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March 11, 2026

DMPS Awarded Grant to Strengthen Special Education Instruction

Des Moines Public Schools has been awarded a $48,800 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act – Differentiated Accountability Continuous Improvement Grant from the Iowa Department of Education t...

March 11, 2026

Dine Out for DMPS: Restaurants Support Schools on March 26

Gather your friends and family to support our incredible local food scene while also raising money for the Des Moines Public Schools Foundation!On Thursday, March 26, several Des Moines restaurants...

March 11, 2026

Central JROTC Adds to Legacy as One of the Nation’s Best

For years, the U.S. Marine Corps JROTC programs at Des Moines Public Schools have been among the top in the nation for the marksmanship they demonstrated at air rifle competitions. On Saturday, Cen...

March 11, 2026

State of the Schools Highlights Progress, Partnerships and Plans

Des Moines Public Schools leaders delivered a message of progress and momentum during the 2026 State of the Schools at Central Campus, highlighting academic gains, strong community support, and the...

Our Vision

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Why Central Campus

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DMPS Awarded Grant to Strengthen Special Education Instruction

Dine Out for DMPS: Restaurants Support Schools on March 26

Central JROTC Adds to Legacy as One of the Nation’s Best

State of the Schools Highlights Progress, Partnerships and Plans

Our Vision