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NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERS TOP IN CLASS 1
"In every situation we must look on the bright side, lean on each other for support, and push on because that is the only way that we can persevere and advance in life. Let’s go into the world and show them the power of a Northside Grizzly. Thank you and congratulations, Northside’s Senior Class of 2020."
~ GABRIEL COLPITTS
ASHTON BAILEY
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"At Northside, I didn't feel like an outsider anymore because I saw people who looked like me. They call us the most diverse school in Arkansas, and I love that. I love that in the hallways you don't see the same color. We are what America looks like but smaller, we are the melting pot of Arkansas. There were days where I didn’t feel like I belonged but now I am certain that I do and that is because of this amazing school."
~ JORDYN RELEFORD
"Kindness goes a long way, which is a notion that Northside has done a fantastic job of exemplifying. No matter where you end up, no matter what career you choose to have, no matter what life you choose to lead, I hope that it is full of opportunity, knowledge, and kindness."
~ REBEKAH KREHBIEL ZANE WATSON DOSOUTHMAGAZINE.COM
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On Tuesday, May 12, Northside and Southside teachers, principals, Fort Smith Public Schools (FSPS) Board members and administration distributed more than 1,000 yard signs to graduating seniors across the Fort Smith area.
“We care about our seniors. We’re thinking about them every day and are excited to celebrate their success.”
~ Dr. Rathbun, Principal Northside High School
“It’s important for seniors to know that we see them, and we honor their success and accomplishments.”
~ Dr. Miller, Principal Southside High School
Dr. Brubaker and his daughter distribute a yard sign to Southside High School student Angelina Ha, who served on the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council.
Fort Smith Public Schools Board of Education President, Mr. Bill Hanesworth, delivers a senior yard sign.
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Dr. Lisa Miller, Southside High School Principal and Dr. Keri Rathbun, Northside High School Principal proudly hold the senior yard signs.