Join us in giving her a big Tiger welcome, as she takes on her new role as Assistant Principal at Smithville Junior High. Be sure to come to Meet the Teacher tonight to meet her and all the staff in person!
Mary Jo received her BA in Communication Disorders and sciences from Augustana College in Rock Island IL and her MA from Eastern Illinois University. She has over 30 years experience in Speech Pathology.
"I am passionate about helping students find their voice and reach their full potential. I look forward to collaborating with families and staff to support student success in a caring, close-knit community."
Welcome to Smithville!
Join us for the Meet the Tiger Community Pep Rally!
Meet all our Tigers and Lady Tigers and start off the year right...with Tiger Pride!!!
Thursday, August 6th at 7pm in the High School Gym.
Everyone is welcome!
There are two opportunities to participate:
*In Person: August 6th at 4pm (Smithville Junior High Library)
*Online: August 7th at 12pm (via Zoom) - https://bit.ly/44UqUjU
We hope you will join us for this important information.
Stop by the campus TODAY to register your incoming student for the 26-27 school year. Contact the campus for more details and times available:
Smithville High School: 512-237-2451
Smithville Junior High: 512-237-2407
Smithville Elementary: 512-237-2406
Brown Primary: 512-237-2519
Please welcome Mrs. Rachel Kessler to Smithville ISD!
Rachel has 20 years in education and holds a Masters in Educational Diagnostics from Stephen F. Austin University. She also holds a Master in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. She is excited to join Smithville Junior High as a Math Resource teacher! We are happy to have her as part of our Tiger Family!
Chase will be serving Smithville High School as the new Ag Mechanics teacher. He is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with a minor in Wildlife Management. This will be his fourth year in the classroom and he is very excited to join Smithville ISD.
Welcome, Mr. Crum!
Ricky is a graduate of Sam Houston State University and has six years of coaching and teaching experience. He is looking forward to building meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues while helping students succeed both in the classroom and on the field. Coach Guerra will be teaching High School Math and serving as Special Teams Coordinator and Head Golf Coach for SHS.
Please help us welcome him to Smithville!
Welcome Coach Tami Combs to Smithville ISD!
Tami has been coaching for 20 years in Cypress, but fell in love with the charm of Smithville and is excited to join Smithville Junior High as the Tech Apps teacher, as well as volleyball coach. She and her husband, Chris, have three children - one graduate and two who will be joining the Tiger Family as students! She will also serve as an assistant tennis coach for SJHS & SHS.
We look forward to her joining our team!
You can find out more about working in the district, and find our career opportunities, by visiting www.smithvilleisd.org/page/careers-at-sisd
JOIN OUR TIGER FAMILY! 🐯🐯
Go to any of our sites Tuesday or Thursday for free meals for your students. The last day for meals will be this Thursday, July 23rd.
Mr. Erickson will be joining SHS as the Culinary Arts teacher. He has 17 years in public education, as well as 10 years teaching college and private culinary schools like Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts and the Young Chefs Academy. He believes food and learning how to cook is the foundation of society and communities as everyone must eat, feed others, understand nutrition, and respect where there food comes from. We are incredibly excited to have him join our staff!
Please help us welcome Mr. Erickson!
Javonte is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin University and is entering his 10th year in education. In addition to coaching basketball and track & field, Coach Johnson will be in inclusion teacher at the high school. He is looking forward to joining the Tiger family and establishing a culture to be proud of for years to come. We are thrilled to have him join the Tiger Family!
#TigerPride
Ashley is joining the SHS as a 9th/10th grade English teacher. She is a graduate of Texas State University in San Marcos and is going into her fourth year in education. She can't wait to meet the students, connect with the Smithville community, and begin this exciting new chapter!
We are happy to have her as part of our Tiger Family!
If you are unsure how this works, you can rewatch our Lunch & Learn with step-by-step guidance: https://youtu.be/M1RpDr_EkqM?si=gfGSNlcZRbC6y8iW
SUMMER FEEDING REMINDER
We are still providing FREE summer meals for the next two weeks! Go to any of our sites Tuesday or Thursday for free meals for your students. The last day for meals will be July 23rd.
Help us welcome Mrs. Kim Nichols to the Tiger Family!
Kim has 16 years in elementary education, having taught K, 1, 2, 3, & 5 in Austin ISD. She is a 6th generation Smithvillian and is thrilled to be joining SES as the Behavior Support Specialist. We are thrilled to have her here as well!
