Education
The Varsity is heading back to school in 2026! Find out more about our educational offerings below.
Summer Camps
Registration Opens January 2026!
- Passport Cinema: Stories Around the World
- Grades 4 – 5: July 27-31
- Stop Motion Animation Fundamentals
- Grades 6 – 8: July 6 – 10
- Grades 9 – 12: July 20 – 24
High School Summer Seminars
Registration Opens January 2026!
- Main Character Energy: Examining the Hero’s Journey
- Grades 9 – 12: June 30 – July 2
- HerStory: The Female Perspective on Film
- Grades 9 – 12: July 14 – 16
School Screenings
Have your next field trip at the Varsity! For student groups large or small and across a wide array of learning areas, the Varsity offers an educational experience that integrates the art of cinema, media literacy, and the important subject matter on screen. Learn more about our school screening program and contact our Education Coordinator, Jessie Hewins, at jhewins@desmoinesfilm.org to book your group’s visit today!
High School Film Club
Our Film Club is for cinephiles who love the art of film and want to talk about it! Incorporated into our regular programming, the Varsity will announce a Saturday matinee as a Film Club offering. High school students will get free admission and discounted concessions with a valid school ID. After the film, we will gather in the Varsity classroom to share impressions and dive deeper into filmmaking at work on screen.
Please contact our education coordinator, Jessie Hewins, jhewins@desmoinesfilm.org with any questions.
