Delwood CSD

Area school districts recently learned of an anonymous, nationwide threat against schools that is being shared on social media outlets such as TikTok. At this time, law enforcement has not acquired any evidence that would deem these threats as credible in our area. Please take this opportunity to talk with your children about the appropriate use of social media, and the seriousness and resulting consequences of making any kind of threat. Encourage your children to speak with you or an adult at school if they see or hear something so immediate action can be taken. In addition, if anyone in our community sees something suspicious, please report it to the school immediately or call local law enforcement. We appreciate your support and partnership.

Our students enjoyed a visit from Jackson County Conservation last week. Our fifth grade class spent some time learning how our actions impact the environment and how we can make better choices for our environment.

We would like to thank Matt & Lisa Irwin and their family for the donation of a Christmas tree, which was decorated with ornaments made by our second and third grade classes. We appreciate your donation and we look forward to using the tree for many years to come!

In guidance, students have been learning about empathy. They have been working on making holiday cards, which will be delivered to local nursing homes this month.

The evening performance of our Winter Concert will be streamed live tonight. The program starts at 6:30pm.

The Delwood Winter Concert is tomorrow - Thursday, December 9th. We will have an afternoon matinee at 2:00pm and an evening performance at 6:30pm. The public is welcome to attend!

Thank you to everyone who sent donations for Toys for Tots! Our Student Council delivered the toys today. If you watch the news tonight, you may see some familiar faces!

Reminder: Picture retakes are tomorrow - Tuesday, November 30th.

Every year, first grade students read the book Turkey Trouble, which is a story about a turkey who tries many different disguises to keep himself safe through Thanksgiving. Students are then tasked with disguising their own turkey and writing clues about their turkey. Once the clues are read, students have to try to guess which one of their classmates created that turkey. We had some very creative turkeys this year - a Christmas tree, a dragon, a mermaid, Santa Claus and a gumball machine to name a few.

After learning of Maquoketa CSD's decision to extend their winter break we wanted to make sure our families knew that we remain committed to honoring our current calendar, as previously scheduled. We are very thankful for the partnership we have with all of our students' parents and wish you all a happy Thanksgiving.

Picture retakes are on Tuesday, November 30th. If your student is having retakes done, please send their original pictures with them on the day of retakes.

Jess Wagner from the Hurstville Interpretive Center visited again this week. She brought some items that allowed our kindergarten class to do some hands-on learning about turkeys.

Delwood Student Council members are looking to collect toys to donate to the Toys for Tots program. Toys can be donated now through Thursday, December 2nd. Collection boxes are in the school office. Donations can be sent to school with students or dropped off during school hours in the office. We are looking for new, unwrapped toys for boys and girls of all ages. Any gift, big or small, is welcome! Please consider helping to make a child’s holiday season bright!

Our students definitely know who to go to when they need something fixed. Rick saved the day by repairing a tractor in one of our preschool classrooms!

We are thankful this Veterans Day for all those who have served our country. Thank you to all who attended our assembly today.

First grade students had a blast practicing their throwing skills in a strategic game of Battleship in PE.

Pumpkins aren't just for carving or eating! Our preschool students used pumpkins to help build their fine motor skills.

Our second grade class was able to spend time with the preschoolers exploring the Iowa PBS STEAM items. It's always fun to watch our students from different grade levels interact!

Our preschool had the chance to enjoy the Iowa PBS STEAM trailer recently. It was filled with so many fun things to do!

First grade students loving having someone read to them. Here they are enjoying story time with Ms. Jenn!