🌟 Shining Stars 🌟
Shoutout to Westin Kosydor for his kindness and helpful heart, Mrs. Redden for her thoughtful support, and Ms. Nina for her caring spirit. You make our school shine! 💫
Free Cooking Classes for Kids!
🌟 Shining Stars! 🌟
A big shoutout to Miguel Garcia, Mr. Marcel, and Ms. Fabi for their positivity, hard work, and dedication! Your support, kindness, and energy brighten our school every day.
Thank you for being amazing! 💫 #ShiningStars #TeamCobden
Mrs. Sheridan's Kindergarten class made Pig Puppets today!
🍎 Cobden District End-of-Year Reminders 🍎
Dear Families,
As we wrap up another fantastic school year, here are some important dates and reminders to help keep everyone on track during these busy final days:
📅 Week of May 26–30:
May 26 (Monday): No School – Memorial Day
May 27 (Tuesday):
Kids on the Run Practice | 3:00–4:30 PM
5th Grade Junior High Field Day
May 28 (Wednesday):
AR Field Trip
May 29 (Thursday):
No Kids on the Run Practice
Early Dismissal at 2:00 PM
Appleknocker Club will be available.
Pre-K Orientation 2025-26 | 5:00–6:00 PM
May 30 (Friday):
Elementary Fun Day!
Please send students with:
Clothes they can get wet or Swimsuit (worn underneath)
Towel
Change of clothes
Sunscreen
Early Dismissal at 2:00 PM
Appleknocker Club will be available.
🎉 Final Week:
June 2 (Monday): Students’ Last Day of School!
8th Grade Promotion | 9:00 AM
Kids on the Run 5K | Begins approx. 10:00 AM
(Students may be signed out after the race)
Report Cards Go Home
Early Dismissal at 2:00 PM
No Appleknocker Club
June 3 (Tuesday): Teacher Institute – No Student Attendance
☀️ Summer School:
Dates: June 9–27
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
🌱 Celebrating Our Farm to School Success! 🌽
We’re excited to share some wonderful news with our Cobden families! Nurse Holly has created an amazing presentation that highlights all the incredible progress our district has made this year through our Farm to School initiative.
Thanks to the passion and dedication of our staff, students, and community partners, we've grown more than just produce- we’ve grown opportunities for hands-on learning, healthier eating, and stronger connections to our local farmers.
Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm as we plant seeds for a healthier future!
Check out this link to see Nurse Holly's full presentation- https://drive.google.com/file/d/12797jksgS34B3iUvRS3DsEnHyroPk4oq/view?usp=sharing
PreK Orientation
Thursday, May 29th
5-6 PM
Cobden Elementary
Cobden Appleknocker Basketball Camp
Important Graduation Information
A Fond Farewell to Ms. Becca In Mrs. Jerrell’s Pre-K class
Students and staff recently said goodbye to Ms. Becca, a valued paraprofessional and student teacher. Ms. Becca has been an incredible part of our classroom community, bringing kindness, creativity, and a passion for early childhood education. We are proud to share that she recently graduated from Southern Illinois University with her bachelor’s degree in education. This fall, she will begin an exciting new chapter as a teacher in another school district. While we are sad to see her go, we are thrilled for the students who will benefit from her talents and dedication. Congratulations, Ms. Becca, on this important milestone! You will be truly missed, and we wish you all the best in your teaching journey.
Today our students enjoyed a lunch of Burritos, Chips & Salsa, Refried Beans, Fruit and Milk
Have you ever watched a butterfly take its first flight? Mrs.Jerrell’s Pre-K class had the joy of witnessing the magic of transformation during our butterfly study! From tiny caterpillars to chrysalises, and finally to beautiful butterflies—we observed it all. The children recently released 10 butterflies into the world, and it was a moment full of wonder and excitement. What a beautiful way to celebrate growth and connect with nature!
🌟 Shining Star Spotlight! 🌟
This week, we’re giving a huge shoutout to our amazing kitchen team — Mrs. Hall, Ms. Bridget, Ms. Valerie, Ms. Emilia , and Ms. Becka (not pictured)— for their dedication, teamwork, and the care they put into every meal served at our school. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or a special treat, they show up each day with smiles, heart, and a commitment to making sure every student is nourished and cared for.
We also want to recognize Lacy Plott, one of our outstanding students. Her responsibility, kindness, and positive attitude have not gone unnoticed!
Thank you to this incredible team for keeping our students fueled, supported, and loved. You truly are the heart of our school! ❤️🍎
#CobdenPride #ShiningStars #Teamwork #ThankYou
2025-2026 Cobden School Calendar
A heartfelt thank you to the Cobden PTO for treating our students and staff to the American Ice Cream Truck! Despite the weather’s attempt to rain on our parade, the students had a blast enjoying their sweet ice cream treats!
April AR - 25 Point Club Annika Middleton, Caroline Shelton, Aria Vega, Kyrie Cashion, Reagan Moore, Sofia Salas, Lainey Joyner, Waylon Tolson, Holden Hess, Amelia Anderson-Estes, Lacy Plott, Arthur Kaszubski, Meredith DeMarie, Lillie Taylor, Henley Rogers, Merritt LeFevre, Lane Bennett, Thai Matthews, Wilfred Matthews, Breesa Matus, Shawn Silliman and Lana VanDyke. 50 Point Club Gadsden Potts, Miguel Garcia, Angel Palmerin, Lukas Quertermous, Ian Olvera, Jett Sanders, Harper McDaniel, Savvy Isom, Walker Schilling, Marshall Jackson, Grayson Johnson, Katie Flick, Rhyker Knop and Chevy Moreland. 100 Point Club Loralei Miller, Wyatt Schilling, Fernando Salas, Ben Shelton, Addysyn Stroehlein, Crystal Amezquita, Evelynn Pearson, Macy Adamitis
🌟 Shining Stars of the Week! 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating Gordon Paulson for his positive attitude, consistent effort, and kindness toward his classmates. Way to lead by example, Gordon!
We’re also recognizing two amazing staff members: Ms. Monica and Ms. Olivia! Their teamwork, dedication, and care for students make a big difference every day. Thank you both for bringing such positive energy to our school!
Keep shining, everyone! 💫
Mrs. Middleton’s 2nd grade class said goodbye to their student teacher, Ms. Flores, this week. A proud Appleknocker, Ms. Flores attended Cobden for elementary, middle, and high school, graduating in 2021. It was a wonderful experience to have a former student return to the classroom—this time as a teacher. She will be deeply missed by the students. Best of luck on your next teaching adventure, Ms. Flores!
🌱 Cobden Farm-to-School Program Featured Statewide! 🌽🥕
We’re excited to share that Cobden Schools' Farm-to-School efforts were recently highlighted in the latest issue of Leadership Matters, a statewide publication from the Illinois Association of School Administrators!
The article shines a spotlight on the amazing work happening right in our school kitchens, from scratch-made meals to locally sourced ingredients. These efforts not only nourish our students but also support our local farmers and teach our children the value of fresh, healthy food.
👏 A big THANK YOU to our kitchen teams and Farm-to-School leaders for their continued dedication, even as we near the end of the school year. Your hard work is making a real difference in our students’ lives.
You can read the full article in Leadership Matters here:
#CobdenPride #FarmToSchool #HealthyKidsHealthyFutures #LeadershipMatters
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Series: May
