Labor Day is Sept. 5th
There will be no school on Labor Day, Monday, September 5, 2016. Please celebrate the achievements of the front-line workers in building this country.
Volunteering at Park Avenue
Park Avenue staff rely on volunteers for chaperoning field trips, running events at Field Day, helping with literacy activities, organizing classroom celebrations, maintaining the garden and more. Working together, we can continue to make Park Avenue a school …
Meet the Teacher Night
Join us on Monday, August 22nd from 5:00 – 6:30 pm to kick off the school year at Meet the Teacher Night! Staff will be in the hallways with class lists to direct you to your students’ classrooms. …
Get Help with Online Registration
Online Registration for has begun; go to your Parent Portal Account to register your children for the 2016-2017 Academic Year! Look in your Messages for the registration link. For students with more than one household, the parent listed as ‘primary’ is …
FREE Back to School Physicals
Make an appointment for your children to receive a FREE back to school or sports physical. Des Moines University will be offering free physicals at North High School on Thursday, July 21st from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. and …
2016-2017 School Supply List
The Park Avenue School Supply List for next year has been published! Look under the PARENTS tab above to access the list, or stop by the Park Avenue Office for a printed copy. Happy School Shopping!
Summer Assistance for Families in Need
If you have summer food, health or clothing needs, Des Moines Public Schools and Polk County have resources for you. From immunizations to free meals, clothing to utility payments, you’ll find a list of places where help can be found. For a list of DMPS no-cost summer meal locations and times, and to learn more about other available resources, click on the headline.
June 2nd is the Last Day of School!
The last day of school for DMPS elementary schools is June 2nd. Elementary students will be fed lunch before going home. Park Avenue will dismiss at noon.
5th Grade Recognition Ceremony on May 31st
The 5th Grade Recognition Ceremony will take place in the auditorium from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31st. Family members are encouraged to come celebrate the achievements of this class as they complete their time at …
Park Avenue Night at the Zoo
Your entire family is invited to the PTA-sponsored Park Avenue Night at the Zoo! Join us on Friday, May 27th from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. for FREE admission, train rides and carousel rides. The Safari Grill will be …