LEAP Activities
LEAP programming at Jefferson Middle School is funded by the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant from the Iowa Department of Education. Learn more at: www.dbqschools.org/leap
Jefferson LEAP activities are offered:
Monday through Friday afternoons
from 2:30-4 p.m.
Here are a few upcoming activities…
| Mondays through Fridays (2:30-5:30 pm) Beginning September, 9 Homework Help Take advantage of the quiet space to complete homework, plus assistance is available for those challenging assignments. Provided by: Jefferson Middle School |
| Monday, October 7 through Thursday, October 17 Wrestling Students will learn basic wrestling moves and technique in a fun learning atmosphere. They will also see how wrestling can teach them discipline and give them self-confidence. At the end of every practice students will play a fun game that relates to wrestling. Provided by: Greg Gottschalk, TJMS Wrestling Coach |
| Mondays, October 7 through October 28 Beginner Piano Lessons You will learn how to read notes and play simple songs. The sky is the limit depending on how much you practice! Provided by: Jill Duggan, TJMS Music Teacher |
| Monday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 16 Tennis (FIELD TRIP) Travel to the Senior tennis courts, and learn the basics of serving, improve your stroke, and have fun with your friends. Provided by: Chris Miller, DSHS Girls Tennis Coach |
| Tuesday, October 15 CATS! With one of our friendly shelter cats and the help of Two by Two, we will touch on accountability and responsibility, learning what it takes to care for a companion animal. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Wednesday, October 16 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 17 ELEPHANTastic Painting Flex your existing painting skills by creating your unique piece of art for your room! All materials will be provided and so come on, sign in and be part of this fantastic workshop! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Thursday, October 17 Advanced Painting Do you love to paint? Come paint with Ms. Burnell. You will be working on a painting for 2-3 sessions to complete an intricate and breath taking piece that can be gifted or even just hung up in your room to admire your skills! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Friday, October 18 School Dance Come enjoy some music and dancing, or race your friends on the Inflatable Obstacle Course at the 1st school dance of the year! Dance begins at 2:30 pm and will end at 4:30 pm. (LEAP permission slips are NOT needed to attend the school dance.) Provided by: DCSD LEAP Program |
| Monday, October 21 and Wednesday, October 23 Tennis (FIELD TRIP) Travel to the Senior tennis courts, and learn the basics of serving, improve your stroke, and have fun with your friends. Provided by: Chris Miller, DSHS Girls Tennis Coach |
| Tuesday, October 22 and Wednesday, October 23 ELEPHANTastic Necklace Elephants are good luck symbol! Do you love someone that much that you want them to have good luck all the time? Sign-in and create your own necklace and make this your gift of love for them. Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Tuesday, October 22 Beginner Painting Do you want to experiment with acrylic paint but have little to no painting experience? Come paint a picture with Ms. Burnell as she gives step by step instructions for easy painting that can be gifted to a friend or relative or even just to hang up in your room! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, October 23 Henna Come to LEAP Henna for a beautiful, henna tattoo! Henna is a natural paste that stains the skin for approximately 2 weeks. Get a henna tattoo in a design of your choice, to show off to your family & friends! Provided by: Rachel Harwood |
| Tuesday, October 29 Glitter Bottles Learn about calming strategies and ways to calm your mind when you’re stressed; including meditation, progressive muscle relaxations. Each student will make a glitter bottle to take home with them. Students may bring their own plastic water bottle if they choose. Provided by: Haley Ehrich, TJMS Counselor |
| Tuesday, November 5 and Wednesday, November 6 ELEPHANTastic Sewing – Learn and Earn Learn to use the sewing machine, gain sewing skills and learn how you can be an entrepreneur at a young age! Projects may include: aprons, sunglasses case, headbands, infinity scarf, pocket placemats, kids belt, upcycled nightgown, drawstring bag, kids belts, baby blankets, easy burn cloths, kid’s pool bag…and more! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Tuesdays, November 5 through November 19 Beginner Painting Do you want to experiment with acrylic paint but have little to no painting experience? Come paint a picture with Ms. Burnell as she gives step by step instructions for easy painting that can be gifted to a friend or relative or even just to hang up in your room! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, November 6 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Thursday, November 7 and Thursday, November 14 Advanced Painting Do you love to paint? Come paint with Ms. Burnell. You will be working on a painting for 2-3 sessions to complete an intricate and breath taking piece that can be gifted or even just hung up in your room to admire your skills! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Thursday, November 7 Felt Owl Earbud Holder Hand sew a cute owl that will store your earbuds, and fit in your backpack or purse. Provided by: Sharon Daly, Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Tuesday, November 12 Do You Love Animals? The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium will be bringing some live animal ambassadors for students to meet up close while learning about their amazing stories. Provided by: Jennifer Drayna, Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
| Wednesday, November 13 Henna Come to LEAP Henna for a beautiful, henna tattoo! Henna is a natural paste that stains the skin for approximately 2 weeks. Get a henna tattoo in a design of your choice, to show off to your family & friends! Provided by: Rachel Harwood |
| Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November 14 ASIAN Cooking (Chinese) Enjoy the authentic flavor of Chinese and Japanese Food and learn the basics on how to prepare them! In addition to cooking , you will also learn about event planning, tabletop decoration, and room decoration! Come and participate for a FUN-FILLED OF LEARNING! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Monday, November 18 CRITTERS! Respect is easier to give when you see things from others’ point of view. Not-so-common companions join us, students will keep in mind one of Two by Two’s most important concepts, ‘Treat all living things the way you want to be treated’. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, November 19 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Wednesday, November 20 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21 ASIAN Cooking (Japanese) Enjoy the authentic flavor of Chinese and Japanese Food and learn the basics on how to prepare them! In addition to cooking , you will also learn about event planning, tabletop decoration, and room decoration! Come and participate for a FUN-FILLED OF LEARNING! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Monday, November 25 The Healthy Side of Thanksgiving Thanksgiving has always been viewed as the holiday where you indulge, but when it comes to fruits and vegetables, more matters – so this is your opportunity to indulge “sensibly.” Provided by: Megan Horstman and Amy Cordingley, Hy-Vee Dieticians |
| Tuesday, November 26 Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Making For many of us, homemade pumpkin pie is the classic dish that says “Thanksgiving,” pure and simple! And speaking of simple, this easy recipe offers the best for any generation! Come one, Come all and make your own pie! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Monday, December 2 through Friday, December 6 Safe Sitter The mission of Safe Sitter® is to provide life skills, safety skills, and child care training to all youth in order to build safer communities. Provided by: Ellie Meyers, Hillcrest Family Services |
| Tuesdays, December 3 through December 17 Beginner Painting Do you want to experiment with acrylic paint but have little to no painting experience? Come paint a picture with Ms. Burnell as she gives step by step instructions for easy painting that can be gifted to a friend or relative or even just to hang up in your room! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, December 4 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Thursdays, December 5 through December 19 Advance Painting Do you love to paint? Come paint with Ms. Burnell. You will be working on a painting for 2-3 sessions to complete an intricate and breath taking piece that can be gifted or even just hung up in your room to admire your skills! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Monday, December 9 Dubuque Humane Society (FIELD TRIP) Today we will see the life of a shelter animal! Students will be touring the Dubuque Regional Humane Society for this session. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, December 10 and Wednesday, December 11 Personalized Festive Mason Jars People making list , buying special gifts, taking time to be kind to one and all. The Holidays are coming and so be prepared for gift-giving! Design your own simple Art Mug Mason Jar for your loved ones and make them special on this Holiday season. Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Wednesday, December 11 Learn Henna Do you love henna tattoos? Join us for a special opportunity to learn the basics of creating henna tattoos yourself. Rachel Harwood is excited to teach you some simple designs, and give you a chance to practice with henna paste. You will even get to take a cone of henna paste home with you to practice with friends and family. Provided by: Rachel Harwood |
| Thursday, December 12 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Tuesday, December 17 Guided Painting – Snowman If you’ve never painted before but have always wanted to, then this LEAP activity is for you! We will take it step-by-step and you will go home with a cool snowman painting. Provided by: Sharon Daly, Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Wednesday, December 18 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, December 18 Archery Get your chance to shoot a bow and arrow. You will learn some basic archery skills and then we’ll pull out the targets! Provided by: Swiss Valley Nature Center |
| Tuesdays, January 7 through February 11 Beginner Painting Do you want to experiment with acrylic paint but have little to no painting experience? Come paint a picture with Ms. Burnell as she gives step by step instructions for easy painting that can be gifted to a friend or relative or even just to hang up in your room! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Tuesday, January 7 Calling All Engineers! Test your building and tinkering skills through building challenges with The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Provided by: Jennifer Drayna, Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
| Wednesday, January 8 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, January 8 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Thursday, January 9 Do You Love Animals? The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium will be bringing some live animal ambassadors for students to meet up close while learning about their amazing stories. Provided by: Jennifer Drayna, Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
| Thursdays, January 9 through February 6 Advance Painting Do you love to paint? Come paint with Ms. Burnell. You will be working on a painting for 2-3 sessions to complete an intricate and breath taking piece that can be gifted or even just hung up in your room to admire your skills! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Monday, January 13 through Wednesday, January 15 ELEPHANTastic Sewing – Learn and Earn Learn to use the sewing machine, gain sewing skills and learn how you can be an entrepreneur at a young age! Projects may include: aprons, sunglasses case, headbands, infinity scarf, pocket placemats, kids belt, upcycled nightgown, drawstring bag, kids belts, baby blankets, easy burn cloths, kid’s pool bag…and more! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Tuesday, January 21 through Thursday, January 23 ELEPHANTastic Sewing – Learn and Earn Learn to use the sewing machine, gain sewing skills and learn how you can be an entrepreneur at a young age! Projects may include: aprons, sunglasses case, headbands, infinity scarf, pocket placemats, kids belt, upcycled nightgown, drawstring bag, kids belts, baby blankets, easy burn cloths, kid’s pool bag…and more! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Wednesday, January 22 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Monday, January 27 through Wednesday, January 29 ELEPHANTastic Sewing – Learn and Earn Learn to use the sewing machine, gain sewing skills and learn how you can be an entrepreneur at a young age! Projects may include: aprons, sunglasses case, headbands, infinity scarf, pocket placemats, kids belt, upcycled nightgown, drawstring bag, kids belts, baby blankets, easy burn cloths, kid’s pool bag…and more! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Mondays, February 3 through February 24 Let’s Get Physical – Games Galore (FIELD TRIP) Join us at Gold Standard Athletics, owned by former Major League Baseball player Eric Munson, for an afternoon of fun physical activities. Students will have an opportunity to learn about multiple sports and fitness activities and engage in a fun competitive environment. Great for all ages and skill levels. Provided by: Gold Standard Athletics |
| Mondays, February 3 through February 24 Class Act (FIELD TRIP) The SCENE Studio, located on site at Gold Standard Athletics, offers acting classes with professional Producer, Actress, Director, Writer and College Professor, Shanda Munson. Learn about different on camera mediums in a fun, creative environment. Great for all ages and skill levels. Provided by: Gold Standard Athletics |
| Tuesday, February 4 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Wednesday, February 5 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Tuesday, February 11 and Wednesday, February 12 I Love You to Pieces Valentine Jars Create a one-of-kind keepsake for your mom and dad or to your special someone for Valentine’s Day! Decorate your own mason jars and turn them to “I love you” jars. Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Thursday, February 13 DOGS! Partnered with Two by Two Character Development, we will meet a shelter dog to help us learn what it means to be compassionate and empathetic towards all things on earth. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, February 25 Beginner Painting Do you want to experiment with acrylic paint but have little to no painting experience? Come paint a picture with Ms. Burnell as she gives step by step instructions for easy painting that can be gifted to a friend or relative or even just to hang up in your room! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesday, February 26 Bullet Journaling Have you heard of this thing called Bullet Journaling or BoJo?! It is a fun way to journal or sketch or even plan! The best part is it is tailored to your own style! Come check it out with Ms. Burnell! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Thursday, February 27 Advance Painting Do you love to paint? Come paint with Ms. Burnell. You will be working on a painting for 2-3 sessions to complete an intricate and breath taking piece that can be gifted or even just hung up in your room to admire your skills! Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Tuesday, March 10 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Tuesday, March 10 and Wednesday, March 11 Fun and Games Come join our unplugged activities where you will keep yourselves entertained with card games, crafting, outdoor and indoor games with a lot of surprises and prizes! Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Thursday, March 12 CATS! With one of our friendly shelter cats and the help of Two by Two, we will touch on accountability and responsibility, learning what it takes to care for a companion animal. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, April 7 Yoga Come and get your zen on with yoga class. This yoga class will not only teach you the basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also involve creative activities and take away activities to help with calm outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Challenge to Change |
| Thursday, April 9 CRITTERS! Respect is easier to give when you see things from others’ point of view. Not-so-common companions join us, students will keep in mind one of Two by Two’s most important concepts, ‘Treat all living things the way you want to be treated’. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, April 14 K-9 Unit and Squad Car The K9 officers will be giving a live demonstration of how police dogs work. We will have a squad car that the kids can tour to see all the equipment and tech that is in them. We will also be happy to answer any police related questions that the kids have, and will play games in the gym when we are done. Provided by: Corporal Michael McTague, Dubuque Police Department |
| Wednesday, April 15 Fishing (FIELD TRIP) Throw out a line at Heritage Pond and see what you can reel in! Poles and bait will be provided but if you have your own pole feel free to bring it with. Provided by: Swiss Valley Nature Center |
| Thursday, April 16 Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium (FIELD TRIP) Head down to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium to meet (and touch) some animals up close! Provided by: Jennifer Drayna, Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
| Tuesday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 22 Personalized Wooden Pallet A little bit of this, that and everything. Design your own wood pallet and make it your own PORCH SIGN! This can include: Welcome sign, Home sign and/or Patriotic Flag. Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
| Monday, May 11 Dubuque Humane Society (FIELD TRIP) Today we will see the life of a shelter animal! Students will be touring the Dubuque Regional Humane Society for this session. Provided by: Kelsey Schmidt, Dubuque Regional Humane Society |
| Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13 Personalized Wooden Pallet A little bit of this, that and everything. Design your own wood pallet and make it your own PORCH SIGN! This can include: Welcome sign, Home sign and/or Patriotic Flag. Provided by: Chona Kutsch, TJMS Paraprofessional |
Students will meet in the cafeteria right after school. They’ll grab a free snack and head to the location of the LEAP activity.
When the program concludes at 4 p.m., students taking the activity bus will meet the bus and depart from the back of school. Students not taking the activity bus will exit from the front or back entrance.
Complete the Parent Permission Form (PDF) and have your student return it to the main office. Students can’t participate without this form on file for 2018-2019.
Each month, students will have the opportunity to sign-up for LEAP activities in their school’s main office. Remember, it’s expected that students attend all sessions offered for each activity. Students will sign-in each day so we can keep participate records, but we won’t monitor daily attendance – so there is no need to let us know if for some reason your student can’t make it.
Students will be held to the same conduct standards as they are during the school day. Failure to follow established rules may result in loss of participation.
Contact the main office or guidance counselor. Or, reach out to district LEAP facilitator Jackie Lambe at 563/552-3130 or jlambe@dbqschools.org.