May 12, 2026
Apex Academy Summer Learning Camp
The first day of Apex Academy is quickly approaching! If you registered your child(ren), classes will begin at Smith County Middle School on May 26, 2026, at 8:00 AM. If you have any questions, ple...
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May 4, 2026
📣 Attention Parents! Free Student Physicals This Week📣
A free physical event will be held at the Smith County Wellness Building (behind Smith County Middle School) on the following dates: Grades K–7:• Monday (5/4) & Tuesday (5/5)• 3:00–5:30 PM Grad...
April 17, 2026
Apex Academy Registration Reminder
Don't miss out on Apex Academy. If you haven't already registered, be sure to do so by April 24. Current students that will be in grades Kindergarten through 9th grade in the upcoming school year c...
April 15, 2026
25-26 School Calendar Update
Thursday, May 21, 2026, which was previously scheduled to be an administrative day for employees, will now be a regular instructional day for students. This change has been made since the school cl...
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.