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WELCOME TO SOUTH

Student Arrival Time:

8:15 am

Start Time/Tardy Bell:

8:40 am

Dismissal Time:

3:40 pm

OUR MISSION:

We exist to inspire and empower every child daily by nurturing their academic, emotional, and social growth in a caring and supportive environment.

 

OUR VISION: 

To build an exceptional school experience where every student thrives.

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MGSD District Principal of the Year!!

Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Dortch on being recognized as MGSD’s 2025 Principal of the Year! We are grateful for your leadership! We are proud and excited to begin the 25/26 school year with you leading the way!Mrs. Dortch - District Principal of the Year

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OUR CORE VALUES

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Authentic Relationships

We believe in an environment that is welcoming to all, creating a sense of community. We believe in an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and all people know they belong.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Photograph with four high school CTE students holding plaques and wearing medals for their SkillsUSA competition.

Empowerment

We believe students, families, and staff should have a voice in the growth and development of the school system. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation in an effort to continuously improve.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Two smiling elementary students sitting on the carpet doing school work and visiting with each other.

Equity

We believe there is inherent worth in all people. We believe in ensuring all staff, students, and families have the opportunity and access necessary for a successful outcome.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
A diverse group of people and Board of Education members cutting the ribbon for the opening of the new Selma Burke Middle School.

Integrity

We believe in honesty and transparency in our work as a district. We believe a culture of trust between staff, students, families, and the community is the backbone of a successful school system.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
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Safety

We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels safe and supported. We believe safety includes physical safety, as well as mental health and well-being.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Photograph with four diverse students in cap and gown on graduation.

Authentic Relationships

We believe in an environment that is welcoming to all, creating a sense of community. We believe in an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and all people know they belong.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Photograph with four high school CTE students holding plaques and wearing medals for their SkillsUSA competition.

Empowerment

We believe students, families, and staff should have a voice in the growth and development of the school system. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation in an effort to continuously improve.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Two smiling elementary students sitting on the carpet doing school work and visiting with each other.

Equity

We believe there is inherent worth in all people. We believe in ensuring all staff, students, and families have the opportunity and access necessary for a successful outcome.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
A diverse group of people and Board of Education members cutting the ribbon for the opening of the new Selma Burke Middle School.

Integrity

We believe in honesty and transparency in our work as a district. We believe a culture of trust between staff, students, families, and the community is the backbone of a successful school system.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan
Two elementary students and their teacher cleaning a pumpkin and using the seeds to learn math.

Safety

We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels safe and supported. We believe safety includes physical safety, as well as mental health and well-being.

Visit our 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan