April is the Month of the Military Family! The Month of the Military Family in Florida gives communities an opportunity to emphasize and recognize the sacrifices of military families.
🌸 April Parent Newsletter is Here! 🌸
We’re excited to welcome a brand new month filled with learning, growth, and fun opportunities for our students and families!
Our April Parent Newsletter is now available and packed with important updates, upcoming events, and ways to stay connected with everything happening at our school.
📚 Inside this month’s newsletter:
✨ Important dates and events
✨ Testing and academic updates
✨ School celebrations and highlights
✨ Ways to stay involved and support your child
We encourage all families to take a few moments to read through and stay informed. Your partnership makes all the difference in helping our students succeed!
Let’s make April a fantastic month together!
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We’re excited to welcome a brand new month filled with learning, growth, and fun opportunities for our students and families!
Our April Parent Newsletter is now available and packed with important updates, upcoming events, and ways to stay connected with everything happening at our school.
📚 Inside this month’s newsletter:
✨ Important dates and events
✨ Testing and academic updates
✨ School celebrations and highlights
✨ Ways to stay involved and support your child
We encourage all families to take a few moments to read through and stay informed. Your partnership makes all the difference in helping our students succeed!
Let’s make April a fantastic month together!
https://app.smore.com/n/n2guyd
🌟⚓ Sailors of the Month – March ⚓🌟
Join us in celebrating our incredible Sailors of the Month for March! These outstanding students were recognized for demonstrating the resiliency trait of Volunteerism & Mentorship.
They exemplify what it means to lead with heart by giving and seeking support, guidance, training, and expertise. Whether helping a classmate, stepping up as leaders, or asking for help to grow, they show that true strength comes from lifting others up and continuing to learn.
👏 Your willingness to support one another and build a positive community does not go unnoticed. You are shining examples of what it means to be a leader!
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Join us in celebrating our incredible Sailors of the Month for March! These outstanding students were recognized for demonstrating the resiliency trait of Volunteerism & Mentorship.
They exemplify what it means to lead with heart by giving and seeking support, guidance, training, and expertise. Whether helping a classmate, stepping up as leaders, or asking for help to grow, they show that true strength comes from lifting others up and continuing to learn.
👏 Your willingness to support one another and build a positive community does not go unnoticed. You are shining examples of what it means to be a leader!
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🎉 Celebrating Excellence in Action! 🎉
Please join us in congratulating Ms. Swaggerty and Ms. Leary for being selected by their peers as our March Resiliency Trait Winners for Volunteerism/Mentorship! 👏
This recognition highlights the powerful impact of stepping up—whether it’s giving or seeking support, offering guidance, sharing expertise, or helping others grow. Ms. Swaggerty and Ms. Leary embody this trait ყოველდღ through their unwavering commitment to our school community.
They were chosen for going above and beyond, maintaining a positive outlook, and showing a continuous willingness to help that is truly unmatched. Their dedication makes a difference, and we can always count on them! 💙
Thank you both for the inspiration you bring to our students, staff, and school each day. 🌟
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Please join us in congratulating Ms. Swaggerty and Ms. Leary for being selected by their peers as our March Resiliency Trait Winners for Volunteerism/Mentorship! 👏
This recognition highlights the powerful impact of stepping up—whether it’s giving or seeking support, offering guidance, sharing expertise, or helping others grow. Ms. Swaggerty and Ms. Leary embody this trait ყოველდღ through their unwavering commitment to our school community.
They were chosen for going above and beyond, maintaining a positive outlook, and showing a continuous willingness to help that is truly unmatched. Their dedication makes a difference, and we can always count on them! 💙
Thank you both for the inspiration you bring to our students, staff, and school each day. 🌟
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🏴☠️✨ Ahoy, Little Pirates! ✨🏴☠️
Congratulations to all of our amazing Little Pirates who were invited to our 3rd Quarter PBIS Celebration this afternoon! 🎉
These students earned a special celebration with Dr. Weber and Dr. Carty by demonstrating outstanding behavior and responsibility all quarter long! 👏
To earn this honor, students met the following goals:
✅ 3 or fewer absences
✅ 3 or fewer tardies
✅ No classroom discipline forms
✅ No FOCUS referrals
✅ No bus infractions or referrals
Our Pirates had an unforgettable time enjoying:
🎯 Fun games in PE1 with Ms. Trammell
🍧 Popsicles with Dr. Carty
🎨 Bubble wrap foot painting with Ms. Young & Ms. Bond
🫧 And of course… the AMAZING Bubble Truck with Dr. Weber!
We are so proud of our students for showing what it means to be responsible, respectful, and ready to learn every day. Keep up the great work, Little Pirates! 💙⚓
#PBISCelebration #LittlePirates #PositiveBehavior #ProudPrincipal #MakingWaves
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Congratulations to all of our amazing Little Pirates who were invited to our 3rd Quarter PBIS Celebration this afternoon! 🎉
These students earned a special celebration with Dr. Weber and Dr. Carty by demonstrating outstanding behavior and responsibility all quarter long! 👏
To earn this honor, students met the following goals:
✅ 3 or fewer absences
✅ 3 or fewer tardies
✅ No classroom discipline forms
✅ No FOCUS referrals
✅ No bus infractions or referrals
Our Pirates had an unforgettable time enjoying:
🎯 Fun games in PE1 with Ms. Trammell
🍧 Popsicles with Dr. Carty
🎨 Bubble wrap foot painting with Ms. Young & Ms. Bond
🫧 And of course… the AMAZING Bubble Truck with Dr. Weber!
We are so proud of our students for showing what it means to be responsible, respectful, and ready to learn every day. Keep up the great work, Little Pirates! 💙⚓
#PBISCelebration #LittlePirates #PositiveBehavior #ProudPrincipal #MakingWaves
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🎓 Nassau Schools Showcase
Explore your options with Nassau County School District, all in one place.
✔ Enroll your student full-time
✔ Use scholarship funds for district programs
✔ Meet school leaders and district teams
✔ Explore academics, arts, athletics, and student support services
Get the information you need to make the best choice for your child.
📅 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Yulee High School
🔗 View details and plan your visit: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/showcase
Discover how your family can connect with Nassau County’s “A”-rated schools.
#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau
School resumes on Monday, March 23, 2026!
We hope our students, staff, and families are enjoying a relaxing and safe Spring Break, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to our classrooms.
#WeAreNassau
🎻✨ A Memorable Musical Experience for Our 2nd Graders! ✨🎻
In celebration of Arts Education Month, the 2nd grade Little Pirates at Southside Elementary had an incredible opportunity to experience the Viano Quartet through an engaging and interactive performance!
Students were able to:
🎶 Hear live violin, viola, and cello performed at a professional level
🎶 Learn how instruments in the string family work together
🎶 Experience the teamwork and energy of chamber music
🎶 Ask questions and connect with professional musicians
This inspiring program sparked curiosity, brought music education to life, and created a meaningful, memorable experience for our young learners. Opportunities like this are just right for our 2nd graders as we continue to nurture creativity and a love for the arts! 🎼💛 Thank you to the Amelia Island Chamber of Music for collaborating with our music teacher Ms. Whedon and making it happen! https://www.canva.com/design/DAHENg2MPNk/kDjnbl1ObEhYNri0BBtXGQ/view?utm_content=DAHENg2MPNk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h5fae5d71dc
In celebration of Arts Education Month, the 2nd grade Little Pirates at Southside Elementary had an incredible opportunity to experience the Viano Quartet through an engaging and interactive performance!
Students were able to:
🎶 Hear live violin, viola, and cello performed at a professional level
🎶 Learn how instruments in the string family work together
🎶 Experience the teamwork and energy of chamber music
🎶 Ask questions and connect with professional musicians
This inspiring program sparked curiosity, brought music education to life, and created a meaningful, memorable experience for our young learners. Opportunities like this are just right for our 2nd graders as we continue to nurture creativity and a love for the arts! 🎼💛 Thank you to the Amelia Island Chamber of Music for collaborating with our music teacher Ms. Whedon and making it happen! https://www.canva.com/design/DAHENg2MPNk/kDjnbl1ObEhYNri0BBtXGQ/view?utm_content=DAHENg2MPNk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h5fae5d71dc
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
It's that time of year again! If you have an incoming Little Pirate, don't forget to sign up for your registration appointment.
SES Families, we need your help!
🎨 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
🎨 Artist of the Month – Southside Elementary
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.
#ArtMillage #NCSDArts #YourMillAtWork #WeAreNassau
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.
#ArtMillage #NCSDArts #YourMillAtWork #WeAreNassau
💚 Kids Heart Challenge – What a Fun Finale! 💚
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
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
This week we celebrate National School Social Worker Week and recognize the incredible impact of Ms. Coaxum at Southside! 💙
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
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
We are in need of Volunteers for the 1st and 2nd Grade AR Store next week. If you are available to help, please sign up using this link. Remember, all Volunteers must be board approved.
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🦷✨ Smiles in Kindergarten! ✨🦷
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
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
🦷✨ Thank You, Amelia Dental Group! ✨🦷
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
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
💙✨ Kindness in Action in 2nd Grade! ✨💙
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
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
⚓🌟 Congratulations to Our February Sailors of the Month! 🌟⚓
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!
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!
