📅 Raider Nation Weekly Update!

It’s another busy week at Southern with concerts, meetings, and student opportunities. Don’t forget to set your clocks forward Sunday for Daylight Savings Time!

🎶 4–6 Grade Vocal Concert – Tuesday, 7 PM
🎶 JH Choir & Band Concert – Thursday, 7 PM
Spring Break begins Friday — have a great break, Raiders! ❤️🖤

10 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a red and gray gradient background and Raider branding. The weekly schedule lists events for March 8–14 including Daylight Savings Time, the first day of high school track practice, a Board of Education meeting, a 9th grade Connect the Dots event in Fairbury, a golf meeting, the 4th–6th grade vocal music concert, juniors attending UNL College Access Day, the JH Choir and Band Concert, Spring Break with no school on Friday, a speech meet at Thayer Central, and no activities scheduled Saturday.

🔥 Be Part of Something BIG at Southern! ❤️🖤

Southern Public Schools is working to add a video board to elevate game nights, celebrate student achievements, and create real-world media & broadcasting opportunities for students.

🏆 Raider Nation Partnership Levels
🔴 Anchor – $5,000/year (5 years)
⚫ Founding – $2,500/year (5 years)
🔴 Premier – $250–$2,499/year (flexible)

Businesses receive signage, video board recognition, PA announcements, and more — all while investing directly in Southern students.

📲 Interested? Complete our quick interest form (no commitment required):
https://forms.gle/RGwjHibmWJYaVTvj9
📞 Contact Chelesy Fralin
📧 cfralin@southernschools.org
📱 402-645-3326

Together, we invest in students.
Together, we build the future.
❤️🖤 #RaiderNation

16 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Red, black, and white Southern Public Schools graphic titled “Sponsorship Opportunity.” The design promotes a video board project for the school gym and invites businesses to partner. Photos include a Southern basketball player shooting, a student section cheering in the stands, and a scoreboard mock-up featuring Anchor and Founding Partner placements. Text explains that the video board will enhance game-day atmosphere and provide hands-on learning opportunities in broadcasting, media, and technology. Bullet points highlight student learning, showcasing achievements, building Raider pride, and strengthening school-business partnerships. Contact information for Chelesy Fralin is listed with email and phone number. Footer reads, “Together, we build opportunities for students. Together, we are Raider Nation.”
Southern Public Schools graphic titled “Scan to Join Raider Nation!” featuring a large black-and-white QR code centered on a white background. Text invites community members to scan the code to access a quick interest form for the future video board partnership. It explains the form takes less than one minute to complete and does not commit the user to sponsorship. The graphic thanks supporters for investing in Southern students and the community and includes the Raider Pride logo at the bottom.

Southern High School students will take the stage at District Speech on March 16th at 9:00 AM at HTRS. These students have put in countless hours writing, practicing, and refining their performances, and we are proud to see their hard work lead them to competition.

A special good luck to Jacob Ward, Taylor Watts, and Jace Dorn as they represent Southern. Raider Nation is cheering you on!

Let’s show our Raider Pride and wish them the best of luck at districts. ❤️🖤🎤

41 minutes ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic promoting Southern District Speech. The design features a stylized microphone with the words “Southern District Speech.” A red circle displays the date March 16th, with event details HTRS – 9:00 AM. The phrase “Raider Pride” appears at the bottom with a black and red Southern-themed background.

The final quarter of the school year begins Monday, March 16, at Southern Public Schools.
Students and staff are ready to make the most of the last quarter—continuing to learn, grow, and create opportunities in our small-school community with big opportunities. ❤️🖤

about 6 hours ago, Drake Troxel
Poster for Southern Schools showing “Fourth Quarter 2026” with the date “March 16th.” The design uses red, black, and white colors and features a school icon at the top and a red-and-black logo of a rider on a horse labeled “Southern” in the center. Abstract red shapes decorate the bottom and sides of the poster.

Here’s what’s happening at Southern this week! From District Speech and Quiz Bowl to music contests, the JAG Blood Drive, and the MUDECAS All-Star Basketball Game, it’s another busy week full of opportunities for our students.

Check out the schedule and come support our Raiders throughout the week. Raider Nation shows up! ❤️🖤

about 7 hours ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic titled “What’s Going on at Southern?” with a red and black background and the Southern “S” logo in the center. The schedule lists school activities for March 16–21 including District Speech at Twin River (9:00 AM), Spring Sports photos after school, a JAG Blood Drive in the high school auditorium (12–6 PM), Pioneer Conference Senior High Quiz Bowl at HTRS, Junior High Vocal and Instrumental Contest at HTRS, Echo Dance presentations for elementary (10:30 AM) and Jr/Sr High (1:30 PM), and the MUDECAS All-Star Basketball Game at Diller-Odell (4:30 PM).
The Student Council would like to invite any Southern staff and all 7-12 students to join us to compete in an evening of fun Dodgeball on Friday, March 20th!
Community members are encouraged to come cheer everyone on and help create a yearly Raider tradition to bring everyone together! Please sign up your team of 6(please no less than 6 to keep things fair to all teams) by Wednesday, March 18th.
Cost is $12 per team and the theme is whatever you desire(appropriate, please).
$1 entry fee for spectators.
Bring your roster and your fee to Mr. Tunink.
Unfortunately, our competition is limited to only students 7-12 and any Southern Staff(Elementary or High school).
3 days ago, Jeffrey Tunink
Announcement for a dogeball tournament to be held on March 20th at 4:30pm in the Southern High School gym. Teams can consist of any Southern 7-12 students or any Southern Staff members. Entry fee per team is $12. Team fees are due by Wednesday, March 18th to be eligible to participate. Entrance fee for spectators is $1.

🌷 Hello, Spring! 🌷

Just a reminder that there is no school on Friday, March 13. Enjoy the day off and the long weekend, Raiders! We hope everyone has a relaxing and refreshing break as we head into the spring season.

See you Monday! ❤️🖤

3 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Colorful spring-themed graphic with flowers, butterflies, and a bright blue sky that says “Hello Spring.” The message reads: “No School, March 13, 2026. Have a wonderful day off & long weekend! See you Monday!”

Join us tonight for the Southern Junior High Vocal & Band Concert! 🎶

Our talented junior high musicians will take the stage at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium to share the music they’ve been working hard to prepare. Come support these students and enjoy an evening of great music.

We hope to see Raider Nation there! ❤️🖤

3 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Black poster promoting the Southern Junior High Vocal and Band Concert. The graphic features the words “Southern Vocal & Band” at the top with music-themed illustrations. A black-and-white photo of instruments—including a drum, drumsticks, saxophone, and guitar—appears in the center. The bottom text reads “JH Concert,” with event details listed as 7:00 PM on March 12, 2026, at the high school auditorium.
JH robotics did amazing today! Team Venezuela brought home a first place win and an awesome trophy, and Team Mexico took 4th place! They were challenged to code, build, and drive robots, build and cross a 3D printed bridge, and fight it out in battle bots! So proud of you all!
3 days ago, Dominique Clay
Team Mexico
Team Venezuela
Building the battle bot
testing the 3D bridge
pic of trophy
pic of 3D printing
pic of 3D printing
pic of battle bots
3rd Quarter wraps up on March 12th! 🎉 Turn in what you need to and let’s finish it off strong!
3 days ago, Taiton Decker
A decorative sign with a red border and gray center on a black polka-dot background reads, “End of 3rd Quarter March 12th.

Sign up your team today!

4 days ago, Shannon Burgess
This is a flyer for the Southern Alumni Volleyball Tournament on Friday, March 27th
Southern Elementary Families, Kids Heart Challenge has kicked off. Click on the link to sign up.
5 days ago, Kane Hookstra
The image is of a flyer advertising the kick off of the Kids Heart Challenge for Southern Elementary

🎶 Join us for a night of music! 🎤

Come support our talented students at the Southern 4th–6th Grade Vocal Concert!

📅 March 10th
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 High School Auditorium

Our young singers have been working hard and are excited to perform. We hope to see you there! 🎵👏

5 days ago, Landen Parrott
A red stage-curtain themed poster with music notes and silhouettes of a band playing drums and guitar. The text reads: “Southern 4–6th Grade Vocal Concert.” At the bottom it says: “March 10th at 7:00 PM at the Highschool Auditorium.”

☀️🌸 SPRING BREAK MODE: ACTIVATED 🌸☀️

Raider Nation — it’s time to trade in the backpacks for a little sunshine! 😎

There will be NO SCHOOL starting March 6th as we kick off Spring Break! Whether you’re traveling, relaxing, catching up on sleep, or just enjoying some well-earned downtime — we hope it’s full of fun, laughter, and a little sunshine. 🌼🦋

Enjoy the break, stay safe, and we’ll see everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the year strong! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride

10 days ago, Drake Troxel
A bright red spring-themed poster announcing “March 6th Southern Spring Break – No School.” The word “Southern” appears in bold script above large white “Spring Break” lettering. The design features colorful flowers, green palm leaves, butterflies, and grass along the bottom. A wooden sign in the center reads “No School,” and a black and red horse logo with the word “Southern” appears at the bottom.
Mrs. Fossler's students are working hard in class to earn monster money to purchase items from the treasure box! Students are staying focused and engaged which leads them to being excited when they earn their reward!
11 days ago, Stacy Fossler
Charlie was able to count his money today and had enough to earn a prize!

Please help support the Southern Elementary PTO!

12 days ago, Shannon Burgess
This is a description of the Penny Wars happening at the elementary from March 2-12
Penny Wars have begun at Southern Elementary!! Please help us fill our pots of gold for the Southern Elementary PTO!! The winning grade will earn a Donut Party!!
13 days ago, Kane Hookstra
The image shows 8 buckets for students to bring spare change to donate to Southern Elementary as a fundraiser sponsored by the PTO
Breakfast boosts energy, sharpens focus, and fuels success in the classroom. Don’t skip the most important meal of the day—see you in the cafeteria! 🥣✨ #SchoolBreakfastWeek #FuelForSuccess
13 days ago, Taiton Decker
A poster promoting National School Breakfast Week (March 2–6). At the top, large brown text reads “BREAKFAST TIME.” Below it are two cartoon characters: a smiling strip of bacon and a fried egg wearing sunglasses, standing side by side with friendly, playful expressions. Under the illustration, the text says: “NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK MARCH 2–6” At the bottom, it asks: “WHY IS BREAKFAST IMPORTANT?” Boosts energy and brain function. Kickstarts your metabolism. Improves long-term health. The overall design is fun and kid-friendly, using warm brown tones and a light background.
🎩✨ Prom season is almost here, Raiders!

Get fitted and ready for a night to remember. Valley Vet will be at Southern on Wednesday, March 4 after school to take measurements and help you order your tux.

Parents are welcome to attend. Don’t wait — let’s get you looking sharp for prom night! ❤️🖤
13 days ago, Southern
Graphic promoting prom tuxedo orders at Southern. Text reads: “Order Your Prom Tux at Southern – Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – After School.” Additional details include: Provided by Valley Vet, Measurements will be taken, Parents welcome. Contact information listed: 785-562-2484, abbyk@valleyvet.com , 1118 Pony Express Hwy, Marysville, KS. The graphic features a young man in a black tuxedo adjusting his bow tie against a dark background.

🔴⚫ Here’s what’s happening at Southern this week! ⚫🔴

Spring sports kick off Monday, our JH Quiz Bowl team heads to Thayer Central, and HS Track meets after school to get the season rolling.

Midweek brings a few activity-free days before we head into Spring Break — enjoy the time off! 🌸

Good luck to our Speech team competing in Fairbury on Saturday!

A small-school community with BIG opportunities. ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

14 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic titled “What’s Going on at Southern?” in Southern red and black. Weekly schedule includes: March 2 – Spring Sports Season Begins; JH Quiz Bowl at Thayer Central at 4:00 PM; HS Track meeting after school in the auditorium. March 3 – No Activities. March 4 – No Activities. March 5 – No Activities. March 6 – Spring Break, No School. March 7 – Speech at Fairbury at 8:45 AM. Southern Pride Raiders logo featured in the center.