Southern 3rd graders had an amazing time at the Gage County Fairgrounds for their “A Day at the Farm” field trip! Students explored where their food comes from while learning about beef and dairy cattle, chickens, swine, sheep, and goats. They also discovered the journey from farm to fork and gained insight into veterinary care. It was a fun, hands-on day full of learning and new experiences! 🐄🐑🐖🐓
4 months ago, Dyan Allington
A large group of elementary-aged children sit on metal bleachers inside a barn-like building. A few adults stand to the left. The space has high ceilings, bright overhead lights, and wood shavings on the ground. A table with supplies is visible in the foreground.
An older man demonstrates something with his hands to a small group of children gathered closely around him inside a barn. The children watch attentively. Another adult stands nearby observing.
Six children stand indoors against a plain wall, each holding a small chick. They smile toward the camera while gently holding the birds in their hands.
A group of children stand outside near a large building with a garage door. Some children are bending down to pick up items from the ground while others wait in line. Several adults stand in the background supervising.
Two boys walk toward buckets placed on the ground outside. Each boy holds a card with a picture on it. Other children and adults are scattered in the background near the building.
Children walk and gather outside near a large building on a sunny day. One child walks toward the camera while others move around in small groups. Adults stand nearby supervising the activity.
Four children stand at the front of a room holding educational posters about pigs, including pig breeds, products, and vocabulary. Other children sit in folding chairs facing them, listening.
A group of children pose in front of a large green tractor outdoors. A sign on the tractor reads “A Day on the Farm.” The children smile and face the camera.
Children gather around a table indoors covered with wool and wool products, including clothing and materials. They touch and examine the items while learning about them.
A man holds a sheep inside a barn while children stand nearby. One child reaches out to touch the sheep’s wool as others watch. The floor is covered in wood shavings.

🔓 Raider Nation — the High School Commons Open Path (keyless entry) system is now working again!

You can now access the commons using keyless entry as normal.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while the issue was being resolved. ❤️🖤

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A bold square graphic in Southern Raiders colors of red, black, and white announcing that the High School Commons Open Path keyless entry system is now working. Large text reads “Raider Nation, the High School Commons Open Path (Keyless Entry) is now working!” The graphic also includes icons of a lock and keyless entry system, the Southern “S” logo, and a thank-you message for everyone’s patience.
Southern PTO will be selling concessions at Fun & Field Day on Friday, May 8 as a fundraiser. Lunch meal deals are available for $5 (cash only).
4 months ago, Kane Hookstra
Southern PTO will be selling concessions at Fun & Field Day on Friday, May 8 as a fundraiser. Lunch meal deals are available for $5 (cash only).

🎓 Senior Spotlight – Class of 2026 ❤️🖤
Calee, Silas, and Skylar each have a story to tell. From favorite memories to the people who made a difference, their time at Southern has been filled with moments that matter.

Once a Raider, always a Raider. #WeAreSouthern

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
Senior spotlight graphic featuring Calee Belding (Class of 2026). Includes a portrait of Calee by water. Text highlights her favorite memory of being involved in clubs and activities, impactful teachers (Mrs. Schlüter, Mrs. Dickinson, Mrs. Clay, and office staff), favorite lunch (orange chicken or chicken tenders), excitement for freedom after graduation, and advice to enjoy high school and spend time with classmates. Includes a quote by Mac Miller.
Senior spotlight graphic featuring Silas Sedlacek (Class of 2026). Includes a portrait of Silas sitting in front of a rustic vehicle. Text shares his favorite memory of wrestling and making it to state with friends, most impactful teacher (Mr. Doose), favorite lunch (chicken sandwich), excitement for independence after graduation, and advice to try activities early. Includes a quote by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Senior spotlight graphic featuring Skylar Saia (Class of 2026). Includes a nighttime portrait with carnival lights in the background. Text shares his favorite memory involving Mr. Murphy and FL Studio, no favorite school lunch, excitement about earning money after graduation, and advice that high school is easy. Includes a quote by Tyler, the Creator.
For those traveling to Puerto Rico this summer, there will be an informational meeting to go over final details on Monday, May 18th @ 6:30 pm in Mrs. Clay's room at the High School. Please contact Mrs. Clay if you are unable to attend.
4 months ago, Dominique Clay
A colorful promotional flyer for a Puerto Rico meeting. The background is divided into angled sections showing vibrant scenes: pastel buildings on a hillside, a waterfall in a lush forest, a tropical beach with clear turquoise water, and a glowing bioluminescent bay at night. In the center, a white circular overlay contains the text: “Puerto Rico Meeting, Monday, May 18th, 6:30 pm, HS – Mrs. Clay’s Room.”
The Elementary Art Show will be held Thursday, May 14 in the Elementary gym. Tables will be displaying one art work from each student in grades K-6. All parents and community members are welcome and encouraged to attend! Doors will be open to the public from 4-6pm. Free soft drinks and snacks will be provided! See you all there!
4 months ago, Josie Dickinson
Art on display on lunch tables in a school gym
Art on display on lunch tables in a school gym

🎓 Class of 2026 — this one’s for YOU!

Celebrate your senior year at Beatrice Speedway on Friday, May 8, with a night full of dirt track action… and FREE grandstand admission for local-area seniors! 🏁🔥

Bring your friends, enjoy the races, and make it a night to remember! ❤️🖤

#BeatriceSpeedway #ClassOf2026

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic promoting Beatrice Speedway’s Class of 2026 Celebration Night. Bold text announces that local-area seniors will receive free grandstand admission on Friday, May 8, 2026. The design features a dirt track background, checkered flags, and red, black, white, and yellow racing-themed graphics with the Beatrice Speedway logo prominently displayed.
✨ It’s award night! ✨
Come support our amazing students at the FBLA Award Ceremony starting at 6:30 PM, with the Scholastic & Honors Program to follow at 7 PM. Let’s celebrate success together!
4 months ago, Lanee Reinke
May 5, 2026 FBLA Awards Ceremony at 6:30 P.M. . Ceremony Scholastic and Honors Program to follow at 7 P.M.

Another strong showing for our JH Raiders at Tri County on May 4! 🔥🏃‍♂️

🥉 4x100 Relay – Saathoff, Rakes, Darnell, Vrtiska
🥉 High Jump – Easton Kostal

Additional finishes:
• 5th – Emery Saathoff (100m Hurdles)
• 6th – Emery Saathoff (200m Hurdles)
• 6th – 4x100 Relay (Kostal, Maxson, Pinkerton, Crome)
• 6th – 4x400 Relay (Maxson, Dorn, Stevens, Lundstedt)
• 5th – High Jump (Harley Darnell)

Proud of the effort and growth—keep it going, Raiders! ❤️🖤 #WeAreSouthern

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A bold red, black, and white graphic titled “JH Track Results” highlights Southern junior high performances from the Tri County meet on May 4, 2026. The design features action photos of athletes competing in long jump, sprinting, high jump, and distance running. Results listed include: Emery Saathoff placing 5th in the 100m hurdles and 6th in the 200m hurdles; a 3rd place finish in the 4x100m relay by Emery Saathoff, Sophie Rakes, Harley Darnell, and Helen Vrtiska; a 6th place 4x100m relay by Easton Kostal, Reeve Maxson, Maddux Pinkerton, and Kash Crome; a 6th place 4x400m relay by Reeve Maxson, Dalton Dorn, Bo Stevens, and Aaron Lundstedt; Harley Darnell placing 5th in high jump; and Easton Kostal placing 3rd in high jump.
Congratulations to our Boys and Girls Track & Field teams on an incredible performance at the Pioneer Conference meet! Keep pushing, keep improving, and keep making us proud!

Isabella Hopper 1st --> 3200m Run 13:07.89
Hadlee Maxson 1st --> 200m Dash 28.77
Annika Glynn 1st --> Discus 114-07
Hadlee Maxson 2nd --> 100m Dash 13.45
Reece Barnard 3rd --> 100m Hurdles 17.44
Girls 4x100m Relay 3rd --> 55.02 (Natalie Lyons, Reece Barnard, Jenna Forney, Hadlee Maxson)
Reece Barnard 4th --> 300m Hurdles 52.18
Isabella Hopper 4th --> 1600m Run 6:22.57
Jaylin Klover 4th --> Triple Jump 31-01
Jaylin Klover 4th --> Shot Put 32-06
Girls 4x400 Relay 5th --> 4:49.71 (Sadie Rakes, Azlynn Stevens, Natalie Lyons, Reece Barnard)
Paxx Adams 5th --> Triple Jump 37-09.5
Annika Glynn 6th --> Shot Put 31-04.5
Dominic Renderos 6th --> 200m Dash 25.88
Boys 4x400m Relay 6th --> 4:15.11 (Hunter Pollman, Dominic Renderos, Kolin Zarybnicky, Landen Frerichs)

Congratulations to the Southern girls on a 4th place team finish with 70 points!
4 months ago, Audrey Whitwer
The image is a bold, high-contrast sports graphic announcing results for a track and field event. At the top, large white block letters read “PIONEER CONFERENCE TRACK.” Below that, the word “RESULTS” appears in a bright red, graffiti-style script with a white underline, making it stand out as the focal point. The background is mostly black with a gritty, textured look, accented by red paint splashes, diagonal streaks, and small decorative marks that give it an energetic, competitive feel. Along the bottom are three black-and-white action photos placed side by side: On the left, a young athlete runs on a grassy field, passing a cone, with other runners blurred in the background. In the center, another athlete is mid-jump on a track, arms raised overhead, knees bent, captured in the air during a field event. On the right, a runner is leaping over a hurdle on a track, body angled forward with intense focus.
📚 End-of-year reminder, Raider families!

Late/Missing Book Notices will be coming home with elementary students soon. Please check your student’s backpack for the notice and either return the book or submit payment to the elementary office or Mrs. Fralin by the end of the school year.

Thank you for helping us keep our library running strong as we wrap up another great year! ❤️📚
4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A bright, colorful school graphic with a fun end-of-year theme announces that late or missing library book notices will be sent home with elementary students. The design includes the Southern “S” logo, rainbow lettering, and playful icons like a backpack, books, piggy bank, and sunshine. It asks families to check backpacks for notices and explains that books can be returned or payment submitted. The graphic lists the deadline as the end of the school year and directs items to be returned to the elementary office or Mrs. Fralin. The bottom thanks families for helping keep the library running.

Strong performances from our Junior High Raiders at JCC on April 30! 🔥🏃‍♂️

🥉 Emery Saathoff – 3rd, 100m Hurdles
4️⃣ Emery Saathoff – 4th, 200m Hurdles
5️⃣ Kaiden Allington – 5th, 1600m Run

Keep putting in the work—Raider Nation is proud! ❤️🖤 #WeAreSouthern

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A bold red, black, and white graphic titled “JH Track Results” highlights Southern junior high track performances from the April 30 meet at JCC. Action photos show athletes clearing hurdles and running on the track. Results listed: Emery Saathoff placed 3rd in the 100m hurdles and 4th in the 200m hurdles, and Kaiden Allington placed 5th in the 1600m run.
Southern Jr. High Track is hitting the road for an exciting meet at Tri County High School on May 4th at 10:00 AM! Come out and support our athletes as they give it their all on the field and track.
4 months ago, Dannie Eggerling
A red and gray promotional poster for a high school track event featuring a student athlete in a red “Southern” shirt throwing a shot put. Large bold text reads “Southern Jr High Track.” Event details say “Start @ 10:00 AM 5/4/2026 @ Tri County High School (Away).” The bottom of the poster says “Good Luck Raiders” with a red dotted design border.

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

From competitions and concerts to celebrations and the seniors’ final day—there’s a lot going on across Raider Nation. Be sure to check the schedule and come out to support our students!

#RaiderNation

4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A red and black Southern Public Schools graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a large “S” logo in the center. The weekly schedule includes: Monday, May 4: JH Track at Tri County (10:00 AM); GBB meeting after school in Room 206 Tuesday, May 5: FBLA Awards Ceremony (6:30 PM); Scholastic/Honors Program (7:00 PM) Wednesday, May 6: JH Incentive Day dismissal at 10:15 AM; Biology Zoo Trip departs at 6:30 AM Thursday, May 7: REED meeting/picture (7:15 AM); Golf at JCC (9:00 AM); 5th–12th Grade Instrumental Concert (7:30 PM) Friday, May 8: State Fire Day; Seniors’ last day (meet in library at 8:15 AM); Varsity Track at JCC (10:00 AM) Saturday, May 9: JH Pioneer Conference Track at Pawnee City (9:00 AM) “RAIDERS” is displayed prominently at the bottom.
Congratulations to these primary grades students who made the biggest gains on their DIBELS testing. Way to go!!!
4 months ago, Kane Hookstra
The image shows five students who made the highest gains on their DIBELS testing
🏃‍♂️ Varsity Track Meet 🏃‍♀️

Join us this Saturday, May 2, at Lewiston High School as our Raiders hit the track!
⏰ 8:00 AM start

Come out and show your support—let’s cheer them on to victory!
Good luck, Raiders! ❤️🖤
4 months ago, Whyit Barton
Poster for a varsity track event. The top reads “Varsity Track” in bold black letters outlined in red. Below, it announces: “Saturday, May 2, Lewiston High School at 8:00 AM.” At the bottom, it says “Good Luck Raiders!” with a small graphic of a rider on a horse in the lower right corner. The background is gray with a faint track oval design behind the text.
Mila, the Mailhan's therapy dog, brought so many smiles to Southern Elementary today! 🐾💛
Students loved spending time with her, enjoying moments of calm, comfort, and connection.

Thank you, Mila, for making our day a little brighter! #RaiderPride
4 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A bright, colorful graphic featuring multiple photos of elementary students gathered outside, smiling and petting a fluffy therapy dog named Mila. The design includes playful paw prints and hearts, with bold text that reads: “Mila the Mailhans Therapy Dog visited Southern Elementary today!” A message on the graphic thanks Mila for bringing smiles, calm, and kindness, and ends with the phrase: “Pawsitive impact. Lasting memories.”

SOUTHERN PTO IS REQUESTING ASSISTANCE

FOR FUN AND FIELD DAY CONCESSIONS

If you are able to donate any of the following items, it is greatly appreciated.

Donations can be dropped off at the elementary office by Wednesday, May 6.

 

The following items are requested:

15 pounds of hamburger

10 packages Fairbury brand hot dogs (32 oz)

12 packages hot dog buns

1 large bottle of ketchup

1 large bottle of mustard

2 jars of pickle chips (32 oz)

5 variety boxes of chips (18 count)

5 dozen baked goods

4 40-pack of bottled water

4 6-packs red Gatorade

4 6-packs blue Gatorade

4 6-packs orange Gatorade

4 6-packs yellow Gatorade

200 paper boats

 

Thank you in advance for supporting this Southern PTO fundraising event.

4 months ago, Kane Hookstra
SOUTHERN PTO IS REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FOR FUN AND FIELD DAY CONCESSIONS If you are able to donate any of the following items, it is greatly appreciated. Donations can be dropped off at the elementary office by Wednesday, May 6. The following items are requested: 15 pounds of hamburger 10 packages Fairbury brand hot dogs (32 oz) 12 packages hot dog buns 1 large bottle of ketchup 1 large bottle of mustard 2 jars of pickle chips (32 oz) 5 variety boxes of chips (18 count) 5 dozen baked goods 4 40-pack of bottled water 4 6-packs red Gatorade 4 6-packs blue Gatorade 4 6-packs orange Gatorade 4 6-packs yellow Gatorade 200 paper boats Thank you in advance for supporting this Southern PTO fundraising event.
Congratulations to the Southern Boys & Girls track teams on a great day of competition at the Falls City Invite!

Girls 4x100 Relay 1st -> 53.63 (Natalie Lyons, Reece Barnard, Jenna Forney, Hadlee Maxson)
Reece Barnard 2nd -> 100m Hurdles 17.75
Jenna Forney 2nd -> 300m Hurdles 54.17
Jaylin Klover 2nd -> Triple Jump 32-02.25
Isabella Hopper 2nd -> 3200m Run 13:55.43
Annika Glynn 2nd -> Discus 108-11
Paxx Adams 3rd -> Triple Jump 37-03
Natalie Lyons 4th -> 100m Dash 14.07
Jenna Forney 4th -> 100m Hurdles 18.26
Azlynn Stevens 4th -> 400m 1:11.80
Annika Glynn 4th -> Shot Put 33-07
Girls 4x400 Relay 4th -> 5:03.84 (Jenna Forney, Azlynn Stevens, Sadie Rakes, Reece Barnard)
Blaze Barleen 4th -> 100m Dash 12.03
Landen Frerichs 4th -> 800m Run 2:23.20
Boys 4x100 Relay 4th -> 50.78 (Blaze Barleen, Dominic Renderos, Hunter Pollman, Carsen Goes)
Boys 4x800 Relay 4th -> 10:04 (Landen Frerichs, Silas Sedlacek, Ryker Swearingen, Harper McDonald)
Addyson Morris 5th -> 800m Run 3:13.48
Isabella Hopper 5th -> 1600m Run 6:23.84
Sadie Rakes 5th -> 400m 1:13.25
Carsen Goes 5th -> Discus 113-10
Boys 4x400 Relay 5th -> 4:09.18 (Landen Frerichs, Ty Huls, Ryker Swearingen, Harper McDonald)
Jaylin Klover 6th -> Shot Put 30-02
4 months ago, Audrey Whitwer
A bold, high-contrast poster announces a “Falls City Track Meet.” The background is dark navy blue with large red paint-like streaks across it, giving an energetic, sporty feel. At the top, large white block letters read “Falls City Track Meet.” Below, the poster is split into two sides. On the left, smaller white text says “Southern Girls Team,” with very large outlined letters “3RD” beneath it, indicating a third-place finish. On the right, matching text reads “Southern Boys Team,” with large outlined letters “5TH,” indicating a fifth-place finish. The bottom portion of the image features a black-and-white action photo of several high school athletes sprinting on a track. The runners are mid-stride, leaning forward with focused expressions, arms pumping. They wear sleeveless track uniforms with school names and numbers, and the background shows a blurred fence and a few spectators, emphasizing motion and competition.
Congratulations to these Southern students for winning the Twin Rivers Dealership coloring contest. Twin Rivers sponsored a competition for area students.
4 months ago, Kane Hookstra
Congratulations to these Southern students for winning the Twin Rivers Dealership coloring contest. Twin Rivers sponsored a competition for area students.