Happy St. Patrick's Day from Cardinal Elementary! 🍀
Weather Announcement – Tuesday, March 17
Due to blowing and drifting snow on rural gravel roads, Maquoketa Community School District will have a 2-hour late start tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17.
* Buses will run 2 hours later than normal morning pick-up times
* No morning activities
* No morning preschool
* No breakfast will be served
We will continue to monitor conditions closely. If any changes are necessary, additional information will be shared.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff during these winter weather conditions.
Due to blowing and drifting snow on rural gravel roads, Maquoketa Community School District will have a 2-hour late start tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17.
* Buses will run 2 hours later than normal morning pick-up times
* No morning activities
* No morning preschool
* No breakfast will be served
We will continue to monitor conditions closely. If any changes are necessary, additional information will be shared.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff during these winter weather conditions.
MCSD Families,
Due to the winter weather forecast, Maquoketa Community School District will have a Virtual Learning Day on Monday, March 16.
Elementary Students:
Students will complete their Virtual Learning Day packets and return them to school on Tuesday for students to be counted present for the Virtual Learning Day.
Students in Grades 7–12:
Students will complete lessons posted by their teachers in Canvas. These assignments must be completed by 3:30 PM on Tuesday, March 17 in order for students to be counted present for the Virtual Learning Day.
Teachers will be available to respond to student questions through email or Rooms.
A decision regarding practices and after-school activities will be made later in the day on Monday.
Thank you for your flexibility and support as we prioritize student and staff safety.
Due to the winter weather forecast, Maquoketa Community School District will have a Virtual Learning Day on Monday, March 16.
Elementary Students:
Students will complete their Virtual Learning Day packets and return them to school on Tuesday for students to be counted present for the Virtual Learning Day.
Students in Grades 7–12:
Students will complete lessons posted by their teachers in Canvas. These assignments must be completed by 3:30 PM on Tuesday, March 17 in order for students to be counted present for the Virtual Learning Day.
Teachers will be available to respond to student questions through email or Rooms.
A decision regarding practices and after-school activities will be made later in the day on Monday.
Thank you for your flexibility and support as we prioritize student and staff safety.
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
It was wonderful seeing so many of you last night and we hope to see more tonight. We love this opportunity to share with you the wonderful things that are happening at school and the progress that your child is making. Enjoy an extra day with you child(ren) as we do not have school tomorrow, March 13th. Check out this week's CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/xVk-AeWcaJQ) for more information about next week. We hope you can join us for the literacy event on Friday, March 20th, called Cookies with Cardinals. Have a great weekend!
News Highlights Include:
Field Trip Alert! Ohnward...Three Billy Goats Gruff
Cookies and Books on March 20
Level Up for Leadership Day-April 2nd
Synergize: Just like ants!
Joke of the Week
Mrs. Trusty's first grade class got a special treat today on National Plant a Flower Day! MCSD's very own Shelby Davison shared the book she authored and illustrated called "Iowa's Native Rainbow." It's a beautiful book showcasing the colorful native plant life of Iowa. The kids really enjoyed it! Thank you, Ms. Shelby! 😊🌻
Kindergarteners in Mrs. Owen's class work with a partner to discover ways to make 10 and write equations.
Hello Cardinal and Briggs Families,
The Middle School iJAG program, here in Maquoketa, will be hosting a movie night next Tuesday, March 17th from 5-6:30 pm, with doors opening at 4:30. There is no entry fee, but there will be snacks, food, and drinks for sale. Please spread the word, all families in the community are invited. It will be at Maquoketa Middle School, in the Cafeteria. Please check out the flyer below for more information! Thank you and hope to see you there!
The Middle School iJAG program, here in Maquoketa, will be hosting a movie night next Tuesday, March 17th from 5-6:30 pm, with doors opening at 4:30. There is no entry fee, but there will be snacks, food, and drinks for sale. Please spread the word, all families in the community are invited. It will be at Maquoketa Middle School, in the Cafeteria. Please check out the flyer below for more information! Thank you and hope to see you there!
Hello MCSD Families,
Thank you for being part of our school community. If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten in the 2026–2027 school year or are interested in learning more about our Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten programs, please take a moment to review the attached flyer with details about Kindergarten Round‑Up.
We are excited to welcome your child as they begin this important learning journey. Kindergarten Round‑Up is a wonderful opportunity to meet our staff, learn about the program, and get answers to any questions you may have.
Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to seeing you and your family soon.
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Thank you for being part of our school community. If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten in the 2026–2027 school year or are interested in learning more about our Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten programs, please take a moment to review the attached flyer with details about Kindergarten Round‑Up.
We are excited to welcome your child as they begin this important learning journey. Kindergarten Round‑Up is a wonderful opportunity to meet our staff, learn about the program, and get answers to any questions you may have.
Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to seeing you and your family soon.
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Don't forget we are one week away from Spring Pictures. See information below for purchasing details.
Please reach out to the school if you have any questions.
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Don't forget we are one week away from Spring Pictures. See information below for purchasing details.
Please reach out to the school if you have any questions.
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Today at Cardinal Elementary we celebrated our 2nd Grade leaders of the month. Congratulations to the following students. Thanks for being great role models for others!
Donald Carter is a great leader in his classroom. He works hard, follows directions the first time, tries his best, and is a great role model. He does a great job of synergizing with others to accomplish group tasks. So proud of you Donald!
Luke Weis does and amazing job demonstrating Habit 6. Luke always works well with others, especially during structured partner times. He is considerate of how he works with his classmates and consistently models teamwork. Keep up the great work Luke!
Jayden Lux is doing an excellent job working with his structured partner. He is kind and listens to his partner's ideas.
Kristen Ralston has been working really hard to be a friend to all and sharing compliments and kindness with all those around her.
Donald Carter is a great leader in his classroom. He works hard, follows directions the first time, tries his best, and is a great role model. He does a great job of synergizing with others to accomplish group tasks. So proud of you Donald!
Luke Weis does and amazing job demonstrating Habit 6. Luke always works well with others, especially during structured partner times. He is considerate of how he works with his classmates and consistently models teamwork. Keep up the great work Luke!
Jayden Lux is doing an excellent job working with his structured partner. He is kind and listens to his partner's ideas.
Kristen Ralston has been working really hard to be a friend to all and sharing compliments and kindness with all those around her.
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Thank you to all those that helped us celebrate Read Across America week with all the fun dress-up days! Hopefully you found some time to cozy up with some fun books over the week as well! Please check out this week's CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/dxwHQi2z3E0?si=WyGvQtsMzT2c7DQi) for information about what is happening next week which is also Parent Teacher Conferences. Have a great weekend!
News Highlights Include:
"Spring Forward" move clocks ahead
Habit 6: Synergize
Conferences next Wednesday and Thursday, no school Friday
Cookies and Books on March 20th
March trivia
Joke of the Week
Thank you to all those that helped us celebrate Read Across America week with all the fun dress-up days! Hopefully you found some time to cozy up with some fun books over the week as well! Please check out this week's CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/dxwHQi2z3E0?si=WyGvQtsMzT2c7DQi) for information about what is happening next week which is also Parent Teacher Conferences. Have a great weekend!
News Highlights Include:
"Spring Forward" move clocks ahead
Habit 6: Synergize
Conferences next Wednesday and Thursday, no school Friday
Cookies and Books on March 20th
March trivia
Joke of the Week
Mrs. Dostal's 2nd graders had some pretty crazy socks today! 😊
Mrs. Browns 2nd Grade hat some fun Hats for Hat Day as part of our Read Across America Celebration! Tomorrow is Crazy Sock Day! 🧦
Mrs. Graham's 1st grade class has enjoyed flashlight reading as we celebrate Read Across America week.
TK celebrated Dr. Seuss's birthday today by eating Green Eggs and Ham for lunch in our classroom!! Everyone loved it!!
A reminder that there will be a 2 Hour Late Start on Tuesday, March 3rd due to the Maquoketa Girls Basketball Team competing at the State Basketball Tournament on Monday night. Bus pick up and parent drop off on Tuesday morning will be exactly two hours later than our regular times. There will be no morning activities, no morning preschool or breakfast on Tuesday. Thank You for your support and Go Cards!
Today at Cardinal Elementary we kicked-off Read Across America week with some guest readers from the community! Thanks you to the following guests for sharing their reading skills with our young readers! Guests were also greeted and hosted by Cardinal Leaders from 2nd grade.
Guest Readers:
Linda Martin
Sarah Hogan
Elaine Kahler
Julie Furne
Colleen Schwenker
Karla Olson
Bev Brauer
Becky Benedix
Sandy Kloos
Mike Till
Colin Larson
Karter Yarolim
Officer Tenny/Mrs. Bennis
Mike Hayward
Cindy Sellnau
Guest Readers:
Linda Martin
Sarah Hogan
Elaine Kahler
Julie Furne
Colleen Schwenker
Karla Olson
Bev Brauer
Becky Benedix
Sandy Kloos
Mike Till
Colin Larson
Karter Yarolim
Officer Tenny/Mrs. Bennis
Mike Hayward
Cindy Sellnau
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Today we kicked off Read Across America week with some special guest readers from the community. Read Across America will start March 2nd. Our CWNK news reporters (https://youtu.be/3hi0OgSKhD8) will share more information about what's happening at Cardinal Elementary next week. Enjoy the weekend. Don't forget, Tuesday we will have a late start due to the Girls State basketball game Monday night. School will begin at 10:05 on Tuesday, March 3rd.
New Highlights Include:
2 hour late start on Tuesday, March 3
Good luck Lady Cards!
Read Across America Week: thank you guest readers!
Habit 6 Synergize: together is better
Joke of the Week
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Spring Picture Day is coming soon! Please see the flyer for pricing and ordering information. This will be Monday, March 16th.
Spring Picture Day is coming soon! Please see the flyer for pricing and ordering information. This will be Monday, March 16th.
Hear ye hear ye! Today at Cardinal Elementary, we celebrated our learning of Kings and Queens with a royal tea party. Kindergartners got to learn more about etiquette and using good manners just like the Kings and Queens of royalty as they snacked on delicious treats. Be sure to check out more pictures and information about this event in our news article on the Maquoketa Community Schools website which will be coming out soon!
