News and Announcements

"Although Erin upholds ALL the Cardinal priorities, she excels at building relationships among a huge pool of coworkers due to her amazing communication and respect for others. She keeps so many plates spinning that most people in the building aren't aware might stop spinning without her. She is a teacher, a friend, a role model, and at the same time a hero to her students and many of those who work with her. She helps admin organize the fine details of many aspects of special education planning that most don't see, which keeps student supports in place in the classrooms. There is pride in the successes she creates all around her, and for this reason, she should be so PROUD of herself, and we should celebrate her. She goes the extra mile-uphill both ways-and still finds time to support everyone around her along the way.

Our students, our staff, and our school are all better because of Erin."

Congratulations to Eli Rutten and Hannah Cole!

“Eli Rutten led our team with multiple 20 and 30 point performances this season. He was an example setter both on and off the basketball court this year. The boys basketball team finished as the section 8AA runners up this season and Eli was a huge part of that”

“Hannah has shown great leadership and commitment throughout this season. She showed up and worked hard in practice and gave it her all in every game. Hannah is a great example to all the younger athletes in the basketball program on what it is to be hard working and overall, a great teammate on and off the court. Hannah had earned the role of team captain because of her leadership and dedication to her team and the sport.”

Good Luck Cardinals!
 

The Staples-Motley Middle/High School is proud to announce our first annual Day of Caring on May 13, 2026.

This is a special event dedicated to teaching our students the importance of kindness, service, and giving back to the community. 

During the event, we will have approximately 700 students and adults participate in a variety of activities throughout both our Staples and Motley communities. These activities will include, but are not limited to: raking yards, clearing flowerbeds, washing windows, and other outdoor community needs, as well as making cards and blankets for nursing home residents.

Several music students will be competing at the Instrumental Solo/Ensemble Contest on April 1st in Verndale. This is an all day event.

Go Cardinals!