Valley Southwoods Freshman High School

Valley Southwoods Freshman High School Valley Southwoods Freshman High School is part of the West Des Moines Community School District. We serve all fresman students in the district.

Valley Southwoods Freshman High School opened in the fall of 1997 to serve students in their first year of high school. Students begin the year with a "fresh start" and learn habits to help them succeed in their first year of high school and beyond. Students get to know each other and their teachers well, they have varied opportunities to practice leadership, and they are encouraged to participate

in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Teachers provide high-quality instruction with the unique needs of ninth graders in mind. They create lessons that are relevant and challenging. They provide support to help all students learn. Freshman students enroll in four core area full-credit courses, physical education, and at least one elective course each semester. They are assigned to an interdisciplinary team area in which three or four of their core courses will be located:
• General Science
• Geographic Cultural Studies
• Language and Literature
• Mathematics (Basic Math 9, Algebra A, Algebra B, or Geometry)

Eligible students may take advanced courses in one or more core areas to meet the course requirements in our "Accelerated Pathways" program.

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Thursday, Feb. 20. Debido a las severa...
02/19/2025

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Thursday, Feb. 20.

Debido a las severas condiciones climáticas del invierno, todas las escuelas de nuestro distrito comenzarán dos horas más tarde jueves 20 de febrero de 2025.

Thursday, February 20, nikhua chiat caah WDMCS sianginn suimilam 2 tlaideuh ah sianginn kai a si lai.

تأخير لمدة ساعتين يوم الخميس 20 فبراير.

ክልተ ሳዓት ደንግዩ ለካቲት 20 ክጅምር አዩ።

Kuchelewa masaa mawili, Februari 20.

Learn more/aprender más/Tamdeuh in zoh: https://discover.wdmcs.org/alert.

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Tuesday, Feb. 18. Debido a las severas...
02/17/2025

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Debido a las severas condiciones climáticas del invierno, todas las escuelas de nuestro distrito comenzarán dos horas más tarde martes 18 de febrero de 2025.

Tuesday, February 18, nikhua chiat caah WDMCS sianginn suimilam 2 tlaideuh ah sianginn kai a si lai.

تأخير لمدة ساعتين يوم الثلاثاء 18 فبراير

ክልተ ሳዓት ደንግዩ ለካቲት 18 ክጅምር አዩ።

Kuchelewa masaa mawili, Februari 18.

Learn more/aprender más/Tamdeuh in zoh: https://discover.wdmcs.org/alert.

Because of severe winter weather conditions, there is no school Wednesday, Feb. 12. Debido a las severas condiciones cl...
02/11/2025

Because of severe winter weather conditions, there is no school Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Debido a las severas condiciones climáticas del invierno, todas las escuelas de nuestro distrito están cerradas Miércoles 12 de febrero.

Nikhua chiat ruangah kan district sianginn dihlak Nithumni, Feb. 12 khar asi.
لا توجد مدرسة 12 فبراير

ትምህርቲ የ ለን ለካቲት 12 ።

Hakuna shule Februari 12.

Learn more/Aprender más/Tamdeuh in zoh: https://discover.wdmcs.org/alert.

Due to deteriorating weather conditions, schools will dismiss early today. All after-school and evening activities and c...
02/05/2025

Due to deteriorating weather conditions, schools will dismiss early today. All after-school and evening activities and classes are canceled.

Debido al deterioro de las condiciones climáticas, las escuelas cerrarán temprano hoy. Todas las clases y actividades después de la escuela han sido canceladas.

Nikhua a chiat caah nihin Wednesday, Feb. 5, tuandeuh tin.

الطرد المبكر

ተመሃሮ ኣቐዲሞም ክፋነዉ አዮም።

Kuondoka shule masaa

Learn more/aprender más en https://discover.wdmcs.org/alert.

Congratulation to our Valley Southwoods Tigers of the Month for December 2024 / January 2025. These student exemplified ...
02/04/2025

Congratulation to our Valley Southwoods Tigers of the Month for December 2024 / January 2025. These student exemplified our 4CP Traits of being a Continuous Learner, Collaborator, Communicator, Critcal Thinker and Professional. These students will be invited to our Tiger of the Month Breakfast at the end of the school year as well. Way to go Tigers!!!

Celebrating Black history, today and every day!🟥⬛️🟩 This month, and always, we honor the incredible contributions, resil...
02/01/2025

Celebrating Black history, today and every day!

🟥⬛️🟩 This month, and always, we honor the incredible contributions, resilience, and achievements of Black individuals who have shaped our world.

🎉 The Tiger Gala is back! 🎉Join us for a night of fun, entertainment, and giving back to the West Des Moines Community S...
01/21/2025

🎉 The Tiger Gala is back! 🎉

Join us for a night of fun, entertainment, and giving back to the West Des Moines Community School District! 🐾 The WDMCS Foundation's Tiger Gala is happening Saturday, February 15, at the Rewind Hotel in West Des Moines, IA. ✨

🎟️ Tickets are available now at WDMCSFoundation.org! Get ready for an incredible auction, and remember, donations are still being accepted! ✨ If you’re interested in contributing, please email [email protected].

All proceeds go toward supporting CORE initiatives within the district, making a huge difference for students and educators. 🙌🏼 We are 100% volunteer-run, so every penny counts! 💙

Mark your calendars and get your tickets today! 📅 Let's make this year’s Tiger Gala the best yet! 🐯

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Tuesday, Jan. 21. Learn more/aprender ...
01/20/2025

Because of severe weather conditions, all WDMCS schools will start two hours late Tuesday, Jan. 21. Learn more/aprender más en https://discover.wdmcs.org/alert.

Debido a las severas condiciones climáticas, todas las escuelas de WDMCS comenzarán el martes, 21 de enero, con dos horas de retraso.

Tuesday, Jan. 21, nikhua a chiat caah kan district sianginn vialte suimilam 2 tlaideuhah sianginn kai a si lai.

تنبيه الطقس القاسي
بداية متأخرة

ሕማቕ ኩነታት ኣየር: ክልተ ሳዓት ደንግዩ ክጅምር አዩ።

Tahadhari ya hali ya hewa kali: Kuchelewa masaa mawili

⚖️ "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at t...
01/20/2025

⚖️ "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Let's honor The King's legacy by working towards a more just and equitable world for all.

We had the best year HERE in 2024, because of YOU!Thank you for all of your support of everything we do at WDMCS. With y...
01/01/2025

We had the best year HERE in 2024, because of YOU!

Thank you for all of your support of everything we do at WDMCS. With your help, 2025 will be even better!

⚽ The Valley High School - WDMCS boys soccer team is accepting your new or gently-used soccer equipment to benefit yout...
12/23/2024

⚽ The Valley High School - WDMCS boys soccer team is accepting your new or gently-used soccer equipment to benefit youth players in the district. The team will collect donations of jerseys, soccer balls, cleats, socks, goalie gear, and equipment bags. To make arrangements for your donation, contact soccer coach Aziz Haffar at [email protected].

❄️Have a great break - we'll see you in 2025!
12/20/2024

❄️Have a great break - we'll see you in 2025!

Congratulation to our Valley Southwoods Tigers of the Month for November 2024. These student exemplified our 4CP Traits ...
12/03/2024

Congratulation to our Valley Southwoods Tigers of the Month for November 2024. These student exemplified our 4CP Traits of being a Continuous Learner, Collaborator, Communicator, Critcal Thinker and Professional. These students will be invited to our Tiger of the Month Breakfast at the end of the school year as well. Way to go Tigers!!!

🍁 We made it to Fall Break! Take this time to relax and unwind. We’ll see you when you get back!
11/27/2024

🍁 We made it to Fall Break! Take this time to relax and unwind. We’ll see you when you get back!

WHAT’S GREAT TODAY? Valley Engineering Tech hosting First Lego League regional qualifying event with First Tech Challeng...
11/23/2024

WHAT’S GREAT TODAY?
Valley Engineering Tech hosting First Lego League regional qualifying event with First Tech Challenge, 50 teams total, grades 3-12!

What are you doing tonight!? We’re playing for a state championship! !
11/23/2024

What are you doing tonight!? We’re playing for a state championship! !

Address

625 S 35th Street
West Des Moines, IA
50265

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

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WATCH the amazing story of Valley Southwoods Freshman High School HEROES Zaniyah Smith and Nevaeh Voshell. The pair was in study hall when their teacher started choking. Without hesitation, they sprung into action. 🎥 Courtesy of KCCI News

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