Ex-NFLer Tackles Male Stereotypes at Roosevelt
The intersection of racism, homophobia, and sexism is one where many collisions occur, but Wade Davis has positioned himself there, directing traffic and trying to detoxify toxic masculinity. For four years, his position was defensive back in the …
Near and Far, Spring Break Offered Opportunities
Spring Break is officially over, although students don’t return to class until Wednesday as teachers and staff have a couple of days of professional development ahead of them. While Spring Break is a time to relax and recharge …
DMPS Hosts Public Forums on FY 2020 Budget
Recently, Des Moines Public Schools released its budget for FY 2020, the upcoming fiscal year that covers next school year. As Superintendent Tom Ahart noted in his introduction of the budget: “I am committed to presenting a budget that is …
DMPS Recovers History in Opening of 1912 Cornerstone
Last year, Des Moines Public Schools purchased the 107-year-old Miller United Methodist Church building and property, near the corner of Hull Avenue and East 13th Street. The church had been sitting empty in recent years as the original congregation closed in 2012 …