Smith Elementary School

Happy Boos's Day to our Sharktastic Leader! We appreciating how you've charted the waters for us to make Smith a wonderful place to work.

Happy Boss's Day to our wonderful Assistant Principal, Ms. Taylor! We appreciate your time and hard work towards making Smith a great school!

The Alexander Hamilton Scholars (AHS) organization of Seattle, Washington, has announced that Jennifer Nnabugwu, a standout student from Alief Early High School in Houston, Texas,...

When Mike Alvarez looks back on his career, working in education was never something he saw coming. His journey began with six and a half years in the United States Army, followed...

When Hurricane Andrew devastated Louisiana in 1992, one family’s journey led them to a new home in Alief, Texas. The following year, at the start of her freshman year of high scho...

Let's show our Smith House Pride and wear house colors Monday AND Tuesday! Tuesday is our next House Meeting Day! #SharktastictotheCORE!

Happy National Principal's Month to Smith Elementary's Principal, Dr. Verow, and Assistant Principal, Mrs. Taylor, for all your hard work and dedication to the school!

Smith Sharks are celebrating diversity by dressing up to show their appreciation for Hispanic Heritage September 19th-October 3rd!

Educators are often the unsung heroes of our communities. They devote their days, evenings, and often weekends to preparing lessons, mentoring students, and creating opportunities...

Adelina Cruz’s journey with Alief ISD began as a young student walking the halls of Liestman Elementary. From there, she continued on to Youngblood Intermediate, Killough Middle S...

When her family moved to Huntington Village in 1983, she had no idea Alief would become the place where she’d build both her life and career. Her father accepted a position as the...

In Alief ISD, every student deserves the opportunity to focus on learning without unnecessary barriers. For many families, access to school uniforms can present a financial challe...

At the heart of Alief ISD’s thriving Fine Arts program stands Keri Reynolds, the High School Visual Arts Lead. whose dedication to students and innovative approach to teaching hav...

Tamieka Thomas is a proud product of Alief ISD, where her journey from student to educator has come full circle. She grew up in the Alief community, attending Chambers Elementary,...

Alief Independent School District has once again demonstrated its excellence in financial stewardship by receiving the highest possible rating—Superior Achievement with a perfect ...

By PR Specialist, Li Wen Su In a colorful celebration of creativity, culture, and collaboration, Elsik High School proudly participated in the 2025 Houston Art Car Parade, a ci...

By: Li-Wen Su, PR Specialist “Each day is a step toward the future we want. The more you come to school, the more knowledgeable you become.”, shared intermediate student Sarah...

By PR Specialist, Li Wen Su In a momentous achievement for the Alief Independent School District and the broader Houston community, Alief Early College High School (AECHS) has ...

By: Li Wen Su, PR Specialist Steve Ness’s passion for swimming began at an early age. He was confidently navigating the water before he started grade school. Growing up, his lo...

By Li Wen Su, PR Specialist In the heart of every school in Alief ISD, there is a quiet hum of care, compassion, and commitment. It doesn’t always come with fanfare, but it’s a...