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βοΈ January Menu βοΈπ
Our January Menu is now available! ππ₯ͺβ¨
Take a look to see what delicious meals are planned for the month! ππ½οΈ
Our January Menu is now available! ππ₯ͺβ¨
Take a look to see what delicious meals are planned for the month! ππ½οΈ

ποΈβοΈ January Newsletter βοΈποΈ
Our January Newsletter is now available! π¬β¨
Check it out to stay updated on all the exciting things happening at Smithville Elementary this month! ππ
Our January Newsletter is now available! π¬β¨
Check it out to stay updated on all the exciting things happening at Smithville Elementary this month! ππ

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

πβ¨ Happy New Year! β¨π
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 canβt wait to see all our students back and ready for an amazing new year of learning! π«ππ
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 canβt wait to see all our students back and ready for an amazing new year of learning! π«ππ

πβ¨ Merry Christmas! β¨π
Wishing everyone a joyful and magical Christmas filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends. πβ€οΈπ
May your day be merry and bright! ππ
Wishing everyone a joyful and magical Christmas filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends. πβ€οΈπ
May your day be merry and bright! ππ

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 canβt wait to see you all in 2026! ππ
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 canβt wait to see you all in 2026! ππ

πβ¨ Christmas Break Announcement! β¨π
Christmas Break will be December 22nd β January 2nd!
School will resume on Monday, January 5th.
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved breakβspend time with the ones you love and soak in the holiday magic. β€οΈ
Merry Christmas! π πβ¨
Christmas Break will be December 22nd β January 2nd!
School will resume on Monday, January 5th.
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved breakβspend time with the ones you love and soak in the holiday magic. β€οΈ
Merry Christmas! π πβ¨

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. πβ¨
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. πβ¨

Reminder-
Tomorrow, Friday December 19th is 2 hour Early Dismissal.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Tomorrow, Friday December 19th is 2 hour Early Dismissal.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

π’ **Early Dismissal Reminder** π’
Friday, December 19th will be an early dismissal day for students.
π Students will be dismissed at **1:00 PM**.
Please make any necessary arrangements for your childβs pick-up. Thank you!
Friday, December 19th will be an early dismissal day for students.
π Students will be dismissed at **1:00 PM**.
Please make any necessary arrangements for your childβs pick-up. Thank you!

π£ Menu Update for the Remainder of the Week π½οΈ
π Wednesday β Christmas Dinner
Ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, hot roll, fruit, and a treat
π Thursday
β’ Pre-K: Cookβs Choice
β’ Kβ4: Packed lunch for the field trip
π Friday
Pizza, corn, salad, and fruit
Thank you! π
π Wednesday β Christmas Dinner
Ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, hot roll, fruit, and a treat
π Thursday
β’ Pre-K: Cookβs Choice
β’ Kβ4: Packed lunch for the field trip
π Friday
Pizza, corn, salad, and fruit
Thank you! π
πβ¨ Christmas Spirit Week is Coming! β¨π
Get ready to show your holiday cheer! Smithville Elementary will be celebrating Christmas Spirit Week from December 15thβ19th. Each day will have a fun and festive theme for students to enjoy. π πβοΈ
We canβt wait to see everyoneβs Christmas spirit! β€οΈπ
Get ready to show your holiday cheer! Smithville Elementary will be celebrating Christmas Spirit Week from December 15thβ19th. Each day will have a fun and festive theme for students to enjoy. π πβοΈ
We canβt wait to see everyoneβs Christmas spirit! β€οΈπ

π December Star Students π
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.
β¨ Character Trait of the Month: Resilient β¨
This month we are celebrating students who show resilienceβthose who keep trying, bounce back from challenges, and never give up. We are so impressed with their determination and positive spirit!
π Congratulations to all of our December Star Students! Keep shining brightly! π
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.
β¨ Character Trait of the Month: Resilient β¨
This month we are celebrating students who show resilienceβthose who keep trying, bounce back from challenges, and never give up. We are so impressed with their determination and positive spirit!
π Congratulations to all of our December Star Students! Keep shining brightly! π







πβ¨ Reminder! Our Christmas Program is Tomorrow! β¨π
Smithville Elementary Schoolβs Christmas Program is happening tomorrow!
π Date: Tuesday, December 9th
β° Doors Open: 5:30 PM
β° Program Starts: 6:00 PM
π Location: Smithville Elementary School
π Students Should Arrive By: 5:45 PM
Come enjoy a festive evening filled with music, fun, and holiday cheer from our talented students! ππΆ
Smithville Elementary Schoolβs Christmas Program is happening tomorrow!
π Date: Tuesday, December 9th
β° Doors Open: 5:30 PM
β° Program Starts: 6:00 PM
π Location: Smithville Elementary School
π Students Should Arrive By: 5:45 PM
Come enjoy a festive evening filled with music, fun, and holiday cheer from our talented students! ππΆ

ππ₯π TONIGHT is the night! Pancakes With the Grinch! ππ₯π
Donβt forget to join us this evening for a festive and fun night flipping pancakes with everyoneβs favorite green guy!
π Tonight β Friday, December 5th
β° 5:00β7:00 PM
π Smithville Community Building
π Cost:
β’ $8 per person
β’ SES students eat FREE
β’ Children 2 and under eat FREE
Bring the family for a sweet start to the holiday season β you wonβt want to miss it! ππ β¨
Donβt forget to join us this evening for a festive and fun night flipping pancakes with everyoneβs favorite green guy!
π Tonight β Friday, December 5th
β° 5:00β7:00 PM
π Smithville Community Building
π Cost:
β’ $8 per person
β’ SES students eat FREE
β’ Children 2 and under eat FREE
Bring the family for a sweet start to the holiday season β you wonβt want to miss it! ππ β¨

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β¨ The Smithville Elementary School PTO Santa Store is coming! β¨π
π When: December 8th β 12th
π΅ Each item: $2
π Spending limit: Each student can spend up to $20
Students will have the chance to shop for fun gifts for family and friends. Get ready for some holiday cheer! ππ
π When: December 8th β 12th
π΅ Each item: $2
π Spending limit: Each student can spend up to $20
Students will have the chance to shop for fun gifts for family and friends. Get ready for some holiday cheer! ππ

πβ¨ Join Us for Our Christmas Program! β¨π
Smithville Elementary School is excited to present our annual Christmas Program!
π Date: Tuesday, December 9th
β° Time: 6:00 PM
π Location: Smithville Elementary School
Come celebrate the holiday season with us and enjoy performances from our talented students! ππΆ
Smithville Elementary School is excited to present our annual Christmas Program!
π Date: Tuesday, December 9th
β° Time: 6:00 PM
π Location: Smithville Elementary School
Come celebrate the holiday season with us and enjoy performances from our talented students! ππΆ

December Menu is HERE! βοΈπ½οΈ
Check out whatβs cooking this month at Smithville Elementary! ππ
Weβve got lots of yummy meals lined up to keep our students fueled and festive all December long! ππβ¨
Check out whatβs cooking this month at Smithville Elementary! ππ
Weβve got lots of yummy meals lined up to keep our students fueled and festive all December long! ππβ¨

π November Attendance Basket Winners! π
Weβre excited to announce our November Attendance Basket winners! π§Ίπ
Thank you to all of our students who worked hard to be here every day β weβre so proud of you! ππ€
Congratulations to our lucky winners! π
Keep up the great attendance, and stay tuned for next monthβs prizes! ππ
Weβre excited to announce our November Attendance Basket winners! π§Ίπ
Thank you to all of our students who worked hard to be here every day β weβre so proud of you! ππ€
Congratulations to our lucky winners! π
Keep up the great attendance, and stay tuned for next monthβs prizes! ππ

ππ₯π Pancakes With the Grinch! ππ₯π
Join us for a festive and fun evening as we flip pancakes with everyoneβs favorite green guy!
π Friday, December 5th
β° 5:00β7:00 PM
π Smithville Community Building
π Cost:
β’ $8 per person
β’ SES students eat FREE
β’ Children 2 and under eat FREE
Bring the family for a sweet start to the holiday season β you wonβt want to miss it! ππ β¨
Join us for a festive and fun evening as we flip pancakes with everyoneβs favorite green guy!
π Friday, December 5th
β° 5:00β7:00 PM
π Smithville Community Building
π Cost:
β’ $8 per person
β’ SES students eat FREE
β’ Children 2 and under eat FREE
Bring the family for a sweet start to the holiday season β you wonβt want to miss it! ππ β¨

