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SHS Families: We hope everyone enjoyed a three-day weekend! Take a moment to get a glance at what September has in store by exploring our weekly newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/redy81

✨Arkansas JAG Awards Luncheon ✨

Natalie McClennen, the first-ever Arkansas State JAG President, spoke and assisted at the Arkansas JAG Awards Luncheon this summer. She attended the luncheon alongside leaders from the Governor’s Office, state representatives, senators, key business partners, district administration, JAG specialists, and fellow JAG students.

The SHS JAG program received the Prestigious 6-of-6 Award at the national level, and Mrs. Abana Nevens was recognized as one of the state’s outstanding specialists.

SHS Families: We had a fantastic first week and are excited for the week ahead! Please be sure all required forms are completed, and don’t forget to check our weekly newsletter for updates and quick access to any forms you may still need. {https://secure.smore.com/n/xz6sj8}

You're invited!
All freshmen and new students are encouraged to attend Orientation on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, beginning at 5:30 PM in McKenzie Hall.

Congratulations to incoming SHS seniors Connor Nash, Carson Lyons, Gavin Goldman, and Cade Lazenby who are representing our district at Arkansas Governor’s School this year. SHS teacher Olivia Lewis is also participating in the program, serving her third summer as a Social Science instructor teaching constitutionalism.

AGS is a four-week residential summer program held July 6 through August 5 at Arkansas Tech University. It aims to challenge highly motivated, creative students through an intellectual atmosphere that moves above and beyond the typical school experience. Students were selected from applicants from all over the state after completing an extensive application process. We are excited for them to represent SHS through their extended studies this summer!

Sheridan High School junior Eli Wolfe, son of Dennis and Kelly Wolfe, has been elected as a State Representative at Arkansas Boys State 2025. Eli was chosen by his peers during the 84th annual session of Arkansas Boys State, held May 25–30 at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. This prestigious program, sponsored by the American Legion, brings together more than 600 of Arkansas's top students for a weeklong, hands-on experience in leadership and civic engagement. As part of the mock government structure, Eli will serve as one of the representatives within a congressional district made up of student-elected senators and representatives. We are proud of Eli’s achievement and the leadership he continues to demonstrate on behalf of Sheridan High School!

Today was Junior Takeover Day at SHS! The Class of 2026 came together with their teachers to celebrate as they prepare to begin their senior year. A big thank you to StuCo, Ms. Katie Drake, and Coach Ingram for making this event possible. What a great day to be a Yellowjacket! #SWARM #trendsetters

Volleyball tryouts for students currently in grades 7-8, originally scheduled for Thursday, have been postponed until Tuesday, May 27 due to the Lady Jacket softball team playing for the state championship on Thursday. Tryouts on Tuesday will be at Sheridan Middle School from 4:00-5:30 p.m. East End Middle School students will have transportation to and from SMS.

SHS Seniors: Join your classmates for the Sunset Celebration!

Closing Out Teacher Appreciation Week with Gratitude! On this final day of Teacher Appreciation Week, SHS faculty enjoyed a beautiful patio picnic featuring delicious smoked potatoes—courtesy of our new friends, Pam and Scott Cameron with Central Arkansas FCA. We were blessed with nice weather, great food, and even better fellowship. It has been an amazing week filled with appreciation and support for our teachers. Thank you to everyone who helped make it so special. Your kindness and recognition mean the world to us!

Congratulations to Yellowjacket sophomore Isaiah "Zay" Stephens for his performance yesterday at the Class 5A state track meet. Stephens placed fourth in the long jump and eighth in the 200m dash. Way to go, Zay!

Congratulations to Sheridan’s Sadie Sterritt and Skylar Sterritt for their performances at yesterday’s 5A state track meet at Vilonia. Sadie, a freshman, won the state title in the 100m hurdles. Her first-place time was 15.36 seconds. Skylar, a junior, placed second in the 100m dash, and fourth in the 200m dash, long jump and high jump. Great job!

SHS is Grateful for Our Community Support! Today, our amazing SHS PTO treated our staff to delicious Pizza Hut pizza, while the Senior Class sweetened the morning with donuts. We’re also thankful to our local businesses, Century 21, and ARESC for providing cookies, cupcakes, and other thoughtful treats. Your kindness and support mean the world to our teachers—thank you for making this week so special!

A Special Thanks to Jackets for Success! Today, our amazing Jackets for Success students treated our staff to a delicious cook-out in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week! From preparing goodie bags to serving snacks and organizing monthly meals, these students go above and beyond to show their appreciation—and we are so grateful. Thank you, Jackets for Success, for the thoughtful touches and for making us feel so valued. A special shoutout to your leader, Kasey Dammann, and all the helping hands who made today so special. We truly have the best students!

SHS Teachers are Blessed! A huge THANK YOU to Brother Thomas Sewell and the amazing congregation at First Baptist Church of Sheridan for blessing our staff with a delicious lunch today! Your kindness and generosity is appreciated. We are so grateful for your continued support of Yellowjacket Nation!

Congratulations to the Sheridan High School juniors and seniors for their recent induction into the National Honor Society! It is a well deserved honor.

Taco ’bout appreciation! SHS teachers were celebrated in style with a delicious Taco Party in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week! A huge shoutout to Tamyra Cody and Ashley Mosley, who served the meal on behalf of the senior class—your thoughtfulness made the day extra special! We’re also incredibly grateful to Cotija’s of Sheridan for providing the amazing food. Your generosity brought smiles (and full stomachs) to our hardworking staff! Thank you for showing love to the teachers of SHS—you make our Yellowjacket family shine!

SHS Reminder to Seniors and Their Families: Please make note of these important upcoming dates. Next week marks the beginning of both AP testing and semester exams for our seniors. Stay focused, finish strong, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions! #SWARM #classof2025