Eight SHS students competed against 54 other students from across the state, and TWO of our Yellowjackets earned TOP THREE honors!
2nd Place – Senior Adalyn Wells
3rd Place – Senior Chanley Paty
WOW! What an accomplishment!
We are incredibly proud of ALL eight students who represented Sheridan High School! Their hard work, dedication, and talents were on full display!
A special thank-you and congratulations to their instructor, Mrs. Lindsay Rich, for the time, energy, and dedication she pours into preparing our students for opportunities like this!
1st Place: Samuel Zuniga, SHS junior
2nd Place: Liam Staggs, SHS junior
3rd Place: Annalise Wingard, SHS junior
This year’s prompt, “One Year From Graduation,” challenged students to imagine their futures and what life might look like after high school. Students had the opportunity to share their vision, goals, and aspirations while reflecting on the formative experiences that have impacted them.
Samuel Zuniga will represent our district at the state-level competition. The state winner will have the opportunity to speak at the ASBA annual conference in December.
Congratulations to Samuel, Liam, and Annalise on their accomplishment. We are so proud of these students for their hard work, confidence, and willingness to share their voices.
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SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL JROTC
CADETS OF THE MONTH
Freshman Cadet of the Month – Kurtis Hatfield
Cadet Private Kurtis Hatfield has been selected as Freshman Cadet of the Month for his outstanding leadership, integrity, and personal courage. Throughout the first nine weeks, he has consistently demonstrated initiative, remained focused on assigned tasks, and stepped forward to lead his peers when needed. He sets a positive example by encouraging teamwork, assisting fellow cadets during challenging activities, and ensuring no one is left behind. His commitment to doing what is right, even when faced with difficult decisions, reflects the Army Values and the standards of the Yellowjacket Battalion. His dedication, accountability, and strong character make him truly deserving of this recognition.
Junior Cadet of the Month – Abbi Barbre
Cadet Second Lieutenant Abbi Barbre has been selected as Junior Cadet of the Month for her outstanding leadership, integrity, and contributions to the battalion staff and JROTC teams. As a dedicated member of the leadership team, she consistently sets a positive example through her accountability, commitment, and willingness to assist others. She actively mentors fellow cadets, promotes teamwork among staff members, and demonstrates the confidence and professionalism expected of a cadet officer. Her ability to take responsibility for her actions, support her fellow cadets, and lead by example reflects her strong character and dedication to the Yellowjacket Battalion. Her commitment to excellence and doing what is right makes her highly deserving of this honor.
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Thank you to TMK Properties, Courtney, and Trinity for investing in our students, sharing your knowledge, and supporting our community!
The SHS Advanced Choirs took their music on the road!
Fresh off their Fall Concert at McKenzie Hall, our singers spent Friday on their first annual Fall Tour. The day was packed with meaningful connections, starting with performances at two local assisted living facilities to share the music they’ve worked so hard on since August.
The choirs also stopped at UA Little Rock to observe and sing alongside the UALR Concert Choir. A huge thank you to Dr. Lorissa Mason, Director of Choral Activities, for welcoming our students and giving them an inspiring look at rehearsal at the collegiate level!
Looking ahead:
• Spring: Touring to Henderson State University to connect with their choral program.
• May: Our “Share a Song” tour, visiting two area high schools to exchange music and build community across our region.
We are proud of these students and their director, Jeremy Wayne, for representing our school with heart and musicianship!
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Our goal was to reach 75 donors, which would have provided an opportunity for one lucky senior HOSA member to receive a scholarship!
Although we did not reach our goal, we still have so much to celebrate! We had 39 individuals sign up, and despite 11 deferrals, we collected 27 blood donations! These donations have the potential to help save the lives of 74 patients in local hospitals!
A HUGE thank-you to every student and teacher who volunteered to donate and to everyone who helped make this event possible!
We also want to recognize our HOSA officers, members, and sponsor, Mrs. Pemberton, for their hard work behind the scenes! From escorting students to and from class and checking in donors to providing snacks, keeping donors hydrated, and helping wherever needed, these Yellowjackets stepped up to serve!
This is what it means to be a Yellowjacket! Serving others, making a difference, and giving back to our community!
Way to go, SHS HOSA!
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Students had the opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers representing the Alzheimer's Association, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and Miss Teen Arkansas Presley Bennett.
Our Yellowjackets also participated in the "Miracle Minute," raising funds to support Arkansas Children's Hospital!
During the conference, members were officially inducted into FBLA, and chapter officers were installed into their leadership positions.
We are proud of these students for stepping up, developing their leadership skills, and making a difference through service! Mrs. Abana Nevens serves as the sponosor for our SHS FBLA.
Way to represent SHS, Yellowjackets!
Our SHS Cross Country team raced their way to a FIRST PLACE TEAM FINISH at the Lakeside Invitational!!!
What an incredible accomplishment! We are so proud of our Yellowjacket runners and coaches for their hard work, dedication, and determination!
WAY TO GO, YELLOWJACKETS!
The Sheridan High School Choirs invite you to their Fall Choir Concert: Music of Living!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
6:00–7:00 p.m.
McKenzie Hall
FREE Admission!
The Sheridan Cross Country Team competed in the annual Timberfest 5K! Several of our runners won their races, while others earned strong placements and impressive finishes.
Every runner who crossed the finish line represented Sheridan with determination, endurance, and Yellowjacket pride! We are proud of the hard work, effort, and perseverance demonstrated by our entire team.
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Competing against approximately 50 teams, including teams from CrossFit organizations and college programs, our SHS Raiders earned an impressive 3rd-place finish!
Through every obstacle and every difficult stretch of the course, these cadets pushed forward, encouraged one another, and refused to quit. They represented Sheridan High School and Sheridan JROTC with pride and showed exactly what preparation, discipline, and teamwork can accomplish.
This was more than a 3rd-place finish—it was a tremendous display of Yellowjacket grit!
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Students learned more about programs and certifications in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Diesel Technology, and Automotive Technology while getting a firsthand look at the campus and learning environments.
Experiences like these help our students connect their interests and talents to real possibilities for life after graduation. Whether the next step is college, career, or technical training, we want our Yellowjackets to know their options and be prepared to pursue them!
Thank you to UA–Pulaski Tech for welcoming our students and helping them explore what could be next!
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From left to right: Aubrey Ottens, Chanley Paty, Presley Cotton, Jackson McNair, Adalyn Wells, and Annslee Young.
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CONGRATULATIONS, SHS CHOIR!
43 SHS Choir students, led by Mr. Jeremy Wayne, auditioned for the 2026 Region 3 All-Region Choirs, and SHS couldn’t be prouder of every single one of them! Preparing for these auditions takes countless hours of practice, courage, dedication, and hard work.
A special congratulations to our 12 students who earned a spot in one of the Region 3 All-Region Choirs! We are so excited to celebrate this accomplishment with you!
To all 43 who auditioned: we are incredibly proud of the work you put in and the way you represented SHS Choir. Keep singing, keep growing, and keep making a difference!
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Providing our students and staff with a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment is a top priority, and our custodians give their best to help us provide excellence for our students. Much of what they do happens behind the scenes, but their hard work makes a difference throughout our entire school.
A special thank you to our SHS PTO for providing goodie bags for our custodians! These treats are just a small gesture of appreciation for a team that does so much for SHS.
Custodians, we see you. We appreciate you. And we are thankful you are part of our Yellowjacket family!
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5A/6A Kick — 2nd Place
5A/6A Pom — 3rd Place
5A/6A Jazz — 3rd Place
We are so proud of these talented Yellowjackets! Their hard work, dedication, and countless hours of practice were on full display as they represented SHS in three events and brought home three top-three finishes! Congratulations, SHS Dance and Coach Boatright! Way to represent the blue and gold!
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The ACHiever Program provides ninth-grade students with opportunities to serve Arkansas Children’s, learn about a variety of medical careers, connect with healthcare professionals, and discover the importance of philanthropy and giving back to others.
Through the program, Corbin is gaining valuable experiences while completing community-service activities that support the mission of Arkansas Children’s.
Corbin, thank you for representing SHS through service, compassion, and a willingness to make a difference in the lives of others. We are proud of you!
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Recently, six SHS students enrolled in our Pre-Educator courses attended the Educators Rising Regional Conference at South Arkansas College with their advisor, Autumn Lem.
Our future educators spent the day learning, connecting, and exploring the teaching profession through keynote presentations and breakout sessions focused on classroom innovation, classroom management and engagement, and brain-based learning.
Students also toured the South Arkansas College campus and connected with high school and college students pursuing careers in education, as well as current educators and school professionals.
💙💛 We are proud of these Yellowjackets for investing in their futures and exploring a profession that has the power to impact generations! 💙💛
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