Bell Schedule
Orin Smith Elementary Bell Schedule
We ask that students not be dropped off at Orin Smith Elementary before 8:15 a.m., which is when adult supervision begins. Upon arrival, students may choose to play on the playground or have breakfast. until the first bell at 8:40 a.m. (when doors open). Students who arrive at 8:50 a.m. or after are considered tardy and must enter through the main entrance and check into the office. There is no adult supervision at the school after dismissal, so please arrange your family’s schedule accordingly.
Regular School Hours
| Drop-Offs Begin | 8:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 8:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell | 8:50 a.m. |
| 5th Grade Music | 1:40 p.m. |
| Dismissal | 3:20 p.m. |
Early Release Wednesdays
| Drop-Offs Begin | 8:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 8:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell Rings | 8:50 a.m. |
| Dismissal | 1:50 p.m. |
Fall and Spring Conference Days
Nov. 3-7, 2025 and March 18-20, 2026. Lunch is Served.
| Drop-Offs Begin | 8:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 8:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell Rings | 8:50 a.m. |
| Dismissal | 12:50 p.m. |
Holiday Release/Last Day of School
Nov. 26, 2025, Dec. 19, 2025 & June 11, 2026.
| Drop-Offs Begin | 8:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 8:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell Rings | 8:50 a.m. |
| Dismissal | 12:05 p.m. |
2-Hour Late Start Mon., Tues., Thurs or Fri.
| Drop-Offs Begin | 10:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 10:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell Rings | 10:50 a.m. |
| Dismissal | 3:20 p.m. |
2-Hour Late Start Wednesday
No Early Release Wednesday
| Drop-Offs Begin | 10:15 a.m. |
| First Bell/Doors Open | 10:40 a.m. |
| Tardy Bell Rings | 10:50 a.m. |
| Dismissal | 3:20 p.m. |
