KCCI Des Moines Interviews Matt Lakis
KCCI News 8 reporter, Todd Magel, met up with Principal Matt Lakis at the future site of Des Moines Prep.
During the interview, Matt shared his feelings about opening a school like Des Moines Prep. “Our kids deserve an experience like this. And I’m incredibly excited to give it to them,” Lakis said.
For more of their conversation, watch the entire clip.
GeneralDes Moines Prep is a tuition-free public charter high school opening in Fall 2025 with its inaugural 9th grade class. Additional grades will be added each year and will be a full 9-12 high school by the 2028-29 academic school year. The open enrollment public school is in Des Moines’ East Village neighborhood and is currently accepting applications. Des Moines Prep provides students and families with high-quality educational experiences, including a state-of-the-art learning facility, rigorous academics, dedicated teachers and a supportive community.
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