Thank you for choosing Central DeWitt and for bringing your talents, experience and passion to our Saber team. We’re so glad you’re here and excited for all that this school year will bring. Welcome to Central DeWitt! 🐾
BUS DRIVERS
Abby Wakefield, Rebecca Griebel
NUTRITION SERVICES
Linda Cady, Jenna Rahn, Elizabeth King, Dawn Marcus
EKSTRAND ASSOCIATES
Ashley Stafford, Liz Pitts
CDIS ASSOCIATES
Melissa Shady, Annabelle Schneider
6TH-12TH GRADE ASSOCIATES
Marion Eickert, Amber Voss, Olivia Webber, Gabe Vance
9TH-12TH GRADE ASSOCIATES
Adam Townsley
CUSTODIAN
Nichole Tuttle
HR/PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Kristy Speer
TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR
Neil Gray
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Blake Thompson
WORK-BASED LEARNING COORDINATOR
Morgan Kuhlman
EKSTRAND TEACHERS: Jordan Volrath (Preschool), Emily McMartin (2nd Grade), Jenny McDermott (Reading Intervention, Olivia Wheeler (Kindergarten), Spencer Thomas (Kindergarten), Anna Jacobs (Preschool), Addison Konz (Preschool)
CDIS TEACHERS: Cadence Radcliff (5th Grade), Carissa Marx (Special Education), Trisha Hey (Student Support Specialist)
CDMS TEACHERS: Mikayla Kinder (Math), Karin Mairet (FCS and Health), Taylor Wells (English Language Arts), Nicole Stover (School Counselor), Allie Wainwright (Special Education)
CDHS TEACHER
Andy Sheil (Business)
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Passing a stopped school bus jeopardizes the safety of our students and bus drivers. Please help keep our students and drivers safe by following these rules and sharing this post.
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A new school year means new opportunities, new memories and plenty happening across Central DeWitt! Make sure you’re in the know from day one by connecting with us through the tools and platforms below. Whether you’re looking for a calendar, a bus update, a lunch menu or the latest Saber news, we’ve got you covered!
🌐 WEBSITE: Our website is your go-to resource for calendars, forms, menus, transportation information and more. Find it all at www.cd-csd.org.
📱 CENTRAL DEWITT CSD APP: Download the Central DeWitt CSD app to have important district and school information right at your fingertips.
🚌 CROSSWALK K-12: Families of students who ride the bus are encouraged to use Crosswalk K-12 to help track their student's bus and stay informed about transportation. Instructions for downloading and using Crosswalk K-12 can be found on the Transportation page of our website: https://www.cd-csd.org/o/cdcsd/page/operations
🍎 MYSCHOOLMENUS: Don't forget to download MySchoolMenus to easily view breakfast and lunch menus for your student's school. Visit https://www.cd-csd.org/page/nutrition-services to learn more.
📧 EMAIL, TEXT & VOICE ALERTS: Parents and guardians of current Central DeWitt students can manage their email, text and voice alert preferences through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Double-check your spam folder and make sure Central DeWitt email addresses and phone numbers aren't blocked!
📰 NEWSLETTERS: Each school sends families a monthly newsletter with important information, updates and reminders.
📲 SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Central DeWitt on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest news, events and Saber happenings.
💻 OTHER PLATFORMS: Depending on your student's school or teacher, you may also receive communication through platforms such as Canvas, Seesaw, Infinite Campus or Google Classroom. Your child's school or teacher will let you know if these platforms are used.
All of this information, including instructions for downloading the Central DeWitt CSD app, is available anytime at https://bit.ly/3qL6nh2.
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It was good to see students reconnect with friends, families meet teachers, and our buildings come alive with the energy that comes with a new beginning. There were plenty of smiles, familiar faces and enthusiasm for what’s ahead.
We’re so glad you are all part of the Saber family—and we can’t wait to see everyone again on Monday! 💜💛
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SCHOOL MENUS
Wondering what’s on the menu? Families can find Central DeWitt school breakfast and lunch menus through My School Menus. Check daily options, view nutrition information and ingredients, and filter by allergens or dietary preferences.
👉 View school menus: https://myschoolmenus.com/ For easy access, download the My School Menus app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
You can also find a shortcut to school menus on the Central DeWitt homepage: https://www.cd-csd.org/
🥛 FREE & REDUCED-PRICE MEAL APPLICATIONS
This program helps ensure students have access to healthy, balanced meals to keep them fueled, focused and ready to learn throughout the school day.
Families are encouraged to complete a Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application. Eligibility is based on your current household income and family size, and applications can be submitted at any time during the school year if your circumstances change.
Once approved, eligibility remains in place for the remainder of the current school year and, if needed, continues through the first month of the following school year.
👉 Access the application and find more Nutrition Services information: https://www.cd-csd.org/page/nutrition-services
Questions or need help completing an application? Contact Nutrition Services Director Dede Wagener at (563) 659-4725 or dede.wagener@cd-csd.org.
Here’s to a healthy and successful school year, Sabers! 💜💛
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This is a new process for all of us, and we appreciate your patience the first few weeks of school as we monitor traffic and continue to make adjustments to work toward a safer and smoother arrival and dismissal experience for everyone.
🚗 MIDDLE SCHOOL DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Middle school families should use the inner circle of the CDIS/CDMS parking lot
🚗INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Intermediate school families should use the outer lane, formerly used as the bus lane.
🚌 BUS LOADING & UNLOADING
All buses will load and unload in the north parking lot loop between the high school and back of the intermediate school. We’ve included a map showing where buses will be located, along with the bus number and driver’s name. Please note that bus numbers and driver assignments are subject to change based on transportation needs.
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EICC ORIENTATION REMINDER: CDHS students taking EICC college credit courses this fall—academy, online, or in-person—must attend one mandatory orientation session. Orientation will take about one hour.
Two convenient options:
📅 Thursday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m.
📍 CDHS Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center
Recommended for online students, students taking in-person courses at CDHS, and Maquoketa Academy students—but all students are welcome.
📅 Friday, Aug. 21 at 1 p.m.
📍 DeWitt Career Advancement Center
817 E. Industrial St., DeWitt
Recommended for DeWitt Academy students—but all students are welcome.
Before attending, students should also log in to EICC Connect and review their class registrations, times, locations and other course information. Refresher login instructions have been emailed, and login information will also be sent in a reminder.
If you can't attend or if you have questions, please contact holly.hansen@cd-csd.org.
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💜💛 Yesterday, Central DeWitt teachers and staff came together to begin a new school year and celebrate the choice each of us makes every day—not only in how we show up, but in how we show our Saber Spirit.
It’s more than purple and gold. Saber Spirit comes to life in the way we support our students, families and one another—in the way we choose to celebrate successes, learn from mistakes, lead with understanding, encourage one another, embrace challenges and remind everyone that they belong here.
We are incredibly fortunate to have a team of people who bring that spirit to their work each day. Their dedication, compassion and commitment to our students and one another are what make Central DeWitt such a special place to learn, work and grow.
As we begin another year, here’s to choosing our students, choosing each other and choosing to bring our very best Saber Spirit to all that we do.
A special thanks to CDHS choir, band and student council members for helping us start the year out right! See how they brought the energy here: https://youtu.be/0AhHnBP8tic
Welcome back, teachers and staff members! 💜💛
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🐾 Say hi to Slash and the Saber cheerleaders
📸 Stop by for a fun photo op
💜 Visit with our principals
💛 Pick up some purple and gold swag
🏫 Stop by with questions about the upcoming bond referendum
Make sure to check out the Central Saber Athletic Boosters Club and Central DeWitt Unified Special Olympics booths for some fresh Saber gear too!
Bring the family, bring your friends and bring your Saber spirit—we’ll see you at the market!
#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #CDMS #CDIS #EkstrandElementary #DeWittFarmersMarket #BackToSchool #BondReferendum #ConnectedCampus #SchoolSpirit #SaberSpirit #SaberPride
Make plans to stop by your school to meet teachers, find classrooms, unpack school supplies, practice locker combinations and get familiar with the building before the first day.
📅 Wednesday, August 19
• Ekstrand Elementary: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
• Central DeWitt Intermediate School: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
• Central DeWitt Middle School: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
• Central DeWitt High School: 6:30–7:00 p.m.
• Saber Activities Meeting for Incoming Freshmen and Parents: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
See you Wednesday! 🐾
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As you get ready for the new school year, make sure you know where to find the school and activities calendars to stay in the know about important dates, events and everything happening across Central DeWitt this year.
📅 SCHOOL CALENDAR: https://bit.ly/4hCzcED
🏆 ACTIVITIES CALENDAR: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/centraldewitt
You can also find both calendars anytime at www.cd-csd.org under “Calendar” in the menu bar or in the Central DeWitt CSD app.
The countdown is on, Sabers! It’s going to be an incredible year! 💜💛🐾
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Check it out and get to know our new teachers: https://youtu.be/20jF6jjk8M4
Help us give them a warm Saber welcome as they get ready to start the school year. We’re excited to have them on our team!
A special thank you to First Central State Bank for hosting our new teachers for breakfast and helping us kick off their Central DeWitt experience!
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📅 Wednesday, Aug. 19 — following the CDHS Open House
⏰ 7–8 p.m.
📍 CDHS Competition Gym
If your student plans to participate in any activities during high school, please plan to attend this meeting.
We hope to see you there! Go Sabers! 💜💛
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See the flyer for upcoming dates and locations. Each tour will begin with a brief overview of the facilities master planning process and the proposed Connected Campus Bond Referendum project. We’ll then walk through key areas of our current facilities, highlighting the needs and opportunities identified through the planning process. We’ll also set aside time at the end of each tour to answer questions.
We hope you’ll join us!
To see a list of other opportunities to learn more visit https://www.cd-csd.org/page/bond-referendum.
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It may still be summer, but Homecoming Week will be here before you know it! 💛💜
Homecoming Week is September 14–18, and now’s your chance to order the official 2026 Central DeWitt Homecoming shirt from the Central Saber Athletic Boosters!
The Homecoming store is OPEN, but don’t wait—the store closes August 26 so shirts are ready for Homecoming Week!
📅 Store closes: August 26
📦 Orders back: September 14
🛒 https://www.teamelitesports.com/centraldewitt.html
‼️Ordering note: Families will be asked to select their student’s school and include their teacher's name during checkout to ensure orders are distributed correctly.
Get your shirt. Show your spirit. Let’s make Homecoming one to remember! Go Sabers!
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💜💛 Join us at the DeWitt Farmers Market tomorrow for a fun night of Saber spirit! Stop by to see Slash and the Saber cheerleaders, visit with our principals, and grab some purple and gold swag. We’ll also have fun photo ops to celebrate the start of a new school year!
Be sure to swing by the Central Saber Athletic Boosters Club and Central DeWitt Unified Special Olympics table, too, where you can pick up fresh Saber gear just in time for the school year! 🐾
And if you’ve got questions about the upcoming bond referendum, our administrators will be there to visit with community members, share information, and answer questions about the future of our schools.
Bring the family, bring your friends, and bring your Saber spirit—we’ll see you at the market! 💜💛
#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #CDMS #CDIS #EkstrandElementary #DeWittFarmersMarket #BackToSchool #BondReferendum #ConnectedCampus #SchoolSpirit #SaberSpirit #SaberPride
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A new school year is just around the corner, and we’re excited to welcome our newest band musicians! Fifth-grade students are encouraged to sign up for Beginning Band and get ready for a year filled with music, learning, and fun.
Information has been emailed to families, so be sure to watch for it in your inbox. You can also sign up online here:
👉https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXedW0HEHK0i2SmJPbFFqoxuNOOLD5r6C95aOnP3pDf5aC8A/viewform?usp=header
A few important notes for families:
🎺 Need a school-owned instrument? Be sure to sign up as soon as possible! School-owned instruments are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and signing up helps ensure families who need one have the opportunity to receive an instrument.
🎵 Planning to rent from West Music? Now is the time to get your order started! This is a busy time of year for instrument rentals, so ordering early gives your child the best chance of having their instrument ready when band begins.
SAVE THE DATE
📅 Beginning Band Super Lesson
Thursday, September 3
5:30 p.m.
Designated CDIS Classrooms
Questions about 5th Grade Band? Please contact Mr. Knowles at thomas.knowles@cd-csd.org.
We can’t wait to see our fifth-grade musicians get started! 🎶
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🛒 Shop now: https://stores.teamelitesports.com/central_dewitt_xc/shop/home
⏳ Orders close Sunday, August 16!
Thank you for supporting Saber athletes! 💜💛
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