Cobden FFA Varsity horse judging team brought home 3rd place out of 13 schools at the section 24 horse judging.
Individual standout Micah Brown placed 2nd over all out of all competitors.
21 students from Cobden FFA had the opportunity to attend a Horse
Evaluation Competition, and what an incredible experience it was!
We’re so proud of our Cobden kids for representing our community with enthusiasm, respect, and teamwork. These experiences are what FFA is all about. Growing leaders, building community, and preparing for the future.
Congratulations to the High School boys XC team on their second place finish at the Redbirds Invite.
Cobden FFA at the SIU Greenhand & COLT Conference!
Cobden FFA recently took a group of students to Southern Illinois University to attend the Greenhand and Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) Conference an exciting day of learning and leadership!
This annual event is designed to help new FFA members ("Greenhands") and chapter officers build leadership skills, connect with others, and learn what it truly means to be part of the FFA family.
With over 600 FFA members from across the region in attendance, it was a powerful day of motivation, team-building, and agricultural education.
Proud of our students for stepping up and representing Cobden FFA so well! #CobdenFFA #LivingToServe #FFALeadership #GreenhandConference #COLTConference #SIUAg
Cobden FFA recently took a group of students to Southern Illinois University to attend the Greenhand and Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) Conference an exciting day of learning and leadership!
This annual event is designed to help new FFA members ("Greenhands") and chapter officers build leadership skills, connect with others, and learn what it truly means to be part of the FFA family.
With over 600 FFA members from across the region in attendance, it was a powerful day of motivation, team-building, and agricultural education.
Proud of our students for stepping up and representing Cobden FFA so well! #CobdenFFA #LivingToServe #FFALeadership #GreenhandConference #COLTConference #SIUAg
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Co Op student, Jansen Nance works at Gurley and Son’s Heating and Air. Jansen received excellent feedback and is doing a great job at the shop!
In honor of Mexican Independence Day, Spanish Club is hosting a movie night this coming TUESDAY, a week from tomorrow from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in my classroom 154. Open to family & friends. We will view 2 short films (39 min. & 34 min.) about 2 of the heroes of the War of Mexican Independence.
The Cobden boys golf team beat a very good Norris City team by 3 strokes today! Jaxson Boutwell was the medalist for the match, shooting a 38!
Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences students are wrapping up the child development unit by participating in PreK stations. Students are practicing their small motor skills and social-emotional development!
Members of CYCA and Beta Club volunteered and took part in this year's "Out of the Darkness" Suicide Prevention Awareness Walk on Saturday in Cobden. Member Amelia Long also gave a moving speech at the opening ceremony.
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.