Maquoketa High School

Ms. Kay's and Mr. Hartman room went to the Happy Joes pizza party today and had a great time!

Mark your calendar for December 16th and support BPA and HOSA at our annual soup supper fundraiser!

As we enter the winter season, we want to remind families that our general threshold for canceling school due to cold is when wind chill temperatures fall between -25 to -30°F. At those levels, the National Weather Service typically issues a Wind Chill Warning.

Looking ahead to tomorrow morning, temperatures are forecasted to be around -14°F at 6:00 a.m. , so we do not anticipate any delays or cancellations at this time.

Students typically remain indoors for recess when temperatures are below 0°F, but we still ask that all students come to school dressed warmly, especially those riding the bus. Having proper winter gear is important in case of any unforeseen delays.

Thank you for your continued patience and support as we navigate this early start to winter!

Superintendent Notz

Accounting students are practicing what they have learned about the general ledger and journal entries by playing Monopoly in class, and recording transactions as they go!

Are you looking for a polo, sweatshirt, t-shirt, or hat to support your Maquoketa Cardinals? Look no further because this webstore from Adcraft can help you find the perfect gift this holiday season for your student or your family. We have the embroidered cardinal design on hats, polos, and sweatpants. We have a Maquoketa Cardinal design on t-shirts, sweatshirts, and tie-dye clothing to wear for any sporting event or fine arts event.

So take a quick peek at our Adcraft Webstore and support your Maquoketa High School National Honor Society. This store opens today and ends on November 30. The estimated shipping date is December 16. These items will make the perfect gift for your holiday season!!

Website for Adcraft Webstore: https://adcraftwebstores.com/mnhsy25/

Ms. Kay's class made Thankful Turkeys to help tie into the Aim lesson.

Earth Science students are learning about the patterns between and among properties of stars by constructing an HR Diagram.

Congratulations to the seniors for winning Ironman Volleyball on Tuesday, November 4.
Thank you to everyone who participated!

The student senate sponsored food drive will begin on Monday, November 17 and last until Friday, November 21. We are asking for non-expired canned goods and boxed food that will be donated for the high school backpack program to be brought to Mrs. Raker's classroom (113). This will be a GST competition.

Volleyball players had their year-end banquet last night. Congratulations to our senior captains as well as our three all conference award winners!

High School Counseling Newsletter

Mrs. Manthei and students attended the BPA Fall Leadership Conference the last 2 days in Des Moines. Students attended break out sessions, networked with other students, participated in service learning activities, visited with reps at the college fair and participated in the JA 60 in 60 challenge, where the Maquoketa team placed in the top 10 and presented their pitch to the whole group!! This was a great kick off to get energized for state competition in February!!

HOSA members sponsored their fall blood drive today at the high school.

Health Science students spent some time learning about diseases/disorders of the integumentary, skeletal and muscular system. Students created posters to display their research.

Having fun on Halloween! We have the Lorax, Russel, the house and dog from up!

HOSA students are roughing out the rain to participate in Trunk or Treat at Jackson Ridge

Tomorrow is the day! There is still time to sign up for the HOSA blood drive!

Ainsley Munson, MIA Reicks, and Sam Kress successfully auditioned to participate in the 2025 Iowa All-State Music Festival. Ainsley and Mia will play in the band and Sam will play in the Orchestra. Congratulations All-State musicians!

Congratulations to Chloe Leon and Daniel Hagen on being accepted inot the 2025 All-State Chorus. This is Chloe's 3rd year as an all-stater and this is Daniel's first year to be accepted! Way to go!
Special recognition goes to Avelyn Smith who was recalled as an alto.
Great job to all our auditioners this year! We're proud of you and the hard work you put into the process.

Intro to Health Career students had two more opportunities to hear from local healthcare professionals about their careers and answer any questions the students had. A big thank you to Kayla Hopson and Dr. Brent Pauls for taking their time to come spend a class with us!