East Elementary Spring Concerts are coming up next week! Our students have been working hard practicing their songs, learning new skills, and preparing an exciting performance. We can’t wait for you to see and hear all of their efforts come to life on stage! Go Orabs!

Monday, April 13
3rd grade - 6:30pm
4th grade - 7:15pm

Tuesday, April 14
1st grade - 6:30pm
2nd grade - 7:15pm
about 19 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
East Elementary Spring Concerts are coming up next week! Our students have been working hard practicing their songs, learning new skills, and preparing an exciting performance. We can’t wait for you to see and hear all of their efforts come to life on stage! Monday, April 13 3rd grade - 6:30pm 4th grade - 7:15pm Tuesday, April 14 1st grade - 6:30pm 2nd grade - 7:15pm
East Elementary 1D earned a classroom reward for their hard work over the past couple of weeks—enjoying lunch right in their classroom! Way to go Orabs!
2 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
East Elementary 1D earned a classroom reward for their hard work over the past couple of weeks—enjoying lunch right in their classroom! Way to go Orabs!
Happy National School Librarian Day!

Today we celebrate our amazing school librarians who inspire a love of reading, support student learning, and help our schools run smoothly every day. Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our students and staff! We appreciate you!
4 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Happy National School Librarian Day! Today we celebrate our amazing school librarians who inspire a love of reading, support student learning, and help our schools run smoothly every day. Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our students and staff! We appreciate you!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
6 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Sheldon East Elementary students recently participated in the Playmaker’s Camp at MOC-Floyd Valley, gaining valuable skills and experience while having a great time!
Today we celebrate and thank our incredible paraprofessionals at Sheldon Community School District! 🧡

Your dedication, patience, and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every single day. From providing one-on-one assistance to helping create a positive and inclusive learning environment, your impact does not go unnoticed.

We are grateful for all that you do to help our students learn, grow, and succeed. Thank you for being such an important part of our Orab family!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Today we celebrate and thank our incredible paraprofessionals at Sheldon Community School District! 🧡 Your dedication, patience, and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every single day. From providing one-on-one assistance to helping create a positive and inclusive learning environment, your impact does not go unnoticed. We are grateful for all that you do to help our students learn, grow, and succeed. Thank you for being such an important part of our Orab family!
The Sheldon Athletic Booster Club will be holding its monthly meeting tonight!

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!

📅 Wednesday, April 1
⏰ 6:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
The Sheldon Athletic Booster Club will be holding its monthly meeting tonight! 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! 📅 Wednesday, April 1 ⏰ 6:00 pm 📍 Sheldon High School
Sheldon Community School District will have no school on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a wonderful time off!
8 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon Community School District will have no school on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a wonderful time off!
Sheldon Community School District Transition Planning Night is tomorrow. 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
10 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon Community School District Transition Planning Night is tomorrow. 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
ISASP testing for 3rd and 4th grade East Elementary students begins this week!

Make sure your students get a good night’s sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives at school on time . Come ready to do your best and show what you’ve learned this year. Good luck, Orabs!
10 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
ISASP testing for 3rd and 4th grade East Elementary students begins this week! Make sure your students get a good night’s sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives at school on time . Come ready to do your best and show what you’ve learned this year. Good luck, Orabs!
The Sheldon Community School District has open positions! Join a supportive team that is dedicated to helping students learn, grow, and succeed every day. Go Orabs!

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
11 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
The Sheldon Community School District has open positions! Join a supportive team that is dedicated to helping students learn, grow, and succeed every day. Go Orabs! 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
Congratulations to our 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!
12 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Congratulations to our 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!
Head down to the Sheldon High School auditorium tomorrow night to enjoy an evening of great performances by our talented jazz band and show choirs! We hope to see you there for a night of fantastic music and entertainment. Go Orabs!

Tickets can be purchased through:
https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/sheldon/tickets
13 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Head down to the Sheldon High School auditorium tomorrow night to enjoy an evening of great performances by our talented jazz band and show choirs! We hope to see you there for a night of fantastic music and entertainment. Go Orabs! Tickets can be purchased through: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/sheldon/tickets
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit.

The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
13 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
East Elementary second graders got into the March Madness spirit with a fun book bracket! Students spent time reading and voting for their favorite stories during their March Book Madness unit. The exciting culminating activity took at the high school gym. Second graders were led by Sheldon High School girls basketball players through a variety of fun basketball skill activities. A big thank you to the girls basketball team for helping teach basketball fundamentals and making the experience extra special! It was a slam dunk way to celebrate reading and movement! Way to go, Orabs!
Sheldon Community School District will have no school on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a wonderful time off!
13 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon Community School District will have no school on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a wonderful time off!
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
14 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
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
Mrs. Ney’s first-grade class kicked off their afternoon with fun addition and subtraction activities! We have some very smart Orabs!

*Image created by Sheldon High School Mass Media student, Adyn Whitcanack*
16 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Mrs. Ney’s first-grade class kicked off their afternoon with fun addition and subtraction activities! We have some very smart Orabs! *Image created by Sheldon High School Mass Media student, Adyn Whitcanack*
Mrs. Ney’s first-grade class kicked off their afternoon with fun addition and subtraction activities! We have some very smart Orabs! *Image created by Sheldon High School Mass Media student, Adyn Whitcanack*
Join the team at Sheldon Community School District!

Whether you are interested in teaching, support staff, coaching, or other opportunities, we invite you to explore how you can become part of the Orab family. Come make a difference in a community that values education, teamwork, and school pride!

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
19 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Join the team at Sheldon Community School District! Whether you are interested in teaching, support staff, coaching, or other opportunities, we invite you to explore how you can become part of the Orab family. Come make a difference in a community that values education, teamwork, and school pride! 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 East Elementary kindergarteners had a fun-filled celebration during Dr. Seuss Week!

Students tried green eggs just like in Green Eggs and Ham, created their own Cat in the Hat hats, and graphed their favorite Dr. Seuss books. It was a wonderful week of reading, creativity, and hands-on learning!
22 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a fun-filled celebration during Dr. Seuss Week! Students tried green eggs just like in Green Eggs and Ham, created their own Cat in the Hat hats, and graphed their favorite Dr. Seuss books. It was a wonderful week of reading, creativity, and hands-on learning!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a fun-filled celebration during Dr. Seuss Week! Students tried green eggs just like in Green Eggs and Ham, created their own Cat in the Hat hats, and graphed their favorite Dr. Seuss books. It was a wonderful week of reading, creativity, and hands-on learning!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a fun-filled celebration during Dr. Seuss Week! Students tried green eggs just like in Green Eggs and Ham, created their own Cat in the Hat hats, and graphed their favorite Dr. Seuss books. It was a wonderful week of reading, creativity, and hands-on learning!
Due to no school on Monday, parent/teacher conferences will now be held on Tuesday. Wednesday’s conferences will take place as originally scheduled.

There will be a one-hour early dismissal on both days.
23 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Due to no school on Monday, parent/teacher conferences will now be held on Tuesday. Wednesday’s conferences will take place as originally scheduled. There will be a one-hour early dismissal on both days.
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.
23 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
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.