Welcome to the Pappajohn Scholars Institute at the John & Mary Pappajohn Education Center! The Institute is a collaborative creation between the DMHEC and the Des Moines Public Schools Central Academy Program.

   This site is your main source for information on courses, assignments, registration and instructors at Central Academy and the Institute.
 

ACADEMY UPDATES:
 

Academy Calendar For Special Dates

May 2008

5th-16th: AP Testing

21st-23rd: AP Make-ups

26th: AP Alternate Tests

 
Academy Prepares for AP Exams

LOCATION AND TIME CHANGES FOR AP    TESTS

Due to construction traffic in the Pappajohn area, AP testing will be held at DMACC Urban Campus at 9th and University. 

Click here for full details and transportation instructions.  Click here for AP testing rules and directions.

Click here for the complete exam schedule.

Need help preparing for exams?  The College Board website has some tips! 
Click here for more information.

If you have further questions or need information on payment, please contact
Katie Wickiser at 515-235-4625.

Central Academy Students Qualify for State History Day
Visit our General Information page to see more!


Academy Science Bowl Team Takes 2nd Place at Iowa State University Science Bowl

 
DMPS Announces AP Scholars 2007

Central Academy Places 7th in National Math Competition