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🎉🏀 Congratulations to Central DeWitt alum Brig Tubbs on his induction into the IHSAA Basketball Hall of Fame! A dominant all-state post, Tubbs averaged 21 points and 12 rebounds per game in 1987, earning Gatorade Player of the Year honors. He set Central DeWitt single-season records in points (631), rebounds (377), field goals (178), and rebounds in a game (22)—records that stood for more than 35 years! Tubbs continued his success at the University of Iowa, where he was a four-year letterwinner, earned his master’s in business, and was a two-time Academic All-Big Ten selection. His leadership earned him the Nile Kinnick Memorial Scholarship, the team’s Coaches Award, and a position on the NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Today, Brig is the President & CEO of First Central State Bank and co-CEO of Ohnward Bancshares with his brother Abram. 👏 Join us in celebrating this incredible honor for one of Central DeWitt’s finest! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #SaberAlum #SabersPride #IHSAAHallOfFame #OnceASaberAlwaysASaber #saberssucceeding

Congratulations to senior Laura Martens for being the recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award! This prestigious honor, presented by the Lawrence Van Hook Chapter, recognizes students who exemplify dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. Nominated by CDHS faculty, Laura’s dedication to her school and community truly sets her apart. Way to go, Laura! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #DAR #GoodCitizenAward #scholarship #saberpride #saberssucceeding

Ekstrand Elementary first and third graders had an exciting opportunity to explore the stars last Friday, thanks to Clinton County Conservation and their StarLab! Students learned how to use the sky as a compass, identify constellations, and discover the legends behind them. This interactive experience helped deepen their understanding of astronomy. A big thank you to Clinton County Conservation for sharing their knowledge and inspiring our young learners! #gosabers #centraldewittsd #clintoncountyconservation #stargazing #constellations #ekstrandelementary #starlab #learningisfun

🎶 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🎶 Central DeWitt Sabers Music Department is excited to be hosting the 3A IHSMA State Solo & Ensemble Festival on March 29th! With six performance centers and a concession stand (run by the Central DeWitt Music Boosters), they could use some extra hands to make this event a success. 📅 Date: Saturday, March 29th 📍Location: Central DeWitt High School ✅ Sign up to help: https://bit.ly/4hDK55c Whether you can help for part of the day or the whole day, your support makes a difference! Sign up to volunteer and be part of this incredible event. Thank you for supporting our musicians! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsmusic #Volunteer #MusicMatters #StateSoloandEnsembleFestival #GoSaberMusic

Time is running out to order your 2024-2025 CDHS Yearbook! Secure your copy before the April 4th deadline and relive the best moments of the year—sports victories, school events, unforgettable friendships, and more! 📸📚 Don't miss out! Order yours today before it's too late! 🔗 https://www.yearbookforever.com/ #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #CDHSYearbook #ForeverASaber #MemoriesThatLast #OrderNow

ATTENTION SENIORS AND PARENTS! Spring break is the perfect time to take a trip down memory lane and dig up photos to include in the Senior Slideshow! The slideshow, created by CDHS Publications, will be shown at the end of Senior Awards Day on May 13th. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this fun tradition — DEADLINE IS APRIL 1ST! WHAT TO SUBMIT: 📸 A senior photo (if different from the yearbook) 👶 A baby photo 📷 Up to 10 fun pics with your friends 🎶 A song recommendation Use this form to submit your photos: https://forms.gle/Gsbv2LnPRD8BY4zj8 #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhspublications #seniorslideshow #submityourphotos

🌸 Spring Break is here! 🌸 Enjoy your well-deserved break, relax, and recharge! We’ll see everyone back on Monday, March 24th—ready to finish the year strong! 💜💛 #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #SpringBreak #SeeYouMarch24

The Central DeWitt boys and girls soccer apparel stores are NOW OPEN! 🟣🟡 Get your gear and show that Saber spirit! From hoodies to tees to hats, there’s something for EVERY fan. ⚡️ TWO store options to order from—double the choices, double the style! ⚡️ 🛒 But hurry—stores close soon, so don’t miss your chance to grab your soccer swag! 🔗 Store closes March 23rd: https://adcraftwebstores.com/cdssg25/ 🔗 Store closes March 26th: https://www.teamelitesports.com/CentralDewitt.html

On Thursday, March 20th at 5:30 p.m., The Observer will be hosting a School Board Candidate Forum at the Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center. Candidates will have the opportunity to share their views through a prepared statement followed by a moderated Q&A session. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the candidates running for Central DeWitt School Board! Then, make sure you vote on Tuesday, April 8th between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. or request an absentee ballot by March 24th. To have an absentee ballot request form mailed to you: • Call the Clinton County Auditor office at (563) 244-0568 • Submit your information on their website: bit.ly/CLCOVoteAbs • Print from home: bit.ly/CLCOABR Once you have a request form, follow these easy steps: 1. Fill the form out completely 2. Sign and date it 3. Mail it or drop it off to the Clinton County Auditor office Clinton County Auditor Clinton County Administration Bldg. 1900 North Third Street Clinton, Iowa 52733-2957 An absentee ballot will be sent to you after your request is received. Completed absentee ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on April 8th. Postmarks are no longer acceptable. Thank you for helping shape the future of education at Central DeWitt by voting! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #schoolboard #CentralDeWittSchoolBoard #specialschoolboardelection #specialelection #April8th #vote

On Wednesday, six teams of Central DeWitt Intermediate School students competed in the Battle of the Books. The students who participated were asked 10 rounds of questions about several different books they recently read. The team with the most points at the end won. Congratulations to the winners listed below! Thank you to DeWitt Bank & Trust Co. for donating money for prize baskets as well as pens, notepads, and other swag for all of the students. This was a great activity, organized by Extended Learning Program Teacher Tera Hahn, that not only encouraged our students to read but also gave students an opportunity to explore different genres. 🏆 1st Place: Ravenclaw Readers – Charlee Meyer, Libby Hasenmiller, and Rachel Burke 🥈 2nd Place: Spirit Bears - Caleb Adams and Robbie Schultz ⭐️ Team poster contest winner: Ravenclaw Readers #gosabers #cdis #centraldewittcsd #battleofthebooks #keepourstudentsreading #saberpride #saberssucceeding

🎓Our next senior spotlight of the year is Delaney Barber, one of our seniors who has an exciting 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

📢 Get Ready for CDHS Student Council’s Dance Marathon! Mark your calendars—March 28th, 4-6 PM in the CDHS gym! This fundraiser supports the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital with all donations going toward helping kids and their families. Can’t make it? You can still make a difference! 💛 Donate here: https://events.dancemarathon.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=1213905 → Click “Support Me!” and choose your amount. Any amount helps! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsstudentcouncil #cdhsstuco #dancemarathon #universityofiowasteadfamilychildrenshospital #saberpride #saberssucceeding

Central DeWitt Special Olympics team is selling frozen Texas Roadhouse rolls and cinnamon butter, as well as gift cards, now through March 24th. Every purchase goes a long way in supporting our Special Olympic athletes! Roll orders are limited so don’t wait to place your order! 📆 Pick-Up Date: April 2nd from 5:30-6 p.m. at the Central DeWitt Intermediate School (Note: website says pick up is at Davenport location but it will be at CDIS). 🔗 Order Here: https://bit.ly/3R4WtAm #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #centraldewittspecialolympics #specialolympics #specialolympicsfundraiser #helpfortheholidays #supportourathletes #saberpride

Four talented Saber artists have their work on digital display at the United States Department of Education Directors Conference in Washington, D.C., — just outside the main conference ballroom! Their pieces were submitted through the National Art Educators Association Connected Arts Network, earning them this incredible recognition! 👏 Congratulations to Kay Tracy, Olivia Ortner, Emma Pillers, and Austin Miller! Way to represent Central DeWitt and make us proud! 💜💛

The Central DeWitt Community School District has filed its Proposed Property Tax Levy for FY 2025-2026 with the Iowa Department of Management. A copy of the filing can be found here: https://www.cd-csd.org/page/finance A public hearing for the Proposed Property Tax Levy will be held on Monday, March 24th, at 6 p.m. in the CDMS Media Center, followed immediately by the regularly scheduled school board meeting.

🏆 Congratulations to our February 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

🏆 Congratulations to our National School Breakfast Week winners! These champions of school breakfast know just how important it is to fuel up for a successful day of learning! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated and made celebrating school breakfast fun last week. Keep making breakfast a priority – great days start by eating breakfast at school! ⭐️ EKSTRAND Corbin Taylor Piper Bresnan Stella Roddenberry Camri Dickman Kayden Sawvell Tiana Treffry Zayden Caudill Elias Lange ⭐️ CDIS Lucas Traum Mason Hoenig Mallory Beitelspacher Trazelle Treffry Alexander Barnett Alysen Wimmer #NSBW25 #ClueInToSchoolBreakfast #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdms #cdis #ekstrandelementary #saberpride #nutritionservices

The CDHS Pop Music Concert has been rescheduled to March 31st at 7:30 p.m. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night of great music and incredible Saber talent! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhschoir #cdhspopsconcert #popsconcert #rescheduled #saberpride #sabersucceeding

🎓 Our next senior spotlight is Addie Appleby, who is making big plans for her 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

💜💛 We couldn’t be prouder of our Central DeWitt Sabers Boys Basketball team and coaches who gave it their all at State. The final score doesn’t define the heart, effort, and dedication this team has shown all season. Hold your heads high, Sabers! You’ve been a great example for our younger Sabers and have set the bar high for the future of Saber basketball. Proud to be a Saber! #gosabers #centraldewittcsd #cdhs #cdhsbasketball #sabersboysbasketball #sabersatstate #saberpride #proudtobeasaber