March 4, 2026
Apex Academy Summer Learning Camp
Apex Academy Summer Learning Camp Registration is open!
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February 25, 2026
Shrek The Musical Presented by Smith County Playhouse
Smith County Playhouse Presents The link to purchase tickets is https://smithcounty.booktix.com.
Teachers of the Year Spotlight
Pre-K through 4th Grade Teacher of the Year- Becky Howell
Mrs. Becky has 22 years of teaching experience, including 20 years at DES, where she teaches 2nd grade. She has been married for 22 years and is the proud mom of four boys—one at DES, two at Smith County High School, and one at TTU. She also loves spending time with her family and her animals.
5th-8th Grade Teacher of the Year- Jessica West
Mrs. Jessica teaches 4th and 5th grade ELA and has been at DES for 15 years. She lives in the Defeated community with her husband Josh and thier 3 children. Her oldest attends SCHS and the two youngest attend DES.
Mrs. Becky Howell
Mrs. Becky teaches 2nd grade and has been at DES for 20 years
Mrs. Jessica West-5th-8th Teacher of the Year
Ms. Jessica teaches 4th and 5th grade ELA and has been at DES for 15 years.