
Time is running out in the Smithton back-to-school sale. Don't miss your chance to save 30% on all spirit wear! Shop at http://1stplace.sale/29355
Sale ends in 1 week!

Girls On the Run is back at Smithton School this Fall! Please click the link below to sign up your 3rd-5th grade student! GOTR meets weekly Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:15 - 4:30. Program Registration is open & Practices begin next week!
End of Season 5K in Forest Park on 11/18.
https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/23FAProgram?sid=76037eee80654d3db5718ca1d65859ba


Below is the link to our Teamwork Tuesday online apparel store. This is a fundraiser for our Character Council. Character Council is a student leadership group that works to promote the good character of all students at Smithton Elementary in order to boost school climate and therefore, make our school a more effective place to learn.
Faculty, staff, and students wear their these shirts every Tuesday to promote teamwork.
The Teamwork Tuesday online store will be open until Monday, September 18th. Orders will then be delivered to school and distributed.
https://aim-designs.square.site/teamwork-tuesday

5th grade is learning about Matter! Tuesday Mr. Sehr's Class made “Oobleck” to demonstrate Non-Newtonian” fluids! #ScienceRules






The Smithton School Student of the Month for September 2023 is Blase Gilbreth. Blase was chosen for this award by the faculty and administration of the school. The award was presented to Blase for displaying a good work ethic, outstanding character, and good behavior. Blase also shows respect, leadership, willingness to help her peers, and kindness to others. Blase will receive a plaque and a gift card from the school.
Blase is the son of Anthony and Angela Gilbreth. He likes bowling, running and occasionally gaming friends. Blase would love to get a dog soon.
His favorite quote is, "If it's worth doing, it's worth overdoing."


Don't miss out on the Smithton back-to-school sale! You'll save 30% across the entire site! Less than 2 weeks left. Shop at https://1stplace.sale/29355
10% of sales come back to the district!



We have open positions and positions for subs! Come work with us!



Me. Sehr's 5th grade demonstrates their understanding of longitude and latitude with a fun game of battleship! #5thGradeRules










In STEM last week 1st Grade designed their own playgrounds.




Our Fall Book Fair starts this week! Please see the flyer for details!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/smithtonelementaryschool1



Gear up for the school year with Smithton spirit wear! Enjoy a 30% discount across our entire website with hundreds of designs and garment styles waiting for you! Orders ship to home in just 10-12 business days! Sales ends September 14th.


2nd Grade celebrated Watermelon Week this past week! They had a blast! Here are snaps from Mrs. Stuhlsatz & Mrs. Sliment's classes.











Smithton Familes, please check your email and/or voicemail for modified dismissal procedures for today! Thank you.

Due to last years' AMAZING response, Grandparents Day will be split over 2 DAYS this September! Flyers will be sent home with students this week. Please note that lunch money is due next Wednesday.


Picture Day is tomorrow! Order before Picture Day to receive free shipping to the school. Order now at inter-state.com/order and use Order Code 78163EF.


Gear up for the school year with Smithton spirit wear! 📚 Enjoy a 30% discount across our entire website during the back-to-school sale. With hundreds of designs waiting for you, shop now and get your order in just 10-12 business days! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/29355
10% of proceeds come back to Smithton School!


Volunteers Needed!


Picture Day is next Thursday, 8/24, mark your calendar! Order before Picture Day to receive free shipping to the school. Ordering online is easy, visit inter-state.com/order and use Order Code 78163EF.


The Smithton Back-to-School Sale is live! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments with fast home delivery! You'll save 30% off the entire site, including all new designs and product lines! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/29355
10% of your purchase comes back to Smithton School!
Please note that regular priced Cougar gear is available for sale at 1st Place Spiritwear 24/7/365!


Welcome new Jr. High Teacher, Mr. Whetstone to Smithton School! Mr. Whetstone comes to us after spending time at Althoff Catholic High School & Mascoutah High School. He received his bachelors degree from SIU - Carbondale and his Masters in Education from McKendree University. Mr. Whetstone is married to Lyndsey and has two daughters, Rylei & Marlee, and two dogs. In his free time, Mr. Whetstone likes to exercise, coach football, run his gym and spend time outdoors camping & hiking. Mr. Whetstone is excited to work at Smithton to be in a school that seems to work together to create a great structured experience for the students.
Quote - "Live the life you Love." Bob Marley
