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!
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
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.
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
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
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!
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
⚾️ 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
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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
Meet us on the field tonight Friday, May 1st. Both our boys and girls soccer teams will hit the field tonight to take on the TIpton Tigers. Girls will start things off at 5pm with boys to follow at 7pm. Good Luck Cards!
Boys & Girls Soccer / Home
Tipton Vs. Maquoketa
Goodenow Field, Maqoketa
Girls 5:00PM
Boys 7:00PM
Start time is 4:00 PM, so we would need everyone there by 3:45 PM. Please email Colin Larson if you are able to help - clarson@maquoketaschools.org
Thanks again for your support!
Today's Events for Thursday, April 30th
Boys Track / Away
Comet Relays
Bellevue Middle/High School
04:30PM
Girls & Boys Soccer / Home
West Branch vs. Maquoketa
Goodenow Field, Maquoketa
Girls 05:00PM
Boys 07:00PM
Girls Track / Away
Cascade Co-Ed Track Meet
Cascade High School
04:00PM
The Maquoketa Cardinals are looking for Assistant Football Coaches for the 2026–2027 season!
Join a program committed to building strong student-athletes on and off the field. This is a great opportunity to mentor, lead, and be part of a proud Cardinal tradition.
🔴 Help develop young athletes
⚫ Build a positive and competitive culture
🔴 Make a lasting impact in our school and community
👉 Apply here: https://maquoketaschools.mysmarthire.com/jobs/29164
#CardinalPride #OneTeamOneTown #Maquoketa #CoachingOpportunity #FridayNightLights
Thank You to all of our bus drivers for all they do to keep our students safe and transporting them! Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
