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What We Do for Schools

Every School Event Covered

From the first day of field day planning to the final cap toss at senior sendoff — we’ve got the right equipment, experience, and local know-how for every school celebration in Springfield and the 417.

K–8 · Outdoor · Spring
Field Day Rentals

Bounce houses, combo units, obstacle courses, and interactive stations that rotate with your class schedule. We help you build a package that keeps every grade group moving.

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High School · Post-Ceremony · Safe Celebration
Project Graduation

Supervised, alcohol-free post-graduation celebrations with the thrilling equipment high schoolers actually want — obstacle courses, jousting, bungee runs, and competitive games.

See Grad Night Options
High School · On-Campus · Sendoff
Senior Sendoff

Springfield Public Schools now hosts Senior Sendoffs at each high school. We make them memorable — mechanical bulls, giant slides, and Instagram-worthy experiences for the class’s final celebration together.

Plan Your Senior Sendoff
K–12 · Festival Style · All Ages
School Carnivals

Multi-attraction carnival packages with bounce houses, slides, and games that create a festival atmosphere right on your school campus — perfect for end-of-year celebrations.

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PTA · Fundraising · Community
PTA Fundraisers

Partner with Jumping Jacks to run a fundraising event your school families will look forward to every year. We coordinate the attractions; your PTA focuses on the community connections.

Talk to Our School Team
All Grades · Planning Guide
Equipment by Grade

Not sure what to rent for your grade level? Our age-based equipment guide takes the guesswork out — from bounce houses for kindergarteners to mechanical bulls for seniors.

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The Right Equipment for Every Age

Match Your Grade Level to the Right Gear

Not all inflatables work for all ages. Here’s what we recommend — and why — for each grade band.

Elementary · Grades K–5
Classic Bounce Houses & Combo Units
“Focus on pure play and burning energy”
  • Classic Bounce Houses
  • Combo Units (Jump + Slide)
  • Water Slides (warm weather)
  • Toddler-safe units for Pre-K
Middle School · Grades 6–8
Long Obstacle Courses & Interactive Games
“Focus on competition and social interaction”
  • Long Obstacle Courses
  • Jousting / Gladiator Duels
  • Inflatable Basketball Challenges
  • Human Foosball
High School · Grades 9–12
Mechanical Bulls, Bungee Runs & Giant Slides
“Focus on thrill factors and Instagrammable moments”
  • Mechanical Bull (operator included)
  • Bungee Runs
  • Giant Slides
  • Competitive Obstacle Courses
Why Schools Choose Us

Built for School Events

Schools have unique needs — tight schedules, liability requirements, and hundreds of kids at once. Here’s why Springfield-area PTAs and school coordinators trust us year after year.

Clockwork Scheduling

We arrive at least 30 minutes before your event start time — every time. Schools run on tight schedules, and our setup crew knows it.

Insurance Provided

We carry liability insurance above Missouri state requirements and provide a certificate for every school event — no back-and-forth with your district office.

Sanitized Before Arrival

Every unit is cleaned and sanitized before it reaches your campus. We take school safety standards seriously — and so do the parents in your community.

Full Setup & Teardown

Teachers and volunteers focus on students. We handle all loading, unloading, inflation, staking, and breakdown — zero work on your end.

Right Equipment, Right Age

We help you select the right mix of inflatables and games for your exact grade levels — not a one-size-fits-all catalog recommendation.

Community Partner

“Jumping Jacks is super supportive of our local community and extremely easy to work with.” — Real review from a Springfield school coordinator.

School Occasions We Cover

Perfect For Any School Celebration

Year-round, from the first week of school to the last day of finals, we help your school mark the moments that matter.

Field Day

End-of-year outdoor celebration with rotating stations

Project Graduation

Safe, supervised all-night grad celebration

Senior Sendoff

On-campus celebration for graduating seniors

School Carnival

Multi-attraction festival-style campus event

PTA Fundraiser

Community-building event that drives school funding

Back-to-School Night

Fun family welcome event to kick off the year

End-of-Year Party

Classroom or grade-level celebration before summer

Spirit Week

Activity-day inflatables to boost school spirit

Simple from Start to Finish

How to Book Your School Event

Four straightforward steps — and we handle all the heavy lifting in between.

1

Request a Quote

Tell us your event type, grade levels, expected attendance, and date. We’ll build a package around your school’s specific needs.

2

Reserve Your Date

Sign your rental agreement and lock in your equipment. Spring dates fill fast — especially May and early June.

3

We Handle Setup

Our crew arrives early, sets everything up, and does a full safety walkthrough with your event coordinator before students arrive.

4

Enjoy the Event

You focus on your students. At the end of the day, we break down and haul away everything — leaving your campus exactly as we found it.

What Schools Are Saying

Real Reviews from Springfield Schools

4.9 stars on Google from 200+ real customers — including teachers, PTA coordinators, and school administrators across the 417.

School Event Review
★★★★★

“Our school has used Jumping Jacks the last few years for our end-of-year celebration. They have great products, flexible to work with, on time the day of event and always very friendly and professional. Definitely would recommend!”

School Event Review
★★★★★

“I have used Jumping Jacks a handful of times — this last time specifically for a school event. Jumping Jacks is super supportive of our local community and extremely easy to work with. Highly recommend!”

Preschool / School Review
★★★★★

“We have used Jumping Jacks for many events held at the Preschool I work for and they’re incredible. They’re always so helpful with set up/take down, readily available to answer questions, and have plenty of supplies. You can’t beat the pricing!”

Common Questions

School Event FAQ

Everything Springfield teachers, PTA coordinators, and administrators need to know before booking.

What kind of inflatables are best for a school field day?
It depends on your grade levels. For elementary students (K–5), classic bounce houses and combo units with slides are the sweet spot — they focus on pure play and burning energy without needing complex rules. Middle schoolers (6–8) love long obstacle courses and head-to-head competitive games like jousting because the social competition keeps them engaged. High school students (9–12) want the thrill factor: mechanical bulls, bungee runs, and giant slides that create shareable moments. Most schools mix equipment across grade-level rotations, and we help you build the right package for your school’s specific layout and schedule.
How far in advance should I book inflatables for a school event?
For school events, we recommend booking 4 to 8 weeks in advance — earlier if your event falls in May or early June, which is peak season. Field days, graduation events, and carnivals all cluster in the same 6-week window, and popular equipment like obstacle courses and mechanical bulls reserves fast. You can technically book as late as the day before, but your selection will be limited. Locking in early also gives you time to confirm details with your district and get any insurance documents in order.
Does Jumping Jacks Events handle all the setup and teardown?
Yes — always. Setup and teardown are included with every rental. Our crew arrives at least 30 minutes before your event start time, handles all delivery, inflation, staking (or sandbagging for hard surfaces), and safety walkthrough before students ever touch the equipment. At the end of your event, we return, break everything down, and load it all out. Teachers, volunteers, and coordinators focus on the kids — not the equipment.
What is a Senior Sendoff, and how is it different from Project Graduation?
Project Graduation is a longstanding national tradition — a supervised, alcohol-free celebration held overnight after commencement to keep graduates safe. Springfield Public Schools transitioned to a shorter “Senior Sendoff” format in 2024, held on-campus at each high school rather than at an off-site venue. Both events serve the same core purpose: giving seniors a memorable, safe way to celebrate. The equipment that works best for both formats is similar — mechanical bulls, competitive obstacle courses, giant slides, and interactive games that seniors actually want to participate in. Jumping Jacks has experience supporting both formats.
Can Jumping Jacks Events support a PTA fundraiser or school carnival?
Absolutely. We regularly work with PTAs across Springfield and Southwest Missouri on carnivals, fundraising nights, and family event days. We help you select the right mix of attractions for your school’s size and budget, handle all logistics, and provide full setup and teardown. Our team is experienced on school campuses and understands how to run multiple attractions simultaneously with large groups. Call us to talk through what a carnival package would look like for your school — every event is different, and we build packages accordingly.
What surfaces can inflatables be set up on at a school?
Our inflatables work on grass, concrete, asphalt, and gymnasium floors — making them compatible with almost any school campus layout. On grass or dirt, we use ground stakes. On hard surfaces like blacktop or gym floors, we use sandbags. We need access to a standard electrical outlet (15 or 20 amp) within 100 feet of the setup area. If your space is farther from power, we can provide a generator at an additional charge. If you’re unsure about your campus setup, just give us a call — we’re happy to talk through logistics before you book.
Does Jumping Jacks Events carry liability insurance for school events?
Yes. We carry liability insurance above Missouri state requirements, and we provide a certificate of insurance for every school event upon request. Many Springfield-area schools and the Springfield Public Schools district require this before approving any vendor on campus. Just let us know when you book that your school needs the COI, and we’ll have it ready well in advance of your event.
What happens if the weather is bad on our school event day?
Safety comes first. If rain, high winds, or severe weather are forecast, our team will contact you no later than 2 hours before your event to discuss options. If the event can move indoors, we can often accommodate that. If it can’t be rescheduled or moved, we offer a full refund or an alternative rental date. We know that school events take months to plan and coordinate with hundreds of families — we do everything we can to communicate early so you have time to adjust communications to parents and students.
Ready to Get Started?

We’re Here to Help

Reach out any way that works for you. We make quoting school events fast and easy.

Get a Free Quote

Tell us your event type, school, grade levels, and date. We’ll build a custom package and get back to you fast.

Start My Quote

Call Us

Prefer to talk through your event? Call our team at (417) 299-1103. We’re local and know the Springfield school calendar.

(417) 299-1103

Email Us

Send us your event details and we’ll respond quickly with options and availability. Great for sharing documents or COI requests.

info@jumpingjacksevents.com
Book Your School Event

Let’s Plan Your School Event

Here’s what happens after you reach out.

1

Confirm Availability

We check your date and match the right equipment to your grade levels and campus layout.

2

Transparent Quote

You get a clear package quote — no hidden fees, no surprises on delivery day.

3

Confirm the Details

We finalize setup location, arrival time, power access, and your COI if needed by your district.

4

Lock In Your Date

Sign your agreement and your date is secured. Spring books fast — don’t wait.

Now accepting spring bookings — May & June dates fill weeks in advance

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