Smithton CCSD 130

We wore yellow today to spread positivity! Shine Bright, Show Support! We worked to smile, encourage and be kind all day.

🌟 National Suicide Awareness Month 🌟

At Smithton School we believe in the power of connection, kindness, and community. 💙 Today our 7th & 8th graders came together for “Chalk the Walk”, spreading messages of hope, encouragement, and support across our sidewalks.

Each word, each drawing, is a reminder that no one is ever alone. Together, we can create a community where kindness shines and connection makes us stronger. 💛🖍️

#ChalkTheWalk #SuicideAwareness #YouMatter #KindnessCounts #CommunityStrong

5th Grade is studying the structure of matter in science class. Ms. Ogilvie had students build models of compounds using gum drops and toothpicks!

Last week for our Back to School Sale - Order today and save 25% on all Smithton spirit wear. Start the school year right with spirit wear you want to wear: https://1stplace.sale/29355

Our book fair officially starts next week! Don't forget to set up your e-wallets at : www.scholastic.com/bf/smithtonelementaryschool1

Last week in STEM...1st grade blew bubbles & built magnet block towers, Kindergarten counted with buttons, 3rd grade made paper hats & 4th grade built with Legos.

The book fair is coming soon! Shop early on Grandparents Day next week.
Don't forget to set up your e-wallets here: https:/www.scholastic.com/bf/smithtonelementaryschool1

This week in STEM...1st grade observed pushes & pulls on the playground, 3rd grade experimented with drops of water on buttons and 5th grade made straw towers.

Start the school year with new gear from our limited time Smithton collection - polos, quarter zips, hoodies, and super-soft tri-blend tees, designed by top graphic artists. This is spirit wear you want to wear! Save 25% OFF sitewide and shop now! https://1stplace.sale/29355

Start the school year with new gear from our limited time Smithton collection - polos, quarter zips, hoodies, and super-soft tri-blend tees, designed by top graphic artists. This is spirit wear you want to wear! Save 25% OFF sitewide and shop now! https://1stplace.sale/29355

Board Brief from our August 2025 board meeting from Dr. Castelli!

Say hello to our 25-26 Smithton School Staff!

Please donate to the FFA Canned Food drive through September 3rd. Drop off in the main entry.

The Character Council is excited to kick off the year with Teamwork Tuesday shirts! Our order form is now open through Friday, 8/22. Staff and Students can wear their shirts every Tuesday.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeylJJOOBqzTP6VoS6Cr-brmGMLl1IfMgOGhW6FwcZu9ZfrFA/viewform

Smithton families, place your order for your student's class t-shirt! These shirts are worn several times throughout the year on field trips, field day, summer send-off, some spirit days and several other times!
The store is open through August 31st. Click here to order: https://lottebrookes.com/collections/smithton

Welcome New Staff Member - Sarah Roscow.
Sarah comes to us from Red Bud where she worked and volunteered for over 10 years working with students from Pre-K through 8th grade. Sarah has her Early Childhood Education degree from Southwestern Illinois College. Sarah lives in Red Bud with her 5 boys (!) - Luke, Logan, Liam, Frankie and Landon. In Sarah's free time she enjoys live music, traveling, STL Blues hockey and Musket football! Ms. Roscow's favorite quote is "When we know better, we do better" - Maya Angelou.
Sarah is excited to work at Smithton School school because she is "looking extremely forward to building positive, meaningful relationships with students and being apart of the incredible energy Smithton radiates."

Make plans to join us on Sunday, 9/28!

Back to School Information and Reminders. See you Wednesday!