Spring Forward

It was a bittersweet week for Spring Forward as our summer programs pivoted away from the heat at the John Deere Classic, a tradition we look forward to invading every July. Keeping students and staff safe always comes first, and while we missed the excitement, our teams know how to stay flexible and still make the week special.

We packed the days with joy in many ways: our friends at Canines visited Hamilton Elementary Students to help kiddos unwind, students from Lincoln‑Irving Elementary enjoyed a shaded (and cooler) ride around town thanks to the QC Channel Cat, and the University of Illinois Extension Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark helped campers sharpen their cooking skills. We also spent time hanging out with Ballet Quad Cities, relaxing and letting our patriotic creativity shine with Fourth‑of‑July‑inspired art projects.

Spring Forward is taking a long weekend break before camp resumes next week. Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and cooler Fourth of July. See you back on Monday for the second half of the fun and learning!!

Birdies for Charity is Here!

We’re excited to kick off another season of Birdies for Charity, an easy and impactful way to support Spring Forward! Through this program, every donation you make goes even further thanks to a bonus match, meaning your gift has an even greater impact on the people and programs you care about. Last year was a record breaking 9% bonus match!

This year, your support helps power programs like the 2026 summer enrichment experience, “Exploring Our Environment: Connect, Respect, Protect,” where young learners engage in hands-on outdoor adventures, science, and creative projects to build environmental awareness and stewardship.

Getting involved is simple: make a one-time pledge or donation, and help us turn birdies on the course into meaningful change in the community. Every dollar counts and adds up quickly!

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