Phone: (919) 553-5811
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Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor of Science in Zoology, North Carolina State University
Michael Whitley
I am excited about a new year at Clayton Middle School! I grew up running around barefoot in the muddy creeks of New Bern fishing, crabbing, and swimming. After high school, I came to N.C. State to study Zoology. After graduating I moved to the Colorado mountains where I worked managing a small optical lab, where I made and sold eyeglasses. I eventually bacame homesick and returned to North Carolina. Inspired by a thrilling high school class called Coastal Biology, I decided to become a teacher. I began teacher training at NC State while working in the classroom as a lateral entry teacher. Over the years I have had the privilage to have been trained in STEM and International Baccalaureate pedagogy. I strive to bring a rich, challenging, and exiting experience to all of my students in the classroom. When not teaching, I enjoy gardening, reading, fishing, sailing, and watching N.C. State athletics.
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Holiday Meal Kit Form
We are offering a new opportunity for our families this winter break. Parents are invited to sign up to receive holiday meal kits that will be distributed from all of our high school sites. Each meal kit will include seven days of packaged breakfast and lunch meals per child.
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Say Something App coming to JCPS Nov. 30th
On Nov. 30, JCPS willย launchย Say Something, an anonymous reporting system that lets middle and high school students, parents, staff, and community members securely share safety concerns.
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Complete the Second Semester Choice Form
Every JCPS parent must fill out the Second Semester Choice form to choose either the Virtual Program OR face-to-face instruction for each of their students. The Second Semester Choice form is to be filled out for ALL students in grades PreK-12. If a child is going to participate in face-to-face instruction for the second semester, the parent will be asked to fill out transportation information for the student in the form. A form for each student should be completed by Nov. 30.
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Updated Social Distancing Procedures
Information on social distancing in school settings has been recently updated by the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS). Upon receiving information from the NCDHHS, we consulted with the Johnston County Public Health Department on the impact these updates will have on our school system. This ongoing collaboration continues to guide our decision-making as students return to classrooms for in-person instruction.
