🔴⚫All FDCSD buildings will be released 2 hours early on Friday, January 17. This is a change from the current FDCSD School Calendar. 🔴⚫
Please note this is also a no school day for PK ONLY
🔴⚫ Friday's basketball games at FDSH vs Des Moines Hoover have been moved to Thursday, January 16. 🔴⚫
The games will be Varsity only at the following times:
Girls Varsity at 6:15
Boys Varsity to follow around 7:45
Dodger fans can purchase tickets online using the link below:
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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Dodger Basketball fans can purchase tickets to tonight's games at Des Moines East using the link below:
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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🔴⚫ Reminder 🔴⚫
No School on Friday, Jan 17 for Preschool ONLY
Aaron Miller was a true Dodger, through and through. His unwavering dedication to the Fort Dodge Community School District left an indelible mark on the lives of countless students, colleagues, and community members. Aaron gave his time, talents, and heart to our schools, and his influence will be felt for years to come.
As a committed educator, Aaron believed in the potential of every individual. He encouraged those around him to strive for excellence, inspiring students and colleagues alike to become the best versions of themselves. Aaron wore many hats throughout his time with FDCSD—teacher, administrator, coach, mentor, and friend. In each of these roles, he brought passion, compassion, and an unshakable belief in the power of education to change lives.
To know Aaron was to experience his genuine kindness and his steadfast commitment to others. He built relationships that mattered. He offered guidance, support, and encouragement to all who crossed his path. Aaron’s ability to connect with people on a deep and personal level made him a cherished figure not just in our school community, but in Fort Dodge as a whole.
While his absence leaves an undeniable void, the legacy of Aaron Miller will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him. We are all better for having had Aaron in our lives—a Dodger through and through, who embodied the very best of what it means to serve and uplift others.
Rest in peace, Aaron. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Visitation will be Friday, January 17 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at FDMS Auditorium.
Service for Aaron will be 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 18 at FDMS Auditorium.
Please wear your Dodger apparel in honor of Aaron.
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Congratulations to our Student of the Week!
Freya is in 2nd grade at Cooper Elementary
Freya is always willing to lend a helping hand to both staff and peers. She is also a hard worker who is actively engaged in her learning each day.
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Dodger Basketball fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online to tonight's games at Sioux City West 🏀
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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🔴⚫ FDSH Families, Open House Conferences are tonight from 4pm - 8pm 🔴⚫
Dodger Boys Swimming fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online for tonight's meet at Des Moines East.
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https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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Dodger Boys Wrestling fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online to tonight's event at FDSH
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https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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Dodger Basketball fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online for tonight's games at Ames 🏀
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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🔴⚫ Reminder 🔴⚫
No School Friday, January 10
Dodger Basketball fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online for tonight's games at FDSH 🏀
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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Dodger Boys Wrestling fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online for today's Riverhawk JV Nationals at Mason City.
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https://bit.ly/47e0slF
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Congratulations to our Student of the Week!
Alex is in 8th grade at Fort Dodge Middle School
Alex consistently works hard and shows dedication to his learning. Alex is always respectful to both peers and teachers, offering help to classmates whenever needed. He actively participates in class discussions and asks thoughtful questions, contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment.
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Dodger Basketball fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online for tonight's games at FDSH 🏀
https://bit.ly/47e0slF
#proud2bFD
For the 2025-2026 school year, the deadline for open enrollment is March 1st, 2025. Open enrollment is for families who live outside of FDCSD but want to enroll students in FDCSD.
You can visit fdschools.org/page/open-enrollment for more information and access to the Dept of Education's application. You can also call 515-574-5651 for forms or questions on open enrollment.
Fort Dodge Senior High Families - Open House Conferences are Thursday, January 9th from 4pm - 8pm. You are invited to visit with teachers during this time.
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Ms. Daniel-Wiseman's 7th grade students created unique faces with two different views, inspired by Picasso's Cubism. The only tools used were scraps of construction paper, scissors, and glue.
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Ms. Stansfield's students brought literature to life with engaging mock trials based on short stories!
Students worked in groups to create cases inspired by Roald Dahl's Lamb to the Slaughter, The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allen Poe, and Spunk by Zora Neale Hurston . They took on roles as prosecutors, defense attorneys, witnesses, bailiffs, judges, and jurors to argue and decide each case.
Every student had a chance to serve on the jury, making thoughtful decisions about the outcomes.
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