Hi Southern families!

Our extended spirit wear Back-to-School Sale ends tomorrow! Take advantage of our biggest sale of the year and gear up for the school year!

Save up to 35% off sitewide and shop today: https://1stplace.sale/59340
30 days ago, Digital Media
Southern Official Spirit Wear Store Back-to-School Sale “Final Days” graphic featuring a red Southern Raiders hoodie, gray T-shirt, red crewneck, and red hat. Shoppers can save up to 35% sitewide and receive free shipping on orders over $85. Shop at 1stplace.sale/59340.
Good luck, Raider Nation! 🔴⚫ Bring the energy, show your Raider pride, and cheer loud for our team!
30 days ago, Digital Media
Good luck, Raider Nation! 🔴⚫ Bring the energy, show your Raider pride, and cheer loud for our team!

🥎 GAME DAY, FALCONS! 💙🤍

It's time to take the field! Come support our Lady Falcons as they face Falls City! 🦅🔥

📅 Thursday, September 24 ⏰ 5:00 PM 📍 Fiedler Family Ball Complex — Falls City Hartman Field

Bring the energy and cheer on our girls! 💙🥎

LET'S GO, FALCONS!

30 days ago, Digital Media
A softball game day graphic featuring a female softball player wearing a navy jersey and protective face mask on a softball field. Large navy and light blue text reads “SOFTBALL” with “Game Day” in script underneath. A falcon logo is centered below the title, followed by “VS Falls City.” The graphic announces Thursday, September 24, at 6:00 PM, at Fiedler Family Ball Complex — Falls City Hartman Field. Faded softball images and a gray stadium background complete the design.
📚✨ THE SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR IS ALMOST HERE! ✨📚

📅 SEPTEMBER 28 – OCTOBER 1

The Book Fair encourages students to READ 📖 AND raises much-needed funds for our school! ❤️🖤

⏰ BOOK FAIR SHOPPING HOURS

🌅 Before School: 7:45–8:15 AM
🎒 After School: 3:30–4:00 PM

⭐ SPECIAL PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE HOURS ⭐
📅 Thursday, October 1
🕒 3:00–8:00 PM

💳 MAKE SHOPPING EASY WITH eWALLET!

The easiest way for kids to shop the Fair is by creating and funding your child’s eWallet. No more worrying about cash, and their balance shows right on the register!

👇 SET UP YOUR CHILD’S eWALLET HERE:
https://scholastic.com/bf/southernelementaryschool

📚❤️ We can’t wait to see our Southern Elementary Families at the Book Fair! ❤️📚
about 1 month ago, Dawn Rakes
Image Description: A bright, elementary-friendly Scholastic Book Fair flyer in Southern Elementary’s red, black, and white school colors. The flyer features cheerful cartoon children reading and holding stacks of colorful books. The Scholastic Book Fair will be held September 28 through October 1. Book Fair Shopping Hours: Before School: 7:45–8:15 AM After School: 3:30–4:00 PM The Book Fair will also be open during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, October 1, from 3:00–8:00 PM. Families can make shopping easier by creating and funding a Scholastic eWallet for their child. This allows students to shop without bringing cash to school. To create an eWallet or learn more about the Book Fair, visit: https://scholastic.com/bf/southernelementaryschool The flyer includes books, stars, hearts, an eWallet graphic, and Southern Elementary branding.
Southern Juniors and Seniors attended the Beatrice Area College Fair hosted by SCC Beatrice, where they were able to visit with various college and military representatives.
about 1 month ago, Pam Trauernicht
students visit with college rep
students talking with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
students visiting with college rep
📚❤️ Southern Elementary Families — Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up! ❤️📚

We look forward to visiting with you about your student’s progress! 🍎✏️ Please check out the information below for conference times and staff availability.

📅 Thursday, October 1st | 3–8 p.m.

🏫 High School Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on the same date and time. High School families DO NOT need to sign up for conference times.

❤️🖤 We can’t wait to see you! Go Raiders! 🖤❤️
about 1 month ago, Dawn Rakes
Southern Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences flyer in red, black, and white. At the top, two cartoon students ride a black Southern Raider horse while holding a red Southern flag. Large text reads, “Southern Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences.” Conferences are Thursday, October 1st, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Families are reminded that students should have, or be bringing home, a form to select three preferred conference times. The teacher will confirm which time works. Forms must be returned by Monday, September 28th. Specials and other staff availability: Mr. Nielson – Band: High School only, 3:00–5:00 p.m. Mrs. Schaefer – Art: Elementary, 3:00–5:15 p.m.; High School, 5:30–7:45 p.m. Mr. Adams – P.E.: Elementary only, 3:00–7:45 p.m. Mrs. Stevens – Music: Elementary only, 3:00–5:15 p.m. Ms. Burgess – 4th Grade and Miss Betten – 1st Grade: Available 3:00–4:30 p.m. Families may email to schedule a different day because they will be gone for volleyball. The bottom includes books with the words Respectful, Responsible, Safe and the words Southern Elementary.
Southern Music Boosters will be serving Chili & Cinnamon Rolls @ the home football game @ Arbor State on October 16th from 6:00-7:30! Come support the Raiders and enjoy rolls made by Sunrise Bakery as well as some delicious homemade chili!
about 1 month ago, Dominique Clay
Promotional graphic for Chili & Cinnamon Rolls featuring an illustration of a bowl of chili and cinnamon rolls. Text announces “Chili & Cinnamon Rolls,” with rolls by Sunrise Bakery, $10, Friday, October 16th, 6:00–7:30, at the home football game vs. Osceola. The bottom reads, “Come support the Southern Music Boosters.”

🏐 Volleyball | Southern Triangular
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 5:00 PM
📍 Southern
📻 Sunny 101.3 will be covering the action LIVE!

Let’s go, Raiders! ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

about 1 month ago, Andyn Roberts
Game Day graphic for Southern volleyball featuring two players and volleyballs. The game is a Southern Triangular on September 22 at 5:00 PM at Southern. The graphic encourages Raider Nation to attend and support the team.

Everyone is invited.....

about 1 month ago, Shannon Burgess
This is a flyer for a pep rally for homecoming written in read with black background
Southern National Honor Society is selling PinkOut shirts. Scan the QR Code to place your order and pay by card. If you would like to pay cash or Venmo, contact Mrs. Trauernicht at the high school. The last day to purchase is Thursday, October 1. Thank you for your support!
about 1 month ago, Pam Trauernicht
Promotional graphic showing adult Raiders apparel in gray, light pink, and bright pink. It displays short-sleeve t-shirts for $15, long-sleeve shirts for $18, crewneck sweatshirts for $20, and hooded sweatshirts for $25. Each item features "RAIDERS" lettering with pink or white checkerboard accents and a small ribbon symbol. Sizes are listed as Small-3x Large.
Promotional graphic showing youth Raiders apparel in gray, light pink, and bright pink. It displays short-sleeve t-shirts for $15, crewneck sweatshirts for $20, and hooded sweatshirts for $25. Each item features "RAIDERS" lettering with pink or white checkerboard accents and a small ribbon symbol. Sizes are listed as xSmall-xLarge.
Promotional graphic with pink text reading "RAIDERS PINK OUT GEAR" and "SCAN QR CODE TO ORDER," above a QR code.

📋 Southern Public Schools Board Minutes

Minutes from the September 14, 2026 Board of Education meetings are now available.

View the minutes here:
September 14, 2026 Board Minutes

❤️🖤 A Small-School Community with Big Opportunities.

about 1 month ago, Southern Public Schools
Southern Public Schools graphic in red, black, and white featuring the Southern Raider mascot and the district motto, “A Small-School Community with Big Opportunities.” Large text reads “Southern School Board Minutes,” with a document and gavel graphic.
🏈 Schedule Update! Southern has added a Junior High Football game to the schedule!

📅 Monday, October 12
📍 @ Weeping Water
⏰ 5:00 PM
about 1 month ago, Southern Public Schools
🏐 Match Day! Southern takes on Lewiston in a JH volleyball game on Monday at 4:00 PM.

about 1 month ago, Hadlee Maxson
Black-and-gray volleyball game graphic announcing a Southern vs. Lewiston JH volleyball match at 4:00 PM on Monday at Lewiston High School. The design features a volleyball, team names, and the words “Rise, Serve, Win.”
Varsity Softball Tournament
📅 September 19, 2026
📍 Louisville High School Ash Grove Sports Complex
⏰ 9:00 AM
about 1 month ago, Natalie Lyons
Graphic for a varsity softball tournament featuring a softball player throwing a pitch, with details for September 14, 2026, at Louisville High School Ash Grove Sports Complex at 9:00 AM.
🏐 Match Day! Come support Southern JV Volleyball at the Lewiston JV Tournament on Sept. 19 at Lewiston. Games start at 8 AM!
about 1 month ago, Digital Media
Southern JV volleyball match-day graphic featuring a Southern volleyball player holding a volleyball with lightning in the background. Text reads: “Match Day — Southern JV Tournament — Sept. 19 @ Lewiston — Starts at 8 AM.”
🏐 Congratulations, Raiders! ❤️🖤

Congratulations to Jaylin Klover and Hadlee Maxson on being named MUDECAS Class B All-Tournament Honorable Mention! Way to represent Southern! 🏐👏
about 1 month ago, Southern Public Schools
Graphic congratulating Jaylin Klover and Hadlee Maxson for earning All-MUDECAS Class B Honorable Mention in volleyball. The graphic features black-and-white photos of both Southern volleyball players with red, black, white, and gray accents.
🎓 Class of 2026 — Your Yearbooks Are Here! ❤️🖤

Stop by Southern High School at your convenience to pick up your copy of the Southern Legend yearbook!

We can’t wait for you to see it! 📖
about 1 month ago, Mrs. Fralin
2025–26 Southern Legend yearbook cover featuring a vintage map of the Wymore area, a Southern Raider graphic, and the theme “HERE.”
The Southern Student Council would like to share the Homecoming Royal Court with the community. You will also find our dress up days for Homecoming Week and information for students that want to buy a ticket or T-shirt from Mr. Tunink(deadline is Monday at 4pm).

Homecoming King Candidates:
Paxx Adams
Taiton Decker
Wyatt Forney
Blake Meece
Kai Spann

Homecoming Queen Candidates:
Mya Frase
Caroline Heard
Isabella Hopper
Autumn McKernan
Azlynn Stevens

Please wish them all luck before 9-12 students vote for our 2026 Homecoming King and Queen!
about 1 month ago, Jeffrey Tunink
Poster describing the Homecoming theme of Carnival Nights. The poster also lists that sales are from 9/15 to 9/21 for $13 tickets to the dance and $17 tickets for a T-shirt.
Poster describing the theme days for Homecoming 2026. Monday is Clown Day, Tuesday is Circus Animal Day, Wednesday is Freak Show/Wacky Wednesday, Thursday is Two of a Kind Day(Twin Day), and Friday is Red, White, and Black Day.
📸✨ PICTURE RETAKE DAY! ✨📸

Southern Families — mark your calendars! ❤️🖤

Friday, October 16th
📷 Southern Picture Retake Day

Did your student miss Picture Day or need a new photo? This is their chance to smile for the camera! 😁📸

❤️🖤 Southern Public Schools 🖤❤️

✨ Dress your best and don’t forget your smile! ✨
about 1 month ago, Dawn Rakes
A square Southern Public Schools “Picture Retake Day” graphic in red, black, and white. At the top, a large Southern “S” logo appears beside bold text reading “PICTURE RETAKE DAY!” A black banner underneath says, “Southern Families — Mark Your Calendars!” The left side features a large camera with “SMILE BIG” written on the lens and a note that says, “Dress your best and don’t forget your smile!” On the right, a calendar displays Friday, October 16th. Below it reads, “Did your student miss Picture Day or need a new photo? This is their chance to smile for the camera!” A bordered reminder near the bottom says, “If you need an order form, please contact the Elementary or High School Office.” The bottom features the Southern Public Schools name along with a red, black, and white Raider riding a horse and carrying an “S” flag.
🏈📻 Raider Football is LIVE on Ol’ Red 99.5!

Can’t make it to Friday night’s game? Catch Southern vs. Tri County live on 99.5 FM in Nebraska or listen online for FREE!

📅 Friday, Sept. 18
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Southern
📻 99.5 FM
💻 olred995.com

Tune in and cheer on the Raiders! ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride
about 1 month ago, Mrs. Fralin