SSMS Winter Formal 2026
Senior Spotlight: Edna Sizemore
Parent's Name:*
Mark and Jessie Sizemore
What are your plans for next year?*
I always wanted to be a stay at home mom but i´d like to use my CDA to work with kids.
What is your favorite High School Memory?*
I loved reading Anne Frank in Mrs. Wilcox´ and walking with my daughter for the grand march.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?*
I think I enjoyed my Language arts classes the most.
Who do you admire the most and why?*
My parents for pushing me to finish school after having a baby.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
My bus driver Michael Poore. He was so encouraging. He always told the best stories and got me and my daughter a gift when she was born.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
I´ll miss a handful of my teachers.
Parent's Name:*
Mark and Jessie Sizemore
What are your plans for next year?*
I always wanted to be a stay at home mom but i´d like to use my CDA to work with kids.
What is your favorite High School Memory?*
I loved reading Anne Frank in Mrs. Wilcox´ and walking with my daughter for the grand march.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?*
I think I enjoyed my Language arts classes the most.
Who do you admire the most and why?*
My parents for pushing me to finish school after having a baby.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
My bus driver Michael Poore. He was so encouraging. He always told the best stories and got me and my daughter a gift when she was born.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
I´ll miss a handful of my teachers.
JV Cardinals fall to Monroe City tonight.
JV Lady Birds win over Monroe City 27-20.
Reminder- South Shelby Senior Night will be held on February 10th between games.
Courtwarming is Next Week. Please see the High School dress up days, and dance information. High School students will have free admission to the game.
We would like to congratulate Kole Lanpher on his historic performance last night vs Knox County at the North Shelby Tournament. Kole tied the all time state record for 3pt percentage, going 7 for 7 from beyond the arch to help his team to victory. CONGRATS KOLE!
Senior Spotlight: Timothy White
Parent's Name:
Ron & Jackie White
What are your plans for next year?
Go into the workforce and start saving as much money as I can.
What School Activities are you involved in?
FFA & Trapshooting.
What is your favorite High School Memory?
Going to districts in Trapshooting my senior year, and the ride to & from West Quincy.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
Ag Metals with Mr. Schmidt, because a lot of my friends were in that class it's always fun when Mr. Schmidt's around, plus we get to listen to good music in the shop.
Who do you admire the most and why?
My dad, because he has had such a big impact on my life and is one of the hardest working and funniest people I know, and he has taught me so much throughout my life and really strengthened my faith.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mr. Schmidt, because he has helped me get out of my comfort zone and encouraged me in keeping a good work ethic.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
Being around my friends almost everyday and getting to talk to them in person.
Parent's Name:
Ron & Jackie White
What are your plans for next year?
Go into the workforce and start saving as much money as I can.
What School Activities are you involved in?
FFA & Trapshooting.
What is your favorite High School Memory?
Going to districts in Trapshooting my senior year, and the ride to & from West Quincy.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
Ag Metals with Mr. Schmidt, because a lot of my friends were in that class it's always fun when Mr. Schmidt's around, plus we get to listen to good music in the shop.
Who do you admire the most and why?
My dad, because he has had such a big impact on my life and is one of the hardest working and funniest people I know, and he has taught me so much throughout my life and really strengthened my faith.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mr. Schmidt, because he has helped me get out of my comfort zone and encouraged me in keeping a good work ethic.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
Being around my friends almost everyday and getting to talk to them in person.
South Shelby earns a hard fought win over Knox County 62-59.
Lady Birds win 49-14 over Schuyler County.
Senior Spotlight: KaiLee Hatter
Parent's Name:
Sarah Stanfield
What are your plans for next year?
Going to college for Early Childhood
What is your favorite High School Memory?
When Mrs. Collins started calling me Mad Hatter
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
Chemistry
Who do you admire the most and why?
My Mom because shes my biggest supporter and goes above and beyond
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mrs. Winkler because she's always there for you and pushes you to be the best version of yourself
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
The memories and Mrs. Collins writing Mad Hatter on every single note to class
Parent's Name:
Sarah Stanfield
What are your plans for next year?
Going to college for Early Childhood
What is your favorite High School Memory?
When Mrs. Collins started calling me Mad Hatter
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
Chemistry
Who do you admire the most and why?
My Mom because shes my biggest supporter and goes above and beyond
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
Mrs. Winkler because she's always there for you and pushes you to be the best version of yourself
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
The memories and Mrs. Collins writing Mad Hatter on every single note to class
Junior class making cinnamon rolls for a fund raiser. A special thanks to Ginger Wood (GMA) for donating her time and talents.
Lady Birds fall to QND 60-30. They are back in action Monday Night at the North Shelby Tournament.
JV Lady Birds fall to QND tonight.
These 4th graders got 100% on their spelling this week!
Way to go!
Passing lessons!
Reviewing the phases of the moon in 6th grade science.
Hannah Gaines
Parent's Name:
Aaron and Selena Gaines
What are your plans for next year?
My plan for next year is to attend Mizzou in Columbia, MO and major in Graphic Design
What School Activities are you involved in?
I am involved in NHS, Student Council, FBLA, Environmental Club, Basketball, Golf and I serve as the Treasurer for the Class of 2026
What is your favorite High School Memory?
My favorite High School Memory is being a part of 3 Basketball District Championships and spending time with each of my teammates.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
The class I enjoy the most in High School is Yearbook. I love being able to take pictures of different events and then coming up with different designs/ideas. I also enjoy when Coach O brings us drinks from the Merc and our class does anything but work on the yearbook.
Who do you admire the most and why?
The person I admire the most is my Mom. She is the most selfless and caring person I know and she always puts other people before herself. She is always there when I need her and I know she will drop everything to be there for my sister and I. She is my biggest supporter and I know she will cheer me on in every stage of my life and I will forever be grateful to have such a great mom.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
The teacher that has had the biggest influence on me is Coach O. Not only is he my teacher but he has also been my Basketball and Track Coach for the past 4 years. He devotes all of his time to his students and players and I know he truly cares for each and every one of them and will do everything in his power to help us reach our full potential. If I need advice or someone to talk to I always know Coach O will be there and help me through tough decisions. He has taught me great life lessons and I know he will support me even after I graduate.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
One thing that I will miss about South Shelby is spending every day with my friends and classmates. I will also miss all of my teammates and playing High School sports.
Parent's Name:
Aaron and Selena Gaines
What are your plans for next year?
My plan for next year is to attend Mizzou in Columbia, MO and major in Graphic Design
What School Activities are you involved in?
I am involved in NHS, Student Council, FBLA, Environmental Club, Basketball, Golf and I serve as the Treasurer for the Class of 2026
What is your favorite High School Memory?
My favorite High School Memory is being a part of 3 Basketball District Championships and spending time with each of my teammates.
What class in High School do you/did you enjoy the most?
The class I enjoy the most in High School is Yearbook. I love being able to take pictures of different events and then coming up with different designs/ideas. I also enjoy when Coach O brings us drinks from the Merc and our class does anything but work on the yearbook.
Who do you admire the most and why?
The person I admire the most is my Mom. She is the most selfless and caring person I know and she always puts other people before herself. She is always there when I need her and I know she will drop everything to be there for my sister and I. She is my biggest supporter and I know she will cheer me on in every stage of my life and I will forever be grateful to have such a great mom.
What teacher had the biggest influence on you and why?
The teacher that has had the biggest influence on me is Coach O. Not only is he my teacher but he has also been my Basketball and Track Coach for the past 4 years. He devotes all of his time to his students and players and I know he truly cares for each and every one of them and will do everything in his power to help us reach our full potential. If I need advice or someone to talk to I always know Coach O will be there and help me through tough decisions. He has taught me great life lessons and I know he will support me even after I graduate.
What is the one thing you will miss most about South Shelby?
One thing that I will miss about South Shelby is spending every day with my friends and classmates. I will also miss all of my teammates and playing High School sports.
Cardinals fall to Louisiana 65-53.
