On Monday, February 23, the SkillsUSA student organization, part of the Career and Technical
Department of South Panola High School, competed in their district competition at Northwest Mississippi
Community College. The following students placed in their competition:
Galashia Davis – 1 st place, Prepared Speech
Amiya Ellis – 2 nd place, Job Interview
Eli Ethridge, Colby Griffith, Jace Hill, & Perry Poole – 1 st Place, Team Works
Jonah Smith – 1 st place, Job Demonstration Open
Brooks Elliot, Jaden Marshall, & Will Slayton – 1 st Place, Welding Fabrication
Colton Whitaker – 1 st Place, Welding
These students will continue on to compete in the SkillsUSA State Competition in Jackson on
March 31 – April 2.
Department of South Panola High School, competed in their district competition at Northwest Mississippi
Community College. The following students placed in their competition:
Galashia Davis – 1 st place, Prepared Speech
Amiya Ellis – 2 nd place, Job Interview
Eli Ethridge, Colby Griffith, Jace Hill, & Perry Poole – 1 st Place, Team Works
Jonah Smith – 1 st place, Job Demonstration Open
Brooks Elliot, Jaden Marshall, & Will Slayton – 1 st Place, Welding Fabrication
Colton Whitaker – 1 st Place, Welding
These students will continue on to compete in the SkillsUSA State Competition in Jackson on
March 31 – April 2.
The girls powerlifting team competed at Center Hill for their regional championship and got 4 Qualifers to North Half. Congratulations ladies🐯🐯. They will compete in the North Half this Thursday at Lake Cormorant!
Samara Rudd
Sha’Paris Reed
Abby Harris
Brooklyn Logan
Samara Rudd
Sha’Paris Reed
Abby Harris
Brooklyn Logan
We love building positive relationships in Tiger Care! 🐯💛
A big thank you to our School Resource Officer, Sergeant Jarvis Smith, for taking time out of his day to come outside and play with our Tiger Care kids on the playground! From running and playing basketball to simply being present, he made their day extra special.
Moments like these help our children see law enforcement officers as caring, supportive members of our school family. We are so thankful for Sergeant Smith and the positive impact he continues to make on our campus each day!
A big thank you to our School Resource Officer, Sergeant Jarvis Smith, for taking time out of his day to come outside and play with our Tiger Care kids on the playground! From running and playing basketball to simply being present, he made their day extra special.
Moments like these help our children see law enforcement officers as caring, supportive members of our school family. We are so thankful for Sergeant Smith and the positive impact he continues to make on our campus each day!
Friday was such a special day for our Early Childhood students! 💛
We had the opportunity to visit Dewberry Daycare, a wonderful childcare center in our community owned by Mrs. Haynie. Our students were able to gain valuable hands-on experience inside a real daycare setting, observing daily routines, interacting with children, and seeing firsthand what it takes to create a nurturing learning environment.
Experiences like this are so important as they prepare for future careers in Early Childhood Education. We are incredibly thankful to Mrs. Haynie and Mrs. Denise for welcoming us and investing in the next generation of educators!
Community partnerships make all the difference! 🫶✨
We had the opportunity to visit Dewberry Daycare, a wonderful childcare center in our community owned by Mrs. Haynie. Our students were able to gain valuable hands-on experience inside a real daycare setting, observing daily routines, interacting with children, and seeing firsthand what it takes to create a nurturing learning environment.
Experiences like this are so important as they prepare for future careers in Early Childhood Education. We are incredibly thankful to Mrs. Haynie and Mrs. Denise for welcoming us and investing in the next generation of educators!
Community partnerships make all the difference! 🫶✨
Mrs. Shultice and Mrs. Sprouse’s Healthcare & Clinical Services students had the opportunity to learn from Hannah Moore Shearon, RN, who shared her journey and experiences as a nurse across multiple settings! 🩺✨
Hannah spoke with students about her path to becoming a registered nurse, including the education and dedication it takes to succeed in the field. She gave an inside look at her work as a travel nurse, nursing home nurse, and hospice nurse, helping students understand the wide variety of opportunities within nursing.
Students gained valuable insight into real-life experiences, including the rewards and challenges of patient care, along with important life lessons that come with being in the healthcare profession. Hannah also discussed topics students are always curious about—salary expectations, job flexibility, and career growth—while offering practical tips for success, such as staying organized, building strong communication skills, and maintaining compassion in every patient interaction.
Her message encouraged students to stay focused, work hard, and remember that nursing is not just a career, but a calling to make a difference in the lives of others. 💙
Thank you, Hannah Moore Shearon, for investing in our students and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals! 👩⚕️👨⚕️
Hannah spoke with students about her path to becoming a registered nurse, including the education and dedication it takes to succeed in the field. She gave an inside look at her work as a travel nurse, nursing home nurse, and hospice nurse, helping students understand the wide variety of opportunities within nursing.
Students gained valuable insight into real-life experiences, including the rewards and challenges of patient care, along with important life lessons that come with being in the healthcare profession. Hannah also discussed topics students are always curious about—salary expectations, job flexibility, and career growth—while offering practical tips for success, such as staying organized, building strong communication skills, and maintaining compassion in every patient interaction.
Her message encouraged students to stay focused, work hard, and remember that nursing is not just a career, but a calling to make a difference in the lives of others. 💙
Thank you, Hannah Moore Shearon, for investing in our students and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals! 👩⚕️👨⚕️
❤️💗 Tiger Care Valentine’s Day Fun! 💗❤️
Our Tiger Care friends had the sweetest Valentine’s Day celebration! The children were so excited to exchange valentines with their friends. 💌
We enjoyed some fun party snacks, lots of smiles, and time celebrating friendship together. It was such a special day filled with kindness, sharing, and love!
We are so proud of our little Tigers and the joy they bring to our classroom each day! 🐯💕
Our Tiger Care friends had the sweetest Valentine’s Day celebration! The children were so excited to exchange valentines with their friends. 💌
We enjoyed some fun party snacks, lots of smiles, and time celebrating friendship together. It was such a special day filled with kindness, sharing, and love!
We are so proud of our little Tigers and the joy they bring to our classroom each day! 🐯💕
We were honored to welcome Kaylee Williams, Healthcare Engineer at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery Veterans Affairs Medical Center, as a guest speaker for Mrs. Sprouse & Mrs. Shultice’s High School Healthcare and Clinical Services students on Monday, 2-16-26!
Kaylee shared her inspiring journey from being a proud SPHS high school health science student to earning her degree from Mississippi State University. She spoke about the college classes she completed, the fascinating concepts she learned in engineering and healthcare technology, and how those experiences prepared her for a career that looks very different from what most people picture when they think of healthcare.
Students learned that the healthcare field includes many important roles beyond physicians and nurses. As a Healthcare Engineer, Kaylee works behind the scenes to ensure that all medical equipment is safe, accurate, and functioning properly, while also making sure the entire healthcare facility—from ceilings and walls to floors—is up to date, well-maintained, and safe for patients and staff. — playing a critical role in patient care every single day.
Her message encouraged students to explore the many career pathways within healthcare and reminded them that what they learn in health science classes—especially medical terminology—along with their other high school experiences, can play a powerful role in shaping their future success.
A special thank you to Mrs. Krissi Williams for suggesting this outstanding guest speaker opportunity! We are grateful for community members who invest in our students and broaden their understanding of healthcare careers. 💙🏥
Kaylee shared her inspiring journey from being a proud SPHS high school health science student to earning her degree from Mississippi State University. She spoke about the college classes she completed, the fascinating concepts she learned in engineering and healthcare technology, and how those experiences prepared her for a career that looks very different from what most people picture when they think of healthcare.
Students learned that the healthcare field includes many important roles beyond physicians and nurses. As a Healthcare Engineer, Kaylee works behind the scenes to ensure that all medical equipment is safe, accurate, and functioning properly, while also making sure the entire healthcare facility—from ceilings and walls to floors—is up to date, well-maintained, and safe for patients and staff. — playing a critical role in patient care every single day.
Her message encouraged students to explore the many career pathways within healthcare and reminded them that what they learn in health science classes—especially medical terminology—along with their other high school experiences, can play a powerful role in shaping their future success.
A special thank you to Mrs. Krissi Williams for suggesting this outstanding guest speaker opportunity! We are grateful for community members who invest in our students and broaden their understanding of healthcare careers. 💙🏥
Today we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible School Resource Officers at South Panola High School for National SRO Appreciation Day! 🚔💙
A special thank you to Sgt. Smith and Officer Bush for the dedication, care, and professionalism you bring to our campus each day. You do so much more than help keep our school safe — you build positive relationships with students, serve as mentors and role models, and help create a supportive and secure learning environment for everyone at SPHS.
Your presence provides reassurance to our staff, students, and families, and the impact you make does not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our Tiger community!
Please join us in thanking Sgt. Smith and Officer Bush for all they do for South Panola High School! 👏🐾
A special thank you to Sgt. Smith and Officer Bush for the dedication, care, and professionalism you bring to our campus each day. You do so much more than help keep our school safe — you build positive relationships with students, serve as mentors and role models, and help create a supportive and secure learning environment for everyone at SPHS.
Your presence provides reassurance to our staff, students, and families, and the impact you make does not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our Tiger community!
Please join us in thanking Sgt. Smith and Officer Bush for all they do for South Panola High School! 👏🐾
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and we’re proud to recognize the incredible leadership of our Director, Coach Trea Higdon!
Under Coach Higdon's guidance, our CTE programs continue to create meaningful opportunities for students—equipping them with real-world skills, industry certifications, and pathways to successful careers. His dedication to innovation, student success, and community partnerships helps ensure our programs prepare learners for both college and career readiness.
Thank you, Coach Higdon, for your vision, passion, and commitment to empowering the next generation of skilled professionals. We are grateful for the impact you make every day!
Under Coach Higdon's guidance, our CTE programs continue to create meaningful opportunities for students—equipping them with real-world skills, industry certifications, and pathways to successful careers. His dedication to innovation, student success, and community partnerships helps ensure our programs prepare learners for both college and career readiness.
Thank you, Coach Higdon, for your vision, passion, and commitment to empowering the next generation of skilled professionals. We are grateful for the impact you make every day!
The boys powerlifting team competed at the Regional Championship at Center Hill Friday where they placed 2nd with 11/12 qualifiers for the North Half. Great day to be a TIGER! 🐅
Qua Brooks
Tyson Lee
Javon Dean
Keyton Flowers
Kam Shegog
Carl Phipps
Trey Barksdale
Lucas Wilson
Jae Moore
Cam Suggs
Pat Daugherty
Qua Brooks
Tyson Lee
Javon Dean
Keyton Flowers
Kam Shegog
Carl Phipps
Trey Barksdale
Lucas Wilson
Jae Moore
Cam Suggs
Pat Daugherty
Mrs. Shultice and Mrs. Sprouse’s Healthcare & Clinical Services students had an AMAZING hands-on learning experience at Family Pet Hospital! 🐾🩺
A huge thank you to Dr. L. Unruh and Dr. J. Unruh for taking the time to speak with our students about careers in veterinary medicine and giving us an inside look at their clinic. Students were able to:
✔️ View real x-rays
✔️ Tour the surgery room
✔️ See fascinating specimens of items removed from cats and dogs
✔️ Assist with a cat neuter procedure
✔️ Watch a veterinary technician start an IV on a dog
✔️ And even love on a sweet poodle and several adorable cats! 🐶🐱
This hands-on experience gave our students a true glimpse into the daily responsibilities, skills, and compassion required in veterinary medicine. We have a couple of students who say they are interested in becoming a veterinarian!
A special thank you to Mr. P. Ray for safely driving us and making this opportunity possible.
Experiences like this help connect classroom learning to real-world healthcare careers. We are so thankful for community partners who invest in our students’ futures! 💙
A huge thank you to Dr. L. Unruh and Dr. J. Unruh for taking the time to speak with our students about careers in veterinary medicine and giving us an inside look at their clinic. Students were able to:
✔️ View real x-rays
✔️ Tour the surgery room
✔️ See fascinating specimens of items removed from cats and dogs
✔️ Assist with a cat neuter procedure
✔️ Watch a veterinary technician start an IV on a dog
✔️ And even love on a sweet poodle and several adorable cats! 🐶🐱
This hands-on experience gave our students a true glimpse into the daily responsibilities, skills, and compassion required in veterinary medicine. We have a couple of students who say they are interested in becoming a veterinarian!
A special thank you to Mr. P. Ray for safely driving us and making this opportunity possible.
Experiences like this help connect classroom learning to real-world healthcare careers. We are so thankful for community partners who invest in our students’ futures! 💙
Army Career Exploration Day – February 10th
On Tuesday, February 10th, our High School Health Science and Culinary Arts students had the incredible opportunity to hear from Sgt. Cordaro and Sgt. Henderson about career pathways in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve.
Students learned about a wide range of medical and culinary career opportunities, including how the Army trains and prepares soldiers for real-world healthcare and food service roles. Our classes even got a hands-on experience sampling different MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat) and exploring the contents of an Army emergency medical kit!
Sgt. Cordaro and Sgt. Henderson also shared the many benefits of service, including education opportunities, career training, leadership development, and other amazing perks available through the Army and Army Reserve.
We are so thankful for their time, service, and willingness to invest in our students’ futures!
On Tuesday, February 10th, our High School Health Science and Culinary Arts students had the incredible opportunity to hear from Sgt. Cordaro and Sgt. Henderson about career pathways in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve.
Students learned about a wide range of medical and culinary career opportunities, including how the Army trains and prepares soldiers for real-world healthcare and food service roles. Our classes even got a hands-on experience sampling different MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat) and exploring the contents of an Army emergency medical kit!
Sgt. Cordaro and Sgt. Henderson also shared the many benefits of service, including education opportunities, career training, leadership development, and other amazing perks available through the Army and Army Reserve.
We are so thankful for their time, service, and willingness to invest in our students’ futures!
💙 National School Counseling Week – A Belated but Heartfelt Thank You! 💙
Although National School Counseling Week was last week, winter weather kept us out—and we didn’t want it to pass without recognizing the incredible counselors who support our SPHS students every single day.
Thank you to Mrs. Purnell, Mrs. Pinson, Mrs. Cossey, and Mrs. Love, for all you do to guide, encourage, and advocate for our students. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in their academic success, personal growth, and future goals.
SPHS is truly better because of you. We appreciate you this week and always! 💙✨
Although National School Counseling Week was last week, winter weather kept us out—and we didn’t want it to pass without recognizing the incredible counselors who support our SPHS students every single day.
Thank you to Mrs. Purnell, Mrs. Pinson, Mrs. Cossey, and Mrs. Love, for all you do to guide, encourage, and advocate for our students. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in their academic success, personal growth, and future goals.
SPHS is truly better because of you. We appreciate you this week and always! 💙✨
Mrs. Pegueros’s and Mrs. Hamilton’s Foundations of Biology classes finished up their biomolecules unit by investigating the effect pH and temperature have on enzyme function in this hands-on lab.
Advanced Manufacturing students had an incredible opportunity touring GE Aerospace ✈️
Seeing cutting-edge technology and real-world manufacturing in action makes the future of aerospace even more exciting.
Thank you to the GE Aerospace team for hosting us and sharing your expertise!
Seeing cutting-edge technology and real-world manufacturing in action makes the future of aerospace even more exciting.
Thank you to the GE Aerospace team for hosting us and sharing your expertise!
We are incredibly thankful to Steve McMinn, local diesel mechanic shop owner, for welcoming Mrs. Williams’s Bridge to Career class into his shop! 🛠️
Students had the opportunity to see the inner workings of diesel trucks and engines up close and gain real-world insight into the diesel industry. A big thank you to Mr. Justin for sharing his knowledge and expertise with our students. It made the experience even more meaningful.
We also appreciate SPHS Career Coach Karin Hardin for accompanying us! Experiences like this truly connect classroom learning to future careers! 👏
Students had the opportunity to see the inner workings of diesel trucks and engines up close and gain real-world insight into the diesel industry. A big thank you to Mr. Justin for sharing his knowledge and expertise with our students. It made the experience even more meaningful.
We also appreciate SPHS Career Coach Karin Hardin for accompanying us! Experiences like this truly connect classroom learning to future careers! 👏
🏃♂️🔥 South Panola Track & Field 2026 Schedule is here!
Come out, show up, and support our Tigers all season long!
Come out, show up, and support our Tigers all season long!
We were excited to welcome guest speaker Allan Burnett, a local diesel mechanic, to Mrs. Williams’s Bridge to Career class! 🔧🚛
Mr. Burnett shared what it takes to become a diesel mechanic, what a typical day on the job looks like, and the real-world challenges and rewards of working in the diesel industry. His insights gave students a valuable look into a hands-on, in-demand career path and the skills needed to be successful.
Thank you, Mr. Burnett, for taking the time to inspire and educate our students!
🎳 South Panola Bowling Shines at Regionals! 🎳
The South Panola Bowling team represented our school with pride at the Regional Competition in Cleveland, MS!
👏 Results:
Boys Team: 5th Place
Girls Team: 4th Place
⭐ Ace Ellis: 3rd Place Individual Finish
Congratulations to all our bowlers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performance at regionals. Way to compete, Tigers! 🐯🎳
The South Panola Bowling team represented our school with pride at the Regional Competition in Cleveland, MS!
👏 Results:
Boys Team: 5th Place
Girls Team: 4th Place
⭐ Ace Ellis: 3rd Place Individual Finish
Congratulations to all our bowlers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performance at regionals. Way to compete, Tigers! 🐯🎳
👁️✨ Hands-On Learning in Action! ✨👁️
Our SPHS Healthcare and Clinical Services students from Mrs. Shultice and Mrs. Sprouse's classes had an incredible learning experience visiting Bright Eyes Vision Clinic with Dr. Bright! Students gained real-world insight into how an eye clinic operates, including specialized equipment, roles of the staff, common eye diseases and disorders, treatment options, and even powerful true patient stories that brought the profession to life.
A huge thank you to Dr. Bright and her amazing staff for welcoming our students and providing such an engaging, informative, and inspiring experience. This is exactly the kind of exposure that helps our students connect classroom learning to real healthcare careers!
Special thanks as well to Coach Higdon, CTE Director; K. Farmer, Transportation Director; and our bus driver, Mr. Sanford for helping make this trip possible. We truly appreciate your support of our students and their future in healthcare! 💙🩺
Our SPHS Healthcare and Clinical Services students from Mrs. Shultice and Mrs. Sprouse's classes had an incredible learning experience visiting Bright Eyes Vision Clinic with Dr. Bright! Students gained real-world insight into how an eye clinic operates, including specialized equipment, roles of the staff, common eye diseases and disorders, treatment options, and even powerful true patient stories that brought the profession to life.
A huge thank you to Dr. Bright and her amazing staff for welcoming our students and providing such an engaging, informative, and inspiring experience. This is exactly the kind of exposure that helps our students connect classroom learning to real healthcare careers!
Special thanks as well to Coach Higdon, CTE Director; K. Farmer, Transportation Director; and our bus driver, Mr. Sanford for helping make this trip possible. We truly appreciate your support of our students and their future in healthcare! 💙🩺
