Meredith Competes at City-Wide Track Meet

Students from Meredith and all of Des Moines Public Schools’ middle schools competed at the City-Wide Track & Field Meet on April 25. Beautiful weather and a big crowd of family and friends cheered on the student-athletes. Click the photo to see more images from the event.

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International Focus at Hoover, Meredith

From its annual diversity assembly to the International Baccalaureate expo, the campus of Hoover High School and Meredith Middle School celebrated global students and global education on Thursday. Click on the image to read and see more of how the two schools mark their pride in students from around the world and the impact of a world-class education.

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Hour of Code

HOUR OF CODE Nearly 1,000 students from Moore Elementary, Meredith Middle School and Hoover High School tested their computer coding abilities during the Global Hour of Code event.  Last week, students took time to learn the basics of …

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Meredith Students Rally for Teacher’s Son

It’s tough get up and doing your business as usual when you know your son is facing tests to determine the extent of the cancer that was recently diagnosed. But that’s what Meredith Middle School 7th grade science teacher Gary Morris had on his mind when he got to school today. To rally his spirits and show support for his son, 7th graders at Meredith gathered for a group photo and a message of hope. Click the image to read more.

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High Tech Meets the Road at Meredith

It was Back to the Future Day, and Meredith Middle School marked the occasion with a visit and demonstration of the University of Iowa’s semi-autonomous car, getting a first-hand look at where high technology is literally meeting the road. Click the photo to read and see more about a lesson that would have made Marty McFly and Dr. Emmett Brown proud.

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College Visits for 8th Grade

All Meredith 8th grade students will visit a college or university on Thursday, October 29.  Thanks to the Gear-Up Iowa program, we have been able to increase our students’ awareness of higher education opportunities.  This is all part …

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Spring Break Trip to Washington, DC

Plans are in the works for a trip to Washington, DC as well as historic Philadelphia during the 2016 spring break for DMPS 8th grade and high school students. For interested parents and students, please click the photo to learn more about this fun and educational opportunity including information on costs, application forms, schedules and more.

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Intramurals Begin for 6th Graders

All sixth grade students who register are welcome to join Meredith’s Intramural Program.  Mr. Buchan, 6th Grade Individuals & Societies teacher, will be the sponsor.  Intramurals will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 2:40 – …

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