Students Create Traveling Museum
Downtown students create a handmade traveling history exhibit for rural kids who don’t get to visit Des Moines very often. To read more about it, click the picture!
Downtown S.C.U.B.A. Experience “Epic”
Students at the Downtown School dove into the pool for a lesson they say will stay with them for the rest of their lives. Click Ander Milner’s photo at left to see and read more about how this unconventional lesson plan will help them become better writers … and divers!
DMPS Considers New Attendance Areas
It’s been more than 25 years since DMPS made comprehensive changes to elementary school attendance areas. A lot changes in a quarter of a century, and to better serve students and meet the needs of schools the district is considering new attendance areas for many elementary schools. Click the headline to learn about the plan and share your opinion.
New Library Furniture
It is a very exciting time in the library! Not only are students doing thoughtful work, reading with mentors and friends, but they are also enjoying the gorgeous new furniture. Students, teachers, volunteers, families and friends can sit …
Helping Your Child Succeed
Molly Sweeney facilitated a discussion with parents regarding way to help our children succeed. If you were unable to attend the meeting, or wanted another opportunity to see the thoughtful suggestions, take a moment to view the PowerPoint. …
Kindergarten Sign Up – Important Information
Kindergarten sign-up began March 26. Kindergarten selections for the district’s “Schools of Choice” have been completed. Selection letters have been sent to families. Click on the headline to read more.
5/6 year old Learning Groups
Our 5/6 Year learning groups have been very busy. Click on the headline to learn more about what they’ve been up to!
7/8 year old Learning Groups – Week of December 20th
The 7/8 year old students in Mr. Bruce Miller’s and Mrs. Jessica Watson’s learning groups are studying the cold and flu and visited Walgreens to learn more about medicines and the difference between the cold and flu. Mrs. …
President Obama Honors DTS Educator
President Barack Obama has named Josie Burg, a math teacher here at the Downtown School, a recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. She is the 10th DMPS teacher to earn this prestigious honor since it was created in 1983. Click the headline to read more about this great honor for Ms. Burg.
5/6 year old Learning Groups – Week of December 13, 2013
We have been busy at the Downtown School. Barbara Leise’s and Jeffrey Kerns’ learning groups have been studying restaurants. They will culminate their study by sharing with parents during the week of December 16th. Jennifer Jones’ and Michelle …