Briggs Elementary Arrival & Dismissal Information
Briggs families, please review the updated arrival and dismissal information below as we continue to navigate construction around the building. Thank you in advance for your patience, flexibility, and attention to these safety procedures.
**Bus & Shuttle Information**
* Students riding the shuttle bus to the Briggs area will remain on the bus and will be taken to the old hospital parking lot across from Hospice near 611 W. Quarry Street.
* Students will not get off the bus at Briggs.
* Parents picking up students who ride the shuttle should meet them at the old hospital parking lot.
* Briggs students who need to meet siblings at the old hospital parking lot may either walk the approximately block-and-a-half distance or ride the shuttle bus to that location.
**Parent Drop-Off & Pick-Up**
* Families dropping off or picking up students at Briggs should use Short Street or Apple Street.
* Please do not use Fifth Street in front of the school entrance for drop-off or pick-up.
* Fifth Street will be reserved as the bus zone from 7:40–8:10 a.m. and 3:00–3:30 p.m.
Please continue to follow all posted traffic signs, construction barriers, and staff directions, and allow a little extra time as everyone becomes familiar with the new routines.
Thank you for helping us keep arrival and dismissal safe and organized for all students. We appreciate your partnership and flexibility during construction!
*See the map images for visuals if needed.
The Maquoketa High School Graduation Ceremony will be held as regularly scheduled on Friday, May 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the Maquoketa High School Main Gymnasium. We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our graduates alongside their families, friends, staff, and community members.
Please help us welcome them back to Maquoketa High School tonight at approximately 8:45 PM as we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our student-athletes.
Let’s line up at the High School and show our Cardinal pride! ❤️🖤🏃
All of our students across the district have put in tremendous efforts for these performances and would love to share their hard work with you!
Thank you for your continued support!
- MCSD Music Team
Please see the attached flyer for concert details.
Due to the potential for severe storms this afternoon, we will implement a 12:30 early out dismissal today (one hour earlier than our normal Friday dismissal schedule) to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Based on information from the National Weather Service, there is concern that storms may impact our area this afternoon. Our goal is to ensure that students and staff are safe and not in transit during any severe weather.
Today’s dismissal will be one hour earlier than our typical Friday early out schedule. For example, if your student is picked up at 1:10 PM on Fridays, today their pick-up time will be 12:10 PM. If they are normally dropped off by the bus at 2:00 they will be dropped off at 1:00.
There will be no after school practices or activities today, Friday, April 17th.
We recognize that the exact timing of storms can be unpredictable; however, we always strive to err on the side of caution when it comes to the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, and continued support in helping us prioritize the care and safety of our school community.
Sincerely,
Tara Notz
Superintendent
Maquoketa Community School District
Spring Pictures for the middle school are this Friday, March 20th!
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5th grade students are learning about the Renaissance artists. Recently we focused on Michelangelo and his painting of the Sistine Chapel. We tried our own "paintings" as well.
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 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.
These 5th/6th graders had a lot of fun learning, singing, and performing at the SEICDA honor choir earlier this month! Great job everyone!
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
