The West Des Moines Community School District serves more than 55,000 residents in the western portion of Polk County — West Des Moines and Clive, parts of Urbandale and Windsor Heights, and nearby rural areas. Covering 36.6 square miles, the district has grown around a former railroad center, Valley Junction, and the farmland north and south of the Raccoon River. This booming suburban area directly borders Des Moines, the capitol city of Iowa, and is within a short drive to a variety of arts, entertainment, sporting and shopping venues. Nationally recognized for excellence, the district is the ninth largest in the state.
“West Des Moines is continually working to meet the needs of all students. I am excited that this is their motivation. They are doing this often through advancements in technology.”
“The passion that is evident to helping students learn and succeed.”
“When students come up to me and tell me something they have learned and how they applied it to something in their every day life.”
“The person treats every individual with respect and sincere care and concern. He is an outstanding leader.”
“They acknowledge everything that we do and understand the demands that are placed upon us. ”
“I work in an environment that wants the best for the students we serve. I work in a school where thinking outside of the box is encouraged. I am given a lot of flexibility.”
