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.
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!
🎉 SHS FCCLA Students Shine at State Competition! 🎉
Six SHS students traveled to Brightwater Culinary School in Bentonville, Arkansas, to compete in the FCCLA State Culinary and Baking Competition. Representing Sheridan High School were Will Cowart, Aiden Shannon, Kennedy Williams, Jacy Stalbaum, Mallory Weeks, and Aubrey Ottens.
We are proud to recognize two outstanding achievements:
🥈 Aiden Shannon – 2nd Place in Culinary
🥈 Aubrey Ottens – 2nd Place in Baking and Pastry
Because of their success, Aiden and Aubrey have been invited to compete at the FCCLA National Competition this summer in Washington, D.C.
We are incredibly proud of all six students for representing SHS with hard work, talent, and dedication.
Way to go, Jackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Six SHS students traveled to Brightwater Culinary School in Bentonville, Arkansas, to compete in the FCCLA State Culinary and Baking Competition. Representing Sheridan High School were Will Cowart, Aiden Shannon, Kennedy Williams, Jacy Stalbaum, Mallory Weeks, and Aubrey Ottens.
We are proud to recognize two outstanding achievements:
🥈 Aiden Shannon – 2nd Place in Culinary
🥈 Aubrey Ottens – 2nd Place in Baking and Pastry
Because of their success, Aiden and Aubrey have been invited to compete at the FCCLA National Competition this summer in Washington, D.C.
We are incredibly proud of all six students for representing SHS with hard work, talent, and dedication.
Way to go, Jackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Our SHS High School Band earned Superior ratings in marching, concert, and sight reading at the regional assessment. With Superior ratings in all three categories, they have earned the prestigious Sweepstakes Award!
Congratulations to our talented musicians and directors for their hard work and dedication. We are proud of the way you represent Sheridan High School 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to our talented musicians and directors for their hard work and dedication. We are proud of the way you represent Sheridan High School 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Congratulations to the Sheridan Jackettes and Sheridan Jr. Jackettes Dance Teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💛💙
The SHS Freshmen Band, conducted by Mr. Grant Smith, had a great performance at the Region 3 Concert and Sight Reading Assessment in White Hall on Wednesday afternoon.
They received a Superior rating on stage and a Superior rating in sight reading, earning Sweepstakes honors—the highest recognition a band can receive. 🎶
Go Jackets! Way to SWARM!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
They received a Superior rating on stage and a Superior rating in sight reading, earning Sweepstakes honors—the highest recognition a band can receive. 🎶
Go Jackets! Way to SWARM!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
This past weekend, Mrs. Rich accompanied six SHS Student Council members to the Arkansas Student Council State Conference in Harrison, AR.
We are proud to share that our very own Sam Bennett placed 1st in the Impromptu Speaking competition!
Congratulations, Sam, and great job representing Sheridan High School! 💛💙
We are proud to share that our very own Sam Bennett placed 1st in the Impromptu Speaking competition!
Congratulations, Sam, and great job representing Sheridan High School! 💛💙
SHS JAG students attended the Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day at Pulaski Tech in North Little Rock, where they had the opportunity to network with trade companies and training providers while exploring future career opportunities.
Introduction to Healthcare students in Mrs. Evans’s Level 1 CTE classes participated in a simulated mass casualty event, where they practiced thinking quickly, providing care, and completing patient injury assessments.
A special thank you to Ms. Moen and the SHS Theatre Department for providing the “victims” and creating realistic makeup effects that helped bring the simulation to life.
What a great hands-on learning experience for our future healthcare professionals! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
A special thank you to Ms. Moen and the SHS Theatre Department for providing the “victims” and creating realistic makeup effects that helped bring the simulation to life.
What a great hands-on learning experience for our future healthcare professionals! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
SHS FFA’s Vet Science and Wildlife teams wrapped up their CDE preseason with one final trip to the Ward L. (Mr. Jack) Warnock Conservation Contest in Camden.
Individual Results:
Dax McMellon – 2nd High Individual, Wildlife
Madi Carter – 5th High Individual, Vet Science
Ashlyn Graves – 8th High Individual, Vet Science
Ben Wilson – 10th High Individual, Wildlife
A special thank you to our Ag instructors, Taylor Donnelly and Anna Smith, who are always willing to travel with our students across the state—and even across the nation—to provide these incredible opportunities.
We are proud of our Yellowjackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
Individual Results:
Dax McMellon – 2nd High Individual, Wildlife
Madi Carter – 5th High Individual, Vet Science
Ashlyn Graves – 8th High Individual, Vet Science
Ben Wilson – 10th High Individual, Wildlife
A special thank you to our Ag instructors, Taylor Donnelly and Anna Smith, who are always willing to travel with our students across the state—and even across the nation—to provide these incredible opportunities.
We are proud of our Yellowjackets! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
SHS Band had a great performance and clinic experience at the SAU Jazz Festival! 🎶
Our students represented Sheridan High School well while continuing to grow as musicians. We are proud of their hard work and dedication! 💛💙
Congratulations to the students who received an Outstanding Musicians Award.
Go Jackets! #YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #eliteops
Our students represented Sheridan High School well while continuing to grow as musicians. We are proud of their hard work and dedication! 💛💙
Congratulations to the students who received an Outstanding Musicians Award.
Go Jackets! #YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #eliteops
Mrs. Norris and Ms. Kimbrell recently took several SHS students to tour the Easter Seals campuses. The Easter Seals Center for Training & Wellness is a day program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities where participants can build friendships, learn new skills, obtain employment, and lead full, active lives. This was a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about options and resources available after high school! 💛💙
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
