Weldon A. Smith Elementary School

Sparklers Dance Team Tryout Practice starts next week!🎉 Don’t forget—permission slips are due today! 📣 We can’t wait to see our future Sparklers shine! ✨❤️

Corpus Christi ISD is proud to announce the next phase of its 1:1 for everyone, which expands access to digital learning tools for all grade levels. During the 2025–26 school year, students in grades K–12 will have access to a district-issued device. Students in grades 3 through 5 will have access to a 1:1 device while at school, and students in grades 6-12 will have a device directly assigned to them for use at school and home. Families of students in grades 3–8 will also have the option to request that their child’s device be sent home for extended learning opportunities. Highlights of the Initiative: Internet filters: All devices will be equipped with internet filtering to help ensure safe browsing at school and home. Insurance options: Families will have access to device insurance options ranging from $15-$30, which can be found on the school webstore. Student Technology Service Center: Certified high school student technicians will continue to provide device repair and maintenance through the Student Technology Service Center, supporting both sustainability and career-ready skills development. “Providing devices for each student ensures equitable access districtwide and enables students to take learning beyond the four walls of the classroom, when appropriate,” said Director of Technology Support Services Janelle Reyes. To learn more about the 1:1 Student Device Initiative—including FAQs, please visit ccisd.us/page/technology-services or reach out through Let’s Talk or by contacting Technology Services by texting (361) 600-3691 or emailing Let’s Talk at ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk.com

Happy May Roadrunner Families! ❤️ Please take a moment to review our May Family Newsletter. 📰 https://secure.smore.com/n/19kaxh

Smith Popcorn Fundraiser Update: Popcorn and prizes have been delivered and will be going home today! Thank you all for helping make this fundraiser a success! 🍿🎉

Our annual climate survey is open through 4:30 p.m., Sunday, April 6. The survey is open to staff, students (grades 4-12), families and community members. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts with us. Here is the link to the survey: https://ccisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3ygyneomZJObPlI If you prefer, you may use the link posted at ccisd.us. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts! 🗓 Deadline: April 6 ⏰ It only takes a few minutes, but your input makes a BIG impact!

🎉 Roadrunner Fest is Almost Here! 🎉 Join us Friday, April 4, 2025, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Smith Elementary! 🏫✨ 🌟 What to Expect: 🎡 Exciting Games & Activities 🍔 Delicious Food & Drinks 🎟️ Silent Auction with Amazing Items 🤩 Fun for the Whole Family! 📅 Save the Date & Spread the Word! Interested in volunteering or donating? Contact Amy Rangel at amy.rangel@ccisd.us. We can’t wait to celebrate with our Smith Elementary families at Roadrunner Fest! 💛 #RoadrunnerPride #BeepBeep #WeAreSmith #CCISDproud #suCCessISD

Happy April Roadrunner Families! ❤️ Please take a moment to review our April Family Newsletter. 📰 https://secure.smore.com/n/cyvutf

📢🍿 Popcorn Fundraiser Alert! 🍿📢 Smith Elementary is hosting a delicious Popcorn Fundraiser, and we need YOUR support! 🎉 Every purchase helps fund exciting school incentives, classroom resources, and student activities. How to Participate: ✅ Order your favorite flavors ✅ Share with family & friends ✅ Enjoy tasty treats while supporting our school! 📅 Order Deadline: Friday, April 11th 📍 Pick-Up Info: Items ordered can be shipped directly to your homes or to the school Register your child by going to www.fundraisingnet.com/register and input your Group ID# 016880 Let’s pop our way to success! Thank you for supporting our amazing students! 🎈 #SmithElementary #PopcornFundraiser #SupportOurStudents

Dear Parents/Guardians, Don’t miss out on the chance to capture this year’s special memories! Yearbooks are still available for purchase, but time is running out. Secure your child’s copy today before the deadline. 📅 Order Deadline: May 29, 2025 💰 Price: $20 till the end of March / Prices will go up to $25 April 1st 🛒 Order Online: https://smith-elementary.myschoolcentral.com Yearbooks are a wonderful keepsake that your child will cherish for years to come. Quantities are limited, so be sure to place your order soon! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Parent Liaison, Giselle Castillo. giselle.castillo@ccisd.us Thank you for your support! Best regards, Lauren Stinson Principal Smith Elementary School

Enjoy an evening of great stories, special guest readers, and delicious banana boats for just $2! 🎉 Plus, don’t forget to stop by the Book Fair to shop for your next great read! Bring your family and friends for a night of fun, learning, and sweet treats. We can’t wait to see you there! 💛📖

Happy March Roadrunner Families! ❤️ Please take a moment to review our March Family Newsletter. 📰 https://secure.smore.com/n/fau2d

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming Feb 26–Mar 6. Our students are excited to shop for their own books and every purchase at the Fair benefits our school! 📚 For more info, visit https://scholastic.com/bf/weldonsmithelemschl. ❤️ - Smith Elementary

Happy February Roadrunner Families! ❤️ Please take a moment to review our February Family Newsletter. 📰 https://secure.smore.com/n/zgx2fq

We are excited to invite you to the Smith Elementary Spelling Bee on January 29th at 8:30 AM in the Smith Elementary Cafeteria. Doors will open at 8:15 AM. Our talented spellers need to be dressed in their Sunday best as they showcase their hard work and spelling skills. After the competition, please have your child bring a change of clothes to change into. We hope you can join us to cheer them on as they take the stage! We look forward to seeing you there! Warm regards, Allena Hernandez and Kaitlyn Kolacny Spelling Bee Sponsors

Student Council will be selling candy grams, complete with a sweet Valentine’s card, from January 24th to February 7th! Here are the details: *Price: $2 per candy gram (maximum of 3 per student). *Limited Quantity: Only 350 candy grams are available, so grab yours before they’re gone! *Forms and Payments: All forms and money must be turned in daily for accurate tracking. Students also have the option to pay online. *Delivery Date: Candy grams will be delivered on Thursday, February 13th, just in time to spread the love! Thank you for supporting the Student Council and helping us make Valentine’s Day special!

Roadrunner Families, Our 2024-2025 Classroom & Club Group Pictures have been rescheduled for Friday, January 31, 2025! Attached, you will find the digital bulletin boards and a digital version of the Classroom Group envelopes with all the details for picture day at Smith Elementary School. How to Order: - Online: Use the online ordering system (details in the attached documents). - Envelope: Order envelopes have been sent home with students by the campus. We look forward to capturing these cherished memories for the school year! Warm regards, Lauren Stinson Principal lauren.stinson@ccisd.us

Dear Smith Families, We are thrilled to announce that we will celebrate our 100th Day of School on Monday, February 3, 2025! This milestone is a wonderful opportunity for students to explore and experience “100” through various fun and educational activities. To make the day even more special, we are inviting students to join the celebration by: - Decorating a plain t-shirt with 100 items (e.g., stickers, googly eyes, pom-poms, buttons, stamps, etc.). (Please avoid using edible items like goldfish or animal crackers.) - Dressing up as a 100-year-old person to add a creative twist to the festivities! We can’t wait to see all the imaginative outfits and creative t-shirts! Please have your child wear their special shirt or 100-year-old attire to school on Monday, February 3rd, as we celebrate this exciting day together. Thank you! Warm regards, Lauren Stinson Principal Smith Elementary School

December is here! We have many events planned for this month. Check your email for our December Family Newsletter. ❤️💛

We will be celebrating Kindness Week this week. Each day will have a different theme.

This week is Red Ribbon Week (10/28-11/1). We would love for you to participate in our themed dress up days!