Carroll Smith Elementary School

CSE/Summer Learning Exciting News from Carroll Smith Elementary! Our dedicated summer learning students earned a fantastic field trip to the Mid-America Museum in Hot Springs, Arkansas! These hardworking students attended summer school every day and completed their assignments diligently, earning them this well-deserved trip. Their commitment and perseverance are truly inspiring! A huge thank you to Dr. Yancy and Dr. Durrah for sponsoring this amazing experience through the TELL Grant. Your support made this memorable opportunity possible! Congratulations to all our stellar students! Keep up the great work! View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/EP3GQ1PP9BLo4jiw8 #brickbybrick

CSE/Summer Learning Exciting Summer Adventures at Carroll Smith Elementary! Our amazing summer learners recently had an unforgettable trip to the Memphis Zoo! 🐘 Students explored the incredible wildlife exhibits, learned about various animal species, and enjoyed a day full of fun and educational activities. Check out some snapshots from our zoo adventure! View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/g5dxZVZaXyBoLYag8 #brickbybrick

CSE/Summer Program Ready, Set, Action! Building Skills Through Student Engagement at Carroll Smith Elementary Summer School Program We are thrilled to share the exciting details and moments from our ongoing summer school program at Carroll Smith Elementary! This summer, our main focus for instruction is on building essential skills through engaging and interactive activities designed to keep our students excited about learning. Our dedicated team is committed to creating a dynamic and fun learning environment where students can thrive. We are excited to share some amazing moments from our summer program. Check out the photos to see our students in action! View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8Tfh1Xzzz5TEMTmU6 #brickbybrick

Juneteenth Osceola School District will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth. #brickbybrick

CSE/ Report Card Reminder Parents and Guardians of CSE students may pick up their child's final report cards in the CSE office. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. #brickbybrick

CSE/ 4th Quarter Honor Roll and Achievements We are incredibly proud to announce that the following students have made the honor roll for the 4th quarter! Your hard work, dedication, and achievements have truly paid off. Keep shining bright and aiming high! A list of the honor roll students and their achievements will be posted in the photos section. Be sure to check it out and celebrate their amazing accomplishments! Way to go, students! #brickbybrick

CSE/ Summer Enrichment 3rd and 4th grade students scoring on level or exceeding in LIteracy were invited to CSE's Summer Enrichment Class. Students read books, then made Magic Mold models of the book characters. Good things are happening at CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday. #brickbybrick

CSE/Summer Enrichment The Summer Enrichment Class welcomed additional students today. Good news travels fast and these students wanted to be part of the exciting activities happening at CSE. Students continued their work on clay model characters and designed new covers for the books they have chosen. #brickbybrick

CSE/ April Staff Member Congratulations to our very own Ms. Lorrie Pendleton for receiving April Staff Member of the Month! Ms. Pendleton is a valued member or our CSE team. She never hesitates to jump in when needed to do whatever is asked of her. Ms. Pendleton assists in classrooms, collaborates with teachers, and monitors CSE lunch times daily. Thank you Ms. Pendleton for always being there for our students , staff, and parents. CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday #brickbybrick

CSE/i-Ready Growth Carroll Smith Elementary recognizes i-Ready Diagnostic growth. Help us celebrate students that achieved growth in Math and/or Reading by 10 points or more on the End of Year Diagnostic Test. Congratulations students on achieving your individual goals!! Great things are happening at CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday! #brickbybrick

Congratulations Mrs. Jessica Nelson for achieving May Teacher of the Month! Mrs. Nelson has seen student academic progress as well as great professional growth. She actively searches for ways to enhance instruction in order to teach all students in her class. Thank you Mrs. Nelson for doing all you do to ensure student progress. CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday #brickbybrick

CSE/May Staff of the Month Congratulations, Ms. Stefanie Bradley, (Literacy Interventionist/Dyslexia), for receiving the May Staff Member of the Month!! Ms. Bradley exhibits leadership skills, serves on various committees, and has student achievement and progress at the forefront in all she does. Ms. Bradley not only helps students achieve, but also our staff through collaboration and planning. Thank you Ms. Bradley for ensuring CSE achieves. CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday #brickbybrick

CSE/April Grade Level Team "Third Grade Rocks" with Ms.Toyia Taylor and Ms. Shelena White. These ladies have collaborated to create positive learning opportunities for all third grade students at CSE. We would like to congratulate them for receiving this honor as chosen by their peers . Thank you Third Grade Team for always doing what is best for students! CSE-Celebrating Success Everyday #brickbybrick

CSE/ April Teacher of the Month Congratulations to Ms. Brianna Thomas for receiving the April Teacher of the Month! Ms. Thomas goes above the expected to establish great rapport with her students. She gives her students the support and strategies needed to succeed academically. Students in her classroom are actively engaged and achieving academic goals. Thank you Ms. Thomas for all you do for CSE students. CSE-Celebrates Success Everyday #brickbybrick

CSE/End of the Year Field Day Celebration Our students had a blast with various fun activities, games, and treats. It was a fantastic way to celebrate the end of the school year together. Check out the photos from the event by clicking the link below: View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/aFY88oF64Jh36ype9 Thank you to all the teachers, staff, and volunteers who made this day memorable for everyone! #brickbybrick

Today, May 31, 2024, marks the last day of the 2023-2024 school year for Osceola School District! We extend our sincerest gratitude to our incredible students, dedicated teachers, supportive staff, and families for their hard work and commitment throughout the year. Have an amazing and safe summer break! We eagerly anticipate welcoming everyone back in August! #brickbybrick

Osceola Summer Meal Program Announcement With summer right around the corner, it's time to think about keeping our children healthy and happy while school is out. The Osceola School District is excited to announce that we will be providing free meals to children during the summer! Let's make this summer a season of fun, health, and nourishment for all our kids. Spread the word and join us in keeping our community strong and healthy! #brickbybrick

Attention Osceola School District Families: Please be informed that all schools in the Osceola School District will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024, in observance of Memorial Day. Classes will resume as per the regular schedule on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Thank you, and have a safe and happy holiday! #brickbybrick

Makeup Days Due to winter weather, Osceola School District was forced to cancel classes on January 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th. Please note the following makeup schedule for the canceled days: Friday, April 12, 2024 Friday, April 26, 2024 Friday, May 24, 2024 Friday, May 31, 2024 These days will be regular school days, and the last day of school will be Friday, May 31, 2024. Osceola School District understands that the recent cancellations may have caused some inconvenience for families and students, but safety is our top priority. We want to ensure that our students have the best opportunity to learn in a safe and comfortable environment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the makeup schedule, please contact your child’s school or the district office. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. #brickbybrick

Band Instrument Showcase Our Band Program just hit a high note with its first-ever Instrumental Showcase, and what a success it was! Students were treated to a firsthand look at the array of instruments our band offers, sparking excitement and curiosity about music in our district. The event aimed to ignite a passion for music among our students and introduce them to the diverse world of musical instruments. From brass to woodwind, percussion to strings, there was something for everyone to explore and discover. But the highlight? Hearing from students who've been instrumental in the resurgence of our Band Program. Their stories and experiences truly inspired our attendees and showcased the amazing journey our program has taken. And guess what? We're not done yet! Applications are still open for incoming 5th and 6th graders for the upcoming school year. If your child is ready to embark on a musical adventure, now's the time to sign up! Simply click the link below to submit your application: Apply Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQ7UE3chrTXy6gJ5Nug2_6IeKyzwgeZ19ZnJ-MxghvESWvJg/viewform?usp=pp_url Let's keep the music playing and the excitement building in Osceola School District #brickbybrick