Academic Programs
The WDMCS curriculum is based on solid, successful, and researched ideas from the past but also changes with the present. Teachers use ideas and skills that match the technology and culture of today and the needs of students.
The district's educational goals are to get each student ready to have the skills and integrity to communicate, work together, and solve problems confidently. This prepares them to be good citizens in our diverse and changing world.
Here are the goals:
- Communicator: Shares ideas and information well and respectfully.
- Collaborator: Works well with diverse teams to achieve a common goal.
- Critical Thinker: Analyzes information to solve complex problems.
- Global Contributor: Uses learning in real-life situations and collaborates with people from different cultures with respect.
- Innovator: Explores and tries new things, building resilience through challenges.
- Continuous Learner: Listens to feedback and works towards goals thoughtfully.
You can learn more about elementary and secondary curriculum on school websites.
Teaching & Learning Services Contact Information
Curriculum
Michelle Lettington
Executive Director of Elementary Education
515-633-5057
Sheri Fitz
Executive Assistant to Michelle Lettington
515-633-5064
Steven Schappaugh
Executive Director of Secondary Education
At-Risk Coordinator
515-633-5056
Leigh Goldie
Director of K-12 Curriculum
515-633-5055
Janine Bauer
Executive Assistant to Steven Schappaugh and Leigh Goldie
515-633-5062
Kim Davis, Ed.D.
Homeless Liaison
Walnut Creek Campus Principal
515-633-6480
Kristine Milburn, Ed.D.
Gifted/Talented Program Lead
515-633-4052
Early Childhood Special Education and Preschool Program
Jeanette Barnes, Ed.D.
Administrator
515-633-5071
Tenille Hamilton
Administrative Assistant
515-633-5065
Multilingual Programming
Natalie French
Director
515-633-5173
Tenille Hamilton
Administrative Assistant
515-633-5065
Special Education & 504 Plans
Kristi Bentz
Director
515-633-5072
Dana Allen
Assistant Director
515-633-5059
Cindy Hinkle
Administrative Assistant
515-633-5067
