South Shelby Preschool and Kindergarten Screenings will be held in March and April. Call the Elementary office at 573-588-2181 to make sure your child is on the list. Age Requirements: Preschool-4 by August 1, 2026 and Kindergarten- 5 by August 1, 2026.
Senior Spotlight: Bella Gill
Parent's Name: Matt and Jen Gill
What are your plans for next year?
My plan is next year is to attend State Tech and get a degree in Agricultural Business.
What School Activities are you involved in?
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At school I am involved in FFA, FBLA, NHS, Student Council, Environmental Club, and Archery. I serve as the Recording Secretary for FFA and the Vice President for NHS.
What is your favorite High School Memory?
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My favorite High School memory is getting to be a water girl with my friends for the 2025 Football season.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
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The class I enjoyed the most was 4th Hour Ag Communications with Mrs. Parman. We got to plan and prepare a lot of fun events and have food parties quite often.
Who do you admire the most and why?
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The people I admire the most are my parents. I admire my Dad because he is always willing to help anybody that needs it. He is always so understanding and shows up for everything my sisters and I do. He is also one of my favorite archery coaches. I admire my Mom because she is the perfect example of what it is like to love everybody. She is one of the strongest people I know, and my sisters and I's biggest cheerleader. I strive to be like both of my parents one day, and I am so blessed to be their daughter.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
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The two teachers that influence me the most are both of my ag teachers, Mrs. Parman and Mr. Schmidt. While Mrs. Parman and I have only had one year together, she is truly one of the most inspiring people I know. She has taught me what it is like to be a real leader, and take charge when you feel it needs to be done. Mr. Schmidt has had to deal with me for quite some time, and he has taught me a lot during it. While he is good at teaching me about livestock and record books, he is also great at teaching me how to "build my character". Mr. Schmidt has taught me how to handle anything that comes my way, and handle it well. I am so grateful I got this time with both my my ag teachers.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
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The thing I will miss about South Shelby is the feeling of home. Whenever you walk into the building you instantly feel welcome. All of the teachers do an amazing job of making everybody feel like they belong here. South Shelby has been my home for my whole life, so I will definitely miss it.
Parent's Name: Matt and Jen Gill
What are your plans for next year?
My plan is next year is to attend State Tech and get a degree in Agricultural Business.
What School Activities are you involved in?
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At school I am involved in FFA, FBLA, NHS, Student Council, Environmental Club, and Archery. I serve as the Recording Secretary for FFA and the Vice President for NHS.
What is your favorite High School Memory?
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My favorite High School memory is getting to be a water girl with my friends for the 2025 Football season.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
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The class I enjoyed the most was 4th Hour Ag Communications with Mrs. Parman. We got to plan and prepare a lot of fun events and have food parties quite often.
Who do you admire the most and why?
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The people I admire the most are my parents. I admire my Dad because he is always willing to help anybody that needs it. He is always so understanding and shows up for everything my sisters and I do. He is also one of my favorite archery coaches. I admire my Mom because she is the perfect example of what it is like to love everybody. She is one of the strongest people I know, and my sisters and I's biggest cheerleader. I strive to be like both of my parents one day, and I am so blessed to be their daughter.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
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The two teachers that influence me the most are both of my ag teachers, Mrs. Parman and Mr. Schmidt. While Mrs. Parman and I have only had one year together, she is truly one of the most inspiring people I know. She has taught me what it is like to be a real leader, and take charge when you feel it needs to be done. Mr. Schmidt has had to deal with me for quite some time, and he has taught me a lot during it. While he is good at teaching me about livestock and record books, he is also great at teaching me how to "build my character". Mr. Schmidt has taught me how to handle anything that comes my way, and handle it well. I am so grateful I got this time with both my my ag teachers.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
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The thing I will miss about South Shelby is the feeling of home. Whenever you walk into the building you instantly feel welcome. All of the teachers do an amazing job of making everybody feel like they belong here. South Shelby has been my home for my whole life, so I will definitely miss it.
Cardinals fall to Van-Far tonight. They are back at it on Thursday Night at South Shelby vs. Louisiana.
Lady Birds win 46-35 over Van-Far.
JV Cardinals win 43-33 at Van-Far.
Child Development students researching different theorists who studied behaviors of children and their development.
Senior Spotlight: Lillie Broughton
Parent's Name:
John and Tricia Broughton
What are your plans for next year?
Attend Missouri State University and pursue a degree in nursing
What School Activities are you involved in?
FCCLA, FFA, STUCO, NHS, football cheer, FCA, class secretary
What is your favorite High School Memory?
Starting a Bible study in my home every Wednesday night for high school girls. I pick a theme every week and we make a meal together and study His word.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?*
Anatomy
Who do you admire the most and why?
Jesus. He has filled my high school years with so much joy and peace and I can't wait to see where he leads me in this next part of my life.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mr. Hillard. This year he has been someone I could talk to if I needed anything and was always willing to help whenever I asked.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
I will miss the familiarity of coming to school and knowing what to expect every day but leaving also makes me excited for the unexpected adventure ahead.
Parent's Name:
John and Tricia Broughton
What are your plans for next year?
Attend Missouri State University and pursue a degree in nursing
What School Activities are you involved in?
FCCLA, FFA, STUCO, NHS, football cheer, FCA, class secretary
What is your favorite High School Memory?
Starting a Bible study in my home every Wednesday night for high school girls. I pick a theme every week and we make a meal together and study His word.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?*
Anatomy
Who do you admire the most and why?
Jesus. He has filled my high school years with so much joy and peace and I can't wait to see where he leads me in this next part of my life.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mr. Hillard. This year he has been someone I could talk to if I needed anything and was always willing to help whenever I asked.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
I will miss the familiarity of coming to school and knowing what to expect every day but leaving also makes me excited for the unexpected adventure ahead.
JV Cardinals fall to Palmyra tonight. They are back at it tomorrow night at Van-Far.
JV Lady Birds over Palmyra tonight. 42-26.
South Shelby FCCLA hosted the Region 3 STAR Events Competition today! 14 schools, 78 volunteers, and over 100 students competed at today's event!
Great job Cheer!
Cardinals fall to Carrollton 69-55. They are back in action at Van-Far next week.
Lady Birds fall to Paris 59-39 at the Salisbury Tournament.
SSMS Winter Sports Awards Assembly
Textiles students practicing sewing straight seams.
Health students are helping Mr. Hillard with shredding pulled pork for STAR events.
Foods students created yummy beverages with the blender. They enjoyed pineapple/coconut smoothies and oreo cookie milk shakes.
A few SS Students showing off their skills they have attained at MACTEC.
South Shelby Sophomores toured MACTEC this morning.
LA II students learn about all of the symbolism in Lord of the Flies.
