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At DMPS we're opening new doors to stronger schools, expanded PreK, and pathways to college and careers. Because the Reimagining Education initiative is about more choices. And together we're building a better future for our students.
Learn more at reimagine.dmschools.org
Learn more at reimagine.dmschools.org
Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? Des Moines Public Schools is hiring Special Education Associates.
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
November 18, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? Des Moines Public Schools is hiring Special Education Associates.
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
Big news at North High School! Students are eligible for a FREE 529 education savings account thanks to By Degrees Foundation. Students will receive up to $500 for meeting personal and academic goals. Interim Superintendent Matt Smith encouraged students to talk to their families about the future.
November 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Big news at North High School! Students are eligible for a FREE 529 education savings account thanks to By Degrees Foundation. Students will receive up to $500 for meeting personal and academic goals. Interim Superintendent Matt Smith encouraged students to talk to their families about the future.
Giving Tuesday is on December 2. We hope you’ll consider Des Moines Public Schools in your plans.
Your support makes a direct impact on students and families.
Mark your calendar. Make a difference.
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Your support makes a direct impact on students and families.
Mark your calendar. Make a difference.
Learn more: ia-desmoines-lite.intouchreceipting.com/GeneralDonat...
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Consider DMPS This Giving Tuesday
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November 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Giving Tuesday is on December 2. We hope you’ll consider Des Moines Public Schools in your plans.
Your support makes a direct impact on students and families.
Mark your calendar. Make a difference.
Learn more: ia-desmoines-lite.intouchreceipting.com/GeneralDonat...
youtu.be/R36MPRlcNrI?...
Your support makes a direct impact on students and families.
Mark your calendar. Make a difference.
Learn more: ia-desmoines-lite.intouchreceipting.com/GeneralDonat...
youtu.be/R36MPRlcNrI?...
This week, we honor Laura Amsler - 2025 DMPS Homeless Liaison of the Year.
Laura serves Roosevelt High School students and is a steady source of support for families experiencing homelessness. Read more about Laura and #HomelessAwarenessWeek at DMPS: www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
Laura serves Roosevelt High School students and is a steady source of support for families experiencing homelessness. Read more about Laura and #HomelessAwarenessWeek at DMPS: www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
November 17, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This week, we honor Laura Amsler - 2025 DMPS Homeless Liaison of the Year.
Laura serves Roosevelt High School students and is a steady source of support for families experiencing homelessness. Read more about Laura and #HomelessAwarenessWeek at DMPS: www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
Laura serves Roosevelt High School students and is a steady source of support for families experiencing homelessness. Read more about Laura and #HomelessAwarenessWeek at DMPS: www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
Students at Edmunds Elementary took part in the annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. 65 years ago today, Bridges was one of the first students to integrate a school. The event uplifts tolerance, respect, and the importance of quality public education for all. See more at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAJdW
November 14, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Students at Edmunds Elementary took part in the annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. 65 years ago today, Bridges was one of the first students to integrate a school. The event uplifts tolerance, respect, and the importance of quality public education for all. See more at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAJdW
Big things are happening at DMPS! With the Reimagining Education bond approved, our work to bring new opportunities to students is just beginning. You’ll also find stories of generosity, creativity, and kindness in this week's edition of TheWeek@DMPS. myemail.constantcontact.com/Reimagining-...
November 14, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Big things are happening at DMPS! With the Reimagining Education bond approved, our work to bring new opportunities to students is just beginning. You’ll also find stories of generosity, creativity, and kindness in this week's edition of TheWeek@DMPS. myemail.constantcontact.com/Reimagining-...
#WorldKindnessDay at Hubbell Elementary was filled with smiles, Mr. Rogers sweaters, and signs as staff greeted families and students at the start of the day. The gesture reminded everyone how a simple act of kindness can brighten lives. flic.kr/s/aHBqjCABrk
Smiles, Sweaters, Signs for World Kindness Day at Hubbell
World Kindness Day at Hubbell Elementary was filled with smiles, sweaters and signs as staff wore Mr. Rogers cardigans while greeting families and students into the building.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:19 PM
#WorldKindnessDay at Hubbell Elementary was filled with smiles, Mr. Rogers sweaters, and signs as staff greeted families and students at the start of the day. The gesture reminded everyone how a simple act of kindness can brighten lives. flic.kr/s/aHBqjCABrk
Next week is Homeless Awareness Week. At DMPS, more than 550 students will experience homelessness this school year. Learn more and how you can make a difference. www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
Homeless Awareness Week Shines Light on 550 DMPS Students - Des Moines Public Schools
More than 550 students in Des Moines Public Schools are experiencing homelessness this school year. It’s a number that represents far more than statistics. Each number is a child, a family, and a stor...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Next week is Homeless Awareness Week. At DMPS, more than 550 students will experience homelessness this school year. Learn more and how you can make a difference. www.dmschools.org/2025/11/home...
Students in Megan Harms' Child Development class at Hoover High School had some hands-on learning today, helping with the PE class at Moore Elementary School as part of their studies about children and exercise. See more at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAFyf
November 13, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Students in Megan Harms' Child Development class at Hoover High School had some hands-on learning today, helping with the PE class at Moore Elementary School as part of their studies about children and exercise. See more at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAFyf
The Central Campus culinary arts program students are presenting a Farm-to-Table Gourmet Dinner to celebrate fresh, local ingredients and student-crafted dishes that highlight the best of Iowa’s harvest.
🌽Tickets are available now! www.vancoevents.com/us/events/la...
🌽Tickets are available now! www.vancoevents.com/us/events/la...
November 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The Central Campus culinary arts program students are presenting a Farm-to-Table Gourmet Dinner to celebrate fresh, local ingredients and student-crafted dishes that highlight the best of Iowa’s harvest.
🌽Tickets are available now! www.vancoevents.com/us/events/la...
🌽Tickets are available now! www.vancoevents.com/us/events/la...
💫 Community Partner Spotlight 💫
Volunteers from Principal Financial are making a difference at Garton Elementary by reading one-on-one with students who need extra support. We are grateful for their partnership! www.dmschools.org/community-en...
Volunteers from Principal Financial are making a difference at Garton Elementary by reading one-on-one with students who need extra support. We are grateful for their partnership! www.dmschools.org/community-en...
Community Partner Spotlight - Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines Public Schools is fortunate to have numerous community partners who support our students, teachers and schools in ways big and small. Each month we will shine the spotlight on a partner mak...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:42 PM
💫 Community Partner Spotlight 💫
Volunteers from Principal Financial are making a difference at Garton Elementary by reading one-on-one with students who need extra support. We are grateful for their partnership! www.dmschools.org/community-en...
Volunteers from Principal Financial are making a difference at Garton Elementary by reading one-on-one with students who need extra support. We are grateful for their partnership! www.dmschools.org/community-en...
🌟 Volunteer Spotlight - Abe Goldstein 🌟
Windsor Elementary is grateful for Abe Goldstein - a musician, writer, and CultureAll Ambassador - who shares his talents with students every day. Read more about Abe on our website. www.dmschools.org/community-en...
Windsor Elementary is grateful for Abe Goldstein - a musician, writer, and CultureAll Ambassador - who shares his talents with students every day. Read more about Abe on our website. www.dmschools.org/community-en...
November 11, 2025 at 6:31 PM
🌟 Volunteer Spotlight - Abe Goldstein 🌟
Windsor Elementary is grateful for Abe Goldstein - a musician, writer, and CultureAll Ambassador - who shares his talents with students every day. Read more about Abe on our website. www.dmschools.org/community-en...
Windsor Elementary is grateful for Abe Goldstein - a musician, writer, and CultureAll Ambassador - who shares his talents with students every day. Read more about Abe on our website. www.dmschools.org/community-en...
It’s FAFSA time for seniors! 🎓
Filing early gives you the best shot at grants, scholarships and work-study before funds run out. Even if you’re undecided on college, submit an application now to keep your options open.
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Filing early gives you the best shot at grants, scholarships and work-study before funds run out. Even if you’re undecided on college, submit an application now to keep your options open.
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-...
November 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
It’s FAFSA time for seniors! 🎓
Filing early gives you the best shot at grants, scholarships and work-study before funds run out. Even if you’re undecided on college, submit an application now to keep your options open.
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-...
Filing early gives you the best shot at grants, scholarships and work-study before funds run out. Even if you’re undecided on college, submit an application now to keep your options open.
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-...
Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? We are hiring Special Education Associates.
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
November 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? We are hiring Special Education Associates.
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
✅ Summer, winter and spring breaks, plus paid holidays
📚 Paid training and development
💙 Healthcare, IPERS retirement
💵 $2,000 hiring bonus!
👉 dmps.schoolspring.com?jobid=5355138
Lincoln High School shop class students are making bed frames for Iowa kids. While learning woodworking skills, they're also helping the organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Hear from students about why this project means so much to them. who13.com/on-air/seen-...
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November 10, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Lincoln High School shop class students are making bed frames for Iowa kids. While learning woodworking skills, they're also helping the organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Hear from students about why this project means so much to them. who13.com/on-air/seen-...
Interim Superintendent Matt Smith talks to WHO-TV about the overwhelming support from the community on Tuesday for the Reimagining Education bonds. youtu.be/BBFq2hJ3p4U?...
DMPS Interim Superintendent Matt Smith reacts to 'Reimagining Education' bond's overwhelming support
YouTube video by WHO13
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November 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Interim Superintendent Matt Smith talks to WHO-TV about the overwhelming support from the community on Tuesday for the Reimagining Education bonds. youtu.be/BBFq2hJ3p4U?...
“Voters in Iowa’s largest school district overwhelmingly approved a $265 million bond referendum.” KCCI-TV reports on the Reimagining Education referendum passing with more than 73% of the vote. www.kcci.com/article/iowa...
Iowa elections: Des Moines Public Schools' $265 million bond issue results
According to unofficial results, voters approved a $265 million bond issue Des Moines school officials say will update school buildings, expand access to preschool, and offer improved career and techn...
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November 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
“Voters in Iowa’s largest school district overwhelmingly approved a $265 million bond referendum.” KCCI-TV reports on the Reimagining Education referendum passing with more than 73% of the vote. www.kcci.com/article/iowa...
"Des Moines Public Schools wins 'decisive victory' as voters pass $265 million bond." The Des Moines Register reports on passage of the Reimagining Education bond, which received more than 73% of the vote in yesterday's election. www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/p...
Des Moines Public Schools
wins 'decisive victory' as voters pass $265 million bond
After two years, the Des Moines Public Schools' community made its choice when it comes to Reimagining Education.
www.desmoinesregister.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:56 PM
"Des Moines Public Schools wins 'decisive victory' as voters pass $265 million bond." The Des Moines Register reports on passage of the Reimagining Education bond, which received more than 73% of the vote in yesterday's election. www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/p...
The Nov. 4 bond has been approved by voters! Over the next five years, Des Moines Public Schools will implement the Reimagining Education plan and provide the best educational choices to students. Discover what Reimagining Education looks like for your school. reimagine.dmschools.org/what-is-the-...
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 AM
The Nov. 4 bond has been approved by voters! Over the next five years, Des Moines Public Schools will implement the Reimagining Education plan and provide the best educational choices to students. Discover what Reimagining Education looks like for your school. reimagine.dmschools.org/what-is-the-...
The polls are open! You will be able to vote from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Make your voice heard in today's bond election and find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
November 4, 2025 at 1:39 PM
The polls are open! You will be able to vote from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Make your voice heard in today's bond election and find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
A reminder that there are no classes at DMPS today and tomorrow for our annual Election Day break. See you on Wednesday!
November 3, 2025 at 3:58 PM
A reminder that there are no classes at DMPS today and tomorrow for our annual Election Day break. See you on Wednesday!
DMPS Chief Operations Officer Dr. Rainey Briggs on what modernized school buildings could mean for our students.
November 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM
DMPS Chief Operations Officer Dr. Rainey Briggs on what modernized school buildings could mean for our students.
Election day is tomorrow, Nov. 4! Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
Find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
November 3, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Election day is tomorrow, Nov. 4! Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
Find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/vo...
If the Nov. 4 bond passes, it would cost the average Des Moines homeowner about $16.53/month - less than a Netflix subscription and keeping the rate lower than five years ago.
Even with the bond, the DMPS tax rate would still be ~$2 lower than its 2020 peak.
reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
Even with the bond, the DMPS tax rate would still be ~$2 lower than its 2020 peak.
reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
November 2, 2025 at 4:09 PM
If the Nov. 4 bond passes, it would cost the average Des Moines homeowner about $16.53/month - less than a Netflix subscription and keeping the rate lower than five years ago.
Even with the bond, the DMPS tax rate would still be ~$2 lower than its 2020 peak.
reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
Even with the bond, the DMPS tax rate would still be ~$2 lower than its 2020 peak.
reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
DMPS presented a revised Reimagining Education plan in July - shaped by community feedback - reducing costs while keeping students first.
If the Nov. 4 bond doesn’t pass, the risk is building closures, staff reductions, and delayed safety upgrades.
🚀 Learn more: reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
If the Nov. 4 bond doesn’t pass, the risk is building closures, staff reductions, and delayed safety upgrades.
🚀 Learn more: reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
November 1, 2025 at 2:38 PM
DMPS presented a revised Reimagining Education plan in July - shaped by community feedback - reducing costs while keeping students first.
If the Nov. 4 bond doesn’t pass, the risk is building closures, staff reductions, and delayed safety upgrades.
🚀 Learn more: reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/
If the Nov. 4 bond doesn’t pass, the risk is building closures, staff reductions, and delayed safety upgrades.
🚀 Learn more: reimagine.dmschools.org/more-answers/