Monroe Elementary School

Monroe Families:

Subject: Help Shape the Future of Education in Des Moines

Des Moines Public Schools is inviting families to participate in a major Reimagining Education public feedback opportunity.

Families can learn more about proposed PK-8 Signature Schools, middle school Career and Technical Education (CTE) Maker Spaces, student pathways, and enrollment options before sharing their feedback through an online survey.

Informational videos and materials are available in multiple languages.

Your feedback will help inform future recommendations before decisions are finalized.

Please visit https://reimagine.dmschools.org/ to watch the videos and complete the survey by June 30.

Reimagining Education Planning for the Future of Des Moines Public Schools. Improving Outcomes for the Students We Serve.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As our school year comes to an end, we want to take a moment to thank you for your partnership in supporting your child’s learning. One of the most important factors in their success is consistent school attendance.

Every day at school matters — not just for academics, but for building confidence, friendships, and lifelong learning habits. Even missing a day here and there can add up, and we’ve seen how regular attendance helps students stay engaged, perform better, and feel more connected here at school.

The final weeks of school are filled with celebrations, end of the year testing, and moments students will remember for years to come. Your student's presence helps them finish strong and be part of the memories we’re making together. Let’s cross the finish line with AMAZING attendance!

Looking ahead to next year, let’s continue to make attendance a priority. By making sure your child is present and ready to learn each day, you’re giving them the best chance to thrive — in school and beyond.

Thank you for all you do to support your child’s education. We are proud of their growth this year!

With appreciation,

Paige Bower

Monroe Student Ambassadors are leading a fundraiser for animals at the Animal Rescue League. Students are invited* to bring "Pennies for Pets," and the grade level that wins, earns a pizza party! The fundraiser will be May 11th - May 22nd.

*participation is not mandatory. All money collected goes to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.

Monroe kindergarten students planted trees! Each tree was donated from a tree farm. Many thanks to Bentley Ridge Tree Farm & Nursery and Nodaway Tree Farm for their generous donation!

Monroe 2nd grade students presented their oral presentations about pollinators! They have worked so hard to research their own pollinator and create a presentation for parents and friends!

Hello Monroe families! Each week during the month of March we will be handing out prizes to kids that are on time to school. Being on time is being in the school before the second bell rings at 7:40am.

We will do this one (announced) day per week - so work hard to get your students to school ON TIME EVERY DAY so they do not miss out on the prize!

Thanks so much for your help!

Monroe 2nd grade students celebrated their learning last Friday by sharing their narratives and becoming cookie excavators!

Monroe Families:
We will have an attendance reward lunch on Wednesday, February 18! Please help your student get to school on time every day from January 26 - February 17 so they can participate in the attendance reward lunch. Any student who does not miss more than one day of school from now until February 17 will be able to attend! The kids love the lunch— so please help them get to school so they are able to enjoy the fun!

The Iowa Center for Economic Success will have free tax preparation clinics at Monroe Elementary School on:
-Wednesday, February 4, from 10am - 2pm
-Wednesday, February 11, from 10am - 1pm

If your household's annual income is generally less than $69,000, you can get your taxes completed by certified preparers without charge.

Monroe 3rd grade students had a great time celebrating the end of their module with 2nd grade students!