Calamus-Wheatland Community School District

We are excited to announce Keitha Kjergaard as our new Head Girls Basketball Coach! Go Warriors!

about 6 hours ago, Scott Burke

Keitha Kjergaard Head Girls Basketball Coach

We are excited to announce Cole Claussen as our new Head Boys Basketball Coach. Welcome to the Warrior family!

about 6 hours ago, Scott Burke

Join us in recognizing our Class of 2026! #gowarriors

about 12 hours ago, CWSD

Calamus-Wheatland Post-Grad Plans Class of 2026

Alex Rickertsen. Alex plans to attend Iowa State to study Aerospace Engineering. Alex has participated in cross country, track and field, quiz bowl and band. Alex's proudest accomplishment is maintaining a 4.0 while taking hard classes. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Alex is Mr. Drowns. His advice to underclassmen is "Don't worry yourself about things that don't matter."

Brady Olson. Brady plans to become a plumber. Brady has participated in football, wrestling, track, FFA and FBLA. Brady's proudest accomplishment was winning Tri Rivers Conference Champion for wrestling. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Brady is Mrs. Kingsley. His advice to underclassmen is, "Have fun and don't take anything too serious."

Elise Brown. Elise plans to attend Scott Community College and then transfer to the University of Iowa for nursing. Elise has participated in cheerleading, band and Scouts BSA. Elise's proudest accomplishment was earning her Eagle Scout. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Elise is Mr. Drowns. Her advice to underclassmen is, "If you can wake up for school, then you can do anything."

Logan Vanderheiden. Logan plans to work until retirement. Logan has participated in FFA. Logan's proudest accomplishment is being on track to graduate. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Logan is Mrs. Petersen. His advice to underclassmen is "Don't drop out."

Last week, our 5th and 6th grade students had the opportunity to visit JA BizTown. Each student was assigned a job and worked hard to complete their tasks throughout the day. This was a fun, hands-on experience for our students, giving them a chance to build real-world skills and teamwork.

2 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!! We have some of the best around responsible for safely transporting your children to school and back on the daily!! Drivers also love taking our students on activity and field trips.
#gocalwheat
#gowarriors

2 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

happy school bus driver appreciation day thank you for all you do, every day cw warriors

Junior High Prom was last Friday and students had a great time for their end of the year dance! The 2026 JH Prom King & Queen were Liam Dennison and Maddy Schanze, and the Prom Prince & Princess were Bryar Richardson and Kayser Balicheck.
Mrs. Forret also organized a formal dinner before the dance.
#gowarriors

2 days ago, Tom VanBlaricome

Senior Decision Day:
Wed, Apr 29th at 8:30am, HS gym
Recognizing graduating seniors & celebrating future decisions. Each senior will be recognized (college, trade school, military, apprenticeship, work force, etc). Parents/families and the community invited to join us!

2 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

Update Mon, April 27 at 12:07pm
Track meets scheduled for today:
JH at Wilton - cancelled
HS at Northeast - cancelled

NO JH practice
HS will have practice

#gocalwheat
#gowarriors

3 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

Final Call: The Calamus-Wheatland students are giving back with our annual Warrior Pride Community Clean Up Day on May 15!

Need help with spring projects like raking leaves, picking up sticks, planting flowers, spreading mulch, painting, hauling, or garage cleanup? Sign up by May 1, 2026 using the form below or calling the school office.

A resident (or adult designee) must be present, and a staff member will be with each student group. Time details will be shared closer to the date. No rain date.
https://forms.gle/NPuz3Zw58aFNWKAF7

3 days ago, CWSD

Join us in recognizing our Class of 2026! #gowarriors

4 days ago, CWSD

Drew Vanderheiden. Drew plans to finish his apprenticeship at Rittmer Inc and continue to work there. Drew has participated in FFA. Drew's proudest accomplishment was earning his CDL. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Drew is Mrs. Petersen. His advice to underclassmen is "Do your work on time and listen to your teachers."

Lily Vanderheiden. Lily plans to go to college and become a sonographer. Lily has participated in 4H and golf. Lily's proudest accomplishment is participating in a wide variety of activities even if she isn't in them anymore. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Lily is Mr. Drowns. Her advice to underclassmen is, "Don't take Chemistry."

Andrew Weih. Andrew plans to enter the Air Force. Andrew has participated in basketball. His advice to underclassmen is "Better late than never, never late is better." The teacher that has the biggest impact on Andrew is Mrs. Luepker.

Arianna Goff. Arianna plans to move back to Arkansas after graduation. Arianna has participated in choir. Arianna's proudest accomplishment is helping create a video game. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Arianna was Ms. Roberts. Her advice to underclassmen is, "Do what makes you happy."

3rd grade field trip to the Wapsi Environmental Center.#gowarriors

6 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

3rd field trip to Wapsi Environmental Center

Join us in recognizing our Class of 2026! #gowarriors

8 days ago, CWSD

Chase Klatt. Chase plans to attend Loras College for Business & Marketing. He also plans to continue his athletic career there as well. Chase has participated in basketball, baseball, football, track, FCA, FBLA and student council. Chase's proudest achievement was becoming TV-6's Athlete of the Week, Play of the Week and Athlete of the Month all during the same month. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Chase is Mr. Higgins. His advice to underclassmen is "You will miss 100% of the shots you don't take."

Alice Nicklaus. Alice plans to attend Iowa State and become and Agriculture Education teacher. Alice has participated in FBLA, FFA, basketball and football cheerleading, tennis and NHS. Alice's proudest accomplishment was winning 1st place at the Iowa State Fair in the purebread suffolk ewe lamb class her first year going to the state fair. Her advice to underclassmen is "Surround yourself with people who want to see you grow." The teacher that has the biggest impact on Alice is Mr. Drowns.

Caesar Weston. Caesar plans to enter workforce and take acting classes. Caesar has participated in football and the play. Caesar's proudest accomplishment was encouraging people to join the play. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Caesar is Mrs. Linville. His advice to underclassmen is "Believe in yourself and don't care about what others say or think about you."

Aubrey Knight. Aubrey plans to attend Muscatine Community College to become a Vet Tech. Aubrey has participated in Painting. Aubrey's proudest accomplishment is making honor roll each year. The teacher that has the biggest impact on Aubrey is Mr. Drowns. Her advice to underclassmen is "Listen when they say the time goes by fast."

Thank you to the University of Iowa Safe Start Burn Prevention Program puppeteers for the interesting and informative information shared with our 1st and 3rd graders today!#gowarriors

8 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

Happy Administrative Professionals day to 2 of the best around - Mrs. Boeckmann and Mrs. Bousselot!! Thank you for all you do for our entire Warrior family of students, staff, parents and community!!
#gocalwheat
#gowarriors

8 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

happy administrative professional day thank you for all you do every day cw warriors

Thank you FFA members for taking part in Fist Bump Friday.

8 days ago, Ashley Kelting

Mrs. Henry took four students to the State Invention Convention, where they did an outstanding job representing Calamus-Wheatland Elementary School. Their hard work, creativity, and positive attitude were evident throughout the event, and we are very proud of how they represented our school.

8 days ago, Ashley Kelting

4 year old Preschool Information Night
May 4, 2026
6:00 pm
Elementary Collaboration Room

If you are unable to attend, please contact the elementary office to receive enrollment information

9 days ago, Ashley Kelting

4 Year Old Preschool Informational Night

On Wednesday, April 22, in partnership with the Calamus and Wheatland Fire Departments, our school and several local agencies will conduct a mock crash scenario called "Operation Prom." You will see additional first responders and emergency vehicles at the secondary building as part of this simulation on Wednesday afternoon.
#gowarriors

9 days ago, CWSD

Alex Rickertsen received the "Outstanding Performance" award on Saturday at the HS instrumental solo and ensemble state contest. He has been invited to perform at the Outstanding Performance Showcase in Ames on May 19th. Congratulations, Alex!

In addition - top accolades to:
Macailah Jacobsen, Division I vocal solo
Jenna Blackburn, Division I vocal solo
Ali Fisher, Division I trumpet solo
Alex Rickertsen, Division I bass clarinet solo
John Prachar, Division I euphonium solo
Macailah's and Alex's clarinet duet, Division I

#gocalwheat
#gowarriors

9 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

The link to the baseball gear store is open and linked below!! The store closes Wednesday, April 29th at midnight. So you have one week and one day to prepare for the season.
#gocalwheat
#gowarriors

https://cwbsb2026.itemorder.com/

9 days ago, Calamus Wheatland CSD

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