Smithfield Elementary
August/September 2026
Welcome back!
I hope your summer was filled with rest, adventure, and quality time with loved ones. The start of a new school year is always filled with energy and anticipation, but this year carries an extraordinary milestone. We are stepping into a school year that connects our daily learning to a remarkable legacy.
As our Nation marks America's Semiquincentennial (250th Anniversary), our very own school is celebrating its Centennial (100th Anniversary)!
Just as our country was built on principles of community, curiosity, and collaboration, our school community thrives when we work together to support every child's growth. We are proud to have Smithfield Elementary as a part of the community for a full century helping children learn to read, solve their first math problems, and build lifelong friendships.
Please make sure to read our monthly newsletters and check our school website and Dojo for important updates and announcements.
We also encourage you to reach out to your child's teacher or the front office if you ever have any questions or concerns (570) 421-2841.
Here's to a wonderful and successful school year together and the beginning of another new chapter for our school!
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
August/September
8/28: Building Closed
8/31: First Student Day
9/4-9/7: Labor Day Weekend
8: PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
8-12: PTO Fall Scholastic Book Fair
17: Open House 6-7pm / Book Fair
17: Title I meeting 5:30-6pm
21: 2 hr Delay/ K-12 Professional Development
24: Lifetouch Picture Day
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. Welcome letter.
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? Tuesday . September, 11th, 6:30-8pm
The Reading Nook
We hope you had a wonderful summer filled with books that took you on many reading adventures! Do not forget that Summer Reading Logs are due back by Friday, September 4th. Students who participate can earn "bucks" to use at the Book Fair and be entered to win a summer prize basket!
Sometimes it can be a struggle to get into the groove of school after a fun summer break. Here is a resource with a few tips to encourage reading at home: https://readingeggs.com/articles/back-to-school-reading-activities/
Here are some terms and descriptions related to reading instruction that may help give you a better understanding of what's happening in your child's classroom at the beginning of the school year and what it all means for your young learners.
COMING SEPTEMBER!
!!!!! Title I Parent Engagement Meeting September 17th !!!!!!!!!
All attendees will be eligible to enter a raffle for a grand prize drawing of a Kids Kindle Fire!
Open flyer for QR code to RSVP!
Your Smithfield Reading Specialists,
Mrs. Agolino & Mrs. Falbo
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.