Fort Dodge Community School District

The Sports Physical Night is THURSDAY! Webster County Public Health will be on-site for vaccinations - this is open to any 6-12 grade student. They do not need to have a sports physical to receive vaccinations.

Congratulations to our Student of the Week! Gabby attends Duncombe Elementary Gabby always has a smile on her face and she is a friend to everyone. She is a fantastic helper and enjoys volunteering to be a lunchroom helper. She is kind and respectful to her classmates and all of the Duncombe staff. She is a quiet leader who leads by example to always do the right thing. Gabby has had two leadership roles this school year, Librarian Assistant and New Student Buddy. As a New Student Buddy, her responsibility was to give tours to new families and be someone new students could rely on for help or just to be a friend at recess.

Another group of health occupations students at the high school received their Stop The Bleed Certification last trimester! #proud2bFD

Ms. Erica from Webster County Public Health visits the elementary buildings and educates the students on various fruits and vegetables. This is a part of the Pick a Better Snack program. Last week she brought sugar snap peas to Feelhaver! Students learn hands-on how different plants grow and have the opportunity to use their senses to experience a (possibly) new snack!

The Sports Physical Night is Thursday, March 20. The event will be held at the Fort Dodge Senior High main gym locker rooms beginning at 5:15 The cost is $15 cash or check made out to Fort Dodge Senior High. Please direct any questions to bdrees@fdschools.org Webster County Health Department will be on-site during physical night at the high school. Nurses can verify that your child's immunizations are up-to-date and provide any needed vaccines that night without any additional appointments needed. This service is available to 6th - 12th grade students. This is open to ALL students and they do NOT need to receive a sports physical in order to attend the vaccine clinic. The WCHD immunization nurse can be contacted by email or text before physical night if you would like to know your child's immunization status ahead of time. Contact Katie at WCHD at: Katie.Loseke@webstercountyia.gov or text: 515-206-5082.

Fort Dodge Senior High's Intro to EMS students recently unpacked some of the new materials they received that will provide hands-on learning opportunities for future healthcare workers! #proud2bFD

Congratulations to the Dodgers who qualified for State Individual Speech this Saturday! #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Senior High student and HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) member, Grace Winkel, has been practicing for her competitive event at a state competition next month in veterinary medicine. Grace discovered her passion for veterinary medicine at a young age while spending time on her grandfather’s farm. She loved following him around as he cared for his animals, treating diseases like distemper in kittens, and administering medicine to cows to keep flies away. These experiences sparked her love for animal care and inspired her to help as many animals as possible. As she prepares for her HOSA competition in Veterinary Medicine, Grace has been using the Anatomage table to enhance her understanding of anatomy. This advanced tool provides a hands-on learning experience. She can see how bones align to form joints, visualize organ placement, and better understand how the body moves. After high school, Grace plans to attend college to become a Veterinary Orthopedic Surgeon for both large and small animals. She hopes to return to Fort Dodge to help address the growing shortage of veterinarians in the area. Through her involvement with HOSA, she has gained hands-on experience in subjects like anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, helping to prepare her for the next step in her education. This will be Grace’s first time competing in a HOSA event, and she is excited to challenge herself, connect with peers who share her interests, and expand her knowledge of veterinary medicine. Good luck, Grace! #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Middle School did an amazing job presenting Willy Wonka Jr! Congratulations to everyone involved, and thank you to Ms. Ascherl and all the volunteers who helped make the show successful! #proud2bFD

Congratulations to our Student of the Week! Peyton attends Fort Dodge Senior High Peyton has been an outstanding dedicated student in American History class, consistently participating in discussions and showing a deep understanding of the material. Her hard work and positive attitude make her a great role model for her peers. #proud2bFD

During School Social Worker Week, we recognize and celebrate all the amazing support, guidance, and care provided by our School Social Worker! Thank you for making a positive impact in the lives of our students! #proud2bFD

The Sports Physical Night has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 20. The event will be held at the Fort Dodge Senior High main gym locker rooms beginning at 5:15 The cost is $15 cash or check made out to Fort Dodge Senior High. Please direct any questions to bdrees@fdschools.org Webster County Health Department will be on-site during physical night at the high school. Nurses can verify that your child's immunizations are up-to-date and provide any needed vaccines that night without any additional appointments needed. This service is available to 6th - 12th grade students. This is open to ALL students and they do NOT need to receive a sports physical in order to attend the vaccine clinic. The WCHD immunization nurse can be contacted by email or text before physical night if you would like to know your child's immunization status ahead of time. Contact Katie at WCHD at: Katie.Loseke@webstercountyia.gov or text: 515-206-5082.

FDCSD Spring Break is March 10 - March 14 We look forward to seeing everyone again on Monday, March 17

Due to the winter weather, road conditions, and power outages impacting the area, all Fort Dodge Community Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, March 6.

Due to the weather, our Paraeducator Job Fair is rescheduled to TOMORROW Join us for walk-in interviews at Central Office! Check out available positions at the link below! https://bit.ly/41nNTRU #proud2bFD Equal Opportunity Employer

All Fort Dodge Community Schools will be closed tomorrow, March 5. Central Office will be closed.

You can use the link below to purchase tickets to the FDMS musical, Willy Wonka Jr! Friday, March 7 - 7:00pm Saturday, March 8 - 7:00pm 🔴⚫Tickets will not be sold at the door🔴⚫ https://tinyurl.com/3t4kjr3e

You can use the link below to purchase tickets to the FDMS musical, Willy Wonka Jr! 🔴⚫Tickets will not be sold at the door🔴⚫ https://tinyurl.com/3t4kjr3e

It's National School Breakfast Week! All FDCSD students can receive a FREE breakfast before school beginning at 7:30! #proud2bFD

No School on Friday, March 7 for Teacher PD