Additional Partnerships

The West Des Moines Police Department is proud to collaborate with local organizations and schools to provide specialized programming for our youth and business community.

Planet 7 program logo featuring a stylized 'P' and a rings of Saturn design, representing the West Des Moines Parks and Recreation 6th grade transition program.

Planet 7

Managed by West Des Moines Parks and Recreation, Planet 7 helps 6th graders transitioning to Junior High. This program focuses on:

  • Building self-esteem and meeting new friends.
  • Learning to handle peer pressure.
  • Developing time management and study skills.
  • Familiarizing students with their new school environment.

Registration: Visit the Parks and Rec registration portal to sign up.

Illustration of Safety Town, featuring a police car, school bus, and children practicing street safety on a miniature road course

Safety Town

Created by the WDMPD in 1977, Safety Town is now a West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) program.

This educational initiative introduces safety awareness to children entering Kindergarten or 1st Grade. There are also volunteer opportunities for students in grades 6-7.

Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division I-PACT logo, representing the Iowa Program for Alcohol Compliance Training.

Alcohol Compliance Training (I-PACT)

The WDMPD supports the Iowa Program for Alcohol Compliance Training (I-PACT). This program trains employees to avoid underage sales and identify intoxicated patrons.

Resources: Learn more at the Official I-PACT Website.