Last week in STEM...6th Grade made model seismographs, 3rd Grade stacked cups and 1st and 4th grades made hexbug mazes.
We're excited to encourage children in our community to unlock their creative potential this #summer at @CampInvention! Coming to Smithton School from June 3 to June 7, 2024, this #STEM program fosters self-confidence and gives children the resources to explore their big ideas! To register, visit invent.org/mylocalcamp. New Registrants can use code SUM25 to save $25 and Alumni can use code SUM35 to save $35! Discount ends 2/15.
Persevering through Puzzles in January. A Character Council challenge.
Today is Safer Internet Day. Safer Internet Day aims to not only create a safer internet but also a better internet, where everyone is empowered to use technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively.
https://saferinternetday.us/family-program/
Here can find a free virtual session titled "Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens" that you may find beneficial as well as other resources and activities.
Registration Now Open!
Shop for Spiritwear!
Mrs. Carter and the Art Club hosted their Snacks and Splatters fundraising event last week for grades K-2. The students had so much fun painting and eating snacks with friends. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Cougar Trivia information for grades 5-8. Forms can also be found on the Virtual Backpack.
Next Friday February 9th!
1 week from today - Wednesday, February 7th is World Read-Aloud Day. Come to school dressed as your favorite book character!
Now hiring for the 2024-25 school year!
Last Week in STEM... 1st Grade experimented with magnets, Kindergarten made insects from play-doh, 6th Grade 3D printed dinosaurs and 7th grade built notecard towers.
To foster teamwork & creativity, Character Council challenged classes to work together to create a unique puzzle. Here is a peek at Ms. Hedrick's class!
As part of our auction, our 2nd grade teachers offered a PJ's, pizza & movie night. Thursday evening was the night of fun and the kids had a blast! They even did a little dancing at the end. What a great night!
Here is the link to our January 2024 Board Brief from Dr. Castelli: https://5il.co/2dioy
Mrs. Carter and the Art Club held their Snacks and Splatters fundraising event for grades 3rd-6th after school yesterday. They had so much fun painting! K-2nd grade will paint next Thursday!
Here is the link to livestream our Girls Basketball State Championship game tonight! If you can't make the game in-person, make sure to watch! Steam begins at 7:25pm.
https://team1sports.com/prepcasts/?B=927239
Please make sure you are submitting your Miles of Smiles dental forms. They are due TOMORROW!
AreaSports.net will be LIVE streaming our Girls Basketball game this evening on their website & their YouTube channel. Tune in! Game starts at 6pm.
Tune in online at www.areasports.net OR www.youtube.com/@AreaSportsBasketball
Spring Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, February 22nd! Order online at inter-state.com/order using Order Code 85571EF.
