1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest Winners
Winners of the 1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest were announced last week!
Big Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Wicked — submitted by the Theatre Department (Graci Gossage, Madi Hooks, and Kelsi Metzger)
🥈 2nd Place | Clown — submitted by Izabel Harp
🥉 Honorable Mention | Poison Apple — submitted by Johnathan Rogers
Small Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Piñata — submitted by Aimee Stalbaum
🥈 2nd Place | Pumpkin King — submitted by Austin Parades
🥉 Honorable Mention | Veggie Tales — submitted by Braxton Derby and Aidan Morgan
Special thanks to McCoy Tygart for providing the bag of candy and treats presented to Aimee Stalbaum.
We’d also like to thank our judges — Jan Caldwell, SSD School Board Member, and Dr. Leann Pinkerton, SSD Technology Director — for lending their time and expertise.
In addition to participating in the contest, our students also donated new socks for the sock drive hosted by Pinnacle Pointe Therapy.
Winners of the 1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest were announced last week!
Big Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Wicked — submitted by the Theatre Department (Graci Gossage, Madi Hooks, and Kelsi Metzger)
🥈 2nd Place | Clown — submitted by Izabel Harp
🥉 Honorable Mention | Poison Apple — submitted by Johnathan Rogers
Small Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Piñata — submitted by Aimee Stalbaum
🥈 2nd Place | Pumpkin King — submitted by Austin Parades
🥉 Honorable Mention | Veggie Tales — submitted by Braxton Derby and Aidan Morgan
Special thanks to McCoy Tygart for providing the bag of candy and treats presented to Aimee Stalbaum.
We’d also like to thank our judges — Jan Caldwell, SSD School Board Member, and Dr. Leann Pinkerton, SSD Technology Director — for lending their time and expertise.
In addition to participating in the contest, our students also donated new socks for the sock drive hosted by Pinnacle Pointe Therapy.
WOW — Yellowjacket Pride in action!
Our SHS community raised over 4,000 non-perishable food items during our Student Council Hunger Games! A huge thank you to our students and teachers for stepping up and giving back. Because of you, so many families in our community will benefit from your generosity.
A special shoutout to Olivia Lewis and her students—they alone collected over 3,000 items! Incredible work! We would also like to recognize the SHS Student Council members and their sponsor, Mrs. Lindsay Rich, for all the great things they do for SHS and the SSD community.
This is what it means to SWARM and support our community.
#SHSPride #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #CommunityStrong
Our SHS community raised over 4,000 non-perishable food items during our Student Council Hunger Games! A huge thank you to our students and teachers for stepping up and giving back. Because of you, so many families in our community will benefit from your generosity.
A special shoutout to Olivia Lewis and her students—they alone collected over 3,000 items! Incredible work! We would also like to recognize the SHS Student Council members and their sponsor, Mrs. Lindsay Rich, for all the great things they do for SHS and the SSD community.
This is what it means to SWARM and support our community.
#SHSPride #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #CommunityStrong
SHS Jackets for Success (JFS) students treated our teachers today! Thanks to these Christmas elves, our faculty enjoyed hot cocoa and sweet treats. These students are guided by their teacher, Ms. Kasey Dammann, and are a huge help to SHS. We truly appreciate their efforts.
🎄 Looking for the perfect Christmas gifts? 🎁
Check out the Christmas Flash Sale at the YJ Store in the SHS Arena! The store will be open on December 15 and December 19 from 5:45–8:30 PM.
Stock up on YJ merch and support our students and the Marketing Business Enterprise pathway at the same time. Don’t miss out!
#YellowjacketWay #YJStore #ShopLocal #SWARM #Excellence #EliteOps
Our SHS Yellowjacket wrestlers had an outstanding showing this weekend—both on the mat and on the podium!
Girls Results:
💥 Natalie Carlson — 1st Place, in female weight class
👏 Emma Gregory — 4th Place, podium finish
👏 Kylie Speights — 4th Place, podium finish
Boys Results:
🥈 Devin Surber — 2nd Place, in male weight class
🥉 Tristan Kattavilavong — 3rd Place, podium finish
🥉 Bradley Pilkington — 3rd Place, podium finish
So proud of the hard work, grit, and determination these athletes continue to show as they represent the Yellowjacket Way. Keep SWARMing! The SHS Wrestling Teams are coached by Kirby Johnson and Debbie Blend.
#YJNation #Excellence #EliteOps
SHS is beyond proud to celebrate our very own cowboy, Riggin Denis!
Riggin, a junior at SHS, recently traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he competed in the Yeti Junior National Finals Rodeo in the Senior Saddle Bronc division. Over the multi-day event, he successfully rode three broncs. On the final day, he gave it everything he had—finishing third in the short go and earning fourth in the nation overall!
Riggin is an outstanding role model for our school, our district, and community.
Way to go, Riggin Denis! Way to SWARM! 🐝💛🏆
#YJNation #Excellence #EliteOps
Riggin, a junior at SHS, recently traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he competed in the Yeti Junior National Finals Rodeo in the Senior Saddle Bronc division. Over the multi-day event, he successfully rode three broncs. On the final day, he gave it everything he had—finishing third in the short go and earning fourth in the nation overall!
Riggin is an outstanding role model for our school, our district, and community.
Way to go, Riggin Denis! Way to SWARM! 🐝💛🏆
#YJNation #Excellence #EliteOps
SHS FFA had a successful day at the Couchdale Subarea Leadership Development Events! Congratulations to all our members who competed!
Parliamentary Procedure - 2nd place
**Advancing to District**
- Dax McMellon
- Anna Phelps
- Sam Bennett
- Aubrey Ottens
- Madison Carter
- Emma Hayes
Conduct of a Chapter Meeting - 5th place
- Peyton Spann
- Roanee Kate Harper
- Kylee Allen
- Holley Burris
- Katelyn Buchanan
- Ella Daniels
- Brooklyn Bozeman
Extemporaneous Speaking
- Sam Bennett - 3rd place
- Ben Wilson - 9th place
Creed Speaking
- Tynlee Wilson - 6th place
- Chelsey Spann - 7th place
Prepared Public Speaking
- Aubrey Ottens - 3rd place
**advancing to district**
- Roanee Kate Harper - 5th place
Job Interview
- Lindsay Baker - 1st place
**advancing to district**
- Karson Berghager - 2nd place
High School Discussion Meet
- Anna Phelps - 1st place
**advancing to district**
- Dax McMellon - 4th place
#yjFFAnation #sheridanARffa #GrowingLeaders #EliteOps
Parliamentary Procedure - 2nd place
**Advancing to District**
- Dax McMellon
- Anna Phelps
- Sam Bennett
- Aubrey Ottens
- Madison Carter
- Emma Hayes
Conduct of a Chapter Meeting - 5th place
- Peyton Spann
- Roanee Kate Harper
- Kylee Allen
- Holley Burris
- Katelyn Buchanan
- Ella Daniels
- Brooklyn Bozeman
Extemporaneous Speaking
- Sam Bennett - 3rd place
- Ben Wilson - 9th place
Creed Speaking
- Tynlee Wilson - 6th place
- Chelsey Spann - 7th place
Prepared Public Speaking
- Aubrey Ottens - 3rd place
**advancing to district**
- Roanee Kate Harper - 5th place
Job Interview
- Lindsay Baker - 1st place
**advancing to district**
- Karson Berghager - 2nd place
High School Discussion Meet
- Anna Phelps - 1st place
**advancing to district**
- Dax McMellon - 4th place
#yjFFAnation #sheridanARffa #GrowingLeaders #EliteOps
🎄❤️ Serving With Heart! ❤️🎄
Our SHS FCCLA students did an outstanding job serving at the Retired Teachers Luncheon & Christmas Party! From greeting guests with warm smiles to helping make the event run smoothly, our students represented Sheridan High School with excellence.
We are so proud of their leadership, service, and commitment to giving back to those who have given so much to our school community. 💛🐝
Way to SWARM, FCCLA!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Our SHS FCCLA students did an outstanding job serving at the Retired Teachers Luncheon & Christmas Party! From greeting guests with warm smiles to helping make the event run smoothly, our students represented Sheridan High School with excellence.
We are so proud of their leadership, service, and commitment to giving back to those who have given so much to our school community. 💛🐝
Way to SWARM, FCCLA!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to members of the SHS Treble & Chamber Choirs who performed at the State Capitol on Tuesday, December 9 as part of the Secretary of State's "Sounds of the Season" event. The 45 students sang holiday songs in the Capitol rotunda. The event was filmed by PBS and can be found on YouTube.
At SHS, students are challenged to SWARM, which stands for Successful, Work hard, Accountable, Respectful, and Mindful—the characteristics of a true Yellowjacket! Students earn Minga Points for demonstrating these expectations throughout the school day.
On Monday, December 8, the SHS PTO and the SHS Behavior Team recognized 250 students who earned the highest number of Minga Points this semester. Students enjoyed cookies and drinks provided by our PTO, and the Top 10 performers received certificates to commemorate their achievements.
SHS is grateful for the dedication of our Behavior Team, who devote significant time and energy to promoting positive behavior and celebrating student success. We also appreciate our PTO for providing snacks and prizes that make these rewards possible.
Most importantly, we are proud of our students who SWARM every day and model what it truly means to be a Yellowjacket.
#YJNation #Excellence #SWARM
On Monday, December 8, the SHS PTO and the SHS Behavior Team recognized 250 students who earned the highest number of Minga Points this semester. Students enjoyed cookies and drinks provided by our PTO, and the Top 10 performers received certificates to commemorate their achievements.
SHS is grateful for the dedication of our Behavior Team, who devote significant time and energy to promoting positive behavior and celebrating student success. We also appreciate our PTO for providing snacks and prizes that make these rewards possible.
Most importantly, we are proud of our students who SWARM every day and model what it truly means to be a Yellowjacket.
#YJNation #Excellence #SWARM
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift?
Check out the Christmas Flash Sale at the YJ Store in the SHS Arena! The store will be open on December 11 and 15 from 5:45-8:30 p.m.
Stock up on YJ merch and support our students and the Business Marketing pathway at the same time. Don't miss out!
#YellowjacketWay #YJStore #ShopLocal #SWARM #Ecellence #EliteOps
Check out the Christmas Flash Sale at the YJ Store in the SHS Arena! The store will be open on December 11 and 15 from 5:45-8:30 p.m.
Stock up on YJ merch and support our students and the Business Marketing pathway at the same time. Don't miss out!
#YellowjacketWay #YJStore #ShopLocal #SWARM #Ecellence #EliteOps
🎶 College Connections at SHS 🎶
UALR Choirs recently visited Sheridan High School to speak with our SHS Choir students about future opportunities in music and higher education! It was an extra special day as three SHS alumni—Analise (McKenzie) Brewer, Class of 2022; Alli (Denis) Scott, Class of 2023; and Anna Moss, Class of 2025—all current UALR students, returned to share their experiences and discuss scholarships, music education majors, and performing with the UALR Choir.
The UALR Choirs are under the direction of Dr. Lorissa Mason, and our SHS Choirs are led by Mr. Jeremy Wayne, who is also a proud UALR alumnus himself!
We love seeing our alumni come back to inspire the next generation of musicians!
#YJNation #FutureMusicians #UALRChoir #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #EliteOps
UALR Choirs recently visited Sheridan High School to speak with our SHS Choir students about future opportunities in music and higher education! It was an extra special day as three SHS alumni—Analise (McKenzie) Brewer, Class of 2022; Alli (Denis) Scott, Class of 2023; and Anna Moss, Class of 2025—all current UALR students, returned to share their experiences and discuss scholarships, music education majors, and performing with the UALR Choir.
The UALR Choirs are under the direction of Dr. Lorissa Mason, and our SHS Choirs are led by Mr. Jeremy Wayne, who is also a proud UALR alumnus himself!
We love seeing our alumni come back to inspire the next generation of musicians!
#YJNation #FutureMusicians #UALRChoir #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #EliteOps
🌟 SHS JAG Shines in Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸
Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA) 2025 was an incredible experience for our SHS JAG student, Natalie McClellan! Miss McClellan serves SHS and the state of Arkansas as the President of the state chapter. Along with the SHS JAG Instructor, Mrs. Abana Nevens, she kicked off the trip by exploring our nation’s capital before diving into powerful leadership sessions and conference activities.
One of the highlights of the week included meeting with Congressman Bruce Westerman and Congressman Steve Womack, who spoke to students about leadership and the importance of making good decisions. The trip wrapped up with a memorable bus tour of Washington, D.C., where students learned about many of our nation’s historic monuments.
We are grateful to the Arkansas JAG Office and our school district for making this opportunity possible. The confidence, leadership skills, and inspiration gained from this experience will stay with our students for a lifetime.
💛💙 We are so proud of our SHS JAG program, our incredible instructor, and our amazing student! Way to represent the Yellowjacket Way!
#SHSPride #FutureLeaders #JAGArkansas #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #EliteOps
Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA) 2025 was an incredible experience for our SHS JAG student, Natalie McClellan! Miss McClellan serves SHS and the state of Arkansas as the President of the state chapter. Along with the SHS JAG Instructor, Mrs. Abana Nevens, she kicked off the trip by exploring our nation’s capital before diving into powerful leadership sessions and conference activities.
One of the highlights of the week included meeting with Congressman Bruce Westerman and Congressman Steve Womack, who spoke to students about leadership and the importance of making good decisions. The trip wrapped up with a memorable bus tour of Washington, D.C., where students learned about many of our nation’s historic monuments.
We are grateful to the Arkansas JAG Office and our school district for making this opportunity possible. The confidence, leadership skills, and inspiration gained from this experience will stay with our students for a lifetime.
💛💙 We are so proud of our SHS JAG program, our incredible instructor, and our amazing student! Way to represent the Yellowjacket Way!
#SHSPride #FutureLeaders #JAGArkansas #YellowjacketWay #SWARM #EliteOps
The Sheridan JROTC Male Archery team took 3rd place in its first ever Archery Tournament. Pictured left to right are Hunter Childers, Alexander Wimsett, Spencer May and Carlos Orellana. Go Jackets! #YJNation #EXCELLENCE #EliteOps
The SHS Varsity Cheer Squad is set to compete at the State Competition at the Bank OZK Arena! The competition will take place on Friday, December 19, beginning at 5:00 PM.
We will be sending our ladies off in style—please join us in supporting our cheerleaders at the send-off on Friday, December 19, at 2:00 PM in the SHS Arena, and again at the competition at Bank OZK Arena.
We are so proud of you, ladies, and of your hard work! Way to SWARM! 💛 💙📣
We will be sending our ladies off in style—please join us in supporting our cheerleaders at the send-off on Friday, December 19, at 2:00 PM in the SHS Arena, and again at the competition at Bank OZK Arena.
We are so proud of you, ladies, and of your hard work! Way to SWARM! 💛 💙📣
Riggin Denis, a 16-year-old junior at Sheridan High School, is a dedicated saddle bronc rider and the current President of the Sheridan FFA. He competes in the Arkansas Rodeo Association (ARA), Central Regional Rodeo Association (CRRA), and Arkansas Cowboy Association (ACA).
Known for his grit in the arena and his heart outside of it, Riggin is quick to support younger riders and proudly represents his hometown and sponsors. Sheridan High School is proud to stand behind this rising cowboy—who is just getting started.
Riggin recently qualified for the Yeti Junior National Finals Rodeo (Jr NFR) through the Arkansas High School Rodeo Association (AHSRA) and is competing in Las Vegas. After two solid rides, he made the short go and earned well-deserved recognition.
Riggin rides today, Monday, December 8 at 1:30 PM (Central Time). The event is being live-streamed on the Cowboy Channel + App. Let’s make sure Riggin Denis can hear his Yellowjacket family cheering him on when they open that gate! Go Jackets! Go Riggin!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Known for his grit in the arena and his heart outside of it, Riggin is quick to support younger riders and proudly represents his hometown and sponsors. Sheridan High School is proud to stand behind this rising cowboy—who is just getting started.
Riggin recently qualified for the Yeti Junior National Finals Rodeo (Jr NFR) through the Arkansas High School Rodeo Association (AHSRA) and is competing in Las Vegas. After two solid rides, he made the short go and earned well-deserved recognition.
Riggin rides today, Monday, December 8 at 1:30 PM (Central Time). The event is being live-streamed on the Cowboy Channel + App. Let’s make sure Riggin Denis can hear his Yellowjacket family cheering him on when they open that gate! Go Jackets! Go Riggin!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to the SHS band students who earned a spot in All-Region! We are so proud of all the students who tried out—your hard work and dedication truly show. A big thank you to our families for their support in helping the boosters and directors host this amazing event!
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SHS Families: We hope our students are as excited to return after the break as we are to welcome them back. It's a busy time at SHS! Be sure to read our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on upcoming events and important information.(https://app.smore.com/n/pa1rw)
Congratulations to our fabulous SHS Varsity Cheerleaders! These girls have grit and determination in their hearts, and it truly showed at their recent competition at Lake Hamilton. They bring their very best in support of all aspects of SHS!
Make plans to cheer them on at the State Competition on December 19 at 5:00 PM at the Hot Springs Convention Center (Bank OZK Arena).
Go Jackets! 💛💙📣
Make plans to cheer them on at the State Competition on December 19 at 5:00 PM at the Hot Springs Convention Center (Bank OZK Arena).
Go Jackets! 💛💙📣
The SHS Quiz Bowl teams competed in the Fall Regional Tournament at Arkansas River Educational Service Cooperative in Pine Bluff. Sheridan A came in first place, going undefeated in all five of their games. Congratulations to these students for their hard work and big win!
