Berg Middle School
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Principal’s Page

Dear Cardinal Community,

It is my pleasure to be the next principal at Berg Middle School.  I am excited about the opportunity to serve our students, staff and community to make a positive difference.  We want to work towards making Berg Middle School the best educational experience for our students, staff and community. 

Mr. Daryl Dotson ‘Dotty’

Educational Background:

  • Upper Iowa University: Bachelor of Arts – Marketing
  • Drake University: Master of Arts – Teaching
  • University of Northern Iowa: K – 12 Principalship Certification
  • Northwest Missouri State: Superintendent Licensure (2024)

Work History:

  • 2024: Present Berg Middle School, Principal 
  • 2022-2024: Bondurant Farrar, Assistant Principal
  • 2010-2022: Des Public School: Classroom teacher, Behavior Coach
  • 2005-2024: Athletic Coach: Wrestling, Baseball, Tennis, Softball
  • 2000-2005: Dowling Catholic: Assistant Wrestling coach

Military History:

  • 1999-2004: United States Navy Reserve
  • 2004-2007: Iowa Army National Guard 

Daryl Dotson

Principal

641-792-7741