Des Moines Public Schools launches huge plan to reshape district. Some schools will close.

DMPS could close 7 schools under a new district plan, here's which ones they're considering

Des Moines Public Schools unveiled a 10-year plan Tuesday that includes restructuring grade levels and creating multiple 'signature schools' with special programming tailored to student-specific interests.

DMPS strategic plan includes school closures, expanded pre-K, and signature schools

DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines Public Schools shared details Tuesday of the district's 10-year "Reimagining Education, Reinvigorating Schools" strategic plan during the State of the Schools address. The plan includes closing schools while consolidating others. The district hopes to bring world-class education to each Des Moines student and is prioritizing expanding full-day preschool access to four-year-olds. Currently, the district has four pre-…

St. Landry Parish School Consolidation and Repurposing Plan Sparks Concerns

The idea to consolidate and repurpose schools in St. Landry Parish is quickly becoming a reality, though not without controversy. Superintendent Milton Batiste has laid out a plan for several schools across St.Landry Parish, a plan that has left parents, including the mayor of Washington, feeling disappointed and overwhelmed with anxiety.Batiste addressed the concerns, acknowledging that change can be difficult, especially when people are accust…

Des Moines Public Schools launches huge plan to reshape district. Some schools will close.

Des Moines Public Schools announced a 10-year plan for how it plans to revamp education on Tuesday.

School closures, consolidation part of Des Moines Public Schools 10-year plan

Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts discussed declining enrollment as a catalyst for closing some schools and consolidating others into Signature Schools.