Hope to see you all at Meet The Maroons.
While you're there, stop by and support the Senior Class and enjoy a porkburger!
While you're there, stop by and support the Senior Class and enjoy a porkburger!
We would like to congratulate the Dieterich Elementary staff, students, and families on Dieterich Elementary again being recognized as an Exemplary School by the Illinois State Board of Education! Exemplary means the top 10% of schools in the state. Our composite school was 97.96%! The website to the report card is below.
https://www.illinoisreportcard.com/school.aspx?source=profile&Schoolid=030250300262002
https://www.illinoisreportcard.com/school.aspx?source=profile&Schoolid=030250300262002
The Modern American History class has been comparing life in the United States during the 1950's versus life in the 1960's. Collaborating in teams, students wrote and performed scenes from those decades.
The 1950's group focused on conformity and the family. A mother told her girls to turn off their Elvis record because she was not a fan of his dancing, suggesting they sit as a family and watch the new television instead. After watching the evening news give the latest updates on Eisenhower vs. Stevenson, they tuned in to an episode of I Love Lucy.
Meanwhile, the 1960's group scene felt more chaotic. Counterculture met Silent Majority as they witnessed an anti-Vietnam War demonstration. The conversation hit on feelings about the War, Bob Dylan music, Civil Rights leaders, and the upcoming Woodstock music festival. When news of the moon landing came in, the friends recollected about Kennedy's ambitious goals and their conspiracy theories around his death.
The Modern American History class focuses on those chapters that time sometimes does not allow in other U.S. history classes. Students have learned about the Civil Rights Movement, the Cold War Era, and the Kennedy & the Johnson years. Next semester, they will learn about the Vietnam War, the Reagan years, 9/11, and some much more. Students also learn about current events and put together the Current Events Newsletter to inform their peers on some of the biggest topics that are in the news.
The 1950's group focused on conformity and the family. A mother told her girls to turn off their Elvis record because she was not a fan of his dancing, suggesting they sit as a family and watch the new television instead. After watching the evening news give the latest updates on Eisenhower vs. Stevenson, they tuned in to an episode of I Love Lucy.
Meanwhile, the 1960's group scene felt more chaotic. Counterculture met Silent Majority as they witnessed an anti-Vietnam War demonstration. The conversation hit on feelings about the War, Bob Dylan music, Civil Rights leaders, and the upcoming Woodstock music festival. When news of the moon landing came in, the friends recollected about Kennedy's ambitious goals and their conspiracy theories around his death.
The Modern American History class focuses on those chapters that time sometimes does not allow in other U.S. history classes. Students have learned about the Civil Rights Movement, the Cold War Era, and the Kennedy & the Johnson years. Next semester, they will learn about the Vietnam War, the Reagan years, 9/11, and some much more. Students also learn about current events and put together the Current Events Newsletter to inform their peers on some of the biggest topics that are in the news.
A full house for today's Veteran's Day Program.
Thank you to all those who have served!
Thank you to all those who have served!
The North Pointe bus is running late today. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Due to inclement weather, the Veteran's Day Program will be held in the High School Gym today at 2pm.
Dieterich Schools
2025 Veterans Day Celebration
Dieterich Community Veteran’s Memorial, Liberty Park
November 10, 2025, 2:00pm
Program Schedule
Presentation of Color Guard………..American Legion Post 924
Star Spangled Banner...........................................Avery Bohnhoff
Pledge of Allegiance………….……...…....Led by Kindergarten
Recognition of Honored Veteran Gary Horn……....Olivia Kesl
Veterans Day Student Tribute.…….….………...Divisions 1 & 2
Division 1: Levi Heuerman
Division 2: Wayne Niemerg
America, The Beautiful……….………………..…6-8 Grade Band
Veterans Day Student Tribute………………….Divisions 3 & 4
Division 3: Cooper Varvil
Division 4: Makenzie Bierman
Grand Old Flag……Featuring Maroon Band Drummers Rylan Phelan & Ty Tegeler, K-6 Choir & 4th Grade Bucket Drummers
Veterans Day Student Tribute .……..……………Division 5 & 6
Division 5: Allie Wright
Division 6: Cydney Gifford
“Armed Forces Salute”
Taps………………………………………..…Makenzie Bierman
Co-Emcee: Addison Miller, Student Council President
Co-Emcee: Elaina Meinhart, FFA President
2025 Veterans Day Celebration
Dieterich Community Veteran’s Memorial, Liberty Park
November 10, 2025, 2:00pm
Program Schedule
Presentation of Color Guard………..American Legion Post 924
Star Spangled Banner...........................................Avery Bohnhoff
Pledge of Allegiance………….……...…....Led by Kindergarten
Recognition of Honored Veteran Gary Horn……....Olivia Kesl
Veterans Day Student Tribute.…….….………...Divisions 1 & 2
Division 1: Levi Heuerman
Division 2: Wayne Niemerg
America, The Beautiful……….………………..…6-8 Grade Band
Veterans Day Student Tribute………………….Divisions 3 & 4
Division 3: Cooper Varvil
Division 4: Makenzie Bierman
Grand Old Flag……Featuring Maroon Band Drummers Rylan Phelan & Ty Tegeler, K-6 Choir & 4th Grade Bucket Drummers
Veterans Day Student Tribute .……..……………Division 5 & 6
Division 5: Allie Wright
Division 6: Cydney Gifford
“Armed Forces Salute”
Taps………………………………………..…Makenzie Bierman
Co-Emcee: Addison Miller, Student Council President
Co-Emcee: Elaina Meinhart, FFA President
Congratulations to Trevor Crutcher for placing 39th at the IHSA State Cross Country Meet.
Great job Trevor! You made us proud!
https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/268054/results/1065547
Great job Trevor! You made us proud!
https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/268054/results/1065547
Congratulations to these Dieterich Elementary students on winning their age groups for the Elks Hoop Shoot!
BOYS:
8-9 year old group - Luke Faller
10-11 year old group - Logan Frohning
12-13 year old group - Nolan Nussmeyer
GIRLS:
8-9 year old group - Kelsey Roedl
10-11 year old group - Carrie Probst
12-13 year old group - Kambryn Mellendorf
Trevor Crutcher is STATE BOUND!! we have a send off for Trevor this morning at 10:20. Trevor will run at 10:00 tomorrow morning in Peoria @ Ditweiler Park. We are proud of you Trevor!
Are you ready for some Basketball?! Meet the Maroons is November 14th.
Dieterich
MEET THE MOVIN’ MAROONS
Dieterich High School will have their annual “Meet the Movin’ Maroons” night on Friday, November 14th, 2025. The senior class will host a pork burger cookout from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the HS Lobby. Pre-game music will be played starting at 5:45 p.m. The National Anthem will be played at 6:00 p.m. followed by the school song being performed by the cheerleaders and dance teams.
The High School Cheer, Dance, Girls Basketball and Boys Basketball Teams will be introduced and will perform/scrimmage. This will be a night for everyone to enjoy so please come out to support our Dieterich Movin’ Maroons. Admission to the Meet the Movin’ Maroons night is a donation to our “Bringing Christmas Cheer” program to help provide gifts for children in our district. Below is a list of requested items. We will also have our “Angel Tree” up if you would like to get items for a specific child in our program.
3rd ANNUAL “BRINGING CHRISTMAS CHEER” DRIVE
We are teaming up with our Helping Hands Program to help provide a Merry Christmas to the children and families in this program. Items below will help us provide a Christmas meal, fillers, and supplies that we provide every family. You may also sign up to purchase for a child on our “Angel Tree” to provide specific items requested by that child.
Wrapping Paper Laundry Baskets (to hold meal items) Fillers (ages 4-18)
Tape Cereal Toothbrushes
Name Tags Granola Bars Hair ties
Gift Boxes Can of Green Beans or Corn Hygiene items for small children
Stockings Family Size Instant Potatoes Lotion
Can of Gravy Chapstick
Pasta Sides Finger nail polish
Candy
Small Toys
Gift Cards $5-$10 (Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, Old Macs, Subway, etc.)
Cash to help with supplies, meals, fillers, or names not taken from the tree.
Dieterich
MEET THE MOVIN’ MAROONS
Dieterich High School will have their annual “Meet the Movin’ Maroons” night on Friday, November 14th, 2025. The senior class will host a pork burger cookout from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the HS Lobby. Pre-game music will be played starting at 5:45 p.m. The National Anthem will be played at 6:00 p.m. followed by the school song being performed by the cheerleaders and dance teams.
The High School Cheer, Dance, Girls Basketball and Boys Basketball Teams will be introduced and will perform/scrimmage. This will be a night for everyone to enjoy so please come out to support our Dieterich Movin’ Maroons. Admission to the Meet the Movin’ Maroons night is a donation to our “Bringing Christmas Cheer” program to help provide gifts for children in our district. Below is a list of requested items. We will also have our “Angel Tree” up if you would like to get items for a specific child in our program.
3rd ANNUAL “BRINGING CHRISTMAS CHEER” DRIVE
We are teaming up with our Helping Hands Program to help provide a Merry Christmas to the children and families in this program. Items below will help us provide a Christmas meal, fillers, and supplies that we provide every family. You may also sign up to purchase for a child on our “Angel Tree” to provide specific items requested by that child.
Wrapping Paper Laundry Baskets (to hold meal items) Fillers (ages 4-18)
Tape Cereal Toothbrushes
Name Tags Granola Bars Hair ties
Gift Boxes Can of Green Beans or Corn Hygiene items for small children
Stockings Family Size Instant Potatoes Lotion
Can of Gravy Chapstick
Pasta Sides Finger nail polish
Candy
Small Toys
Gift Cards $5-$10 (Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, Old Macs, Subway, etc.)
Cash to help with supplies, meals, fillers, or names not taken from the tree.
Dieterich Community Unit School District No. 30
Position Vacancy: Junior–Senior High School Principal
Dieterich CUSD #30 is seeking a dynamic, student-centered leader to serve as Junior–Senior High School Principal beginning with the 2026–2027 school year. Dieterich Schools is a progressive, high-achieving district located in Effingham County, Illinois, dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment and preparing all students for success.
Qualifications:
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative or Principal endorsement
Strong instructional leadership and communication skills
Proven ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and community
Experience with curriculum development, student growth initiatives, and school improvement planning preferred
Contract and Compensation:
Contract: 10.5-month, renewed annually
Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits:
Board-paid TRS contribution
Partial board-paid health insurance
Paid sick leave and personal leave
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials:
Letter of interest
Resume
Copies of transcripts and certifications
Three professional references
Submit materials to:
Mr. Cary Jackson, Superintendent
Dieterich CUSD #30
205 S. Pine St.
Dieterich, IL 62424
Email: cjackson@dieterichschools.org
Application Deadline: December 5, 2025
Dieterich CUSD #30 is an equal opportunity employer.
🏀 Game Day Reminder! 🏀
We’re excited to welcome everyone to our school for ballgames!
Let’s work together to make it a great experience for all.
Please remember:
✅ Show good sportsmanship – on and off the court!
🗑️ Help keep our school clean – throw away your trash.
🚫 No running in the halls.
🚷 Limit hallway traffic during the games.
🚪 Use the correct entry doors and pay your admission fee.
🚫 The balcony is off limits unless bleachers are pulled out.
🚫 Please stay off the gym floor during and after the games.
Thank you for your cooperation & enjoy the games!
We’re excited to welcome everyone to our school for ballgames!
Let’s work together to make it a great experience for all.
Please remember:
✅ Show good sportsmanship – on and off the court!
🗑️ Help keep our school clean – throw away your trash.
🚫 No running in the halls.
🚷 Limit hallway traffic during the games.
🚪 Use the correct entry doors and pay your admission fee.
🚫 The balcony is off limits unless bleachers are pulled out.
🚫 Please stay off the gym floor during and after the games.
Thank you for your cooperation & enjoy the games!
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 3-7. Season tickets remaining will be on sale to the general public beginning November 10. Individual and family season passes are also available which allow admission to all regular season Junior/Senior High School athletic events during the 2025-2026 school year. The prices of the tickets and passes are as follows:
Season Basketball Tickets $40.00
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+
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 3-7. Season tickets remaining will be on sale to the general public beginning November 10. Individual and family season passes are also available which allow admission to all regular season Junior/Senior High School athletic events during the 2025-2026 school year. The prices of the tickets and passes are as follows:
Season Basketball Tickets $40.00
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+
Thank you to members of the Dieterich Fire Department for discussing fire safety with our 2nd and 4th grade students today and answering their questions!
Yesterday, our 3rd grade and 1st grade classes had a visit from Kelsey Bentlage. She is a representative from the St. Louis Dairy Council Adopt-a-Calf program. The visit included a presentation on dairy farming and dairy foods, photos of our adopted calves farmer and farm!
It's SENIOR NIGHT! Come support the girls as they take their final game on our home court!
Dieterich High School is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, 10/22/25, in the cafeteria 2:00-6:00
Today we celebrated the Jr. Cross Country team for going to state!
Thank you to Dieterich Sports Backers for making a nice gift bag for the qualifying runners!
GO ROADRUNNERS!
Thank you to Dieterich Sports Backers for making a nice gift bag for the qualifying runners!
GO ROADRUNNERS!
Dieterich Elementary students lined the hallways to cheer on our junior high cross country teams as they head to state this weekend! Good luck!
