The West Des Moines Community School District (WDMCS) kicked off the school year with a memorable and heartfelt surprise for their teachers.
During the district-wide welcome back meeting, just one day before school was set to start, the teachers of the district stunned their colleagues with an impressive flash mob performance.
To the surprise of everyone attending, a group of teachers performed a parody of “One Day More,” a popular song from the musical Les Miserables.
The spontaneous and vibrant display left their fellow educators in awe and created a sense of unity and excitement as they prepared for the school year ahead.
While Superintendent of WDMCS was in the middle of her welcome speech to the staff, the carefully coordinated flash mob unfolded seamlessly.
Teachers from across the district stood up one by one, singing their lines to the tune of Les Miserables, capturing the emotions of anticipation and preparation with just one day remaining before students would fill the halls.
What made the performance even more special was the commitment of the teachers involved. Despite having only a limited amount of free time in the summer, a group of dedicated teachers volunteered to come together for this surprise.
Over the course of June and July, they rehearsed tirelessly to ensure their performance was pitch-perfect. Out of the 12 participating music teachers, many others from different departments joined in, showcasing the broad talents of the WDMCS faculty.
Their dedication to the performance is a testament to their passion—not only for teaching, but for creating a supportive and uplifting school community.
The response from both teachers and the wider community was overwhelmingly positive.
Comments flooded in, with one viewer stating, “This is absolutely the most creative and amazing thing I have ever seen done in any public school system. I had goosebumps watching this. WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” The excitement of the performance resonated with many, giving people a sense of pride in their district.
Another enthusiastic viewer remarked, “How could this not be a great place to go to school? All the planning that must have gone into this! Great job and wonderful voices, too!”
This sentiment was echoed by many, as the performance highlighted not only the teachers’ talent but also their dedication to their students and the school district as a whole.
Parents in the district also expressed their admiration for the teachers’ creativity and effort. One parent proudly shared, “My daughter goes to this school! So proud of what these teachers did!”
The sense of community and teamwork fostered by the flash mob not only impressed the teachers but left a lasting impression on parents and students alike.
This unique event provided an inspiring start to the new school year, reminding teachers and staff that they are part of something larger than themselves.
The flash mob was more than just a performance—it was a demonstration of the camaraderie, passion, and creativity that the teachers of WDMCS bring to their classrooms every day.
By kicking off the year with such a heartfelt and joyous moment, they set the tone for what promises to be an exciting and fulfilling academic year for both students and staff.
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