💻 Sharing Ideas and Inspiring Learning Through Technology! 💻

Congratulations to Brittany Maassen, who presented at the Iowa Technology Conference in Des Moines this month! Her presentation focused on the SAMR model and how technology can enhance instruction and learning in the classroom.

The SAMR model, developed by Dr. Ruben Puentedura, is a framework that helps educators evaluate and integrate technology into teaching and learning.

Also attending the conference from Sheldon were Brittney Youngers, Gina Woelber, instructional coach, and Carla Kleinwolterink, instructional coach.

The Iowa Technology Conference provides educators with valuable ideas, tools, and resources to bring back to their classrooms, promoting student learning, technology integration, and project-based learning.

We are proud of our educators for continuing to learn, collaborate, and find new ways to support student success!
about 2 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
💻 Sharing Ideas and Inspiring Learning Through Technology! 💻 Congratulations to Brittany Maassen, who presented at the Iowa Technology Conference in Des Moines this month! Her presentation focused on the SAMR model and how technology can enhance instruction and learning in the classroom. The SAMR model, developed by Dr. Ruben Puentedura, is a framework that helps educators evaluate and integrate technology into teaching and learning. Also attending the conference from Sheldon were Brittney Youngers, Gina Woelber, instructional coach, and Carla Kleinwolterink, instructional coach. The Iowa Technology Conference provides educators with valuable ideas, tools, and resources to bring back to their classrooms, promoting student learning, technology integration, and project-based learning. We are proud of our educators for continuing to learn, collaborate, and find new ways to support student success!
🏀 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!
1 day 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!
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, MARCHING ORABS! 🎉

The Sheldon Marching Orabs had an outstanding performance at the Quad States Regional Championships on Saturday, October 17!

🏆 Results from Quad States:
🥈 2nd Place – Open Class II
🎖️ Best Color Guard
🏆 Best Overall Effect

Congratulations to our talented musicians, color guard, and directors on an incredible performance! Your hard work and dedication continue to make Orab Nation proud!
1 day ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, MARCHING ORABS! 🎉 The Sheldon Marching Orabs had an outstanding performance at the Quad States Regional Championships on Saturday, October 17! 🏆 Results from Quad States: 🥈 2nd Place – Open Class II 🎖️ Best Color Guard 🏆 Best Overall Effect Congratulations to our talented musicians, color guard, and directors on an incredible performance! Your hard work and dedication continue to make Orab Nation proud!
Pies for a Purpose!

Thank you to The Sheldon Scoop for hosting the Pies for a Purpose fundraiser and for giving back to our schools! We appreciate your generosity and support of Sheldon Community School District.

A special thank-you to two of our district employees, Mr. Groendyke and Jo Stegemann, for participating in this fun event and helping make a difference!

We are grateful to The Sheldon Scoop for organizing this fundraiser and donating to our schools. Thank you for supporting our students and our Orab community! Go Orabs!
5 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Pies for a Purpose! Thank you to The Sheldon Scoop for hosting the Pies for a Purpose fundraiser and for giving back to our schools! We appreciate your generosity and support of Sheldon Community School District. A special thank-you to two of our district employees, Mr. Groendyke and Jo Stegemann, for participating in this fun event and helping make a difference! We are grateful to The Sheldon Scoop for organizing this fundraiser and donating to our schools. Thank you for supporting our students and our Orab community! Go Orabs!
Pies for a Purpose! Thank you to The Sheldon Scoop for hosting the Pies for a Purpose fundraiser and for giving back to our schools! We appreciate your generosity and support of Sheldon Community School District. A special thank-you to two of our district employees, Mr. Groendyke and Jo Stegemann, for participating in this fun event and helping make a difference! We are grateful to The Sheldon Scoop for organizing this fundraiser and donating to our schools. Thank you for supporting our students and our Orab community! Go Orabs!
Pies for a Purpose! Thank you to The Sheldon Scoop for hosting the Pies for a Purpose fundraiser and for giving back to our schools! We appreciate your generosity and support of Sheldon Community School District. A special thank-you to two of our district employees, Mr. Groendyke and Jo Stegemann, for participating in this fun event and helping make a difference! We are grateful to The Sheldon Scoop for organizing this fundraiser and donating to our schools. Thank you for supporting our students and our Orab community! Go Orabs!
🎃👻 HIGH SCHOOL HALLOWEEN DANCE! 🕸️🧡

It's time to get the Halloween fun going after the football game! Join us for the Sheldon High School Halloween Dance, hosted by FBLA!

🧡 ADMISSION:
• $3 in costume
• $5 without a costume
🏆 Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, so get creative and show off your Halloween spirit!

📅 Friday, October 16
🏈 After the football game
📍 Sheldon High School Commons

Grab your friends, bring your Halloween vibes, and get ready for a spooktacular night!
6 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎃👻 HIGH SCHOOL HALLOWEEN DANCE! 🕸️🧡 It's time to get the Halloween fun going after the football game! Join us for the Sheldon High School Halloween Dance, hosted by FBLA! 🧡 ADMISSION: • $3 in costume • $5 without a costume 🏆 Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, so get creative and show off your Halloween spirit! 📅 Friday, October 16 🏈 After the football game 📍 Sheldon High School Commons Grab your friends, bring your Halloween vibes, and get ready for a spooktacular night!
Congratulations, Jayden Hegenbarth!

At the Conference Cross Country Meet on Tuesday, October 13, Jayden finished 4th individually, earning All-Conference honors!

The Sheldon boys also had a strong showing, finishing 5th as a team! Way to represent, Orabs!
6 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Congratulations, Jayden Hegenbarth! At the Conference Cross Country Meet on Tuesday, October 13, Jayden finished 4th individually, earning All-Conference honors! The Sheldon boys also had a strong showing, finishing 5th as a team! Way to represent, Orabs!
Growing as Leaders, Learning Together!

On September 23, members of Sheldon High School’s Student Leadership Team (SLT) attended the Northwest District Leadership Bootcamp at MVAOCOU!

Students connected with other student councils, exchanged ideas, and learned new ways to strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact in their school. These experiences help our Orabs grow as leaders and bring fresh ideas back to Sheldon! Way to represent Orab Nation!
6 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Growing as Leaders, Learning Together! On September 23, members of Sheldon High School’s Student Leadership Team (SLT) attended the Northwest District Leadership Bootcamp at MVAOCOU! Students connected with other student councils, exchanged ideas, and learned new ways to strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact in their school. These experiences help our Orabs grow as leaders and bring fresh ideas back to Sheldon! Way to represent Orab Nation!
Growing as Leaders, Learning Together! On September 23, members of Sheldon High School’s Student Leadership Team (SLT) attended the Northwest District Leadership Bootcamp at MVAOCOU! Students connected with other student councils, exchanged ideas, and learned new ways to strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact in their school. These experiences help our Orabs grow as leaders and bring fresh ideas back to Sheldon! Way to represent Orab Nation!
Growing as Leaders, Learning Together! On September 23, members of Sheldon High School’s Student Leadership Team (SLT) attended the Northwest District Leadership Bootcamp at MVAOCOU! Students connected with other student councils, exchanged ideas, and learned new ways to strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact in their school. These experiences help our Orabs grow as leaders and bring fresh ideas back to Sheldon! Way to represent Orab Nation!
Growing as Leaders, Learning Together! On September 23, members of Sheldon High School’s Student Leadership Team (SLT) attended the Northwest District Leadership Bootcamp at MVAOCOU! Students connected with other student councils, exchanged ideas, and learned new ways to strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact in their school. These experiences help our Orabs grow as leaders and bring fresh ideas back to Sheldon! Way to represent Orab Nation!
The Sheldon School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting tomorrow. Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend to stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our schools.

📅 Wednesday, October 14
⏰ 5:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School Board Room
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
The Sheldon School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting tomorrow. Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend to stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our schools. 📅 Wednesday, October 14 ⏰ 5:00 pm 📍 Sheldon High School Board Room
🏀 IT'S POP-A-SHOT TIME AGAIN, ORAB NATION! 🏀

We're gearing up for another exciting basketball season, and we're looking for sponsors to help make Pop-A-Shot a success! Pop-A-Shot takes place during home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games, and 100% of the proceeds go to support the Sheldon High School basketball program!

This year, we're offering THREE sponsorship levels for your business or family to get involved:
🏆 3-POINTER — $300+
🏀 BANK SHOT — $200
🎯 FREE THROW — $100

📅 DONATIONS DUE: Friday, November 6, 2026.

📩 Ready to sponsor? Contact either of our Pop-A-Shot coordinators:
🏀 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com
🏀 Savannah Sauer: Feel free to reach out to her in person!

Every donation helps support our Orab basketball program, and we appreciate the generosity of our community! Thank you for supporting Sheldon basketball and helping our Orabs have a great season!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏀 IT'S POP-A-SHOT TIME AGAIN, ORAB NATION! 🏀 We're gearing up for another exciting basketball season, and we're looking for sponsors to help make Pop-A-Shot a success! Pop-A-Shot takes place during home Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games, and 100% of the proceeds go to support the Sheldon High School basketball program! This year, we're offering THREE sponsorship levels for your business or family to get involved: 🏆 3-POINTER — $300+ 🏀 BANK SHOT — $200 🎯 FREE THROW — $100 📅 DONATIONS DUE: Friday, November 6, 2026. 📩 Ready to sponsor? Contact either of our Pop-A-Shot coordinators: 🏀 Jessica Brink: orabsathleticboosterclub@gmail.com 🏀 Savannah Sauer: Feel free to reach out to her in person! Every donation helps support our Orab basketball program, and we appreciate the generosity of our community! Thank you for supporting Sheldon basketball and helping our Orabs have a great season!
SENIOR NIGHT AT ORAB FIELD!

Join us this Friday night at Orab Field as we recognize and celebrate our seniors! Help us honor our senior athletes and performers from football, marching band, cheer, and cross country before the football game (7pm start).

Come out, show your support, and help us celebrate these Orabs and all they’ve contributed to Sheldon! Once an Orab, always an Orab!
8 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
SENIOR NIGHT AT ORAB FIELD! Join us this Friday night at Orab Field as we recognize and celebrate our seniors! Help us honor our senior athletes and performers from football, marching band, cheer, and cross country before the football game (7pm start). Come out, show your support, and help us celebrate these Orabs and all they’ve contributed to Sheldon! Once an Orab, always an Orab!
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
8 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
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Dance Team members selected by the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) for All-Iowa Dance!

These talented dancers will have the exciting opportunity to perform at the State Girls Basketball Tournament this winter! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine on the state stage! Go Orabs!
8 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Dance Team members selected by the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) for All-Iowa Dance! These talented dancers will have the exciting opportunity to perform at the State Girls Basketball Tournament this winter! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine on the state stage! Go Orabs!
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Dance Team members selected by the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) for All-Iowa Dance! These talented dancers will have the exciting opportunity to perform at the State Girls Basketball Tournament this winter! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine on the state stage! Go Orabs!
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Dance Team members selected by the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) for All-Iowa Dance! These talented dancers will have the exciting opportunity to perform at the State Girls Basketball Tournament this winter! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine on the state stage! Go Orabs!
Congratulations to the Sheldon High School Dance Team members selected by the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) for All-Iowa Dance! These talented dancers will have the exciting opportunity to perform at the State Girls Basketball Tournament this winter! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine on the state stage! Go Orabs!
JOIN THE ORAB DANCE TEAM FOR A TAILGATE MEAL!

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 5:30-7 pm
📍 Orab Field
🤝 Sponsored by Iowa State Bank

Grab a pulled pork sandwich meal, show your support for our dance team, and get ready to cheer on the Orabs! We appreciate Iowa State Bank for sponsoring this meal and supporting our students!
8 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
JOIN THE ORAB DANCE TEAM FOR A TAILGATE MEAL! 📅 Friday, October 16 ⏰ 5:30-7 pm 📍 Orab Field 🤝 Sponsored by Iowa State Bank Grab a pulled pork sandwich meal, show your support for our dance team, and get ready to cheer on the Orabs! We appreciate Iowa State Bank for sponsoring this meal and supporting our students!
🎼 GOOD LUCK, MARCHING ORABS! 🎼

Come support the Sheldon Marching Orabs as they compete at the Dutchmen Field Competition! Stick around after the awards and enjoy the fireworks at the end of the night! Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Marching Orabs! Good luck Orabs!

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ Performance: 6:00 • Awards Ceremony: 6:35
📍 Korver Field, Northwestern College, Orange City

📸 Image created by Sheldon Mass Media student Jordan Verburg
11 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎼 GOOD LUCK, MARCHING ORABS! 🎼 Come support the Sheldon Marching Orabs as they compete at the Dutchmen Field Competition! Stick around after the awards and enjoy the fireworks at the end of the night! Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Marching Orabs! Good luck Orabs! 📅 Saturday, October 10 ⏰ Performance: 6:00 • Awards Ceremony: 6:35 📍 Korver Field, Northwestern College, Orange City 📸 Image created by Sheldon Mass Media student Jordan Verburg
STATE MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL – THIS SATURDAY!

Sheldon is proud to host the State Marching Band Festival tomorrow! Come out and enjoy an exciting day of incredible performances as marching bands take the field and showcase their hard work, talent, and dedication.

📍 Orab Field – Sheldon, Iowa
📅 Saturday, October 10

We look forward to welcoming bands, families, and fans to Sheldon for a great day of music and school spirit! Good luck to all the participating bands, and Go Orabs!

📸 Schedule images were created by Sheldon High School student Jordan Verburg as part of our Mass Media program.
11 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
STATE MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL – THIS SATURDAY! Sheldon is proud to host the State Marching Band Festival tomorrow! Come out and enjoy an exciting day of incredible performances as marching bands take the field and showcase their hard work, talent, and dedication. 📍 Orab Field – Sheldon, Iowa 📅 Saturday, October 10 We look forward to welcoming bands, families, and fans to Sheldon for a great day of music and school spirit! Good luck to all the participating bands, and Go Orabs! 📸 Schedule images were created by Sheldon High School student Jordan Verburg as part of our Mass Media program.
STATE MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL – THIS SATURDAY! Sheldon is proud to host the State Marching Band Festival tomorrow! Come out and enjoy an exciting day of incredible performances as marching bands take the field and showcase their hard work, talent, and dedication. 📍 Orab Field – Sheldon, Iowa 📅 Saturday, October 10 We look forward to welcoming bands, families, and fans to Sheldon for a great day of music and school spirit! Good luck to all the participating bands, and Go Orabs! 📸 Schedule images were created by Sheldon High School student Jordan Verburg as part of our Mass Media program.
STATE MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL – THIS SATURDAY! Sheldon is proud to host the State Marching Band Festival tomorrow! Come out and enjoy an exciting day of incredible performances as marching bands take the field and showcase their hard work, talent, and dedication. 📍 Orab Field – Sheldon, Iowa 📅 Saturday, October 10 We look forward to welcoming bands, families, and fans to Sheldon for a great day of music and school spirit! Good luck to all the participating bands, and Go Orabs! 📸 Schedule images were created by Sheldon High School student Jordan Verburg as part of our Mass Media program.
📐 LEARNING THROUGH DRAFTING! 📐

Sheldon High School students have been working hard in Drafting class, building valuable skills and putting their creativity and problem-solving abilities to work!

Through projects and practice, students are learning the fundamentals of drafting and developing skills they can use both in the classroom and beyond. We love seeing our Orabs learning today and leading tomorrow! Way to go Orabs!
12 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
📐 LEARNING THROUGH DRAFTING! 📐 Sheldon High School students have been working hard in Drafting class, building valuable skills and putting their creativity and problem-solving abilities to work! Through projects and practice, students are learning the fundamentals of drafting and developing skills they can use both in the classroom and beyond. We love seeing our Orabs learning today and leading tomorrow! Way to go Orabs!
📐 LEARNING THROUGH DRAFTING! 📐 Sheldon High School students have been working hard in Drafting class, building valuable skills and putting their creativity and problem-solving abilities to work! Through projects and practice, students are learning the fundamentals of drafting and developing skills they can use both in the classroom and beyond. We love seeing our Orabs learning today and leading tomorrow! Way to go Orabs!
HAPPY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH DAY!

Thank you for all the time, energy, encouragement, and hard work you pour into our district. You are always willing to listen, share ideas, problem-solve, offer support, and help our teachers continue to grow and learn.

We are incredibly grateful for everything you do to support our staff and help make our schools the best they can be. Thank you for all you do for Orab Nation!
12 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
HAPPY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH DAY! Thank you for all the time, energy, encouragement, and hard work you pour into our district. You are always willing to listen, share ideas, problem-solve, offer support, and help our teachers continue to grow and learn. We are incredibly grateful for everything you do to support our staff and help make our schools the best they can be. Thank you for all you do for Orab Nation!
The Orab Music Boosters will be meeting Thursday! We encourage all parents and supporters of Sheldon music students to attend. It’s a great way to stay informed, get involved, and continue supporting our amazing music programs. We hope to see you there!

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 5:15 pm
📍 Sheldon Middle School Library
13 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
The Orab Music Boosters will be meeting Thursday! We encourage all parents and supporters of Sheldon music students to attend. It’s a great way to stay informed, get involved, and continue supporting our amazing music programs. We hope to see you there! 📅 Thursday, October 8 ⏰ 5:15 pm 📍 Sheldon Middle School Library
Congratulations to Sheldon senior Jaya Paulsen on recording her 1,000th career assist in the Orabs’ game against Central Lyon!

This is no small feat and a tremendous accomplishment for Jaya! We are so proud of her dedication, hard work, and commitment to the volleyball program and her teammates. Congratulations, Jaya, on an incredible milestone!
13 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
Congratulations to Sheldon senior Jaya Paulsen on recording her 1,000th career assist in the Orabs’ game against Central Lyon! This is no small feat and a tremendous accomplishment for Jaya! We are so proud of her dedication, hard work, and commitment to the volleyball program and her teammates. Congratulations, Jaya, on an incredible milestone!
The Sheldon Athletic Booster Club will be holding its monthly meeting Wednesday evening!

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, October 7
⏰ 6:00 pm
📍 Sheldon High School
14 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
The Sheldon Athletic Booster Club will be holding its monthly meeting Wednesday evening! 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, October 7 ⏰ 6:00 pm 📍 Sheldon High School