Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
The varsity girls' tennis team battled yesterday at the MAC tournament. Jordyn Blake and Audrey Seneli are in the doubles final, Jordyn in the finals for #3 singles, and Audrey will battle for 3rd! Let's go Dawgs!!!
Seniors: TODAY, September 11th, there will be a mandatory senior meeting during PRIDE time.
Juniors: Those interested in potentially qualifying for scholarships by taking the PSAT, sign up now in Student Services. The cost is $18. See the WAG for additional information about the National Merit Scholarship Program and registering for this test.
BHS, This week is Suicide Prevention Week, and we want to share this message with you if you are hurting: “ It isn’t weak to ask for help. It’s like using a flashlight when you are lost in the dark.” - Unknown Author. Our staff and community are here for you. Reach out to one of us, even if you don't know what to say. There is hope for healing.
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Homecoming week is around the corner! Shirts are for sale until THIS SUNDAY NIGHT. Watch this video for more information about the theme and week!
If you have volunteer hours you want considered for the Community Service Letter the deadline to have all the necessary requirements for 04/01/2025-09/12/2025 is Friday the 12th at 3:25PM. We will not accept late submissions. Please see Mrs. Cauwels in Student Services if you have any questions.
Athletic Events for this week can be found by clicking on this link - come out and support the Bulldogs!
Please scan the QR Code below to request songs for Homecoming!
Let me hear your Bulldog Spirit! What's that you say? Homecoming shirts and other spirit wear are now available for purchase until Sept 15th. Find the link in your announcements and make sure you get your orders in! Choose a bright color to match the student section's neon theme for the homecoming game. Link: https://bit.ly/BHSHoco25
Stop by the activities office to grab a signup form for PowderPuff! The form is due TODAY by the end of the day with the money. The PowderPuff game will be on Thursday, October 2nd at 7:30. If you have any questions, stop by Mrs. Doherty's room (Ms. Fank D264).
Just Two Weeks Away! Be a hero. Donate blood. Save lives. 
We are hosting our first blood drive at BHS on September 16th. All BHS students age 16 and older are encouraged to donate. Donations only take an average of 45 minutes and you could help 3 people with the amount of blood you donate in that time. If you are 16, you must bring a Parent Permission Slip with you every time you donate. Pick up your permission slip in Student Services or the Career Center now! Every donation makes a difference—and YOU can help. Sign up here now! See Mrs. Hoyt with questions.The 2025-26 "Surround Sound" Show Choir is looking for students interested in joining our show crew for the upcoming season! Show Crew helps out with many things, such as organizing costumes, handling props, and even moving some smaller extension risers. Below are the dates we would need you to be available, but we can be flexible!!! Please fill out this Google Form Below!
- Winter Preview - Sunday, January 25th
- Davenport North "The Big Dance" Show Choir Competition - Saturday, January 31st
- Bettendorf "Rhythm on the Riverbend" Show Choir Competition - Saturday, February 7th
- North Polk "Comet Sensation" Show Choir Competition - Saturday, February 14th
- Cedar Rapids Jefferson "Show Choir Invitational" - Saturday, February 21st
- Western Dubuque "The Main Event" Show Choir Competition - Saturday, February 28th
- Spring Showcase - Saturday, March 7th
Show Choir Rehearsals on Mondays & Thursdays (6-9 pm) starting in November through February
Upcoming meetings:
Chess Club will start after Christmas Break!
Enjoy trivia or quiz bowl-style competitions? Does that sound even better when the categories relate to math and science? If you're ready to pick up your buzzer, then Science Bowl is the club for you! We will have an informational meeting after school this Friday, September 12, in Mrs. Farmer's room, D301. We hope to see you there!
Attention creative students! The Art Club will be meeting again after school TODAY in room E-103. New members are always welcome.
There will not be an FBLA meeting this Friday. Please join us on Saturday, the 13th from 9-11 for a lock-in to learn more about FBLA, what we do and to meet new friends! Enter through the South Doors. Hope to see you then! Our next regular meeting will be Friday, September 19th in B204 Mr. Pisels room. Scratch forms and money are due at that time as well.
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
The first Book Club Pride session of the year will be held TODAY in the library.
The first National History Day Pride session of the year will be held on Friday in the library.
Mr. Jacobs will be hosting a PRIDE session on TODAY, September 11 to watch the 9/11 documentary "The Day the World Stood Still". Please sign up to watch the doc and learn a little bit more about the events 24 years ago that changed America and the world forever.
There will be a SELL Crew leader meeting on Tuesday, September 16th during PRIDE. Mrs. Zimmerman will request SELL Crew leaders. We will discuss our upcoming freshmen check in. Email her with questions!
Support a positively awesome culture here at BHS by signing up to Chalk The Walks during Pride TODAY. We will head outside and write positive messages on the sidewalks. Sign up under Mrs Hilton-Cullum's Pride and look for Chalk the Walk.
The first Gray Matters meeting will take place in Ms. Sheppard's PRIDE this Friday. We welcome any student who is interested in discussing mental health or suicide prevention. Please reach out to Ms. Sheppard with any questions.
Career Readiness Corner
Career Center Announcements
To view and sign up for events and trips with the Career Center, please log into ICC and go to the Work Based Learnings tab under "Explore Opportunities". Check your Announcements email for more info. Video directions to access ICC
Here's a look at some upcoming events listed in ICC with the Career Center:
ASVAB Test - Aptitude Test required for military held here at BHS
Maritime Industry Interaction Day - Learn about the many careers in the maritime industry
College Showcase - Over 15 college representatives will be here at BHS
JA Stock Market Challenge - Fun, high-paced event with friendly competition against other high schools participating in mock stock market trading.
Union Showcase - Meet with union representatives to learn more about what they offer
Iowa 3D Expo - The Army will demonstrate how they use 3D Printing
St. Ambrose Education Dept Visit - Learn all about obtaining an education degree at SAU
Contact Mrs. Husser at shusser@bettendorf.k12.ia.us for any questions or to schedule a time to meet with us!