Yup, I'm a fan of the Jane Adams Playfields. I've got to hand it to the SPS as they for the most…read morepart were forthright in their planning and execution of building the combination of fields. The west field is used for soccer, softball, LAX. The public restroom is generally pretty clean. The east field is used for soccer and LAX. Both fields are used frequently by the various sports clubs in the area. Both fields are astroturfed for 365 days a year utilization. There's a playscape/jungle jim for the tiny tots on the north side of the fields in between them and the school. The north field is not as well maintained but is used for day soccer. It's a great way to catch a FREE sporting event and to get off the couch and the comfort of your home (hint). You can also run across the street to the Nathan Hale High School track and run a few laps too if you prefer.

The school administration and the staff have showed nothing but arrogance towards parents one the…read moreworst run schools I've ever seen summit was better.the only thing the school has going for it is it's fields.

Hello! I am a PSCS alum, and a current member of the PSCS board, which I joined recently after…read morehaving been in touch with community members for many years after I left the school. Truly a testament to the long-lasting connections I made here. PSCS provided me with the unique opportunity to lean away from perfectionism, and lean into the hard, but rewarding, process of collaboration and community care. It was also a place for me to challenge ideas and ideals that I might not otherwise have confronted until adulthood: I found space to explore my own identities, to have discussions about race and class, and to ask important questions about my place and role in the world. Most importantly, PSCS helped me unearth a deep joy that is so easy to lose hold of during those tumultuous teen years. And I learned how to continue to spark that joy, far beyond my time at the school. If everyone could experience a taste of the warmth, tenacity, creativity and joy that PSCS brings, I am confident that we would be better listeners; better community members; and would be more grounded in our own identities. And in these times, a PSCS is not only a beautiful space, but a necessary one. As the Department of Education faces massive threats from the current administration, it is more important than ever that we- and especially our young people- have the opportunity to think critically, to explore identity and intersectionality, and to practice radical love and care. I hope that more families will take this small leap of faith; the reward is truly unimaginable. Warmly, Avery

Our family's time at PSCS was nothing short of a gift--one we continue to be profoundly grateful…read morefor. The impact of this incredible school on my son's life has been lasting and transformative. Since graduating, he has traveled the world, performed music on stages both big and small, taken on a leadership role at a local semi-professional soccer club, and excelled in his first year of college. But more than his accomplishments, it's how he moves through the world that stands out--a reflection of the values he cultivated at PSCS. Wherever my son goes, he builds community. He leads with integrity, engages with courage, and fosters meaningful connections. These aren't just skills he picked up--they're values he internalized during his time at PSCS. I cannot overstate how deeply this school influenced the way he chooses to engage with his life, take responsibility for his choices, and connect with others. As a parent, I always knew my son was surrounded by a caring, supportive community of adults who genuinely saw him for who he was and who he could become. His teachers held an image of his best self and gently but firmly guided him toward that potential. PSCS gave him the freedom to explore, the courage to take risks, and the safety to grapple with tough questions. He experienced joy, had brave conversations, and learned what it means to live authentically. The maturity and leadership I see in my son--and in every PSCS graduate--comes from the trust, responsibility, and respect this school extends to its students. Adolescence is such a critical time for young people as they shape their identities and discover how they want to impact the world. At PSCS, this process is nurtured with care, intention, and a commitment to creating empowered, compassionate individuals--the kind of people our world desperately needs more of. I stayed on as a board member after my son graduated because I believe so strongly in the mission of PSCS. It's more important than ever that schools like this continue to thrive, serving new cohorts of young people seeking to find their place in the world. PSCS doesn't just educate students; it empowers them to live boldly, work collaboratively, and build a better future.

I went here for 4 years after essentially having no other choice. It was either here or Ingraham…read more Some of the teachers are OK, some teachers got fired.... Hey, I guess it happens (he had tenure, so it took a while to get him out). I decided after two years to do running start because I was bored with high school and its routines. I wish I had more to say, but I just feel so "meh" about my high school experience

What can I say? This school was my whole life! The teachers here are super engaging and very fun to…read moretalk to if you get to know them a little bit. Everyone is so welcoming here regardless of anything!

So not actually having a child enrolled in this school MAY mess with my ability to accurately judge…read morethe quality of this school....but my rating is as a spectator. Midway Elementary has two of the best playgrounds in DesMoines! A fantastic overall facility, and sits right next-door to Mt. Rainer HS's facility,track, pools, gym, tennis courts & more. I'd say that if my kids weren't in private school, they'd be in this school, for sure. (p.s. I've heard a lot of positive feedback from parents who's kids actually go here!)

I,went to school in the Shoreline School Disterect and it was gr8t!! Their really, really, gr8t…read more The Teacher's, sport's programs etc.

Amazing Experience!…read more My daughter attended the summer program to make up credits at Spring Academy and we couldn't be happier. From our first meeting and tour of the school, I felt so much support and really sensed that they understand teens today. The principal, Andy Smallman, took his time to describe how the program and classes worked at Spring Academy, and I was very impressed with how he was able to connect with my daughter. Over the course of the two-month program, my daughter really enjoyed her teacher, Hailey, and really appreciated the one-on-one component of the school. She was able to make up the credits needed and is now attending her senior year at her public school to graduate with her friends. I highly recommend Spring Academy and can't thank them enough for the support we received.

Unique, effective, personalized learning in an accredited, state-approved independent private…read moreschool.

I visited the center yesterday to have my two kids complete the initial academic assessment. I was…read moretold that they would call if my children finished early. I was waiting at a coffee shop a few doors down. I returned 20 minutes prior to the end of my kid's appointment to find my seven year old who has ADHD and other delays waiting alone in the waiting room with no adult. I sat with her for several minutes before anyone returned. When I spoke to the employee she told me it was "safe" for children to be unsupervised in their lobby. I completely disagree and I am so thankful that nothing happened to my daughter. I would not recommend this center!

The learning materials helped me to persistently study for months and practice tests were helpful…read morein the sense of mirroring the actual tests in preparation.

My son absolutely loves going to this preschool!! I am glad that we stumbled upon them…read more The schools location is great, very close to the waterfront and other businesses. There are many great spots to get lunch after preschool is over. The staff members are very kind and accommodating. This is a co op preschool, so you're encouraged to attend with your kiddos. You can obviously drop them off, but you are urged to have one day where you stay and help work around the classroom. I have two kids, one who is four months old. I was scared that I wouldn't be able to bring her with me, or I would have to leave my son in the class alone. I was told that I am welcome to bring her along, I just had to make sure she was in a baby carrier. We have been attending for a few weeks now, and so far I've learned a few things about my son. He isn't as shy as I thought he was, he learns new things super quickly and he enjoys making new friends. I am very curious to see how different he will be at the end of the school year. I like how parents are encouraged to help the teacher with all aspects of learning. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're ready to have your kids go to preschool. Everyone here is so nice, and the activities are super fun.