Adventure Awaits at SSHS Library

Summer has quickly come to a close.  Sunburns will be ceasing and sleeping late will soon be a thing of the past. As for me, I am grateful for a summer that was balanced with rest and adventure.  I had the opportunity to co-host our first annual Summer Camp for South Side students. From the Loco Ropes to Silver Dollar City, we had an absolute blast. Then, I accompanied Senior Beta students to Nashville where we stayed at the incredible Gaylord Opryland Resort and had several national winners and even got to visit the Country Music Hall of Fame.

My husband and I spent our 20th anniversary in Mexico, where I am positive I found the perfect reading spot. In addition, we spent a lot of family time at the pool that was installed last Spring.  While my summer was a blast, around the end of July every year, I get really excited about the upcoming year. I begin to bring together all the plans, dreams, and ideas that have been swirling around in my mind and start to make them a reality.

As I reflect on beginning my 20th year in education, I am overwhelmed with emotions. So many aspects (both good and bad) of education have changed since I started this journey at South Side all those years ago. Many teachers have come and gone; some of my friends have retired.  I am now officially teaching kids of former students. Even if it makes me feel really old, there is just something special about teaching in a small school community and getting to watch your students grow into adults, and then to get to know them all over again as parents. On top of all that, it is also my daughter's senior year. Nothing prepares you for that.

This year, more than ever, the library is committed to being a vital and contributing part of the educational community at our school. Our theme is "Adventure Awaits - READ - EXPLORE - GROW." Whether a student (or teacher) is looking for something to read for fun, or for resources for a project, they will be able to find support at the library. Our mission continues to be our guiding force:

The SSHS Library exists to assist students in the learning process, to support the educational needs of our faculty, to ensure all patrons have access to appropriate resources, to provide good books for the enjoyment of all, to offer engaging programming activities, and to provide community and safe haven to those who might seek it.

The SSHS Library is open again for the 2022-23 school year. Our theme indicates that Adventure Awaits, and this is true. You never know what activities, games, or shenanigans will be happening. But the truth is, much more than that awaits you. You will find community; you will find opportunities to grow; and you will find sanctuary.

There is something for everyone at SSHS Library.

It has been a while since I last blogged, but one of my goals this year is to pick it back up again, so stay tuned.

Until next time,

Mrs. Hutto