Community Resources
This is a list of helpful information and resources for families and school staff in our communities. We'll add to this page as we find out about new resources and opportunities.
West Des Moines Community Schools Food Pantries
- Clive Learning Academy, second and fourth Mondays of the month, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
- Valley Southwoods Freshman High School, every Tuesday, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Western Hills Elementary, every Wednesday, 2-4 p.m.
- Valley High School, second and fourth Thursdays of the month, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Indian Hills Junior High, every Friday, 7:45-9 a.m.
- Stilwell Junior High, every Friday, 7:45-9 a.m.
West Des Moines Community Schools Foundation
The West Des Moines Community Schools (“WDMCS”) Foundation benefits the students, teachers, and school district by offering quality fundraising and accounting resources for WDMCS.
Foundation Committees
West Des Moines Scholarship Fund
The WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund, which is part of the West Des Moines Community Schools Foundation, is a local nonprofit scholarship foundation. It was started in 1993 and is run by volunteers on the board of directors. The aim of the WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund is to increase access to educational opportunities by engaging and helping our community support students and encourage academic success.
Visit Scholarship Fund website
Staff Recognition Committee
The Staff Recognition Committee is a volunteer-run committee that organizes an annual event each spring to celebrate employees who achieve milestone years of service and honor retirees.