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Prairie Backpack

College Community School District’s “green” approach to distributing information from school sponsored activities and non-profit organizations.

Athletics

Events

  • Swisher Youth Sports Fall Registration is OPEN! -SIGN UP TODAY-

    Location
    Castek Swisher Park - Swisher
    Audience
    Preschool, Elementary School, Intermediate School, and Middle School
    Cost
    $25 - $35
    RSVP
    Jul 31, 2025
    Organization
    Swisher Youth Sports
    Contact
    Swisher Youth Sports
    Email
    swisher.iasports@gmail.com
    Phone
    (563) 419-0135

    Information

    Fall 2025 Lineup & Pricing:
    🔸 Intro to Sports (Ages 3–4) – $25
    A fun, no-pressure way to explore movement and teamwork!
    🏈 Flag Football – $25
    • Ages 5–6: 30-min Tuesday practices & 30-min Thursday games
    • Ages 7–10: 30-min Tuesday practices & 45-min Thursday games
    ⚽ Soccer – $35
    • Beginner (Ages 4&5): Little field practices & games
    • Intermediate (Ages 6–8): Practice on little fields, games on the big field Saturdays
    • Advanced (Ages 9–12): Practice & Saturday games on the big field

  • Prairie Hawks Baseball Club 2026 Tryout Dates

    Location
    Prairie Baseball Fields
    Cost
    $150 tryout fee
    RSVP
    Jul 16, 2025
    Organization
    Prairie Hawks Baseball Club
    Contact
    Emily McWorthy
    Email
    prairiehawksbaseballclub@gmail.com
    Phone
    (000) 000-0000

    Information

    Save the Dates! Prairie Hawks Baseball Club 2026 season tryout dates will be held on July 16 (6U-9U) and July 17 (10U-14U) at 5:30PM. Tryout fee is $150 that will go towards club dues if placed on a team and will be refunded if not placed on a team. Register today: https://phbc.activesports.com/tryouts

  • Prairie Youth Volleyball Camp Grades 4-8 for the 2025-26 School Year

    Location
    Prairie High School South Gym
    Audience
    elementary, intermediate and middle school students
    Cost
    Grades 4-6 $55/camper and grades 7-8 $75 per camper
    RSVP
    Jun 30, 2025
    Organization
    Prairie High School Volleyball Team
    Contact
    Coach Howard
    Email
    choward@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Have fun and learn volleyball skills at the Prairie High School Volleyball Camp.  NEW LOCATION: Prairie Point Middle School

  • Hope Stadium Vacation Bible School

    Location
    Heritage Christian Schoo.l 255 Hackberry St. North Liberty, IA 52317
    Audience
    Elementary school students
    Cost
    $15
    RSVP
    Jun 15, 2025
    Organization
    Lutheran Church of Hope Iowa City
    Contact
    Brody Tubaugh
    Email
    brody.tubaugh@hopeiowacity.org
    Phone
    (319) 774-8880

    Information

    Get ready for an unforgettable week at Vacation Bible School, with Lutheran Church of Hope happening July 21–25 at Heritage Christian School! Kids will dive into exciting Bible stories, hands-on activities, fun games, energetic music, and powerful lessons that will build their faith and friendships. Don’t miss this chance to grow, laugh, and discover God’s love in a week packed with joy and purpose. Mark your calendars and spread the word—VBS is almost here! Go to our website and register today!

  • Bluey Day at the Kernels!

    Location
    950 Rockford Rd SW Cedar Rapids
    Audience
    Kids Ages 1 to 9
    Cost
    $15, game ticket not included
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Kernels
    Contact
    Cedar Rapids Kernels
    Email
    jdenten@kernels.com
    Phone
    (319) 896-7603

    Information

    Come see Bluey at the Kernels game! $15 Meet and Greet ticket. Parents must purchase a ticket as well. Package includes photo with Bluey, a sheet of stickers and a Cupcake. Game ticket not included.

  • Basketball Shooting Camp

    Location
    Michael J Gould Rec Center
    Audience
    Grades 3-8
    Cost
    100
    RSVP
    Aug 10, 2025
    Organization
    Kirkwood Community College
    Contact
    Lynn Lueck
    Email
    lynn.lueck@kirkwood.edu
    Phone
    (319) 398-4909

    Information

    This camp is designed to improve the fundamental mechanics of shooting the basketball as well as incorporating high-volume shots used at game speed. This camp is for boys or girls entering grades 3-8.

  • Summer 2025 7th-8th Agility Training

    Location
    Prairie Point Stadium
    Audience
    25-26 7th-8th Grade Prairie Students
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    Jun 09, 2025
    Organization
    Prairie Activities Department
    Contact
    Kent Noska
    Email
    knoska@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5340

    Information

    2025-2026 Prairie 7th-8th students may participate in this summer agility training session free of charge. The sessions will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30AM-8:30AM, at the Prairie Point Stadium. The first session is Monday, June 9th and the final session is Wednesday, July 23rd. No training June 30th or July 2nd. All participants must register.

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Competition Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades 2nd-8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $180
    RSVP
    Jul 06, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    Competition Camp is one of the most entertaining camps at Coe College. This camp is designed to offer various competitions to improve the overall skill and speed of play of each camper. Campers are divided based upon age and skill level to compete. Competitions and contests vary but work on a variety of skills. Campers will spend time on skill development sessions before each competition. You will love this camp!

    July 7th – July 9th
    2nd-8th | 9:00am – 12:00pm

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Shooting Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades 2nd-8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $60
    RSVP
    Jun 18, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    Shooting Camp is focused on the fundamental development and mastery of shooting techniques, form and mechanics necessary to become a more successful shooter. Campers will also learn the fundamental differences of shooting off the dribble, off the catch, and on the move. In this one day camp, each participant can expect to take approximately 500 game speed shots and learn several new drills to take home with them. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.

    June 19th
    Grades 2nd-8th | 9:00am – 12:00pm

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Fundamental Skills Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades K - 8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $125
    RSVP
    Jun 15, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    This camp focuses on all aspects of the game by emphasizing fundamental work on both offense and defense. Open to any and all girls in grades K – 8th (Fall 2025). Campers will be divided according to age and compete within age groups. Each camper will receive a basketball and a t-shirt.

    June 16th – June 18th
    K – 4th | 8:15am – 10:15am
    5th – 8th | 10:30am – 12:30pm