Jenks Community Education

Interested in improving your babysitting skills? Come learn child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. Learn about starting a babysitting business, water hazards, infant feeding, hand washing, choking, and basic first aid and CPR. This class is offered through the American Safety and Health Institute. Students will receive a workbook and a two-year certification card upon completion of the course. For more information call or text 918-994-1312.

We're going to unlock the secrets of sculpting with clay, and trust me, it's going to be epic. Have you ever wondered what it's like to use a pottery wheel? Well, wonder no more because in this class you will spin a clay masterpiece. The first four classes will be creating with clay and the final class will be glazing. If you're up for an adventure filled with creativity, laughter, and lots of clay, then this class is for you!

This fun, fast-paced class teaches the basics of the game while building teamwork and confidence on the court. Whether you're brand new or just brushing up your skills, you'll have a blast learning with friends and making new ones along the way. Come play, learn, and spike some fun into your day!

This fun, fast-paced class teaches the basics of the game while building teamwork and confidence on the court. Whether you're brand new or just brushing up your skills, you'll have a blast learning with friends and making new ones along the way. Come play, learn, and spike some fun into your day!

This sport combines many of the same playing elements of other paddle sports, making it easy for beginners to catch on. But don’t let the simplicity fool you because it often develops into a fast-paced, competitive game. Paddles are available for use, but if you have your own, please bring it.

This camp offers a fun and supportive environment where participants will learn the fundamentals of pickleball, including essential skills such as serving, rallying, and game strategies. Through instructional sessions, drills, and friendly competitions, campers will enhance their physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This camp promises active play, laughter, and lasting memories on the court!

Collaboration and Non-School Day care is a separate program provided to our Adventure Club Program families at an additional cost. Enrollment periods are below. Should we come close to reaching enrollment capacity for any dates, notification will be sent to families. Students attending WI, WE and NWE will attend care at West Elementary. Students attending EI, EE and SE will attend care at East Elementary. Daily hours are 7:15am-5:30pm and students must arrive by 9:00am to be admitted. Enrollment is required to attend each NSD/Collaboration day. Drop-in attendance will not be accepted. A one-time, yearly $25 nonrefundable activity fee per child is due at the time of enrollment. Tuition for Pre-K students is $46 per day, and tuition for K-6th students is $41 per day. 2025-26 Calendar Break Name Break Dates When Can I Register Tuition Due Collaboration day Non-School days Collaboration day Non-School days Non-School days Non-School day Collaboration day Non-School days Collaboration day September 26 October 15-17 November 7 November 24-25 December 29-31 January 5 February 27 March 12, 16-20 (No Care on March 13) April 17 Sept. 1- Sept. 21 Sept. 1- Oct. 5 Sept. 1- Nov. 2 Sept. 1- Nov. 16 Sept. 1- Dec. 14 Dec. 1- Dec. 14 Dec. 1- Feb. 22 Dec. 1- Mar. 8 Dec. 1- April 12 September 24 October 10 November 5 November 19 December 17 December 17 February 25 March 10 April 15 *Contract cancellations must be received prior to end of the registration period or tuition rates will be charged, regardless of attendance. *If space is available and customers want to enroll after the registration period ends, a $10 late fee will be assessed if enrollment is approved. *Registration and tuition due dates are subject to change

Collaboration and Non-School Day care is a separate program provided to our Adventure Club Program families at an additional cost. Enrollment periods are below. Should we come close to reaching enrollment capacity for any dates, notification will be sent to families. Students attending WI, WE and NWE will attend care at West Elementary. Students attending EI, EE and SE will attend care at East Elementary. Daily hours are 7:15am-5:30pm and students must arrive by 9:00am to be admitted. Enrollment is required to attend each NSD/Collaboration day. Drop-in attendance will not be accepted. A one-time, yearly $25 nonrefundable activity fee per child is due at the time of enrollment. Tuition for Pre-K students is $46 per day, and tuition for K-6th students is $41 per day. 2025-26 Calendar Break Name Break Dates When Can I Register Tuition Due Collaboration day Non-School days Collaboration day Non-School days Non-School days Non-School day Collaboration day Non-School days Collaboration day September 26 October 15-17 November 7 November 24-25 December 29-31 January 5 February 27 March 12, 16-20 (No Care on March 13) April 17 Sept. 1- Sept. 21 Sept. 1- Oct. 5 Sept. 1- Nov. 2 Sept. 1- Nov. 16 Sept. 1- Dec. 14 Dec. 1- Dec. 14 Dec. 1- Feb. 22 Dec. 1- Mar. 8 Dec. 1- April 12 September 24 October 10 November 5 November 19 December 17 December 17 February 25 March 10 April 15 *Contract cancellations must be received prior to end of the registration period or tuition rates will be charged, regardless of attendance. *If space is available and customers want to enroll after the registration period ends, a $10 late fee will be assessed if enrollment is approved. *Registration and tuition due dates are subject to change

In this eye-opening session, our financial advisors will reveal the four keys to cutting college costs and show you how to take control of the process. You'll learn how to uncover hidden discounts, evaluate schools based on true costs and outcomes, and avoid the common mistakes that derail families. Join us to discover how smart planning today can possibly protect both your child's future and your own financial security.

BAM! POW! ZAP! In this camp, young artists will become authors and illustrators as they design their own original comic books. Campers will create characters, develop storylines, learn panel layout, experiment with expressive drawing, and bring their stories to life from cover to final page. This camp is perfect for students who love drawing, storytelling, superheroes, graphic novels, or creating their own imaginative worlds. Each artist will leave with a completed comic book to share and enjoy. Drop off and pick up at JWE building A curbside. Students may bring a water bottle and nut-free snack each day. All supplies are included.

As our ancients learned, the sky is not just a thing of beauty–it’s the ruler for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. Come learn how to use the sky yourself! The target audience for Compass, Calendar, and Clock is ages 8 and up. This show is held at the Jenks Planetarium, Jenks High School, Dr. Kirby A. Lehman Center for the Study of Math and Science Center, 3rd Floor. Elevator available. Doors to the Planetarium open approximately 30 minutes prior to listed show time. Tickets will not be issued at time of purchase. You do not need to show proof of purchase. Your name will appear on a list at the door and checked off upon entry to the show. No food or drink is allowed in the Planetarium. General Seating. 1 show.

Come scoot your boots with us! Learn the basics of country line dancing and enjoy some old favorites along with some new ones. Boot Scootin’ Boogie, Reggae Cowboy, Southside Shuffle, Five-Step, Head Over Boots are the current plan, and we will take requests for others dances as well. Loose clothing and closed-toe shoes are strongly suggested. No partner needed. Come dance with us!

Organized homes run more smoothly as it saves time, stress, and money. Learn ways to manage paperwork, daily routines to stay clutter free, and tips for making the most of storage and space. You’ll also learn helpful apps for staying organized and the long-term benefits of living more simply.

Your family photos hold incredible stories waiting to be told! In this engaging class, you'll learn how to use your photographs as inspiration for writing your family's history. Discover techniques for crafting compelling captions, interviewing relatives for details, and weaving photos into narratives that bring your family's past to life. Whether you want to create a memoir, heritage album, or leave a written legacy for future generations, you'll gain practical storytelling skills and prompts to get you started. No writing experience necessary—just cherished memories to share.

Get ready to relax, create, and celebrate spring. Students will learn to make colorful flower coasters, an adorable bunny keychain, and a simple yet charming potholder. To spark your imagination, the instructor will share some of her own creative projects, showing just how much fun it can be to make handmade gifts for friends, family, or simply for yourself! A $20 cash supply fee, collected at the first class, covers hooks and yarn that students will keep.

In this engaging class, students explore chemistry, physics, and forensic science to crack codes, mix reactions, and investigate real-world mysteries. They’ll learn espionage-style ciphers and create invisible ink messages. Budding chemists will conduct exciting “Boom, Splat, Fizz” experiments, including magnetic slime with iron oxide and erupting volcano cakes. In the Water Lab, students tackle the Water Filter Challenge using sand, gravel, and charcoal, and create colorful layered density drinks. The discovery continues with biotech and optics as participants build a pool noodle periscope to explore light reflection and construct edible DNA models using licorice and marshmallows—an interactive experience full of creativity, science, and fun.

Whether you're just starting to consider downsizing or are already in the process, this class offers practical guidance for learning how to sort, declutter, and let go of the extra “stuff” that no longer serves you. We’ll cover what to do with unwanted items, how to work with professional movers, effective home staging tips, smart storage solutions, and more. Walk away with strategies to make downsizing less stressful and more empowering.