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Located on Southern York County School District's main campus, Southern Elementary School provides an excellent educational foundation for kindergarten through sixth-grade students. We look forward to having you and your child join our Southern family. Together, in partnership, we will help your child develop the academic and social-emotional skills needed to be successful in elementary school and beyond!
Success Starts Here
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about Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Schools: Southern York County School District is proud to be named the first Pennsylvania school district to achieve Level 1 High Reliability School certification in all schools!
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about Inclusive Opportunities:We are proud to offer opportunities for all of our students to shine!
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about Academic Excellence: Southern York County School District is renowned for its long-standing tradition of excellence in education. Check out the many ways our students excel!
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about Student Handbooks
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about Counseling & Social Services
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about Student Assistance Program
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about Alumni
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