The first day of school for Southern 3- and 4-year old preschool classes will be Monday, August 24th. Please note that this is different than the elementary and high school start date. Teachers will be contacting parents this week to set up home visits.

21 days ago, Anna Manley
A cheerful preschool announcement poster in red, black, and white features a smiling black cartoon horse with a red bridle standing between two happy young children, a girl in a red dress and a boy in a red shirt, who are hugging the horse. Playful red hearts and doodles decorate the white background. Large bold text at the top reads, "Southern Little Raiders Preschool." Below, the message says, "First Day of School will be Monday, August 24th!" with the date displayed prominently inside a bright red banner. Along the bottom, the words "Learn • Grow • Belong" are separated by red hearts, creating a warm and welcoming back-to-school announcement for families.

Note from the Nurse

21 days ago, Dyan Allington
As the first day of school approaches, please make sure your child has all required physicals and immunizations completed before school begins. ✔️ Kindergarten students need a physical, vision exam, and required immunizations. ✔️ 7th grade students need a physical and an updated Tdap vaccine. ✔️ Sports physicals are required for students participating in athletics. ✔️ Out-of-state transfer students need a physical and vision exam. Please submit copies of all required records to the school office before the first day of school. If you have any questions, please contact me or the school office. We look forward to a healthy and successful school year! Dyan Allington, RN Southern School Nurse 📧 dallington@southernschools.org
If your child has asthma, allergies, or takes medications we need to hear from you!!
21 days ago, Dyan Allington
This colorful back-to-school flyer features bright school-themed graphics, including an inhaler, EpiPen, medication bottles, food allergy symbols, and a calendar, with large, easy-to-read headings. It reminds families to notify the school if their child has asthma, allergies, or takes medication, outlines the required health forms, explains medication policies, provides an August 20, 2026 deadline, and lists the school nurse's contact information for assistance.
The Southern Back-to-School Sale is officially LIVE! Save up to 35% on merchandise and get your gear delivered to your home in days! Don't wait! Shop Here: https://1stplace.sale/59340
25 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic promoting the Southern Back-to-School Spirit Wear Sale. The design features Southern Raiders branding with bold back-to-school themed graphics and apparel. Text announces that the sale is officially live with savings of up to 35% off merchandise. The graphic encourages families to shop now and notes that orders are delivered directly to their homes within days. The website for the Southern Spirit Wear Store is included for easy shopping.

🎒❤️🖤 The countdown to an amazing school year has begun! We can't wait to welcome our Southern Elementary Raiders back for another year of learning, laughter, and adventure. Be sure to save these important dates—we'll see you soon! 🍎📚

28 days ago, Dawn Rakes
Back to School – Southern Elementary (Accessible Text Version) Back to School! Southern Elementary New Year. New Adventures. Bright Futures! A colorful poster features a black horse mascot with red accents carrying two smiling students holding a Southern Elementary flag. The theme colors are red, black, and white with school-themed graphics including books, an apple, colored pencils, and a backpack. The right side lists important back-to-school dates. Important Dates 📅 August 3 Back-to-School Packets Mailed Back-to-school packets will be mailed to families. If you do not receive your packet by the end of that week, please contact the Southern Elementary office. 📅 August 18 6th & 7th Grade Orientation Time: 6:30 PM Location: High School Auditorium 📅 August 19 Elementary Open House Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM 📅 August 20 First Day of School Elementary Schedule 🍽️ Breakfast: 7:45 AM – 8:15 AM 🏫 Classes Begin: 8:13 AM 🕒 School Ends: 3:33 PM High School Schedule 🍽️ Breakfast: 7:45 AM – 8:10 AM 🏫 Classes Begin: 8:10 AM 🕒 School Ends: 3:47 PM Closing Message Let's Make It a Great Year! We look forward to welcoming all Southern Elementary students and families for another exciting school year filled with learning, friendships, and new adventures. Welcome back!

Notice of special education services for children who attend nonpublic schools and/or for children who attend home schools.

about 1 month ago, Kane Hookstra
The image identifies the following information regarding a public meeting:Notice of special education services for children who attend nonpublic schools and/or for children who attend home schools. On July 31 st , 2026, at 3:00 p.m., a meeting conducted by Southern Public Schools will take place at Southern Elementary School Boardroom located at 315 W 2 nd St, Blue Springs, NE. The purpose of the meeting will be to provide an opportunity for parents who have parentally placed their child in an approved and/or accredited nonpublic school or exempt home school and representatives of nonpublic schools to participate in the development of a plan for providing special education services to children with disabilities who attend an approved and/or accredited nonpublic schools and exempt home schools, which are within the Southern Public Schools district for the 2026-2027 school year. Parents of a home-schooled child or a child attending a nonpublic school who has been or may be identified with a disability and attend an approved and/or accredited nonpublic school within the boundaries of Southern Public Schools, are urged to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Mark Jolliffe at 402-645-3326
The Southern Back-to-School Sale is officially LIVE! Save up to 35% on merchandise and get your gear delivered to your home in days! Don't wait! Shop Here: https://1stplace.sale/59340
about 1 month ago, Mrs. Fralin
back to school
Southern Elementary is looking for Para Subs and Teacher Subs!
about 1 month ago, Dawn Rakes
Southern Elementary is looking for para subs and para teachers. please contact the elementary office at 402-645-3359 or visit our website southernschools.org for an application.
Don't forget to stop by Arbor State Park on Monday to join in the JAG summer fun!
about 1 month ago, Alexis Schmidt
Flyer explaining the summer event JAG is sponsoring for 8-12th grade students on July 20th
There is still time to register for camp. Please contact Shannon Burgess at 402-806-0560 or sburgess@southernschools.org
about 1 month ago, Shannon Burgess
Southern Youth Volleyball camp flyer with times and dates

Raider Volleyball Open Gym

about 2 months ago, Shannon Burgess
Raider Volleyball open gym from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
The Puerto Rico trip was absolutely amazing! We had so many amazing adventures! I am so proud of our students and how they represented our school, state, and selves with respect, kindness, and maturity! You made this trip a blast! ❤️ #RaiderProud
about 2 months ago, Dominique Clay
pic of kids making mofongo
pic of kids swimming in a bioluminescent bay
pic of kids in front of mural of turtles after snorkeling
pic of kids in hard hats before caving adventure
pic of kids on steps of house at a sugar hacienda
pic of group in Window Cave
pic of group at El Morro
pic of group atop Yokahu Tower in El Yunque Rainforest
pic of kids with our tour guide Shamir
pic of kids at Baño Grande in El Yunque
The Puerto Rico group hit the ground running today! We went to the beach this morning, made our own mofongo for lunch, explored Ponce, and went swimming in a bioluminescent bay! ¡Es un buen viaje!
2 months ago, Dominique Clay
Beach pic of kids on trip in front of the ocean
beach oic of kids on trip with the Puerto Rican flag!

Southern Spirit Wear is on sale! Short-sleeve cotton tees are just $19.99, and Badger Performance tees are $24.99. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on orders of $30+!

Shop now: https://1stplace.sale/59340

2 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A promotional graphic for the Southern Official Spirit Wear Store featuring a short sleeve T-shirt sale. The graphic advertises cotton T-shirts for $19.99 and performance T-shirts for $24.99 in red, black, white, and gray color options. Images of Southern Raiders shirts are displayed alongside a "Shop Now" button and information about free shipping on orders over $30. The graphic includes the website: 1stPlace.sale/59340 and the 1st Place Spiritwear logo.
📚✏️ Southern Elementary School Supply Lists are now available for the 2026–2027 school year!

Please use the link below to access your student's grade-level supply list and get ready for another great year at Southern Elementary:
https://aptg.co/_BxR69 ❤️🖤

We can't wait to welcome our Raiders back to school!

#RaiderPride #BackToSchool #SouthernElementary
2 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A fun and colorful Southern Elementary logo featuring the school's red, black, and white "S" emblem at the center. Surrounding the logo are smiling school-themed characters, including a pencil, crayon, backpack, books, and an apple. The design includes the words "Southern Elementary" and the motto "Learn • Grow • Lead," creating a playful and welcoming look that celebrates learning and school pride.
High school students participated in the June JAG gathering! Lots of s’mores were eaten, water balloons were thrown, and memories were made. It was a great chance to catch up and enjoy some summer fun. We hope to see everyone at the next meet-up on July 20!
2 months ago, Alexis Schmidt
Students enjoying making their own s'mores outside at the park.
Students getting ready to participate in the water balloon fight at the park.
Students at the park trying to dodge water balloons being thrown their way.
🏅 Congratulations to our Southern Jr.-Sr. High School students who earned Honor Roll recognition for the second semester of the 2025–2026 school year!

Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence have earned you this well-deserved recognition. Raider Nation is proud of your hard work and the example you set both in and out of the classroom.

Keep striving, keep learning, and keep making Southern proud! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride
3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A Southern Jr.-Sr. High School Honor Roll graphic recognizing students for the second semester of the 2025–2026 school year. The graphic features the Southern Raider logo and school colors of red, black, gold, and silver. Students are listed in two categories: Superior Honor Roll and Regular Honor Roll. The design celebrates academic excellence, hard work, and student achievement.
🚨 Raider Nation Notice 🚨

The Southern weight room will be closed to the public due to summer maintenance until further notice.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete improvements and necessary upkeep to the facility. Updates will be shared when the weight room is ready to reopen.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support of Southern Public Schools. ❤️🖤
3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
Southern Public Schools graphic with a black and red athletic-themed background featuring the Southern Raider logo. Large text reads: “Raider Nation Notice.” The graphic announces that the weight room will be closed to the public due to summer maintenance until further notice. The design includes weightlifting imagery and Southern school colors of red, black, and white.
Southern families, save $20 and earn free shipping on our spirit wear store orders this summer! Use Code SAVE20 and order today! https://1stplace.sale/59340
3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
Colorful promotional graphic for the Southern Official Spirit Wear Store summer sale. Large text reads “SUMMER Deals!” and advertises “Spend $60, Save $20” with promo code SAVE20. The graphic features Southern Raiders apparel including a red T-shirt, red tie-dye T-shirt, gray tank top, and red Raiders cap. Additional text encourages shoppers to “Shop Now” and notes Free Shipping on orders over $60. The store website, 1stplace.sale/59340, appears at the bottom alongside the 1st Place Spiritwear logo. Bright summer-themed colors, palm leaves, and beach-inspired graphics fill the background.
Summer fun is calling! Join us in the JAG summer activities you won't want to miss!
All 8th-recently graduated seniors are invited to participate.

June 15 - Water balloons and S'mores
July 20 - Yard Games and Protein Balls
August 19 - Chalk the Walk and Ice Cream
3 months ago, Alexis Schmidt
A flyer describing the Summer JAG Events offered to high school students.