Cobden Unit School District

Vacancy notice

​Hello Appleknocker fans! As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to say 'Thank you' one more time to last year's sponsors! These local businesses' donations helped purchase uniforms, pay officials, and provide our student athletes with so many opportunities! We appreciate all they do for our community.

Taylor, Dodd, and Wood Insurance
Dodd Architects
Gurley Heating and Cooling
Starview Vineyards
Flamm's Heating and Cooling
Penninger Asphalt and Paving
Josh Jackson Construction
Anna Jonesboro National Bank
ET Simonds
Farmers State Bank of Alto Pass
Don Taco of Carbondale
McCann Heating and Cooling

We are seeking more local business owners interested in sponsoring our athletic program again. You can do this by completing the attached form for the 2025-2026 year. Advertising will run August 2025-July 2026. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Mindy - mgoodman@cusd17.com


https://www.jotform.com/form/240803989231157

🎒 Cobden School District Student Registration Coming Soon! 🎒 We’re excited to welcome all Cobden families for the upcoming school year! ✅ Online Registration will open on July 21 for all families. We’ll share the link right here once it’s live! ✅ Prefer to register in person? Our school offices will be open August 4-8, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 📄 New families are encouraged to register in person so we can help you gather any necessary paperwork and answer your questions. We look forward to seeing everyone soon and kicking off another great year at Cobden!

🌟 Celebrating Our Cobden PreK Team! 🌟 We are proud to share that our Cobden PreK program has earned Gold recognition during our recent state monitoring visit! ⭐️🏅 This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication, passion, and hard work of our incredible PreK team: Mrs. Stacy Jerrell (Teacher) Mrs. Sarah Raganyi (Teacher) Mrs. Becca Wright (Aide) Mrs. Monica Godinez (Aide) Our teachers and aides spent many hours preparing for this visit to ensure our program would shine - and it did! The Gold rating represents the highest level of quality in early childhood education in Illinois, and it is a testament to the caring, engaging, and supportive environment they create for our youngest learners every day. Please join us in congratulating this amazing team! 🎉💛

Programa de Almuerzos de Verano, del 9 al 27 de junio, de lunes a viernes, de 11:30 a 12:30. ¡Evento comunitario gratuito! Estudiantes y familias bienvenidos. Entre por la puerta trasera de la cafetería de la primaria, a la vuelta de la esquina del banco de alimentos.

Kids on the Run 5K June 2, 2025

Perfect Attendance 2024-2025 School Year Kreah Baugher, Damian Zamora, Aurora Olvera, Crystal Amezquita, Alyna Calderon, Addysyn Stroehlein and Caleb Jerrel ( not pictured Esther Williams)

Mr. Clutt's brought Bluey around to the classrooms. Mrs. Genung's Kindergarten class enjoyed the sweet surprise.

Mrs. Lyerla's class celebrated the end of the year with a luau themed party! Summer break here we come!

🌟 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