Western Dubuque High School is proud to celebrate graduates Meredith Riley (Class of 2024) and Rachel March (Class of 2025), whose friendship, determination, and success continue to inspire our community. ❤️
Now working at Round 2 in Peosta, Meredith and Rachel have embraced meaningful employment, built strong connections, and continue to grow in their independence and life skills. Their journey from classmates to coworkers highlights the power of perseverance, support, and lifelong friendship.
We are proud of Meredith and Rachel and all they are accomplishing as they continue to learn, work, and thrive.
Read their story on the Telegraph Herald website: https://archive.ph/qNdSa
Photo credit: Stephen Gassman via Telegraph Herald
Now working at Round 2 in Peosta, Meredith and Rachel have embraced meaningful employment, built strong connections, and continue to grow in their independence and life skills. Their journey from classmates to coworkers highlights the power of perseverance, support, and lifelong friendship.
We are proud of Meredith and Rachel and all they are accomplishing as they continue to learn, work, and thrive.
Read their story on the Telegraph Herald website: https://archive.ph/qNdSa
Photo credit: Stephen Gassman via Telegraph Herald
Dyersville Elementary’s round two of Delaney’s March Madness Scooping Challenge was a night of connection, laughter, and community. Thank you to our staff for their energy and to our families for your continued support! ❤️
We’re excited to share some great news from Western Dubuque Schools! 🎉
Please join us in welcoming Steve Driscoll as our new Director of Transportation. Steve will be stepping into the role as Diane Elgin prepares for her well-earned retirement at the end of the school year.
We are incredibly grateful to Diane for her years of dedicated service and the lasting impact she’s made on our district. 💙
Steve will be joining us in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition, and we’re looking forward to the leadership and experience he brings to our team.
Welcome to Western Dubuque, Steve! 🚍👏
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Please join us in welcoming Steve Driscoll as our new Director of Transportation. Steve will be stepping into the role as Diane Elgin prepares for her well-earned retirement at the end of the school year.
We are incredibly grateful to Diane for her years of dedicated service and the lasting impact she’s made on our district. 💙
Steve will be joining us in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition, and we’re looking forward to the leadership and experience he brings to our team.
Welcome to Western Dubuque, Steve! 🚍👏
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We are proud to recognize National Athletic Training Month!
A huge thank you to the athletic trainers who work tirelessly to keep our student-athletes healthy, safe, and performing at their best:
⭐ Sue Theisen, District Athletic Trainer
⭐ Maria Klein, Cascade Athletic Trainer (through Dubuque Physical Therapy)
Our athletic programs are stronger because of you! 💪
A huge thank you to the athletic trainers who work tirelessly to keep our student-athletes healthy, safe, and performing at their best:
⭐ Sue Theisen, District Athletic Trainer
⭐ Maria Klein, Cascade Athletic Trainer (through Dubuque Physical Therapy)
Our athletic programs are stronger because of you! 💪
Prekindergarten students at Farley Elementary wrapped up their teddy bear unit in Bridges Math with a fun celebration. Students brought teddy bears to school and used them during center rotations, including drawing their bears, taking them to the “doctor,” matching alphabet letters, and measuring them with unifix cubes.
It was a great way to combine learning and play! 🧸
It was a great way to combine learning and play! 🧸
Epworth Elementary’s 5th grade leadership club has been having fun with its own March Madness challenge over the past week!
Students and staff have been sampling different M&M’s flavors and casting their votes for the favorite. It has been wonderful to see a student-led idea come to life and bring our school community together! 🍬
Students and staff have been sampling different M&M’s flavors and casting their votes for the favorite. It has been wonderful to see a student-led idea come to life and bring our school community together! 🍬
Chemistry II students at WDHS took advantage of the beautiful weather by heading outside for a hands-on lab experience! ☀️
During the “Fire Snake” lab, students used simple household reactants to observe combustion and decomposition reactions in action. The outdoor setting made for an exciting way to connect classroom learning with real-world chemistry.
During the “Fire Snake” lab, students used simple household reactants to observe combustion and decomposition reactions in action. The outdoor setting made for an exciting way to connect classroom learning with real-world chemistry.
Students in the Introduction to Literature course at Cascade High School recently participated in their first Discussion Circle Smackdown, a collaborative activity designed to analyze their class novel through multiple literary lenses. 📚
Students worked in small groups to prepare for different literary theories, and one representative from each group joined the center circle to take part in the discussion. Teams earned points based on the type and quality of their engagement, creating a friendly competition for bragging rights.
The smackdown led to thoughtful conversations and strong participation, with students fully engaged in the learning process! 😀
Students worked in small groups to prepare for different literary theories, and one representative from each group joined the center circle to take part in the discussion. Teams earned points based on the type and quality of their engagement, creating a friendly competition for bragging rights.
The smackdown led to thoughtful conversations and strong participation, with students fully engaged in the learning process! 😀
Creative movement opportunities are helping Epworth Elementary students start their mornings on the right foot. 🤗
Morning gym supervisors have been designing fun activities to keep students active while they wait for the school day to begin. In this example, Mrs. Frank leads students through a movement circuit that encourages participation, energy, and a positive start to the day!
Morning gym supervisors have been designing fun activities to keep students active while they wait for the school day to begin. In this example, Mrs. Frank leads students through a movement circuit that encourages participation, energy, and a positive start to the day!
March is Music in Our Schools Month! 🎶
Studies show that students who participate in music programs demonstrate stronger working memory and critical thinking skills. We're proud to provide these opportunities across our schools—and to see the difference they make in our students' lives!
Studies show that students who participate in music programs demonstrate stronger working memory and critical thinking skills. We're proud to provide these opportunities across our schools—and to see the difference they make in our students' lives!
Chemistry II students at WDHS have been sharpening their periodic table skills as they prepare for upcoming labs and learning. 🧑🔬
To review key concepts, students engaged in a few friendly rounds of Periodic Table Battleship, turning practice into a fun and competitive challenge while reinforcing their understanding of the elements!
To review key concepts, students engaged in a few friendly rounds of Periodic Table Battleship, turning practice into a fun and competitive challenge while reinforcing their understanding of the elements!
The 2026-27 property tax information for Western Dubuque County Community School District is now available: https://aptg.co/B7HhNk
Each year, the district publishes this information to provide transparency about school funding and the property tax process. Community members are encouraged to review the published details to learn more about how local resources support students, staff, and school operations across the district. 🏫
Learn more about our tax rate history and how we compare to other schools: https://aptg.co/G7DL-v
Each year, the district publishes this information to provide transparency about school funding and the property tax process. Community members are encouraged to review the published details to learn more about how local resources support students, staff, and school operations across the district. 🏫
Learn more about our tax rate history and how we compare to other schools: https://aptg.co/G7DL-v
Western Dubuque CCSD is seeking an exceptional, student-centered leader to serve as Principal of Cascade Jr/Sr High School. Serving approximately 400 students in grades 6–12, Cascade is grounded in strong traditions, high expectations, and a supportive community.
This is an opportunity to lead a respected secondary school—strengthening culture, advancing instructional practices, and ensuring meaningful opportunities for all students.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Proven secondary leadership with a focus on student outcomes
• Strength in developing and supporting high-performing teams
• Deep knowledge of instruction, assessment, and school improvement
• Clear, effective communication and community engagement
• A commitment to a positive, accountable, and student-centered culture
Position Details:
Salary: $105,000–$120,000 + comprehensive benefits
Application Deadline: April 5
Interviews: Early/Mid-April
Apply: www.tinyurl.com/CJSHS2026
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We hope luck and good fortune find you today. ☘️
Due to blowing and drifting snow on county roads across the district, Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17.
This will allow road crews time to address conditions and help ensure the safe transportation of our students and staff.
This will allow road crews time to address conditions and help ensure the safe transportation of our students and staff.
Science came to life for 3rd grade students at Farley Elementary as they dissected owl pellets to learn more about food chains and animal diets! 🔬
Students carefully examined the pellets and worked to identify tiny rodent bones, using observation and critical thinking to determine what the owl had eaten. 🦉
Students carefully examined the pellets and worked to identify tiny rodent bones, using observation and critical thinking to determine what the owl had eaten. 🦉
During Youth Art Month, we want every student at Western Dubuque Schools to know that your creativity is valued and your voice matters.
We encourage you to keep exploring your artistic talents and sharing them with our community! 🎨
We encourage you to keep exploring your artistic talents and sharing them with our community! 🎨
Western Dubuque Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16 due to the forecasted winter storm and expected blizzard conditions. Strong winds, accumulating snow, and blowing snow are expected to create dangerous travel conditions across the area. Please stay safe.
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Paraprofessionals at Dyersville Elementary spent the morning of February 26 learning together during a dedicated professional development session! Staff strengthened teamwork while collaborating to solve escape box challenges using clues, practiced strategies to better support students in the classroom, and reviewed expectations for common areas across the building. 🧩
We are grateful for this incredible group of staff members who support our students and teachers every day! ❤️
We are grateful for this incredible group of staff members who support our students and teachers every day! ❤️
Preschool students at Peosta Elementary wrapped up their ocean unit with a fun ocean party celebration. 🌊
All three preschool classrooms participated in ocean-themed activities while celebrating everything they learned about sea life during the unit. Students had a great time exploring, learning, and celebrating together.
All three preschool classrooms participated in ocean-themed activities while celebrating everything they learned about sea life during the unit. Students had a great time exploring, learning, and celebrating together.
