West Des Moines Community School District
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for West Des Moines Community School District.
- Buyer type:
- School District
- Location:
- West Des Moines, IA
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for West Des Moines Community School District.
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Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
West Des Moines
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
9,110
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1930930
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
13
Mascot
School mascot.
Tigers
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,259.85
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
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70 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from West Des Moines Community School District
The meeting addressed a consent agenda involving personnel matters, student trip requests, and various financial and contractual items. Key business included the payment of bills to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and the second reading of multiple policy updates. The board reviewed several facility and operational projects, including the substantial completion of the stadium video board, approval of design documents for facility renovations, and various professional service contracts for engineering and architectural work. Additionally, the board authorized several external agreements, including a memorandum of understanding with DMACC, a food bank agreement, and a snow removal services contract.
The board meeting involved the adoption of the agenda and discussions regarding TLS Visioning.
Public-sector contacts connected to West Des Moines Community School District.
The meeting featured a presentation by the principal of Western Hills Elementary, who introduced his vision, background, and commitment to student-centered decision-making and relationship-building. The Board reviewed academic data, including literacy and math proficiency goals for Western Hills, and discussed strategies for instructional improvement and social-emotional support. Additionally, the Superintendent provided an update on upcoming collaborative meetings with the City of West Des Moines and the City of Clive to discuss bond referendum challenges and partnership opportunities.
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