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Open to all! We invite you to join us for this fun opportunity to learn about the Bettendorf Community School District!

The Bett Academy will meet at different building sites to get to know more about the schools as they learn about the work behind the scenes 6-7:30 pm on the dates below.

Contact Celeste Miller at (563) 359-3681 or cmiller@bettendorf.k12.ia.us to sign up.


District Vision & Strategic Plan - Monday, Oct. 16
Bettendorf High School - Commons
Learn about the district’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values and Strategic Plan: how they came to be, what input went into them, and how they are used daily to guide the work of the district.


Board of Education - Monday, Dec. 11
Paul Norton Elementary - Library
Meet with a panel of board members to learn about the Bettendorf Board of Education. What are their visions for being on the board? What is their role and what are their responsibilities? How did their perceptions change? What are the biggest rewards and challenges?


Curriculum - Key 3+ - Monday, Jan. 8
Herbert Hoover Elementary - Commons
Learn how curricular areas tie together to support the education and future of our students - starting with math, science, and language arts.


Student & Family Supports - Tuesday, Feb. 20
Bettendorf Middle School - Cafeteria
Meet members of the team who help students and families overcome challenges to achieve success in their educational journey and personal lives: counseling services, social workers, outreach, and mental health partners.


Student Services - Monday, March 4
Grant Wood Elementary -  Library

Learn about student services programs and how they benefit students and families - Talented & Gifted (ELP), English Language Learners (ELL), Special Education, Preschool, and Title 1 Reading.


Let’s Eat & Show Me the Money - Monday, April 1
Mark Twain Elementary - Commons
What guides the district nutrition service program and how do we involve student feedback in our menus?

How are school districts funded? Learn about the revenue sources that fund the school district and how the fund can be used for teaching and learning.


Mission: Career Readiness - Monday, May 13
Neil Armstrong Elementary - Commons
What district staff and their community partners do to help students explore and become ready for their futures throughout their academic career (Preschool - 12th grade).