🌟 Star Students of the Month – April🌟

We are proud to recognize our Star Students of the Month for April! This month’s character trait is Integrity — doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

These outstanding students have demonstrated honesty, strong moral character, and the courage to make positive choices each day. Their actions set a powerful example for others and help make our school a better place for everyone.

👏 Join us in celebrating these incredible students for showing integrity in and out of the classroom. We are so proud of you!
about 8 hours ago, Smithville Elementary School
SES Star Students of the Month
SES Star Student of the Month - Brantley - Integrity
SES Star Student of the Month - Max - Integrity
SES Star Student of the Month - Brody - Integrity
SES Star Student of the Month - Jessa - Integrity
SES Star Student of the Month - Sophie - Integrity
SES Star Student of the Month - Gracie - Integrity
🎉📚 Book Bingo Night at Smithville Elementary! 📚🎉

Join us for a fun-filled evening of books, games, and prizes!

🗓 Wednesday, April 15th
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 SES Multipurpose Room

🎲 Play Book Bingo for a chance to win FREE books and prizes!
📖 Shop the “Buy One, Get One FREE” Scholastic Book Fair

✨ This is a great opportunity for families to shop the book fair together and pick out some amazing reads!

Bring the whole family for an exciting night celebrating reading—we can’t wait to see you there! 💙📚
3 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Smithville Elementary School Book Bingo Family Night Wednesday April 15th at 4:00 in the SES Multipurpose Room Play to win free books and prizes and shop the BOGO book fair.
🌸📚 Spring BOGO Book Fair is Coming! 📚🌸

Get ready to stock up on great reads at our Buy One, Get One FREE Spring Book Fair!

🗓 April 13th – 17th

This is the perfect chance for students to discover new books and build their home libraries just in time for spring! 🌷

💳 Easy & Safe Shopping with eWallet
Parents can create an eWallet account online so students can shop without needing cash. Set one up here:
👉 https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/smithvilleelementaryschool

We can’t wait to see everyone at the book fair—happy reading! 📖✨
3 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Smithville Elementary School Book Fair April 13th - 17th
🐰🌸 **Happy Easter from Smithville Elementary School!** 🌸🐰

Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a joyful Easter! May your day be filled with happiness, laughter, and time spent with loved ones.

Enjoy the beauty of the season and all the fun that comes with it—egg hunts, sweet treats, and making special memories! 🐣💐

💛 From all of us at Smithville Elementary, Happy Easter!
6 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Happy Easter - students return to school on tuesday, april 7th
🌸🐰 April Lunch Menu is Here! 🐰🌸

Smithville Elementary families—take a look at what’s cooking this April! 🍎🥪🍕
7 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
A blue, Easter-themed school lunch calendar graphic for Smithville Elementary School. The main content is titled “Ritchie County Elementary – April 2026” and displays a weekly lunch menu organized Monday through Friday. The background includes pastel Easter eggs, a white bunny illustration on the left, and a raccoon character on the bottom right. The Ritchie County Schools logo appears in the bottom left corner with the words “Excellence in Education.” General Notes: The first week, April 1–3 (Wednesday–Friday), is labeled “Spring Break.” Monday, April 6 is also labeled “Spring Break.” Friday, April 24 is labeled: “Professional Learning Day – No School for Students.” A note at the bottom reads: “All Breakfast Served with Cereal, Milk, Juice and Fruit. All Lunches Served with Milk. Menu subject to change.” Daily Menu: Tuesday, April 7 Cinnamon Roll Fish Scalloped Potatoes Peas Bread Fruit Wednesday, April 8 Donut Pulled Pork Sandwich Baked Potato Baked Beans Fruit Thursday, April 9 Muffin Ravioli Salad Breadstick Fruit Friday, April 10 Cook’s Choice Pizza Corn Salad Fruit Monday, April 13 French Toast Cheeseburger Smiley Fries Lettuce / Tomato / Pickle Fruit Tuesday, April 14 Breakfast Sandwich Chicken & Rice Bowl Roasted Black Bean & Corn Salsa Fruit Wednesday, April 15 Fru-del (pastry item) Calzone Corn Salad Fruit Thursday, April 16 Breakfast Bar Pepperoni Roll Pinto Beans Cottage Cheese Carrots / Dip Pineapple Friday, April 17 Cook’s Choice Fiesta Pizza Corn Salad Fruit Monday, April 20 Oats / Toast Chicken Nuggets Peas Mac N Cheese Fruit Tuesday, April 21 Banana Loaf Salisbury Steak Mashed Potato / Gravy Green Beans Bread Fruit Wednesday, April 22 Pancake Pizza Corn Salad Fruit Thursday, April 23 Egg Bites Beef & Noodles Peas Salad Fruit Friday, April 24 Professional Learning Day No School for Students Monday, April 27 Waffles Hot Dog / Sauce Fries Veggies / Dip Fruit Tuesday, April 28 Bagel Stick Chicken Nachos Mexican Corn Veggies / Dip Fruit Wednesday, April 29 Donut Pizza Crunchers Corn Salad Fruit Thursday, April 30 Pop Tart & Yogurt Taco Salad Pinto Beans Fruit This image is a colorful monthly lunch calendar designed for elementary school families, featuring festive spring visuals and clearly organized daily meal listings.
🌸📚 April Raider Reader is Here! ☀️🌼

Spring is in the air, and we have an exciting month ahead at school! Be sure to check out our April newsletter for all the important updates and events.
11 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
A colorful school newsletter flyer titled “April Raider Reader.” At the top are playful illustrations of the Earth on the left and a smiling sun on the right. The flyer is divided into two columns labeled “Important Dates.” Left Column (March–April Events): March 30th – April 6th: Spring Break. Students return to school April 7th. April 13th – 17th: BOGO Book Fair. April 13th: End of 5th 6 Weeks grading period. April 15th: Report Card Day (grades 3 and 4), PTO meeting at 3:15, and Book Bingo Family Involvement Night at 4:00. April 24th: Professional Learning Day. No school for students. April 27th – May 1st: End-of-Year DIBELS testing. Right Column (Late April–May Events): April 30th: Spring Pictures. May 1st: SES PreK Screening at BDE. May 4th – 6th: GSA Testing for 3rd and 4th grades. May 7th – 8th: End-of-Year i-Ready testing for Kindergarten through 2nd grade. May 8th: Track and Field Day. There is a small illustration of a raccoon wearing overalls and a hat among flowers on the right side. Bottom Section Message: A heading reads: “Hop Into a Strong Finish This April!” Text explains that spring is an important time to attend school every day as students prepare for end-of-year testing, build confidence, and develop key skills for success. It encourages excitement and highlights an attendance incentive: Students who attend school every day during the week of April 27th through May 1st will be entered into a drawing to win a Spring Prize Basket. At the bottom left is an illustration of a tree and a recycling bin with bottles and cans.
Reminder: Spring Break is from March30th-April 6th. Take time to recharge and make memories with the family this week. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, April 7th.
11 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
Spring Break- March 30th-April 6th. See everyone when they return on April 7th.
🌸 **Spring Break Reminder!** 🌸

Spring Break will take place from **March 30th through April 6th**. We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled break!

📚 **Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7th.**

We look forward to welcoming our students back refreshed and ready to learn. Have a wonderful Spring Break! ☀️
14 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Spring break will be march 30th - april 6th. Students will return to school on Tuesday, April 7th .
📢 Attention 3rd & 4th Grade Families! 📢

Our End-of-Year iReady Benchmark Assessment will take place Monday, April 23rd through Wednesday, April 25th.

To help your child do their very best, please make sure they:
✅ Get a good night’s sleep each night
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Arrive at school on time

Thank you for your support in helping our students succeed! 💙📚
20 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
A colorful flyer titled “Test-Taking Tips” appears at the top in large, multicolored letters. In the top right corner is a small logo that reads “Music City Counselor.” The flyer is organized into three rows of illustrated tips, each with simple cartoon images and short phrases: Top row: A child sleeping in bed next to a clock. Text: “Sleep well.” A child sitting at a table eating breakfast with food and a drink. Text: “Healthy breakfast.” A child walking toward a school building with a clock nearby. Text: “Arrive on time.” Middle row: A clipboard with math problems, with a hand writing answers. Text: “Easy questions first.” A student sitting calmly at a desk with eyes closed. Text: “Calm nerves.” A clipboard with a short reading passage where certain words are highlighted. Text: “Find key words.” Bottom row: A child smiling and gesturing confidently. Text: “Think positive.” A clipboard with a multiple-choice question about animals, where incorrect answers are crossed out. Text: “Eliminate answers.” A student sitting at a desk reviewing their paper. Text: “Check work.” In the bottom left corner, there is a school logo that reads “Rutherford County Schools – Excellence in Education.” In the bottom right corner, there is a small cartoon raccoon. The overall message encourages students to use good habits and strategies to prepare for and complete tests successfully.
🌸🐰 **Easter Parties Announcement** 🐣🌷

We’re excited to celebrate Easter with our Kindergarten through 4th grade students on Friday, March 27th!

🎉 Event Details:

* 🕜 Parents may arrive: 1:30 PM
* 🥚 Egg Drop Challenge (3rd & 4th Grades): 1:30 PM
* 🐣 Easter Egg Hunt (All Grades): 2:00 PM

We look forward to a fun-filled afternoon with our students and families.🧺💐
21 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Easter Party - Friday, March 27th - Parents may arrive at 1:30, Egg Drop at 1:30, Egg Hunts at 2:00
Ritchie County Schools County Spelling Bee will be this evening (March 18th) beginning at 5:30pm in the RCHS auditorium. Grades 1st through 8th will be participating. If your child is unable to attend, please contact your child's school.

Participants- please be at the RCHS auditorium by 5:15pm. Please contact your child' school with any questions.
24 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
RC Schools County Spelling Bee Wednesday March 18th beginning at 5:30pm at the RCHS Auditorium
Ritchie County Schools County Spelling Bee will be March 18th beginning at 5:30pm in the RCHS auditorium. Grades 1st through 8th will be participating. If your child is unable to attend, please contact your child's school.

Participants- please be at the RCHS auditorium by 5:15pm. Please contact your child' school with any questions.
25 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
Ritchie County Spelling Bee March 18th, 5:30pm at the RCHS auditorium for grades 1st through 8th

📚✨Seuss on the Loose✨📚

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17th, for our Seuss on the Loose Family Reading Night!

The event will begin at 4:00 PM, immediately following the PTO meeting. Bring the whole family for an evening of reading fun inspired by the wonderful world of Dr. Seuss!

We hope to see you there for stories, smiles, and a celebration of reading! 📖✨

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 17th
🕒 PTO Meeting: 3:15 PM
📖 Seuss on the Loose Event: 4:00 PM (immediately following PTO)

26 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Flyer with a white background bordered in black and decorated with large red and blue polka dots around the edges. At the top, blue text reads: “You’re Invited To” Below in large bold red letters: “Seuss on the Loose! Family Reading Night” Underneath in blue text: “At Smithville Elementary” Centered in large red text: “March 17, 2026” Below that in large blue text: “Time: 4:00” On the left side of the flyer is an illustration of the Cat in the Hat sitting and reading a blue book. In the bottom right corner is a small cartoon raccoon. The lower portion of the flyer reads: “Grab a book, bring your crew, fun for me and fun for you!! Begin the night with a family read-aloud from a selection of Dr. Seuss classics. Then enjoy Seuss-themed art, games, math, and STEM activities!” In the bottom left corner is the Ritchie County Schools logo with the words: “Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education.”
Looking forward to warmer days and sunshine!

This weekend, March 8th, clocks will spring forward 1 hour!
about 1 month ago, Ritchie County Schools
Spring Forward- Clocks Move ahead 1 hour on Sunday, March 8th!
📚✨ Seuss on the Loose – Rescheduled! ✨📚

Due to a power outage, we will be rescheduling our Seuss on the Loose Family Reading Night that was originally planned for this evening.

📅 New Date: Tuesday, March 17th
🕒 PTO Meeting: 3:15 PM
📖 Seuss on the Loose Event: 4:00 PM (immediately following PTO)

We appreciate your understanding and hope you can join us for an afternoon full of fun, family, and reading! 💚📚
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Flyer with a white background bordered in black and decorated with large red and blue polka dots around the edges. At the top, blue text reads: “You’re Invited To” Below in large bold red letters: “Seuss on the Loose! Family Reading Night” Underneath in blue text: “At Smithville Elementary” Centered in large red text: “March 17, 2026” Below that in large blue text: “Time: 4:00” On the left side of the flyer is an illustration of the Cat in the Hat sitting and reading a blue book. In the bottom right corner is a small cartoon raccoon. The lower portion of the flyer reads: “Grab a book, bring your crew, fun for me and fun for you!! Begin the night with a family read-aloud from a selection of Dr. Seuss classics. Then enjoy Seuss-themed art, games, math, and STEM activities!” In the bottom left corner is the Ritchie County Schools logo with the words: “Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education.”
🌟⭐ March Star Students ⭐🌟

Character Trait: RESPECT

We are so proud of our ⭐ Star Students for the Month of March ⭐ who have demonstrated the character trait of Respect each and every day!

Respect means:
💛 Treating others the way you want to be treated
👂 Listening when others are speaking
🤝 Using kind words and good manners
🏫 Taking care of our school and belongings

These students have shown respect to their teachers, classmates, and our school community. They lead by example and help make our school a positive and caring place to learn and grow!

👏 Congratulations to all of our March Star Students! Keep shining bright! 🌟
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month - Shelby - Respect
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month - Cole - Respect
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month - Esa - Respect
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month - Jaxon - Respect
Smithville Elementary School - Star Students of the Month - Rylee - Respect
Smithville Elementary School Star Student of the Month - Emma - Respect
📚🎩 Reminder, Smithville Families! 🎉

Our Seuss on the Loose: Family Reading Night is happening TOMORROW at Smithville Elementary!

🗓 March 4, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM

Join us for a fun-filled evening starting with a family read-aloud of favorite Dr. Seuss stories, followed by Seuss-themed art, games, math, and STEM activities for the whole family to enjoy! ❤️💙

Grab a book, bring your crew, and come celebrate reading with us — we can’t wait to see everyone there! 📖✨
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
A colorful flyer with a white background and a border of red and blue polka dots announces a school event. At the top, blue text reads, “You’re invited to.” Below, large red text says, “Seuss on the Loose! Family Reading Night,” followed by blue text that reads, “at Smithville Elementary.” The event date and time are displayed in large bold text: “March 4, 2026” and “Time: 4:00.” On the left side of the flyer is an illustration of the Cat in the Hat reading a blue book. At the bottom right corner is a small cartoon raccoon. The bottom left corner includes the Ritchie County Schools logo with the words “Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education.” The event description reads: “Grab a book, bring your crew, fun for me and fun for you!! Begin the night with a family read-aloud from a selection of Dr. Seuss classics. Then enjoy Seuss-themed art, games, math, and STEM activities!” The overall design uses bright red and blue colors and playful fonts inspired by Dr. Seuss to create a fun, family-friendly appearance.
🍎📅 March Menu is Here! 🍕🥦
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
This image is a school lunch menu graphic for Smithville Elementary School, displaying the Ritchie County Elementary March 2026 Lunch Menu. The design uses a bright blue background with decorative gray corner accents. At the top center, white text reads “Smithville Elementary School.” Below it, a green banner reads “Ritchie County Elementary — March 2026.” The main portion of the image shows a calendar-style lunch menu arranged in five columns labeled Monday through Friday. Each day lists the featured entrée and side items. The menu includes a St. Patrick’s Day theme with light green patterned background elements and a pot of gold illustration near the bottom right. A cartoon raccoon mascot appears in the lower right corner waving. Menu Details by Date: Monday, March 2: Green Eggs & Ham, Chicken & Noodles, Baked Beans, Lettuce/Tomato/Pickle, Fruit Tuesday, March 3: Sausage Gravy & Biscuit, Chicken & Noodles, Peas, Salad, Fruit Wednesday, March 4: Breakfast Bar, Pizza, Corn, Salad, Fruit Thursday, March 5: Oats Toast, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Salad, Breadstick, Fruit Friday, March 6: Cook’s Choice, Hot Dogs, Fries, Veggies with Dip, Fruit Monday, March 9: Pancakes, Corn Dog, Fries, Baked Beans, Fruit Tuesday, March 10: Egg Bites, Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Bread, Fruit Wednesday, March 11: Cinnamon Roll, Chicken Sandwich, Broccoli & Cheese, Lima Beans, Fruit Thursday, March 12: Bagel Stick, Ham, Mac & Cheese, Carrots, Fruit Friday, March 13: Cook’s Choice, Burrito, Tortilla Chips, Salad, Fruit Monday, March 16: Waffles, Chicken Tenders, Broccoli & Cheese, Salad, Fruit Tuesday, March 17: Eggs & Toast, Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Bread, Fruit, Treat Wednesday, March 18: Pop Tart & Yogurt, Pizza Crunchers, Corn, Salad, Fruit Thursday, March 19: French Toast, Taco Salad, Pinto Beans, Fruit Friday, March 20: Cook’s Choice, Pizza Sticks, Marinara Sauce, Roasted Corn, Fruit Monday, March 23: Mini Loaf, Sloppy Joe, Baked Beans, Fries, Fruit Tuesday, March 24: Breakfast Sandwich, Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Bread, Fruit Wednesday, March 25: Frudel, Taco Bites, Corn, Salad, Fruit Thursday, March 26: Donut, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Roll, Fruit, Treat Friday, March 27: Cook’s Choice, Beef Stew, Cornbread, Salad, Fruit Monday, March 30 and Tuesday, March 31: Spring Break (no school meals served). At the bottom of the menu, small text states: “All Breakfast Served with Cereal, Juice, Milk and Fruit. All Lunches Served with Milk. Menu subject to change.” The lower left corner displays the Ritchie County Schools logo with the phrase “Excellence in Education.” The overall design uses green and festive elements associated with March and St. Patrick’s Day.
🌸📢 March Newsletter is Here! 📢🌸

Our March Newsletter is packed with important dates, upcoming events, school celebrations, and all the exciting things happening this month! 🍀📚✨

Be sure to take a few minutes to read through it so you don’t miss out on dress-up days, special activities, and important reminders for our students and families. 🗓️🎉

Thank you for staying connected and supporting our school community! 💙🏫
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
A colorful school newsletter titled “Smithville Elementary School – March Raider Reader.” The background is blue with spring-themed graphics including a birdhouse, bee, grass, ladybug, plant pot, shamrocks, and raccoon illustrations. Important Dates March 4th – PTO meeting at 3:15 PM; Parent Involvement Night at 4:00 PM March 8th – Daylight Savings Time begins (Spring Forward) March 11th – NAEP Assessment for 4th Grade March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day March 18th – County Spelling Bee March 19th–20th – Mobile Dentist visits school March 23rd–25th – End-of-Year i-Ready Testing for 3rd and 4th Grades March 27th – Easter Parties and Egg Hunt March 30th – April 6th – Spring Break Students return to school April 7th Read Across America Spirit Week (March 2nd–6th) Monday – Green Eggs and Ham: Wear green Tuesday – One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish: Wear red or blue Wednesday – Cat in the Hat: Wear a hat Thursday – If I Ran the Zoo: Bring your favorite stuffed animal Friday – Sleep Book: Wear pajamas Attendance Message Headline reads: “Lucky to Learn, Lucky to Grow — Attendance Makes Success Show!” Message: With important testing coming soon, every school day counts. Attending school daily helps students stay on track, review key concepts, and build confidence. Students are encouraged to show up, stay engaged, and finish the school year strong. The bottom of the newsletter includes a green leprechaun hat graphic and the Ritchie County Schools logo with the phrase “Excellence in Education.” A cartoon raccoon appears in the lower corner as decoration.
Preschool Registration is Opening Soon!
Ritchie County Schools is excited to announce Preschool Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Registration Opens: March 2, 2026
Save the Date: Screening Day – Friday, May 1, 2026
Children must be four (4) years old before July 1, 2026 to register Pre-K Registration
Plan Ahead! Be sure to have:
• State Certified Birth Certificate
• Mandatory Vaccines
• Dental Exam (within past 12 months)
• Well Child Exam (within past 12 months)
• Student Social Security Card
• Parent Identification
• Completed Registration Packet
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit ritchieschools.com to register
Or call 304-643-2991 ext. 109 or 110
All required items must be submitted by May 1, 2026 Pre-K Registration
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners to Ritchie County Schools!
about 2 months ago, Ritchie County Schools
Ritchie County Schools Preschool Registration opens March 2nd 2026