This past Tuesday, we had the pleasure of hosting our first "Legacy Lunch" at Drexler! It was a luncheon to celebrate all of the contributions of both current and retired staff from our building!
Good luck to our Bobcat Archery State Qualifiers who will be in Des Moines this weekend!
Today Cascade and Drexler came together to listen public speaker Captain Scott Frank talk about social media and online safety. The kids were great and took away a lot of useful information.
#drexlerms #wdbobcat #wdbqschools
Science Fair Round 2
The second round of the DMS Science Fair happened last Thursday, February 20, 2025. Students presented their projects to community members and staff to be judged. There were approximately 40 students that made it to round 2! We appreciate the judges that took time out of their day to come in for us!
(by Journalism students: Brynlee Leibold, and Carly Smothers)
Congratulations to these 6th grade students on a wonderful performance at the Young Musicians Honor Band this weekend at Cedar Rapids Prairie High School: Amalia Wolfe, Logan Winkleblack, Abigail Welter, Branden Adams, and Greyson Schroeder.
Please note, due to scheduling conflicts, the DMS Choir Concert is now at 7:30pm on Tuesday, February 25th! Please also see the attached map for parking.
Due to cold temperatures and low wind chills, Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18. Please plan accordingly and stay safe.
The staff's "secret dress up day" was "Socks & Sandals". The kids had many ideas of what tomorrow's theme will be!
Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, due to extremely cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills. Please take extra precautions and stay safe during your morning commute. #wdbqschools
As a reminder, there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21. #wdbqschools
Drexler Middle School's leadership class led an inspiring effort, raising funds through their annual fundraiser to purchase gifts for Western Dubuque families. A great example of students making a difference in our community! Full video: www.tinyurl.com/dmsgivingback #wdbqschools
DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR YEARBOOKS!
Tis the season to purchase a yearbook! Walsworth has graciously extended our deadline to January 17, 2025. 🙂 Purchase on Campus for $17.00 before this date to ensure your child gets a yearbook this school year.
Here are the steps for ordering:
Login to Infinite Campus
Click on the 3 lines, top left corner
Click Fees
At bottom of Fees window, click Optional Payments
Choose DMS Yearbook, towards the bottom
Add to cart
Then follow payment instructions
Order your yearbook today!
Thank you,
The DMS Yearbook Staff
Western Dubuque Schools will have a 2-hour delay today (Monday, December 16), due to dense fog and limited visibility. Please drive safely and take extra precautions while traveling. #wdbqschools
Upcoming Events in WDCCSD:
Wednesday, November 27: No School - Teacher Comp. Day
Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29: No School - Thanksgiving Holiday (All district buildings closed)
Monday, December 2: Classes resume
Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving!
As we reach the end of the first trimester, we're proud of all that our students and staff have accomplished in the first twelve weeks of school! Let's take this time to recharge, reflect, and get ready for even more learning and growth in the upcoming trimesters. As a reminder: there will be no school on Thursday, November 14, and Friday, November 15. Classes will resume on Monday, November 18. #wdbqschools
In the WDCCSD, we're committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment that nurtures our students' social, emotional, and behavioral development. 9 out of 10 of our families already recognize these efforts, and we're striving to make it 10 out of 10 for all. Together, we continue to build a safe, welcoming, and growth-oriented district for every student. #wdbqschools
Wishing all candidates the best of luck on election day. Today is a celebration of our electoral process and the commitment of each candidate to serve our communities. To all who are casting their votes, thank you for participating and making your voices heard. #wdbqschools
As we close out National Principals Month in the WDCCSD, we want to recognize our Central Office leadership team for the essential support they provide to our building leaders. Their dedication and leadership play a vital role in ensuring continual growth across Western Dubuque Schools. We are grateful for their commitment behind the scenes in supporting our principals and schools. #wdbqschools
Today, we recognize Cole Pederson, Assistant Principal/Activities Director at DMS. His quote, "Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it." inspires a positive mindset in our school community. Thank you for your positive influence, Mr. Pederson! #wdbqschools
It's National School Bus Safety Week! Our incredible transportation team hauls our most precious cargo across 555 square miles daily in #wdbqschools. We rely on the dedication of 40 drivers, 15 substitutes, 3 mechanics, 1 director, 1 assistant director, and 1 transportation secretary to safely operate 31 morning routes and 34 afternoon routes, covering 1,931.5 miles every day.
With 2,356 students transported daily, we couldn't be more grateful for their steadfast commitment to safety and excellence. Let's take a moment to thank them for their hard work and remind ourselves to prioritize bus safety every day!
