Last week our fourth graders traveled to the University of Dubuque to participate in the Go The Distance event. This event is designed for students to participate in physical fitness and sportsmanship with all fourth graders from the district. #wdbqschools
Tomorrow is our last day for penny wars. Thank you for your support in our Bobcat Service Day projects.
Congratulations to our 5th grade band students who performed solos at Sole & Ensemble Contest on Tuesday at Drexler Middle School. McCartney, Claire, Maya, Melody, Nora and Natalie all performed a solo and received superior and highly superior ratings. Way to go! #wdbqschools
As the school year winds down, here are the final academic dates for students in Western Dubuque:
May 15 – Last day for seniors
May 16 – Graduation practice for seniors
May 21 – Last day for 3-day preschool (1-hour early dismissal)
May 22 – Last day for 4-day preschool
May 23 – Last day for TK–11th grade students (2-hour early dismissal)
Please contact your child’s school with any questions. Let’s finish the year strong! #wdbqschools
We are having our annual Penny War competition to raise funds for our Bobcat Service Day projects. Thank you for your support!
We finished up with our Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress, ISASP, testing in our 3rd - 5th grade. These tests are given once a year to show student performance in the areas of reading, writing, language, math and science. Students were well prepared with their test preparation, morning activities, and positive note! Way to work hard! #wdbqschools
Mark your calendars for our Spring Music Concert!
Last week the Kindergarten students enjoyed learning about cowboys and cowgirls. They ended the week by dressing up and riding the horses they made earlier in the week. They had so much fun!
The WDCCSD school board has approved the 2025-2026 school calendar. Visit www.tinyurl.com/wdccsd2526calendars to view the K-12 and Preschool calendars. #wdbqschools
We provide a variety of learning opportunities for students! Learning may be large group instruction, small groups with a teacher or collaboration with other students. #wdbqschools
Here is our updated lunch menu for the week.
Out of an abundance of caution, Western Dubuque Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, March 5, due to anticipated dangerously high winds and blowing snow, creating hazardous travel conditions. Please stay safe.
The 4th and 5th graders finished up their archery unit in P.E. Students learned about the equipment, proper safety, scoring and practiced skills of archery. #wdbqschools
This past weekend, three Farley 5th grade band students performed at the Young Musicians Honor Band at Cedar Rapids Prairie High School. Congratulations to Claire, Nora, and Maya on their hard work preparing for and performing at their concert this weekend! #wdbqschools
Each month a group of staff members recognizes students for living the Bobcat Way. This month we recognized students for being SAFE and KIND during our assembly. #wdbqschools
Students have been working hard with Mr. Meyers in art class making beautiful art work that decorates our hallways!
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. #wdbqschools
Western Dubuque Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 13, due to additional heavy snowfall. We will continue to monitor weather conditions in the early morning and communicate as needed. Please stay safe in your travels. #wdbqschools
Western Dubuque Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, due to a winter storm warning and anticipated heavy snowfall. Please stay safe.
