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🎉 FDCSD would like to introduce one of our new staff members for the 2026-2027 school year! 🎉

Please help us welcome Dani Buhs, who will be joining the Early Childhood Center (ECC) as a Kindergarten Teacher! ❤️🖤

We asked Dani a couple of questions so everyone can get to know her a little better:

📚 What inspired you to become a teacher?
Looking back, the teachers who guided and supported me played an important role in shaping the person I became. Their impact inspired me to pursue a career where I could help shape and support the lives of others in the same way.

🎯 What is one fun fact or hobby you'd like to share?
Baking and cooking for others is one of my favorite hobbies. It allows me to connect with people and bring a little joy to their day!

Welcome to the Dodger family, Dani! We're excited to have you at the ECC and can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make on our students, families, and school community. #Proud2bFD
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
Dani Buhs
Have a safe & happy 4th Dodgers! ❤️🖤

#proud2bFD
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
Central Office

Tonight Dodger Softball takes on Ballard!
Varsity 5:00 JV to follow
Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex
Come on out and celebrate our two Seniors Teryn & Maeleena! ❤️🖤
#proud2bFD

about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
Senior Night

School Supply Lists for the 2026-2027✏️

School Supply List

about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
School Supply
🥎Dodger Softball takes on Waterloo today.
Varsity 3:00/5:00
Come on out to Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex to cheer on your Dodger Girls!! ❤️🖤
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
July 1st
📣 FDCSD would like to introduce one of our new staff members for the 2026–2027 school year!

Please help us welcome Gavin Piper, who will be joining Cooper Elementary as a 5th Grade Teacher! 🍎

We asked Gavin a couple of questions so everyone can get to know him a little better:

🎓 What inspired you to become a teacher?
Ever since high school I’ve wanted to make a lasting impact on students the way my previous teachers have for me. I am excited to help grow and help shape students for their own authentic learning and experiences! I am grateful I am welcomed back home where it all started!

🎉 What is one fun fact or hobby you'd like to share?
Something I like to do is attend concerts and travel! Something I can’t live without is coffee!

Welcome to the Dodger family, Gavin! ❤️🖤
#proud2bFD
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
Gavin Piper
Thank you to everyone who has participated in our Summer Food Service Program so far! We appreciate your support and are so glad to be able to provide nutritious meals to children in our community throughout the summer until August 13th.
#proud2bFD
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 30
Kids may be on summer break… but hunger isn’t! 🧃
We’re serving up free meals for kids (18 and under) in the community through the Summer Food Service Program—Because running, playing, and “I’m bored!” burns a lot of energy!
First come, first served!

​Duncombe Elementary School
June 2 - August 13, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Tuesdays (2-Day Meal Pack)
Thursdays (5-Day Meal Pack)

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
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🥎⚾ The only place to be today? The ballpark! ❤️🖤

Dodger Baseball and Softball are both home as they take on Ames!

⚾ Baseball – Ed McNeil Field at Dodger Stadium
🔴 JV: 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM
⚫ Varsity Doubleheader: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🥎 Softball – Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex
🔴 JV: 3:00 PM
⚫ Varsity Doubleheader: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/48TQBTb

The weather is perfect, the competition is here, and our Dodgers are ready. Come pack the stands, bring the noise, and let's defend our home turf! ❤️🖤

Go Dodgers! 💪🔥
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
Baseball
Softball
Dodger Happenings this week - June 29th - July 4th
Click here for more information - https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/fortdodge/calendar?includePractices=false&v=week&date=2026-07-02
Have a great week Dodgers & have a safe 4th of July! ⚫🔴
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 29-July4
This summer, the FDCSD is bringing the sunshine and the meals! ☀️🍎
We’re serving up free meals for kids 18 and under through the Summer Food Service Program—So they can stay energized, healthy, and ready for every adventure summer has in store. From playtime to pool days, we’ve got the fuel covered!
First come, first served!

Duncombe Elementary School
June 2 - August 13, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Tuesdays (2-Day Meal Pack)
Thursdays (5-Day Meal Pack)


This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
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⚾🥎 Two fields. One community. All Dodger.❤️🖤

Tonight, our Dodgers defend home against Mason City, and we need YOU in the stands!

🥎 Softball
📍 Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex
JV1 – 1:15 PM
JV2 – 3:00 PM
Varsity – 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

💙 Middle School Night - We're celebrating the next generation of Dodger Softball!

⚾ Baseball
📍 Ed McNeil Field at Dodger Stadium
JV – 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Varsity – 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/48TQBTb

Go Dodgers! 🔴⚫


about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 22 softball
June 22 baseball
Dodger Happenings this week, June 22nd - June 27th.
Click the link for more information - https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/fortdodge/calendar?includePractices=false&v=week&date=2026-06-25
Have a great week Dodgers! 🔴⚫
#proud2bFD
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 22-27
🥎 It's Softball Invitational Weekend in Fort Dodge! ❤️🖤

Head out to Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex today and tomorrow to catch the Fort Dodge Softball Invitational and enjoy a weekend of outstanding softball competition!

🥎 Fort Dodge vs. #1 Clarksville (Class 1A)
🕥 10:45 a.m.
📍 Diamond #1

This weekend is also Alumni Weekend as we welcome back our Dodger Softball alumni and celebrate Coach Adams' 25 years of coaching and the incredible impact she's made on our program.

🎟️ Admission: $10 per person, per day. No activity passes will be accepted.

Come out, cheer loud, and help us celebrate the past, present, and future of Dodger Softball!

Go Dodgers! 🔴🥎⚫
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
FD invite
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⚾Dodger Baseball is in action tonight as they take on Ottumwa
Varsity Double Header - 5:00-7:00pm
Ed McNeil Field
Get your tickets here - https://bit.ly/48TQBTb
Go Dodgers🔴⚫
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 18th Ottumwa

🍎 FDCSD would like to introduce one of our new staff members for the 2026-2027 school year!

Please help us welcome Rachell Fairman, who will be joining Duncombe Elementary as a 1st Grade Teacher! 📚✏️

We asked Rachell a couple of questions so everyone can get to know her a little better:

❓ What inspired you to become a teacher?

A mix of people but mostly my mom and Laura Ingalls Wilder. My mom worked with special education students and I loved seeing what a difference she made in their lives. I also grew up loving the Little House on the Prairie books. I have read them over and over.

❓ What is one fun fact or hobby you'd like to share?

A fun fact... I went to kindergarten in Germany.

We are excited to have Rachell join the Dodger family and look forward to the positive impact she will make on our students and school community. ❤️🖤

Welcome to FDCSD, Rachell! 🍎🎉
#proud2bFD

about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
Rachell Fairman

⚾The 9th ranked Dodger Baseball Team is headed North tonight to take on the Humboldt Wildcats.
JV 5:30 V 7:30
Tickets - https://bit.ly/48TQBTb
Lets pack the stands with Red & Black!! 🔴⚫
Go Dodgers!

about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 16th Baseball
No school…No problem…🎒
Meals are still on the menu!
The FDCSD is serving up free meals for kids (18 and under) through the Summer Food Service Program—because growing, playing, & adventuring works up an appetite! First come, first served!
​Duncombe Elementary School
June 2 - August 13, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Tuesdays (2-Day Meal Pack)
Thursdays (5-Day Meal Pack)


This institution is an equal opportunity provider.


about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 16th
A new look is coming to Fort Dodge Senior High!

We are excited to kick off the first of many bond referendum projects with the installation and redesign of the front entry at the high school. These updates are just the beginning as we continue improving our facilities for students, staff, and our community.

Please note: The drive from the Auxiliary Gym to 10th Avenue North will be closed during construction.

Thank you for your patience as we work to make great things happen at FDSH! 🔴⚫

#proud2bFD

about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
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Dodger Happenings this week - June 15th-20th
For more information on these events, please click here - https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/fortdodge/calendar?includePractices=false&v=week&date=2026-06-19
Have a great week Dodgers! ⚫🔴
#proud2bFD
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Alstott
June 15-20