“If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.” -Admiral William H. McRaven
Students recently completed a book study on Admiral McRaven’s book “Make Your Bed.” It is a New York best-seller and is based off his inspiring graduation speech in 2014. The book revolves around 10 “fundamental life lessons.” Each student received a copy of the book.
During advisory, students read the book, completed thought-provoking assessments, and self-reflected on how their actions affect their futures. They were also challenged to complete specific action steps that coincided with each chapter. Even though students were not excited about a book study, they walked away with new insight to create a better #futurestory.
Senior Tori Poole says “It made me look at life from a different perspective.” Junior Carrigan Cossey says “It motivated me to start making my bed every day, be more productive and not lazy.” Senior Krislynn Duncan says “It forced me to look at the pros and cons of my actions.”
Please talk to your kids about this book and ask them how it has changed their perspective and what lessons they learned from Admiral McRaven. Follow this link if you would like to hear Admiral McRaven’s speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmFwRkl-TTc
#togethernomatterwhat #bettertogether
Athletic Update
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Southside School District will release student drivers at 2:00 p.m. today. All other dismissals will follow at 2:30.
Captain Shad Pearce, former law enforcement officer and current Arkansas Game and Fish C-1 Division Captain, spoke with Officer Churchwell's Foundation of Law class this morning. Pearce shared his #futurestory and experiences with current students aspiring to enter a criminal justice career.
Registration is open for this fun color run right here on campus!
Follow the link to sign up to run/walk/donate to this worthy cause! https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/Batesville/MentalHealthAwareness5KColorRun?fbclid=IwAR3H44Dlvk4FwJYcodbs77XYah6AW-OOlnkuFQS2Gik0Es82sf939GuqenE&remMeAttempt=
The baseball V and JV teams play at McCrory today at 4:30. The softball V and JV teams play at home versus Cave City at 4:00.
On Saturday, the softball V team plays at Heber Springs at 9:00 and the Baseball JRV team plays at Cedar Ridge (time TBA).
Mock Interviews will be March 30th this year! We look forward to the experience it gives to our students.
Lots of teams to choose from to cheer on tonight!
Softball JRV plays at Walnut Ridge (TBD time).
Baseball V and JV play at home against Beebe at 4:30.
Soccer girls and boys play at home versus Mountain View at 4:00 and 6:00.
Track has a varsity meet at Searcy, starting at 2:30.
A group of High School students have been working to bring to light the importance of Mental Health Awareness to the school and the community. They began by forming a club at school, which has since become the first chapter of the Bring Change To Mind Club in Arkansas. Students have researched and found several tools and resources that will aid others who may struggle with mental health issues. A committee has presented their ideas to several businesses in the community to help generate funds to provide some of these resources. Along with traditional resources, the students are excited to bring to fruition their plan to adopt a therapy dog for the High School! The hypoallergenic dog has been donated by a generous Southside family, but funding has been secured from generous sponsors to send the dog for the appropriate training, vet fees, and any other expenses that will incur. We look forward to this wonderful opportunity for our students!
The baseball and softball varsity teams play today against Trumann at home. Softball starts at 4:00, and baseball starts at 4:30. Come cheer on our Southerners!
The soccer teams play today at Riverview. The girls' game starts at 4:00, and the boys' game starts at 6:00. Let's go Southside!
Southside Senior, Ben Paxson, placed 5th in the state for overall high school boys with a score of 282/300! He received a trophy and a $500 scholarship! Ben will advance to the US Eastern Nationals held in Louisville, KY.
While our teams did not place top 10 at state, we are thankful that all 3 of Southside's Archery teams were able to compete with the best from Arkansas!
Athletic Update
School Choice forms can be found following this link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/830181/School_Choice_Form_110420.pdf
The Softball Jr. V, Jr. JV, V and JV have a Playday today at home at 9:00!
The Baseball JV and Varsity teams play @ Sloan Hendrix tonight starting at 4:30. The Softball JV and Varsity teams have a Playday at 4:00 today at home!
The soccer teams take on Cave City at home tonight! Girls start at 4:00 and boys start at 6:00!
The varsity girls and boys travel to Searcy for their meet today, starting at 2:30! Good luck Southerners!
The baseball team takes on Bald Knob tonight at 4:30!
The Softball and Baseball JV and Varsity teams play tonight! Girls play at Stuttgart at 4:30, and Boys play at Newport at 4:30.
