
The grant will also fund an electric mower to help create a trail through the prairie and forest areas maintained by our students. This space will serve as an outdoor classroom, educating both students and our community about the importance of native landscapes in protecting water quality.
We’re proud of our students for leading the way in environmental stewardship!
#AWCF #KeepCommunitiesFlowing #2026WaterAndEnvironment





Kayden plans to pursue the Welding & Pipefitting program—an exciting step toward a skilled and in-demand career. We’re proud of your hard work and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! #BettPride

Check out these moments in action! #BettPride #SchoolLibraryMonth




🕕 6 pm in the District Administration Center Board Room
📍 3311 18th St. #BETTerTogether
📄 Agenda: https://bit.ly/4-23-26BettBoardAgenda
🎥 Live Stream: https://bit.ly/4-23-26BettBoardLiveStream

📅 April 23–25 | 7 PM
📅 April 26 | 12 PM
📍 BHS Performing Arts Center
🎟️ $15 (online only)
Get tickets: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/bettendorf/tickets
Follow Anya’s journey from Russia to Paris as she searches for her past and discovers where she truly belongs. Don’t miss this powerful story of identity, courage, and connection! 🌟







Students “dissected” nonfiction texts to find headings, captions, diagrams & more—building comprehension in a fun, hands-on way.
Engaged, focused, and all in! #BettPride



The BHS Instrumental Music Department recently added new instruments thanks to a 2025 SCRA Grant, including sousaphones, a drum set, chimes, xylophone, and string instruments for 4th graders.
These additions are already making an impact—on the field at State Marching Festival and in award-winning jazz performances—and will support students for years to come. #BETTerTogether #SCRAIowa

BCSD’s Haleigh Hoyt and Sara Husser recently presented at the Iowa Work-Based Learning Conference, showcasing how our district is expanding career exploration for BHS students through real-world experiences, CTE courses, local partnerships, and individualized planning.
Proud to share our work statewide and keep learning alongside others passionate about preparing students for their futures. #BettPride


A Geometry PLC leader and key part of the Math Intervention pilot, she supports both students and staff every day. 💙
#BettPride

The BHS yearbook staff has been named a Pacemaker Finalist at the Minneapolis JEA and National High School Journalism Convention—one of the highest honors in scholastic journalism.
Their 2025 yearbook, “Revision,” was selected as one of just 58 books nationwide to earn this recognition, highlighting the very best in yearbook excellence. Bettendorf was also the only Iowa school to receive this distinction.
Congratulations to the talented staff members who attended: Claire Franzman, Elle Harson, Nehemiah Rivers, and Payton Terronez. Your dedication and creativity continue to make Bulldog pride shine! 🐾 #BettPride



⏳ Sale ends April 22 (Earth Day!)
#BettendorfPride #EarthDay #GoDogs

Join us for Kindergarten Meet & Greet from 3–4 pm on Wednesday, May 13 at your elementary school!
During Meet & Greet, children will spend time getting to know their classroom and teachers, while parents receive helpful information to feel prepared, supported, and confident for the start of the school year.
We can’t wait to welcome you! 💙

Join us for the Bettendorf Community School District Hygiene Drive on Saturday, April 18 from 9 AM–12 PM at Hy-Vee (4046 E 53rd St).
We’re collecting everyday essentials like shampoo, soap, deodorant, laundry detergent, socks, and more. 🧴🧦
All donations benefit the district’s Outreach Department and go directly to those in need.
Stop by, donate, and make a difference! 💙 #Bettendorf #CommunitySupport


