Smithville School District -

Today we officially welcomed 13 incredible new Warriors to the team during our onboarding session! At Smithville, we take pride in our Tradition of Excellence, and we know these new team members will carry that standard forward.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest Warriors as they begin their journey:
> Carrie Bubke - Administrative Assistant @ Eagle Heights Elementary
> Heaven Contreras - Warrior Preschool Educator @ Maple Elementary
> Kierstin Darr - 1st Grade Teacher @ Maple Elementary
> Tyler Funk - Technology & Innovation Teacher @ Smithville Middle School/SHS Boys Basketball Coach
> Cassandra Gearhart - Special Education Teacher @ Maple Elementary
> Derek Kasner - SHS Girls' Basketball Assistant Coach
> Megan Kelling - Speech Language Pathologist @ Eagle Heights Elementary
> Hillary Krebs - 6th Grade Teacher @ Horizon Elementary
> Mason Montez - SHS Boys' Basketball Assistant Coach
> Keith Slater - Elementary Counselor
> Haley Starner - 3rd Grade Teacher @ Maple Elementary
> Andrew Way - 5th Grade Teacher @ Eagle Heights Elementary
> Kaitlin Way - Warrior Preschool Instructional Assistant @ Maple Elementary

Today's thing to know is school supply lists are available! 📝

Families can find school supply lists for the 2026-27 school year on the Smithville School District website: https://smithvillesdmo.sites.thrillshare.com/o/ssd/page/school-supply-lists

Don’t forget about Missouri’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday! The holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 9. During this time, qualifying back-to-school purchases, including clothing, school supplies, computers, and other eligible items defined by state law, are exempt from sales tax.

Happy shopping, Warriors! 💚

With just 20 weekdays until the first day of school, we're kicking off our 20 Things to Know Before School Starts countdown! Each weekday, we'll share an important reminder to help your family get ready for a great school year.

Today's Thing to Know: Back-to-School Dates

Back-to-School Night:
📅 Elementary Schools: August 20 | 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📅 Middle School: August 19 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📅 High School: August 19 | 4:30–6:30 p.m.

First Day of School:
Tuesday, August 25

Follow along for more important back-to-school reminders and information. We can't wait to welcome our Warriors back! 💚

In this role, you'll work alongside teachers to support students academically, socially, and behaviorally - making a meaningful difference every day. If you're passionate about helping children learn and grow, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today at smithville.schoolspring.com and become part of the Warrior Family.

We're looking for caring, dependable individuals to join our team as Substitute Teachers and Substitute Nurses for the upcoming school year. Whether you're looking for a flexible schedule or want to stay connected to education, we'd love to have you on our team!

Apply today and help support our students and schools. Learn more and apply at smithville.schoolspring.com.

We are proud to celebrate an incredible achievement across the Smithville School District! All three of our elementary schools have earned the Tier 3 Award of Excellence, the highest level of recognition awarded through Missouri's Schoolwide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (MO-SWPBIS) program and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Tier 3 Award of Excellence Recipients:
Maple Elementary
Eagle Heights Elementary
Horizon Elementary

Having all three elementary schools receive the state's highest PBIS recognition is an outstanding testament to our district's commitment to fostering positive school culture and supporting student success. Through data-driven, team-based implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), our elementary schools have created safe, welcoming learning environments where students are empowered to grow academically, socially and emotionally.

Congratulations to the dedicated staff at Maple, Eagle Heights and Horizon Elementary! Your commitment to the PBIS framework is making a lasting difference in the lives of our students every day.

Returning Student Registration for 2026-27 is open! Families of current students who will be returning to the Smithville School District for the 2026-27 school year can register their students today.
https://www.smithvilleschooldistrict.net/o/ssd/page/returning-students

Do you see what I see? GREEN! 💚🥎

Turf is officially being laid at the softball complex, and we’re loving every step of the progress. This project is becoming a reality thanks to the support of our community through the April 2025 bond initiative.

We can’t wait to see our Warriors take the field in this incredible new space. Thank you for investing in our students and supporting the future of the Smithville School District.

Strong Schools. Strong Community. Strong Future.

Warriors Explore Summer Program begins June 1 and runs through June 26! ☀️💚

We can’t wait to welcome our Warriors back for a summer full of opportunities to engage, enrich, and explore together. From hands-on learning to exciting activities and new experiences, it’s going to be a great month of learning and fun!

The Smithville School District is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team! If you are dedicated to helping students find their voice, build communication skills, and thrive both academically and socially, we’d love to connect with you.

Apply today or help us spread the word by sharing this post!
https://smithville.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5733926

Tomorrow is the last day of school! ☀️🎉As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to thank our students, staff, and families for making it such a great one. We are proud of all that our Warriors accomplished this year and wish everyone a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break!

Early Release Times:
Elementary Schools: 1:15 PM
Middle School: 12:08 PM
High School: 12:11

On Tuesday we celebrated our Warrior Preschool Program graduates! 🎓 From tiny caps and gowns to huge smiles and excited waves, our little warriors stole the show. We are so proud of all they have learned, the friendships they have built, and the bright futures ahead of them. Kindergarten, here they come! ✨

Today 8th graders got a first look at life at Smithville High School during Step Up Day! From touring the building and learning what’s in store next year, it was an exciting day! And with Bomb Pops in hand, it’s safe to say… high school is going to be the BOMB! 💥

We can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2030 to SHS this fall!

Today we celebrate our incredible Speech-Language Pathologists! 🎉

Thank you for the patience, expertise, and care you bring every day to help students find their voice, build confidence, and communicate with the world around them. We are grateful for all you do to support our students!

The Warrior Closet is a free program through the Smithville School District that provides families access to school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items they may need. Join us for the “End of the Year Blast”, our last open days before summer break. Families are invited to come get play clothes and other needed items on Tuesday, May 5 from 4 to 6 p.m. and Thursday, May 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. It is located in the trailer behind Smithville Middle School.

✨WARRIOR SHOUT-OUT✨
"Mrs. Pawlcyn is Horizon's counselor who holds a special place in all our hearts. She is the person that listens quietly and knows the right words to say. She provides support to both students and staff and advocates for student needs. She is patient, compassionate and fair. Her connection to our Horizon building isn't contained to our four walls, she helps out in other buildings within the District. Thank you, Mrs. Pawlcyn, for being a real life superhero!"