The North Pointe bus is running late today. We apologize for any inconvenience.
3 months ago, Cary Jackson
Due to inclement weather, the Veteran's Day Program will be held in the High School Gym today at 2pm.
3 months ago, Cary Jackson
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
3 months ago, Cary Jackson
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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
3 months ago, Cary Jackson
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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
3 months ago, Josh Benefiel
Elks Hoop Shoot Winners
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!
3 months ago, Callaway Campton
State Bound!
Are you ready for some Basketball?! Meet the Maroons is November 14th.

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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.

3 months ago, Rae Lyn Schmidt

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.

3 months ago, Cary Jackson
🏀 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!
3 months ago, Cary Jackson
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+

3 months ago, Rae Lyn Schmidt
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!
3 months ago, Josh Benefiel
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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!
3 months ago, Josh Benefiel
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It's SENIOR NIGHT! Come support the girls as they take their final game on our home court!
3 months ago, Rae Lyn Schmidt
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Dieterich High School is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, 10/22/25, in the cafeteria 2:00-6:00
3 months ago, Rae Lyn Schmidt
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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!
3 months ago, Callaway Campton
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Dieterich Elementary students lined the hallways to cheer on our junior high cross country teams as they head to state this weekend! Good luck!
3 months ago, Josh Benefiel
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Our PreK students had a field trip to the Bible Grove Fire Station today! They learned about fire safety and checked out the firetrucks!
3 months ago, Josh Benefiel
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The Sweet Tea & Jesus truck will be set up at the Dieterich Pavilion today (10/14) from 10:00-2:00. It is open to the public. Please stop by and support their business, we appreciate them bringing a little treat to Dieterich.
3 months ago, Rae Lyn Schmidt
Sweet Tea & Jesus
Congratulations to the Jr. High boys Cross Country team for advancing to the state meet! Also, congratulations to Jenna Ambuel and Jenna Bohnhoff for advancing as individuals!

The state meet will be hosted by Normal Parkside Jr. High, on Saturday morning.

GO ROADRUNNERS!!
3 months ago, Callaway Campton
Dieterich Elementary students had there first quarter PBIS reward at the St. Paul's corn maze yesterday and today. This was well deserved and we could not have asked for better weather! Thanks to our PTO for the cookies and drinks!
4 months ago, Josh Benefiel
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