STATE RUNNER-UP! 🏆

Congratulations, Katie, on your state tournament run yesterday and today! We’re so proud of you! ⭐️
about 15 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Wrestler Katie Biscoglia in black singlet has her arm raised as runner-up at 2026 2A 110 lbs state wrestling meet.
ON THE PODIUM! 🏆

Congratulations, Izzy and Bella! They competed in the IGHSAU Class 2A State Wrestling Tournament yesterday and today.

⭐️ Izzy Duncan, 4th Place, 130lbs
⭐️ Bella Bruins, 6th Place, 155lbs
about 19 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Wrestler Izzy Duncan celebrating with referee raising her hand after placing 4th at 130 lbs in 2026 state wrestling meet.
Wrestler Bella from Bruins team having her hand raised by referee after securing 6th place in 2A 155 lbs at 2026 State Wrestling Meet.
Our 3rd grade classes were excited to present their class flags at the Van Meter Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony this morning. We can’t wait to watch the games and cheer on the U.S.A.! 🇺🇸
about 23 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of children and adults wearing red and maroon sportswear posing indoors with a bulldog mascot poster in front of a Van Meter backdrop.
A handrawn picture of the Van Meter Bulldog on a white poster with a red and blue border.
Group of children wearing red and maroon sports jerseys posing indoors with a handmade sign supporting a sports team.
Hand-drawn poster announcing Mrs. Garison's class goal to win the Winter Olympics in 2026 with colorful rings and student names.
Group of children and two adults wearing red shirts posing with a colorful handprint poster in front of a Van Meter backdrop.
Poster showing colorful handprints painted with various country flags surrounding a globe labeled 'Mrs. Plein's Class'.
Group of elementary students wearing red shirts posing with a colorful 'VM Wright' sign in front of a Van Meter school backdrop.
Colorful handmade poster with 'Wright 3rd grade - 2026' surrounded by paw prints, stars, and student names in various colors.
Congratulations to our talented student artists from Intro to Art, 2D Art, and 3D Art for being recognized in this High School Art Shout Out!

We’re proud to celebrate the creativity of:
⭐️ Faith Jones
⭐️ Ada Seiberling
⭐️ Shelby Nelson
⭐️ Macey Slaughter
⭐️ Makenzie Michalski
⭐️ Oliver Jacobs
⭐️ Bella Arellano
⭐️ Luzero Sparks
⭐️ Cheikh Sylla
⭐️ Gabby McCann
about 24 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Colorful flower with alternating petals, inner petals feature a pink and blue checkerboard pattern, outer petals have yellow and orange stripes.
Glossy blue ceramic cup with a smooth finish next to a shiny orange ceramic plate on a light surface.
Hand-painted rock shaped like a pink and turquoise stingray with big eyes, displayed on a white table.
Detailed pencil sketch of two large flowers surrounded by multiple leaves on a plain background.
Two purple-leaved trees stand on a snowy white landscape under a cloudy blue sky.
Detailed pencil sketch of a soccer ball appearing to float above a geometric star-shaped background with shaded facets.
Detailed black and white stippled drawing of a butterfly with intricately patterned wings in mid-flight.
Detailed pencil sketch of a human eye with long eyelashes and a crack running vertically through the drawing.
Chalk drawing of a sunflower with detailed petals and a textured circular center on a dark surface.
Detailed black and white stippled drawing of a partially eaten apple core with a visible stem.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our varsity girls and boys basketball teams as they take on Woodward-Granger. Let’s go, Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 6:00pm & 7:15pm
📍 Woodward-Granger HS
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/woodward/organization/13842/woodward-granger-high-school
🎟️ https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/woodwardgranger/tickets
#VanMeter
1 day ago, Van Meter Schools
A Van Meter basketball player in blue jumps to shoot while a defender in white tries to block during a game with spectators watching. Basketball Game Day vs Woodward-Granger on Friday, February 6. Girls play at 6:00 PM and the boys at 7:15 PM at Woodward-Granger HS.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to Katie, Izzy, and Bella as they wrestle for Day 2 of the IGHSAU State Wrestling Tournament! Katie is in the semifinals, while Izzy and Bella are in the consolation bracket. Go Dawgs! 🤼‍♀️
🕖 1:00pm
📍 Xtream Arena, Iowa City
🎥 https://www.watchighsau.com/
🎟️ https://xtreamarena.evenue.net/events/ighsau-girls-state-wrestling
#VanMeter
1 day ago, Van Meter Schools
Two female wrestlers competing intensely on a mat during a girls' wrestling meet with spectators in the background. Girls' Wrestling Meet Day on February 6 at Xtream Arena in Iowa City for Day 2 of the IGHSAU State Tournament.
February is Dental Health Month! 🦷

Taking care of your teeth helps prevent cavities and keeps your smile bright. Simple habits like brushing twice daily and flossing help protect your whole body, not just your mouth.

Find more tips: https://www.cdc.gov/oral-health/prevention/oral-health-tips-for-children.html
1 day ago, Van Meter Schools
Cartoon tooth character winking and holding a toothbrush with text announcing February as Dental Health Month.
Good luck to our Show Choirs as they perform at the Norwalk Nexus Show Choir Competition at Norwalk High School on Saturday, November 7. 🎶

Sparkline Express performs at 12:10pm, and Vocal Loco-Motion performs at 5:05pm. ⭐️

Let’s go, Dawgs!
2 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter Show Choir members in red and black outfits perform with arms raised on stage under bright lights. They will be performing at the Norwalk Nexus Show Choir Competition on Saturday, November 7.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our boys wrestlers as they travel to compete in tonight’s quad at Southwest Valley. Let’s go, Dawgs! 🤼‍♂️
🕖 5:30pm
📍 Southwest Valley HS
#VanMeter
2 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two high school wrestlers compete on a purple mat during a match with a referee signaling nearby. Boy's Wrestling Meet Day on Thursday, February 5 at 5:30 PM at Southwest Valley HS.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to Katie, Izzy, and Bella as they take on Day 1 of the IGHSAU State Wrestling Tournament! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🤼‍♀️
🕖 4:30pm
📍 Xtream Arena, Iowa City
🎥 https://www.watchighsau.com/
🎟️ https://xtreamarena.evenue.net/events/ighsau-girls-state-wrestling
#VanMeter
2 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Referee raising the arm of a victorious Van Meter female wrestler in a black singlet during a girls' wrestling meet announcement. Girls' Wrestling Meet Day on Thursday, February 5 and Xtream Arena in Iowa City for the IGHSAU State Tournament.
Our 4th graders put kindness into action! 💕

As part of a class kindness project, students created Valentine boxes filled with sweet treats, stickers, and care to donate to our local food pantry. Through this project, they learned that small acts of kindness can make a big difference in our community. We’re so proud of their compassion, creativity, and heart for helping others! ✨
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
A class of students sitting, kneeling, and standing in rows with donation gifts in front of them.
A class of students sitting in rows with donation gifts in front of them.
A class of students sitting, kneeling, and standing in rows holding donation gifts.
Four young students working on laptops and writing at a classroom table with school supplies scattered around.
Students working on valentines day cards and writing at a classroom table with school supplies scattered around.
Two students working together at a classroom table with pink paper, markers, and a laptop open in front of them.
Elementary students seated around a table engaged in coloring and drawing activities with crayons and markers in a classroom.
Children gathered around a table with snacks and drinks, including Sprite cans and packaged meat, in a colorful classroom setting.
Two young girls stand by a table with baking supplies including frosting, sprinkles, and cake mix in a classroom setting.
Two students working together at a classroom table with pink paper, markers, and a laptop open in front of them.
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.
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two preschool children wearing blue headphones read a book together in a colorful classroom at Van Meter Elementary School's Preschool Program.
On Saturday, January 31, our 5th grade Van Meter Singers students shared their talents by singing “God Bless America” at the Iowa Wild hockey game held at Casey’s Center in downtown Des Moines.

Van Meter Singers is an after-school choir offered for 4th and 5th grade students at Van Meter. The 4th grade students meet from October through December, and the 5th grade students meet from January through March.
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of young vocalists in Van Meter apparel posing together indoors against a white brick wall.
Large crowd gathered in arena stands watching the Van Meter students sign on the ice during the pre-game.
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.
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Young children in a classroom at Van Meter Elementary engaged in a group activity during kindergarten planning.
Van Meter Performing Arts is proud to present “Annie Jr.,” a heartwarming musical for the whole family! Join us for one of three performances: March 5 at 6:00pm, or March 6 at 3:00 and 6:00pm. 🎭

Tickets are just $5 and will be available at the Van Meter events page: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter.
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Red curtain backdrop with city skyline promoting Annie Jr. performances on March 5 and 6 at Van Meter Performing Arts.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our girls and boys basketball teams as they take on Des Moines Christian tonight at home! Go Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 6:15pm & 7:15pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎥 fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/van-meter/organization/15612/van-meter-high-school
🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
#VanMeter
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter girls basketball player in blue uniform preparing to pass the ball during a high school game with coaches and spectators in the background. Basketball gameday vs Des Moines Christian on Tuesday, February 3, Girls at 6:15 PM and Boys at 7:15 PM at Van Meter HS.
GAMEDAY: Go Dawgs! Tonight the boys wrestling team will compete in a triangular at Knoxville. 🤼‍♂️
🕖 5:30pm
📍 Knoxville HS
🎟️ $6/Person - Cash or Card at the Gate
#VanMeter
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two high school wrestlers in blue and gray singlets grappling on a mat during a match with spectators in the background. Boys' Wrestling Meet Day on Tuesday, February at 5:30 PM at Knoxville HS.
Congratulations to our student-athletes who have qualified for the Class 2A state wrestling tournament through our shared program with Raccoon River Wrestling! 🏆

⭐️ Katie Biscoglia
⭐️ Izzy Duncan
⭐️ Bella Bruins

These wrestlers will compete on February 5 and 6 at Xtream Arena in Coralville.
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Congratulations, Van Meter Girls State Wrestling Qualifiers: Katie Biscoglia, Bella Bruins, and Izzy Duncan.
Collage honoring four school counselors with portraits and names during National School Counseling Week celebration.
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Collage honoring four school counselors with portraits and names during National School Counseling Week celebration.
Today we celebrate Groundhog Day, a tradition rooted in centuries-old seasonal folklore. According to legend, seeing a shadow signals more winter ahead. Whether true or not, it’s a fun way to mark the changing seasons! ❄️☀️
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Cartoon groundhog wearing a black top hat with text asking if six more weeks of winter will come on February 2, 2026.