East High School - Des Moines

09/01/2026

Here are the Register's male Athlete of the Week candidates from the metro area for the week of Aug. 23-29.

08/07/2026

The future of our schools is taking shape, and we want to hear from you.

Join us for the Northeast Region Boundary Public Input Night to learn more about proposed attendance boundaries, Signature School enrollment opportunities, transition timelines, and plans designed to support students and families.

Your feedback will help inform the final recommendation presented to the School Board.

Monday, August 10, 2026
6:00–7:30 p.m.
East High School Auditorium
815 E. 13th Street, Des Moines

During the session, you'll have an opportunity to:

-Explore proposed boundary maps
-Use an address locator tool to see which schools would serve your family
-Share your feedback on the proposal

We encourage Northeast Region families, staff members, students, and community members to join the conversation.

07/15/2026

Our players and coaches are putting in the work! Go Scarlets! ❤️🖤

“They want to be a top football program, not just a top city program. They have sights on big things, and the formula for winning is the same everywhere. If you want to win, there’s certain things you have to do, and one of them is fuel yourself like an elite athlete," said Coach Josh DeWaard. Story link below.

05/28/2026

05/25/2026

Congratulations to our seniors! We wish you nothing but the best! ❤️🖤

East High School is well known for their long history of educating Des Moines and their motto: "For the Service of Humanity." This year they celebrated nearly 400 members of the Class of 2026 and new Scarlet graduates.

05/23/2026

Congratulations to our 62 Seal of Biliteracy Award winners for 2026! 🖤❤️🖤❤️

05/13/2026

Wow! Look what our students are creating! Beautiful!

Photos: Art students from Des Moines East work to complete a community mural project along the Carl Voss Trail in Des Moines. See link below ⬇️

📸 Cody Scanlan/The Register

02/20/2026