West Des Moines Community Schools Community Education

Our adult classes feature in-person and online classes. Our in-person classes are under "Activities." For all online classes, you can choice to take a class individually or in a series that can qualify you for a certificate. If you register for all three classes at once, they will be discounted at checkout. How the online courses work: A few days before the class begins you will be emailed an invitation into the online classroom. Click to accept the invite and set up a password to access the classroom. For subsequent sessions go to the classroom and use your email address and password to access it. Participate when you want! You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. You decide when you participate. For the best learning, you should log into the course on 2-3 different days of the week.

Our Adventures program has engaging classes, fun teachers, and enriching experiences for K-8 students after school, in the evenings, and on the weekends. Adventures provides a way for students to expand their knowledge or skills in an area of interest and try something beyond the classes they have during the school day. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund before the second day of class. There will be a $10 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Scholarships Scholarships are based on financial need and are available to assist WDMCS students with tuition for most programs. Students must attend school, or live within the WDMCS district boundaries. Scholarships are available on the basis of need. Please fill out this short form to apply for a scholarship. Las becas están disponibles según la necesidad. Complete este breve formulario para solicitar una beca.

Train, Learn, and Play with the Tigers! Camps available from kindergarten to 12th grade. Choose from a variety of VHS coached athletic camps offered throughout the year. Walk-ups will still have to register. Scholarships Scholarships available based on need, please fill out this form, or call 515-633-5001. Las becas están disponibles según la necesidad. Complete este breve formulario para solicitar una beca. Bound Participants in grades 8-12 must have their athletic paperwork submitted to Bound prior to the start of camp. More details: https://tigers.wdmcs.org/link-2

Kids West provides safe, affordable, and convenient before-and-after school care for WDMCS children in grades K-6. In Kids West, kids can play, create crafts, learn new team games, and make friends across all ages. Kids West is open each day school is in session, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. until school starts and after school until 6 p.m.

ParentQuest provides a wide variety of free learning opportunities for parents and other caring adults as they navigate each child’s unique path to success in school and life. ParentQuest offers opportunities for learning about academics, cultural awareness, health and well being, parenting, WDMCS 101, and more. Each child’s path to success is unique, and ParentQuest provides relevant resources to help parents along the way.

Dates Camps Grades June 23-27 Summer Adventures 1-5 June 23-27 Be the Boss! 5-6 June 30 - July 3 Creatives & Competitors 3-6 June 30 - July 3 Bricktopia 1-5 July 7-11 Art Adventures 1-6 July 7-11 Chess Camp 1-5 July 7-10 Camp Kindergarten Kindergarten July 14-18 Science Explorations 1-5 July 21 - 25 Board Game Extraordinaire 1-4 July 21-25 Fencing Camp 2-8 July 21-25 Mad Scientists 2-5 July 28 - Aug. 1 Extreme Engineers Club Kindergarten July 28 - Aug. 1 Summer Fun 1-4 August 4-7 Jump Start 1-5 Registration Deadline A $25 late registration fee will be charged if you register less than one week before the program’s start date. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund before the second day of class. There will be a $25 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Scholarships Scholarships are based on financial need and are available to assist WDMCS students with tuition for most programs. Students must attend school, or live within the WDMCS district boundaries. You can fill out the request by clicking here. Solicitud de beca de español.

For students entering grades 9-12 Summer of Learning volunteers are needed to support teachers, engage with students, and assist with classroom tasks. Volunteer Requirements You enjoy working with children. You must be present every day. You come on time You are not on your phone. You display appropriate behavior and language.