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Mrs. Carpenter
Hello! I am Tamara Carpenter and I am the Art Teacher at SSE. I came to South Smithfield Elementary back in 1998, to start the art program. I am a graduate of North Georgia College, where I recieved my BS in Art Education (K-12).
I currently live in Smithfield. I am married and have three grown sons, a cat and a dog.
I love art and I love children so I think teaching art is perfect!!
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JCPS Remote Learning Update and End of Year Plans
Please click here for more information from Johnston County Public Schools regarding updates on remote learning and end of the year plans.
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Principal's Message
School may be closed but learning for our dynamic dolphins is not! Our teachers remain committed to providing learning opportunities for your students until the end of May as we still value the importance of continued academic experiences. Please click for more information...
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Access SSE's Virtual Library
Did you know that SSE has a Virtual Library? Click here to accces the "Dolphin Cove." an online resource with access to electronic books, read a louds, virtual field trips and more!
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Electronic Device and Printed Take Home Packet Pickup Times
The extended learning opportunities that are posted require the use of a device such as a computer. If you do not have a device at home, yet have access to wifi (a wireless internet connection), the school will loan you a device during this time of extended learning .
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Important Information About At Home Learning During School Closure
As you are aware, per Governor Cooper's Executive Order, schools will remain closed until May 15. At this time, there is an online repository of student learning opportunities on the website to keep students engaged.
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Showcase of Stars - CANCELLED
Out of an abundance of caution and to assure the safety of our students, teachers, families and community, Johnston County Ed Foundation has made the very difficult decision to cancel the Showcase of Stars event scheduled for Saturday, March 14. Please click here for more information.
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Check out our Newsletters
Stay informed with what's happening at South Smithfield Elementary with our schoolwide newsletter, Dolphin Digest, and our grade level newsletters, Dynamic Dolphins Gazette...
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Kindergarten Registration Is Now Open!
Online registration opens February 1, 2020! Parents of upcoming kindergarten children are encouraged to reserve a seat for their child for the first day of school by registering online.
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2018/2019 State Report Card Released
The NC School Report Cards website contains snapshots of information about North Carolina schools...
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School Menus - Breakfast and Lunch
School menus will no longer be printed and sent home with students. Click here to see monthly menus.
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Free Preschool for four-year-olds through the NC PreK Program
Attention parents of 4-year-olds: Are you interested in your child attending a free preschool program? The NC PreK program is designed to provide 4-year-old children with positive early learning experiences that support their development and prepare them for Kindergarten.
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Middle and High School Spring 2020 Grading Options Form
High school students and middle school students enrolled in high school courses will be given an option on how their grade appears on their transcript. Students should complete the form for their school to make their choice.
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Graduation Plans Announced
JCPS high schools will host “modified” traditional graduation ceremonies between Wednesday, July 29, 2020 - Saturday, August 1, 2020. Schools will communicate about specific graduation dates and ceremony times as we get closer to see what restrictions may limit our attendance participation.
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JCC Board of Trustee Vacancy
The Johnston County Board of Education is now accepting applications for the following appointment: Johnston Community College Board of Trustee...
