Johnston Community Education

Join us for a fun beach inspired week full of exciting STEM activities! With activities encompassing marine biology, chemistry, engineering design and construction, art and more, there is sure to be something fun and educational for everyone! Instructor: TigerLily STEM

This seminar enables each student to prepare for the ACT college admission test. Participants gain valuable insight into the ACT through a close examination of each type of question. This seminar teaches students those strategies necessary for answering specific question types and general test taking tips. It also provides suggestions for post seminar test preparation. Each participant will receive four practice tests, divided into 20-minute workouts written to ACT specifications as well as a detailed preparation study guide.

What do happy kids, healthy foods, and messy plates have in common? They are all part of Kids in the Kitchen! Kids in the Kitchen is an evidence-based, hands-on cooking class based on the My Plate nutrition guidelines for youth in grades K-5. Each class includes a nutrition lesson, light physical activity, and snack preparation where your child will have the opportunity to prepare and sample healthy foods. Instructor: ISU Extension

Experience the fun of participating in a class with your child! There are three different one-night classes to choose from. Registration fee includes the cost of one child AND an adult to attend with them. Bug Science Class: In this bug-gy science class, students will get the opportunity to practice basic science concepts and skills, such as classification, observation, and responses to habitat while learning about bugs. Instructor: TigerLily STEM

Experience the fun of participating in a class with your child! There are three different one-night classes to choose from. Registration fee includes the cost of one child AND an adult to attend with them. Solar System Class: Join us for a fun night exploring our solar system! Students will learn about the planets, orbits and scale of the solar system and make their own glow in the dark solar system model to take home. Instructor: TigerLily STEM

STEM Video Game Enrichment for the 21st Century learner. Each {YEL!} Video Game class follows four basic components:•Teach It!…Students learn different video game design techniques (movement blocks, control blocks, basic animation, adding scores, etc.) •Code It!… Students use Scratch* to code their own video games: i.e. maze runner, asteroid smash and more. •Explore It!…Students can write their own video game code, experiment with it and test new options. Our collaborative learning environment encourages students to learn from each other.•Keep It!…Students can keep their video games online with Scratch and can access it and expand upon it at anytime. Sign up today to THINK, LEARN and PLAY WELL with {YEL!}. Scratch® is an MIT created and monitored, kid-safe web interface. It uses a drag and drop programming interface to teach students of all levels coding practices. Your child will receive a Scratch user name and password so they can access their projects from any computer at anytime. Instructor: Youth Enrichment League

The sun provides us with light, warmth, and life! Lets be inspired by the sun and expand your artistic experience. Participants will explore a variety art materials while investigating different aspects of the sun. Every class is a different exploration of how to create art, use problem solving skills, and collaborate with classmates. Instructor: Des Moines Art Center