RACINE- Southern High School sophomore Kallie Roush has completed the Community Health Worker classwork requirements for the Ohio Community Health Worker Certification.
This program was made possible through Ohio University, Hopewell Health Centers, and the Center for School-Based Mental Health at Miami University. It involved Kallie and students from across Ohio to attend twice a week virtual classes and 3 in-person classes since January.
“It was a lot of hard work but it was worth it. I learned the core values of being a CHW and made new friends along the way,” Roush explained. “I am thankful for the experience. The program will help me with my future career plans.”
According to Hopewell Health Centers, schools that THRIVE are a coalition to demonstrate a model for building community capacity to grow their behavioral health workforce while also promoting integrated healthcare within the community.
Kallie's dedication and hard work were praised by Erin Lucas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Hopewell Health Centers, who said, "Kallie demonstrated diligence, persistence, and dedication to the class and was a pleasure to have in our first cohort."
SHS Principal Daniel Otto praised Kallie, stating, "Kallie is an exceptional student and a hard worker. We are extremely proud of her. What an exciting achievement for her sophomore year."
Kallie is working towards earning her Industry-Recognized Credential Seal, Ohio Means Jobs-Readiness Seal, and Community Health Worker Certification (Ohio Board of Nursing).
Kallie's mother, Brandi Roush, expressed how proud she is of her daughter's dedication to THRIVE, stating, "It’s been a great learning experience for her."
Southern Local would like to thank everyone who made this experience possible.
Southern baseball ended their season tonight by losing to our brackets #1 seed (Fairfield).
Ended season as TVC Champs. Sectional Champs and District runner-ups.
Great season Tornado Baseball.
Best wishes to our seniors: Isiah Barton, Derek Griffith, Kaiden Michael, Brayden Otto, Josiah Smith, & Aaron Vance.
Southern baseball advances to the District Championship by beating Green 7 to 5. They play Monday at 4 at VA Memorial Stadium.
JV softball finished their season with a 14-11 victory vs Meigs.
Southern baseball beats Paint Valley 12-2 in 6 to claim the Sectional Championship.
Southern SB falls to Manchester in Districts to end their season.
Finished as TVC and Sectional champs. Best wishes to our seniors: Lauren Smith, Kamry Roush, Chloe Rizer, Lexi Smith, Emilee Barber, and Kassidy Chaney.
Make sure to check and see if you qualify to get $140 worth of fruits and vegetables for FREE! This is in conjunction with our Meigs County Farmers Market.
You can come to the farmers market on the levee parking lot Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Sb won 13-3 in 6 vs Eastern JV fell to Wellston.
Baseball beats Valley 6-5
Congratulations to Ava Roush and Chloe Rizer on receiving the Wiseman Real Estate Scholarship ($1000)
Varsity baseball falls Vs Eastern.
Softball beat Sciotoville 13-1 tonight to become SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS!
Varsity baseball and softball fall to Wellston.
Southern HS National Honor Society students assisting with Kids day at the first Meigs County Farmers Market of the season.
Baseball Results JV over Alexander 8-2 Varsity won 2-1 vs South Webster
RACINE- Lila Cooper, a graduating senior from Southern High School, made a significant achievement by signing a letter of intent to play volleyball for Alice Lloyd College, located in Pippa Passes, Kentucky.
The signing ceremony took place on May 3, 2024, in the SHS gym. The college's head coach, Kayla VanHoose, joined the celebration at the Southern High School to congratulate Lila on her accomplishment.
The ceremony was attended by Lila's family, SHS Principal Daniel Otto, as well as SHS coaches Kim Hupp and Courtney Whittington, who showed their support and encouragement for Lila's future endeavors.
Lila's hard work, dedication, and talent have earned her a spot in Alice Lloyd College's volleyball team, and we congratulate her on this remarkable achievement. We wish her all the best for her bright future and continued success in her academic and athletic pursuits.
Congratulations to the following Southern Local Students recognized at tonight’s County Academic Banquet for their academic achievements: 4th grade: Gus McDaniel & Waylon Sellers 6th grade: Kendall Hupp & Layla Nibert 8th grade: Ashley Brown & Kyleigh Kranyik 10th grade: Noah Leachman & Cole Smith 12th grade: Brayden Otto, Chloe Rizer, Ava Roush & Alexis Smith. Congratulations to all students and their families honored in the county tonight Thank you AMESC
JV baseball won 11-1 VS Meigs
Ashley received the Franklin B. Walter Outstanding Achievement Award. Ashley is recognized for her outstanding contributions in the field of special education. Ashley Neal is a teacher that goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She asks for ideas from her team to better support her students. She is willing to try new things that might be considered as “out of the box thinking.” Ashley’s students are very lucky. She starts every day with morning meetings. The kids circle up after transition times which includes after specials and before they go home. She gives students choice, which fosters ownership and decision making. She teaches with a cooperative learning style in mind. Lessons are fun and her students are always happy. Ashley has much empathy and love for her students. She makes sure they are taken care of and communicates with their families. Her students always feel loved and supported by her. As a colleague, Ashley goes out of her way to check on other teachers and offer support when she can. We are very lucky to have her on our team at Southern Local.
JV softball falls to Warren in a close battle.