Scheels recognizes the importance of activities and athletics to Des Moines Public School students. Starting with Mediacom Stadium, we have begun a district-wide initiative to improve our high school athletic facilities. Studies show that students who participate in …

Des Moines Public Schools is so grateful to Prairie Meadows for all of their generous support through grants this year. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino funded a multitude of projects including athletic uniforms, scoreboards, safety equipment, weight room …

Des Moines Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of “Parent University,” a new program developed with support from Google Fiber. This initiative aims to empower families by equipping them with essential technology skills to support their …

This another in a series of articles about the REIMAGINING EDUCATION initiative at Des Moines Public Schools, looking at various aspects of this work, from why it is underway in the first place to how it could improve …

The Iowa Department of Education has named Merrill Middle School teacher Blake Hammond one of Iowa’s first nine Regional Teachers of the Year and a finalist for the 2025 Iowa Teacher of the Year award. Blake Hammond has …