“Cobden High School Class of 1975” graduates & those who maybe didn't graduate with us but were in our class at some time and our teachers……Please Save the Date!🎓 October 11, 2025!
We are so excited to see everyone.
Detailed Invitations will be sent later.
(Contact Charlotte Dean Hartline if you haven’t already been contacted for a current phone number and/or address. )
“Also….additional “Save the Date”…..Special invitation to other classes and teachers from the 70’s that might want to join us at a picnic on October 12, 2025. More information to follow at a later date. “
Congratulations to the High School Scholar Bowl team! Both the JV and Varsity teams secured a win over Joppa today!
Educators Rising Club took a field trip to SIUC yesterday. Students visited the Child Development Lab and learned about majoring in Early Childhood Education. Then in the afternoon, students visited the Center for Virtual Expression and learned about using AI and Virtual Reality in the classroom. It was a fun day!
Congratulations to the 2025 Homecoming Queen, Mackenzie Jackson and King Randy Calderon
Today Saturday Feb. 8
Homecoming
High School Boys Basketball at home against Carrier Mills-Stonefort. Game time 12:00.
Hall of Fame inductees for today: Dick Ruggles, Rondald “Doc” Casper, & Wayne Witthoft
(Due to the cancellation of the game last week, the 2015 Baseball team will be inducted into the Hall of Fame next basketball season)
Coronation: Immediately following the game
Dance: 6:00pm-10:00pm.
Junior High Dance
Come support the Jr/SR High Marching Appleknockers! March 21, 2025 @ 6PM.
Foods II students are currently learning about candy making and the stages of sugar syrup. Students prepared tanghulu. Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese snack of fresh fruit skewered and coated in a hardened sugar syrup.
Craving some delicious snacks or a fresh bag of coffee? The Jr. Beta Club has you covered!
We're hosting a fundraiser with high-quality bagged coffee and coffee pods as well as a variety of tasty snacks. ☕ By purchasing, you’re supporting our amazing Jr. Beta members and their efforts to make a positive impact in the community.
Use the link below to have your order delivered directly to you, or contact a Jr. Beta member to order for in-person delivery. You can also email sbrumleve@cusd17.com or smorrison@cusd17.com to order. Thanks for your support!
Link: https://supporter.moneydolly.com/fundraiser/197380/group/183991/order?utm_source=app&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share_qr_visit
Hall of Fame inductees for Saturday February 8,2025: Dick Ruggles, Rondald “Doc” Casper, & Wayne Witthoft
Due to the cancellation of the game last week, the 2015 Baseball team will be inducted into the Hall of Fame next basketball season.
Thank you Vienna High School staff and students for keeping us in your thoughts.
Thank you Eldorado High School staff and students for thinking about us.
Congratulations to Garrett Basler, recipient of the 2025 SIU Chancellor's Scholarship! This scholarship includes 4 years of tuition, books, housing, and meals!
CONGRATULATIONS Mallory Adamitis and Matthew Marks for making All Conference Team in Jr. High Basketball!
BASKETBALL GAME UPDATE FOR TONIGHT-The games are at home. Thank you Joppa for allowing our games to be played at home tonight.
High School Girls game at 6:00pm.
High School Boys Varsity only following the girls game.
In remembrance of Cam and with the blessing of his family, we will continue with homecoming week. We are changing Monday's dress up day to "Wear Green for Cam." At this time, we are keeping the schedule for the game, coronation and dance the same. This week we will come together as an Appleknocker family.
Game: Saturday, February 8th at noon
Coronation: Immediately following the game
Dance: Saturday, February 8th from 6:00-10:00pm
Estimadas familias de Cobden,
Con profunda tristeza compartimos la desgarradora noticia del fallecimiento de uno de nuestros estudiantes de secundaria. Nuestros pensamientos y nuestro más sentido pésame están con la familia, los amigos y todos aquellos que lloran esta pérdida.
Entendemos que esta noticia puede ser difícil para nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias de nuestra comunidad escolar. Los consejeros y el personal de apoyo estarán disponibles mañana de 8 a. m. a 12 p. m. en la biblioteca de la escuela secundaria para brindar asistencia a cualquiera que lo necesite. Animamos a las familias a hablar con sus hijos, escuchar sus inquietudes y buscar apoyo según sea necesario. Estamos aquí para apoyar a nuestra comunidad escolar de cualquier manera posible.
A la luz de esta tragedia, hemos tomado la difícil decisión de cancelar los juegos de baloncesto y el evento de reconocimiento del Salón de la Fama programado para el sábado. Agradecemos su comprensión mientras priorizamos el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad durante este tiempo. Compartiremos cualquier actualización sobre la reprogramación de eventos en el futuro.
Si su hijo necesita alquiler de apoyo adicional no dude en ponerse en contacto con el personal de la escuela. Además, hay recursos comunitarios disponibles, que incluyen: Línea directa de crisis: llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988 para obtener asistencia las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana Línea directa de Cares: 800-345-9049 Línea de crisis Arrowleaf: llame al 618-658-2611 para obtener asistencia las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana.
Mientras navegamos juntos por este momento difícil, le pedimos que tenga en sus pensamientos a la familia y a los seres queridos del estudiante. Pedimos respeto y privacidad para la familia del estudiante mientras nos unimos para apoyarnos unos a otros.
Con la más profunda simpatía,
Edwin Shoemate
Superintendente Distrito Escolar
de la Unidad Cobden #17
Dear Cobden Families,
It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our high school students. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the student’s family, friends, and all those grieving this loss.
We understand that this news may be difficult for our students, staff, and families in our school community. Counselors and support staff will be available tomorrow from 8 AM - 12 PM in the high school library to provide assistance for anyone in need. We encourage families to talk with their children, listen to their concerns, and reach out for support as needed. We are here to support our school community in any way possible.
In light of this tragedy, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the basketball games and Hall of Fame recognition event scheduled for Saturday. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the well-being of our students, staff, and community during this time. We will share any updates about rescheduling events in the future.
If your child needs additional support please do not hesitate to contact school staff. Additionally, there are community resources available, including:
Crisis Hotline- Call or text 988 for 24/7 support
Cares Hotline- 800-345-9049
Arrowleaf Crisis line- Call 618-658-2611 for 24/7 support
As we navigate this difficult time together, we ask that you keep the student’s family and loved ones in your thoughts. We ask for respect and privacy for the student’s family while we come together to support one another.
With deepest sympathy,
Edwin Shoemate
Superintendent
Cobden Unit School District #17
Next week is homecoming week! Both Jr. High and High School students are encouraged to dress up and show your school spirit!
UPDATE for Saturday February 1, 2025
NO girls game due to illness
3:00 pm JV boys game
Approximately 4:00pm Hall of Fame Ceremony
Varsity boys game to follow after Ceremony