SSBB District Newsletter

Posted Date: 12/07/25 (04:00 PM)

District Newsletter

Weekly Updates and News

December 7, 2025

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Dear community,

We’re excited to keep you informed and connected with all that’s happening at South Side School. Each week, we’ll share important updates, upcoming events, and reminders. Our goal is to keep you engaged in your child’s school experience and ensure you have the information you need to help them succeed.

Thank you for partnering with us in making this a wonderful school year!

In this issue:

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Second Semester Schedule Changes

Students wishing to change classes for next semester must sign up on Mrs. Wilson’s door by Friday, Dec 12th. Please note that availability is limited, as joining full-year classes mid-year is generally not permitted.

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Holiday Fun at the Damascus Library!

Get ready for some festive fun! The Damascus branch of the Faulkner-Van Buren Regional Library System has some wonderful holiday events planned for December. For a full list of activities, dates, and times, please see the attached event flyer. We hope your family can enjoy these great local activities!

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Order Your Yearbook Online!

It’s time to secure your copy of this year’s memories! Yearbooks are now available for purchase online only. Please note that paper order forms will not be distributed; all orders must be placed through our online system.

👉 Click here to order your yearbook

Don’t wait—get your yearbook today and make sure you don’t miss out!

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Upcoming Events

12.8 Community Strategic Planning Meeting

12.8 Band & Choir Christmas Concert

12.11 FFA Christmas Party

12.11 Elementary (K-5) Christmas Musical

12.19 Elementary Christmas Parties

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Basketball Games

12.9 South Side vs. White Co Central - 5:00

12.12 South Side @ St. Joseph - 5:00

12.15 South Side vs. Hector - 4:00

12.16 South Side @ Mt. Vernon-Enola - 5:00

12.18-12.20 South Side @ Phillips Community College

South Side Bee Branch School District

Gifted & Talented Program