Katherine R. Smith Elementary School

Principal’s Message

Katherine R. Smith Elementary School serves a diverse community stretching from Eastridge to Highway 101.  We pride ourselves in creating a family feeling, a sense of community, and a culture of building a successful future for our children.  We are both a California Distinguished School and a National Blue Ribbon School.

We have a number of partnerships that work with us in our mission.  General Electric, City Year, Cross-Cultural Community Services, Healthy Kids/Families, San Jose Public Library, and the city of San Jose Weed and Seed Program and just a few groups that add to our excellent array of services for children and families.  Join us in our community effort to bring the best services to our students and families. 

Vision Statement

Excellence shall permeate all aspects of teaching and learning. Our high expectations for student achievement are based on the belief that all students can and will be successful learners.  K.R. Smith students will be prepared to learn and are expected to meet or exceed the grade level standards established by the state and district.  Student success will be measured by student performance...

Mission Statement

Katherine R. Smith is a cohesive partnership of students, parents, educators and community members continually working to improve the educational climate and achievement of the school.  This partnership takes pride in providing an environment where students can develop their ability to think critically, effectively communicate, analyze and solve problems, and apply their learning to our evolving world.