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.