
December 2, 2024
Cardinal Elementary hosted a Fall Bingo Night on November 7th. It was wonderful to welcome nearly one hundred students and families as we enjoyed soups, desserts, and fun fall act...

October 29, 2024
We are proud to announce a significant achievement this school year: unexcused absences have decreased by an impressive 26.7% compared to the same time last year! This improvemen...

October 23, 2024
Dear Maquoketa CSD Families, Last school year the Calendar Committee along with input from all staff, created a virtual learning plan to use for inclement weather days. This yea...

October 22, 2024
The Maquoketa Community School District is pleased to announce it has been awarded two significant grants aimed at enhancing the safety and security of its facilities. The distric...
October 21, 2024
Family & Community Action Team: Quest

October 2, 2024
In an effort to bolster literacy among students, Cardinal is implementing two distinct intervention programs aimed at addressing varying levels of reading needs: Tier 2 Interventi...

September 24, 2024
Briggs Elementary Principal Newsletter: September

September 22, 2024
We are excited to announce the launch of the iJAG (Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates) program at Maquoketa High School! This innovative initiative is designed to support students...

September 17, 2024
Dear MCSD Families, I want to take a moment to address the many questions we’ve received regarding the new chronic absenteeism legislation, Senate File 2435, recently passed in I...
September 8, 2024
Maquoketa CSD Families, On Friday, September 6, a threatening statement was made on one of our after-school bus routes. All families who have students that ride this bus route ha...

September 4, 2024
Attention Cardinal Elementary Families and Friends! We hope this message finds you well. We wanted to take a moment to share information about our Leader in Me program at Cardin...

August 29, 2024
Dear Maquoketa Families As we approach the home football games this season, we want to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending. To achieve this goal, I want...
August 23, 2024
This morning, Maquoketa Community School District High School administrators held a Zoom meeting with the entire student body to review the new Iowa Attendance Legislation and hig...

August 22, 2024
Maquoketa CSD Families, We are so excited to have students back in our buildings tomorrow for the 1st Day of School! Here are the in-town bus pick-up and drop-off times . Please...

August 19, 2024
Dear Maquoketa CSD Families, I hope this message finds you well. As the Superintendent of Maquoketa Community School District, I want to take a moment to inform you about the new...

August 13, 2024
Dear Maquoketa Families, As we gear up for the new school year, I am filled with excitement and energy about the journey ahead. This year, our theme is "One Cardinal Community."...

August 1, 2024
Online registration is open and available for parents to complete via their Infinite Campus parent portal. In person registration is being held on August 1, 2024 at the High Sc...

July 8, 2024
The Maquoketa Community School District invites all community members to an open work session and public comment period scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 9th, from 5:30-7:00 P...

July 8, 2024
Our food bag pick-up was a huge success! If you'd like to help with assembling food bags and keep our distribution lines moving faster, here’s your chance! Volunteer Opportunit...