
Red Cross Blood Drive August 27th at Dieterich High School Cafeteria 2:00-6:00


Jr. High Softball game at Newton start time has been moved. The start time is now 5:30.
H.S. Golf Match today at Clay County Country Club has been CANCELLED.
H.S. Golf Match today at Clay County Country Club has been CANCELLED.

This weekend the Sportsbackers will be selling pork burgers at the Jr. High softball round robin. Come out have a pork burger and cheer on the girls!


What a great first day for the students and staff! Our PTO is doing great things for all of our staff and students too!


We are excited to kick off another school year at Dieterich Schools!
Just a quick reminder that dismissal today (Thursday August 14th) will be 1:50pm.
We will resume the regular schedule on Friday August 15th.
Let's have a GREAT YEAR!
Just a quick reminder that dismissal today (Thursday August 14th) will be 1:50pm.
We will resume the regular schedule on Friday August 15th.
Let's have a GREAT YEAR!



Attached to this post is information regarding the Altamont Opening Day Tournament for Jr. High Baseball. August 16th.


Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a quick reminder that the Dieterich Elementary Open House will be Wednesday, August 13th, from 4:00-6:00pm. Your child can bring their school supplies, meet their teacher, and you can have any questions answered before the first day of school!
The first day of student attendance, K-12, will be Thursday, August 14th. This will be a 1:50 dismissal.
The first day of Preschool attendance, AM and PM, will be Friday, August 15th.
This is a quick reminder that the Dieterich Elementary Open House will be Wednesday, August 13th, from 4:00-6:00pm. Your child can bring their school supplies, meet their teacher, and you can have any questions answered before the first day of school!
The first day of student attendance, K-12, will be Thursday, August 14th. This will be a 1:50 dismissal.
The first day of Preschool attendance, AM and PM, will be Friday, August 15th.


DIETERICH UNIT #30 VACANCY
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
Substitute Bus Driver
Route Pay Ranges $17.15 – $35.64
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 $17.15 – $35.64
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.

Due to lack of players in grades 7 & 8, we are opening JH Baseball up to 6th grade students. Remember to register your athletes on Eventlink. They must have a current sports physical and proof of insurance before they can participate in practice and games. All required forms for athletic participation are able to be completed on Eventlink and physicals can be uploaded as well. If your child has had his 6th grade physical, he can start practicing right away. Practice tomorrow (August 6th) 3:30-5:15, report to the high school baseball diamond.

Pre-School Schedule Announcement:
Pre-K will not be in session on Thursday, August 14th and Thursday, November 26th.
Pre-K will not be in session on Thursday, August 14th and Thursday, November 26th.

Announcement from the Dieterich Fire Department:
Sunday, August 10th from 12pm to 2pm we will be out at the Park near the Pickleball Courts.
Come out and check out the fire trucks. There will be a misting area for kids to run through the water. They will also be able to spray water from a fire hose.
FREE hotdogs will also be served!
Sunday, August 10th from 12pm to 2pm we will be out at the Park near the Pickleball Courts.
Come out and check out the fire trucks. There will be a misting area for kids to run through the water. They will also be able to spray water from a fire hose.
FREE hotdogs will also be served!

Some cross country announcements:
A link to the team store is below. Great apparel to support your runner or for your runner to wear to races.
https://dieterichcrosscountry2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Junior high practice began this morning. They will continue meeting at 6:30 am every weekday until school starts. Once school begins, practices will be after school.
High School XC practice begins Monday, August 11 at 6:30 am. If you have a runner that is new to the XC program please reach out to Coach Wohltman at rwohltman@dieterichschools.org for more information.
A link to the team store is below. Great apparel to support your runner or for your runner to wear to races.
https://dieterichcrosscountry2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Junior high practice began this morning. They will continue meeting at 6:30 am every weekday until school starts. Once school begins, practices will be after school.
High School XC practice begins Monday, August 11 at 6:30 am. If you have a runner that is new to the XC program please reach out to Coach Wohltman at rwohltman@dieterichschools.org for more information.


Dear Parents and Guardians,
Below are the supply lists for each grade at Dieterich Elementary. The first day of student attendance is August 14th with a 1:50 dismissal. Our Open House will be from 4:00 - 6:00 pm on August 13th.
Below are the supply lists for each grade at Dieterich Elementary. The first day of student attendance is August 14th with a 1:50 dismissal. Our Open House will be from 4:00 - 6:00 pm on August 13th.


JH Baseball practice starts August 4th. Practices will be Monday-Friday, 3:30-5:30. Remember to register your athletes on Eventlink. They must have a current sports physical and proof of insurance before they can participate in practice and games. All required forms for athletic participation are able to be completed on Eventlink and physicals can be uploaded as well.

DIETERICH UNIT #30 VACANCY
2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR
Elementary Teacher (Anticipated 2rd Grade)
Board Paid Retirement Benefits
Board Paid Health Insurance Benefits
Paid Sick and Personal Leave
Free Staff Lunch
Salary Per Teacher Contract
https://www.dieterichschools.org/documents/financial-information/teacher-contract/221394
Letter of application, resume, references and credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Elementary School
Mr. Josh Benefiel
205 S. Pine St.
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5248
jbenefiel@dieterichschools.org
Please submit application ASAP.
2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR
Elementary Teacher (Anticipated 2rd Grade)
Board Paid Retirement Benefits
Board Paid Health Insurance Benefits
Paid Sick and Personal Leave
Free Staff Lunch
Salary Per Teacher Contract
https://www.dieterichschools.org/documents/financial-information/teacher-contract/221394
Letter of application, resume, references and credentials should be submitted to:
Dieterich Elementary School
Mr. Josh Benefiel
205 S. Pine St.
P.O. Box 187
Dieterich, Illinois 62424
217-925-5248
jbenefiel@dieterichschools.org
Please submit application ASAP.

Junior High Cross Country practice begins Monday, August 4 from 6:30-8:00 am.
If you have a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student interested in running this year please reach out to Coach Wohltman at rwohltman@dieterichschools.org for more information.
If you have a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student interested in running this year please reach out to Coach Wohltman at rwohltman@dieterichschools.org for more information.


There will be a parent/player meeting TODAY, July 15th, for anyone interested in playing high school baseball. The meeting will be at 5:30pm at the park pavilion.

A quick reminder that online registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open through tomorrow, July 15th. After tomorrow, the online registration window will be closed.

Free Summer STEAM Camp in Dieterich Combines Fun and Learning for Local Kids
Promoting a Vision for Effingham County (PAVE), in partnership with Lake Land College, invites students to an exciting, hands-on Summer STEAM Camp at the Wright Family Center on Thursday, July 17th. This one-day event gives students a chance to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) in creative, interactive ways. Perfect for avoiding the "summer slump" while having fun.
Two engaging sessions will be offered by grade level:
K–2nd Grade
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Build and launch your own paper rocket—learn while having a blast!
3rd–6th Grade
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Design and build an air-powered propeller car—where engineering meets excitement!
“STEAM programs offer more than just an interactive experience, they help students stay mentally active and avoid summer learning loss,” said Courtney Yockey, spokesperson for PAVE. “These hands-on camps are designed to inspire creativity, introduce real-world problem-solving, and promote teamwork.”
This STEAM Camp is open to all area children entering grades K–6 and is free to attend, but registration is required. Space is limited and early registration is strongly encouraged. The deadline to register is July 16th.
Register online:
https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=8692180&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=
Or visit the Wright Family Center Facebook page for more info. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to build, create, and explore at the Wright Family Center’s Summer STEAM Camp. For more information about the Summer STEAM Camp, please contact the Effingham Regional Growth Alliance.
Promoting a Vision for Effingham County (PAVE), in partnership with Lake Land College, invites students to an exciting, hands-on Summer STEAM Camp at the Wright Family Center on Thursday, July 17th. This one-day event gives students a chance to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) in creative, interactive ways. Perfect for avoiding the "summer slump" while having fun.
Two engaging sessions will be offered by grade level:
K–2nd Grade
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Build and launch your own paper rocket—learn while having a blast!
3rd–6th Grade
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Design and build an air-powered propeller car—where engineering meets excitement!
“STEAM programs offer more than just an interactive experience, they help students stay mentally active and avoid summer learning loss,” said Courtney Yockey, spokesperson for PAVE. “These hands-on camps are designed to inspire creativity, introduce real-world problem-solving, and promote teamwork.”
This STEAM Camp is open to all area children entering grades K–6 and is free to attend, but registration is required. Space is limited and early registration is strongly encouraged. The deadline to register is July 16th.
Register online:
https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=8692180&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=
Or visit the Wright Family Center Facebook page for more info. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to build, create, and explore at the Wright Family Center’s Summer STEAM Camp. For more information about the Summer STEAM Camp, please contact the Effingham Regional Growth Alliance.

Music Bingo - brought to you by the Dieterich Sportsbackers, July 26th. The Flyer is attached.
