
📣 Join us Wednesday for the Bettendorf School Board Meeting!
🕕 6 PM | Admin Center Board Room
📄 Agenda: bit.ly/BettBoardAgenda4-9-25
🎥 Live Stream: bit.ly/BettBoardLiveStream4-9-25
#BETTerTogether #BettPride


Congratulations to Katie Vradenburg, PN special education teacher, for being selected as one of the Employees of the 3rd Quarter for inspiring others and going above and beyond expectations. #BettPride Learn more - https://www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us/article/2109400

🎉 April 7–11 is National Assistant Principals Week! Join us in celebrating the dedicated leaders who support students, staff & schools every day. Thank you, APs, for your hard work, leadership & commitment! 💙 #APWeek25 #ThankYouAPs #BettPride


Check out the April 4th edition of the Bett District Update! Stay informed about the latest news and events happening in our district.#BettPride We are #BETTerTogether https://bit.ly/BettDistrictUpdate4-4-25


🎨 Huge congrats to Justice Harrell & Eliana Troche for earning $12K each in senior art scholarships from the Brand Boeshaar & Don Heggen Funds! 👏🎉 #BettPride #FutureArtists



Join our team and experience the rewarding role of guiding and inspiring young minds! Apply Here - https://bit.ly/BettHiring


Purchase t-shirts and tanks featuring a customized Bett Fine Arts logo for choir, theater, orchestra, band, and more! New in the shop this season - stickers and drinkware! The online store closes Sunday, April 6 at midnight. https://bettfineartsspring2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/


🎭🎶 Show your pride in your talented fine arts student with a personalized yard sign! 🖼️ Just $25 — includes your child’s name. 💛 Don’t wait — the online store closes Sunday, April 6 at midnight!
👉 https://crownwebstores.com/BHSFineArts/shop/home #BettPride #FineArts


Join us in celebrating our amazing librarians TODAY (April 4) for their dedication to supporting students and staff. Be sure to thank your school librarian for helping to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of reading! #BETTerTogether


📚 “The library is the heart of the school.” MS Teacher-Librarian Deb Tempery loves supporting students, staff & teachers as they learn, explore, and grow together. ❤️
Read more about her passion:
🔗 https://www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us/article/2118145
#BettPride




BHS students got a taste of Spain & Mexico today in celebration of International Food Fair Week. Students enjoyed empanadas, tostadas, tamales, and homemade brava sauce. The lunch was planned with help from the BHS Spanish Club. ¡Delicioso! #BettPride





Author & illustrator Stephen Shaskan brought laughs and creativity to Mark Twain Elementary during his visit! 🍕🌮 He shared how he creates the Pizza and Taco series and inspired students with his love for storytelling. 📚🎨 #AuthorVisit #BETTerTogether











Mark Your Calendar! Support BMS PTO & enjoy the NEW Panda Express! 🍜
📍4711 E 53rd St, Davenport
🕤 Wed, April 16 | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM
📲 Use code 3838091 online/app or show promo in person.
50% of sales go to the middle school parent-teacher organization!
#BETTerTogether


"I love being in everyone's corner! I love helping students and teachers alike. Every day is a new adventure!" Ms. Amy GW Para 💛 #ParaEducator #BetterTogether #BettPride Learn more - https://bit.ly/BettParas



"My favorite part of being a para is watching students grow and building lifelong connections. I'm grateful to learn alongside them and help create a loving, inclusive space!" – Jazmine Rouse, HH Para 💛 https://bit.ly/BettParas






"I've worked with kids for nearly 20 years. Nothing beats seeing them succeed, come back, and say thank you. Their smiles say it all. I love helping them grow, feel safe, and know they’re loved." Amber Briggs, NA Paraeducator 💛 #BettPride More info - https://bit.ly/BettParas




“The best part about being a paraeducator is the relationships we get to build with students. The victories—big & small—make it all worth it!” 💛 Melissa Hart, BMS Para #BettPride #BETTerTogether Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/BettParas




“As a Special Ed Para and therapy dog handler, I get to make a difference every day, have fun, and help kids grow. It’s the hardest job I’ve had, but on breakthrough days…it’s pure magic!” —Mr. Ron, Mark Twain💛 #BetterTogether #BettPride Learn more - https://bit.ly/BettParas







🐢 Bettendorf 8th grader Nicolina Pappas (Nicolina’s Turtle Co.) is leading the charge to make April 1 "Skip the Plastic Day" in Illinois! Her mission? Inspire everyone to cut back on plastic use—residents, businesses, and visitors alike! 💪🌍 https://bit.ly/4jgbxr3 #BettPride


Middle School paras Nikki Rollins, Kathleen VanHorn, and Deb Thomas with their crew!

