Drake Women’s Basketball – Celebrate Waukee’s Own Katie Dinnebier

Who
All Waukee Fans
When
Saturday, February 22 - 2:00 pm
Where
Knapp Center
Organizer
Drake Women's Basketball
Contact
Drake Athletics Ticket Office
Email
tickets@drake.edu
Cost
$10
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Waukee’s Katie Dinnebier, the 2021 Miss Iowa Basketball and Gatorade Iowa Girls Basketball Player of the Year, has her senior day with the Drake Bulldogs on Sat at 2 pm. In honor of No. 10 Katie Dinnebier, a special $10 ticket has been created for the game.

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Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic

Who
Middle School Basketball Families
When
Thursday, February 27 - 4:00 pm
RSVP By
2/27/2025
Where
Wells Fargo Arena
Organizer
Iowa Wolves
Contact
Gabe Bassett
Email
Gabe.bassett@iawolves.com
Phone
(515) 564-8559
Cost
$50
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Gear up for an exciting basketball experience with our first Iowa Wolves Youth! On Thursday, February 27th from 4:00pm-7:00pm - have your son or daughter feeling like an NBA player while they learn, practice, and scrimmage with Iowa Wolves players and coaches on the Wolves court at Wells Fargo Arena

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Drake University Summer Voice Intensive

Who
Middle and high school students age 14+
When
Monday, June 16 (all day)
RSVP By
June 10, 2025
Where
Drake University
Organizer
Drake University
Contact
Alyssa Becker
Email
ducsom@drake.edu
Phone
(515) 473-0564
Cost
$400
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The annual Drake University Voice Intensive (DUVI) is a summertime camp designed for young singers ages 14+ to develop their voices and build confidence in performing and auditioning.

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Amazing Animals LEGO® Zoo Camp (NEW)⭐

Who
Entering Grades K-6
When
Monday, June 30 - 9:00 am
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Trailridge School, Pod Area 700 (2nd floor)
Organizer
Waukee Schools Community Education Department
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$165
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This new camp is sure to delight kids who love the animal kingdom. In this three day camp, we will be building models of creatures from insects to mammals. Building motorized technic models, 3D sculptures, and mosaics of our favorite critters each day.

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Brick City Engineers LEGO® Camp featuring Emmet (NEW)⭐

Who
Entering Grades K-6
When
Monday, June 23 - 9:00 am
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class
Where
Trailridge School, Pod Area 700 (2nd floor)
Organizer
Waukee Schools Community Education Department
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$220
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Motorized technic vehicles and construction related models will challenge their engineering skills in this week of creative building fun. Our favorite LEGO® construction worker, Emmet & friends will arrive with models from the LEGO® movie, to add to the fun.

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Varsity Summer Camp: Around the World Through Movies

Who
elementary students, grades 2-5
When
Friday, July 18 - 9:00 am
Where
Varsity Cinema, 1205 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
Organizer
Des Moines Film
Contact
Jess Lieb
Email
team@desmoinesfilm.org
Phone
(515) 259-0167
Cost
$125
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Travel around the world through movies! Earn a new stamp for your passport each day as we watch a movie from a different country then explore that country’s culture through fun activities. Campers will receive free t-shirt, plus a light snack each day, including movie theater popcorn on Friday.

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2025 Warriors Volleyball Youth Camp Grade 3-5

When
Sunday, April 6 - 1:00 pm
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WHS Volleyball Program
Contact
Candice Palea
Email
cpalea@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$86
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Our Warrior Youth Clinic is designed to get our little warriors an opportunity to work with our coaches, players, and volunteers while learning the game of volleyball.

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2025 WHS Junior Warrior Volleyball League Gr 6-8

When
Wednesday, April 2 - 5:00 pm
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WHS Volleyball Program
Contact
Candice Palea
Email
cpalea@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$216
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Warrior Volleyball Junior League is set up with one day of practice a week and one day of 6v6 for 4 weeks.

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Grand Blue Mile

When
Tuesday, April 22 - 6:00 pm
RSVP By
04/22/2025
Where
Western Gateway Park 1205 Locust St. Des Moines, IA 50309
Organizer
Drake Relays
Contact
Ben Huftalin
Email
grandbluemile@drake.edu
Phone
(515) 271-1957
Cost
$10
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The Grand Blue Mile, presented by Wellmark, is a one-mile run/walk in downtown Des Moines for all ages. New in 2025, Spike’s Sprint lets kids 10 & under race in three divisions and earn a special giveaway. Enjoy family fun with bounce houses, face painting, and the Mascot Madness race!

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Free Elementary Kids Baking Class — Made by Mya

Who
Elementary Students
When
Monday, March 17 - 9:30 am
Where
Valley Community Center
Organizer
Made by Mya
Cost
Free
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Join Mya from "Made by Mya," a sophomore at WHS who owns her own at-home bakery to bake some fun and simple treats, all peanut free! This demonstration will be no-bake desserts that kids will be able to try and make themselves. March 17-18 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Valley Community Center. Monday students will make cookie dough pretzel bites and Tuesday will be mini Oreo cheesecakes. Students are welcome to attend both classes or just one. Register online before attending: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1TAFBDhrxAf-sqcKQmRl041k3yJr4Qrd5-TNh3j4NXDb91g/viewform

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2025 Waukee Warrior Future Track Champions Gr 3-5

When
Monday, June 9 - 10:00 am
Where
Timberline Track
Organizer
Track/Cross Country
Contact
Abby Schmitz
Email
aschmitz@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$60
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Waukee Track and Field and Cross Country will host a camp including techniques and strategies for developing skills with form running, starting blocks, shot put, long jump, high jump, and exchanges with batons.

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2025 Waukee Warrior Future Track Champions Gr K-2

When
Monday, June 9 - 8:30 am
Where
Timberline Track
Organizer
Track/Cross Country
Contact
Abby Schmitz
Email
aschmitz@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$60
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Waukee Track and Field and Cross Country will host a camp including techniques and strategies for developing skills with form running, starting blocks, shot put, long jump, high jump, and exchanges with batons.

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NW Wolves Youth Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)

Who
Students ages 12-17 during time of camp
When
Monday, June 16 - 10:30 am
RSVP By
5/23/25
Where
Waukee Northwest High School
Organizer
Northwest Boys Tennis
Contact
Eric Wetzel
Email
ewetzel@waukeeschools.org
Cost
$86
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This area-wide, four-day tennis camp offers fun learning and playing opportunities for girls and boys ages 5-17 of all ability levels. Courts will be organized by age, ability, and experience to maximize student improvement and enjoyment. All sessions take place at the Northwest tennis courts

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NW Wolves Youth Tennis Camp (Ages 8-11)

Who
Students ages 8-11 at time of camp
When
Monday, June 16 - 9:00 am
RSVP By
5/23/25
Where
Waukee Northwest High School
Organizer
Northwest Boys Tennis
Contact
Eric Wetzel
Email
ewetzel@waukeeschools.org
Cost
$86
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This area-wide, four-day tennis camp off ers fun learning and playing opportunities for girls and boys ages 5-17 of all ability levels. Courts will be organized by age, ability, and experience to maximize student improvement and enjoyment. All sessions take place at the Northwest tennis courts.

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NW Wolves Youth Tennis Camp (Ages 5-7)

Who
Students aged 5-7 on camp dates
When
Monday, June 16 - 8:00 am
RSVP By
5/23/25
Where
Waukee Northwest High School
Organizer
Northwest High School Boys Tennis
Contact
Eric Wetzel
Email
ewetzel@waukeeschools.org
Cost
$73
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This area-wide, four-day tennis camp offers fun learning and playing opportunities for girls and boys ages 5-17 of all ability levels. Courts will be organized by age, ability, and experience to maximize student improvement and enjoyment. All sessions take place at the Northwest tennis courts.

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2025 Waukee Track Club

Who
Elementary and Middle School Students
When
Monday, March 24 - 5:30 pm
RSVP By
March 3rd
Where
Timberline Stadium
Organizer
Waukee Track Club
Contact
Talia Youngblut or Matt Smalley
Email
Waukeetc@gmail.com
Cost
$160 / $260
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For current 3rd-12th Grade athletes. Serving Waukee and the surrounding areas since 2014. Our mission is to provide a cultivating and challenging track and field experience where athletes can improve their Track and Field Intelligence, gain confidence, and develop a passion for the sport.

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Waukee CSD STEM Camp Gr 6-9 2025

When
Monday, June 16 - 9:00 am
Where
WILC
Organizer
Waukee APEX
Contact
Michelle Hill
Email
mhill@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$203
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STEM Innovator Camp to learn about various career fields while working on hands-on projects.

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Waukee CSD STEM Camp Gr 3-5 2025

When
Monday, June 9 - 9:00 am
Where
WILC
Organizer
Waukee APEX
Contact
Michelle Hill
Email
mhill@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$203
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STEM Innovator Camp to learn about various career fields while working on hands-on projects.

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YMCA Youth T-Ball & Coach Pitch

Who
Families with youth ages 5-8
When
Saturday, June 7 - 10:00 am
RSVP By
04/25/2025
Where
Waukee Family YMCA
Organizer
YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Contact
Mat Snider
Email
mat.snider@dmymca.org
Phone
(515) 868-0507
Cost
ember $70 Non-Member $90 Coach Pitch Member $80 Non-Member $100
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Families with youth ages 5-8. Preferably pre-school and grade school students.

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YMCA Half Day Summer Sports Clinics

Who
Families with youth ages 5-10
When
Monday, June 2 - 1:00 pm
RSVP By
May, 2nd 2025
Where
Waukee Family YMCA
Organizer
YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Contact
Mat Snider
Email
mat.snider@dmymca.org
Phone
(515) 868-0507
Cost
$110/week for Y members $130/week for non-members
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Families with kids ages 5-10. Preferably preschool and grade school students.

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YMCA Spring Youth Soccer

Who
Families with kids ages 5-10.
When
Saturday, April 19 - 10:00 am
RSVP By
03-28-25
Where
Waukee Family YMCA
Organizer
YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Contact
Mat Snider
Email
mat.snider@dmymca.org
Phone
(515) 868-0507
Cost
$70-90 Members/$90-110 Non-Members
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2025 Warrior Softball Camp Gr 5-7

When
Friday, February 28 - 12:00 pm
Where
Waukee Middle School and Hitting Facility
Organizer
WHS Softball Program
Contact
Andy Pals
Email
apals@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$58
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Head Coach Andy Pals and the Waukee Assistant Softball Coaches are hosting a one-day clinic that will focus on fundamentals of throwing, infield, outfield, hitting and pitching. February 28: camp for students in grades 2-4, 9am to 11am and grades 5-7 at 12pm to 2pm. Waukee Middle School Gym.

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2025 Warrior Softball Camp Gr 2-4

When
Friday, February 28 - 9:00 am
Where
Waukee Middle School and Hitting Facility
Organizer
WHS Softball Program
Contact
Andy Pals
Email
apals@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2782
Cost
$58
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Head Coach Andy Pals and the Waukee Assistant Softball Coaches are hosting a one-day clinic that will focus on fundamentals of throwing, infield, outfield, hitting and pitching. February 28: camp for students in grades 2-4, 9am to 11am and grades 5-7 at 12pm to 2pm. Waukee Middle School Gym.

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ACT Prep – Science (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Monday, March 24 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WDSD Community Education Department & Teacher Dan Briggs
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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Instructor has a Master's Degree in Education, experience in teaching ACT test preparation and high school science teaching experience for over twenty years in Waukee. This class will focus on test taking strategies for the science portion of the ACT.

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Biz Innovator (Grades 9-Adults) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12-Adult
When
Tuesday, March 11 - 6:00 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required one week prior to the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Jewels Academy Dr. Kimberly Wayne
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$200
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The Biz Innovator course at Jewels Academy introduces students to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, equipping them with the skills to turn innovative ideas into viable businesses. Students learn critical concepts like market research, financial planning, and strategic marketing.

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ACT Prep – English (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Tuesday, March 11 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Teacher Melissa Chia
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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This class will focus on test taking strategies for the English portion of the ACT. We will review English concepts commonly found on the ACT and take and discuss several practice exams

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ACT Prep – Math (Grades 9-12)

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Sunday, March 9 - 5:00 pm
RSVP By
Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class: Start dates 1/12 & 3/9
Where
Waukee Northwest High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Teacher Jordan Edgerly
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$75
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This class will focus on test-taking strategies for the math portion of the ACT. We will review math concepts commonly found on the ACT and take and discuss several practice exams.

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Bricks 4 Kidz® (Grades K-5)

Who
Grades K-5
When
Friday, March 28 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required 1 wk prior to start date: WDH 2/3, GR 2/4, EE 2/6, WDE 2/7, SE 3/25, BV 3/28, RE 4/21, WE 4/24
Where
Multiple locations & different start dates: WDH, RE, GR, SE, EE, WE, BV
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & B4K Paula Gray-Dietz
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$67/5 weeks
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Class Theme: CONSTRUCTION CRAZE using LEGO® bricks and proprietary model plans. These activities are designed to trigger your child's lively imagination and encourage problem-solving. Models include: Bulldozer Crane Dump Truck Jackhammer Power Drill Power Saw

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STEMextravaganza (Grades 1-5) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 1-5
When
Tuesday, March 25 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the class.
Where
GR 1/27 & WE 3/25
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Sylvan Learning Center
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$194
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Are you looking for a fun way to energize and excite your kiddo in STEM? Your student will be introduced to various topics in science, robotics, and engineering. Students will be engaged with something different and exciting each session to keep their STEM curiosity growing!

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Super Structure (Grades 3-5) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 3-5
When
Monday, March 24 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required one week prior to the start of the class. Multiple schools dates vary
Where
WE 1/28 & GR 3/24
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Sylvan Learning
Contact
Waukee Community Education
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$194
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Students will learn key engineering and architectural concepts such as force, stress, tension, compression, and more by building famous bridges from across the world using K’NEX® kits. At the end of the course, they will have a chance to put their new skills into action.

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ACT Test Prep Seminar-ZAPS (Grades 9-12) NEW ⭐

Who
Grades 9-12
When
Wednesday, March 5 - 3:30 pm
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Pre-registration required 1 week prior to the start of the class.
Where
Waukee High School
Organizer
WCSD Community Education & Doorway to College
Contact
Waukee Community Education
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$116
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ZAPS test preparation seminars are designed to help each student do their best on the ACT. In the five hour seminar over two day with study guide and workbook provided, students will learn: strategies, tips, tactics, reduce anxiety, motivation, and suggestions.

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Exploring in Art (Grades K-5)

Who
K-5
When
Tuesday, April 8 - 3:45 pm
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Pre-registration required start dates vary: EE 1/14, SE 1/16, RE 2/25, WFD 2/27, GR 4/8
Where
Eason, Shuler, Radiant, Waterford, Grant RaganElementary
Organizer
WCSD Community Education Department & Sunflower Fine Art Ting Shao
Contact
Community Education Department
Email
communityed@waukeeschools.org
Phone
(515) 987-2761
Cost
$109
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Does your child love to draw and paint? This is their opportunity to learn professional concepts of drawing and painting with various media. Students will have fun learning classic, abstract or animated cartoon styles combining pencil, color pencil, watercolor and acrylic painting.

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Y Camp Summer 2025

Who
Families and Campers 7-17
When
Sunday, June 15 (all day)
Where
Des Moines Y Camp * 1192 166th Drive Boone IA 50036
Organizer
Des Moines Y Camp
Contact
Melanie Mellinger
Email
melanie.mellinger@dmymca.org
Phone
(515) 432-7558
Cost
Varies by Program
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Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Family Camp and our amazing Partner Camps all work to bring the impact and value of camp to all who enter the Valley. If you’re looking for the ultimate camp experience, Summer Camp is the place to start. Find your next adventure at the Des Moines Y Camp!

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7th Grade Washington DC Trip

Who
Waukee 7th Graders
When
Tuesday, June 10 (all day)
RSVP By
9-22-2024
Where
Washington DC
Organizer
World Strides
Contact
Mark Anderson
Email
waukeedctrip@gmail.com
Phone
(515) 216-0920
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The 2025 Washington DC trip registration is underway! This trip is intended for students in the 7th grade in Waukee schools. The trip has been active in Waukee schools for over 20 years. A virtual parent meeting will be held 9/15/24 at 6pm: https://meet.google.com/0q-gzbo-qtz.

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i9 Sports

Who
Kids ages 3-14
When
Friday, February 28 (all day)
RSVP By
September 7, November 2, January 11
Where
Waukee Community Schools
Organizer
I9 SPORTS
Contact
GREG VAN SOELEN
Email
greg.vansoelen@i9sports.com
Phone
(515) 321-0808
Cost
Average cost is $159
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Providing youth sports to kids ages 3-14 in soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, baseball, and multi sport. Emphasis on fun, sportsmanship, and learning the game.

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