

May 13, 2026
❤️🖤 Reminder to all Southern Class of 2026 graduates and families! Graduation weekend is almost here, and we are excited to celebrate this special milestone with you. 📅 Friday, Ma...

May 13, 2026
Where has the school year gone? It is hard to believe that we are finishing up the 2025-2026 school year. Our staff and students have had a very busy year, but I believe that the ...

May 12, 2026
Our students attended the state convention this year and had a great time. They learned many new leadership techniques and discovered ways to improve their chapter while also meet...

May 12, 2026
The 8th grade JAG students recently attended Career Adventure Days hosted by IGNITE Pathways, and it was a great way to wrap up everything they have been learning about careers an...

May 12, 2026
On May 7, 3rd-6th graders went bowling in Beatrice at Manes Lanes in Beatrice. Students who met testing goals received the incentive. The students enjoyed the afternoon of bowlin...

April 10, 2026
Spanish 3 & 4 Students attended the UNL World Language Fair and competed in creating posters themed around "The Beauty of the World." Students also had the opportunity to experien...

April 10, 2026
📣 You asked—Southern delivered! The Southern Alumni Book is now live on the website, celebrating generations of graduates from 1888 to today. ❤️🖤 🔗 View it here: https://cre...

March 24, 2026
Southern Public Schools is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate High School Special Education Teacher to join our team. At Southern, we pride ourselves on being “a sma...

March 18, 2026
Every year on March 21st, people around the world come together to raise awareness, celebrate inclusion, and support individuals with Down Syndrome . This special day highlights...

March 17, 2026
We’re not done yet! keep strengthening vocabulary every day! Reading, writing, speaking, and making meaningful connections with new words will always be important. The goal is...

March 16, 2026
Southern Public Schools is currently accepting applications for two teaching positions for the 2026–2027 school year . The district is seeking passionate educators who are excite...

March 16, 2026
The high school boys wrestling team wrapped up their season with an 8th-place team finish. The boys had 7 state qualifiers, Wyatt Forney and Drake Troxel, ended their seasons with...

March 16, 2026
Mrs. Arnold’s and Mrs. Burgess’ fourth-grade classes enjoyed a presentation this quarter about Nebraska soybeans from representatives of the Nebraska Soybean Board. During the pre...

March 16, 2026
Kindergarten students created animal habitat boxes to conclude our Plants and Animals science unit. Each student chose an animal and built a small model habitat showing where that...

March 16, 2026
Southern 9th graders traveled to Fairbury to participate in Connecting the Dots...an interactive career exploration simulation program designed to help students learn more about c...
March 16, 2026
This year Mrs. Freese's Pre-K group learned about planting and growing strawberries in hydroponic planters! The kids are excited to have strawberries coming in. They have learned ...

March 16, 2026
Southern 7th Graders completed their first formal essay following the MLA format! They used the Steps of Writing to complete their effort: Pre-Write, Draft, Revise, Edit, and Su...

March 12, 2026
Southern Elementary recently received a new book vending machine. The local Kiwanis Club generously donated the vending machine and books to the elementary. Students can earn token...

March 12, 2026
JH robotics did amazing today at their competition at ESU5! Ten teams competed and Southern's Team Venezuela brought home a first place win and an awesome trophy, and Team Mexico ...

March 12, 2026
First graders celebrated Dr. Seuss week from March 2-5th! They celebrated his birthday, completed Dr. Seuss activities, and read books with book buddies. We also listened to a v...