Des Moines Public Schools shares condolences with family, friends and colleagues on the death of Teree Caldwell-Johnson. The school district was informed by her family that Ms. Caldwell-Johnson passed away early this morning after a long battle with …
DMPS is welcoming William Givens as the new Director of Custodial Services. Givens is responsible for leading the team that maintains healthy and safe spaces for our 30,000 students and nearly 5,000 employees in almost 70 buildings. Givens …
Congratulations to Metro Kids and 21CCLC program manager Linda Phillips on her selection as an Afterschool Alliance 2024 Afterschool Ambassador. Linda is the only Iowan to be selected, and one of just 15 people honored nationwide. As the …
Des Moines Public Schools is proud to announce that it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. This marks …
Des Moines Public Schools is increasing organizational concentration on strengthening the district’s overall fundraising capacity and sustainability. New Chief of Staff for Philanthropic Engagement Kayli Becker will provide strategic leadership to diversify, strengthen and grow funding opportunities to keep …
