Bett District Update
Bettendorf Community School District Weekly Newsletter
Pending approval by the Bettendorf Community School District Board of Education, Dr. Lorry Wilson has been selected as the District’s next Executive Director of Student Services. Dr. Wilson will begin her new role on July 1, 2026.
“We are excited to welcome Lorry to the Bettendorf Community School District,” said Superintendent Dr. Michelle Morse. “Her extensive experience supporting students, families, and educators, combined with her collaborative leadership style and deep understanding of student services, makes her an outstanding addition to our leadership team. Lorry is committed to ensuring every student has access to the support and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Learn more
Five current and retired Bettendorf Community School District transportation employees are being recognized by the Iowa Pupil Transportation Association (IPTA) for their extraordinary years of service and unwavering dedication to safely transporting students throughout their careers.
- Marsha Baker - 38 Years of Service
- Linda Buress - 39 Years of Service
- Tina Dau - 46 Years of Service
- Jen DeSha - 24 Years of Service
- Karen Farnum - 46 Years of Service
The IPTA Longevity Service Award honors transportation professionals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to serving students, families, and their school communities.
The Bettendorf Community School District congratulates Marsha, Linda, Jen, Karen, and Tina on this well-deserved recognition and thanks them for their many years of service to students and the community. Learn more
The time is here… the Bettendorf Goldusters will begin our driveway painting fundraiser this month! All details can be found following the link in our bio. Represent Bett with pride by getting a new, or refreshed, logo on your driveway this summer!
Other Work Kicking Off This Summer
BIG changes will be coming to the rest of the BMS building over the summer months. Once the school year is over, crews will begin installing temporary walls and barriers inside the school to isolate the phase 2 construction activities from the rest of the building. Once complete, crews will begin selective demolition activities on the inside of the building to get ready for mass building demolition towards the end of June or beginning of July. Phase 2 mass demolition will entail full removal of the portions of the existing building that make up B-Hallway and C-Hallway. As students return to the building for school in August, new construction on the phase 2 area of the building will be in full swing.
Calling all summer adventurers! We want to see your amazing summer photos and hear about all the fun you're having on break. Send them to cmiller@bettendorf.k12.ia.us, or message us on the district's Facebook page, and we'll share your stories! #BettSummerAdventures #BETTerTogether
Bettendorf Community School District is working with Bettendorf Parks to offer FREE meals for all children this summer!
📅 June 8 – July 31 (weekdays)
📍 Multiple locations across Bettendorf
🥞 Breakfast & Lunch at Mark Twain Elementary
⏸️No meals July 3
🥪 Lunch at Bettendorf High School, McManus Park & Lincoln Park
⏸️ No meals June 29–July 3
🌧️ Rainy day? Park meals move to the Bettendorf Community Center.
📞 Call 563-344-4113 for daily updates by 11:30 a.m.
The Bettendorf Community School District is now accepting preschool applications for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child will be four years old on or before September 15, 2026, he/she is eligible to participate.
Funding provided by the State of Iowa in support of the Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program allows us to place children four years of age in local preschool programs. Families of preschoolers can receive preschool education at no charge for 10 hours per week with parents paying for the balance of the attendance time.
The local preschools participating include: B4 Learning Center, KinderCare Learning Center, Redeemer Preschool, and Skip-A-Long Child Development Services.
Bettendorf Community School District provides preschool classrooms at Grant Wood Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Neil Armstrong Elementary School. Children that meet economic eligibility criteria are given preference in the BCSD public school preschool classes.
For more information or to request an application, please call Joyce Meyer at 563-
359-3681, email jmeyer@bettendorf.k12.ia.us , or download a preschool application from:
Your support ensures that Run with Carl continues to impact students and classrooms throughout our community. Through your sponsorship, you help:
- Provide meaningful scholarships for graduating seniors.
- Fund innovative classroom grants that enhance student learning.
- Support a cherished Quad Cities community tradition.
- Honor the legacies that inspire this event year after year.
Learn more at www.runwithcarl.com
The Bettendorf Community Schools Foundation is looking for board members and volunteers! This is a great opportunity for parents, alumni, and community members — especially longtime school volunteers — to continue supporting Bettendorf students and staff. Learn more and get involved! #BettPride - https://www.foundation.bettendorf.k12.ia.us/o/foundation/page/about
Sign up now for the Back-to-School & Sports Physical & Imunizations Clinic!
Bettendorf Community School District is partnering with Community Health Care, Inc. to offer a back-to-school & sports physicals and immunizations clinic for students.
🗓 Thursday, July 23
⏰ 9 am – 3 pm
📍 Bettendorf High School
Make sure your student is ready for the school year and upcoming activities!
👉 Register here:http://bit.ly/3OhWnI2
Rock Valley Physical Day - August 1st, 9 am – 12 pm - Learn more - https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bu694bwpa/.
Passionate about supporting students and schools? We’re hiring! 💙 Explore career opportunities and join our team. Apply Here - https://bit.ly/BettHiring
Open Positions:
- Anticipated Spanish Teacher
- Special Education Teachers
- Custodian
- Bus Driver
- Business Teacher
- BMS Math
The Bettendorf Community School District is seeking a compassionate and student-centered long-term substitute nurse to support the health and wellness of our students. This temporary substitute position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy school environment while supporting student success. 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
Staff, Parents, Community Are Welcome to Join
Many features are available for staff, parents and community members. Please join and let us know which categories represent you.
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:
- Downloading and using the free Safe+Sound Iowa app
- Going to SafeandSoundIowa.gov, or
- Calling 800-224-6018
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!
Baseball Youth Skills Camp 3rd-8th
Basketball
Girls: 3rd-12th | Registration
Boys: 3rd - 8th | 6th-9th Offensive Skills | Freshmen | Sophomore (Incoming) | VarsityCross Country 6th-12th
Robotics 3rd-8th
Soccer K-12 Summer Camp | K-12 League 7x7
Volleyball 3rd - 12th
THANK YOU, Bettendorf!
Thank you to the Bettendorf Community School District staff, parents, and students for your continued support of the Bettendorf Parks & Recreation programs and of course our parks! Your partnership is invaluable and greatly appreciated! Here’s to a fantastic summer filled with fun and memorable experiences. We’re excited to continue serving the Bettendorf community by providing opportunities for fun, learning, and recreation. Let’s make this summer one to remember together!
Your friends at Bettendorf Parks & Recreation
Check out all our parks and programs at: www.bettendorf.org/Parks
Check out the City of Bettendorf Parks & Rec weekly newsletter
Bettendorf Conservation Committee Wildlife Wednesdays
Our Bettendorf Conservation Committee welcomes you to another summer of FREE Wildlife Classes!
These free events are for ALL ages. Registration is required, so register yourself and let us know how many people are coming with you through the registration process!
Wednesday, June 10 – Moline Prairies & Forests
Wednesday, July 1 – Fantastic Firefly
Wednesday, August 5 – Spencer Creek Health
Wednesday, August 12 – Bat Chat
Saturday, August 15 – Crow Creek Prairies
Ages: All Ages! Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cost: FREE!
Get more info and register at: www.bettendorf.org/Wildlife
Movies in the Park – Wicked: For Good!
Ages: EVERYONE!!
Cost: FREE!!
Saturday, June 13, starting at Sundown
Veteran’s Memorial Park Bettendorf, 1645 23rd St.
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!
Sponsored by Blackhawk Bank & Trust
Summer is here, are you ready?!
Spots are filling up quickly for summer camps!
- Playgrounds – Spots available at ALL sites!
- Tot Lot – NEW extended hours this year!
- Sports & Games – Weeks are filling up fast!
- Kickoff Tennis Camps
- Golf Lessons
- Ultimate Frisbee League and Clinic
For more information and to register go to: www.bettendorf.org/BestSummerEver
Bettendorf Community School District
Educating & Empowering Every Student Every Day in Pursuit of Educational Excellence.
3311 18th St., Bettendorf, IA
(563) 359-3681
www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us
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