Campaign Overview

Build Today | Plan for Tomorrow

As we look at the opportunities ahead for Des Moines Christian School, we are reminded that the Lord has faithfully provided our school exactly what was needed at just the right time. In our 75+ year history, we have experienced God’s incredible provision, all for His glory. Our work today builds on the efforts of those who came before us and we now step forward with confidence, trusting that the Lord will continue to guide and provide for our school.   

The Build Today I Plan for Tomorrow campaign for Des Moines Christian School is a multi-year plan that will benefit every student while establishing a bold vision for the future. Today begins now with one new high school building. This building will serve as the foundation for a high school campus and is the beginning of our vision for Tomorrow—a campus that will one day include athletic fields, community gathering spaces, and additional innovative learning environments.

Phase 1 - Land Acquisition (complete)

Land Acquisition - $7M

Thanks to God’s gracious provision, the 104 acres of farmland for the high school campus was purchased in 2024 with a gift from a generous donor. The land is located less than one mile north of the current campus. 

Phase 2 - High School Building

First High School Building - $65M

Purposefully-designed and built facilities will support our academic programs and student activities while providing an exceptional high school experience on a new campus. This expansion allows for continued growth in high school enrollment and creates additional capacity for elementary and middle school programs, when high school students move to their new building.

Future Phases

Implementing the Master Site Plan

Our master planning process has allowed us to consider a campus that develops the whole person. We believe there is an opportunity to continue to develop academic, athletic, fine arts, and worship spaces that will allow us to deliver our mission with even deeper excellence in the coming years.

A Future of Excellence

DMC aspires to be a leader in the movement of Christian education, pursuing both academic excellence and spiritual formation for our students. Our Board of Trustees remains committed to providing Christian education for future generations while preserving our mission of equipping minds and nurturing hearts to impact the world for Christ. 

A Legacy of Faith

DMC will continue to nurture the hearts of our students through our Bible program, service projects, and Biblical integration into all subject areas. We will continue to pursue excellence in “equipping minds” by hiring exceptional educators, offering a robust curriculum at all grade levels, and providing the appropriate facilities needed to meet the needs of our academic program and our student activities.

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Build Today | Plan for Tomorrow is shaping a future where every student can thrive.  This vision can only be accomplished through the faithful generosity of the entire DMC community, including parents, alumni, grandparents, and staff. Let's do this together!

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