Our final Hall of Fame Athlete Inductee is Laurie McClelland.
A four-time All-Conference standout and 1992 Midland Trail MVP, Laurie McClelland excelled as a first baseman and pitcher through high school and Kaskaskia College.
As a dedicated educator, she spent 20 years at Centralia High School—serving eight as head coach—and six years coaching select softball with Collinsville Extreme.
A four-time All-Conference standout and 1992 Midland Trail MVP, Laurie McClelland excelled as a first baseman and pitcher through high school and Kaskaskia College.
As a dedicated educator, she spent 20 years at Centralia High School—serving eight as head coach—and six years coaching select softball with Collinsville Extreme.
One of this year's Hall of Fame Athlete Inductees is David Daniels, a 1980 Odin graduate.
Dave was a three-time MTC All-Conference performer. As a junior, he led the Eagles to a regional title in 1979, pitching every postseason game that season.
He dominated in his senior season. Going 9-1 in the fall and posting a 0.69 ERA. Revered by teammates and opponents, as a top hurler in Eagle history.
Dave was a three-time MTC All-Conference performer. As a junior, he led the Eagles to a regional title in 1979, pitching every postseason game that season.
He dominated in his senior season. Going 9-1 in the fall and posting a 0.69 ERA. Revered by teammates and opponents, as a top hurler in Eagle history.
As we wrap up another amazing school year, we want to give a HUGE shoutout to our incredible PTO for helping make these special moments possible for our students! 💙💛
From popcorn on the last full day of school, to celebrating our AR students with popsicles during their bouncy house fun, to recognizing our 3rd grade class for winning the Box Tops Challenge our students have had so many reasons to smile these last few days!
Thank you to everyone who supported our PTO, turned in Box Tops receipts, volunteered, donated, and helped us create fun memories for our kids. We appreciate all you do for our school community! 🎉
Another Hall of Fame Athlete Inductee is Steve Decker.
One of Odin High School’s most accomplished pitchers, Steve Decker set a school-record 17 pitching wins during the 1985-86 season, leading the Eagles to a Midland Trail Conference Championship and a program-record 37-win season.
A two-time First Team All-Conference selection, Decker threw two no-hitters, was Co-MVP of the 1985 Odin Tournament, and ranks among the Illinois High School Association’s all-time pitching leaders, including:
Most Innings Pitched, Season: 153 (1st)
Most Strikeouts, Season: 219 (5th)
Most Wins, Season: 17 (T-6th)
Most Innings Pitched, Career: 326 (9th)
Most Strikeouts, Career: 425 (17th)
Decker continued his baseball career at Kaskaskia College and the University of Illinois. His career exemplified excellence both on the mound and in the classroom.
One of Odin High School’s most accomplished pitchers, Steve Decker set a school-record 17 pitching wins during the 1985-86 season, leading the Eagles to a Midland Trail Conference Championship and a program-record 37-win season.
A two-time First Team All-Conference selection, Decker threw two no-hitters, was Co-MVP of the 1985 Odin Tournament, and ranks among the Illinois High School Association’s all-time pitching leaders, including:
Most Innings Pitched, Season: 153 (1st)
Most Strikeouts, Season: 219 (5th)
Most Wins, Season: 17 (T-6th)
Most Innings Pitched, Career: 326 (9th)
Most Strikeouts, Career: 425 (17th)
Decker continued his baseball career at Kaskaskia College and the University of Illinois. His career exemplified excellence both on the mound and in the classroom.
This year's Hall of Fame Academic Inductee is John and Barb Spears.
Odin Public School District #722 would like to express their sincere thanks for all the time you have spent in the past years with the youth in our area and work you have done at the City Park. Special people do special things with the use of their own time.
This is very clear that you have used your time and efforts for the benefit of the youth in our community. On behalf of Odin Public School District #722 we want to thank you and present you with the 2026 Odin Eagle award.
Odin Public School District #722 would like to express their sincere thanks for all the time you have spent in the past years with the youth in our area and work you have done at the City Park. Special people do special things with the use of their own time.
This is very clear that you have used your time and efforts for the benefit of the youth in our community. On behalf of Odin Public School District #722 we want to thank you and present you with the 2026 Odin Eagle award.
This year's Hall of Fame, Veteran's Choice Inductee is Nicholas Brian Kleiboeker. Nicholas was a 2001 Odin graduate who was assigned to the 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division based at Camp Lejeune, NC. He was trapped in a bunker containing ammunition when it caught fire.
This year's Hall of Fame, Team Inductee is 2009 Softball Regional Champions. This team was coached by Tracy Laffoon, Jeff Burton, and Brian Martin. 2009 was the first softball regional champion team we had at Odin. Their record was 22 wins and 7 losses with an undefeated conference record. Teammates include:
L to R - Bottom row to Top
Amanda Burleyson, Bethany Blue, Amanda Henson, Chelsea Simmons, Jennifer Hodge, Amanda Minor, Bridget Horton, Sara Jackson, Kaitlin Helpingstine, Mallorie Love, and Kelsey Tucker
Odin's 9th Annual Hall of Fame
Saturday, June 6th
Doors open at 5:00 pm
Saturday, June 6th
Doors open at 5:00 pm
Reminder: today is an 11:30 student dismissal day as we begin summer break!! We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer!
Reminder: Today is a 2:15 dismissal. There are no pre-k classes.
Good afternoon, our amended budget will be on display for 30 days at the school.
Thank you!
Thank you!
The HS Baseball game vs Metro East Lutheran HS is canceled for today.
Reminder: Today will be a 2:15 dismissal day as high school begin semester exams. It is also the last day of attendance for Pre-K. Pre-K will be dismissed at 1:55 and K-11 will be dismissed at 2:15.
On Friday NHS and Student Council took their end of the year field trip to Slick City. All the students had a great time riding down different slides and playing basketball together!
⛳️Summer golf information for students entering 6th-12th grade, who are interested in golf.⛳️
As we prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, we want to ensure the health and safety of all students while they are at school.
I am attaching a form that will need to be filled out by a guardian and the students primary care physician in order for them to be able to receive over the counter medication at school starting in the Fall of 2026. I have also included the Medication authorization policy.
This form and the policy align with the most recent Illinois state laws and best practice. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.
Ms. Tiffany Neu, BSN, RN
618-740-4183
tneu@odinpublicschools.org
I am attaching a form that will need to be filled out by a guardian and the students primary care physician in order for them to be able to receive over the counter medication at school starting in the Fall of 2026. I have also included the Medication authorization policy.
This form and the policy align with the most recent Illinois state laws and best practice. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.
Ms. Tiffany Neu, BSN, RN
618-740-4183
tneu@odinpublicschools.org
Congratulations to Mabree Phelps on a top 50 finish at the Junior High State Golf Tournament at Kokopelli Golf Club in Marion, IL. She represented the Odin/Patoka golf team with a stellar 108 in her first year of golf. It was a long, hot day and she battled on every shot.
Reminder: Today is a 2:15 dismissal day. Pre-k will be dismissed at 1:55. K-12 will be dismissed at 2:15.
YEARBOOK YEARBOOK
A yearbook is a great way to reminisce about the events that have taken place this school year. The yearbook has 60 full color page pictures of your class and great memories plus it’s a hardcover book. Entourage has made it easy for you to purchase a yearbook with online ordering. The cost of the yearbook is only $27.00. We have a limited number of yearbooks, so please consider purchasing soon. I have provided the link for easy ordering. Online order deadline is July 25th, 2026.
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com
A yearbook is a great way to reminisce about the events that have taken place this school year. The yearbook has 60 full color page pictures of your class and great memories plus it’s a hardcover book. Entourage has made it easy for you to purchase a yearbook with online ordering. The cost of the yearbook is only $27.00. We have a limited number of yearbooks, so please consider purchasing soon. I have provided the link for easy ordering. Online order deadline is July 25th, 2026.
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com
Odin/Patoka/Sandoval will host a baseball and softball game on Wednesday at 4:30 vs Webber.