South Summit School District - Pursuing Excellence

Today is JuliAnne's Day at The Shack! Let's remember her by helping a family in need. Grab a drink and know that proceeds will go directly to a local family who needs support. #juliannesday #theshackkamas

It's American Education Week and we get to recognize all of the wonderful staff who make our schools work. #wearesouthsummit #utpubliced #aew22

South Summit Elementary students proudly honored their local veterans today. #wearesouthsummit #southsummitelementary #veteransday22

Wrapping up National School Psychology Week with some local resources if you or someone you know needs help. These are great places to reach out to. #schoolpsychweek

Thank you, Veterans. We salute you.

Brent with I.T. gives a report about the electronics rollout this year.

Monday is JuliAnne's Day at The Shack! Grab a drink and know that proceeds will go to benefit a local family in need. #juliannesday #theshackkamas

School Board meeting is tonight, November 10th at 5:30 p.m. Tune in via YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOpVIBWOGnnqwRmfiDl1WQ See what's on the agenda here: http://go.boarddocs.com/ut/sssd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CJHN9W5E6B59

Wondering what a school psychologist actually does? Check out this Q & A with Mrs. Katterman. Get more information here: https://www.ssummit.org/page/healthwell-being #schoolpsychweek

As parents, sometimes we wonder what is "normal" teenage behavior and what we should be concerned about. School Psychologist, Mrs. Katterman, has put together a few red flags to keep on your radar. #schoolpsychweek

It's picture retake day for South Summit Elementary. Bring your smiles tomorrow! #wearesouthsummit #southsummitelementary

School Board meeting is Thursday, November 10th at 5:30 p.m. Tune in via YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOpVIBWOGnnqwRmfiDl1WQ See what's on the agenda here: http://go.boarddocs.com/ut/sssd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CJHN9W5E6B59

Election day! It's a great day to exercise your civil rights and let your voice be heard.

This week is National School Psychologist Week and we want to introduce you to Mrs. Katterman. She is our School Psychologist. Mrs. Katterman has been with South Summit for over twenty years. Until recently when she transitioned into her role as School Psychologist/Student Services Director, she served as the Special Education Director. We are lucky to have her! #wearesouthsummit #schoolpsychweek

The District Office will be closing for professional development training on Wednesday from 8-12.

Tonight is the night you have the extra hour you've been wishing for. What will you do with it?

Third time's the charm. FAFSA Night has been rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 3rd from 4-5:30 p.m.

Can't make it to Cedar City? Tune in to kslsports.com/stream/ at 4pm to watch the Wildcats take on the Beaver Beavers in the State 2A Semifinal Game. Go Wildcats!

Do you know the impact of screen time and social media? Dr. Christy Kane does. Wonder what the #1 bullying statement is circulating on social media right now? Watch her presentation to find out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-meAPM0szU&t=544s Teens spend up to 12.6 hours a day on screens Can lead to: increased violence and risk-taking behaviors, substance abuse, negative stereotyping Can cause: sleep issues, lower grades, weight and mood problems Dr. Kane is a coveted advisor in the area of mental health and has over 20 years of experience leading the Mental Health Clinic. She focuses her work on neurology, mental health stability, and how electronics are affecting the human brain. She spoke at SSHS a few weeks ago, and unfortunately had a small turnout. If you missed it, you missed out. Watch her presentation here on YouTube and learn steps you can take to prevent mental health crises. It's only available until Nov. 21st. Don't miss it this time! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-meAPM0szU&t=544s

Save the date for school board meeting next week. Thursday, Nov. 10th at 5:30 p.m. Agenda to be posted soon.