Join us in celebrating our school librarians on School Librarian Day, April 4, for the incredible impact they have on our students and staff. Thank you for fostering a love of reading, supporting learning, and creating spaces where curiosity and discovery thrive! #BettPride

Today, our district administrative team took part in important training focused on reunification procedures during crisis situations.
While we hope these circumstances never arise, preparation is essential. This training helps ensure we can respond quickly, safely, and with care for our students, staff, and families.
By strengthening our processes and communication, we remain committed to keeping students at the center of every decision—even in the most challenging moments. #BETTerTogether
While we hope these circumstances never arise, preparation is essential. This training helps ensure we can respond quickly, safely, and with care for our students, staff, and families.
By strengthening our processes and communication, we remain committed to keeping students at the center of every decision—even in the most challenging moments. #BETTerTogether




Check out the third video in the We Are Bett! series, featuring students proudly sharing what they love about their schools. 💙 #BettPride #BETTerTogether https://bit.ly/WeAreBett-Students
This video was created in collaboration with the School Administrators of Iowa as part of The Iowa Way: Strong Schools, Stronger Communities campaign.
This video was created in collaboration with the School Administrators of Iowa as part of The Iowa Way: Strong Schools, Stronger Communities campaign.

Classmates. Community. Connection. 💙
Join BettConnect and stay connected with the district: BettConnect.com #BETTerTogether
Join BettConnect and stay connected with the district: BettConnect.com #BETTerTogether
Congratulations to Courtney Torie, 5th grade teacher at Herbert Hoover Elementary, one of our Employee of the Quarter! 🎉
Courtney’s dedication, positivity, and commitment to meeting every student’s needs make a lasting impact. She truly embodies “all means all” and inspires everyone around her! 💙 #BettendorfPride
20 years making a difference in the lives of my students as a paraeducator - priceless 🥰
Kathleen VanHorn
Kathleen VanHorn

"I love working with all our students. They’re so fun and wonderful to be around, I’m so lucky. I love my job so much."
Tara Martenson
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Tara Martenson
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether

"I love my library paraprofessional job because I get to help students discover new books while creating a calm, welcoming space where they feel safe, curious, and excited to learn."
Sarah Arians
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Sarah Arians
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether

"Working alongside this amazing team at Hoover is one of the reasons why I love my job! "
Ciara Echols
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Ciara Echols
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether


"One reason I love my job is because I get to work closely with students and see them achieve their goals!"
Josephine Brown
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Josephine Brown
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether

"I’m a special education para in preschool, and I love how absolutely rewarding this job is - the hugs, the 'I love yous,' and watching each child grow from the first day of school to the last. It just doesn’t get better than that. "
Glenda Havemann
Glenda Havemann



"I LOVE my job because I get to spend time with amazing kids who make me strive every day to impact their lives as positively as they impact mine!"
Jacqueline Osborn
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether


"I love seeing the moment when something they have been working on finally clicks! So rewarding!!"
Taylor Cathcart
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether


"I have been a preschool para for 7 years. I love my job! I enjoy watching these kiddos learn and explore. A big bonus to this job is all the hugs and love I get all day from my school kids. "
Amanda Dunaway
Amanda Dunaway


“I love my job because I get to see the kids grow and learn throughout the year. It’s amazing to see a kid go from day one to the last day of school. They learn so much. And I love every minute of it!"
Melissa Paulsen
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Melissa Paulsen
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether

"The time spent with our students is so essential we see the highs and the lows, we are there to celebrate the small wins and the big wins."
Vanessa Miller
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
Vanessa Miller
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether


"I love making learning fun!" Amy Osborne-Schebler
April 1 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
April 1 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether

Shoutout to our incredible elementary artists (and their amazing teachers!) for an impressive showcase at the Figge Art Museum. The future of art is looking VERY bright 👏 #BettPride
⛳️📚Shoutout to the BHS library team for turning finals week stress into swings with an elaborate mini golf course right in the library. Studying just got a whole lot more fun!
"Coming to school, seeing the amazing 5th graders, and spending the day with the little ones who stole my heart." ♥️ Breanna Gomez
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether
April 1 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - #BETTerTogether


