August is National Truancy Prevention Month, and we’re highlighting why regular attendance matters.
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!
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.
#wdbqschools
It’s State Tournament Game Day x2 for Cascade!
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 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
GAME DAY in Fort Dodge!
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
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!
#wdbqschools
STATE BOUND!
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!
#wdbqschools
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!
#wdbqschools
STATE BOUND!
The Western Dubuque softball team is headed to Fort Dodge after clinching a spot in the Iowa Class 4A State Tournament!
Congrats to our Bobcats on this incredible accomplishment—your hard work, grit, and teamwork have paid off!
#wdbqschools
It’s Game Day with a trip to state on the line!
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 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
STATE BOUND!
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
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
It’s an exciting week for summer athletics in Western Dubuque Schools!
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
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
Big-time energy across Western Dubuque Schools tonight!
The Bobcat baseball team opens Substate play at Farley Park, while the Bobcat softball team hosts their Regional Semifinal—same time, same place. Meanwhile, the Cougars head to Denver for the District 5 Final with a trip to Substate on the line.
Let’s show up, stay loud, and support our student-athletes as they leave it all on the field.
The postseason is here—and we’re just getting started. #wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Telegraph Herald
We hope the weather cooperates so we can compete today!
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!
#wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Telegraph Herald
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!
#wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Telegraph Herald
The Cougars are ready for the Class 2A Region 7 Semifinals! Come out and support Cascade Softball on Wednesday, July 9 at 7:00 PM. Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on at home as they take on the Bulldogs from MFL MarMac. #wdbqschools
Cougar Baseball is ready for the spotlight! Cascade takes on Iowa City Regina in the District 5 Semifinals this evening—Tuesday, July 8 at 7:00 PM in Iowa City. Let’s go, Cougars! #wdbqschools
Save the date! Chris & Nik Nikic are coming to Western Dubuque on August 21. Join us for an inspiring evening as Chris shares how he became the first person with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman—all by getting 1% better every day. Open to all! #wdbqschools
All of us in Western Dubuque Schools wish you a safe and meaningful 4th of July! Today we celebrate the freedoms we share and the strength we find in community. Happy Independence Day! #wdbqschools
Last night, in a powerful show of support, the Bobcat baseball team took the field against Cedar Rapids Prairie in a game dedicated to raising awareness for pediatric brain tumors. With added support from players, coaches, and families from Dubuque Hempstead, the event raised over $20,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
This event hit close to home. It was our way of rallying around Brett Harris, a senior-to-be, who has been courageously facing a brain tumor diagnosis since spring 2023.
The generosity, care, and unity on display last night were nothing short of inspiring.
#wdbqschools
This event hit close to home. It was our way of rallying around Brett Harris, a senior-to-be, who has been courageously facing a brain tumor diagnosis since spring 2023.
The generosity, care, and unity on display last night were nothing short of inspiring.
#wdbqschools
We’re excited to welcome Rich Hatcher back to Western Dubuque—pending school board approval—as the next Assistant Principal and Activities Director at Drexler Middle School!
Rich most recently served as principal of Kennedy Elementary in the Dubuque Community School District. Prior to that, he spent seven years as the assistant principal at Western Dubuque High School.
His commitment to students, staff, and our community makes him a great fit for DMS. Welcome back, Mr. Hatcher!
#wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Dubuque Community School District
We are thrilled to recognize Mr. Ryan Hoerner, a dedicated educator and coach at Western Dubuque High School, on receiving the prestigious 2025 Wickham Educational Service Award.
Mr. Hoerner's commitment to student success, both in the classroom and on the field, has left a lasting mark on our community. His passion for teaching and mentoring has inspired countless students to achieve their best.
Join us in congratulating Mr. Hoerner on this well-deserved recognition! #wdbqschools
Photo Credit: Dyersville Commercial
May is School Board Recognition Month, and we’re proud to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who help guide our district forward.
Thank you to our Western Dubuque School Board members for your leadership, service, and commitment to students:
• Mark Tilson, Vice President
• Mike Rea
• Kari Krogman
• Jody Willging
• Jessica Pape, President
You are a guiding light for student success, and we are grateful for all you do! #wdbqschools
