Des Moines Prep

Des Moines Prep A high school for every student in Des Moines. Leadership | Ownership | Academic Excellence | Joy

08/21/2026

She has opinions. Some of them may be controversial. 👀 What's not controversial? She's a great person to chat with. 💙

Our new English teacher, Ms. Edelman is taking on DSMP Q&A — and between her very specific preferences and some answers we definitely need to discuss, you’ll get to know her pretty quickly. 🎥✨

08/17/2026

New to DSMP and already keeping us entertained. 😂

Our Social Studies teacher, Mr. Presthus, is up next for DSMP Q&A - and let’s just say we learned a few things we definitely wouldn’t find in his lesson plans. 🎥

08/13/2026

You know Mr. Evans, our Dean of Culture...but do you know the man behind the title? 👀

13 questions. A few unexpected answers. And your chance to get to know one of the faces you’ll see around DSMP a little better in today's edition of DSMP Q&A. 🎥

08/12/2026

Two electives, two very different classrooms, and one friendship that somehow makes perfect sense. 🎨🔬

For this DSMP Q&A, we’re catching up with the teachers behind Art (Ms. Jones-Tweedy) and STEM (Ms. Gratton)! Get to know the dynamic duo behind two of our electives - with plenty of personality along the way. 💙

08/11/2026

Good vibes, great hidden talent, and a whole lot of love for Des Moines Prep 🤝

We’re back with another DSMP Q&A! This time, we’re catching up with one of our paraeducators, Mr. Cervantes. 🎥

08/06/2026

Some leaders help shape a school one conversation at a time. 🏫 💙

On today's episode of DMP Q&A, get to know Mrs. Woster, our Dean of Academics! As a familiar face at Des Moines Prep, she's helping create an environment where students are encouraged to grow, challenge themselves, and succeed.

08/05/2026

The start of a new school year is almost here! 💙📚

Be sure to save these important dates:

🏫 Back-to-School Night: August 18
📚 First Day of School: August 24

Back-to-School Night is for both new and returning DSMP families!

✨ New families, please arrive at 5 PM
✨ Returning families, plan to arrive at 6 PM

Additional details will be sent via email in this Friday's newsletter. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and kick off another great year at Des Moines Prep! 💙

08/04/2026

A familiar face, a new role, and the same dedication to our students and families. 💙

This time on DMP Q&A, new and returning families alike get to know Mrs. Seley, our Dean of Operations!

08/03/2026

Every classroom has a teacher who makes a lasting impact.

Get to know Mr. Hudson, one of our returning math teachers, in the latest episode of DMP Q&A. From the classroom to beyond, we're excited to introduce more of the incredible educators who make Des Moines Prep such a special place. 💙

07/31/2026

Back to school season is officially upon us!

Set yourself up for success by preparing the essentials✨

Trailblazer families, check your emails - our suggested school supply list is in the July 10th edition of our Family Newsletter 🎒📚

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