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.
🏆 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
SHS students, guided by their instructor, Mrs. Tiffany Evans, are learning valuable CPR skills in their Level 1 Intro to Health Care course. This marks the first year the course has been offered at SHS.
The 2026–2027 school year will be an exciting one as we expand our offerings to include Level 2 classes. Eventually, students will have the opportunity to complete the full Sports Medicine pathway at SHS.
Elite opportunities. Exceptional experiences. This is what SHS has to offer!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
The 2026–2027 school year will be an exciting one as we expand our offerings to include Level 2 classes. Eventually, students will have the opportunity to complete the full Sports Medicine pathway at SHS.
Elite opportunities. Exceptional experiences. This is what SHS has to offer!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay
SHS student, Lillian Baker, has been named the Arkansas State Champion for the Poetry Out Loud Competition! She has been invited to compete at the National Finals in Washington, D.C., this April.
We are incredibly proud of her hard work, talent, and dedication. Way to represent SHS with excellence!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
We are incredibly proud of her hard work, talent, and dedication. Way to represent SHS with excellence!
#YJNation #ExcellenceEveryDay #EliteOps
This year at the HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Spring Leadership Conference, 10 SHS students attended and competed in a variety of events.
On Monday, each member competed in their designated category and attended a breakout session of their choice. Sheridan’s voting delegates, Cheyenne James and Olivia Vaughan, participated in the roundtable session where candidates answered questions, delivered speeches, and campaigned for positions. Afterward, delegates voted to select six new individuals to serve on the Arkansas HOSA State Officer Team.
On Tuesday, we returned to learn the results of the competitions and elections.
We are proud to recognize the following accomplishments:
Averi Sledge – 2nd Place, Surgical Technology
Dani Johnson – 2nd Place, Occupational Therapy
We are incredibly proud of our HOSA members and the hard work they invested in preparing for their events. Their dedication and professionalism represent SHS well! Go Jackets!
#Excellence #Everyday #EliteOps
Congratulations to SHS Senior Aden Bartlett who recently represented SHS at the Arkansas Choral Directors Association (ArkCDA) All-State Choir Festival, held February 19–21 in Hot Springs.
His journey began in October, when he competed against more than 5,300 students statewide to earn a spot in the All-Region Choir. Following a standout performance at the Region 3 clinic in November, Aden’s high ranking qualified him to audition for the All-State choir. Out of thousands of initial applicants, he was one of only 360 students selected—a prestigious honor representing the finest choral voices in Arkansas.
After two days of intensive rehearsals with the Tenor/Bass All-State Choir, Aden performed in a final concert on Saturday that earned multiple standing ovations.
Pictured: Aden Bartlett with SHS Choir Director Jeremy Wayne.
His journey began in October, when he competed against more than 5,300 students statewide to earn a spot in the All-Region Choir. Following a standout performance at the Region 3 clinic in November, Aden’s high ranking qualified him to audition for the All-State choir. Out of thousands of initial applicants, he was one of only 360 students selected—a prestigious honor representing the finest choral voices in Arkansas.
After two days of intensive rehearsals with the Tenor/Bass All-State Choir, Aden performed in a final concert on Saturday that earned multiple standing ovations.
Pictured: Aden Bartlett with SHS Choir Director Jeremy Wayne.
Spreading the Love at SHS!
Our SHS National Honor Society students hosted a special Valentine’s Day celebration for students who receive special education services, and it was an event full of joy, laughter, and connection!
From games and treats to thoughtful decorations and smiles all around, our NHS students demonstrated leadership, compassion, and service in action. They truly embodied what it means to serve others and build an inclusive school community.
We are so proud of these students for creating a celebration where everyone felt seen, valued, and loved. 💛
That’s the Yellowjacket way! #ExcellenceEveryDay
SHS JAG and Internship students had the incredible opportunity to participate in mock interviews with outstanding community partners from Peoples Bank, FirstTrust Home Loans, Connect Services, Mainline Health, and the Sheridan School District Office.
These professionals volunteered their time to help students practice interview skills, build confidence, and receive real-world feedback that will prepare them for future careers. From handshakes to answering tough questions, our students rose to the occasion and represented SHS with professionalism.
We are so thankful for our community partners who continue to invest in the success of our students and help shape tomorrow’s workforce. 🌟
These professionals volunteered their time to help students practice interview skills, build confidence, and receive real-world feedback that will prepare them for future careers. From handshakes to answering tough questions, our students rose to the occasion and represented SHS with professionalism.
We are so thankful for our community partners who continue to invest in the success of our students and help shape tomorrow’s workforce. 🌟
SHS students and teachers had a great day at the Special Olympics Basketball Tournament!
The event was hosted at White Hall High School, where members of their basketball teams helped run the tournament. They cheered on our students and assisted on the court, making it a wonderful experience for everyone involved.
Great job to all who participated and supported this special event! 💛🏀💙
The event was hosted at White Hall High School, where members of their basketball teams helped run the tournament. They cheered on our students and assisted on the court, making it a wonderful experience for everyone involved.
Great job to all who participated and supported this special event! 💛🏀💙
Check out the YJ Store at the game on Friday night. Go Jackets!
