🎉 EXCITING NEWS TO CELEBRATE, ORAB NATION! 🎉

Sheldon Community School District is proud to share some outstanding recognition from the latest U.S. News & World Report school rankings! Our schools have earned impressive spots among Iowa schools:

🏆 East Elementary: #4 Best Elementary School in Iowa
🏆 Sheldon Middle School: #10 Best Middle School in Iowa
🏆 Sheldon High School: Ranked in the top third of all Iowa high schools

These accomplishments reflect the dedication, teamwork, and commitment to student success happening throughout our district every day! The strong foundation built at East Elementary carries into middle school and high school, with staff across every building and department playing an important role along the way.

From classroom instruction and student support to the many behind-the-scenes efforts that keep our schools running smoothly, every contribution matters! We are proud of our incredible staff, supportive families, and amazing students who make Sheldon such a special place to learn and grow.

Congratulations, Orabs! This is something our entire district can celebrate!
about 5 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎉 EXCITING NEWS TO CELEBRATE, ORAB NATION! 🎉 Sheldon Community School District is proud to share some outstanding recognition from the latest U.S. News & World Report school rankings! Our schools have earned impressive spots among Iowa schools: 🏆 East Elementary: #4 Best Elementary School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon Middle School: #10 Best Middle School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon High School: Ranked in the top third of all Iowa high schools These accomplishments reflect the dedication, teamwork, and commitment to student success happening throughout our district every day! The strong foundation built at East Elementary carries into middle school and high school, with staff across every building and department playing an important role along the way. From classroom instruction and student support to the many behind-the-scenes efforts that keep our schools running smoothly, every contribution matters! We are proud of our incredible staff, supportive families, and amazing students who make Sheldon such a special place to learn and grow. Congratulations, Orabs! This is something our entire district can celebrate!
🎉 EXCITING NEWS TO CELEBRATE, ORAB NATION! 🎉 Sheldon Community School District is proud to share some outstanding recognition from the latest U.S. News & World Report school rankings! Our schools have earned impressive spots among Iowa schools: 🏆 East Elementary: #4 Best Elementary School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon Middle School: #10 Best Middle School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon High School: Ranked in the top third of all Iowa high schools These accomplishments reflect the dedication, teamwork, and commitment to student success happening throughout our district every day! The strong foundation built at East Elementary carries into middle school and high school, with staff across every building and department playing an important role along the way. From classroom instruction and student support to the many behind-the-scenes efforts that keep our schools running smoothly, every contribution matters! We are proud of our incredible staff, supportive families, and amazing students who make Sheldon such a special place to learn and grow. Congratulations, Orabs! This is something our entire district can celebrate!
🎉 EXCITING NEWS TO CELEBRATE, ORAB NATION! 🎉 Sheldon Community School District is proud to share some outstanding recognition from the latest U.S. News & World Report school rankings! Our schools have earned impressive spots among Iowa schools: 🏆 East Elementary: #4 Best Elementary School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon Middle School: #10 Best Middle School in Iowa 🏆 Sheldon High School: Ranked in the top third of all Iowa high schools These accomplishments reflect the dedication, teamwork, and commitment to student success happening throughout our district every day! The strong foundation built at East Elementary carries into middle school and high school, with staff across every building and department playing an important role along the way. From classroom instruction and student support to the many behind-the-scenes efforts that keep our schools running smoothly, every contribution matters! We are proud of our incredible staff, supportive families, and amazing students who make Sheldon such a special place to learn and grow. Congratulations, Orabs! This is something our entire district can celebrate!
🏀 CUSTOMIZABLE ORAB JERSEYS! 🏀

Show your Orab pride with your very own Sheldon basketball jersey! Whether you're cheering on the Orabs from the stands, participating in school-themed days, showing off your team spirit on game days, or dressing up for spirit days, these jerseys are the perfect way to represent Orab Nation!

🛒 ORDER YOUR JERSEY HERE:
https://orabbasketballjerseys.itemorder.com/shop/home/

📅 Deadline: Thursday, November 5, 2026 (10:59 PM PST)
👕 Available in youth and adult sizes!
✍️ Customizable with your own name and number!

Jerseys will be delivered to the high school office, and we'll distribute them to students!
about 9 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 CUSTOMIZABLE ORAB JERSEYS! 🏀 Show your Orab pride with your very own Sheldon basketball jersey! Whether you're cheering on the Orabs from the stands, participating in school-themed days, showing off your team spirit on game days, or dressing up for spirit days, these jerseys are the perfect way to represent Orab Nation! 🛒 ORDER YOUR JERSEY HERE: https://orabbasketballjerseys.itemorder.com/shop/home/ 📅 Deadline: Thursday, November 5, 2026 (10:59 PM PST) 👕 Available in youth and adult sizes! ✍️ Customizable with your own name and number! Jerseys will be delivered to the high school office, and we'll distribute them to students!
🏀 CALLING ALL ORAB SUPPORTERS! POP-A-SHOT SPONSORS NEEDED! 🏀

Pop-A-Shot returns during our home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games, and we're looking for local businesses, families, and community members to help make it a success. Every dollar raised goes toward supporting the Sheldon High School basketball program!

👇 Choose your shot and become a sponsor! 👇
🏆 3-POINTER — $300+
🏀 BANK SHOT — $200
🎯 FREE THROW — $100

📅 Mark your calendar! All donations are due Friday, November 6, 2026.

Ready to join the team? Get in touch with:
📩 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com
🏫 Savannah Sauer: You can also connect with Savannah in person at school!

We appreciate everyone who helps support our Orab athletes. Thank you for investing in our basketball program and being part of what makes Orab Nation so special. Let's make this year's Pop-A-Shot a winning season!
about 9 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 CALLING ALL ORAB SUPPORTERS! POP-A-SHOT SPONSORS NEEDED! 🏀 Pop-A-Shot returns during our home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games, and we're looking for local businesses, families, and community members to help make it a success. Every dollar raised goes toward supporting the Sheldon High School basketball program! 👇 Choose your shot and become a sponsor! 👇 🏆 3-POINTER — $300+ 🏀 BANK SHOT — $200 🎯 FREE THROW — $100 📅 Mark your calendar! All donations are due Friday, November 6, 2026. Ready to join the team? Get in touch with: 📩 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com 🏫 Savannah Sauer: You can also connect with Savannah in person at school! We appreciate everyone who helps support our Orab athletes. Thank you for investing in our basketball program and being part of what makes Orab Nation so special. Let's make this year's Pop-A-Shot a winning season!
📣 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30! 📣

After a busy week of Parent-Teacher Conferences, students will have Friday off while our teachers take part in a professional development workday.

Enjoy your day off, Orabs! We’ll see you back at school on Monday!
1 day ago, Sheldon Community School District
📣 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30! 📣 After a busy week of Parent-Teacher Conferences, students will have Friday off while our teachers take part in a professional development workday. Enjoy your day off, Orabs! We’ll see you back at school on Monday!
🏀 East Elementary Basketball Camp! 🏀

What an awesome afternoon of basketball! Our 3rd and 4th grade students hit the court last week for a fun-filled camp led by our Sheldon High School girls basketball players and coaches.

With 38 kids participating, it was a great opportunity to build skills, learn from our Orab athletes, and grow their love for the game!

A big thank-you to our high school players, coaches, and everyone who helped make this camp a success! We appreciate you investing your time and sharing your love of basketball with our younger Orabs!
2 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 East Elementary Basketball Camp! 🏀 What an awesome afternoon of basketball! Our 3rd and 4th grade students hit the court last week for a fun-filled camp led by our Sheldon High School girls basketball players and coaches. With 38 kids participating, it was a great opportunity to build skills, learn from our Orab athletes, and grow their love for the game! A big thank-you to our high school players, coaches, and everyone who helped make this camp a success! We appreciate you investing your time and sharing your love of basketball with our younger Orabs!
🏀 East Elementary Basketball Camp! 🏀 What an awesome afternoon of basketball! Our 3rd and 4th grade students hit the court last week for a fun-filled camp led by our Sheldon High School girls basketball players and coaches. With 38 kids participating, it was a great opportunity to build skills, learn from our Orab athletes, and grow their love for the game! A big thank-you to our high school players, coaches, and everyone who helped make this camp a success! We appreciate you investing your time and sharing your love of basketball with our younger Orabs!
🎃🍂 East Elementary TK Visits Fields of Fun! 🍂🎃

Our East Elementary TK students enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Fields of Fun near Sioux Center! During their visit, students attended Pumpkin School and learned about the pumpkin life cycle, different varieties of pumpkins, and all the things pumpkins can be made into.

The fun continued as students explored the corn maze, visited the animals, and picked their very own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch! What a wonderful hands-on learning experience filled with fall fun!
2 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎃🍂 East Elementary TK Visits Fields of Fun! 🍂🎃 Our East Elementary TK students enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Fields of Fun near Sioux Center! During their visit, students attended Pumpkin School and learned about the pumpkin life cycle, different varieties of pumpkins, and all the things pumpkins can be made into. The fun continued as students explored the corn maze, visited the animals, and picked their very own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch! What a wonderful hands-on learning experience filled with fall fun!
🎃🍂 East Elementary TK Visits Fields of Fun! 🍂🎃 Our East Elementary TK students enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Fields of Fun near Sioux Center! During their visit, students attended Pumpkin School and learned about the pumpkin life cycle, different varieties of pumpkins, and all the things pumpkins can be made into. The fun continued as students explored the corn maze, visited the animals, and picked their very own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch! What a wonderful hands-on learning experience filled with fall fun!
🏆🌟 THERE IS A LEADER IN YOU! 🌟🏆

This school year at East Elementary, students are learning about positive habits that can help them grow into confident, responsible leaders.

📚 OCTOBER - HABIT #2: BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND 📚
Our Orabs are learning to think ahead, set goals, and make choices that help them build a bright future! Habit #2 means: I plan ahead. I set goals. I think about my future. look for ways to be a good citizen.

Congratulations to our October award winners! We are so proud of the way you are showing leadership each and every day! Keep up the amazing work, Orabs!
3 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏆🌟 THERE IS A LEADER IN YOU! 🌟🏆 This school year at East Elementary, students are learning about positive habits that can help them grow into confident, responsible leaders. 📚 OCTOBER - HABIT #2: BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND 📚 Our Orabs are learning to think ahead, set goals, and make choices that help them build a bright future! Habit #2 means: I plan ahead. I set goals. I think about my future. look for ways to be a good citizen. Congratulations to our October award winners! We are so proud of the way you are showing leadership each and every day! Keep up the amazing work, Orabs!
🎯🏀 TAKE YOUR SHOT AT SUPPORTING ORAB BASKETBALL! 🏀🎯

Pop-A-Shot is coming back for basketball season, and we're inviting our amazing Orab community to be part of the action!

👇 We have three sponsorship options available this year. Which one is your shot? 👇
🏆 3-POINTER | $300+
🏀 BANK SHOT | $200
🎯 FREE THROW | $100

📅 Sponsorship donations must be received by Friday, November 6, 2026.

Contact us to become a sponsor!
📩 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com
🏫 Savannah Sauer: Stop by and connect with her in person at school!

Whether you're a local business, family, or community supporter, your generosity helps our Orab basketball players succeed. Thanks for stepping up to the line and supporting Sheldon basketball! Let's make this season a slam dunk!
3 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎯🏀 TAKE YOUR SHOT AT SUPPORTING ORAB BASKETBALL! 🏀🎯 Pop-A-Shot is coming back for basketball season, and we're inviting our amazing Orab community to be part of the action! 👇 We have three sponsorship options available this year. Which one is your shot? 👇 🏆 3-POINTER | $300+ 🏀 BANK SHOT | $200 🎯 FREE THROW | $100 📅 Sponsorship donations must be received by Friday, November 6, 2026. Contact us to become a sponsor! 📩 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com 🏫 Savannah Sauer: Stop by and connect with her in person at school! Whether you're a local business, family, or community supporter, your generosity helps our Orab basketball players succeed. Thanks for stepping up to the line and supporting Sheldon basketball! Let's make this season a slam dunk!
EAST ELEMENTARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to our students of the month of October! Your positive attitudes, hard work, and kindness make a difference every day. We’re proud of the example you set for your classmates—keep up the great work! Way to go Orabs!
3 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
EAST ELEMENTARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Congratulations to our students of the month of October! Your positive attitudes, hard work, and kindness make a difference every day. We’re proud of the example you set for your classmates—keep up the great work! Way to go Orabs!
Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences start on Monday! Mark your calendars for the following dates and times:

📅 Monday, October 26 | 4:00–8:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, October 28 | 2:45–6:00 PM

⏰ Reminder: School will dismiss at 2:00 PM on both days.
We look forward to connecting with our families and celebrating student progress!

#leadon #orabs #sheldonorabs #orabnation #sheldoncommunityschooldistrict #parentteacherconference #sheldonhighschool #sheldonmiddleschool #sheldoneastelementary
4 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner! Mark your calendars for the following dates and times: 📅 Monday, October 26 | 4:00–8:00 PM 📅 Wednesday, October 28 | 2:45–6:00 PM ⏰ Reminder: School will dismiss at 2:00 PM on both days. We look forward to connecting with our families and celebrating student progress! #leadon #orabs #sheldonorabs #orabnation #sheldoncommunityschooldistrict #parentteacherconference #sheldonhighschool #sheldonmiddleschool #sheldoneastelementary
STATE CROSS COUNTRY SHIRTS ARE HERE TO ORDER!
Show your Orab pride and get your State XC shirt ordered!

💻 ORDER LINK: https://sheldonhsstatexc2026.itemorder.com/
📅 DEADLINE: Sunday, October 25 at 11:59 pm

Be sure to get your order in on time so shirts can arrive in time for State Cross Country next Friday! Shirts will be available to pickup at the high school next Wednesday or Thursday. Let’s Go, Orabs!
5 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
STATE CROSS COUNTRY SHIRTS ARE HERE TO ORDER! Show your Orab pride and get your State XC shirt ordered! 💻 ORDER LINK: https://sheldonhsstatexc2026.itemorder.com/ 📅 DEADLINE: Sunday, October 25 at 11:59 pm Be sure to get your order in on time so shirts can arrive in time for State Cross Country next Friday! Shirts will be available to pickup at the high school next Wednesday or Thursday. Let’s Go, Orabs!
🏀 GEAR UP FOR ORAB BASKETBALL! 🏀

Show off your Orab pride this winter! The Sheldon Orab Basketball Store is open and ready for your orders. Check out the selection, find your favorite gear, and get ready to cheer on the Orabs this season!

📅 Order deadline: November 2

🛒 Shop the store:
https://sheldonorabbasketball2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Don't miss out! Get your orders in before the store closes and represent Orab Nation all basketball season long!
5 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 GEAR UP FOR ORAB BASKETBALL! 🏀 Show off your Orab pride this winter! The Sheldon Orab Basketball Store is open and ready for your orders. Check out the selection, find your favorite gear, and get ready to cheer on the Orabs this season! 📅 Order deadline: November 2 🛒 Shop the store: https://sheldonorabbasketball2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/ Don't miss out! Get your orders in before the store closes and represent Orab Nation all basketball season long!
MR. GROENDYKES CHICKENS

A fun surprise at East Elementary! First-grade students surprised Mr. Groendyke with the chicken finger puppets they made. What a fun way to share their creativity and bring a smile to his day!

🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by students Dylan Iedema, John Wolf, Mason Klein, Devin Van Regenmorter, Caden Osborn, and Jon Mejia.
5 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
MR. GROENDYKES CHICKENS A fun surprise at East Elementary! First-grade students surprised Mr. Groendyke with the chicken finger puppets they made. What a fun way to share their creativity and bring a smile to his day! 🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by students Dylan Iedema, John Wolf, Mason Klein, Devin Van Regenmorter, Caden Osborn, and Jon Mejia.
🏈🏐 REMINDER, East Elementary Families! ⚾🏀

Friday, October 23, is Orab Celebration Day! 🎉 East Elementary students are encouraged to wear their favorite sports-themed apparel to show their team spirit and celebrate our Orabs!

Let’s see that Orab pride! Go Orabs!
6 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏈🏐 REMINDER, East Elementary Families! ⚾🏀 Friday, October 23, is Orab Celebration Day! 🎉 East Elementary students are encouraged to wear their favorite sports-themed apparel to show their team spirit and celebrate our Orabs! Let’s see that Orab pride! Go Orabs!
That’s a wrap on the first quarter! Great job, Orabs, on all your hard work and accomplishments so far this school year! Keep putting in the effort, staying focused, and striving to do your best. We’re proud of you and look forward to seeing all you accomplish in the next quarter! Go Orabs!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
That’s a wrap on the first quarter! Great job, Orabs, on all your hard work and accomplishments so far this school year! Keep putting in the effort, staying focused, and striving to do your best. We’re proud of you and look forward to seeing all you accomplish in the next quarter! Go Orabs!
📣 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30! 📣

After a busy week of Parent-Teacher Conferences, students will have Friday off while our teachers take part in a professional development workday.

Enjoy your day off, Orabs! We’ll see you back at school on Monday!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
📣 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30! 📣 After a busy week of Parent-Teacher Conferences, students will have Friday off while our teachers take part in a professional development workday. Enjoy your day off, Orabs! We’ll see you back at school on Monday!
🏀 HELP US TAKE POP-A-SHOT TO THE NEXT LEVEL! 🏀

Basketball season is right around the corner, and it's time to line up our Pop-A-Shot sponsors! Join us in supporting Sheldon Orab basketball by sponsoring Pop-A-Shot during our home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games. All proceeds go directly to the Sheldon High School basketball program!

There are THREE ways to get in the game this year:
🏆 3-POINTER | $300+
🏀 BANK SHOT | $200
🎯 FREE THROW | $100

📅 Sponsorship donations are due Friday, November 6, 2026!

Want to be part of the action? Reach out to one of our coordinators:
🏀 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com
🏀 Savannah Sauer: Connect with her in person at school!

Every sponsorship helps support our Orab basketball players, and we're grateful for the businesses, families, and community members who step up to support our teams. Thanks for helping make this season a slam dunk!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 HELP US TAKE POP-A-SHOT TO THE NEXT LEVEL! 🏀 Basketball season is right around the corner, and it's time to line up our Pop-A-Shot sponsors! Join us in supporting Sheldon Orab basketball by sponsoring Pop-A-Shot during our home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games. All proceeds go directly to the Sheldon High School basketball program! There are THREE ways to get in the game this year: 🏆 3-POINTER | $300+ 🏀 BANK SHOT | $200 🎯 FREE THROW | $100 📅 Sponsorship donations are due Friday, November 6, 2026! Want to be part of the action? Reach out to one of our coordinators: 🏀 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com 🏀 Savannah Sauer: Connect with her in person at school! Every sponsorship helps support our Orab basketball players, and we're grateful for the businesses, families, and community members who step up to support our teams. Thanks for helping make this season a slam dunk!
🏈🏀 East Elementary Orab Celebration Day is THIS FRIDAY! ⚾🏐

📅 Friday, October 23
📍 East Elementary

We’re bringing the team spirit to East Elementary with a sports-themed Orab Celebration Day! Students are encouraged to wear their favorite team apparel as they participate in fun, sports-themed crafts and activities focused on reading, math, and writing.

It’s a great day to learn, celebrate, and show off that Orab pride!
9 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏈🏀 East Elementary Orab Celebration Day is THIS FRIDAY! ⚾🏐 📅 Friday, October 23 📍 East Elementary We’re bringing the team spirit to East Elementary with a sports-themed Orab Celebration Day! Students are encouraged to wear their favorite team apparel as they participate in fun, sports-themed crafts and activities focused on reading, math, and writing. It’s a great day to learn, celebrate, and show off that Orab pride!
🏀 ORAB BASKETBALL STORE IS NOW OPEN! 🏀

Show your Orab pride this basketball season! The Sheldon Orab Basketball Store is officially open, and now is the time to get your orders in. Check out the gear and find your favorites!

📅 Order deadline: November 2
🛒 Shop here: https://sheldonorabbasketball2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Don't wait until the last minute! Get your orders in and gear up for winter basketball!
9 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 ORAB BASKETBALL STORE IS NOW OPEN! 🏀 Show your Orab pride this basketball season! The Sheldon Orab Basketball Store is officially open, and now is the time to get your orders in. Check out the gear and find your favorites! 📅 Order deadline: November 2 🛒 Shop here: https://sheldonorabbasketball2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/ Don't wait until the last minute! Get your orders in and gear up for winter basketball!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples.

A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
12 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!
Sheldon East Elementary kindergarteners had a great day at Nystrom Apple Orchard! Our students enjoyed a fun-filled field trip where they listened to an apple-themed story, made feeders for animals, and had the opportunity to feed the animals apples. A big thank-you to Nystrom Apple Orchard for welcoming our students and providing such a fun learning experience! Way to go Orabs!