Students in Foods 2 wrapped up their cheese unit this week by making mozzarella with Jamie Champion from Ag in the Classroom! 🧀

They used it in pizza snacks and manicotti, capping off a dairy unit that included learning about milk processing, cooking with milk, and a grilled cheese challenge.
about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Three Van Meter students wearing aprons and gloves stand in a kitchen classroom, one holding a bowl with dough inside.
Three Van Meter students wearing aprons and gloves prepare ingredients in a kitchen, focusing on mixing a white substance in a pot on the stove.
Good luck to our students heading to the Mid-Iowa Show Choir Championships this Saturday at Ankeny Centennial High School! 🎶

Sparkline Express will take the stage at 8:00am, followed by Vocal Loco-Motion at 12:45pm.

We’re so proud of all your hard work and can’t wait to cheer you on! 💫
about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter show choir performers in gold jackets and white dresses sing energetically on stage under bright lights.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our boys basketball team as they travel to take on the Pella Christian Eagles! Go Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 7:30pm
📍 Pella Christian HS
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/pella/organization/7754/pella-christian-high-school
🎟️ $6/Person. Cash or card at the gate.
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about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter high school boys' basketball player dribbling past a defender during a game in a gymnasium. Boys' Basketball Game Day vs Pella Christian on Thursday, January 29 at 7:30 PM at Pella Christian HS.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our varsity boys wrestling team as they compete against ADM in a dual! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🤼‍♂️
🕖 5:30pm
📍 Van Meter HS
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🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
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about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Two high school wrestlers competing on a purple mat during a match in a gymnasium with wooden bleachers in the background. Boys' Wrestling Meet Day on Thursday, January 29, starting at 5:30 PM, at Van Meter HS.
2nd graders have been working on asking thought-provoking questions about a text and exploring the different ways readers answer them. 📚

Mrs. Lamoureux visited each classroom to teach a collaborative and engaging lesson about the types of questions readers ask. Thank you, Mrs. Lamoureux! ✨

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about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Teacher engaging 2nd grade students in a classroom with colorful educational posters on the walls.
2nd grade students engaged in a classroom activity sorting colorful paper cards and reading printed worksheets at a wooden table.
Van Meter 2nd grade students collaborate on a classroom activity using colored cards and worksheets at a shared table.
Congratulations to our Van Meter Student Conservation Club (VMSCC), serving students in grades 8-12, on receiving the Connie Saylor Johnson Wilderness Education Grant! 🎉

This funding will support the purchase of gear, help cover costs for the annual VMSCC Senior Trip to the Black Hills, and contribute to monthly service projects and field trips.

See additional details in this post: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D6un9qAJL/
about 1 month ago, Van Meter Schools
Van Meter's Conservation group pictured outside at sunrise by a body of water, trees, and green plants.
GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our girls and boys basketball teams in their rescheduled game against the Earlham Cardinals tonight! Go Dawgs! 🏀
🕖 5:00pm & 6:30pm
📍 Earlham HS
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/earlham
🎟️ https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/earlham/tickets
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about 2 months ago, Van Meter Schools
High school basketball player in white dribbling the ball. Basketball Game Day against Earlham on January 24 at Earlham HS.
GAMEDAY: GO DAWGS! Our wrestlers on the RRW team are wrestling at the SWAT Invite today. Best of luck! 🤼‍♀️
🕖 10:00am
📍 Atlantic HS
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about 2 months ago, Van Meter Schools
Two female wrestlers competing intensely on a mat during a girls' wrestling meet at Atlantic High School. Van Meter Girls' Wrestling Meet Day on Saturday, January 24 at 10:00 AM at Atlantic HS for the SWAT Invite.
GAMEDAY: Good luck to our boys wrestlers at the Interstate 35 tournament today! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🤼‍♂️
🕖 9:00am
📍 Interstate 35 HS
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/truro/organization/20073/interstate-35-high-school
🎟️ Cash only - $7/person
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about 2 months ago, Van Meter Schools
Two boys wrestling on a mat during a match with spectators watching in the background. Boys' Wrestling Meet Day on Saturday, January 24 at 9:00 AM at Interstate 35 HS.
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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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
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🎟️ https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/vanmeter
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about 2 months 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
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about 2 months 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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about 2 months 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.
about 2 months 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!
about 2 months 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/
about 2 months 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.
about 2 months ago, Van Meter Schools
Two preschool children wearing headphones read a colorful book in a classroom at Van Meter Elementary School's Preschool Program.