Fort Dodge Community School District

Congratulations to the 2024 FDSH Homecoming Queen and King! 👑👑 🔴⚫ Ashlyn Wills and Shawn Roberts II 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

To send our Dodger football team some extra luck for their game against Storm Lake, the FDSH cross country team is kicking off an awesome new tradition! 🎉 They’re running the equivalent of 70 miles—the distance from Storm Lake to Fort Dodge—with a football in hand! Our Dodger runners will be looping around the high school and middle school all day, with each athlete tackling anywhere from 4 to 10 miles. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Happy Homecoming, Dodgers! Dodger Denny was spotted at the ECC this morning, handing out high-fives and posing for photos! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Dodgers - We want to remind fans who plan to support our team tonight of the expectations at Dodger Stadium: ✔ No pick-up football games at the stadium and no standing on the track ✔All kindergarten through 6th grade students must be accompanied by an adult to enter the stadium ✔5th and 6th grade students are required to sit in the west stands with an adult ✔7th and 8th grade students will be allowed to sit in the designated section labeled "Middle School" in the east stands ✔7th and 8th grade students will only be allowed to leave the middle school section at the end of each quarter & halftime. Students will not be allowed to go to the west side during halftime. This includes restroom and concessions. ✔7th and 8th grade families - check your email or IC inbox for specific information on how students can access their seats at Dodger Stadium. ✔All High School students are required to sit in the designated area located in the Northwest corner of the bleachers. All fans are expected to be kind, be responsible, be respectful and be safe. Dodger pride is a deep tradition and following these expectations will allow everyone to have a positive and memorable Dodger Stadium experience. We hope to see you cheering on the Dodgers! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

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Senora Hinders recently took 12 FDSH students who are members of the new club, "Mejor Juntos" (Better Together), to the Afro-Latino Festival at Iowa Central. This club was created to support students learning English, with plans to offer tutoring, translation assistance, and buddy systems, all while building meaningful relationships to help these students feel welcomed at school. The festival was a fantastic opportunity for students to connect and engage with diverse cultures, all while strengthening the bond within the group. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

FDCSD Superintendent Mr. Porter was spotted in Fort Dodge Senior High encouraging students in their door decorating contest for Homecoming Week! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

The Senior Volleyball players recently took a moment to honor and recognize the incredible teachers who have made a lasting, positive impact on them throughout their academic journey. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Dodgers - Get your tickets to tonight's Volleyball games using the link below! 🏐 https://bit.ly/47e0slF #proud2bFD

📚 Cooper Elementary Library recently welcomed a special visit from Jeffrey Halter, Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for Early Childhood Education at Iowa Central Community College, along with 20 of his Children's Literature students! 🎉 District Teacher Librarian Mrs. Christine Sturgeon and Cooper Library Associate Molly Laird gave the group a warm welcome. Mrs. Sturgeon led a tour of the library, showcasing the latest updates to the collection and sharing how district libraries are pivotal in driving literacy and fostering a love for reading. She highlighted the importance of creating inclusive, inviting spaces and emphasized the powerful role classroom teachers play in sparking a lifelong love of reading. ❤️📖 Mr. Halter even hosted a fun story time for his students in the reading loft, a favorite spot in the library! Mrs. Sturgeon spotted two of her former elementary students among the group—what a full-circle moment! #proud2bFD

Today, we’re celebrating the unsung heroes of our schools—our amazing custodians! Their hard work keeps our buildings clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From early mornings to late nights, they go above and beyond to make sure our students and staff have the best environment to learn and grow. We can’t thank them enough for all they do! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

🔬 Last night, FDSH Health Occupations Instructor Mrs. O'Leary, along with students Katelyn Gehlhausen and Adalyn Schillerstrom, gave an exciting demonstration of the brand new Anatomage table! 🎉 This cutting-edge technology is transforming the way students learn, offering interactive anatomy visuals and endless applications for hands-on learning. 🧠💡 Thank you to the community members, board members, and staff who attended the open house! The future of healthcare education at FDSH is looking bright! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

🏈 2024 Powderpuff TONIGHT at Dodger Stadium 🏈 Cheer on the Junior and Senior girls as they face off in a game of flag football! Doors open at 6:45 Game starts at 7:00 🔴⚫ Free will donation to the FDSH Food Pantry. Items needed include: Dental Floss Toothpaste Deodorant Shampoo/Conditioner Pasta Pasta sauce Spaghettios Canned vegetables Mac and cheese Cereal Peanut Butter Jelly #proud2bFD

Dodgers - Get your tickets to tonight's swim meet using the link below! 🏊‍♀️ https://bit.ly/47e0slF #proud2bFD

Dodgers - Get your tickets to tonight's Volleyball games by using the link below! 🏐 https://bit.ly/47e0slF #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Coronation is Friday, Oct 4 at 1:15 🔴⚫ The Homecoming parade will begin at approximately 2:30 on Central Avenue 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

🔴⚫Reminder🔴⚫ All buildings release two hours early on Friday for Homecoming! #proud2bFD

The Fort Dodge Community School District is excited to announce an upcoming open house to showcase its newest cutting-edge educational tool, the Anatomage Table. The open house will be held on Tuesday, October 1st in Room 43 at Fort Dodge Senior High, offering students, parents, and community members an opportunity to experience this state-of-the-art anatomy visualization and virtual dissection tool. The purchase of the Anatomage Table was made possible through the combined efforts of the Fort Dodge Community Schools Foundation, which provided $60,000, and additional funding from UnityPoint Health — Fort Dodge, Calvert & Johnson Insurance, Iowa Central Community College, and Fort Dodge Senior High alumni, Dr. Joseph Schmoker and his wife, Tracy (Hurdel) Schmoker. The Anatomage Table is recognized as the most technologically advanced 3D anatomy visualization and virtual dissection tool. It provides real-human-based medical education through digitized cadavers and real patient cases, offering an unparalleled hands-on learning experience. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Congratulations to the 2024 Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Court! Homecoming Coronation will be Friday, October 4 at 1:15pm The Homecoming Parade will follow at 2:30pm 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Congratulations to our Student of the Week! Marley is in 7th grade at Fort Dodge Middle School Marley is always on task, she works hard and goes above and beyond expectations. Marley is genuinely kind to the people around her and she works well with others. She also shows grit and determination when things become challenging. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD