LEAP Activities
LEAP programming at Washington 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
Washington LEAP activities are offered:
Monday through Friday afternoons
from 2:30-4 p.m.
Here are a few upcoming activities…
| Mondays through Fridays Homework Help Take advantage of the quiet space to complete homework, plus assistance is available for those challenging assignments. Provided by: Washington Middle School |
| Mondays through Thursdays, beginning Monday, Sept 12th through Thursday, May 25th Coloring and Relaxation Want to unwind after a long day of school? Look no further by signing up for coloring and relaxation! Whether you like to sketch, free-hand, or use pre-made drawings, this class has a little something for everyone in a relaxing environment that will have you feeling stress-free as you leave! Provided by: Allyson Lukens; GWMS Teacher |
| Mondays, beginning September 12 (excludes non-school and conference dates) GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Washington’s Gay Straight Alliance group is a judgement free group for all students to feel comfortable being themselves. In this group we will have open discussions, participate in a variety of activities, and get involved in the school community. All are welcome! Provided by Danielle Daughetee, GWMS Counselor |
| Mondays, beginning September 12 through May 22 (excludes non-school and conference dates) Cricut Club Are you creative? Do you love making personalized items? If so, join this club! Within this group, we will be able to create personalized items using a Cricut machine. Provided by: Amanda Johnson, GWMS Teacher |
| Mondays, beginning September 19 through February 27 (excludes non-school and conference dates) MATHCOUNTS MATHCOUNTS offers fun and engaging programs that get middle school students excited about math. These programs include the MATHCOUNTS Competition in February. Provided by: Karla Digmann, GWMS Teacher |
| Wednesdays beginning September 21 through October 19 (excludes non-school and conference dates) Creating Artwork for Washington Work together to plan, design, and create large paintings for the hallways here at Washington. Students will work in groups painting on large canvases with acrylic paints, so make sure to wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained! Provided by: Veronica Gregory, GWMS Teacher |
| Thursdays, beginning October 6 through May 25 (excludes non-school and conference dates) Student Ambassadors Student Ambassadors is a school activity for leaders who are willing to stand up and encourage others to do what’s right as well as model positive behaviors for their school community. You will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, during the school day as well as through LEAP, that promote a positive school environment. See Mrs. Dowell if you are interested. Provided by: Sara Dowell, GWMS Counselor |
| Mondays through Thursdays, beginning Tuesday, October 4 through Thursday, May 25 (excludes non-school and conference dates) All Booked If you want the chance to read great books and have fun discussion about them, you should join “All Booked.” In this LEAP you will have time to read, relax and discuss important topics through books. This book club will meet Monday-Thursday each week. Monday- Wednesday will be DEAR (drop everything and read) and Thursday will be the days that we discuss what we have been reading. Provided by: Erin Schroeder, GWMS Teacher |
| Tuesdays, beginning October 4 through November 15 (excludes non-school and conference dates) Making Your Own Art or Writing Journal Do you love art and writing? Would you love to design and create your own journals to express yourself in? If this is you, then THIS is a class for you! You will learn to create a Japanese stab book or an accordion book. Then you will learn the art of gel printing and collage to spice up your pages. You will need to attend all of the sessions. Provided by: Lorilee Hamel, GWMS Instructional Coach |
| First Wednesday of the Month, beginning October 5 through May 3 (excludes non-school and conference dates) Book Club In Book Club, we will have the opportunity to select a book to read each month. Following the completion of each book, we will have a discussion as well as engage in activities celebrating the themes in the month’s book. Interested students may email Ms. Kueter before the first meeting with book suggestions. Provided by: Sydney Kueter, GWMS Teacher |
| Monday, October 10 Creating a character! Students will explore movement and vocal techniques to create a character totally unlike yourself! A whole new you will emerge through fun games and some props and costumes too! Be ready to move and participate! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company |
| Wednesday, October 12 Acting 101! It’s time to take your acting to the next level! Students will explore the building blocks of acting and use it to create a scene alive with drama and fun! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company. |
| Thursday, October 14 K-9 Unit & 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. Provided by: Officer Nicole Brehm; Dubuque Police Department |
| Tuesday, September 27, October 4, November 15 , December 6 Yoga This playful yoga class is designed to give teens tools they can use to reduce stress in their lives, promote positive mindfulness, and increase strength and flexibility. Each class will include a series of poses, breathing exercises, and meditation practices. Provided by: Sandra Gotto, Challenge to Change Instructor |
| Monday, November 7 Theatre Fun and Games Students will show off their vocal and movement skills in a series of fun theatre related games! Be ready to move and participate in this fast paced session guaranteed to sharpen your acting skills and keep you smiling! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company |
| Wednesday, November 9 Improvisation Acting Workshop If you like making things up on the spot, this session is for you! Students and staff will engage in a series of improvisational games to keep you on your toes! Get ready to jump right into this unscripted fun! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company |
| Thursday, November 17 Rockin’ Reptiles and Awesome Amphibians Snakes and turtles and frogs, oh my. Learn more about these scaly creatures in a hands on program about reptiles and amphibians. Provided by: Megan Hahn, Outreach & Distance Learning Coordinator National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
| Monday, December 12 Musical Theatre Dance Workshop It’s time to get moving in this dance workshop where students will be taught choreography for a big musical number! Get your jazz hands ready and be dressed to dance! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company |
| Wednesday, December 14 Musical Theatre Dance Workshop: Take 2 It’s time to get moving in this dance workshop where students will be taught choreography for a big musical number! Get your jazz hands ready and be dressed to dance! A different song will be taught in this session! Provided by: Rising Star Theatre Company. |
| Thursday, January 19 Flying Fun Explore the evolution of flight from catapults to rockets. Learn about some awesome air vessels and create your own aircraft. Provided by: Megan Hahn, Outreach & Distance Learning Coordinator National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium |
Students will meet in the cafeteria right after school. They’ll grab a free snack and head to the location of the LEAP activity.
Students will exit from the main entrance on Grandview Avenue when the program concludes at 4 p.m.
Complete the LEAP Parent Permission Form (PDF) and have your student return it to the attendance office. Students can’t participate without this form on file for 2022-2023.
Students will have the opportunity to sign-up for LEAP activities in their school’s attendance office as they are announced. 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 attendance office or guidance counselor.