April Menu
Social Emotional Learning Series: April
Congratulations to the 5th and 6th grade team that won 2nd place in the regional Brain Games competition yesterday at Rend Lake College!
Please come support the Jr High Golf Team Monday, March 31st @ Pizza Villa!
Thursday, April 3rd
Pay $1 to wear a hat! All donations will be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
St. Jude Math-a-thon
🌟 Shining Star Spotlight! 🌟
We are so proud to recognize Xane Reh and Mrs. Uribe as this week’s Shining Stars!
✨ Xane consistently shows leadership and kindness, always going out of his way to help others and set a positive example.
✨ Mrs. Uribe brings energy and heart to everything she does! Her dedication to our students and her creative lessons make learning fun and meaningful every day.
Thank you both for shining bright and making our school a better place! 💫
This is a reminder for parents of current Kindergarten and PreK students. On April 11th we are holding 2025-26 Kindergarten Screenings. There will be NO SCHOOL for current Kindergarten and PreK students on this day.
Wednesday, March 26th, Jr. High Golf will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts starting at 7:30am until 8 am for $1.50 a piece at the Elementary and High School buildings.
If your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade student is interested in participating in Kids on the Run, please turn in registration forms by March 28th!
Reminder- No Bible Club for the remainder of the school year
PTO sponsored Spring Dance March 28, 2025 from 6p-8p in the small gym!
2025-2026 Kindergarten Screening
Cobden Elementary will be holding kindergarten screenings on April, 11th. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, in order to attend. If you have a child who is eligible to attend kindergarten next year, please call 618-893-2311 to schedule a screening appointment. Please bring your child, a certified birth certificate, and two proofs of residency to the screening.
Items are still in stock and available in the high school!
Mark your calendars!
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Jr./Sr. High Band at Applerockers on Friday, March 21st, at 6 PM! Enjoy live music, delicious food, exciting raffle baskets, and plenty of fun. Don’t miss out on a night to remember—see you there!
Menu update:
We will be having the Pork fritter, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, and fruit tomorrow.
On Thursday we will have Chicken spinach wg alfredo bake, wg breadstick, and fruit.
🌟 Shining Star Spotlight! 🌟
We are proud to celebrate Esther Williams and Mrs. Flamm as this week’s Shining Stars!
✨ Esther’s kindness, positivity, and willingness to help make a difference every day.
✨ Mrs. Flamm’s dedication, creativity, and care create a welcoming and inspiring classroom for all students.
Thank you both for shining so bright! 🌟
#ShiningStars #TeamCobden #MakingADifference
Today, Thursday, March 6th- Last day for 1st and 2nd grade after-school tutoring.
Tomorrow, Friday, March 7th- 2:00 Dismissal & No Appleknocker Club available
March 10th-14th- Spring Break
March 17th- Students return and Illinois state testing begins for 3-5th graders
*3rd-5th graders will participate in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) and 5th graders will also participate in ISA (Illinois Science Assessment) as well.
Cobden PreK Child Find
Date: April 25, 2025
Place: Cobden Elementary School
413 N Appleknocker Dr
Cobden IL 62920
Please bring a certified copy of your child's birth certificate. All necessary health information will be provided by the nurse screening day.
By appointment only, please call618-893-2311 to schedule
Reminders for Parents:
CHILD MUST BE 3 BY 4/25
Must bring child to screening
Need a copy of certified birth certificate
Proof of Income
