West Des Moines Community Schools

Does this mean summer is almost here!? Yes, it does! Spending the summer at the ball fields watching the Tigers sounds awesome! Go Tigers!

Congratulations to our very own Bryan Geelan. He is a recent graduate of the West Des Moines Leadership Academy sponsored and led by the amazing WDM Chamber of Commerce!

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

WDMCS educates, empowers, and inspires students each day with direction and support from our Board of Education. Join us in thanking our Board members this School Board Recognition Month!

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

📅 Get the main calendar dates for 2026-27, now on our website! See next year's first day of school, no school days, and breaks at discover.wdmcs.org/calendar-at-a-…. Two dates — the last days for Tiger Cubs Preschool and seniors — will go back to the Board for approval at a later date.

🏰 “Into the woods without delay!” Don’t miss Valley High School’s production of “Into the Woods” April 24-26. Learn more and get tickets at discover.wdmcs.org/into-the-woods.

🎊It's time to celebrate our teachers and staff! Please help our community committee show them appreciation by donating to Staff Recognition by May 6. When you donate, give your favorite teachers and staff a shout-out! Donate at givebutter.com/WDMCS2026.

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a special meeting to appoint a new member Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/special-board-…

☀️ Sign up for the Summer of Learning! Check out fun, enriching programs that will keep your kids busy this summer. Register now at discover.wdmcs.org/summer-of-lear….

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

⭐🎨🎉Join us April 9 for The 'Burbs Art Show! Valley High School will host this highly regarded, juried art exhibition from 5-7 p.m. this Thursday. Join us to see outstanding work by student artists in grades 9-12 from WDMCS and the surrounding districts!

📢 Notice of Public Hearing: Residents and taxpayers within the WDMCS district boundaries are invited to attend the annual proposed property tax levy public hearing for the 2027 fiscal year on Monday, April 13 at 5:15 p.m. at the Learning Resource Center.

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

WDMCS Community Education’s Personal Care Drive collected more than 5,200 essential items this year. Thank you to everyone who donated — you filled the entire wishlist! The drive benefits WDMCS students and clients of Clive Community Services and West Des Moines Human Services.

“Only by sharing our voice can we be heard.” — 2025 Student Voice Symposium learners Learn more and sign up at discover.wdmcs.org/symposium. Thank you to Microsoft’s Datacenter Community Affairs team for partnering with us to lift student voices and develop community leaders!

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

📢 Visit discover.wdmcs.org/symposium to sign up for the 2026 Student Voice Symposium, “Activating My Power: Connect, Lead, Grow.” ⚡Develop your voice, uncover your leadership identity, and build community in interactive, student-centered sessions. Join us at Valley on March 28!

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….

The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines. Get more info. at discover.wdmcs.org/schoolboardmee….