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Monroe will be having our annual “Culture Night” on Thursday, April 25th, 2024, from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

There will be performances, food, and more! We hope to see you there!

Monroe Spring Concert Schedule:

Thursday, April 11th:

Kindergarten – 5:00 pm

1st grade – 6:00 pm

Thursday, April 18th:

2nd grade – 5:00 pm

3rd grade – 6:00 pm

Thursday, May 2nd:

4th grade – 5:00 pm

5th grade – 6:00 pm

Please reach out to your student’s teacher with more detailed information.

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DMPS Virtual Backpack

We are pleased to welcome you to the virtual backpack for Des Moines Public Schools,  our central hub for information about school and community events, and information of interest to students and their families. The new virtual backpack allows the Des Moines Public School District to distribute school and community information electronically to parents, staff, and students. Click here to visit the virtual backpack!

Des Moines Public Schools uses Nutrislice to provide easier and more complete menu information about breakfast and lunch at all of our schools.

Visit DMPS Nutrislice to see what’s for breakfast or lunch at any school on any day of the school year.

All Events
  • No School; Professional Development

  • School Board Meeting

  • School Board Meeting

  • Ruby Van Meter Graduation

  • Memorial Day; No School, Offices Closed