Bergman Academy

10/06/2026

We are so proud to share that Bergman educators are featured in an Iowa Department of Education article for their professional development efforts and innovative teaching in computer science.

Leaders and teachers at Bergman Academy in Des Moines are prioritizing the integration of computer science this school year.

09/28/2026

Bergman Connections - Thank you to all who organized, planned, attended, and donated! We loved seeing the community come together to create and strengthen connections.

The Bergman Way. Every. Day.

Thank you to Christopher Maharry at Maharry Photography for the wonderful photos!

09/03/2026

26-27 Convocation was a beautiful start to the school year! It's always an extra special day as academic keys are presented to all Kindergartners, new students, and new staff members!

Congratulations to all!

08/24/2026

Great start to the 26-27 school year, team!
The Bergman Way. Every Day.

07/13/2026

We are saddened to share that Bergman Academy's founding principal, Mrs. Kathy Ricker, died on July 2nd, 2026. Services will be held on July 14th, 2026, at the Basilica of St. John’s, 1915 University Ave., Des Moines, Iowa. The visitation begins at 11:00am, followed by a Mass at noon.

Mrs. Ricker's lifelong dedication to education and the unyielding passion she put into Bergman Academy are still present in its halls and always will be. She was a constant teacher, mentor, and supporter of all her students, current and former. She will be truly missed, but her legacy at Bergman Academy will last forever.

Planning is in process for a permanent memorial to Mrs. Ricker at the school. If you would like to make a donation to this memorial, please Venmo (memo "Ricker Memorial") or send a check to Bergman Academy, 100 45th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312. Please include "Attn. Ricker Memorial" on the envelope and on the memo line of your check.

View Kathleen Ricker's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/12/2026

05/30/2026

To our 8th-grade graduates, it is never easy letting you go. Today we listened to your 27 unique speeches - your bright and clear voices carried among the trees, and we knew you were ready.

You did the work.
You laughed and learned.
You did things you didn't think you could do.
You made mistakes and memories.
You climbed hill after hill until finally, it was your turn to ride down.

On that ride today,
I hope you looked up at the trees and felt at home.
I hope you looked at younger kids and saw wonder.
I hope you looked at each other and saw friends.
I hope you looked at the teachers and saw support.
I hope you looked at family and felt grateful.

Best of luck on your high school adventures!

05/28/2026

Discover what's possible when education is personal!

05/19/2026

Last week we got to spend a morning with the RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series team introducing our Bergman kids to the world of triathlon. 🏊🚴🏃 From swim to bike to run, it was so fun watching them explore the sport and discover something new. So thankful for the opportunity to give these kids a taste of what's possible. Who knows, we might have a few future triathletes in the making! 💪

05/14/2026

Garden time for our Early Childhood students!