Smith Elementary School
Staff Spotlight: For Stockbridge school bus driver Meredith McManaman, keeping kids safe is non-negotiable
by Mary Jo David Many things stood out while interviewing school bus driver Meredith McManaman, but the most notable is that, in the life of a bus driver, every minute counts. McManaman drives Bus 17-04, better known to younger kids in the Stockbridge School District as the “Lion” bus. She starts her day at 5 […]
Staff Spotlight: Music is a joyful experience for Jenny Laveirge’s K through 4 students
by Mary Jo David Imagine teaching and never having to struggle to get your students to engage. For that matter, imagine being a student in a class where pretty much every student wants to be there. From the sound of it—and sound is the operative word here—that’s what it’s like to be in Jenny Laveirge’s […]
Superintendent’s Desk: Thank you for supporting the school bond
Dear Stockbridge Community School District, We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for supporting our recent bond initiative. Yourinvestment in our schools means a great deal to us, and we are committed to using theseresources responsibly while meeting the needs of our students and caring for our districtfacilities. Our goal is to address immediate […]
Staff Spotlight: First grade teacher Corinne Clouse helps her students turn pint-size wins into big wins
by Mary Jo David First grade teacher Corinne Clouse is new to Smith Elementary and new to teaching, but she already feels she’s right where she needs to be. “I love my students at this age. They’re still in love with school and it’s wonderful to see the light in their eyes when they have […]
School bond goals and rationale. Your vote matters.
by Brian Friddle On Nov. 4, residents in the Stockbridge Community School District will have the opportunity to vote on aproposed bond. This is a no-mil increase bond—your annual tax rate will not go up if this bond proposalpasses.The goal of this bond is to address a variety of needs across the district. Some require […]
Sunshine and smiles pave the way for the 2025 Stockbridge Homecoming Parade
Photos provided by Judy Williams and Mary Jo David Participants in the 2025 Stockbridge Homecoming Parade could not have asked for a better day to celebrate their school pride. Float crews and various teams organized in the sunshine and (very) warm weather before they got the show on the road. Folks from throughout the school […]
Staff Spotlight
Parapro Amy Van Schoiack loves being part of a family of helpers by Mary Jo David Amy Van Schoiack is coming up on 15 years as a paraprofessional with Stockbridge schools. She began her career at Smith Elementary and is currently a longtime parapro at Heritage School. Parapros work alongside educators to help maintain a […]
Staff Spotlight
A kid at heart, Michael Gurecki blends action and learning to keep his second graders engaged by Mary Jo David “I’ve always been a kid at heart,” said Michael Gurecki, with a smile I could sense across the wireless phone waves. “When I’m at school, I get to turn play into learning for 6-, 7-, […]
You’re Invited to Kindergarten Round Up 2025: Thurs., February 27
For registration information, call the Emma Smith Elementary main office at 517-851-7735 or scan this code: Pre-Registration 2025/2026 Young 5 & Kindergarten You may use this form to pre-register your child for our Young 5 or Kindergarten programs for the 2025/2026 school year. To fully register for […]