Henderson County Schools pauses to reflect on the importance of Black History Month.
Black History Month provides an opportunity to recognize and honor the achievements, resilience, leadership, and lasting contributions of Black Americans — in our nation, across Tennessee, and here in our own community. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn, to listen, and to grow together. At each of our Henderson County Schools, we remain committed to ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and empowered to make a difference.
South Side Elementary is proud to partner with the American Heart Association for the Kids Heart Challenge! ❤️
Our students will be learning how to keep their hearts and brains healthy, practice Hands-Only CPR, recognize the warning signs of a stroke, and help make a difference for kids with special hearts.
Here’s how families can get involved:
✔️ Download the AHA Schools App or visit heart.org/schools
✔️ Join our South Side team
✔️ Complete Finn’s Mission
✔️ Help support lifesaving research through donations
Every dollar raised helps fund research, education, and resources that save lives. Most importantly, our students will build healthy habits that last a lifetime!
Let’s show our Mustang heart and make a difference together! 🐎❤️
#SouthSideMustangs #KidsHeartChallenge #AmericanHeartAssociation #LifesaversLeague
Pre-K-ArRee Parrish and Jacob Hart, Kindergarten-Arabella Gobbell,
Lucas Marchbanks, Brody Hart, and Cooper King, 1 st Grade-Lilly Wren,
Jonathan Kelly, Bailey Walker, and Jeremiah Crabtree, 2 nd Grade-Eva Hart,
Rye Parrish, Keegan Bingham, and Natalynn Adsit, 3 rd Grade-Isla Kelley,
Trayvon Bircham, and River Blankenship, 4 th Grade-Robby Vance, Olivia
Brewer, and Nathan Melton, 5 th Grade-Callen Qualls, Diesel Beers, and
Brilynn Hart, 6 th Grade-EmmaLee Anderson and Liliona’ Tovar, 7 th Grade-
Zeke Lopez, Jake Barker, and Ryder Wright, and 8 th Grade-Tayla Davalos,
Lilly Moody, Gracie Moody, and Stoney Myracle.
January Teachers and Staff of the Month for South Side Elementary are:
Pre-K-2 nd Grade-Carrie Cherry, 3 rd -4 th Grade-Kristina Robinson, 5 th -8 th
Grade-Leah Chandler, Specialist-Brent Coffman, and Staff-Amy Knight,
SRO David Alexander, and Penny Middleton. Not pictured: Brent Coffman
and Penny Middleton.
Join us on Monday, March 3rd for our make-up games and the final night of Pee Wee Basketball!
Game Times:
⏰ 5:30 PM – Pre-K & 1st Grade
⏰ 6:00 PM – Kindergarten & 2nd Grade
⏰ 6:30 PM – 3rd & 4th Grade Girls
⏰ 7:00 PM – 3rd & 4th Grade Boys
🏐 South Side Volleyball Season Opener 🏐
Tonight is the opening game of the season! Come out to South Side and support our Lady Mustangs as they hit the court.
⏰ Game time: 5:30 PM for JV with Varsity following.
Stop by the South Side Beta Club Valentine’s Store February 10th–13th!
Gifts range from $2–$10, and all proceeds help support Beta Club.
Henderson County Schools Closure and Academic Calendar Update
Henderson County Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 5 due to current road conditions.
On Friday, February 6, faculty and staff will participate in staff development activities, only if they are able to safely travel to their school (with virtual options if not able to safely travel). There will be no students in attendance on Friday, February 6.
Schools will reopen on Monday, February 9, and we will return to a full week (Monday - Friday) of school for students beginning that day.
(Please note: this is a modification to the district academic calendar. The original calendar listed staff development and parent-teacher conferences on Thursday, February 12 and Friday, February 13. Those dates will now be regular instructional days for students.)
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we make adjustments to keep everyone safe while minimizing disruptions to learning. Please continue to watch for updates from the district.
Danny J Beecham
Director of Schools
RE: School Closure
Henderson County Schools will remain closed on Monday, February 2nd, and Tuesday, February 3rd. While conditions across the district are gradually improving, they have not yet reached a level that allows the safe resumption of normal school operations. In addition, our area will be under a Severe Weather Advisory this weekend due to dangerously cold wind chills, which are expected to refreeze roadways and walking surfaces.
We encourage all families and staff to continue exercising caution, limit travel when possible, and remain mindful of hazardous conditions that may persist. District personnel will continue to closely monitor weather forecasts and road conditions and will evaluate our readiness to reopen schools as soon as it is safe to do so.
We truly miss having our students in our classrooms and cannot wait to welcome them back. As always, the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our highest priority, and we sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding, and support.
Danny J Beecham
