Annual SHMS PTO Festivus
Everybody Party Party!
Southern Hills MS Band Concert
Southern Hills Students Exploring the Grand Canyon
Welcome to Southern Hills Middle School
Southern Hills is a John J. Irwin School of Excellence Award winning neighborhood middle school located in South Boulder.
Southern Hills offers personal attention and a closely knit community based on the "Cougar Values" of Participation, Responsibility, Integrity, Determination and Empathy. Southern Hills has accelerated classes in mathematics, language arts and foreign language along with a wide array of electives. With strong programs throughout the school, Southern Hills prides itself on meeting the varying needs of all students. There are also many opportunities for students to participate outside of their school day through many student activities, clubs and athletics.
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School News
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Daily announcements are shared over the PA system every day of school except on late-start Wednesdays. These announcements share school-wide programs, the lunch menu, fun facts, and updates about what's happening at school. Make sure to check this daily to stay up-to-date on all things SHMS.
District News
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Students: Interested in learning more about the democratic process? Become a student election judge!
Boulder County Elections Division offers a unique opportunity for high school juniors and seniors (ages 16 and 17) to work as student election judges in during the upcoming General Election in November.
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The Colorado Department of Education recently released test scores and performance ratings for school districts across the state and the Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) did exceedingly well, thanks to the work done through the All Together for All Students Strategic Plan.
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Crosswalk safety is critical for ensuring children get to and from school safely. Teaching children how to navigate crosswalks can help prevent accidents and encourage safer walking and biking habits.
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In early August, before the school year started, the leadership and recess teams at 16 Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) elementary schools opted-in to participate in a comprehensive two-day Recess Implementation training provided by Playworks. The goal of the training is to create playgrounds where safe and healthy play is accessible for everyone.