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FD native to receive American Royal Scholarship

The American Royal Association has announced its 2023 Royal Scholar recipients. In total, the American Royal is awarding 10 $2,500 scholarships to qualified college students. Jaedyn Condon, of Fort Dodge, is one of the recipients. She is majoring in animal science with a minor in biology at Iowa State University. Recipients will take part in the American Royal scholarship program, designed to provide an opportunity for outstanding college students to represent the American Royal mission. In recognition of the outstanding achievements of the scholars, each will receive ...

Getting to know our teachers — Mason Gotto

MASON GOTTO Where do you teach? Early Childhood Center What grade/subject do you teach? Kindergarten Why do you teach? I teach to give back to my community, which has built my capacity to be both a leader and a teacher. What is your favorite part of the school day? My ...

What Seniors Are Saying — In Step with Reese Pederson

1. What programs and activities do you participate in? At Fort Dodge Senior High, I am involved with the Code Red and Dodger Dance team, band, jazz band, choir, All-State Choir, spring musical, fall play, large group speech, National Honor Society, and Student Athletic Advisory ...

Getting to know our teachers: Nick Vinson

Nick Vinson Where do you teach? Fort Dodge Senior High What grade/subject do you teach? 9-12 grade level 2-3 special education Why do you teach? I teach for the students. They give me as much or more than I will give them. I enjoy every day and all of its challenges and ...

What Seniors Are Saying

1. What programs and activities do you participate in? I participate in volleyball, rugby, National Honor Society, and Ambassadors. 2. What academic accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of being in National Honor Society my junior and senior years. Also, getting the ...