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Emerging Women Excelling in Leadership and STEM

STEM enrichment for 4th-12th grade girls

Who We Are

Jewels Academy is an organization that offers STEM and self-enrichment programs for underrepresented young women in 4th – 12th grades. The 10th – 12th graders are assistants to the workshop instructors.

Our Philosophy

We provide young women in STEM with unique and challenging learning experiences.  While preserving traditions and respect for its principles and values, Jewels Academy welcomes students of all faiths and socio-economic backgrounds. 

Click Here to Support Jewels Academy!

Who We Are

Jewels Academy is an organization that offers STEM and self-enrichment programs for underrepresented young women in 4th – 12th grades in a welcoming and nurturing environment. The 10th – 12th graders are assistants to the workshop instructors.

Our Philosophy

We provide young women in STEM with unique and challenging learning experiences.  While preserving traditions and respect for its principles and values, Jewels Academy welcomes students of all faiths and socio-economic backgrounds.  

Click Here to Support Jewels Academy!

Support a Jewels scholar today. Let’s make an impact!

Upcoming Events

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2026 Biz Innovator - Spring

January 13, 2026
5:30 pm -
7:30 pm
This college preparation program is held in collaboration with the University of Iowa! Why take this class? The benefits include: College...
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2026 I'll Make Me A World In Iowa - Outreach Day

February 7, 2026
7:30 am -
2:00 pm
I’ll Make Me a World in Iowa (IMMAWII) is a diverse collaboration of Iowans that highlights African American arts, culture,...
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2026 Wilkie House Outreach

February 12, 2026
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at Wilkie House! Meet and chat with members of the Jewel’s...
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2026 DMPS Middle School After School Workshop (Feb-Mar)

February 12, 2026
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Jewels will be at DMPS leading STEM workshops! STEM workshops let students “learn by doing,” where each session is designed...
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2026 Parts to Propellers: One Day Program

February 28, 2026
9:00 am -
12:00 pm
Build your own drone with Jewels Academy! Have you ever wondered how flying drones work? It’s time to learn with...
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2026 Waukee Elementary Creative Chemistry

March 26, 2026
3:45 pm -
4:45 pm
Join Jewels Academy at Waukee Elementary to learn about chemistry and get creative in the lab! When: March – April,...
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2026 DMPS Middle School After School Workshop (Mar-May)

March 26, 2026
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Jewels will be at DMPS leading STEM workshops! STEM workshops let students “learn by doing,” where each session is designed...
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Peer Mentor Applications Open!

April 1, 2026
12:00 am -
11:59 pm
Interested in becoming a peer mentor? Applications to apply are open from April 1st to May 15th! This position requires...
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2026 YES Summer Kitchen Chemistry Camp

July 11, 2026
9:00 am -
12:00 pm
Get ready for a summer blast this July! Over three action-packed Saturdays, students will transform into Food Scientists and Dirt Detectives...
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2026 Monroe Elementary Back to School - Outreach

August 20, 2026
5:00 pm -
6:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at Monroe Elementary Back to School event! Meet and chat with...
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2026 DMPS Middle School After School Workshop (Sept-Oct)

September 4, 2026
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Jewels will be at DMPS leading STEM workshops! STEM workshops let students “learn by doing,” where each session is designed...
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“Jewels Academy taught me that women can be exceptional
professionals in STEM because gender is not a determinant in
my ability to succeed.”

Oule, Des Moines, IA

“Jewels Academy inspired me and gave me the boost I need to keep treading on.”

Carrington, Macon, GA
 

“The people in these programs have helped pave my path
towards the future and as I looked back I am proud to be the
person I am and the person I will be in the future.”

Irvine, Des Moines, IA
 

“After my first summer in Jewels Academy I was fired up and
ready to dive deeper into my interest in science”

Harvey, Galesburg, IL
 

“I value our partnership with Jewels Academy because they help us to understand the types of programming that will help young women see themselves as leaders in STEM fields.”

Amy Colbert

“As I recall the time I spent in Jewel Academy Workshops I can appreciate now, more than I did then, the way I was pushed to excellence. The Jewel Academy Workshops allowed me to explore fields and activities my school never provided. Giving me a safe space to explore the STEM field without the fear of being forced to embrace the stereotypes that were being put on girls. “

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