Summer reading is crucial to keeping the brain stimulated throughout the summer. We strongly recommend all parents to encourage their children to continue reading all summer! The following link provides grade level nonfiction and fiction articles with comprehension questions: Readworks.org is an excellent resource for reading opportunities all...
Our annual SMS Spring Band Concert is Tuesday, May 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the SMS gym. We will be featuring several SMS musical groups including the SMS Jazz Band, the SMS Beginner Band, and our award winning Concert Band and Symphonic Band. Admission is free, donations are gladly accepted and appreciated.
Our 5th Grade Instrument Night is Thursday, May 9th from...
Scoliosis Screenings will take place on April 16th. Forms must be returned prior to participating.
Check out this graphic to see events coming up in April for SMS!
April 9, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the SMS Band RoomThis is NOT the Instrument Night. This meeting is to help parents and students understand what happens in beginner band including what it takes to excel on an instrument, how to get an instrument (we will discuss everything from rentals to reputable brands), expectations for the year, instruments available, the date...
The SMS Concert Band and the SMS Symphonic Band started preparing for their performance at MPA (Music Performance Assessment) in January when they returned from Christmas Break. Music Performance Assessment is where bands from schools all over the state prepare music to perform in front of judges for a score. There is also a sight-reading element to prove that our...
THS and SMS are offering a free vaccination clinic for SMS and THS students on March 21, 2019. Students need to have a completed vaccination form turned in to the school nurse (SMS-Jennifer Osborne, THS-Fran Norfleet) in order to qualify for the clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for parents to take care of the upcoming vaccinations their child must receive...
Builders Club is sponsoring a hat day! Students may bring $2 to school on Thursday, March 7th to have permission to wear a hat. All money collected will be donated to the victims of the March 3rd Lee County tornadoes. Donations will be accepted as well.
Scantron Data Trackers will come home today! Please view the video for more information about the documents being sent home. We ask that you view the report, sign and return it to school. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you for being an integral part of your child's education! Together we can continue to improve! Link to Video:...
Congratulations to our Subway Superstars! Students at SMS took the Winter Scantron test January 8th-10th. This served as a mid-year checkpoint to see how the students have progressed since the August administration of the test. Students took reading, math, and science tests to demonstrate their growth so far this school year. In an effort to reward students who...
Students in 6th Grade at Southside Middle School experienced a great opportunity on Friday, February 22nd. The War Eagle Chapter of Women in Aviation visited the students to discuss commercial aviation, corporate aviation, and future possibilities in aviation. Scenes from the experience:
SMS's very own Christian McCary is officially only the 2nd 7th grader in Tallassee history to qualify for the State Wrestling Tournament! WOW! We are so proud of him, and we look forward to him representing SMS and THS this week in Huntsville!
SMS will host a talent show on March 1st to benefit the Adullam House for children in Wetumpka. There is an entry fee of $5 per student. No groups larger than 5 may compete. A video of your audition must be sent to whitney.patterson@tcschools.com. Entry fees and video auditions are due to Mrs. Patterson by 2/13/19. Acts must be at least 1 minute long and last no...
SMS is now selling DISCOUNT CARDS!!! We will be sending home order forms later this week with our students. This includes discount for Cozumel, Acapulco, Dairy Queen, Outback Steakhouse, and much more! Please see a SMS Student to purchase one or know if you are interested in buying one.
SMS Band Members Participate in Local Honor Band Opportunities
Students in 7th & 8th grades who participate in SMS concert and symphonic bands had an opportunity to send in an application to participate in the Troy University Honor Band. Students from all over the Southeast sent in applications, and Tallassee had an excellent representation at the...
Please read the attached letter with details regarding the early release on Friday, December 21st at noon. We are grateful for a successful first semester! School will resume on January 8th.
Southside Middle School Named National Beta School of DistinctionNational Beta is proud to announce Southside Middle School as a 2018-2019 National School of Distinction. This award is an honor for Beta Chapters striving towards academic achievement, exemplary character, demonstrated leadership and service to others. With an ongoing quest to instill these qualities...
Mrs. Ghosh, our 7th Grade Geography and Civics Teacher, has conducted World Day event for 22 years!
During the first semester of classes, Mrs. Ghosh teaches geography. She covers government, economics, culture, and so much more about countries and regions all over the world. One of the culminating activities of the semester is World Day. Students choose a country...
Reading Celebration at SMS
SMS readers received a special treat on Thursday, October 25th. Students were invited to attend a Harry Potter themed party in the Media Center with Mrs. Angel Miller, the Library Media Specialist. She decorated and created the entire party surrounding the book series written by J.K. Rowling. The students who were invited have...
Southside Middle School students and teachers participated in Red Ribbon Week October 22nd-26th! This annual event is designed to draw awareness and educate youth about remaining drug free and participating in drug prevention activities. For more information surrounding Red Ribbon Week and its origin, visit http://redribbon.org/about/. Students and teachers dressed...
Southside Middle School will offer flu vaccines for students on October 29th. Students must have a completed flu vaccine form in order to participate in the flu clinic. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Osborne, SMS School Nurse. We look forward to keeping the flu season under control at SMS!
Red Ribbon week is almost here!
October 22nd-26th Southside Middle School will recognize Red Ribbon Week and push our students to remain drug free!
Help us celebrate and encourage drug free week by participating in our spirit days. See the photo attached for information about each day! We look forward to seeing our students truly take ownership of their future...
SMS Parents,
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Mr. Cook provided information to parents regarding Southside Middle School's Title I status. Parents came to ask questions, learn new things, and discover opportunities for them to get involved in the educational process. We look forward to an increase in parental involvement and family engagement at SMS!
The PowerPoint that outlines what Mr. Cook went over is...
Tallassee City Schools Child Nutrition Department would like to provide the following information regarding opportunities to join online meal payment and free/reduced lunch applications.
Southside Middle School is starting new trends this summer as the SMS Tigerettes prepare for their very first season. Thirteen 7th & 8th grade girls attended a three day camp from July 17th-July 19th in the SMS Gymnasium. Mrs. Brooke Rigsby taught the girls three performance routines and nine sideline dances. At the conclusion of the camp, the SMS Tigerettes...
This image provides information about upcoming back to school events for Southside Middle School! We are excited about the new school year, and we look forward to seeing everyone very soon!
Parents and Students,
Southside Middle School faculty and staff cannot wait to see each of you come through our doors! We look forward to all the exciting things to come this school year including a brand new STEM lab! Below you will find details for upcoming events pertaining to SMS students. Please do not hesitate to contact SMS with questions you may...