Reminder:
No School- Tuesday May 12th, Election Day
No School- Tuesday May 12th, Election Day
📢 Reminder for Families 📢
There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, May 12th in observance of Election Day!
Please plan accordingly—we hope everyone has a safe and productive day!
There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, May 12th in observance of Election Day!
Please plan accordingly—we hope everyone has a safe and productive day!
🎨✨ Join Us for the Smithville Elementary Art Show! ✨🎨
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM and come celebrate the creativity of our amazing students!
🖼 What to Expect:
• Student artwork on display from every grade
• Art Viewing: 1:00 – 1:30 PM
• Silent Auction Winners Announced: 1:20 PM
• Art Purchasing Begins: 1:30 PM
All proceeds from artwork sales will support the Smithville Elementary PTO—so you can take home a special piece while giving back to our school! 💙
Come out and support our talented young artists—we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM and come celebrate the creativity of our amazing students!
🖼 What to Expect:
• Student artwork on display from every grade
• Art Viewing: 1:00 – 1:30 PM
• Silent Auction Winners Announced: 1:20 PM
• Art Purchasing Begins: 1:30 PM
All proceeds from artwork sales will support the Smithville Elementary PTO—so you can take home a special piece while giving back to our school! 💙
Come out and support our talented young artists—we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Parents or Guardians, Students in grades 3 and 4 have been completing their GSA this week. If your child has completed Reading, Writing, and Math, those scores are now available in the "Parent Portal" (https://wv.portal.cambiumast.com/families.html). The access code has been sent to your child's school email address. Please keep in mind that your child has to complete both the Reading and Writing to receive an English Language Arts (ELA) score. Also, up to 5% of test scores are pulled to be hand scored by the West Virginia Department of Education.
If you need assistance access your child's school email, please contact the school office.
We would also like to thank all the parents and students for making testing a priority this week! We have had great attendance!
If you need assistance access your child's school email, please contact the school office.
We would also like to thank all the parents and students for making testing a priority this week! We have had great attendance!
📢 End-of-Year i-Ready Benchmark Assessments (K–2) 📢
Students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade will be taking their end-of-year iReady benchmark assessments on May 7th and 8th.
To help your child do their best, please make sure they:
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast
✔️ Arrive at school on time
✔️ Take their time and try their best
Thank you for your support in helping our students finish the year strong! 🌟
Students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade will be taking their end-of-year iReady benchmark assessments on May 7th and 8th.
To help your child do their best, please make sure they:
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast
✔️ Arrive at school on time
✔️ Take their time and try their best
Thank you for your support in helping our students finish the year strong! 🌟
May the Scores Be With You!
Ritchie County Schools is sending a huge "Good Luck" to all of our 3rd-8th grade students as they begin GSA testing!
Remember, you have trained hard for this. Stay focused, trust your skills, and use the Force to show everything you’ve learned this year. You are the masters of your own journey, and we are so proud of your hard work and dedication.
Testing Tips for Young Jedis:
Get plenty of rest – A well-rested mind is a powerful one!
Eat a healthy breakfast – Fuel your body for the mission ahead.
Take your time – Read every question carefully.
Believe in yourself – We know you’re going to do great!
#RitchieCountySchools #GSATesting #MayThe4thBeWithYou #ExcellenceInEducation**
Ritchie County Schools is sending a huge "Good Luck" to all of our 3rd-8th grade students as they begin GSA testing!
Remember, you have trained hard for this. Stay focused, trust your skills, and use the Force to show everything you’ve learned this year. You are the masters of your own journey, and we are so proud of your hard work and dedication.
Testing Tips for Young Jedis:
Get plenty of rest – A well-rested mind is a powerful one!
Eat a healthy breakfast – Fuel your body for the mission ahead.
Take your time – Read every question carefully.
Believe in yourself – We know you’re going to do great!
#RitchieCountySchools #GSATesting #MayThe4thBeWithYou #ExcellenceInEducation**
📣 GSA Testing Reminder for 3rd & 4th Grade Families*📣
Students in 3rd and 4th grade will be taking the GSA (General Summative Assessment) on May 4th–6th.
It is very important that students arrive at school on time each day so they can begin testing with their class and feel prepared.
Here are a few helpful tips to support your child during testing:
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast
✔️ Take your time and read each question carefully
✔️ Do your best and stay positive
Thank you for helping your child be ready to succeed! 🌟
Students in 3rd and 4th grade will be taking the GSA (General Summative Assessment) on May 4th–6th.
It is very important that students arrive at school on time each day so they can begin testing with their class and feel prepared.
Here are a few helpful tips to support your child during testing:
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast
✔️ Take your time and read each question carefully
✔️ Do your best and stay positive
Thank you for helping your child be ready to succeed! 🌟
Today we celebrate School Principal Appreciation Day!
At Ritchie County Schools, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of dedicated leaders who go above and beyond every single day. Their vision, heart, and unwavering commitment to our students and staff make our schools a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Please join us in showing some extra love and appreciation to our fantastic principal:
Casey Kerns
Thank you for your leadership, your late nights, and your passion for education. You are the driving force behind our success!
#PrincipalAppreciationDay #RitchieCountySchools #LeadByExample #ThankAPrincipal
At Ritchie County Schools, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of dedicated leaders who go above and beyond every single day. Their vision, heart, and unwavering commitment to our students and staff make our schools a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Please join us in showing some extra love and appreciation to our fantastic principal:
Casey Kerns
Thank you for your leadership, your late nights, and your passion for education. You are the driving force behind our success!
#PrincipalAppreciationDay #RitchieCountySchools #LeadByExample #ThankAPrincipal
🌸📬 Our May Newsletter is Here! 📬🌸
Beep beep! It’s School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the dedicated professionals who are the first to greet our students in the morning and the last to see them safely home.
Our drivers navigate early hours, all types of weather, and miles of winding roads to ensure our kids get to school ready to learn. They are more than just drivers; they are mentors, friendly faces, and a vital part of our Ritchie County Schools family.
Please join us in saying a huge THANK YOU to our incredible bus drivers! Drop a comment below to shout out your favorite driver or share a story of how they’ve made a difference for your family.
#SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #RitchieCountySchools #SafetyFirst #ThankADriver
Our drivers navigate early hours, all types of weather, and miles of winding roads to ensure our kids get to school ready to learn. They are more than just drivers; they are mentors, friendly faces, and a vital part of our Ritchie County Schools family.
Please join us in saying a huge THANK YOU to our incredible bus drivers! Drop a comment below to shout out your favorite driver or share a story of how they’ve made a difference for your family.
#SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #RitchieCountySchools #SafetyFirst #ThankADriver
🍎📅 Smithville Elementary – May Lunch Menu is Here! 🌸🌞
Happy Administrative Professional's Day! Today, we want to extend a huge thank you to the incredible team that keeps everything running smoothly at Ritchie County Schools.
Please join us in celebrating and thanking:
Teresa Bumgardner, Rita Morton, Amanda Hayes, Kayla Sellers, Johni O’Dell, Mindy Jones, Becky Boley, and Crystal Freed
Their hard work, dedication, and smiling faces are the heartbeat of our offices. We truly appreciate everything you do for our students, staff, and community every single day!
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #RitchieCountySchools #ThankYou #SchoolCommunity
Please join us in celebrating and thanking:
Teresa Bumgardner, Rita Morton, Amanda Hayes, Kayla Sellers, Johni O’Dell, Mindy Jones, Becky Boley, and Crystal Freed
Their hard work, dedication, and smiling faces are the heartbeat of our offices. We truly appreciate everything you do for our students, staff, and community every single day!
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #RitchieCountySchools #ThankYou #SchoolCommunity
Happy Earth Day, Ritchie County!
Today, Ritchie County Schools is celebrating the beauty of our Mountain State and the importance of protecting the environment for our future generations of Rebels!
From our classrooms to our playgrounds, our students are learning that small actions lead to big changes. Whether it’s starting a recycling project, planting a tree, or simply keeping our beautiful hills litter-free, every effort counts.
Join the Celebration!
We want to see our students and families in action. Are you planting a garden today? Going for a hike at North Bend? Cleaning up your neighborhood?
**Drop a photo in the comments below showing how you’re celebrating Earth Day!
"The Earth does not belong to us: we belong to the Earth."
Let’s lead by example and show our Rebel Pride by taking care of our home. Happy Earth Day! #RitchieCountySchools #EarthDay2026 #RebelPride #WildAndWonderful #SustainableFuture
Today, Ritchie County Schools is celebrating the beauty of our Mountain State and the importance of protecting the environment for our future generations of Rebels!
From our classrooms to our playgrounds, our students are learning that small actions lead to big changes. Whether it’s starting a recycling project, planting a tree, or simply keeping our beautiful hills litter-free, every effort counts.
Join the Celebration!
We want to see our students and families in action. Are you planting a garden today? Going for a hike at North Bend? Cleaning up your neighborhood?
**Drop a photo in the comments below showing how you’re celebrating Earth Day!
"The Earth does not belong to us: we belong to the Earth."
Let’s lead by example and show our Rebel Pride by taking care of our home. Happy Earth Day! #RitchieCountySchools #EarthDay2026 #RebelPride #WildAndWonderful #SustainableFuture
🎉🏫 Big celebration at Smithville Elementary today! 🏫🎉
We are so proud to announce that every single student was in attendance today, earning perfect attendance for the entire school! 👏
This amazing achievement reflects the dedication of our students, the support of our families, and the commitment of our incredible staff. When we show up, we grow, learn, and succeed together! 💙
Way to go, Smithville Elementary! 🌟
We are so proud to announce that every single student was in attendance today, earning perfect attendance for the entire school! 👏
This amazing achievement reflects the dedication of our students, the support of our families, and the commitment of our incredible staff. When we show up, we grow, learn, and succeed together! 💙
Way to go, Smithville Elementary! 🌟
📣 Reminder for Families & Students
There will be no school for students on Friday, April 24th.
This day is scheduled as a Professional Development Day for staff.
We hope everyone enjoys the day, and we look forward to seeing students back in school on Monday! 😊
There will be no school for students on Friday, April 24th.
This day is scheduled as a Professional Development Day for staff.
We hope everyone enjoys the day, and we look forward to seeing students back in school on Monday! 😊
🌟 Every Kid Healthy Week is Coming! 🌟
Mrs. Masters is excited to celebrate Every Kid Healthy Week in the gym next week, April 20th - 23rd! 🏃♀️💙
Each day will focus on a different way we can stay healthy, happy, and strong:
🧘 Mindful Monday – Wear comfy clothes & practice relaxation
🍎 Tasty Tuesday – Wear colorful outfits & enjoy healthy foods
💬 Words of Affirmation Wednesday – Wear your favorite outfit & spread kindness
🥾 Take a Hike Thursday – Wear tennis shoes & get moving outdoors
This special week is all about helping our students build healthy habits—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
We can’t wait to see everyone participate and have fun! 🎉
Let’s make it a week full of positivity, movement, and wellness!
Mrs. Masters is excited to celebrate Every Kid Healthy Week in the gym next week, April 20th - 23rd! 🏃♀️💙
Each day will focus on a different way we can stay healthy, happy, and strong:
🧘 Mindful Monday – Wear comfy clothes & practice relaxation
🍎 Tasty Tuesday – Wear colorful outfits & enjoy healthy foods
💬 Words of Affirmation Wednesday – Wear your favorite outfit & spread kindness
🥾 Take a Hike Thursday – Wear tennis shoes & get moving outdoors
This special week is all about helping our students build healthy habits—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
We can’t wait to see everyone participate and have fun! 🎉
Let’s make it a week full of positivity, movement, and wellness!
📸 Picture Day is Coming! 📸
Mark your calendars—Picture Day will be held on Thursday, April 30th!
Be sure to send your student dressed and ready to smile.
We can’t wait to see all those bright smiles! 😄✨
Mark your calendars—Picture Day will be held on Thursday, April 30th!
Be sure to send your student dressed and ready to smile.
We can’t wait to see all those bright smiles! 😄✨
🌟 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!
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!
🎉📚 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! 💙📚
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! 💙📚
🌸📚 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! 📖✨
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! 📖✨
