We at Dieterich Schools are saddened to hear of the passing of Ernie Garbe. Mr. Garbe was a past graduate of Dieterich Schools and a former school board member.
Ernie was a true champion for all things Dieterich. He served on various committees and groups that focused on the betterment and progress of the community. He truly had a servant heart. The Dieterich Community is a much better place because of Ernie.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
https://www.thexradio.com/news/obits/50549-ernest-edward-garbe-95-of-dieterich/
Ernie was a true champion for all things Dieterich. He served on various committees and groups that focused on the betterment and progress of the community. He truly had a servant heart. The Dieterich Community is a much better place because of Ernie.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
https://www.thexradio.com/news/obits/50549-ernest-edward-garbe-95-of-dieterich/
News Release
Dieterich High School
Boys’ Varsity Basketball
Season Ticket Information
Dieterich High School will be selling Reserve Seat Season Tickets for High School Boys’ Basketball games to past season ticket holders on November 2-6. Season tickets remaining will be on sale to the general public beginning November 9. Individual and family season passes are also available which allow admission to all regular season Junior/Senior High School athletic events during the 2026-2027 school year. The prices of the tickets and passes are as follows:
Season Basketball Tickets $36.00
Individual Season Pass $38.00
Family Season Pass $90.00
Tickets and passes may be purchased in the High School Office from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.
*Regular game admission prices are:
$4.00 Adults
$2.00 Students (Grades K-12) & Senior Citizens age 65+
Start your Thanksgiving with the DCEF at their annual Turkey Trot. Register by Nov. 5 to receive a shirt.
https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Dieterich/DieterichTurkeyTrot5KRunWalk
Every month we have a drawing to reward students who have been model Roadrunners and Maroons. The October winners are Briley Bohnhoff, Dawson Miller, and Emma McMahon. Congratulations!
The students in Mrs. Kinkelaar's Accounting class took their T-Accounts outside to enjoy the beautiful Fall weather. Named after its shape—which resembles the letter "T"—it splits account entries into two distinct sides to track debits and credits.
It was the annual end of the 1st Quarter "Fun Day." Students were dismissed from their afternoon classes as a reward for a good start to the school year. Thank you to the Student Council sponsors and students for putting together a great event!
Jenna and Jenna are off to Normal!
Best of luck girls!
Congratulations to Jenna Ambuehl and Jenna Bohnhoff for earning a spot in the IESA State Cross Country Championship!
This is the second year in a row these two ladies will be representing our school and community in Normal.
Good luck on Saturday Jenna A. and Jenna B!
DIETERICH UNIT #30 COACHING VACANCIES
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
Assistant HS/JV Scholar Bowl Coach
Letter of application and any available credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Unit #30
Mrs. Donetta Ohnesorge, Athletic Director
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5247
dohnesorge@dieterichschools.org
Applications will be evaluated upon submission. Candidate selection could occur during the application process. Please submit application ASAP.
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
Assistant HS/JV Scholar Bowl Coach
Letter of application and any available credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Unit #30
Mrs. Donetta Ohnesorge, Athletic Director
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5247
dohnesorge@dieterichschools.org
Applications will be evaluated upon submission. Candidate selection could occur during the application process. Please submit application ASAP.
The Dieterich Community Education Foundation has partnered with The Giving Plate by Deb's Catering to offer delicious frozen meal packs!
Pickup is on Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria—right during Parent-Teacher Conferences! Grab dinner for the freezer while you’re already at the school meeting with teachers.
Each pack comes with 5 delicious family meals (with options for families of 2, 4, or 6!). You can even add on their famous Chicken Pot Pie!
🗓️ Order Deadline: Monday, October 12th
📍 Pickup: Tuesday, October 20th (4:30 – 8 PM @ High School Cafeteria)
🔗 Order online at: www.thegivingplatefundraisers.com
All proceeds go directly to support the Dieterich Community Education Foundation! Thank you for supporting our students and schools!
Pickup is on Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria—right during Parent-Teacher Conferences! Grab dinner for the freezer while you’re already at the school meeting with teachers.
Each pack comes with 5 delicious family meals (with options for families of 2, 4, or 6!). You can even add on their famous Chicken Pot Pie!
🗓️ Order Deadline: Monday, October 12th
📍 Pickup: Tuesday, October 20th (4:30 – 8 PM @ High School Cafeteria)
🔗 Order online at: www.thegivingplatefundraisers.com
All proceeds go directly to support the Dieterich Community Education Foundation! Thank you for supporting our students and schools!
Today, the morning and afternoon preschool classes had their fieldtrip to the Montrose Fire Department. Thank you to the Montrose Fire Department for hosting them!
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Dear Dieterich Community,
Please join us as we welcome home the Dieterich Junior High Roadrunners following an incredible run at the state tournament, where the team earned a fourth-place finish!
We invite the community to come out and celebrate the boys and their coaches on Monday, October 12.
5:45 PM — Fire Truck Escort Around Town
Line the streets and help welcome the team home as they return from their state run.
6:00 PM — Welcome Home Celebration
Dieterich School Cafeteria
Following the fire truck escort, the team and coaches will be honored at a welcome home celebration in the school cafeteria. A cake reception will be held following the celebration.
This event is open to the public, and we encourage families, students, friends, and community members to come out and show these Roadrunners just how proud we are of their outstanding season and fourth-place state finish.
We hope to see you there!
Welcome home, Roadrunners!
Please join us as we welcome home the Dieterich Junior High Roadrunners following an incredible run at the state tournament, where the team earned a fourth-place finish!
We invite the community to come out and celebrate the boys and their coaches on Monday, October 12.
5:45 PM — Fire Truck Escort Around Town
Line the streets and help welcome the team home as they return from their state run.
6:00 PM — Welcome Home Celebration
Dieterich School Cafeteria
Following the fire truck escort, the team and coaches will be honored at a welcome home celebration in the school cafeteria. A cake reception will be held following the celebration.
This event is open to the public, and we encourage families, students, friends, and community members to come out and show these Roadrunners just how proud we are of their outstanding season and fourth-place state finish.
We hope to see you there!
Welcome home, Roadrunners!
Trial and error. Experiment and recalibrate. Engineering and programming. Busy day in STEM class.
DIETERICH UNIT #30 VACANCY
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
Substitute Bus Driver
Route Pay Ranges $18.14 – $37.69
Letter of application, resume and credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Unit #30
Mr. Cary Jackson
205 S. Pine St.
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5249
cjackson@dieterichschools.org
Applications will be evaluated upon submission. Interviews and candidate selection could occur during the application process. Please submit application ASAP.
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
Substitute Bus Driver
Route Pay Ranges $18.14 – $37.69
Letter of application, resume and credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Unit #30
Mr. Cary Jackson
205 S. Pine St.
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5249
cjackson@dieterichschools.org
Applications will be evaluated upon submission. Interviews and candidate selection could occur during the application process. Please submit application ASAP.
Important Reminder: Upcoming School Schedule
Just a reminder to our students and families about the upcoming schedule at Dieterich Schools:
📅 Thursday, October 8 – Early Dismissal at 11:30 AM for School Improvement
📅 Friday, October 9 – NO SCHOOL – Teacher Institute
📅 Monday, October 12 – NO SCHOOL – Columbus Day
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
Just a reminder to our students and families about the upcoming schedule at Dieterich Schools:
📅 Thursday, October 8 – Early Dismissal at 11:30 AM for School Improvement
📅 Friday, October 9 – NO SCHOOL – Teacher Institute
📅 Monday, October 12 – NO SCHOOL – Columbus Day
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
Congratulations to Ms. Carsen Funneman for being named Role Model of the Month at Dieterich Jr-Sr. High School!
Parents, students, and staff were asked to nominate a staff member who:
-Builds authentic, respectful connections with students.
-Demonstrates professional integrity and a positive work ethic.
-Goes above and beyond to support our school culture.
Thank you Ms. Funneman for all you do for our students!
Parents, students, and staff were asked to nominate a staff member who:
-Builds authentic, respectful connections with students.
-Demonstrates professional integrity and a positive work ethic.
-Goes above and beyond to support our school culture.
Thank you Ms. Funneman for all you do for our students!
Yesterday, Mrs. Worman's 3rd grade and Mrs. Niemerg's 2nd grade students searched for rhythms around the music room. They copied the rhythms they found and then used them to compose an 8 measure melody. Great activity Mrs. Richardson!
They're off to state! Good luck boys!
We want to send a huge thank you to the Dieterich and Altamont communities for supporting our "Volley for a Cure" fundraiser to assist the Lankford and Kennedy families in their battles with cancer. We were able to raise a little over $2000 for each family. Thank you to the volleyball teams and everyone who donated, worked, and purchased items.
