Bergman Academy

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!

05/14/2026

For those who can't visit Reggio Emilia, Italy, like Princess Kate, schedule a tour at Bergman Academy to see what this amazing Early Childhood approach is all about.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis clearly prepared their mom for this moment.

05/06/2026

2nd Grade Wax Museum was a success! Who knew the Windsor Gallery could host so many distinguished guests at one time?

05/01/2026

Spirit Day Vibes (with a little May Day thrown in!)