Holy Family Youth Programming

Holy Family Catholic Schools offers the area's premier selection of academic, athletic, and recreational programs during after-school hours.

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Questions? Call or email the program director/contact listed for each program. If you have additional questions, contact Owen Funke, Youth Programming Coordinator, at ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org.

Program full? If a program you are interested in is full, please register for the waitlist and if spots become available, you will be contacted to register.

Scholarships Families may qualify for discounted rates or scholarships based on free/reduced lunch and income guidelines. Contact Rebecca Mueller, Director of Enrollment, at rmueller@holyfamilydbq.org for availability.

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To ensure an optimal experience for our participants, each program has a minimum enrollment that must be reached. If a program has not reached its target enrollment, you will be notified by Holy Family, and your fee will be refunded or may be applied to another program. All program registrations are 50 percent non-refundable. If a parent cancels at least 10 days prior to program starting, they will be refunded 50 percent of the program fee. If a cancellation occurs within 10 days of the program start date, the entire program fee will be forfeited.

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Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School

Intro to Strength and Conditioning

Join Wahlert Catholic Strength and Conditioning Coach Clay Finley as he teaches the techniques of proper strength training. Coach FInley will walk through techniques and movements step by step to ensure safety. Once camp is completed, participants are free to utilize the weight room three days a week after school 2:45-4:00 p.m. and during the summer hours. Sessions are limited to 12 individuals to ensure maximum contact with students.

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: 8th graders
Dates: 5 sessions to choose from that are all 4 weeks long
Session 1: Nov. 27 - Dec. 20
Session 2: Jan. 17 - Feb. 9    *no school Feb. 2
Session 3: Feb. 12 - Mar. 8    *no school Feb. 23
Session 4: Mar. 18 - Apr. 10   *no school Mar. 29
Session 5: Apr. 15 - May 10
Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Wahlert Catholic High School
Cost: $100

6th Grade Cycling/Fitness Club

Need to stay active during the cold winter months? This club is for you! We will be staying in shape utilizing the cycling room at Wahlert Catholic while completing other workouts each week! This is a great way to get prepared for spring sports or stay in shape over the winter. Last year, our group biked a combined 1,310 miles!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Current Mazzuchelli 6th Graders
Dates: January 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Location: Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School
Cost: $40

Mazzuchelli / Our Lady STEM Explorers

STEM Explorers will inspire participants to take an interest in science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on learning. Participants will work through the engineering design process to get hands-on experience in the STEM fields at each of our sessions. Our activities will include creating paper rockets, constructing gingerbread house, designing bridges, and many other fun projects! 

Program Directors/Contact: Amy Decker | adecker1@iastate.edu
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 3-6
Dates: Tuesdays September 5, October 3, November 7, January 9, February 6, and March 5
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Spanish Immersion School
Cost: $70

2024 Wahlert Baseball Youth Camp

The Wahlert Catholic Baseball Program will be hosting our 7th annual youth baseball camp on Saturday, March 23rd. The structure of this camp is set-up to teach a variety of positions, from infield and outfield play, to drills, competitions, and mechanics associated with pitching, hitting, and arm care. The Golden Eagle coaching staff, along with current and former players, will be instructing the camp. Join us for a great day of baseball to get you ready for the seasons!

Camp Directors/Contact: Kory Tuescher | korytish7@gmail.com
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 1st-7th
Date: Saturday, March 23rd
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
1st - 3rd grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
4th - 7th grade: 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Location: Wahlert Catholic High School Gymnasium
Cost: $35

St. Columbkille Elementary School

2024 Wahlert Baseball Youth Camp

The Wahlert Catholic Baseball Program will be hosting our 7th annual youth baseball camp on Saturday, March 23rd. The structure of this camp is set-up to teach a variety of positions, from infield and outfield play, to drills, competitions, and mechanics associated with pitching, hitting, and arm care. The Golden Eagle coaching staff, along with current and former players, will be instructing the camp. Join us for a great day of baseball to get you ready for the seasons!

Camp Directors/Contact: Kory Tuescher | korytish7@gmail.com
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 1st-7th
Date: Saturday, March 23rd
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
1st - 3rd grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
4th - 7th grade: 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Location: Wahlert Catholic High School Gymnasium
Cost: $35

Lego Brick Masters: Basketball Free Throw!

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Explore the motion of a basketball when scoring a free throw. Students will be explore forces such as push/pull and gravity. Can you score a perfect basket every time? Students will build a Lego Basket that will be able to shoot free throws. Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 2nd-5th
Date: January 10th
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Presentation Hall
Cost: $20

Lego Brick Masters: Walking the Tightrope!

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Build a tightrope and help the tight rope walker keep their center of gravity, so they don't fall! Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades K-3
Date: January 29th
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Presentation Hall
Cost: $20

St. Columbkille STEM Explorers

STEM Explorers will inspire participants to take an interest in science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on learning. Participants will work through the engineering design process to get hands-on experience in the STEM fields at each of our sessions. Our activities will include creating paper rockets, constructing gingerbread house, designing bridges, and many other fun projects!

 

Program Directors/Contact: Amy Decker | adecker1@iastate.edu
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 3-5
Dates: Tuesdays September 12, October 10, November 14, January 16, February 13, and March 19
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Presentation Hall
Cost: $70

Our Lady of Guadalupe Spanish Immersion School

2024 Wahlert Baseball Youth Camp

The Wahlert Catholic Baseball Program will be hosting our 7th annual youth baseball camp on Saturday, March 23rd. The structure of this camp is set-up to teach a variety of positions, from infield and outfield play, to drills, competitions, and mechanics associated with pitching, hitting, and arm care. The Golden Eagle coaching staff, along with current and former players, will be instructing the camp. Join us for a great day of baseball to get you ready for the seasons!

Camp Directors/Contact: Kory Tuescher | korytish7@gmail.com
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 1st-7th
Date: Saturday, March 23rd
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
1st - 3rd grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
4th - 7th grade: 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Location: Wahlert Catholic High School Gymnasium
Cost: $35

Lego Brick Masters: Basketball Free Throw! 

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Explore the motion of a basketball when scoring a free throw. Students will be explore forces such as push/pull and gravity. Can you score a perfect basket every time? Students will build a Lego Basket that will be able to shoot free throws. Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 2nd-5th
Date: January 17th
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe
Cost: $20

Lego Brick Masters: Walking the Tightrope!

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Build a tightrope and help the tight rope walker keep their center of gravity, so they don't fall! Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades K-3
Date: February 5th
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe
Cost: $20

Our Lady / Mazzuchelli STEM Explorers

STEM Explorers will inspire participants to take an interest in science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on learning. Participants will work through the engineering design process to get hands-on experience in the STEM fields at each of our sessions. Our activities will include creating paper rockets, constructing gingerbread house, designing bridges, and many other fun projects!

 

Program Directors/Contact: Amy Decker | adecker1@iastate.edu
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 3-6
Dates: Tuesdays September 5, October 3, November 7, January 9, February 6, and March 5
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Spanish Immersion School
Cost: $70

Resurrection Elementary School

2024 Wahlert Baseball Youth Camp

The Wahlert Catholic Baseball Program will be hosting our 7th annual youth baseball camp on Saturday, March 23rd. The structure of this camp is set-up to teach a variety of positions, from infield and outfield play, to drills, competitions, and mechanics associated with pitching, hitting, and arm care. The Golden Eagle coaching staff, along with current and former players, will be instructing the camp. Join us for a great day of baseball to get you ready for the seasons!

Camp Directors/Contact: Kory Tuescher | korytish7@gmail.com
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 1st-7th
Date: Saturday, March 23rd
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
1st - 3rd grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
4th - 7th grade: 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Location: Wahlert Catholic High School Gymnasium
Cost: $35

Lego Brick Masters: Walking the Tightrope!

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Build a tightrope and help the tight rope walker keep their center of gravity, so they don't fall! Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades K-3
Date: January 22nd
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Resurrection
Cost: $20

Lego Brick Masters: Basketball Free Throw!

Join Owen Funke as he teaches math and physics using Lego Blocks! Explore the motion of a basketball when scoring a free throw. Students will be explore forces such as push/pull and gravity. Can you score a perfect basket every time? Students will build a Lego Basket that will be able to shoot free throws. Spots are limited so sign up today!

Youth Programming Coordinator: Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 2nd - 5th
Date: January 4th
Time: 3:15-4:30 PM
Location: Resurrection
Cost: $20

Resurrection STEM Explorers

STEM Explorers will inspire participants to take an interest in science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on learning. Participants will work through the engineering design process to get hands-on experience in the STEM fields at each of our sessions. Our activities will include creating paper rockets, constructing gingerbread house, designing bridges, and many other fun projects!

 

Program Directors/Contact: Amy Decker | adecker1@iastate.edu
Youth Programming Coordinator: 
Owen Funke | ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org

Open to: Grades 3-5
Dates: Tuesdays September 19, October 17, November 28, January 23, February 27, and March 26
Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Resurrection Elementary School
Cost: $70

Questions? Contact Owen Funke, Youth Programming Coordinator, at ofunke@holyfamilydbq.org