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The Cardinal Way

Ignite - Connect - Empower

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Congratulations to Austin Lundsford, the Student-Selected Staff Member of the Week!

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Mr. Lundsford was selected by the Leadership Council and surprised during iPass on Friday.

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Reserved Parking Spot for the Week

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McAlister's Deli Gift Card

Weekly Inspiration

Enjoy this short message about part of Stephen Covey's book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People"

Seek first to understand Then to be understood | Empathic Listening | Habit 5 | Ep 11/13

Listening is Key to Communication

I'm not going to lie, the weekly inspiration video was a reminder I needed for myself so I figured I'd share it with you as well. During recent conversations both personally and professionally, I found myself planning my response while other people were talking rather than truly engaging in active listening and seeking to understand.


Stress and a feeling that I have too much to do and not enough time are often culprits for my ineffective listening practices. I have had to remind myself to pause and get my mind right before engaging in a conversation where someone is seeking to communicate something important with me.


I've also found myself asking what people are wanting to get out of a conversation... are you seeking a conversation to work towards a solution, are you looking to vent and don't really want to discuss the situation, are you wanting to propose an idea, etc.? This question has been especially helpful as my role as a wife - one I constantly need improvement in - but it also helps professionally. Seeking to undestand what someone is hoping to get out of a conversation helps reach the end goal of the communication.


I know this is something most if not all of you already know, but sometimes we all just need a little reminder. Let's spend this week trying to be the best listeners for our students, each other, and our families.


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Cardinal Recognitions

Thank You To:

  • Sam Hanley, Vivian Leach, and everyone who helped with picture retakes and senior portraits last week. We appreciate your support so that all students have the opportunity to be represented in the yearbook.
  • Mrs. Richardson for hosting our first fall choir concert this past week. Our students did a great job showcasing their talents and positively representing the performing arts at SHS.
  • Mr. Weimer and Mr. Morse for organizing our first required bus evacuation drill before school on Thursday. The drill went off without any issues and all students were back in the building without any disruption to class time.
  • All staff members who helped run a successful active intruder drill on Friday.
  • The Art Department, Counseling Office, and Instructional Coaches for hosting the September staff breakfast on Friday. The coffee and donuts were very much appreciated!

Chirps & Cheers

"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." - Oprah Winfrey

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Adam Morelock, Chris Sponsler, Christy Vance and Kris Brennan with Cards at Camp

Last Wednesday through Friday a group of SHS students helped lead the Clinton Young Elementary School students who were attending their overnight trip to Flat Rock YMCA camp in St. Paul, IN. Reports from the staff were that our students were AMAZING! Thank you to Mr. Morelock, Mr. Sponsler, Mrs. Vance, and Mrs. Brennan for helping to supervise the SHS students during the trip.

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Thomas Wright, Austin Lundsford, and the ISO

Mr. Wright and Mr. Lundsford welcomed the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra to Southport High School on Thursday evening. Our students, staff, and community were able to listen to professional musicians in OUR auditorium, and it sounded amazing. It was a wonderful evening of expanding music appreciation and positively representing SHS.
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David Henriott (aka - Johnny Appleseed)

Mr. Henriott visited kindergarteners at Douglas MacArthur Kindergarten Academy last week and dressed up as Johnny Applessed in honor of his upcoming 249th birthday. He read a book, taught students about apples, and encouraged students to be kind to each other.
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Joan Tejchma & her Chemistry class

Tej's Chemistry class students were using ballooms to investigate the behavior of electrons. Students were able to actually see science and electrons in a "real-life" situation.
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Leah Enterline & her PE 1 class

Ms. Enterline used Peardeck, videos, and modeling to teach students the different types of serves while playing badminton.
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David Stroup & the Varsity Boys' Soccer Team

Coach Stroup and the boys' soccer team defeated Speedway 4-0 Friday evening to advance to the Marion County championship game at North Central High School. The Cardinals faced #2 ranked Pike in the championship game on Saturday evening. The team played a great game but fell just short, losing 1-2 in the final.

Educational Humor

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Southport High School

Amy M. Boone, Principal

Website: https://www.perryschools.org/sh/
Location: 971 East Banta Road, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: 317-789-4800
Twitter: @SHS_Cardinals