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Bett Virtual Backpack

Bettendorf Community School District Weekly Newsletter

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Bett VirtualBackpackBettendorf Community School District Weekly Newsletter

A newsletter dedicated to sharing activities and opportunities for families beyond the classroom.

October 30, 2026 October 30, 2026

New this Week New this Week

🚲 Help Keep Our Community Safe: Share Your Feedback! 🚲 Help Keep Our Community Safe: Share Your Feedback!

Ride Safe in Smart safety infographic explaining Iowa rules for bikes, e-bikes, scooters, hoverboards, skateboards, and electric motorcycles. Bikes, e-bikes, scooters, hoverboards, and skateboards are permitted on public trails and sidewalks, with a maximum motor power of 750 watts. Electric motorcycles are not permitted on public trails or sidewalks and may only be used on private property. Six safety reminders: Ride on the right and pass on the left; announce when passing; yield to pedestrians; slow down; look both ways at crossings and intersections; and use lights or reflective gear to stay visible. The infographic features logos of participating Quad Cities school districts, municipalities, and community partners.
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The Ride Safe 'n Smart initiative brings together local cities, schools and community partners to promote the safe use of e-bikes and e-scooters on our streets, sidewalks and trails. The committee is asking Bettendorf families to share their feedback to help support safer riding throughout our community. Your voice matters as we work together to keep students, families and neighbors safe!


👉 Complete the Community Survey

Colorful promotional flyer for Mercado on Fifth's 10-year anniversary and 5th Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 423 12th St., Moline, Illinois. The free event features Latin music, food trucks, vendors, children's activities, and live entertainment, including mariachi, folklórico dance, and other performers. The flyer features colorful Día de los Muertos skull artwork, marigolds, and photographs of musicians and participants in traditional attire and face paint. Sponsor logos appear along the bottom.
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💀🌼 Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Mercado on Fifth! 🎶🎉 - Oct. 31

Join the community on Saturday, October 31, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Moline for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of culture, music, and tradition! Enjoy live Latin music, traditional dance performances, delicious food, local vendors, and fun activities for kids.

🎉 Celebrating 10 years of Mercado on Fifth and the 5th Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration!

📍 423 12th St., Moline, IL

Bring the whole family and experience this vibrant community celebration!


#BettPride #BETTerTogether #DiaDeLosMuertos #MercadoOnFifth

Colorful Day of the Dead Family Fiesta flyer featuring orange marigolds, a decorative sugar skull, papel picado banners, and a dancing skeleton. The Figge Art Museum invites families to a free Día de los Muertos celebration on Sunday, November 1, from noon to 5 p.m. Activities include Glenview Mariachi from 12:30–1:30 p.m., Danza West Liberty at 1:30 p.m., Quad City Ballet Folklorico at 2:30 p.m., and crafts and face painting from noon to 3 p.m. Guests can also explore the Mexican Roots exhibition and community ofrenda. Event partners and sponsors are featured at the bottom.
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🌼💀 Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Figge! 🎨🎶 - Nov. 1


Bring the whole family for a FREE Day of the Dead Family Fiesta at the Figge Art Museum on Sunday, November 1, from noon–5 p.m.!

Enjoy a colorful celebration of Mexican culture and traditions featuring live music, traditional dance, art, crafts, face painting, and a community ofrenda honoring loved ones.

🌼 Event Highlights:

  • 🎺 Glenview Mariachi – 12:30–1:30 p.m.

  • 💃 Danza West Liberty – 1:30 p.m.

  • 🎶 Quad City Ballet Folklorico – 2:30 p.m.

  • 🎨 Crafts & Face Painting – Noon–3 p.m.

Explore the Mexican Roots exhibition and enjoy a wonderful afternoon celebrating art, culture, family, and community!

Admission is FREE!

#DiaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #FiggeArtMuseum #BettPride #BETTerTogether

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois flyer promoting registration events. Headline reads, “Bring joy to her journey. Join Girl Scouts today and find what’s within.” A photo of four girls exploring nature appears inside a colorful flower graphic. The flyer highlights friendship, confidence, trying new things, hands-on activities, and celebrating effort. Two special registration events feature Queen Elsa on Wednesday, November 11, at 6 PM at Mark Twain Elementary and Wonder Woman on Thursday, November 12, at 6 PM at Neil Armstrong Elementary. Both events include fun activities, photo opportunities, and on-site registration. Families unable to attend can register at www.girlscoutstoday.org or call 800-798-0833. Financial assistance is available using code FA27 at checkout.
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🌸 Bring Joy to Her Journey with Girl Scouts! 💚 - Nov 11 & 12

Discover the fun, friendship, and adventure of Girl Scouts at two special registration events featuring Queen Elsa and Wonder Woman! 👑🦸‍♀️


💙 Meet Queen Elsa!
📅 Wednesday, November 11 | 6 PM
📍 Mark Twain Elementary


🩷 Meet Wonder Woman!
📅 Thursday, November 12 | 6 PM
📍 Neil Armstrong Elementary


Families are invited to enjoy fun activities, photo opportunities, and on-site Girl Scout registration!

✨ Can't attend? Visit www.girlscoutstoday.org to register online.


Come explore all that Girl Scouts has to offer! 💚

Previous Community Opportunities Previous Community Opportunities

  • Bettendorf Citywide Trick-or-Treating - Sat., Oct. 31, 5–7:30 pm
  • Join Girl Scouts

  • U of IKids Go STEM! - Dec. 5

  • University of Iowa Alumni & Friends Hawkeye Haiku Writing Contest - Nov. 2–12


Bettendorf Parks & Rec

  • QC Dekhockey Indoor Program - Nov.

  • Youth Pickleball Clinic for Beginners - Nov. 4-18

  • Safely Home Alone - Nov. 5

  • *NEW PROGRAM – Little Kickers Soccer Clinic* - Nov. 7 - Dec. 12

  • Youth Soccer Clinic - Nov. 7 - Dec. 12

  • Bath Bomb Workshop - Nov. 8

  • Indoor Recess - Nov. 8 - Dec. 13

  • Junior Chefs Cooking Class – Turkey Day Treats! - Nov. 14

  • Seasons in Bloom – Fall Flower Centerpiece - Nov. 19

  • Special Needs Open Gym - Nov. 19

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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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