About Us

Cheyenne Mappes

Interim Principal

(765) 342-8488 ext.1510

Principal's Message

Welcome to Charles L. Smith Fine Arts Academy, home of the Bruins! We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and loved.

It is an incredible honor to serve as principal of this special school during a year that will forever be a part of our story. This school year marks the final chapter in the history of Charles L. Smith Fine Arts Academy, and while it will certainly be bittersweet, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the traditions, relationships, and memories that have made our school such a remarkable place. 

I look forward to partnering with our students, families, staff, and community as we honor the legacy of Charles L. Smith. Together, we will celebrate the moments that have shaped generations of Bruins while creating new memories that will last a lifetime. Our goal is to make this final chapter one filled with learning, laughter, connection, and unforgettable experiences—a true grand finale.

Together, let’s make this a school year to remember and give Charles L. Smith Fine Arts Academy the standing ovation it deserves.

Go Bruins!

Sincerely,

Cheyenne Mappes

MSD of Martinsville Mission Statement

“Together we challenge and inspire our children through rich experiences, empowering them to achieve success while making positive contributions to our world.”

Belief Statement

We Believe:

Every person is unique, important and entitled to respect in a safe, secure learning environment. We share a genuine concern for ourselves, our peers, our families and our community. Education is everyone’s responsibility.

Our goal at Charles L. Smith Fine Arts Academy is to prepare children to become respectful, productive members of a democratic society by providing meaningful learning opportunities.

Title I

Federal funding has been made available through School-wide Title1 Services to Smith Fine Arts Academy for the purpose of providing students with extra support in reading/language arts. This extra support is available for all students at Smith Fine Arts Academy. Classroom teachers, Title I teachers and instructional aides will provide assistance in reading/language arts and math through small group and individualized instruction as children demonstrate the need for support. Please contact your child’s teacher about available support services.

Vivian Brunk

Secretary

(765) 342-8488 ext 1511

Leah Beaver

Clinic Assistant

(765) 342- 8488 ext 1524

Leigh Frantz

Counselor

(765) 342-8488 ext 1547

Emily Adams

Fourth Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1516

Julie Botkin

Art Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1515

Nichole Chrisman

Third Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1533

Elee Contreras

Third Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1451

Rachel Crabb

Fourth Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1543

Jill Farmer

First Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1541

Corey Flanary

Second Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1537

Terri Freeman

Special Services Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1513

Stacy Gillett

Kindergarten Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1514

Rylee Hess

Kindergarten Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1532

Ashley Holden

PreK Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1548

Mary Kinzel

First Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1512

Amy Lyon

Developmental Pre-K Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1517

Grant Meyer

Third Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1523

Kari Palma

Music Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1518

Michael Pratt

Fourth Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1540

Chantel Rhody

Kindergarten Teacher

(765) 342-8488 

Kristen Speedy

PreK Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1542

Joel Strickler

Physical Education Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1520

Tisha Townsend

Second Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1536

Dawn Werne

Second Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1538

Stephanie Wesseler

Developmental Pre-K Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1534

Lesley White

First Grade Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 1525

Cynthia Willis

Special Services Teacher

(765) 342-8488 ext 

Lynn Zook

Title I Teacher
(765) 342-8488 ext 1521

Kyla Sumner

Custodian

(765) 342-8488 ext 1530

Wendy Littell-Grindstaff

Cafeteria Manager

(765) 342-8488 ext 1526

Charles L. Smith Fine Arts Academy Information