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SMILE, it’s School Picture Week! School pictures are the perfect way to capture your child’s personality and create lasting memories. Make sure your student brings their A+ smile, just like this Saber! 📅 Pictures will be taken tomorrow, Sept. 17th, at CDHS, CDMS, and CDIS, and at Ekstrand Elementary on Thursday, Sept. 19th. Forms were sent home with students and available in all of the school offices. #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #smile #schoolpictureweek #capturethemoment #saberpride

Last week, Mrs. Franker’s 5th grade class used patriotic colors and images to create meaningful artwork in remembrance of 9/11. These Sabers put a lot of heart and effort into their projects, and they should be incredibly proud of their work. #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdis #5thgrade #september11 #neverforget

Arts in Education Week has come to a close, but the impact of the arts on our students will continue! Your support of the arts in education makes all the difference in nurturing the next generation of creators! Take a look this special video, made with the help of CDCSD marketing intern Bry Tobey, where our talented students talk about the impact the arts have on their lives. From music and dance to painting and drama, the arts give them a voice, inspire creativity, and help shape their future. 📽️ https://youtu.be/gpUvIMhomwQ #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #ArtsInEducation #SupportTheArts #CreativeMinds #saberpride #saberssucceeding

Today three Central DeWitt teachers were awarded a Quilt of Valor during a ceremony at the DeWitt American Legion. Keith Townsley (National Guard), Kirk Machovec (Coast Guard) and Bob Schwartz (Air Force) were recognized for their service, sacrifice, and valor in defending our nation. Thank you to Mr. Townsley, Mr. Machovec, and Mr. Schwartz for their service and for being such inspiring role models for our students! Quilts of Valor is a non-profit organization that awards hand-stitched quilts to all veterans, no matter how long or in what capacity they served, in hopes it will provide comfort and healing. To learn more visit https://www.qovf.org/ #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #quiltsofvalor #veterans #weloveourteachers #centraldewittteachers #thankyouforyourservice #saberssucceeding #saberpride

🏈 This Friday after the 5 p.m. home game we will recognize the DeWitt Youth Football players and coaches! Please see info below. Hope to see you there to support the youth football players as well as our Saber Football teams! #gosabers #centaldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrand #dewittyouthfootball #saberfootball

Calling all adventurers! Would you like to explore beautiful Iceland in June of 2026? Mr. Mercado is organizing a tour for students, parents and community members! There will be a meeting for all who are interested in learning more on Wednesday, Sept. 18th in the CDHS Media Center from 7-8 p.m. Please RSVP at the following link if you plan to attend: https://rsvp.eftours.com/4c5kw6b If you enroll by September 27th, you qualify for a risk-free enrollment period and $200 off the cost of the tour. You can also find more details about the tour (including cost and itinerary) at the following website: https://www.eftours.com/tour-website/2806194FX If you cannot attend the meeting but are interested in learning more, simply contact eddie.mercado@cd-csd.org. Please keep in mind, EFTours is a travel company that is not a part of our school. They are responsible for all aspects of the tours they provide. Please consider joining this unforgettable experience!

This week, we celebrate the transformative power of the arts in our schools. The arts aren't just extracurricular—they’re essential. Whether it’s through painting, music, theater, dance, or any other creative outlet, the arts play a vital role in fostering creativity, promoting innovative thinking, developing motor, language and social skills, and inspiring confidence. We hope you’ll join us in supporting arts education, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore their creative potential. Thank you to all the educators, staff, students, and artists who make our schools vibrant with creativity! Later this week you’ll hear how the arts have impacted our students, so stay tuned! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #ArtsinEducationWeek #theartsareessential #saberpride #saberssucceeding #saberartists #saberdrama #saberband #saberchoir #supporthearts

If you plan to attend tonight’s football game at Northeast High School, please know all tickets must be purchased through Bound. Cash will not be accepted at the gate. We encourage you to purchase tickets in advance on the Bound app or here: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/northeastgooselake/tickets We hope to see everyone there to cheer on our Sabers tonight! Let’s go, Sabers! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #saberfootball #northeasthighschool #ticketsales #saberpride #letsgosabers #victory

We want to inform you that the district is currently experiencing issues with our internet service, which may affect our phone systems. At this time, the transportation department phones appear to be the only ones impacted. If you need assistance with transportation in the morning, please contact your student’s building directly or email our Operations Director, Brent Rheingans, at brent.rheingans@cd-csd.org. He can read and respond to emails via his cell phone. We understand how inconvenient this may be and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue.

Our fifth-grade band is off to a fantastic start, already creating their first “sound” of the year last Friday! We’re grateful for Mr. Knowles’ guidance and patience as he leads our young musicians on this exciting musical journey. https://youtu.be/XXwKZV6SQRI #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdis #5thgradeband #saberpride #saberssucceeding

We’ve been made aware that the NFHS cameras at Birney Field are having technical issues and have contacted NFHS. Thank you for your patience as we work with them to fix the problem as soon as possible. #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #birneyfield #saberfootball #nfhsnetwork

What an incredible first full week of school it's been! Yesterday to celebrate CDHS hosted an assembly to introduce freshman QueST classes and set the stage for an exciting year of learning, growth, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Welcome to CDHS, Class of 2028! Check it out: https://youtu.be/TAiYU_qqo88 #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #freshmen #classof2028 #saberssucceeding #saberpride

What an incredible day for our kindergartners at Ekstrand Elementary! The Class of 2037 came together for the first time, and the energy was electric. We can't wait to see all the amazing things these young Sabers will achieve. The future is bright! 💜💛 Go Sabers! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #ekstrandelementary #ClassOf2037 #kindergarten #saberpride

REMINDER: There is no school on Monday, Sept. 2nd. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend and look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #noschool #laborday #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelememtary

We're thrilled to kick off our first home football game of the season! To make sure everyone has a fantastic and safe experience at Birney Field, let's go over a few key expectations. • Family Areas: The grassy areas on the home side are perfect for families with young children. We encourage parents to keep their little ones close and enjoy the game together—cheering on our Sabers is more fun as a family! • Designated Seating Areas: To ensure everyone has the best view and experience, we have designated seating for different groups. Intermediate School students will be in the bleachers on the north side, Middle School students will be near the scoreboard, and High School students in the main bleachers’ student section. Our amazing CDHS Marching Band will have their own section in the main bleachers, furthest to the north. Students are asked to stay in their assigned areas and soak in all the excitement of the game. Of course, students can also sit with an adult in other areas if they prefer. • Supervision: All students in 6th grade and under must be accompanied by an adult. This ensures our younger students are safe and well-supervised, allowing everyone to focus on enjoying the game. • No Extra Equipment: To keep the atmosphere focused on the game, please leave any equipment like footballs, scooters, skateboards, and rollerblades at home. Thank you for your incredible support of our students, staff, schools, and activities. Your enthusiasm and cooperation help make our Saber community truly special. Go Sabers!

🎭 CDHS Saber Drama is excited to announce this year’s musical...THE ADDAMS FAMILY! For CDHS students interested in being a part of this year's musical there are several ways you can get involved by joining the cast or crew! The musical will be directed by the team of Allison Swanson, Ryan Uttech, and Shannon Edwards. ⭐️ SAVE THE DATE: Performances will be November 15th and 16th at 7 p.m. in the Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center. ⭐️ CAST AUDITIONS • Tuesday, Sept. 3rd from 4 to 7 p.m. • Wednesday, Sept. 4th from 4 to 6 p.m. • Thursday, Sept. 5th from 4 to 6 p.m. (if needed) with call backs at 7 p.m. ⭐️ CREW INFORMATION There will be a crew meeting in the CDPAC on Thursday, Sept. 5th from 3:30-4 p.m. where sign-up forms will be available. Questions, please email saber.drama@cd-csd.org #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsmusical #fallmusical #TheAddamsFamily #saberdrama #sabersucceeding #breakaleg

Congratulations to our FFA livestock judging team for placing 4th overall out of 49 teams this past Saturday in Ames at the state competition! Team members included: Caden Bernauer, Ty Henningsen, Audrina Gordon and Kyle Deppe. Special congratulations to Kyle Deppe who was not only 1st individual in swine and goats but was the 1st individual overall at the state competition! Way to go, Sabers! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #dewittcentralffa #ffa #ffalivestockjudgingteam #saberpride #saberssucceeding

💜💛 It’s the first day of what is sure to be a fantastic school year, and our incredible staff is excited to welcome you back! Get ready for a year filled with learning, discovery, creativity, growth and endless possibilities. We can’t wait to see our Sabers back in action! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #ekstrand #cdis #cdms #cdhs #backtoschool #firstdayofschool #welcomeback #welcometocentraldewitt #makethemostofit #haveagreatyear #saberpride #saberssuceeding

We are so excited for our students' return tomorrow morning! One of the most important things you can do to support your child’s academic journey this year is to make sure they attend school every day. While we understand that illness and other events happen, absences add up and the impact on their education is huge. If your child needs to miss school, please contact your child’s school office before 8 a.m. to report their absence. We look forward to working with our Saber families to make this a great school year! Let’s go, Sabers! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #absencesaddup #saberfamilies #makeitagreatyear #backtoschool

The school year begins tomorrow which means our buses will be out in full force! This diagram is an important reminder of when and where vehicles are required by law to stop for school buses. 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. For more information visit https://bit.ly/46WDb7n #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #schoolbussafety #stoppingisrequired #keepoursaberssafe #backtoschool