Lifeguard certification course to prepare students for employment at a pool. Classes 5 New Certification classes and 4 Review classes January-March 2020.

Build My Future is an immersive hands on event that allows participants to see multiple career paths available in Iowa. Participants will be able to get their hands on many careers in urgent need of a skilled workforce. Find more information at www.iowaskilledtrades.com .

Street Survival is a one day teen safe-driving program designed to go give teens the hands-on experience and tools to become smarter, safer drivers. Challenging driving situations on a private course allows students to experience abnormal vehicle behavior in a safe and supervised environment.

The IYFL is proud to offer two unique pathways to anglers. The mission of the Iowa Youth Fishing League is to support youth fishing among Iowans through educational programs, mentoring and competition, so that Iowa youth develop leadership skills and become stewards of our natural resources.

Chess it up Iowa, a 501(c)(3), is sponsoring a series of 10 week long Chess Classes. There are classes for all ages and skill levels. Monday evening courses are held in West Des Moines, and Sunday classes are held in Ankeny. Check out the details on our website Chessitupiowa.org/classes

Information on bringing live animals to your classroom, taking a field trip to the zoo, or adding our programming into your after school program.

Tutor Heroes, homework help for students 9-12th grades, through the end of the school year. Tutors come from area universities. Subject areas include science, math, and Spanish. (NOTE: This is not a Des Moines Public Schools activity. The district shares this information as a courtesy to create awareness of community opportunities available to our students and their families.)

Lifeguard certification course to prepare students for employment at a pool. 5 New Certification classes and 3 Review classes April-June 2020.

Jordan Scholars Institute continues to offer selected potential young metro area leaders the opportunity to explore the important role of community service and the nature of leadership through small group meetings with leaders in Central Iowa. (NOTE: This is not a Des Moines Public Schools activity. The district shares this information as a courtesy to create awareness of community opportunities available to our students and their families.)

Tour the Historic Jordan House, learning about Pioneers and abolitionists in one of the oldest homes standing in Polk County. It is the only central Iowa stop on the Underground Railroad open to the public. (NOTE: This is not a Des Moines Public Schools activity. The district shares this information as a courtesy to create awareness of community opportunities available to our students and their families.)