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

From competitions and college visits to testing and Spring Break—there’s a lot going on. Stay informed and stay involved, Raiders! ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

5 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a red and black gradient background and a large “S” logo in the center labeled “Southern Pride.” The schedule lists events for the week: March 30 (Monday): Golf at Auburn at 9:00 AM; High School Softball Meeting March 31 (Tuesday): NSCAS Testing for 7th–8th grade ELA during 2nd period; FBLA Reading Buddies and Recycling; Senior Class Meeting April 1 (Wednesday): 10th grade Peru State College visit, leaving at 8:30 AM and returning by 2:30 PM April 2 (Thursday): Varsity Track at Thayer Central at 12:00 PM April 3 (Friday): Spring Break – No School April 4 (Saturday): No Activities

🔥 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

about 1 month 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.
Spring is here! Enjoy the upcoming break with no school on April 3 and April 6, and celebrate Easter on April 5. Wishing everyone a fun, relaxing, and refreshing spring break! 🌷
2 days ago, Dannie Eggerling
A pastel-themed “Hello Spring” graphic with purple and green lettering on a soft watercolor background. The text lists dates: Friday, April 3 — No School; Sunday, April 5 — Easter; Monday, April 6 — No School. At the bottom, colorful tulips in pink, yellow, purple, and red line the image, along with the message “Have a Great Break!”
Thank you to all the dedicated paras at Southern Elementary, who support our teachers and students each and every day. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
2 days ago, Kane Hookstra
The image shows the dedicated paras at Southern Elementary

Southern will hold its annual Preschool Advisory Meeting (per Rule XI requirements) on Friday, April 10, at 1 PM.

The meeting will take place at the elementary building (315 W 2nd St., Blue Springs).

We invite families and community members to attend and help support our preschool program! ❤️🖤

2 days ago, Southern
A white graphic with a red border announcing “Southern Preschool Advisory Meeting” in bold black and red text. The Southern Little Raiders Preschool logo—a cartoon child in a cowboy hat riding a horse inside a red circle—is displayed on the left. The graphic includes event details: Friday, April 10 at 1 PM, held at the elementary building located at 315 W 2nd St., Blue Springs, NE 68318.

🏃‍♀️ Southern Track heads to Thayer Central!

Catch the Raiders in action on April 2, starting at 12:00 PM. Let’s show up and support our athletes as they compete! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride

2 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
A black-and-white action photo of a female track athlete sprinting on a track while holding a relay baton. Overlaid text reads “Southern Track” in large white and red letters with a faint Raider horse logo in the background. Event details at the bottom state: “Thayer Central Community Schools, April 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – Finish.”
JAG students had a great day on April 1st exploring future career pathways with visits to Tarkio Tech Institute and FAST Global Solutions in Auburn!

At Tarkio Tech, students observed hands-on learning and discovered how certification programs can directly prepare them for the workforce. They then connected their learning from Tarkio Tech to real-world opportunities at FAST Global Solutions, where they toured the manufacturing floor and saw firsthand how conveyor and ground support products are built—including the creation of their own specialized tooling.

One student shared, “I really enjoyed the day because I got to learn about what I want to do and how I can get to that place. It helped me understand the many options I can have and the attitude I need to have to get there.”
2 days ago, Alexis Schmidt
6 JAG students standing in front of FAST Globals Solutions ready to tour the manufacturing facility.
6 JAG Students standing in front of the Tarkio Tech sign after their tour.
JAG Students observing the CNA lab at Tarkio Tech.
JAG students listening and learning about the welding facility while looking at the welding booths.
JAG students being introduced to the dorms available at Tarkio Tech.

2026 Prom Schedule

2 days ago, Shannon Mick
A digital poster for "Wonderland" 2026 Southern Prom, scheduled for Saturday, April 11th. The top half of the image features a vibrant, "Alice in Wonderland" themed illustration with giant glowing mushrooms, a checkered path winding through a magical forest, and a white rabbit. The word "WONDERLAND" is written in large, stylized pink 3D letters across the center. The bottom half has a solid pink background with a detailed schedule in red text, listing events including dinner at 5:50, Promenade at 7:45, the dance from 9:00 to 11:00, and Post Prom from 12:00 to 3:00.
Nebraska Pioneer Conference Indoor Track Meet Highlights, what a great day for our track athletes! Proud of the effort, determination, and teamwork shown by everyone. Keep it up! #RaiderPride
4 days ago, Audrey Whitwer
🔥 Nebraska Pioneer Conference Indoor Track Meet Highlights 🔥 What a great day for our athletes! 💪🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ BOYS 🥇 Blaze Barleen – 60m: 7.58 🏃‍♂️ 4x200 Relay (Blaze Barleen, Landen Frerichs, Kolin Zarbynicky, Hunter Pollman) – 4th place: 1:48.48 GIRLS 🥇 Hadlee Maxson – 200m: 28.74 🥈 Hadlee Maxson – 60m: 8.45 🥈 Hadlee Maxson – Long Jump: 16-05.5 🥈 4x200 Relay (Natalie Lyons, Reece Barnard, Jaylin Klover, Hadlee Maxson) – 2:00.18 🏃‍♀️ Isabella Hopper – 4th place (3200m & 1600m) 🏃‍♀️ Reece Barnard – 5th place (60m Hurdles) 🏃‍♀️ Azlynn Stevens – 6th place (400m) 🏃‍♀️ 4x400 Relay – 6th place 💥 Huge congrats to Annika Glynn: • Shot Put: 34-05.00 • Discus: 103-05.00 🎉 Special shoutout to our GIRLS TEAM for finishing 4th overall with 66 points! Proud of the effort, determination, and teamwork shown by everyone. Keep it up!
Southern Cheer & Dance try outs- Any current 8th-11th graders interested in trying out for the 2026-27 Southern Cheer & Dance team please find Mrs. Dickinson and sign the sign up sheet in the art room. Tryouts will be held the week of April 20-24th and the deadline to sign up is April 17th. Go Raiders!!!
4 days ago, Josie Dickinson
Poster with cheer tryouts information in description. Cut outs of cheerleaders filling the space with black and red colors.

🎓 Senior Spotlights – Class of 2026 🎓

We’re celebrating more of our amazing seniors and the memories, advice, and experiences that have shaped their time at Southern! ❤️🖤

From state moments and favorite teachers to future goals and words of wisdom—these seniors are leaving their mark on Raider Nation.

👏 Blaze Barleen
👏 Jenna Forney
👏 Melanie Mendes

Once a Raider, always a Raider. #RaiderPride

4 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
A senior spotlight graphic featuring a smiling male student, Blaze Barleen, leaning on a railing outdoors. The design uses red, black, gray, and white school colors with “Southern Class of 2026” along the side. Text highlights include: favorite memory—making state with the “Magic 7”; most impactful teacher—Mr. Jurgens; favorite lunch—Crispitos; plans after graduation—attending college and experiencing life; advice—value a small, supportive friend group and remember your best is enough. A quote reads: “Work in silence, let your success be the noise.”
A senior spotlight graphic featuring a smiling female student, Jenna Forney, standing outdoors with greenery in the background. The design uses red, black, gray, and white school colors with “Southern Class of 2026” along the side. Text highlights include: favorite memory—having fun with classmates in PE; most impactful teacher—Mr. Iverson; favorite lunch—Crispitos; plans after graduation—pursuing personal passions, career opportunities, and independence; advice—be nice to everybody. A quote reads: “Life is Roblox.”
A senior spotlight graphic featuring a female student, Melanie Mendes, sitting on stone steps holding a small stuffed animal. The design uses red, black, gray, and white school colors with “Southern Class of 2026” along the side. Text highlights include: favorite memory—an art field trip with Mrs. Neverve; most impactful teacher—Mrs. Wise; favorite lunch—orange chicken; plans after graduation—learning more about herself and discovering her passions; advice—don’t let negativity get to you and focus on what makes you happy. A quote reads: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”
There will be a parent's meeting for parents of students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year. The meeting will take place at Southern Elementary in the library at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7.
5 days ago, Kane Hookstra
There will be a parent's meeting for parents of students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year. The meeting will take place at Southern Elementary in the library at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7.

⛳️ Raiders Golf is back in action!

Catch Southern High competing at the Auburn Country Club on Monday, March 30, at 9:00 AM.

Let’s go, Raiders! ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

5 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic for Southern High Golf Raiders event. Large red “Golf Raiders” text centered over a blurred image of a golfer on a green with a golf ball near the hole. Event details read: “March 30 | Monday | 9 AM.” Location listed as Auburn Country Club, 72722 US-75, Auburn, NE. Bottom includes “More Info” and the website www.southernschools.org .

🏀 ALUMNI/PATRON BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 🏀

Join us at Southern on March 28 at 9:00 AM for a day of competition, connection, and Raider pride!

Come out to support our players, reconnect with fellow alumni, and enjoy some great basketball.

❤️🖤 Let’s pack the gym and show what Raider Nation is all about! #RaiderPride

8 days ago, Drake Troxel
A bold red and black promotional poster for an “Alumni/Patron Basketball Tournament.” The design features a large close-up of a basketball at the bottom, a stylized rider on a horse in the top left, and white text on a black background reading “ALUMNI/PATRON BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT.” Smaller text below says “@ Southern March 28, 9:00 AM,” with decorative arrows and dotted patterns adding visual detail.
🚨 Attention everyone! 🚨

Please take a moment to review this important announcement for Sunday, March 29, 2026. Due to schedule changes, there will be no Music Booster BBQ and no Alumni Basketball Games on that day.
8 days ago, Dannie Eggerling
A red, white, and gray announcement graphic with a bold “ATTENTION” header at the top. Below, it reads “IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT” followed by “Sunday, March 29, 2026.” The notice lists: “1. No Music Booster BBQ” and “2. No Alumni Basketball Games.” A megaphone graphic appears in the bottom left, and a red horse-and-rider logo is shown on the right side.

🐾 IS THIS ANYONE’S CAT? 🐾

This cat was found outside the High School Commons doors and appears to be wearing a collar. It has been trying to get inside.

📞 If this is your cat or you have any information, please contact the school.

9 days ago, Southern
A small gray cat with light tan markings on its face and a black collar stands outside a glass door, resting its front paws on the door as if trying to get inside. The image includes text asking “Is this your cat?” and states the cat was found outside the High School Commons doors, wearing a collar and trying to get inside, with a request to contact the school if it belongs to someone.
There will be a parent meeting for students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year. The meeting will be on Tuesday, April 7 at 6 pm in the elementary library.
9 days ago, Kane Hookstra
There will be a parent meeting for students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year. The meeting will be on Tuesday, April 7 at 6 pm in the elementary library.

Selective Southern students are attending the State FFA Convention—representing their chapter, growing their leadership skills, and taking the next step toward their future 🌱🚜

9 days ago, Dannie Eggerling
A green-themed poster for the Southern FFA State Convention on March 26, 2026. The background shows a large tractor driving through a bright green crop field under a gradient green sky. The text explains that over 7,000 FFA members, advisors, and guests gather in Lincoln, Nebraska each spring for events like general sessions, competitions, workshops, and a career expo. At the bottom, icons highlight agricultural education, leadership, personal growth, and career success, alongside the Nebraska FFA Foundation logo.
Step Up Day is here! 🎒🌈

Southern Elementary is now filling spots for Kindergarten Round-Up on April 27, 2026. This is a great opportunity for age-eligible kids to get ready for their next big step!

🕘 Choose a time that works for you:
• 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

📞 402-645-3359

Have questions? Reach out by email:
✉️ khookstr@southernschools.org

✉️ drakes@southernschools.org

✉️ afreese@southernschools.org

We can’t wait to welcome our future kindergarteners! 💛
9 days ago, Amanda Freese
A pastel-colored promotional flyer for Southern Elementary’s “Step Up Day” on April 27, 2026. The background features a soft blue sky with clouds, a rainbow at the top, and small flowers near the bottom. The text reads: “Southern Elementary, April 27, 2026, Step Up Day, Now Filling.” It describes the event as a Kindergarten Round-Up for age-eligible children. Two time slots are listed: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A highlighted banner says “Call now to claim your spot” followed by the phone number 402-645-3359. At the bottom, three email addresses are provided for questions: khookstr@southernschools.org, drakes@southernschools.org, and afreese@southernschools.org. The design uses soft pastel colors and playful fonts suitable for a school event.

🏃‍♂️ Good luck to our Southern Track team as they hit the track at Doane College!

📍 Crete, NE
🕤 9:30 AM Start
📅 March 25, 2026

Run fast, compete strong, and represent Raider Nation with pride! ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

11 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
A red, black, white, and gray graphic promoting a Southern track event. The word “Southern” appears in bold at the top with “Track” in large lettering below. The background features a stylized running track with lane lines and three runners in motion. Event details read: “Start @ 9:30 AM · 25 March 2026” and “Doane College · Crete, NE.” The bottom of the graphic says “Good Luck Raiders.”