This week our FCCLA members celebrated National Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Week and would like to give a special shoutout to our FCS Educators Ms. Staub, Ms. Sullivan and Mrs. Barnes! These exceptional educators equip our students with essential life skills, preparing them to thrive in their families, workplaces, and communities. Thank you for all you do!
Thank you to our FCCLA officers who contributed to this post.
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #fcs #familyandconsumersciece #weloveourfcsteachers #NationalFCCLAWeek #FCSEducatorDay
🎉 It’s National FFA Week! Get ready to celebrate all things agriculture with a week full of fun events at our schools! Be sure to check out everything FFA has planned and don’t miss Share Night at Culver’s this Thursday!
On February 20th, Culver’s is showing their support for ag education by donating 10% of all sales to our FFA chapter—so grab your friends, enjoy some delicious food, and support a great cause!
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Today, we want to give a huge shoutout to School Resource Officer Witt! Not only does he work hard to keep our schools safe, but he also keeps us all smiling with his endless jokes. Thank you for your dedication, support, and sense of humor—you make our schools a better place every day!
#nationalschoolresourceofficerday #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelemetary #schoolresourceofficer #thankyou
‼ Here are a few important reminders about the school schedule next week:
• No school on Monday, Feb. 17th for students.
• Wednesday, Feb. 19th is a full day of school. There will be no early dismissal.
The district school calendar can be accessed anytime on our website www.cd-csd.org under the “Calendars” section.
Enjoy your long weekend, Sabers! See you back on Tues., February 18th!
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Clinton County Elections has announced a special election to fill two seats on the Central DeWitt School Board.
• Election Date: Tuesday, April 8th
• Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Open Positions:
o One term ending in 2025
o One term ending in 2027
Interested candidates must submit their Affidavit of Candidacy and Nomination Petition for Non-Partisan Office to the Central DeWitt Administration Office (331 East 8th Street, DeWitt) by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 14th. These forms, along with a Candidate Guide to the School Election, are available at the Administration Office.
Important Notes:
• Candidates must specify which seat they are running for BEFORE collecting signatures.
• Each nomination petition requires at least 50 signatures.
Please see the Clinton County Elections Facebook page or visit their website bit.ly/CDAprSpecial for more information.
🎭 CDHS Saber Drama is excited to announce this year’s play...ALMOST, MAINE. For CDHS students interested in being a part of this year's play there are several ways you can get involved by joining the cast or crew! The play will be directed by the team of Allison Swanson and Shannon Edwards. Almost, Maine was almost produced in spring 2020, however was shut down during the Covid-19 pandemic. Saber Drama is pleased to bring it to life, once and for all!
⭐️ SAVE THE DATE: Performances will be April 11th and 12th at 7 p.m. in the Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center.
⭐️ CAST AUDITIONS
• Mon., February 17th from 6 to 8 p.m., CDHS Choir room
• Wed., February 19th from 4 to 6 p.m., CDHS Choir room
⭐️ CREW INFORMATION
There will be a crew meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 19th from 3:30-4 p.m. in the CDHS Choir room where sign-up forms will be available.
‼ To be eligible for either cast/crew, you must be registered through Varsity Bound, please do so at: https://manager.gobound.com/ia/centraldewitt/students
Questions, please email saber.drama@cd-csd.org
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Central DeWitt sophomores and juniors have been busy the last two weeks learning about opportunities for the next school year. Interested students toured the DeWitt and Clinton Career Advancement Centers where they learned about the various Career Academies offered their junior and senior years of high school.
Through the academies students can earn a semester to full year of college credit for free, get a head start on their education, and explore career opportunities. The Clinton Advancement Center offers students Agriculture, Automotive Tech, Construction Tech, Culinary Arts, Engineering Tech, Education, Healthcare, and Information Tech academies. The DeWitt Advancement Center offers students the chance to explore Agriculture, CNC Machining, Construction Tech, Healthcare, Information Tech, and Small Business Management. If you have questions, or are hoping to have your current sophomore/junior explore the academies more in depth to plan for next year, please reach out to Holly Hansen at holly.hansen@cd-csd.org.
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #careerandcollegeready #planningforyourfuture #saberssucceeding #ClintonCareerAdvancementCenters #DeWittCareerAdvancementCenter
🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Rylie Dunne, who has a great future ahead!
The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Lauren Walker, Parker Petsche, and Natalie Cagle. In this role, these students 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 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding
Due to the inclement weather, Central DeWitt schools will have a 2-hour delay on Thursday, Feb. 13th. There will be no AM preschool, and all morning activities are canceled. This delay will allow time for roads to be cleared, ensuring safer travel for students and staff. Please stay safe!
❄️ There's no better way to enjoy all this snow than by sledding under the stars at Westbrook Park!
Due to the weather, tonight’s School Board Work Session has been postponed until Thursday, Feb. 13th at 5:30 p.m. in the CDMS Media Center.
Due to anticipated weather, Wednesday, Feb. 12th will be a virtual learning day for all Central DeWitt students, and all before and after-school activities have been canceled. Parents, guardians, and students, please check your email for details regarding what to expect during our first virtual learning day.
This is a new experience for all of us, and we want to use this as a learning opportunity to refine our approach and ensure we continue providing the best possible education for our students, even when faced with challenges like inclement weather. We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility as we navigate this together! Stay safe and warm!
The Girls Track & Field store is OPEN! Get your gear before the store closes next Monday, February 17th, at midnight! To shop visit https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CDHSRUN and enter the code: CDHSRUN. Thank you for supporting our Sabers!
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🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Jake Bixby, one of our seniors who is making big plans for his future!
The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Lauren Walker, Parker Petsche, and Natalie Cagle. In this role, these students 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 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding
Our 3rd graders have been learning all about the seafaring warriors from Scandinavia known as Vikings! Students explored Viking culture, beliefs, and everyday life, discovering how these legendary Norse people lived, traveled, and told epic stories!
To wrap up their Viking Age unit, third grade teachers brought history to life with a Viking Feast last Friday. Students crafted their own Viking helmets, dressed as fierce warriors and legendary characters, and celebrated with a feast fit for a chieftain! Students had a blast showing off their best Viking faces during the celebration. Thank you to all who donated delicious snacks for the fun-filled feast!
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #ekstrandelementary #vikings #VikingAgeUnit #VikingFeast #learningisfun #saberlearners #thirdgrade #saberpride #saberssucceeding
🎶 Fifteen Central DeWitt students spent this past weekend at Wartburg College at the Wartburg Meistersinger Honor Band Festival. Their weekend started off with a concert by the Wartburg Symphonic Band and the Knightliters Jazz Band. The first note of the concert was actually conducted by Wartburg Junior and Central DeWitt class of 2022 Brody Codon. The weekend concluded with a concert on Sunday featuring the Wartburg College Wind Ensemble, the Castle Honor Band, and the Knight Honor Band. Thanks to our students for representing Central DeWitt and it was great seeing Brody excelling at the next stages of his education.
Top down, L-R: Beck Maricle, Lily Hartley, Marie Klosterman, Melanie Miller, Brady Herington, Jenny Claussen, Emily Sutton, Anna Prosise, Adam Wilke, Niya Miller, Chloe Erskine, Onyx Kildow, Adelynne Meyer, Audrey Wilke, Addison Walls
Other photos: Brody Condon '22 conducting the Wartburg Symphonic Band, Castle Honor Band, Knight Honor Band
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsband #WartburgMeistersingerHonorBandFestival #centraldewittgraduates #saberpride #saberssucceeding
Online preschool registration for the 2025-2026 school year will be Monday, Feb.17th. The link to register will be posted on our social media and website the morning of Feb. 17th. Registration will open at 7 a.m. Your child must be 4 years old on or before September 15, 2025 to enroll. We can’t wait to welcome our newest little learners! 💜💛
To learn more, visit https://www.cd-csd.org/page/registration
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🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Vee Ortner, one of our seniors with a bright future!
The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Lauren Walker, Parker Petsche, and Natalie Cagle. In this role, these students 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 #americorpsstudentleaders #careerandcollegeready #postsecondaryoptions #saberssucceeding
🏆 Congratulations to our January 2025 #SaberSpotlight students! #SaberSpotlight recognizes Central DeWitt students who stand out in the classroom and represent what it means to be a SABER!
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #SaberSpotlight #studentssucceeding #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary
Thanks to Rittmer Inc. and J&L Lawn Care & Landscaping, everyone can enjoy a FREE POPCORN at tonight’s game! Let’s PACK THE GYM as our Saber girls basketball team take on #1 Johnston! 💜💛 Games start at 4:45 p.m.! Be loud. Be proud. Go Sabers! 🏀🔥
#gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #sabergirlsbasketball #PackTheGym #welovelocalbusiness #weloveourcommunity #thankyou #freepopcorn #SaberPride
