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At Des Moines Public Schools, we challenge each other and champion each other. We're more than educators. We're motivators, mentors, and cheerleaders. A champion for your child.

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Here's the schedule for Sunday's Youth Voice presidential candidate forum: 8:40 - @TulsiGabbard 9:10 - @BilldeBlasio 9:40 - @MichaelBennet 10:10 - @BernieSanders 10:40 - @TimRyan 11:10 - @AndrewYang 11:40 - @JoeSestak 12:15 - @TomSteyer

DMPS, Register Host Youth Forum for Presidential Candidates - Des Moines Public Schools

Iowa’s largest news organization and Iowa’s largest and most diverse school district are partnering to co-sponsor a presidential candidate forum on issues important to students and young voters....

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All staff, students and visitors will be required to wear a mask beginning Wednesday, Sept. 15. Please follow the link to learn about a federal court decision to block the state's ban on mask mandates in schools, and read a message from the superintendent.

Des Moines Public Schools Will Reinstate Mask Mandate - Des Moines Public Schools

NOTE: following the press release is a letter sent by Superintendent Ahart to all DMPS families on Tuesday, September 14 providing additional information on the mask requirements in effect at DMPS....

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Students at @DMRoosevelt on stage awaiting the arrival of @BernieSanders . #IAcaucus

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We made some updates to our school marquee signs the other day. This is one of them.

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COVID-19 cases at DMPS had been steadily increasing this school year until mid-September, when we were allowed to require face masks. Last week saw our lowest number of cases so far in 2021-22. #MasksWork

COVID Cases Trend Downward Since DMPS Mandates Masks - Des Moines Public Schools

A steady decline in the number of reported COVID-19 cases among students and staff at Des Moines Public Schools corresponds with the return last month of a district-wide requirement to wear face...

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To our East High School students and staff: even though there are no classes tomorrow please know that our grief counselors will be at school tomorrow and all week long to support you after today’s tragic event.

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Thanks to the campaigns of @BetoORourke and @KamalaHarris for donating school supplies to DMPS this week. And thanks to Beto for dropping by @Moulton_DMPS today to make the delivery, tour the school, and talk with teachers on back-to-school eve.

Beto O'Rourke Drops Off School Supplies at Moulton

Presidential candidate and former U.S. Congressman Beto O'Rourke stopped by Moulton Elementary School to deliver some back-to-school supplies that his campaign collected. While there he met with...

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👇 ❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️🖤 #ScarletStrong

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The School Board unanimously approved naming the @DsmEast High School auditorium in honor of Ruth Ann Gaines ... a former drama teacher at East and a long-time public servant as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives.

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"I am from Des Moines, Iowa - not even the city but out in the country. I don't have a lot of trappings ... I'm just a simple person with a silly bone." Cloris Leachman - @DSMRoosevelt Class of 1942/Academy Award winner 1971 The school's stage, named for her, as seen tonight.

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Our hearts go out to the family and friends of @DsmEast High freshman Ema Cardenas, who died yesterday afternoon in a hit-and-run accident in the 1600 block of East University Ave. Ema has been with us since kindergarten and will be deeply missed by her friends and teachers.

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Des Moines Public Schools will always welcome and support our diverse student body. This includes our transgender students.

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FYI ... from the @HarvardGH and @nytimes .

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Breaking News! Free meals for all students at every DMPS school building during the 2022-23 school year. "This is about providing the essentials for every child and supporting every family." - Matt Smith, Associate Superintendent.

Free Meals For All Students During The 2022-23 School Year - Des Moines Public Schools

Des Moines Public Schools is excited to announce the district food and nutrition program will provide free meals to every DMPS enrolled student at every school building during the 2022-23 school...

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We really really really really really really really really really really want you to stay warm. Activities at DMPS cancelled TONIGHT - classes/activities cancelled TOMORROW – decision on possible THURSDAY delay or cancellation announced tomorrow.

Weather Closing Information - Des Moines Public Schools

In the event of inclement weather Des Moines Public Schools may do one of four things: Cancel classes at all schools but administrative and school offices remain open. Cancel classes at all schools...

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Tuesday night the School Board approved a student-led effort to have their school honor @NASA "hidden figure" Mary Jackson. This morning "Andrew" was removed from the front of the school. The red wall will be repainted and "Mary" added before the new school year.

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RIP to one of our most distinguished and popular alums: Cloris Leachman. The Academy Award winner visited her alma mater, @DSMRoosevelt , in August 2016 as the theater stage was named in her honor:

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@QuinnyPooh16 Be a good representative of yourself and your school, and use appropriate language when tweeting to the school district.

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Show your support for the students, staff and community of East High School this Thursday by making it Scarlet Day. Wear red as a sign of solidarity and caring. This Thursday, we are all Scarlets. #ScarletStrong

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A statement from Superintendent Tom Ahart on how Des Moines Public Schools is planning ahead for the end of the 2019-20 school year.

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A big congratulations to @DM_North senior Deavin Hilson on committing to sign with the @uiowa @HawkeyeFootball ! A great day to be a #Hawkeye and a #PolarBear .

'You can do anything': Des Moines North's Deavin Hilson picks Iowa, makes school history

"Nobody in this city would’ve thought somebody from North would have gotten this far."

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A @DM_North student challenged his soccer coach to experience the barriers he faces getting to school and practice. They spent an entire day together, and it's one Coach Schipper says he will never forget.

New Year and New Perspective for North Coach - Des Moines Public Schools

When a student arrives to begin the school day, we only get a glimpse of what life is like during the other seventeen hours they are not in the building. The obstacles many students face just to...

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The School Board approves a $5 million renovation of the @DsmEast High School auditorium, creating a first-rate performance space at this historic school.

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Happy Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District Golden Anniversary Day! Honestly, a good thing we lost this case 50 years ago.

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Our deepest condolences to the friends, family, classmates and teachers of @LHSrails senior Malik Rucker.

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Respect to our students for lifting their voices on behalf of themselves, their teammates and classmates, and their schools.

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Big news for DMPS! We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Ian Roberts as our next Superintendent. His educational experience along with a focus on academic excellence and innovation creates an exciting opportunity for our students, staff and community.

Announcing our New Superintendent: Dr. Ian Roberts - Des Moines Public Schools

Roberts is a current Pennsylvania superintendent and a former Olympic athlete The Des Moines Public School Board voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Ian Roberts as the Des Moines Public Schools’ new...

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Teachers and staff at Capitol View Elementary School were out first thing this morning to show their solidarity and support for East High School before welcoming their own future Scarlets for the school day. ❤️🖤❤️🖤 #ScarletStrong

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🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

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At Des Moines Public Schools, we've welcomed #refugees as our students and families, our neighbors and friends.

World Comes Together at Summer Refugee Jumpstart Program - Des Moines Public Schools

If you were a refugee who escaped a war-torn homeland and you were doubly lucky you’d be welcomed wherever you landed by a man the likes of Vinh Nguyen. His official title at Des Moines Public...

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So, some good news to start the morning: the month of March is over!

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There are reports of a shooting near East High School. Police are actively investigating. The district is working with staff and families. We will have more information as it becomes available.

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A beautiful sight: vaccines into the arms of 1,000 of our teachers and staff. We cannot say THANK YOU enough to the team from @MercyOneDSM for providing this first #COVID19 clinic. Snow and cold outside but a brighter forecast indoors. See more at

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I'm not crying, you're crying. 👇❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️🖤 #ScarletStrong

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Yesterday Castle Singers recorded this for our DMPS neighbors on the East Side. We are #ScarletStrong

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The School Board has unanimously voted to name the gymnasium at @DsmEast High School in honor of long-time basketball Coach Sam L. Powell. He led the Scarlets to five State tournament appearances including a championship in 2011.

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Congratulations to @DSMRoosevelt Boys Track and Field and Boys Cross Country coach Sara Schwendinger on being named the 2023 @IHSAA Character Counts Coach of the Year!

Schwendinger Wins 2023 IHSAA Character Counts Award - Des Moines Public Schools

Congratulations to Coach Sara Schwendinger on earning the 2023 IHSAA Character Counts Coach of the Year! The honor is presented jointly through the Iowa High School Athletic Association, the Robert...

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The School Board unanimously OKed submitting a wavier to the state to start classes in 100% virtual instruction and transition to the previously developed Return to Learn plan when COVID-19 conditions in Polk County allow for safe, physically distanced in-person instruction.

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In 2018, Shelby Minero could not participate in her graduation ceremony as she was receiving treatment for leukemia. Her brother Henry walked for her. Today at @DM_North , with Henry off to boot camp, Shelby walked for her brother. #Classof2020

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Ms. Cox's Kindergarteners at Studebaker Elementary School wore red for Scarlet Day ... showing their support for East High School. ❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️🖤 #ScarletStrong

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The learning might be virtual but the teaching is very real. Many teachers are using their classrooms to deliver online lessons; all of them are working hard to support and educate students. See more from around the district at

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Way to go @LHSrails Class of 2015, including Daniel Shamblen whose walk across the stage brought a standing ovation! http://t.co/mI2EX0zelH

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Our message to #immigrant and #refugee students: “you belong here and Des Moines Public Schools stands by you.”

DMPS to Immigrant, Refugee Students: You Belong, We Stand By You - Des Moines Public Schools

The following statement is from School Board chair Teree Caldwell-Johnson and Superintendent Tom Ahart: This weekend, much of the world’s attention was focused on an effort by the federal government...

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A big congratulations to teachers Emily Lang and Kristopher Rollins on being presented with Mary McCleod Bethune Award by Iowa Juneteenth, recognizing their work to empower students in Des Moines.

Juneteenth Honors Lang, Rollins for Empowering Students - Des Moines Public Schools

DMPS teachers Kristopher Rollins and Emily Lang – co-founders of Movement 515, RunDSM and the Urban Leadership Academy – received the Mary McCleod Bethune Award at last night’s annual Iowa Juneteenth...

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The universal mask requirement will remain in place at Des Moines Public Schools for now. Read a message about the decision from Superintendent Dr. Thomas Ahart.

DMPS Mask Mandate Remains in Place With Court Ruling - Des Moines Public Schools

A decision by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals is allowing a lawsuit to go forward against Iowa’s law banning mask mandates but orders an injunction putting the law on hold be applied to only schools...

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The DMPS School Board will consider a district administration proposal to end the School Resource Officer (SRO) program in favor of more progressive ways to serve students, staff and the community at tonight's meeting beginning at 6 p.m.

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"[DMPS] officials deserve big praise for working diligently to provide largely remote educational options to more than 30,000 students ... Des Moines is also among the Iowa school districts that deserve praise for standing up to Gov. Kim Reynolds."

Reopening schools should not result in legal battles, but Reynolds left districts no choice

Some Iowa school officials are rightly more concerned with public health than threats from a governor about losing credit for class time.

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A message from Superintendent Tom Ahart on school closures and #COVID19 . DMPS announced last week our plan to cancel all programs, activities and classes until March 30, and will extend our closure until April 13.

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. @McKinleyDSM celebrates end of the school year with a talent show including Best. @GeneSimmons . Impersonator. Ever!

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Congratulations to @DM_North @PolarBearsBBall sophomore guard Tyreke Locure on being voted the @PrepHoopsIA 2017 Player of the Year! #pbn

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Please mask up Iowa: so simple even a child can do it. #MaskUpDSM

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DMPS classes and activities cancelled for Monday due to cold temps and wind chilll warning. More details available at http://t.co/VHBT2S7X1g

DMPS Classes Cancelled/Offices Open for Monday, January 6 - Des Moines Public Schools

Due to the forecast for extreme low temperatures continuing through tomorrow, and the wind chill warning in effect from the National Weather Service, classes at Des Moines Public Schools are cancel...

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Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends, the classmates and teammates of @DsmEast student and @DSMEastScarlets football players Dominic Reidburn.

'Once a Scarlet, always a Scarlet': East High athlete identified as person killed in weekend crash

A GoFundMe page has been launched to support Dominic Reidburn's family and help pay for funeral expenses.

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As one of Iowa's largest employers, DMPS does not want our teachers and staff having one more thing to worry about in this unprecedented and unsettled time. They can count on a paycheck during this initial shutdown.

Des Moines schools commit to paying staff during shutdown

More than half of the state's 330 school districts have committed to paying hourly staffers during the shutdown.

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Congrats to @DM_North teacher (and six-time track & field All-American) Lisa Klein on her induction into the @SimpsonCollege Hall of Fame!

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We update our COVID-19 dashboard each school day to report the number of positive test results among our students and staff. 70 cases were added today, the largest single day update so far this school year. Tomorrow our mask requirement goes into effect.

DMPS COVID-19 Dashboard - Des Moines Public Schools

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Thank you @DM_North @PolarBearsBBall for a great season and for rallying the entire community behind your team and school. #iahsbkb

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It's on to the championship game! @HooverHuskies beat Sergeant Bluff-Luton 12-1 in tonight's semifinal game. Hoover will face ADM for the state title on Friday at 5:45 PM in Fort Dodge. THIS WEEK WE'RE ALL HUSKIES AT DMPS! #iahssb

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The Des Moines School Board has unanimously approved a change to the 2020-21 school calendar. The first day of classes for students will be Tuesday, September 8.

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A group of @DsmEast students marched from school to the State Capitol this afternoon to share their concerns about immigration policies. Students at DMPS come to our school district from more than 100 nations around the world.

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Due to the weather forecast, classes are cancelled at Des Moines Public Schools for Thursday, January 11. Please visit our web site for what the means for DMPS students, families and staff:

Weather Closing Information - Des Moines Public Schools

In the event of inclement weather Des Moines Public Schools may do one of four things: Cancel classes at all schools but administrative and school offices remain open. Cancel classes at all schools...

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It's International Transgender Day of Visibility. Students in the @MerrillMustangs APAT (All the People, All the Time) club held a "walk-in" before school this morning to show support and speak out against transgender discrimination. #TransgenderDayofVisibility

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As COVID-19 pandemic continues – and schools are disrupted due to cases in students and staff – State has rejected request by DMPS to begin school year virtually. We are filing a court petition for injunction of decision and review of State’s authority.

DMPS Seeks Legal Remedy to State's Rejection of Virtual Learning - Des Moines Public Schools

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues – and schools and colleges across the state and nation are being disrupted due to cases among students and staff – the State of Iowa has rejected a request by Des...

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Please mask up Iowa: don't make us use our teacher voice. (On second thought, maybe we should.) #MaskUpDSM

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DMPS students know how to respond to a protest at @DsmEast . http://t.co/HBybcPGO0n

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The waiver submitted by DMPS to resume virtual learning has been approved by the @IADeptofEd for all grade levels for the period of November 16-30. We will have additional information and details to share with our families and staff later today and throughout the week.

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Superintendent Ahart announces classes cancelled for Wednesday, January 7 due to extreme cold. Stay safe and warm. http://t.co/Ce9KvRVjuO

DMPS Classes Cancelled/Offices Open for Wednesday, January 7 - Des Moines Public Schools

Due to the forecast for extreme low temperatures throughout the day tomorrow, and a wind chill warning in effect from the National Weather Service through noon, classes at Des Moines Public Schools...

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Due to the Winter Storm Warning and the forecasted timing of today's storm, all classes are cancelled today at Des Moines Public Schools. Offices will be open. For further details, please visit

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Due to blizzard warning and forecast for snow, DMPS schools dismiss 90 minutes early and after-school/evening activities are cancelled.

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"I will not ask them to take up arms." Superintendent Ahart responds to the political rhetoric around arming teachers in their classrooms with a reminder of the real work and challenges facing educators today.

Superintendent Ahart: "I Will Not Ask Them to Take Up Arms" - Des Moines Public Schools

As rhetoric from some elected officials and politicians suggest arming teachers with guns in their classrooms is part of the solution to gun violence in America, Dr. Thomas Ahart wrote the following...

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How do DMPS students respond to a "hate group?" With a Love Rally at @DsmEast . http://t.co/x10WusOgkr

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Due to the size of our district, limited space in our buildings, and the number of students still unvaccinated, DMPS continues to strongly encourage masks while inside buildings. Please see the statement below for more information.

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Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Kevin Truong, @DM_North and @DMPS_Academy Class of 2018, the victim of a hit-and-run crash early this morning. A vigil will be held for Kevin tomorrow (Friday, July 5) at 1:00 PM at Central Academy.

Vigil for Kevin Truong, Class of 2018 - Central Academy

Dear Central Academy students and families: We are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Kevin Truong on July 4. Kevin graduated from North High School in 2018 and took many classes...

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Someone check the math, but by our count @HooverHuskies are undefeated every time they show up at the state softball tournament. Which means they are the 2018 Iowa Class 4A champs! Congrats Huskies! Enjoy photos from the game on our Flickr page. #iahssb

Hoover Wins 2018 Softball State Tournament

When Hoover High School made their one and only appearance at the state softball tournament in 1982, they won it all. In 2018, history repeats itself.

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This is it ... this is the tweet.

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Due to dangerously low temps, and wind chill warning in effect until noon, classes at DMPS are cancelled tomorrow: http://t.co/mN8mQxTr41

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Since graduating from @uiowa in 2011, @MsNiemeyerEHS of @DsmEast has taught journalism at a time it's under siege. Her great work has led to her being named a Master Journalism Educator by the Journalism Education Association.

East's Niemeyer: Master Journalism Educator at Key Time - Des Moines Public Schools

The days of quills and scrolls are long gone, but at East High School, the Quill and Scroll are in their primes, thanks largely to Natalie Niemeyer. She teaches journalism at East in an era when that...

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. @Dsmeast senior Isaac Toluwalase immigrated from Nigeria at 4. He's achieved success in the classroom, on the football field and on canvas!

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East's Toluwalase a masterpiece in the making

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It was nothing but red at Greenwood Elementary School today as students, teacher and staff shared their ❤️🖤❤️🖤 for East High School. #ScarletStrong

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Rescinding #DACA is cruel to children. Our Superintendent and School Board chair speak out in support of #Dreamers .

Superintendent, Board Chair Oppose Rescission of DACA - Des Moines Public Schools

The following statement is from School Board chair Teree Caldwell-Johnson and Superintendent Tom Ahart in response to today’s announcement that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)...

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The “snow day” means the following for the secondary school schedule: TODAY: no classes TOMORROW: B Day MONDAY: no classes (MLK Day) TUESDAY: A Day (last day of first semester) WEDNESDAY: B Day (first day of second semester)

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This week, every school in Des Moines is sharing a loud and clear message: WE ARE ALL HUSKIES GO HOOVER SOFTBALL #iahssb @HooverHuskies

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Congrats to @DsmEast alum and Scarlets baseball player Malique Ziegler on being drafted by the @SFGiants !

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Today, we're all Polar Bears in Des Moines ... good luck @DM_North !Tonight's game vs. Valley tips off at 8:15 at Wells Fargo Arena. #iahsbkb

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Tomorrow is Thursday. It is also Scarlet Day. Thank you to our school counselors for organizing this show of support for East High School, asking members of the community to wear red tomorrow. #ScarletStrong

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Des Moines is home to thousands of Asian American and Pacific Islander people including our students, families and staff. We are sharing our statement of support and the message “Stop Asian Hate” on our school signs throughout the city beginning tomorrow.

DMPS Stands With Our Asian Students, Staff and Families - Des Moines Public Schools

In light of an increase in violence and hate crimes towards Asians, Des Moines Public Schools shares a statement of support for our Asian American and Pacific Islander students, staff and families,...

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With the possibility of freezing rain and snow in the morning, DMPS will be checking weather and road conditions very early tomorrow morning. If there is a delay or cancellation to the school day it will be announced by 5:30 AM.

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Whaddya say we just pretend today is a snow day? #iawx

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8 years

See Harding Breakerz perform at White House @TurnaroundArts talent show today at 2:30 CDT:

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4 years

You may see our buses on the streets of Des Moines this morning. Sad News: school is not back in session. 😢 Good News: our transportation staff is making special deliveries to get hot spots to high school seniors. 😃

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4 years

A recap of tonight's School Board meeting: * The first day of classes is Tuesday, September 8 * A waiver is being submitted to the State for an all-virtual start to the school year * In-person activities and sports will continue.

School Board Approves Waiver for Virtual Start to School Year - Des Moines Public Schools

First Day of Classes is Tuesday, September 8; Fall Activities, Sports Will Continue In-Person The Des Moines School Board has unanimously approved seeking a state waiver for a Return to Learn plan...

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5 years

While the Wind Chill Warning ends at Midnight, cold and inclement weather continues into the morning. As a precaution, classes at DMPS will start two hours late tomorrow (elementary at 9:30 AM; middle at 10:30; high at 10:25). No morning-only preschool.

Weather Closing Information - Des Moines Public Schools

In the event of inclement weather Des Moines Public Schools may do one of four things: Cancel classes at all schools but administrative and school offices remain open. Cancel classes at all schools...

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@DMschools

2 years

The Classroom Where It Happens ... after finishing their study of the American Revolution, 4th graders at @MooreDMPS Elementary were treated to a visit by special guests: cast members of @HamiltonMusical stopped by for Q&A and a sing-along. See more at

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@DMschools

9 years

. @HooverHuskies heading to the State semifinals after 38-29 win over Ames. All the way Huskies! #iahsbkb http://t.co/MwIUFjkr5w

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@DMschools

1 year

Of course we remain committed to alternative programs. We are a public school district! We are here to support and educate every student ... no matter who they are, where they come from, or what they need.

Des Moines Register

@DMRegister

1 year

Des Moines Public Schools remains committed to its alternative education programs following a shooting that left two students dead.

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3 years

Fact Check: TRUE! Way to go Roughriders!

Cody Goodwin

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3 years

For the first time since '08, a DMPS football team defeats a DM suburban school. Roosevelt beat Waukee tonight, 19-3, snapping a 134-game losing streak. Last DMPS team to win: Lincoln, 13-12 over Urbandale, Aug. '08. Shoutout to the 'Riders, man. #iahsfb

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3 years

The Des Moines school board opened tonight's meeting with a statement about George Floyd and today's verdict.

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6 years

Hundreds of people in the @LHSrails community came together last night to pay tribute and celebrate the life of Malik Rucker during a candlelight vigil.

Vigil for Malik Rucker

Hundreds gathered at Lincoln High School Tuesday night to celebrate the life of 18 year old Malik Rucker after he was tragically killed in a car accident last Sunday night. Malik's family spoke about...

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4 years

Braeden is a member of the Class of 2021 at @DM_North . He spent most of today across the street from school, cheering and applauding each member of the #Classof2020 as they arrived for today's graduation. The world needs more Braedens.

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DM Public Schools

@DMschools

2 years

Our community witnessed a traumatic event this week and our @Dsmeast family needs time to heal. There will be no classes for East High School students and staff but many services available in the building for the remainder of the week. #ScarletStrong

Update on Support for the East High School Community - Des Moines Public Schools

Yesterday our community beared witness to a traumatic event at East High School as three teenagers on the edge of campus were shot, including one fatality. The death of a young person is always a...

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7 years

School Board members wear black arm bands at tonight's meeting in support of student's right to speech. #Tinker

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