Phone: 919-934-8979 ext 5762
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Speech Pathology and Audiology at West Virginia University (with a minor in Special Education) - M.Ed., Communication Disorders and Audiology from North Carolina Central University. -NC Board of Examiners License in Speech Language Pathology -Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology
Mrs. Chareen Monk
Welcome to Speech Therapy at South Smithfield Elementary School!
I am thrilled to be returning to South Smithfield Elementary for my fourth year. I have been a speech therapist for almost 30 years, but SSE feels like home. My therapy room is #37 on the 3-5 wing. I serve on the Assisive Technology Team in Johnston County Schools so I travel from school to school but SSE is my base school. If you need to reach me, you may email or call my room and I will return your call or message as soon as I am able to.
If your child has been assigned to me for speech, I will be in contact with you to schedule their yearly IEP. The purpose of this is to review their goals that we will be working on over the next year in speech therapy. If you have concerns before that time, please feel free to reach out to me.
Just a few reminders:
- For students who come to SSE just for speech, we follow the Johnston County Schools Restart Calendar for teacher workdays, holidays and early releases.
- For updates regarding inclement weather, please check the county website: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/Page/12367 or look for postings on WRAL or ABC News.
- Please let me know if your child has any special dietary restrictions since we sometimes use food and flavor additives in speech.
- My email is chareenmonk@johnston.k12.nc.us or I can be reached at (919) 934-8979 extension 5762.
I am looking forward to a great school year with you!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Chareen Monk
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Beginning of Grade (BOG) Testing for 3rd Graders
As your child begins third grade, you will see a concentrated focus in ensuring students can read at or above grade level and are making progress in reading proficiency. The goal is to ensure all third grade students can read, comprehend, integrate, and apply complex texts needed for secondary education and career success. As part of the Read to Achieve law (G.S. §115C-83.1) passed by the General Assembly in 2012, your child will take the Beginning-of-Grade 3 (BOG3) Reading Test to establish a baseline measure of beginning third-grade reading skills. This test will be administered on September 9, 2021
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Meet the Teacher Night - Wednesday, August 24, 4:30-7
Our first family event of this school year is Back to School Night on Wednesday, August 24 from 4:30pm - 7:00pm. This event is for all kindergarten - fifth grade students and families. This is a floating event, which means you can come anytime between 4:30 - 7:00pm to meet your child’s teacher, fill out beginning of the year paperwork, and have a little fun reuniting with your dolphin family.
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JCPS Preschool Applications Open Now
Johnston County Public Schools 2022-2023 Preschool Applications are ready for your students that will be 3 or 4 years old on August 31, 2022. North Carolina does not have universal Preschool, therefore you do have to apply and qualify for one of our Preschool slots.
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Do You Want to Learn More About the IB PYP Program at SSE?
South Smithfield Elemementary is currently a candidate to become an IB (International Baccalaureate) PYP (Primary Years Program). Our IB Coordinator has put together a video that explains the program and how our students will benefit from this world renowned program....
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Free Preschool for Four Year Olds Through the NC Pre_K
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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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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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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JCPS to implement state-of-the-art security systems
At the November Regular Session Board of Education meeting, the Board voted unanimously to improve safety and security in Johnston County Public Schools by implementing state-of-the-art security systems in each of the district’s schools.
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Updated School Nutrition Information for 2022-23
We hope that you and your student have already noticed some of the exciting new food and meal opportunities we are offering in our cafeterias this school year. Our new options will include more fresh produce, vegetarian options, and opportunities for students to customize their meal choice. These new offerings will be available at both breakfast and lunch.
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2022 Growth Needs Update
Johnston County Public Schools Chief of Facilities and Construction Brooks Moore presented the 2022 Growth Needs Update to the Johnston County Board of Education at their March meeting.
