Adult Pottery Classes

Central Academy is offering a Pottery Class for Adults starting in February. The cost is $365 per adult.  This class will cover beginning level pottery wheel skills and surfaces. You must be 18 years or older to join. No refunds. These …

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Happy New Year, Central Academy!

Dear Central Academy students and families, I’ve heard more than one person say that 2024 was a tough year.  I know I’ve felt that way, too.  I have also been circumspect in my approach to 2025–guarding my optimism …

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AP Exam Fees

The last day students can change their AP Exam order through their College Board account is November 1.  But the AP Administrator at your school can still make changes without incurring fees until November 15. After November 15 …

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Family Survey

Hello Central Academy families, Des Moines Public Schools is asking families to provide us with feedback on your perception of the experiences, environment, barriers, and safety for your children at their schools.  The results of this survey provide …

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Upcoming Lockdown Drill

Dear Central Academy period 8 students and families, A week from Friday, on November 1, at the start of period 8, we will be conducting a lockdown drill at our school complex that includes Central Academy, Central Campus, …

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Tough Times Don’t Last, But Tough People Do

Dear Central Academy students and families, My Uncle Danny passed away this month. He was 101 years old. Born in 1923, he came of age during the great depression.  As a 19 year old serving in the U.S. …

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Grading Practices at Central Academy

Dear Central Academy Students and Families, As a district, Des Moines Public Schools is working hard to improve the use of Infinite Campus as a reporting tool on student progress.  As you may have noticed, progress reports are …

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Fall Parent Conferences October 9

Dear Central Academy students and families, Parent-initiated conferences, where parents arrange to meet with teachers, will be on Wednesday, October 9.  We will have opportunities for parents to schedule phone conferences or attend during our drop-in conferences on …

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