Upcoming College Visits
Make sure to check your emails regarding college visit information!
College Class Information:
Please email Jennifer with any questions – jennifer.austin@camanchecsd.org
Registration deadline for Fall 26 is May 15th.
Summer Campus Visit Days - Kirkwood
Our summer Campus Visit Days are a fantastic opportunity for students to explore campus, discover potential majors, and connect with current students and faculty. This year's dates are:
• Wednesday, June 24
• Tuesday, July 21
These events are especially great for incoming seniors (Class of 2027) and juniors (Class of 2028) who are beginning to explore their college options. Families are welcome too! Registration is available at www.kirkwood.edu/visit.
Summer Camp Opportunities- Some have a cost but also have a scholarship opportunity. Please let me know if you have questions or want help applying for the scholarship - Jennifer 563-503-0859
HERO University of Iowa Opportunity:
Please see the attached flyer and link below for information about the HERO (Healthcare Experience and Research in Oncology) program, a two week virtual summer experience (July 20–31, 2026) for Iowa high school students interested in cancer research, healthcare, or STEM fields. Participants receive mentorship, hands-on research experience, and a $500 stipend.
Applications are open until April 24, 2026. Eligible students can apply here: Healthcare Experience and Research in Oncology | Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center - University of Iowa Health Care
Cancer STEM K-12 Educational Programming | The University of Iowa
Drake Media summer camp July 7-10
High school students are invited to sign up for our annual Media Now summer camp July 7-10 at Drake University in Des Moines. Students will have a chance to stay in the dorms and eat in the Drake dining hall – all while growing their journalism and media skills. Click here for more information
Drake Opportunities for Gaining Skills in Healthcare
In-Person at Drake University
Thursday-Saturday, July 9-11, 2026
BullD.O.G.S. in Healthcare is a program that will introduce you to careers in the health professions by educating you about opportunities in health sciences and inspiring you to explore different pathways. You will participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, educational sessions, and interactive discussions with students and faculty in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences to understand how to best prepare for a career in healthcare. Special emphasis is placed on promoting careers in nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy and many others. The overarching goal of this program is to expose you to a wide variety of opportunities within healthcare and educate you about how you can best prepare for a career in the health professions. Click here for more information
We’re excited to share that Greenlee is hosting its annual Sports Media and Communication Training Camp (SMTC) this summer. This is an incredible opportunity for high school students who are interested in sports and media careers. We also have a few students in our group who are from the Camanche area, so it was especially important to us to make sure this opportunity reached counselors like you who are making such a big impact on students’ futures.
Here’s a quick look at the camp:
• Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
• Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Location: Iowa State University (Hilton Coliseum & Hamilton Hall)
• Cost: $50 (includes lunch, t-shirt, and all activities)
• Financial assistance: Available
This is not your typical sit-and-listen camp; students actually do the work. Throughout the day, they’ll:
• Step inside real control rooms used for ESPN+ productions
• Film and edit their own sports footage
• Tour Hilton Coliseum and see behind the scenes of Iowa State Athletics
• Meet professionals and students who are actively working in the industry
It’s a really fun, high-energy day that gives students a genuine feel for what a future in sports media could look like.
Registration link below: Spots are limited, and registration will close once the camp fills -
26-27 School Year
University of Iowa Visit for Seniors - Wednesday, September 9th. Please see Mrs. Harvey to get signed up!
Great resource for all things careers and scholarships. Check it out! https://studentscholarships.org/
Drivers Education Class – Do you have a student getting ready to drive? Mississippi Bend AEA offers a Driver Education Program to meet your student's needs. We have openings starting in the June 1st session! Visit this link to get your student registered! https://drivered.mbaea.org/student-programs/drivereducation/
For more information, please contact Anna Johnson at 563-344-6575 or ajohnson@mbaea.org.
Activity Passes – Student = $80.00; Adult = $140.00; Family = $250.00
Student ID/Lunch Cards – There will be a $2.00 fee charged for lost cards
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE:
May 16 – B 1A District Tennis (V) vs. Multiple Schools @ Byrnes Park Tennis Center, 8:00 am
May 18 – B 2A District Golf (V) vs. Multiple Schools @ Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club, 10:00 am
*For schedule changes/cancellations, please visit the Bound website at
https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/camanche
Dates to Remember:
May 19: HS Band & Choir Concert, 6:00 pm, HS Auditorium
May 21: Seniors’ Last Day
May 22: Grad Practice/Walk, 9:00 am
May 24: Graduation, 3:00 pm, HS Gymnasium
May 29: 2nd Semester Ends