Winter Break Dates
Des Moines Public Schools’ Winter Break begins Wednesday, December 23rd. Students return to class on Monday, January 4th. The Park Avenue office will be closed during Winter Break. We hope you have a safe and warm break.
A Full House
Thank you to all the families who came to Park Avenue Elementary School’s first A Night for the Arts! We were pleased to have over 75% participation from our kindergarten, first and second grade classrooms. Many hours of …
Music to Our Ears
Younger elementary students joining in song at A Night for the Arts on December 10th. Thank you to Park Avenue Students, Friends, and Family for participating in our first Night for the Arts. Kindergarten, First, and Second graders’ …
Art on Display
Artwork lines the hallways in preparation for A Night for the Arts, which was held the evening of December 10th. Thank you to Park Avenue Students, Friends, and Family for participating in our first Night for the Arts. …
School Cancellation Notification
HOW TO LEARN OF WEATHER-RELATED CHANGES TO THE SCHOOL SCHEDULE: There are several ways DMPS notifies the community of weather-related cancellations, delays or early dismissals. First, it’s easy to find out directly from the school district. If you use social …
A NIght for the Arts
Please join us on December 10th from 6:00-7:30 pm at A Night for the Arts. Your K-2 student will have their artwork displayed and perform a music concert. Families and students should arrive by 6:00 pm. When you …
Drama Club Try Outs
Drama Club will be holding try outs in December for the Spring Play. Third and fourth grade students try out on Monday, December 14th from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Fourth and fifth grade students will try out on …
Thanksgiving Break
There will be NO SCHOOL November 25th, 26th and 27th in honor of Thanksgiving. Please enjoy your holiday, and travel safely.
Park Avenue Students, Teachers Honor Vets
It was an early commemoration of Veterans Day as Park Avenue Elementary School held their annual celebration on Friday. Students sang patriotic songs in the auditorium to honor their guests. Veterans were awarded with door prizes, and had an opportunity to meet their 4th and 5th grade pen pals. Click on the image to enjoy photos from the special event.
Picture Re-Take Day
PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY Picture Re-Take Day at Park Avenue will be Wednesday, November 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Students who were absent, not yet enrolled or who want a new picture taken …