We’re celebrating Mrs. Alicia Skipper, our dedicated Elementary Principal, during Principal Appreciation Month!
Mrs. Skipper leads with kindness, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to student success. Her passion for education and love for her students shine through in all she does.
Thank you, Mrs. Skipper, for making our elementary a place where learning is exciting and every student feels loved!
about 2 hours ago, Southside School District
SES Principal Appreciation Month
Help us recognize Mr. Brad McGhee, our outstanding Middle School Principal!
Mr. McGhee leads with vision and care - creating a positive environment where students are encouraged to grow in confidence, academics, and character.
Thank you, Mr. McGhee, for guiding our middle school students through these important years with steady leadership and heart!
1 day ago, Southside School District
SMS Principal Appreciation Month

Red Ribbon Week is next week!
October 27-31, 2025, our students are showing their commitment to living a healthy, drug-free life with themed dress-up days full of school spirit and fun!
Here’s what’s happening across our campuses:
Preschool, Elementary & Middle School
👉 Monday – Proud to be Drug Free! (Ribbons distributed)
👉 Tuesday – Show your School Spirit! Or Better Together, Drug Free Forever! (Preschool: Blue & Gold | Elem/MS: Twin with a Friend)
👉 Wednesday – Wear Red, Pledge to be Drug Free
👉 Thursday – Hats Off to Being Drug Free!
👉 Friday – Scare Away Drugs! Wear your Halloween costume
Junior High
👉 Monday – Life is a Puzzle-Solve it Drug Free- Wear Red to commit to Drug Free
👉 Tuesday – You have the Power to say NO! Be a Superhero!
👉 Wednesday – Lei Off Drugs! Hawaiian Day
👉 Thursday – College Day!
👉 Friday – Scare Away Drugs! Halloween costumes (no face masks)
Charter High School
👉 Monday – Red & White: Get “caught” wearing your red ribbon!
👉 Tuesday – Hawaiian Day: Say “Aloha” to a Drug-Free Life
👉 Wednesday – Camo Day: Drugs can’t find me!
👉 Thursday – Disney Day: Write your Happily Ever After – Choose to be Drug Free!
👉 Friday – Southerners Against Drugs (Blue & Gold) or Scare Away Drugs Halloween costumes (no face masks)
Let’s join together to make safe, healthy choices! 💙💛 #RedRibbonWeek

2 days ago, Southside School District
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We’re proud to celebrate Mrs. Torey Hanna, our Junior High Principal, during Principal Appreciation Month!
Mrs. Hanna’s energy, compassion, and dedication to student success make her a true leader. She works tirelessly to build a school culture of learning, teamwork, and respect.
Thank you, Mrs. Hanna, for inspiring our students and staff every day!
2 days ago, Southside School District
SJHS Principal Appreciation Month

Red Ribbon Week is October 27th-31st.

3 days ago, Southside School District
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October is Principal Appreciation Month, and today we honor Mr. Jimmy Hodges, our Charter High School Principal!
Mr. Hodges leads with integrity, innovation, and a strong belief in every student’s potential. He encourages both staff and students to aim high and work hard.
Thank you, Mr. Hodges, for your dedication to excellence and your impact on our high school community!
3 days ago, Southside School District
SCHS Principal Appreciation
Fall Break Reminder!
Fall Break begins Wednesday, October 15th! There will be no school October 15–17. We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved break and a little fall fun!
We’ll see everyone back in class on Monday, October 20th!
11 days ago, Southside School District
Fall Break Reminder
Join us on Tuesday, October 14th in the auditorium for an evening of great music from our talented choir students!
Junior High Choir – 6:00 PM
Senior High Choir – 7:30 PM
Come out and enjoy a wonderful night of music!
12 days ago, Southside School District
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The Homecoming game will be featured on the Soncom Media 2 - High School Game of the Week. The game will be live streamed on Soncom Media 2 Facebook LIVE and YouTube channels beginning at approximately 6:45 pm.
Our Facebook info is: www.Facebook.com/SoncomMedia2
Our YouTube info is: www.YouTube.com/@SoncomMedia2
13 days ago, Southside School District
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What a great day for a Homecoming! Superintendent Dion Stevens led the 2025 Homecoming Parade alongside former Assistant Principal Rick Keller, this year’s Grand Marshal. The celebration continued as the Homecoming Court was introduced and students showed their school spirit at the pep rally following the parade.

Join us tonight at Stewart Field as we cheer on the Southerners Under the Lights!
13 days ago, Southside School District
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Homecoming 2025 Royalty
Due to an Official’s scheduling oversight, the 7th grade and Junior High game at Westside has been postponed until a later date.
14 days ago, Southside School District
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💙🏈 “Go Big Blue!” 🏈💙

Traditions run deep in Southside, and one of our favorite traditions is celebrating our #1 fan, Miss Judy! Every year, the Southside Southerners make a special visit to bring her the official Homecoming shirt, ensuring she’s ready to cheer on her team in style.
Miss Judy’s spirit, enthusiasm, and love for Southside captures what it means to be a Southerner. Thank you to our players and coaches for keeping this wonderful tradition alive! 💙 #GoBigBlue #SouthsidePride #HomecomingTraditions
14 days ago, Southside School District
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Spirit Week is October 6–10 as we celebrate Homecoming – “Going Home, Under the Lights.”
Show your school spirit, and let’s have a great week!
19 days ago, Southside School District
Homecoming Schedule
The October edition of Inside Southside is here!
Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and celebrations happening in our schools.
👉 Read it here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JvD6a6tlbsYXQ-7O9pLo8SvRTEYQTQfh/view?usp=drive_link
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💛 Go Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness! 💛

Today was a special day across Southside! Our football players, cheerleaders, and Steppers started the morning by greeting students at the elementary and preschool, then spent time in classrooms reading with them.

This afternoon, the football players, cheerleaders, and band brought the energy back to the elementary with a pep rally full of spirit and smiles.

We are proud to Go Gold together in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! 💛 #GoGold
27 days ago, Southside School District
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Go Gold in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. If you can't make it to the game in person the livestream is scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. Help us shine a light for childhood cancer awareness!

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27 days ago, Southside School District
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💛 GO GOLD GAME – FRIDAY! 💛
Wear gold to show your support for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month as we cheer on our Southerners! 🏈
And don’t forget — the 4-H Food Pantry food drive contest ends tomorrow. Bring your items and help us make a difference in our community!
28 days ago, Southside School District
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Southside's annual Tackle Childhood Cancer game will be held on September 26th. We encourage all campuses to wear gold/yellow Friday.
about 1 month ago, Southside School District
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📢 We’re Hiring! The Southside School District is currently accepting applications for a Custodian. This is a great opportunity to be part of our school community and help provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students. Learn more and apply here: https://southsideschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5380660

about 1 month ago, Southside School District
now hiring
District-Wide Food Drive Contest!
Help us support the Southside 4-H Food Pantry by bringing nonperishable items to your homeroom classroom.

The homeroom winner from each building will earn an ice cream party!
The overall campus winner will take home the Traveling Trophy, presented during halftime at the football game on Friday, September 26.

Let’s fill the pantry and show our school spirit
about 1 month ago, Southside School District
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