June 3 is officially the last day of the 2020-21 school year at Des Moines Public Schools. But this summer learning and activities will be underway in every corner of the school district more than ever before, part …

All five DMPS high schools will be represented at the coed 2021 State Track & Field Meet coming up this week at Drake Stadium. Student-athletes from DMPS high schools will be competing in 27 different events. Among the …

The CDC and the FDA have approved a COVID-19 vaccine for people ages 12 and older. The Polk County Health Department is providing the letter below to update parents and guardians on the availability of the vaccine for …

Instead of brisk temperatures and the crisp, colorful leaves of fall normally associated with a homecoming parade, students at Ruby Van Meter wore short sleeves and felt the warm spring sun on their faces as they cheered on …