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29. The Voices of the Class of 2026
29. The Voices of the Class of 2026
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Welcome to The Become Here Project: A Des Moines Public Schools Podcast. Tune in here for the latest and greatest stories and conversations regarding the largest provider of public education in Iowa. Our diverse community consists of more than 30,000 students and nearly 5,000 teachers and staff working in more than 60 schools in Iowa's capital city.
Thank you for your interest in DMPS, an enriched school district that’s proud of its past and prepared for the future.
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- 29. The Voices of the Class of 2026 · 42 min · Sesong 3 Episode 6Graduation season is always a time of reflection, pride, and hope for what’s ahead. No moment captures that more than the words shared by our student commencement speakers. In…
- 28. That's News to Me Crew · 17 min · Sesong 3 Episode 5This special episode features award-winning Hiatt Middle School student podcasters of the That's News to Me Crew. Having won the District-wide Middle School Podcast Competition…
- 27. 2026 DMPS State of the Schools · 29 min · Sesong 3 Episode 4Welcome to The Become Here Project: A Des Moines Public Schools podcast. This episode is live in front of a studio audience at the Central Campus auditorium for the 2026 State of…
- 26. Community Partnerships 101 · 18 min · Sesong 3 Episode 3In the spirit of the proverb "It takes a village to raise a child," we discuss the importance of community partnerships in meeting the needs of students and families. Kayli…
- 25. Career & Technical Education · 16 min · Sesong 3 Episode 2Central Campus is the flagship of Career & Technical Education offerings in the state, and expanding equitable CTE opportunities throughout DMPS is a pillar of the Reimagining…
- 24. What is New for the 2025-26 DMPS School Year · 25 min · Sesong 3 Episode 1We're covering the most important things to know heading into the 2025-2026 school year. Our list includes exciting changes for every grade level and for families connecting with…
- 23. Reimagining Education at Des Moines Public Schools · 16 min · Sesong 2 Episode 12Reimagining Education at Des Moines Public Schools means providing the best educational choices to prepare all students for successful futures. Listen in as Superintendent Dr…
- 22. Diploma+ : Reflecting Unique Strengths, Passions, and Future Goals of Students · 23 min · Sesong 2 Episode 11High school graduation is a proud milestone for students and families. A diploma represents achievement, perseverance, and the start of a new journey. But what if that diploma…
- 21. The Voices of the Class of 2025 · 30 min · Sesong 2 Episode 10Graduation season is always a time of reflection, pride, and hope for what’s ahead. No moment captures that more than the words shared by our student commencement speakers. In…
- 20. Pt 2 - DMPS Schools Earn National Counseling Recognitions · 34 min · Sesong 2 Episode 9Three DMPS schools have earned the prestigious RAMP designation from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), and East High School is receiving the Program of…
- 20. DMPS Schools Earn National Counseling Recognitions · 19 min · Sesong 2 Episode 8Three DMPS schools have earned the prestigious RAMP designation from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), and East High School is receiving the Program of Promise…
- 19. Reimagining Education, Live at 2025 DMPS State of the Schools · 23 min · Sesong 2 Episode 7This episode is a live recording from the 2025 DMPS State of the Schools event held in the North High School auditorium on February 11, 2025. Reimagining Education at Des Moines…
- 18. DMPS Foundation, Supporting Des Moines Public Schools · 17 min · Sesong 2 Episode 6The DMPS Foundation exists to provide direct financial support for teacher requests — whether it’s for decodable books to enhance literacy, gardening supplies to foster hands-on…
- 17. State Report Shows Areas of Growth, Room to Improve · 17 min · Sesong 2 Episode 5Iowa School Performance Profile Shows 16 DMPS Schools Improve Categorization Since Last Year From growth and proficiency in various subject areas to school attendance to high…
- 16. Options Academy, Providing New Paths to a Diploma · 15 min · Sesong 2 Episode 4Options Academy is a program for Des Moines Public Schools students who need a new path to their high school diploma. Options students earn their diploma by finishing their…
- 15. Paid Summer Apprenticeships at Central Campus · 13 min · Sesong 2 Episode 3Paid summer apprenticeships at Central Campus are giving students the opportunity to learn and earn at the same time. Host Amanda Lewis speaks with student apprentices Addison…
- 14. Preschool Increases in Accessibility, Options, Success · 8 min · Sesong 2 Episode 2The data is clear, "Preschool should be important to everyone in the community," says Early Childhood Programs Director, Kristin Rourke. Tune in to learn "why." New this year…
- 13. NEW for 2024-25 School Year at DMPS · 27 min · Sesong 2 Episode 1In this special episode of The Become Here Project, a Des Moines Public Schools Podcast and we dive into five important things to know before heading back to school on Monday…
- 12. DMPS Hosts 2024 National Speech & Debate Association Tournament · 14 min · Sesong 1 Episode 12DMPS is so honored to co-host the 2024 National Speech & Debate Association Tournament as more than 6,700 students from across the country are in the Des Moines metro! We took…
- 11. The Class of 2024 Speaks · 21 min · Sesong 1 Episode 11We are celebrating the graduation of more than 2,000 DMPS students – members of the Class of 2024 on this episode of The Become Here Project: A Des Moines Public Schools podcast…
