Picture Day is coming~
It's time to purchase the 2022-2023 yearbook! From now until December 31, the cost is $45. Starting January 1, the cost will increase to $45. Click the link below to order!
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01736900
Congratulations to the Varsity and JV Cobden High School Scholar Bowl teams on their second win this season vs Shawnee this morning!
Co Op student, Gustavo Juarez works at Rendleman Orchards in the packing shed. This winter, Gustavo will be assisting with equipment maintenance. After graduation, Gustavo plans to pursue a career in the trades.
See a sophomore to place an order!
Justin Campbell was named SIC 2nd Team All Conference for junior high baseball. Congratulations Justin!
The Freshmen Class of 2026 is selling Quatro's gift certificates for $10 each. For every certificate sold, Quatros donates $3 back to the class. There is no expiration on the certificates, and they can be used for anything on the menu at Quatros in Carbondale such as pizza, salads, pastas, and sandwiches. Please see a Freshman for some certificates to help support the Class of 2026.
Co Op students Ashley Ambrocio and Becka Eubanks-Burgess work at the high school. Ashley works with the custodial staff and Becka works in the office. Both students are gaining valuable, hands-on work experiences. They have been a big help and we appreciate all of their hard work!
Mrs. Reiman is hosting two FAFSA completion workshops during Parent/Teacher Conferences this week. She will be available from 3:30 until 7:00 pm on October 18th and 20th in the classroom across from Mrs. Stark in the junior high hallway.
Please bring the following items with you to complete the FAFSA.
Social security numbers for students and parent
Verified FSA ID usernames and passwords for student and parent
2021 Income Taxes
2021 W-2’s and 1099
2021 Child Support Received
2021 Child Support Paid
Any other income in 2021
Your child’s Chromebook and charger
Remember that the FAFSA is a graduation requirement and must be completed by December 1st to be eligible for the MAP grant.
Congratulations to Grace White on being named to ILMEA District 6 Honor Band!
Parents of the Senior Class of 2023!
Cap and Gown order forms were sent home today, and are due next Thursday, October 20th!!!
You can order on the paper form or online at the attached link!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/catalog/gradProducts.mvc?customerName=Cobden+High+School&customerId=1075535
Mr. Crawford’s industrial design class was racing rubberband cars this week. Congrats to the winning racers, Ben Poirier and Thomas Coleman.
Congratulations to this week’s Seeds of Happiness winners!
Co Op student, Jasmine Garcia works at Pizza Hut in Anna. Her supervisor is very impressed with her work ethic. She has been at Pizza Hut for over a year. Jasmine will carry these valuable work skills with her after graduation.
JR High Boys practice for tomorrow Friday 10/14/22 will be from 5:15 to 7:15.
Cobden CUSD #17 had six students complete this endorsement!!! Our district was one of sixteen districts awarded endorsements to graduates in the Class of 2022: Connor Hartline, Colbey Hartline, Molly Smith, Madison Pitts, Jade Caraker, and Giselle Martinez.
ISBE recognizes 596 high school graduates who earned College and Career Pathways endorsements
Class of 2022 endorsements include 224 for aspiring teachers
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today recognized 596 high school graduates in the Class of 2022 who earned College and Career Pathways endorsements on their diplomas – nearly 14 times as many as the 47 endorsements awarded in the Class of 2021. The endorsements earned by the Class of 2022 included 224 in Education and Training, the track for aspiring teachers.
The endorsement works like declaring a major in college. It certifies to colleges, universities, and future employers that the student has specialized in one of seven fields. In addition to the 224 endorsements earned by aspiring teachers in the Education and Training track of Human and Public Services, the Class of 2022 earned endorsements in Health Science Technology; 128 in Finance and Business Services; 30 in Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology and Trades; 14 in Information Technology; and two in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Sixteen school districts participated in the endorsements program in the 2021-22 school year.
“Participation in the College and Career Pathways endorsement program is paving the way to a successful career for a record number of students in every corner of the state,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “In Illinois, our young people have the opportunity to begin pursuing their passions early by taking courses that hone real-life skills in a field of their choosing. By earning these endorsements, our future teachers, small business owners, and construction workers will be well equipped to join the most talented workforce in America after graduation.”
“I am so proud of the students who have earned the prestigious College and Career Pathways endorsement. I applaud the school districts offering this opportunity for students to get ahead in college and career preparation and earn recognition for their hard work and success,” said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen I. Ayala. “I am excited to see the growth of this program. The College and Career Pathway endorsement represents what a well-rounded, hands-on high school experience looks like that prepares young adults for their next step after school. We want all Illinois students to earn endorsements and hope to see more and more districts and students participating in the years to come.”
The Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Act, enacted by Illinois lawmakers in 2015, created the endorsements to recognize and incentivize student attainment of knowledge and skills important for success in both college and employment. The pathway to achieving the prestigious endorsement gets students thinking earlier about potential careers and seamlessly connects their high school experience to their next step after graduation. The endorsement also lets colleges, universities, and employers know that students know what they want to do for a career and have the skills and knowledge to be successful in their chosen field.
Students in participating school districts earn endorsements by:
Creating an individualized college and career plan;
Engaging in hands-on career exploration and workplace-based preparation experiences like internships;
Completing two years of coursework, including earning at least six hours of early college credit, that equals a postsecondary credential with labor market value; and
Meeting the standards for non-remedial college coursework.
Cobden Unit School District #17 – six Human and Public Services endorsements
Last day to order online is Saturday from the CYCA Appleknocker outerwear apparel store, proceeds will go toward service projects including painting a mural in Alto as well as some projects that honor our local veterans. Link- https://shopsilkworm.com/cobdenouterwear
Jostens will be at school on Friday, October 14th @ 10:00 to meet with seniors about graduation items and sophomores about class rings. They will also have letterman jacket information available. Students will be given packets & orders can be placed the following week.
The JH Cheer Squad is ready for some basketball!
