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May 2025

Needing a Job this summer?

Start June 2nd, End August 15th

Monday-Thursday: 6:00 AM-4:00 PM


Must be 16 Years Old

Hiring mid-May


Applications are in the high school office, or apply through our website. Questions can be directed to Craig Wilson.

.......From the desk of Mr. Besler.......

6th Grade ELA has had a busy month of April and we are looking forward to a great finish to the school year! We just finished reading and discussing the book, Two Roads, by Joseph Bruchac, which is a study of the life of a Native American boy who was forced to endure “Indian Schools” in 1932 Oklahoma. The kids learned a lot of history through this book study, while engaging in a lot of great discussions with each other. Along with the novel study, the students are continuing to spend time free reading with books of their own choice, completing activities and projects as they go. This was also an exciting month, because the students have been reaping the rewards of their Coin War winnings, earned during the Book Fair. Along with the rewards that were earned, we also received the books we purchased with the money. It’s been a great year in ELA, and we are looking forward to an amazing month of May. WHAMMY!!!

.......From the desk of Mrs. Devore.......

Mrs. DeVore's English 1 Classes Work on a Classic Play and Speaking Skills

Reading a Shakespearean play can be a daunting task for many individuals. However, Shakespeare’s influence is woven into our everyday culture. Perhaps you’ve been in a pickle during a difficult situation or been on a wild goose chase. You can thank Shakespeare for these phrases and so many more. This quarter, we have been reading Romeo and Juliet, which has influenced West Side Story and Gnomeo and Juliet. To show an understanding of Act 2 and work on analyzing a main character in this play, students choose to write and perform a spoken word poem, a light roast of a character, a breaking news story, an acceptance speech, a love song, online advice, the Friar’s message during the wedding, or a parody of the balcony scene. Speaking in front of others is a necessary and invaluable skill that we work on each quarter. Once we are finished with Romeo and Juliet at the beginning of May, we will be discussing persuasion, which leads us into writing and delivering a Shark Tank presentation.

.......news from the drama department .......

On Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3, at 7 p.m., two questions arise: Who killed J. Leslie Arlington? And why are the six possible suspects hesitant to share their alibis?

  This play stands out since various playwrights were brought together by Playscripts to “find the comedy in crime.” The Alibis was written as a build-your-own mystery, allowing schools to choose which scenes to include to form this mystery. At MV, audiences will experience six scenes, bookended by a prologue and epilogue, with interludes in between.

  Moments before eccentric billionaire J. Leslie Arlington’s 75th birthday party is to begin, Detective Casey Neptune receives the call to investigate the murder. With the help of Warwick, Casey interrogates six of J. Leslie’s family members and friends: Clyde Bartlett, Davina Arlington, Quinn, Titus Arlington-Texas, Sparky Randall, and Edmund Ridinghorn III. Each one spins an alibi that’s not only suspicious but also a crime of its own. Along the way, a multitude of quirky characters and situations add to the chaos and hilarity.

  Will Detective Casey Neptune solve this mystery? What embarrassing secrets are the suspects hiding? Join us on a hilarious journey of laughs, twists, and totally unexpected confessions. Don’t miss MV’s spring play! Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the door or in advance at the high school office beginning April 24.

.......School supplies for next fall .......

Click here to find our 2025/2026 School Supply List

.......community news to know.......

........2024 Legislative Update: Special Minor's Restricted License........

.......Food Service Need to Know.......

Check your current lunch account balance: Log into your online account or call/email Morgan Nefzger to get your current lunch account balance. You can make deposits at any time.


Free/Reduced Applications: These forms must be filled out as soon as possible so we have enough time to process your application and correct your registration fees. Free/Reduced applications can be found online, or there are copies in the Delhi Middle School/Elementary Office. These forms can be filled out at any time throughout the school year.


Breakfast Options: Aside from the assigned Breakfast Entree, kids could also choose: Cereal, Yogurt with a muffin, or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.


Salad Bar: This year, there will be a salad bar offered to 7th-12th grade students and all adult employees Tuesday-Friday. The salad bar will be an alternate meal choice. You will not be able to get the salad bar in addition to the main meal being offered. The salad bar will be located in the High School cafeteria area.


Potato Bar: This year, there will be a potato bar offered to 7th-12th grade students and all adult employees every Monday.


Snack Items: Students in Junior Kindergarten-Fourth Grade have the option of taking a snack item each day. Depending on the week Junior Kindergarten-second grade will have the option of cheese stick, goldfish crackers, single serve honey nut cheerios, nature valley oats and honey granola bar, teddy grahams, or single serve kix Cereal. Third-fourth grade can choose between a granola bar or a cheese stick. Regardless if you qualify for Free/Reduced benefits, you will still be charged the full $0.40 per snack item. Snack items are charged to your account every Friday for the entire week.


Meal Pricing for the 24/25 school year:

Student breakfast: $1.85

Earlville & Johnston & Delhi Elementary Student Lunch: $2.55

Middle School & High School Student Lunch $2.80

Snack Item: $0.40

Extra Entree: $2.00

Extra Milk: $0.65

Extra Juice: $0.70

Guest Student Lunch: $2.80

Guest Adult Lunch: $4.70


Charging on negative Accounts: Be sure to watch your lunch account balance. If your family lunch account reaches an amount of Negative $50.00 or more, students will be given an alternate meal until the account balance is improved. An alternate meal due to low account balance will still be a full meal however the entree will be a deli sandwich with and no additional seconds or ala carte items. Starting on September 3rd invoices will be sent out to families with negative balances and your student(s) will receive a deli sandwich until your account has been replenished. Invoices will be sent out every Tuesday via email.


Alternate main course meal option: This year, we will have an alternate main course substitute at each meal. This substitutes will consist of, a deli sandwich, or a bento box. Students may choose this instead of the main course any given day.


How and where to deposit lunch money: You can always send lunch money with your students to turn in to the secretary at their building, or you can go online and make deposits into your account.


Link to useful forms:

Food Service Information

Free & Reduced Meal Program Information

RevTrak Online Payments

Total Access Lunch

August Lunch Menu

Non-Discrimination Statement



If you have any questions pertaining to the Free and Reduced Meals, you can contact Morgan Nefzger at morgannefzger@maquoketa-v.k12.ia.us


Maquoketa Valley Activity Calendar


This can be found on the website. Please check that for all activities.

Cancellations will be updated on the Maquoketa Valley Website.



New Text Alert System


We have a new alert system called SchoolMessenger. In order to receive text and email alerts, registration for the 2024-2025 school year must be completed online in PowerSchool. The difference you will notice when you log in as a parent is that the previous student information is not visible. Therefore, registration is imperative for successful communication between school and parents. Reminder - only two contacts will receive texts and emails - those with “mother” and “father” relationship status. When entering cell phone numbers, please designate it as a “mobile” phone. An opt in text message will be sent before the first day of school to parents to opt in to receiving these alerts. 


If the information in PowerSchool is not accurate, you will not receive these alerts.


Contact call Sarah Lown if you have questions, 563-922-2091

Maquoketa Valley 2024-2025 School Calendar

ANNUAL NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

(Board Policy 102.E2)

It is the policy of the Maquoketa Valley Community Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, religion in its programs, activities, or physical or mental disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students are educated in programs that foster knowledge of, and respect and appreciation for, the historical and contemporary contributions of diverse cultural groups, as well as men and women, to society. Students who feel they have been discriminated against are encouraged to report it to the school district Equity Coordinator. The Equity Coordinator is Kim Huckstadt and can be reached at (563) 922-2091. Inquiries may also be directed in writing to Kim Huckstadt, Maquoketa Valley Community Schools, P.O. Box 186, Delhi, Iowa 52223, (563) 922-9411. 


To view additional Board Policy Information, please use the link below.

Board Policy Information

2024-2025 Forms

2024-2025 Backpack Program Form


2024-2025 Maquoketa Valley Athletic forms


2024-2025 Wildcat Athletic Pass


2024-2025 Athletic Booster Memberships



Objection to instruction and library materials


Regular Board Meeting

April Board Meeting Minutes - Held April 23, 2025

Lunch Menu

May Lunch & Breakfast Menu

Maquoketa Valley Community School District 

Ensures High Levels of Learning to Empower All Students For Lifelong Success.