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Mr. Owen’s 8th grade classes did some sleuthing to see if they could crack the code to a history-inspired puzzle.
What’s in the box you ask? That’s still TBD…
#escaperoom #worldhistory #newschool #classroomactivities
Mr. Owen’s 8th grade classes did some sleuthing to see if they could crack the code to a history-inspired puzzle.
What’s in the box you ask? That’s still TBD…
#escaperoom #worldhistory #newschool #classroomactivities
Just because we don’t have school doesn’t mean we’ve forgotten about you, Trailblazers!😉 Enjoy your break!
#trailblazers #desmoinesprep #highschool #newschool #schoolspirit
Just because we don’t have school doesn’t mean we’ve forgotten about you, Trailblazers!😉 Enjoy your break!
#trailblazers #desmoinesprep #highschool #newschool #schoolspirit
We’ve explored some pretty cool sights for a Monday morning… 🏛️
From walking the halls of the Capitol on our field trip to coming back for iJAG Legislative Day, it’s been an experience we won’t forget anytime soon.
Shoutout @ijagrocks for all the amazing opportunities we’ve been able to explore! 🙌
We’ve explored some pretty cool sights for a Monday morning… 🏛️
From walking the halls of the Capitol on our field trip to coming back for iJAG Legislative Day, it’s been an experience we won’t forget anytime soon.
Shoutout @ijagrocks for all the amazing opportunities we’ve been able to explore! 🙌
It’s Assistant Principal Appreciation week and lucky for us, we’ve got two of the best!
Thank you to Meg Woster, Dean of Academics, & Nate Evans, Dean of Culture, for creating an environment where students and staff thrive.
DMP is a better place because you’re in it! 🫶
It’s Assistant Principal Appreciation week and lucky for us, we’ve got two of the best!
Thank you to Meg Woster, Dean of Academics, & Nate Evans, Dean of Culture, for creating an environment where students and staff thrive.
DMP is a better place because you’re in it! 🫶
Testing to see if this advisory duo is on the same wavelength. 💭 We’ll let you be the judge…
#wavelength #twintelepathy #schooltrend #desmoines #iowahighschool
Testing to see if this advisory duo is on the same wavelength. 💭 We’ll let you be the judge…
#wavelength #twintelepathy #schooltrend #desmoines #iowahighschool
There’s nothing quite like the sound of ping pong balls bouncing on the linoleum floor. 🏓
Racket club meets every Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 PM in the Student Union. Stop by and see if you’ve got what it takes to challenge some of our veteran club members. 🏆🏆🏆
There’s nothing quite like the sound of ping pong balls bouncing on the linoleum floor. 🏓
Racket club meets every Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 PM in the Student Union. Stop by and see if you’ve got what it takes to challenge some of our veteran club members. 🏆🏆🏆
Obsessive imessage 8-ball player? Take it offline and cue up in real time.🎱
Pool Club meets Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 PM and Friday mornings at 7:50 AM in Mrs. Pierce’s room.
Obsessive imessage 8-ball player? Take it offline and cue up in real time.🎱
Pool Club meets Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 PM and Friday mornings at 7:50 AM in Mrs. Pierce’s room.
A little #AprilFools mischief. 🎉 Backpacks are overrated anyways. 🎒
#Anythingbutabackpack #AprilFools #AprilFoolsDay #desmoinesprep
A little #AprilFools mischief. 🎉 Backpacks are overrated anyways. 🎒
#Anythingbutabackpack #AprilFools #AprilFoolsDay #desmoinesprep
On today’s episode of Why Wednesday is Anastasia! 🌟
At DMP, safety isn’t a feature but a priority. With Evolv, students learn, teachers teach, and families have one less thing to worry about.
#DesMoinesPrep #Trailblazers #NewSchool #WhyWednesday #DowntownDSM #HighSchool
On today’s episode of Why Wednesday is Anastasia! 🌟
At DMP, safety isn’t a feature but a priority. With Evolv, students learn, teachers teach, and families have one less thing to worry about.
#DesMoinesPrep #Trailblazers #NewSchool #WhyWednesday #DowntownDSM #HighSchool
Stop by Mrs. Muhammed’s office for a debrief? Say less.🏃♂️➡️
#DesMoines #DesMoinesPrep #NewSchool #Debrief
Stop by Mrs. Muhammed’s office for a debrief? Say less.🏃♂️➡️
#DesMoines #DesMoinesPrep #NewSchool #Debrief
Introducing ✨Why Wednesdays✨
We do things differently at Des Moines Prep. Hear directly from DMP students to learn the “why” behind what we do.
First up is Lilliana explaining our prime location in the East Village. 👉
#DesMoinesPrep #Trailblazers #NewSchool #WhyWednesday #EastVillageDSM #DowntownDSM #HighSchool
Introducing ✨Why Wednesdays✨
We do things differently at Des Moines Prep. Hear directly from DMP students to learn the “why” behind what we do.
First up is Lilliana explaining our prime location in the East Village. 👉
#DesMoinesPrep #Trailblazers #NewSchool #WhyWednesday #EastVillageDSM #DowntownDSM #HighSchool
Every student is the hero of their own story. We’re here to equip them with the tools to be great. ⭐
Thank you to all the families who entrust us with being part of the ride.
Every student is the hero of their own story. We’re here to equip them with the tools to be great. ⭐
Thank you to all the families who entrust us with being part of the ride.
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A Bright First Day for Trailblazers
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Why One Parent is All-In on Des Moines Prep
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General | May 7, 2025
iJAG College and Career Prep Program
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General | May 6, 2025
New Faces at Des Moines Prep
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General | April 28, 2025
Des Moines Prep Teams up with iJAG
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General, Student Life | April 10, 2025
Partnering with Parents for Student Success
At Des Moines Prep, parents are vital partners in their…
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General | April 7, 2025
“Meet the Team” Virtual Event
Did you miss our “Meet the Team” event? Watch the…
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General | March 31, 2025
Get to Know Principal Matt Lakis
Founding Principal Matt Lakis has a busy schedule, but we…
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