The ceremony will take place in the Smithfield-Selma High School gymnasium, followed by a Thanksgiving-style meal served in the cafeteria.
For additional event information, visit our website: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransday
We look forward to coming together to honor and celebrate the many veterans who have served our country!
Here is a look back at the Clayton High School Topping Out Ceremony yesterday! The final beam was signed and placed, bringing the Clayton High rebuild even closer to completion.
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JCPS high school students attended Manufacturing Day hosted by Johnston Community College at the new JCC Advanced Manufacturing Training Facility. Programs at the facility include applied and mechanical engineering, machining, welding, and more.
Students toured the facility, explored hands-on labs and training spaces, met instructors, and learned about career pathways. They were also able to connect with local employers regarding career opportunities, including businesses such as Novo Nordisk, Grifols, and Vulcan Elements.
JCPS is committed to ensuring that every student graduates with college, career, and life readiness.
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Today, JCPS students and staff, community members, district leadership, and the Barnhill team came together for the Clayton High School Topping Out Ceremony to celebrate the progress of the Clayton High rebuild.
As part of the celebration, attendees had the opportunity to sign the final beam before it was placed, leaving their mark on a building that will soon become a place for students to learn and grow.
We’re excited to see this project move closer to completion and look forward to the day that we get to welcome the students into the building!
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4AB1SVo
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Behind every school community is a leader who helps bring people together, inspire growth, and create opportunities for students and staff. To our JCPS principals, thank you for the heart and leadership you pour into your schools every day. Your commitment helps us move Forward Together!
Help us celebrate our incredible principals! Share your principal’s name, school, and what makes them amazing in the comments below!
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The future of Clayton High School is taking shape!
We invite our community to join us for the Clayton High School Topping Out Ceremony TODAY, Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 409 S. Robertson Street, Clayton, NC 27520, as we recognize this exciting moment in the construction and progress of the Clayton High rebuild!
#JCPSGraduation | It may feel like we just welcomed students back to the classroom, but before we know it, graduation season will be here! 🎓
Graduation information is now available for students and families on our website! www.johnston.k12.nc.us/graduation
Discussions centered on collaboration and college, career, and life readiness, highlighting the importance of working together to support students and strengthen Johnston County for future generations.
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Looking for a new, rewarding job that makes a difference today while impacting the future? We have various job openings that will allow you to become a part of a wonderful team and make a difference in the lives of many!
Join us this Wednesday, September 30th, 2026, at 2 PM for our Welcome Wednesdays session, an open-door approach to assisting individuals aspiring to become a part of the JCPS team!
Welcome Wednesdays is a hands-on, in-person opportunity for individuals to receive assistance with applications and to ask questions about the various job openings we have within the district.
See you soon!
The future of Clayton High School is taking shape! We invite our community to join us for the Clayton High School Topping Out Ceremony on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 409 S. Robertson Street, Clayton, NC 27520, as we recognize this exciting moment in the construction and progress of the Clayton High rebuild!
Over the past few years, JCPS has worked alongside the Carolina Hurricanes to bring hockey to our schools, including donations of hockey sticks, wiffle balls and nets that give students the opportunity to learn and play during PE. We’re excited to see how our teachers put these new ideas into action!
Following the Johnston County Education Foundation’s recent spelling bee, the winning organizations selected JCPS schools and programs to receive scholarship support:
🥇NC DKG Alpha Beta Chapter, first place, selected Smithfield-Selma High - JOCO TEACH Program.
🥈The David Allen Group, second place, selected Clayton High.
🥉Fred Smith Company, third place, selected South Johnston High.
A huge thank you to the Johnston County Education Foundation and each of these organizations for choosing to support our students and teachers!
Ready to inspire the next generation?
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Join us for a short and impactful online information session on SEPTEMBER 24TH designed to guide you through the pathway of launching your teaching career!
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The future of Clayton High School is taking shape! We invite our community to join us for the Clayton High School Topping Out Ceremony on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 409 S. Robertson Street, Clayton, NC 27520, as we recognize this exciting moment in the construction and progress of the Clayton High rebuild!
Calling all JCPS Alumni!
Your JCPS story didn’t end when you crossed the stage at graduation. We want to know where life has taken you since then!
Have you reached a career goal, started a family, or taken on an adventure worth sharing? We’d love to hear what’s happening in your life and celebrate with you.
Share your updates and stories by filling out the JCPS Alumni Highlight form: https://bit.ly/4rh0K5h
Use our 2026-2027 Vacation Planner to plan time away while helping students make the most of every school day.
Yesterday, members of the Leadership Johnston 2026 Cohort visited Wilson’s Mills High. Superintendent Dr. David Pearce presented the school district’s recent academic performance data for the 2025-2026 school year, including district-wide goals and objectives, before Principal Chad Jewett escorted the cohort on a tour of the school.
The cohort includes members from many agencies and organizations including, Johnston County Clerk's Office, The Old Mill Group Real Estate, First Citizens Bank, Bright Mind Behavioral Health Center, UNC Health Johnston, KS Bank, State of North Carolina, North Carolina Department of Revenue, Grifols Shared Services North America, Inc., Partnership for Children of Johnston County, Johnston County Public Schools, Johnston Community College, BHW LLC, Frost and Fyre, Wintergreen Hospitality, CommWell Health, Johnston County Education Foundation.
The event provided a valuable opportunity for Johnston County Public Schools and local business partners to collaborate in supporting students’ career, college, and life readiness and preparing them for success in the workforce.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4iGZpm1
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Ashley is an integral part of the JCPS family and plays a critical role in ensuring that students within JCPS receives a high quality education, while managing employees who specialize in curriculum-based positions such as Teaching and Learning Specialists, Teacher Assistants, and Exceptional Children Instructors.
If you are interested in joining Ashley and her team, visit www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
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He approaches academics and athletics with dedication, preparation, and a strong work ethic. Trent's positive attitude, thoughtful words, and genuine kindness strengthen those around him.
Through his integrity and character, Trent truly represents the spirit of the wolves!
Congratulations, Trent, for being recognized as the September Character Ed Student for Swift Creek Middle! 👏
