Dieterich Unit 30 -

This year, our National Honor Society had the wonderful opportunity to become Pen Pals with residents of the Newton Care Center. NHS student, Jacey Hayes, took the initiative to organize and coordinate this awesome experience, and we are incredibly grateful for this! We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the Newton Care Center for partnering with us and matching our students with Pen Pals. This month, some of our students had the chance to visit with their Pen Pals and other residents at the nursing home. A heartfelt thank you to the Newton Care Center for their partnership and especially to Susie for the beautiful gifts and kindness shown to our students.

School Record Alert! According to our team of historians and statisticians, Trevor Crutcher's time of 4:28 in the 1600 at the IHSA State Track and Field Meet eclipsed the previous record by one second. That's a fast mile! Trevor will be in the state finals of both the 1600 and 3200 on Saturday at EIU. Go get 'em Trevor!

Congratulations to Mrs. Tammy Bloemer for being named Role Model of the Year 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 Mrs. Bloemer for all you do for our students, staff, and parents!

Be on the lookout next school year for your opportunity to nominate a Role Model of the Month.

Dieterich Schools would like to recognize Phyllis Rohlfing on her retirement after 31 years of service to our district. Since 1995, Phyllis has safely transported generations of Dieterich students to and from school, activities, and events.
Phyllis’s dedication extended far beyond her regular bus routes. She faithfully drove buses for girls athletic events and spent countless evenings supporting our students as the bookkeeper for girls basketball and volleyball games. Her commitment to student safety, school activities, and Dieterich athletics has been truly remarkable. Through her dependable service, caring nature, and willingness to always help wherever needed, Phyllis has positively impacted generations of students and families.

We thank Phyllis for her 31 years of commitment, service, and unwavering support of our students and community.
Congratulations on your retirement, and best wishes in this next chapter.

Congratulations to DHS Senior Trevor Crutcher. Trevor is a double IHSA Sectional Champion by winning the 1600 and 3200 at the Newton IHSA Sectional Track Meet.

With the wins, Trevor has qualified for the IHSA State Track Meet at Eastern Illinois University on May 28-30.

Congratulations and good luck at State!

Tonight's softball regional game has been postponed to tomorrow @ 6:00 P.M.

The most AR points by a first grader at Dieterich is 45. These kids made it their goal to beat that this year and worked hard all year. All four ended up beating it, with Sylvie Lustig (113) and Eliza Willenborg (101) earning over 100 points each!

The Dieterich Community Memorial Day Commemoration will be on Monday, May 25th at 10am. The ceremony will take place at the Dieterich Veteran's Memorial (Park Pavilion in case of inclement weather).

Memorial Day Commemoration


“The Star Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key Annie Budde


Invocation Carol Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance & Welcome Dieterich Mayor Mr. Brad Hardiek

Memorial Day Address Miss Elaina Meinhart

Presentation of Wreath at the Wall
The wreath is being placed at the wall in honor of those who have made the supreme sacrifice.

Necrology & Fallen Service Personnel Remembrance Mayor Hardiek
Recognizing the Soldiers Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice
Volunteers place a flag on each grave in National Cemeteries


“America, The Beautiful” by Samuel Ward/Katherine L. Bates Please Stand & Sing

V1: O Beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain,
For purple mountain majesty, above the fruited plain.
America, America, God shed his grace on thee
And crown thy good with brotherhood from sea to shining sea.

V2: O Beautiful for patriot dream that sees beyond the years
Thine alabaster cities gleam undimmed by human tears
America, America, God shed his grace on thee
And crown thy good with brotherhood from sea to shining sea.

“Taps” Leah Galbraith

Day is done; gone the sun from the lake from the hills from the sky.
All is well. Safely rest. God is nigh.

The baseball game tonight @ Okaw Valley has been moved to a 5:00 p.m. start time.

Tonight's regional softball game has been CANCELLED. The game is being moved to Wednesday 5/20 @ 6:00 pm.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Due to weather the busses might be running late if they have to find alternate routes. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

A quick message to families with students who have a child that will be of Kindergarten age, 5 by September 1, 2026, and have not had your child screened or called the Dieterich Elementary office to inform us that your child will be attending, please do so soon. We will be mailing out Kindergarten packets to all incoming students towards the end of May. Students must reside within Dieterich Unit #30. The Dieterich Elementary phone number is 217-925-5248

Senior Spotlight: Allie Uthell

Senior Spotlight: Wyatt Tegeler

Senior Spotlight: Hank Sipe

The National Honor Society held its annual Induction Luncheon this week. The National Honor Society graduating seniors were recognized and the new inductees were welcomed. Congratulations to all!

Another successful 5th grade Wax Museum is in the books! Congratulations to all of the students and staff who make this a yearly success!