
Kindergarten students at Dyersville Elementary recently enjoyed a special self-care day featuring activities focused on relaxation and health. 🧘





Epworth Elementary 3rd graders are enjoying Junior Achievement and the real-world connections it brings to the classroom!
In the first lesson taught by volunteer Rick Colpitts, students explored the many businesses, organizations, and workers needed to help a city thrive. They are already looking forward to the next four lessons and the opportunity to continue learning about how communities work together! 🏙️
In the first lesson taught by volunteer Rick Colpitts, students explored the many businesses, organizations, and workers needed to help a city thrive. They are already looking forward to the next four lessons and the opportunity to continue learning about how communities work together! 🏙️



March is Women's History Month, and we're proud to take part in this important observance. This month, we recognize the women whose leadership, resilience, and vision have contributed so much to the world we share today.

Kindergarten students at Farley Elementary have been exploring the world of 2D and 3D shapes! 🔺
By comparing shapes and identifying their attributes, students have been building a strong foundation in geometry. They also created imaginative pictures using geometric shapes, showcasing their understanding and creativity!
By comparing shapes and identifying their attributes, students have been building a strong foundation in geometry. They also created imaginative pictures using geometric shapes, showcasing their understanding and creativity!
Epworth Elementary 5th graders recently hosted their very own Potato Olympics! 🥔
Each student selected a potato and participated in a variety of Olympic-themed activities designed to reinforce measurement and data skills. This lesson helped students strengthen their understanding of key math concepts while having plenty of fun. We love seeing learning come to life in memorable ways! 🎉
Each student selected a potato and participated in a variety of Olympic-themed activities designed to reinforce measurement and data skills. This lesson helped students strengthen their understanding of key math concepts while having plenty of fun. We love seeing learning come to life in memorable ways! 🎉










WDHS Physical Science Chemistry students were hard at work collecting data to analyze for their finals. 🧪
Students completed six experiments, gathered detailed data, and classified each experiment by reaction type and energy changes. With five sections participating, nearly 300 experiments were conducted in just ONE day. We’re proud of the focus, collaboration, and scientific thinking demonstrated by our students!
Students completed six experiments, gathered detailed data, and classified each experiment by reaction type and energy changes. With five sections participating, nearly 300 experiments were conducted in just ONE day. We’re proud of the focus, collaboration, and scientific thinking demonstrated by our students!



We’re excited to celebrate National Reading Month! 📚
Reading builds knowledge, fuels creativity, and helps students grow in ways that extend far beyond the classroom. We're proud to encourage a love of reading in our schools every day!
Reading builds knowledge, fuels creativity, and helps students grow in ways that extend far beyond the classroom. We're proud to encourage a love of reading in our schools every day!

The Western Dubuque County Community School District joins the community in honoring the life of Doris Langel and recognizing her more than 30 years of service to our students, staff, and families. Through her dedication and kindness, she helped shape a supportive school community and touched the lives of many along the way. ❤️
Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00–7:00 p.m., and again on Monday from 9:00–10:00 a.m., with services on Monday at 10:30 a.m.
Doris’s influence will live on in the schools and communities she cared so deeply about. We extend our sincere condolences to the Langel family and to everyone whose lives she touched.
#wdbqschools
Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00–7:00 p.m., and again on Monday from 9:00–10:00 a.m., with services on Monday at 10:30 a.m.
Doris’s influence will live on in the schools and communities she cared so deeply about. We extend our sincere condolences to the Langel family and to everyone whose lives she touched.
#wdbqschools

Today is International Women's Day. We are grateful for the women who show up each day with strength, compassion, and purpose—in our classrooms, our offices, and our broader community. Thank you for all that you do!

Ms. Bowles’ Physical Science Chemistry students explored the Law of Conservation of Mass through a creative lab challenge! Students worked to prove that mass cannot be created or destroyed during the chemical reaction of Alka-Seltzer and water. 🧪
By designing and testing their own procedures, students demonstrated critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of scientific principles.
By designing and testing their own procedures, students demonstrated critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of scientific principles.



The Western Dubuque County Community School District joins our community in honoring the life and legacy of Mary Neuhaus and expressing gratitude for her more than 30 years of devoted service to our students, staff, and families. Her dedication, compassion, and steady leadership touched countless lives and helped shape the strength of our schools and community. ❤️
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 8 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., with services on Monday, March 9 at 10:30 a.m.
Mary’s influence will continue to be reflected in the students, educators, and community members she inspired for many years to come. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Neuhaus family and to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
#wdbqschools
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 8 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., with services on Monday, March 9 at 10:30 a.m.
Mary’s influence will continue to be reflected in the students, educators, and community members she inspired for many years to come. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Neuhaus family and to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
#wdbqschools

Sixth grade science students recently developed models and constructed rocket balloon cars to strengthen their understanding of forces in motion. Through experimenting, students explored how force and motion work together in real-world situations. 🚗

National School Breakfast Week is a great time to highlight how a nutritious breakfast helps students start the day focused and ready to learn. 🍎
Our school breakfast program provides balanced options that support energy, concentration, and overall wellbeing throughout the school day. Families are encouraged to take advantage of this convenient opportunity for students to enjoy breakfast at school.
Our school breakfast program provides balanced options that support energy, concentration, and overall wellbeing throughout the school day. Families are encouraged to take advantage of this convenient opportunity for students to enjoy breakfast at school.

Happy Maintenance/Mechanic Worker Appreciation Day to our outstanding maintenance team!
From maintaining our building and transportation systems to keeping our classrooms clean and comfortable, they work hard every day to make sure our schools are always at their best. THANK YOU!
From maintaining our building and transportation systems to keeping our classrooms clean and comfortable, they work hard every day to make sure our schools are always at their best. THANK YOU!

Today, we recognize and thank the teachers and staff who inspire our students, support our families, and make our schools such wonderful places to learn and grow.
Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 👏
Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 👏

Congratulations to our Cascade Junior High students who were recognized for outstanding collaboration, communication, and productivity in their Cougar Pride class this trimester. Their positive contributions help create a strong and supportive school culture! 🌟



Consuelo is going above and beyond to create a March Madness Picture Book bracket for her one-on-one student, Odette. She has designed a bulletin board and coordinated with teachers to involve peers in both the reading challenge and a classroom basketball tournament. 📚
Students will buddy read with Odette and work together to decide which books advance in the bracket, building meaningful connections along the way. We are grateful for Consuelo’s dedication and care in creating inclusive opportunities for students!
Students will buddy read with Odette and work together to decide which books advance in the bracket, building meaningful connections along the way. We are grateful for Consuelo’s dedication and care in creating inclusive opportunities for students!




Farley Elementary 5th graders recently gave back to the community by creating two tie blankets in Bobcat colors to donate to the Ronald McDonald House! Through this thoughtful project, students demonstrated kindness, teamwork, and a commitment to helping others. ❤️
We’re proud of our 5th graders for making a difference in the lives of families in need.
We’re proud of our 5th graders for making a difference in the lives of families in need.



Drexler Middle School recently wrapped up the trimester with a school assembly led by student leadership! Students planned and facilitated the event, creating a fun and positive way to celebrate accomplishments and build school spirit. 🎤
We’re proud of our student leaders for helping to make the event a success!
We’re proud of our student leaders for helping to make the event a success!
Happy School Social Work Week! The efforts of the school social workers at Keystone AEA have a lasting impact on the lives of our students and families.
Join us as we thank them for all they do! 🤗
Join us as we thank them for all they do! 🤗
