West Des Moines Community Schools Community Education

Registration for the winter 2024 session coming soon!!!

Community Education's Adult Classes include educational opportunities for Parents, and Community Members.

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. You can fill out the request by clicking here, or by calling 515-633-5001. 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 available based on need, please fill out this form, or call 515-633-5001 Participants in grades 8-12 must have their athletic paperwork submitted to Bound prior to the start of camp. More details: https://valleytigersathletics.com/athletics-regist...

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.

Check back after spring break for summer 2024 programs!!! 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, or by calling 515-633-5001.