We're hiring bus drivers with a starting pay of $22.83/hour and hiring bonuses of up to $3,000! 🚌

Interested in learning more? Make plans to attend our upcoming Bus Rodeo:

➡️ Saturday, October 31
➡️ 8:00am
➡️ Western Dubuque High School

Attendees can meet our transportation team, tour a bus, ask questions, and even try driving a bus in a safe, supervised environment. No experience necessary!
about 20 hours ago, WDCSD
Yellow school bus.
What an amazing turnout for Grandparents and Special Friends Day at Epworth Elementary!

We are so grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the day special. Your support is a wonderful reminder of how much our community values our students and the work we do every day.
2 days ago, WDCSD
Two boys and several adults gather around desks and talk in an elementary classroom decorated with learning materials.
A smiling boy and woman sit together on a blue loveseat in front of a festive autumn backdrop with pumpkins and leaves.
Children and older adults play card games together at cafeteria tables during a school community event.
Students, families, and older adults participate in activities at tables inside the Epworth Elementary gymnasium.
Children and adults explore an elementary classroom filled with student desks, books, and colorful decorations.
Two young students interact with a classroom calendar while an adult watches beside them.
A teacher speaks with a young boy and visiting adults in an elementary classroom during a school visit.

Join us for an inspiring evening with best-selling author and motivational speaker Joe Beckman!

Joe will present "Just Look Up: Reclaiming Human Connection with the Snapchat Generation," sharing an important message about building meaningful connections in today's digital world. 📲

The event will take place Wednesday, October 21, from 7:00 to 8:00pm at Western Dubuque High School.

Donations benefiting the Dyersville Campaign for Grade-Level Reading will be accepted. We hope to see you there!

2 days ago, WDCSD
Circle logo with two bobcats
A 5th grade student from Cascade Elementary recently had the exciting opportunity to appear on TV and deliver the weather forecast!

What a fun experience and a great opportunity to shine in front of the camera!

Watch the segment here: https://www.kcrg.com/video/2026/10/18/weather-kid-edaline-breitbach/
3 days ago, WDCSD
Little girl standing in front of weather screen
We’re proud to recognize National School Bus Safety Week! Here are a few important reminders for students and families:

✅ Stay on the sidewalk or well off the road while waiting
✅ If you miss the bus, go back home—never try to chase it
✅ Never accept a ride from a stranger at or near the bus stop
✅ If something feels unsafe on the bus, tell a trusted adult
✅ Treat the bus like an extension of the school

Safe transportation starts with informed students! 🚌
4 days ago, WDCSD
National School Bus Safety Week, October 19–23, 2026, featuring a yellow school bus and Western Dubuque Schools logo on a purple background.
4th grade students at Epworth Elementary took a closer look at life during the Middle Ages. 📖

Working in groups, students researched knights, craftsmen, or monks and nuns to find details about their homes, clothing, food, power, and work. They then shared their findings with classmates & recorded what they learned. 🏰
5 days ago, WDCSD
Students and a teacher sit in a circle on a colorful smiley-face rug, working in notebooks during a classroom lesson.
5th grade students at Peosta Elementary are putting fractions on the map! 🗺️

Using a “River Trail” map as a number line, students placed landmarks at fractional distances. This creative activity allowed students to visualize fractions and apply their math skills.
6 days ago, WDCSD
Four girls work together on a hands-on math activity, using rulers and paper strips to explore fractions.
Two boys smile while measuring and arranging fraction pieces on a blue paper strip during a classroom math activity.
Two boys collaborate on a fraction activity, arranging paper pieces along a blue strip with rulers and worksheets nearby.
2nd grade students at Farley Elementary used beans to strengthen their understanding of place value by estimating, counting, sorting, and comparing. Hands-on lessons help make important math concepts more concrete and meaningful! 🫘
6 days ago, WDCSD
Students gather on a classroom rug to sort beans into ones, tens, and hundreds during a hands-on place value activity.
Cups and groups of beans are arranged on colorful mats labeled hundreds, tens, and ones to demonstrate place value.
Smiling students practice math using beans, counting cups, abacuses, and worksheets at classroom desks.
Farley Elementary students celebrated reading by sharing a good book with a buddy! 📚

The Reading Celebration encouraged students to read together, connect with classmates, and enjoy time centered around books and learning.
7 days ago, WDCSD
Two boys relax on blue cushions while reading picture books in a colorful classroom reading corner.
Two girls enjoy reading picture books in colorful floor chairs surrounded by classroom bookshelves.
Two boys sit together in a cozy classroom reading area, smiling and exploring illustrated books.
Keeping the beat is more fun with a game! 🎵

4th grade students at Farley Elementary used bean bags during music class to practice keeping a steady beat. This hands-on activity gave students a fun way to strengthen their musical skills while learning together.
8 days ago, WDCSD
Two girls sit facing each other on a classroom carpet, using hand gestures during a partner activity.
Two boys smile while sitting across from each other, playing a hands-on game with a red beanbag.
Four students work in pairs on a classroom carpet, practicing hand gestures and games with colorful beanbags.
Two girls sit across from each other on the carpet, smiling and playing a hand-clapping game with a purple beanbag.
A boy and girl sit facing each other, using hand gestures and a red beanbag during a classroom partner activity.
Transitional kindergarten students at Epworth Elementary had a sweet way to celebrate fall! 🍎

Mrs. Beyers’ class learned how to make applesauce and put their new knowledge into action by making some delicious applesauce of their own. What a fun, hands-on learning experience!
9 days ago, WDCSD
Two young students prepare apple slices at a classroom table, practicing cutting skills with plastic knives.
A young boy turns the handle of an apple peeler while two classmates watch the apple preparation activity.
Five smiling students sit on a colorful classroom rug, holding fresh apples during a hands-on learning activity.
It’s National School Lunch Week, and we’re grateful for a program that works in service of every student, every day.

The National School Lunch Program ensures every student has access to a nutritious meal during the school day so they can do their best learning in the classroom.

That matters enormously, and we’re proud to be part of it! 🌟
10 days ago, WDCSD
Circus-themed poster celebrates National School Lunch Week, October 12–16, 2026, featuring students and cafeteria staff.
Western Dubuque High School celebrated an incredible homecoming week filled with school spirit, tradition, and Bobcat pride! 🐾

From the parade and marching band to the excitement of Friday night football, it was wonderful to see our students, staff, alumni, and community come together to celebrate what makes Western Dubuque so special.

A special congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming King, Kyle Phillips, and Queen, Hannah Stump!

Thank you to everyone who helped make homecoming week such a memorable celebration!
10 days ago, WDCSD
Girl in black dress and boy in football uniform wearing sashes and crowns.
Kids on a parade float
Adults on a parade float
Adults on a parade float
Girl sitting on the back of convertible car.
Girl and boy sitting on the back of convertible car.
Students wearing red shirts and playing instruments while walking
Great things are happening at Farley Elementary! 📚

Our School Board recently visited Farley Elementary to learn more about Amplify CKLA, our literacy curriculum that is engaging students in meaningful learning while challenging them to become stronger, more confident readers.

Thank you to our Farley Elementary staff for sharing their experiences and demonstrating their commitment to helping every student grow!
10 days ago, WDCSD
Group of adults sitting behind student desks having a conversation.
Group of adults sitting behind student desks having a conversation.
Dyersville firefighters Jared Brunsmann and Robbie Recker recently visited Mrs. Link and Mrs. Ludovissy’s classroom to teach students about fire safety. 🚒

Students learned that firefighters are there to help, explored the tools they use, and even learned about the “tool” truck. Thank you to our local firefighters!
11 days ago, WDCSD
Firefighter in full protective gear kneels on a colorful classroom rug, showing equipment to a group of young students.
Two firefighters discuss protective clothing and safety equipment with kindergarten students seated on a classroom rug.
Firefighter demonstrates an air tank and breathing apparatus while another presenter watches in a kindergarten classroom.
Three smiling children explore the inside of a fire truck, standing beside the driver's seat and emergency equipment.
Firefighter demonstrates rescue equipment to students outside a bright yellow Dyersville Fire and Rescue truck.
Young students line up beside a large Dyersville Fire and Rescue truck during an outdoor fire safety presentation.
Kindergarten students pose for a group photo with a firefighter in full protective gear on a colorful classroom rug.
Firefighter wearing an air tank stands as a presenter adjusts the equipment while seated students watch the demonstration.
Firefighter kneels in full protective gear, showing a thermal imaging camera to kindergarten students seated around him.
Firefighter wearing a breathing mask holds his helmet while another presenter explains fire safety to young students.
Math turned into a classroom adventure at Cascade Elementary! Students put their measurement skills to work during a scavenger hunt, searching around the classroom and applying what they’ve learned along the way. 📏
12 days ago, WDCSD
Three students work together to measure a classroom bulletin board with a ruler during a hands-on learning activity.
Reading is better with a partner! Farley Elementary 1st graders are practicing their reading skills using decodable readers and supporting one another along the way. 📚
12 days ago, WDCSD
Two smiling students sit at a classroom table with open books during a partner reading activity.
Two students read books in a cozy classroom reading area, one seated on the floor and one in a cushioned chair.
Two smiling students sit together at a table with matching open books during partner reading time.
Two students smile at the camera while seated on the classroom floor with open books in their laps.
Two students sit together on a classroom rug, smiling with open illustrated books in front of them.
Two smiling students lie and sit on the classroom floor beside open books during partner reading time.
Math skills are in action at Cascade Elementary! Students are working at math workplaces, where they can practice concepts, solve problems, and build their understanding through engaging activities. 👏
13 days ago, WDCSD
Four students sit on the classroom floor, sorting colorful geometric tiles and arranging yellow hexagons into patterns.
Four students work together on a classroom rug, creating a long, colorful line of connecting math cubes.
Four students gather on a colorful classroom rug, building and sorting patterns with multicolored math cubes.
Mrs. Perrenoud’s kindergarten class at Cascade Elementary is combining creativity and learning as part of the new CKLA Skills curriculum! Students used play dough to practice building cups while developing important hands-on skills. ⭐️
13 days ago, WDCSD
A smiling student proudly holds up a green Play-Doh creation while classmates work with modeling dough behind her.
A smiling student stands at a classroom table with several green Play-Doh shapes arranged in front of him.
A student smiles beside a classroom table while creating curved shapes from red Play-Doh.
A smiling student holds up a curved green Play-Doh creation during a hands-on classroom activity.
Our DES 5th graders had a great time shopping at the Dyersville Farmers Market! 🍎

Thanks to the Dyersville Area Chamber of Commerce, each student received a $5 voucher to spend during their field trip. What a fun way to explore the market and support local vendors!
14 days ago, WDCSD
A smiling student wearing pink headphones holds a crocheted green turtle while standing beside colorful artwork at an outdoor market.
Students browse handmade crocheted animals and crafts displayed in bins and baskets at a bustling outdoor school market.
A group of students gathers around a table, examining colorful handmade crocheted animals at an outdoor school market.
Students browse tables filled with packaged baked goods and treats under a covered pavilion at a school market.
Students select miniature pumpkins and gourds from a table displaying fresh apples, tomatoes, and other produce.
A cheerful group of students poses in a classroom, proudly displaying pumpkins, crafts, baked goods, and other market purchases.