REMINDER: The annual Sheridan High School Elective Fair is being held during the school day today for all 8th-11th grade students. The Elective Fair will also be open tonight during Parent-Teacher Conferences for parents and students to view together. The Elective Fair is a great way to explore course options for next year!
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Elective Fair
Congratulations to the Sheridan 8th grade girls' basketball team for their first round win on Saturday in the conference tournament over Sylvan Hills. They will play White Hall tonight at 7 p.m. at Jacksonville. Go Jackets!
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Free substitute teacher training: Sheridan School District - Tuesday, Feb. 20, 9a-12p 🍎 Proof of high school ciploma/GED required 🍏 Must pass FBI/DHS background checks (please call ESS prior to training for instructions) 🍎 Bring I-9 acceptable documents to the training If you have questions, please contact ESS at (800) 641-0140.
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sub training
Thank you to Mrs. Christy Daniels for all she does for the staff and students at our ALA campus. She goes above and beyond for our staff, and puts our students' needs above her own. #YJNation
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Christy Daniels
It's time to sign up for cheer tryouts ... (info in the graphic.)
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cheer tryouts
The 2024 Sheridan football schedule is set! It's going to be a GREAT season to be a Yellowjacket! #YJNation
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football schedule
As National School Counseling Week nears its end, we've highlighting counselors throughout the Sheridan School District. Today, we'll profile our high school counselors, Nick Steele, Vicki Strong, and Abbey Lusinger. Thank you for all that you do! #YJNation #BeADifferenceMakers
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counselors
Our final SSD school board member profile is of the longest-serving member of the board, Jody Spann. He has served on the board more than 26 years, and was president of the board approximately 17 years. What is your occupation/employer? I have been in the custom home-building business all my life. Both of my grandfathers were builders. My Dad and uncle operated Spann and Williams builders for 32 years. My wife, Sherry, and I started Spann Construction Inc. in 1998. We specialize in custom home-building and design. Where are you originally from? (where you grew up) I am a life-long resident of East End. How long have you served on the SSD Board of Education? I became a board member 26+ years ago (1997) to be more involved with my children's education and now have the same opportunity with my grandchildren. I have had the opportunity to serve under five superintendents. What drew you to serve on the board? I wanted to be part of helping improve and enhance the education system of Sheridan Schools, as well as be an advocate for students and staff in the Sheridan School District. What do you enjoy most about the position? Watching our teachers and staff succeed in having a positive impact on students’ lives and seeing those students going on to be successful contributing citizens. Tell us a little about your education/experience/background? I was Senior Class President and a 1978 graduate of Sheridan High School. While I was in school, I enjoyed being part of the football team, FFA and Youth For Christ. After graduation, I attended the Missionary Baptist Seminary. Any info about your family or pets you’d like to share? I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Sherry, for 44 years. We have two children: daughter, Charity Hart, and son, Billy John Spann, both graduates of Sheridan Schools. We also have six grandchildren: Chelsey, Payten, Zaine, Wyatt, Sally Kate, and Avery. What is your favorite meal? One of the favorite things about turkey hunting with my Dad was the fried wild turkey breast, fried potatoes and homemade rolls when the hunt was successful, which most of the time it was with my Dad. What is your dream vacation? (Assuming money and time are not an issue.) Sherry and I have had the privilege to travel to some very nice places in last several years, but Hawaii and Alaska remain on our bucket list. What are your hobbies? My wife and I love to travel and see new places. I love to dive and spear fish in area lakes. We enjoyed a snow skiing trip at spring break for many years when our kids were in school. I love to hunt, fish, ride horses, and be part of anything our grandchildren are doing.
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Jody Spann
Twelve Sheridan High School student-athletes participated in National Signing Day activities today in a ceremony at Yellowjacket Arena. SHS seniors who have signed to play college sports include: Kayden Porter (basketball, Ouachita Baptist), Brennan Jarreau (baseball, Henderson State), Bella Norman (track/cross country, Ouachita Baptist), Izaiah Owens (football, Central Arkansas), Abby Martin (volleyball, Lyon College), Lakin Shaw (cheer, Central Arkansas), Braden Reed (football, Ouachita Baptist), Callie Kilburn (softball, Ouachita Baptist), Jackson Bourne (football, Ouachita Baptist), Nathan Uptagrafft (track, Central Arkansas), Joanna Loretz (cheer, Central Arkansas), and Macy Moring (cheer, Central Arkansas). Congratulations to these Yellowjacket seniors and best wishes in your college endeavors! #YJNation #BeADifferenceMaker
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senior signing day pic
During this National School Counseling Week, we've meeting counselors throughout the Sheridan School District. Today, we'll profile our middle school counselors, Jessica Ashcraft, Christy Daniels, and Carrie Shankles. We appreciate all that you each do for our district! #YJNation #BeADifferenceMakers
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middle school counselors
Below is ticket information for the 5A-South Girls Regional Wrestling tournament. It will be held Saturday, Feb. 10 at Hot Springs Lakeside beginning at 10 a.m. Tickets are available online through GoFan at: https://gofan.co/event/1377312?schoolId=AR18640 Tickets will be redeemed on site by tournament “ticket-takers,” so it is important that they are not redeemed before then. Tickets are $7 for regional tournaments. Admission will be charged for ages 5 and up. Only the current year AAA passes and lifetime AAA passes will be accepted for this tournament. No conference/district passes will be accepted. Each AAA pass admits 2 people only – the cardholder and one guest. Let’s support our Jackets!
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Coming soon! It's almost time to enroll your new Yellowjacket. Online registration for pre-K and Kindergarten students for the 2024-25 school year will be available beginning March 4. More information will be coming soon. #YJNation
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It's Game Day! Sheridan hosts El Dorado tonight at Yellowjacket Arena. JV boys will tip off at 5:00 p.m., followed by the varsity girls. The Lil Jackettes will perform at halftime of the girls game. Varsity boys play following the girls. Go Jackets! #YJNation
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Game Day graphic
Congratulations to Jackson Appleget for earning a spot in both the All-State Symphonic Band and the All-State Jazz Band!! Also, congratulations to Joshua Harvison for earning an alternate spot in the All-State Jazz Band. The All-State concerts will take place on Feb. 17 at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
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Today's SSD School Board member profile is Clarissa Wallace. What is your occupation/employer? I hold two positions that I love dearly. I work for Arkansas State University, and I serve as the early childhood children’s pastor at Grace Church in East End. Where are you originally from? (where you grew up) I grew up in East End. I’m a 1994 graduate of Sheridan High School. How long have you served on the SSD Board of Education? Eight months. What drew you to serve on the Board? I have continuously prayed throughout my career for God to guide me into service where He would like to use me most. I have served as an educator for 25 years. I felt like my experience in early childhood leadership would add to the synergy of the Board. I saw God open a door, so I said, "Thank you and amen!" and walked through it. What do you enjoy most about the position? I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to dream with fellow board members, Dr. Neathery, and her cabinet of leaders about future plans and ways to best support the students and families in our district. I also enjoy the opportunities to visit every campus and meet faculty and staff that I might never would have met. I’m proud of our district and the work every single person puts into making our schools run day to day for our children. Tell us a little about your education/experience/background? I received my BSE in elementary education in 1998. I began my career teaching kindergarten, then went on to earn my M.Ed. in elementary reading education and licensure as a K-12 literacy specialist. I have spent most of my career as a trainer and coach with Arkansas State University serving early childhood teachers and administrators on the implementation of emergent curriculum, trauma-informed classrooms, behavior support, and developmentally appropriate practice. Any info about your family or pets you’d like to share? I treasure family dinners, lake trips, and time together with my husband, Ronnie, and our two grown children. Ronnie and I have been married for 25 years. We have a 21-year-old daughter, Raylee, a junior at A-State, and a 17-year-old son, Layton, a senior at Sheridan High School. We all attend Grace Church in East End where I serve as the early childhood children's pastor. What is your favorite meal? Shrimp and grits. What is your dream vacation? (Assuming money and time are not an issue.) I've always wanted to go to Tahiti with my husband, but I would love anywhere that has a beautiful beach. What are your hobbies? During the summer months, I love watching Travelers baseball and going to the lake. Something about you most people might not know is ... When I retire, I want to be a teacher of toddlers.
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Clarissa Wallace
This week is National School Counseling Week, and we continue to highlight counselors throughout the Sheridan School District. Today, we'll meet our intermediate school counselors, Brittany Stamper and Autumn Gilbert. Thank you for all that you do! #YJNation #BeADifferenceMakers
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REMINDER: Sheridan athletes who have committed to play in college will participate in a National Signing Day ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 7. They will sign in Yellowjacket Arena beginning at 10 a.m. The public is invited to this exciting event. It will also be live-streamed on the YJ Network.
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Signing Day
February 5-9 is National School Counseling Week, and we have some of the very best in the Sheridan School District! They are all truly Difference Makers. For the next few days, we'll be highlighting counselors throughout the district. Today, we'll begin with our elementary school counselors, Christy Whitley and Melissa Brown. (Graphics credit to Allyson Pitts.) Be sure to tell them all how much you appreciate them! #YJNation #BeADifferenceMakers
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Today's SSD School Board member profile is Stan Hancock. What is your occupation/employer? I work at Ansell Healthcare as a territory sales manager. Where are you originally from? (where you grew up) I am from Sheridan. How long have you served on the SSD Board of Education? One year. What drew you to serve on the Board? My mother worked for the district for 25 years and always wanted me to run. I finally felt like I was in a place that I could contribute, that I could help make the district a better place for our kids. What do you enjoy most about the position? The feeling of accomplishment when we see our students thriving as a result of decisions we've made. I'm only a very small piece of the puzzle, but helping kids succeed in any capacity is rewarding. Tell us a little about your education/experience/background? I graduated from the University of Central Arkansas. I've been in industrial and safety sales for 30 years. What is your favorite meal? Steak and broccoli. What is your dream vacation? (Assuming money and time are not an issue.) I want to tour the state of Wyoming. What are your hobbies? I enjoy ATV riding.
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Game Day alert! The LadyJackets play in Pine Bluff at 5:30 today for a conference make-up game!
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game day