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Cardinal iJAG students reading to elementary students in the hallway.

posted December 23, 2023

Thank Yous

big thank you to Mrs. Whitehall, Mrs. Ellington, Ms. Conway and Mrs. Johnston who invited the iJAG students into their classrooms to read with their elementary students during the last part of November. Another big thank you to the elementary teachers and staff for allowing the iJAG students to come over and assist kids shopping in the Penguin Patch.

Cardinal CSD iJAG seniors at the JobCorp Campus in Ottumwa.JobCorp Campus Tour

On December 3, the iJAG seniors had the opportunity to tour the JobCorp Campus in Ottumwa. They were given the opportunity to speak with some current students, tour the different trade program classrooms and speak with the instructors.

Student Spotlights

Hannah Hager

Hannah has been in iJAG since last year. She will be graduating at the end of this semester, and I could not be more proud of her! It has been such a joy to watch Hannah grow into a strong, determined, independent and goal-driven young woman. Congrats on your graduation, Hannah!

Cardinal iJAG student Hannah Hager looking out on a walkway.10 Things About Hannah

  1. My favorite food is steak tacos.
  2. I hate getting up in the morning for school.
  3. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.
  4. I hate working but it's worth it when I get paid.
  5. I used to play many sports... I miss it.
  6. I love online shopping.
  7. I like to watch basketball.
  8. I like to stay organized.
  9. Driving around is one of my favorite things to do... when gas was cheap.
  10. cannot wait to graduate.

Hannah's Goals After High School

After high school, I plan to continue working and saving. While doing this, I plan to live my life to the fullest and see where life takes me. 

Hannah's Current Career Interest Goal

Work, make money.

Hunter Sertterh

Cardinal iJAG student Hunter Sertterh reading to an elementary student.

Hunter is such an amazing young man. He made this little guy's day (see photo above) by agreeing to be his reading buddy! I am so proud of this kid for getting out of his comfort zone and reading with the elementary students.

From our first interaction with the staff at Cardinal schools, we felt at home. The entire staff is amazing and we feel that we have a trusted partner in our children’s education. The greatest testament to their success is that our kids love going to school. There is nothing more welcoming as a parent than to have a school that you trust to take care of the most precious thing in your life. Cardinal School District does just that.
Ellis and Barbara Codjoe · Cardinal Parents
Cardinal School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age (for employment), socioeconomic status (for programs), religion, disability, creed, national origin, marital status (for programs), sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity in its educational programs and employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Cindy Green.

The Cardinal Community School District offers career and technical  programs in the following service areas:
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Health Science
Human Services
Business, Finance, Marketing, and Management

Cindy Green - cindy.green@cardinalcomet.com
Middle School Principal/Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Equity Coordinator
4045 Ashland Rd.
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531

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