Several JCPS leaders recently seized the opportunity to present at the 2024 North Carolina School Boards Association Annual Conference on Tuesday, in Greensboro, NC.
The session was titled, “Board Governance + Instructional Leadership = High Performing School District” and the team shared strategies and procedures that have contributed to JCPS’ recent academic success and consistent improvement over the past 5 years. The team discussed everything from student engagement, curriculum, the importance of synergetic relationships between the Board and leadership, accountability at all levels, goal setting and follow through, effective organizational structure, benchmarking, and more.
Presenters were JCPS Superintendent Dr. Eric C. Bracy, Area Superintendents Patty Whittington, Ken Byrd, and Roderic Brewington, Chief Academic Officer Anna Kuykendal, Asst. Superintendent of Accountability and School Performance Kristy Stephenson, and Benson Elementary Principal Dr. Takicey Dunston.
Learn more about this amazing opportunity here: https://bit.ly/3ZjF77U
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Happy Halloween! Students may wear their Halloween costumes tomorrow, Thursday, October 31st. However, students may not wear masks or any faces coverings. Please have a safe Halloween.
Just a reminder that school will be closed to students on Tuesday, November 5th. Some schools will be used as voting sites.
Don't forget our Book Fair Family Night is tonight, October 29th, from 4:30-7:00!
Don't forget to set up your student's eWallet account for cashless, stress-less shopping. Friends and family can even contribute funds!
Set one up here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/bensonelementaryschool
Fall Picture Make Up Day! Wednesday, October 30th.
JCPS wrapped up the 2023-2024 school year ranked 35th in the state overall! 💪
Now we are future-focused on our 2029 goal of being in the top 20% in the state. With the best teachers, students, and parents giving their all, we will get there! 📚🏫🎓
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We continue to grow and improve each & every day! 🌟
JCPS English learners showed more improvement than the state average in back-to-back years! 👏
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One last reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Tuesday, October 22, 2024, for JCPS students on the traditional calendar. 📅
JCPS showed exceptional growth for the 2023-2024 school year❗
Eleven schools are no longer on the Assisted Targeted Support and Improvement list. JCPS is moving forward! 🚂
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JCPS is raising the bar of academic success! ⬆
We were above the state average for all EOG/EOC subject areas in grades 3-8 and in high school Math 1 and Biology. ✨
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With the guidance of exceptional educators, our students continue to excel! 😎
According to the academic growth data, from the 2023-2024 school year, 54% of our schools exceeded growth, compared to the state average of 29%. 💪
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JCPS continues to improve its school performance grades! 🌟
We are proud to announce that 89% of our schools received a school letter grade of A, B, or C according to recent data, surpassing the state average of 66%. This is a tremendous increase since 2018, when 65% of our schools were identified as the same.
Through dedication and hard work, three schools moved from a letter grade of C to B, and four schools moved from D to C! 👏
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JCPS communities came together in an extraordinary way for our neighbors in Western North Carolina! 🌟
Donations from our schools for the Hurricane Helene Relief filled three dump trailers, three 3 box trucks, two pickup trucks, and two vans! This outpouring of kindness, compassion, and generosity is what our school system is built upon. We thank everyone involved in this effort!
We continue to keep everyone affected by this devastating event in our hearts! ❤
Thousands of supplies. Hundreds of donors. One common goal…helping those in their time of need. ❤
Today our Facility Services team gathered supplies from our schools, which were Hurricane Helene Relief donation sites. In a few hours, these supplies will be transported to Western North Carolina.
Thank you to the many, many students, parents, and staff who have responded promptly and compassionately.
Also, a special thanks to Johnston County Government and the Johnston County Sheriff's Office for allowing us to partner with you in this effort. 🤝
As we provide critical assistance to our neighbors in Western North Carolina, here's a reminder of our district's partnership with Johnston County Government's Hurricane Helene Relief Effort.
The region is in dire need of new, unused blankets. As you continue supporting the relief efforts, place these at the top of the list.
Thank you!
JCPS continues to exceed the state average graduation rate! 🎓
In 2024 our graduation rate was 91.3%, well above the state average of 86.9%. 🥳
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It's National Custodial Workers Day! 🌟
JCPS is honored to celebrate these remarkable team members who work relentlessly to ensure our students and staff have a clean and safe learning environment. Custodians work behind the scenes, but are essential in education!
A special THANK YOU to these heroes! ❤
It’s day 2 of National Principals Month!❤
This morning we are recognizing Benson Elementary School Principal Dr. Takicey Dunston! She taught at Cleveland Elementary for 10 years, and was assistant principal at Meadow School for three years. Dr. Dunston has been leading the Bronco family since 2015!
Benson Elementary School, let's show her some love! 🐎
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REMINDER! 📣
The second Student Assignment Community Information Session is tonight from 6-8 PM at Swift Creek Middle School, 325 Norris Road, Clayton.
Please feel free to attend if you would like to know more about the proposed student assignment maps.
Hope to see you there!
¡RECORDATORIO! 📣
La segunda Sesión de Información Comunitaria sobre Asignación de Estudiantes es esta noche de 6 a 8 PM en la Escuela Intermedia Swift Creek.
¡Siéntase libre de asistir si desea saber más sobre los mapas de asignación de estudiantes propuestos! La dirección es 325 Norris Road, Clayton.
¡Espero verlos allí!
