Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 26, due to extreme cold. Please stay safe.
Farley Elementary students are knocking down pins and building skills during their bowling unit! 🎳
They’re learning about technique and discovering fun facts about the sport. Creative games are keeping practice fun, and students are celebrating their achievements on the Strike Zone wall!
They’re learning about technique and discovering fun facts about the sport. Creative games are keeping practice fun, and students are celebrating their achievements on the Strike Zone wall!
Due to extreme cold in the forecast, there will be no school in Western Dubuque Schools on Friday, January 23.
Additional information regarding Friday afternoon and evening activities will be shared by coaches, activity sponsors, or activity directors no later than 12:00 PM on Friday.
Please stay safe.
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Dyersville Elementary was filled with rhythm and energy as Fonziba spent two days teaching our students the art of African drumming!
Students explored cultural artifacts and learned basic drumming techniques. Even our prekindergarten students joined the fun, dancing to the beat as Fonziba played!
Students explored cultural artifacts and learned basic drumming techniques. Even our prekindergarten students joined the fun, dancing to the beat as Fonziba played!
Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Thursday, January 22, due to drifting snow and winter road conditions. Please travel safely.
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Due to anticipated high winds and blowing snow later today (Wednesday, January 21), Western Dubuque Schools will dismiss at 1:30 PM.
We recognize this is less than ideal and appreciate your flexibility. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution to support the safety of students, staff, and families.
Thank you for your understanding, and please travel safely.
We recognize this is less than ideal and appreciate your flexibility. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution to support the safety of students, staff, and families.
Thank you for your understanding, and please travel safely.
January is Thank You Month! We appreciate our dedicated teachers and staff who go above and beyond to ensure every student feels valued and supported. Thank you for all you do! 🙏
Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, January 21, due to inclement weather.
Please note: There will NOT be a one-hour early dismissal today.
Schools will dismiss at the normal Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday dismissal time.
Thank you for your patience, and please travel safely.
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Today we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the remarkable legacy he left behind. His dedication to civil rights through peaceful means transformed our nation.
REMINDER: There will be no school on Monday, January 19, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Congratulations to the Cascade Junior Players on a fantastic run of “Finding Nemo Jr.!”
From the colorful costumes to the heartfelt performances, this production truly brought the ocean to life! 🎭🐠 #wdbqschools
At this week’s parent-teacher conferences, Cascade High School FFA members served dinner to staff. It was a thoughtful gesture made possible by generous donations! 🍽️💙
Thank you to our FFA students for taking the time to support our teachers in such a meaningful way!
Thank you to our FFA students for taking the time to support our teachers in such a meaningful way!
Problem solving at Farley Elementary is always better with a friend! Our prekindergarten students have been working together on puzzles during center time, building early math and social skills along the way. 🧩😊
Due to inclement weather, Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, January 16.
Please travel safely.
Students at Farley Elementary are working on counting collections of objects close to 1,000 to strengthen their understanding of place value in math. These experiences help students understand number sense and see the value of digits in different places! 🧠
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and former colleagues of Steven Rutz, who passed away on January 12. Steve dedicated 39 years to education, serving the Western Dubuque CSD as a teacher, coach, athletic director, and administrator.
His impact reached far beyond the classroom, touching the lives of students, staff, and communities across our district. We are grateful for his years of leadership, service, and commitment to education.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00pm on Thursday, January 15 at Kramer Morris Funeral Home in Dyersville. Visitation will continue on Friday, January 16 from 11:30am to 12:30pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Dubuque, where a memorial service will follow at 1:00pm. A private burial will take place at a later date. 💙
His impact reached far beyond the classroom, touching the lives of students, staff, and communities across our district. We are grateful for his years of leadership, service, and commitment to education.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00pm on Thursday, January 15 at Kramer Morris Funeral Home in Dyersville. Visitation will continue on Friday, January 16 from 11:30am to 12:30pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Dubuque, where a memorial service will follow at 1:00pm. A private burial will take place at a later date. 💙
Thank you to all the families who submitted the preschool pre-registration form! ❤️
Our early childhood team will review submissions and contact families in the order forms were received. If you completed a form, please keep an eye on your email for details on next steps.
Haven’t filled out the form yet? There’s still time! Complete it online: https://forms.office.com/r/HmFmJE8sMu
Our early childhood team will review submissions and contact families in the order forms were received. If you completed a form, please keep an eye on your email for details on next steps.
Haven’t filled out the form yet? There’s still time! Complete it online: https://forms.office.com/r/HmFmJE8sMu
Our 4th and 5th grade students at Epworth Elementary are diving into great stories as part of this year’s Book Bowl! 📚
Each participant has the chance to read a selection of books and cast their vote for their favorite. It’s been wonderful to see the enthusiasm and conversations sparked by reading throughout our school!
Each participant has the chance to read a selection of books and cast their vote for their favorite. It’s been wonderful to see the enthusiasm and conversations sparked by reading throughout our school!
Ms. Bowles’s Physical Science Chemistry students explored periodic trends with flame tests! They tested seven known elements and one unknown to observe patterns and make connections to the periodic table.
By applying their knowledge of atomic structure, students took on the challenge of predicting atom behavior, just like real scientists! 🧪
By applying their knowledge of atomic structure, students took on the challenge of predicting atom behavior, just like real scientists! 🧪
January is National Mentoring Month!
Whether you're an educator, parent, community member, or professional, you have valuable experience to share. Consider becoming a mentor and helping a young person navigate their path to success. 🌱
Whether you're an educator, parent, community member, or professional, you have valuable experience to share. Consider becoming a mentor and helping a young person navigate their path to success. 🌱
