Welcome to Aliceville Elementary School's webpage. I am Russell Smart, and I have been principal at Aliceville Elementary since July, 2011. I take great pride in making this electronic introduction. At AES, as throughout the Pickens County School District, our vision is driven by the following philosophy: To provide a positive, safe environment that produces respectful, resourceful, responsible leaders with strong moral values. Through this mantra, we realize our districts mission statement in, "Inspiring Ethical Leaders.....One Child at a Time." I am currently entering my 38th year in education. My tenure included 11 years as a history teacher, 8 years as a counselor, and the last 19 years as a school principal. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in History and Government from Mississippi Valley State University and Master Degrees in Education Leadership, Counselor Education and Elementary Education from Mississippi State University. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family. I have been married to my wife, Mary, for 37 years. We have three children: Russell, Jr., Shavonda, and Reginald. We also have four grandsons: JaKobey, Romar, Kylan, and Russell, III. It is an honor and privilege to serve with the fine staff at AES.
Yours in Education,
Russell Smart
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