Tutoring Resources
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West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) offers numerous support opportunites for your student's academic success. The following listing includes both district and community tutoring resources.
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WDMCS Tutoring Resources
The following resources are provided directly through the district.
High School Academic Resource
Academic resource is designed for students needing to make up work or to acquire special help. Academic resource is available 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. It is located in the Media Center and is staffed by Valley teachers.
Learn more about this and other academic supports at Valley
Tutor Directory
The tutor directory is provided as a resource for West Des Moines Community Schools students and parents.
Instructions for Viewing Directory
The directory is categorized by elementary, junior high, and high school tutors. Each tutor includes contact information, hourly rates, and subjects tutored.
Download Tutor Directory (PDF)
Become a Tutor
If you are interested in being listed in the Community Education Tutor Directory, please complete one of the following applications.
The WDMCS certified staff application should only be completed by certified staff who are currently employed by the district.
WDMCS Certified Staff Tutor Application
The general tutor application should be completed by certified staff who do not work for WDMCS or by other individuals who wish to tutor.
Disclaimer: WDMCS Community Education and the West Des Moines Community School District do not endorse any tutors listed in the Tutor Directory. The persons listed in the Tutor Directory are not employees of the District with respect to the tutoring services. The tutoring services do not take place on District property, nor are they part of any school-sponsored activity or program. The persons listed in the Tutor Directory are not under the supervision or control of WDMCS Community Education or the District in any way with respect to the tutoring services. The Tutor Directory is simply a resource provided by WDMCS Community Education. Not all of the tutors listed in the Tutor Directory are certified teachers. It is the responsibility of the parents and students to check references and qualifications. WDMCS Community Education and the West Des Moines Community School District expressly disclaim any and all liability which may arise in connection with tutor services provided by the persons listed in the Tutor Directory.
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Community Tutoring Resources
The following resources are not district-sponsored, but are additional options for families to consider.
Connexions Tutoring
ConneXionsTutoring is a free online tutoring website run by high-achieving high school students. It was created to alleviate some of the stresses of academics due to COVID-19, by providing a few free virtual tutoring sessions for students in grades K-12. Students and parents can sign up by clicking on our Sign Up page and selecting a meeting time with their preferred tutor.
Visit the Connexions Tutoring website
Gemini Co. Tutoring Support
Started by two sisters from VHS, they came up with a mission to give back to their community after noticing the pandemic's effect on staying academically motivated. They were inspired to create a program that supports historically marginalized students, with free and private tutoring.
For more information:
Visit the Gemini Co. Tutoring website
LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress provides tests, tutorials, and eBooks on a variety of subjects. You can use your local library card to register.
Visit the LearningExpress website
March2Success
March2Success provides an online study program to help students prepare for standardized tests, improve school work and review materials. We also provide tools for educators and parents to track and encourage their students.
Visit the March2Success website
Study Point
Study Point provides free virtual practice tests for ACT or SAT exams.
