New or Returning to DMPS? Start Here.

If you are new to Â鶹¹û¶³ Moines Public Schools – or returning after time away – please contact the DMPS Welcome Center to enroll your student(s):

Location: 1000 Porter Avenue
Phone: 515-242-7371
Email: kindergarten@dmschools.org

Welcome Center Hours

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Closed for 30 minutes around noon for lunch
Fridays (through August 8): Email support only
Closed: Thursday, July 17 and Friday, July 18

What You’ll Need to Enroll

Please bring the following required documents when enrolling your student:

  • Parent/guardian photo ID
  • Proof of address (see accepted documents below)
  • Student’s immunization records
  • Student’s birth certificate or other proof of birth

Accepted Proof of Address Documents
Provide one of the following:

  • Utility bill or confirmation of services (dated within the last 60 days)
  • Lease or notarized statement from landlord
  • Purchase agreement or mortgage statement
  • Property tax statement
  • Printout from Polk County Assessor verifying property ownership
  • Vehicle registration
  • DHS paperwork
  • Shelter Stay verification

If you’re living with someone else:
You must submit a notarized statement from that person confirming that you and your child(ren) live there, including their name and address. Also include one of the accepted documents listed above in that person’s name.

Age Requirements

Kindergarten: Child must be 5 years old on or before September 15, 2025

First Grade: Child must be 6 years old on or before September 15, 2025
A parent or guardian must be present to provide the child’s birth certificate or other proof of birth.

Immunization Requirements (Â鶹¹û¶³ Law)

All students must provide a certificate of immunization showing they have received:

  • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP)
  • Polio
  • Measles and Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B
  • Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) – Preschool/daycare only

Additional Requirements:

  • Students who lived outside the U.S. in the past 12 months must show proof of tuberculosis status (Mantoux test preferred).
  • Religious exemptions to immunization are allowed with proper documentation.

Physical Exams

Â鶹¹û¶³ Moines Public Schools requests a physical examination for all new students, especially when entering:

  • Preschool or Kindergarten
  • 3rd Grade
  • 6th Grade
  • 9th Grade

Forms for physicals and immunizations are available at all DMPS schools.

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