Western Dubuque students are building skills that will last a lifetime. 📚
According to the 2026 Senior/Family Survey, 89.7% of students said school helped them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
These experiences help prepare students for success in college, careers, and beyond.
Learn more about the survey on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
According to the 2026 Senior/Family Survey, 89.7% of students said school helped them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
These experiences help prepare students for success in college, careers, and beyond.
Learn more about the survey on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month, and we’re so excited to welcome our newest learners!
Here are two important dates to keep in mind:
✅ Open House: Thursday, August 20, 5:00-6:30pm at all elementary schools
✅ First Day of School: Monday, August 24
Before the big day, please make sure your incoming kindergartner has completed dental, vision, and lead screenings and that immunization records and proof of exam have been submitted.
See you soon! 🤗
Here are two important dates to keep in mind:
✅ Open House: Thursday, August 20, 5:00-6:30pm at all elementary schools
✅ First Day of School: Monday, August 24
Before the big day, please make sure your incoming kindergartner has completed dental, vision, and lead screenings and that immunization records and proof of exam have been submitted.
See you soon! 🤗
Today we recognize the technology professionals who work hard every day to ensure our students and staff have the tools they need to learn and grow.
On System Administrator Appreciation Day, we express our deep gratitude to these outstanding professionals! 🖥️
On System Administrator Appreciation Day, we express our deep gratitude to these outstanding professionals! 🖥️
Friendship is one of the things that makes life truly meaningful. On International Day of Friendship, we encourage everyone to take a moment to appreciate the people who bring joy, support, and laughter into their lives. 🤗
The Western Dubuque County CSD mourns the passing of former bus driver Melvin "Mel" Wilgenbusch, who faithfully served our students and families for 25 years. 🚌
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Mel's family and all who knew him. His kindness and commitment to our school community will be remembered.
Visitation will be held Thursday, July 30, from 4:00 to 7:00pm at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, July 31, at 10:30am at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rickardsville.
Planning ahead for the 2026-27 school year? Our Western Dubuque Break Planner is here to help families stay organized! 🗓️
Keep these scheduled breaks in mind as you plan vacations, appointments, and family time throughout the school year.
View the full 2026-27 calendar here: https://bit.ly/WDCCSDCalendar
Keep these scheduled breaks in mind as you plan vacations, appointments, and family time throughout the school year.
View the full 2026-27 calendar here: https://bit.ly/WDCCSDCalendar
Our students need safe, reliable transportation to and from school each day. We're looking for bus drivers to join the Western Dubuque County CSD for the 2026-27 school year! 🚌
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
We'd love to have you on our team. Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
We'd love to have you on our team. Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
📣 Friendly reminder: July 26-August 2 is the statewide No Contact Period for activities. There will be no school sponsored camps, workouts, practices, lessons, or meetings during this time. Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💙❤️🐾 #WDBQSchools
Today we celebrate the heart of every home—our parents! ❤️
Thank you for your support, encouragement, and dedication to helping kids learn and grow every day. Happy National Parents Day to all the amazing parents and guardians in our community!
Thank you for your support, encouragement, and dedication to helping kids learn and grow every day. Happy National Parents Day to all the amazing parents and guardians in our community!
Looking for meaningful part-time work? Western Dubuque County CSD is seeking bus drivers for the upcoming school year! 🚌
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Join our transportation team and make a difference every day. Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Join our transportation team and make a difference every day. Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
⚾💙💛 Good Luck, Cascade Cougar Baseball! 💛💙⚾
The Cascade Cougars are headed to the Iowa Class 2A State Semifinals this afternoon as they take on Pleasantville at Merchants Park in Carroll.
🕟 First Pitch: 4:30 PM
📍 Merchants Park, Carroll, IA
🏆 State Semifinal Matchup
➡️ A win sends the Cougars to the Class 2A State Championship Game tomorrow!
Information regarding the game and streaming information can be found here: Baseball State Tournament Central | IHSAA
Congratulations to our student-athletes, coaches, and supporters on an outstanding season. The entire Western Dubuque community is proud of your accomplishments and will be cheering you on this afternoon!
Good luck, Cougars! Bring home another win! 🐾⚾
#wdbqschools #chscougs #IHSAA
Western Dubuque students continue to thrive through opportunities beyond the classroom. ⭐️
An impressive 97.7% of students said the district offered opportunities for personal growth through leadership roles, teamwork, public speaking, activities, and more.
At Western Dubuque, learning extends far beyond academics.
Learn more about our 2026 Senior/Family Survey on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
An impressive 97.7% of students said the district offered opportunities for personal growth through leadership roles, teamwork, public speaking, activities, and more.
At Western Dubuque, learning extends far beyond academics.
Learn more about our 2026 Senior/Family Survey on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
Today is a special day for Western Dubuque athletics as three teams compete on Iowa's biggest stage! ⚾️🥎
The day began in Cedar Rapids, where WDHS Baseball resumed its Class 3A State Quarterfinal following yesterday's weather postponement. Next, WDHS Softball takes the field in Fort Dodge for the Class 4A State second round at 12:30pm. The journey concludes in Carroll, where CHS Baseball competes in the Class 2A State Quarterfinal at 4:30pm.
Three teams. Three communities. One incredible day representing Western Dubuque across the state.
Safe travels to everyone following the action, whether you're cheering from Cedar Rapids, Fort Dodge, Carroll, or from home. We're proud of our student-athletes and wish all three teams the very best today.
The day began in Cedar Rapids, where WDHS Baseball resumed its Class 3A State Quarterfinal following yesterday's weather postponement. Next, WDHS Softball takes the field in Fort Dodge for the Class 4A State second round at 12:30pm. The journey concludes in Carroll, where CHS Baseball competes in the Class 2A State Quarterfinal at 4:30pm.
Three teams. Three communities. One incredible day representing Western Dubuque across the state.
Safe travels to everyone following the action, whether you're cheering from Cedar Rapids, Fort Dodge, Carroll, or from home. We're proud of our student-athletes and wish all three teams the very best today.
Sometimes, it's the little gestures that make the biggest difference. 🥰
When recent graduate Andrew has been facing some health challenges, members of our transportation department knew they wanted to brighten his day. They surprised him with a special visit, bringing one of their buses to see him.
Through the School to Work program, Andrew spent time working alongside our transportation team, but it didn't take long for him to become much more than a student employee. He became part of the family.
We are grateful for the caring relationships that are built across our district every day. They remind us that our schools are about so much more than academics. They are about people, connection, and community.
Andrew, your entire school family is cheering for you every step of the way!
When recent graduate Andrew has been facing some health challenges, members of our transportation department knew they wanted to brighten his day. They surprised him with a special visit, bringing one of their buses to see him.
Through the School to Work program, Andrew spent time working alongside our transportation team, but it didn't take long for him to become much more than a student employee. He became part of the family.
We are grateful for the caring relationships that are built across our district every day. They remind us that our schools are about so much more than academics. They are about people, connection, and community.
Andrew, your entire school family is cheering for you every step of the way!
The state tournament journey continues.
Western Dubuque Baseball and Softball are back in action today with opportunities to keep their seasons alive on Iowa's biggest stage.
Baseball returns to Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids at 8:30 AM to resume its Class 3A State Quarterfinal matchup with North Polk. The Bobcats hold a 2 to 0 lead heading into the bottom of the first inning.
Softball punched its ticket to the next round with an 11 to 5 victory over Winterset and will take on top seeded ADM Adel at 12:30 PM at the Harlan Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge.
No matter where they play, these teams continue to represent Western Dubuque with pride, grit, and a commitment to one another.
Let's go, Bobcats! ❤️🖤
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
Western Dubuque Baseball and Softball are back in action today with opportunities to keep their seasons alive on Iowa's biggest stage.
Baseball returns to Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids at 8:30 AM to resume its Class 3A State Quarterfinal matchup with North Polk. The Bobcats hold a 2 to 0 lead heading into the bottom of the first inning.
Softball punched its ticket to the next round with an 11 to 5 victory over Winterset and will take on top seeded ADM Adel at 12:30 PM at the Harlan Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge.
No matter where they play, these teams continue to represent Western Dubuque with pride, grit, and a commitment to one another.
Let's go, Bobcats! ❤️🖤
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
The Cougars are headed to Carroll and ready for another chapter in this postseason run.
Cascade Baseball takes on rival Beckman in the Class 2A State Quarterfinals today at 4:30 PM at Merchants Park. The opportunity to compete at the state tournament is one this team has earned through its hard work, commitment, and belief in one another all season long.
Good luck to our Cougars as they represent Cascade and the Western Dubuque community on the state's biggest stage.
💙💛
Class 2A State Quarterfinal
Cascade vs. Beckman
4:30 PM
Merchants Park, Carroll
Watch: All games will be available via free livestream July 20–24.
Broadcast guide: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball-tournament-broadcast-guide/
Tournament information: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball/state-tournament-central/
Let's go, Cougars!
#wdbqschools #chscougs #ihsaa
Cascade Baseball takes on rival Beckman in the Class 2A State Quarterfinals today at 4:30 PM at Merchants Park. The opportunity to compete at the state tournament is one this team has earned through its hard work, commitment, and belief in one another all season long.
Good luck to our Cougars as they represent Cascade and the Western Dubuque community on the state's biggest stage.
💙💛
Class 2A State Quarterfinal
Cascade vs. Beckman
4:30 PM
Merchants Park, Carroll
Watch: All games will be available via free livestream July 20–24.
Broadcast guide: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball-tournament-broadcast-guide/
Tournament information: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball/state-tournament-central/
Let's go, Cougars!
#wdbqschools #chscougs #ihsaa
It's a special day to be a Bobcat.
Two teams. Two state tournaments. One community proudly cheering them on.
Western Dubuque Softball opens Iowa Class 4A State Tournament play against Winterset at 12:45 PM at Channel Seeds Field in the Harlan Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge on Monday, July 20.
Listen: KDST Radio (99.3)
Tournament information: https://ighsau.org/2026-softball-tournament-central
Western Dubuque Baseball takes on North Polk in the Iowa Class 3A State Tournament Quarterfinals at 1:30 PM at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids.
Watch: All games will be available via free livestream July 20–24. Broadcast guide: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball-tournament-broadcast-guide/
Tournament information: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball/state-tournament-central/
Our Bobcats have represented Western Dubuque with pride all season long, and today they take the state's biggest stage.
Bobcat Nation, wear your red and black, follow along, and cheer loudly from wherever you are.
Good luck, Bobcats. We're proud of you!
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats #ihsgau #ihsaa
Western Dubuque County CSD is hiring bus drivers for the 2026-27 school year! 🚌
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Help students start and end each day with a safe ride while earning extra income. Learn more and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Help students start and end each day with a safe ride while earning extra income. Learn more and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
⚾️ BACK TO THE BIG STAGE!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats are headed to Cedar Rapids!
With a Class 3A Substate 4 Championship victory over Independence, the Bobcats have earned their place in the Iowa High School State Baseball Tournament.
Championships aren't given; they're earned through countless hours of preparation, sacrifice, and commitment to the team. That's exactly what these Bobcats have done!
The Bobcats will take the field at Veterans Memorial Stadium next week with their sights set on something special.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium, Cedar Rapids
📅 Monday, July 20
🏆 Class 3A State Quarterfinals
To our players, coaches, families, and fans, congratulations on an incredible accomplishment. Thank you for representing Western Dubuque with pride and excellence throughout this memorable season.
Cedar Rapids, we're coming.
GO BOBCATS!
⚾️ It's Substate Finals time for the Bobcats!
Western Dubuque will take on the Independence Mustangs tonight in the Class 3A Substate 4 Finals with a trip to the State Tournament on the line.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Come out and support this special group of student-athletes as they compete for a spot at State.
Go Bobcats!
Western Dubuque will take on the Independence Mustangs tonight in the Class 3A Substate 4 Finals with a trip to the State Tournament on the line.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Come out and support this special group of student-athletes as they compete for a spot at State.
Go Bobcats!
