🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Audrey Wilke who has an exciting future ahead of her! Way to go, Audrey!

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
about 3 hours ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Audrey Wilke
🎵✨The sounds of jazz filled Ekstrand Elementary earlier this week thanks to a special performance from our talented Swingin’ Sabers Jazz Band!

What a great opportunity for our elementary students to get a glimpse of just one of the amazing opportunities waiting for them in high school. Who knows…there may have been some future Swingin’ Sabers musicians in the crowd!

Thank you to our talented musicians and Mr. Greubel for sharing your talents and inspiring the next generation of musicians! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #EkstrandElementary #SwinginSabersJazzBand #CDHSBand #SaberMuscians #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding
about 17 hours ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
Swingin' Sabers Jazz Band performing at Ekstrand
🎓 Meet Lucas Johnston, one of our seniors who has a bright future ahead of him! Way to go, Lucas!

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
about 21 hours ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Lucas Johnston
🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ What an unforgettable night for Saber Track & Field! Congratulations to all of our State Track qualifiers! We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and determination these athletes have shown all season long.

It was also a special evening of unity and support. The Central DeWitt and Wahlert track and field teams came together at last night’s State Qualifying Meet for a meaningful show of support following the loss of our beloved middle school science teacher, Trisha Brookins. Both teams and many supporters wore shirts honoring Trisha while her son, Jayden, competed as a member of the Wahlert track and field team. The support shown by both school communities was truly moving and a reminder of the strength that comes from coming together during difficult times. 💜

🎉 Boys State Qualifiers:
• Alex Brown — 200 & 400
• Kyle Olson — 800
• Kyle Olson & Cole Niemann — 1600
• Adam Wilke — 3200
• Jameson Gregoire & Beck Maricle — 110 High Hurdles
• 800 Medley — Sam Pfeifle, Michael Palmer, Jonathan Garrison, Alex Brown
• 4x800 — Cole Niemann, Lucas Johnston, Jameson Garrison, Kyle Olson
• Shuttle Hurdle Relay — Sam Pfeifle, Jacob Marvin, Beck Maricle, Jameson Gregoire
• 4x200 — Michael Palmer, Jonathan Garrison, Cooper Small, Sam Pfeifle
• 4x100 — Sam Pfeifle, Michael Palmer, Jonathan Garrison, Liam Watters

🎉 Girls State Qualifiers:
• Ashlyn Appleby — 1500 & 3000 Meter Run
• Kaelyn Denahy — High Jump
• Shuttle Hurdle Relay — Kalli Barber, Adalyn Leistikow, Marie Klostermann, Kinley Birt
• 4x400 — Zoey Fuglsang, Ava Putman, Shayla Tapke, Audey Fuglsang

‼️ State Track apparel is available now, but orders MUST be placed by TODAY at 1:00 p.m. Order here: https://www.walloffame247.com/central-dewitt-high-school

All apparel orders will be delivered to the high school by Wednesday or sooner.

Good luck at State, Sabers! We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 💪🏅

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #SaberTrackAndField #StateBound #SabersAtState #StateApparel #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding Central DeWitt Boys Track & Field
1 day ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Trisha Brookins' husband, Jwan Brookins and Kayleen Griep
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt concession stand volunteers wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Central DeWitt and Walhert track & field teams wearing shirts in honor of Trisha Brookins
Check out this video from Central DeWitt PTO to see all the fun our students and staff had with “Tatt the Staff” during Teacher Appreciation Week! 💜✨

https://youtube.com/shorts/hQ76dXEUjao

A huge THANK YOU to our Saber families for supporting Central DeWitt PTO and helping make activities like this a success. And thank you to our incredible PTO for providing so many outstanding opportunities, experiences, and memorable moments for our youngest learners throughout the year. We appreciate all you do!

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #EkstrandElementary #CDIS #TattTheStaff #CentralDeWittPTO
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #OutstandingOpportunities #AnExceptionalExperience #SaberPride
1 day ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Ms. Wellman's class showing off their "tattoos"
🥶 Ekstrand Elementary students were challenged to raise $500 for Special Olympics to win the chance to dump a bucket of ice-cold water on their principal, Mr. Miller. Well…our students didn’t just meet the goal — they CRUSHED it by raising more than $1,000! 🎉👏

As the top fundraising classroom teachers, Ms. Wellman and Mrs. Keith earned the exciting honor of dumping the icy bucket of water on Mr. Miller! 🪣❄️

Watch the video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/LtDG0gXGEBY?feature=share

We are so proud of our students for coming together to support inclusion, kindness, and opportunities for all. Way to go, Ekstrand! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #EkstrandElementary #SpecialOlympics #IceBucket #SpecialOlympicFundraising #ChooseToInclude #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding
1 day ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Ms. Wellman and Mrs. Keith dumping a bucket of ice water on Principal Mr. Miller
Ms. Wellman and Mrs. Keith dumping a bucket of ice water on Principal Mr. Miller
Ms. Wellman and Mrs. Keith dumping a bucket of ice water on Principal Mr. Miller
🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Lacey Stoker, who has a great future ahead of her! Way to go, Lacey!

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
2 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Lacey Stoker
🫧 Second graders have been learning about corn and corn by-products with Ag in the Classroom Instructor Jenna Stevens! From food products to everyday items, students discovered just how many ways corn is used in our daily lives.

To put their learning into action, students got to experiment with a special bubble recipe using corn syrup — which helps make bubbles stronger and longer lasting!

Want to try it at home? Here’s the recipe:
🫧 2 cups dish soap
🌽 1 cup corn syrup
💧 6 cups water

Learning + bubbles = a pretty great day in 2nd grade! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #EkstrandElementary #SecondGrade #AgInTheClassroom #Corn #Bubbles #LearningIsFun #HandsOnLearning #OutstandingOpportunity #SabersLearning #SaberPride
2 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Second graders blowing bubbles using a special bubble recipe that uses corn syrup
Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Crossroads Health Foundation, in partnership with the LincolnWay Community Foundation, all of our second-grade students received FREE bike helmets on Tuesday! 💜💛

This marks the 13th year these organizations have donated helmets to our students, helping support the mission of preventing head and brain injuries while promoting safe, active lifestyles for kids.

We are so grateful to the Crossroads Health Foundation and LincolnWay Community Foundation for their continued investment in the safety and well-being of our students. Their generosity continues to make a meaningful impact in our community! ✨

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsbusinesscommunicationclass #crossroadshealthfoundation #lincolnwayfoundation #bikehelmets #ekstrandelementary #saberpride #saberssucceeding
3 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Second graders, Community Health Foundation and EMTs
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Robin Krogman, Director of the Crossroads Health Foundation, introducing the EMT and ER Nurse
Students touring the ambulance and learning about its features
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
Second graders receiving their bike helmets from LincolnWay Community Foundation and Crossroads Health Foundation volunteers
🎓 Meet Landon Paasch, one of our seniors who is on the path to success after graduation! Way to go, Landon!

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
3 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Landon Paasch
We are thrilled to recognize Stacy Hardison as our April 2026 Employee of the Month!

At Ekstrand Elementary, Kitchen Manager Stacy Hardison plays an important role in creating a positive and caring experience for students and staff each day. Her dedication, organization and kindness help keep the cafeteria running smoothly while ensuring students are well cared for.

Stacy works hard behind the scenes to make sure meals are prepared accurately and served efficiently. She pays close attention to students with food allergies and dietary needs, making sure every child receives the correct meal safely. Families and staff know they can trust Stacy because she genuinely cares about the health and well-being of every student who comes through the lunch line.

One of the things that makes Stacy so special is the way she knows and recognizes students and staff throughout the building. Whether she is greeting students by name, offering a smile during lunch or helping someone who may need extra assistance, she helps make the cafeteria a welcoming place for everyone.

Her care for students goes far beyond daily lunches. On field trip days, Stacy makes sure every student has a sack lunch if they need one, ensuring no child goes without a meal simply because they forgot to bring one from home. It is one more example of the thoughtful ways she quietly supports students each day.

Stacy also works diligently to ensure there is always enough food available for both students and staff, helping lunches run smoothly even during the busiest times. No matter how hectic the day may become, she remains patient, organized and polite to everyone she encounters.

The impact Stacy has at Ekstrand Elementary extends well beyond the cafeteria. Through her compassion, attention to detail and commitment to students, she helps create a caring school environment where students feel supported every day. Our district is grateful for all she does!

Congratulations, Stacy, on this well-deserved recognition! 💜💛

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdcsdemployeeofthemonth #employeeofthemonth #april2026employeeofthemonth #saberssucceeding #sabersuperstar
3 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Dr. Stephanie Mishler, Stacy Hardison and Dede Wagener
🎓 The big day is almost here! We are looking forward to an unforgettable day filled with celebration and Saber pride as we honor the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished throughout their time at Central DeWitt.

📍 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
🕒 3:00 p.m
📍 High School Competition Gymnasium
🚪 Outside doors open at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are not required! Graduation is free and open to all family and friends who would like to celebrate our seniors. Seating will be available both on the gym floor and in the bleachers.

🚗 SENIOR CRUISE
Immediately following commencement, seniors will participate in the annual Senior Cruise around town so the entire community can celebrate this special milestone together! We encourage everyone to line the streets, wave, cheer and help send off the Class of 2026 in true Saber fashion! 🎉

🗺️ Check out the map to see the cruise route and find the perfect spot to watch.

💻 LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Can’t attend in person? Family and friends can still be part of the celebration by tuning into the livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/iF8b5mUwxBY?feature=share

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDHS #CDHSSeniors #Seniors #Classof2026 #Graduation #GraduationCeremony #Commencement2026 #WeAreProudOfYou #Congratulations #OnceASaberAlwaysASaber #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding
4 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
2026 Senior Cruise Route
🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Kerrigan Jefford, who is making big plans for her future! Way to go, Kerrigan!

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
4 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Kerrigan Jefford
🌎 Mrs. Taylor’s kindergarten class has been working hard during their Amplify “Taking Care of the Earth” unit, learning how even the smallest actions can make a big difference for our planet! Throughout the unit, students explored ways to care for the environment. They also learned about composting and how food scraps and natural materials can break down to help create healthy soil for plants to grow. 🌱♻️

As a fun reward for all their hard work and learning, the class celebrated by making delicious dirt cups — complete with chocolate “dirt,” creamy pudding and plenty of gooey gummy worms! The tasty treat tied perfectly into their composting conversations and Earth-themed learning while giving students a chance to celebrate all they’ve discovered about being responsible caretakers of our planet. 💚

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #EkstrandElementary #Kindergarten #AmplifyUnit #TakingCareOfTheEarth #ReduceReuseRecylce #Composting #ResponsibleSabers #LearningIsFun #OutstandingOpportunity #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding
4 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Kindergarteners assembling their "dirt cups"
Mrs. Taylor teaching students about composting
Kindergartener adding gummy worms to their "dirt cup"
Kindergarteners assembling their "dirt cups"
Kindergarteners assembling their "dirt cups"
Kindergarteners enjoying their "dirt cups"
Kindergarteners enjoying their "dirt cups"
Kindergarteners enjoying their "dirt cups"
Kindergarteners enjoying their "dirt cups"

💜🧊💛 Our students made a HUGE splash this year, raising $20,000 for Special Olympics Iowa through the Cool School Polar Plunge! Not only will these funds support our very own Unified Special Olympics team, but the impact will reach athletes across the entire state of Iowa.

The fundraiser wrapped up with a chilly celebration as students took the plunge into icy-cold water last Friday, proving once again that Sabers aren’t afraid to jump in when it means supporting inclusion.

📣 A special shoutout to our top fundraisers—6th grader Erik Nicholas and 5th grader Hunter Patchin—who led the way and earned the honor of kicking off the plunge! 👏

💜 Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community members for helping make this a truly powerful moment of giving back. We’re so proud of our Sabers who continue to show what it looks like to include and lead with purpose—and make waves while doing it! 🌊

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdis #cdms #cdhs #saberpride #nationalunifiedchampionschool #choosetoinclude #coolschoolpolarplunge #specialolympicsia #cdcsdspecialolympics #choosetoinclude #inclusion #saberssucceeding Special Olympics

5 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
One of the top fundraisers taking the first plunge
4th grade teachers taking the plunge
Student making big splash after jumping into the icy waters
Student jumped with a cast on
Students dressed as watermelon and a polar bear jumping into the tank
Disco divas having a great time jumping into the chilly waters
Students jumping into the icy waters for the Polar Plunge
Students doing cannonballs into the chilly waters
Students dressed as unicorn ballerinas jumping into the tank
Sarah Berner dressed as the Lorax jumping into the tank
🎓 Meet Jayden Springsteen, one of our seniors who has a bright future ahead of her! Way to go, Jayden!

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
7 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Jayden Springsteen
On Wednesday, our Central DeWitt FFA members spent the morning giving back to the community during their annual “Give Back, Kick Back Day.” This year, students helped out nin local businesses—lending a helping hand, tackling projects, and making a positive impact across our community.

We’re proud to see our students stepping up, building connections, and giving back to the businesses that continually support our schools! Great job, Sabers! 💜💛

#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #centraldewittffa #ffa #GiveBackKIckBackDay #HelpingOurCommunity #Volunteering #saberpride #saberssucceeding
7 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
FFA students working on landscaping at Fieldstone
FFA students leaning out shed at APK
FFA students cleaning tables at Fairgrounds
FFA students working on landscaping at Community Center
FFA students and volunteers on Give Back, Kick Back Day
FFA students working on landscaping at Historical Society
FFA students helping at the DeWitt Referral Center and Thrift Store
FFA students helping at the DeWitt Referral Center and Thrift Store
FFA students helping at Randy's Neighborhood Market
FFA students helping at DeWitt Bank & Trust

🎶 Tonight, the CDHS Music Department is proud to serve as the host site for the IHSMA State Large Group Festival for Class 1A & 3A!

Bands and choirs from across the area will take the stage throughout the evening, showcasing their hard work, dedication and musical talent. We’re excited to welcome so many outstanding student musicians and directors to Central DeWitt!

🎟 Admission:
Adults — $12
Senior Citizens (62+) — $7
Students — $5
Tickets can be purchased on Bound: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/centraldewitt/tickets

🎵Performing in the CDPAC are the following:

5:15pm - Calamus-Wheatland Concert Band
5:40pm - North Cedar, Stanwood Concert Band
6:05pm - Midland, Wyoming Concert Band
7:20pm - Maquoketa Concert Band
7:45pm - Assumption, Davenport Concert Band
🌟 8:10pm - Central DeWitt Concert Band
8:35pm - Anamosa Concert Band

🎵Performing in the CDHS Competition Gym are the following:

6:15pm - Calamus-Wheatland Treble Clef Chorus
6:30pm - North Cedar, Stanwood Mixed Chorus
6:45pm - Calamus-Wheatland Mixed Chorus
🌟 7:00pm - Central DeWitt Treble Clef Chorus (Lyrica)
7:15pm - Anamosa Bass Clef Chorus
🌟 7:30pm - Central DeWitt Mixed Chorus (Chamber Singers)
7:45pm - Anamosa Treble Clef Chorus
8:15pm - Maquoketa Bass Clef Chorus
8:30pm - Assumption, Davenport Mixed Chorus
8:45pm - Maquoketa Treble Clef Chorus
🌟 9:00pm - Central DeWitt Bass Clef Chorus
9:15pm - Maquoketa Mixed Chorus
9:30pm - Anamosa Mixed Chorus
🌟 9:45pm - Central DeWitt Mixed Chorus (Concert Choir)

We look forward to a great evening of music and wish all participating groups the best of luck!

8 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Treble Clef
🎓 Meet senior Diedrick Chance, one of our seniors who is on the path to success after graduation! Way to go, Diedrick!

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
8 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Diedrick Chance
Mrs. Lueders’ WIN students held a “grand opening” for their food truck projects on Wednesday, when they presented their concepts to other CDIS classes!

Since January, these students have worked in teams to design their own food truck, creating menus, setting prices, managing budgets, and developing marketing strategies. They also learned firsthand from local food truck owner Mrs. Linda Jacobsen, who shared valuable insight into the realities of running a food truck business.

The presentations showcased not only their creativity, but also their problem-solving, teamwork, and entrepreneurial thinking. From unique menus to eye-catching displays, these students truly delivered! Students who attended the presentations were also invited to rate each food truck on elements like the name, merchandise, overall creativity, and menu options—adding an extra layer of real-world feedback to the experience.

What a creative, hands-on project that built a wide range of real-world skills—way to go, Sabers! 💜💛

#GoSabers #CentralDeWittCSD #CDIS #WIN #FoodTruckProject #OutstandingOpportunity #ExceptionalExperience #SaberPride #SabersSucceeding
8 days ago, Central DeWitt Community School District
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Mrs. Leuders handing out score sheets to students
Food Truck Score Sheet
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students presenting their food truck concepts
Students scoring the different food truck concepts