South High Community School

Worcester UNITES hosted its summer concert at Sullivan Middle School earlier this week! 😎🎷 The summer concert featured performances from the string orchestra and concert band and brought together more than 100 WPS musicians from over 20 district-schools. Great job to our Worcester UNITES musicians and thank you to our instructors and families for supporting the program!

Worcester Public Schools, Worcester Public Library Team Up For Accessible Summer Reading 📚😎 This summer, all Worcester Public Schools (WPS) students who will enter grades 7, 8, 9, or 10 in the fall will have free access to digital versions of their summer reading books thanks to a new partnership with the Worcester Public Library (WPL). The students will receive free access to digital summer reading books through the Sora app on Clever. The digital books are now available for 90-day checkout at no cost to WPS students or their families.

 🎉It's official! School's out for summer!  Congratulations to all our incredible students for their hard work and achievements this year! 🎓📚 A big thank you to our dedicated teachers, staff, and families for their support! 🙏 Wishing everyone a fantastic summer break filled with fun, relaxation, and new adventures!☀️ 😊 We can't wait to see you all refreshed and ready to learn again in the fall!

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a significant day in American history marking the end of slavery in the United States. This day reminds us of the importance of freedom, equality, and justice for all. Let's honor the resilience and contributions of the Black community and continue to educate ourselves and our students about the importance of this historic day. Wishing everyone a meaningful Juneteenth! ✊🏽🖤❤️💚 Learn more at https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth

School canceled on Thursday, June 20th!🌞 We are anticipating hot weather this week with high temperatures forecast above 90 degrees Tuesday through Friday. As a result, school will be canceled on Thursday, June 20. In addition, Burncoat High School will be canceled on Friday, June 21. Last day of school will be tomorrow, Tuesday, June 18!

🎉 Congratulations Phu Nguyen on your retirement! Phu has been an inspiring High School Math Teacher for the past 30 years. Starting in 1994 at South High School and then moving to the original ALL School in 1995, he dedicated his career to shaping young minds. Phu also served as the Math Department Head for two years, seeing generations of students succeed. Check out Phu's reflections on his experience with Worcester Public Schools! Wishing you the best in your well-deserved retirement! 👏

🎓 Congratulations, South High Class of 2024! Here are some photos of families celebrating their graduates following Wednesday’s commencement ceremony at the DCU Center.

🏆On May 31st, at South High Community School, teams consisting of four students in grades 5 and 6 showcased their mathematical prowess in the 3rd annual Math Competition. We are proud to announce the winners in both individual and team categories. Individual Winners: 🥇First Place: Ashim Bhattarai – Thorndyke 🥈Second Place: Evan Ngo - Gates Lane 🥉Third Place: Derek Le - Nelson Place Milan Danger – Sullivan Middle Jenna Englehart - Gates Lane 🏆Fourth Place: Loycious Henry - Chandler Magnet Michael Lopez - City View Aayam Malakar - West Tatnuck Eda Quy Bui - Canterbury Street Team Winners: 🥇First Place: Worcester Arts Magnet, Nelson Place and Gates Lane. 🥈Second Place: Worcester Arts Magnet. 🥉Third Place: Quinsigamond, City View. 🏆Fourth Place: Flagg Street, Gates Lane, West Tatnuck and Thorndyke. Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their exceptional performance and dedication! Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their exceptional performance and dedication!! 🎉📚✨ A big thank you to the volunteers from Burncoat High, Doherty High, South High and Worcester Technical High!

🎓🌟 Congratulations to the South High Community School Class of 2024! 🌟🎓 We're thrilled to announce Ai Vy Le Ngo as this year's Valedictorian! 🎉 Ai Vy's exceptional academic achievements and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities make them a standout member of our community. From excelling in cross country, outdoor track, and cheerleading to demonstrating leadership in the Math Team, National Honor Society, and community service organizations, Ai Vy embodies dedication and passion. Their academic prowess, including completion of fourteen AP classes and earning recognition as a National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Student, showcases their commitment to excellence. As Ai Vy heads to MIT to pursue Computer Science and Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and Data Science, we are confident they will continue to shine bright and make a meaningful impact. Congratulations, Ai Vy, on your well-deserved success! 🌟🎓 The commencement ceremony begins at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, June 5th at the DCU Center, 50 Foster Street.

🎓 Graduation Live Stream on YouTube! 🎥🎓 Thanks to our friends at DCU Center, you can watch the livestream of the graduation ceremonies of the following high schools: - Worcester Technical High School, Monday, June 3, at 6 PM - Doherty Memorial High School, Tuesday, June 4, at 6 PM - South High Community School, Wednesday, June 5, at 6 PM - Burncoat High School, Friday, June 7, at 6 PM The recording of the ceremonies will be uploaded to YouTube within 24 hours of the event. You can view North High School’s ceremony now. We are unable to provide livestreams for the Claremont and UPCS commencement ceremonies, which are held in different locations. Tune in to watch the livestream or post-ceremony videos at www.youtube.com/@WEATV11! 🎉

We’re wishing the best of luck to the Worcester Wildcats city-wide rugby team after earning a spot in the MIAA Division 2 Rugby playoffs in their first season of state-recognized varsity competition!

Quarter 3 honor roll listings for the 2023-24 year are now posted! 🏆 Congratulations to the many scholars who are being acknowledged for their academic achievements.

⭐ WooStar Andy Sharry, physical education and health teacher at South High Community School ⭐ “Andy goes above and beyond in his role as a gym and health teacher,” said a fellow staff member. “He has organized CPR training for his students, he organized a heart check-up day bringing in doctors from the city to conduct heart checks, he volunteers to emcee our school pep rallies and dresses up in costumes to greet our students and promote "smile day" and other important days for our students." "He is a great teacher who emphasizes mindfulness and good health among his students."

Today for Teacher Appreciation Week we recognize Katie Eressy! Not only is Katie an amazing teacher, but she is also the advisor to South High's literary magazine "The Apricot Journal" which was recently recognized as distinguished as part of the annual Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazine.

🍎🦸‍♂️ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸‍♀️🍔 Today, we celebrate our amazing school lunch staff! Thank you for keeping our students fed and fueled! 🍎🦸‍♂️ Join us in showing appreciation for our school lunch heroes by thanking them for their hard work and dedication. Let's make today extra special for these everyday superheroes!

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month 🗓️ Let’s celebrate the diverse cultures and histories of Asian and Pacific Islander communities! Their stories are integral parts of American History. By celebrating their contributions, we enrich our understanding of our nation's history. Did you know that the concept of “labor rights” in the U.S. owes much to the activism of Asian immigrants? From the early Chinese laborers advocating for fair wages to the Filipino farmworkers igniting the fight for better working conditions, their legacy continues to inspire. 👏 Lean more https://buff.ly/3KLfzWM

Report cards are now on ParentSquare! Starting this quarter, we are transitioning to a more efficient and environmentally friendly method of distributing report cards! Report cards can now be accessed electronically through ParentSquare, our two-way communication platform for WPS families and staff! By delivering report cards electronically, we can streamline communication and ensure that you receive timely access to your child's academic progress. What you need to know: - Report cards will be sent directly to your ParentSquare account. - You will receive a notification once the report cards are available for viewing. - If you haven't already, please ensure that your ParentSquare account is up-to-date to avoid any delays in receiving your child's report card. We understand that this change may be different from what you're accustomed to, but we believe it will ultimately enhance the efficiency and convenience of accessing student academic records.

Happy Passover! Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the Israelites' Exodus from Egypt, and their transition from slavery to freedom. Learn more about the history of Passover: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/passover

Happy Easter! 🐣🌸 Did you know that Easter’s roots trace back to ancient festivals celebrating Spring? Discover the fascinating history behind this holiday and how it evolved over time! Read this article for more information https://buff.ly/2prGpwk

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 May you have the luck of the Irish today and every day! 💚 Did you know? The Irish have observed St. Patrick’s Day for more than 1,000 years as part of the Christian season of Lent. Learn more: https://buff.ly/2pbDYgz