A Note from the Principal |
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Welcome back, Trojan family! I hope you all had wonderful spring breaks, whether you traveled or stayed home. Sometimes a few days off is all we need to reset and finish the year strong. We only have 6 weeks remaining in this school year, so now is the time for students and staff to really focus in on the work needed to finish 2nd semester and the year strong! Let's do this!
Trojan Motivational Tip: -"If you look behind every exceptional person, there is an exceptional teacher." - Stephen Hawking
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This week, I'd like to recognize Mr. Seth Pollitt, who teaches US History in the Freshman Academy at Southern. Mr. Pollitt is a team lead in his Academy, the Social Studies Department Chair, and mentors new teachers regularly. He works hard to ensure his curriculum is updated to meet the needs of students as societal changes occur, and he is a voice of consistent support for our students. Thank you, Mr. Pollitt, for all you do, and for LEADing Like a Trojan!
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Leadership in Bloom: Party for the Planet! |
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Our Business Leadership Academy students took their skills out of the classroom and into the wild this week! In honor of Earth Day, our student leaders joined Mayor Craig Greenberg at the zoo for their annual Party for the Planet celebration. The highlight of the event was a collaborative tree-planting ceremony, where our students worked side-by-side with city officials to plant a stunning Ruby Falls Redbud. This wasn't just any addition to the landscape—it was the 481st tree planted at the zoo for Earth Day celebrations! This hands-on experience allowed our students to practice community stewardship and see firsthand how leadership and environmental sustainability go hand-in-hand. See the news story linked below.
WLKY News Story
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3rd Annual Poetry Contest |
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April is National Poetry Month. For the third year in a row, the Southern High School Library is hosting a student poetry contest. All poem submissions must be turned in by April 27th. The winner will be announced on May 4th. See the flyer for contest rules. The scoring rubric is linked below.
Scoring Rubric
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Graduation:
Southern High School Graduation will be at Freedom Hall on May 22nd at 8pm. More information will be coming soon! |
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After the Tassle:
🎓 Graduation Is Around the Corner—Launch Your Career with After the Tassel
With graduation just around the corner, many seniors are starting to ask, “What’s next?” After the Tassel is a free program designed to help Southern's seniors confidently transition from high school into full-time careers after May. The program connects students directly to quality job opportunities in high-demand fields like healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades.
Through personalized one-on-one coaching, job-readiness support, and engaging incentive-based activities, seniors gain clarity, build confidence, and take real steps toward employment before they graduate. Whether students are still exploring their options or are ready to enter the workforce immediately, After the Tassel helps turn graduation into a launchpad—leading to full-time jobs with starting pay of $15–$24+ per hour.
🎥 Watch this short video to see how After the Tassel is shaping the next generation of professionals.
👍Interested? Fill out this short interest form and your After the Tassel Career Advisor will reach out to you. |
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-Art club will meet on April 13th from 3:20-4:30 in room 136.
-The STLP (Student Technology and Leadership Project) and Cybersecurity Team - April 15th from 3:30-4:30 in room 142.
-Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) meets April 15th at 8:15am in the Library. Join us for fellowship, devotion, prayer, and snacks!
-Book Club meets on April 15th. Students will meet in the library from 8:15-8:35!
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Supporting English at Home |
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All English classes are starting new units. Please check this link for more information about what your student will be learning and how you can support their learning at home. Be sure to ask them about their Essential Question!
Todas las clases de inglés comienzan nuevas unidades. Consulta el enlace para obtener más información sobre lo que aprenderá tu estudiante y cómo puedes apoyar su aprendizaje en casa. ¡No olvides preguntarle sobre su Pregunta Esencial!
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Supporting Mathematics at Home |
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Click here to see the math units your student will be studying this year. Ask them about their class and their unit. Let them explain what they're learning and try the listed task together. |
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Southern has a wonderful and very dedicated PTSA. They work ceasingly to support students and staff in numerous ways. Join today by clicking the image below to be part of this awesome team!
*****Attention Seniors: PTSA has a scholarship that you can apply for this semester, but you must be a PTSA member to qualify. Join now!
Join today by clicking on this link:
https://southern.givebacks.com/shop
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