We had an amazing turnout for our track and field day today. Thank you to Mr. Schlegel for providing such great activities for our students to participate in. We appreciate all the parents who were able to join and all of the high school helpers that came and assisted at the stations. We couldn't have picked a better weather day!😊☀️🏃🏼‍♂️🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️
about 23 hours ago, Sara Bennis
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
track and field day
On Wednesday, May 6th, we celebrated our amazing school nurse, and we couldn't let the moment pass without giving her a special shout-out!

To our incredible Nurse Carlie: Thank you for the endless love, compassion, and care you show our Cardinal students every single day. From bandaged knees to comforting words, you're there with a warm heart and helping hands. Our students are so lucky to have you! 🩹✨

Your dedication makes our school community stronger. We appreciate YOU!
2 days ago, Sara Bennis
Nurse Carlie
Our TK students celebrate Muffins with Moms today! Thank you to all those who are able to join us for this fun event.🩷
4 days ago, Sara Bennis
Muffins with Mom
Muffins with Mom
Muffins with Mom
Muffins with Mom
Our final Lunch with the Law for some TK/Kindergarten students at Cardinal Elementary! Thanks again to our Maquoketa Police Department and community sponsors for this opportunity! Congratulations to the following students for being good leaders in the building! Emma Richardson Sara Ramos Gracelyn Burton Aubree Schulz They selected their classroom teachers to join them because they inspire them to be good leaders everyday! 🩷 Mrs. Gavin Mrs. Cari Mrs. Owen Mrs. Richardson
4 days ago, Sara Bennis
Lunch with the Law
Lunch with the Law
Lunch with the Law
Lunch with the Law
Lunch with the Law
Lunch with the Law
Today we celebrate our TK/Kindergarten Leaders of the Month at Cardinal Elementary. Congratulation to the following students. We are honored to have you in our building! Thanks for being great leaders!

TK/Kindergarten Leaders
Michael Edwards has been working very hard the last few weeks are listening to what others are saying before he speaks, Habit #5! He showing lots of improvement.

Stella Wosoba does an amazing job participating in our movement breaks between classes. She also picks healthy food at lunch and at snack time. She loves asking questions to learn more about the topic we are learning about.

Harper Tsacudakis has been working extremely hard this year to use her voice to communicate her wants/needs with her classmates and teachers. Proud of her effort and success! Harper has also listened well, worked hard, and learned so much during her Kindergarten year!

Steven Oclon has been working very hard in Kindergarten to be the best he can. He is learning what needs to be done and how best to accomplish it. Keep up the great work!

1st Grade Leaders
Baron Chen is finding his voice! He is doing a great job of communicating with his friends and teachers at school. He asks politely for what he needs at appropriate times. He also stands up for himself when he needs to. Good job, Baron! Keep bringing your smile :)

Gwen Sampica is a great leader in our classroom. She follows habit 8 by using kind words, trying new things even if it might be hard, helping others and sharing her love for reading.

Anna Selman has done an amazing job showing leadership skills! She's very responsible by reading her baggy book each night. She's also a great role model and shows others what's expected by being a great listener and participator. Way to go, Anna!
4 days ago, Sara Bennis
TK/K
1st Grade
Cardinal Elementary teachers were ENERGIZED today as we concluded our week of celebrating teachers! Thanks again to our community for donating wonderful raffle prizes and to the Maquoketa Parent Lighthouse Team for supplying treats throughout the week! 😀
4 days ago, Sara Bennis
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week

Happy Friday Cardinal Elementary Families,

Monday will be our Cardinal/Briggs Track and Field Day. Hope you can join us for all the fun. The weather is looking promising. Check out our CWNK news report for more information about what's happening at Cardinal next week. Don't forget to mark your calendars for May 26th which will be our Cardinal Carnival. You can support this by encouraging your child(ren) to earn tickets for the games/prizes through good behaviors at school. Enjoy the weekend!

4 days ago, Sara Bennis
Track and Field Day 2026
Cardinal Carnival
Some of our BPA students are attending the BPA National Convention in Nashville, TN this week. We want to give a big congratulations to Avery Schnoor, Adalee Vorbeck and Kenzi Wallroff. They have made it to the finals in the UX design team event. They are in the top 12!!! They will present again today to the judges at 12:50 and present on the big stage tomorrow night. Congrats girls!
4 days ago, Brittni Larkey
BPA
We have Cardinals breaking records left and right! Lets give it up for Kyle Simmons, Izzy Hardin and Isabel Hopson for becoming the new conference track record holders for the following events. Congratulations!

Ambulatory 100 M Kyle Simmons Maquoketa 14.19 2026
Ambulatory 400 M Kyle Simmons Maquoketa 1:07.21 2026
Ambulatory 800 M Kyle Simmons Maquoketa 2:35.53 2026

High Jump Maquoketa Isabel Hopson 5’6” 2026
3000M Run Maquoketa Izzy Hardin 10:06.28 2026
4 days ago, Brittni Larkey
Conference Track Record Holders

Don't miss any of the memories from the 2025/2026 school year. Be sure to order your Maquoketa High School yearbook now before May 15th to recieve a discounted price of $65. That's $20 off!!! A yearbook is a keepsake you will keep forever to look back on so don't miss this opportunity.

4 days ago, Brittni Larkey
2026 Yearbook
🏀 Maquoketa Cardinal Girls Basketball Youth Camp 🏀

The Maquoketa Cardinal coaching staff and players would like to invite you to join us for a great opportunity to further learn the game of basketball!

We focus on fundamentals and competition, based on each athlete’s age and skill level. Players will experience team play in a positive teaching and learning environment. We look forward to seeing your child in June!

📅 Dates:
Monday, June 8 – Thursday, June 11

⏰ Times:
• 8:00–10:00 AM → Girls entering grades 3–5
• 10:30 AM–12:30 PM → Girls entering grades 6–8

📍 Location: Maquoketa High School

💲 Cost: $40 (camp t-shirt included)

🎒 What to bring: Shoes, water bottle, towel, and plenty of energy!

👉 Register here: https://manager.gobound.com/camps/h202604271147050091c6c82c9d0e440/register
4 days ago, Colin Larson
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Join our band and choir students as they participat in IHSMA Large Group Contest. This event will be held at Central DeWitt High School. Check the perfomance times below. Make sure you do not miss out on this great night of music!
4 days ago, Brittni Larkey
Large Group

Today's events for Thursday, May 7th. Be sure to come to our boy's home tennis meet tonight at 4:00pm as we recognize our seniors on senior night.

Boys Tennis / home
Senior Night
Camanche vs. Maquoketa
Marlow Athletic Complex
04:00PM

Girls & Boys Track / away
RVC Conference Track & Field
West Liberty High School
04:00PM

Girls & Boys Soccer / away
Maquoketa vs. Anamosa
Anamosa Sports Complex
Girls 05:00pm
Boys 07:00pm

5 days ago, Brittni Larkey
Events 5/7
Thank you to all who attended our Senior Decision Day celebration today. This event celebrates all Seniors and their plans for after high school. A special shout out to our High School Counselors, Mrs. DeWulf and Mrs. Adrian and our College & Career Counselor, Mrs. McLaughlin and all of our support staff for organizing this great event!
7 days ago, Maquoketa CSD
senior decision day
senior decision day
senior

The celebration of teachers continued today as we enjoyed a Taco Bar and raffled off more gift certificates from our community sponsors. Congratulations to Mrs. DeMuth, Mrs. Hasenbank, and Mrs. Wright! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

7 days ago, Sara Bennis
Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation

We’ll have hot dogs, snacks, and chili available at soccer tonight! 🌭⚽️ Come hungry and enjoy the games:

Varsity Girls vs Beckman @ 5pm

Varsity Boys vs Cascade @ 7pm

7 days ago, Colin Larson
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⚾️ Maquoketa Cardinals Softball Clinic 🟥⬛️

Join us on May 16th for a fun and instructional morning with our high school players and coaches!

🕘 K–3rd Grade: 9:00–11:00 AM
🕚 4th–7th Grade: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 High School Softball Field

This clinic is a great opportunity for young athletes to build skills, learn the game, and have fun with the Cardinals program!

💲 $20 per participant
👉 Register now: https://manager.gobound.com/camps/h20260505063046618a72f8b5b8cf34f/register

Open to all skill levels—come ready to work and have fun!

#GoCards #MaquoketaSoftball #FutureCardinals

7 days ago, Colin Larson
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Maquoketa Softball store closes Wednesday, 5/6/26!! 😊 Be sure to check it out! ❤️🥎
https://stores.teamelitesports.com/maquoketa.../shop/home
7 days ago, Colin Larson
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After today's rehearsal, I CANNOT WAIT for tonight's show. It will be AMAZING!! Join us tonight at Ohnward Fine Arts Center for the 6:30pm Briggs Elementary Spring Concert!!
7 days ago, Gabrielle Recker
Rehearsal
Rehearsal

Events for today Tuesday, May 5th. Good Luck Cards!!

Boys Golf / away
RVC Boys Conference Golf Meet
Muscatine Municipal Golf Course
10:00am

Boys Tennis / away
Maquoketa vs. Western Dubuque
Western Dubuque High School
1:00pm

Girls Soccer / home
Beckman Catholic vs. Maquoketa
Goodenow Field
5:00pm

Boys Soccer / home
Cascade vs. Maquoketa
Goodenow Field
7:00pm

7 days ago, Brittni Larkey
Events May 5th