Fort Dodge Community School District

Thank you Fort Dodge Fire Rescue for your generous donation to FDSH HOSA! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

CNA students at Fort Dodge Senior High finished up their class and are preparing for their state tests! Good luck Dodgers! #proud2bFD

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a student led organization. FDMS student Cameron Beck approached Dalton Summers, Behavioral Interventionist at the middle school, to start a group at FDMS. Dalton then started the process of getting trained and licensed to help support this effort. Dalton says, "I wanted students to understand no matter what they’ve done and no matter what has happened to them they have a purpose in this world! I feel like it’s important because sometimes in the middle school a lot of kids may feel lost. They don’t know their identity, but I truly believe that this can help them believe in themselves and no matter what God is always going to love them." Last week, FDSH FCA was also present at the middle school. FDMS FCA meets each Thursday morning at 7:15. FCA Student Leadership, L-R, with Dalton Summers : Brooklyn Lamoureux, Cameron Beck, Jerry Crockett, Nolan Lawler, Makai Kliegl

It's opening night! Don't miss your chance to see Quirk of Fate! Doors open at 6pm and the show begins at 7pm You have four opportunities: Thursday, Nov 14 - 7pm Friday, Nov 15 - 7pm Saturday, Nov 16 - 2pm (understudy performance) and 7pm

Forty-nine FDSH students attend the first Career Discovery Day hosted by Iowa Central Community College on Thursday, October 24th. Students signed up for one career pathway and got to explore a variety of careers in that track. Careers available were: Education & Human Services - Coaching, Counseling, Social Work, and Teaching Public Safety - Firefighting, Law Enforcement, and Paramedic/EMT Healthcare Track 1 - Dental Hygienist/Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Nursing Healthcare Track 2 - Medical Lab Technician, Nursing, and Radiology Technician/Ultrasound Technician #proud2bFD

Ms. Rasmussen's students at Cooper Elementary had so much fun with their Friendship Haven friends yesterday! #proud2bFD

Congratulations to all the Fort Dodge Senior High students who earned the Academic Award Letter! Keep up the great work, Dodgers! #proud2bFD

Behind every great performance is a team of dedicated students working hard behind the scenes! Our talented Fort Dodge Senior High students have poured countless hours into building and painting the set for this year's Fall Play, "Quirk of Fate"—a thrilling murder mystery set in the 1950s. And in true Dodger spirit, some FDSH alumni even returned to lend a hand with the painting! Catch their incredible work and the cast's performance this week! You have multiple opportunities: Thursday, Nov 14 - 7pm Friday, Nov 15 - 7pm Saturday, Nov 16 - 2pm (understudy performance) and 7pm Gail Niceswanger Little Theatre Tickets are $7 at the door. Activity passes cannot be used.

The 7 elected officers of our FDSH 2024 iJAG class joined over 1,000 students from across Iowa at the Leadership Development Conference in Ames! During this inspiring event, our officers sharpened their leadership skills, gained valuable insights for iJAG and their futures, and connected with students statewide to share ideas and grow together. L-R in the first photo: Hunter Kasperbauer Donovan Habhab Kolton Tiernan Tayven Altman Janelle Derrig Collin Tornabane Ryan Rasmussen #proud2bFD

Mrs. Grossnickle’s 3rd grade class at Duncombe Elementary had an exciting morning with a mock interview activity! After studying two renowned giant squid researchers, Dr. Roper and Dr. Kubodera, through their book Giant Squid, students crafted their own interview questions and took turns playing the roles of these scientists. They used their knowledge of the researchers and giant squid to answer each question. #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Senior High students competed at the DECA district competition in Gilbert recently! Ellie Alstott and Dawson Wolfe earned Honorable Mention in the Team Entrepreneurship category, while Emily Chichester and Braxtyn Dencklau received Honorable Mention in the Team Finance category. Way to go, Dodgers! #proud2bFD

The FDSH Band played at today's Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony, and 35 National Honor Society and Silver Cord members assisted at the event. Today was also a dedication of the Albert Habhab Veterans Memorial Bridge. #proud2bFD

Today, we honor and thank all veterans who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. We thank you for your courage and dedication, and for the impact you have made in your community. #proud2bFD

🔴⚫Reminder🔴⚫ No School Friday, November 15

Congratulations to our Student of the Week! 🔴⚫ Haylinn is in Preschool at Early Childhood Center. Haylinn is an exceptional student. She is always kind, helpful and makes right choices. She is a good friend to all of her classmates. She is very conscious of other students' needs and always helps students to follow class routines or to help teachers.

Mrs. Adams’ Honors English 10A students recently hosted a Culture Carnival as part of their class project! Each student was invited to bring a dish, artifact, or piece of clothing that represents their heritage. The activity encouraged students to connect their backgrounds with themes from The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros, which they’ve been studying in class. The Culture Carnival also helped students recognize and celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, expanding the discussion to include everyone’s unique cultural backgrounds. This activity sparked meaningful conversations and allowed students to learn more about one another through shared traditions and values. #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Community School District is proud to offer all students with $0 access to online therapy and counseling services, through our partnership with Hazel Health. Services are 100% safe and confidential. Your student can speak 1-on-1 with a licensed therapist from the convenience of school or home, with your consent. Hazel Health provides high-quality care for all students. Students cannot receive care without your consent, so please take 5 minutes to sign up today at hazel.co.

We are ONE WEEK away from opening night! Plan to attend the FDSH Fall Play - Quirk of Fate! 🔴⚫ November 14, 15, and 16 at 7pm Additional Understudy performance on November 16 at 2pm $7 at the door - No activity passed allowed

One of Ms. Moenck's preschool parents, Ms. Pettigrew, visited her class today to share her percussion talents with the class! She plays hand drums, tambourines, castanets, and drums. Students were able to try out some of the instruments she brought with her. #proud2bFD

We're Hiring! Join our Team - We're looking for a dedicated Music Teacher for Cooper Elementary and Feelhaver Elementary Click the link below to learn more and apply today! https://bit.ly/3yJhPgR #proud2bFD Equal Opportunity Employer