Check out the new Appleknocker apparel designs in youth and adult sizes at Cobden Village Shops! There are still tank tops in various styles available as well. Proceeds are split between CYCA and ESL Dance team.
Menu Update
We apologize for the inconvenience, but our menu needs to change again as the bison meat has not thawed in time.
Tomorrow (Friday):
Chicken strips
Baked beans
Celery & ranch
Fruit & milk
Monday:
Bison smash burgers on WG bun
Carrots & ranch
Roasted potatoes
Fruit & milk
Thank you for your understanding, and please let your students know about this change!
We apologize for the inconvenience, but our menu needs to change again as the bison meat has not thawed in time.
Tomorrow (Friday):
Chicken strips
Baked beans
Celery & ranch
Fruit & milk
Monday:
Bison smash burgers on WG bun
Carrots & ranch
Roasted potatoes
Fruit & milk
Thank you for your understanding, and please let your students know about this change!
Congratulations HS Cross Country!
The class of 2027 and Educators Rising Club are selling mums! The cost is $18. Orders are due September 11 and pickup will be after school on Wednesday, September 17th behind the band room. Colors are first come, first served. If you would like to order, contact a member of the junior class or Educators Rising Club or email kengelmann@cusd17.com or hhurt@cusd17.com. We would like to extend a huge thank you to Bass Farms for donating the delivery of the mums!
Golf Scramble Saturday, September 27th
Travel to Greece in 2026! September 15th is the last day to take advantage of a $100 discount. https://my.passports.com/my/tour Tour ID HHURT2026 Current 9th graders and up are eligible to travel. Contact Mrs. Hurt if you have any questions. hhurt@cusd17.com
Good morning! Today dismissal is 2:00 PM and no Appleknocker Club will be available. Enjoy the long Labor Day weekend! School will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd.
Reminder Early dismissal this Friday, August 29th at 2:08pm. No School Monday, September 1st Labor Day.
Southern Illinois Honey Festival Saturday, September 6th
Congratulations to Eva Bridges on placing 9th in the cross country meet Saturday morning! All runners did an amazing job!
Jr. High Baseball game at home against St. Marys Chester has been cancelled for today.
Jr. High Softball and Baseball games are cancelled today due to heat.
Appleknocker Nation was represented last month in Washington, D.C., when Alyssa Fabian attended the Hispanic National Bar Foundation's 2025 Future Latinos Law Camp on July 13th-20th. She was among the finest and most respected in the field of law, touring law firms, Federal Government Buildings, and National Monuments. She earned first-hand experience of the law system by participating in a mock trial, giving the lead closing statement for the defense. Alyssa was 1 of 35 youth selected nationally to attend this prestigious camp, and Cobden High School is proud of how she represented our small but mighty school.
We want to remind our Cobden families and community members that our School Food Pantry is here to serve you! The pantry is located behind the elementary cafeteria and is open every weekend from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
This resource is available to all families and community members who would like to utilize it—no questions asked.
Our pantry is completely run by donations and volunteer help, and we are always accepting contributions to keep our shelves stocked with both food items and hygiene products.
Donations can be dropped off at Cobden Elementary in the black box outside the front entrance at any time.
Monetary donations are also appreciated and can be made by check, payable to Cobden PTO Food Pantry.
Thank you for your continued generosity and for helping us take care of one another. Our community is stronger together! ❤️
This resource is available to all families and community members who would like to utilize it—no questions asked.
Our pantry is completely run by donations and volunteer help, and we are always accepting contributions to keep our shelves stocked with both food items and hygiene products.
Donations can be dropped off at Cobden Elementary in the black box outside the front entrance at any time.
Monetary donations are also appreciated and can be made by check, payable to Cobden PTO Food Pantry.
Thank you for your continued generosity and for helping us take care of one another. Our community is stronger together! ❤️
Get your Cross Country Spirit wear! Use the link below . Orders end 8/27.
https://shopsilkworm.com/cobdenhsxc
Reminder Early Dismissal all this week August 13-15th. Dismiss at 2:08 pm.
Class of 2025!! The 2024-2025 yearbooks are in. If you ordered one, they are available for pick up in the office now. Yearbooks will be handed out next week to all other students who ordered.
*If you did not order one, there are a few left over at a first come first serve basis for $60.*
*If you did not order one, there are a few left over at a first come first serve basis for $60.*
Congratulations to Amelia Long our 2025 Miss Peach Festival Queen and Mariana Palmerin our 1st Runner up and Miss Congeniality. Way to represent Cobden Appleknockers! So proud of you both!
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate one of our own, Mrs. Englemann, who was honored last night in Chicago at the 2025 Golden Apple Awards!
Alongside eight other outstanding teachers and two exceptional school leaders, Mrs. Englemann was recognized for her dedication and passion. Her commitment to shaping the future of education is truly inspiring, and her leadership will continue to guide and mentor others for years to come. Congratulations, Mrs. Englemann—we are so proud to call you an Appleknocker!
August Menu
