More fun in STEM this week...5th grade dissected owl pellets, 2nd grade observed earthworms and 6th grade made games from cardboard boxes.










This weeks Staff Spotlight features Mrs. Hoover and Officer Sherman. Thank you for all you do!


Time is running out to show more Smithton pride and stack up your savings! Save up to 25% off when you buy more with code SPIRIT766! PLUS GET FREE shipping on orders $85+. https://1stplace.sale/29355
Sale runs through 2/15/26
Sale runs through 2/15/26

Smithton Elementary School - It’s ON! Be the Heartbeat of Change! 💓
Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing! Thank you for your efforts in helping to change and save lives. Many students and families already completed Finn’s Mission – THANK YOU! We need your help to reach our goal.
By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community.
Ready to jump in? Here’s how your family can help save lives:
Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.
Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl LXI tickets in 2027!
Donations are due on 2/27/26. Thank you for helping kids with special hearts!
Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing! Thank you for your efforts in helping to change and save lives. Many students and families already completed Finn’s Mission – THANK YOU! We need your help to reach our goal.
By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community.
Ready to jump in? Here’s how your family can help save lives:
Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.
Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl LXI tickets in 2027!
Donations are due on 2/27/26. Thank you for helping kids with special hearts!


The Book Fair is coming! Get ready to shop March 2nd through 6th.
Set up your e-wallets or shop online at: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/smithtonelementaryschool1
Set up your e-wallets or shop online at: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/smithtonelementaryschool1

This week in STEM...4th grade made 3D skeletons, Kindergarten made play-doh insects and 1st grade painted wings.








The Smithton School staff voted on the 7th graders dreamcatchers from Mrs. Berry's Social Studies classes. The staff voted on whose dreamcatcher from each of the three classes was their favorite creatively colored dreamcatcher. Our colorful artist winners are Ean Darr (7-1 Class), Khloe Patterson (7-2 Class), and Carter Ballard & Hunter Hatzenbuehler (7-3 Class). Congratulations to the Winners!



The 8th graders in each of Mrs. Berry's Social Studies classes voted on who gave the BEST George Washington Speech.
The students had to give an inspirational speech in General George Washington's point of view convincing the Continental Army to cross the Delaware River on the evening of Christmas Day to attack the Hessians in Trenton, New Jersey, the next morning.
The inspiring orators that won in each class are Lexi Fisaga (8-1 Class), Sofia Blackwood & Aadie Melton (8-2 Class), and Lucas Feole (8-3 Class). Congratulations to the Winners!
The students had to give an inspirational speech in General George Washington's point of view convincing the Continental Army to cross the Delaware River on the evening of Christmas Day to attack the Hessians in Trenton, New Jersey, the next morning.
The inspiring orators that won in each class are Lexi Fisaga (8-1 Class), Sofia Blackwood & Aadie Melton (8-2 Class), and Lucas Feole (8-3 Class). Congratulations to the Winners!




1 week until the Daddy/ Daughter Dance!

Picture Day is coming up on 02/19/2026! Order before Picture Day to receive FREE SHIPPING to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0419WRF


Today Ms. Davinroy's 5th graders played Super Bowl Inferencing. Students answered inference reading questions to make their way across the field to score a touchdown!








This week's Staff Spotlight features Ms. Courtney & Ms. Davinroy. Thank you for being rockstar teachers!


Girls on the Run is back at Smithton Elementary! 🎉 Register your 3rd - 5th grade girl now for the upcoming Spring 2026 season featuring the refreshed Girls on the Run curriculum, ‘Hello, Superstar!’ Your girl deserves the chance to build the confidence to be herself and love who she is. Today’s the day to get started!
Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00–4:30 PM.
Please register using the link below:
https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/26SPProgram
Feel free to email Mrs. Stuhlsatz with any questions or if you’re interested in helping coach!

Mrs. Carter's 2nd grade art students finished their paper mache animal masks today! They did a great job!


Mrs. Sliment’s 2nd graders and Ms. Ogilvie’s 5th graders got together for their buddy activity on Friday.










We’ve officially launched Kids Heart Challenge with the American Heart Association - let’s rally to change lives and be heart heroes for kids!
Through Finn’s Mission, you’ll learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR and how to recognize a stroke. Here are the next steps to take today:
Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge - see flyer for information: http://www2.heart.org/goto/smithton
Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
Complete Finn’s Mission: Learn Hands-Only CPR, earn your lifesavers cape and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!
By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community.
Contact Mr. Ratz with questions.
Through Finn’s Mission, you’ll learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR and how to recognize a stroke. Here are the next steps to take today:
Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge - see flyer for information: http://www2.heart.org/goto/smithton
Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
Complete Finn’s Mission: Learn Hands-Only CPR, earn your lifesavers cape and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!
By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community.
Contact Mr. Ratz with questions.


We are collecting donations for the Smithton Food Bank this week! Please bring in your donations Monday through Friday to the main foyer and place them on the table of your pick for the Superbowl winner!

1 week until Pancakes & Pajamas at Smithton School. Join us next Saturday morning for all you can eat pancakes!

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Pre-K had tons of fun celebrating their 100th Day of School! They did 100 exercises, shared a 100 piece trail mix, counted 100 things, worked on 100 piece puzzles, made necklaces with 100 Froot Loops and did all things the 100 Way!! 💯










