Southside Elementary

Save the Dates, Southside Families!

Please take a moment to review our important summer dates. Have a safe, fun, and wonderful summer. We can't wait to welcome our Panthers back in August! 🐾

Southside Elementary is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Everglades Champion School! 🏆🌿

This recognition reflects our commitment to helping students understand and appreciate Florida’s unique environment through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. A special thank you to Amanda Daughtry for leading these efforts and to our amazing teachers for bringing environmental education to life in the classroom!

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Here are a few more photos from graduation. Thank you to Mason James Photography for capturing these special moments!

Ms. Stephenson has spent years pouring her heart into our children, encouraging them, supporting them, and making a difference in countless lives. Her kindness, patience, and dedication have left a lasting impact on so many families in our community.

Now, as she faces a cancer diagnosis, it’s our turn to surround her with the same love and support she has given to others for so many years. Please keep Ms. Stephenson and her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult journey.

If you are able to help in any way, whether through a meal, a gift card, or a simple message of encouragement, I know it would mean so much. Let’s come together and remind her that she is deeply loved and that the Southside family is standing beside her every step of the way. ❤️

Meal Train for Caroline Stephenson Our hearts are with Ms. Caroline Stephenson, a beloved member of the Southside community, one of the best teachers around, and someone who has a heart of gold. As she ended the year moving into retirement, she received unexpected news last week leading to a cancer diagnosis. As she begins navigating...

We are so proud of our 5th grade graduates! Their hard work, determination, and growth have made a lasting impact on our Southside family, and we know they are ready for the adventures and opportunities that await them in middle school. Congratulations to an incredible group of students—we can’t wait to see all they accomplish next! 🎓💙

Southside students enjoyed so many fun parties, celebrations, and exciting learning activities to close out the school year! ❤️🤍💙