Digital Backpack

10/12/2024 |

6:15 pm

Nathan’s Miles Glow Run 2024

We are proud to announce the 4th Annual Nathan’s Miles Glow Fun Run 5K!!! This is a great, affordable family event. Last year there were over 200 participants and Nathan’s Miles Foundation was able to give TWO $2,000 scholarships to two graduating seniors from Vinton-Shellsburg through registrations and generous donations!! There will be a Kids Glow Run at 6:15pm, and then the 5K begins at 7:00pm. You can register for the event at the link below. **To be guaranteed a shirt, you must register by Sunday, September 22, 2024!** Let’s get out and get our FUN RUN ON!!!!! **This is an untimed event, that is for fun and enjoyment. If you want to time yourself feel free, but there are no prizes for placing in this race**

10/08/2024 |

(All Day)

Viking Wrestling Club

The Viking Wrestling club is designed to help area youth improve their wrestling skills, be part of a team, and build a foundation for future wrestling activities. There will be several optional opportunities throughout the season to attend tournaments and dual meets across Iowa in preparation for AAU and Super Pee Wee District and State competitions. None of these events are required – just attending practices is fine too! NEW this year we will be adding a GIRLS ONLY practice on Monday nights!

09/19/2024 |

6:30 pm

ACT Raising Safe Kids

Location: Zoom
Event for: Parents/caregivers of children between the ages of birth to eight years,
Cost: $40 Scholarships available upon request. Email mrader@iastate.edu
Organizer: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Contact: Malisa Rader
Email: mrader@iastate.edu
Phone: 515-708-0622

Strengthen your parenting skills with children birth to age 8, and join other parents and caregivers to learn about positive parenting practices that help create stable, safe, healthy, and nurturing environments and relationships.

11/07/2024 |

(All Day)

Go Further Girls in STEM Conference

Location: Iowa State University Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50011
Event for: Grades 8-10
Cost: Early registration: $30; After 10/22: $35
Organizer: Iowa State University Program for Women in Science and Engineering
Contact: Taylor Bryan
Email: tbryan@iastate.edu
Phone: 515-294-5814

The Go Further Girls in STEM Conference is for all students in grades 8-10 to interact with STEM role models, learn about various STEM fields and opportunities at Iowa State, develop confidence, and be empowered to pursue STEM careers. Conference Dates: Saturday, October 26th Thursday, October 31st Thursday, November 7th

09/17/2024 |

5:00 pm

Tuesday Transition Topic Night

We are having our first Tuesday Transition Topics on September 17 from 5-7 in the high school library. We will have guests discussing guardianship/conservatorship and waivers/Medicaid. The purpose of Tuesday Transition Topics is to provide resources and information to parents and assist them through the special education transition process.

09/27/2024 |

2:00 pm

Tanager Expressive Arts

After school activity at the Vinton Public Library. Trained staff from Tanager will provide ways to express ourselves. “That expression can occur through music, painting, dance, poetry, clay, acting or another art form. Expressive arts are a powerful intervention for children and families that has shown to boost self-confidence, develop inner strengths, and explore emotions.”

09/26/2024 |

6:00 pm

Joined Forces Book Club

Grab a buddy and let’s read! This book club is for children 7-12 years of age, and they can read with a partner. Come to Joined Forces Book Club and tell us all about the book you read!