Digital Backpack
Welcome to the Digital Backpack!
Dubuque is lucky to have a wide variety of events that support the education, health, wellness, quality of life, and enrichment of our students and the entire community. The district's Digital Backpack is a central, paperless way to share non-profit and educational information with families.
Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students
May 26 – December 31, 2025
Location
Virtual
Event For
Caregivers of students in Grades K-6
Cost
Free
Organization
Iowa Reading Research Center
Contact
Leah Zimmermann
Phone
(319) 335-5324
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Additional Information
The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) invites parents and caregivers of K-6 students to complete a brief online survey. Survey results will help the IRRC understand and create resources related to parent/caregiver understanding and perceptions of literacy assessments and related supports. Kids Creator Camp for Incoming Grades 6-9
June 19, 2025
Start Time
9:00 a.m.
RSVP By
June 1, 2025
Location
In-Home Art Studio (4951 Gabriel Dr., Dubuque, IA)
Event For
Incoming Grades 6-9
Cost
$120
Organization
Lovely Little Light
Contact
Ana Dellamuth
Phone
(563) 542-8590
Website
https://www.lovelylittlelight.com/product-page/youth-calligraphy-crafts-camp-incoming-grades-6-9
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Additional Information
In this camp, kids in grades 6-9 will have the opportunity to CREATE amazing products. This one-day camp is perfect for anyone who loves to experiment with new art techniques and have fun making unique projects! Kids Creator Camp for Incoming Grades 3-5
June 17, 2025
Start Time
9:00 a.m.
RSVP By
June 1, 2025
Location
In-Home Art Studio (4951 Gabriel Dr., Dubuque, IA)
Event For
Incoming Grades 3-5
Cost
$120
Organization
Lovely Little Light
Contact
Ana Dellamuth
Phone
(563) 542-8590
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Additional Information
In this camp you will have the opportunity to CREATE amazing products with your own designs. This one-day camp is perfect for anyone who loves to experiment with new art techniques and have fun making unique projects. Dubuque Senior Volleyball Skills Clinic #2
June 23 – June 30, 2025
Start Time
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
RSVP By
June 23, 2025
Location
Dubuque Senior High School Lower Gym
Event For
Grades 3rd - 8th
Cost
$15
Organization
Dubuque Senior Volleyball
Contact
Haley Zenner
Email
hzenner@dbqschools.org
Phone
(563) 564-7294
Additional Information
Clinics will be held June 23rd & June 30th. These clinics are designed to provide instruction on all fundamentals of volleyball. Each week we will work on mastering the proper fundamentals for all positions and skills through a mix of drills and games. Dubuque Senior Volleyball Skills Camp #1
June 2 – June 9, 2025
Start Time
5:00p.m.-6:00 p.m.
RSVP By
June 2, 2025
Location
Dubuque Senior High School Lower Gym
Event For
Grades 3rd - 8th
Cost
$15
Organization
Dubuque Senior Volleyball
Contact
Haley Zenner
Email
hzenner@dbqschools.org
Phone
(563) 564-7294
Additional Information
Clinics will be held June 2nd & June 9th. These clinics are designed to provide instruction on all fundamentals of volleyball. Each week we will work on mastering the proper fundamentals for all positions and skills through a mix of drills and games. Maureen Bortscheller’s Summer Tennis Camp
June 10 – July 3, 2025
Start Time
8:00-9:00 a.m. Middle School & 9-10a.m. high school
RSVP By
June 6, 2025
Location
Roos courts at Hempstead
Event For
Middle school and high school students
Cost
$170
Organization
Maureen Bortscheller
Contact
Maureen Bortscheller
Phone
(563) 451-7899
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Additional Information
Summer Tennis Camp is on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays for 4 weeks. Students will learn the skills needed to play tennis, proper etiquette, and how to play matches. Arbor Oaks Bible Chapel Vacation Bible School
June 15 – June 19, 2025
Start Time
6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
RSVP By
June 13, 2025
Location
Arbor Oaks Bible Chapel- 2843 JFK Rd Dubuque IA 52002
Event For
Ages 4-10
Cost
Free
Organization
Arbor Oaks Bible Chapel
Contact
Laurie Fleming
Email
lauriejoy21@gmail.com
Phone
(563) 663-5088
Website
arboroaksbible.org/vbs
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Additional Information
Join us for a Bible message, games, crafts, singing and snacks! 2025 Iowa Summer Camp List Provided by ASK Resource Center
June 1 – September 1, 2025
Location
Across the state of Iowa
Event For
Children and young adults with disabilities
Cost
Depends on camp and event
Organization
ASK Resource Center
Contact
ASK Resource Center
Phone
(515) 243-1713
Website
https://www.askresource.org/
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Additional Information
Summer is all about having fun, and at ASK Resource Center we want to make it easier for children and young adults with disabilities across Iowa to access all the summer fun! Regardless of your child's age or ability, planning is an essential component for a smooth-sailing summer. Loras College Tennis Camps
July 28 – July 31, 2025
Start Time
Skills Camp: 8-10:30 AM; High School Camp; 12-2:30 PM
RSVP By
July 27, 2025
Location
Loras College Tucker Tennis Courts - 1600 Cox Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Elementary and high school students
Cost
$150
Organization
Loras College
Contact
Cam Long
Email
camden.long@loras.edu
Phone
(563) 581-9948
Website
https://tennis.duhawkcamps.com
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Additional Information
Loras Tennis Skills Camp teaches fundamentals to beginners. Campers learn the basics of tennis in a fun environment encouraging future participation. Loras Tennis High School Camp focuses on improving the playing ability of high schoolers. Campers focus on match strategies to enhance their game. Summer Reading Program
June 2 – August 9, 2025
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
All Ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Youth Services
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
Website
www.carnegiestout.org
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Additional Information
Level up at the library this summer! Join us for a variety of free programs for all ages and sign up for the Summer Reading Program. The concept is simple (and fun!): read books to earn prizes. Kids ages 0 – 17 can sign up at the Children’s Help Desk or online at carnegiestout.org beginning June 2nd