🚗⚓ Plan Ahead, Little Pirates! ⚓🚗 To help ensure the safety of all students and minimize disruptions to instruction, we want to remind families of our student early pick-up procedures. 📌 Students may only be checked out while they are in their classrooms. Throughout the day, classes rotate through activities, recess, and lunch, making it difficult to safely retrieve students once they have left the classroom. ⏰ Early pick-up cut-off times: • 1:00 PM on regular school days • 12:00 PM on Wednesdays Please plan appointments and schedule changes accordingly to help us maintain a safe, orderly campus and maximize instructional time for every student. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our Little Pirates safe and learning every day! 💙💛 Every Student Matters… Every Moment Counts! 🏴‍☠️ https://canva.link/rjoedqeay65cmho
about 6 hours ago, Southside Elementary School

🌟 Meet the Newest Member of the Southside Family! 🌟

Please join us in giving a warm Southside welcome to Ms. Michelle Arseneau, our new School Resource Officer!

We are excited to have her join our team and know that her talents, passion, and dedication will make a wonderful impact on our students, families, and school community.

A message from Ms. Arseneau:

My name is Michelle Arseneau and I am thrilled to join the family at Southside Elementary School!! I recently retired from the Fernandina Beach Police Department after 13 years. During my FBPD career, I was a patrol officer, a detective, and a School Resource Officer at Fernandina Beach Middle School. After retiring, I quickly joined the Nassau County School Board Police Department and served as the SRO for Hilliard Elementary School, 2025- 2026.

Prior to law enforcement, I was a Job Coach at the Fernandina Beach High School for seven years.

I love spending time with my husband, grandchild, and fishing. Running and exercising with my friends keeps me going and ready for anything.

We are thrilled to have Ms. Arseneau as part of the Southside family and look forward to an amazing year ahead together!
Be sure to say hello and help us make her feel right at home. 💙✨
#WelcomeToSouthside #SouthsideFamily #NewTeamMember #GrowingTogether #EveryStudentMatters #EveryMomentCounts

about 6 hours ago, Southside Elementary School
Portrait-style staff introduction graphic for Southside Elementary School. A smiling woman with short brown hair wearing a ball cap with the words NC School District Police is pictured against a softly blurred outdoor background. The Nassau County School District logo appears in the upper left corner, and the Southside Elementary lighthouse logo with the motto “Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts” appears in the upper right corner. The Southside Elementary Little Pirate mascot is displayed in the lower left corner. Text on the graphic reads: “Ms. Michelle Arseneau,” “Southside Elementary,” “2026–2027,” and “School Resource Officer” The design features navy blue and gold school colors.

🚗⚓ Little Pirates, Let's Practice Morning Drop-Off! ⚓🚗

Starting school is an exciting adventure, especially for our incoming Kindergarten students! To help make the first days of school safe, smooth, and stress-free, we've created a short video demonstrating our morning car rider procedures and how students should safely exit their vehicles at drop-off.

Practicing these simple steps at home before the first day can help build confidence, encourage independence, and keep our car line moving efficiently for everyone.

📹 Watch the video here: https://canva.link/ep0vns3i5xmzyi7

A few reminders for our Little Pirates:
🏴‍☠️ Have backpacks on and ready before arriving at school.
🏴‍☠️ Be prepared to exit from the passenger side of the vehicle.
🏴‍☠️ Give hugs and goodbyes before entering the drop-off line.
🏴‍☠️ Listen to staff members who are there to help every morning.

When we practice together, we create a safe and successful start to every school day.

Every Student Matters… Every Moment Counts! 💙💛

2 days ago, Southside Elementary School
🌟 Meet the Newest Member of the Southside Family! 🌟 Please join us in giving a warm Southside welcome to Ms. Lacey Burges, our new Support Facilitator! We are excited to have her join our team and know that her talents, passion, and dedication will make a wonderful impact on our students, families, and school community. A message from Ms. Burgess: Hello! My name is Lacey Burgess, and I am originally from Virginia. I have been working in education for the past five years and have spent the last two years teaching. I hold a degree in both Elementary Education and Special Education and am passionate about helping all students reach their full potential. I have a wonderful three-year-old daughter, Cora, who keeps me busy. I enjoy going to the beach and spending quality time with my family. I am excited to be a part of the Southside Elementary family this year and look forward to getting to know our students, families, and staff and making this a great year together! We are thrilled to have Ms. Burgess as part of the Southside family and look forward to an amazing year ahead together! Be sure to say hello and help us make her feel right at home. 💙✨ #WelcomeToSouthside #SouthsideFamily #NewTeamMember #GrowingTogether #EveryStudentMatters #EveryMomentCounts
2 days ago, Southside Elementary School
A smiling person with brown hair and a green shirt stands in front of a blue marbled background.
🌟 Meet the Newest Member of the Southside Family! 🌟

Please join us in giving a warm Southside welcome to Ms. Riley Webber, our new Self-Contained Gen-Ed Teacher!

We are excited to have her join our team and know that her talents, passion, and dedication will make a wonderful impact on our students, families, and school community.

A message from Ms. Webber:

Hi! My name is Riley Webber and I have lived in Fernandina for most of my life. This will be my first year as a teacher! I graduated from Florida State University with both my Bachelors and Masters in Special Education.

I am a Florida certified K-12 teacher with certificates in ESE, ESOL, and Autism. I am also Reading Endorsed. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends!


We are thrilled to have Ms. Webber as part of the Southside family and look forward to an amazing year ahead together!

Be sure to say hello and help us make her feel right at home. 💙✨

#WelcomeToSouthside #SouthsideFamily #NewTeamMember #GrowingTogether #EveryStudentMatters #EveryMomentCounts
5 days ago, Southside Elementary School
A graduate wearing a white dress and maroon sash holds a graduation cap and diploma outside a building.
🌟 Meet the Newest Member of the Southside Family! 🌟 Please join us in giving a warm Southside welcome to Ms. Ashlyn Dominey, our new 2nd Grade Teacher! We are excited to have her join our team and know that her talents, passion, and dedication will make a wonderful impact on our students, families, and school community. 💬 A message from Ms. Dominey: Hi everyone! My name is Ashlyn Dominey. I am originally from Fleming Island, Florida and looking forward to moving to the Fernandina area with my chocolate lab, Bailey. This will be my 2nd year teaching. I graduated from Florida State University with my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and my master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I am also a Florida certified K-6 teacher with Reading and ESOL endorsements. I love reading, going on walks with my dog, and relaxing on the beach. I am so excited to start this school year and become part of the SES family!! We are thrilled to have Ms. Dominey as part of the Southside family and look forward to an amazing year ahead together! Be sure to say hello and help us make her feel right at home. 💙✨ #WelcomeToSouthside #SouthsideFamily #NewTeamMember #GrowingTogether #EveryStudentMatters #EveryMomentCounts
7 days ago, Southside Elementary School
A headshot of a person with long, dark hair smiling against a blue background.
Help us stock the Teachers' Lounge for our amazing faculty and staff to enjoy a treat when they return in August! Click on the link below to see an Amazon wish list of items that you can have sent directly to the school. Or drop it off at Meet and Greet on 8/5. We appreciate your generosity!

https://a.co/02eaOvAK

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8 days ago, Southside Elementary School
🌿✨ You're Invited! Campus Beautification Day at Southside Elementary! ✨🌿

Hello, Southside Elementary family, friends, and community partners!

They say it takes a village—and we couldn't agree more. As we get ready to welcome our students, faculty, and staff back for an amazing 2026–2027 school year, we're inviting YOU to help us make our campus shine!

📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Southside Elementary School

Join us as we work together to create a beautiful, welcoming environment for our students by:
🌸 Beautifying our butterfly garden
🌳 Spreading mulch around campus
✂️ Trimming trees and landscaping areas
🛠️ Completing other campus improvement projects

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Whether you can volunteer on your own, bring a few coworkers, or rally your entire organization, every helping hand makes a difference! This is a wonderful opportunity to give back, strengthen our community partnerships, and help prepare our school for another incredible year of learning and growth.
8 days ago, Southside Elementary School
🎨 Artist of the Month – Southside Elementary
Congratulations to Autumn James for being selected as June's Artist of the Month at Southside Elementary!

🖌 Artwork Title: Flower

👩‍🏫 Art Teacher: Ms. Johns

Autumn'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.

#ArtMillage #NCSDArts #YourMillAtWork #WeAreNassau

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8 days ago, Southside Elementary School
Happy Independence Day and Happy 250th Birthday, America.
Wishing our students, families, staff, and community a safe and happy Fourth of July.

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau #America250 #FourthOfJuly
11 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic featuring an American flag and fireworks with the text "4th of July." The graphic celebrates Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary.
⭐ Southside Elementary is an A-Rated School!

Congratulations to the students, teachers, staff, families, and community of Southside Elementary on earning an A rating from the Florida Department of Education. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!

Enroll today in your neighborhood A-rated school and experience the excellence that makes Nassau County one of the highest-performing school districts in Florida. https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/enroll

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau
14 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic announcing Southside Elementary earned an A school grade for the 2025-2026 school year from the Florida Department of Education. A large royal blue letter "A" is centered with the school name displayed below.
📚 Elementary Schools By the Numbers

Our elementary students continue to achieve at an exceptional level across Florida.

Among Florida's 67 school districts, Nassau County ranks:

• #3 Grades 3-5 Math
• #2 Grades 3-5 English Language Arts
• #2 5th Grade Science

Based on the Florida Department of Education Accountability Reports.

Enroll today in your neighborhood A-rated school and experience the excellence that makes Nassau County one of the highest-performing school districts in Florida.
https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/enroll

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau
14 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic titled "Elementary Schools By the Numbers." Ranked among Florida's 67 school districts. Rankings shown are: Grades 3-5 Math, #3; Grades 3-5 English Language Arts, #2; 5th Grade Science, #2. Footer states results are based on the Florida Department of Education Accountability Reports.

The Florida Department of Education has awarded Nassau County School District an A district grade, and we are proud to be ranked #2 in Florida.

This recognition reflects the dedication of our students, teachers, staff, school leaders, families, and community partners who work together every day to provide exceptional opportunities for every student.

District Grade: A
District Rank in Florida: #2

Based on the Florida Department of Education Accountability Reports.

Enroll today in your neighborhood A-rated school and experience the excellence that makes Nassau County one of the highest-performing school districts in Florida.
https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/enroll

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau

14 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic titled "A District of Excellence." The graphic features the outline of Florida with Nassau County highlighted. Text states: "District Grade: A" and "District Rank in Florida: #2." Footer reads: "Based on the Florida Department of Education Accountability Reports."
🎉⚓ Southside Spirit Wear is Here! ⚓🎉 Show your Southside pride all year long with our 2026-2027 Southside Elementary Spirit Wear! 🏴‍☠️💙 Choose from: 👕 Short Sleeve Shirt – $15 👕 Long Sleeve Shirt – $20 🧥 Hoodie – $30 📅 Online sales begin July 1, 2026! 🗓️ Pre-sale orders must be completed by Friday, July 31st. Don't forget—the first Friday of every month is Spirit Day! Wear your Southside spirit shirt or school colors and help your class earn bragging rights and a chance to display Bucky's Spirit Sign for the month! 🏆⚓ 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to place your order. Let's fill our campus with Southside pride because Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts! 💙💛 #SouthsideElementary #LittlePirates #SouthsideSpiritWear #SpiritDay #BuckyPride #EveryStudentCountsEveryMomentMatters #SouthsideStrong
19 days ago, Southside Elementary School
Flyer titled “2026–2027 Southside Elementary Spirit Wear” on a light gray background. Three children model different spirit wear options featuring a Southside Elementary lighthouse logo in blue, white, and yellow. Long Sleeve Shirt: Gray long-sleeve shirt, priced at $20 Short Sleeve Shirt: Gray and blue raglan-style short-sleeve shirt, priced at $15 Hoodie: Gray hooded sweatshirt, priced at $30 Text below states: “Online Shirt Sales Begin 7/1/2026. Pre-Sale Online Order Forms must be completed by Friday, July 31st.” Additional information explains that the first Friday of each month is Spirit Day and encourages students and staff to wear spirit shirts or school colors. The class with the highest participation each month will earn bragging rights and display Bucky’s Spirit Sign. At the bottom, a heading reads “Pay Online using the QR Code Below!” followed by a QR code for online payment.

📱Southside Elementary Back-to-School events are now available!
Families can easily view upcoming events, school calendars, announcements, and notifications directly in the NCSD app.
Upcoming Dates:
📅 Meet & Greet: August 7th 9:30-11:30
📅 Open House: September 3rd Last Name A-M 4:30-5:15 Last Name N-Z 5:15-6:00
📅 Volunteer Orientation/Event: September 10 8:00AM & 4:00PM
Download the app, select Southside Elementary, and stay connected throughout the school year.
📱 iPhone: https://aptg.co/dtLZNY
📱 Android: https://aptg.co/s1V3Sq
#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau #NCSDReady #BackToSchool

28 days ago, Southside Elementary School
A hand holds a smartphone against a dark blue background. The phone screen has a bright yellow background with large blue text that reads, “Back to School Events.” Below, smaller text says, “View Now on the NCSD App or Our Website.” A search bar graphic displays “NASSAU.K12.FL.US” with a search icon, encouraging families to find back-to-school event information online or through the Nassau County School District app.
🎒 Southside Elementary is ready for the 2026-2027 school year!
Be sure to save these important Back-to-School dates:
📅 Meet & Greet – August 7th 9:30-11:30 (Drop-In)
📅 Open House – September 3rd Last Name A-M 4:30-5:15 Last Name N-Z 5:15-6:00
📅 First Day of School – August 10th
The easiest way to stay informed is through the Nassau County School District app. Download the app and follow Southside Elementary for quick access to school calendars, news, events, and alerts.
📱 iPhone: https://aptg.co/dtLZNY
📱 Android: https://aptg.co/s1V3Sq
#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau #BackToSchool
28 days ago, Southside Elementary School
Promotional graphic for Nassau County School District’s 2026–2027 Back-to-School Events. A tilted light gray rectangle centered on a gold geometric background features large navy and blue text reading “BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS.” Smaller text at the top reads “Nassau County School District” and “26–27.” The district website, “nassau.k12.fl.us,” appears in the lower-right corner. The design highlights upcoming back-to-school activities and information for students and families.

☀️ Free Summer Meals for Nassau County Kids & Teens ☀️

No school? No problem! Nassau County School Nutrition Association is proud to provide FREE summer meals for children and teens 18 and under all summer long.

📅 Meal sites are open Monday through Thursday from June 1 through July 30.

📍 Summer Meal Locations & Times:
• Atlantic Recreational Center
Lunch: 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM
• Callahan Elementary
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
• Hilliard Middle-Senior High
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
• Southside Elementary
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
• Wildlight Elementary
Breakfast: 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
Lunch: 10:15 AM to 11:45 AM
• Yulee Middle School
Breakfast: 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

🍎 Families can find the most up-to-date meal site locations and serving times anytime at https://www.summerbreakspot.org

🥪 FREE 7-Day Grab & Go Meal Kits are also available every Wednesday in June and July from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at:
📍 Callahan Intermediate School Parent Loop
📍 Yulee Primary School Parent Loop


We are grateful to continue serving Nassau County families this summer. 💙

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau

about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Child wearing sunglasses smiles while holding a Summer BreakSpot meal bag. Text reads: “Summer BreakSpot. The coolest spot for kids this summer.”
🎨 Artist of the Month – Southside Elementary
Congratulations to Rylee Strickland-Cribb for being selected as June's Artist of the Month at Southside Elementary!
🖌 Artwork Title: Flower
👩‍🏫 Art Teacher: Ms. Johns
Grace'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.
#ArtMillage #NCSDArts #YourMillAtWork #WeAreNassau
about 1 month ago, Southside Elementary School
Graphic recognizing an elementary school student as “Artist of the Month.” The design features a dark blue background with Nassau County School District branding in the top left and the “Your Millage at Work” logo in the top right. A large light blue panel with a white cloud illustration appears in the center. Bold gold text reads “ARTIST OF THE MONTH.” Below, white text identifies the student as Rylee Strickland-Cribb from Southside Elementary. The date June, 2026 appears beneath the name, and a gold banner across the bottom displays the hashtag #YourMillAtWork in blue text. Picture of Rylee holding her artwork of a multicolored flower drawn and colored with oil pastels.
📚 Save the Date, Southside Families families!
We are getting ready for an amazing 2026-2027 school year. Be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming Back-to-School events:
📅 Meet & Greet: August 7th 9:30-11:30
📅 Open House: September 3rd Last Name A-M 4:30-5:15 Last Name N-Z 5:15-6:00.
📅 First Day of School: August 10th
Stay connected all year long by downloading the Nassau County School District app and selecting [School Name] to view calendars, news, events, and important notifications.
📱 iPhone: https://aptg.co/dtLZNY
📱 Android: https://aptg.co/s1V3Sq
#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau #BackToSchool
about 1 month ago, Southside Elementary School
Colorful back-to-school graphic for the 2026–2027 school year. Large white and yellow text reads “2026–2027 BACK TO SCHOOL” on a blue background. A large note pinned with a red pushpin says “SAVE THE DATE!” beside a calendar icon. Along the right side, six children of diverse backgrounds peek from behind a blue panel against a yellow background. The Nassau County School District logo appears in the upper-right corner. The design encourages families to mark their calendars for upcoming back-to-school events and information.

☀️ Free Summer Meals for Nassau County Kids & Teens ☀️

No school? No problem! Nassau County School Nutrition Association is proud to provide FREE summer meals for children and teens 18 and under all summer long.

📅 Meal sites are open Monday through Thursday from June 1 through July 30.

📍 Summer Meal Locations & Times:
• Atlantic Recreational Center
Lunch: 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM
• Callahan Elementary
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
• Hilliard Middle-Senior High
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
• Southside Elementary
Breakfast: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
• Wildlight Elementary
Breakfast: 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
Lunch: 10:15 AM to 11:45 AM
• Yulee Middle School
Breakfast: 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

🍎 Families can find the most up-to-date meal site locations and serving times anytime at https://www.summerbreakspot.org

🥪 FREE 7-Day Grab & Go Meal Kits are also available every Wednesday in June and July from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at:
📍 Callahan Intermediate School Parent Loop
📍 Yulee Primary School Parent Loop


We are grateful to continue serving Nassau County families this summer. 💙

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau

about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Child smiling while holding a sandwich in front of colorful Summer BreakSpot graphics. Text reads: “Summer BreakSpot is here.”