1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest Winners
Winners of the 1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest were announced last week!
Big Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Wicked — submitted by the Theatre Department (Graci Gossage, Madi Hooks, and Kelsi Metzger)
🥈 2nd Place | Clown — submitted by Izabel Harp
🥉 Honorable Mention | Poison Apple — submitted by Johnathan Rogers
Small Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Piñata — submitted by Aimee Stalbaum
🥈 2nd Place | Pumpkin King — submitted by Austin Parades
🥉 Honorable Mention | Veggie Tales — submitted by Braxton Derby and Aidan Morgan
Special thanks to McCoy Tygart for providing the bag of candy and treats presented to Aimee Stalbaum.
We’d also like to thank our judges — Jan Caldwell, SSD School Board Member, and Dr. Leann Pinkerton, SSD Technology Director — for lending their time and expertise.
In addition to participating in the contest, our students also donated new socks for the sock drive hosted by Pinnacle Pointe Therapy.
Winners of the 1st Annual SHS Pumpkin Decorating Contest were announced last week!
Big Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Wicked — submitted by the Theatre Department (Graci Gossage, Madi Hooks, and Kelsi Metzger)
🥈 2nd Place | Clown — submitted by Izabel Harp
🥉 Honorable Mention | Poison Apple — submitted by Johnathan Rogers
Small Pumpkin Category:
🥇 1st Place | Piñata — submitted by Aimee Stalbaum
🥈 2nd Place | Pumpkin King — submitted by Austin Parades
🥉 Honorable Mention | Veggie Tales — submitted by Braxton Derby and Aidan Morgan
Special thanks to McCoy Tygart for providing the bag of candy and treats presented to Aimee Stalbaum.
We’d also like to thank our judges — Jan Caldwell, SSD School Board Member, and Dr. Leann Pinkerton, SSD Technology Director — for lending their time and expertise.
In addition to participating in the contest, our students also donated new socks for the sock drive hosted by Pinnacle Pointe Therapy.
🎶💛💙 SHS Band Earns Superior Rating! 💙💛🎶
Congratulations to the Sheridan High School Band on an outstanding performance at the State Concert Assessment!
All three judges awarded the band top ratings, earning a Superior, First Division Rating. With a composite score of 87.5, the band placed 6th among 6A schools—a tremendous accomplishment!
We are incredibly proud of our students and their dedication, discipline, and musical excellence.
A special thank you to our directors—Gregg Scott, Grant Smith, Kelly Wolfe, and Rachel Loretz—for their leadership and commitment to this program.
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to the Sheridan High School Band on an outstanding performance at the State Concert Assessment!
All three judges awarded the band top ratings, earning a Superior, First Division Rating. With a composite score of 87.5, the band placed 6th among 6A schools—a tremendous accomplishment!
We are incredibly proud of our students and their dedication, discipline, and musical excellence.
A special thank you to our directors—Gregg Scott, Grant Smith, Kelly Wolfe, and Rachel Loretz—for their leadership and commitment to this program.
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
🎶 Double the Excellence at State! 🎶
Huge congratulations to our SHS Chamber Choir and Treble Choir for their incredible performances at the State Festival!
Both ensembles brought their "A-game" to the stage, earning Excellent Ratings across the board. More importantly, both groups delivered what was arguably their best, most heartfelt performances of the entire year.
A massive shout-out to our Director, Jeremy Wayne, for his leadership, vision, and dedication to these students. The hard work, late rehearsals, and passion truly paid off under the bright lights!
We are so proud of these talented vocalists for representing SHS with such grace and artistry.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Huge congratulations to our SHS Chamber Choir and Treble Choir for their incredible performances at the State Festival!
Both ensembles brought their "A-game" to the stage, earning Excellent Ratings across the board. More importantly, both groups delivered what was arguably their best, most heartfelt performances of the entire year.
A massive shout-out to our Director, Jeremy Wayne, for his leadership, vision, and dedication to these students. The hard work, late rehearsals, and passion truly paid off under the bright lights!
We are so proud of these talented vocalists for representing SHS with such grace and artistry.
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
On Friday, April 10, the SHS Visual Arts program took 55 students to compete in the annual Arkansas Young Artist Association Art Competition in Hot Springs. With more than 1,300 students from across the state in attendance, Sheridan High School brought home nine awards:
Eavan Gwinn- Honorable Mention (Watercolor-Expressive)
Brooke Hollinger- 2nd Place (Pen and Ink-Abstract)
Audrey McFarlin- 1st Place (Marker-All Types)
Ghia Raynor- 1st Place (Colored Pencil-Abstract)
Zoey Schweitzer- 1st Place (First Year-All Dry Media)
Mayce Crouse- 4th Place (Ceramics Non-Functional)
Allison Moyer- 1st Place (Fiber Arts-Realistic)
Reagan Russell- 2nd Place (Watercolor-Expressive)
Isaac Chapin- 2nd Place (Mixed Media 2D-Realistic)
We are so proud of our students! Go Jackets!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Eavan Gwinn- Honorable Mention (Watercolor-Expressive)
Brooke Hollinger- 2nd Place (Pen and Ink-Abstract)
Audrey McFarlin- 1st Place (Marker-All Types)
Ghia Raynor- 1st Place (Colored Pencil-Abstract)
Zoey Schweitzer- 1st Place (First Year-All Dry Media)
Mayce Crouse- 4th Place (Ceramics Non-Functional)
Allison Moyer- 1st Place (Fiber Arts-Realistic)
Reagan Russell- 2nd Place (Watercolor-Expressive)
Isaac Chapin- 2nd Place (Mixed Media 2D-Realistic)
We are so proud of our students! Go Jackets!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this production presented through a collaborative effort of the SHS Fine Arts Departments!
📚💛💙 Happy National Librarian Day! 💙💛📚
SHS celebrates Mrs. Amber Forbush, our incredible librarian!
Mrs. Forbush’s dedication to SHS goes far beyond the library. She creates a welcoming space for students, supports learning across all content areas, and helps foster a love of reading and curiosity in our school community.
Her impact is felt daily through the relationships she builds, the resources she provides, and the support she gives to both students and staff.
Thank you, Mrs. Forbush, for all that you do to make SHS a better place!
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
SHS celebrates Mrs. Amber Forbush, our incredible librarian!
Mrs. Forbush’s dedication to SHS goes far beyond the library. She creates a welcoming space for students, supports learning across all content areas, and helps foster a love of reading and curiosity in our school community.
Her impact is felt daily through the relationships she builds, the resources she provides, and the support she gives to both students and staff.
Thank you, Mrs. Forbush, for all that you do to make SHS a better place!
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
💛💙 SHS FCCLA Shines at State Conference! 💙💛
SHS FCCLA members attended and competed at the State Conference and STAR Events on April 8–9, and we couldn’t be more proud of their accomplishments!
👏 Leadership Highlights
Emma Adams, Region VP of Public Relations, helped induct the new 2026–27 Region 4 officers. We are excited to celebrate two of our own:
Aubrey Ottens – VP of Community Service
Annslee Young – VP of Public Relations
⭐ Program Recognition
Sheridan High School was named a Gold Star Chapter, and advisor Lindsay Rich was recognized for her years of service and dedication to students.
🇺🇸 National Qualifiers
Congratulations to William Cowart, Aiden Shannon, and Aubrey Ottens, who have qualified to compete at Nationals in Washington, D.C. this summer!
🏅 Competition Results
Baking & Pastry
Aubrey Ottens – Silver
Mallory Weeks – Silver
Jacy Stalbaum – Bronze
Culinary Arts
William Cowart – Silver
Aiden Shannon – Silver
Kennedy Williams – Silver
Event Management
Chanley Paty & Olivia Vaughan – Bronze
Focus on Children
Braylon Litzsey, Ashton Dougan, & Annslee Young – Bronze
Job Interview
Emma Adams – Silver
We are incredibly proud of these students for their hard work, leadership, and representation of SHS at the state level. The future is bright!
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
SHS FCCLA members attended and competed at the State Conference and STAR Events on April 8–9, and we couldn’t be more proud of their accomplishments!
👏 Leadership Highlights
Emma Adams, Region VP of Public Relations, helped induct the new 2026–27 Region 4 officers. We are excited to celebrate two of our own:
Aubrey Ottens – VP of Community Service
Annslee Young – VP of Public Relations
⭐ Program Recognition
Sheridan High School was named a Gold Star Chapter, and advisor Lindsay Rich was recognized for her years of service and dedication to students.
🇺🇸 National Qualifiers
Congratulations to William Cowart, Aiden Shannon, and Aubrey Ottens, who have qualified to compete at Nationals in Washington, D.C. this summer!
🏅 Competition Results
Baking & Pastry
Aubrey Ottens – Silver
Mallory Weeks – Silver
Jacy Stalbaum – Bronze
Culinary Arts
William Cowart – Silver
Aiden Shannon – Silver
Kennedy Williams – Silver
Event Management
Chanley Paty & Olivia Vaughan – Bronze
Focus on Children
Braylon Litzsey, Ashton Dougan, & Annslee Young – Bronze
Job Interview
Emma Adams – Silver
We are incredibly proud of these students for their hard work, leadership, and representation of SHS at the state level. The future is bright!
Go Jackets! 🐝💛💙
SHS SWARMed the track! 🐝💛💙
Shoutout to our JROTC, Cheer, Intro to Education students, teachers, volunteers, and SSD Board Member Jan Caldwell for showing up BIG at the Area 9 Special Olympics Track & Field event at White Hall High School!
Your support, energy, and heart made a difference. We are proud to be part of a school community that ensures ALL Yellowjackets are seen, supported, and celebrated!
Shoutout to our JROTC, Cheer, Intro to Education students, teachers, volunteers, and SSD Board Member Jan Caldwell for showing up BIG at the Area 9 Special Olympics Track & Field event at White Hall High School!
Your support, energy, and heart made a difference. We are proud to be part of a school community that ensures ALL Yellowjackets are seen, supported, and celebrated!
Students from SHS FBLA attended the State Leadership Conference this week. During the conference, students competed in events, participated in workshops, and attended sessions focused on various areas of business and leadership.
They represented SHS with professionalism, confidence, and a strong commitment to excellence 👏✨.
The following students placed in the top ten in the state for their respective events 🏆:
• Harper Gillis – Insurance & Risk Management – 8th place 🎖️
• Carley Hancock – Personal Finance – 8th place 🎖️
• Abby Graves – Retail Management – 6th place 🎖️
Congratulations to these students on their outstanding achievements!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
They represented SHS with professionalism, confidence, and a strong commitment to excellence 👏✨.
The following students placed in the top ten in the state for their respective events 🏆:
• Harper Gillis – Insurance & Risk Management – 8th place 🎖️
• Carley Hancock – Personal Finance – 8th place 🎖️
• Abby Graves – Retail Management – 6th place 🎖️
Congratulations to these students on their outstanding achievements!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Sheridan High School Drum Majors and Color Guard!
We are proud to recognize these talented students who will lead and represent our band program in the upcoming school year. Your hard work, dedication, and passion have earned you this opportunity, and we can’t wait to see you shine!
Go Jackets! Go Band! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
2026 Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge Results
The Grant County 4-H and SHS SeaPerch teams delivered another outstanding performance at this year’s Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge! We are incredibly proud of their hard work and success.
🔹 Senior Stock Division
Technical Design
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 Riptide Runners
Presentations
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
Obstacle Course
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
Mission Course
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 (3-way tie) Riptide Runners, 3 Dudes and a Robot
Overall Results
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
🥉 Riptide Runners
🔹 Open Division
🥇 Aquanauts dominated the competition, earning 1st place in:
• Technical Design
• Presentations
• Obstacle Course
• Mission Course
• Overall
🌎 International Qualifiers
Congratulations to the following teams advancing to international competition:
• Deep Water Vanguard
• 3 Dudes and a Robot
• Aquanauts
A special thank you to Mrs. Serena McGinley and Mrs. Tina Melton for their leadership and commitment to this program, and to the Sheridan School District for their continued support. 🌊🤖
The Grant County 4-H and SHS SeaPerch teams delivered another outstanding performance at this year’s Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge! We are incredibly proud of their hard work and success.
🔹 Senior Stock Division
Technical Design
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 Riptide Runners
Presentations
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
Obstacle Course
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
Mission Course
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 (3-way tie) Riptide Runners, 3 Dudes and a Robot
Overall Results
🥇 Deep Water Vanguard
🥈 3 Dudes and a Robot
🥉 Riptide Runners
🔹 Open Division
🥇 Aquanauts dominated the competition, earning 1st place in:
• Technical Design
• Presentations
• Obstacle Course
• Mission Course
• Overall
🌎 International Qualifiers
Congratulations to the following teams advancing to international competition:
• Deep Water Vanguard
• 3 Dudes and a Robot
• Aquanauts
A special thank you to Mrs. Serena McGinley and Mrs. Tina Melton for their leadership and commitment to this program, and to the Sheridan School District for their continued support. 🌊🤖
Students in the EAST program, led by Coach Zack Kelley, recently showcased their work at the annual EAST Conference held at the Hot Springs Convention Center. SHS proudly highlighted several student projects through their presentation, Sheridan High School Arcade.
This event gave our students the opportunity to share their work, collaborate, and connect with peers and teams from across Arkansas.
Junior Carter Lowery was recognized as a Difference Maker at the EAST Conference!
The Difference Maker Award is a prestigious honor given to students—and occasionally facilitators—who exemplify the mission of the EAST Initiative by using technology and project-based learning to make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Out of 240 schools in attendance, Carter was one of just 150 students recognized for this outstanding achievement.
Go Jackets! #YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
SHS Quiz Bowl Success!
Sheridan High School Quiz Bowl teams competed at the ARESC Quiz Bowl Tournament and delivered an outstanding performance!
🥈 2nd Place Finish
🏅 4th Place Finish
SHS was the only school to bring home TWO trophies—an incredible accomplishment!
We are proud of our students for their knowledge, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Way to represent SHS! 💛💙
#YellowjacketPride #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Sheridan High School Quiz Bowl teams competed at the ARESC Quiz Bowl Tournament and delivered an outstanding performance!
🥈 2nd Place Finish
🏅 4th Place Finish
SHS was the only school to bring home TWO trophies—an incredible accomplishment!
We are proud of our students for their knowledge, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Way to represent SHS! 💛💙
#YellowjacketPride #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
SHS would like to congratulate our Lady Jackets on their success during basketball season! Go Jackets!
February was a BIG month for SHS Choir!
On February 26, our SHS Treble and Chamber Choirs performed at the Region 3 CPA at Lakeside High School. Both groups delivered outstanding performances!
✨ Treble Choir – Excellent Rating
✨ Chamber Choir – Superior Rating
Both choirs have qualified to compete at the State Festival at UCA on April 16—congratulations!
On February 28, 12 SHS choir students competed in the Region 3 Solo & Ensemble Contest—the program’s first time participating in several years!
9 students earned Superior ratings and qualified for State (April 18 in Conway). The students are:
Jenna Grundmann, Violet Tripp, Aden Bartlett, Carter Lowery, George Lachowsky, Allie Smith, Brynlee Guy, Brianna Rasdon, and Joshua Darbonne
3 students earned Excellent ratings. The students are:
Liberty Washausen, Kaylin Witty, and Maia Taylor
We are proud of the growth, dedication, and talent of our SHS Choir students. Under the direction of Jeremy Wayne, the program continues to build a strong, inclusive community while striving for excellence in music.
🎶 Go Jackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
On February 26, our SHS Treble and Chamber Choirs performed at the Region 3 CPA at Lakeside High School. Both groups delivered outstanding performances!
✨ Treble Choir – Excellent Rating
✨ Chamber Choir – Superior Rating
Both choirs have qualified to compete at the State Festival at UCA on April 16—congratulations!
On February 28, 12 SHS choir students competed in the Region 3 Solo & Ensemble Contest—the program’s first time participating in several years!
9 students earned Superior ratings and qualified for State (April 18 in Conway). The students are:
Jenna Grundmann, Violet Tripp, Aden Bartlett, Carter Lowery, George Lachowsky, Allie Smith, Brynlee Guy, Brianna Rasdon, and Joshua Darbonne
3 students earned Excellent ratings. The students are:
Liberty Washausen, Kaylin Witty, and Maia Taylor
We are proud of the growth, dedication, and talent of our SHS Choir students. Under the direction of Jeremy Wayne, the program continues to build a strong, inclusive community while striving for excellence in music.
🎶 Go Jackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
💛 SHS PTO is the very best! 💛
Yesterday, our teachers were treated to a biscuit bar, complete with delicious biscuits, gravy, and homemade jellies. As an extra special treat, teachers also enjoyed gourmet coffee—hot or cold!
At SHS, we are truly blessed—and we know it!
A huge thank you to our PTO and parent volunteers who made this possible for our hardworking teachers. We appreciate you! 💙
Yesterday, our teachers were treated to a biscuit bar, complete with delicious biscuits, gravy, and homemade jellies. As an extra special treat, teachers also enjoyed gourmet coffee—hot or cold!
At SHS, we are truly blessed—and we know it!
A huge thank you to our PTO and parent volunteers who made this possible for our hardworking teachers. We appreciate you! 💙
💛🎓 What a great day to be a Yellowjacket! 🎓💛
Jostens was on campus yesterday, bringing exciting milestones for our students!
Juniors received their class rings! Seniors received their cap and gowns along with their graduation announcements
The journey to graduation is becoming more real each day—we are proud of our students and all they have accomplished!
Go Jackets! 💛💙
Jostens was on campus yesterday, bringing exciting milestones for our students!
Juniors received their class rings! Seniors received their cap and gowns along with their graduation announcements
The journey to graduation is becoming more real each day—we are proud of our students and all they have accomplished!
Go Jackets! 💛💙
SHS students earn praise points for exhibiting SWARM behaviors. These behaviors represent the traits of a Yellowjacket: Successful, Working Hard, Accountable, Respectful, and Mindful.
This month, students were able to trade their praise points for donuts! A special thanks to our Behavior Team for organizing the event and SHS PTO for supplying the donuts! Way to SWARM!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
This month, students were able to trade their praise points for donuts! A special thanks to our Behavior Team for organizing the event and SHS PTO for supplying the donuts! Way to SWARM!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Sheridan JROTC Shines at State Archery Tournament!
Sheridan JROTC had a great day at the Arkansas JROTC State Archery Tournament, where our Coed Archery Team placed 3rd in the state!
Team members included:
Hunter Childers
Alyssa May
Alexander Wimsett
Spencer May
We are very proud of these cadets for representing Sheridan JROTC and Sheridan High School so well. Great job!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Sheridan JROTC had a great day at the Arkansas JROTC State Archery Tournament, where our Coed Archery Team placed 3rd in the state!
Team members included:
Hunter Childers
Alyssa May
Alexander Wimsett
Spencer May
We are very proud of these cadets for representing Sheridan JROTC and Sheridan High School so well. Great job!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
🏆 Lady Jackets Win the 2026 Josh Bjorgum Memorial Tournament! 🏆
The Lady Jackets had an outstanding showing, finishing the tournament undefeated:
Lady Jackets 7 – Dover 0
Lady Jackets 7 – Hector 0
Lady Jackets 7 – Elkins 0
Lady Jackets 4 – Lamar 1
Congratulations to our Lady Jackets on a fantastic tournament performance! 💛💙
Way to go, Jackets!
