🏈 Throwback Thursday: Football Edition! 🏈
Taking it back to some Orab football memories!

🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by student Peyton Crawley.
about 20 hours ago, Sheldon Community School District
🏈 Throwback Thursday: Football Edition! 🏈 Taking it back to some Orab football memories! 🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by student Peyton Crawley.
🎉 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!
1 day 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!
1 day 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!
1 day 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!
2 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 SEND OUR ORABS TO STATE!

Let’s show our Sheldon boys some support as they get ready to compete at the State Meet on Friday! We’re collecting goodies for the guys heading to State Cross Country. Donations can be dropped off at the Sheldon High School office through Thursday, October 29.

Thank you for helping us support our Orabs and cheer them on as they represent Sheldon! Go Orabs!
2 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
HELP SEND OUR ORABS TO STATE! Let’s show our Sheldon boys some support as they get ready to compete at the State Meet on Friday! We’re collecting goodies for the guys heading to State Cross Country. Donations can be dropped off at the Sheldon High School office through Thursday, October 29. Thank you for helping us support our Orabs and cheer them on as they represent Sheldon! Go Orabs!
🎶 Parent Jazz Choir Meeting 🎶

📅 Tuesday, October 27
⏰ 6:30 pm
📍 Sheldon High School

We’re looking forward to connecting with parents to discuss details regarding the upcoming jazz choir season.
3 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🎶 Parent Jazz Choir Meeting 🎶 📅 Tuesday, October 27 ⏰ 6:30 pm 📍 Sheldon High School We’re looking forward to connecting with parents to discuss details regarding the upcoming jazz choir season.
🏀 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!
3 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!
🎯🏀 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!
4 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!
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
5 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!
6 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!
6 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.
7 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.
🧡🖤 CONGRATULATIONS, ORAB DANCERS! 🖤🧡

Congratulations to Adriana Winkel and Audrina Ramirez on earning Division I ratings at the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) Solo Dance Competition on Thursday, October 22!

A special shoutout to Audrina Ramirez, who will be advancing to the state competition!

We are proud of both dancers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performances. Best of luck to Audrina as she takes the next step to STATE!
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
🧡🖤 CONGRATULATIONS, ORAB DANCERS! 🖤🧡 Congratulations to Adriana Winkel and Audrina Ramirez on earning Division I ratings at the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association (ISDTA) Solo Dance Competition on Thursday, October 22! A special shoutout to Audrina Ramirez, who will be advancing to the state competition! We are proud of both dancers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performances. Best of luck to Audrina as she takes the next step to STATE!
CONGRATULATIONS, ORAB STATE QUALIFIERS!

What a great day for Sheldon Boys Cross Country! The Orabs competed today, Thursday, October 22, at the Class 2A SQM 1 meet in Eagle Grove, and our runners delivered outstanding performances!

🏅 Sheldon Results:
• Malakai Vermeer – 4th Place
• Jayden Hegenbarth – 5th Place
• Lewis Scheaffer – 13th Place

Congratulations to these athletes on a fantastic season and earning their place among Iowa's best! Next stop: STATE!

📅 Class 1A & 2A State Meet: Friday, October 30, 2026
7 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
CONGRATULATIONS, ORAB STATE QUALIFIERS! What a great day for Sheldon Boys Cross Country! The Orabs competed today, Thursday, October 22, at the Class 2A SQM 1 meet in Eagle Grove, and our runners delivered outstanding performances! 🏅 Sheldon Results: • Malakai Vermeer – 4th Place • Jayden Hegenbarth – 5th Place • Lewis Scheaffer – 13th Place Congratulations to these athletes on a fantastic season and earning their place among Iowa's best! Next stop: STATE! 📅 Class 1A & 2A State Meet: Friday, October 30, 2026
THROWBACK THURSDAY

Throwing it back to 2000! Here are some of Sheldon’s Homecoming King and Queen candidates from years past.

🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by student John Wolf.
8 days ago, Sheldon Community School District
THROWBACK THURSDAY Throwing it back to 2000! Here are some of Sheldon’s Homecoming King and Queen candidates from years past. 🎬 Image created as part of the Sheldon High School Mass Media program by student John Wolf.
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!
8 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!
8 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!
8 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!
💻 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!
9 days 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!