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03-06-2025
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DMPS dedicates Stop the Bleed program to Doug Richardson
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Public School district is honoring its former public safety manager Doug Richardson, who died unexpectedly earlier this year. 'Though Doug is no longer with us, the lessons he taught and the memories we shared will remain etched in our hearts forever,' Melissa Abbott, health services manager at DMPS, said. 'I am proud to announce this is the first cabinet that has been hung at East High School, district-wide, in remembrance of Doug Richardson.' That first cabinet is part of the district's Stop the Bleed program. Richardson worked with Abbott to equip schools with Stop the Bleed kits in case of an emergency. He was also instrumental in adding Narcan and AEDs to the district's more than 60 buildings and vehicles. Julie Stauch announces run for Iowa governor Richardson's passion for public and school safety was evident throughout his career. Friends and family say Monday's dedication was a fitting tribute for him to forever be remembered at East High. 'East, I would say, was the biggest challenge to keep safe. And if there was one thing about him, he would never back down from a challenge,' Meegan Richardson, Doug's daughter, said. 'He always wanted to go straight into the problem and find a solution that benefited everyone.' East High School Principal Jill Versteeg said Richardson was always focused on the safety of students and staff. 'He would always take the chance to sit down and talk with staff members if they had concerns or they weren't sure why a policy was in place or why a system was in place,' Versteeg said. 'He was kind of my right hand to be able to do that and explain those after some pretty tragic events here.' A federal grant is helping the school district buy 184 kits to equip buildings and athletic facilities. Metro News: DMPS dedicates Stop the Bleed program to Doug Richardson Celebrated comedian bringing 2025 tour to Des Moines this fall Virtual reality arcade at Merle Hay Mall faces harsh reality How some DSM residents conserve water after CIWW reduction use request Riders share style and stories, Coolest Bike in Town show Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
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Scholastic Spotlight: GOAT Attendance Award and DMPS Art Show
We have two Scholastic Spotlights this week for impressive achievements. Crestview School of Inquiry has seen a double-digit drop in chronic absenteeism thanks to a special incentive program. Eight hundred and fifty Des Moines Public School students have their art on display for the month of March. We'll share the good news on both in this week's Scholastic Spotlight. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
