Big-time performances on the state stage for our WDCCSD wrestlers.

Joe Hirsch battled his way to a 4th place finish at 157 lbs in Class 3A, while Cascade’s Bryce Carroll (5th at 144 lbs) and Tatum Honda (8th at 126 lbs) each earned spots on the podium in Class 1A.

State medals are never given—they’re earned through discipline, resilience, and relentless work. We're proud of the way these young men represented their schools, teammates, and communities all season long.

WDCCSD wrestling continues to show what it means to compete the right way.

#wdbqschools
about 9 hours ago, WDCCSD
Joe Hirsch
Bryce Carroll
Tatum Honda
Students at Cascade Elementary have been learning the fundamentals of pickleball in PE, including grip, racquet control, serving, and the forehand swing! Students are building coordination, teamwork, and confidence while having fun staying active. 🏓
about 15 hours ago, WDCSD
Students play paddle games over low nets in the gym while following instructions on a projected screen.
Children move around cones and nets, practicing paddle skills during an active PE class.
Student swings a paddle to hit a ball across the net as classmates wait their turn in the gym.
Students play with paddles across a netted court while a timer and class screen display on the wall.
Cascade Elementary 3rd graders are diving into great books during independent reading time! Their love for reading continues to grow each day. 📚❤️
about 17 hours ago, WDCSD
Students are spread out across the classroom reading books, with some lying on the floor and others seated in chairs.
During their novel study of “The Great Depression,” Cascade Elementary 4th graders in Mrs. Payne’s class worked with a partner to construct a timeline of events that reflected their learning. This activity helped students deepen their understanding of an important period in history. 📚
1 day ago, WDCSD
Two students sit on a classroom rug, gluing historical event cards onto a bright poster board for a timeline project.
Students arrange and glue printed event cards and photos in order while reading from a booklet at a classroom table.
Small group of students kneel on the rug, organizing historical event cards into a chronological timeline.
Two colorful poster boards display a completed timeline of Great Depression events with captions and black-and-white photos.
Dyersville Elementary 2nd graders had an up-close look at a butterfly during science class as they studied the life cycle. This brought students’ learning to life and sparked great questions about each stage of development. 🦋
1 day ago, WDCSD
Group of students gather closely, smiling and watching a butterfly resting gently on a teacher’s hand in the classroom.
Career and Technical Education Month is a great time to spotlight Civil Engineering and Architecture and the hands-on learning it offers students! In this course, students explore residential and commercial building design through real-world projects, teamwork, and technical documentation while learning industry standards and communication methods.

Students also use 3D design software, Revit, to design solutions and bring their ideas to life. This year, Civil Engineering and Architecture serves 19 students across sophomore, junior, and senior grade levels as they prepare for future opportunities in engineering and architecture careers.
1 day ago, WDCSD
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Cascade Elementary 2nd graders recently observed mealworms in science class! 🐛
1 day ago, WDCSD
Students gather around a kidney-shaped table using plastic spoons to examine worms on paper plates during a classroom science activity.
Three students work closely together inspecting worms and dirt on plates, with a plastic container of mealworms in the foreground.
Two students smile while using plastic spoons to explore worms on plates, participating in a hands-on science lesson.
Students at Cascade Elementary are diving into great books and even greater conversations through literacy circles! This gives students the opportunity to collaborate with their peers, share perspectives, and deepen their understanding of the novel they are reading together. 📚
1 day ago, WDCSD
Students sit comfortably on the classroom floor, reading books independently. Some lean against the wall while others relax on bean bags in the back, focused on their reading.
Western Dubuque Schools will be closed today, Friday, February 20, due to a winter storm warning that includes blowing snow and slick travel conditions.

The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Please use caution if you must travel and stay safe.
2 days ago, WDCCSD
No School - February 20
Western Dubuque High School is proud to share that our boys bowling team is headed to the state tournament! 🎳

Congratulations to Coach Kramer and our bowlers on an outstanding season and this well-earned accomplishment. Their hard work, focus, and commitment continue to make our district proud.

A special shoutout to Devon Rubner for qualifying for state individually as well. What a tremendous achievement for our student-athletes and program. Let’s go, Bobcats!
2 days ago, WDCSD
Devon Rubner - Daniel Butler
WDHS Bowling 1 - Daniel Butler
WDHS Bowling 2 - Daniel Butler
Farley Elementary 5th graders recently participated in an all-school bowling day after learning about bowling during PE! They put their skills into action with a full bowling experience at Cobra Lanes in Farley. 🎳
2 days ago, WDCSD
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Western Dubuque High School is proud to congratulate senior Luke Boyle on being named a National Merit Finalist and a 2026 Coca-Cola Scholar! 🎓 Luke was selected from the regional finalist pool of 250 students and he is one of the 150 Coca Cola Scholars for 2026. #wdbqschools
2 days ago, WDCCSD
Luke Boyle
Second grade students at Dyersville Elementary are learning about aviation! They recently put their knowledge to the test by building and flying their own paper airplanes. ✈️

Students explored design, flight, and problem-solving as they tested which plane could soar the farthest!
3 days ago, WDCSD
Students line up beside their teacher, holding paper airplanes and preparing to test their designs in class.
Teacher gives instructions as students stand in a row holding paper airplanes in a classroom activity.
What’s going to work? Teamwork! 🤝

Students at Cascade Elementary worked together during team-building exercises and read University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) decodable passages together in class to improve their reading skills this week!
3 days ago, WDCSD
Two elementary students sit on the classroom floor smiling, each holding an open binder with colorful schoolwork displayed.
Groups of students in a classroom participate in a team-building activity, standing in small circles with arms around each other.
Earlier this school year, our classrooms were filled with holiday cheer as students and families came together for festive learning and fun! 🎄

We are grateful for the strong partnerships and special memories that continue to make our school community shine. ❤️
3 days ago, WDCSD
Families and students gather at cafeteria tables working on activities together in a school gymnasium decorated for the holidays.
A class of students wearing festive clothing sit around a large group of tables, playing a holiday-themed game.
Career and Technical Education Month highlights the hands-on learning happening in our Intro to Engineering and Design course. Students use Autodesk Inventor and the design process to solve real-world problems while building skills in teamwork, communication, quality control, and technical documentation. 🏗️

This year, the course serves 43 students across grade levels as they explore future opportunities in design engineering and related careers!
3 days ago, WDCSD
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February is Black History Month, a time to recognize the vital role African Americans have played in shaping our nation's story. We encourage our community to engage with this important history together.

Learn more: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/black-history-month
4 days ago, WDCSD
Purple and red design reads “February is Black History Month,” with Western Dubuque Schools logo.
Third grade classes at Cascade Elementary recently enjoyed storytime in the library with Mrs. Kraai. 📚

It’s always great to see students exploring their love of reading in a welcoming space!
4 days ago, WDCSD
A large group of young students sits attentively on the library floor while a woman at the front reads from a book, surrounded by bookshelves.
Today we celebrate Chinese New Year and the arrival of the Year of the Horse! Wishing everyone in our community who is celebrating good health and success. 🎉
4 days ago, WDCSD
Red and gold design reads “Happy Chinese New Year,” with lanterns, stylized horses, floral accents, and the WDCSD logo at bottom.
Second graders at Dyersville Elementary created and explored different growing patterns during math class. Through hands-on activities, they strengthened their understanding of sequencing, problem-solving, and number relationships. 🔢
4 days ago, WDCSD
Student with colorful hair clips builds number models using linking cubes at her classroom desk.
Two students collaborate, arranging colored math tiles in repeating patterns on their desks.
Small group of students observe geometric shapes made from pattern blocks during a classroom activity.
Several students gather around desks, working together to build a tall structure with linking cubes.