September 19, 2025
#Engage, Energize,& Educate
September 19th, 2025
Dear PVE Families,
Our Boosterthon fundraiser is off to a fantastic start! Thank you to everyone who has already participated and shared with friends and family. Every contribution directly supports our school and makes a big difference for our students.
Updates will be provided throughout the week about our fun challenges and progress toward our goal. Your encouragement at home means so much!
Thank you for your continued support.
Our Boosterthon Schedule for Wednesday,September 24th (in the field)
9:35-10:45 am Grades 3 & 5
10:55-11:45 am Grades 1 & 4
1:35-2:25pm Grades K & 2
What is a School Improvement Plan?
The Rhode Island Department of Education has developed a coherent, aligned, and cohesive theory of action that:
1. Focuses on school improvement as an agency-wide priority
2. Emphasizes the twin values of support and accountability
3. Acknowledges local education agencies (LEAs) as the unit of change that manage schools.
4. Places a fundamental focus on the centrality of teaching and learning in the urgent work of improving the state’s lowest performing schools.
PVES School Improvement Plan for 2025-2026
Our SIT is made up of administrators, staff, community members, and parents. The team meets once a trimester before school from 8:00-8:45 in the old library.
If you are interested in participating on our School Improvement Team, please email Mrs. Viera at tviera@smithfield-ps.org
The SIT meetings for the year are as follows:
Wednesday, November 5th (old library) 8:15-8:45 am
Wednesday, February 11th (old library) 8:15-8:45 am
Wednesday, April 29th (old library) 8:15-8:45 am
Walking School Bus
We are delighted to share that Mr. Firth will be leading the Walking School Bus this year. More information on the schedule and dates is forthcoming. We hope to resume this in October.
A Message from Lifetouch
Picture Day Date(s): October 08, 2025
Picture Day ID: EVT3G239W
Flyers
Attention Kindergarten Families/SHS Event
Registration Link Please use the link below to register for the Trunk or Treat.
Volunteers Needed
If you have your BCI (background check) and your volunteer training completed, please consider volunteering at any of the below opportunities. Please email Mrs. Viera at tviera@smithfield-ps.org to volunteer.
Before school recess 8:20-8:50 am
Grades k & 1-the playground
Grades 2 & 3-the field
Grades 4 & 5-the basketball courts
Lunch & Recess
Grades 3 & 5 Recess-11:40-12:05 pm
Grades K & 2 Lunch-11:45-12:15 pm
Grades K & 2 Recess-12:15-12:40 pm
Grades 1 & 4 Recess-1:10-1:35 pm
Rootstock Blurb:
It’s our 5th Anniversary!
Rootstock is back for its 5th year, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to this annual celebration of music, nature, art, and community at the beautiful 23-acre Mowry Commons.
What to Expect:
Live Music All Day – Bring a blanket or lawn chair and let the sound carry you. Looking forward to musical performances by Courtney & Brad, Hopper, Space Cowboy Newt, Roman, Poppy in the Beet Patch, Of the Sun and more!
Explore Mowry Commons – Wander the trails, say hi to the chickens, meet the goats, observe the insects, admire the flora, and join a guided tour of the property.
Share Space Talks – 5 Tents placed around the farm will feature 40-minute presentations and demonstrations from local experts regarding everyday Environmental Science, Yoga & Movement, Family Enrichment, Eco-Sustainability, and Arts & Entertainment.
Art + Creativity – Participate in hands-on crafts such as a communal mural, needle felting and rock painting from the Artist Exchange. — open to kids and adults.
Pick-Your-Own Flower Bouquet – Back by popular demand! Rootstock attendees have the opportunity to pick flowers from our greenhouse and arrange a custom bouquet. This activity is pay-what-you-can.
Local Food – Enjoy delicious tacos from Tacofied! Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available on the menu.
Community Partners – Meet Rhode Island organizations making a difference in climate action, education, and social change.
Raffle Prizes - $1 buys you 1 raffle ticket to enter to win a variety of raffle prizes from awesome establishments like Seven Arrows Farm, Sin Bakery, New Harvest and more!
A Message from Nurse Mullins
When Should Your Child Stay Home From School.
Dental Screening Form (Please complete only if you want your child screened)
The screening will take place on Wednesday, September 24th.
Important Dates:
Wednesday, September 24th-Boosterthon Event/All Day-Schedule by grade level
Friday, September 26th-Unified Day/Wear “GREEN”-Unified Day Assembly
Wednesday, October 8th-Lifetouch Picture Day
Monday, October 13th-Columbus Day/No School
Wednesday, October 15th-Fire Safety Assemblies 9:00am and 1:30 pm
Friday, October 17th-Wear your Favorite Sports Jersey Day!
Saturday, October 18th-Trunk or Treat at PVES Faculty Lot from 5:00-5:30pm SENSORY friendly hours and 5:30-7:00 p.m. general admission
Tuesday, October 21st-SSELAC meeting in the SHS media center at 6:30 p.m,
Have a wonderful weekend.
Warmly,
Mrs. Dohoney & Mrs. Viera