SHS Weekly Update

The National Honor Society scholarship fund in memory of SHS student Hannah Goetz is open for donations. The scholarship will recognize a Smithfield High School senior who has overcome adversity in pursuit of excellence. Hannah heroically battled cystic fibrosis throughout much of her 21 years of her life. Hannah epitomized grace and dignity and fought every day to live life to the fullest. She inspired friends, family, classmates, teachers, and the community with her warrior spirit, her vivacious personality, and devotion to her faith. We would like to honor her battle and inspire others to persevere despite the odds and obstacles. There are two ways to contribute: Purchase Smithfield NHS merchandise with profits going to the scholarship fund or make a direct donation to the fund: NHS Hannah Goetz Scholarship Fund

Hurry, shop closes 05/15/2024.

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The SHS Engineering 4/4 KidWind Team, Goon Squad, won Overall Top Turbine Performance at the 2024 World KidWind Challenge! Team members include: Jacob Miller, Shelby Huffaker, Peyton Bosman, Katie Gallahorn and Seneca Register (coached by Heather Greer and Adam Shipman)

The joint SHS/SMS Spring Choral Concert is coming up on May 16, 2024 at 7pm in the SHS auditorium! Admission is free and open to the public. Come to hear our talented singers as they join their voices in song!

Parents and Students, as you know we have five weeks left in the 2023-2024 school year. Please be mindful of your child’s grades and attendance. Students cannot have more than 5 unexcused absences in a class. If a student has more than 5 unexcused absences in a class, they may not receive credit and will have to do an Attendance Appeal.

May 14 - Interim reports issued

May 24 - No school ("Snow Day in May")

May 27 - All schools/offices closed (Memorial Day)

June 12-13 - Three-hour early dismissal

June 13 - Last day of school

June 14 - Graduation at Liberty Live

Monday, May 13, 2024

Calculus AB & BC -7:30 am

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

English Language and Composition-7:30 am

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Biology -11:30 am

The School Board is a seeking a current sophomore at Smithfield High School to serve as a liaison. This is a two-year commitment. Application (available below) and resume are due by 4:30 p.m. May 20.

Only 20 copies left of the SHS yearbook! Order online at jostensyearbooks.com.

See the calendar below for laptop collection dates.

Please note: Beginning next school year, students with repair fees or missing equipment will no longer be able to check out a loaner laptop for the school day without a payment plan in place.

Download the application below or visit the Chamber website.

It's the final countdown to graduation! For seniors, all laptops, library books and textbooks are due back to the library on Friday, May 31.

Seniors must clear their library accounts and pay senior dues to receive graduation tickets. Clearing a library account requires all laptop repair and/or replacement charges be paid and all items issued to be returned in good condition. If a laptop is turned in damaged, a deposit of $250 is required. Only genuine Apple chargers with no damage/tape can be accepted at collection. The replacement cost for an Apple charger is $71.10.

The SHS Counseling Office has compiled important scholarship information for students. Please visit the website below to view:

https://sites.google.com/iwcs.k12.va.us/shscounselingoffice/college-career-planning/scholarships?authuser=0

Mrs. Craig's Packer Block will be collecting gently used Prom dresses and mens suits in room 47 through the last week of May.

In collaboration with PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center), the Special Education Department is hosting a Transition to Adulthood series for families of students with disabilities. The first three sessions will consist of training regarding what it means to turn 18 as a student with a disability in Virginia, social security and Medicaid waivers, and financial decisions. Finally, there will be a Transition to Adulthood Fair where families can circulate through various vendor tables. Vendors include the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Postsecondary Education Rehabilitation Transition (PERT), PEATC, and the Department of Social Services (DSS).

Website: https://shs.iwcs.k12.va.us/
Location: 14171 Turner Drive, Smithfield, VA, USA
Phone: 757-357-3108
Twitter: @OfficialSHSPack