Great Oaks High School & Career Center Des Moines Campus

08/17/2026

🎬✨ Hear it straight from our students and parents!
Our newest testimonial video is here—authentic stories, lasting impact. 💬 Discover how Great Oaks High School Des Moines Campus is empowering students and building bright futures. 🌟
Watch now 👉 https://ow.ly/KMjL50YMSAY

08/04/2026

Thank you, Governor Kim Reynolds and Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling, for spending time with us at Great Oaks High School today. We appreciate your commitment to Iowa’s students and workforce, and for taking the time to hear directly from the young people whose stories remind us why this work matters. The intersection of education and workforce has the power to change lives.

07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July! As we celebrate our nation's independence, we hope you enjoy the holiday with family, friends, and community. Have a fun and safe holiday!

06/23/2026

Today, we celebrate the women shaping the future through engineering! Our Advanced Manufacturing program gives students the hands-on skills and real-world experience to explore high-demand careers in STEM and beyond. Contact us to learn more! 💙⚙️

06/22/2026

Thank you for hosting!! We are excited to see what the future holds.

Every summer Vermeer brings together educators from nearby schools for "teacher internships." This opportunity allows participants to experience Vermeer firsthand before their students do!

Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District
Iowa State University
Talent Collective DSM
Pleasantville Community School District
Knoxville Community School District
Great Oaks High School & Career Center Des Moines Campus

06/22/2026

Today we celebrate the dads, grandpas, stepdads, father figures, and mentors who encourage, support, and inspire every day. Thank you for the positive impact you make in the lives of so many. Happy Father's Day! 💙

06/19/2026

Juneteenth honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. Today, we reflect on history, celebrate progress, and recognize the contributions that continue to shape our communities.

06/16/2026

🎥 We’re incredibly proud of the strong partnerships we’ve built in our community! Watch our latest testimonial video to see how these collaborations empower our students, families, and community to achieve their goals. 💡 https://ow.ly/WbSI50YLhOw

06/01/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate kindness, acceptance, and the power of being yourself. 🌈 Let’s continue spreading respect, support, and positivity in our communities and beyond.

05/28/2026

Today, we celebrate 80 Great Oaks graduates.

Eighty stories of resilience.
Eighty students who kept going.
Eighty futures moving forward.

We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and grateful for the families, staff, and partners who helped make this moment possible.

Congratulations, graduates you earned this. 🎓🔔