Des Moines Prep

August 25 marked a brand-new beginning at Des Moines Prep! Students walked through the doors with curiosity and excitement, ready to dive into a school designed just for them. From exploring classrooms to meeting teachers and making new friends, the day w

DES MOINES, Iowa - Des Moines Prep opened its doors this week as the first charter school in the city. It's located between SE 5th and 6th Street in the East Village, built inside a 90-year-old buildi...

One of our amazing parents recently shared their perspective in a Des Moines Register Letter to the Editor-and it's a must-read. Their words reflect the heart of our mission and the real impact Des Moines Prep is having on students and families. Check it

Did you know Des Moines Prep has partnered with Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates (iJAG), a leader in career development programming? If you missed our recent virtual event featuring Principal Matt Lakis and iJAG President and CEO Dr. Wendy Mihm-Herold, y

As our building construction progresses and students continue to apply and enroll, we are also busy hiring talented new staff members and teachers. Read below to learn a little bit about three of our newest team members: our Dean of Academics and two of o

Des Moines Prep has partnered with Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates (iJAG), a statewide nonprofit known for being a leader in career development programming. Together, we will deliver a comprehensive college and career preparation curriculum for every De

At Des Moines Prep, parents are vital partners in their child's education and essential members of our school community. Helping students succeed takes more than preparation and careful planning within the classroom - it requires the active involvement an

Did you miss our "Meet the Team" event? Watch the recording of our fun and informative event to see Principal Matt Lakis interview some of the new members of the Des Moines Prep team: Kate Leo, Founding Language Arts Teacher and Reading Interventionist Na

Founding Principal Matt Lakis has a busy schedule, but we managed to grab some time to ask him five questions about himself. Read below to learn more about Matt and what he values as an educator. When did you know you were going to be an educator? What le

Kathy A. Bolten, a senior staff writer at the Business Record, shares Des Moines Prep's plans to work closely with the business community. "We have every intention of getting our students out into the community doing job shadows, internships and apprentic