Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
Check out "What's on the Menu" to see what is being offered in the cafeteria!
During Bullying Prevention Month, we want to remind you of your power. You have so much power to create a kind, caring and supportive community here at BHS. Think about your words and actions here at school, out in the community, and online. Do your words and actions make the world a better place, or is it time for you to make some changes and put more goodness out into the world? Join us TOMORROW, Wednesday October 22nd by wearing ORANGE for Unity. Unity means we stand together wanting to make BHS a safe and supportive community free of bullying. Stand with us, and wear orange tomorrow.
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Schedule Changes for quarter 2 must be completed by noon on Friday, October 24th. Remember, schedule changes are only allowed per guidelines and may not be permitted. There are NO SCHEDULE CHANGES once quarter 2 begins. Please fill out a student submission form to be seen.
Ready to get into the Fall spirit? It is time for a spooktacular movie night at Touvelle Stadium. Bring your sweatshirts and blankets for a chilly night under the stars! The movie night will be on Wed Oct 29th. Doors open at 6:30 and the movie will begin at 7pm.
Unity Day -TOMORROW-> Wear orange to show that we can unite to stop bullying.
It is time for our annual class competitions for the Hunger Drive!! 4th block competitions will end TOMORROW. We are accepting cans/non-perishable food or monetary donations. The Fizz and Freeze drink truck is donating a 16-oz free drink to each student in the winning 4th block class! Any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Doherty.
Student Council is looking for volunteers to help with Hunger Drive Canvassing! This is a great opportunity to earn service hours, make a real difference in our community, and help us collect donations for the River Bend Foodbank, as well as take down PV!
Canvassing Dates:
Thursday, October 30 – after school
Sunday, November 2 – starting at 4:00 PM
If you’re interested in joining, please fill out the short form HERE or scan the QR to sign up:
BHS is hosting a color run on Sunday November 2nd! Grab a group of friends and walk or run the 2 miles course around our campus! We will be spraying colors along the way so make sure to wear white. Registration is $15 and the link to register is in your announcements. Register here
There will be a brief meeting on Wednesday, October 29 at 1:30pm (right after school) for anyone who is planning on playing or interested in playing girls basketball this upcoming season. You will receive general information about when practices start & you will be able to ask any questions you have at that time. The girls basketball coaching staff is looking forward to seeing everyone there on the 29th at 1:30!
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Mrs. Vesey, a math instructor in Davenport, is offering free ACT tutoring on Saturdays in the Davenport Central Library for the next five weeks. This program is available to Quad City High School students (juniors/seniors). Space is limited, so DON'T WAIT! Students must register to attend. The sign-up is: https://forms.gle/EHzcK7yna3XVaDrA7. A flyer is attached, and parents/students can contact Mrs. Vesey if they have any questions at the following email address: Inspirenext22@gmail.com
SELL Crew will be selling Boo Grams in the Commons before school and before PRIDE this Thursday and Friday. Buy your friends a caramel apple sucker to be delivered to their 2nd block class on Halloween and support activities to welcome new students to our building!
Calling all Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Rainbow 6 Siege players! It's not too late to join our Fall Esports teams. See Ms. Mitola in the library if you are interested in joining
It's back! Our first Cozy Coloring Contest of the year is ready to go. Stop by the library to grab your coloring sheet. Entries are due TOMORROW, Oct. 22nd. Coloring pages will be displayed in the library, and winners will be announced on the following Wednesday. There is both a student and a staff division, so everyone can join in the fun!
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:
Politics Today - Every Friday during PRIDE
FCA will NOT meet TOMORROW, October 22nd, due to the end of the quarter and Finals. We will reconvene next Wednesday, October 29th in the Choir Room at 7:00 am!
Cultural Diversity Club is not meeting this week due to finals. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, November 12th at 7:30 am in B202.
For those interested in becoming part of the Bettendorf Wrestling Team this year, there will be an informational meeting that you need to attend. This is not just for the new wrestlers; this is for everyone. Please attend one of the following meetings in the PE classroom F200:
- TOMORROW morning at 7:50 am
- TOMORROW after school at 1:35 pm
See Coach Knight if you can not attend
The first day of practice is Monday, Nov. 17th.
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
Friday October 24th join Mrs Hilton-Cullum in the Brain Health room, where we will be painting positive messages on orange rocks to place outside to support Bullying Prevention.
Career Center Announcements:
To access events, log into ICC and go to the Work-Based Learning tab under "Explore Opportunities".
Video directions to access ICC
Here's a look at some upcoming events listed in ICC with the Career Center:
Union Showcase - Meet with union representatives to learn more about all they offer
Future Teachers Day - Thinking about becoming a teacher? This is for you! Learn about careers and degrees in the education field.
Construction & Building Futures Career Expo - This will be an exciting day of hands on activities and information about a future career in the construction industry
Agriculture Visit Day - We will learn about the exciting degrees and careers in Agriculture
Military Showcase - Meet and gain information about the various branches and opportunities in a military field
Contact Mrs. Husser at shusser@bettendorf.k12.ia.us for any questions or to schedule a time to meet with us!
Additional Information:
Looking for a part-time job right now? Check out the openings listed in ICC for current high school employment opportunities!