Kindergarten Screening Reminder
This is a friendly reminder that Kindergarten Screenings will be taking place on April 10th! We are excited to meet the future little Appleknocker students for the 2026-2027 school year. If you have not yet scheduled your child’s screening appointment, please contact the school office at 618-893-2311 as soon as possible.
Here are the students from Cobden Elementary School that have reached their goals in February for our school-wide Accelerated Reading program. Students are required to read books and take comprehension tests on the computer to achieve their points.25 Point Club Back Row: Wyatt Hackett, Jesse Schuck, Jai Morber, Aaron Wooters, Sophia Garcia, Finley Lofton, Elise Belmont, and Lexi Jackson Middle Row: Lainey Joyner, Kyrie Cashion, Ruth Sheridan, Lillian Sweitzer, Loretta Reh, Kason Brumleve, Eavie Tolson, and Zayda Moseley Front Row: Emberlynn Cash, Faith Rumfelt, and Julia Tetmeyer Not Pictured: Ian Olvera 50 Point Club Back Row: Grayson Johnson, Marshall Jackson, Troy Williams, Arthur Kaszubski, Allie Petermichel, Merritt LeFevre, and Reagan Moore Front Row: Lacy Plott, Reece Lence, and Penelope Stroehlein 100 Point Club Keegan Wilson, Walker Schilling, Flynt Brumleve, Claire Flamm, and Macy Adamitis
New! School Supply Kits for 2026–2027
We’re excited to offer families a new optional way to make back-to-school easier! We know the new school year is still a ways away, but for families who like to plan ahead, our 2026 school supply kits are now available to purchase online!
Each kit includes high-quality, brand name supplies that match your child’s exact grade-level supply list. Supplies are packed individually for each student and will be delivered directly to the school and waiting on your child’s desk at Back-to-School Night. No shopping, no guesswork, and no store lines!
This program is completely optional and simply offered as a convenient service for families. If you prefer to shop for supplies on your own, you are absolutely welcome to do so.
Start next school year stress-free and check one thing off your list early!
🛒 Order here:
http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509
We’re excited to offer families a new optional way to make back-to-school easier! We know the new school year is still a ways away, but for families who like to plan ahead, our 2026 school supply kits are now available to purchase online!
Each kit includes high-quality, brand name supplies that match your child’s exact grade-level supply list. Supplies are packed individually for each student and will be delivered directly to the school and waiting on your child’s desk at Back-to-School Night. No shopping, no guesswork, and no store lines!
This program is completely optional and simply offered as a convenient service for families. If you prefer to shop for supplies on your own, you are absolutely welcome to do so.
Start next school year stress-free and check one thing off your list early!
🛒 Order here:
http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/31509
FCA Save the Date
Ms. Lyerla’s first grade class took advantage of the sunshine today by taking their learning outside! ☀️ It was a beautiful day to enjoy fresh air while staying engaged and focused on learning.
Ms. Lacy’s students got festive for St. Patrick’s Day by creating colorful rainbows using Fruit Loops, marshmallows, and pipe cleaners. A fun and creative way to celebrate! 🌈🍀
Congratulations to our 4th and 5th grade Kindness Poster Contest winners! 🎨💙
These students used their creativity to share powerful messages about kindness and how we can make our school a better place. We are proud of the thought, effort, and positivity they put into their work. Great job representing what it means to be kind! 👏
Ms. Mueller’s 1st graders made math hands-on today! 🥨
They practiced adding two-digit numbers using pretzels for tens and Cheerios for ones — a fun (and tasty!) way to see place value in action. Way to make learning stick!
Our 4th graders dug into science by creating edible soil profiles — and yes, they were as delicious as they were educational! 🍪🌱
Students layered tasty ingredients to represent each horizon of the soil, learning how soil is formed and why each layer matters. From topsoil to bedrock, they built their models, explained their thinking, and then enjoyed the sweetest science lesson ever.
Hands-on learning + big smiles = a great day in 4th grade! 😋
🌎📚 4th Grade Country Research Project Success! 🇺🇳✨
We are so proud of our students for their outstanding work on the country research project sponsored by 4H
🏆 Champions: Macy Adamitis & Lexi Jackson
🥈 Reserve Champions: Loralei Miller & Harper Stringer
Your hard work, creativity, and dedication truly paid off. Way to represent excellence and make your school proud! 💚👏
✨ Amazing Appleknockers Shoutout! ✨
Today we are celebrating three wonderful members of our school family — Mrs. Genung, Nancy Godinez, and Mrs. Uribe! 🍎
These amazing ladies go above and beyond each day to support our students and staff. Whether they are helping students stay engaged, offering encouragement, lending a hand wherever needed, or bringing positivity into our building, they truly make a difference. Their kindness, dedication, and teamwork help create the welcoming and supportive environment we are so proud of.
Thank you, Mrs. Genung, Nancy, and Mrs. Uribe, for all you do to make our school such a special place. We appreciate you! ❤️👏
Today we are celebrating three wonderful members of our school family — Mrs. Genung, Nancy Godinez, and Mrs. Uribe! 🍎
These amazing ladies go above and beyond each day to support our students and staff. Whether they are helping students stay engaged, offering encouragement, lending a hand wherever needed, or bringing positivity into our building, they truly make a difference. Their kindness, dedication, and teamwork help create the welcoming and supportive environment we are so proud of.
Thank you, Mrs. Genung, Nancy, and Mrs. Uribe, for all you do to make our school such a special place. We appreciate you! ❤️👏
Our students are putting their math skills to great use while supporting a wonderful cause as they begin their St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Math-a-Thon packets! If you would like to help us raise funds for St. Jude but do not currently have a student in our school, please feel free to scan the QR code below to make a donation. Donations may also be dropped off at the elementary school now through March 2nd. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
Now is your chance to stock up on Spirit Wear! Grab all the sizes for 75% off! Items are in stock now!
The Appleknocker Cafe cooked up some breakfast pizza this week!
In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, we will be collecting donations for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Students who would like to wear a fun hat may bring $1 to participate. If you’re feeling the Seuss spirit and want to be extra festive, you’re also welcome to dress up as your favorite book character!
Pre-K Screening will be taking place this spring, and we look forward to meeting our newest Little Appleknockers! Please see the attached flyer for more information and call the elementary office to schedule your appointment. For students currently enrolled in our Pre-K program, there will be no Pre-K classes held on this day.
🍎 Amazing Appleknockers! 🍎
Shoutout to Ms. Malinda, Mrs. Redden, and Kolsen Hale for being true Appleknockers! Your hard work, positive attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond make a difference in our school each and every day. We appreciate the way you support others, lead by example, and help make our school such a great place to learn and grow.
Thank you for all you do! ❤️👏
Shoutout to Ms. Malinda, Mrs. Redden, and Kolsen Hale for being true Appleknockers! Your hard work, positive attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond make a difference in our school each and every day. We appreciate the way you support others, lead by example, and help make our school such a great place to learn and grow.
Thank you for all you do! ❤️👏
Apple Blossom Performance Information 2.11.2026
Junior High Cheer Fundraiser
Congratulations to Ms. Mueller for winning the Southern Illinois Electric Cooperative Grant. With her winnings, she has some fun and exciting learning opportunities planned for her students!
