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126 SCMS Ln

Carthage, TN 37030

615-735-9625

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March 18, 2026

School Closure 3/20/2026

Congratulations!The Smith County Owls have defeated Lewis County in the first round of the TSSAA State Tournament!To allow students, staff, and community members to support our history-making stude...

March 16, 2026

Title III/ESL Family Night

SMITH COUNTY SCHOOLSInvites You To AttendTitle III / ESLFamily NightMarch 17, 5:00-6:30pmSMITH COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATIONCome meet your child’s ESL teachers and visit with friends.Explore and experi...

March 13, 2026

Early Dismissal 3/18/2026

Congratulations on an outstanding season for both Smith County Lady Owls and Gordonsville Tigerettes! We are so proud of both teams!Now it is time to congratulate the Smith County Owls who will be ...

Teachers of the Year Spotlight

  • Mrs. Julie Thomas

    Mrs. Thomas teaches 2nd Grade at New Middleton Elementary. Mrs. Thomas isa veteran teacher that has taught in Smith County Schools for over 28 years.

  • Mrs. Larissa Shrum

    A veteran teacher with 18 years of experience, she has taught in Smith County since 2009. She teaches 7th and 8th grade English and Social Studies.

  • Mrs. Haley Dickerson

    Mrs. Dickerson has taught for 14 years, 11 years for Smith County Schools. She currently teaches computer science and ACT prep at Smith County HS.