Sheridan High School students continue to raise the bar!
SHS students earned a school-record 436 passing scores on Advanced Placement (AP) exams during the 2026 testing cycle, exceeding last year's record of 406.
This year, students took 733 AP exams, which is up from 621 last year and 554 two years ago. Every qualifying score of 3, 4, or 5 represents college credit opportunities, potential tuition savings, and demonstrates a student's readiness for college-level coursework.
Sheridan students scored above the Arkansas state average in 12 AP courses and above the global average in seven courses. Additionally,102 AP Scholar Awards were earned by Sheridan students this year, up from 95 in 2025 and 59 just two years ago.
"Congratulations to our students and teachers for another year of exceptional achievement," said Sheridan Acceleration Coordinator Summer Williams. "Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence continue to open doors for future success."
SHS students earned a school-record 436 passing scores on Advanced Placement (AP) exams during the 2026 testing cycle, exceeding last year's record of 406.
This year, students took 733 AP exams, which is up from 621 last year and 554 two years ago. Every qualifying score of 3, 4, or 5 represents college credit opportunities, potential tuition savings, and demonstrates a student's readiness for college-level coursework.
Sheridan students scored above the Arkansas state average in 12 AP courses and above the global average in seven courses. Additionally,102 AP Scholar Awards were earned by Sheridan students this year, up from 95 in 2025 and 59 just two years ago.
"Congratulations to our students and teachers for another year of exceptional achievement," said Sheridan Acceleration Coordinator Summer Williams. "Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence continue to open doors for future success."
Catch all the action this season! The Sheridan Yellowjackets varsity football team will open with an exhibition game at Camden Fairview on August 18, followed by the regular season opener at home August 28 against White Hall. Let's support our team throughout the year. (Following is a link to schedules for all fall sports: https://shorturl.at/PQTrj.)
Go Jackets!
Go Jackets!
The beginning of the 2026-27 school year is still a few weeks away, but the work of preparing for it has been underway all summer. Earlier this month, Sheridan School District administrators gathered for our annual two-day Administrative Summit — a time to step away from the day-to-day demands of running schools and focus on the bigger picture.
Over the course of the summit, our leadership team discussed the opportunities and challenges ahead, shared ideas, learned from one another, and worked together to ensure every campus is ready for a successful start to the school year.
We're grateful for a team that never stops working to make the Sheridan School District a place where students, staff, and families can thrive. Here's to another year of "Excellence Every Day!"
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Over the course of the summit, our leadership team discussed the opportunities and challenges ahead, shared ideas, learned from one another, and worked together to ensure every campus is ready for a successful start to the school year.
We're grateful for a team that never stops working to make the Sheridan School District a place where students, staff, and families can thrive. Here's to another year of "Excellence Every Day!"
#YJNation
Join us at our second annual East End Back-to-School Bash on August 1! Festivities will continue from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the East End Ball Park.
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Welcome to an outstanding group of new teachers and coaches at the Sheridan School District! We're looking forward to a great school year!
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Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸
As we celebrate on the Fourth of July, we also proudly honor America's 250th anniversary — 250 years of freedom, courage, perseverance, and opportunity. At the Sheridan School District, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country, protecting the freedoms we cherish. We also thank our students, families, faculty, staff, and community for helping shape the next generation.
May this Independence Day be filled with pride, gratitude, and time spent with those you love.
Happy 250th, America!
As we celebrate on the Fourth of July, we also proudly honor America's 250th anniversary — 250 years of freedom, courage, perseverance, and opportunity. At the Sheridan School District, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country, protecting the freedoms we cherish. We also thank our students, families, faculty, staff, and community for helping shape the next generation.
May this Independence Day be filled with pride, gratitude, and time spent with those you love.
Happy 250th, America!
Join us at our second annual East End Back-to-School Bash on August 1! Festivities will continue from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the East End Ball Park.
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We are proud to celebrate 48 of our outstanding Sheridan School District teachers who were recognized for their exceptional work and dedication. Together, they were awarded a collective $138,000 in merit pay through the Arkansas Department of Education’s Merit Teacher Incentive Program, reflecting their commitment to student success and excellence in education. The program rewards licensed educators for exceptional student growth, mentoring aspiring teachers, and serving in critical teacher shortage areas.
Congratulations to these educators on this well-deserved recognition! Your hard work, passion, and impact make a difference every day, and we are grateful for all you do for our students and schools.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Congratulations to these educators on this well-deserved recognition! Your hard work, passion, and impact make a difference every day, and we are grateful for all you do for our students and schools.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Sheridan Youth Football and Cheer will have uniform fittings, final registration and equipment handout on July 18 at the Yellowjacket Fieldhouse. Details are available in the accompanying graphic. For more information or questions, email syyfl@outlook.com or text 870-883-0954.
A group of Sheridan administrators shared their knowledge and expertise with aspiring principals from across the state in a presentation on Thursday, June 25 sponsored by the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA). Sheridan administrators who shared with the group included Superintendent Chad Pitts, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Missy Walley, Director of School Support and Leadership Dr. Heather Williams, and East End Middle School Principal Dr. Amber Binz.
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The Sheridan School District has announced its supply lists for grades K-8 for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. The district will provide all Kindergarten supplies FREE this year with the exception of a backpack and water bottle. (Note: Some supplies may need to be replenished during the school year.)
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Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open at the Sheridan School District, and we’re excited to make the first day a little easier for our families. Every 2026-27 kindergarten student in our district will receive FREE school supplies!
That’s one less thing to shop for, and one less expense to plan for — just show up ready to learn.
Big opportunities. Caring teachers. A community that takes care of its kids.
Get started today by visiting: https://www.sheridanschools.org/.../2026-27-kindergarten...
We can’t wait to welcome the next class of Yellowjackets.
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That’s one less thing to shop for, and one less expense to plan for — just show up ready to learn.
Big opportunities. Caring teachers. A community that takes care of its kids.
Get started today by visiting: https://www.sheridanschools.org/.../2026-27-kindergarten...
We can’t wait to welcome the next class of Yellowjackets.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Sheridan School District school nurses (left to right) Karen Stephens, East End Intermediate; Janet Stockton, East End Elementary; Kim Norwood, Sheridan Intermediate; and Shelley Davis, Sheridan Elementary; attended the Arkansas School Nurse Conference June 9-10 in Conway.
Topics of training included diabetes updates, school nurse’s role in first response, CERP updates (Emergency Response Plan - Project Adam), functional neurological disorder, and self-care.
We appreciate our school nurses' commitment to continuous learning and their dedication to keeping our students healthy, safe and ready to learn!
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Topics of training included diabetes updates, school nurse’s role in first response, CERP updates (Emergency Response Plan - Project Adam), functional neurological disorder, and self-care.
We appreciate our school nurses' commitment to continuous learning and their dedication to keeping our students healthy, safe and ready to learn!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
The Grant County Chamber of Commerce presented their annual Teacher of the Year awards this morning during the chamber's monthly breakfast. Each year, the Chamber selects three teachers from throughout the Sheridan School District to honor. This year's recipients were Tara Derby of East End Elementary School, Summer Scott of Sheridan High School, and Brittany Walker (not pictured) of Sheridan Middle School.
Congratulations to each of these outstanding educators!
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Congratulations to each of these outstanding educators!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Sheridan Cheer had an amazing week at camp! Here are a few highlights and photos.
Sheridan Varsity Cheer
• 1st place in the large varsity JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Pyramids Award
• Stay SAFE Award
• Superior ratings in JAM and Game Day Cheer evaluations
Pin It Forward Award – Chanley Paty and Brooklon Litzsey
All-American Team – Chanley Paty, Annslee Young, Kalyn Taylor, Averi Sledge, Lexi Hall, and Audrey White
9th Grade Cheer
• 1st place in the small junior high JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Pyramids Award
Pin It Forward Award – Lyla Weatherly
All-American Team – Gabi Motes and Ava Lucas
7th/8th Grade Team
• 2nd place in the middle school JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Stunts Award
• Superior ratings in JAM and Game Day Cheer evaluations
Pin It Forward Award – Zoey Bradshaw
Junior High Top Gun Tumble Award – Anyston Watkins
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Sheridan Varsity Cheer
• 1st place in the large varsity JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Pyramids Award
• Stay SAFE Award
• Superior ratings in JAM and Game Day Cheer evaluations
Pin It Forward Award – Chanley Paty and Brooklon Litzsey
All-American Team – Chanley Paty, Annslee Young, Kalyn Taylor, Averi Sledge, Lexi Hall, and Audrey White
9th Grade Cheer
• 1st place in the small junior high JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Pyramids Award
Pin It Forward Award – Lyla Weatherly
All-American Team – Gabi Motes and Ava Lucas
7th/8th Grade Team
• 2nd place in the middle school JAM competition
• Technical Excellence in Stunts Award
• Superior ratings in JAM and Game Day Cheer evaluations
Pin It Forward Award – Zoey Bradshaw
Junior High Top Gun Tumble Award – Anyston Watkins
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
NOW ENROLLING FOR 2026-2027 PRE-K! 🐝🎒
Give your child a great start with Pre-K at Sheridan Elementary School or East End Elementary School and run by the Dawson Education Service Cooperative.
If your child will be eligible for Pre-K during the 2026-2027 school year, now is the time to begin the registration process. Your child must be at least 3 years old on or before August 1, 2026 to apply for preschool. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-qualified basis. (Classes are funded through Arkansas Better Chance for School Success and have specific, state-mandated eligibility guidelines. If any spots remain to be filled after all students who are eligible based on income have been accepted students will be accepted into the program based on a sliding scale where families will be responsible for paying a portion of the tuition.)
📍 Pre-K classes are available at:
• Sheridan Elementary School (SES)
• East End Elementary School (EEE)
Required documents include:
✔ Birth Certificate
✔ Social Security Card
✔ Current Immunization Record
✔ Proof of Income
✔ Proof of Residency
✔ Well Child Physical
📝 The registration link will be posted in the comments.
Don't wait – space is limited! We look forward to welcoming our newest Yellowjackets! 💙💛
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Congratulations to Sheridan students Carter Lowery, Joshua Tolliver and Aiden Morgan for representing our community this week at Arkansas Boys State at University of Central Arkansas!
From left to right: Carter Lowery, Joshua Tolliver and Aiden Morgan.
Carter was elected as one of three senators for Womack County, and Joshua was elected Justice of the Peace for Cotton County during the week’s activities.
Arkansas Boys State gives students the opportunity to learn firsthand about leadership, government and public service through a hands-on experience in state and local government. We are proud of these young men for representing Sheridan so well at this year’s program!
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From left to right: Carter Lowery, Joshua Tolliver and Aiden Morgan.
Carter was elected as one of three senators for Womack County, and Joshua was elected Justice of the Peace for Cotton County during the week’s activities.
Arkansas Boys State gives students the opportunity to learn firsthand about leadership, government and public service through a hands-on experience in state and local government. We are proud of these young men for representing Sheridan so well at this year’s program!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
A huge THANK YOU to our Jacket Health & Wellness team for investing in our students!
During our Spring Physical Clinic in May, they provided 263 FREE sport and band physicals, bringing the total to an incredible 453 FREE physicals provided during the 2026 school year!
We are so grateful for the care, time, and dedication they continue to pour into our students and families.
During our Spring Physical Clinic in May, they provided 263 FREE sport and band physicals, bringing the total to an incredible 453 FREE physicals provided during the 2026 school year!
We are so grateful for the care, time, and dedication they continue to pour into our students and families.
The Sheridan School District hosted a retirement banquet Thursday evening for each of the district’s retiring employees. Best wished Teri Bibb-EEE second grade; Debbie Bowen-SMS 6th grade ELA; Karen Burnett-SHS science; Billie Corley-SES special education; Markeeta Cunningham-bus driver; Kelly Foshee-SHS science; Alisa Gray-Director of Federal Programs & Curriculum; Tracy Sproul-EEE first grade; and (not pictured ) Bobbi Hall-SES second grade and Chris Kline-SHS mathematics.
Collectively, the group has 298 years experience in education, including 213 with the Sheridan School District.
We wish the very best for each of you and hope you enjoy your retirement!
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Collectively, the group has 298 years experience in education, including 213 with the Sheridan School District.
We wish the very best for each of you and hope you enjoy your retirement!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Congratulations to the members of the 2026-27 Lady Jacket 7th, 8th, and 9th grade basketball teams!
