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Fairmeadows Contact Information
Adress: 807 23rd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Phone: 515-633-6500
Principal: Shannon Campbell
Assistant Principal: Lindsay Thilges
Counselor: Madeline Schulte
Nurse: Stacie Walther
Secretaries: Elizabeth Shafer, Meghen West
School Times
Hours: 9:05 a.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Early Out Wednesdays: 9:05 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.
Tiger Cubs Preschool: 9:05-11:50 a.m. and 1:10-3:55 p.m.
News & Events
Latest News
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The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting Oct. 12, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines.
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Meet the May 2026 PAWSitive Impact Staff Appreciation award winners.
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Congratulations to the seven Valley High School seniors named 2027 National Merit® Scholarship Program Semifinalists.
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Valley High School inducted six members to the school’s Hall of Honor at a ceremony Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Staplin Performing Arts Center.
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WDMCS is expanding its Tiger Cubs Preschool offerings with the launch of a new 3-year-old preschool option for the 2026-27 school year.
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WDMCS welcomes 16 administrators new to the district or in new roles for the 2026-27 school year.
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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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Find Out More
about Nutrition for Your Student's Wellbeing
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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.