Please see the attachment for book fair information.

Updated 3/6/25
**There were calculation errors at Carl Albert and a new list of placements were sent out today. I have updated the list below. **
17 students from the high school traveled to Carl Albert State College today to compete in the annual Scholastic Contest. They took a variety of tests and represented our school very well! The following students placed in their division and will compete at the state level in May. Smithville School placed 3rd in Division 1 overall!!
Congratulations students!!
Paris Lancaster - 1st Place in Journalism
Lizzi Polk - 2nd Place in Spanish I
Karsyn Perrin - 2nd Place in Psychology
Bryan Conley - 1st Place in World Geography and 2nd Place in English Literature
Lane Johnson - 2nd Place in Trigonometry and 3rd Place in Business Math
Allie Boles - 2nd Place in American Literature
Bethany Caldwell - 2nd Place in Algebra II and 2nd Place in American History
Memphis Murray - 1st Place in Computer Science I
Zaden Crawford - 2nd Place in General Business
Annbra McDaniel - 2nd Place in World History
Alyssa Myers - 3rd Place in Fundamentals of Music
Noah Murray - 3rd Place in Oklahoma History, 3rd Place in Physical Science, and 5th Place in Algebra I
Jarron Ford - 4th Place in American Government
Micheal Murray - 2nd Place in Chemistry
Allie Hoobler - 4th Place in Geometry
Maggie Boles - 4th Place in Vocabulary and 4th Place in Speech
Hunter Hodges - 4th Place in Computer Science 2
Just a few reminders before tonight's
state basketball games..
The OKC Fairgrounds has a clear-bag policy and walk-through scanners in place for the OSSAA State Tournaments to be held in the Jim Norick Arena. The approved clear plastic tote size is a maximum of 12 inches x 6 inches x 12 inches or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag. The policy will allow nontransparent clutch wallets that are no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches, clear fanny packs and clear crossbody bags. Bags that are necessary for medical equipment will be searched at each gate. No other bags or purses including diaper bags will be permitted and the limit on bags is one per person.
The following items are prohibited:
Noise Makers
Confetti
Banners
Emblems or Placecards
Signs
Thundersticks
Balloons
Laser Lights
Megaphones
Foam Fingers
Fatheads
Flags
Any other items that may be a distraction to the participants in the game or to the other fans.
Below is a direct link to purchase tickets for the Smithville Lady Braves game at the big house. https://etix.com/ticket/p/34675748/ossaa-high-school-basketball-week1-session-2-class-b-girls-wed-mar-5-430pm6pm730pm-9pm-oklahoma-city-jim-norick-arena-okc-fairgrounds
If you're unable to make it and would like to stream the game, you can do so by following this link. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ossaa/gam3e4813842a
Good luck, ladies!!

🌟Class Spotlight🌟
Mrs. McReynolds would like to recognize this group of 5th and 6th graders. She said, "Well... what started out as a typical Monday turned into an awesome first hour class! I was running a little behind, and my students had started their morning routine without me! So proud of them for showing responsibility and initiative."❤️ great job, kiddos!
#awesomeclass

🌟Student Spotlight🌟 4th grader, Braelynn Williams is being recognized for straightening books in the library. Great job!👏🏻

March Elementary/Middle School Calendar!
Attention:
In case you missed it...Kindergarten and 8th Grade Graduation pictures, as well as sports pictures may be ordered online at
https://www.photoreflect.com/store/Photos.aspx?e=14501721&page=0

🌟Student Spotlight🌟
Zane Mangold is a 4th graders, being applauded for pushing in chairs in the library without being asked. Nice work!

Due to school being virtual on Wednesday and Thursday, there have been changes to the dress up days for Read Across America week. Please see the attached flyer.

ATTENTION:
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Previously scheduled for this Thursday, March 6th HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED to Tuesday, March 11th 3:30-9:30PM

Tickets for state playoffs can be found at the following link, when they become available. Streaming will be on NFHS pay-per-view at the following link, as well.
https://ossaaillustrated.com/basketball/
If you are planning on cheering on the lady braves at Jim Norick Arena, please note there is a clear bag policy.

ATTENTION:
Important information regarding classes this week!!
We will observe Virtual learning days on Wednesday and Thursday of this week!!
Pep Rally - 2:30 PM in the High School Gymnasium Tuesday, March 4th.
Send Off - 10:00 AM The Girl's bus will leave for the game on Wednesday, March 5th. Feel free to line the street between the High School and the Elementary prior to departure.
Go Lady Braves!!!

Dr. Suess Week begins tomorrow, March 3rd! See picture for Dress Up Day information.
2025 State Basketball Championship Tournament class B bracket.
Smithville Lady Braves will play Arnett Wednesday, March 5th at 9 pm in Jim Norick Arena at the fairgrounds.


Congratulations to our Lady Braves for punching their ticket to the state tournament. We are proud of you!

Below is a direct link to today's area basketball game. Smithville Braves will be playing the Kiowa Cowboys at 2:30.
https://www.citylinktv.com/channel/durant-mix-tv/
ATTENTION!!!!
We are nearing the deadline to order yearbooks for the 2024-2025 School Year!
Make sure to order yours now!!
Deadline for orders is March 10th. We will not be ordering a lot of extras!! If you wait, you may miss out on precious memories!
Contact Amanda Morris at the High School for any questions that you have 580-244-3281.

Just an FYI...
KG and 8th Grade Graduation pictures were taken yesterday. If you missed sending your order form to the school, or your child did not get home with theirs, they can still be ordered! Orders can be placed online through Heritageportraits.net at any time, or if you wish to order through the school, you may send money and order information to the school by Wednesday of next week. If you have any questions, please call Amanda Morris at 580-244-3281

Below is a direct url to the approved area basketball tournament live stream options. We will release the URL for Smithville games as well once we are given that information. It will not be broadcasted using the NFHS Network.
https://ossaaillustrated.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BK_2024-25_2AABAreasVLS-1.pdf
