Tesla Engineering Charter School
Community Opportunities for Students
The Appleton Area School District collects and shares local community opportunities as a service to our families. These opportunities include events, activities, and programs for students of all ages, such as art and music camps, youth athletics, cultural events, enrichment programs, and more.
We encourage families to explore these community offerings and find opportunities that may be a good fit for their students.
Learn more about submitting opportunities for AASD students here.
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Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled evening of music, dancing, and games on October 16! No dance experience is required—just come ready to have a great time.
Join us for a fun-filled evening on October 14, celebrating culture, community, and family! Students and families are invited to Johnston Elementary to prep fresh salsa and play Spanish vocabulary bingo together.
![Free Admission for Students with Memberships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791304578/e5bggovbytnfygsgbc1n/SchoolMembershipIconforAASDCOSPage.png","width":256}])
Thanks to generous donors, students at 18 AASD schools get FREE admission to the History Museum at the Castle through August 31, 2027.
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A-League Youth Basketball is all about learning the game, building skills and having fun with friends
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Get ready for a night of glowing fun at our 7th Annual Glow in the Park on October 16, 2026.
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Families are invited to enjoy a fun, safe, and inclusive evening at a sensory-friendly Trunk or Treat, along with a Community Resources Fair on October 23!
![UW-Oshkosh Volleyball Community Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790705972/w9zaif90xnmdokzpw6ze/UWO6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790705972/w9zaif90xnmdokzpw6ze/UWO6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790705972/w9zaif90xnmdokzpw6ze/UWO6.png","width":782}])
We are excited to invite you, your volleyball program, and your school community to join us for UW Oshkosh Volleyball’s Community Night on Wednesday, October 7, at the Kolf Sports Center.
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Children ages 5–13 can join a weekly class at a location that works for their family. And everyone gets a chance to perform! Each class will come together as a cast for the semester showcase.
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We offer 2-, 4-, and 8-week sessions for boys ages 8-15. Our full season runs from June 14 to August 5
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All girls and families in grades 4K-5, join us for one of these FREE fun events! Make new friends, try new things, and learn all about how you can join Girl Scouts this year, too! No RSVP Needed
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Join the History Museum at the Castle for a day of Spooky Science! 'Dissect' a pumpkin, touch real fossils, meet live creepy-crawly animals, & more! Held at the Museum on Saturday, October 24, 10- 4
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Cub Scouts offers elementary-age students a chance to have fun outdoors while building life skills! Cub Scouts will learn about team building, problem-solving, outdoor skills, and working together, all while having fun
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McDonald's will be hosting a "Princess Night" on October 7, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Registration is open for the Appleton East Youth Wrestling Club
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The Appleton North Youth Wrestling Club is accepting registrations for the upcoming wrestling season!
The program is open to students in kindergarten through sixth grade and is designed to introduce young athletes to wrestling in a fun, positive, and encouraging environment. Wrestlers will learn wrestling fundamentals while also developing life skills, teamwork and good sportsmanship both on and off the mat.
Youth 3-on-3 Basketball League is designed to help young athletes build confidence, develop fundamental skills, and foster a love for the game in a fun and supportive environment
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Registration is OPEN for the 2026–27 Appleton North Girls Basketball Club! The club is open to girls K–8th grade who plan to attend Appleton North High School.
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Scouting Values, Building Character, Community Service, Teamwork, Citizenship, Family Camping & Fun Outings are just a few things we do
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Fox Valley Literacy is hosting a free Hmong Family Program at Johnston Elementary School/HAIS during the 2026–2027 school year