Mark Twain Elementary

No School - Jan. 19 & 20!
Enjoy your long weekend, as we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday!

The best way to start the day? BREAKFAST! 🍳🍎🥛
We serve breakfast every school day to help fuel learning and growth.
Students enjoy whole grains, protein, fruit options, and low-fat milk.

Join the BHS Goldusters on Sun., Jan. 25 (1–4 pm) for a Lil’ Duster Dance Clinic! 🖤✨ K–5 students will warm up, learn dance/pom skills & a routine to perform for family—and at a Jan. 30 varsity boys’ basketball game! Register by Jan. 16 - https://bit.ly/LilDustersClinic-1-25-26

Lace up and show your Bulldog pride! ⛸️💙
Join us for A Night of Ice Skating at The Landing
📅 Thurs., Jan. 15 | 🕔 5–9 PM
Supporting the BHS Cheerleaders—see you on the ice! ❄️
#GoBulldogs #BHSCheer #WinterFun

Join the BHS Goldusters on Sun., Jan. 25 (1–4 pm) for a Lil’ Duster Dance Clinic! 🖤✨ K–5 students will warm up, learn dance/pom skills & a routine to perform for family—and at a Jan. 30 varsity boys’ basketball game! https://bit.ly/LilDustersClinic-1-25-26

Congratulations to the amazing students of Mark Twain Elementary and their music teachers for bringing festive joy and showcasing their talents during today’s Winter Sing performance! 🎶✨#BettPride

Bring your family and friends for a fun night of hockey and school spirit with your Mark Twain friends! 🏒💙

Mark Twain Night with QC Storm Hockey
📅 Saturday, December 13
⏰ Game starts at 7:10 pm
💵 Tickets: $19 each
🎟 Get your tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Mark6

K-8th Winter Soccer Clinic - Dec. 30 at TBK. Link to registration and more information - https://bit.ly/3Yh3Acx

Celebrating Special Education Day! 💛
Thank you to our amazing SPED teachers, staff, and families for supporting every learner. We are #BETTerTogether! ✨

Check out this list of local food pantries!
If you or someone you know could use support, our community has several food pantry options available. Explore the resources below to find locations, hours, and services offered. We are BETTerTogether https://5il.co/3sipl

It takes the dedication of every staff member in our schools to help students thrive. From cafeteria teams preparing hundreds of nourishing meals to bus drivers safely navigating our neighborhoods, every role helps our students succeed and reach their full potential. 💛📚

Families play a powerful role in our students’ success. 💛
Thank you to our families for your involvement, encouragement, and collaboration.
Honoring American Education Week Family Day! Check out the video - https://bit.ly/AEWBettFamilyDay2025
#WeAreBETTerTogether

Math Mania Night was a hit! Games, JiJi photos, and prize giveaways made for an awesome evening for students and families. 🎉📸➗

Join the Bett Nurses at Iron Tee Golf to lift up our community and support the fight against Type 1diabetes on Wed., Dec. 10. Iron Tee will donate 25% of all golf bay rentals from 3-9 pm. #BETTerTogether

Our Epilepsy Walk on Saturday was a huge success! 💜
Just shy of $18,000 raised, 190 participants, neurologists sharing their expertise, and our incredible nursing team leading the charge.
Thank you to all who walked, donated, and supported epilepsy awareness!

Check out Bettendorf’s results in the 2025 Iowa School Performance Profiles! 🎉
Congratulations to our students and staff for performing above the state average in many categories.
🔗 https://bit.ly/Bett2025PerformanceProfile

#BettPride #BETTerTogether

🎥 We’re excited to share our new We Are Bett video — a celebration of what makes Bettendorf Schools special! 💛🖤

Hear from our students, staff & families about what it means to be part of the Bett community — inspiring classrooms, supportive friendships & dedicated teachers.

👉 Watch now: https://bit.ly/WeAreBett

#BettPride #BETTerTogether

💜 Join the Bett Nurses for the Epilepsy Awareness Walk — Sat., Nov. 8 on the BHS track!
🏃‍♀️ Gates open at 8 am, walk starts at 9 am.
Join our team and donate - http://bit.ly/47pmuSK
Order shirts through Oct. 29 - http://bit.ly/4o7CCPS
#BettPride #EpilepsyAwareness #WeAreBett

💜 Join the Bett Nurses for a Dine & Donate this Saturday, 11 am –3 pm at Meatball’s Sandwich Co. (2317 Cumberland Sq. Dr.) to support the Epilepsy Awareness Walk! #BettPride #EpilepsyAwareness

🚍 It’s School Bus Safety Week! Let’s reflect on the importance of safety on and around our buses.

🚨 Always stop when the stop arm is out—it’s the law and protects our students.

🙏 Thank you to our drivers and transportation staff for keeping kids safe!
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #BettPride