Southview Book Fair

April 8, 2021 – April is book fair season at Southview. While we can't hold our normal book fair, we will hold a virtual one from April 12-April 25.

Celebrating SSD Seniors

April 1, 2021 - To celebrate the extraordinary work of seniors, Special School District is seeking high-resolution photos of seniors engaging in activities related to school, senior photos, or wearing school spirit wear. The photos will be shared through District communication channels (including, but not limited to social media and District/school website). Additionally, the photos will be used to create a gallery that will be shared to celebrate the Class of 2021. Submissions are open to special education, career and technical, and partner district schools.

Giggle Bakers Cook Up Dog Treats Filled with Love

March 17, 2021 – Students in Rebecca Seger’s transition classroom at Southview School have been baking up delicious treats filled with love and laughter, but their intended audience isn’t in the school.

Parent Input Needed – SSD Summer Enrichment Opportunity

Feb. 1, 2021 - Special School District is making plans to offer an optional enrichment program during the summer of 2021.

Southview Begins Reopening Phase 2

Jan. 19, 2021 – Southview School welcomed students as it began reopening Phase 2 for SSD's special education schools.

Southview Welcomes Back Students in Group B

Nov. 12, 2020 – Double the first days of school, double the fun! Welcome back to the Southview Cougars in Group B who had their first day of in-person learning today!

Students in Group A Return for In-Person Learning

Nov. 10, 2020 – Our staff and students are just elated to see each other this morning! Welcome back to in-person learning, Group A! Group B, we’ll see you on Thursday!

Students Take Virtual Field Trip to the Theater

Nov. 10, 2020 – Today was a great day at Southview School, welcoming back students in Group A for in-person learning!

Southview Music Class Stays on Beat During Distance Learning

Oct. 20, 2020 – Thanks to a little help from some online tools, Southview music teacher Greg Heaney, and the students in his classes, have found ways to stay on the same beat even during distance learning.

Superintendent Update: Prior Written Notice (Notice of Action)

April 5, 2021 – Learn about the Notice of Action, or Prior Written Notice form and its role in the special education process.

Celebrating SSD Seniors

April 1, 2021 - To celebrate the extraordinary work of seniors, Special School District is seeking high-resolution photos of seniors engaging in activities related to school, senior photos, or wearing school spirit wear. The photos will be shared through District communication channels (including, but not limited to social media and District/school website). Additionally, the photos will be used to create a gallery that will be shared to celebrate the Class of 2021. Submissions are open to special education, career and technical, and partner district schools.

Two SSD Teachers in Affton Named School Teacher of the Year

March 22, 2021 – Affton School District has recognized two SSD teachers with Teacher of the Year honors. Nicole Aronoff received the honor at Gotsch Intermediate School and Kathleen Hollenberg received the award at Rogers Middle School.

SSD Salutes Staff, Community Members

March 15, 2021 – Read about the SSD teachers, paraprofessionals, community members, and other District employees honored for making a difference in the lives of students, families, and staff.

Staying on Track

March 12, 2021 – Read about how athletes and coaches in SSD's Special Olympics program participated in a virtual track and field competition.

SSD Welcomes New Board Directors and Honors Outgoing Board Members

March 10, 2021 – Read about the new and outgoing members of the SSD Board of Education.

SSD Board Brief – March 9, 2021

March 10, 2021 – The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education at its most recent meeting.

SSD Celebrates National School Social Worker Week

March 8, 2021 – The Special School District joins schools across the country to celebrate school social workers during National School Social Worker Week, March 8-12, 2021.

Superintendent Update: SSD Website

March 3, 2021 – Learn about the resources available for families, students, educators, and community members on SSD's website.

Black History on Display in SSD Schools and Partner Districts

Feb. 26, 2021 – Read about how students and staff are recognizing and learning about Black History Month.

Board Approves Administration Hires at Ackerman and North Tech

Feb. 25, 2021 - The SSD Board of Education approved two principals positions in last evenings board meeting.

SSD Board Brief – Feb. 23, 2021

Feb. 24, 2021 – The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education at its most recent meeting.

SSD Names 2021 Teacher of the Year

Feb. 19, 2021 – Read about Erin Hemme, SSD's 2021 Teacher of the Year.

Superintendent Update: Strategic Plan Process

Feb. 10, 2021 – Learn about how SSD is developing a new strategic plan for the District.

SSD Board Brief – Feb. 9, 2021

Feb. 10, 2021 – The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education at its most recent meeting.

District Facility Project Updates

Feb. 2, 2021 – Read about recent maintenance projects and improvements being made to SSD's buildings and grounds.

SSD Transportation Completes Tier 2 of TSA BASE Assessment

Feb. 2, 2021 – For the past four years, SSD’s Transportation Department has been working with the Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration.

SSD Board Brief – Jan. 26, 2021

Jan. 27, 2021 – The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education at the most recent Board Business Meeting

SSD Schools Begin Next Phases of Reopening

Jan. 19, 2021 – SSD's special education schools and programs started Phase 2, while students at North Technical High School and South Technical High School began Phase 1.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan. 15, 2021 – Read about how SSD is honoring Dr. King's legacy and resources to help guide conversations with children about equality, race and social justice.