Cobden Elementary

The State of Illinois requires all kindergarteners, 6th and 9th graders to have a school physical and proof of immunizations. New Pre-K students are also required to have a physical.

Kindergarteners need a dental and vision exam.
2nd graders, 6th and 9th graders need a dental exam.
Eye exams are due by October 15, 2026 and dental exams are due May 15, 2027.

If you are a family that will be new to the district from out of state your student will also be required to have an Illinois physical and vaccine record on file.

PLEASE REMEMBER: Sports physicals are NOT school physicals. All school physicals must be on the form below. However, your doctor may put a sports physical on a school physical form!

There are new rules for lead testing and screening starting this year. All students will be required to have a lead test or a lead screening form on file with the school. Illinois medical providers have been notified of changes.

Forms you will need:

https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/files/forms/child-health-exam-form-revised-01-31-2024.pdf

https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/forms/topics-services/prevention-wellness/oral-health/proof-school-dental-exam-042026.pdf

https://www.idph.state.il.us/HealthWellness/EyeExamReport.pdf
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🍎 Appleknocker Club Registration is Now Open for 2026–2027! https://forms.gle/KGUNtRAmcfLE9z9k9

Appleknocker Club provides after-school care for Cobden students in Kindergarten through 5th grade on school days until 6:00 p.m.

To enroll, families must complete one registration form per child and submit the $10 registration fee before their child may attend. https://forms.gle/KGUNtRAmcfLE9z9k9

Please note:
• Cost is $4 per hour, per student
• Students with an outstanding balance of $40 or more or who are picked up after 6:00 p.m. will not be eligible to participate.

Students enjoy a nutritious snack, homework time, outdoor play (weather permitting), and other fun activities.

Join us for our Back to School Open House! Tuesday, August 11th-Cobden JH/HS 5-6 PM; Cobden Elementary 6-7 PM

New Students New to our district? We're excited to welcome you! Click the link below to register your student for the upcoming school year. If you have questions, please contact our school offices for assistance at 618-893-2311 (Elementary) or 618-893-4031 (Jr High/ High School) . https://www.teacherease.com/NewFamilyRegistration.aspx?refid=84fef7b5-39fb-4f46-b421-cf7b08e48daa

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📚 Online Registration Opens Next Week! 📚 It’s almost time to get ready for the new school year! Online registration for the 2026–2027 school year opens Monday, July 20 through TeacherEase. If you prefer to register in person or need assistance with the online process, our school office will be open the first week of August from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Staff will be happy to help, and you may also bring any required paperwork with you at that time. We look forward to welcoming our students back soon! 🍎

School supply lists are available for families who choose to purchase their child’s supplies on their own. While many families have taken advantage of our prepackaged school supply option, you’re welcome to shop using the attached grade-level supply lists. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d0X3cEj8gqegmUf9HoahJyUPTmiUKyXv/view?usp=drivesdk Thank you for helping your child start the school year prepared and ready to learn!

As you're checking off your back-to-school to-do list, don't forget about your student’s health requirements! Illinois School Health Requirements Preschool – Physical exam & required immunizations Kindergarten – Physical exam, required immunizations, dental exam, and vision exam 2nd Grade – Dental exam 6th Grade – Physical exam, required immunizations, and dental exam 9th Grade – Physical exam & required immunizations 12th Grade – Proof of the second dose of the Meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine Student Athletes – A current physical is required to participate in school sports. If your child has: Daily or emergency medications Food allergies Asthma Diabetes Seizures or another medical condition requiring care at school Please contact the school nurse (shelbi.smith@cusd17.com) before the first day of school so we can make sure everything is in place for a safe and successful year. Appointments fill up quickly this time of year! If your child still needs a physical, immunizations, or dental/vision exam, we encourage you to schedule those appointments as soon as possible.

Vacancy Notice

The deadline to purchase your school supply kits is here! Make sure to order before the deadline tomorrow! Click here to purchase your kit today: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

Just 4 days left to place your 1st Day School Supplies order! If you've been meaning to order, now is the time. Kits include everything on your child's supply list, carefully packed and arriving before the start of the school year! ➡️ Order by 11:59pm on July 1st at http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

Last call, Cobden Elementary families. The 1st Day School Supplies store is closing soon. If you have been meaning to order, this is your reminder to take care of it today. Once the window closes, kits will no longer be available. 👉 Order now before it closes: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

Vacancy Notice

These are the final weeks to order 1st Day School Supplies for Cobden Elementary. It only takes a few minutes to select your school and choose your child’s grade. Everything will arrive ready to go before school begins. 👉 Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

If school supplies are still on your to-do list, now is the time to take care of it. Once the store closes, families will need to shop independently and track down each item on their own. Ordering today keeps it simple and stress-free.
👉 Order Here: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

As we get closer to the ordering deadline, we want to remind families that the 1st Day School Supplies store will be closing soon. Ordering now ensures your child has the exact supplies requested. Delivered in one box and ready for the first day.
👉 Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509

We hope everyone is enjoying summer break and making wonderful memories! We wanted to give you a heads-up that online registration for the 2026–2027 school year will open on July 20th.

Families will be able to complete registration online, upload important documents, and pay registration fees. Additional information and instructions will be sent via email as the registration date approaches.

2026–2027 Registration Fees

Registration Fee (Grades K–12): $30 per student
Recorder Fee (4th Grade): $5
Appleknocker Club Registration: $10
Please note that additional course- or activity-related fees may be assessed as the school year begins, particularly at the junior high and high school levels.
If you are new to the district or would prefer to complete the registration process in person, our office will be open August 3rd–7th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for paperwork submission and registration assistance.

If you have any questions, please email sstroehlein@cusd17.com or brichilders@cusd17.com.

Have a great summer!

🍎 Summer Lunch Program Begins Today! 🌞 Rain or shine, we are excited to kick off our Summer Lunch Program today at the elementary cafeteria! Lunch will be served daily from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and is available to everyone in our community. Please enter through the back cafeteria door next to the food pantry. Today’s menu includes: 🌯 Burritos 🫘 Refried Beans 🥨 Tostitos & Salsa 🍎 Your choice of fresh fruit We look forward to serving our students, families, and community members this summer!

Thank you to Lisa Tomazzoli of House 2 Home Realty Inc for her continued support of the PTO and Food Pantry!