🚨 Important Alert System Test 🚨
Southern Public Schools will send a TEST email, phone call, and text message to parents, guardians, and staff today, Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM using our new alert system.

If you do not receive the email, phone call, or text, please notify Audrey Whitwer as soon as possible so we can update your information.
📞 (402) 645-3326
📧 awhitwer@southernschools.org

Thank you for helping us keep everyone informed and connected. ❤️🖤

about 1 month ago, Southern
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A huge THANK YOU to Security First Bank for generously providing Playa Azul for our Parent-Teacher Conferences! 🌮💛

Your continued support of Southern Public Schools means so much to our staff and community. Because of partners like you, we can focus on what matters most — connecting with families and supporting our students.

We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to Raider Nation. ❤️🖤
#RaiderPride #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
1 day ago, Southern
Gray background graphic with “Thank You” written in large white script across the top. A green Security First Bank logo appears in the upper left corner, and a red, black, and white Southern Raiders “S” logo is displayed in the lower right corner. The message thanks Security First Bank for generously providing Playa Azul for Parent-Teacher Conferences and expresses appreciation for their continued support of Southern Public Schools.

⏰ Time Is Running Out to Order the Yearbook!


The Southern Legend Yearbook captures memories from the first day to the last bell—and ALL orders are due by February 27, 2026.

No additional copies will be ordered after the deadline.

👉 Order online here:
https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/4Ik8M5ufsYrUY8N9vI8S8w9w

Questions? Please contact Mrs. Fralin at 📧 cfralin@southernschools.org

❤️🖤 Make sure your student’s memories are HERE.

24 days ago, Mrs. Fralin
Graphic advertising the Southern Legend Yearbook with the theme “From the first day to the last bell—it’s all HERE.” Includes ordering options, prices, QR codes, and a deadline of February 27, 2026.
Here’s what’s happening at Southern this week! 🗓️ From basketball and wrestling to FBLA and speech, it’s a busy week for Raider Nation. Be sure to check times and locations, and come out to support our students and programs. ❤️🖤
26 days ago, Southern
Weekly schedule graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” listing school activities and events from Monday, January 26 through Saturday, January 31, including basketball games, FBLA Reading Buddies, clinics, wrestling, and speech events, displayed in Southern Public Schools’ red, black, and white colors.
Southern Public Schools will have a two-hour late start on Monday, January 26. Buses will run accordingly. Stay warm, Raider Nation. ❤️🖤
27 days ago, Southern
Graphic with the Southern Public Schools logo and a megaphone icon announcing a two-hour late start on Monday, January 26. Text notes that buses will run accordingly, using Southern’s red, black, and white school colors.

Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, families, and staff. Stay warm, Raider Nation. ❤️🖤

about 1 month ago, Southern
Graphic with Southern Public Schools branding showing an activity update announcement, featuring a megaphone icon and bold black, white, and red design elements indicating a schedule change due to weather conditions.

📣 Important Communication Update 📣
Our new school alert system currently allows only two contacts per student to receive phone calls and text alerts. Students will not receive phone call or text message alerts through this system. We understand this may be limiting for some families and want you to know that we are actively working on a solution.

👉 In the meantime, we strongly encourage families to download the Southern School District 1, NE app and share important information with family members who may also need to receive updates. The app provides push notifications for announcements, alerts, and important school updates—helping everyone stay informed even if they are not listed as one of the two contacts.

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact:
📧 Chelesy Fralin – cfralin@southernschools.org
📧 Audrey Whitwer – awhitwer@southernschools.org

Thank you for your patience and continued support as we work to improve communication for our school community. ❤️🖤

about 1 month ago, Southern
Southern Public Schools logo featuring a stylized “S” in white and red within a black circle.
Here’s what’s happening at Southern this week! 📅 From academic competitions to a full slate of winter activities, it’s a busy week for Raider Nation. Be sure to check the schedule, support our students, and stay connected. ❤️🖤
about 1 month ago, Southern
Weekly agenda graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a red background and the Southern “S” logo at the bottom. The schedule lists events for January 19–24, including MLK Jr. Day, junior high quiz bowl, multiple JV/V basketball and wrestling competitions, speech events, and one no-activities day.
It’s a busy week at Southern! ❤️🖤
Be sure to stay connected and support our Raiders as another week of activities and events gets underway.
about 1 month ago, Southern
Weekly schedule graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a red gradient background and Southern “S” logo. The graphic highlights upcoming activities, games, meetings, and events taking place throughout the week of January 12–17, including MUDECAS basketball games, a Board of Education meeting, FFA Welcome Wednesday, and multiple junior high and varsity competitions.
🎉✨ A new year and a fresh start at Southern! As we head into the second semester, there’s lots happening across our school and activities. We’re excited to welcome students back and kick off 2026 with learning, growth, and Raider Pride. Stay connected and check the weekly agenda so you don’t miss a thing! ❤️🖤
about 2 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
Weekly schedule graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a red background and Southern logo. The agenda lists events for January 5–10, including no school on Monday, January 5; teacher inservice and no school on Tuesday, January 6; second semester beginning and a Jr/Sr High assembly on Wednesday, January 7; multiple activities and games on Thursday through Saturday, including Quiz Bowl, basketball, wrestling, and bowling competitions. A “Happy New Year” banner appears across the bottom with “Southern Pride” branding.

📲 Download the Southern App Today!
Don’t miss important school updates, announcements, and direct messages from your child’s teacher. The Southern app is your go-to source for everything happening at Southern—all in one place, right on your phone.

👉 Download the app today and stay connected, informed, and involved in your student’s education.
Thank you for supporting Raider Nation! ❤️🖤

Rooms 5.0

Apple Store

Google Play

about 2 months ago, Southern
Promotional graphic for the Southern School District mobile app showing two smartphones with the app interface. One screen displays a school news feed with posts from staff and the superintendent, and the other shows a direct message conversation between a teacher and a parent. Icons across the top highlight features including news, events, staff, messages, classes, and dining. Text reads, “It’s everything Southern School District, in your pocket.” App Store and Google Play download buttons and a QR code are shown at the bottom.

Transparency matters at Southern. The Special Board of Education meeting minutes from January 5, 2026, are now posted and available for review. Thank you for staying engaged with our school district.

January 5, 2026 Special School Board Minutes

about 2 months ago, Southern
Graphic announcing Southern Special Board of Education Minutes with a large red and black “S” logo on the left. Text reads “Southern Special Board of Education Minutes” with the date listed as January 5, 2026, and the time as 1:00 PM. The design uses Southern’s red, black, and white color scheme with clean, modern icons and accents.
Parents & Guardians 📲
You’ll be receiving an email invitation from Apptegy to set up your guardian account for the Southern School District app. This app will be an important communication tool, giving you direct access to school updates and messages from your student’s teachers.
Be sure to check your inbox, follow the steps to create your password, and download the app to get connected!
about 2 months ago, Southern
Graphic explaining next steps after receiving a Guardian Invite email from Apptegy. The image shows three steps: checking email to create a password, completing registration, and downloading the Southern School District app from the App Store or Google Play to access news, updates, and teacher communication through the Rooms feature.
🎉 Wishing our Southern community a positive start to the new year. Enjoy the remainder of winter break, and we look forward to welcoming students back on January 7, 2026.
about 2 months ago, Southern
Colorful “Happy New Year 2025” graphic on a black background, featuring glowing neon-style numbers and text inside a gold circular frame with sparkles and light effects.
Wishing our Southern community a very Merry Christmas! 🎄❤️ May your holiday be filled with joy, peace, and special moments with family and friends. Thank you for being such an important part of Raider Nation.
about 2 months ago, Southern
Holiday graphic featuring soft glowing lights and evergreen branches with the message “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” set in festive red script over a warm, seasonal background
Give the gift of life ❤️ The Wymore Community Center will host a blood drive on January 7, 2026. A single donation can make a powerful difference for patients in need. Community members are encouraged to consider donating and helping save lives. 🩸
2 months ago, Southern
Red and white graphic promoting a blood drive hosted by the Wymore Community Center. The image shows two arms with bandages after donating blood, heart icons, and text listing the date Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 12:00–5:45 p.m., with contact information and a “Donate Now” call to action.
🎄✨ The halls are festive, the excitement is high, and Christmas break is almost here at Southern! As we wrap up the semester, we’re celebrating school spirit, enjoying holiday fun, and wishing our Raider families a season filled with joy, rest, and time together. Thank you for a wonderful first semester—Merry Christmas from Raider Nation! ❤️🖤🎁
2 months ago, Southern
A red holiday-themed graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” featuring the week of December 22–27. Events include Christmas Character Monday on 12/22, Night Before Christmas pajama day and early dismissal on 12/23 with end of first semester, JV/V girls and boys basketball at Weeping Water at 4:30 PM, no school on 12/24–12/26 for Christmas break, and no activities on Saturday, 12/27. The graphic includes wrapped gifts, a sleigh silhouette, and the Southern “S” logo with the words “Merry Christmas.”
🏀 Holiday Hoops Are Here! 🏀
Southern Basketball is headed to the Weeping Water Holiday Tournament on December 29–30. Check out the brackets, schedules, and event information as our Raiders hit the court over break.

Let’s show our Raider Pride and wish our teams the best of luck! ❤️🖤
2 months ago, Southern
Graphic promoting Southern Basketball at the Weeping Water Holiday Tournament, featuring action photos of Southern players, dates December 29–30, 2025, and first game tip-off at 1:00 p.m.
Information graphic outlining details for the Weeping Water Holiday Basketball Tournament, including admission prices, parking and entrance locations, live stream options, team meal reminders, and game times.
Bracket graphic for the Weeping Water Holiday Basketball Tournament showing Girls A and B Division matchups, game times, locations, and participating schools.
Bracket graphic for the Weeping Water Holiday Basketball Tournament showing Boys A and B Division matchups, game times, locations, and participating schools.
Graphic reading “Good Luck Raiders!” with a bold Southern Raiders logo in the background.
📢 Important Parent/Guardian Announcement
Parents and guardians will soon receive an invitation to download the new Southern App. This app will serve as a direct communication tool between you and your student’s teacher, helping keep you informed and connected.

Once you download the app, be sure to click on Rooms or Messages and log in for direct communication to work properly.

Please watch for the invitation and download the app when it arrives. Thank you for staying connected with Southern!
2 months ago, Southern
Red and black circular Southern Schools logo with a bold red “S” in the center.

📲 Download the Southern Schools App!
Stay Raider Connected with instant access to news, events, lunch menus, calendars, notifications, athletics, and more — all in one place!
Available now on the App Store and Google Play.
Don’t miss out — download today and stay connected with Southern!

Apple Store

Google Play

2 months ago, Southern
“Graphic promoting the Southern Public School mobile app. A red background displays a smartphone showing the Southern logo. Text reads ‘Download Our App – Stay Raider Connected.’ Icons for the App Store and Google Play appear below, along with the school website URL.”