Organization: West Des Moines Parks & Recreation

Event Date: Mon Jul 06, 2026

Registration Deadline: Sun Jul 05, 2026

Description: Give your child the chance to preview junior high with the Planet 7 program, an opportunity for incoming 7th graders at Stilwell and Indian Hills Junior Highs to make friends and feel prepared before starting junior high. Program highlights include discussions with Valley High School students who attended each junior high, leadership-focused skill development, presentations by School Resource Officers, team-building activities, and opportunities to get acquainted with your school. Field trips include Skateland, Stowe Heights Challenge Course, Valley View Aquatic Center, and Adventureland. Registration for Planet 7 opens March 24 at 8 am for both Stilwell and Indian Hills Junior High. The three camp weeks are July 6–9, July 13–16, and July 20–23.

Learn More: wdm.iowa.gov/Planet7

Contact: lauren.rush@wdm.iowa.gov