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🎄 Central DeWitt FFA and Central DeWitt National Honor Society students spent Monday morning spreading holiday cheer at Fieldstone of DeWitt, a WellSpire Community. Students decorated Christmas trees throughout the building and, once the final ornaments were hung, they serenaded residents with festive holiday music. If you head over to NHS’s Facebook page, you can listen to video clips of the students singing! 🎶

Service learning is an essential part of the student experience at Central DeWitt—it helps our students build leadership skills, connect with their community, and understand the impact they can make when they share their time and talents with others.

We’re proud of these outstanding Sabers for helping make the season brighter for Fieldstone residents! 💛💜

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🏀 The Central DeWitt Saber Athletic Boosters are gearing up for one of their biggest fundraisers of the year—the 2026 Saber Shootout—and they’re asking for the community’s support!

They are inviting parents and community members to consider donating a couple of hours to help run the concession stand and/or contribute individually wrapped baked goods to sell. Whether volunteers are available for a little time on Saturday, January 3rd (boys) or Sunday, January 4th (girls), their involvement plays a key role in supporting current and future Saber athletes.

Over the past 10 years, the Saber Athletic Boosters have proudly donated more than $500,000 to ALL Central DeWitt athletic programs. Support during events like the Saber Shootout helps ensure athletes have what they need to shine on the court, on the field, and everywhere in between.

Thank you in advance for your time, energy, and community spirit - it is appreciated! 💜💛

➡️ Volunteer Sign-up link: https://signup.com/go/aRDirub

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⚽ The Saber Soccer online store is now OPEN! Grab your gear and be ready to show your support this season—store closes Dec. 7th! Whether you're a player, parent, or proud fan, there’s something for everyone.

Shop now: https://adcraftwebstores.com/ctdbs25/

Thank you for supporting Saber Soccer!

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🎷On Saturday, Mr. Knowles and three CDMS students braved the weather to perform at the 10th Annual Quad City Saxophone Christmas at NorthPark Mall!

Organized by St. Ambrose University, this festive event brings together dozens of local saxophone players for a holiday concert featuring classic Christmas music.

Shoutout to our talented 8th graders Shupriya Karki, Ashton Heilig, and Evan Sandberg who did a great job representing Central DeWitt! A special thank you to Mr. Knowles for continually providing our students with ways to be a part of music outside of the classroom. 🎶💛

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Last Tuesday, our third graders celebrated their annual Roman Day, and they went all out! Students dressed like true Romans and spent the morning creating leaf crowns, catapults, mosaics, Roman coins, and even aqueducts.

From engineering feats to cultural influences, our young historians dove deep into what made Ancient Rome so remarkable! What a fun day of learning and creativity! 🏛️✨

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🎓 Meet senior Benjamin Uttech, one of our seniors who is on the path to success after graduation! He also has great advice for underclassmen. Way to go, Benjamin!


The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Niya Miller and Zoey Fuglsang. In this role, they serve as a resource for their peers in planning and preparing for post-secondary options. They help with scholarships, college applications, FAFSA, work-based learning opportunities, and more.

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #seniorspotlight #ClassOf2026 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding

🎄These talented Saber musicians kicked off the holiday season in style on Sunday, Nov. 23rd when they took the stage at the Festival of Trees in Davenport as part of the Bettendorf Community Band “and Friends” performance for Military Day!

Representing Central DeWitt were:
🎶 Kinnick Olson (6th)
🎶 Shupriya Karki (8th)
🎶 Ben Doerscher (8th)
🎶 Cael Ceurvorst (7th)

We’re proud of these students for sharing their musical gifts and representing the Sabers so well!

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDIS #CDMS #CDMSBand #CDISBand #FestivalOfTrees #MilitaryDay #SaberMusicians #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding

🎳 Our Special Olympics Unified Bowling Team brought their A-game to the State Bowling Competition on Saturday, Nov. 22 in Cedar Rapids! These athletes and partners represented Central DeWitt with skill, heart, and true Saber spirit.

🏅 Gold Medalists
• Athlete Gage Heston
• Athlete Kayleb Goldensoph & Unified Partner Addison Paasch
• Athlete Skyler Raymond & Unified Partner Nora Ubel
• Athlete Gabi Campbell & Unified Partner Kennedi Green
• Athlete Jack Burken & Unified Partner Avery Meek

🥈 Silver Medalists
• Athlete Nyna Sechrest & Unified Partner Sophia Mickelson
• Athlete Lakota Raymond & Unified Partner Kennedy Lackas

Congratulations to all our competitors—you make us proud to be Sabers! 💜💛

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🥎 Congratulations to senior Anna Prosise! Yesterday, Anna made it official—signing with the University of Missouri–St. Louis to continue her softball career at the collegiate level.

Her dedication, talent, and leadership have made a lasting impact at CDHS, and we couldn’t be more proud. Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement and the bright future ahead for Anna!

Go Tritons, and Go Sabers! 💜💛🐾

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🎓 Meet senior Landre Ruggeberg, one of our seniors who is on the path to success after graduation and has great advice for underclassmen! Way to go, Landre!

The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Niya Miller and Zoey Fuglsang. In this role, they serve as a resource for their peers in planning and preparing for post-secondary options. They help with scholarships, college applications, FAFSA, work-based learning opportunities, and more.

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #seniorspotlight #ClassOf2026 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding

🎉 ❄️ CDHS kicked off Thanksgiving break with a little fun at our Winter Assembly!

Students got fired up for the upcoming winter sports season as the school recognized all of their incredible athletes. Then the teachers took the stage with an epic lip-sync battle—and after some unforgettable performances, Mr. LaPage, Ms. Sullivan, Mrs. Jory, and Mr. Heiting came out on top! 👏🔥

A huge shoutout to Mrs. Moulton, Ms. Garrity, Mrs. Grantz, Mrs. Schaller, and Mrs. Barnes who also brought the energy and made the assembly a blast!

Students kept the excitement rolling with a competitive pizza box challenge, where the last student standing with their box balanced on their hand claimed the win. And of course… they wrapped it all up with a crowd-favorite T-shirt toss! 👕✨

Watch Lip Sync Battle Highlights here: https://youtu.be/OLvOJvQvjK8

What a great way to head into break—Go Sabers! 💜💛

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🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Saber Nation! We’re sending a BIG helping of gratitude to our amazing students, hardworking staff, and supportive community. You make Central DeWitt a truly special place, and we’re so thankful for each of you!

Don’t forget: Thanksgiving Break is November 26th–November 30th! Enjoy the food, the laughs, the downtime, and all the little moments that make this holiday special. 🥧🍂

We’ll see everyone back and ready to roll on Monday, December 1st! Have an amazing break, Sabers! 💛💜

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🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Addison Porter, who has a great future ahead of her! Way to go, Addison!

The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Niya Miller and Zoey Fuglsang. In this role, they serve as a resource for their peers in planning and preparing for post-secondary options. They help with scholarships, college applications, FAFSA, work-based learning opportunities, and more.

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #seniorspotlight #ClassOf2026 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding

🛠Our Building Trades program at CDHS is switching gears to create an even stronger hands-on learning experience for our students!

This year, students are constructing sheds from the ground up, gaining experience in every phase of the construction process—from concrete work and framing to roofing and finishing. The goal: give every student a full, start-to-finish building experience.

In the past, students remodeled homes, which offered valuable skills but didn’t allow them to see an entire project unfold. Instructor Michael Marshall said the shift was driven by two main factors.

“For one, the housing market is changing. It's hard to fix them up, sell them, and even make any money,” Mr. Marshall said.

He also explained that the old approach narrowed what students could learn. Since each renovation project took several years, individual classes only handled certain phases—like demolition, insulation, or drywall—meaning students walked away with only a fraction of the skills the program could offer.

“They weren't getting to see the whole process,” Mr. Marshall said. “And I really think it's valuable for the students to be able to see it from moving the dirt to putting the last piece of siding on.”

With the new shed projects, every student now gains comprehensive experience that better prepares them for a future in a variety of trades.

Currently, the students are working on a shed at Westbrook Park and hope to do more community projects in the future. With interest growing quickly, the program is booked with requests for the next two years — a testament to the quality of work and the impact Mr. Marshall and his students are making.

As the program transitions, Central DeWitt Community School District is accepting proposals for the purchase of the property students previously worked on in DeWitt. Those interested in learning more— including property details, submission requirements, and timelines can visit https://www.cd-csd.org/article/2530877

Offers must be received by Superintendent Stephanie Mishler at the District Administration Center at 1010 4th Ave. East, Door #15, DeWitt, IA 52742, before 12:00 p.m. on December 5, 2025.

We can’t wait to see our students gain real-world skills, support our community, and learn from local experts—this is an exciting new chapter for the CDHS Building Trades program! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #CDHSBuildingTradesProgram #BuildingTrades #HandsOnLearning #NewApproach #BuildingSheds #CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #RealWorldSkills #FutureBuilders #SkilledTrades #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding

❄️ Now that winter is approaching, here is a reminder of how Central DeWitt CSD handles potential interruptions or cancellations to the school schedule due to weather events. Decisions are made with safety as our top priority and are communicated as early as possible. See the graphic for more information.

‼️ If you were not able to connect with your child’s teacher about their Virtual Learning Day plan during fall conferences, please reach out to them so you have the information you need.

☃️ Also, here are some helpful tips to prepare for winter weather:
• Suggestions for Dressing For Cold Weather : https://www.weather.gov/images/safety/Winter-Dress-Infographic.jpg
• Suggestions for Driving in Winter Weather: https://iowadot.gov/maintenance/pdf/Winter_Driving_Tip_Sheet.pdf

Let’s hope for a safe and weather-friendly winter season ahead!

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #weatherprotocols #winterweather #schoolcancellations #communication #weatherevents #safety

🎓 Meet Jack Butler, one of our seniors who is making big plans for his future! Way to go, Jack!

The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Niya Miller and Zoey Fuglsang. In this role, they serve as a resource for their peers in planning and preparing for post-secondary options. They help with scholarships, college applications, FAFSA, work-based learning opportunities, and more.

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #seniorspotlight #ClassOf2026 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding

🎄We’re excited to share that Central DeWitt student artwork will once again be featured at the Quad City Arts Festival of Trees! A huge congratulations to Keely Nielson, who placed 3rd in the Festival’s High School Art Competition!

We’re also incredibly proud of the 57 Saber artists whose paintings, drawings, and 3D pieces were selected to represent CDHS in this year’s show. Their creativity and talent will be on display for the entire community to enjoy.

🗓️ Artwork on display: Nov. 22–30
👉 Click here for Festival of Trees hours, location, and details: https://www.qcfestivaloftrees.com/

With work showcased from 20 area schools, this is an amazing celebration of student artistry—be sure to stop by and check it out if you go! ✨


PAINTINGS: Nicole Maher, Asher Haedike, Kaelyn Denahy, Karina Lisnichenko, Emma Putman, Greenley Grell, Erica Lanning, Ellias Kinrade, Audrey Lewis, Yeva Matiitsiv, JJ VanDerGinst, Lexi Thiskahone, Kolt Miller, Tinsley Fowler, Kylie Lake, Tristen Fowler, Miykala Farmer, Kinsley Hanrahan, Nevaeh Locey, Ember Dykstra, Amelia Rickertsen, Jameson Gregoire, Olivia Lopez, Marissa Fee, Emily Sons, Willow Mueller, Ashlyn Puck, and Adel McAvan, Carlee Garrity, Lily Pauly, Keely Neilson, Eva Burke, Kay Tracy, Avery Speas, Shayla Tapke, Kinley Naughton, Isabella Houston, Amelia Griffin, Lena Perrone, Audri Guldner, Jack Butler, Jacob Risden, Khalief Tanner, and Paisley Kitchen

3D WORK: Meredith Grant, Miykala Farmer, Riley King, Colton Penniston, Jonathan Garrison, Madelyn Thole, Shayna Lopez, Taylor Feuss, Keely Nielson, Paisley Rathje, Ayden Scherer, and James Woolard

💜 It’s National Substitute Teacher Day! Our incredible substitute teachers step in at a moment’s notice to keep learning on track, bring calm to the chaos, and help students stay focused and moving forward. In long-term roles, they provide consistency, build meaningful relationships, and create a steady sense of routine for students.

Their willingness to help also gives teachers the space to care for their health, attend trainings, accompany students to events, or manage family needs—knowing their classrooms are in great hands.

To every substitute teacher: thank you for your commitment, your adaptability, and the heart you bring to our schools. You truly make a difference and we appreciate you! 💜💛

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