Lost and Found items in the Main Office!
Congratulations to the Speech and Debate team for their performance at this weekend's IHSSA State Debate tournament at the DMACC campus in Ankeny. The following students returned with trophies:
Mary Newman - 8th Place Speaker in Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Miley O'Malley - 7th Place in Student Congress
Ellie Winkler - 4th Place Speaking in Lincoln-Douglas Debate and 5th Place Overall in Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Great job, team!
Upcoming events/deadlines:
If you missed the news before, BHS is going to England and Scotland in Spring 2026! If you’re interested in learning more about this travel opportunity, there will be an informational parent and student meeting on Thursday, January 23rd at 6 pm in the BHS library. Stop by and get the information you need to get involved! Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.eftours.com/9xnb3v5 If you have any questions, please email Ms. Woolley: ewoolley@bettendorf.k12.ia.us
Students and Staff, it’s that time of the year again – time for our January Snowy Coloring Contest!
We’re excited to invite you to join in the fun and embrace the ice and snow! Here’s how you can participate: 
Pick up a coloring sheet at the Bettendorf High School Library 
Entries are due by Friday, January 24th – don’t wait, get creative today! 
Winners will be announced on Tuesday, January 28th!
There are two divisions: -Student Division 
-Staff Division 
So, whether you’re a student or a staff member, there’s a chance to show off your artistic skills and take home some sweet prizes! 
Looking forward to seeing all your beautiful snowy snowmen masterpieces! Don’t miss out on the fun—grab your coloring sheet, get cozy, and let your creativity flurry with snow this January!
Teen Movie Night! Go see Mean Girls at the Bett Public Library on Friday, January 24th from 6-8 PM. Scan the QR code in the attached image to register if you want to attend.
Upcoming meetings:
The Speech and Debate Team meets Mondays - Thursdays in Room D105 - new members are always welcome. Stop by and see Mr. Rankin to learn more.
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!
German Club meets every Tuesday in January in D-270 from 3:30-4:15.
DnD Club will meet TODAY after school in the library.
Upcoming PRIDE sessions:
Gray Matters Collective Pride time - every Friday
Career Readiness Corner
Upcoming Visits
1/13/25 - Pure Hair Studio - We will visit Pure to learn more about the fields of cosmetology and estheticians. Spots are limited! Sign up Here
1/23/25 - Military Careers Fair - Have you ever wondered about the different career opportunities in the military? This event will introduce you to military careers such as mechanics, equipment operations, construction, deconstruction, surveillance technology, communications, information analysis, medical, and more. Sign up Here
1/28/25 - Culinary Careers Visit - Learn more about the field of culinary arts! We will visit Scott Community College to view their food lab and learn about their culinary program. Then we will head to Monarch restaurant to meet the head chef, hear about his career journey, and get insider advice on breaking into the culinary industry. Don’t miss this chance to learn about pathways to a culinary career! Sign up Here
Career Center PRIDE sessions
1/21/25 - Blackhawk College
1/27/25 - Scott Community College
1/27/25 - Grand Canyon University
1/28/25 - University of Northern Iowa