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, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons
from 2:30-4 p.m.
Here are a few upcoming activities…
| Mondays through Fridays Beginning September 4 (2:30-5 p.m.) Homework Help Take advantage of the quiet space to complete homework, plus assistance is available for those challenging assignments. Provided by: Jefferson Middle School |
| Tuesdays, January 8 through March 19 Kids ‘n Canvas Have you ever wanted to try painting with acrylic paints but have little or no practice? Come to Kids ‘n Canvas with Ms. Burnell to create your own fun painting. Provided by: Brandi Burnell, TJMS Teacher |
| Wednesdays, January 9 through February 6 and Wednesday, February 27 Chess Club Chess Club will give you the opportunity to learn the game of chess or improve the skills you already know. Come and enjoy a friendly competition against your peers. All levels of players are welcome. Provided by: Mark Bowers, DCSD Substitute Teacher |
| Thursdays, January 10 through January 31 Line Dancing In this activity you’ll have the opportunity to learn the basic techniques and moves of line dancing. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Provided by: Adam Kieffer, Adam’s Dance Connection |
| Wednesday, January 16 Valentine Cards for Hospitalized Kids Cards for Hospitalized Kids is an internationally recognized charitable organization that spreads hope, joy and magic to hospitalized kids across America through uplifting handmade cards. Join us in creating Valentine’s Day cards that will be sent to children who are in the hospital. Provided by: Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Wednesday, February 6 Comic Book Frames Using comic books and Modge Podge, create a one-of-a-kind photo frame and fill it with your favorite picture! Provided by: Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Tuesday, February 19 Rock Climbing (FIELD TRIP) Put on a climbing harness and attempt routes of varying difficulty on our two-story climbing wall. Whether you’re new to climbing or have some experience, you will be able to test your skills with 3-4 climbs over the course of the trip. Provided by: Creative Adventure Lab |
| Thursdays, February 21 through March 14 Yoga Get your zen on with yoga class! This yoga class will not only teach you basic yoga poses, flow and relaxation benefits but will also teach techniques and activities that will help you calm your mind outside of school. Wear comfortable clothes. Provided by: Molly Anderson Schreiber, Challenge to Change |
| Wednesday, February 27 Pottery Painting (FIELD TRIP) Students will have the opportunity to select a pre-made pottery item and learn various glazing techniques to decorate it. We fire all items in our kiln so they are food and microwave-safe. Items will be delivered to schools a week after the trip. Provided by: Creative Adventure Lab |
| Wednesday, March 6 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: Dubuque Humane Society |
| Wednesday, March 6 Nail Polishing Raise a hand if you like pretty nails! During this activity, we will be giving ourselves manicures and polishing our nails. As an added bonus, we will learn nail stamping! Provided by: Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Friday, March 8 SPECIAL EVENT: School Dance In this special event sponsored by LEAP, Loras College will be lead a mini-dance marathon. Students will have a opportunity to play games and dance. Pizza, ice cream, chips and drinks will be available for purchase.This event does not follow the normal LEAP registration process. Contact the activities office for event details. |
| Monday, March 11 Nutrition with Hy-Vee In this interactive class, you will learn about healthy foods and explore fun ways to eat them. Then we will put that knowledge to practice and make our own healthy snacks to enjoy! Provided by: Megan Horstman and Amy Cordingley, Hy-Vee Dietitians |
| Tuesday, 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: Dubuque Humane Society |
| Wednesday, March 13 K9 Unit and Squad Car K9 Officers will lead a live demonstration featuring how police dogs work. Then students will get the chance to tour a squad car and check out the equipment and tech within them. Questions about the work of police officers and their K9 partners are welcomed throughout the activity. Provided by: Dubuque Police Department |
| Mondays, March 18 through April 15 Virtual Reality Expedition: Group 1 Come on a virtual expedition around the world! With the use of virtual technology, students will scuba dive with sharks, explore ancient ruins and tour the International Space Station. This activity is limited to six students and those participating cannot participate in Virtual Reality Expedition – Group 2. Provided by: Creative Adventure Lab |
| Wednesday, March 20 through April 17 Virtual Reality Expedition: Group 2 Come on a virtual expedition around the world! With the use of virtual technology, students will scuba dive with sharks, explore ancient ruins and tour the International Space Station. This activity is limited to six students and those participating cannot have participated in Virtual Reality Expedition – Group 1. Provided by: Creative Adventure Lab |
| Tuesday, April 9 SNAKES! Respect is easier to give when you see things from others’ point of view. As a not-so-common companion joins 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: Dubuque Humane Society |
| Wednesday, April 10 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 along. Provided by: Swiss Valley Nature Preserve and Nature Center |
| Wednesday, April 17 Magic Workshop Magician Rick Eugene will teach you to master some magic tricks that will impress your friends and family! Provided by: Carnegie-Stout Public Library |
| Wednesdays and Thursdays, April 17 through May 2 Piano/Keyboard Try your hand at piano/keyboard. Learn simple 3-chord and 4-chord songs. You can also explore classical piano lessons in this beginner’s course. Provided by: Jill Duggan, TJMS Music Teacher |
| Thursday, May 9 Making a Healthy Snack Get cooking with this fun activity! Students will learn the many steps and techniques that go into preparing a healthy snack, then they’ll prepare their own healthy snack to enjoy. Provided by: Jackie Ament, DCSD Food and Nutrition Assistant Manager |
| Monday, May 13 Dubuque Humane Society (FIELD TRIP) In this session, we will see the life of a shelter animal! Students will be touring the Dubuque Regional Humane Society for this session. Provided by: Dubuque Humane Society |
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.