Willowbrook Elementary

We’re so excited that your kindergartner is coming to Southeast Polk!  We have eight amazing elementary buildings across the district filled with talented and passionate staff who are trained to provide your child with an incredible educational...

Willowbrook students went on a worldwide tour today! Culture Day 2023 was a fun and engaging way to learn about a variety of different cultures from professional presenters. Southeast Polk celebrates the diversity of our students, many...

There is some exciting news coming out of Willowbrook…… next week we will host a Virtual Spirit Week! See above for all of the details on how your child can join in on the fun. We can’t...

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National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. The special week honoring them provides recognition for those who implement comprehensive school counseling...

From basketball to volleyball and even baking –  Willowbrook Elementary recently launched a new after-school intramural program for Willowbrook students!  Willowbrook Principal, Nathan Ballagh, shared, “At Willowbrook, we want to make sure our students have the opportunity...

Several of the Southeast Polk elementary buildings organized a special day today for the special people in their lives – grandparents!  The students sang and read to them, worked on crafts and puzzles together and enjoyed just...

Fall 2019 Grant Recipients The Southeast Polk Education Foundation has completed its fall grant cycle.  Seven recipients within the Southeast Polk School District have received grants totaling $42,568. Willowbrook Elementary STEM Innovation Center $5,000 was awarded for...

Although Monday’s 2-hour late start prevented some schools from being able to hold their Veteran Day events, Willowbrook was able to honor our veterans during its afternoon assembly. Family members from all branches of the military were...

New this year, Willowbrook Elementary is launching a student leadership program that allows students to fill job roles of interest to them within the building.  The program helps to build a positive culture where students feel empowered...

Des Moines Register Names Southeast Polk Community School District  5 Time Winner of the Top Workplaces Award  Southeast Polk Community School District has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2019 honor by the Des Moines Register for the...

Student Assistance at Southeast Polk Southeast Polk schools partners with Employee and Family Resources to provide3 supports for students. Established in 1964, Employee & Family Resources (EFR) is a non-profit human services organization in Des Moines, Iowa....