Students in PE class at Farley Elementary are putting a fun twist on two classic sports with soccer golf! ⛳⚽

While following the rules of golf, students use a soccer ball to practice kicking, control, and precision. It’s a great way to build skills while having fun and staying active!
about 1 hour ago, WDCSD
Students play soccer on a large grassy field under a bright morning sun.
A student kicks a soccer ball while classmates watch nearby on a green field.
Students wearing hoodies and jackets practice soccer drills on a school field.
Three students stand near orange cones as one prepares to kick a soccer ball on a field marked with yard lines.
A small group of students practice soccer skills near orange cones on a sunlit grassy field.

Meet Quentin Nauman, a standout athlete at Western Dubuque High School! 🏃

Quentin recently achieved what few high school runners ever do: he ran under 1:50 in the 800 meters and under 4:00 in the 1600 meters in the same meet. On top of that, he claimed multiple state titles and earned the Gatorade Iowa Boys Track & Field Player of the Year award.

But his story isn’t just about times and medals. It’s about getting better every day, pushing through competition, and setting a standard of excellence for his teammates. We’re proud to highlight Quentin’s journey and the inspiration he’s bringing to our schools. We will be cheering for Quentin as he competes for another state cross country title on Friday!

Watch his story here: https://youtu.be/AAOJ26DCxFU?si=V-7gboYH3vVdBOQR

about 3 hours ago, WDCSD
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Our 3rd grade mathematicians at Epworth Elementary are learning about graphs!

Students are reading and creating their own graphs, then working in pairs to discuss and interpret the data. Great conversations and critical thinking are happening every day! 📐
about 5 hours ago, WDCSD
Two students sit at a classroom table working in math workbooks.
Four students work on math activities in front of a whiteboard displaying a chart titled “3rd Grade Book Favorites.”
Two students sit together at a classroom table completing math problems in a workbook.
Students work together at desks on math assignments while a teacher observes nearby.
Students in Mrs. Lueken’s WDHS physical science physics class recently completed their roller coaster projects. 🎢

Each group designed a coaster that was both exciting and safe, while demonstrating key physics concepts like velocity, friction, momentum, and energy! 👏
about 20 hours ago, WDCSD
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Cascade High School students got into the fall spirit by decorating pumpkins during Cougar Time. 🎃

Voting for the best designs will take place right here on social media. Stay tuned!
1 day ago, WDCSD
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Join our team! We're hiring for a variety of positions across the district. If you're passionate about supporting students and helping our schools thrive, we want to hear from you. 🌟

Explore current openings and apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
1 day ago, WDCSD
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What a hit! Drexler Middle School’s first-ever Bobcat Archery Club Camp was a huge success this October, with more than 100 student archers sharpening their skills, building friendships, and connecting across grades 4-12.

We can’t wait to see their hard work in action when the regular season begins in December. Good luck, Bobcats! 🎯
1 day ago, WDCSD
A large group of students and staff pose together in a gymnasium wearing matching black shirts with red lettering. Behind them, “Drexler Middle School” and a wildcat logo are painted on the wall above the red bleachers.
Students line up in the Drexler Middle School gym, each holding a bow and aiming at targets during an archery activity. The gym’s polished floor and red bleachers are visible in the background.
A group of high school students stand together in a gym wearing safety glasses and sweatshirts with college or team logos. They smile for the camera with an equipment setup visible behind them.
Four students stand in front of red gym bleachers smiling for the camera. They wear casual clothes and T-shirts representing different schools and programs.
Students line up inside a gym practicing archery, drawing their bows while aiming at targets down the court.
Congratulations to Rachael Weber and Madison Randall for representing WDHS as student delegates at the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute! ⭐️

These students collaborated with peers from around the world to develop new solutions to reduce food insecurity. Way to make a global impact! 🌎
2 days ago, WDCSD
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WDCCSD teachers model lifelong learning through weekly professional development and Professional Learning Communities. ⭐

At Peosta Elementary, staff shared how they’ve been using their PLC+ time to focus on growth and support each other.
2 days ago, WDCSD
Teachers sit together at a table in a school library during a professional learning session. One teacher in a red and black plaid vest speaks as others listen and take notes.
Two educators collaborate at a library table, one drawing on a large sheet of paper while the other looks on and smiles.
A small group of teachers gathers around a library table, sketching ideas on poster paper with colorful markers. One teacher writes while the others discuss and smile.
The Cascade volleyball team’s season came to a close last night following a hard-fought semifinal regional match against Bellevue.

Thank you to our players and coaches for representing Cascade with pride, teamwork, and determination throughout the season. You’ve made your school and community proud. Go Cougars! 💙
2 days ago, WDCSD
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We were thrilled to welcome new students who recently joined Farley Elementary all the way from South Africa! Jason and Emme, two of our outstanding 5th graders, led a tour to help them feel right at home.

Every new student is paired with a buddy to ease the transition and build connections in their new school community. 😊
2 days ago, WDCSD
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National First Responders Day is an important opportunity to thank the emergency personnel who serve our community in so many ways.

They provide critical care and protection when we need it most, often under highly challenging circumstances. We appreciate your dedication to the safety and wellbeing of our community! 🙏
2 days ago, WDCSD
Graphic recognizing National First Responders Day. The text reads “Thank you, First Responders — National First Responders Day | October 28, 2025.” The Western Dubuque Schools logo appears above the text, and icons of a police badge, fire emblem, and medical symbol are shown to the right. The background features a faint image of an emergency vehicle with the message, “We appreciate your dedication to our community!”
Congratulations to Hallie Kelchen, Cascade High School’s four-time cross country state qualifier, who had an overall fourth-place finish of 19:45.8!

She competes in the IGHSAU Class 2A meet in Fort Dodge this Friday. Good luck, Hallie! 👟
3 days ago, WDCSD
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Congratulations to the Western Dubuque Boys Cross Country Team on qualifying for the 2025 state meet! 🏃

A special shoutout to Quentin Nauman, who claimed the district championship with an outstanding performance.

We’re proud of these athletes and coaches for their dedication, teamwork, and drive to get better every day!

3 days ago, WDCSD
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Teamwork makes the dream work!

During Bobcat Plus at Drexler Middle School, students worked together using string, cups, and rubber bands to build the tallest tower possible. This activity was all about communication, collaboration, and fun! 🗼
3 days ago, WDCSD
Four middle school students work together at a table stacking red and clear plastic cups during a teamwork activity using string and rubber bands.
Students collaborate in a classroom on a cup-stacking challenge, smiling as they use teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Kindergarten students at Farley Elementary have been busy during centers with a variety of hands-on activities! Reading books, building sentences, writing sight words, making pumpkin crafts, painting, and more—there’s so much learning and creativity happening each day. 🎨📚
3 days ago, WDCSD
Four young students sit around a table reading illustrated books about the ocean. Worksheets and folders are spread out on the table.
Three children sit at a classroom table working on an orange-and-black pumpkin craft using scissors, paper, and glue.
A smiling student stands beside an easel displaying her Halloween-themed painting featuring a ghost and a pumpkin.
A young student sits at a desk drawing spiders and bats on a worksheet.
A child kneels on the carpet arranging yellow triangles on an orange pumpkin-shaped number-matching activity mat.
A student wearing a yellow shirt sits on the floor sorting and reading pumpkin word cards for a counting and reading activity.
Four smiling students sit around a table working on alphabet recognition mats with dry-erase markers in a colorful classroom setting.
Peosta Elementary Instructional Coach Mrs. Noonan shows what it means to be a lifelong learner every single day! She supports both students and classrooms while helping create opportunities for all. 🌟

Recently, Mrs. Noonan volunteered to teach lessons in all three 5th grade classrooms using the new benchmark curriculum that is being piloted across the district. We’re grateful for her leadership and dedication!
4 days ago, WDCSD
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At Peosta Elementary, students take pride in their daily jobs that support our school community.

This helper is assisting teachers by delivering books to the library. Responsibility and teamwork in action! 🤝
4 days ago, WDCSD
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Our WDHS 12th grade government students recently took part in a lively dice game to simulate the Electoral College process. They acted as presidential candidates, tallying both the popular vote and Electoral College results to determine the winner. 🎲🗳️

After the simulation, they evaluated whether the Electoral College is the best way to elect our nation’s leader—applying what they’ve learned to a real-world civic debate. It was a fun and engaging way to bring American democracy to life in the classroom!
5 days ago, WDCSD
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Peosta Elementary prekindergarten students have been busy exploring math concepts in fun, hands-on ways! 🎃

Students practiced identifying patterns and weighed different items to find out if they were heavier, lighter, or the same as a pumpkin. Learning through play at its best!
5 days ago, WDCSD
A young child sits on a colorful classroom rug with circular patterns, placing a small toy animal on a blue tray labeled “lighter.” A balance scale with a small pumpkin is set nearby while other students sit in a semicircle watching.
A young boy kneels on a colorful classroom rug and places a can on a blue tray labeled “heavier” while classmates sit in a circle behind him, watching the activity.
A smiling child sits at a classroom table and proudly holds a tall tower built from red and green interlocking plastic rings.
A smiling young girl sits at a classroom table holding a tall stack of blue, green, and red interlocking plastic rings she has built.