Harding Middle School Des Moines

10/05/2026

We invite our students, families, staff, and community to stop by and enjoy our school garden when you are at Harding for conferences. This project is a wonderful example of what can happen when a community comes together to create something special for students.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated, volunteered, supported, and helped bring this vision to life. Your generosity and commitment are making a lasting impact on our school community. 💚

Come check it out and see what we’ve grown together! 🌻🐺

Thank you for being part of our Pack!

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09/21/2026

The future of Reimagining Education continues to take shape, and we want to keep you informed.

Join us for the Northeast Region Community Update Meeting to learn about progress on attendance boundary planning, Signature Schools, Middle School Maker Spaces, and facility improvement projects across DMPS. You'll also hear how community feedback is helping guide future decisions.

Monday, September 28, 2026
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Goodrell Middle School
3300 E 29th St, Des Moines

Interpreters and translated materials will be available in English, Spanish, Swahili, Karen, Burmese, and Arabic. Presentation recordings will also be posted on the Reimagining Education website following the event.

We encourage Northeast Region families, staff members, students, and community members to join the conversation.

09/19/2026

🐺 Harding MS Community in Action! 🐺

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who contributed their time and effort to support Harding Middle School! We are grateful for our amazing staff, families, volunteers, and community partners who came together to make a difference for our students.

This is what it means to be part of the PACK! 💙

09/19/2026

09/13/2026

A big THANK YOU to Cerro Grande Meat Market for the donation of $721 to Harding Middle School students. Also THANK YOU to the community for and additional $375 of cash donations. The donations will go toward the purchase of 600+ Harding shirts for students.

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

In celebration of Harding's 100th Anniversary, we have partnered with Lowe's to support our Harding Beautification Project. Together, we are working to make Harding an even better place for students to learn, grow, and thrive.

We are hoping to recruit approximately 40 volunteers to help make this project a success. Are you in?

Date: September 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Harding Middle School (203 E. Euclid Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313).

Some tools will be provided; however, if you are able to bring a shovel, it would be greatly appreciated.
Please see the flyer below for additional information.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email at [email protected]

If you are ready to sign up, please complete the following form:

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/08/2026

The future of our schools is taking shape, and we want to hear from you.

Join us for the Northeast Region Boundary Public Input Night to learn more about proposed attendance boundaries, Signature School enrollment opportunities, transition timelines, and plans designed to support students and families.

Your feedback will help inform the final recommendation presented to the School Board.

Monday, August 10, 2026
6:00–7:30 p.m.
East High School Auditorium
815 E. 13th Street, Des Moines

During the session, you'll have an opportunity to:
Explore proposed boundary maps
Use an address locator tool to see which schools would serve your family
Share your feedback on the proposal
We encourage Northeast Region families, staff members, students, and community members to join the conversation.

07/06/2026

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Calling ALL middle schoolers, North HS and several Simpson College coaches are hosting a summer fun bball camp this and next Tuesday/ Thursday from 7-8:15pm.

Kids will partake in skills training and scrimmages. Encouraging players of all levels to attend. Girls and boys from kids going into 6-8th.

When: July 7th, 9th, 14th, 16th
Time: 7-8:15pm
Where: North HS
Who: All kids going into grades 6-8

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06/02/2026

A huge thank you to Kyle Davy and the Des Moines Menace for hosting and recognizing our Harding boys soccer team on Saturday! Our athletes had an unforgettable experience, and it was an incredible honor to be invited as the city champs.

We are proud of the team’s hard work, teamwork, and PACK Mentality. We are grateful to the Menace for celebrating their success. Go Timberwolves! Go Menace!