At DMPS, we work to ensure that students are receiving a great education in schools that are not only first-rate learning environments, but are also safe and secure. Over the years DMPS has taken many steps to better ensure the safety and well being of our students, staff, parents and visitors. This spring and summer, DMPS will begin implementing an Electronic Visitor Check-In system for parents and visitors. Click on the headline to read more.
Please enjoy some pictures from the Des Moines Public Art Show, and our V.I.P. Dance held at River Woods.
4th – 5th Grade Concert: Thursday, March 3rd at 6:30 pm Kindergarten: “Songs We Know” – Thursday, April 7th at 5:30 pm. (Doors open at 5:15 pm) 2nd Grade: “Everybody Has Music Inside” – Thursday, April 7th at 6:30 …
River Woods students celebrated Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2nd. They celebrated by reading his books and enjoying time with a special visitor. Cat in the Hat made a guest appearance at River Woods. He served Grinch punch …
If you have a student who will be five on or before September 15, 2016 now is the time to start thinking about kindergarten! Starting February 15, 2016, you may also reserve your spot for kindergarten by going …
Parent Teacher Conferences will be on Wednesday, February 24th from-2:15-7:30, and Thursday, February 25th from 4:00-7:45. We welcome you to come in and see how your student is doing, and visit with their teacher. PTA will also be …
Seventeen art students are representing River Woods in the Des Moines District Art Exhibit from Feb. 18- Mar. 1. Art work from each Des Moines school was on display at the Capital Square Mall. Our Art Club had a banner …
5th grade teachers and students help put on the Presidential Straw Poll. Students filled out ballots and placed their votes in our voting stations in the library. The results were counted at the end of the day. The …
Our 5th grade is selling flowers for Valentine’s Day to raise money for a class field trip. They will be selling Red carnations for $1.00 each and Red Roses for $2.00 each. The flowers need to be preordered on the form sent …
Join us for a fun school dance! It will cost $1 to get in. There will be cookies, punch, and a DJ! Come out and dance around with family, friends, and teachers.
