Fifth graders are learning about insulation in our school garden with Annie Bayer from Revive The Roots. A month ago we planted oats and peas in order to fertilize and insulate our soil for spring planting. Today the fifth graders visited the garden and tasted the oats and peas and then were challenged to build a hole with materials to insulate ice. They discussed adding rocks versus leaves, sticks versus grass. The ice cubes were added, and the kids will return tomorrow to see which survived the evening.
5 months ago, Julie Dorsey
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garden time
garden time
garden time
garden time
garden time
garden time
garden time
Centers were so engaging in our library, media stem center with Mrs. Nonis. Fourth graders checked out their own books, created messages of kindness in the STEM area and battled negativity on Kind Kingdom. The kids happily and independently moved through each center. What an amazing space to learn and explore!
5 months ago, Julie Dorsey
Spreading kindness in Kind Kingdom!
Building in the STEM center.
Checking in with Mrs. Nonis about a book.
Checking out your own books!
The SHS Music Department has its first concert of the year on Thursday, Oct. 26th, at 7 pm. The band, chorus, Sentinel Singers, Garageband, and soloists will perform. All are invited! It will be a FREE, fun, Halloween-themed concert lasting no more than one hour.
5 months ago, Sara Monaco
Flyer for concert
In first grade today, a student shared her writing with the class. She told us that she felt nervous but she was going to try. Then she took a deep breath, displayed her work for all to see and read it to the class. They were so proud of her! The class gave her two stars and a wish for feedback. The kids told her they liked the colors she used in her pictures as well as the details she added to her story. They said she could add more labels to her writing to give them more information. LaPerche students practice speaking publicly from the start!
5 months ago, Julie Dorsey
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Getting feedback from friends.
The Kindness Squad made its debut at LaPerche today. Members of the squad greeted students and families who arrived by car and bus. The music was playing, the students were shouting greetings, and kindness was being spread. What a way to start the day. Thank you third grade Kindness Squad!
6 months ago, Julie Dorsey
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kindness squad
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kindness squad
Wear Green Friday in recognition of Unified Day.
6 months ago, Dawn Bartz
Unified Day
Smithfield Public Schools is featured in Edible Rhody this month for its farm-to-school programming. Check out the article, "Sowing the Seeds of Food Education", https://bit.ly/46mdc8a
6 months ago, Sara Monaco
Farming
Busy week @ SHS counseling office. Students learned about early college enrollment courses they can take in high school, college admissions counselors are meeting with interested students, & Mr. Jackson provided tips on high school success to 9th graders. Great opportunities!
6 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Due to the expected extreme heat conditions Thursday, Sept 7, the Smithfield Public Schools will have a 2-hour early dismissal for grades K-12. PM preschool and the YMCA After School Programs are cancelled. Your principals will be sending you a message regarding the dismissal time for your schools. Administrators will be in our schools until the end of the day to ensure that all students are able to arrive home safely. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Bartz Superintendent
7 months ago, Smithfield Public Schools
The Smithfield Public Schools are closed on Monday, Sept. 4 in recognition of Labor Day and Tuesday, Sept. 5 for special primary elections voting. We are open on Wednesday, Sept. 6.
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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The Smithfield Public Schools welcomes our new kindergarten students to their first day of school & are greeted by our teachers & staff.
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Our developing Innovation Centers include multimedia computers, 3D printers, gaming chairs, podcasters, & green screens starting in our elementary schools. The equipment has been purchased through our grant applications @SmithfieldSchls
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Special thanks to National Honor Society members Joe, Jazmyne & Rosemary who helped STEM Coordinator Wendy Phillips to organize and distribute new elementary math materials @SmithfieldSchls. Professional development for teachers has been ongoing since the spring.
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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We wish to welcome all of our students to the first day of school today @SmithfieldSchls
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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We are busy getting our schools ready to welcome all of our students next week. Just a few more finishing touches. Look at our refinished middle school gym! @SmithfieldSchls
7 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Congratulations Smithfield Little League on winning your first World Series game! #Hurray #Little League #Smithfield
8 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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The Smithfield Public Schools would like to congratulate the Smithfield Little League Team & wish you good luck today! #winners #teamwork #Smithfield #LittleLeague
8 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Summer Work Reminder! The online summer learning programs such as Lexia, Freckle, and IXL are available through August 14th and will then close in preparation for the new school year. https://www.smithfield-ps.org/page/summer-learning-guide
8 months ago, Sara Monaco
summer work
Our elementary principals are meeting to plan the opening of schools in just a month's time @SmithfieldSchls
8 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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Construction on a new athletic field & track is in full swing @SmithfieldSchls. This project will include concession stands, new bleachers, & entranceway.
8 months ago, Dawn Bartz
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