School History

Jennie Estelle Smith
1886-1977

Jennie Estelle Smith was a teacher in our district for 48 years. Born in Barksdale, Maryland on June 22, 1886, she attended Newark public schools and the University of Delaware. Although she retired in 1957, Ms. Smith continued to be active with the Newark Schools. Our school was opened in 1958 and was named for this special educator.

 

Ms. Smith was responsible for initiating many new innovations including medical checkups for students at school. Ms. Smith was also regularly active in the Newark community. She taught Sunday School for 48 years. Jennie Smith passed away in 1977.