Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
March Mammal Madness deadline has been extended until Wednesday. Pick up and drop off your bracket in Mrs. Hansen’s room D313. More info on the tournament here. Last year’s winner was the Shark. BHS winner was Owen Levora. Check out the full BHS leaderboard here.
SENIORS! Scholarships are open! Click this LINK to apply. If you need help printing anything or have any questions, please see Mrs. Cauwels in Student Services. Scholarships close March 14th
Upcoming events/deadlines:
Join us for a night dedicated to celebrating and advancing women in the sports industry! Perfect for young people looking to make their mark, this event will focus on mentorship, career growth, and building a strong, connected network. The event takes place Thursday, March 13th from 5pm-8pm at Modern Woodmen Park. The event (hosted by St. Ambrose University and The Quad City Times Bix 7) is free with your student ID. Please see Mr. Deuth in room D103 for more information.
SENIORS- click this link to buy a senior shirt. There are some other items as well to recognize the senior class! Store is open until March 12th!
The 2025 Senior Awards season is upon us. Please fill out this LINK to be recognized at the April 30th awards ceremony. The form must be filled out by Monday, April 14th, please see Mrs. Cauwels in Student Services with any questions.
Anyone interested in Girls Soccer, leading up to break, we have a preseason camp from Monday to Thursday from 4-5 pm at the TBK sports complex. The dates are March 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13. The cost is $10 to cover field rental. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Coach Fank in D264 or Coach Keith in C371.
There will be boys soccer open gym in TouVelle Stadium, beginning at 5:15 pm, on both Tuesday, March 11 and Wednesday, March 12. Any questions, see Mr. Hornaday.
Cultural Diversity Club is hosting their Second Annual Black History Month Contest! This contest is open to all BHS students grades 9-12. Paint/draw/use digital mediums, etc. to create a piece of art that embodies the concept: Threads of Resilience: Weaving Black History into the Future - Highlight the interconnectedness of past, present, and future, highlighting the strength, perseverance, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. You can choose an area to highlight: Historical figures and movements, Cultural expressions, Personal stories and impact, Symbolism of resilience. Submit original or digital copy to Dr. Roeder in B202 by March 13th! Full Contest Requirements can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/CDC-BHM-ArtContest
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!!
Chess Club meets every Wednesday after school in the Cafeteria
Film Club meets every Friday during PRIDE in Mrs. Mojeiko's room, B210.
French Club meets Thursdays after school in room D268. We have snacks!
This week, GSA Club will be having their meeting on Thursday, March 13th. Please sign up under Mr. Shoemaker's Pride. That's C Shoemaker, not J Shoemaker!
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
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!
Upcoming Events
4/2/25 - LEJA Open House - BHS will be attending this informational day full of exciting sessions at WIU in Macomb. Sign up at the link here or the QR code below. Note this is a Wednesday
4/3/25 - Mindfire Communications Visit Signup Here Join us for an exciting visit to MindFire Communications, a full service marketing agency located in the QC. We will tour their office, meet professionals in the industry, and learn about the exciting opportunities in this field. Topics covered will be graphic design, video editing, web design, marketing, public relations, content creation, and media services.
Upcoming Career Center PRIDE sessions
3/14/25 - Westpoint Academy information session with BHS Alum Cooper Agosta
3/24/25 - Future Teachers Academy (Insert flyer here)
4/3/25 - University of Iowa
Upcoming Military Visits:
3/13/25 - Marines (11-1 in Commons)