Our Large Group Speech team had five groups compete at the district competition. Three of the five groups earned a 1 Rating, advancing to the state competition held on February 7 at Valley High School! 🎉

Our Radio Broadcasting team of Mason Bradley, Ace Harcey, and Brody Wiederholt was named “All-State” and will be celebrated at the All-State Large Group Festival in Ames on February 21. ⭐️

Congratulations to all of our Large Group Speech students on a successful season!

17 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of nine students posing in front of a Van Meter School emblem on a beige wall indoors.
Seven students posing in front of a school emblem on a beige wall inside a hallway.
Three teenage boys standing together in front of a Van Meter Schools emblem on a tiled wall, wearing casual hoodies and smiling.
Two teenage girls standing in front of a Van Meter Schools logo on a beige wall, smiling and posing together.
Two young women stand side by side in front of a Van Meter Schools logo on a white wall, both wearing light gray sweatshirts with school names.
We’re looking for cooks to help serve our students each day! 🍎

We have three positions available:
Full-time cook: 8:00am to 2:00pm
Full-time cook: 6:00am to 2:00pm
Part-time cook: 10:30am to 2:00pm

To view full job details and apply, please visit our SchoolSpring page: https://vmcsd.schoolspring.com/
17 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter blue hiring announcement for full-time and part-time cook positions with specific shift times listed.
As we recognize Financial Aid Awareness Month, we encourage students and families to stay informed about the resources available to help fund higher education. 🎓✨

The FAFSA can open doors to grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and low-interest loans that reduce overall costs. Even if you’re unsure you’ll qualify, it is worth completing the form.

Start here: https://www.fafsa.gov
17 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Graphic showing a hand holding a dollar sign with a graduation cap and diploma, highlighting February as Financial Aid Awareness Month.
Recently, our 6th grade social studies students used a strategy known as “concentric circles” to share their learning with others in the class! 🗣️
17 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Students stand in small groups around desks, discussing and holding notebooks in a busy classroom with maps and posters on blue walls.
Students stand in small groups, reading from notebooks and discussing in a classroom with desks, laptops, and a whiteboard behind them.
Students stand in small groups, reading from notebooks and discussing in a busy classroom with posters and a whiteboard in the background.
Students stand in small groups, talking and holding notebooks in a classroom with desks, a world map, and posters on blue walls.
The TK and Kindergarten students had a lot of fun learning about the Olympics last week! They created and raced bobsleds with their buddies, worked together to make class flags, made Olympic hats to wear on Friday, and attended the Van Meter Opening Ceremonies. 🎿
17 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two children collaborate on a colorful drawing activity at a classroom table filled with crayons and art supplies.
Two children working together on a craft project using a cardboard tube and pipe cleaners at a classroom table.
Four children sitting around a classroom table, drinking from water bottles and eating snacks during a break.
Two young boys in a classroom holding a small craft project together, surrounded by seated children working at tables.
Two children in a gym holding a colorful poster with paw prints and the letters 'VM' during a school event.
Group of six young children standing indoors in colorful casual clothes and sneakers, posing together near brick steps and a railing.
Group of young children in red outfits posing in a colorful classroom, holding a decorated poster with paw prints and hearts.
Elementary students engaged in a classroom craft activity, cutting and assembling paper snowman figures at a table.
Group of children holding a colorful poster with painted handprints and names inside a sports arena lobby.
Young children wearing medals sit on gym bleachers, some holding a colorful chart with paw prints and letters.

Mrs. Swartz’s ELA class presented their research inventions to one another. It was fun learning about the design process and the impact of each project! 💡

18 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Two boys sitting in a classroom, one showing a laptop screen to the other while discussing something.
A group of students sitting around tables in a classroom, engaged with laptops and tablets during a collaborative activity.
Four boys engaged with laptops and tablets around a small table in a classroom with a whiteboard behind them.
Students engaged in a group discussion around a table in a modern classroom with laptops and personal items nearby.
Three students collaborate at a white table with laptops and tablets in a classroom setting.
Last Friday, 22 members of the VMSCC traveled to the Madison County Nature Center at Pammel State Park to meet with County Conservation staff and Madison County Soil and Water Conservation staff. Students toured the new center and learned more about the history of the area and several local conservation efforts.

Students also received wilderness inspiration and photography tips from nature photographer Tom Moss. After a packed lunch, the group hiked the Backbone Trail at Pammel State Park. 🌿
18 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Group of young adults and a few older individuals posing outdoors on a cloudy day near a river and leafless trees.
Group of students gathered around a table with a large map, listening to an instructor explaining details in a classroom setting.
A group of young people gathered indoors, one woman holding a small snake while others observe closely.
A group of people seated at round tables in a spacious room watching a presentation on a large screen showing a butterfly image.
Group of people gathered around a large interactive exhibit table inside a spacious, modern building with wooden beams and high ceilings.
Group of people walking through a leaf-covered forest clearing with bare trees under a cloudy sky.
Group of people hiking on a leaf-covered trail beside a partially frozen river in a bare winter forest.
Small tortoise resting on a stone slab inside a glass enclosure with a blurred background.
GAMEDAY: Let’s go, Dawgs! Our girls basketball team is traveling to take on the PCM Mustangs! 🏀
🕖 7:00pm
📍 PCM HS
🎥 https://www.team1sports.com/highschool/ia/?S=pcmmustangs
🎟️ https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/pcmmonroe/tickets
#VanMeter
18 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Three girls in blue jerseys running on a gym court during during a game. Girls' Basketball Game Day vs PCM on Tuesday, February 10 at 7:00 PM at PCM HS.
Congratulations to two of our students who have qualified for the 2026 IHSAA State Swimming Championships as members of the Waukee High School team! 🏊‍♂️

⭐️ Mason Bradley qualified in the 200 medley relay, 50 freestyle, 100 butterfly, and 200 freestyle relay.
⭐️ Tate Kettles qualified in the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke.

The state meet will be held Friday, February 13, and Saturday, February 14, at the University of Iowa’s Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.

Good luck!
19 days ago, Van Meter Schools
List of 2026 state swimming qualifiers Mason Bradley and Tate Kettles with their qualifying events on a blue background.
Families, please note that there will be no school on Monday, February 16, for a Teacher PD/Flex Day. ✍️
19 days ago, Van Meter Schools
Reminder of no school on Monday, February 16, 2026, for Teacher PD/Flex Day at VM school.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our girls and boys basketball teams as they compete against the Roland-Story Norsemen tonight for Senior Night! Go Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 6:15pm & 7:45pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎥 fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/van-meter/organization/15612/van-meter-high-school
🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
#VanMeter
19 days ago, Van Meter Schools
High school basketball player in blue jumps to shoot over defender during a game at Van Meter High School gym. Basketball Game Day vs Roland-Story on Monday, February 9. Girls at 6:15 PM and Boys at 7:45 PM at Van Meter HS.
STATE RUNNER-UP! 🏆

Congratulations, Katie, on your state tournament run yesterday and today! We’re so proud of you! ⭐️
21 days 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
21 days 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.! 🇺🇸
22 days 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
22 days 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
22 days 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
22 days 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
22 days 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!
23 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
23 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.