Sheldon Community School District

Supporting Reading—One Taco at a Time!
Earlier this month, Taco John’s was excited to support Kristin Noack, an 8th-grade teacher at Sheldon Middle School, by providing coupons for her classroom.

She’s inspiring students to read through fun bingo boards and rewarding their efforts with Taco John’s coupons—what a great way to motivate learners! We love seeing teachers go the extra mile for their students. Go Orabs!

Sheldon High School's Champion Network Shines at State Capitol!
Sheldon Community School District’s mentorship program, the Champion Network, was proudly represented at the Iowa State Capitol’s Day on the Hill event by four Sheldon High School seniors. Bella Michels, Sophie Meyer, Brielle Mouw, and Riley Ball, along with sponsors Bailey Hennings and Heath Anderson headed to Des Moines on January 26 for this exciting opportunity.


During the event, the group shared how the Champion Network supports leadership, connection, and student growth within Sheldon CSD. They spoke with numerous state legislators, as well as Lieutenant Governor Chris Cournoyer and Iowa Department of Education Director McKenzie Snow, highlighting the positive impact mentorship programs have on schools and communities.


The four seniors did a fantastic job representing Sheldon CSD and the Champion Network. Their confidence, professionalism, and enthusiasm reflected positively on the district and showcased the strength of Sheldon’s students on a statewide stage. Way to go Orabs!

Congratulations to our 2026 Sheldon High School All-Conference Girls Wrestlers!
We’re proud to recognize the hard work, dedication, and teamwork that each of you has shown throughout the season. Way to represent Sheldon with pride! Go Orabs!

Sheldon High School Winter Formal is this Saturday, January 31, at the Crossroads Pavilion, beginning at 8:00 PM! Don’t miss out—we hope to see you there! 🎶💃🕺

Early sign-up tickets are available now through January 30 for $8. After that, tickets will be $10 at the door. Tickets can be purchased in the office.

There will also be a raffle drawing this year! Raffle tickets are $2 at the door, with a chance to win a $50 gift card to Scheels or Target.

2026 Girls State Wrestling T-shirt order forms are now available! Please have your forms turned in by noon on Wednesday, January 27. Return them to Kory or Julie Roos.

Sheldon Middle School Spirit Week dress-up days are next week—come join the fun and show your school spirit!

Sheldon Middle School students did an amazing job creating hand sculptures in art class as part of a Leader in Me project this past semester. Students enjoyed constructing their sculptures and observing everyone’s creative and impressive work!

Congratulations to Jack Leng and Kolton Roos on an outstanding milestone—earning his 100th varsity career win at the West Lyon Duals on Thursday! Way to represent Orab wrestling with pride—congratulations on an incredible achievement!

Thank you to Sheldon High School graduate, Madison Van Meeteren! She presented to 7th and 8th grade students about becoming an event planner.

Sheldon Community School District will have no school Friday, January 23 due to extreme cold temperatures.

Come down to the O-rena tonight and have some half time fun! Pay a dollar for a chance to win a prize for making a free throw. Pop-a-Shot will take place at the girls and boys varsity basketball game half times.

📅 Friday, January 23
⏰ Varsity Girls - 5:00 pm • Boys to follow (game start times)
📍 Sheldon High School Gym

Congratulations to the Sheldon Middle School students selected to participate in the Strong Foundations Honor Band! 🎶

On January 19, several talented 6th-grade musicians took part in the Strong Foundations Honor Band at Heelan High School in Sioux City. This program provides young instrumental musicians with an excellent ensemble experience in a positive, supportive environment while working with outstanding music educators. Students rehearsed throughout the day and concluded with an evening concert at 6:00 p.m.

Sheldon Community School District will be starting 2 hours late on Friday, January 23 due to inclement weather. There will be no morning preschool, practices, or activities.

Do you have a child who’s ready for preschool?
Join us for our Preschool Open House! 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!

Perspective Insurance is hosting a RED-out game!
Please join us in "remembering everyone deployed" by wearing red at the basketball games on Friday, January 23.

Staff and students are encourage to wear red throughout the day as well to honor our troops overseas. Thank you for your support!

📅 Friday, January 23
⏰ JV Boys- 4:30 pm
📍 Sheldon Middle School Gym
⏰ JV Girls- 4:30 pm • Girls V - 6:00 pm • Boys V 7:30 pm
📍 Sheldon High School Gym

The Sheldon Community School District has open paraeducator positions!

Apply online through Iowa.schoolspring.com or iowa.schoolspring.com/ or contact the Superintendent’s office.
Sheldon Community School District
1700 E. Fourth Street, Sheldon, IA 51201

Congratulations to the Sheldon Middle School Students of the Month - Kenley Robinson, Olivia Griffith, Hayden Beckman and Layla Rodriguez. Thank you for showing what it means to be an Orab each day.

Last week, we honored our wrestling and wrestling cheerleader seniors. Your commitment is admirable, and we wish you all the best in your next chapter!

Jack Leng, Mitchel Fischer, Kolton Roos, Dominic Rounds and Adyn Whitcanack.

East Elementary kindergarteners experimented with watercolor paints to create festive winter-themed artwork!

*Image created by Sheldon High School Mass Media student, Adyn Whitcanack*