Back to School 26-27 Information
Back to School Info and Dates

πŸŽ‰ Southside High Back-to-School Information πŸŽ‰πŸ“š

The start of a new school year is almost here! Be sure to mark your calendars with these important dates:

πŸ“… July 27 – Dual Enrollment Advisement Meeting β€’ Seniors: 8:30 AM β€’ Juniors: 10:00 AM β€’ Sophomores: 12:30 PM

πŸ“… July 28–29 – New Student Enrollment Days

Click here for document with all the details.

πŸ“… August 5 – Schedule Pick-Up, Locker & Parking Rental, Yearbook Pick-Up, and PTO Sign-Up β€’ Seniors: 10:00 AM β€’ Juniors: 1:00 PM

πŸ“… August 6 – Schedule Pick-Up, Locker & Parking Rental, Yearbook Pick-Up, and PTO Sign-Up β€’ Sophomores: 10:00 AM β€’ Freshmen: 1:00 PM

πŸ“… August 10 – Freshman/New Student Orientation πŸ•  5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

πŸŽ’ August 12 – First Day of School!

πŸ”’ Lockers are available at no charge. πŸš— Parking spots are $30 and require proof of insurance and a copy of the student driver's license.

We can’t wait to welcome our students back for another great year at Southside High! β€οΈπŸ–€ #BackToSchool #SouthsideHigh #TigerPride #NewSchoolYear #StudentSuccess

Alabama High School Graduation Requirements
Alabama High School Graduation Requirements

For information about graduation requirements for Alabama High School students, please click here.

2026 ECS Virtual Academy Information and Application
ECS Virtual Academy

πŸ“£ 2026 ECS Virtual Academy (ACCESS Virtual Learning) Application Reminder πŸ“£

It’s time to begin planning for the 2026 school year! If your student is interested in participating in the ECS Virtual Academy (ACCESS Virtual Learning), please be sure to complete the application process.

πŸ”Ή Important Reminder: Applicants must use their ECS Gmail account to access and submit the application link. πŸ”Ή Please review all highlighted updates to the guidelines carefully before submitting. πŸ”Ή Deadline: All applications must be submitted by July 1, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Don’t wait until the last minuteβ€”be sure to complete your application on time! If you have any questions, please contact your school for assistance.

Click here for ECS Virtual Academy Information.

Click here for ECS Virtual Academy Application

The Panther Press
The Panther Press

πŸ“°πŸΎ Hot off the press… The Panther Press! πŸΎπŸ“°

The latest edition of Southside High School’s newspaper, The Panther Press, is now available! πŸŽ‰

Our student journalists have been hard at work bringing you the latest updates, stories, and highlights from around campus and our community. Don’t miss this edition filled with Panther Pride!

πŸ‘‰ Check it out here: https://enewspaper.makemynewspaper.com/web-c91c2e61e66997/2025-11-20-panther-press-3

Great job to our Panther Press staff for their dedication and creativity in keeping our school informed and connected. β€οΈπŸ–€

Join the Science Club
Science Club Information

πŸ”¬ Join the Southside High Science Club!

Love science? Want to explore, learn, and connect with other curious minds? The Southside High Science Club meets monthly and hosts exciting Science CafΓ© nights in the LC at our Claws Out CafΓ©.

Each CafΓ© night features guest speakers who share their expertise, experiences, and passion for science.

πŸ“² How to Join:

Scan the QR code or click here to join our StudentSquare group. All information about monthly meetings, Science CafΓ© events, and other Science Club news will be shared in this group.

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Russell for more information. Jason_Russell@ecboe.org

Backpack Policy
Backpack Policy

Students are allowed to carry backpacks that are clear or mesh to classrooms. Any other backpack/bag must be stored in a locker that is assigned to the student. Students will not receive locker information until the first day of school in homeroom. They will have time to find their locker and store their belongings during homeroom.

First Priority Meets Every Wednesday
First Priority Wednesday Mornings at 7:15am

First Priority will meet on Wednesday mornings in the learning commons from 7:15 until 7:30. Bring a friend.

If you want to join this group, please click here to join the StudentSquare group. This group will be used to send out important information about the meetings.

Join PTO
Join PTO

We are excited about our Parent Teacher Organization for the year of 2024-2025! Plan now to join PTO this year and getting involved in what is going on at Southside High. There is no better way to stay connected and involved in your students education than to be actively involved at their school.

Our PTO Presidents this year are Mrs. Tracie Griggs and Angie Davenport

Please click here for more detailed information about how to join our PTO and to see some of the plans for this year.

To purchase a Southside Strong T-shirt click here to place your order. All orders must be received and paid for no later than Friday, August 23rd. There are two options for payment:

1 - Cash/Check made to Southside High in an envelope or ziplock marked "Your Name/PTO Shirts" turned in to the front office of the school.

2 - GoFan (CC/Debit) click here for direct link for payment of t-shirt.

Stay Connected!
Stay connected

Stay connected to our PTO!

Text the message @shspto23 to the number 81010 and then go join our PTO FB Group "Southside High PTO".