Make Plans for Summer at DMPS

In spite of the debate about when the school year should start, at DMPS we wonder: when does it end? That’s because activities take place at our schools nearly every day of the year. Click on the image to visit our Summer Programs web page to learn more about our summer offerings, from Metro Kids to meal programs to new sports camps.

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Iowa Assessments Get Underway Next Week

The Iowa Assessments will be administered to students in third through fifth grades from Monday, March 30th through Tuesday, April 7th. Make up tests will be April 8th-10th.  Please make every effort to have your child in attendance …

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Read Across America Week

Students at Howe Elementary celebrated Read Across America Week with a variety of fun activities! Monday students wore pajamas, ate breakfast and enjoyed a book with their families, Tuesday students wore crazy socks, Wednesday was hat day, Thursday …

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Kindergarten Sign-Up Begins March 11

The first day of Kindergarten 2015-2016 will be here before you know it! It’s an exciting time for staff and students, but it all starts with registration. Sign-up begins on March 11. Register soon to guarantee a spot in your neighborhood school. To find out where to register and what to bring, click on the image.

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