During the ceremony, current NHS officers led the proceedings, sharing reflections on the four pillars of the organization and encouraging inductees to continue serving as role models within the school and community. Families, teachers, and administrators gathered to honor the students’ hard work and dedication.
The newly inducted members proudly took the NHS pledge, signifying their commitment to academic excellence, integrity, and service. The event was a meaningful reminder of the positive impact these students have on Southern Local High School and beyond.
Come out and support our Cross Country team as they run in the Districts this Saturday, October 18th at the University of Rio Grande. Must purchase tickets online, see link. Good Luck Tornadoes!
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/ohsaa/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzM1Mzg0
10 am - girls
10:45 am- boys
11:30 am- awards
OHSAA Tournament game Tonight at 7pm
Follow this link to buy tickets online ($5 student /$10 adult).
https://ohsaa.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/36269
Cash ticket sales will also be available.
No league or school passes.
Laynee Hill
Jaylynn Hupp
Audrey Riffle
Taylor Roberts
Kianna Rose
Kiersten Rose
Southern Homecoming Parade: Friday, October 10, 2025
Lineup starts at noon and all should be lined up by 1pm- see Aiden Dodson
Students cannot drive any vehicles, tractors, etc… in the parade.
No political participants permitted.
All students will report back to homeroom after the parade.
Parade will start at approximately 1:45ish
See attached route.
This week (9/29/25-10/3/25) kicks off Southern High Schools Homecoming Activities with Service Week. Students have set goals and plan to collect food for those in need and raise money to go toward some charitable events. They will do this through Penny Wars, a food drive, and by participating in Mad Hatter.
We would also like to introduce our Homecoming Court:
Kindergarten Crown Bearer and Flower girl: Mayson Ash and Harlow Broshears. Attendants: 7th grade- Hadley Booth; 8th grade- Taylor Lewis; 9th grade- Katelyn Wickline; 10th grade- Emma Leachman; and 11th grade- Ali Norris. King candidates are: Murphy Dunfee, Noah Leachman, Kase Nelson, David Kemppel, and Hunter Jarrell. Queen candidates are: Lauren Allen, Jaylynn Hupp, Audrey Riffle, Kiersten Rose, and Laynee Hill.
Southern’s Homecoming game will be on October 10th verses Belpre.
Students in grades 3-6 had a great time learning about outer space today at Janet's Planet. Grades K, 1, & 2 come back tonight (Wednesday)at 6:00 to learn more and see another presentation!
We are currently having issues with Hudl, so it will not be livestreamed on the Hudl platform.
Calling Future Leaders: Apply Now for the Meigs County Chamber of Commerce Student Ambassador Program
The Meigs County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its Student Ambassador Program, and our senior students have the opportunity to be part of it.
This program is designed to give high school seniors hands-on leadership experience, valuable networking opportunities, and a front-row seat to how business and community partnerships shape our county. Ambassadors serve as representatives of their schools, assist with community events, and connect with business and civic leaders from across the region.
Why apply?
Gain leadership skills that stand out on college and career applications.
Build a network of professional contacts who can open doors to internships and scholarships.
Learn how businesses, government, and organizations work together to support our community.
Represent your school and make a positive impact on our county.
Applications are open now through October 3rd. Students can learn more and apply by visiting or emailing Miss Beth Lanning. Applications have been emailed to all senior students or can be picked up in the office.
This is a unique opportunity for motivated seniors to step into leadership and begin shaping their futures today.
If you ordered a yearbook last year, THEY ARE IN. Please stop by the office during normal school hours to pick yours up.
Human Geography Class: The Map Projection Dilemma:
Our students in Mr. Pickens' Human Geography class are getting a hands-on look at a major challenge in cartography: representing our round Earth on a flat map. Today, they tackled the age-old projection dilemma!
Students first created their own world on a tennis ball. Then came the challenge: how to accurately transfer their globe to a flat surface? As they tried to flatten the curved surface, they quickly saw how their continents stretched and distorted. This simple but powerful activity helped them grasp the trade-offs in creating maps.
We're already seeing the concepts of Mercator distortion and the Robinson projection come to life. The students' flattened worlds demonstrate why a map can't have perfect size, shape, and distance all at once. Next week, they'll dive deeper into how different projections are used for specific purposes, from navigation to education
