Sheldon Community School District will be starting two hours late on Monday, March 16. Early dismissal and conferences will occur as scheduled.
East Elementary’s Annual Book Fair starts on Monday!
Before the fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. eWallet is your child’s digital payment account. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair.
All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $35.
Visit our Book Fair page to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eastelementaryschool3
Before the fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. eWallet is your child’s digital payment account. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair.
All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $35.
Visit our Book Fair page to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eastelementaryschool3
The Orab Spring Store is now live, orders can be placed using the link below!
https://sheldonspringsports2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Deadline: Thursday, March 19, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Orders will be available at the HS 4-6 weeks from closing of the store.
https://sheldonspringsports2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Deadline: Thursday, March 19, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Orders will be available at the HS 4-6 weeks from closing of the store.
East Elementary 3rd graders wrapped up their fractions unit in a fun and creative way by designing their very own pizzerias! Students reviewed important fraction skills while planning and creating their own pizzas.
A huge thank you to Sheldon Pizza Ranch for generously donating the pizza boxes!
A huge thank you to Sheldon Pizza Ranch for generously donating the pizza boxes!
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
Purchase delicious butter braids and help Sheldon East Elementary reach our goal by supporting our fundraiser!! Every purchase helps us move closer to our goal and directly supports opportunities and resources for our students and school community.
The fundraiser will run through Monday, March 16, 2026.
To place an order order, contact the office at 712-324-4337, or go online:
https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/Promote/bd7d8487-eb5b-4ba5-b95c-2aa8714e3899?dd=TGdyPsPXPwcBI4+WA/CuYKIwtUouiJfcDXM7abREuJE
Your support truly makes a difference, and we greatly appreciate you helping our school reach its goal. Thank you for supporting Sheldon East Elementary!
The fundraiser will run through Monday, March 16, 2026.
To place an order order, contact the office at 712-324-4337, or go online:
https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/Promote/bd7d8487-eb5b-4ba5-b95c-2aa8714e3899?dd=TGdyPsPXPwcBI4+WA/CuYKIwtUouiJfcDXM7abREuJE
Your support truly makes a difference, and we greatly appreciate you helping our school reach its goal. Thank you for supporting Sheldon East Elementary!
The Orab Spring Store is now live! Orders will be available at Sheldon High School 4-6 weeks from closing of the store.
Order are due by Thursday, March 19, 2026
https://sheldonspringsports2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Order are due by Thursday, March 19, 2026
https://sheldonspringsports2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
The Orab School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting today. Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend to stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our schools.
📅 Wednesday, March 11
⏰ 5:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
📅 Wednesday, March 11
⏰ 5:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
Mark your calendars - there will be no school on Friday, March 20.
The Sheldon High School girls basketball team started the morning off in the best way by welcoming East Elementary students with smiles and high fives as they arrived at school!
It was a fun way to spread some positivity and school spirit, and the younger students loved the encouragement from our athletes. Thank you to the girls team for being great role models and helping make the start of the day extra special! Go Orabs!
It was a fun way to spread some positivity and school spirit, and the younger students loved the encouragement from our athletes. Thank you to the girls team for being great role models and helping make the start of the day extra special! Go Orabs!
East Elementary’s Annual Book Fair is just around the corner!
Before the fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. eWallet is your child’s digital payment account. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair.
All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $35.
Visit our Book Fair page to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eastelementaryschool3
Before the fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. eWallet is your child’s digital payment account. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair.
All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $35.
Visit our Book Fair page to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eastelementaryschool3
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.
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
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
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!
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
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!
