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Posted Date: 12/14/25 (04:00 PM)
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District Newsletter

Weekly Updates and News

December 14, 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:

Christmas Spirit Week is Coming!

Get ready to show your holiday cheer! We are thrilled to announce our Elementary Christmas Spirit Week, taking place from December 15th through December 19th. We have a festive week of fun planned with a special dress-up theme for every single day. Please check the attached flyer for the full schedule and details on what to wear each day. We can’t wait to see everyone’s holiday creativity!

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

12.16 - 12.7 High School Semester Tests
12.19 Elementary Christmas Parties
12.22 - 1.2 Christmas Break
1.5 - Teacher Workday (No School)
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Basketball Games

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
 

December Menu

A December school lunch menu calendar with daily meal options.