We create chances for success

A place for every student

We are dedicated to serving the diverse Des Moines metro community and enthusiastically welcome students from all walks of life. Our programs are entirely free of charge, and prior experience is not required. We believe in providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to participate and benefit.

Our Programs

Come join us on an exciting journey of growth and exploration through all of our programs!
Tech Mentorship Program

Over the course of 6 months, students learn critical technology and workforce readiness skills that equip them to compete in an increasingly digital world.

With amazing volunteers from John Deere ISG and Principal Financial Group the students will learn Python through various instructors.

Students depending on location of their schools will be divided between two locations for the program. Our locations are Principal Financial Groups in Downtown Des Moines, IA and John Deere ISG in Johnston, IA.

Our course will have required assignments and attendance policies. After students complete the course objectives they will be granted 3 college credits through our partnership with DMACC.

This is an amazing free opportunity for high school students who are juniors and seniors.

Registration will be posted for our 2025 session in the Fall.  

Career Accelerator Program

Our 10 week course empowers students to excel in their careers by developing soft skills that can be used in the real world.

Volunteers from companies in the Des Moines area come to talk to the kids about interviewing skills, resume building, and different career paths.

This course is perfect for freshman and sophomores looking to get ahead of their peers with hands on simulations that show the students what they need to know for their future careers.

Registration for our 2025 session will be posted in the Fall.

Smart Cities

This program immerses students in the innovative realm of urban technology, exploring how data, sensors, and advanced systems contribute to building more efficient and sustainable cities.

Participants engage in hands-on projects, gaining insights into urban planning, the internet of things, and cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of urban living.

Registration for the 2025 program will start in Spring!

SMART Money Summer Program

Are you ready to learn how to make your money work for you?

In this 3-week free program students aged 14-22 will be introduced to personal finance and money management. Students do not need any background knowledge before attending our classes.

The program will begin in early June with classes only meeting three times a week in the afternoon. Transportation will be provided to students who need it.

Registration for the 2025 program session will start in Spring!

Girls' Entrepreneurship Incubator

With our partnership with John Pappajohn we created this program in response to the lack of support for female entrepreneurs in the state of Iowa.

The Girls' Entrepreneurship Summit unleashes untapped potential in future female innovators and entrepreneurs through a two. Every Saturday students hear from female CEO's at local businesses on how they run their business.

Thanks to our wonderful cohorts (that will be announced later) we are able to introduce our wonderful students to amazing women in different fields of interest.

Registration for the 2025 session will begin in mid January.

High School Summer Internship

At the Pi515 High School Summer Internship, we empower the next generation of leaders and innovators.

We are driven by a powerful vision. We strive to expose Pi515 interns to the world of coding, innovation, and critical thinking with the goal of transforming their lives by offering hands-on training, providing real-life learning opportunities, and instilling in each student a growth mindset.

Our team will be looking for high school students beginning in Spring!

We teach real-life skills

The future of work is rapidly changing and future employees must be prepared to meet its demands. Our programs teach students the technical and professional skills they need to compete in the workforce.

Coding
Innovation
Web Design
College and Career Readiness
Entrepreneurship
Virtual Reality

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