Please join us in congratulating Ms. Connell and Ms. Allgood for being recognized for exemplifying the resiliency trait of Problem-Solving this month!
These two outstanding educators consistently demonstrate what it means to come to solutions by working together and supporting those around them. 💙
Their peers shared:
✨ “Always accepts new problems that come their way and solves them with grace.”
✨ “Always willing to step in and assist with situations and can be a calming effect.”
Thank you both for modeling resilience and showing us all the power of problem-solving through teamwork! 👏💛
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Spring Break begins for Nassau County School District students!
Friday is a teacher planning day, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Wishing all of our students and families a fun, safe, and relaxing Spring Break! ☀️🌴
#WeAreNassau

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🎨 The Impact of the Art Millage at Southside Elementary 🎨
The Art Millage has made a meaningful difference at Southside Elementary School. Because of this support, our students now have the opportunity to participate in a dedicated art class—an experience that allows them to explore creativity, express themselves, and develop new skills beyond the traditional classroom.
Art provides our students with a powerful outlet for imagination and problem-solving while helping build confidence and pride in their work. We have already seen how much this opportunity means to our students and families, and we are incredibly grateful for the support that made it possible.
Thank you to our community for investing in programs that enrich the educational experience for every Little Pirate! 🏴☠️🎨 https://www.canva.com/design/DAHDpBTL41w/8QPH7HtOWK2riub2TB3D8A/view?utm_content=DAHDpBTL41w&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hb9852d67ef
Congratulations to Ivy S. for being selected as March's Artist of the Month at Southside Elementary!
🖌 Artwork Title: Parrot
👩🏫 Art Teacher: Ms. Johns
Ivy's artwork will be featured in the Nassau County School District Artist of the Month Gallery at the district office. The district is proud to celebrate the creativity and talent of our students across Nassau County.
Thank you to the Nassau County community for supporting arts education through the One Mill, which helps make opportunities like this possible for students across the district.
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Our Kids Heart Challenge has officially wrapped up for the year! Yesterday was full of laughter and excitement as our top fundraisers celebrated in a big way.
Our three highest-earning classes and students earned the chance to slime Ms. Trammell and Dr. Weber, and the top three individual fundraisers even got to pie them! 🥧
A huge shoutout to Ms. LaChapelle, Ms. Ski, and Ms. Crew’s classes for their incredible efforts in raising funds. We are so proud of the dedication shown by our students and families who supported this important cause.
Not only are we helping raise money for the American Heart Association, but these funds also help us keep our PE equipment updated so our students can stay active and healthy.
Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event such a success! ❤️🏃♂️
#KidsHeartChallenge #HealthyHearts #LittlePirates #StudentLeadership







We are so appreciative of the care and dedication she brings to our school community every day. Ms. Coaxum spends countless hours building meaningful relationships with our students, supporting grade-level teams during meetings, and connecting families with valuable resources.
Her commitment to ensuring every student feels supported, heard, and empowered truly makes a difference at Southside. Thank you, Ms. Coaxum, for the heart you bring to our school and for the lives you positively impact each day! 🌟
#NationalSchoolSocialWorkerWeek #ThankYou #SouthsideStrong #EveryStudentCounts #EveryMomentMatters

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Ms. Head’s kindergarten class had a special visit from Dr. Porter of Lofton Creek Smiles! Our little learners discovered all about dental hygiene — from proper brushing techniques to the importance of keeping those smiles healthy and bright. 😁
Thank you, Dr. Porter, for taking the time to teach our students such important lifelong habits. We love partnering with our local community helpers! 💙
#HealthySmiles #KindergartenLearning #CommunityPartners



A huge thank you to Amelia Dental Group for visiting our students and teaching us all about the importance of dental hygiene! Our students loved learning how to keep their smiles healthy and bright. 😁
What an awesome opportunity to meet local community helpers and learn more about the important work they do every day. We appreciate you investing in our students and helping us build healthy habits for life! 💙
#CommunityPartners #HealthySmiles #ThankYou

Our amazing 2nd graders in Ms. Cacciapouti’s class have been spreading kindness all around campus! Students began by writing thoughtful words to describe one another inside a heart — filling our classroom with positivity and encouragement. 💗
Then, they took their kindness beyond the classroom by completing random acts of kindness throughout the school! They:
• Helped Pre-K students pack up
• Read with 1st graders
• Assisted Ms. Hicks in the library
• Picked up trash on the playground
• Supported Ms. Johns and Ms. Trammell with their kindergarteners
• Helped Ms. Whedon with her instruments
To top it off, each student reflected in writing about how their act of kindness made them feel — and the responses were heartwarming! 💙
We are so proud of these thoughtful leaders who are learning that even small acts can make a BIG difference. 💫
#KindnessMatters #2ndGradeLeaders #RandomActsOfKindness

We are proud to celebrate our February Sailors of the Month! These outstanding students were selected for their ability to find solutions to everyday problems, show initiative, and involve adults when needed.
Their leadership, responsibility, and positive decision-making set a wonderful example for others. We are so proud of the way they represent our school each and every day! 💙⚓
Keep leading the way, Sailors!







🗓 Registration Dates: May 4 – May 8
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Be sure to bring your completed registration packet and required documents to your appointment. 👏🏼
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Thank you, Southside families, for another fantastic week! Your partnership and support continue to make a difference in the success of our students and school community. 💙
We are looking forward to an exciting spring season filled with special events like field trips, Authors in Schools visits, and our AR Store! These experiences help bring learning to life and celebrate all the hard work our students are doing each day. 🌷📚
📝 Reminder: Our Title I Parent Survey is open through March 9th, and we truly value your feedback. Your input helps us grow and improve as a school.
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Thank you for being such an important part of our Southside family! 💙
Our halls will be filled with amazing, fun, and silly spirit days as we remind our Little Pirates that reading opens the door to imagination, adventure, and lifelong learning.
We can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun and show their Pirate spirit all week long! ⚓📖
Oh, the places we’ll go when we READ! 🎉
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Yesterday we celebrated our amazing SES Bus Drivers! 🚌💛
We surprised them with morning snacks and heartfelt thank-you notes to show just how much we appreciate everything they do. Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons — they always put our students first and ensure they arrive to and from school safely each and every day.
Our bus drivers are often the first smiling faces our students see in the morning and the last caring goodbye in the afternoon. Their patience, dedication, and commitment do not go unnoticed!
Thank you for being such an important part of the SES family. We appreciate you more than words can say! 💙✨

