Creative writers and their teachers from Central Academy visited the world-renowned Iowa Writer’s Workshop at the University of Iowa on October 1, where they were hosted by authors and staff of the International Writing Program. In the morning, Joe Tiefenthaler, …
When she was 10, Talia Leman motivated other kids to trick-or-treat for Hurricane Katrina donations. Now the Roosevelt and Central Academy senior has her own nonprofit, RandomKid. In fact, her organization has now raised more than $10 million …
“Des Moines Central Academy, a nationally known magnet school, is recognized for the excellent performance of its students. We commend Central Academy…” Belin-Blank Center for Gifted Education The Advanced Placement Program was created in the 1950s by The …
Not many cities offer more within the bounds of one school district than Des Moines does. According to Superintendent Dr. Nancy Sebring, “The concept of offering a variety of school choices ties nicely with the work we are …
