Johnston County Public Schools

The school year is nearly done, and May has a lot of goings on! 📚🎓 Mark you calendar so you don't miss a thing!📅 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

📣TODAY is the final day to register your child for preschool!!📣 Preschool is an essential part of beginning an excellent educational journey! 🏫🎒 This is the last day that Johnston County Public Schools will accept preschool enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year for the Title I and Fee for Service programs. For more information about these programs, program overview, age requirements, and other pertinent information, please visit the JCPS Preschool webpage at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/preschool. We hope to see your precious child(ren) begin their journey soon! REGISTER TODAY!!!

Ms. Susan Perdue has been selected as the JCPS 2025 Career & Technical Education Teacher of the Year!🎉🌟 Ms. Perdue has been teaching at Clayton High School for eight years and is a CTE Business and Marketing teacher. She teaches entrepreneurship and business management career pathways, and is also the school’s Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Adviser. Read more about this finance professional turned educator: https://bit.ly/CTETY2025 Congratulations Ms. Perdue!👏 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

With summer right around the corner, we are looking for Summer Reading Buddies!😎 Make a difference this summer by helping our students start their mornings with a good book.📖📚 Please see the attached flyer for more information.

"This is the perfect place to achieve your dreams as an educator, and if you want to feel supported. If you feel that you need to work in a place with a true focus on student learning and life-changing opportunities, this (JCPS) is the place to be." Maritza Rosado Selma is a small rural town that is bustling with great things! Among those things is Selma Elementary, which is fortunate enough to be led by Mrs. Maritza Rosado! Mrs. Rosado joined the JCPS team many years ago after being inspired by the family-oriented work environment and the community of passionate educators who were driven just as she was. As a leader, Rosado truly believes in pushing her students to achieve while maintaining a healthy balance of fun and instruction. Mrs. Rosado's impact on the Selma community is profound. It is astounding to know that it all began with a spark of interest years ago, which quickly kindled into a flame for education. She made a decision to pursue a career in education with JCPS, and the rest is history! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ETsokN #GreatThingsAreHappeingInJCPS

The 2025 Flame for Learning Award ceremony was unforgettable and truly amazing! Watch our recap video that celebrates excellence, passion, and the power of education. Watch the recap video: https://bit.ly/2025FFLA Learn more about the event, winner, finalists, and semifinalists here: https://bit.ly/4cKeLkA

Congratulations to Omarion Hampton on being drafted to the LA Chargers as the 22nd pick in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL draft! Omarion, who has journeyed through the Cleveland area feeder pattern before graduating from Cleveland High and excelling at UNC Chapel Hill, has been a hometown hero for many years! And, we are excited to see what is next. We are proud of you Omarion, and will continue to support you as you continue to excel and become the star we have always known you could be! #JCPSProud

Day Two of the Johnston County Special Olympics = NEXT LEVEL AWESOME! 🏅 From epic races to big high-fives, today was filled with unstoppable spirit, unforgettable moments, and ALL the gold-medal energy! 💪🎽 🌟 Huge shoutout to every athlete, volunteer, and cheering fan — your smiles, strength, and sportsmanship lit up the whole day! 💙 Special thanks to Smithfield-Selma High School for hosting some of our most outstanding student-athletes!✨ #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Let the games begin!!!🥇🥈🥉 JCPS elementary student-athletes kicked off the 2025 Johnston County Special Olympics this morning at Smithfield-Selma High with a parade and a torch run! These athletes have been training all year for today and competed in a variety of events, including Tennis Ball Throw, Running Jump, 10 Meter Assisted Walk, and Wheelchair Race. Congratulations to all of the athletes, student mentors, teachers, parents, and the countless number of volunteers! 🥳👏 Stay tuned tomorrow when the JCPS middle and high school athletes put their training into action for Day Two of the 2025 Johnston County Special Olympics! "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt." -Special Olympics motto #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Preschool is an essential part of beginning an excellent educational journey! 🏫🎒 Johnston County Public Schools is currently accepting preschool enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year for the Title I and Fee for Service programs. For more information about these programs, program overview, age requirements, and other pertinent information, please visit the JCPS Preschool webpage at https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/preschool. We hope to see your precious child(ren) begin their journey soon! REGISTER TODAY!!!

Johnston County Public Schools hosted its 31st annual Flame For Learning Awards celebration this evening, naming William Marshall as the 2025 Teacher of the Year! Marshall, a teacher and alumnus of West Johnston Wildcats, was one of four finalists, which included Heather Bryant of Clayton High School, Lois D'Agostino of West View Elementary, and Brooke Hayward of Riverwood Elementary School. On behalf of Johnston County Public Schools, the Johnston County Board of Education, and the Johnston County Coalition of Chambers, congratulations to all of the nominees and William Marshall, our 2025 Teacher of the Year! Learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/4cKeLkA

Make some noise for our school bus drivers on this School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!!!🚌🥳 JCPS is grateful to all of these dedicated folks who get up at dawn and work until the sun sets to ensure your children get to school and back home safely. These unsung heroes deserve to be highlighted today and every day!!! Say thank you to our school bus drivers today, and feel free to express your gratitude by leaving some kind comments below.❤ #SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay2025

Happy Earth Day, everyone!🌎 Let’s celebrate by making small changes that add up to a big difference for our planet. Reduce, reuse, recycle!♻ Make every day Earth Day!❤ #EarthDay2025

Our amazing Elementary Math Team recently presented at the NCCTM Eastern Regional Math Conference at East Carolina University. This group of educators engaged a room full of teachers in the use of effective problem solving strategies to support the comprehension of word problems in grades K-5. Their focus on purposeful problem-solving not only benefits Johnston County Public Schools but has also now benefitted teachers from the eastern part of our state. Our educators are making a difference everywhere they go! #JCPSproud

Happy Easter! 🐰💐 Wishing you a day filled with joy and blessed moments with the ones you love. May your heart be as full as your Easter basket! 💛

🚨 Free 5 Day Meal Packs for children and teens age 18 and under this summer! 🚨 Pre-order today at: bit.ly/summermealpacks Visit www.johnston.k12.nc.us/schoolnutrition for more information!

Rounding out the April Character Education recipients is Yandell Herrera-Roman!🎆🎆 He is a leader in the 8th grade at Riverwood Middle, encouraging his peers to do their very best by being a positive role model. He was one of the students selected to serve on the Assistant Principal Interview Panel to represent the students’ voices and perspectives. Herrera-Roman always shows respect towards his teachers, coaches, and other staff members. He has learned to self-advocate, and prides himself on his academic achievements and positive decision-making. Keep being a leader, Yandell!🌟 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Let's hear it for Ms. Frances Velez, our April Classified Employee of the Month!🥳🥳🥳 Ms. Velez is an identifier and recruiter for the Migrant Education Program. She is dedicated to providing the necessary support services to help students and families inside and outside of the classroom. By educating and advocating with her heart, Ms. Velez truly supports the mission of Johnston County Public Schools. Learn more about Ms. Velez's passion for serving: https://bit.ly/3RlZcWt #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Victoria Luna, a 5th-grader at 🐬🐬South Smithfield Elementary🐬🐬, is our next April Character Ed Student! Luna consistently demonstrates a steadfast commitment to personal growth and academic excellence. She is always striving to reach her full potential, seeking ways to improve, and embracing challenges with determination. As an avid reader, Luna chooses books that expand her knowledge and enrich her vocabulary. Luna's independence and self-assurance allow her to stay focused on her schoolwork, undeterred by distractions. Additionally, her caring nature and calm demeanor inspire those around her to stay motivated and be their best selves. Congratulations Victoria! 🌞 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Meet Ally Veilleux, a very engaging and caring educator who is making an outstanding impact at Riverwood Elementary! 🍎 The recent East Carolina University grad is one of six student-teachers who signed early with JCPS in the Spring of 2024, after participating in the JCPS Student-Teacher Program. The JCPS Early Contract Signing initiative provides those within the Student-Teacher Program an opportunity to sign their contracts sooner than they would traditionally. We immediately knew Ally would be great, and we were right! Her excitement and enthusiasm for education have grown during her first year, and it shows in the way her students, colleagues, and administrators commend her.❤ Watch Ally share a little bit more on why JCPS is the perfect fit for her and other educators seeking a supportive professional environment where excellence is the standard!👏👏👏 🔗 https://bit.ly/4cxNtO2 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS