Moore 5th Graders have some new role models!

Fifth graders in Ms. Winders fifth grade class have started the new school year off by partnering with residents of Beaverdale Estates. Residents graciously welcomed student into their home where both parties learned a great deal about each …

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Summer Assistance for Families in Need

If you have summer food, health or clothing needs, Des Moines Public Schools and Polk County have resources for you. From immunizations to free meals, clothing to utility payments, you’ll find a list of places where help can be found. For a list of DMPS no-cost summer meal locations and times, and to learn more about other available resources, click on the headline.

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Moore Celebrates First Year of Re-Opening

As we wrap up our first year since re-opening last August, we captured some of the learning and fun. Whether it was students reading in the classrooms, hanging on the new playground, or having their faces painted after school, we saw just a few reasons why everyone is so excited about Moore serving the families of Beaverdale, Merle Hay and the neighborhoods of northwest Des Moines. Click on the image to enjoy photos.

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Our chicks have hatched!

SHHHH! Are chicks are here! Students in Mrs. Petersen’s and Mrs. Manroe’s first grade classes are excited to announce that our chickens have hatched! They started with 12 eggs and so far six have hatched. It has been …

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Second grade is learning to measure!

Mrs. Askvig’s second grade class has been hard at work learning how to measure. If you think rulers are the only way to get the job done-you are mistaken! Students had open minds when given new and different …

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Calling all gardeners!

If you like to dig in the dirt we NEED your help! Please join us April 21st and 28th from 5:30-6:30 for our garden “work nights.” We will be preparing the raised beds for planting and laying mulch. …

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Husky Alliance Golf Outing set for May 7th

The Husky Alliance, Hoover and Meredith’s fundraising group, is hosting their annual Husky  Alliance Golf Outing on Saturday May 7th. Cost is $80.00 per golfer and includes 18 holes of golf, prizes, lunch provided by Famous Dave’s, and …

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Spring Spirit Wear order due April 15th

Thank you to the Parents and Friends of Moore for organizing our second shirt order. There are some great new options available including polos, tie dye, and a full zip jacket. Orders can be turned in to the …

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