Our students have been planning, preparing and experimenting for months. Now all of their hard work is put to the test as scientists, engineers, teachers and college students ask students to defend their findings.

7th Grade students worked together in friendly competition for a student designed Service Learning Project. Advisory classes brought in their change for the Penny War! Together we raised nearly $200 to donate to the Animal Rescue League.

Students and staff at Weeks honored our brave veterans and soldiers. Our school chorus performed patriotic songs and students wrote thank you cards to veterans. As a final honor students wore red, white and blue colors to form …

Free tutoring is available for Weeks students after school on Thursdays. Students will receive tutoring in foundational math and informational literacy skills. Click on the article link to register your student for this opportunity to learn and grow.

Students in Ms. Heinrichs 6th Grade Science class problem solve and work together to complete simple experiments to unlock combination locks and break out. Team work, communication and problem solving are essential skills for academic and career success. Here at Weeks we Think Deeply. Solve Problems. Work Together. #weeksmeanssuccess

Help raise money for activities and resources here at Weeks.  Bring in your Box Tops or send them with your student. Every little bit helps provide funding for classroom projects and student activities. We also accept Coca-Cola Give …

Our students have enough to carry around! Opportunities in the community will now be available via Virtual Backpack for Des Moines Public Schools. Read about student-friendly community events and opportunities, or post a flyer of your own. Click on the headline to read more about Virtual Backpack.

Get ready for back to school with this year’s school supply lists. Click on the article or the Parent’s tab to view the lists.

Before starting 7th grade in the fall, students must meet a new mandatory state vaccination requirement. Students without proof of a meningitis vaccination or an exemption will not be allowed to attend classes in the fall. As of Aug. 1, 20% of incoming Weeks 7th grade students do not have the vaccination. Click the headline to read more about what is needed, and where students can find assistance meeting this requirement.

World Food Festival and Education Presentation on May 2nd from 4-7 pm hosted by Dream 2 Teach. Students will make presentations and sell food from around the world. The event raises money for school supplies for schools in …