Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
Congratulations to the Speech and Debate Team for their performance at this weekend's Touravelt Speech and Debate tournament at Des Moines Roosevelt HS. The following students returned with awards:
Taylor Gainey - 6th Place in Informative Speaking
Ethan Murphy - 3rd Place in Spontaneous Speaking
Audrey Winkler - Top Speaker in Novice Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Interested in joining the Speech and Debate Team? See Mr. Rankin in Room D105 for more information.
Check out "What's on the Menu" to see what is being offered in the cafeteria!
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Due to cold weather and the possibility of rain, the fall movie night on the field for tonight is cancelled!! Please come to the upcoming volleyball tournament or color run instead as ways to support the student hunger drive!
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-mile 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
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
It's voting time! Please click on the link here to vote for your favorite student and staff coloring picture! The winner will be announced on October 31st, 2025!
The November BHS Blood Drive is quickly approaching. Sign up now at this link to get your spot at a time that works best for you! Remember that 16-year-olds need a parent permission slip every time you donate! Grab your permission slip in the Career Center now so you don't forget! Our region is in crucial need of blood supplies. Be a superhero and sign up today!
Upcoming meetings:
Politics Today - Every Friday during PRIDE
There will be a brief meeting TODAY (right after school) for anyone who is planning on playing or is 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!
Cultural Diversity Club is not meeting this week due to finals. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, November 12th, at 7:30 am in B202.
FBLA - Friday, October 31st
If you missed the wrestling meeting, but you would still like to go out for wrestling, please contact Coach Knight. The wrestling season starts on November 17th
All girls interested in the girls' golf team, sign up for Coach Furne's pride on November 6th.
Spanish Club will meet next Thursday in Mr. Dominguez's classroom after school. We will celebrate Día de Muertos. Anyone is welcome to attend.
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
SELL Crew is hosting Boo Bingo in the Commons during PRIDE on Friday, 10/31, for any freshman or new student to BHS. Come play Bingo and win fun prizes. Sign up for Mrs. Zimmerman’s PRIDE!
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:
PRIDE: 10/30/25 - sign up in Flexi to meet with representatives from Cornell, University of Dubuque, and EICC in the Career Center
Union Showcase - Thinking of becoming an apprentice and going into the trades? We will have several unions at BHS here for you to speak with.
Future Teachers Day - If you are interested in becoming a teacher, this is for you! Learn about careers and degrees in the education field.
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 the military
Auto Mechanics & Collision Career Visit - We will tour a dealership and autobody shop to learn about careers in these sought-after fields. A representative from Southeastern Community College will share information about their AAS degrees and programs available.
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!