Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In partnership with students, staff, and the community, West Des Moines Community Schools is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where all students and staff can belong and thrive.

The district is actively engaged in ongoing equity training and learning opportunities for students and staff. Equity work is supported by equity leads and teams at each of our school buildings.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Highlight

When Valley High School junior Shreya Joshi noticed that Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) history was often overlooked, she decided to take matters into her own hands. With help from her teachers and the Monsoon organization where she serves as a youth intern, Joshi produced six AAPI history videos in the style of educational YouTube channel “Crash Course.”

Watch Joshi’s AAPI “Crash Course” Videos

School and District News

WDMCS Holds Forums on Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (11/22/2022)

Nov. 22, 2022 | WDMCS will hold forums on the equal employment opportunity and affirmative action plan Nov. 29 and Dec. 1.

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WDMCS Students Connect With Equity Leads at Fall Retreat (11/02/2022)

Nov. 2, 2022 | WDMCS students shared their experiences with equity leads and district administrators at a retreat on Sept. 29, 2022.

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WDMCS Celebrates Welcoming Week (09/12/2022)

Sept. 12, 2022 | WDMCS celebrates Welcoming Week Sept. 12-16.

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Valley’s Mayada Alwan Earns DEI Excellence Award (09/09/2022)

Sept. 9, 2022 | Valley High School senior Mayada Alwan was honored as the Student Leader of the Year at the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce’s (Chamber) second annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workplace Excellence Awards.

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Student-Driven “RISE” Mural Unveiled at Valley High School (09/08/2022)

Sept. 9, 2022 | WDMCS officially unveiled a new, student-driven mural with a reception on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at Valley High School.

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WDMCS Seeking Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (07/07/2022)

July 7, 2022 | WDMCS is seeking a collaborative leader to serve as executive director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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Last Modified on November 28, 2022