Minorities on the Move

Weeks is hosting an exciting 2-week summer program, “Minorities on the Move: A Look into Social Roles, Interpretations and Expectations.” The goal of this class is to reach out to minority students, opening their eyes to the prison epidemic, taking them on a literal ride through Iowa’s history using the viewpoints of African Americans and Latinos.

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WEB Training

The future 8th grade class is training to become next year’s WEB Leaders.  The WEB program assists in the transition of students from elementary to middle school.  WEB Leaders mentor and support the transitioning students throughout the year. …

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Career Day

Des Moines area higher-education instituted and community businesses visited our school for our Career Day.  Students had the opportunity to visit with a variety of booths that exhibited future career paths.  For more pictures from Career day check …

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Night at the Oscars

The 8th grade dance was a blast!  The theme was Night at the Oscars and students hit the red carpet with style. Everyone danced the night away in their finest attire.  Click on the article title to see more …

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Reading Fair

Students in Mrs. Hoyt’s classroom organized and developed a summer reading book fair for 6th grade students. Each student created a detailed project highlighting the elements of fiction through the novel of their choosing. The projects were proudly displayed and offered the audience a glimpse into the topic of the book. For project details and authors, click on the article title.

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Trip to the Capitol

8th Grade Civics students took a field trip to the Iowa State Capitol. Students toured the Capitol and meet with Rep. Bruce Hunter to discuss politics in action.  The trip was exciting and a great learning experience for …

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Soccer Season Kicks Off!

Weeks’ soccer season begins with a riveting annual Staff vs. Student game. Weeks staff members and students brought their A-game with this event. The students squeaked by with a hard-fought victory! Our Spring soccer begins and it is sure to be a great season. Check out the soccer schedule to see our boys and girls in action.

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