During their novel study of “The Great Depression,” Cascade Elementary 4th graders in Mrs. Payne’s class worked with a partner to construct a timeline of events that reflected their learning. This activity helped students deepen their understanding of an important period in history. 📚
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Two students sit on a classroom rug, gluing historical event cards onto a bright poster board for a timeline project.
Students arrange and glue printed event cards and photos in order while reading from a booklet at a classroom table.
Small group of students kneel on the rug, organizing historical event cards into a chronological timeline.
Two colorful poster boards display a completed timeline of Great Depression events with captions and black-and-white photos.
Dyersville Elementary 2nd graders had an up-close look at a butterfly during science class as they studied the life cycle. This brought students’ learning to life and sparked great questions about each stage of development. 🦋
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Group of students gather closely, smiling and watching a butterfly resting gently on a teacher’s hand in the classroom.
Career and Technical Education Month is a great time to spotlight Civil Engineering and Architecture and the hands-on learning it offers students! In this course, students explore residential and commercial building design through real-world projects, teamwork, and technical documentation while learning industry standards and communication methods.

Students also use 3D design software, Revit, to design solutions and bring their ideas to life. This year, Civil Engineering and Architecture serves 19 students across sophomore, junior, and senior grade levels as they prepare for future opportunities in engineering and architecture careers.
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Cascade Elementary 2nd graders recently observed mealworms in science class! 🐛
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Students gather around a kidney-shaped table using plastic spoons to examine worms on paper plates during a classroom science activity.
Three students work closely together inspecting worms and dirt on plates, with a plastic container of mealworms in the foreground.
Two students smile while using plastic spoons to explore worms on plates, participating in a hands-on science lesson.
Students at Cascade Elementary are diving into great books and even greater conversations through literacy circles! This gives students the opportunity to collaborate with their peers, share perspectives, and deepen their understanding of the novel they are reading together. 📚
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Students sit comfortably on the classroom floor, reading books independently. Some lean against the wall while others relax on bean bags in the back, focused on their reading.
Western Dubuque Schools will be closed today, Friday, February 20, due to a winter storm warning that includes blowing snow and slick travel conditions.

The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Please use caution if you must travel and stay safe.
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Western Dubuque High School is proud to share that our boys bowling team is headed to the state tournament! 🎳

Congratulations to Coach Kramer and our bowlers on an outstanding season and this well-earned accomplishment. Their hard work, focus, and commitment continue to make our district proud.

A special shoutout to Devon Rubner for qualifying for state individually as well. What a tremendous achievement for our student-athletes and program. Let’s go, Bobcats!
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Farley Elementary 5th graders recently participated in an all-school bowling day after learning about bowling during PE! They put their skills into action with a full bowling experience at Cobra Lanes in Farley. 🎳
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Western Dubuque High School is proud to congratulate senior Luke Boyle on being named a National Merit Finalist and a 2026 Coca-Cola Scholar! 🎓 Luke was selected from the regional finalist pool of 250 students and he is one of the 150 Coca Cola Scholars for 2026. #wdbqschools
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Luke Boyle
Second grade students at Dyersville Elementary are learning about aviation! They recently put their knowledge to the test by building and flying their own paper airplanes. ✈️

Students explored design, flight, and problem-solving as they tested which plane could soar the farthest!
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Students line up beside their teacher, holding paper airplanes and preparing to test their designs in class.
Teacher gives instructions as students stand in a row holding paper airplanes in a classroom activity.
What’s going to work? Teamwork! 🤝

Students at Cascade Elementary worked together during team-building exercises and read University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) decodable passages together in class to improve their reading skills this week!
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Two elementary students sit on the classroom floor smiling, each holding an open binder with colorful schoolwork displayed.
Groups of students in a classroom participate in a team-building activity, standing in small circles with arms around each other.
Earlier this school year, our classrooms were filled with holiday cheer as students and families came together for festive learning and fun! 🎄

We are grateful for the strong partnerships and special memories that continue to make our school community shine. ❤️
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Families and students gather at cafeteria tables working on activities together in a school gymnasium decorated for the holidays.
A class of students wearing festive clothing sit around a large group of tables, playing a holiday-themed game.
Career and Technical Education Month highlights the hands-on learning happening in our Intro to Engineering and Design course. Students use Autodesk Inventor and the design process to solve real-world problems while building skills in teamwork, communication, quality control, and technical documentation. 🏗️

This year, the course serves 43 students across grade levels as they explore future opportunities in design engineering and related careers!
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February is Black History Month, a time to recognize the vital role African Americans have played in shaping our nation's story. We encourage our community to engage with this important history together.

Learn more: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/black-history-month
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Purple and red design reads “February is Black History Month,” with Western Dubuque Schools logo.
Third grade classes at Cascade Elementary recently enjoyed storytime in the library with Mrs. Kraai. 📚

It’s always great to see students exploring their love of reading in a welcoming space!
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A large group of young students sits attentively on the library floor while a woman at the front reads from a book, surrounded by bookshelves.
Today we celebrate Chinese New Year and the arrival of the Year of the Horse! Wishing everyone in our community who is celebrating good health and success. 🎉
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Red and gold design reads “Happy Chinese New Year,” with lanterns, stylized horses, floral accents, and the WDCSD logo at bottom.
Second graders at Dyersville Elementary created and explored different growing patterns during math class. Through hands-on activities, they strengthened their understanding of sequencing, problem-solving, and number relationships. 🔢
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Student with colorful hair clips builds number models using linking cubes at her classroom desk.
Two students collaborate, arranging colored math tiles in repeating patterns on their desks.
Small group of students observe geometric shapes made from pattern blocks during a classroom activity.
Several students gather around desks, working together to build a tall structure with linking cubes.
Dyersville Elementary 5th graders creatively designed their own Valentine’s Day boxes, and judges selected the top three winners. Students also participated in Valentine’s Day-themed minute-to-win-it challenges as a fun classroom incentive.

Congratulations to our winning team for their great teamwork and enthusiasm! ❤️
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Three boys stand arm in arm smiling in front of a “Minute to Win It” classroom challenge board with colorful heart labels.
Three students stand behind handmade cardboard arcade games, including a claw machine and mini basketball hoop, on a classroom table.
A table displays creative student-made arcade boxes, including a claw machine, monster-themed game, donut box, and heart-shaped design.
A little friendly competition brought extra excitement to math workshop at Cascade Elementary as students faced off in a boys versus girls workplace game! 💡
2 months ago, WDCSD
A group of young students gathers around an interactive whiteboard, collaborating on a classroom activity involving a chart labeled "Girls vs. Boys" with a clock at the top.
Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Let's all take a moment to be intentional about spreading positivity and showing care for those around us. ❤️

Thank you to our school community for your commitment to kindness every single day!
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Red and purple design reads “Random Acts of Kindness Day – February 17, 2026,” with hands forming a heart and the Western Dubuque logo.