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Virtual Backpack
Educational & Community Activities
Materials are posted for informational purposes only. This does not imply Bettendorf Community School District’s endorsement of them.
Virtual Backpack creates an opportunity for non-profit community organizations to share information electronically about events for families. Posting are shared on this webpage as well as in the Bett District Update and on the Virtual Backpack Facebook page. Submit e-flyers for consideration to:
Celeste Miller
Coach Camps & Opportunities
7th & 8th Grade Cheer Camp - Registration Deadline May 31
This Open Gym/ Cheer Camp is for all 7th and 8th Graders who are wanting to learn/ advance their cheerleading in hopes to be a Bettendorf High School Cheerleader.
Spring Madness Girls Basketball - April
Hoop it up! Bettendorf Girls Spring Madness Basketball - Grades 2-8 Saturdays in April. https://5il.co/2hbpk
Spring Madness Girls Basketball - April
Hoop it up! Bettendorf Girls Spring Madness Basketball - Grades 2-8 Saturdays in April. https://5il.co/2hbpk
BMS Summer Fitness Camp
Check out 2024 Summer Fitness Opportunities for 2024-25 6-8th grade students June 18 - July 30.
RoboDogs Summer Camp - June 10-13
RoboDogs Summer Camp
2024-25 5th - 8th grade students are invited to RoboDog Summer Camp - program robots, learn and implement a research project, work as a unified team. Learn more
Sumo Camp 3rd-8th Grade
Students from 3rd thru 8th grade for the 2024/25 school year are invited to sign up for Sumo Robotics Camp - June 10-12.
Community Opportunities
Camp Figge - Art for Kids
Immerse yourself in art and get creative through a wide range of summer class offerings from kids and teens to adults. Learn more
Law Enforcements Camp - July 8-12
The Iowa Quad City Law Enforcement Camp is hosted each summer by the Davenport and Bettendorf Police Departments and the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. The camp is a one week, 27 hour, glimpse of what law enforcement is all about. This camp is intended for high school and college individuals who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Learn more
Bettendorf Aquatics - Spring Youth Swim Lessons
Group swim lessons for children ages 4 and older will be held in April and May beginning April 29. Our student-to-instructor ratio is no more than 5:1. Lessons will last 45 mins. Session 2: April 29-May 2 and May 6-9 from 6:15-7:00 pm Learn more
Jr Vikings Summer Basketball Camp
2024 Jr. Vikings Summer Basketball Camp - Boys Grades 2-6 - June & July
PK-5th Grade Girl Invitation to Join Girl Scouts
Extended Year membership is now open, and Pre-k through 5th grade girls are invited to join Girl Scouts! Membership is $35 and valid now through 9/30/25, and financial assistance is available to support membership cost if needed! Fill out this form to find a Girl Scout troop near you: https://www.girlscoutstoday.org/en/get-involved/join.html. Let this year be her year of friendship, creativity, and discovery!
Lion's Club Fishing Derby - May 11
Fish and learn about the different Scouting units in Bettendorf. The free event begins at 2 pm on Saturday, May 11th at the Middle Park Lagoon. Bring fishing poles and bait. A limited amount will be available for use. Learn more
Ready to Learn Multilingual Education Conference and Family Concert - May 18
On Saturday, May 18th, WQPT PBS will host the Ready to Learn Multilingual Education Conference in partnership with WIU-QC, The Grad Center, the Early Childhood Coalition of the Quad Cities, and StarNet Regions I & III. Learn more
QC Symphony Youth Ensemble Applications - Due May 13
The QCSYE is accepting applications for their program consisting of four orchestral ensembles including two full orchestras and two string ensembles for strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The ensembles rehearse on Sundays from August to April. https://qcso.org/education/youth-ensembles/auditions/
Figge Art Museum
Check out summer art camp adventures at the Figge Art Museum - https://figgeartmuseum.org/classes/classes
Camp Volunteers Needed
Camp volunteers are needed for Hand in Hand QC summer camp July 15-19 & July 22-26 at Scott County Park. Learn more at handinhandqc.org/volunteer
Health Careers Adventure Camp - July 15-19
Check out St. Ambrose University Health Careers Adventure Camp for students entering 7th & 8th Grade next year - July 15-19. https://www.sau.edu/health-careers-adventure-camp