Fort Dodge Community School District

As part of the Arts in the Schools program, Angela Ayala from the Blanden Art Museum introduced Feelhaver 4th grade students to the amazing world of Alexander Calder, American sculptor known for his innovative mobiles. After getting inspired, the students unleashed their creativity and crafted their very own masterpieces with supplies from the Blanden. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Kristina will be teaching 2nd Grade and Cooper Elementary Kristina wanted to be a teacher because working with children brings her a lot of joy. She loves the amount of exploration, imagination, and play that occurs in education. Kristina is eager to continue working in a district that she loves, and is excited to learn new things and build relationships in this supportive district. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

During the school year, Duncombe Elementary welcomed various community members, businesses, and organizations into their building to greet students on Friday mornings. One morning was especially significant because Mr. Flaherty's father surprised him when he was a part of a group of military service members and veterans greeting students. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Hannah will be teaching at the Early Childhood Center Hannah became a teacher because she had so many great teachers and a grandma who was a teacher to look up to. She wants to help make a difference in children’s lives and help them love learning. She is really excited to be apart of the Fort Dodge Community School District. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

🎉 Today was all about welcoming our new teachers to the Dodger family! Our newest educators gathered for a day of training, learning the ropes, and getting to know the amazing team that keeps our district running smoothly. They heard from district leaders about how each department supports our schools, setting them up for success. And, of course, a huge Dodger shoutout to Shiny Top for hosting us all for a delicious lunch! It was a great chance for new teachers, administration, and teacher mentors to connect and recharge. Here’s to an exciting year ahead! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Rebecca will be teaching 2nd Grade at Cooper Elementary Rebecca has had many educators in the past who inspired her to be her best self, and she wants to offer that same inspiration to the future generation. Once she entered the classroom, she became aware of the literacy crisis facing students in the United States, which fueled her passion for teaching literacy. The Fort Dodge community has been very welcoming, and she can tell it is full of wonderful people. Although she was born and raised in Wyoming, Iowa has been a positive change for her. Rebecca is looking forward to joining Cooper’s teaching team and collaborating to best serve each student to the best of their ability. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Catch the Dodgers Friday night in their sports drink scrimmage against Humboldt! 6:30 Freshman with Varsity to follow Admission is a sports drink that the team can use throughout the season. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Shaila will be teaching Kindergarten at the Early Childhood Center Shaila has worked with young people and students for several years as a youth sports coach, youth group leader, and in a daycare, where she discovered her passion for teaching. She has had many inspirational teachers who have guided her throughout her teaching journey. Teaching has always been a huge passion of hers, and she cannot wait to learn and grow more during her time with FDCSD. What excites Shaila most about teaching at FDCSD is that she is back in the district where she went to school. It is super exciting for her to be back because she can see the growth that the schools have gone through. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Taryn will be teaching 2nd Grade at Duncombe Elementary Taryn has worked at Duncombe since 2015 and believes there truly is no place like it. The staff and students are amazing. She is excited to teach and learn alongside the incredible people and kids there. Love. Serve. Care. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Melissa will be teaching at Fort Dodge Senior High Melissa wanted to become a teacher and coach to share her passion for math and softball, and to be an impactful person in her students’ lives. She is excited to build positive relationships with students, staff, and the community, as well as to teach at the high school. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

📢 Reminder for Families! 📢 If you haven't registered your child for the 2024–2025 school year yet, now's the time! 📝 #proud2bFD

Dodgers, see below for information on Driver's Education classes. Students must be 14 and have their permit before being enrolled in Driver's Ed. Questions? Call 515-574-1971

Help us welcome our new Dodger Teachers! 🔴⚫ Jill will be teaching 4th Grade at Cooper Elementary Jill is passionate about fostering a positive classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and encouraged. Being a teacher gives her the opportunity to create a safe space for students to grow, express themselves, and develop confidence in their abilities. She finds great joy when students grasp a concept they previously struggled with. For Jill, being a teacher means being a facilitator of these moments, guiding students on their learning journey, and celebrating their achievements along the way. What excites Jill most about teaching at Cooper Elementary is that her mom used to teach there and spent most of her career at the school. She feels like this is a full-circle moment and is excited to create her own memories, joys, and fun with her students! 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Fort Dodge Community Schools will continue providing free meals to every FDCSD student enrolled at every school building during the 2024–2025 school year. FDCSD is able to offer free meals by its participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Ryan Flaherty, Jenny Litwiller, Maria Lehman, Marta Ramirez, and Danitza Cardenas represented Duncombe Elementary at the School Administrators of Iowa conference last week! They were selected to present during the Promising Practices segment, which showcases successful initiatives from schools across Iowa. Their session, titled "Building Belonging in a School: ELL Strategies for Inclusivity," focused on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for English Language Learner (ELL) students. The team shared practical strategies and best practices that have made a positive impact at Duncombe Elementary, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger Teachers! 🔴⚫ Tatum will be teaching at the Fort Dodge Middle School Fun fact about Tatum: she is a Cardiovascular Technologist and has been for over 10 years! She continues to work in the Cath Lab, where she assists doctors in cardiac and vascular procedures such as heart catheterizations, pacemakers, and invasive interventional radiology procedures. Tatum has a passion for the healthcare field and always will. She has also always had a passion for teaching! Seeing the pure happiness and excitement in someone else's eyes as she teaches them is by far the best feeling for her. Tatum cannot wait to teach students about all the possibilities available to them in the healthcare industry. She believes that healthcare will continue to grow, along with the career options and pathways in the field. Tatum is excited to continue working for the FDCSD in a new role that will provide middle school students with more options and guidance on what their futures might look like if they choose a healthcare career. Her goal is to offer as many healthcare career options and pathways to each student for a successful future in a fun and engaging environment. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

Join us for a school board meeting tonight at 6:00 at the Central Office. #proud2bFD

Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Katherine will be teaching at Fort Dodge Middle School Katherine wanted to become a teacher to inspire kids to want to learn. Teaching gives her the opportunity to guide and encourage kids to become lifelong learners. Katherine is excited to teach in the Fort Dodge district because it's home to her. Having graduated from FDCSD, she is eager to work in the district that taught her so much. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD

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Help us welcome our new Dodger teachers! 🔴⚫ Laurie will be teaching 5th Grade at Duncombe Elementary. Laurie has wanted to be a teacher for as long as she can remember. She has a strong desire to build meaningful relationships with students and make a positive impact on their lives. Laurie is very excited to move back to Fort Dodge and teach at Duncombe Elementary. She has heard many great things about the district, and everyone has been so kind and welcoming. 🔴⚫ #proud2bFD