Smith News

September 11, 2020

Achieving Excellence One Student at a Time

Welcome Back!

Welcome back Smith Families!

I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones healthy and safe. The 2020-21 school year is upon us and our entire staff is excited to support your child. The entire Smith community has worked hard to prepare a learning experience like no other. Whether you are a Blue, Gold, or All-Remote student our goal is to ensure all of our students get the educational experience Ramsey expects. We understand there may be bumps in the road, however, our ability to be flexible and adapt to our changing environment is key.

I look forward to the moment when we can all be back in school together as one family. Until then, we will continue to work hard to prepare the Smith students for the future. I want to thank you for your patience and support throughout this summer and beyond.

Stay Healthy and Stay Safe!

Andrew Herre, Principal

Back to School- Blue and Gold Style

Health Information from Our Smith School Nurse

Welcome back!

I look forward to meeting your children and providing health services this year as the school nurse.

There are a few changes in the Health Office to help ensure student's health & safety:

  • 6 foot spacing between beds & chairs with physical barriers placed in between

  • A distanced grab & go basic First Aid station

  • Windows opened at all times for improved air circulation

  • A designated isolation space for individuals exhibiting any potential COVID signs & symptoms while in school


As a reminder, if your child has a medical condition that may require medication at school, please access the following link for guidelines: https://www.ramsey.k12.nj.us/Page/464


Wishing you all a safe & healthy school year!

Laura Spiegelman

Certified School Nurse-Smith School

If you have specific questions, contact Laura Spiegelman

Phone: 201-785-2314

Email: lspiegelman@ramsey.k12.nj.us

Patriot Day: September 11th, 2020

Today marks the 19 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks on the United States. We remember and honor those innocent civilians who lost their lives in these attacks, as well as our brave first responders who worked tirelessly to save as many lives as possible, and the many who gave their own lives protecting our country. Please take a moment today to reflect upon and mourn those we lost in this act of hatred and violence, and take pride in the acts of courage, unity, and bravery that was displayed by Americans all those years ago.

Smith School Supply List 2020-2021

View the 2020-2021 Supply List

Supply Lists for the 2020-21 school year are now posted. Please remember that all personal belongings should be labeled, such as pencil cases, binders, and backpacks.

iPad/Chromebook Insurance

iPad/Chromebook Insurance is Due Now....Register

FamilyID is now open to parents to agree to policies and pay for iPad insurance for the new academic year. Please click on the headline for more information, including instructions for payment and account information.

Smith Staff Directory

Back to School Night 2020

Our Back-To-School night was on Thursday, September 10th in a virtual landscape. Thank you to all of our wonderful staff members for your Zoom contributions, and thank you to all of our Smith families who were in attendance! It was a unique get-to-know you, but a wonderful opportunity for connection.


Couldn't make it? No worries! Information regarding how to access the recordings from the evening will be sent out soon. Stay tuned!

New Staff Welcome

Please join us in welcoming the newest members of our Smith team!

Adam Baeira- Business Exploratory Class

Susana Barbagallo- Multimedia Production

Katie Garcia- Paraprofessional

Maria Jose (MJ) Briones- 7th Grade Science

Ryan Johnson- 6th Grade English

Kasey Kelly- Media Specialist

Tara Lira- Child Support Team Psychologist

Andrew Schrettner- 8th Grade World Cultures

Laura Spiegelman- Nurse

Mental Health Awareness (9/3/2020)


Upcoming Dates

Smith Back-to-School Night (September 10th)

Yom Kippur- District Closed (September 28th)

School Picture Day GOLD GROUP (September 29th)

Board of Education Meeting (September 30th)

School Picture Day BLUE GROUP (October 5th)

Click Here for Smith School Calendar of Events