Smithfield Elementary
January 2024
Message From The Principal
Welcome January!
Happy New year, Smithfield Families!
We're thrilled to welcome our amazing students and staff back for another exciting year of learning and growth. As the crisp January air invigorates us, lets embrace the fresh start and set our sights on new horizons. So, grab your hot cocoa and curl up for a delightful read!
Wishing you a joyous and fulfilling New Year!
As always, If you have any questions, Please call our office at (570) 421-2841.
Eric Kerstetter - Principal
email: eric-kerstetter@esasd.net
570-421-2841
Attendance
See the following brochure for the ESASD attendance and truancy procedures. Please call our main office (570) 421-2841 with any questions.
Attendance Notes: Please upload all notes on to Sapphire.
Birthday Clebrations
Birthday Basket package are available for purchase to celebrate your child's special day. For information and order forms click ESASD Food Services.
Please note package this purchase must be for an entire class.
In keeping with health and safety, the ESASD Birthday Basket option will be the only type of birthday celebration permitted at this time.
Calendar of Events
January
1/2 Back to school
1/2- 1/10 PTO Krispy Kreme Donuts Sales
1/18 Krispy Kreme Donuts pickup
1/9 PTO Meeting @ 6:30 pm
1/15 MLK day - No School
1/19 Teacher in service - No School
1/22-1/25 Winter Scholastic Book Fair
1/26 Scholastic Book Fair - Family Night
Class Dojo
All grade levels at Smithfield Elementary will be using Class DoJo for communication with families this year.
Use the following link to join our building DoJo.
Counselor Corner -Newsletter and Resources
Click here to view our newsletter.
Our Guidance Counselors are ready to assist! Photo of Mrs. Rovi and Mrs. Osmun
PTO Meeting
Look for more on the PTO in the welcome packet
Email: smithfieldpto@gmail.com
Facebook: "Smithfield Elementary PTO"
When? January 9, 6:30-8pm
The Reading Nook
For the first two weeks of January, the Smithfield Reading Department will be administering the Acadience assessment for the middle of the year to each student. Please click on this file to learn more about Acadience.
Here is a fun challenge to keep your students reading this Winter.
Weather Issues
In the case of weather-related cancellations, early dismissal, and delayed openings there are many methods you can use to stay informed.
The district communicates in the following ways:
Connect Ed., Local News & radio stations, Facebook, District Website/about us/closings.