Bett District Update

BHS Surround Sound Trivia Night - There's No Business Like Show Business Friday, Sept. 12. Tanglewood Hills Pavilion - 4250 Middle Road. https://tinyurl.com/SS-trivia-25

Support the Student Hunger Drive this Saturday, Sept 13, from 11 am – 2 pm at Bettendorf Fareway. PV & Bett students are teaming up to grill hot dogs & hamburgers — all for a great cause! 💛💙 #BettPride #PVStrong #StudentHungerDrive

Bettendorf Middle School Suicide Prevention Walk

Learn the warning signs, ⚠️normalize help-seeking, and let people know there are proven treatments that work. Healing isn’t the same for everyone. It’s a personal journey. 👣 Why Talking About Suicide Should Be Normalized

Agenda | Live Stream

• Administrative Center Student Art Gallery Student Artists & Teachers - Directors recognized the student artists whose work is featured in the Administrative Center Art Gallery for the 2025–26 school year and the dedicated art teachers who inspire and support these students in their creative expression.
• Arts in Education Week Sept. 14-20 - In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, Bettendorf Community School District students and teachers shared their passion for and appreciation of the arts, including music, visual arts, theater, and robotics offered throughout the district, and recognized the role of arts education in enriching student learning, expression, and school culture.
• In Honor of 9/11 - Building Safety, Relationships & Trust in Our Schools - Bettendorf Police and School Resource Officer Jeremy Salsberry shared how the SRO supports school safety, builds relationships with students and staff, and partners with district leadership to promote a positive and secure learning environment across all schools.
• IT Professionals Day - Sept. 16 - Directors recognized our incredible technology team for all they do to support the district throughout the year.
• BHS Student Awarded Runner-Up in Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature's Paul Engle Day: Glory of the Senses Essay Contest - Bettendorf High School 11th Grader, Lucy Wolf has been selected as a runner-up in the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature’s Paul Engle Day: Glory of the Senses Essay Contest. The prize is a $500 cash scholarship to be used at the school of her choice. Her essay earned one of the top scores from among entries to the contest. The essays were judged by a panel from ACT.

The board approved the donation of an Orion SkyQuest XX12i Dobsonian telescope to the high school planetarium and science departments. This telescope is a deep-sky observing telescope that is also portable, making it ideal for student learning. This telescope was donated to the district by John R. Turner, a retired college professor with grandchildren in the district.

• City of Bettendorf Police Department Referendum - Jim Spelhaug shared information about the need for a new police station and the upcoming referendum. The Board shared a resolution reaffirming the district's partnership with the Bettendorf Police Department and their work to maintain and improve the safety of our community.
• Operations Summer Project Review - Scott Martin, director of operations, shared an overview of all the campus projects completed over the summer.
• Director of Technology Presentation - Ben Reller, director of technology, visited with the board about the technology staff, a recap of their summer projects, and their goals for the 2025-26 school year.
• BCSD 2025 Legislature Priorities - Directors discussed and approved their 2025-26 legislative priorities, including: school funding, school start date, alignment educational savings account, open enrollment date, and education standards and accountability.

Arts in Education Week honors the power of the arts in learning and personal growth. Whether it’s music, visual arts, theater, creative writing, robotics, or other programs and classes, the arts enrich our classrooms and inspire creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

We are proud to celebrate the talented students, passionate educators, and vibrant programs that make the arts a vital part of our schools. Join us in recognizing the impact of arts education and the joy it brings to our school community!

Check out our video with students and staff sharing their passion for the arts. We are #BETTerTogether

Homecoming shirts & spirit wear are ON SALE now thru Sept 15!
💥 Grab a bright color to match the NEON student section theme for the game.
🛍️ Order now ➡️ https://bit.ly/BHSHoco25

Join us in honoring our technology professionals for all their incredible work. They keep us connected, protected & running smoothly every day. Your behind-the-scenes work makes a BIG difference. We appreciate all you do! #BettPride We are #BETTerTogether!

We are hosting our first blood drive at BHS on September 16th. The QCA Community and all BHS students age 16 and older are encouraged to donate. Donations only take an average of 45 minutes and you could help 3 people with the amount of blood you donate in that time. Sign up here now! Email Haleigh Hoyt with any questions (hhoyt@bettendorf.k12.ia.us).

On Tues., Sept. 16, the Iowa Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Bettendorf High School auditorium, 3333 18th St. The oral arguments are open to the public and will begin at 7 pm. The court will hear attorneys argue in the following case: State Public Defender v. Iowa District Court for Scott County, case number 25-0011 from Scott County District Court. Learn more

🎀 Join the Bulldog Cheerleaders for a day full of spirit! 🎀
Little Bulldogs Cheer Clinic — open to all K–8 students!
📅 Clinic: Wed, Sept 17
📣 Cheer: Fri, Sept 19 at the freshmen game
💲 $40 (includes a t-shirt)
👉 Register: https://forms.gle/yjauYLwA8vqbNN849

#GoBulldogs #CheerClinic #LittleBulldogs

Serving on a school board is a challenging job that requires leadership, vision and dedication. A school board member is entrusted with one of the most important responsibilities that can be assigned to a citizen: ensuring that Iowa schools help students reach high levels of educational achievement.

Four positions on the Bettendorf Board of Education are up for election on November 4: three four-year terms, and one two-year term. Learn more

Join our nurses for an Epilepsy Foundation fundraiser at Panda Express 10 am - 9:30 pm on Tues., Sept., 23. Ordering online - use code 3846891. In person - show this post

Come out and support Grant Wood McTeacher Night 5-7 pm on Tuesday, Sept 30 at McDonald's at 2185 53rd Ave., Bettendorf. We are #BETTerTogether

• Every MS student will receive a color packet! Color packet purchases and donations can be made online and in the BMS front office with cash or check.
• Color Run apparel is available for sale through Thursday, 9/25
• More event details can be found here.

Questions can be sent to bmsparentlink@gmail.com

This Fall's Color Run promises to be Bigger & Brighter!

We are seeking a donation of a bandsaw for our Bettendorf Middle School Industrial Technology Class!

Our students are currently engaged in an exciting hands-on STEM project: designing and building CO₂ dragsters. To support this project and ensure students can safely and accurately shape their car bodies, we are seeking a donation of a bandsaw. Access to this equipment would greatly enhance the learning experience by allowing students to work with precision and develop valuable technical skills.

If you or your organization have a bandsaw (in working condition) that you're willing to donate—or know someone who might—we would be incredibly grateful. Your support would directly impact the education and creativity of our young designers.

Thank you for considering our request. Please contact BCSD Career Readiness Coordinator Haleigh Hoyt (hhoyt@bettendorf.k12.ia.us) if you have any questions or need further information.

Join our team and experience the rewarding role of guiding and inspiring young minds! Apply Here - https://bit.ly/BettHiring

Reconnect, engage, give back! With BettConnect, a joint initiative by Bettendorf Community School District and Foundation, alumni can now connect while supporting current students. Let's bridge the gap and build a stronger community! BettConnect.com #AlumniPower #BETTerTogether

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BHS grads, it's time to show your Bulldog pride! 🐾 Purchase your BHS Alumni t-shirt from the Bulldog Booster online store today and wear your pride loud and proud! #BHSAlumni #BulldogPride #BettPride - https://bit.ly/BulldogBoostersOnlineStore

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Safe+Sound Iowa is a free anonymous K-12 school safety reporting system to help prevent violence, unlawful possession of weapons, self-harm, and other forms of victimization and threatening behaviors in schools across Iowa. Students, school staff, parents, and concerned community members can report safety concerns three ways:

1. Downloading and using the free Safe+Sound Iowa app
2. Going to SafeandSoundIowa.gov, or
3. Calling 800-224-6018

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There's an app for that! Apple | Android

The Bettendorf Community Schools app is now available for download! Check out news, events, staff, alerts, athletic calendars, links to the district and school websites, and more. Select the option to receive school notifications by school through the app.

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Get Your Bulldog Gear!

Check out the Bett Boosters Online Store! Orders will be processed every two weeks and can be picked up locally from Brand 2306 or shipped. BETTerTogether wear NOW AVAILABLE!

Learn more

Check out the Sept. 8 City of Bettendorf Parks & Rec newsletter

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and Bettendorf Police is partnering with The Gray Matters Collective to raise awareness and funds for mental health.

🛍️ Pre-order patches & apparel:
www.bettendorf.org/PatchStore
⏰ Store closes: Sept. 15 at 12 PM

📍 Buy in person: BPD, 1609 State Street
💯 100% of proceeds support The Gray Matters Collective.

Beat Saber VR Competition • Elephant Toothpaste Demo Capture the Flag Competition Soldering • Build a computer • STEM Experiments Electronics games & activities • Electronic Graveyard Learn Coding • Robotics • Artificial Intelligence Lockpicking • Games & Puzzles • Lunch is provided • Saturday Night Family-Friendly After Party @ The Last Picture House

http://www.corncon.net/

Check out the fall classes being offered at the family museum: Beginning Pottery, Early Out Explorations, Inventor's Club, STEAM on Wheels: Create & Go! - https://bit.ly/4m3DuTR

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• Bettendorf Aquatics
• Figge Art Museum Classes - Flyer | website
• Get Your Student a Bettendorf Library Card
• Girls in Aviation Day - Sept. 20
• Girl Scout Adventures
• WQPT Imagination Station - Oct. 11
• Immigrants Are Our Neighbors Poetry, Essay and Visual Arts Contest
• Midwest Writing Center Young Emerging Writers Workshop - Monthly
• St. Ambrose Spirit Squad Kids Camp - Sept 13
• YMCA Fall Sports

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SEPTEMBER

12 - Fine Arts Trivia Night (see above)

12 - Bett vs Cedar Rapids Prairie (Away)

13 - Cross Town Cookout to Benefit Student Hunger Drive (see above)

14 - Arts in Education Week

16 - HS Blood Drive (see above)

16 - IT Professionals Day

16 - Iowa Supreme Court Oral Arguments: State Public Defender v. Iowa District Court for Scott County - 7 pm HS Performing Arts Center

19 - HS Football vs Iowa City West (Home)

22 - HS P/T Conferences 5-7 pm

24 - MS P/T Conferences 3:30-7:30 pm

25 - School Board Meeting 6 pm

28 - Oct. 4 - Homecoming/Spirit Week

BHS students share encouraging messages during Chalk the Walk for Suicide Prevention Month. #BettPride

Educating & Empowering Every Student Every Day in Pursuit of Educational Excellence.

3311 18th St., Bettendorf, IA
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www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us
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