Cobden High School is hosting a vaping education night for parents/guardians on November 16th from 5:00-7:00pm in the high school library. Pizza will be provided. This event is meant for parents/guardians only to learn about the latest trends relating to drug and alcohol use. Students will attend a separate assembly during the school day on either November 16 or 17 to learn about the dangers of vaping and drug use.
The Educators Rising Club hosted a presentation from Golden Apple mentor, Terri Martin. Students who plan on becoming teachers learned about the Golden Apple Scholars Program and scholarship. “Golden Apple prepares teachers for rural, suburban and urban schools-of-need in Illinois through our Scholars and Accelerators programs. We are committed to making a material difference in resolving the teacher shortage by expanding the state’s pipeline of highly effective, diverse educators.” Goldenapple.org
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Teen Teachers completed training today on three lessons that they will be sharing with elementary students in the coming months. They also learned more about the 4-H program. Lessons/projects included: visual arts, community service, cooking, measurements, and textiles.
Upcoming Spanish Club event-
Co Op student, Abby Clover works at Anna Heights Early Learning Center. Abby is planning on pursing a career in the child development field. She has gone above and beyond to complete state requirements, preparing to lead her own classroom.
High School Volleyball Regional play kicks off this week. Cobden travels to Elverado to take on Shawnee, Tuesday 10/26, at 5:30pm. Come show the Lady Appleknockers your support! Games will also be live streamed: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcAi6krOMgnb6lkUKt3Pcw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Elveradovolleyball
Congratulations to this week’s Seeds of Happiness winners! Thank you for all you to make Cobden a great place to learn and work!
Congratulations to our esports team for their second win this season! They had a come from behind victory against Glenwood in Overwatch, winning 3-2!
Congratulations to the Junior High Boys basketball team for 1st place at the Giant City tournament!
10/20
High Volleyball @ Joppa for their last Conference match! The Lady Appleknockers are currently undefeated in the Conference! Varsity only at 6pm.
10/21
High School Volleyball will take on Crab Orchard @ Unity Point! JV starts at 6pm, Senior recognition and Varsity to follow.
Come show the girls your support as they prepare for Regionals next week!
High School Volleyball plays at Carbondale High School tonight! JV starts at 5:00!
Congratulations to the Seeds of Happiness winners from the week of October 15th. Thank you for all you do to make Cobden a great place to work and learn!
Co Op student, Melesio Zamora works at Union County Market. Melesio has been with Union County Market for over a year. Sam says Melesio is a hard worker and never turns down an extra shift. This work ethic is very beneficial. We are proud of you Melesio!
School will dismiss at 2:08 on October 19th & 21st for Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Congratulations to the High School Scholar Bowl team on a varsity win today!
October 18 is picture day for Cobden School District. Pre-K through 12th grade pictures will be taken as well as the following sports:
Jr. High Baseball and Softball
High School Cross Country, Soccer, Golf, and Volleyball
School picture packets have been distributed to students, and sports picture packets can be picked up in the high school office.
The deadline for IL Required Health Documents is Friday, October 15th. All forms for students must be turned in by this date. Please contact Nurse Erin with questions or concerns at 618-893-2311 or efunk@cusd17.com.
Congratulations to the Marching Appleknockers on their 1st place win in the AJ Homecoming parade!
Co Op student, John Fuhrhop works at DTM Custom Applicators. This week John learned how to spread fertilizer. These valuable skills could lead to a possible career in the agriculture field for John. 🚜
