Davenport Community Schools Programs

Stepping Stones (enrollment form) – Students in grades K-5 can sizzle up their summer by participating in Stepping Stones activities at Monroe and Garfield Elementary Schools. Activities include a focus on language arts and math, fun with creative arts and technology, character building, field trips and recreation activities.

Pathways (enrollment form) – The Pathways Program offers enrichment activities for intermediate aged students with a focus on academics as well as career opportunities. Academic core areas covered are reading and math with many creative activities to keep students’ interest.

Summer Literacy Academy – First and second graders who need extra literacy instruction over the summer will participate in flexible work groups focused on various reading initiatives. Small groups will meet daily to develop comprehension strategies and skills. Academies will be held at Buchanan and Washington Elementary Schools for eligible students.

Summer Math Camp – Intermediate students needing supplemental math instruction may attend Math Camp. This camp is designed to motivate and interest students who are eligible for this supplemental learning opportunity. Math Camps are offered at all intermediate schools and the 8th grade students will attend math camp at their high school


Community Partners

Davenport is rich in community resources that families can explore over the summer months. Be sure to check out the great programs available right at our doorstep:

• Davenport Public Library – check out their great summer reading programs at www.davenportlibrary.com/
  Introducing the 2008 Summer Reading Program: “Catch the Reading Bug” for children in 5th grade and under; “Metamorphosis” for teens; and “READiscover Your Library” for adults. Between June 2 and July 24, people of all ages can come to the Main Street & Fairmount Street Libraries to register and pick up a reading log. Once the log is completed, return it to the Library for a great prize!
• Bettendorf Children’s Museum – check out their summer class schedule at http://www.familymuseum.org/
  The Mission of the Family Museum is to inspire life-long learning in children through interactive arts and science activities and exhibits. The museum offers a variety of summer classes and activities for all ages.
• Figge – check out the exciting art offerings at the Figge at http://www.figgeartmuseum.org/Education
  The Figge Art Museum draws upon the rich history of the Davenport Museum of Art while setting new standards for cultural, social and economic development. The new facility provides unparalleled social, cultural and educational spaces for the community. This exciting resource offers many classes for all ages and ability levels.
• Putnam/Imax – check out the summer classes and great Imax movies at http://www.putnam.org/
  Explore history, science and nature with experienced instructors who know that busy kids are happy kids. Bring along snacks, and a lunch from home for full day camps. Camps meet Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm unless specified
• Scott County YMCA – check out summer classes, camps and all around fun at the Scott County Y at http://www.scottcountyfamilyy.org/
  A beautiful gift like YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln is something that has to be shared with the entire world. That’s why our staff have put together such an incredible array of programs. We want to get everyone involved in activities that not only help to grow a healthy spirit, mind and body, but grow a healthy spirit, mind and body in a wilderness environment.
• Davenport Park and Recreation – check out summer classes and so much more at http://www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/egov/docs/1208184152162.htm
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  Davenport Park and Recreation department has organized a wide array of activities, events for all ages throughout the parks in Davenport. This is a great way to have some fun and take in all the wonderful parks we have in our area.
• River Music Experience – check out the exciting summer Rock Camp at http://www.rivermusicexperience.org/
  The River Music Experience (RME) exists to give Quad-City residents and visitors opportunities to experience America's music, and most especially the music of the Mississippi River, through live music performances and programs which nurture, educate and inspire musicians, and music appreciators.
• River Action - check out their new guided learning opportunities this summer at http://www.riveraction.org/nuke73/index.php
  River Action Nearly two decades ago, River Action was founded to assure access to and enhancement of the Mississippi River corridor in the Quad Cities.
• Center for Alcohol and Drug Services – www.cads.ia.com
  The Center for Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc. (CADS) is a non-profit organization established to provide substance abuse prevention, assessment, treatment, and referral services for individuals, groups, and organizations in eastern Iowa and western Illinois, through a combination of private and public funds. There are a variety of summer programs available for kids of all ages.
• Friendly House – check out the many services provided by Friendly House at http://www.friendlyhouseiowa.org/
  The mission of the Friendly House is to respond to the needs of families and individuals through programs and services that will enrich their lives and strengthen our neighborhood. This is done through a variety of family programming, child care services and preschool as well as special events.
• Quad City Red Cross - check out the many services provided by Red Cross at http://www.qcredcross.org/
  The Quad City Red Cross offers a variety of classes as well as educational fun camps for kids this summer!
• United Neighbors – www.unitedneighbors.com
  United Neighbors, Inc. is an accessible resource serving individuals, families and neighborhoods in need as they strive to better and sustain their quality of life. From June 16 – July 18, UNI will be in three parks providing free, structured educational and recreational activities for children between the ages of 5 – 12. Summer hours are 9:00am – 3:00pm, five days a week.
   

Special events

The Quad Cities offers a host of special events throughout the summer. Here are just a few examples of a great way to have a good time and learn at the same time:

• Tours of the Colonel Davenport House - Arsenal Island
  June 12 – 15, 19 – 22, 26 – 29 – noon-4:00pm at the north shore of Arsenal Island. Visit www.davenporthouse.org
• “Spin: Science of Rotation” - Bettendorf
  June 14 – this traveling exhibit opens at the Family Museum, visit family www.museum.org
• Blossoms at Butterworth – Moline
  Trolley tours of historic homes and gardens with children’s activities and games from the 1800s
  June 22, noon – 5:00pm, visit www.butterworthcenter.com
• Music on the Lawn – Butterworth Center, Moline
  Children’s singer and story teller, visit www.butterworthcenter.com
  July 9, 7:00pm
• Elephants’ Birthday Celebration – Niabi Zoo
  Birthday activities and celebration for the elephants at the zoo
  July 19 at 9:30am, visit www.niabizoo.com
• Village Alive – Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, Long Grove
  Demonstrations, re-enaction of 18902’s life
  July 27, 1- 5, visit www.scottcountyiowa.com
• Prophetstown Pow Wow – Prophetstown State Recreation Area
  Native food, art and activities
  August 3, 10am – 7:00pm
• Celtic Highland Games – Davenport Fair Grounds
  August 23, 9:00am – midnight, visit www.celtichighlandgames.org