We had a very successful HIE Awareness blood drive at Cardinal Elementary 🙌🏻 Thank you so much to the donors who gave their blood to save others. We are so grateful for students like Liam True! ImpactLife Hope for HIE Foundation - Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Hello Cardinal Elementary Families, Meet our new reporters, Kinsley Noack, Shane Watters, and Addie Marlowe as they share the CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/z40L7DZ9-xQ) for next week. Highlights include: -Monday, April 7th, is the Cardinal Blood Drive. You still have time to sign-up! -2nd Grade Leaders of the Month -April 10th - Cardinal students will be at the Ohnward Performing Arts Center from 9:45 am-10:30 am for the Musical Matinee. -April 10th is also our Cardinal STEM Night at Innovate 120 (see the attached flyer). -Spring Break starts the following week. No school for kids on April 18th, 21st, and 22nd. -Friday, April 11th, is the deadline for Cookie Sales. Have a great week!
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Vision to Learn donated 43 glasses to students at Cardinal Elementary this week. We had a lot of smiling faces! Thank you to all of our donors! 🤓
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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One more week! Join us for Cookies with Cardinals at Briggs!
2 months ago, Marisa Ackley
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Second graders enjoyed a trip to the National Mississippi River Museum today! It was a good reminder of how many opportunities we have to explore the world around us! Thankful! ❤️
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Cardinal Elementary wants to share our appreciation for the fabulous paraprofessionals we get to celebrate everyday! Thank you for your time and dedication to so many! ❤️
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Shout out to our 2nd grade Leaders of the Month, Erana Hoover, Mac Williams, Weston Benedom, and Jaslynn Robert! Thank you for being great leaders!
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Today at Cardinal elementary we celebrated Autism Acceptance with our Autism Walk and kindness towards all posters! 💙
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Cardinal Elementary Families, Today we have a visit from The National Theater for Children with their presentation of Eco Guardians for Project Energy. Students learned about the importance of saving energy! Be sure and ask them what they learned!
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Today, we celebrate Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🎉 I want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the amazing para professionals in our district. Your unwavering support for our students, staff, and families makes a huge difference every day! 💙 You are truly valued members of our team.
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Hello Cardinal Elementary Families, This is your friendly encouragement nudge to dress your child in BLUE tomorrow as we recognize Autism Awareness at Cardinal Elementary.
2 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Congrats to the Maquoketa Boys Soccer team on winning their first game of the season against Clinton! Come and cheer them on at their first home game on Thursday. Go Cards!
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Don't miss your chance to support the Elementary Parent Lighthouse Team!
3 months ago, Gabrielle Recker
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Mark your calendars! Our next family event at Briggs will be on April 11th! No RSVP needed!
3 months ago, Marisa Ackley
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Hello Cardinal Elementary Families, We are ready for another week at Cardinal Elementary. Here is the CWNK newscasters (https://youtu.be/jLrb0QrH0ZU) to tell you more... Highlights include: -Autism Awareness Day, April 2nd -We encourage students and staff to wear blue on Wednesday, April 2nd. -We will all participate in an Autism Walk around the school. -High Hopes and Count on Me Award Winners -Cookie Fundraiser -Focus Habit #7 - Sharpen the Saw Have a fabulous week!
3 months ago, Sara Bennis
sbennis@maquoketaschools.org
sbennis@maquoketaschools.org
Enroll your child in preschool for the 25-26 school year today! https://www.maquoketaschools.org/o/ce/page/preschool-programs
3 months ago, Kristy Haxmeier
Announcement for parents of preschool-age students regarding registration for the 2025-2026 school year. It states that registration forms are available at partnering preschools, Central Office, or online. Contact information for Kaitlyn Clark is provided for questions, along with a note that four-year-old preschool is free. The announcement also lists participating preschool centers and eligibility for children who will be four years old by September 15, 2025.
Enroll your child in preschool for the 25-26 school year today! https://www.maquoketaschools.org/o/ce/page/preschool-programs
3 months ago, Kaitlyn Lane
Announcement for parents of preschool-age students regarding registration for the 2025-2026 school year. It states that registration forms are available at partnering preschools, Central Office, or online. Contact information for Kaitlyn Clark is provided for questions, along with a note that four-year-old preschool is free. The announcement also lists participating preschool centers and eligibility for children who will be four years old by September 15, 2025.
We had a big day at Cardinal Elementary! Congratulations to our leaders who were recognized as our High Hopes (students working hard on their academics) and Count On Me (students showing kindness and being a good friend to others) for Habit #6: Synergize! Mrs. Bennis also got a pie in the face as part of the Kid's Heart Challenge. Thank you to all those that donated! See the video to watch them receive their awards (https://youtu.be/2yDqpuX26sw). High Hopes: Eli Paulsen Lucas Parker Daryel Tepole-Porras Trae Kane Jr. Joseph Small Chloe Hotler Bryant Simmons Ivy Burns Avery Charlier Alissandra Phillbrick Braxton Roden Ms. Bahlmann Ms. Denger Count on Me John Edwards Harper Balliu Alex Watters Amier Covington Rafe Morris Ensleigh Flenker Hugo Petersen Nikki Schultheis Evie Scharff Brayler Bunge Jaslynn Robert Carsen Suthers Bodkin Mrs. Bennis
3 months ago, Sara Bennis
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Update: Maquoketa Elementary Parent Lighthouse Fundraiser
3 months ago, Sara Bennis
sbennis@maquoketaschools.org
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families, Another exciting week ahead at Cardinal Elementary. Check out the CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/3JQXPsOtg50) to learn more. Highlights Include: - Cardinal Kindergarten Leaders of the Week -Math Stem Night coming April 10th from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm @Innovate 120 -Hear what we are learning about in CKLA Knowledge -Focus is on Habit #6: Synergize -Physics Carnival Friday, March 28th @Cardinal Elementary -April 10th, Spring Musical Matinee at 1:30 Coming Up: -April 2nd, Autism Awareness Day at Cardinal Elementary! Wear Blue -Cardinal Spring Concert at Ohnward starting at 6:30 on May 6th. -Cardinal Blood Drive on Monday, April 7th -Cardinal Track and Field is scheduled for May 9th -Donuts with Grown-Ups will be held that morning from 7:45-8:15 -Cardinal Carnival and 2nd Grade Talent Show will be held on May 27th.
3 months ago, Sara Bennis
sbennis@maquoketaschools.org
sbennis@maquoketaschools.org