The year 2020 has been one of enormous change and the emergence of strong voices, some speaking out for the first time, others for 1,000th time. Much of the community discussion lifted up the issue of race and …

The communities of our Polk County school districts are distinctly different in wonderful ways, but we are united today with one very important message. If we want to keep our schools open and staffed, and return all students …

Des Moines Public Schools is fortunate to work with many partners throughout the community who support our students and families. One of them is Athene USA, which for 27 years has provided thousands of coats and pairs of …

Up until this weekend high school sports were on hold at Des Moines Public Schools as the district transitioned to more in-person classes. But, with hybrid learning currently scheduled to begin this coming week, sports and activities were …