Central DeWitt School District -

What a great performance by our talented vocal music students at the CDHS Pop Concert Thursday night! Take a look at all the fun students had as they took the audience on musical trip through the decades. The surprise of the evening was when Central DeWitt staff members brought their “Ken-ergy” to join in on the performance of “I’m Just Ken.” Great job, Sabers! For more photos, visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CentralDeWittCSD #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhspopconcert #cdhsvocalmusic #saberssucceeding #saberpride

Congratulations to these CDHS athletes on making the All-Conference Teams for winter sports! Way to go, Sabers! GIRLS BASKETBALL Lauren Walker - 1st Team Ava Putman - 2nd Team Kinley Birt - Honorable Mention Isabelle Pierce - Honorable Mention BOYS BASKETBALL Ryan Watters - 1st Team Brady Meadows - Honorable Mention Gus Pickup - Honorable Mention Landon Schroeder - Honorable Mention BOYS BOWLING Rylan Edwards - 1st Team JJ Coates - 2nd Team Zach Lyness - Honorable Mention GIRLS BOWLING Makenzi Dammeier - 2nd Team Lanis Perkins - Honorable Mention BOYS WRESTLING Cale Johnson - 1st Team Chris Wrage - 1st Team Royce Butt - 2nd Team Lawrence Flynn - 2nd Team Dolan Theisen - Honorable Mention #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #sabergirlsbasketball #saberboysbasketball #saberboysbowling #sabergirlsbowling #saberboyswrestling #macconference #allconferenceteams #saberssucceeding #saberpride

Don't forget next week is spring break! Watch this video to see what our Sabers have planned! We'll see everyone again on Monday, March 18th. Have a great spring break! https://youtu.be/75N7qFtUfFI #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #sprinkbreak #springbreak2024 #haveagreatspringbreak #seeyoumarch18th

🎓 Meet Laura Sutton another one of our seniors who has a bright future ahead of her! Way to go, Laura! The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Aubrey Vance and Tori Rheingans. In this role, Aubrey and Tori 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 February 2024 #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

Congratulations to Jason Lansing for being chosen as an Iowa Football Coaches' Association 3A Assistant Coach of the Year! Mr. Lansing received his award at the IFCA awards banquet this past weekend. Well deserved! We are lucky to have you as a coach and teacher at Central DeWitt! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #saberfootball #sabercoach #ifca #ifcaassistantcoachoftheyear #saberpride #saberssucceeding

Stay on top of important dates and exciting things happening at CDHS by reading the March newsletter! To check it out visit: https://www.cd-csd.org/page/cdhs-monthly-newsletter #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #highschool #cdhsnewsletter #march2024newsletter #cdhshappenings

National School Breakfast Week is a time to shine a spotlight on the critical role of breakfast in supporting student learning and development. This week we’re spreading awareness about the benefits of a balanced breakfast at school. Every child deserves a nutritious start to their day. #NSBW24 #SurfsUpWithSchoolBreakfast #BreakfastWeek #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary

Here is an amazing opportunity for any student looking to explore the healthcare field! You must be 16 years old by July 22, 2024 to participate. See the flyer for more information and how to apply. #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #careerandcollegeready #healthcareexperience #healthcare #greatopportunityforstudents

💜💛 Congratulations to our February 2024 District Student of the Month Amelia Griffin! She is featured in today's edition of The Observer thanks to our friends at First Central State Bank. Name: Amelia Griffin Age:15 Year in School: 10th Grade Parent names: Gus and Shelli Griffin For sophomore Amelia Griffin, school is all about preparing now for a successful future with endless possibilities. “School is the beginning of my life,” Amelia said. “I’m learning, I’m developing and growing as a person to ultimately set myself up for my whole future. So, I want to do well and set myself up for success.” And, according to her teachers, she is doing just that. Her good character and strong work ethic are helping her excel and why she was nominated for student of the month by CDHS Art Teacher Cassie Dunlavey. “Amelia brings a positive attitude and great work effort to class every single day. She is willing to try new things and always pushes herself to become a better artist,” Mrs. Dunlavey said. What Amelia loves about art is the opportunity it provides for her to express her creativity and show people what she can do. She also enjoys creating art for others and appreciates getting input which she said helps her grow as an artist. Art isn’t the only area where Amelia is excelling. She works hard to maintain good grades in all of her classes while being a staff member of the CDHS literary magazine The Scribbler, and participating in Art Club and choir. She has also been involved in Girl Scouts for eight years where she has learned valuable skills that will continue to benefit her in the future. When asked what advice Amelia would give others about succeeding in school, she recommends always trying your best even when it’s hard, staying motivated, being present and keep pushing yourself to be as great as you can be. Amelia is a shining example of a Saber who will continue to thrive and inspire others along the way. #gosabers #cdcsdstudentofthemonth #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #firstcentralstatebank #saberssucceeding

🎶 Get ready for an exciting and entertaining night of music on Thursday, March 7th at the CDHS Pop Show! Our choirs have been working hard to prepare, and, if you’re wondering what the Bass Clef Choir is up to in these pictures you’ll have to attend to find out! There are some fun surprises planned that you won’t want to miss! See you there! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhspopshow #cdhschoir #sabertalent #saberssucceeding #saberfun #sabermusic #getreadyforsurprises

Are you interested in becoming a substitute teacher or substitute associate? Check out this course offered by the AEA. After taking the course, contact kayla.martens@cd-csd.org to begin subbing for Central DeWitt Community School District! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdis #cdms #ekstrandelementary #substituteteacher #substituteassociate #joinoursaberfamily #substituteauthorizationcourse #aea

🎓 Meet Isabelle Pierce one of our seniors who has great advice for younger students! Way to go, Isabelle! The Senior Spotlight is created by CDHS AmeriCorps Student Leaders Aubrey Vance and Tori Rheingans. In this role, Aubrey and Tori 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

It’s Inclusion Week at Central DeWitt and our students are making the world a more-inclusive place through understanding, respect and educating others about differences. We hope you’ll watch this video and then join us in choosing to include today and every day! https://youtu.be/hFaFk2OlITk?si=OVtC8eHN0NElewGT #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #choosetoinclude #inclusion #inclusionweek2024 #saberssucceeding #embracedifferences #wearemorealikethandifferent #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ektrandelementary

What great season the Central DeWitt Archery Club had! Congratulations to all of our archers! Below are the results from the state tournament this past weekend. To see photos from the tournament, please visit the Central DeWitt Archery Club Facebook page. And, make sure you check out the WHO-13 Des Moines feature on Saber Lucas Hledik! https://who13.com/news/high-school-archer-overcomes-physical-disability-to-become-one-of-the-best-in-iowa/ IOWA NASP STATE TOURNAMENT RESULTS CDHS Lucas Hledik Placed 7th out of 428 HS boys, this qualifies Lucas for the NASP National Tournament Made the NASP All State Team - Lucas was in the top 6 of all boys in the state to receive this award (top two season tournament scores added together + state tournament score) Received two scholarships worth $1,500. CDMS Placed 10th out of 28 teams (1st time in club history that a CD team has placed in the top ten in the state tournament) Broke a club record with a score of 3200. Personal records Avery Heilig - 275 Elias Kinrade - 277 Delaney Jacobsen - 268 Noah Speas - 269 Brayden McPherson - 276 Kyptin Barys - 273 Ajay Kitchen - 261 Andrew Edstrom - 268 #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #centraldewittarcheryclub #saberssucceeding #saberpride

Get your Saber boys and girls tennis gear now so you’re ready to cheer them on this season! The store closes March 11th. Thank you for supporting our Sabers! https://bit.ly/49AP6IN #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #sabertennisstore #saberboystennis #sabergirlstennis #supportoursabers

🍳🌴 During National School Breakfast Week, March 4-8, we’re celebrating the positive impact of school breakfast programs on student achievement. Together, we can empower every child to reach their full potential. Let's make breakfast a priority and pave the way for a brighter future. #NSBW24 #SurfsUpWithSchoolBreakfast #BreakfastWeek #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary

On Friday, Ekstrand Elementary had a great time celebrating Dr. Seuss Day with Dr. Seuss stories, dressing up as Dr. Seuss characters, and even eating green eggs and ham for lunch! This event, also known as National Read Across America Day, is designed to encourage reading and to help students understand the joy of reading. What a fun day! #drseussday #nationalreadacrossamericaday #readinginfun #drseussbirthday #greeneggsandham #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #ekstrandelementary #saberssucceeding

Today CDIS held a very successful Craft Show as their first-ever “Opportunity for Entrepreneurs.” Over 30 students sold items they created. Great to see the talents of our students and give them an opportunity to showcase their creations! Read more at: https://www.cd-csd.org/article/1487801

🎓 Meet Landon Schroeder another 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 Aubrey Vance and Tori Rheingans. In this role, Aubrey and Tori 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