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! 💫
Practice for Kids on the Run is cancelled this afternoon due to weather:
Graphing, measuring, and comparing with Cheerios today in Ms. Mueller's 1st grade!!!
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!
Mrs. Rumfelt’s 2nd grade said goodbye to our wonderful student teacher, Ms. Rachael, today. She has accepted a position with another school district where she will start in the Fall. She has been such a wonderful addition to our classroom and we are sad to see her go but excited for her new students and school. We wish you all the luck and congratulations on your accomplishment, Ms. Rachael!
Last chance to place an order for the PTO Rib sale! Call the office to place an order by tomorrow, $30 per rack of delicious ribs. Ribs will be available for pickup on Friday at dismissal.
🌱 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
Today we celebrate Mr. Clutts’ amazing SIU student teacher, Ms. Parks, as she completed her last day with our fifth grade students! Her dedication, energy, and passion for teaching have made a lasting impact in our classroom and school community. We wish her the very best as she graduates and begins her journey as a teacher. The future of education is brighter because of you, congratulations!
Our Students Had a Blast with Mad Science!
Yesterday, our students were treated to an exciting and educational assembly presented by Mad Science! Our mad scientist, Musical Maria, wowed the crowd with fun experiments and hands-on demonstrations that brought science to life.
From sound waves to surprising reactions, students were able to see, hear, and even help with experiments that made learning science unforgettable.
A huge thank you to the Cobden PTO for
sponsoring this engaging event—we’re so grateful for your continued support of our students’ learning experiences!
Science has never been so fun!
Congratulations to Raegan Moore and Quinton Jerrell!
We’re excited to announce that Raegan and Quinton are the winners of the Bikes for Books Challenge sponsored by the Cobden Masonic Lodge!
All of our students had the chance to participate by reading books and earning entries into the drawing. Thanks to their hard work-and a little luck-Raegan and Quinton each won a brand-new bike!
A big thank you to the Cobden Masonic Lodge for supporting literacy and encouraging our students to develop a love of reading. We’re proud of everyone who participated and celebrated books this way!
Keep reading, Appleknockers!
Today is the last day for after school tutoring for the school year.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Series: May
Elementary Spring Sing Tomorrow! (PreK-5th grade ) Doors open at 1:15 at the high school gym, performance at 1:30.
Good Luck, Miss Johnson!
Today we said goodbye to Miss Johnson, our amazing SIU student teacher in Mrs. Sheridan’s Kindergarten. We’re so thankful for the time she spent with us and wish her all the best as she continues her journey to become a teacher. You’ll be great, Miss Johnson!
A Special Mystery Reader Visit!
Yesterday was extra special in Mrs. Sheridan’s Kindergarten class—Knox’s grandma was our Mystery Reader and it was Knox’s birthday! She shared a fun story with the class and helped make Knox’s day even more memorable. Thank you, Grandma, for celebrating with us and spreading the joy of reading. What a perfect way to mark a special day!
First Grade Fun at Ultimate Gymnastics!
Our first graders had an absolute blast on their field trip to Ultimate Gymnastics! They jumped, tumbled, climbed, and played to their hearts’ content. It was a day full of laughter, movement, and unforgettable memories.
Mystery Reader Surprise in Kindergarten!
Last week, Mrs. Sheridan’s Kindergarten class had a very special visitor—Sasha’s grandma was our Mystery Reader! The students were all smiles as she shared a fun and engaging story, bringing it to life with her warm voice and enthusiasm. We love when family members join us to make reading extra magical. Thank you, Grandma, for making our day so special!
Paragon Fundraiser Lollipop Tree Winner Zack Massey. He picked the lucky lollipop today and won $50!
Tutoring will also be cancelled this afternoon.