Excitement filled the air as SMS celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new fifth grade building with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 10, 2025. Parents, teachers, district leaders, and community members gathered to witness this milestone and tour the state-of-the-art facility designed exclusively for fifth grade students.
The building features spacious classrooms equipped with interactive technology, flexible seating arrangements, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. Students will also benefit from specialized areas such as a science lab, reading nooks, and collaborative learning spaces to support hands-on learning experiences.
Following the ribbon-cutting, guests were invited inside for guided tours, where they saw the modern classrooms and innovative design firsthand. The celebration marks an exciting step forward for the school community and sets the stage for a successful year ahead.

Southside Middle School Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for New Fifth Grade Building
August 22, 2025