Cardinal Elementary

Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,

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 .

about 2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Cardinal Elementary enjoyed some spirit during Wear Your Favorite Team Day! Tomorrow will be Wigs/Crazy Hair/Hats Day! Bring on the messy hair! 😀

about 2 months ago, Sara Bennis

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.

about 2 months ago, Sara Bennis

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.

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

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

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Second grade students learned about the American Flag from Chief Master Sargent Terry Creegan today! How many folds are used to fold the flag? Place your guesses below! 😌

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Thank you to our Maquoketa Volleyball and Cross Country athletes for coming to visit our youngest Cardinals! Go Cards! 😀

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,

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!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

CWNK news (https://youtu.be/jy6HMR1KxmU?si=QM4Y7wRRBjcbCCiv)

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

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!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

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

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Congratulations to our Cardinal Kindergarten Leaders of the Week. Way to go, Everleigh Cross, Dawson Kane, Emma Eads, and Raelynn Brewster

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Cardinal Elementary celebrated our first "Lunch with the Law"! Three second grade students were selected based on their excellent character and being good role models for others as we learn the rules and expectations at Cardinal Elementary. Congratulations to Emma Smith, Riley Brewster, and Charlie Goodenow! These students then were asked to select a staff member from the building that inspires them to make good choices and be kind to others. They selected Mrs. Dostal, Miss bahlmann, and Mrs. Brown who are all 2nd grade teachers at Cardinal. We are grateful to the Maquoketa PD for providing this opportunity, along with local organizations who have contributed to funding this program. It was great to have Officer Tenny and Officer Owen escort this group to McDonald's for a yummy lunch!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Mrs. Trusty's class learned the moral of the story to Peter and the Rabbit: Listen to your parents' warnings and advice to stay safe! They are enjoying all kinds of fun Fabel's during CKLA Knowledge!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Mrs. Shearer's artists at Cardinal Elementary were working to create "cool" and "hot" colored masterpieces! What a fun way to be creative!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Yesterday we tried lemons, made lemonade, and decorated, then ate, rainbow toast! 🍋🌈😋 It was a fun and busy day in preschool. Most friends really liked the lemons and lemonade! Only a few true “pucker” faces from the sour taste. 😄

2 months ago, Elizabeth Wawro

Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,

We had some technical difficulties sharing this week's addition of CWNK Cardinal Weekly News & Knows! (https://youtu.be/KcVv7fY6UPI?si=p06joPmMULiI0Piw) please visit this site as we welcome our first newscasters of the year, Fin Notz and Donald Carter. They will share what we have to look forward to this week at Cardinal Elementary!

Make it a great week!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Hello Cardinal Families,

We are excited to start another week at Cardinal Elementary and also share with you our first CWNK news report which highlights some of the amazing things happening at Cardinal Elementary.

Highlights Include:
- Learning the expectations and routines at Cardinal Elementary
- Knowledge learning at each grade level K-2
- Welcoming new staff to Cardinal Elementary
-Focus habit for September: Be Proactive Habit #1

Thank you for your support and please reach out to us at any time you have questions or concerns regarding your child's education.

Warm regards,
Sara Bennis

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Congratulations to our 2nd and 1st grade "Leaders of the Month" for September. These students were selected due to their excellent leadership skills and being amazing role models for others as they follow the expectations at Cardinal Elementary.

2nd Grade Leaders include: Oliver Munson, Alex Pirtle, Evelynn Hoffman, and Elena Robert

1st Grade Leaders include: Hudson Howard, Hudson Arensdorf, and Hazel Larson

We are so proud of you! Thanks for setting a good example for others to get the year started!

2 months ago, Sara Bennis

Meet our adorable therapy dogs, Mesa and Otis! They bring comfort and joy to everyone they meet! 🐶❤️

3 months ago, Sara Bennis