
📣 Today’s the Day! 📣
🚨The JCPS Job Fair is happening this morning at 📍Smithfield-Selma High from ⏰ 9 AM - 12 PM.
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children's lives?🌟
Join Johnston County Public Schools and explore exciting career opportunities! With competitive pay, state benefits, and room for growth, JCPS is the place to be!
It’s not too late—stop by or register now! 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
See you soon! 😎
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🚨 The JCPS Job Fair is TOMORROW! 🚨
Don’t miss your chance to join Johnston County Public Schools! 🎉
📅 When? Saturday, March 1, 2025
📍 Where? Smithfield-Selma High School
⏰ Time? 9 AM - 12 PM
Why JCPS?
✔ Competitive pay
✔ State health benefits
✔ Career growth opportunities
✔ A fantastic place to work & live!
📢 It’s not too late—register now! Scan the QR code or sign up here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
See you there! 😎
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS


JCPS is hosting a free Spring Community Resource fair for our district's families on March 28th from 4pm-7pm at the AG Glenn building in Smithfield. Many local agencies and businesses will be there sharing resources available for free in our community! We will have free pizza and door prizes. Join us to discover how to support your students and connect with local resources that include literacy, mental health and more! See you on March 28 from 4pm - 7pm at the AG Glenn Building in Smithfield. For more information or to RSVP, use this link - http://bit.ly/3CsNFko



🥳📚Congratulations to Riverwood Elementary School, our 2025 Battle of the Books Elementary Champions!!!📚🥳
The runner-up was the Pine Level Elementary School team, with Selma Elementary School taking home third place!
Battle of the Books is an annual competitive academic endeavor in which students read 16 books from the NCSLMA Elementary Battle of the Books list. Then, students are asked questions on key details and events from each novel.
Teams from 23 elementary schools tested their knowledge, and after several rounds and a few tiebreakers, Riverwood Elementary was announced the winner. They move on to the regional competition on April 5, 2025, at Corinth-Holders Elementary.
Congratulations to ALL of the teams!!!👏👏 Keep reading!!!📖
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🌟 Looking for a fulfilling career opportunity? ✅
💡 Passionate about making a difference in children's lives? ✅
Johnston County Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair—and you're invited! 🎉
📅 When? Saturday, March 1, 2025
📍 Where? Smithfield-Selma High School
⏰ Time? 9 AM - 12 PM
JCPS offers:
✔ Competitive salaries
✔ State health benefits
✔ Career growth opportunities
✔ A thriving community to work & live in!
📢 Don’t miss out! Scan the QR code or register today: 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
We can’t wait to meet you! 😎
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS


👏🥳Congratulations to Johnston Early College Academy!!!🥳👏
📚They are the JCPS 2025 Battle of the Books Champions!!!📚
Second place went to West Johnston High, with Smithfield-Selma High bringing home third!
Nine high school teams participated in the competition, and two tiebreaker rounds decided the winning team.
Great job to each team, and remember this year's motto, "One More Chapter".🔖📖
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"JCPS is proud to partner with the Partnership for Children of Johnston County in providing Kindergarten Readiness Nights for soon-to-be kindergarteners! During the event, children will engage in many fun activities including touring a school bus, practice line etiquette, indulge in learning stations and more. If you have a child who will be entering kindergarten soon, you definitely want to attend! See graphic for more details!
¡JCPS se enorgullece de asociarse con la Partnership for Children del condado de Johnston para ofrecer Noches de Preparación para el Kinder a los futuros estudiantes de kinder! Durante el evento, los niños participarán en muchas actividades divertidas, como recorrer un autobús escolar, practicar la formación en fila, disfrutar de estaciones de aprendizaje y mucho más. Si tienes un niño que pronto ingresará a kinder, ¡definitivamente querrás asistir! Consulta el gráfico para más detalles."



JCPS is hosting a free Spring Community Resource fair for our district's families on March 28th from 4pm-7pm at the AG Glenn building in Smithfield. Many local agencies and businesses will be there sharing resources available for free in our community! We will have free pizza and door prizes. Join us to discover how to support your students and connect with local resources that include literacy, mental health and more! See you on March 28 from 4pm - 7pm at the AG Glenn Building in Smithfield. For more information or to RSVP, use this link - http://bit.ly/3CsNFko



🚀 Looking for a rewarding career? ✅
🌟 Want to make a difference in children's lives? ✅
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
📍 Location: Smithfield-Selma High School
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Career growth opportunities
✅ A great place to work & live!
📢 Don’t miss out! Scan the QR code or register now: 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
See you there! 😎
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS


Happy Birthday to George Washington!!!🇺🇸
Washington was a Founding Father and the first president of the United States. He served from 1789 until 1797. Born in Westmoreland County, Virginia in 1732, Washington when he was 67.


Due to the lingering hazardous conditions at our school and office buildings, which were caused by the recent winter weather event, all Johnston County Public Schools campuses and buildings will remain closed for all students, staff, and community use on Saturday and Sunday, February 22-23, 2025.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Have a great weekend!


As we move towards Spring, mark your calendars with these important dates!📅✅
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💕JCPS held a special celebration for Leading with the Heart recipients!!💕
The 17th annual event recognized 54 individuals from every school and various central office departments. Honorees were recognized by board members and the superintendent
and were presented with a framed memento as an expression of gratitude.
Each honoree will have their photo placarded in their buildings for the remainder of the school year, showcasing their extraordinary recognition.
"Whether you are the custodian, the principal, or the bus driver, the people in this room see a need and reach out. The art is the heart work.” -Keynote Speaker Terri Sessoms
Congratulations and thank you to our 2025 Leading with the Heart honorees!!!👏👏
Watch the recap video here: https://bit.ly/LWTH2025











Due to the inclement weather and the forecast for hazardous conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed for all students and staff on Friday, February 21, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available, particularly regarding weekend facility usage and extracurricular activities for Saturday.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Ready for a rewarding career with a dynamic institution? ✅
Want to make a difference in the lives of children? ✅
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
📍 Location: Smithfield-Selma High School
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
✨ Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Career growth & incentives
✅ A great place to work & live!
Don't miss this opportunity! Scan the QR code or register at: 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
See you there! 😎
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS


Due to the inclement weather conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed for all students and staff on Thursday, February 20, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.


"JCPS is proud to partner with the Partnership for Children of Johnston County in providing Kindergarten Readiness Nights for soon-to-be kindergarteners! During the event, children will engage in many fun activities including touring a school bus, practice line etiquette, indulge in learning stations and more. If you have a child who will be entering kindergarten soon, you definitely want to attend! See graphic for more details!
¡JCPS se enorgullece de asociarse con la Partnership for Children del condado de Johnston para ofrecer Noches de Preparación para el Kinder a los futuros estudiantes de kinder! Durante el evento, los niños participarán en muchas actividades divertidas, como recorrer un autobús escolar, practicar la formación en fila, disfrutar de estaciones de aprendizaje y mucho más. Si tienes un niño que pronto ingresará a kinder, ¡definitivamente querrás asistir! Consulta el gráfico para más detalles."



Johnston County Public Schools is proud to announce that Mrs. Tami Poland, the current Principal of Polenta Elementary, will be stepping into the role of Principal at Swift Creek Elementary, effective March 1, 2025! 🎉
With 21 years of educational experience, including 9 years as a school-based administrator, Mrs. Poland brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to her new school community.
We are excited about this new opportunity and the bright future ahead for the students, staff, families, and community of Swift Creek Elementary!
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/414s4XJ
Join us in congratulating Mrs. Poland on this new journey! 👏👏
#JCPSProud
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Due to the forecast for inclement weather, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students and staff on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details. As a reminder: All assignments offered during remote learning days will be enhancement/enrichment type activities. No assignments will receive a grade, but will be reviewed. Parents who have questions should contact their child’s teacher via email.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Ready for a rewarding career with a dynamic institution? ✅
Want to make a difference in the lives of children? ✅
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
📍 Location: Smithfield-Selma High School
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
✨ Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Career growth & incentives
✅ A great place to work & live!
Don't miss this opportunity! Scan the QR code or register at: 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025jobfair
See you there! 😎
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS
