It is not debatable, when it comes to the Olympic styles of wrestling, Illinois is the absolute best. This makes the Illinois Freestyle State Tournament among the toughest in the Nation. Today 5 Rocks competed, and while Antonio Parker, Amare Overton (top 8 finish), Steven Marquez (top 6 finish), and Andrew Marquez (top 6 finish) […]
May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Since 1990, the U.S. has used this month to recognize and celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Like many commemorative months, Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month originated in Congress in 1977. After several failed resolutions, a week was proclaimed for the acknowledgement and celebration […]
The Davenport West High School Art Department would like to congratulate senior, Abbey Young, on being selected as 1 of only 9 students in the state of Iowa to make the All-State Art Team for the 4A level. Abbey submitted a portfolio of 10 works and an artist statement that was judged by 4 college […]
On Tuesday, May 16th, the Davenport Community School District is hosting the Retiree and Honoree gathering/dinner. An invite is only extended to those who have reached service years of 10/20/30/40/50 or retiring. For more information or questions regarding this event, please contact Ivy Rostenbach by emailing rostenbachi@mail.davenport.k12.ia.us.
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $416,363 for Augustana College to conduct a study to expand therapy for those with disorders related to language and communication. “Northwestern Illinois once again shows itself to be a leader in the area of expanding access to care for those who need it most,” said Sorensen. “I applaud Augustana College […]
A peace rally to remember those injured and lost in the March 25 incident in Macomb will begin at 4:45 p.m. Thursday, May 4 in the brick courtyard behind the Western Illinois University Union. The event is being held prior to the 5:30 p.m. Prayer Walk the same day, which begins at the St. Francis […]
It’s a special week in the Davenport Community School District as we celebrate our 165th anniversary! To commemorate this milestone, we’re sharing a video of Virginia Wayne reflecting on her father, Jesse Day, and his impact as a track coach in the district and what the Jesse Day Relays represent for our community. https://youtu.be/G55nxOhcwzo
Congratulations to our RIMSD Parents of the Month for April! The district’s F.A.C.E team selects a parent/guardian each month that goes above and beyond! Read more why they ROCK! https://bit.ly/3NsY1DV Fabiola Cavazos – Rock Island Center for Math & Science Liz Funkhauser – Ridgewood Elementary School Tonya Willits – Thurgood Marshall Learning Center
Congratulations to Donna Holeman, FNS Manager at West High School, for being named School Nutrition Association’s Manager of the Year for the State of Iowa! Donna was nominated for Manager of the Year for the State of Iowa for all she does each day for her students and staff. She strives to provide choices and […]
Congratulations to Eisenhower Elementary for winning the Davenport Community School District Battle of the Books as well as the regional competition. Congrats to all the students for their hard work and staff who helped them prepare! #growingexcellence #davenportcommunityschool #davenporteducaton
