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 Middle School is a vibrant community where the Cougar Pride values of Participation, Responsibility, Integrity, Determination and Empathy are fostered through a focus on academic excellence and developing the potential of every student. To meet the academic needs of our learners, our campus offers a variety of programming that includes specialized support courses, as well as advanced English and math pathways. Students thrive as they are offered the opportunity to lead, explore their interests and cultivate friendships in a supportive environment. The Cougars at Southern Hills benefit from an experienced staff with an unwavering commitment to helping every child find a place to belong.
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School News
![Sign-Up for SHMS 2024 Open Enrollment Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1598907604/bvsdorg/gvye0vl4r7v9syq4mvrq/20200228_083251.jpg","width":2200}])
In Person Open Enrollment Nights:
- Wednesday, November 20th from 6-8pm
- Thursday, December 5th from 6-8pm
- Thursday, December 12th from 9-10am (adults only, no children)
If you're interested in attending any of these Open Enrollment events, sign up here.
District News
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Constructed in 1953 as Baseline Junior High, the school later transitioned to Baseline Middle School and then New Vista High School. After serving the students of BVSD for 71 years, the building will be demolished in 2025 as a new building for New Vista High School is constructed. Former students, teachers, staff, and families are invited to an open house to share memories and say farewell to the building.
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In August, we introduced BVSD’s new attendance policy, which aims to encourage students to attend school and engage fully in their learning. This Fall, as BVSD schools implemented the new policy, they increased tracking and reporting around absences. Perhaps the most noticeable change was a new set of letters sent out to families when students are absent for a few days.
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Fall sports in BVSD are currently underway, and winter sports will begin soon. We want to take this opportunity to inform our families about BVSD’s Concussion Protocols. It’s important for parents to be aware of the signs and symptoms of concussions, especially after their child has experienced a fall, accident, or sports injury.
In Person Open Enrollment Nights:
- Wednesday, November 20th from 6-8pm
- Thursday, December 5th from 6-8pm
- Thursday, December 12th from 9-10am (adults only, no children)
If you're interested in attending any of these Open Enrollment events, sign up here.
