Join the Kindness Challenge! Southside Elementary will be participating in The Great Kindness Challenge February 16th-20th.
The Great Kindness Challenge is one week devoted to performing as many acts of kindness as possible.

The Great Kindness Challenge is one week devoted to performing as many acts of kindness as possible.

Monday (Feb. 16) – No School “Show Kindness at Home!”
Kindness Focus: use kind words at home.

Tuesday (Feb. 17) – “Kindness Makes Our School Brighter”
Dress-Up: Bright Colors Day
Kindness Focus: Use kind words and give at least one compliment.

Wednesday (Feb. 18) – “Kindness is better together”
Dress-Up: Twin with your Bestie
Kindness Focus: Include others, help a classmate, or work cooperatively.

Thursday (Feb. 19) – “Hats Off to Kindness”
Dress-Up: Hat Day
Kindness Focus: Perform a quiet act of kindness—help without being asked or take care of our shared spaces.

16 days ago, Southside School District
Kindness Week Post
January 2026 is School Board Member Recognition Month, a time to honor those who answer the call to serve public education.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Tony May for his dedication to our students, staff, and community. School board members play a critical role in setting policy, overseeing budgets, and ensuring students have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. As an elected representative, Mr. May helps ensure local voices and priorities are reflected in district decisions.
Thank you, Tony May, for answering the call and serving our schools with commitment and purpose.
#AnsweringTheCall #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth
17 days ago, Southside School District
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January 2026 is School Board Member Recognition Month, a time to recognize those who step forward to lead and serve public education.
We thank Kyle Miller, School Board Secretary, for his commitment to the important work of school governance. Board members play a vital role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and thoughtful decision-making that supports student learning and district success.
Thank you, Kyle Miller, for answering the call and serving our schools and community.

#AnsweringTheCall  #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

22 days ago, Southside School District
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🎉 FBLA BINGO NIGHT 🎉

Set your schedule and join us for FBLA Bingo Night at Southside Charter High School Cafeteria!

đź•  Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎱 BINGO Starts: 6:00 PM

🎟️ $20 to play all night long!
🍿 Snacks will be available for purchase.

Bring your family and friends, prepare for a little luck, and get ready for a fun night together! We’ll have both adult and kid prizes up for grabs, so there’s something for everyone.

đź’™ All proceeds support your local Southside FBLA Chapter.

23 days ago, Southside School District
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No School on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

24 days ago, Southside School District
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January 2026 marks School Board Member Recognition Month, highlighting the dedication of those who serve their communities through public education.
We proudly recognize Vonda Halford, Vice President of the School Board, for her leadership and service. School board members guide district policy, oversee budgets, and help ensure students and families have the support they need to thrive.
Thank you, Vonda Halford, for answering the call and making a difference for our schools.

#AnsweringTheCall  #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

24 days ago, Southside School District
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Don't forget to join us Tuesday night!

🧠💜 Join Us for Alzheimer’s Awareness Night! 💜🧠
The Southside School District invites you to a special Alzheimer’s Awareness Night on January 13 during our home basketball games!
Come out, wear purple, and help us support families, caregivers, and loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s. Together, we can raise awareness, honor those we love, and strengthen our community.
🏀 Date: January 13
🏀 Event: Southside Basketball Games
💜 Theme: Alzheimer’s Awareness – Wear Purple!
We hope to see our entire Southside family there! Let’s fill the gym, show our support, and make a difference. 💪💜

https://events.alz.org/fundraisers/jenniferfordd/southside-southerners-fight-to-end-alzheimer--s

25 days ago, Southside School District
The January 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/1AwarXvPU-luQGm2vxVnifTf4ndhpxsxf/view?usp=drive_link
28 days ago, Southside School District
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🧠💜 Join Us for Alzheimer’s Awareness Night! 💜🧠
The Southside School District invites you to a special Alzheimer’s Awareness Night on January 13 during our home basketball games!
Come out, wear purple, and help us support families, caregivers, and loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s. Together, we can raise awareness, honor those we love, and strengthen our community.
🏀 Date: January 13
🏀 Event: Southside Basketball Games
💜 Theme: Alzheimer’s Awareness – Wear Purple!
We hope to see our entire Southside family there! Let’s fill the gym, show our support, and make a difference. 💪💜

https://events.alz.org/fundraisers/jenniferfordd/southside-southerners-fight-to-end-alzheimer--s
30 days ago, Southside School District

January 2026 has been designated as School Board Member Recognition Month, and we are proud to recognize Eric Low, President of the Southside School Board.
School board members answer the call to lead by guiding district policy, overseeing financial decisions, and advocating for student success. As Board President, Mr. Low provides leadership and direction while representing the values and priorities of our community.
Thank you, Eric Low, for your leadership, service, and dedication to public education.

#AnsweringTheCall  #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

about 1 month ago, Southside School District
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School Choice applications are now being accepted. Application deadline is June 1st.
Applications can be found on the district website or at the Administration office at 134 Camp Tahkodah Rd.
For more information call 870-251-2341.
https://www.southsideschools.org/page/school-choice-info

about 1 month ago, Southside School District
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A week full of Christmas fun, festive activities, and smiling faces. Thank you to our students and staff for making the season bright. Merry Christmas to all.
about 2 months ago, Southside School District
Christmas collage of students
Christmas collage
Christmas collage of students
Christmas collage of students
Please join us in congratulating Pam Stephens on her well-earned retirement from the Southside School District.
Pam began her journey with Southside in 2018 as a substitute, then served as a floating secretary before stepping into the Accounts Payable position at the Administration Office. She brought with her decades of professionalism, attention to detail, and a deep commitment to serving others.
A lifelong supporter of Southside, Pam is a proud district alumna and an avid Southerner sports fan. Her dedication to our community extends far beyond the school district. She previously spent 42 years working at the cable office and is well known throughout the area for her family’s iconic restaurant, her work ethic, and her unwavering support of the school and athletic programs.
Pam’s knowledge, reliability, and kindness will be greatly missed, but her impact on our district and community will long be remembered. We thank her for her years of service and wish her the very best in this next chapter. Congratulations, Pam, and enjoy your retirement!
about 2 months ago, Southside School District
Pam Stephens and coworkers and family
Our 3rd grade students put on an outstanding performance of Christmas at the O.K. Corral, a western-themed Christmas play directed by Dawn Harris.

From Christmas in the West to Christmas Is OK, along with fun favorites like Bubble Goo, Sticky Situation, and Tell Me, the students entertained the audience with memorable songs and big smiles.

Thank you to Mrs. Harris for her leadership and dedication, and to our talented students for bringing this holiday story to life.
about 2 months ago, Southside School District
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage
students and director on stage

Are you Team Grinch? Preschool and Elementary were buzzing with Grinch sightings this week. Grinch games, Grinch juice, Grinch snacks...

about 2 months ago, Southside School District
Preschool and elementary children on Grinch day
This week was full of smiles, special guests, and lots of reading across the District!
Both our Elementary and Middle School campuses welcomed families and loved ones for Kids Invite Someone Special breakfast, giving students a chance to share a meaningful start to the day with someone important to them. Students also enjoyed shopping the Book Fair, exploring new stories and building their home libraries.

At the Elementary, the fun continued with Selfies with Santa, adding even more holiday cheer and special memories to the week. Thank you to our families, staff, and volunteers who helped make these moments so special for our students!
2 months ago, Southside School District
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A big THANK YOU to Jessica Norris and our local Southside Harps for their incredibly generous support of the Southside 4-H Food Pantry! They secured a $1,000 grant on our behalf, along with 10 large boxes of food donated by our community through the Blessing Bags at Harps. We are so thankful to have such amazing community partners!
2 months ago, Southside School District
Student and adults accepting gift cards
The December 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/1COdTin8beBDS4HmTaaYpMk13Kn6Z7oh_/view?usp=drive_link
2 months ago, Southside School District
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