Awana

What is Awana?

 is a FUN Tuesday night club for children in PreK - 6th grade at our Appleton and Hortonville locations. Children look forward to engaging activities that help them build confidence and cultivate meaningful relationships. Our passionate volunteers believe that every child is valuable and loved by God.

2026-27 REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Cubbies

Preschool

Cubbies is a club for preschoolers, designed to help children build a strong foundation of faith in a fun and age-appropriate environment. Cubbies partners with parents to help children grow in their understanding of God and His love. Through Bible lessons, memory verses, crafts, games, and puppet skits, leaders reinforce what families are teaching at home and bring God's Word to life. We believe Cubbies is an investment you won't regret! Cubbies registration closes for the school year after the last scheduled Parent Meeting.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:55 p.m. | September 22, 2026 - April 21, 2027
Dues: $60/year; Handbook: $15; Uniform: $15; Bag $12

In order to ensure a successful Cubbies Program, Cubbies must meet the following requirements:

  • At least one parent must attend the mandatory parent meetings (annually in August).
  • Child must be 1 or 2 years away from beginning 5k.
  • Child must be fully potty trained before the first night of the club.
  • Due to limited space, Cubbies is open to children who attend Alliance Church. To request an exception, please contact [email protected].

The annual parent meeting is required for all Cubbie families, even if they have participated in the past.

Sparks

Kindergarten-2nd Grade

Sparks is a fast-paced club for children in 5K-2nd grade that partners with parents to encourage spiritual growth and help children develop a lasting relationship with Jesus. Through exciting games, energetic music, memory verses, and interactive Bible lessons, children learn how God's Word applies to their everyday lives. Visitors are welcome to attend for free any night of the year! There is no registration deadline for Sparks – join any time!

Tuesdays 6:30-7:55 p.m. | September 22, 2026 - April 21, 2027
Dues: $60/year; Handbook: $15; Uniform: $17; Bags: $12

Spark Registration opens July 6th.

T&T (Truth and Training)

3rd-6th Grade

T&T is a high-energy club for students in 3rd–6th grade. Packed with exciting games, upbeat music, Bible verse memory, engaging lessons, and meaningful small-group conversations, T&T helps students grow in their faith, build lasting friendships, and discover how God’s Word applies to everyday life. As students navigate the challenges and opportunities of the pre-teen years, T&T partners with parents to help them develop confidence in their faith and stand firm in their relationship with Jesus. Visitors are welcome to attend for free any night of the year, and students can register at any time!

Tuesdays | September 22, 2026 - April 20, 2027
Dues: $60/year; Handbook: $16; Uniform: $20

  • Appleton 6:15pm - 8:10pm
  • Hortonville 6:30pm - 8:00pm

T&T Registration opens July 6th.

Bring a Friend!

FREE | Sparks: 5k-2nd Grade | T&T: 3rd-6th Grade

Guests are welcome in Sparks (5k-2nd Grade) and T&T (3rd-6th Grade) any night of Awana, but our monthly theme nights make it fun and easy for your students to extend the invitation. Guests must match the grade demographics of the program they want to attend.

Visitors who have never attended Alliance Church (Sunday or Tuesday) can save time by completing the First Time Visitor Form.

Special Needs

We value and love every child, which is why we have designed our One2One Ministry. One2One focuses on children with special needs. Our goal is to create a safe, fun, educational experience for all children while meeting their individual needs. 

Serve at Awana

Serving in Awana is fun and rewarding; you'll have the opportunity to teach children about Christ, encourage them to memorize Scripture, and see yourself grow in your own life as you teach children to build their lives on the truth of God’s Word. 

Little Clubbers

6 weeks-3 years - For Our Littlest Ones

Our youngest children are cared for in a safe, loving environment while their parents serve in Awana in Lil’ Quakers & Tracker’s Clubhouse. Through age-appropriate Bible lessons, songs, play, and hands-on learning activities, little ones begin building a foundation of faith and experience God's love each week.

Contact Discovery Land to learn more about volunteer opportunities and these programs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stay with my child?

On Sundays and Tuesdays, our welcome team would be happy to show you around our ministry space before the ministry session starts. However, with safety as a top priority, only approved staff and volunteers are present while the ministry event is in session. Please contact [email protected] with further questions. 

How many times can a visitor come before they need to register? Is there a deadline for registration?

  • Students in 5K-6th grade are welcome to visit Awana any night of the school year for FREE! However, registering allows your child to get the full Awana experience—including an assigned coach, their own handbook, uniform, awards, and more! Please note, visitors must attend the correct club for their grade level (Sparks- 5k-2nd grade or T&T - 3rd-6th grade)

  • Sparks and T&T registration is open all year, with early bird registration discounts in July! New to Alliance/DL Awana, but missed the early bird discount? Contact [email protected] for more information on how to get an early bird price.

  • Cubbies (Preschool) is a closed program, and we do not allow visitors. Registration for Cubbies closes in August, after the final Cubbie Parent Meeting.

How much does Awana cost? Is financial assistance available?

Yearly Dues are $60, with a $10 early bird discount in July and August.

  • Cubbie Book - $15; Cubbie Uniform - $12; Cubbie Bag $7
  • Sparks Book - $15; Sparks Uniform - $12
  • T&T Book - $16; T&T Uniform - $20

Visitors are welcome to attend for free in Sparks (5k-2nd grade) and T&T (3rd-6th Grade).

We understand that many circumstances can make it difficult to pay for Awana dues or materials, which is why we are happy to provide financial assistance so everyone can participate in Awana. To inquire about financial assistance, please complete the Financial Assistance Request Form, found in the description of the Awana registration, or contact [email protected].

Is Awana available at all Alliance locations? Do we need to attend the same location each week?

 AWANA is currently offered at the Appleton and Hortonville locations. When you register for a specific location, your books, awards, and uniforms will be at that location. Before registering, please decide as a family which Awana club you will attend.

Is there a parent meeting for Sparks (5k-2nd Grade) and T&T (3rd-6th Grade)?

Yes, a zoom parent meeting will be held in the month of Augustmore information can be found in the Awana Registration details or by emailing [email protected]. Although it is not required, we recommend that parents attend so that their family can get the most out of Awana.  

My child has special needs, can they attend?

Alliance Church offers a wonderful ministry for students with special needs, ensuring that all participants can be happy, successful, and safe during AWANA. To ensure that support is available for your child, we kindly request that you contact our Special Needs Ministry Coordinator at [email protected] before registration. For more information about the Special Needs Ministry at Alliance, please visit our special needs page

What does the name “AWANA” Stand for?

The name Awana is an acronym for “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed,” which comes from their key verse: “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15, KJV). At Awana, we develop resilient disciples who love studying God’s word to deepen their relationship with Him. 

What is the Cubbie Parent Meeting? Is it Mandatory?

We want every preschooler and parent who participates in Cubbies to enjoy the maximum benefit from the program, which is why at least one parent must attend the Cubbie Parent Meeting before your child can register for Cubbies, even if they participated last year. Visit our events page or contact [email protected] to register for a Cubbie Parent Meeting.

Will my child be safe at Awana?

Safety and security is our top priority in Discovery Land (Sundays and Awana), which is why we have put the following safety procedures in place:  

  • Children in preschool receive a matching wristband with the parent who drops them off; the parent with the matching wristband must be the person who picks up the child. 
  • All volunteers have background checks and are trained in all security standards and safety procedures. 
  • A trained security team is on-site for all Awana programming. 

STAFF

Alexandria Abitz

Alexandria Abitz

Operations Manager - Discovery Land
Melanie Hilstad

Melanie Hilstad

Director - Discovery Land and Operations (Hortonville)
Jak Kamp

Jak Kamp

Ministry Assistant - DL 3rd - 6th
Andrea Klarner

Andrea Klarner

Systems Manager - Discovery Land
Julie Schwartzbauer

Julie Schwartzbauer

Coordinator – Discovery Land K-2 and AWANA
Kris Smoll

Kris Smoll

Executive Director - Discovery Land Global
Jessica Taylor

Jessica Taylor

Administrator - Discovery Land
Hannah Wagner

Hannah Wagner

Coordinator - DL Preschool
Colton Westby

Colton Westby

Coordinator - DL 3rd - 6th