2015-2016 Boundary Changes

To respond to change in order to better serve our students and meet the needs of our schools, Des Moines Public Schools adopted new attendance areas for our elementary schools. These changes were unanimously approved by the School …

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New 2014-2015 Bell Times

DMPS has changed the arrival/dismissal times for students that go to tier C schools. What this means for Samuelson is that the student day will begin at 8:45 starting August 20th. The new dismissal time for students will …

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Samuelson Staff Talent Show

The Samuelson staff surprised students with a Staff Talent Show. There was dancing, singing, comedy, and fun for all! What a fun way to bring the year to a close.  Have a great summer, everyone!

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21st Century Summer School

Openings are still available for the second session of 21st Century Summer School. Classes are from 8:30-11:30, Monday through Friday, starting June 30th and ending July 18th. There is no school on July 4th in honor of Independence …

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DMPS Free Summer Meal Program Underway

The Des Moines Public School district is once again sponsoring a Summer Food Service Program, with many sites providing free meals to all children 18 years of age or younger. There are a total of 29 meal sites …

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Go The Distance Day

Samuelson students and staff celebrated Go the Distance Day by pledging to eat healthy and by participating in 30 minutes of movement through various dances. Everyone enjoyed the physical activity. We even had many parents join in the …

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A Big Thank You!

The Samuelson staff would like to thank our parents and community for their generosity throughout Teacher Appreciation week. Teachers were truly appreciative of the recognition they received.

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Early Registration for 2014-2015

Your early registration packet will be coming home in May. Please fill out the papers inside and return them to the office by June 2nd.  You will also need to enclose your address verification with your packet. Your …

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Samuelson Singers Performance

Samuelson Singers will be performing at Veterans Hospital on Tuesday, May 13th. Students will be able to share their talents one more time for ill or disabled veterans. Thank you to Mr. Jones for arranging this opportunity.

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