We extend our sincere appreciation to the eight candidates who have filed to run for the Bettendorf Board of Education. Their willingness to serve and support our district is commendable.

4-Year Term Candidates: 3 open positions
Lori Dryg
Eric Engels
Brian Hanssen
Mindy Smith-Pace (Incumbent)
Linda Smithson (Incumbent)
Jessica Witter

2-Year Term Candidates: 1 open position
Michelle Bruty
Richard Lynch (Incumbent)

📌 Mark your calendars for the upcoming KWQC Board Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 22, beginning at 6:30 PM in the Bettendorf High School Performing Arts Center. This is a great opportunity to hear directly from the candidates.

📰 Coming soon! Candidate profiles.

📌 Election Day: Tuesday, November 4

1 day ago, Bett Schools
School Board Election - Nov. 4

Thank you to Justice Dana Oxley from the Iowa Supreme Court for meeting with BMS mock trial students on Wednesday. She answered questions and shared insights about her role, offering an inspiring glimpse into the legal world. #BETTerTogether

2 days ago, Bett Schools
Justice Oxley visits with MS students
Justice Oxley visits with MS students
Justice Oxley visits with MS students
Justice Oxley visits with MS students
Shout-out to Jean for spending the day at Edison Academy helping students get registered to vote. Proud of our students for taking initiative and owning their voice!
2 days ago, Bett Schools
Voter Registration at Edison Academy
Voter Registration at Edison Academy
Voter Registration at Edison Academy
Voter Registration at Edison Academy
Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman met with the BHS Politics Today Club and other students before tonight’s public hearing. 🏛️

🎤 Join us at 7 PM in the Performing Arts Center to hear the Iowa Supreme Court hold Oral Arguments live!
4 days ago, Bett Schools
Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman visits with BHS Politics Today Club
Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman
Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman visits with BHS Politics Today Club
Students listening to Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman
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!
4 days ago, Bett Schools
IT Professionals Day
🎨 A big thank you to our amazing student artists and their families for joining us at the Administration Center Student Art Gallery Open House! We’re proud to showcase your talent and creativity as part of the 2025–2026 school year. 💛🖼️ #BettPride
5 days ago, Bett Schools
Miley Hamamoto with Tim Solbrig
Isaac 	Dominguez
Bailey Linnberg
Sammy Nguyen
Asher Fenton
Isla McGivern
Michael Witt
Gia Loss
Lyala	Briggs
Emma  Hartley
🍪 Help support Bettendorf FBLA! We're selling Scratch cupcakes & cookie dough to raise funds for our State Fall Leadership Conference. Order online now! Pickup at BHS on Oct 1 or delivery by your fave FBLA member. Thank you for your support! 🙌 #FBLA #Fundraiser https://bit.ly/4mBfMyR
5 days ago, Bett Schools
Scratch cupcakes
🎨🎶🎭🤖 In celebration of National Arts in Education Week (Sept. 14–20), Bettendorf students & teachers are sharing their passion for music, visual arts, theater & robotics—highlighting the vital role the arts play in learning, expression & school culture. #BettPride https://youtu.be/_JmC9R0E6TU
6 days ago, Bett Schools
Arts in Rducation Week
Join us for the Cross Town Cookout! 🌭🍔
Support the Student Hunger Drive TODAY, 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
7 days ago, Bett Schools
Cross town cook out
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
8 days ago, Bett Schools
Panda Express Fundraiser
💛 Kudos to Bettendorf Middle School for hosting a suicide prevention walk in honor of Suicide Prevention Month. Together, we raise awareness and support one another. #BettPride #SuicidePrevention
8 days ago, Bett Schools
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Today🚒 Bettendorf Firemen honored the 343 firefighters and first responders who gave their lives on 9/11 by climbing the stadium bleachers — the equivalent of 110 stories (about 2,200 stairs), the height of the World Trade Center. #BettPride
8 days ago, Bett Schools
BettFire - Walking the bleechers
Firemen walking the stadium stairs
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Healing isn’t the same for everyone. It’s a personal journey. 👣 Check out inspiring stories of hope and recovery 988lifeline.org/stories #SuicidePreventionMonth #SelfCare #Recovery #988Lifeline
9 days ago, Bett Schools
Every Step Counts
Join us for the September 11th meeting of the Bettendorf Board of Education - 6 pm in the Administration Center Board Room. Stay informed and engaged!
Agenda - https://bit.ly/BettBoardAgenda9-11-25
Live Stream - https://bit.ly/BettBoardLiveStream9-11-25
10 days ago, Bett Schools
School Board Agenda
Join us for the Cross Town Cookout! 🌭🍔
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
11 days ago, Bett Schools
Cross town cook out
🏐 The BHS Volleyball Team invites all Summer Camp athletes to our home game Sept 9 @ 6:30 PM!
🎟️ Wear your camp shirt = FREE admission
📣 MS students in Bettendorf jerseys get in FREE too!
Come cheer on the Bulldogs! 💛🖤
12 days ago, Bett Schools
Volleyball Youth Night
The first BHS Future Business Leaders of America meeting of the year was held with approximately 40 students enjoying donuts, games, and learning about the club. #BettPride
15 days ago, Bett Schools
FBLA Club
Are you passionate about education and making a difference in students' lives? Join our team and experience the rewarding role of guiding and inspiring young minds! Apply Here - https://bit.ly/BettHiring
15 days ago, Bett Schools
We're Hiring

🏐 The BHS Volleyball Team invites all Summer Camp athletes to our home game Sept 9 @ 6:30 pm!
🎟️ Wear your camp shirt = FREE admission
📣 MS students in Bettendorf jerseys get in FREE too!
Come cheer on the Bulldogs! 💛🖤

17 days ago, Bett Schools
BHS Volleyball Youth Night
🎉 Let me hear your Bulldog Spirit! 🎉
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

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17 days ago, Bett Schools
Homecoming t-shirts