Petition against new graduation expectations.

Recent signers:
Leyna Exner and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

We are class of 2026. We are getting told that  a new expectation of only allowing 10 people allowed to be at our graduation ceremony. The Des Moines Public Schools created this new rule. In all of our years we had more teachers than we are allowed tickets. Many students have family members who are coming down from all around the world to watch their families/friends walk the stage. We need your help to attempt to put a stop in this, everyone’s voice matters, and together we may make this change. 

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Recent signers:
Leyna Exner and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

We are class of 2026. We are getting told that  a new expectation of only allowing 10 people allowed to be at our graduation ceremony. The Des Moines Public Schools created this new rule. In all of our years we had more teachers than we are allowed tickets. Many students have family members who are coming down from all around the world to watch their families/friends walk the stage. We need your help to attempt to put a stop in this, everyone’s voice matters, and together we may make this change. 

The Decision Makers

Des Moines School Board
2 Members
Maria Alonzo-Diaz
Des Moines School Board - At Large
Kimberly Martorano
Des Moines School Board - District 1
Anadelia Morgan
West Des Moines School Board

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Petition created on March 12, 2026