Bett District Update
Bettendorf Community School District Weekly Newsletter
Dear Bettendorf Families,
I am writing to share that I will be transitioning from my role as superintendent, effective July 1, 2026.
It has been a tremendous honor to serve the Bettendorf Community School District over the past six years. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to work alongside our outstanding staff and partner with our incredible students, families, and community. Thank you for your trust, support, and commitment to our schools.
The Bettendorf Community School District Board of Education is working through the process of appointing the district's next superintendent and will share additional information as it becomes available. In the meantime, our dedicated staff remains committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for every student.
Thank you for allowing me to serve this wonderful community. I leave with deep appreciation for all we have accomplished together and confidence in the bright future ahead for BCSD.
With gratitude,
Dr. Michelle Morse
Superintendent
Bettendorf Community School District is working with Bettendorf Parks to offer FREE meals for all children this summer!
📅 June 8 – July 31 (weekdays)
🥞 Breakfast & Lunch at Mark Twain Elementary
🥪 Lunch at Bettendorf High School, McManus Park & Lincoln Park
🌧️ Rainy day? Park meals move to the Bettendorf Community Center.
📞 Call 563-344-4113 for daily updates by 11:30 a.m.
🚌🎒 Let's PACK THE BUS! 🎒🚌
Help us fill the bus with school supplies and set Bett students up for a successful school year!
📍 Hy-Vee (53rd & Utica)
📅 Saturday, July 11
⏰ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Grab a few extra notebooks, pencils, crayons, backpacks, or other school supplies during your shopping trip and help local students start the year with confidence.
Every donation—big or small—makes a difference. Let's show what our community can do when we work #BETTerTogether 💛🖤
🏥 Mobile Clinics Sponsored by Community Health Care, Inc
Thursday, July 23 - 9 am – 3 pm
Thursday, August 6 - 9 am – 3 pm
📍 Bettendorf High School
https://bit.ly/bettendorf-mobile-clinic
Need a sports physical before the school year starts?
Rock Valley Physical Therapy and MercyOne Genesis are offering sports physicals for students entering grades 10–12.
Saturday, Aug. 1
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Rock Valley Physical Therapy
850 43rd Ave., Suite 300, Moline, IL
$10
https://www.rockvalleypt.com/8-1-high-school-physicals
Walk-ins are welcome! Students under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Questions? Contact Jessica Rummery at jessica.rummery@rockvalleypt.com or 563-362-0016.
Get Ready! Get Set! Bett!
School Supply List - Elementary | 6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade
- MS Open House - Wednesday, Aug. 19 - 6-8 pm
- Elem Unpack Your Backpack - Thursday, Aug. 20 - 5-6:30 pm
- HS Open House & New Student Orientation - Friday, Aug. 21 - 4:30-6:30 pm
- Bett Community Expo @ BHS - Friday, Aug. 21 - 4:30-6:30 pm
- HS StuCo Food Trucks/Makers Market - Friday, Aug. 21 - 4-7 pm
- HS Fall Kickoff - 7 pm
- 1st Day of School - Monday, Aug. 24
#BettPride Better Together!
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! Sign Up!
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
Providing scholarships to students who exemplify Carl's spirit by participating in school, sports, community, and church activities. Register/Volunteer - https://www.runwithcarl.com/
- 1/2 Mile Children's Fun Run (12 and under)
- 5K Walk/Run, and 5 Mile Run
Sponsored by Bettendorf Community Schools Foundation & Pleasant Valley Schools Educational Foundation
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@bettschools.org, or download a preschool application from:
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
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, 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
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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