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Alternative Education Graduation
Time: 7 PM – 8 PM
Location: Marion Senior High School, 848 Stage St, Marion, VA 24354, USA
School Board Meeting
Time: 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Smyth County School Board, 121 Bagley Cir Suite 300, Marion, VA 24354, USA
Smyth Career and Technology Center Graduation
Time: 7 PM – 8 PM
Location: Marion Senior High School, 848 Stage St, Marion, VA 24354, USA
Nursing Graduation
Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Marion Senior High School, 848 Stage St, Marion, VA 24354, USA
Northwood High School Graduation
Time: 7 PM – 8 PM
Recent News
Smyth County Teacher named Region 7 Teacher of the Year
Oak Point Elementary School proudly celebrates one of its own, as teacher Hunter Trivette has been named the Region 7 Teacher of the Year.
Mr. Trivette received the exciting news during a surprise visit from Virginia’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jenna Conway, and Secretary of Education, Dr. Jeffrey Smith. The announcement was met with enthusiasm and pride from students, colleagues, and staff.
This recognition highlights Mr. Trivette’s dedication to student success, innovative instructional practices, and commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. His impact extends beyond the classroom, serving as a model of excellence within Oak Point Elementary and across the region.
Smyth County Schools congratulates Mr. Trivette on this well-deserved honor and celebrates his continued contributions to education.
Mr. Trivette received the exciting news during a surprise visit from Virginia’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jenna Conway, and Secretary of Education, Dr. Jeffrey Smith. The announcement was met with enthusiasm and pride from students, colleagues, and staff.
This recognition highlights Mr. Trivette’s dedication to student success, innovative instructional practices, and commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. His impact extends beyond the classroom, serving as a model of excellence within Oak Point Elementary and across the region.
Smyth County Schools congratulates Mr. Trivette on this well-deserved honor and celebrates his continued contributions to education.
Smyth County Spelling Bee
The Smyth County Spelling Bee was held on Thursday, January 22, 2026. We extend our congratulations to all student participants and proudly celebrate Cassie Somervell as the 2026 Spelling Bee Champion. Cassie will represent Smyth County at the regional spelling bee in March.
Rich Valley Elementary School receives award from VDOE
Congratulations to the Rich Valley Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten class for receiving the Virginia Department of Education VQB5 Excellence Honor Roll Award!
At A Glance
- All Schools Fully Accredited
- 95.3% On-Time Graduation Rate
- Trauma Informed School/Community Initiative
- Strive for 5 Attendance Initiative
- Community Eligibility Provision (All students provided with meals at no cost.)