Due to the forecast for this evening, the Holiday Lights Tour has been CANCELED. However, stay tuned for more details regarding a Winter Literacy Night in January!
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 JCPS’s most captivating athletes will compete against the Harlem Wizards! Come cheer as some of your favorite principals, teachers, coaches, and support staff step onto the court for some friendly competition, school spirit, and lots of laughs. This high-energy evening promises fun, laughter, and unforgettable entertainment for students, families, and staff, all while supporting a great cause.\
🏀 Who are the Harlem Wizards?
The Harlem Wizards are a nationally renowned basketball entertainment team known for their incredible ball-handling skills, jaw-dropping trick shots, and interactive, family-friendly showmanship. Blending athletic talent with comedy and crowd engagement, the Harlem Wizards create an electrifying experience that delights audiences of all ages while promoting positive messages about teamwork, education, and community.
🏀 Who is the Johnston County Ed Foundation?
This event is spearheaded by the Johnston County Education Foundation, which plays a vital role in supporting JCPS by investing directly in our educators and classrooms. Through grant funding and other initiatives, the Foundation helps bring innovative instructional projects to life, supports creative teaching strategies, and enhances learning opportunities for students across the district. Events like this fundraiser make it possible for the Foundation to continue expanding its impact in JCPS schools.
So, if you are looking for great entertainment, for an even greater cause, mark your calendar now and get ready for a night of excitement, community engagement, and fun for everyone!
🎟️ To register, click here: https://bit.ly/4anzlrL
All students and staff should report to schools and campuses on a two-hour delay.
We have been advised that the potential of black ice is possible tonight through Tuesday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions. To allow for better road visibility for our bus drivers, students, and staff drivers, we will be on a two-hour delay tomorrow. We encourage all travelers, especially our student drivers, to travel with caution.
School nutrition will serve breakfast upon students’ arrival. Early morning care will open two hours later than the normal start time.
Thank you for your understanding as we work with local safety and emergency officials to ensure that we are all safe during these inclement weather events.
Due to the forecast of inclement weather and per the guidance of local emergency and safety officials, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students tomorrow, Monday, December 8, 2025, as well as all extracurricular activities. The district will operate under Condition 3 of the inclement weather plan.
View the inclement weather plan online at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather.
Please be safe and have a great evening!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 2nd — it’s Benson Elementary Spirit Day at Jersey Mike’s!
Stop by anytime all day to grab your favorite sub and support our school. 🍴
Just mention Benson Elementary School when you order, and a portion of the proceeds will go right back to benefit our students and staff! 💙💛
Let’s show our Bronco Pride and make this a delicious success! 🐴✨
#BensonBroncos #SpiritNight #JerseyMikes #SupportOurSchool
Just a friendly reminder that the PTA Glow Party for 3rd–5th graders is tomorrow from 4:30–6:00 PM!
⭐ Only students with signed permission slips will be able to stay after school.
📝 Permission slips must be turned in by tomorrow morning.
💵 The cost is $5 per student. If you have already turned in the permission slip without the $5, please send the money tomorrow with your child.
🚗 Pick-up is promptly at 6:00 PM in the bus parking lot.
We’re looking forward to a fun, glowing evening for our kiddos! 💚✨
🎉 Spirit Night at Jersey Mike’s! 🥪
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 18th — it’s Benson Elementary Spirit Day at Jersey Mike’s!
Stop by anytime all day to grab your favorite sub and support our school. 🍴
Just mention Benson Elementary School when you order, and a portion of the proceeds will go right back to benefit our students and staff! 💙💛
Let’s show our Bronco Pride and make this a delicious success! 🐴✨
#BensonBroncos #SpiritNight #JerseyMikes #SupportOurSchool
Dr. Takicey Dunston, Principal at Benson Elementary, is dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment for every student. Throughout her 30+ years of experience in education, Dr. Dunston’s overarching strategy has always been to meet students where they are, discover their strengths, and teach them useful techniques to utilize those strengths to improve in other areas of learning.
Her impact goes far beyond the classroom. Dr. Dunston has also created a community of positivity and collaboration among her staff. She knows how important it is to set the tone during the highs and especially during the lows, and continually displays her belief in the students and teachers.
That commitment to both students and staff has not gone unnoticed. At the JCPS annual Leadership Conference, Dr. Dunston was named the 2025-2026 Principal of the Year!
Congratulations, Dr. Takicey Dunston! 👏
You can learn more about our 2025-2026 Principal of the Year here: http://bit.ly/4qpYGH7
Watch our highlight video here: https://bit.ly/JCPS25POY
PTA Meeting!
While your shopping at the Book Fair for Family Night, pop on over and join our PTA meeting! There will be one at 5pm or 6pm. Please come and join!
Boo Grams for Sale!!
PTA is selling Boo Grams (online only) from October 21-28th.
