Get your fall and winter gear at 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.
🧹🧼 Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! 🧼🧹
Today we’re shining a light on the hardworking custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From early mornings to late nights — your work doesn’t go unnoticed, and we’re so grateful for you! 💚
Way Back When-sday ✨
Flashback to 1995, when two high schoolers give a peace sign just before the curtains rose on their big play.
Have you ever been part of a theater production? Whether on stage, behind the scenes, or in the audience, what’s your favorite memory? 🎭
🎉🏫 It’s National Principals Month! 🏫🎉 Here’s to the leaders who set the tone, build community, and go above and beyond for students and staff every day. Thank you for being the heart of our schools! 💚
Our 6th graders at Horizon Elementary are diving into the Technology & Innovation Lab with Mrs. Jermain, where creativity meets problem-solving. From writing code and building robots to constructing tiny homes and testing their creations, these students are exploring the world of engineering at a young age.
Hands-on learning today = innovators of tomorrow!💡
#ssdpride
Hands-on learning today = innovators of tomorrow!💡
#ssdpride
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"Mr. Bowlin is such an awesome first grade teacher because he makes learning fun and exciting every single day. He’s patient and kind, always encouraging his students to try their best while making them feel proud of their progress. With his big smile and creative lessons, he turns challenges into adventures, and his classroom into a place where everyone feels safe, cared for, and ready to grow."
"Mr. Bowlin is such an awesome first grade teacher because he makes learning fun and exciting every single day. He’s patient and kind, always encouraging his students to try their best while making them feel proud of their progress. With his big smile and creative lessons, he turns challenges into adventures, and his classroom into a place where everyone feels safe, cared for, and ready to grow."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"To our school secretary, whose kindness, patience and tireless dedication keep our school running smoothly every single day. Your smile at the front office is the heartbeat of our community, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do."
"To our school secretary, whose kindness, patience and tireless dedication keep our school running smoothly every single day. Your smile at the front office is the heartbeat of our community, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"Carrie is amazing. She is constantly in classrooms, helping teachers get the resources they need, modeling great teaching, speaking with the state about requirements and making sure everyone is informed and able to meet the expectations with confidence and grace. She is helpful, she is fun, she is gracious and meets every day with a smile and a growth mindset. You are an Ultimate Warrior! Thank you Carrie for ALL you do!"
"Carrie is amazing. She is constantly in classrooms, helping teachers get the resources they need, modeling great teaching, speaking with the state about requirements and making sure everyone is informed and able to meet the expectations with confidence and grace. She is helpful, she is fun, she is gracious and meets every day with a smile and a growth mindset. You are an Ultimate Warrior! Thank you Carrie for ALL you do!"
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"Miss Smith is such an amazing Kindergarten teacher. She was meant for this role. Teaching tiny humans can be challenging but it seems to come natural to her. She recognizes the individual needs for each student and makes sure they are reaching their potential. She is a ray of sunshine and we are lucky to have her here at Horizon."
"Miss Smith is such an amazing Kindergarten teacher. She was meant for this role. Teaching tiny humans can be challenging but it seems to come natural to her. She recognizes the individual needs for each student and makes sure they are reaching their potential. She is a ray of sunshine and we are lucky to have her here at Horizon."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"Riley is the epitome of an Ultimate Warrior. His infectious energy and enthusiasm along with his positive attitude are inspirational to students and fellow staff. He shows great patience and kindness, empathy and a sense of responsibility to both coaching and in the classroom. His adaptability and reliability when faced with adversity are impressive."
"Riley is the epitome of an Ultimate Warrior. His infectious energy and enthusiasm along with his positive attitude are inspirational to students and fellow staff. He shows great patience and kindness, empathy and a sense of responsibility to both coaching and in the classroom. His adaptability and reliability when faced with adversity are impressive."
✨WARRIOR SHOUT OUT✨
"Tiffany as an essential part of the success of our students and staff at the high school. Juggling schedules and all the things that happen behind the scenes that allow students and staff to be successful within the classroom is of immense value."
Reminder! Early release on Friday, and no school on Monday.
Way Back When-sday! 🎉
In 1997, Pow-Wow (yearbook) editors proudly posed for a school photo. Do you know anyone who is or was part of the yearbook editing team?
In 1997, Pow-Wow (yearbook) editors proudly posed for a school photo. Do you know anyone who is or was part of the yearbook editing team?
✨Warrior Shout Out✨
"I am honored to nominate Amanda McCluskey for the Ultimate Warrior Award. Amanda works tirelessly as a Process Coordinator for our district, and her dedication ensures that our special education department operates smoothly and effectively. She is a true hero for our students and staff.
Amanda's commitment is evident in her daily interactions. She collaborates constantly with staff members, parents, and other key individuals to ensure that everyone's needs are met. She is an incredible resource, always ready to offer great ideas and strategies, find a needed resource, or help problem-solve a difficult situation.
Amanda is also a dedicated leader. She is not afraid to lead professional development sessions to ensure staff have the training they need to succeed. As the district's Mandt trainer, she is always available to assist staff with questions or provide additional training when it's needed. Her positive attitude and willingness to jump in and help make her a phenomenal colleague.
Thank you, Amanda, for leading the team of process coordinators and special education department. Your hard work, positive spirit, and dedication to being the best you can be every day make you a true Ultimate Warrior."
"I am honored to nominate Amanda McCluskey for the Ultimate Warrior Award. Amanda works tirelessly as a Process Coordinator for our district, and her dedication ensures that our special education department operates smoothly and effectively. She is a true hero for our students and staff.
Amanda's commitment is evident in her daily interactions. She collaborates constantly with staff members, parents, and other key individuals to ensure that everyone's needs are met. She is an incredible resource, always ready to offer great ideas and strategies, find a needed resource, or help problem-solve a difficult situation.
Amanda is also a dedicated leader. She is not afraid to lead professional development sessions to ensure staff have the training they need to succeed. As the district's Mandt trainer, she is always available to assist staff with questions or provide additional training when it's needed. Her positive attitude and willingness to jump in and help make her a phenomenal colleague.
Thank you, Amanda, for leading the team of process coordinators and special education department. Your hard work, positive spirit, and dedication to being the best you can be every day make you a true Ultimate Warrior."
✨DOUBLE Warrior Shout Out✨
"Tammy is constantly willing to help me with all my students of all abilities. She truly is a stable part of my day! "
"Mrs. Saighman is a dedicated individual with personal standards. She consistently seeks ways to improve her work, even though she already performs her job exceptionally well. She supports students and staff in our building and makes it a better place! "
"Tammy is constantly willing to help me with all my students of all abilities. She truly is a stable part of my day! "
"Mrs. Saighman is a dedicated individual with personal standards. She consistently seeks ways to improve her work, even though she already performs her job exceptionally well. She supports students and staff in our building and makes it a better place! "
✨Warrior Shout Out✨
"I am thrilled to nominate Dawn for the Ultimate Warrior Award. In her first year teaching at Maple Elementary, Dawn has gone above and beyond to ensure our students in special education have a positive and engaging learning environment every single day. She is a true hero for our students and staff at Maple Elementary.
Dawn’s dedication is evident in every aspect of her classroom. She consistently creates engaging activities and lessons that meet the diverse needs of her students. She makes sure their sensory needs are met, integrates technology seamlessly into her lessons, and, most importantly, ensures her students are happy and thriving. Her classroom is a place of joy, learning, and growth.
Beyond her incredible work with students, Dawn is a phenomenal leader for her instructional assistants. She listens to their concerns, provides thoughtful guidance, and helps them problem-solve challenges. Her collaborative and supportive leadership style creates a cohesive team that is dedicated to student success.
Dawn, thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and for being an incredible role model. Your passion and hard work have a profound impact on everyone around you."
"I am thrilled to nominate Dawn for the Ultimate Warrior Award. In her first year teaching at Maple Elementary, Dawn has gone above and beyond to ensure our students in special education have a positive and engaging learning environment every single day. She is a true hero for our students and staff at Maple Elementary.
Dawn’s dedication is evident in every aspect of her classroom. She consistently creates engaging activities and lessons that meet the diverse needs of her students. She makes sure their sensory needs are met, integrates technology seamlessly into her lessons, and, most importantly, ensures her students are happy and thriving. Her classroom is a place of joy, learning, and growth.
Beyond her incredible work with students, Dawn is a phenomenal leader for her instructional assistants. She listens to their concerns, provides thoughtful guidance, and helps them problem-solve challenges. Her collaborative and supportive leadership style creates a cohesive team that is dedicated to student success.
Dawn, thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and for being an incredible role model. Your passion and hard work have a profound impact on everyone around you."
✨Warrior Shout Out✨
"Ms. Mollenhour has been so helpful and welcoming my first year teaching here at Smithville. She answers my millions of questions happily and is willing to go above and beyond to help me. I am so appreciative of her kindness."
Yesterday evening, we officially broke ground on our bond projects—an exciting step forward for the future of Smithville School District! None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our community. THANK YOU for investing in our students and their success!
Here’s what’s ahead:
🏫 Safer, updated spaces at Smithville High School (main entrance, classrooms, library/media center, restrooms)
📚 Improvements to classrooms, library/media center, locker rooms, and restrooms at Smithville Middle School
🥎⚾ Upgraded softball and baseball facilities with turf and site amenities
🌟 Expanded all-weather playing surfaces at Horizon, Maple, and Eagle Heights Elementary Schools
Strong Schools. Strong Community. Strong Future.
#ssdpride
Here’s what’s ahead:
🏫 Safer, updated spaces at Smithville High School (main entrance, classrooms, library/media center, restrooms)
📚 Improvements to classrooms, library/media center, locker rooms, and restrooms at Smithville Middle School
🥎⚾ Upgraded softball and baseball facilities with turf and site amenities
🌟 Expanded all-weather playing surfaces at Horizon, Maple, and Eagle Heights Elementary Schools
Strong Schools. Strong Community. Strong Future.
#ssdpride
Get your back to school gear at 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.
Way Back When-sday! 💃🕺
Throwing it back to 2002 — a night to remember when one of our high school students shared a dance with a senior citizen at the Senior Citizen Prom. A beautiful reminder that great memories and joy have no age limits! ❤️
Does this moment look familiar?
Throwing it back to 2002 — a night to remember when one of our high school students shared a dance with a senior citizen at the Senior Citizen Prom. A beautiful reminder that great memories and joy have no age limits! ❤️
Does this moment look familiar?
