Congratulations to February’s Lead Dawgs from Grades 6-8! Great job! #VanMeter 🐾
about 1 hour ago, Van Meter Schools
Ten students from grades 6 to 8 hold certificates as February's Lead Dawgs at Van Meter school gym.
Best of luck to our 7-12 Jazz Bands as they travel to Waukee Northwest for the Waukee Jazz Band Competition! Go Dawgs! 🎷🎼
about 5 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Jazz band performing on stage with various instruments under a banner saying 'Good luck, jazz band!' at Waukee Jazz Band Competition.
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:
⭐️ Cannon Robinson
⭐️ Nathan Martinez
⭐️ Kahlen Luvaas
⭐️ Jaxyn Kuhn
⭐️ Kaleb Hudson
⭐️ Ashlyn Lake
⭐️ Annie Netten
⭐️ Aiden Paul
⭐️ Madyson Schnell
⭐️ Cole Barney
about 7 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Glossy black ceramic sculpture shaped like a boot standing upright on a white surface.
Silhouetted city skyline with tall buildings under a purple night sky dotted with stars and a crescent moon.
Glossy ceramic artwork of a large flower with five textured purple petals and a cluster of beige beads at the center on a turquoise background.
Circular drawing of colorful buildings arranged in a ring with a gray center, each building uniquely patterned and shaded in rainbow hues.
Black and white spiral pattern with alternating shaded and unshaded segments creating a hypnotic vortex effect.
Watercolor painting of a solitary tree with lush green leaves against a swirling pastel sky with white clouds.
Black and white patterned lighthouse with intricate designs stands against a vibrant blue textured sky background.
Detailed black and white sketch of a cheetah's face and upper body with distinct spots and intense eyes on a dark background.
Detailed white line drawing of a rooster with intricate feather patterns on a black background.
A winding dirt path cuts through green fields under a vibrant sunset sky with deep orange and blue hues and a bird flying near the glowing sun.
On Maintenance Workers Appreciation Day, we recognize the people who help keep our buildings safe, clean, and ready for success.

We’re grateful for their commitment to our school community! 🙌🛠️
about 9 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Honoring Maintenance Workers Appreciation Day on March 6, 2026, featuring three workers' photos inside gear shapes against a blue brick background.
Our 4th graders had fun tracking medal counts from the 2026 Winter Olympics and turning the data into meaningful math practice! 🥇

Students recorded gold, silver, and bronze totals, organized their data, and created both bar graphs and line plots to compare countries and answer questions. 📊

This project deepened their data analysis skills while helping them see how math applies to real-world events happening around the world.
about 24 hours ago, Van Meter Schools
Students collaborating on a classroom project using rulers and markers at a shared table with laptops nearby.
Two boys collaborate on a worksheet at a classroom desk filled with school supplies and a laptop.
Three children working together on a table, drawing and coloring bar graphs on paper with pencils and crayons nearby.
Child in classroom holding a hand-drawn bar graph comparing different countries' populations.
Two girls collaborate on a drawing project at a classroom table filled with pencils, markers, and paper.
Two students collaborate on a worksheet with bar graphs at a classroom table, surrounded by school supplies and laptops.
Two young students working on math assignments with bar graphs and calculations at a classroom table.
Two young boys collaborate on math homework using a calculator at a classroom desk filled with papers and pencils.
Two boys sitting at a classroom table reviewing handwritten charts and notes spread out before them.
Join us for the performance of “Annie Jr.,” by Van Meter Performing Arts! 🎭

Shows will take place on March 5 at 6:00pm and March 6 at 3:00pm and 6:00pm.

Get your tickets for $5 when they become available at: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
1 day 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.
Van Meter Baseball is hosting a Youth Baseball Camp on March 28 at the Van Meter Rec Fields—a great opportunity for young athletes to build skills, have fun and connect with our program. ⚾️🧢

Camp Times:
🕖 6th & 7th Grade: 10:00am-12:00pm
🕖 3rd-5th Grade: 1:30-3:30pm

The cost is $40 per student and includes a camp shirt. To register and submit payment, please visit: https://vmbulldogs.revtrak.net/-baseball/#/list
2 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Youth baseball camp sign-up announcement for March 28 at Van Meter Rec Fields with session times for grades 3-7 and $40 fee including a shirt.
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 headphones read a colorful book together in a classroom at Van Meter Elementary School's preschool program.
Van Meter CSD is hiring a Middle School Choir (6-8) Teacher for the 2026-27 school year! 🎶

We are proud to have been named an Iowa Top Workplaces winner in both 2024 and 2025, and we continue to grow as a progressive district located just 10 miles west of West Des Moines. Join a supportive team committed to student success and excellence in education. Applications are due by Sunday, March 22.

To view the full job description and submit your application before the deadline, visit the Van Meter CSD employment page: https://vmcsd.schoolspring.com.
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Announcement for hiring a middle school choir teacher for the 2026-27 school year with application deadline March 22, 2026.
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 playful learning activities for kindergarten planning.
TK and Kindergarten ended their animal unit with a presentation by Erica from Dallas County Conservation! They learned how animals in Iowa adapt to our cold, snowy winters. ❄️
3 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Teacher reading a book aloud to young students seated on a classroom carpet with colorful dots.
A group of young children sitting on the floor touching a large animal pelt held by an adult in a classroom setting.
A group of young children sitting in a classroom circle attentively watching a man holding a small dog during a lesson.
Teacher showing a textured object to a group of young children seated on a classroom floor during a hands-on learning activity.
Teacher showing a furry animal pelt to a group of young children seated on a classroom carpet.
Teacher kneels on classroom rug, counting on fingers as young children sit and raise hands during lesson.
Children kneel in a circle on colorful alphabet rug, leaning in for group activity in classroom.
Teacher stands at front of classroom leading activity as young students gather around desks and watch attentively.
Teacher engaging a group of young children seated on a colorful alphabet and weather-themed carpet in a classroom setting.
Young children standing in a circle on a colorful alphabet rug during a classroom activity led by a teacher.
We were feeling the love for math this February!

Our Happy Hearts, Math Smarts Challenge brought out the very best in our students, and we are so proud of our top three finishers!

🥇 1st Place: Mrs. Jenkin’s 1st Grade Class
🥈 2nd Place: Mrs. Cox’s 1st Grade Class
🥉 3rd Place: Mrs. Crutchley’s Kindergarten Class

Your hard work, perseverance, and math smarts truly paid off! Keep shining bright and showing that learning + heart = success.
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of elementary school children posing in front of a Van Meter Bulldogs gym wall holding a colorful handmade poster.
Group of young children posing in front of a Van Meter Bulldogs gym wall holding a colorful poster with heart drawings.
Group of young students in a classroom sitting and standing on a colorful alphabet rug, holding a poster that reads 'Happy Hearts Math Smarts' with heart and heartbeat illustrations.
During National School Breakfast Week, we recognize the amazing food service staff members who support students by preparing nutritious meals every day. Breakfast gives your brain the fuel it needs to problem solve, participate, and stay energized.

Students, remember to start your morning strong—at home or at school! 🍎✨
4 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Colorful breakfast bowl with yogurt, granola, fresh apple slices, berries, and orange wedges on a white plate beside National School Breakfast Week text.
Tickets are now on sale for Van Meter Performing Arts’ production of “Annie Jr.,” and we encourage families to purchase in advance to secure their seats! 🎭

All tickets are $5 and must be purchased online prior to the performance. Please note that there will be no cash sales at the door. Performances will take place on March 5 at 6:00pm and March 6 at 3:00 and 6:00pm.

Purchase your tickets today at https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter. 🎟️
5 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Red curtain backdrop with city skyline silhouette promoting Annie Jr. performances on March 5 and 6 at Van Meter Performing Arts.
Congratulations to all of February’s TK-5 Top Dogs! You make us proud! #VanMeter 🐾
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of TK-5 students posing in front of a Van Meter backdrop celebrating top academic achievers.
Group of young students posing in front of a Van Meter backdrop celebrating TK-5 top achievers.
Mrs. Webster's 2nd graders and Mrs. Teigland's and Mrs. Lamoureux's 4th graders got together so the 2nd graders could share their nonfiction animal books with their 4th grade buddies. They were so excited to present their hard work to their buddy class! 📘
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Elementary students collaborating on laptops in a colorful classroom with educational posters on the walls.
Four young boys closely gathered around a laptop on a classroom desk, focused on the screen during a group activity.
Two students closely collaborating on a laptop at a classroom table with other children and educational posters in the background.
Elementary students collaborating around a table using laptops in a colorful classroom setting.
The 1st graders were excited to share their class flags at the Olympic Celebration at school on Friday! Students proudly presented their flags and enjoyed being part of the special event, celebrating school spirit and the Olympic theme with their classmates and throughout the school. 🏅
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of first-grade students and their teacher posing in a classroom holding a sign that reads 'Mrs. Jenkins Class 1st Grade'.
Group of first-grade students posing in front of a blue Van Meter Bulldog backdrop holding a colorful handprint poster.
Group of elementary students and a teacher posing in front of a Van Meter Bulldogs backdrop holding a handmade American flag poster.
Group of young students posing in a colorful classroom with educational posters and a whiteboard behind them.
Four women standing in front of a blue Van Meter wall, wearing white USA-themed shirts and black pants, smiling together.
Join us for our Showcase tonight as we celebrate the incredible talents of our students and honor our seniors! 🎶

The performance will start at 6:30pm in the North Gym and will feature the 6th Grade Choir, Sparkline Express, and Vocal Loco-Motion.

We will be recognizing our graduating seniors during a special Senior Night celebration as we thank them for their dedication and leadership.

We hope to see you there for a wonderful night of music and celebration.
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Show choir members singing together on stage during a performance with dark background.
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:
⭐️ Lainy Newhard
⭐️ Tommy Madden
⭐️ T.J. Kettles
⭐️ Hannidy Fyfe
⭐️ Nash Seeley
⭐️ Jenny Alexander
⭐️ Lexi Bickford
⭐️ Easton Fiala
⭐️ Grayson Wigant
⭐️ Jack Kelly
7 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Bright orange jellyfish with long, flowing tentacles swimming against a soft blue, cloud-like background.
Glossy ceramic sun sculpture with a smiling face and wavy rays on a light surface.
Glossy ceramic sculpture with stacked coils in orange, green, and purple hues on a white surface.
Hand-drawn bouquet featuring a large red flower, a blue and white daisy, and a tall orange floral spike with green leaves.
Small square ceramic pot with a glossy black interior and textured bright yellow exterior on a white surface.
Black and white drawing of a lighthouse on rocky shore with sun rays radiating behind and a sailboat on calm water.
Black ink stippling drawing of a stylized sun with irregular, pointed rays radiating from a dotted circular center.
Intricate black and white line drawing of a bear filled with various geometric patterns and textures.
White chalk outline of a dog's head and neck on a blackboard, showing detailed ears and facial features in profile.
Hand-drawn tree with a brown trunk and lush green foliage on white paper.
Career & Technical Education Month showcases the power of practical, career-focused learning.

CTE programs connect classroom instruction to real-world applications. These pathways open doors to high-demand careers across a wide range of industries! ⚙️🎓
8 days ago, Van Meter Schools
February as Career and Technical Education Month with icons of a wrench, screwdriver, computer, and chef's hat.