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.
Dyersville Elementary celebrated Read Across America Day with a variety of special reading activities throughout the school, including welcoming guest readers Mrs. Hillebrand and Dr. Butler! 📚
Today, on 3.14, we celebrate the number that goes on forever—just like our students' potential. Happy Pi Day! 🥧
Students in Mr. Atwater’s Carpentry 3 class at Western Dubuque High School wrapped up trimester 2 by completing some impressive custom woodworking projects. 🛠️
Throughout the 12-week trimester, students selected their own design, ordered materials, and brought their ideas to life. The final projects highlight both creativity and craftsmanship developed throughout the course!
Throughout the 12-week trimester, students selected their own design, ordered materials, and brought their ideas to life. The final projects highlight both creativity and craftsmanship developed throughout the course!
Our School Board had a great visit to Drexler Middle School as part of its seventh building visit of the year.
The Drexler team shared how they are meeting the needs of students while helping them stay connected, engaged, and excited to be at school. Highlights included the WIN (What I Need) period, excel classes, and the school’s strength and conditioning program, all designed to support students academically, socially, and physically.
We appreciate the leadership of the Drexler staff and the opportunity for our board to see this work in action. Great things are happening for kids! 👏
During our recent professional learning day, Farley Elementary invited paraprofessionals to engage in learning and collaboration at both the building and district levels!
These dedicated team members make a tremendous difference for students each day, and including them in professional learning opportunities strengthens our entire district. We’re grateful for their commitment to supporting student success! 📚
These dedicated team members make a tremendous difference for students each day, and including them in professional learning opportunities strengthens our entire district. We’re grateful for their commitment to supporting student success! 📚
