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Phone: 919-934-4696
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Degrees and Certifications:
NCEOG/NCEOC Question Writers Certification NCDPI AIG Certification Campbell University AVID Certification BA English NC State University AA Johnston Community College
Mrs. Kristie Lawrence
Hello, and welcome to my page! My name is Kristie Lawrence. I am a 2004 graduate of NC State University in Raleigh, N.C. I taught English and Study Skills at Broughton High School before moving to Johnston County to teach middle school Language Arts. I live in Smithfield with my family. My son is in Ninth Grade this year and is an IB student attending SSS High School. We enjoy spending time at church, NC State football games, New River National Park in West Virginia, and most importantly, at home! I absolutely adore our Smithfield Community! If you are ever curious regarding what we are working on in class, please send me an email! Or, you may sign up to receive weekly summaries from your student's Google Classroom Account! Thanks for visiting my class webpage and have a fabulous day!
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Welcome back! I hope you managed to have some fun and relax a bit over your summer vacation! I can't wait to meet you and begin what I am sure will be an academically challenging and adventurous 8th grade year! Please continue to read below for important information regarding our 2020-2021 school year.
***Google Class Code: rf2lnrs***
Student Norms and Expectations for all Google Meets:Attend Meet sessions daily and try your best.
on time.
Be respectful.Make sure your microphone remains off until Mrs. Lawrence signals an appropriate time for questions and/or comments. (You may type questions in the chat box at any time.)
Avoid interrupting Mrs. Lawrence or other classmates when he/she is speaking.
Follow the Smithfield Middle School and JCPS Codes of Conduct at all times.
Virtual Office Hours 10:30-11:15 am
Live Google Meet Sessions 11:20-12:05 pm
***Tutoring is Monday afternoons from 3:15-4:00 pm and other times by request. Please email Mrs. Lawrence to sign up for tutoring and to obtain the Google Meets Link.***
School Announcements
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Attention 8th Grade Families: Parent Night at SSS High School
SSS High invites 8th grade students and their families to a Family Night for rising 9th graders on Thursday, April 15th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. 8th graders should make plans to attend this drop-in session for families to learn more about high school. A teacher panel will be available to answer questions as well. Google Meet Link for Thursday, April 15: meet.google.com/nwy-kikz-dki
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Virtual Family Night for Rising 6th Grade Families
Virtual Family Night for Rising 6th Grade Families will be held on Tuesday, April 20th at 6:00 p.m. The link will be available on our website at 5:00 the day of the family night. Information will be provided to families about 6th grade curriculum, athletics, AVID and IB programs, band & chorus, social emotional learning, and the transition to middle school. 5th grade families will have the opportunity to ask staff members questions and learn more about Smithfield Middle school. A student panel will also share their experiences about student life at Smithfield Middle.
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The 2020-2021 Literary Yearbook Magazine is on sale now!
If you are interested in pre-ordering a copy of the 2020-2021 Literary Magazine Yearbook please complete the attached Google Form by Friday, April 30th. Literary Magazine Yearbooks are $15 and payment will be collected upon arrival of the books in May.
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First Semester Awards Day!
Itโs First Semester Awards Day! View the First Semester Awards Presentations using the links inside.
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Backpack Buddies has a new time!
Backpack Buddies will be available for curbside pick up on Fridays from 9:00-3:00. This new time will be used for Backpack Buddies each week on Fridays throughout the rest of the year.
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SmMS Chromebook & Hot Spot Request Form
In order to request a school Chromebook or hotspot, this form should be completed by a parent or guardian.
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Smithfield Middle Athletic Interest Form
Athletics eligibility information, interest form and calendar for second semester athletics are enclosed.
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Smithfield Middle School Plan B
Smithfield Middle School will reopen for students under Plan B on Monday, October 19, 2020. See inside for a video from Ms. Faison and a new schedule for Plan B.
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Smithfield Middle Virtual Orientation & Open House
Smithfield Middle Virtual Orientation & Open House Presentations can be viewed using the link inside.
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Smithfield Middle School Portrait of a Graduate
Smithfield Middle School honors students with the Portrait of a Graduate award monthly. Awards are based on JCPS Portrait of a Graduate attributes.
JCPS Announcements
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JCPS to hold Virtual Job Fair April 21
Johnston County Public Schools will hold a Virtual Job Fair on Wednesday, April 21. The event will be held in a Zoom Conference format from 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Candidates will have the opportunity to meet with various school principals about career opportunities in each of the districtโs 47 schools.
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2021-2022 JCPS Preschool applications now open
The online application for the Johnston County Public Schools Preschool Program is now available. Parents who are interested in the JCPS Preschool Program are encouraged to apply early, as availability is on a first come, first served basis. The application window closes on June 30th.
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JCPS releases updated graduation and prom details
Johnston County Public Schools has updated its plan to mark senior milestones, including prom and graduation while adhering to guidance from the Johnston County Public Health Department and the CDC in regards to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Pre-K - 5th Grade to return to Plan A on March 1
The Johnston County Board of Education voted to return Pre-K - 5th grade to Plan A, four days per week, beginning on Monday, March. 1.
Upcoming Events
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Friday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Backpack Buddies
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April 26, 2021
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Home Baseball, Softball, and Girl's Soccer Games vs. Clayton Middle
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April 29, 2021
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Away Baseball, Softball, and Girl's Soccer Games vs. Neuse Charter
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April 30, 2021
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Backpack Buddies