Phone: 919-934-4696
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
BA in History-North Carolina State University
Mr. Dennis Draughon
This will be my ninth year teaching at Smithfield Middle. Before that, I briefly taught in Wake County schools. I have a BA in History from NC State University. In addition to teaching, I have been an editorial cartoonist for the past 37 years, visually commenting on national, state and local politics, as well as current events. For most of my time at Smithfield Middle, I have taught American history, which fits well with my other vocation. Two years ago, I taught World history for 7th graders here at our school. This year I will be teaching American history for 8th grade, as I did last year.
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Early Release
Friday, December 20, 2019 will be a Early Release Day for all students. Students will be released at 1:10.
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Smithfield Middle School Portrait of a Graduate
Smithfield Middle School honors students with the Portrait of a Graduate award monthly. Awards are based on JCPS Portrait of a Graduate attributes.
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NC Check In 2019-2020 Dates and Information
NC Check-Ins are interim assessments developed by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) that are aligned to North Carolina grade-level content standards (for reading and mathematics) and North Carolina Essential Standards (for Science). More information is available inside.
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JCPS announces make up days.
Smithfield Middle School will have school for students on Monday, October 21, 2019 and Monday, February 17, 2020. These days were previously Teacher Work Days.
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Board approves 2020-2021 calendar
The traditional calendar timeline for the school year 2020-2021 has been approved by the Johnston County Board of Education. The first day of school is set for Aug. 24, 2020 and the last day of school is set for June 3, 2021...
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Superintendent Letter: Respect for All Students
As Superintendent of Johnston County Public Schools, I would like to bring attention to recent events that have occurred in our school system regarding racial and political insensitivity...
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Applications for Innovative School Programs open Dec. 1
The application window all JCPS Innovative School Programs will open Dec. 1. The district offers programs for high school and middle school students...
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Sale of Surplus Items
The Johnston County Public Schools Facility Services Department will be accepting sealed bids for items which have been declared surplus by the Johnston County Board of Education...
