In 2025, more than 150 students will dive into hands-on STEAM activities at the historic Hauberg Estate—thanks to our partnerships with the Curious by Nature Program, led by Hauberg Estate staff and the University of Illinois Extension.

Spring Forward proudly celebrates the dedication and progress of more than 200 students who participated in After-School programs at Frances Willard, Longfellow, Rock Island Academy, Ridgewood, Rock Island Center for Math and Science, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center throughout the past school year.

Spring Forward and the Rock Island/Milan School District’s enduring partnership continued its remarkable impact, offering more than 100 students new, immersive and inspiring ways to engage in learning with Spring Intersession Programs.

Spring Forward is thrilled to return After-School programming to Longfellow Elementary in Rock Island, after a hiatus extending back to COVID days. The exciting, newly reimagined program is offered in partnership with Rock Island-Milan School District 41 and Augustana College.