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Spring Hill VS. Strong The Strong Bulldogs arrived in Spring Hill as an undefeated team. Spring Hill got ahead early at 14-6. After the second half, the Bears fumbled the ball 3 times, one fumble leading Strong to a touchdown. The second fumble was picked up by Strong and ran in for a touchdown. After a failed attempt of a lateral by Spring Hill Strong scored their final touchdown with the score being 18-14. Even though Spring Hill lost they still played a good game. *Sport Pictures On Page 12
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Finding a spider on Halloween is considered good luck!
77% of Spring Hill Kids go out on Halloween. When asked if they believed in ghosts our students said: 38% no, 32% were unsure, and 29% said yes.
Candy corn was originally called chicken feed. Spring Hill Students claim Scream is the scariest movie.
This week onTtruck of Hill we have Micah Hardee’s gray Dodge Ram 3/4 ton Cummins on 35 grapps.(tires) He’s riding in style with black seats and white stitching and he drives like a race car driver. If you don’t see him you will definitely hear him running up and down the road.
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Whatley's Words Principal's Corner Seasonal
Table Of Contents
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New to the Crew
what's up the hill
Senior Spotlight Little Bear Updates
Around the town Movie Review Comic
Community
Friday Night Lights
November
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Whatley Words of Wisdom:
Why do we say, "Trick or Treat"? This phrase suggests that if a treat (like candy) is given, then the child will not perform a "trick" (mischief) on the owner of the house. However, I would be very cautious of not trying the "trick" or "treat" on your teachers! LOL, have a great and safe Halloween, btw....I like candy!!
Principal’s Corner:
We have had an awesome first nine weeks of school. PAWS was a huge success and I am so proud of our student body for showing up to that event. Also, I am very proud of our students in FCA for leading that event. PT Conferences went well and we appreciate all our parents for coming and visiting with us and investing in their child's education. We are looking forward to finishing this semester strong. It's so great being a Spring Hill Bear!
Fall Festival
On October 27, the elementary kids had their fall festival with all the kids and staff dressing up and partaking in different fall games and activities in the gym. The kids paraded through the halls to show off their costumes to the High Schoolers.
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New To The Crew
Allison Steed is a new teacher here at Spring Hill Elementary teaching second grade. Before coming to Spring Hill she would always hear that Spring Hill is like one big family. She has only been here for three short months now and she 100% agrees we are one big family. Allison Steed had students taught and subbed at some very big schools in the Little Rock and Benton areas. She has been welcomed into this close-knit community. The thing she is most excited about is watching the growth in my students throughout their year in my classroom. I can't wait to look back at the end of the year and think about how much they have accomplished. It will be very hard to say goodbye to my first group of babies as they go to third grade, but it will make my heart so proud to think of all their success!
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Allison Steed
I decided to come to Spring Hill because of its reputable ag program. I enjoy participating in agricultural E activities, including FFA. Now that I am enrolled here, I have enjoyed spending time in Mr. Plyler's class and traveling around to FFA contests representing Spring Hill. I am still taking classes in my old school in addition to what I am taking at Spring Hill and I believe both schools offer a lot of good things. I feel at home in both and they each offer many opportunities to make new friends! Before Spring Hill, I did not have an FFA to participate in so I am glad to finally be involved in that. It's the friendliness of everyone here at Spring Hill that makes it so much fun to come. I was not here very long before I had several friends to visit with in between classes and attend games with. I have four younger siblings; Gatlin, Wade, Blair, and Cora. Something I appreciate about Spring Hill that sets it apart from other schools is the relationship the teachers have with the students. Some of the teachers I am not even taking classes with come and chat with me during lunch period and make sure everyone is enjoying their day. After high school, I hope to attend the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. My plan as of right now is to double major in Animal Science and Agribusiness and I am considering earning my Masters in Animal Science with a pharmaceutical endorsement.
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Club Updates FFA still has their Fresh Country fundraiser until November 14, 2023. FBLA went to their fall conference at UAHT-Hope Campus on October 25th. FCCLA attended the Ronald McDonald House as well as helped at the Food Bank in Little Rock on October 25th. TSA will be going to their conference on November 14, 2023. FCA will have its next meeting in November.
Our Journalism Class
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In The Spotlight staff
Kahlynn Walton
Ms.Walton has taught at Spring Hill School District for the past 9 years. While at Springhill she has taught K12 arts. Springhill is special to Ms.Walton because she loves the way the community pulls together in a bad time. She enjoys different things with each grade so she does not have a favorite class. She became a teacher because she enjoys working with students and seeing their projects they create.
Writers Block
Emma Rhodes
Emma Rhodes is a second-year journalism member ,she chose journalism because she thought it would be new and fun to try! She is one of the best writers in the newspaper. One thing she likes about journalism, it is always interesting to be able to interview someone and learn something new about them. Some skills Emma has learned from this is accountability, organization, communication skills, and writing skills. She plans on taking journalism next year. Outside of school, Emma enjoys spending time with family and hanging out with Briar. I also enjoy playing softball, reading, and being outside.
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I plan on going to college at either Harding or Arkansas University. My goal for this year is to make it to state in basketball this year. I plan on making my future occupation as a lawyer. I will miss all my teachers especially, Mrs. Smith and Lew, when I’m gone. My advice for underclass men is to take all the financial planning with Mrs. Smith. I’ve been at Spring Hill 12 years. I play basketball and work at Chick fil a. My favorite memory at Spring Hill was winning state in the 9th grade.
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Lilli is a senior at Spring Hill High School. She plans on going to college at Arkansas State, in Jonesboro, AR. Her goal for this year is to make many memories and cherish the moments she has this year because she won't get them back. Lilli wants to be an X-Ray technician. Lilli will miss most about Spring Hill seeing all her friends every day. “I feel like I will miss being at school because it has been a routine since I was 5.” Lilli’s advice to underclassmen is to “never give up, even when you take that one test and don't get a good grade it will all be okay and it will get better. Also even though your teachers seem strict they are really just here to help you and get you to the next step.” Lilli has only attended Spring Hill since the start of this semester. She moved here from Louisiana. Lilli loves to play softball and volleyball. Lilli works at Amigo Juans in Hope. Her favorite memory at Spring Hill so far has definitely been going to the football games and being at the pep rallies.
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Elementary Mrs. McCain’s class won the first 9 weeks attendance contest and were treated to snow cones! Congratulations to these students!
Pre-K Our Preschoolers had so much fun dressing up for Red Ribbon Week!
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h T e d T n o u w o r n A On November 3, at 7:00 - 11:00 P.M, the ‘East Nash Grass and The Cleverlys’ concert will be performed at Hempstead Hall at Hope, AR! Hear the sounds of these two bands as they perform! Come on over and feel the music!
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Movie Review “The Blind” was recently released on September 28, 2023. It is a faith-centered biopic of the young Phil Roberston and his life before he became well known on the popular reality series “Duck Dynasty.” This movie focuses on the ideas of redemption and forgiveness as it shows Phil’s Christian testimony and him coming to God! It is a must-see film!
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Community On October 28 from 10 am-11 am or 7 pm -8 pm. There will be an ACT prep class being offered by SWEC. Please visit their Facebook Page for more information.
FCCLA will be hosting its Hay Ride on Thursday, November 3rd!
Bear Spotlight Congratulations to Senior, Trace Clements for being named the SWARK player of the week!
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Contri-bOO-ters Kelsi Korenek- Editor in Chief Kaegan Burke Ellery Ward Ethan Kidd Kyliegh Pierson Josh Hilton Briar Ridling
Hannah Lemay- Co-Editor Kenzie Thompson Kassidy Beasley Makenzie Mackey Emma Rhodes Corbin Overton
Alicia Dowell-Advisor
Home of the Bears! VISION Spring Hill High School strives to provide an enthusiastic and engaging educational environment designed around preparing students to become college and career ready and productive members of society. MISSION Develop self-motivated learners by teaching students organization skills and creating support networks to enhance their problem-solving abilities. Provide rigorous academic challenges including concurrent credit courses. Expose students to a variety of career options. Motivate students by providing uplifting teachers and visuallyinviting classrooms. Teach students the necessary life skills to become productive citizens.
Spring Hill School District 633 Spring Lake Rd Phone: 870-777-8236 Fax: 870-777-9200 Spring Hill Elementary 870-722-7420 Spring Hill High School 870-722-7430
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