Smithville Elementary School

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today we honor the enduring legacy of Dr. King. Let’s reflect on his message of peace, justice, and the power of light to lead the way toward a better future for everyone.

🚨Reminder🚨
No school on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 🕊️

📚 Mid-Year GSA Benchmark Testing ✏️➗

Students in 3rd and 4th grade will begin mid-year GSA benchmark testing starting Tuesday, January 20th.

🗓 Testing Schedule:

Tuesday: Reading

Wednesday: Writing

Thursday: Math

Please help your child do their best by ensuring they get a good night’s sleep each night and arrive at school on time each day of testing.

Thank you for your continued support as our students show what they know! 💙

🍩 Krispy Kreme Fundraiser – Smithville Elementary PTO 🍩

Smithville Elementary PTO is hosting a Krispy Kreme Doughnut Fundraiser to support our school!

🍩 Dozen Options Available
✔️ Original Glazed®
✔️ Chocolate Iced
✔️ Lemon Filled
✔️ Raspberry Filled
☕ Coffee also available!

📝 Order forms are due by Wednesday, January 29th
📦 Order pickup will be Wednesday, February 12th
💵 Please make checks payable to SES PTO

Order forms will be sent home with students.

Thank you for your continued support of Smithville Elementary! 💚

🦖 DINO DAY FUN! 🦕

Today’s Attendance Surprise Day 🎉 brought prehistoric excitement — every student got their very own dinosaur buddy 🐲💚

It was a ROAR-tastic day full of smiles and dino-sized joy! 😄✨

We hope you have a dino-mite New Year! 🎆🦖💛

🌟 Star Students – January 🌟

We are proud to recognize our Star Students for the month of January! ⭐
The character trait of the month is Compassion, and these students have gone above and beyond by showing kindness, empathy, and care for others in our school community. 💙

Way to shine and set a wonderful example for others! Keep up the great work! 👏✨

📅❄️ January Menu ❄️📅

Our January Menu is now available! 🍎🥪✨
Take a look to see what delicious meals are planned for the month! 😄🍽️

🗞️❄️ January Newsletter ❄️🗞️

Our January Newsletter is now available! 📬✨
Check it out to stay updated on all the exciting things happening at Smithville Elementary this month! 🎉📚

Happy New Year! Just as a reminder- January 2nd is a Professional Learning Day for staff, there is no school for students.

We look forward to see everyone on Monday, January 5, 2026!

🎉✨ Happy New Year! ✨🎉

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season filled with joy and laughter. Just a friendly reminder that school will resume on **Monday, January 5th**. We can’t wait to see all our students back and ready for an amazing new year of learning! 🏫📚💛

🎄✨ Merry Christmas! ✨🎄

Wishing everyone a joyful and magical Christmas filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends. 🎁❤️🎅

May your day be merry and bright! 🌟🎉

Wishing our entire School Family a Joyful Break!

As we head into the holiday season, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible staff for their dedication, our students for their hard work, and our families for their unwavering support.

May your Christmas be filled with wonder and your New Year bring peace and new opportunities. We hope you enjoy this well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and make memories with loved ones.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We can’t wait to see you all in 2026! 🎄🌟

🎄✨ Christmas Break Announcement! ✨🎄

Christmas Break will be December 22nd – January 2nd!
School will resume on Monday, January 5th.

We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved break—spend time with the ones you love and soak in the holiday magic. ❤️

Merry Christmas! 🎅🎁✨

Happy Holidays, Ritchie County Families!

The most wonderful time of the year is here! We want to wish all of our students, staff, and families a restful and joy-filled Christmas Break.

Dates to Remember:

Break Begins: December 20th

Students Return: January 5th

Staff Note: January 2nd is a Professional Learning Day.

We can't wait to see everyone back in 2026! Enjoy the magic of the season. 🎄✨

Reminder-
Tomorrow, Friday December 19th is 2 hour Early Dismissal.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

📢 **Early Dismissal Reminder** 📢

Friday, December 19th will be an early dismissal day for students.
🕐 Students will be dismissed at **1:00 PM**.

Please make any necessary arrangements for your child’s pick-up. Thank you!

📣 Menu Update for the Remainder of the Week 🍽️

🎄 Wednesday – Christmas Dinner
Ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, hot roll, fruit, and a treat

🎒 Thursday
• Pre-K: Cook’s Choice
• K–4: Packed lunch for the field trip

🍕 Friday
Pizza, corn, salad, and fruit

Thank you! 😊

🎄✨ Christmas Spirit Week is Coming! ✨🎄

Get ready to show your holiday cheer! Smithville Elementary will be celebrating Christmas Spirit Week from December 15th–19th. Each day will have a fun and festive theme for students to enjoy. 🎅🎁❄️

We can’t wait to see everyone’s Christmas spirit! ❤️💚

🎉 December Star Students 🎉

We are so proud to recognize our Star Students for the month of December! These students have gone above and beyond, showing kindness, hard work, and a wonderful attitude every day.

✨ Character Trait of the Month: Resilient ✨
This month we are celebrating students who show resilience—those who keep trying, bounce back from challenges, and never give up. We are so impressed with their determination and positive spirit!

👏 Congratulations to all of our December Star Students! Keep shining brightly! 🌟

🎄✨ Reminder! Our Christmas Program is Tomorrow! ✨🎄

Smithville Elementary School’s Christmas Program is happening tomorrow!

📅 Date: Tuesday, December 9th
⏰ Doors Open: 5:30 PM
⏰ Program Starts: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Smithville Elementary School
🎒 Students Should Arrive By: 5:45 PM

Come enjoy a festive evening filled with music, fun, and holiday cheer from our talented students! 🌟🎶