Hello from the Elementary Parent Lighthouse Team! Our Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up and we would like to support our teachers with some snacks to get them through these evenings after a day of teaching! We have come up with a list of items enjoyed by teachers but have also left some spaces for those special treats you like to make. If you are willing to provide these items, please add your name to the column on the right. You can drop off your donation to either Briggs or Cardinal and someone from the Parent Lighthouse Team will make sure to deliver it to the schools. We will ask that all donations are delivered by 12pm on Wednesday, October 15th.
Remember: Please package your items in tossable containers, as we will not be keeping track of containers to return to owners.
Thank You!
Kayla Flenker, President; Ashley River, Vice President; Lorene McLaughlin, Co-Secretary; Tayler Hayes, Co-Secretary; Megan Simmons, Treasurer
Team Members: Sara Bennis, Gabe Recker, Hannah True, Heather Drury, Becky Nowachek, Michele Larson, Sarah Duhme, Dena Ochoa
Click here to access the Google doc sign-up (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gKvUCDXeTMmFtiL-8EqlLU9ExISVk2Oj159h9S5X2gs/edit?tab=t.0)
If you have trouble opening the link you can email building principals and request the link.
Sara Bennis (sbennis@maquoketaschools.org)
Gabe Recker (grecker@maquoketaschools.org)
- Ember Cross does a great job of practicing all of the habits, all of the time! He sets a good example for other students every day by being polite, prepared and ready to learn.
-Fin Notz contributes to a respectful learning environment through his leadership. He is a friend to all and models the school rules for others. When a friend is in need he is always there to support.
-Ensleigh Flenker is a phenomenal role model and is always willing to lead others by good example. She always makes the right choice when others are not and is kind to all. She is a great example of a leader!
- Emmi Widel is a great leader! She follows directions the first time, is prepared for class, asks clarifying questions, participates in class discussions, and is a good friend to others. Way to go, Emmi!!!!
What a fun week of Homecoming Celebrations! We enjoyed seeing all the fun outfits and wild hair styles as we celebrated Maquoketa Pride!
Next week we may not have any dress up days planned but will certainly enjoy some fun as we celebrate our love for learning!
Here is our latest addition of CWNK (https://youtu.be/Acw0RFpuCqA) to tell you more about what's happening at Cardinal Elementary.
Highlights include:
Fire Prevention week
Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind
Enjoy the weekend! We hope to see many of you at the Homecoming Parade at 2:00 in town and the football game at the HS.
Picture Day is coming on Thursday, October 2!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTGTKQRS. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com .
Cardinal Elementary students had a fun day of learning in our PJ's and Sweats as we celebrate Homecoming Week at Maquoketa! Tomorrow is "Team Day"! Students and staff are encouraged to wear their favorite team apparel.
Today at Cardinal Elementary we had our Leadership Assembly to celebrate our learning and practice of Habit #1: Be Proactive! Students and staff were recognized for the High Hopes (those who continue to work hard on their school work, even when it gets challenging) and Count on Me (those who you can always count on to be a good friend and help when needed). Congratulations to our recipients!
I am excited to share that our "High Hopes" awards went to: Aubree Schulz, Isabelle Samples, Aaron Hayward, Stella Wosoba, Mireya Quintanilla, Daryel Tepole-Porras, Trae Kane, Luke Weis, Jayden Lux, Kaylee Mitchell, Ensleigh Flenker, and Greyson Bradford. Staff members include our SWIT team: Mrs. Bennis, Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Toops, Miss Back, Mrs. DeMuth, and Mrs. Spain
Equally exciting were our "Count on Me" awards went to: Jaxon Cowan, Finn Henderson, Brantley Rasdon, Ember Knight, Cooper Schwartz, Raelynn Creger, Ava Lux, Griffin Koppes, Owen Beranek, Rylee Brewster, Brynn Bowman, Anthony LaPage, and Mateo Piceno. Staff include our Behavior Support Team: Ms. Steines, Mrs. Kate, Ms. Kayla, Mrs. Vanessa, and Mrs. Amanda.
Next month we will focus on Habit #2: Begin with the End in Mind. Thank you for your partnership in fostering a positive and productive environment for our students.
Dear Cardinal Elementary Families,
I want to share some exciting news about what’s coming up this week at Cardinal Elementary as we celebrate Maquoketa Homecoming! Please mark your calendars for Picture Day on Thursday, October 2nd.
For more details, I encourage you to watch the CWNK newscast (https://youtu.be/YF5ZDcJYET8).
Highlights Include:
-High Hopes and Count on Me Award Winners for Habit 1
-New focus habit for October is Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind
-Homecoming Activities for Friday, October 3rd
-Students will be attending the HS pep rally from 10am-11am
-A parade will be going through town at 2:00pm if you want to bring your child(ren)
-See Homecoming Dress Up Days
-Picture Day Thursday, October 2nd
Thank you for your continued support!
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Next week, starting on Monday, Sept. 29th, MCSD will celebrate Homecoming Week! Please see the flyer for homecoming dress-up days. Help us celebrate the Cardinal Spirit! Don't forget picture day is on Thursday, October 2nd!
CWNK news (https://youtu.be/jy6HMR1KxmU?si=QM4Y7wRRBjcbCCiv)
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Please view our CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/jy6HMR1KxmU?si=JrckU_tmyY0ZZAfU) to learn more about what is happening at Cardinal Elementary this week.
Highlights Include:
-Congratulations to Leaders of the Month
-High Hopes/Count on Me Awards next week
-Habit 1: Be Proactive - I'm in Charge of Me
-Fall begins September 22nd
-Picture Day is coming on October 2nd
-Joke of the Week!
I would like to recognize our Cardinal Leadership groups for 2nd and 1st grade students. We are proud of these leaders and excited for them to apply and interview for student jobs in the building that will help all students make good choices and follow the rules of the school!
2nd grade leaders: Keira Farris, Fin Notz, Owen Beranek, Luke Weis, Taymen Dirks, Teagyn Howell, Kamryn Kuhlman, MacKynzi Burton, Donald Carter, Evie Hoffman, Bryant Simmons, Emmi Widel, Ensleigh Flenker, and Hugo Petersen
1st grade leaders: Hudson Howard, Gwendolyn Sampica, Alex Watters, Jolyn Dirks, Hazel Larson, Ava Lux, Anna Selman, Khaleesi Rose Traman, Hudson Arensdorf, Declyn Johnson
