Fort Dodge Community School District

FDSH student Damien Borowski recently won the high school division of The Messenger's Design an Ad contest! Congratulations, Damien! #proud2bFD

Today we celebrate and thank our incredible school nurses who play a vital role in keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn! We are so grateful for the compassion, professionalism, and dedication our school nurses show every single day. You’re not just caregivers—you’re advocates, educators, and trusted allies for our students, families, and staff. #proud2bFD

In April, FDSH students participated in Iowa Central Community College's Health Science Competition, winning 1st and 2nd place! The competition was a timed race. Students went to various health science programs throughout campus where they were able to learn skills and then test on those skills. Once they completed the required task and answered questions correctly they were given clues for their next station. The teams that completed all of the stations the fastest were named winners. Some of the skills included properly conducting a COVID screen and strep reading, accurately lining up an x-ray machine, properly performing CPR, and donning and doffing personal protective equipment. 1st Place Team - all members won a $500 scholarship to ICCC Hailey Carstensen Jacey Cooper Jiselle Donahe Vanessa Marin campos Gavin Pederson Brooklyn Pommer Shawn Roberts 2nd Place Team - all members won a $300 scholarship to ICCC Natalie Baade Gabby Castro Ayva Foote Drew Mason Meah McCaleb Felicity Strain Cadence Tooney Way to go, Dodgers! Thank you for representing FDCSD! #proud2bFD

Today — and every day — we celebrate the incredible teachers who make a difference in the lives of our students. Your passion, dedication, and care help shape bright futures, one lesson at a time. Thank you for all you do to inspire, encourage, and empower Dodger students. We’re grateful for you! #proud2bFD

All FDCSD 5th grade students and their families are invited to Pizza with the Principal Open House on May 8! At the Open House you will: ✔Take a tour of the building ✔See what a day in the life of a middle school student looks like ✔Receive important MS information ✔Meet the staff ✔Have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have as you prepare for your next academic journey #proud2bFD

Northwest Bank donated Caitlin Clark: Making Her Mark books to all FDCSD 3rd graders! 📚 Former Dodgers now working at the bank delivered the books to each building. Thank you to Northwest Bank and our hometown grads for supporting literacy and giving back! #proud2bFD

Dodger fans can use the link below to purchase tickets online to this week's events 🔴⚫ https://bit.ly/47e0slF If tickets are not available online at the link above, they can only be purchased at the door. #proud2bFD

Congratulations to our Student of the Week! Elijah attends Fort Dodge Senior High Elijah is always asking questions and helping those around him. He is on top of all his work even when he needs to be gone for sports or music practices. He is nice to everyone around him in class and goes out of his way to help the ELL student in his class.

Congratulations to the 2025 Fort Dodge Senior High Prom Court! L - R: Tristan Hall, Alexander Jensen, Angel Gervacio #proud2bFD

On School Lunch Hero Day, we want to extend a big Dodger 🔴⚫THANK YOU🔴⚫ to FD School Food Service for serving smiles and nourishing meals to our students and staff every day! #proud2bFD

Exciting news! FDSH Students will have their art on display at Shiny Top Brewing! Stop by on May 19 for the opening reception! #proud2bFD

Congratulations to the Butler Elementary School students awarded with the Butler Good Character Award for modeling courage at school! #proud2bFD

A huge shoutout to our amazing students who represented us at the ICDC 2025 (International Career Development Conference) in Orlando! Braxtyn Dencklau competed in the Accounting Applications Series, showcasing impressive skills and professionalism on the national stage. Ellie Alstott and Breyer Feeley took part in the Emerging Leader Series, gaining valuable leadership experience and making connections with future leaders from across the country. We’re so proud of your hard work, dedication, and how well you represented our school and community! Mrs. Kavanaugh is the DECA Advisor at Senior High. #ICDC2025 #FutureLeaders #LeadershipInAction #proud2bFD

Tonight's Boys soccer games at Marshalltown will begin at 5:30

FDSH students enrolled in ICCC's Engines Class are looking for projects to work on before the end of the school year. They have room for projects such as oil changes, changing spark plugs, timing chain replacement, and more. Reach out to jreed@fdschools.org for details and to schedule. #proud2bFD

Fifth graders at Butler Elementary are learning about how the Civil War affected young boy soldiers. #proud2bFD

Today we celebrate our school principals for their dedication and leadership. Thank you for guiding our schools and putting students at the center of all that you do! #proud2bFD

The Fort Dodge Community School District is pleased to announce Laura Resnick as the new principal of Butler Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year. Resnick brings more than 15 years of experience in education and a deep commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and fostering a positive, inclusive school environment. Her professional background includes a wide range of roles that reflect her dedication to student-centered learning and collaborative leadership. She began her career as a Spanish and English Language Learner (ELL) instructor in Kent, Ohio, where she gained valuable experience working with language learners and diverse student populations. Since then, she has served in multiple instructional leadership roles, including Instructional Coach and Literacy Specialist with the Tigard-Tualatin School District in Oregon. Most recently, she supported behavior and school systems as the Student Success Coordinator for the Storm Lake Community School District and worked as a School Improvement Facilitator with Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency. Resnick holds master's degrees in education and school leadership from Cleveland State University and Dordt University. She believes that every student can thrive when supported by a dedicated staff, engaged families, and a welcoming school community. “I am honored to join the Butler Elementary team,” Resnick said. “I look forward to working together with our teachers, staff, and families to build a school culture that celebrates achievement, encourages personal growth, and nurtures the whole child.” Outside of school, Resnick enjoys spending time with her family outdoors, playing soccer, reading, and crafting—activities she says help her maintain balance and perspective in her professional life. #proud2bFD

SRO Hagar enjoyed lunch with FDSH students recently! He does an excellent job of building relationships with students! #proud2bFD