Welcome to the Smyth County Enrichment Resource Program
Smyth County Enrichment Resource Teachers
(webpage and email address):
Please don't hesitate to contact your Enrichment Resource Program teacher should you have any questions
Melanie Garrett [email protected]
SES, RVES, NMS, NHS, CMS, CHS, AES, CES, SCTC
Crystal Farley [email protected]
OPES, MES, MMS, MSHS, SGES, CES, SCTC
Smyth County Program Coordinator Amy Wheeler
2025-2026 Units of Study
Science: Appalachian Mountains- Diversity in our part of the world
Enrichment students will develop an understanding of the landscape of the Appalachian mountains. We will explore the geological events throughout history that have created this beautiful formation. Connections between geographical features and climate will be made. Unique plant and animal life throughout the region will be studied. Students will be creating interest based projects as a culminating activity.
Language Arts: Appalachian language, stories, and poetry
Students will listen to, read, and enjoy folk tales and oral histories of the Appalachians as we delve into the components of a good story. Oral storytelling techniques and common story themes in the Appalachians will be explored. The origin of Appalachian words and our unique mountain dialect will be discussed. Writing skills will greatly expand as students create heartwarming Appalachian themed “I AM” poems.
Math: Quilts
Enrichment classes will investigate geometric shapes and measurement as we explore the history behind quilts! Each student will apply those critical skills to create their own unique quilt. We hope to have those projects displayed throughout the schools and county for families to enjoy together.
Social Studies: Local History
ERP kids will become historians as they explore the history of Smyth county and surrounding communities! We will take a journey through time as we learn to research the rich history of the area using the web, interesting books, and other cool resources. We will take a bus tour through Smyth County to explore significant historical sites and landmarks. Our goal is for students to develop a great appreciation for the special place we call home!
Enrichment students will develop an understanding of the landscape of the Appalachian mountains. We will explore the geological events throughout history that have created this beautiful formation. Connections between geographical features and climate will be made. Unique plant and animal life throughout the region will be studied. Students will be creating interest based projects as a culminating activity.
Language Arts: Appalachian language, stories, and poetry
Students will listen to, read, and enjoy folk tales and oral histories of the Appalachians as we delve into the components of a good story. Oral storytelling techniques and common story themes in the Appalachians will be explored. The origin of Appalachian words and our unique mountain dialect will be discussed. Writing skills will greatly expand as students create heartwarming Appalachian themed “I AM” poems.
Math: Quilts
Enrichment classes will investigate geometric shapes and measurement as we explore the history behind quilts! Each student will apply those critical skills to create their own unique quilt. We hope to have those projects displayed throughout the schools and county for families to enjoy together.
Social Studies: Local History
ERP kids will become historians as they explore the history of Smyth county and surrounding communities! We will take a journey through time as we learn to research the rich history of the area using the web, interesting books, and other cool resources. We will take a bus tour through Smyth County to explore significant historical sites and landmarks. Our goal is for students to develop a great appreciation for the special place we call home!
2025-2026 Middle School Field Experience
Walking Ghost Tour
2025-2026 Field Experience
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2024-2025 Field Experience
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2023-2024 - Field Experience
Practicing Life Etiquette
2022-2023 Field Experience: Virginia TechStudents in the Smyth County Enrichment Resource Program visited Virginia Tech to spend some time emerged in the Geosciences department with Dr. Glesener. They also had the opportunity to experience a meal on campus and a short impromptu walk around Lane Stadium/Worsham Field.
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2022 - 2023 Field Experience: William King Museum of ArtsStudents in the Smyth County Enrichment Resource Program visited the William King Art Museum to participate in the Heritage Express Program. We were fortunate enough to receive a tremendous gift from a partnership between the William King Museum of Arts and the Williams Berry Foundation that paid 100% of the cost of this trip. This was such an incredible opportunity for our students.
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2022 Hungry Mother Field Experience
Enrichment Resource Program students participated in a Field Experience where they learned about the ecosystem at Hungry Mother State Park
2021-2022 Unit Project Gallery
The Enrichment Resource Program Appreciates Our Community
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Smyth County ERP speaks at the "Speaking for the Gifted Children" Conference in Abingdon, Virginia.The Keys to Gifted ChildrenOn June 18, 2019, the annual "Speaking for the Gifted" conference was held in Abingdon, VA at the Higher Ed. Center. Smyth County Enrichment Resource teachers spoke with teachers around the region about the Keys to Gifted Children.
Please click on the presentation link "The Keys to Gifted Children," to see what focal points were discussed. 
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