Jones County Regional Center
June, 2024
Class Details and Registration Information Below – Note: Students should register for the camp experience of their current grade level of the 2023-2024 academic year. If students need to apply for a scholarship please contact Kirkwood Jones County Regional Center at 319-465-2302 or email Megan.Mahoney@kirkwood.edu. To be eligible for a scholarship, the child must qualify for Title 19/HAWK-I, or free and reduced lunch.
Being a great babysitter is more than just watching kids! This class is designed with the beginner babysitter in mind. Students will learn important skills such as general first aid, infant and child CPR, what to do in different situations, safety issues, diaper changing, games and easy tips and tricks. Learners must be at least 8 years old to register.
Date: June 1
Time: 8 – 11 a.m.
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Becoming the Babysitter
Being a great babysitter is more than just watching kids! This class is designed with the beginner babysitter in mind. Students will learn important skills such as general first aid, infant and child CPR, what to do in different situations, safety issues, diaper changing, games and easy tips and tricks. Learners must be at least 8 years old to register.
Date: June 8
Time: 8 – 11 a.m.
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Becoming the Babysitter
In these fun and informative lessons, you'll build basic guitar skills step-by-step. First, you'll get to know all the parts of your guitar, from frets to strings, and learn how to tune your instrument. After that, you'll explore the fundamentals of music notation and find out how to produce clear, beautiful notes and chords. You'll also discover how to control your rhythm, tempo, and volume, and how to express yourself artistically. Class envisioned for 3rd-6th graders.
Date: June 10 – 12
Time: 11 a.m. – Noon
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Guitar Hero
Stretch those muscles and feel the burn! We are diving into the world of exercise. Turn yourself into a dog with yoga, feel the burn of wind sprints, and learn how to stretch appropriately to maximize success. Class envisioned for 1st-5th graders.
Date: June 12
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Fit & Fun
Slide into summer with new slime projects to take home! We will be creating summertime slimes using different ingredients to mash together, just like on the YouTube channels. You will leave with your own gooey creations! Class envisioned for 1st-4th graders.
Date: June 13
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Summertime Slime
Find your inner “Mad Scientist” while brewing some crazy concoctions. Be prepared for some oozing, crackling, foaming chemical reactions. We might get messy, but will DEFINITELY have fun! Class envisioned for 1st-2nd graders.
Date: June 17–19
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Tuition: $75.00
Register for Discovery Lab
Crawl, Slither, or wriggle on in to explore the world of creepy insects, leeches, slugs, spiders, and worms! Learn about these amazing creatures through educational activities including observing and interacting with live creepy critters. Explore the great outdoors, experience up-close encounters with live animal ambassadors, play games, make crafts, and more! Class envisioned for 1st-5th graders.
Date: June 18
Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
Tuition: $25.00
Register for Cool Creepy Critters
Nature has inspired artists since ancient times! Get inspired to create your own masterpieces across multiple media. Tap into your creative genius with guidance and help from the great outdoors. Have fun and learn as you draw, design, paint, and create your way toward beautiful works of art. Class envisioned for 1st-5th graders.
Date: June 19
Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
Tuition: $25.00
Register for Nature Inspired Artists
Have you ever wanted to combine your love for cookies with your love for art? You can do that in our cookie decorating class! Kids will learn how to make their sweet treats look as good as they taste. Don’t know how to bake? No problem! Pre-made cookies will be offered for your convenience, and you get to take them home afterwards. Sign up to have some fun as an official cookie artist! Class envisioned for 1st-4th graders.
Date: June 25
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Tuition: $35.00
Register for Nature Inspired Artists
Get to know your way around the toolbox! In a safe lab environment, we will have an age-based project for you to take home and show off- it might be big, or little! Never used a power tool before? That is okay, we will teach you! Class envisioned for 5th -8th graders.
Date: June10 – 11
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Tuition: $49.00
Register for Construct and Create
Embrace the tech-savvy side of creativity. Learn skills that will make you a digital design rock star and Photoshop pro! Learn how to use digital tools to create cool graphics, illustrations, and enhance photos with special effects. Anything is possible when you design in a digital world! Class envisioned for 5th-8th graders.
Date: June 10
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Tuition: $25.00
Register for Discovering Digital Design
Learn the basics of crochet in this fun workshop taught by a teen entrepreneur. The creator of Handmade by Hannah will teach you how to crochet and make your own bookmark to start you on your love for crochet! Class envisioned for 5th -8th graders.
Date: June 19–20
Time: 9 a.m. – Noon
Tuition: $55.00
Register for Beginning Crochet