Joe Jongewaard

Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 277-2563
joe.jongewaard@dmschools.org

Joe Jongewaard is a long-time community volunteer, businessman and public servant with experience in economic development, housing, finance and government. He was appointed to the School Board on January 27, 2012 to fill a vacancy for a term that expires in September 2013. Joe served as an aide to former Governor Tom Vilsack and U.S. Senator Tom Harkin and most recently was a project manager at the Iowa Department of Economic Development, helping to develop the state’s wind energy industry. In addition, Joe spent nearly 16 years of his career with Equitable Life Assurance. Among his volunteer work for the school district over the years, he served on the committee which developed the Downtown School. Joe holds a bachelors degree in economics from Iowa State University, and was recognized as an “Outstanding Young Alumnus” by ISU. He is married to Connie Cook, who recently retired after more than 40 years as a teacher, principal and Associate Superintendent with Des Moines Public Schools.  

Member Since: 2012
Term Expires: 2013