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.
ISU Extension & Outreach Summer Camps
June 10 – July 9, 2024
RSVP By
May 15, 2024
Location
14858 West Ridge Lane, Suite 2 Dubuque, Iowa 52003
Event For
Current kindergarten through fourth graders
Cost
$30
Organization
Iowa State Extension and Outreach, Dubuque County
Contact
Amy Decker
Email
adecker1@iastate.edu
Phone
(563) 583-6496
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Additional Information
Each Monday we have an all day summer camp at our office that will offer great hands on enrichment activities for students. Loras College Women’s Basketball Kids Night Out
April 12, 2024
Start Time
5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.M
RSVP By
April 12, 2024
Location
Graber Sports Center on the campus of Loras College
Event For
Pre K - 6th grade students
Cost
$25 for 1 child, $40 for 2 children, $50 for 3 children
Organization
Loras College Women's Basketball
Contact
Justin Busch
Email
justin.busch@loras.edu
Phone
(563) 588-7947
Website
lorasgirlsbasketballcamp.com
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Additional Information
Come out to Loras College to hang out with the Women’s Basketball Team on Friday, April 12th! There will be games, a bounce house, food, and more! Anyone in Pre-K through 6th grade is welcome. The event runs from 5:30-8:30p.m. Clarke University Summer Camps 2024
March 30 – July 26, 2024
Location
Clarke University Campus
Event For
Varying grades Pre-K through 12th grade
Cost
Varies
Organization
Clarke University
Contact
Gayle Langel
Email
gayle.langel@clarke.edu
Phone
(563) 588-6492
Website
http://clarke.edu/summercamps
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Additional Information
Clarke University is thrilled to host some of your favorite long-standing summer activities and introduce a few new ones for 2024! Programs cover a wide range of ages and interests, each proudly led by Clarke faculty with the help of area professionals and alumni. Junk Drawer Wind Chimes
March 26, 2024
Start Time
4 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 12-18
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Haidee Cardoso
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
With the arrival of spring, welcome warmer days with this craft! Upcycle items traditionally found in a junk drawer to create a wind chime. STEM at Bat
April 5 – April 6, 2024
RSVP By
March 29, 2024
Location
UW-Platteville Campus
Event For
8th-12th grade
Cost
$125
Organization
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Contact
Jodi Prosise
Email
prosisej@uwplatt.edu
Phone
(608) 342-1534
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Additional Information
You will explore how STEM fields apply to softball, baseball, and other sports and what types of careers are available. You will get to watch a University of Wisconsin-Platteville softball practice, participate in a panel discussion with the team and coaches, and attend a baseball game. Diving Camp
April 2 – May 21, 2024
Start Time
4:00-5:30 p.m.
RSVP By
April 9, 2024
Location
Hempstead Aquatic Center
Event For
4th-8th grade students
Cost
$75
Organization
Diving Camp
Contact
Megan Rush
Email
mrush@dbqschools.org
Phone
(563) 581-1189
Additional Information
Athletes 4th grade to 8th grade can come and try diving. We will be going through front and back approaches, new dives and proper water entry. Mindful Musicians Spring Session
April 1 – May 23, 2024
Start Time
5:00 p.m.
RSVP By
March 24, 2024
Location
Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Ave., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
0-6 year-olds
Cost
$150/child, $85 additional sibling
Organization
Centrally Rooted
Contact
Jill Klinebriel
Phone
(563) 581-8667
Additional Information
Mindful Musicians is an 8-week interactive class that promotes brain health through the language of music. Classes are for 0 - 6 -year-olds WITH a caregiver/parent. Each 8 week session includes one 45 min class/week, access to digital music, and a canvas tote bag with a surprise gift. Dubuque Youth Lacrosse
March 20 – June 10, 2024
Start Time
6:00 p.m.
RSVP By
April 8, 2024
Location
Practices are at Port of Dubuque in the open field next to Diamond Jo and McGraw Hill on E 6th St.
Event For
Youth ages 8-18
Cost
$150 goes toward field rental, uniforms, tournament fees, officiating costs
Organization
Dubuque Bulldog Lacrosse
Contact
Tami Gudenkauf
Phone
(563) 581-7149
Additional Information
Youth lacrosse for all ages, come join the fastest growing sport in the Midwest! Learn to play the exciting game learning skills and coordination to play the game and have fun with your friends. We have youth girls teams and youth boys teams and a high school team. Game to Gain: Teens’ Job Prep & Esports Adventure
April 2 – May 7, 2024
Start Time
5:30-7:30 p.m.
RSVP By
April 1, 2024
Location
Dubuque Esports League, 3220 Dodge Street, Suite 109, Dubuque, IA 52003
Event For
High Schoolers
Cost
$300 for 6 week or $500 for two 6 weeks
Organization
Dubuque Esports League
Contact
Jaylee Keller
Email
jkeller@dbqesports.org
Phone
(563) 241-5690
Website
https://dbqesports.org/
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Additional Information
Our program is designed to empower and equip teenagers aged 14-18 with the essential skills and confidence needed to navigate the professional world successfully. We believe that by collaborating with businesses like yours, we can provide valuable insights into various career opportunities while con Camp Ewalu
June 9 – August 9, 2024
Location
37776 Alpha Ave., Strawberry Point, IA 52076
Event For
Elementary, middle school and high school students
Cost
Most programs range from $150 to $525. Camp scholarships available if cost is an obstacle!
Organization
Camp Ewalu
Contact
Steph Boeding
Email
steph@ewalu.org
Phone
(515) 205-2853
Website
https://ewalu.org/summer-camp
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Additional Information
REGISTER NOW for summer camp at Ewalu Camp & Retreat Center! Programs for grades 1-12 & special needs As an accredited Lutheran-Christian outdoor ministry, Ewalu offers a variety of programs all summer for youth, guided by trained counselors. No child is turned away for reasons of financial need.