Together, they performed emergency care for a student. All three were recognized at the January 13, 2026, Johnston County Board of Education meeting and were presented with the JCPS Heroism Award for their “selfless act of heroism that resulted in the saving of another’s life.”
Without the quick, caring, and professional response of these three individuals, it is believed that the student’s situation would have been significantly worse.
They provided life-saving measures, and for that, we are all truly grateful.
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Even after completing two demanding club practices, Janiya arrives ready to work with a positive attitude and focus. A top point scorer for the Lady Pirates, she earns frequent first- and second-place finishes and contributes valuable relay points.
Through her consistency, leadership, and encouragement, Janiya models perseverance and inspires her teammates, making her a deserving candidate for recognition.
Congratulations, Janiya, for being recognized as the January Character Ed Student for Corinth Holders High! 👏
Are you interested in a meaningful career with lasting rewards? Are you passionate about shaping the future?
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Smithfield-Selma High!
Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Opportunities for growth and incentives
✅ A great place build your career and life
Don't miss this opportunity! Register at: https://bit.ly/jobfair2026
Can’t wait and want to join the team today? Check out the job vacancies page here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
Congratulations to Christopher Brown, teacher assistant at Corinth Holders High! He is our Classified Employee of the Month for January! 👏
Being in education for three years, Brown has found joy in supporting students and staff each day.
“I chose my role at JCPS because I wanted to be part of a district that values students, staff, and community,” said Brown.
In his Spotlight Q&A, Brown talks about how being a teaching assistant and building strong relationships through his career have helped shape both his professional and personal growth. Read it here: https://bit.ly/49Sd6cK
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS
Johnston County Public Schools will host a ground breaking ceremony for the Clayton High rebuild on Thursday, Feb 19, 2026, at 10 AM!
The event will be held at Clayton High, 600 S Fayetteville Street, Clayton, NC 27520.
Join us in celebrating this great milestone! 🎉
Another impactful day of Professional Learning Communities for our principals with Solution Tree!
This continued learning strengthens our commitment to growth and improved outcomes for every student, and we are excited to see these strategies in action across our schools!
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#LeadingForward
As Assistant Director of School Nutrition Services, Lynne Bergeron is a vital leader within JCPS, playing an essential role in supporting students through nutritious meals and program management. Her dedication helps ensure students have the fuel they need to learn, grow, and thrive each day.
Lynne invites you to join the JCPS team and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of students across our schools.
View current job opportunities here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
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Third through fifth students packed the gymnasium for a pep rally to mark the start of the reading competition. The students were bursting with excitement, showing off their signs.
Malcolm Mitchell, founder of Read with Malcolm - Share the Magic Foundation and Super Bowl Champion, appeared via Zoom, encouraging students to read for as many minutes as possible. Winners will be announced on Sunday, February 8, 2026, the same day as the Super Bowl.
Members of the South Johnston High football team were also lending their support and giving high fives to kindergarteners, 1st, and 2nd graders as they paraded through the event holding up their favorite books.
Good luck to all of the students as they read their way to success!
Are you interested in a meaningful career with lasting rewards? Are you passionate about shaping the future?
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Smithfield-Selma High!
Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Opportunities for growth and incentives
✅ A great place build your career and life
Don't miss this opportunity! Scan the QR code or register at: https://bit.ly/jobfair2026
Can’t wait and want to join the team today? The job vacancies page here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
Step inside IDEAL Academy at South Johnston High! 🌎🌾 https://bit.ly/4q5IHxc
IDEAL Academy, a JCPS Choice Program in partnership with the University of Mount Olive, allows students interested in agriculture and environmental studies to earn both their high school diploma and an Associate Degree within four years. 🎓
Through this program, education goes beyond the traditional classroom setting. It opens doors to meaningful, real-world learning experiences.
#JCPSForward
Join us this Wednesday, January 7th, 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!
JCPS is thrilled to announce an exciting community event you won’t want to miss! Our wonderful partners, the Johnston County Ed Foundation, will host a Harlem Wizards basketball fundraiser on February 9, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High School. The event will begin at 6:30 PM, and doors will open at 5:30 PM.
We invite all JCPS families, staff, and community members to join us for an unforgettable night of high-flying basketball where some of your favorite principals, teachers, coaches, and support staff will compete against the Harlem Wizards!
If you are looking for an evening of fun, laughter, and unforgettable entertainment, for an even greater cause, mark your calendar now!
🎟️ To register, click here: https://bit.ly/4pmDBeM
The New Year is here and applications are open! 🗓️
Don't miss this opportunity to start the new year exploring new possibilities! JCPS will host a Choice Programs Information Night on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High School from 5:45 PM to 8 PM.
Attendees will be provided 15-minute information sessions about the various programs offered to 8th graders and a Q&A session.
The application window for students wanting to attend High School Choice Programs starts today, January 1st, and will end on February 15th.
Click here to learn more about JCPS Choice Programs: https://bit.ly/4abrFH4
Johnston County Public Schools wishes everyone a Happy New Year!
Sarah Willoughby, Principal at West Clayton Elementary, is one of many school-based administrators who ensure that our students and staff are safe and have a great learning and work environment.
Sarah invites you to join the JCPS team by applying for the various positions currently available in our schools!
View current job opportunities here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
Cleveland High’s Quarterback Isabella “Izzy” Sholar, the Carolina Panthers High School Flag Football Player Of the Year, is one of eight finalists for the 2025 Girls National Flag Football Player of the Year Award.
Read more about Sholar and this nomination here: https://bit.ly/3YMcMWy
Congratulations Izzy! We're all rooting for you! 🎉 The winner will be announced on January 10th.
Merry Christmas Eve!
We are excited to share that for the 2024-2025 academic year, two seniors and two 2025 graduates are candidates for the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone Diploma™, and three seniors and two 2025 graduates are candidates for the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™.
The College Board AP Capstone is a two-year program based on two AP courses: AP Seminar and AP Research. The program helps students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and research and presentation skills that are essential to academic and career success.
Instead of learning subject-specific content, these courses develop students’ skills in research, analysis, evidence-based arguments, collaboration, writing, and presenting. Students who complete the two-year program can earn one of two different AP Capstone awards, the AP Capstone Diploma™ or the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™, which are valued by colleges across the United States and around the world.
To read more about these candidates and the AP Capstone Program, click here: https://bit.ly/4aZyi1r
