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.

Join us for an adventure into the world of art! Students will get creative while exploring a variety of materials, techniques, and artists. Please wear or bring an art shirt, apron, or smock to each class. **You have the option to sign your child up for either the morning session or the afternoon session. ** 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.

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

Students will learn about entrepreneurship firsthand through a variety of highly interactive classroom activities, guest speakers, and tours of local businesses! Then, they'll have the chance to plan and implement their own business idea. Please be sure to send a sack lunch with your student each day, as lunch is not provided at the school. 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.

Come out and work with the 2023 4A state champion Valley Tigers varsity basketball team. There will be skill work and instruction, guest speakers and demonstrations as well as games and contests.

These courses are offered through our partnership with Youth Enrichment League (YEL). It is an exciting opportunity for any student who is into engineering. 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.

This Business Communication category offers program studies, containing classes that can be taken 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 course works: 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.

Every successful person in the workplace utilizes financial information to aid effective decision making. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers explains the financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses and will provide practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and career. First, get a foundation to understand the seven steps in the accounting cycle and use financial information in decision making. Come away with the knowledge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance. Then find out what you need to know about cash. Cash is the non-financial manager who really makes a difference in the day-to-day cash activities. Discover how to maximize cash flow, learn the importance of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. Finally, acquire advanced knowledge on the financial information that drives your organization. See how business reports are assessed and analyzed. An understanding of this information will help you make smart decisions when it comes to budgeting, setting goals, and assessing performance within your own area of influence.

Great Opportunity for Soccer development from our Valley Coaching Staff!

Camp Champs is a parent pay summer program for students in special education entering grades 1-9. Camp Champs is designed to provide reinforcement skills in academic and social areas. All of the sessions will have daily rotations, which include: language arts (reading/writing), math, and social skills. Students, along with peer role models, will also eat lunch together, read aloud, and enjoy indoor/outdoor large group games. If you have not participated in Camp Champs previously please contact Katie Hoover at hooverk@wdmcs.org, prior to enrollment, to make sure your child is eligible for the program. This program is a parent pay option and does not qualify as extended school year service. 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. To register for this program please contact Community Education at: 515-633-5001 communityeducation@wdmcs.org

This special class is just for students entering kindergarten! This 4 day program gives our youngest students an opportunity to experience what it will be like to be a kindergartner and will give them an extra boost of confidence for their first day of school. You may choose any site that works for you and are not restricted to your child’s home school. 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.

Cheerleading Camps and Clinics

Chess is offered through our partnership with Youth Enrichment League (YEL). 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.

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This Customer Service category offers program studies, containing classes that can be taken individually, or in a series that can qualify you for a certificate. If you register for all the classes at once, they will be discounted at checkout. How the course works: 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.

Valley Dance Team Camps and Clinics