Internal Data Requests:
(DMPS Employees Only)

Internal requests for data or new report requests are prioritized and managed through this form.

Who Should Complete this Form?
  • Current DMPS Employees seeking data or reports not for research, but for use in the day-to-day operations of their school or department
  • DMPS BLUE/PURPLE/GREEN contracts needing data for class assignments not related to Capstone or Thesis research.
Request a New Qualtrics Form
DMPS employees needing a Qualtrics form for survey, assessment, or other operational support can request that here.

Conducting Research or Surveying in Des Moines Public Schools:
(DMPS Employees, Students, & External Researchers)

The DMPS Assessment, Data, and Evaluation office reviews all internal and external requests to conduct research or survey in the district. All applicants must complete the research & survey application before approval. 
*Expect up to 2 weeks to process your request*

Completed Executive Summaries for approved projects should be sent to [email protected].

Who Should Complete this Form?
  • Current DMPS Employees conducting research of any type at DMPS
    • This includes research required by coursework (ex: BLUE/PURPLE/GREEN Contract Capstone), but is not limited to it.
  • External researchers who wish to use DMPS data in a research study.​
  • Any person or entity wishing to conduct a student survey in DMPS.
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*DMPS reserves the right to prioritize internal research and requests that align to district strategic priorities*