Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
Join the Freshman Student Council in their first book drive in conjunction with the United Way. See flyer for info!
Attention all students taking the ACT Saturday, December 14th.
Per ACT you MUST have a PHYSICAL ID, such as a school ID, driver's license, or permit with a picture. Check out ACT.org for other acceptable ones. You will NOT be admitted with your phone / Minga pass or Infinite Campus.
Here is the link :
Congratulations to the Speech and Debate Team for their performance at this weekend's HCK Invitational at Davenport West HS. The following students returned with trophies:
Connor Hetner - 1st Place in Informative Speaking and 2nd Place in Spontaneous Speaking
Ethan Murphy - 2nd Place in Informative Speaking and 1st Place in Spontaneous Speaking
Natalie Newton - 1st Place in Original Oratory
Miley O'Malley - 1st Place in Student Congress
Ellie Winkler - 1st Place in Extemporaneous Speaking
The Speech and Debate Team ended up taking home 7 of the 11 trophies possible this weekend, including every 1st Place trophy. Congrats!
Congratulations to the Bulldog Wrestlers for taking 1st place as a team at the Dan Gable Donnybrook Tournament. This was a 38 team tournament with teams from 6 different states. Placing in the top 8 of their individual weight class was
106 lbs Hudson Fleming - 7th Place
120 lbs Jake Knight - 1st Place
132 lbs TJ Koester - 1st Place
138 lbs Cody Trevino - 3rd Place
175 lbs Lincoln Jipp - 1st Place
190 lbs Brayden Koester - 1st Place
Come out and support our bulldog wrestlers at home this Thursday at 6pm as they take on the North Scott Lancers
This week is FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid Month! No matter what grade you're in, it is important to understand FAFSA and how it can help you pay for your college plans! This week we will be busting some FAFSA Myths to help all students better understand FAFSA!
First up:
1. The FAFSA Is Only for Grant Money
The FAFSA not only determines eligibility for federal grants such as the Pell Grant for low-income students but it's used by many schools to administer federal student loans, work-study and institutional scholarships.
Some schools will not consider students for scholarships and grants provided by the school unless they fill out the FAFSA!
Seniors- the FAFSA is open now! Make sure you're logging in and getting your application done ASAP. See your counselor or Mrs. Hoyt with questions!
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Students and Staff, It’s that time of the year again – time for our Cozy Gingerbread Coloring Contest!
We’re excited to invite you to join in the fun and spread some holiday cheer! Here’s how you can participate: 
Pick up a coloring sheet at the Bettendorf High School Library. 
Entries are due by Friday, December 13th – don’t wait, get creative today! 
Winners will be announced on Wednesday, December 18th! There are two divisions: Student Division 
Staff Division 
So, whether you’re a student or a staff member, there’s a chance to show off your artistic skills and take home some sweet prizes! 
Don’t miss out on the fun—grab your coloring sheet, get cozy, and let your creativity shine this December! 
Looking forward to seeing all your beautiful gingerbread masterpieces!SELL Crew is hosting a fundraiser at Panchero's on Weds., December 11th at the Utica location from 5-10 pm. Please help support our efforts in welcoming freshmen and new students to the building!
LULAC is hosting a board game night in the Commons on Tuesday, December 10th at 5PM. This is a free event. Anyone in LULAC, or interested in learning more about it, are welcome.
Upcoming meetings:
The Speech and Debate Team meets Mondays - Thursdays in Room D105 - new members are always welcome. Stop by and see Mr. Rankin to learn more.
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!
Cultural Diversity Club- Wednesday, December 11th at 7:35 am -- Come for Cocoa and Cookies and learn about celebrations in December around our community :)
Chess Club every Wednesday after school in the Cafeteria
Women in STEM will meet after school Thursday 12/12 and Thursday 12/19 in Mrs. Rowland's room D317. We will be discussing upcoming guest speakers and new STEM campaigns.
German Club - TOMORROW and Demeber 17th after school in D-270
Spanish Club will meet on Tuesday, December 10th in Rm D265. Anyone interested in the culture of Spanish speaking countries is welcome to attend!
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
The Theatre Department is presenting the musical Cinderella this spring. For audition information please attend Pride Monday or Tuesday or a meeting after school Tuesday for more details and audition materials. See Mrs. Howard in D110 with any questions.
There will be a mandatory all-SELL Crew meeting in the commons today, Monday, December 9th during PRIDE. Email Mrs. Hilton-Cullum TODAY if you cannot make it.
SELL Crew will be holding a Gingerbread house-building event during PRIDE on Friday, December 13th for freshmen. If you are interested in attending, sign up for Mrs. Hilton-Cullum's PRIDE.
Gray Matters Collective Pride time - every Friday
Career Readiness Corner
Upcoming Visits
12/10/24 - Autotech Career Visit
We will visit three Davenport auto shops getting a first-hand look of what it is like to work in the auto industry, both the service and collision side. There will also be information about the auto tech and collision programs at SCC in West Burlington, Iowa. Spots are limited, sign up here.
12/10/24 - United States Air Force (in Commons, 11-1)
12/10/24 - Women in Cardiology
Area female high school students are invited to attend an evening of learning about Careers in Cardiology. Dr Rafat Padaria is hosting the event to promote cardiology careers to interested high school students. There will be hands-on components, and opportunities to talk to women who work in cardiology fields, including cardiologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, echocardiography and vascular, nuclear and radiology, technologists, and nursing careers. Held at St. Ambrose's Rogalski Center 5:30-7:30 pm. Sign up here.
Career Center PRIDE sessions
12/9/24 - Loras College
12/9/24 - LaJames College
12/10/24 - What’s a CNA? If you are interested in being a Certified Nursing Assistant, are curious about the classes offered at BHS, what a career as a CNA looks like, or just want more information, Mrs. Schmertmann will be offering all the information you need.
12/13/24 - DNR PRIDE - Meet with Conservation Officer Nick Rocca to learn about careers in the DNR. Sign up here.
12/13/24 - Coe College
12/16/24 - Carl Sandburg College
12/20/24 - South Dakota State University