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Monday 7:30am - 3:30pm Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm Wednesday 7:30am - 3:30pm Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Woodland Hills Elementary School

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Woodland Hills Elementary, part of Waukee CSD, is where students are empowered to lead, grow, & thrive.

We are proud Waukee Warriors within the West Des Moines city limits. Follow along to see the joy, fun, & learning and why families .

09/02/2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Mrs. Miller!

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Miller to the Woodland Hills family as our new Building Secretary! Mrs. Miller brings a diverse background in website development, education, and school administration, along with a passion for creating a welcoming experience for every student, family, and staff member who walks through our doors. We are excited for her to be one of the friendly faces greeting our Woodland Hills community each day. Help us give Mrs. Miller a warm Woodland Hills welcome!

08/31/2026

Meet the Teacher!
Please welcome our new special education teacher to the Hills! Ms. Appeldorn student-taught in our building and also did a long-term maternity substitute in our building last spring. We are excited to have her back!!

08/29/2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Ms. Wormsley!

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Peyton Wormsley to the Woodland Hills family as our newest Kindergarten teacher! A proud Waukee alumna and Iowa State graduate, Ms. Wormsley is excited to return to the district that inspired her to become an educator. She brings enthusiasm, kindness, and a passion for creating a welcoming classroom where our youngest learners can grow, explore, and thrive. Help us give Ms. Wormsley a warm Woodland Hills welcome!

08/27/2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Mrs. Hesse!
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Emily Hesse to the Woodland Hills 4th grade team! With more than a decade of elementary teaching experience, Mrs. Hesse is excited to be back in the 4th grade classroom, where she loves inspiring students through science, social studies, and hands-on learning. Her passion for education, curiosity, and commitment to helping students grow make her a wonderful addition to our Woodland Hills family. Help us give Mrs. Hesse a warm Woodland Hills welcome!

08/25/2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Mrs. Gillotti!

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Elli Gillotti to Woodland Hills as our new Assistant Principal! Mrs. Gillotti brings a wealth of experience in elementary education, family engagement, and educational leadership, along with a passion for building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families. We know her dedication, enthusiasm, and heart for kids will make a positive impact on our school community. Help us give Mrs. Gillotti a warm Woodland Hills welcome!

08/22/2026

So fun to get a visit from the Waukee Cheer Team and WD alums!💜💛

08/19/2026

WELCOME BACK STAFF AND STUDENTS!

We have missed you all so much over the summer. Come see us at open house Thursday August 20 from 4-6 pm.

We can’t wait to see you all August 24 for our first day of school. We are excited for the 2026-2027 school year.

Comment below who your teacher is!💜💛

08/12/2026

Our new teacher crew is here! 🍎

They officially kicked off the 2026-27 school year with the Waukee Welcome this week. During the event, they learned about our District, listened to the superintendent, and participated in team-building activities.

08/10/2026

We’re Hiring at Woodland Hills!

We’re looking for Special Education and Lunch & Recess Associates to join the Woodland Hills team! If you enjoy working with kids and want to be part of our Woodland Hills team, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested or have questions? Contact Assistant Principal Mrs. Gillotti at [email protected].

Come join the Woodland Hills family and work with the best team!

08/05/2026

The first shipment of our new Illustrative Math books is here!

Every elementary school in our District will begin using this new math curriculum this fall. Teachers who piloted the learning last year saw great results, with students becoming more engaged, thinking more deeply, and strengthening their problem-solving skills.

Be sure to ask your child about it when the school year gets underway! ✏️

Address

1120 S 95th Street
West Des Moines, IA
50266

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+15159875196

Website

https://www.waukeeschools.org/schools/woodland-hills-elementary/

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