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!
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Photo Credit: Dubuque Community School District
Saying "goodbye" is never easy-- especially when they aren't just incredible coworkers, but incredible teammates who have become like family! We had a staff breakfast this past Friday to honor and celebrate Sandy Waller and Merle Besler on their upcoming and much-deserved retirement. Sandy served our district for the past 22 years, with the past 15 being at Drexler! Merle served our district for the past 10 years, with the past 6 of them also at Drexler! Sandy will be retiring from her role as the DMS Kitchen Manager and Merle will be retiring from his role as DMS Lead Custodian. Sandy and Merle are both unsung heroes who both work tirelessly behind the scenes, to keep our students and staff fed, smiling, and ready to learn or teach each day in a safe, clean and well-maintained school. All of us at DMS will miss you both and we wish you best of luck in your future endeavors!
✏️✂️🖇️School Supply List for the 2025/2026 school year🎒📒🎧
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🎉📚 What a Year! 📚🎉
As the school year comes to a close, we just want to say THANK YOU to our amazing students, dedicated teachers, supportive families, and incredible staff! ❤️
From the first bell to the final project, this year was filled with growth, learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories. 🌟
Here’s to the friendships made, the challenges overcome, and the goals achieved. We’re so proud of everything our school community has accomplished! 🙌
Enjoy your summer—you’ve earned it! ☀️😎
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On May 22nd, Mr. Bergan's class joined leadership students from Mr. Davidson's class for a Peer Pathways Fishing and Hiking Day at the Dyersville Sportsmans Club. Fish were caught, connections were made, and fun was had! Special thanks to our paraprofessionals for being there to support this great event! (Mr. Bergan even got to enjoy some time on the play equipment with the students!) #drexlerms #wdbqschools
🎉 Bobcats Celebrate ISASP Growth! 🎉
This week, students and staff came together to CELEBRATE all the incredible growth shown on ISASP tests!
We hosted a fun assembly, and students who showed growth were entered for a chance to pie a staff member of their choice! 🥧
What an exciting way to recognize the hard work and progress made this year.
❤️ It’s always a great day to be a Bobcat! 🐾 #drexlerms #wdbqschools
Beth Ernzen was here from the Dubuque County Optimist Club to present awards to students that made the highest growth in Language Arts and Math areas. In 6th grade from left to right: Trey Overmann, Divya Goswami, Bentley Behnke, and Owen Kluesner. 7th grade left to right: Lucy Wilhelm, Natalie Salow, Peyton Willenbring, August Faulkner. From 8th grade: Taneah Robinson, Jake Freiburger, Gerald Espinoza Rosalez, Ray Rahe. Students won a certificate and a Kennedy Mall certificate. Congratulations to them all, we are proud of you!
Tomorrow (Thursday) all 7th graders need to turn in their computers & charger for the summer!
‼️💻Don’t forget that all 6th and 8th grade students need to turn in their computers tomorrow! 7th grade will turn theirs in on Thursday.
Yesterday our 7th graders got to go to Maquoketa Caves for their end of the year field trip. Lots of fun was had by all!
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The 6th graders went on the annual DMS Camp Little Cloud trip last week! While at camp, the students got an experience filled with adventure, teamwork, and lots of fun! The students got to explore the great outdoors, bond over the campfire, make tie-dye shirts, make dream catchers, make handmade soap, learn about archery, do some outdoor cooking, along with many other activities. We hope the students had an experience that was all about learning, growing, and making memories to last a lifetime! #drexlerms #wdbqschools
The Dubuque County Sheriff K-9 officer came to DMS yesterday to put on a demonstration for our 6th graders. Very interesting! Thank you, Officer Harward, we appreciate your time!
Attention current 8th grade athletes: There is a Summer Strength and Conditioning Program at WDHS! This is a great opportunity to get you ready for your upcoming high school seasons!
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Last week we celebrated all of our amazing teachers that we have at Drexler! We have some of the best educators and staff that make up our Drexler family! #drexlerms #wdbqschools
Yesterday, we were excited to welcome our 5th graders with a fun and engaging student-led transition day! Students took part in a school tour, PowerPoint presented by our current leadership students, and a student panel where they could ask them questions. It was a wonderful day full of laughter and smiles! Big thanks to all our students who helped make today special. #drexlerms #wdbqschools
This week we celebrate and honor our two incredible school nurses that we are so fortunate to have at Drexler! They help to ensure our students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Their dedication does not go unnoticed or unappreciated! You make a difference every day, and we are so grateful for all that you do. ❤️
Yesterday was Lunch Lady Appreciation Day!
All of us at Drexler would like to extend a HUGE thank you to the incredible women who keep our students fed, smiling, and ready to learn every day! From early mornings to busy lunch lines, their hard work and kindness never go unnoticed or unappreciated! We hope you enjoyed your treats and know how incredible and invaluable you all are to us!
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Last Friday, April 25 two Drexler track and field relay teams went to the Drake Relays in Des Moines. The girls team consists of Josie Wulfekuhle, Addison Gunsolly, Lauren Ginter, and Evelyn Biver, with the alternate of Avery Wulfekuhle. The girls team ran a 55.27 time and got 15th place. The boys' team consist of Elliot Kenndy, Milo Schroeder, Dace Murray, and Peter Stuntz, with the alternate of Brayden Kloser. The boys team ran a 48.72 time and placed 8th. Great job to everyone that participated in Drake Relays! #drexlerms @wdschools
(written by Journalism students: Noah Bonert and Ethan Michaels)
Congratulations on our May Students of the Month! Each month a selected group of teachers, paras, and other staff members in the building nominate a student that they feel is showing qualities of that particular month's "theme". May's theme is "empathy". Congratulations to these students for being excellent leaders and role models to their peers!
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