Upcoming June 6 Speaker

Dr. Ian Roberts

Superintendent Des Moines Public Schools

Dr. Ian Roberts is the Superintendent of the Des Moines Public Schools. He is passionate about instructional excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, and innovation in education. He graduated with a B.S. degree from Coppin State University, earned Masters degrees from St. John’s University and Georgetown University, and received his doctorate in Urban Educational Leadership from Trident University. Prior to becoming a special education teacher, principal, district leader, and leadership trainer, Ian was a world class and Olympic athlete.  Dr. Roberts is married, and enjoys hunting, reading, and spending time with family and friends.