Don't miss your last chance this school year to visit the Warrior Closet. Located behind Smithville Middle School, the Warrior Closet is a FREE program created to support our families. Students can access essential school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items — all at no cost. It is open Tuesday, May 20 from 4-6 pm!
🎓 In honor of the 2025 senior classes’ upcoming graduation, this Way Back When-sday, we take you back to the class of 2017 graduation ceremony. Do you recognize these warriors?
Monday morning shout-out!💚
Today marked a bittersweet milestone for the Smithville High School Class of 2025, their final day as seniors. In caps and gowns, they took one last walk through the halls of their former elementary schools and middle school, greeted with cheers, hugs, and teary smiles from teachers and younger students alike.
This moment wasn’t just about saying goodbye—it was about honoring the journey, celebrating the memories, and inspiring the next generation of Warriors. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior. 💚 #ssdpride
📢🎉 Happy School Communicators Day! 🎉📢
Today we’re celebrating the storytellers, messengers, and behind-the-scenes pros who keep our Warrior community informed, connected, and inspired. From the Warrior Wire to social media, you make sure every voice is heard and every story is told! 💬💚
🎉 Calling All Elementary Students! 🎉
Join us for the All Star Trading Card Reception on Monday, May 12 from 5:30–6:30pm in the Smithville High School Cafeteria! This is your chance to meet this year’s Trading Card Seniors, collect their cards, and enjoy cookies and punch while you're at it!
💚 These student leaders are role models—maintaining high GPAs, staying active in sports and clubs, and pledging to be drug and alcohol free. They've been where you are now and can't wait to meet the next generation of Warriors! Whether you're building your collection or just want to meet some amazing mentors, this event is for YOU!
📍 Smithville High School Cafeteria
📅 Monday, May 12
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
👨🏫 Way Back When-sday is here! Today we feature the 1976 Senior Officers! Who recognizes these Warriors?
🩺 Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺
Today we’re celebrating the compassionate, quick-thinking, and always caring school nurses who keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. You’re the heartbeat of our schools! 💚
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re calling on YOU to help us recognize the outstanding educators who make a lasting impact in our schools! 🏆 Now accepting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Educator Award!
The Distinguished Educator program honors individuals who have made a significant, positive, and lasting contribution to education in the Smithville School District and this award is our celebration of those who inspire and lead. Nominees must have served a minimum of 10 years in the Smithville School District.
📣 Nominate a deserving educator today and help us celebrate those who model excellence in education.
🔗 Find details at: https://www.smithvilleschooldistrict.net/page/smithville-education-foundation
Don't miss your last chances this school year to visit the Warrior Closet. Located behind Smithville Middle School, the Warrior Closet is a FREE program created to support our families. Students can access essential school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items — all at no cost. It is open tonight, May 6 from 4-6 pm, Thursday, May 8 from 4-6 and Tuesday, May 20 from 4-6 pm!
Give this Warrior a shout out!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
🎉 Calling All Elementary Students! 🎉
Join us for the All Star Trading Card Reception on Monday, May 12 from 5:30–6:30pm in the Smithville High School Cafeteria! This is your chance to meet this year’s Trading Card Seniors, collect their cards, and enjoy cookies and punch while you're at it!
💚 These student leaders are role models—maintaining high GPAs, staying active in sports and clubs, and pledging to be drug and alcohol free. They've been where you are now and can't wait to meet the next generation of Warriors! Whether you're building your collection or just want to meet some amazing mentors, this event is for YOU!
📍 Smithville High School Cafeteria
📅 Monday, May 12
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
🍎📚 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 📚🍎
Let’s give a huge THANK YOU to the amazing educators who inspire, support, and empower our students every single day. Your passion, patience, and dedication make a lasting impact — and we’re so grateful for you! 💚
👇 Drop a thank you to your favorite teacher in the comments and let them know how much they mean to you!
🍎💪 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 💪🍎
Today we’re celebrating the incredible cafeteria heroes who fuel our students with healthy meals and warm smiles every day. You’re the heroes behind the lunch line, and we appreciate you more than you know!
Warrior Preschool Program is a tuition-based preschool program at Smithville School District. The goal of our Warrior Preschool Program is to provide students with an opportunity to engage with peers and educators, giving a head start on school readiness skills in a real school environment.
The Warrior Preschool half-day morning and afternoon programs at Eagle Heights Elementary have openings for the 2025-2026 school year. For more information on the Warrior Preschool Program go to https://www.smithvilleschooldistrict.net/o/wps/page/overview or call Brenda Dion at (816) 532-0406.
🎶 Today, 1st grade students in Mrs. Ketterman's music class talked about the importance of rhythm and the musical scale. Students learned how rhythm helps keep music organized and how the musical scale forms the foundation of melodies. It was a fun and educational day filled with clapping, singing, and musical discovery! 🎵 #ssdpride
🎙️Way Back When-sday - Glee Club Edition: Today we bring you back 58 years to 1966 to feature the Glee Club. Do you recognize these members?
We are proud to celebrate the creativity and dedication of our students, and we extend a big thank you to our amazing art teachers for guiding and inspiring them every step of the way. Thank you also to all the families, friends, and community members who came out to support our young artists!✨
Monday morning shout-out!⭐
The Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrated their 39th annual Excellence in Education Banquet last night. This banquet honors outstanding students, teachers, and staff of Northland area schools. Smithville School District had two students awarded scholarships and two employees recognized with honor. Join us in congratulating the Smithville School District nominees and award winners!
Avery Hedgecorth and Bella Medley were awarded scholarships from the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Megan Heffley of Smithville Middle School was recognized for Excellence in Classroom Teaching out of the approximately 100 nominees from the Northland.
Suzy Smith of Smithville Middle School was recognized for Excellence in Service to Education out of over 80 nominees from the Northland.
We are also proud to have honored additional nominees from SSD at the banquet, recognizing their dedication to both students and staff, including:
Eagle Heights Elementary School:
Cyndi Crouch - 5th Grade Teacher
Teresa Kathcart - Reading Instructional Assistant
Horizon Elementary School:
Tiffany Ketterman - Music Teacher
Jackie Remboldt - Kitchen Manager
Maple Elementary School:
Amanda Bradberry - 6th Grade Teacher
Randa Blakeslee - Instructional Assistant
Smithville High School:
Jeff Meyer - Math Teacher
Ken Snyder - Custodian
District Office:
Susan Argotsinger - Instructional Coordinator
Brenda Dion - Administrative Assistant
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