The Arapahoe Public School, in conjunction with our communities, is dedicated to inspire students with a desire to learn and to teach them the life-long skills to succeed as responsible citizens.
Southern Valley Elementary has combined the 3 attendance centers previously located in the communities of Beaver City, Orleans, and Oxford to form the new Souther Valley Elementary. Southern Valley Elementary and Southern Valley Junior/Senior High are located 8 miles south of Oxford on Highway 46, 10 miles east of Beaver City on Highway 89, and 10 miles west of Orleans on Highway 89. Links to the left will take you within Southern Valley system.The Southern Valley system consists of six communities; Beaver City, Edison, Hendley, Orleans, Oxford, and Stamford. Our ethnic characteristics are a majority of Caucasian, with a small minority population. The communities are supported by agriculture, five financial institutions, and other small businesses. Southern Valley Schools is currently classified by the Nebraska Schools Activity Association as Class C-1. Our school offers a diverse curriculum with advanced courses in math, science, english, industrial technology, art, and business. At the elementary level the curriculum is aligned for continuity and consistency district wide for our students. Our school endeavors to meet the needs of all students through a variety of programs. Our Title I program serves elementary students in all buildings. Four full time resource teachers are provided. Speech Pathologists and Preschool / Alternative Kindergarten services are provided through the Educational Service Unit 11.