From practicing morning routines to reading together at night, every little step builds confidence and excitement for the year ahead.
Our first day of school is Monday, August 25. We look forward to welcoming our new kindergarteners into the classroom! 😊
Morgan joins our food service team, helping to create a welcoming and supportive environment for students each day. We are happy to have her as part of our focus on people first. 🍎
National Immunization Awareness Month reminds us that good health starts with prevention. 🩺
All students entering 7th-12th grade need to have the meningococcal vaccine before the first day of school.
Students entering 7th grade also need the TDAP vaccination before the first day of school.
Documentation of a valid Certificate of Immunization Exemption (religious or medical) or Provisional Certificate of Immunization may be submitted in lieu of a Certificate of Immunization.
As we prepare to go back to school, schedule a checkup and talk to your child’s doctor to make sure their vaccinations are up to date!
If you have questions, please contact your school nurse:
👉CES, CJSHS: Jenni Green at jenni.green@wdbqschools.org 👉DES: Jacque Domeyer at jacque.domeyer@wdbqschools.org
👉DMIS, FES: Tara Noonan at tara.noonan@wdbqschools.org
👉WDHS: Ashley Ramler at ashley.ramler@wdbqschools.org
👉EES, PES: Laura Ryan at laura.ryan@wdbqschools.org
Sarah will be serving as a paraprofessional in special education, supporting students as they grow academically and socially. We are excited to see the positive impact she will have on our school community. 🎉
Their dedication to supporting young people makes our entire community stronger. Thank you for all you do! 🙏
Want to help your child maintain strong attendance this school year? Here are some tips:
🛏️ Establish a consistent bedtime routine
👕 Prepare clothes and backpacks the night before
☀️ Create a calm morning routine that reduces stress
Small changes can lead to big improvements in getting to school on time and ready to learn!
This intentional investment in our greatest resource—our people—ensures every new face joins our mission, vision, and values with purpose.
Welcome to the team! Here’s to making a difference together in 2025-26. 🎉
When students come to school each day, they benefit from:
✅ Consistent academic progress
✅ Stronger relationships with peers and staff
✅ Increased confidence and participation
✅ Better long-term outcomes
Need help with attendance? Contact your child’s school office. We’re here to support you!
The Unified Activity Federation—comprised of the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU), Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA), and Iowa High School Speech Association (IHSSA)—has designated Sunday, July 27 through Sunday, August 3, 2024, as the official Summer Non-Contact Period across the state of Iowa.
Now in its fourth year, this annual break provides a consistent pause in scheduled activities, giving students, coaches, and staff members the opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy time away from structured programs.
During this weeklong period, Western Dubuque Community School District will suspend all activities, including:
Camps, clinics, workouts, strength and conditioning, lessons, team or individual meetings.
We encourage our families to use this time to relax, reflect, and prepare for the exciting year ahead. Thank you for supporting this shared commitment to student well-being and balance.
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The Cougar Baseball team kicks things off at 11:00 AM in Carroll vs. Underwood, followed by Cougar Softball at 3:00 PM in Fort Dodge vs. West Lyon!
Let’s go, Cougars—your community is behind you! #wdbqschools
The Western Dubuque Bobcats are ready to take the field in the Class 4A State Tournament! After an incredible postseason run, they’re set to battle North Polk in the quarterfinals.
📍 Harlan Rodgers Sports Complex
🗓️ July 21, 2025
🕐 12:45 PM
Let’s go, Bobcats—play with pride and leave it all on the field! #wdbqschools
It’s Game Day with a trip to state on the line!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats take on Dubuque Wahlert tonight in a Class 3A Substate Final showdown.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 McAleece Park Complex – Dubuque
KDST Radio 99.3 will broadcast the game - www.kdstradio.com
Let’s bring the energy and pack the park—state tournament dreams are on the line! Let’s go, Bobcats!
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The Cascade baseball team is headed to Carroll after clinching a spot in the Iowa Class 2A State Tournament for the third time in the last four years!
Congrats to our Cougars on this tremendous achievement—your effort, perseverance, and teamwork have made a difference! Let's go, Cougars!
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The Western Dubuque Bobcats and Cascade Cougars are each just one win away from a state tournament berth as they take the field tonight.
– Western Dubuque Softball vs. Fort Dodge | 7:00 PM | Fort Dodge
– Cascade Baseball vs. Grundy Center | 7:00 PM | Vinton-Shellsburg
Let’s go, Bobcats and Cougars! Finish strong. #wdbqschools
The bats were hot as the Cougars rolled past Beckman 13-3 in 4 innings to punch their ticket to the Iowa Class 2A State Softball Tournament! Congratulations to the Cascade Cougar softball team on this incredible achievement! The Cougars will take the field in Fort Dodge on Tuesday, July 22. #wdbqschools
Four of our teams are battling for a trip to the State Tournament:
JULY 14
Cascade Softball vs. Beckman Catholic – 7:00 PM @ Beckman HS
Class 2A Region 7 Final – Winner advances to State!
WDHS Baseball vs. Maquoketa – 7:00 PM @ Farley Park
Class 3A Substate Semifinal
JULY 15
Cascade Baseball vs. Grundy Center – 7:00 PM @ Vinton Shellsburg
Class 2A Substate 3 Final – Winner advances to State!
WDHS Softball vs. Fort Dodge – 7:00 PM @ Fort Dodge
Class 4A Region 8 Final – Winner advances to State!
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and support our Cougars and Bobcats!
#wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Dyersville Commercial
The Bobcat Baseball team takes on CPU in the Substate 4 Quarterfinals at Farley Park, while Cougar Softball hosts the Region 7 Semifinal at Cascade against Maquoketa Valley—both on Friday, July 11.
We're closely monitoring the weather and will share any schedule changes as soon as possible. Stay tuned and stay flexible!
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Photo Credit: Telegraph Herald
