Green was everywhere today! Can't wait to see you all in your Christmas colors for the Holiday Sing Along tomorrow!
Cardinal Elementary had fun with the Grinch today!
Tomorrow is the day! Excited to share some holiday cheer with our Cardinal Elementary families! Happy Holidays!
Cardinal staff were rocking the socks right along with the students!
It was a "Rockin Sockin Monday" at Cardinal Elementary! Join us tomorrow for Grinch Day!
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
This week we are looking forward to our Holiday Sing! Please see the flyer for more information. You can also learn more from our newscasters on the CWNK (https://youtu.be/XnnyEzPB5cw) news report. If you would like to take your child home after the concert they will need to be picked up at Cardinal Elementary and signed out. This week we will also continue with holiday celebration days. Monday will be "Rockin Sockin Monday". Students are encouraged to wear fun Christmas socks.
Have a great week ahead!
Cardinal Elementary staff had fun hunting for snowflakes this week. Congratulations to our top snowflake hunters: Andrea Dostal, Vanessa Huffman, Amanda Knotts, and Jammie Schurbon.
Transitional Kindergarten got to learn more about how to make pizza with the help of our Opaa staff. Students learned how to make a pizza and got to enjoy a "personalized" pizza for lunch! 😊🍕
Cardinal Elementary had fun with our Ugly Sweaters to celebrate the season of kindness and caring. We encourage all students to join in the fun on "Rockin Sockin Monday". Have a great weekend!
Hello Maquoketa Elementary Families,
We encourage you to join us in some holiday fun with our "12 Days of Christmas" dress-up days with students which start tomorrow! Tomorrow day is "Color Day" Can't wait to see all the Red, Green, and White!
Thankful for the Crazy Turkeys in Ms. Liz's Preschool Class. ❤️🦃😊 We loved the Thanksgiving and Turkey activities leading up to break. Pumpkin muffins, the Pumpkin Pie song, The Turkey Song, One is a a Feast for Mouse, and all sorts of centers, crafts, and activities. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!!! 😁🍁🤎
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Please help us in celebrating the spirit of the holidays with some fun dress-up days throughout the month of December. Students are encouraged to participate in the "Twelve Days of Christmas" as we approach the holiday break. We also encourage you to join us on Dec. 11th for the Holiday Sing Along! Looking forward to seeing everyone back in the building on Monday, December 2!
As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for our incredible students and staff at Cardinal Elementary! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication make our school a special place. A huge thank you to our families and community sponsors who support and collaborate with us to provide the best learning experience for all our students. 🦃💛 Wishing you all a wonderful Thanksgiving break filled with joy and gratitude!
Hello Cardinal Families,
Here is the link to sign up for Toys for Tots:
https://jackson-county-ia.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.aspx?nPageID=0&nPreviewInd=0&nRedirectInd=3
November 28 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Join the Eagles Club and The Maquoketa Ministerial Association for a Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving day from 11 am – 1:00 pm.
Menu Includes: Roast Turkey & Ham, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Veggies, Salad, and Dessert.
Dine in an Curbside pickup will be available along with Deliveries to Shut-Ins Only. Shut-In Delivery will be at 11 am.
Call 652-6626 Tue-Sun after 3 pm for Meal reservations. Reservations will be accepted until November 20th
Today we celebrated our High Hopes and Count on Me Award winners for Habit 3: Put First Things First. High Hopes are those students working hard on their academics and working hard to accomplish their learning goals. Count on Me Awards go to those that you can always count on to be a good friend and is a role model for others as they follow the expectations at Cardinal. Congratulations to the following winners:
High Hopes Awards
Miles Robison - TK
Menine William - KG
Malaysia Stewart - KO
Amier Covington - KR
Julian Ward - 1B
Dallas Hensley - 1D
Donald Carter - 1G
Rebel Duve - 1T
Ava Flagel - 2B
Arizona Baker - 2D
Liam Borushaski - 2J
Jackson Bowling - 2B
Greyson Bradford - Hardin
Ms. Rhonda - Paraprofessional
Count on Me Award
Emma Richardson - TK
Anna Selman - KG
Gunnar Stoltenberg - KO
Ava Lux - KR
Maci Creger - 1B
Ember Cross - 1D
Natalie Collister - 1G
Norma Capelle - 1T
Leila Hayward - 2B
Liam True - 2D
Jetta Brundage - 2J
Jayden Lux - Fuerste
Mrs. Wright - Music Teacher
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
We are excited for another week of learning at Cardinal Elementary. Please view the CWNK news report (https://youtu.be/eh_XhD97tIA) to learn more about upcoming activities and events.
Highlights:
* Mark your calendars for Dec. 11th. On this day we will provide a Holiday Sing-A-Long for all K-2 students and families at the Maquoketa High School. This will take place from 9:30-10:30.
* Pick A Better Snack is a program from the Iowa State Extension Office. They will be coming monthly to share nutritional information with students.
* Reminders of the temperature changes and needs for students to bring outdoor apparel as needed (see weather temperature poster for more information).
Have a great week!
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Mrs. Brown’s class enjoyed a special visitor on Veteran’s Day! We learned about all of the important jobs all veterans do and Sgt. Gretchen Dryer read Twenty-One Steps. She also answered some great questions our first graders had.
Thank you Sgt. Gretchen Dryer and all veterans for your service! 🇺🇸♥️🤍💙🇺🇸
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. As we transition into the cooler months, I want to remind everyone that temperatures can fluctuate significantly. It’s important for students to dress appropriately for recess to ensure their comfort and well-being.
I’ve attached a poster outlining our expectations for recess attire. Please review it with your child to help them make the best choices for their outdoor time.
Thank you for your attention to this matter!
Warm regards,
Sara Bennis
Cardinal Elementary Principal
Hello Cardinal Elementary Families,
Today during the Leadership Assembly at Cardinal Elementary we celebrated our TK/K Leader of the Week and Staff Shout-Outs. Congratulations to our Cardinal Leaders!
Alan Chen does an excellent job of getting his work on time and listening during instructional times. School is very important to Alan and he enjoys learning. Keep up the great work Alan!
Bennett DeLarm comes to school every day ready to work. He tries hard even when it is something that he doesn't like to do. Bennett makes sure that he has his work done first before he plays. Keep up the hard work!!
Kai Welley does a great job getting his work done before going to reading and math centers.
Alex Watters is trying his best to be a leader in our classroom and set a good example for his peers. He knows what needs to be done and he gets right to it! Keep up the great work!
Nurse Carlie is the best! She prioritizes tasks and responsibilities, demonstrating exceptional time management and commitment to our students and team. She always ensures that the most important tasks are attended to first, while also inspiring others to do the same. Her ability to balance multiple priorities with grace and efficiency sets a fantastic example for our Cardinal students!
Ms. Jackie is new to our building but has jumped right in to help out where she is needed. She is proactive and likes to get things done before they need to be. She begins with the end in mind when she is working with her TK students and sets goals for them and then creates a plan to help them reach their goals. Thank you for coming to Cardinal Ms. Jackie!!
