Smithfield Elementary

We are off to a great start of the school year!

September has flown by, we look forward to our students settling in as quickly as the changes of the season! This month is full of exciting learning and fun events. Our students have been doing an amazing job following instructions as we practice fire and lockdown drills to ensure everyone knows what to do in an emergency. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing the importance of these safety procedures. Grades 3-5 After-School Clubs will be starting soon. Sign-up information should have been sent home already. We are so grateful for your continued support and involvement in our school community.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or the front office if you ever have any questions or concerns (570) 421-2841.

Eric Kerstetter - Principal

email: eric-kerstetter@esasd.net

570-421-2841

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 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.

October

13 No School

14 No School Prof. Dev. Day

14 PTO Meeting 6:30 pm

24 Trunk or Treat

31 Character Parade

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.

Click here to view our newsletter.

Our Guidance Counselors are ready to assist! Photo of Mrs. Rovi and Mrs. Osmun

Look for more on the PTO in the welcome packet

Email: smithfieldpto@gmail.com

Facebook: "Smithfield Elementary PTO"

When? Tuesday. October 14th, 6:30-8pm

On September 22, 2025, the Smithfield Elementary Reading and MTSS Departments held our annual Title I Parent and Family meeting. The following resources were shared with those in attendance.

Here are links with the information shared. Title I Policy , Title I Presentation, Title I Brochure, Title I Family Compact, Parent Resource order form .

Smithfield's Storybook Character Day Parade

Here are links to some easy do-it-yourself book costumes to make at home.

OCTOBER is Bully Prevention Month.

Here are some great books to share with your child at home. Resources for Families

September 15 through October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. This Resource offers tips for Spanish-speaking families to encourage reading growth at home. We have included a version in English here and in Spanish here.

With the weather being so unpredictable students are forgetting jackets and sweaters at school...please remind your child(ren) to bring home there items.

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.

New UPDATES from Dr. Vitale referencing instructions for inclement weather Families & Flyer.