Notre Dame Catholic School - Cresco, IA

09/11/2026

Mrs. Slifka's class has settled right back into the rhythm of the new school year! Between math, recess, library time, a visit from Fr. Seda, and everything in between, they've gotten right to work on the serious business of being a second grader... and the silly parts, too! 😆

09/10/2026

The GRAND PRIZE in this year's Notre Dame Catholic School Fair Day is BIG! 🇺🇸

As we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday all year long in 2026, this prize package will remind you of the great country we live in. You’ll get $600 worth of goodies!!!!

Here’s what you’ll get if your name is drawn, so be sure to get your raffle tickets today!!

-LP Firepit for your Front Porch or Backyard (41” W x 25.3” H) Rectangle Propane Fire Pit with Removable Lid and Lava Rocks – perfect for cooking your smores!
-2 Lawn Chairs (one blue and one American flag design)
-Cozy Jumbo Yarn Knit USA Blanket (made by Notre Dame Alumni Kenzie Moellers)
-2 Tiki Torches (USA)
-20 pounds of Locally Raised Hamburger (Frozen Upon Pick-Up) (Donated by Kenny & Debbie Moellers)
-All the Fixings for a Hamburger Grill-Out in your Backyard! (BBQ Chips, All-American Burger Chips, Pickles, Ketchup, Mustard, Grilling Baked Beans, Burger Seasoning)
-Homemade Apple Pie (made by Notre Dame Alumni Kenzie Moellers)
-Red, White and Blue table settings (plates, napkins, table cloth & BBQ towel)
-USA water bottles, cups & Rocket Pop Sunny D
-Smores Supplies & Cooking Stick
-American Flag Pickle Ball Set (Donated by David and Patti Drtina)
-2 Decks of Cards for Family Time

Thanks to those that supported donating items and monetary funds to make this possible. We live in the best community! ❤

09/10/2026

𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺!

Are you...
▪ Responsible and reliable?
▪ Someone who enjoys being around kids and having fun?
▪ Looking for a job that doesn't require weekends OR summers?

If so, we'd love to chat with you about our After School Program Coordinator role!

This role would be perfect for a high school or college student looking for a part-time after-school job; it could also be an option for a retiree or anyone with a flexible daytime schedule who wants steady part-time hours without weekend work.

Find more information on our website:
https://www.ndcresco.school/about/careers

⭐ Share with anyone who you think might be a good fit for Notre Dame's Kids Club!

09/09/2026

During last week's school Mass, each of our 5th grade students received an individual Bible. These Bibles will be an important part of their faith journey - not only throughout this school year, but also in the years ahead as they continue their religious education and grow in their relationship with God. ✝

09/07/2026

Are you a baker or have an abundance of produce from this year's garden? We're looking for donations for our Notre Dame Catholic School Fair Day Cake Walk and Farmer's Market!

Baked goods, produce and other homemade / homegrown items (honey, jams, eggs, etc) for the Farmer's Market can be dropped off Saturday, September 12 at school any time after 3:00 PM.

09/05/2026

Today is the Feast Day of Mother Teresa, who reminds us not to look for big things but to do small things with great love. In little acts of kindness we meet Christ in the poor.

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

The Fair Day raffle prizes are great this year! Tons of prizes up for grabs - choose the prize bucket(s) you want each of your tickets to go into!

10 PRIZES - including RaiseRight gift cards, CASH, gift baskets, a homemade quilt, and more!

GRAND PRIZE - America’s 250 Backyard BBQ Basket, full of everything you need for a grill out in the backyard with friends and family! 🇺🇸

CY-HAWK CHALLENGE - Are you rooting for the Iowa Hawkeyes or Iowa State Cyclones during this year's Cy-Hawk football game on September 11th? Grab a ticket and enter for your team's raffle - let's see which team wins! 🏈

🎟$1.00 per ticket
🎟 1 sheet (15 tickets) for $15
🎟 2 sheets (30 tickets) for $25
🎟 3 sheets (45 tickets) for $40

Get your Fair Day raffle tickets from a Notre Dame family, the parish or school office, at the back of Notre Dame church, or during Fair Day up until 6:30 PM!

09/03/2026

All are welcome to join us each Thursday at 9:00 AM as we celebrate our Catholic faith together - we hope to see you tomorrow morning!