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
24 days ago, WDCCSD
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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!
24 days ago, WDCSD
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. ❤️
25 days ago, WDCSD
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
25 days ago, WDCSD
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!
26 days ago, WDCSD
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. 🎉
26 days ago, WDCSD
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. 🔢
26 days ago, WDCSD
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! ❤️
26 days ago, WDCSD
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! 💡
26 days 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!
26 days ago, WDCSD
Red and purple design reads “Random Acts of Kindness Day – February 17, 2026,” with hands forming a heart and the Western Dubuque logo.
High school students are working with 2nd graders at Cascade Elementary to build problem-solving skills through fun activities! Students are building meaningful connections while strengthening teamwork and collaboration. 🤝
26 days ago, WDCSD
Two older students sit on the floor with a younger student building a structure with balancing sticks near school lockers.
A student and child work together to stack plastic cups using a teamwork challenge involving strings.
Our School Board had the opportunity to hear from Cascade High School student leaders during last week’s building visit. Their presentation highlighted mentoring, school culture initiatives, community outreach, and the skills they are building through real-world leadership experiences.

This marks the Board’s 6th building visit, with two more to go as School Board members continue connecting with students and staff across the district. We are proud of the voice, ownership, and impact of our students. 💙💛
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Dyersville Elementary 3rd graders are busy in science, dissecting owl pellets to learn more about food chains and animal habitats. This activity helps students sharpen their observation skills and discover what owls eat in the wild. 🦉
28 days ago, WDCSD
Two students smile at the camera while examining materials on a paper plate at their desks.
Two students work together and smile while sorting small objects on a plate during class.
A student holds up a small item and smiles next to a classmate as they analyze materials on a plate.
Two students grin while examining pieces on a plate for a classroom activity.
Smiling students work together at a desk, sorting through materials wearing plastic gloves.
A pair of students examine contents on a plate and worksheet during a hands-on activity.
Two smiling students work together at their desk with a paper plate of material and a sorting worksheet.
We’re hiring a Director of Transportation to help lead and strengthen our operations across Western Dubuque Schools.

This leadership role oversees transportation services for 3,600+ students across eight schools and 555 square miles. We’re looking for someone with strong experience in transportation operations, routing and fleet oversight, team leadership, and regulatory compliance—someone who can manage priorities, develop people, and ensure safe, reliable service for our students each day.

Salary range: $75,000–$85,000 with comprehensive benefits
Application deadline: March 5
Apply: tinyurl.com/wdtransportation
Full job description here: https://aptg.co/5qmx1Y

Join a district grounded in strong community values, a people-first mindset, and a commitment to opportunities for all. If you—or someone you know—are ready to lead a high-impact team and support student success every day, we encourage you to apply or reach out with questions. Learn more about our school district in this video: www.tinyurl.com/wdccsd2024.

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First grade students at Cascade Elementary had a wonderful opportunity to learn about bunnies during a special visit from Cascade High School FFA students! 🐰

Hands-on learning and connections across grade levels made it a memorable experience for all.
28 days ago, WDCSD
Young students in pajamas sit in a circle on a colorful classroom rug, gently petting a small rabbit.
On School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to Officer Sara Kamm for the remarkable work she does for our students and schools each day.

We are so grateful to have her on our team! 🤝
28 days ago, WDCSD
School Resource Officers Appreciation Day message with photos of Officer Sara Kamm interacting with students and a thank you note.