Welcome to the Aquin Catholic Elementary School Website

Aquin Catholic Elementary School is an early childhood through eighth grade Catholic School program within the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Aquin system also includes a daycare, preschool, latch key, and elementary and high school religious education program.

Aquin is conveniently located off of the four-lane Highway 151, which is 25 minutes southwest of Dubuque, Iowa, and 40 minutes northeast of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Aquin is located in the city of Cascade and sits directly on the Dubuque and Jones County lines.

During the 2008-2009 school year, Aquin completed a building project which includes: new grades three to eight classrooms, a new preschool room, technology lab, library, music room, office and chapel. This new facility also provides for handicapped accessibility and has very secure entrances and exits.

Interested families are encouraged to take a tour of our new facilities or call our office at 563-852-3331.

Aquin Mission Statement The Aquin System believes in education that is Christ centered and innovative, based on faith, integrity, and truth. The Aquin System believes in commitment to individuals and community, Christian values, and family life. The Aquin System educators in cooperation with its parish communities are committed to providing each individual with knowledge and skills to prepare them for lifelong service to church, community , and the global world.

Special Recognition

Congratulations to the Junior High Math Team! On April 3rd they won the 2nd place team trophy at the Wahlert Math Contest. Honorable Mention goes to: Brianna, Austin, Libby, and Corey.  Additional members of the team include: Hailey, Jenna, Molly, Kelsey, Kaleb, Reilly, Riley, Ben, Jake, and Dane.

Girls Track First place finishers include:

Megan, Maggie, Brianna, Molly, Bridget, Allison, and Carlyn