Kids on the Run begins next Tuesday, April 8th. This program is for children in grades 3rd-5th who sign up to participate. Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Students will be provided with a snack, but please send a water bottle on these days. The Kids on the Run 5K is planned for the last day of student attendance Monday,June 2nd.
Due to the potential for bad weather tomorrow, we have decided to cancel the Appleknocker Club in the afternoon to ensure the safety of our students. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Friday night was a blast, all thanks to our wonderful PTO! From the decorations to the music, everything was perfect. We’re so grateful for all you do!
🌟 Shining Star Spotlight 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating Mr. Chuck and Austin Hawthorne for their incredible dedication and positive impact on our school community! Whether it's lending a helping hand, spreading kindness, or going the extra mile, these two truly shine. Their teamwork, strong work ethic, and can-do attitudes make a difference every single day.
Thank you, Mr. Chuck and Austin, for being such bright lights in our district! 💫👏
#ShiningStar #CobdenPride #ThankYou
Thursday, April 3rd
*Hat Day- Bring $1 to wear a hat for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital!
*2:00 Dismissal
*No After School Tutoring
*Appleknocker Club available 2-6 PM
*Parent Teacher Conferences by appointment 3:30-7 PM
Friday, April 4th
*Wear Blue Day- for child abuse prevention awareness
*11:30 Dismissal
*Appleknocker Club available from 11:30-6 PM
*Parent Teacher Conferences by appointment 12:30-3 PM
PTO Spring Family Dance tonight!
For Cobden Elementary families, students must be accompanied by an adult
When- 6-8 PM
Where-Cobden School small gym
*Free admission, but accepting donations for Kids on the Run!
*Popcorn and punch provided. Hotdogs, pizza, and cookies available for purchase. Neon glow accessories available for purchase. 💚💜🧡💃🏼🕺💃🏼🕺💛🩷💚
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!
