Educational Opportunities
Summer Reading Drive-Thru
May 30, 2:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
All Ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Email
info@johnstonlibrary.org
Phone
(515) 278-5233
Swing by Johnston Public Library on the last day of school *tentatively scheduled for Friday, May 30* & pick up your Summer Reading materials for kids, teens, and adults between 2pm & 5:30pm. Library staff will be outside the JPL parking lot with to-go bags of summer reading materials for all ages.
Sylvan Spring Camps
May 31 (all day)
Event For
All students
Organization
Sylvan Learning Center of Iowa
Contact
Katie Ruby
Phone
(515) 867-8000
Sylvan Learning Centers of Iowa are running plenty of Spring Camps for Johnston students to take advantage of-- from STEM, to reading and math, and even College Prep! Dates and times are listed on respective websites. Prices may vary. Enroll today!
Crochet Club
Jun 2, 1:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
6th Grade to 12th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Jessica Young
Whether you're brand new to crochet or already working on a project, this is your space to learn, create, and connect. We'll cover the basics—including how to make a classic granny square—and offer help with whatever you're stitching. Registration required at johnstonlibrary.com/events.
Drake University Summer Voice Intensive
Jun 16, 9:00 am
RSVP By
June 10
Location
Drake University
Event For
Middle and High school students
Cost
$400
Organization
Drake University
Contact
Alyssa Becker
Email
ducsom@drake.edu
Phone
(515) 473-0564
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.
Library Lab: Science Splash
Jun 16, 4:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
We will be making a science splash with a bunch of wet and wild water experiments! This program will be partially outside on the patio. Be sure to dress appropriately. No registration is required. Grades K-5. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program.
Pop-Up Library in the Park
Jun 17, 10:00 am
Location
6400 Pioneer Pkwy
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Rebecca Taylor
Visit us at various parks throughout Johnston this summer, weather permitting. Create a fun craft, explore different activities, and participate in our Summer Library Program and earn prizes!
Pop-Up Library in the Park
Jun 24, 10:00 am
Location
5255 NW 64th Pl
Event For
All Ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Rebecca Taylor
Visit us at various parks throughout Johnston this summer, weather permitting. Create a fun craft, explore different activities, and participate in our Summer Library Program and earn prizes!
European Trip June 2025
Jun 27 (all day)
RSVP By
Oct. 26, 2023
Location
Google Meets
Event For
High School Students
Organization
EF Tours
Contact
Rylee Hayes
Phone
(515) 344-8571
In June 2025, students will have the opportunity to travel to Europe, including England, Switzerland, France, and Germany. We will be traveling with EF Educational Tours. For more information, please RSVP to our informational meeting on Oct. 26, 2023.
Junior Achievement Rising Women Workshop
Jul 16 (all day)
RSVP By
June 30, 2025
Location
6100 Grand Ave. Des Moines, Iowa 50312
Event For
Female participants, ages 14-21
Cost
Free
Organization
Junior Achievement of Central Iowa
Contact
Heidi Gruca
Email
heidi@jacentraliowa.org
Phone
(515) 279-9602
Participants will engage in a variety of activities, lessons and conversations throughout the day surrounding important topics with take-aways that they can apply to their lives now; topics include leadership skills, financial literacy, career-readiness skills, goal-setting and communication.
Arrow Academy of Music School Year Lessons
Aug 17 (all day)
RSVP By
8/15/2025
Location
10430 New York Ave G, Urbandale, IA
Event For
Elementary, middle, and high school students
Organization
Arrow Academy of Music
Contact
Kevin Bellile
Phone
(515) 331-0700
Arrow Academy of Music's School Year session begins the week of August 17th! We offer accredited in-person and online piano lessons for ages 6-17, and guitar lessons for ages 10-17 all from our studio in Urbandale. Attend a free trial lesson to get started!
Sylvan Summer Camps
Aug 31 (all day)
Event For
All students!
Organization
Sylvan Learning Center of Iowa
Contact
Katie Ruby
Phone
(515) 867-8000
Sylvan Learning Centers of Iowa is offering exciting summer camps to all Johnston students! We offer STEM, Reading, Math, and even college prep courses for families to take advantage of. Price and location may very. Enrollment is done through the links on the flyers!
Elementary Academic Coaching & Parenting Support
Dec 31 (all day)
Location
online
Event For
Elementary School Families
Cost
varies
Organization
Imprint Learning Strategies
Contact
Melissa Gutshall
Phone
(515) 979-5474
I am a former teacher who now works with elementary age children and their families. I help children learn to love learning in ways they learn best. I also guide parents to have meaningful relationships with the children in joyful homes. Coaching is individual to meet each person's needs. This is not a Johnston Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the district. This publication is being provided only to inform the viewer of other available community activities and opportunities.