🍭 Student Council Valentine’s Sucker Fundraiser- Our 5th Grade Student Council is spreading love and kindness with a Valentine’s Day Sucker Sale!
• $2 per sucker — send one to a friend, classmate, teacher, or someone special
• All proceeds support the Southview Scholarship Fund
• The fund awards three $500 scholarships to graduating seniors who once attended Southview Elementary
❤️ Our goal is for every student to receive a Valentine’s Day sucker! Would you like to sponsor one for a student who may not receive one? Donations may be sent in an envelope labeled Student Council Fundraiser.
💝 Valentine’s Parties- Friday, February 13 at 1:30 PM
📅 Reminder — 3 Day Weekend
• Monday, February 16 — Presidents’ Day (No School for Students)
Thank you for supporting our students, spreading kindness, and helping our scholarship program grow — and let’s officially retire the snow dances until next winter!
Southview Updates — February 2–6, 2026
• PTO Meeting — Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6:00 PM
• Dental Sealants (2nd & 3rd grades) — Feb. 3rd, 5th & 6th
• Interim Reports sent home — Friday, Feb. 6
💙 National School Counseling Week — We celebrate and thank Mrs. Cole for all she does for our students!
📦 Share & Care Bin is fully stocked with food, hygiene items, hats, gloves, and essentials.
📅 Coming Up:
• Valentine’s Party — Feb. 13 at 1:30 PM
• Presidents’ Day — Feb. 16 (No School)
Thank you for supporting attendance and strong routines each day!
Tuesday, January 27 — PTO Meeting at 6:00 PM
• Join us as we continue planning for our Southview School Carnival
• We will need volunteers and support — all help is appreciated!
Friday, January 30 — 100th Eisteddfod Presentation (Grades 1st–5th)
Attendance Reminder
• Being at school and arriving on time matters
• Strong attendance supports learning, routines, and success — thank you for your continued support
📦 Southview Share & Care Bin Reminder
• Located outside near the front entrance
• Stocked with hats, gloves, and additional essential items to help families prepare for colder weather
🎉 Southview School Carnival — Help Needed!
• We are in the process of planning our Southview School Carnival and will need volunteers, donations, and helping hands
• More details coming soon — thank you for supporting this fun, school-wide event for our students
Upcoming Events
• Friday, February 6 — Interim Reports
• Friday, February 13 — Valentine’s Party at 1:30 PM
• Monday, February 16 — Presidents’ Day (No School)
As temperatures drop, please help students come to school dressed appropriately for the weather. Stay safe and warm as we move through the winter season. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We’re looking forward to a great week at Southview!
There will be NO SCHOOL for students on the following days:
• Monday, January 19 — MLK Day
• Tuesday, January 20 — Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thank you for your continued partnership and support! Enjoy your weekend!
Monday, January 19- MLK Day — No School
Tuesday, January 20- • Parent/Teacher Conferences
• 12:30–7:00 PM
• No School for Students
Ironbuck Store
• The Ironbuck Store is open — students can use their Ironbucks to shop!
Attendance Reminder
• Regular attendance matters. Being present and on time helps students stay connected, confident, and successful.
We hope our Southview families enjoy the 4-day weekend. We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready to learn!
Southview Weekly Updates — Week of January 12–16, 2026
Just a reminder: Friday, January 9- Report Cards will be sent home tomorrow
Monday, January 12- Success Program resumes (morning & afternoon)
Attendance Reminder: • Being on time matters — strong routines support strong learning. Thank you for helping students start each day ready to learn.
Important January Reminders
• Monday, January 19 — MLK Day: No School
• Tuesday, January 20 — Parent/Teacher Conferences: No School
• Please call the office to schedule a conference time
Thank you for your continued partnership. We appreciate your support as we move through the second semester together!
Welcome back, Southview! We are excited to see our students and kick off the new year with fresh starts, new goals, and positive momentum.
Monday, January 5: Return to School — First day back after Winter Break
Tuesday, January 6 – Friday, January 9: Let’s start the year with great routines and positive habits!
Attendance Matters — Be On Time, Ready to Shine!
• Arriving on time sets the tone for a successful day. Thank you for supporting strong morning routines at home.
Southview Share & Care Box
• Located outside near the front entrance
• Includes gloves, hats, non-perishable food items, personal hygiene items, and small essentials for families who may need support
Helping hands today, caring hearts tomorrow — a small reminder that our Southview family looks out for one another.
Coming Up Soon — January Highlights
• Success Program Resumes — Monday, January 12
• No School — MLK Day — Monday, January 19
• No School for Students — Family Conferences — Tuesday, January 20 (call the office to schedule)
We are looking forward to a wonderful January at Southview — Be Here, Be On Time, Be Ready to Learn!
Southview families, please remember that Winter Break begins Monday, December 22 and continues through Friday, January 2. School will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Wishing you a joyful, safe, and relaxing holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and magical moments with those you love. ❄️💛
—Southview Elementary
Before we head off into Winter Break, let’s make every moment count! From gingerbread houses to glow parties, Reindeer Games to cozy Polar Express celebrations—this week is overflowing with joy, imagination, and Southview sparkle. Keep the energy high, the smiles bright, and the kindness flowing. Let’s fill the halls with laughter, music, and memories our students will always carry with them.
We’re almost there… but through the eyes of a child the magic is just getting started! 💛
🎁 Reminder: There will be NO SUCCESS program this week.
✅ SUCCESS will resume on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Theme Days: Celebrate the Season!
Monday, Dec. 15: 🍪 Gingerbread Day
Tuesday, Dec. 16: ✨ Festival of Lights Day
Wednesday, Dec. 17: 🌎 Traditions Day
Thursday, Dec. 18: 💚 Grinch Day
Friday, Dec. 19: 🚂 Polar Express Day (Wear those PJs!)
🛍 Holiday Shoppe—Bonus Shopping Day!
To ensure every student has the chance to spread a little cheer, we’re opening the Holiday Shoppe one final time for those who missed out. The shop will reopen first thing in the morning. All items are $2 and student shoppers will be helped by our AMAZING PTO team!
🎯 Ironbuck Store – Open All Week! Students can cash in their Ironbucks all week long for fun prizes!
📆 Friday, Dec. 19 is the end of the 2nd nine weeks — can you believe we’re already halfway through the 2025–2026 school year?
❄️ Winter Break is Here!
📅 No School: December 22 – January 2
🎒 Students return: Monday, January 5, 2026
✨ Take time to rest, relax, and enjoy your family—have a WONDERFUL Winter Break! Wishing your family a winter break filled with cozy moments, joyful laughter, and a little holiday magic.
The holidays are near, and we have a busy week ahead at Southview!
🎶 Tuesday, December 9 – Southview Holiday Concert - Location: Jackson Middle School Auditorium
• Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Performance at 6 PM (meet in the cafeteria)
• 3rd–5th Grade: Performance at 7 PM (meet in the cafeteria)
🛍 Southview Holiday Shop – December 9–11
🎁 All gifts are $2. Students shop during school:
• Tuesday, Dec. 9: Preschool, 4th, and 5th grade
• Wednesday, Dec. 10: Kindergarten and 3rd grade
• Thursday, Dec. 11: 1st and 2nd grade
🎄Preschool Holiday Program
📅 Friday, December 12 @ 9:30 AM at Southview
We’re halfway through December—let’s finish strong before Winter Break!
☃️ Reminder: The last day before break is Friday, December 19.
Welcome back from break! We hope everyone had a restful Thanksgiving Break. It’s a calm week, but here are a few quick reminders:
✅Weather Reminders:
With colder weather here, make sure you’re signed up for alerts in case of school closings or delays. As a reminder, all weather-related decisions are made with the safety of students and staff as the top priority. Please plan ahead and stay tuned!
Stay connected on Twitter (@jcs_supt) and Facebook (Jackson City Schools – Jackson, Ohio), WKOV (96.7), WKKJ (94.3), NBC (4), WSAZ (3), ABC (6/Fox 28) for school related weather updates.
If school is delayed by 2 hours, Latchkey will be canceled that morning.
🎁 Upcoming Events:
Southview Holiday Shop: 🛍 December 9–11 — Sign up to help our shoppers!
Holiday Concert: 🎶 December 9
• K–2 at 6:00 PM
• 3–5 at 7:00 PM
Preschool Holiday Program: 🎄 December 12 @ 9:30 AM
End of 2nd Grading Period: 📚 Friday, December 19 (We’re already halfway through the 2025–2026 school year!)
Winter Break: ❄️ December 22–January 2 — Students return on Monday, January 5
🧣 PTO Spirit Blankets — Limited Supply!
Only a few Spirit Blankets remain—grab one for your Ironman or Ironlady before they’re gone!
Purchase here: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/spirit-blankets
Spirit Blankets image is attached.
🛍️ Holiday Shop Volunteers Needed
Sign up to help our students shop:
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CAAAD2EA7F8C16-59935317-holiday
🎄 Student Shopping Days
Dec. 9: Preschool, 4th, 5th
Dec. 10: Kindergarten, 3rd
Dec. 11: 1st, 2nd, make-up shoppers, and students wanting to purchase an extra gift
📱 Stay Connected
Parents can join the Southview Elementary PTO – Official Facebook Page for additional information and updates.
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Southview families!

We are officially down to Design #1 and Design #5 ~ see attached image.
The cover that receives the most votes will become our 2025–2026 Southview Yearbook Cover.
Tomorrow is the FINAL day to vote — students may cast their vote with one nickel per vote (and may bring extra nickels, quarters, or dollars if they’d like to vote more than once).
All proceeds will go toward the Southview Student Council Scholarship Fund.
Thank you for keeping the excitement going! 📘✨

🛍️ Ironbuck Store OPEN – Students can shop with their earned Ironbucks all week!
📅 Monday, Nov 17- Let’s make it a great week—every day counts!
📅 Tuesday, Nov 18
🎭 Grades 3–5 Fall Play at Jackson Middle School
👥 PTO Meeting – 6 PM
📅 Wednesday, Nov 19- Thanks for keeping attendance strong and routines consistent!
📅 Thursday, Nov 20- Keep up the kindness and focus—your hard work shows!
📅 Friday, Nov 21
🦃 Kindergarten Friendsgiving – A sweet Southview tradition!
📄 Interim Reports go home today.
Looking Ahead: November 24–25, 2025
📅 Tuesday, Nov 25- 🎉 Fall Party – 1:30 PM (Parents may attend)
🎈 Michael’s Day Parade (PK–2) – Students will parade with balloons! (Parents may attend)
🎉 Grades 3–5 will line the parade route and cheer them on.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break - There will be NO SCHOOL November 26–December 1. Students return on Tuesday, December 2.
Due to the 2-hour school delay, our Veterans Day Program scheduled for today will now be held tomorrow, November 12. Veterans Breakfast will begin at 8:30 AM and the program will start at 9:00 AM. Thank you to all our Veterans for your service and sacrifice! ❤️🤍💙
Please note: Success will not be held on 2-hour delay days. Latchkey will still be available this afternoon.
As we celebrate this season of gratitude and giving, we look forward to a meaningful week ahead at Southview!
📅 Monday, Nov 10
Let’s start the week strong—attendance and effort make all the difference!
📅 Tuesday, Nov 11
8:30 AM – Veterans & Student Reception (Cafeteria)- This special reception is reserved for Veterans and their Southview student as a quiet moment to share before the program begins.
Veterans Day Program – 9:00 AM- A special celebration to honor those who have served.
📝 5th Grade Spelling Bee – 1:15 PM- Best of luck to our 10 amazing spellers—we're proud of you!
📅 Wednesday, Nov 12
Thanks for keeping up great routines—your support makes a big impact.
📅 Thursday, Nov 13
Let’s keep the momentum going—kindness, effort, and positivity matter!
📅 Friday, Nov 14
❤️ Ironman Spirit Friday – Wear red and show your Southview pride!
🟨 Southview Share & Care Box- The Southview Share & Care Box is now fully stocked and located in the vestibule near the main entrance. It includes non-perishable food items and small essentials for families in need.
💛 Take what you need, give when you can. We’re here for each other—always.
This year, we’ve set a big goal: Raise $1,500 to award three $500 scholarships to Jackson High School seniors who once walked the halls of Southview! We’ll be selecting and presenting the scholarships ourselves in May—to help support former Ironmen in their next educational journey.
🎉 Tailgate with Us at Cardo’s – Friday, Nov. 7 | 5–7 PM- Join us at Cardo's before the Ironman Playoff Game vs. Miami Trace for a night of food, fun, and community spirit! Our 5th Grade Student Council will be helping serve and clean tables—and all tips and donations will go directly toward our $1,500 scholarship fund.
🍕 Save your energy to cheer on the Ironmen—let us wait on you for dinner!
🙏 Special thanks to Cardo’s for generously donating this opportunity to support our cause!
🗳️ Nickel-per-Vote: Yearbook Cover Contest- Help us pick the cover for the 2025–2026 Southview Yearbook!
Students will receive one nickel during the first week to vote. After that, they can bring in additional nickels, quarters, dollars, etc. to vote as often as they’d like!
Each week, the cover that raises the least amount will be eliminated.
We’ll narrow it down to the final two the week of Thanksgiving.
The winning design will be announced on Tuesday, November 25!
Every vote brings us closer to our goal—thank you for helping us make a difference!
💛 With gratitude,
Southview 5th Grade Student Council
Leading with kindness, service, and Ironman pride!
Monday, Nov. 3 – No School for Students – Parent-Teacher Conferences
📞 Call 740.286.1831 to schedule!
Tuesday, Nov. 4 – No School for Students – Staff PD Day
Wednesday, Nov. 5 – Students return to school
⏰ Set your clocks back one hour this weekend—Daylight Saving Time ends!
Enjoy the long weekend!
🍂 November is a time for thankfulness and kindness. We're excited to launch something new that reflects those values right here at Southview!
🌟 Introducing the Southview Share & Care Box- Our version of a community Blessing Box next week!
The Southview Share & Care Box will be located in the vestibule near the main entrance and will be stocked with non-perishable food items and small essentials for families in need.
💛 Feel free to take what you need or contribute if you can—give when you can, take when you need.
📅 Monday, Nov 3
🚫 No School for Students – Parent-Teacher Conferences
📞 Call us at 740.286.1831 to schedule!
📅 Tuesday, Nov 4
🚫 No School for Students – Staff Professional Development
📅 Wednesday, Nov 5
Let’s come back strong—attendance matters, especially in short weeks!
📅 Thursday, Nov 6
Your student’s presence makes a difference—thank you for the continued support!
📅 Friday, Nov 7
❤️ Ironman Spirit Friday – Wear red to wrap up the week Southview Strong!
🎉 Tailgate with us at Cardo’s – 5 to 7 PM!
Join us before the Ironman Playoff Game vs. Miami Trace for a night of food, fun, and community!
Our 5th Grade Student Council will be bussing tables for tips to raise funds toward their $1,500 scholarship goal—to award three $500 scholarships to Jackson High School seniors this spring.
🍕 Let us wait on you—then head to cheer on the Ironmen!
We’re excited to remind you that Book Fair Week is this week — October 27–31, 2025!
To make shopping easier, you can set up an eWallet for your child using the link below. This secure, cash-free option allows students to shop without bringing money to school. You can also share your child’s eWallet link with friends and family who may want to contribute funds.
👉 Set Up an eWallet Here
In addition, Southview participates in Share the Fair, a giving program through the Scholastic Book Fair. Contributions from families and community members help provide books for students who may need assistance—so every child can experience the joy of taking home a new book.
If you’d like to sponsor a book for a Southview student, please visit the link below. Your generosity helps spread the love of reading and ensures all our students can join in the book fair fun!
👉 Contribute to Share the Fair

