BAM!
What is BAM!?
In addition to school-sponsored activities, BAM (Body & Mind) After School Activities, offers a diverse, eclectic selection of volunteer- led activities throughout the year. BAM is a partnership of the Zach Gordon Youth Center, Juneau Parks & Recreation, and Dzantik’i Heeni and Floyd Dryden middle schools.
BAM! Activities are based on student surveys and volunteer interest. Activities have included everything from judo and cooking to art studios, babysitting training, Native Youth Olympics, archery, yoga, Jr. Police Academy and more.
All Activities are free for all students and take place after school from 3:10 PM – 4:30 PM. Grade checks are not required and healthy snacks are served at every session.
BAM is always looking for new volunteers to share their hobbies and interests. Contact us with any questions or concerns at BAM@juneau.org.
Find Floyd Dryden program information at https://juneau.org/parks-recreation/zach-gordon/bam#FDMS
BAM Events
Youth Academy!
Learn what it’s like to be a police officer with the Juneau Police Department! Handle real SWAT gear, investigate a mock-up crime scene, perform simulated traffic stops, talk on the actual police radio, and more!
Room: 206
3:05p – 4:25p | April 4th – May 4th
Tuesdays and Thursdays
SIGN UP!
The Alliance!
The Alliance is a space for students of all genders and orientations to hang out, listen to music, create art projects, and just be a kid in an unstructured, judgement free environment.
Room 304
3:05p – 4:25p | All school year
Every Thursday
SIGNUP: No signup required! Just drop in!
Cameras Speak!
Learn how to use professional cameras to highlight and act upon issues and stories in your community. Cameras and photo printers are provided for all attendees to use during club times. Sponsored by Sealaska Heritage Institute
Room 206
3:05p - 4:25p | January 10th - February 28th
Mondays and Tuesdays excluding holidays
SIGN UP:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJRF2su0XtJ0HjImZjO09Ukdi57dFnulgOyG6hFeeR7XHS9Q/viewform
NYO!
Learn games rooted in Alaska Native tradition! No experience necessary. Test your strength, endurance, agility, and mind with Native Youth Olympics!
First meeting in room 304, following meetings in the commons
3:05p - 4:25p | February 14th - March 28th
Every Tuesday excluding holidays
SIGN UP:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfu4n--bFKy9uR3OzvP-BA9fDN7iATqftUh60diaEXggvOSdg/viewform
Heart & Sole!
Heart & Sole is a 10 week afterschool program that creates a positive, structured space for middle school girls to learn about themselves, explore new ideas, cultivate empathy, strengthen connections and develop life skills that will help them as they move through adolescence and beyond- all while increasing their strength and conditioning through physical activity. The season ends with a 5K to celebrate the confidence, competence, connection, character and caring they’ve been developing in the program!
Room 206
3:05p – 4:25p | March 6th - May 17th
Mondays and Wednesdays excluding holidays
SIGNUP:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4CfmRRopZuO1aNnsi-93dHLyJmovrRXlcOn4xNCb0dxpPQg/viewform
Books2Boards!
B2B Club is when Eaglecrest comes to the school to bring B2B members together for games and activities. Club is a fun social time for Eaglecrest Coaches and students! While we love to ski and ride, we know school comes first!
Room 304
3:05p – 4:25p | November 28th – April 10th
Every other Monday excluding holidays
SIGNUP:
Signup has concluded for this program. Look for it again next year!
Felting!
We provide the wool, you provide the creativity! Craft any object, character, or creature you want by sculpting wool with our special felting needles.
Room 206
3:05p - 4:25p | February 1st – February 22nd
Every Wednesday in February
SIGN UP:
Signup has concluded for this program. Look for it again next year!”