Students in the SHS JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) program recently attended the State Career Development Conference, where they competed against peers from across the state in a variety of events. Our students represented SHS with pride, showing outstanding dedication to their competitions and excellent character while interacting with fellow participants.
We are proud to recognize the following students for earning top finishes:
• Mayce Crouse, Gracie McGinley & Averi Sledge – 🥇 1st Place, JAG Promo Video
• Corbin Hunter, Jayde Kesterson & McKynley McGarity – 🥈 2nd Place, Creative Decision Making
• Tyler Funderburg – 🥉 3rd Place, Financial Literacy
Congratulations to all of our JAG students who participated and represented SHS so well!
We are proud to recognize the following students for earning top finishes:
• Mayce Crouse, Gracie McGinley & Averi Sledge – 🥇 1st Place, JAG Promo Video
• Corbin Hunter, Jayde Kesterson & McKynley McGarity – 🥈 2nd Place, Creative Decision Making
• Tyler Funderburg – 🥉 3rd Place, Financial Literacy
Congratulations to all of our JAG students who participated and represented SHS so well!
SHS Theatre Department would love your support!
Our SHS JAG students had an incredible opportunity to tour the Orthopedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS. They received a behind-the-scenes look at healthcare careers in action and explored the many pathways available in the medical field.
Thank you to Chris Oholendt and Dr. Larry O’Malley for providing such an engaging and informative experience. The partnerships we have established with the UAMS team will have a lasting impact on the lives of our students and our community.
The JAG program is led by Mrs. Abana Nevens, whose dedication ensures our students consistently have meaningful, real-world experiences aligned with their future goals. Her commitment to student success continues to open doors and expand possibilities for our students.
Thank you to Chris Oholendt and Dr. Larry O’Malley for providing such an engaging and informative experience. The partnerships we have established with the UAMS team will have a lasting impact on the lives of our students and our community.
The JAG program is led by Mrs. Abana Nevens, whose dedication ensures our students consistently have meaningful, real-world experiences aligned with their future goals. Her commitment to student success continues to open doors and expand possibilities for our students.
SHS Theatrical Production: Rescheduled
SHS Beta Students Shine at National Beta Convention
Lillian Baker received a special invitation to perform as a Premiere Performer at the National Beta Convention—an honor extended to only six dancers in the state.
Our SHS Beta students, sponsored by Mrs. Dusty Slavings, had an outstanding experience at the convention. While at the conference, our students represented SHS with enthusiasm and pride. Students were social, energetic, and truly SWARMed throughout the day—so much so that they even taught students from other schools what it means to SWARM.
They connected with colleges, explored the many opportunities Beta offers, and are already planning for next year’s convention. We are proud of how our students represented SHS!
Lillian Baker received a special invitation to perform as a Premiere Performer at the National Beta Convention—an honor extended to only six dancers in the state.
Our SHS Beta students, sponsored by Mrs. Dusty Slavings, had an outstanding experience at the convention. While at the conference, our students represented SHS with enthusiasm and pride. Students were social, energetic, and truly SWARMed throughout the day—so much so that they even taught students from other schools what it means to SWARM.
They connected with colleges, explored the many opportunities Beta offers, and are already planning for next year’s convention. We are proud of how our students represented SHS!
SHS FCCLA Shines at Region 4 Conference and STAR Events
SHS FCCLA students recently attended and competed in the Region 4 Conference and STAR Events, demonstrating leadership, skill, and professionalism. Emma Adams, who serves as the current Region 4 Vice President of Public Relations, worked alongside the regional officer team to successfully run the conference.
Aubrey Ottens and Annslee Young ran for regional officer positions for the 2026–27 school year and were elected. They will learn their specific officer roles at the state conference.
Several students earned top honors and advanced to state competition:
Emma Adams earned a silver medal in the Job Interview competition and will advance to state.
Olivia Vaughan and Chanley Paty earned a gold medal in Event Management and will advance to state.
Braylon Litzsey, Jarah Leopard, and Ashton Dougan earned a silver medal in Focus on Children and will advance to state.
Additionally, Will Cowart, Aiden Shannon, Kennedy Williams, Jacy Stalbaum, Mallory Weeks, and Aubrey Ottens will compete in their culinary and baking events in March.
We are incredibly proud of our FCCLA students and their outstanding accomplishments!
SHS FCCLA students recently attended and competed in the Region 4 Conference and STAR Events, demonstrating leadership, skill, and professionalism. Emma Adams, who serves as the current Region 4 Vice President of Public Relations, worked alongside the regional officer team to successfully run the conference.
Aubrey Ottens and Annslee Young ran for regional officer positions for the 2026–27 school year and were elected. They will learn their specific officer roles at the state conference.
Several students earned top honors and advanced to state competition:
Emma Adams earned a silver medal in the Job Interview competition and will advance to state.
Olivia Vaughan and Chanley Paty earned a gold medal in Event Management and will advance to state.
Braylon Litzsey, Jarah Leopard, and Ashton Dougan earned a silver medal in Focus on Children and will advance to state.
Additionally, Will Cowart, Aiden Shannon, Kennedy Williams, Jacy Stalbaum, Mallory Weeks, and Aubrey Ottens will compete in their culinary and baking events in March.
We are incredibly proud of our FCCLA students and their outstanding accomplishments!
Proud of SHS students and their instructor!
SHS FCCLA and our Food Production classes, led by Mrs. Lindsay Rich, were tasked with making over 500 desserts for the New Beginnings Women’s Shelter fundraiser at First Landmark Baptist Church in Sheridan. Not only did they prepare the desserts—they also served them at the banquet!
Their hard work earned many shout-outs and praise during the event. We are so proud of these students for serving our community with excellence! 🐝💛
Sheridan Gymnastics Victory!
Sheridan competed at home last week against Camden Fairview and Monticello, and both the junior high and high school teams won their meets!
🏅 All-Around Top 3:
🥇 Haley Chandler
🥈 Aubrey Whitaker
🥉 Hannah Sims
Way to go, Jackets! 👏
Sheridan competed at home last week against Camden Fairview and Monticello, and both the junior high and high school teams won their meets!
🏅 All-Around Top 3:
🥇 Haley Chandler
🥈 Aubrey Whitaker
🥉 Hannah Sims
Way to go, Jackets! 👏
REMINDER: Join us Thursday night! Sheridan School District families with students in grades 7–12 are invited to Success Ready Pathway Family Night! We will discuss career and technical courses, acceleration and honors options, early college opportunities, scholarships, and industry-recognized certifications. Whether your student is just beginning to plan for high school or preparing to graduate soon, this information will help support their future goals.
📍 SHS Cafeteria
🗓 January 22 or January 27
⏰ 6:00 PM
Both dates will share the same presentation — please attend the date that works best for your family.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
📍 SHS Cafeteria
🗓 January 22 or January 27
⏰ 6:00 PM
Both dates will share the same presentation — please attend the date that works best for your family.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
SHS Theatre presents the drama "Game of Tiaras." Please make plans to attend the performance at the end of this month. For more information, contact the SHS Theatre teacher, Ms. Brianna Moen, at briannamoen@sheridanschools.org.
👏📚 Celebrating Excellence at SHS! 📚👏
SHS English teachers Mr. Robert Berus and Mrs. Jessica Downs were recently recognized for their dedication to our students and their commitment to excellence. Both educators play a critical role in the success of SHS, and we are grateful for the impact they make every day!
To nominate other faculty and staff at SHS, use this link (https://forms.gle/eG67H19d3L2GK4Vo9)
#YJNation #Excellence #Everyday
SHS English teachers Mr. Robert Berus and Mrs. Jessica Downs were recently recognized for their dedication to our students and their commitment to excellence. Both educators play a critical role in the success of SHS, and we are grateful for the impact they make every day!
To nominate other faculty and staff at SHS, use this link (https://forms.gle/eG67H19d3L2GK4Vo9)
#YJNation #Excellence #Everyday
🎉 SHS Prom Update 🎉
The SHS Prom theme and date have been determined! Tickets will go on sale Monday, March 16, 2025.
More details coming soon—stay tuned!
The SHS Prom theme and date have been determined! Tickets will go on sale Monday, March 16, 2025.
More details coming soon—stay tuned!
🎶🐝 Congratulations, Yellowjacket Band! 🐝🎶
Congratulations to our Yellowjacket Band students for their outstanding accomplishments! These students competed and qualified for All-Region Band, with several also qualified for a spot in the prestigious All-State Band.
We are proud of your hard work, dedication, and musical excellence! 👏🎵
Congratulations to our Yellowjacket Band students for their outstanding accomplishments! These students competed and qualified for All-Region Band, with several also qualified for a spot in the prestigious All-State Band.
We are proud of your hard work, dedication, and musical excellence! 👏🎵
Sheridan’s ninth grade and varsity high school boys’ and girls’ basketball teams will travel to Lakeside to play the Rams tonight with the first game tipping off at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $6 and are available online at https://gofan.co/event/5004670?schoolId=AR18640.
Tickets may also be purchased at the gate, but only a limited amount of change will be available. Credit cards are preferred for purchases at the gate.
Please note: the visitors’ Student Section will be directly behind the visiting bench.
Go Jackets! #YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
Tickets may also be purchased at the gate, but only a limited amount of change will be available. Credit cards are preferred for purchases at the gate.
Please note: the visitors’ Student Section will be directly behind the visiting bench.
Go Jackets! #YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
🎭 Congratulations to Ms. Brianna Moen, theatre teacher at SHS, and her students for earning an Excellent rating!
The students recently performed at the One Act Play competition at Searcy High School. Way to represent SHS with talent and professionalism! 👏
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryday #EliteOps
The students recently performed at the One Act Play competition at Searcy High School. Way to represent SHS with talent and professionalism! 👏
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryday #EliteOps
⚡ Career Connections in Action! ⚡
Travis Collins from Entergy Arkansas recently spoke with the SHS JAG classes about his career as a lineman. Students learned about the training required, daily responsibilities, and even got a close look at the equipment he uses on the job.
Experiences like this help students connect classroom learning to real-world careers—we’re grateful to Mr. Collins for sharing his time and expertise!
Travis Collins from Entergy Arkansas recently spoke with the SHS JAG classes about his career as a lineman. Students learned about the training required, daily responsibilities, and even got a close look at the equipment he uses on the job.
Experiences like this help students connect classroom learning to real-world careers—we’re grateful to Mr. Collins for sharing his time and expertise!
Save the date! Sheridan High School CAP conferences for current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will be held on Thursday, February 12. Each student will be required to attend a 15-minute CAP conference along with their parent or guardian to be counted present for the day. Virtual conference options are available as well. Students will bring home appointment time sign-up sheets soon. During the conference, student course requests will be finalized. Information for rising 9th grade students (current 8th grade students) will be announced soon. Check-out the CAPs webpage to view the course catalog and other helpful resources. https://bit.ly/CAPS24-25
SHS Junior Parents, on Tuesday, March 10, all SHS Juniors will have the opportunity to participate in a free administration of the ACT during the school day. Forms are being passed out to your students during their English classes today. If you would like your Junior to take advantage of a free administration of the ACT, please fill out the form and have your student return it to Mr. Soapes in the SHS office. We are asking that forms are submitted to the office by Friday, January 16, 2026.
Additional paper copies of the ACT consent form are available in the SHS office. Digital copies of the form can be found at the following links: https://bit.ly/49HNCi4
National Honor Society students at SHS raised funds to sponsor six Grant County children through the Angel Tree program and then spent time shopping for their angels! Way to SWARM, Yellowjackets! We are incredibly proud of you, your sponsor Jordan Phillips, and your commitment to serving others.
#YJNation #EliteOps #Excellence
#YJNation #EliteOps #Excellence
SHS Students Shine at State Special Education Bowling Tournament! 🎳🐝💛
Our students represented SHS with pride at the State Special Education Bowling Tournament! We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and the medals they earned through hard work and determination.
A special thank you to Mrs. Sherrie Stevens, the district’s Special Olympics coach, for her dedication and support in helping our students succeed.
Our students represented SHS with pride at the State Special Education Bowling Tournament! We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and the medals they earned through hard work and determination.
A special thank you to Mrs. Sherrie Stevens, the district’s Special Olympics coach, for her dedication and support in helping our students succeed.
