Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Celebrate Spread the Love Week 2/10-2/14 with the dress-up days listed in the ad! There will be pride sessions in the commons at the High School on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Friday we will have a pep assembly!
SENIORS! Scholarship date changes. Scholarships have opened and will close on March 14th. Please see Mrs. Cauwels in Student Services if you have questions.
The BHS Library has debuted collectible bookmarks! Visit our traveling book displays in Student Services, the Career Center, and Ms. Huff's art room (G001) to collect the first 3. New books and bookmarks will be added to these locations at the start of every new month until the end of the school year. Keep checking each of these traveling book displays to collect all 15 bookmarks. Happy reading!
The BHS Library is hosting Black History Month Read-Ins for the month of February. All students and staff are invited to sign up using this form. Participants will choose one of 4 recently published award winning books by Black authors to read and discuss in twice-weekly lunch groups in the library on Thursdays and Fridays. If you are signed up, you will be allowed to eat in the library. Students who complete "the challenge" by the end of the month will receive a FREE BOOK. See the image in your announcement email for more info.
BHS, snow is coming. Do you need a winter coat? We are holding a winter coat giveaway in the upper commons all this week. Check the racks, and take a coat if you need one. Stay warm, Bulldogs
Attention all Esports students: There will be a JV Rocket League match after school today. ONLY JV Rocket League students need to attend. For all other players, there will be NO ESPORTS this week. Take a very much needed break before the Spring season begins.
Upcoming meetings:
Conservation Club meets every Monday from 3:30-4:30 in room C302. If you're interested in saving species by planting flowers and testing water quality, or you're interested in going on field trips that include boating on the Mississippi River or hiking through forests, join us!!
German Club meets every Tuesday in February in D-270 from 3:30-4:15.
Chess Club meets every Wednesday in the cafeteria after school
Film Club meets every Friday during PRIDE in Mrs. Mojeiko's room, B210. Come this Friday to eat snacks watch student-made films and be a part of the next production!
Cultural Diversity Club - Next meeting - Wednesday, February 12th at 7:35 am in the Commons (this is a change of venue!) we will have our yearbook picture taken and be planning Black History Month events :) All are welcome!
Anyone interested in boys track and field - see Coach Terronez in the weight room Tuesday and Thursdays. We will have a meeting Tuesday, February 18th after school. Any questions you can see Coach Hinders as well.
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
Gray Matters Collective - every Friday
Skills USA will meet in Mr. Shoemaker's room on Friday, 2/14. That is J Shoemaker, not C Shoemaker.
Career Readiness Corner
Here's a look at what’s planned in the Career Center, sign up now so you don’t miss out! Contact Mrs. Husser at shusser@bettendorf.k12.ia.us for any questions or to schedule a time to meet with us!
Are you a junior who has taken welding classes? Have you considered a welding apprenticeship? Email Mrs. Hoyt by 2/13 to begin the process of applying for our BHS welding apprenticeship program!
Seniors planning to attend Scott Community College next year—have you taken college classes in high school? If so, you're eligible for the Connections Scholarship! This tuition award is waiting for you, but you must apply by March 1st. Don’t miss out—apply now! More info here: eicc.edu/connections
Upcoming Events
2/13/25 - IT, Cybersecurity, and AI Career Visit - Discover more about the exciting career paths in IT, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence. Rouse Consulting Group located in the QC will be here for an interactive session about the education, certifications, and career opportunities in these exciting fields. We will have a hands-on activity for a real-world glimpse into cybersecurity. Space is limited! Signup Here
2/20/25 - Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Careers - Signup Here
2/27/25 - Careers in Mental Health - We will meet several professionals currently working in the Mental Health field. This event will include general information about various career paths, a mindfulness exercise, therapy dogs and more! Signup Here
Upcoming Career Center PRIDE sessions Signup Here!
2/11/25 - University of Iowa Engineering visit - Come learn more about the engineering program at the University of Iowa from a current professor!
2/21/25 - Augustana College
3/3/25 - LaJames College
3/3/25 - St Ambrose
3/6/25 - QC Electrical Training Center (Electricians Union) - We will have a representative here to provide information on the apprenticeship program, training, benefits, and what is required to become a licensed union electrician.
Upcoming Military Visits:
2/11/25 - National Guard (11-1 in Commons)