Ezra and Jacob honored at this years Luther T. Glanton, Jr. student Achievement Banquet. The Student Achievement Banquet recognizes African American males in first through 12th grades. It is named after Luther T. Glanton, Jr. who was the …

The Perkins fifth graders we treated a truly unique experience. They saw Black Violin (@blackviolin), a musical group consisting of two violinists. Each one has been playing since they were in fifth grade, and have been together as …

This year marked the 21st year of the Junior Duck Stamp Competition. According to the Fish and Wildlife Service, “the Junior Duck Stamp is a pictorial stamp produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to recognize the …

Perkins Academy’s First Annual Culture Fair was an adventure second to none! Students and their families travelled to five different countries on a two-hour flight piloted by our very own Mr. Koss. They stopped at Burma, Southern Sudan, …

Save The Date: 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony Time Change The 5th grade promotion ceremony will begin at 10:45 AM in the Perkins Gymnasium on Friday, May 30th.  A reception with treats for family and friends will follow. Why …

Over the weekend, the Perkins Honor Choir sang at the Des Moines Civc Center to showcase their skills. Each student had to audition for the choir. Their members include Anna Bright, Malia Butts, Georgia Page, Eleanor Reynolds, Anok …