRST competitions. 4th-8th grade is the age range we have found the most success with for our program. INSTRUCTOR: Parent-Volunteer Coaches! This program is dependent on parent-volunteers to operate. Rosters are limited to 6-8 students. That means we need to identify a Head Coach and 2 Assistant Coaches for every 6-8 students. A MINIMUM of 2 adults (Coach + Assistant Coach) are required to be on-site to supervise each practice. No LEGO or robotics experience is necessary. FLL provides materials to guide teams through each practice and all projects should be student-driven. With small rosters - all parents should consider how they can volunteer to support the team. Please contact Scott.Kruthoff@Johnston.k12.ia.us with questions.

Mon-Thu, Sep 8 - Dec 11

District Office

Fencing Summer Camp

Course Description: {YEL!} FENCING SUMMER CAMP New and returning students invited. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and arm bands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Visit YELKids.com for more info. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete!” https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/f... 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.

Mon-Fri, Jul 28 - Aug 1

Summit Middle School

Jewelry Making

Course Description: Ever wanted to make your own jewelry? Come learn different beading and stamping techniques to make earrings, bracelets, pendants, necklaces, and other wearable art! Logistics: Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. Instructor: Katie Black Katie Black is a K-12 certified art educator currently teaching art at Johnston High School. She loves the process of creativity and art-making with students of all ages and has previously taught at JMS, the Des Moines Art Center, and with Johnston Community Education.

Mon-Wed, Aug 4 - Aug 6

Beaver Creek Elementary

Knitting Basics

Course Description: Learn the basics of knitting by beginning to knit a handmade scarf! Participants will learn how to cast on projects, use both the knit stitch and the purl stitch, and cast off techniques. This camp offers a fun and creative introduction to knitting! Logistics: Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. Instructor: Kenzie Lindsey Kenzie is an art teacher at JHS where she teaches Drawing, Digital Photography and Art of Craft. She has experience teaching all age groups and working with a variety of materials. Her favorite art related things are knitting, taking photos, and creating collages.

Mon-Wed, Jul 21 - Jul 23

Johnston High School

Magic & Juggling

Course Description: Magic & Juggling are for anyone who likes to have fun! Participants learn how to entertain and amaze friends, family, and classmates with routines that can be done anywhere, at any time. Join professional magician Lee Cole for two days of Magic & Juggling! Logistics: All magic and juggling materials provided Participants will have the option to purchase juggling balls Instructor: 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? LeeCole.com

Tue/Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 24

Mon/Wed, Aug 11 - Aug 13

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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 Kids wear clean, dry tennis shoes & socks are required for the Ninja Warrior gym! Bare feet for the Gymnastics gym. There are cubbies where everyone can store their shoes & socks. Gym attire (e.g. shorts & t-shirt.) Please leave all valuables at home! No jewelry, Fit Bits, etc. The gym is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. No water bottles, please. We have drinking fountains! Directions: north on Hwy 141 from I35/I80, Left (west) on 19th St Grimes (to the right (east) this is 62nd St Johnston.) ~There is a stoplight at this intersection with a Kum N Go on the right (east) side, First left (south) is SE Gateway Dr, Emerge is approximately 2/3 of the way down the building, Cars can park in the front lot Instructor Emerge Academy, 2100 SE Gateway Dr. in Grimes

Mon/Wed, Jul 14 - Jul 16

Wed, Thu, Aug 13 - Aug 14

Pickleball Clinic

Course Description Learn pickleball quickly! The shots focused on will be dinks, volleys, serves, and returns. By the end of the clinic, players will be able to play a match, understand scoring, and where to stand on the court. Logistics Balls and paddles are provided Wear weather appropriate clothing (t-shirt/long sleeve or shorts/pants) Bring water bottle with your name on it Instructor Iowa Tennis 4U

Mon, Tue, Jul 21 - Jul 22

District Office

Project Runway | Advanced

Course Description: {YEL!} Project Runway | Advanced Prerequisite: Participants must have prior experience in a {YEL!} Project Runway camp. This is a faster paced camp. Our teacher will lead students to design their own take home apparel following current fashion trends. Projects include: A romper, tote bag, draw-string bag, and hair scrunchy. PARENTS: There will be a showcase during the final 15 minutes of class on Friday! Parents are encouraged to attend. Details will be shared during the week of camp. https://youthenrichmentleague.com/portfolio-item/p... 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.

Mon-Fri, Aug 4 - Aug 8

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wallace Elementary

School of Wizardry 2.0

Course Description Welcome to School of Wizardry, where science meets sorcery! Inspired by the world of Harry Potter, campers will embark on a journey through the wonders of STEM. From brewing magical potions to designing wands, kids will unlock their inner wizard and discover the science behind the magic. *All new activities this year! Registration Deadline: July 14 Logistics Participants should bring a water bottle with their name on it. 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/

Mon-Fri, Jul 21 - Jul 25

Wallace Elementary

Speed & Agility Camp

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.

Mon-Wed, Aug 11 - Aug 13

Mon-Wed, Aug 11 - Aug 13

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Start Smart with Study Skills: 5 CLASS COMBO

Course Description Start the school year off right! Participants will be introduced to strategies related to: organization and time management, note taking strategies, test taking strategies, reading and study strategies, and learning style and study habits. Register for individual workshops or the 5-workshop combo! Organization & Time Management: (Monday, Aug 4) Develop and refine time management and organizational habits to succeed in school, life, and beyond. Use an academic planner to track school assignments and grades. Manage time and responsibilities inside and outside of the classroom. Organize school work and study area Note Taking Strategies: (Tuesday, Aug 5) An introduction to taking notes in order to study more effectively and improve test scores. Learn note-taking tools to record and manage information presented in classroom texts and lectures. Test Taking Strategies: (Wednesday, Aug 6) Introduction to study strategies to take tests and quizzes with confidence. Manage test anxiety and use a study process. Apply study strategies for various subjects. Tackle different types of tests and item types. Reading & Study Strategies: (Thursday, Aug 7) Develop active reading strategies to read better in every class. Use text features to improve comprehension. Read strategically by using text features, visual aids, and context clues. Locate the main idea and summarize information. Skim and scan for key details. Learning Style & Study Habits: (Friday, Aug 8) Introduction to key study strategies and habits to become an independent and effective student. Develop a “yes I can” mindset. Set and achieve short- and long-term goals. Understand yourself as a learner. Logistics None Instructor: Sylvan Learning

Mon-Fri, Aug 4 - Aug 8

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Johnston Middle School

Start Smart with Study Skills: Learning Style & Study Habits

Course Description Start the school year off right! Participants will be introduced to strategies related to: organization and time management, note taking strategies, test taking strategies, reading and study strategies, and learning style and study habits. Register for individual workshops or the 5-workshop combo! Learning Style & Study Habits: (Friday, Aug 8) Introduction to key study strategies and habits to become an independent and effective student. Develop a “yes I can” mindset. Set and achieve short- and long-term goals. Understand yourself as a learner. Logistics None Instructor: Sylvan Learning

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Johnston Middle School

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Start Smart with Study Skills: Note Taking Strategies

Course Description Start the school year off right! Participants will be introduced to strategies related to: organization and time management, note taking strategies, test taking strategies, reading and study strategies, and learning style and study habits. Register for individual workshops or the 5-workshop combo! Note Taking Strategies: (Tuesday, Aug 5) An introduction to taking notes in order to study more effectively and improve test scores. Learn note-taking tools to record and manage information presented in classroom texts and lectures. Logistics None Instructor: Sylvan Learning

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Johnston Middle School

Start Smart with Study Skills: Organization & Time Management

Course Description Start the school year off right! Participants will be introduced to strategies related to: organization and time management, note taking strategies, test taking strategies, reading and study strategies, and learning style and study habits. Register for individual workshops or the 5-workshop combo! Organization & Time Management: (Monday, Aug 4) Develop and refine time management and organizational habits to succeed in school, life, and beyond. Use an academic planner to track school assignments and grades. Manage time and responsibilities inside and outside of the classroom. Organize school work and study area Logistics None Instructor: Sylvan Learning

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Johnston Middle School