South Side Middle School has earned a 13th consecutive year of recognition in the National
Schools to Watch program, a middle school recognition and continuous improvement initiative developed by the National Forum, a nonprofit educators association. Schools to Watch schools serve as a model to mentor other schools because of demonstrated social equity, developmental responsiveness, academic excellence, and innovative systems. They are characterized by strong leadership, teachers who work together to improve curriculum and instruction, and a commitment to continuous improvement that is based on supporting the whole child through social, emotional, and academic growth. Congratulations!
On February 05, senior Alayna Kelly officially signed her paperwork to attend Westminster University and play Soccer and participate in Track & Field. Congratulations Alayna!
On February 04, junior Andrew Corfield scored his 1,000th career point in our boys basketball game against Union. Please join us in celebrating him on this accomplishment!
Congratulations Andrew!!
2025-2026 School Year PreK Registration, April 25, 2025
2025-2026 School Year Kindergarten Registration, March 10-12, 2025
On January 13, 2025 senior Bailey Strnisa scored her 1,000th career point in our girls basketball game at Fort Cherry. Please join us in celebrating her on this accomplishment! Congratulations Bailey!!
South Side Area School District is looking for a full time Business Manager. Please go to the Employment page on our website to apply.
South Side Elementary School is looking for 2 Part-Time Paraprofessionals. Please go to the Employment page on our website to apply.
South Side High School is looking for a Long Term substitute Science teacher. Please go to the Employment page on our website to apply.
In celebration of #WorldKindnessDay, our high school YAP (Youth Ambassador Program) members visited with elementary students on November 13, 2024 to share stories of kindness and friendship. It's hard to say who enjoyed their time more!
Thanks to Mrs. Welch and the elementary teachers for inviting us in and to our YAP sponsors, Mrs. Simpson and Ms. Myers, for coordinating the event!
2024 South Side #BETHEKINDKID Fall Store
The South Side Area HS Marching Band performed at the annual Beaver County Invitational held at Geneva College on Saturday, September 7th. Next up for the band is their competitive debut at the Music for All/Bands of America Affiliate competition at Norwin High School on September 21st. At the Norwin show, their prelims performance time is 3:00pm. Good luck!
Sixty-four runners came out this weekend for the second annual Run With The Rams 5K benefitting our middle and high school cross country and track teams. Finishing in the top three were Kodiak Stobart, Ian Dilts, and CJ Christiansen. Congratulations, guys! And thanks to the coaches, parents, and community volunteers who made this event possible!
We're hiring long-term subs for the 24-25 school year! Go to https://www.sssd.k12.pa.us/page/employment for employment postings.
The South Side team of Allen Cox, Josh Hogenboom, and Jacob Paciello are this year's KD Quiz CHAMPIONS. Congratulations, guys! If you didn't catch Saturday's battle of wits on TV, you can watch all the action here: https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/kd-quiz/ (watch all 4 parts of the 7/6 show).
Beaver County PA Library, Healthy Vision Month - Corrective Eyewear Giveaway
https://www.beaverlibraries.org/vision-month
We did it! South Side has been recognized as a #BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation! Let’s celebrate the district’s dedication to music education for all students. Special thanks to Mr. Cornelius, Mr. Diehl, and Mrs. Zerance for sharing their passion for music with our students K-12.
Flexible Instruction Day information
South Side has an updated method to live stream athletic events in the middle and high school gymnasiums. Along with live streaming, you can located scores, schedules, and athletic event highlights.
https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/PA/Hookstown/organization/12768/South-Side-High-School
The South Side Honor Wall now has 66 veteran plaques on our wall. There is plenty of room for many more South Side graduates. If you need information on our Honor Wall, please email Mr. Lytle at jlytle@sssd.k12.pa.us. The wall is funded through a community grant from Range Resources.
