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Welcome to the February edition of the Jewels Academy newsletter! As the winter frost begins to give way to the first hints of spring, we are leaning into the season of growth, passion, and connection.Whether we’re diving into new creative projects or mastering complex challenges, February serves as a reminder that with a little pressure and a lot of heart, we all have the potential to shine. We’re so glad to have you on this journey with us!

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Parts to Propellers: Create Your Own Drone!

Saturday, April 11th | 9am - 12pm

Location: Jewels Academy

Grades: 4 - 8 grade

Ever wondered how drones are built? Now’s your chance to assemble, wire, and fly your own drone! Snacks are included! 
Limited spots – reserve your seat today!
Register here: https://ja2005.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=2192& 

Questions? Email: info@jeweslacademy.org

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Crazy Chemical Creations

Date:  3/26/2026 - 4/23/2026
Days:  Thursdays 

Age: K - 3rd grade
Time:  3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Location:  Waukee Elementary: Art Rm 122

Instructor:  Jewels Academy Staff

Get ready for an explosion of fun and discovery in Crazy Chemical Creations! This is your chance to trade in your homework for a lab coat as we dive into the exciting world of atoms and molecules! 

For more information and to sign up, follow the link:
https://waukee.revtrak.net/community-education/rw-community-education/

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YES Summer Kitchen Chemistry Camp!
Science You Can Eat! Join us this July for three action-packed Saturdays in Des Moines. From messy experiments to a food science field trip, we’re turning the city into a giant laboratory!

July 11th, 18th, 25th from 9 am-12 pm

Age: K - 8th grade

Located at Jewels Academy, 1620 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50314, Conference Room 1

$90.00 for the entire camp. 
To sign up, follow this link: https://ja2005.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=2242& 

Scholarship available, apply here: https://jewelsacademy.org/scholarships/
If Questions, please email Gena at info@Jewelsacademy.org

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Become a Drone Explorer!


Saturday, April 11th | 9am - 12pm


Location: Jewels Academy

Grades: K-3rd grade

In this hands-on experience, young learners explore how flight works through fun explanations, simple experiments, and safe drone flying time. Children learn by testing, observing, and playing—discovering how air, movement, and propellers help drones lift off and land.

Scholarships available:  Scholarships – Jewels Academy

Limited spots available, so make sure to secure your place today. We can’t wait to see you fly high at Drone Jewels Academy! 

Questions? Reach out to Gena Wolgamott at info@jewelsacademy.org

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Join Jewels Academy Peer Mentoring Virtual Program

6 weeks on Tuesdays starting

June 9th-July 14th  from 5 pm-6:30 pm CST

A weekly interactive virtual training program designed to enhance and develop the peer mentoring skills, providing them with valuable tools and strategies that will benefit them throughout the summer and beyond.

To learn more, follow the link

https://ja2005.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=2292&

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2026 Volunteer Opportunities at Jewels Academy!
We’re excited to share upcoming ways to get involved and make an impact in 2026:

Wilkie House Outreach
 February 12 | 4:00–5:00 PM


YES 1-Day Drone Program
 February 28 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM


Waukee Elementary Program
 March 26, April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30 | 3:45–4:45 PM

 

Brubaker Girls program

March 3rd, 10th, 24th, and 31st. | 3:00–4:00 PM


Register to volunteer with Jewels Academy and help inspire the next generation!
 Register here: https://ja2005.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/ja2005/survey.jsp?surveyId=61&
Questions can be directed to Gena Wolgamott, Operations Manager at gena@jewelsacademy.org

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