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Fairmeadows Contact Information
ADDRESS: 807 23rd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
PHONE: 515-633-6500
FAX: 515-633-6599
PRINCIPAL: Brandon Pierce
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: Leah Holcomb
COUNSELOR: Madeline Schulte
NURSE: Stacie Walther
SECRETARIES: Elizabeth Shafer, Meghen West
School Times
HOURS: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m.
EARLY OUT WEDNESDAY: 9:05 a.m.-3:10 p.m.
PRESCHOOL: 9:05-11:50 a.m. and 1:10-3:55 p.m.
News & Events
Latest News
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The West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) Board of Education will hold a special meeting to appoint a new Board member at 7 p.m. in the Community Room on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center, 3550 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines.
The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting April 13, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines.
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The April 2026 edition of the We Are ALL WDMCS District Newsletter.
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WDMCS invites children ages 2-6 and their grown-ups to Preschool Palooza 2026 on Saturday, April 25 for a day of fun, food, and friendship.
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Valley will host the ‘Burbs Art Show and Reception from 5-7 p.m. on April 9.
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Meet the February 2026 PAWSitive Impact Staff Appreciation award winners.
Upcoming Events
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Clive Learning Academy, Crestview School of Inquiry, Crossroads Park Elementary, Fairmeadows Elementary, Hillside Elementary, Indian Hills Junior High, Jordan Creek Elementary, Stilwell Junior High, V
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3650 Woodland Ave, WDM, IA 50266
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1601 Vine Street, WDM, IA 50265
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600 39th Street, WDM, IA 50265
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3550 Mills Civic Parkway
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1601 Vine Street, WDM, IA 50265
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713 8th Street, WDM, IA 50265
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807 23rd Street, WDM, IA 50265
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3650 Woodland Ave, WDM, IA 50266
Additional Resources
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Find ways you can meet other families, volunteer, and be part of our Fairmeadows community.
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Discover what your student's day is like and the academic goals for each grade level.
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Your student can eat breakfast and lunch at Fairmeadows.
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If you are interested in using bus service, please visit our Transportation page.
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Digital Backpack lists events offered by various organizations within our community.