Exciting news! Sheldon Community School District is hosting a Transition Planning Night. This event is open to all schools, communities, and anyone who is interested in attending!
Middle school and high school families are encouraged to attend to explore available resources, ask questions, and begin planning for a successful transition to adulthood. This event is designed to connect students with disabilities — of all functioning levels — and their families with community agencies and service providers that support life after high school.
Families will have the opportunity to learn about options for:
• Employment • Postsecondary education
• Vocational training • Independent living • Adult services
📅 Monday, March 30
⏰ 5:00 - 8:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up soon!
This is a great opportunity to connect, celebrate progress, and discuss goals for the rest of the school year. We encourage all families to take advantage of this time to meet with teachers, ask questions, and partner together to support student success. There will be a one hour early dismissal each day.
This is a great opportunity to connect, celebrate progress, and discuss goals for the rest of the school year. We encourage all families to take advantage of this time to meet with teachers, ask questions, and partner together to support student success. There will be a one hour early dismissal each day.
Our Little Orab Preschool students had so much fun diving into their ocean animal learning adventure!
The Sheldon Athletic Booster Club will be holding its monthly meeting today!
We invite parents, community members, and anyone interested in supporting Sheldon athletics to attend. New members and fresh ideas are always welcome! Come learn more about how you can get involved and help make a difference for our Orab athletes!
📅 Thursday, March 4
⏰ 6:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Students of the Month of February!
You’ve shown leadership, kindness, and a strong commitment to learning—qualities that truly embody what it means to be an Orab. Keep up the great work and continue to shine bright, both in and out of the classroom!
You’ve shown leadership, kindness, and a strong commitment to learning—qualities that truly embody what it means to be an Orab. Keep up the great work and continue to shine bright, both in and out of the classroom!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music at the Sheldon Schools Procession of Choirs!
Our talented singers from across the district will come together for a special night celebrating choral music and the incredible dedication of our students and directors. From our youngest performers to our high school vocalists, this concert showcases the growth, talent, and hard work happening in our music programs.
📅 Tuesday, March 3
⏰ 7:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School Gym
Our talented singers from across the district will come together for a special night celebrating choral music and the incredible dedication of our students and directors. From our youngest performers to our high school vocalists, this concert showcases the growth, talent, and hard work happening in our music programs.
📅 Tuesday, March 3
⏰ 7:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School Gym
Congratulations to Sheldon Middle School 6th grader Olivia Griffith on earning 1st place in the 6th grade division for her artwork, “Duke of Color,” at the Sioux City Youth Art Month Exhibition! 🎨👏
Olivia was honored at the awards ceremony and opening reception on Saturday, February 21. What an incredible accomplishment — we are so proud of your talent and hard work!
Olivia was honored at the awards ceremony and opening reception on Saturday, February 21. What an incredible accomplishment — we are so proud of your talent and hard work!
Preschool Open House is Tonight!
Do you have a child who’s ready for preschool? Tour our Little Orabs Preschool, meet our teachers, and get registered for the 2026–27 school year. We can’t wait to welcome your family!
📅 Monday, March 2
⏰ 5-7 pm
📍 Little Orabs Preschool
Do you have a child who’s ready for preschool? Tour our Little Orabs Preschool, meet our teachers, and get registered for the 2026–27 school year. We can’t wait to welcome your family!
📅 Monday, March 2
⏰ 5-7 pm
📍 Little Orabs Preschool
Congratulations to our February Students of the Month at East Elementary! Your positive attitudes, hard work, and kindness make a difference every day. We’re proud of the example you set for others—keep up the great work! Go Orabs!
It was an outstanding day at the Individual Speech Contest on Saturday! Congratulations to our performers on a fantastic and successful day — we are so proud of your hard work and talent! Go Orabs!
Take a look inside at the newly constructed areas at Sheldon High School. The new spaces support connection, creativity, and growth across our campus. We're so excited to be in them and we’d love to hear what you think of the updates!
*Images created by Sheldon High School Mass Media students, Paige Boon and Olivia Prewitt*
*Images created by Sheldon High School Mass Media students, Paige Boon and Olivia Prewitt*
The results are in for the 4th Annual Dordt University High School Art Showcase! This year, entries were submitted from 12 different high schools.
Congratulations to the following students whose artwork was selected for the show — an outstanding accomplishment and well-deserved recognition! 🎨👏
SHOW DATES:
The exhibit will be on display in the Dordt University Campus Center Art Gallery from March 17–31 and is open to the public daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
A Showcase Reception will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate these talented artists! Go Orabs!
Congratulations to the following students whose artwork was selected for the show — an outstanding accomplishment and well-deserved recognition! 🎨👏
SHOW DATES:
The exhibit will be on display in the Dordt University Campus Center Art Gallery from March 17–31 and is open to the public daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
A Showcase Reception will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate these talented artists! Go Orabs!
Celebrating FFA Week in a fun way!
Students and teachers at Sheldon High School were great sports as they took part in a fun (and messy!) Pie-in-the-Face event. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped make it such a memorable celebration! Go Orabs!
Students and teachers at Sheldon High School were great sports as they took part in a fun (and messy!) Pie-in-the-Face event. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped make it such a memorable celebration! Go Orabs!
Sheldon High School FFA members served up a delicious pancake breakfast this week at the Eagles Club!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support this great event and our hardworking students. We appreciate our amazing community! Go Orabs!
Leave Your Mark at Orab Field!
Here’s your chance to become a permanent part of Orab history! By designing your very own personalized brick at Orab Field, you can celebrate your time at Sheldon, honor a student or alumni, recognize a team, or show your Orab pride for years to come.
We're taking orders through March 31, 2026, using the online form: https://forms.gle/eQgepfRZnaMyQ6nJA
Here’s your chance to become a permanent part of Orab history! By designing your very own personalized brick at Orab Field, you can celebrate your time at Sheldon, honor a student or alumni, recognize a team, or show your Orab pride for years to come.
We're taking orders through March 31, 2026, using the online form: https://forms.gle/eQgepfRZnaMyQ6nJA
Now Hiring: Special Education Paraeducators
Sheldon Community Schools is currently seeking caring, patient, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Special Education Paraeducators. Our paraeducators play a vital role in supporting students with diverse learning needs. If you are looking for a position where you can truly impact lives and be part of a supportive school community, we encourage you to apply!
Sheldon Community Schools is currently seeking caring, patient, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Special Education Paraeducators. Our paraeducators play a vital role in supporting students with diverse learning needs. If you are looking for a position where you can truly impact lives and be part of a supportive school community, we encourage you to apply!
Coaching & Advising Opportunities at Sheldon Community Schools
Sheldon Community Schools is currently seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to fill these coaching and advising positions. If you are interested in mentoring students, promoting school pride, and being part of a supportive and tradition-rich community, we would love to hear from you!
Apply online through TeachIowa at Iowa.schoolspring.com or request an application or send a resume to shelley.hoogers@sheldonschools.com.
For questions, contact the Superintendent’s office
Sheldon Community School District, 1700 E. Fourth Street, Sheldon, IA 51201
Sheldon Community Schools is currently seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to fill these coaching and advising positions. If you are interested in mentoring students, promoting school pride, and being part of a supportive and tradition-rich community, we would love to hear from you!
Apply online through TeachIowa at Iowa.schoolspring.com or request an application or send a resume to shelley.hoogers@sheldonschools.com.
For questions, contact the Superintendent’s office
Sheldon Community School District, 1700 E. Fourth Street, Sheldon, IA 51201
Sheldon High School Cheer Tryouts Are Coming Up!
Whether you have previous cheer experience or are excited to try something new, we encourage students to step out and give it a shot!
Practices: Monday & Tuesday, March 9 & 10 • 4-5pm
Tryouts: Wednesday, March 11 • 4pm
Whether you have previous cheer experience or are excited to try something new, we encourage students to step out and give it a shot!
Practices: Monday & Tuesday, March 9 & 10 • 4-5pm
Tryouts: Wednesday, March 11 • 4pm
It’s National Public Schools Week — a time to celebrate the incredible impact of public education in our communities!
We are so proud of our public schools and the people who make them such special places to learn and grow. Thank you to our dedicated teachers who inspire, challenge, and support students every single day. Thank you to our staff and employees who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Thank you to our administrators for their leadership and commitment to excellence.
And of course, thank you to our families and students — your partnership, involvement, and school pride make all the difference.
Public schools are the heart of our community, and this week we celebrate each and every person who plays a role in making them strong. Go Orabs!
We are so proud of our public schools and the people who make them such special places to learn and grow. Thank you to our dedicated teachers who inspire, challenge, and support students every single day. Thank you to our staff and employees who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Thank you to our administrators for their leadership and commitment to excellence.
And of course, thank you to our families and students — your partnership, involvement, and school pride make all the difference.
Public schools are the heart of our community, and this week we celebrate each and every person who plays a role in making them strong. Go Orabs!
October Charbonneau created these thoughtful posters to show appreciation for our Sheldon Middle School lunchroom staff, custodians, secretaries, nurses, and paraprofessionals during Kindness Week.
