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Join us at the Support Staff Career and Interview Fair on July 22. We’re hiring amazing people in special education, nutrition, operations, transportation, and more.
School Sign-Up Events
Get in-person support to sign up for the 2025-26 school year. Multilingual support available. Eight events held from July 16-31.
You Belong Here
New to WDMCS? Returning family? Enroll online today.
Summer at WDMCS
All the summer information you need—summer meal and food pantry sites, Summer of Learning, athletic camps, and more.
Free Summer Meals
Get free meals for kids under 18 at WDMCS this summer.
WDMCS Information
ADDRESS: 3550 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
PHONE: 515-633-5000
SUPERINTENDENT'S CABINET
SUPERINTENDENT: Dr. Matt Adams
CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER: Dr. Nora E. Ryan
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: Kurt Subra
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY:
Brian Abeling
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS: Bryan Geelan
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CULTURE & ACCESS: Dr. Dau Jok
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION:
Michelle Lettington
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION:
Steven Schappaugh
Administration Office Hours
Learning Resource Center (LRC)
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
News & Events
Latest News
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See the 2024-25 Honors and Scholars capstone presentations.
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Take the first step of your rewarding career with WDMCS at the Support Staff Career and Interview Fair on Tuesday, July 22 from 3-7 p.m. at the Learning Resource Center.
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The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting on Monday, July 14, 2025 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines.
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WDMCS is considering proposing a bond referendum in 2025. To move forward, we need to hear from you regarding future improvements and funding.
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The Valley boys soccer team beat Johnston 3-0 to win the 2025 Class 4A State Championship.
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Get ready for summer with WDMCS! Find all the summer information you need in one place.
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Additional Resources
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Connect with Other Families
Our school parent/guardian groups provide a way for families to connect with each other and get involved in their student's school.
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We Want You HERE!
We want our students to be HERE in school every day.
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Follow Tiger Athletics
With dozens of sports throughout the year, you can cheer on our Tigers anytime!
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Enroll Your Student in School
If you're new to our district, we want to welcome you! You can enroll online or have your questions answered by our Registrar.
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Find Your Career with WDMCS
We are excited to find talented individuals who want to make a difference in students' lives.