We are thrilled to honor Patty Jones as our DMPS Volunteer of the Month! Patty has become a cornerstone of support at Perkins Elementary, embodying the true spirit of service and community. Click here to read more: dmschools.org/community-enga…

Happy #SchoolNurseDay! This year alone, our school nurses have logged more than 204,000 student encounters and managed close to 22,000 health conditions. Don't miss this special video tribute featuring our amazing school nurses.

🎉The DMPS Foundation OneRun is back!🎉 Run, walk or cheer at this FREE family-friendly event and earn money for your school from our fantastic sponsors. The more people who participate on October 18, the more money your school gets. Register today! dmpsfoundation.org/events/

In honor of #TeacherAppreciationWeek, our Become Here Spotlight for May features two teachers and a principal. Follow the link to learn more about Taylor Welden, Alex Burns, and Cindy Wissler in the words of those who nominated them for the recognition. dmschools.org/2025/05/the-be…

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 future. Learn more at reimagine.dmschools.org

We celebrate the DMPS educators and staff retiring after years of service to our students and community. More than half gave 30+ years, and 5 extraordinary people, 40+. They leave a lasting legacy in Des Moines and wherever their students go in this world. dmschools.org/2025/05/congra…

It's #SchoolCommunicatorsDay! From sharing student successes to guiding families through big changes, our communications team - Phil, Amanda, Adam, Kyle, Jon and Amy - helps tell the story of public education every day. Follow us on social media and be part of the conversation!

When we unveiled the Reimagining Education plan, you stepped up. We asked you to give us feedback, and you came through with constructive input and a lot of questions about the plan. Now we want to share how what you told us is shaping the next steps. reimagine.dmschools.org/public-input/

As we celebrate the end of this school year, we’re already looking ahead! Meet 10 outstanding leaders - new faces and familiar ones in new roles - who will help lead the way into the 2025-2026 school year. dmschools.org/news_release/d…

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Another great partnership between Drake University and Des Moines Public Schools. As DMPS expands our Montessori program from one school to four, Drake is launching a new Masters of Science in Montessori Education degree program to support our teachers. dmschools.org/news_release/d…

This summer edition of TheWeek@DMPS has it all: ✨ A National Championship ✨ Award-winning Staff Members ✨ The Latest Reimagining Education update …and more stories and events you don’t want to miss. 📩 Read today's issue: conta.cc/4laRz2s

📢 DM Public Schools is hiring! Join us for our biggest job fairs of the year on July 16 & 30 at East High (815 E 13th St) from 10 AM-6 PM. We're hiring Special Ed Associates, Public Safety, Bus Drivers, Food Service, Metro Kids, Subs & more! Details ➡️ jobs.dmschools.org

Thank you to everyone who attended today's job fair. We will have our next big hiring event on July 30 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at East High School. If you couldn't make it today, we hope to see you then! Jobs@DMPS

Our Food & Nutrition staff are hard at work serving free summer meals to kids across Des Moines! 🍽️❤️ 📸 Thanks to Des Moines Register for the behind-the-scenes photos! 📍 Find free meal sites near you: dmschools.org/departments/di…

The Summer Job Fair hours on July 30 are changed to 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Jobs@DMPS is still hiring for a number of positions. Visit jobs.dmschools.org to learn more!

🚨 DM Public Schools Job Fair happening NOW at East High School (815 E 13th St)! We're hiring: 🧑‍🏫 Special Ed Associates 👮 Public Safety Officers 🧒 Metro Kids staff 🚌 Part-time Bus Drivers ➕ Subs: Teaching, Nursing, ASL. Meet our team & interview on the spot!

📢 More than 350 people attended our July job fairs, excited to join the work happening at DMPS! Thank you to everyone who applied or signed up for updates about openings. Explore open positions at Iowa’s largest provider of public education: dmschools.org/jobs

🎉 Big cheers for the new and newly promoted leaders at DMPS! From principals to district directors, these changemakers are ready to lead the way in 2025–26. Meet them here ➡️ dmschools.org/news_release/d…

Less than 20 days 'til the first day of school!📚 Principals and administrators spent a day at DM North High School this week for professional learning. We're getting ready to make it a great year at DMPS! flic.kr/s/aHBqjCpPdH