Celebrating #LoveTeachingWeek with a spotlight on Drew Newhart!
As a Physical Education teacher at Smithville Middle School, Mr. Newhart's impact goes far beyond the gym, helping students build confidence, character, and lifelong skills. His genuine care shows just how powerful teaching can be. We’re grateful for Drew and all the educators who make our schools places where students feel supported and valued. 🎉👏
As a Physical Education teacher at Smithville Middle School, Mr. Newhart's impact goes far beyond the gym, helping students build confidence, character, and lifelong skills. His genuine care shows just how powerful teaching can be. We’re grateful for Drew and all the educators who make our schools places where students feel supported and valued. 🎉👏
Today we recognize and thank our School Protection Officers and School Resource Officers! You do more than protect our buildings—you build relationships, support students, and help ensure our schools remain places where learning can thrive.
Thank you for protecting our schools and caring for our students and staff every day. 💚
Thank you for protecting our schools and caring for our students and staff every day. 💚
While our students enjoyed a day off, our teachers were hard at work investing in their craft during Professional Development Day!
This year, our growth is centered around four key pillars:
🧠 Critical Thinking
💻 Technology
🤝 Professional Learning Communities
🎯 Competency-Based Learning
Today looked a little different than traditional PD. Our staff participated in an exciting EdCamp experience — a high-energy, teacher-led model where educators shared their own expertise with one another. Nearly 25 teachers led 19 unique sessions, proving that some of the best ideas come from right here in our own hallways.
When we invest in our teachers, we invest in our students.
This year, our growth is centered around four key pillars:
🧠 Critical Thinking
💻 Technology
🤝 Professional Learning Communities
🎯 Competency-Based Learning
Today looked a little different than traditional PD. Our staff participated in an exciting EdCamp experience — a high-energy, teacher-led model where educators shared their own expertise with one another. Nearly 25 teachers led 19 unique sessions, proving that some of the best ideas come from right here in our own hallways.
When we invest in our teachers, we invest in our students.
We’re hiring a School Nurse for the 2026–2027 school year at Eagle Heights Elementary! 💚Join a team that puts students first and values the important role school nurses play every day.
👉 Apply today and help us keep our Warriors healthy and ready to learn!
https://smithville.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5526984
👉 Apply today and help us keep our Warriors healthy and ready to learn!
https://smithville.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5526984
On this Way Back When-sday we're throwing it back to a 2000 girls basketball game. Two athletes are going up strong for the ball and giving it everything they’ve got! Do you recognize these players or remember the 2000 season?🏀
No School Reminder! Enjoy the long weekend Warriors! 💚
There will be no school for students on:
• Friday, Feb. 13 – Staff PD/Work Day
• Monday, Feb. 16 – Presidents’ Day
There will be no school for students on:
• Friday, Feb. 13 – Staff PD/Work Day
• Monday, Feb. 16 – Presidents’ Day
Registration is now open for the Smithville Warrior Color Fun Run. Sign up by March 4 to receive a FREE event t-shirt and join us for a fun-filled evening for the whole family! Register at https://forms.gle/4inezpnWiaRH1wqJ8.
📅March 25
⌚Food Trucks & Activities from 5:15-7pm; Color Run at 6pm
📍655 S. Commercial Ave.
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"This teacher is constantly giving time and effort into her staff, teammates, and her students. She is an educator that shines, and her love shows in her teaching and her students."
"This teacher is constantly giving time and effort into her staff, teammates, and her students. She is an educator that shines, and her love shows in her teaching and her students."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Julie Corless has quickly elevated our district through her people-first leadership and steady, thoughtful approach to Human Resources. She has built strong trust with staff by being approachable, responsive, and genuinely caring. She is creating an environment where employees feel supported and heard. Julie’s exceptional organization and clear communication have brought structure and consistency to our HR processes. Julie leads with integrity, heart, and Warrior Pride, and our district is stronger because of her presence on our team."
"Julie Corless has quickly elevated our district through her people-first leadership and steady, thoughtful approach to Human Resources. She has built strong trust with staff by being approachable, responsive, and genuinely caring. She is creating an environment where employees feel supported and heard. Julie’s exceptional organization and clear communication have brought structure and consistency to our HR processes. Julie leads with integrity, heart, and Warrior Pride, and our district is stronger because of her presence on our team."
The Warrior Closet is open this Thursday! It is a FREE program created to support our families. Students can access essential school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items - all at no cost. The Warrior Closet is located behind Smithville Middle School.
Way Back When-sday! 🧪We're taking you back to a 1991 Chemistry class. Do you recognize anyone in this photo or remember this class? Tag them or share a memory in the comments!
We’re hiring a Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026–2027 school year! 💬 Join the Smithville School District and make a difference in the lives of students every day.
👉 Apply at https://smithville.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5420892
👉 Apply at https://smithville.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5420892
🩷 Mobile Mammography is Coming to Smithville! 🩷
We’re sharing a community health opportunity happening at our Central Office. Appointments are open to the public.
📅 Wednesday, April 29
⏰ 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 SSD Central Office
655 S. Commercial Ave
✔️ Women 35+ eligible
✔️ No doctor’s order needed for women 40+
✔️ Insurance accepted
✔️ Walk-ins welcome
📞 Call to schedule: 913-344-9989
(Be sure to mention your appointment is on the mobile coach.)
Early detection saves lives—help us spread the word by sharing this post.
We’re sharing a community health opportunity happening at our Central Office. Appointments are open to the public.
📅 Wednesday, April 29
⏰ 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 SSD Central Office
655 S. Commercial Ave
✔️ Women 35+ eligible
✔️ No doctor’s order needed for women 40+
✔️ Insurance accepted
✔️ Walk-ins welcome
📞 Call to schedule: 913-344-9989
(Be sure to mention your appointment is on the mobile coach.)
Early detection saves lives—help us spread the word by sharing this post.
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Maggie tackles every first-grade challenge with strength, endless patience, and a big smile! Maggie battles busy days, tiny voices, and learning adventures like a true classroom warrior. Her energy, kindness, and dedication make her students feel safe, loved, and ready to learn every day."
"Maggie tackles every first-grade challenge with strength, endless patience, and a big smile! Maggie battles busy days, tiny voices, and learning adventures like a true classroom warrior. Her energy, kindness, and dedication make her students feel safe, loved, and ready to learn every day."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Coach Matthews connects with hundreds of students every day across his classes at the high school and his coaching responsibilities after school. He is constantly revising his approach to athlete development to best meet the needs of our students. Additionally, he connects well with students both inside and outside of the classroom. Specifically, students can routinely be found complimenting his positive demeanor and comedic approach to teaching and forming relationships. Coach Matthews is certainly an Ultimate Warrior!"
"Coach Matthews connects with hundreds of students every day across his classes at the high school and his coaching responsibilities after school. He is constantly revising his approach to athlete development to best meet the needs of our students. Additionally, he connects well with students both inside and outside of the classroom. Specifically, students can routinely be found complimenting his positive demeanor and comedic approach to teaching and forming relationships. Coach Matthews is certainly an Ultimate Warrior!"
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Krystle Heil has truly been such a bright light since joining Eagle! Her positivity, kindness, and genuine care for others are felt by everyone around her. She is always open to trying new things and is continually looking for ways to grow — whether in her teaching, her classroom, or her relationships with students. Krystle has such a welcoming presence and makes a point to greet both staff and students with a smile. We are so lucky to have her as part of our Eagle family!"
"Krystle Heil has truly been such a bright light since joining Eagle! Her positivity, kindness, and genuine care for others are felt by everyone around her. She is always open to trying new things and is continually looking for ways to grow — whether in her teaching, her classroom, or her relationships with students. Krystle has such a welcoming presence and makes a point to greet both staff and students with a smile. We are so lucky to have her as part of our Eagle family!"
✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Mrs. Martin is a such a kind and nurturing preschool educator. She collaborates well with fellow staff and families openly and respectfully to ensure the best outcomes for her students. Her genuine kindness shines through in her patience and constant encouragement . Mrs. Martin is a positive uplifting presence which makes her not only a great role model for our preschoolers but a joy for staff to work with. So shout out to you Mrs. Martin. Thanks for being you."
"Mrs. Martin is a such a kind and nurturing preschool educator. She collaborates well with fellow staff and families openly and respectfully to ensure the best outcomes for her students. Her genuine kindness shines through in her patience and constant encouragement . Mrs. Martin is a positive uplifting presence which makes her not only a great role model for our preschoolers but a joy for staff to work with. So shout out to you Mrs. Martin. Thanks for being you."
🎓💬 Happy National School Counseling Week! 💬🎓
Here’s to the amazing school counselors who guide, support, and uplift our students every step of the way. Whether it’s academic advice, emotional support, or a listening ear — your impact is truly priceless. Thank you for all you do! 💚
The Warrior Closet is open this Tuesday! It is a FREE program created to support our families. Students can access essential school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items - all at no cost. The Warrior Closet is located behind Smithville Middle School.
Maple Elementary kindergarten and preschool students wrapped up their literacy unit on farming with a hands-on experience they won’t soon forget. Students had the chance to meet three goats and two chickens, learn about farm animals, and even practice gentle petting as classes rotated through the experience. We love seeing learning come alive in such fun and meaningful ways! 🐐
