Van Meter students are headed to the Large Group District Speech Contest tomorrow, January 24, at Creston High School! Five of our teams will take the stage to compete for a chance to advance to state. Good luck to all of our incredible performers—we’re proud of you! 🎭
about 13 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Announcement for Large Group District Speech Contest at Creston High School on Saturday, January 24, with a good luck message and speech bubbles graphic to the Van Meter students.
There are just two days left to apply! We're currently seeking a Secondary Science teacher (6th-12th) and a Secondary P.E. teacher with a focus on strength and conditioning. 🚨

With recent recognition as a High Performing district in the Iowa School Performance Profiles and a Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register, this is a great time to join our team!

Applications are due by Sunday, January 25. View the job descriptions and apply here: https://vmcsd.schoolspring.com/
about 13 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter hiring announcement for secondary (6-12) science and P.E. teachers with strength and conditioning focus for 2026-27 school year.
The Van Meter Performing Arts team is proud to present Annie Jr., with performances on March 5 at 6:00pm and March 6 at 3:00 and 6:00pm! 🎭

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable show featuring the incredible talents of our student performers.
about 13 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Red curtain backdrop with spotlight and city skyline promoting Annie Jr. performances on March 5 and 6 at Van Meter Performing Arts.
Congratulations to our talented student artists from Intro to Art, 2D Art, and 3D Art for being recognized in this Secondary Art Shout-Out! 🎨

We’re proud to celebrate the creativity of:
⭐️ Molly Comer
⭐️ Brayden Jimmerson
⭐️ Maisey Patterson
⭐️ Jordyn Prickett
⭐️ Annie Miller
⭐️ Owen Roberts
⭐️ Jude Matt
⭐️ Abby Shipman
⭐️ Adelyn Wosmansky
⭐️ Ella Fennessey
about 19 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Close-up of a segmented, shiny beetle larva resting on a textured surface with detailed shading.
A curled-up cat formed entirely from repeated handwritten words 'Cat' in varying sizes and densities.
Detailed white chalk drawing of a young tiger cub looking upward against a black background.
Black and white hand-drawn lighthouse with intricate patterns and surrounding waves and birds on white paper.
Yellow ceramic plate with blue polka dots next to a glossy blue bowl and a gray plate on a gray surface.
Black and white pencil drawing of a wristwatch with a metal band on a geometric patterned background.
Close-up of a wooden artist mannequin painted in warm yellow and orange tones against a textured purple and white background.
Four colorful cassette tape prints arranged in a 2x2 grid with red, yellow, blue, and a rainbow gradient design on a white background.
White rabbit with floppy ears wearing a pink flower hat against a backdrop of green leafy vines.
Glossy ceramic bowls and a vase in red, blue, and pink hues arranged on a white surface.
GAMEDAY: Come out and support our girls basketball team tonight! They’re taking on Elk Horn Kimballton at home! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 6:15pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎥 fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/van-meter/organization/15612/van-meter-high-school
🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
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1 day ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter girls basketball player in white and blue uniform dribbling the ball on a gym court during a game. Girls' Basketball Game day vs Elk Horn Kimballton on Thursday, January 22 at 6:15 PM.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our boys wrestling team at the Southeast Warren Triangular tonight–go Dawgs! 🤼‍♂️
🕖 5:30pm
📍 Southeast Warren Junior-Senior HS
🎟️ $7/adult, $5/student
#VanMeter
1 day ago, Van Meter Schools
Two high school wrestlers competing on a mat during a match in a gymnasium with spectators in the background. Van Meter Boys' Wrestling Meet Day on Thursday, January 22 at 5:30 PM at Southeast Warren Junior-Senior HS.
On Sunday, January 11, seven NHS members were officially installed as the Cabinet in the VM National Honor Society! Congratulations to all!

✨ Historian/Photographer: Mason Bradley
✨ Social Media Chair: Emma Dea
✨ Graphic Design Chair: Samantha Siegel
✨ Treasurer: Josie Bemis
✨ Secretary: Dane Bernhardt
✨ Vice President: Elli Reid
✨ President: Jane Nelson

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2 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Seven students stand on stage holding candles during a Van Meter NHS Cabinet ceremony with a congratulatory banner below.
The next meeting of the Van Meter Board of Education will take place Wednesday, January 21, beginning at 5:00pm at the Elementary Collaboration Space. The meeting is open to the public.
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Announcement for VM Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, January 21 at 5:00 PM in the new board room near the district office.
Our jazz bands are back at it today for the Simpson Jazzfest at Simpson College! 🎷

Jazz 1 performs at 10:30am, and Jazz 2 follows at 1:30pm. We’re cheering you on for another great day of music.

Good luck, everyone!
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Announcement for Simpson Jazzfest at Simpson College with Van Meter's Jazz 1 at 10:30am and Jazz 2 at 1:30pm on Wednesday, January 21.
We’re hiring for the 2026-27 school year and seeking a Secondary (6th-12th) Science Teacher and a Secondary P.E. Teacher with a strength and conditioning focus!

Van Meter CSD has been recognized as a High Performing district in the recent Iowa School Performance Profiles and named a Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register. We are proud to support both students and staff in a culture of excellence. 💼

Applications are due by Sunday, January 25. To view the job descriptions and apply, visit the district hiring page: https://vmcsd.schoolspring.com/
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter hiring announcement for secondary (6-12) science and P.E. teachers with strength and conditioning focus for 2026-27 school year.
Interested in having your child attend 4-Year-Old Preschool next year? Please complete the following survey if your child will be 4 years old by September 15, 2026. ✨

Fill out our interest form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuI22ruJNKFUTAU7tM2r0AdDP7cM0c3F_i0yR9lnROVALAOw/viewform.

Please note: This is not official registration. It helps us plan for next year. Official registrations will be sent later this spring to families who have completed this form.
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two preschool children wearing headphones read a colorful book in a classroom at Van Meter Elementary School's Preschool Program.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our girls and boys basketball teams tonight! They’re traveling to take on the Pleasantville Trojans. Let’s go, Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 6:15pm & 7:15pm
📍 Pleasantville HS
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/pleasantville/organization/14078/pleasantville-high-school
🎟️ https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/pleasantville/tickets
#VanMeter
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter girls basketball player in white and blue uniform preparing to pass during a game with spectators in the background. Basketball gameday vs Pleasantville on Tuesday, January 20.
Interested in our 2026-27 Kindergarten or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program? Fill out the interest form below today! 📝

📌 If your child will be 5 years old by September 15, 2026, please complete the form linked below.
📌 If your child currently attends TK at Van Meter, there’s no need to fill this out.
📌 Considering TK? This is the correct form for you!

Interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCVK6y5kJX2v7cIlasAHkxIkmEHXLoZEnXbKO3NHK8ZeJeWg/viewform.

Please note: This is not official registration. It helps us plan for next year. Official registrations will be sent later this spring to families who have completed this form.
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of young children playing and learning together in a classroom setting at Van Meter Elementary School.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our girls wrestlers on the RRW team as they travel to the CIML Championships tonight! Go Dawgs! 🤼‍♀️
🕖 5:00pm
📍 Waukee NW HS
🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/?aid=425
#VanMeter
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two female wrestlers in black and yellow singlets competing intensely during a match at the Girls' Wrestling Meet Day event. Girls' Wrestling Meet Day on Tuesday, January 20 at 5:00 PM at Waukee NW HS for the CIML Championship.
Today, we honor Dr. King’s belief that “the time is always right to do what is right.” He lived this principle through his leadership and actions. His legacy reminds us that standing up for justice is always meaningful.
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Graphic honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026, with the quote, 'The time is always right to do what is right.'
GAMEDAY: Let’s go, bulldogs! Our girls and boys basketball teams are traveling to take on the Winterset Huskies tonight! 🏀
🕖 6:00pm & 7:30pm
📍 Winterset HS
🎥 https://tinyurl.com/Winterset-Huskies-YouTube
🎟️ http://gobound.com/ia/schools/winterset/tickets
#VanMeter
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter CSD High school boys basketball player in white and blue jersey prepares to shoot during a game with spectators in the background. Basketball game day, Van Meter vs Winterset, Monday, January 19.
Van Meter CSD is hiring for the 2026-27 school year! We’re looking for a Secondary (6th-12th) Science teacher and a Secondary P.E. teacher with a focus on strength and conditioning. 💪

Our district was recently recognized as High Performing in the Iowa School Performance Profiles and named a Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register. Join a district committed to fostering a culture of excellence for both students and staff! 🎉

Applications are due by Sunday, January 25. To view the job descriptions and apply, visit the district hiring page: https://vmcsd.schoolspring.com/
6 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter CSD announcement for secondary science and P.E. teachers for 2026-27, with applications due January 25.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our girls wrestlers as they are at Waukee Northwest for today’s tournament! Go Dawgs! 🤼‍♀️
🕖 10:00am
📍 Waukee Northwest HS
🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/61604, $10 per person
#VanMeter
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two female wrestlers, one Van Meter student, compete intensely on a mat during a high school wrestling match with spectators in the background. Girls' Wrestling Meet Day on Saturday, January 17, starting at 10:00 AM at Waukee Northwest HS.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our boys wrestlers competing in the WCAC Tournament today! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🤼‍♂️
🕖 9:00am
📍 Panorama HS
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7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two high school wrestlers grappling on a mat during a match with spectators in the background at a wrestling meet. Boys' Wrestling Meet Day on Saturday, January 17, starting at 9:00 AM at Panorama HS for the WCAC Tournament.
Students in 3rd grade are using a new tool called "We Will Write" to enhance their writing creativity and stamina! ✍️✨
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of elementary students posing in a classroom with a screen showing '1905 words' behind them.
Third grade students in a classroom using laptops and tablets while a coding lesson is projected on the whiteboard.
Third grade students focused on laptops in a colorful classroom filled with educational posters and materials.
Collage of third grade students focused on using laptops in a colorful classroom setting with educational posters and supplies.
Third grade students sitting in a classroom setting and working on their laptops.
Four students working at their laptops. We can see the computer screen of the girl in a pink sweatshirt.
Students working at their laptops. We can see the computer screen of the girl in a gray sweatshirt.
Computer screen of a girl with red hair and tie-dye shirt.
A computer screen is pictured with a pair of glasses and 229 word written about them.
A picture of a laptop screen with text at the top that is asking "Which text is easiest to understand?" Below it is gray and red blocks on the left and right sides with white text.