On Wednesday, February 16, Rock Island High School’s African American Heritage Club (AAHC) hosted a black history program. The program was held in the auditorium for seniors and juniors to attend and live-streamed so the whole school could watch. View photo album. This year the program highlighted African American Organizations that have had a positive impact on the African American community and America as a whole. The program covered each organization’s history, the contributions of each organization, and the famous members of each organization. The AAHC talked about four... Read More

The BHS Science Olympiad Team recently competed in the virtual Iowa Science Olympiad Regional Tournament with 7 other teams and placed 2nd overall! The team received 1st place medals in Astronomy, Disease Detectives, Dynamic Planet, and Rocks and Minerals. They were also awarded 3rd place medals in Anatomy and Physiology, and Fermi Questions. They will now be competing in the state competition at UNI on April 1st. #BettPride Jack Gustafson, Cooper Rowland, Lucas Witt, Henry Phloen, Michael Farmer, Kaelee Wolf, Heath Leone, Declan Hancock (not pictured: Annaelle Mutamba and Arianna Vesey)  Read More

Congratulations to West High School Girls and the North High Boys Bowling Teams! The West Girls placed 3rd at State and the North Boys placed 2nd! West Girls Bowling Team: Alexis Peters, Abby Peters, Hailey Mizer, Jade Dailey, Kyle Dailey, Shay Edwards, and Lexi Bell. Coach: Mark Schlichting North High School Boys Bowling Team: Kaiden Ringdahl, Kolton Dirks, Landon Mathiason, Adam Reed, Nate Martinez, George Bebout, and Landon Grage.  Read More

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $3,328,749 in federal grant funding for Head Start education programs in Northwestern Illinois.   “Early childhood education is one of the most critical investments we can make to level the playing field for our kids and put them on a path to success,” said Sorensen. “This funding will increase opportunity across our region, and I look forward to ensuring our children, teachers, and volunteers in Central and Northwestern Illinois have what they need to be successful.”  “This financial investment into early childhood education... Read More

Congratulations to Rock Island High School student Kayla Rice for being selected as the recipient of the Patty Viverito Emerging Leader Scholarship! She was surprised with the scholarship by her teammates, coaches, family, and Quad Cities who presented her with the certificate. This scholarship is given to High school female student-athletes that demonstrate academic excellence, leadership characteristics, and community engagement. Kayla will be recognized at a check presentation at the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference Hoops in the Heartland Basketball Championship in March.  Read More

The UBett Robotics Team hosted a super qualifier event in robotics on Saturday for a chance to qualify for state. Students representing 24 schools and communities from all over Eastern Iowa including Bettendorf, Pleasant Valley, and North Scott took part in the competition. BHS was the first team selected for the Alliance that won first place for the entire tournament. UBett Robotics will compete at the State Tournament in Coralville along with 47 other teams on March 3rd and 4th, with a chance to advance to the world championships in Houston Texas in April. Team members: Michael Farmer, Rowan... Read More

The district’s F.A.C.E (Family and Community Engagement) has started a new initiative to recognize parents/guardians and a RIMSD school who are making a positive impact in our school district and community. Parent/Guardian of the Month Schools can nominate a parent/guarding who goes above and beyond to support the needs of children, our school, and/or our community. The winner receives a gift card, a bunt cake, and a sign that can display outside their residence. Miranda Jackson Miranda Jackson – Denkmann Elementary School, nominated by Patrick Versluis and Angie Paprocki Miranda... Read More

Ben Dixon has stood at the corner of 30th street and 31st avenue for the last 14 years making sure Eugene Field students get to school safely. He’s become a staple within the Eugene Field School community. “Every day Ben waves to all the staff and students. He knows who is at school and who isn’t. If he notices someone is absent for a long period of time, then he will stop a staff car and ask questions. He is genuinely concerned about the welfare of all of us. He sends us Christmas cards and makes sure to acknowledge us on Mother’s Day,” said Eugene Field teacher... Read More

Congratulations the the Williams Junior High School students of the week! Davenport Community School District is proud to announce the school’s students of the week for this week and last….. Jovon Sparks, Eli Latham, Lillian Bell, Rolando Palma, James Corica, Christella Kenese, Cheyenne Merritt, Emery Ricci Davison!! Also awarded but not pictured- Desiree Perry, Christina Franklin, Abigail Vandendooren, Bryce Snow, Mia Espinosa, Italia Van Meter Keep up the good work Hornets!  Read More

Both RIMSD junior high schools are sending students to the State MathCounts Tournament in March. Edison Junior High School’s team, coached by Tim Carroll placed 1st overall at the MathCounts Chapter competition held at Black Hawk College. Edison also had the number one individual score! The following Edison Jr. High students will move on to the State competition. Madelyn Schrempf (1st overall) Charles Cooley (6th overall) Ywa Tar Say (5th overall) Christianne Hare (7th overall) Washington Jr. High School’s MathCounts team, coached by Jazmin Taylor also did well at the competition.... Read More