Don't forget about the Kindergarten Popsicles on the Playground event at Cleveland Elementary! 🍦⭐
📅 Wednesday, August 19
Choose the time that works best for your family:
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM
OR
🕦 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Location: Kindergarten Playground at Cleveland Elementary
🚗 Parking: Please park in the front parking lot and walk to the kindergarten playground.
We can't wait to welcome our newest Stars as we get ready to Reach for the Stars! ⭐💙
#JCPSParentandFamilyEngagement | Start the school year with confidence by exploring Johnston County Public Schools’ 2026-2027 Back to School Basics page!
Families can find helpful information and resources all in one place, including:
📝 Beginning of the year documents
🏫 Orientation dates and times
🚌 Transportation information
🍎 School Nutrition information
📅 School calendars
…and much more!
The first day of school is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back! Mark your calendars:
• Monday, August 24: First day for traditional-calendar students
• Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27: Kindergarten staggered entry
• Friday, August 28: All kindergarten students attend
Not sure which day your kindergartener should attend? Please check with your child’s school for their assigned date.
Visit our Back to School Basics page here: https://bit.ly/3WPLcX3
#JCPSForward
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
As we prepare for a smooth and successful start, please take a few minutes to complete the following important beginning-of-year items:
🚗 Carpool Tag Registration: https://forms.gle/eEReLNgCUBxrp2ZT6
If your child will be picked up through carpool, please complete the Carpool Tag Registration so we can ensure a safe and efficient dismissal process.
🚶 Walker Tag Registration: https://forms.gle/a95PSLfQvCwGRX4C7
If your child will be a walker at dismissal, please complete the Walker Tag Registration. Walker tags help our staff verify authorized dismissal arrangements.
📝 Beginning-of-Year Forms
Please go to https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/o/jcps/page/beginning-of-the-year-documents and complete the THREE required beginning-of-year forms for your child. These forms are important to ensure that we have the most current information on file. Note: You will need your student's ID number, which can be found in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Please complete all registrations and forms as soon as possible! The carpool and walker tags may be picked up at open house.
Thank you for your partnership and for helping us begin the school year organized, safe, and ready for success! We look forward to a wonderful school year with our students and families.
A new school year is just around the corner! While the excitement is building, we know getting ready can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created a one-stop shop to help families get ready for the year ahead!
📅 Orientation dates & times
📝 Enrollment information
🚌 Transportation services
🍎 School nutrition
…and so much more!
Visit our Back to School Basics page for everything you need to start the school year prepared and ready to go! https://bit.ly/3WPLcX3
During the July 14th regular scheduled meeting, the JC Board of Education approved revisions to Policy Code 4304: Code of Student Conduct.
There was special attention to Section F. 36, which provides governance for the "Possession, Display, Use, Sale or Distribution of Vapes".
Revisions define vapes and expresses that there will be a 10-day suspension for any student in violation of the code.
We strongly encourage parents to speak with your child(ren) regarding the details of the policy and the consequences moving forward.
Please know that the Johnston County Board of Education strives to mitigate health and safety concerns related to harmful substances such as tobacco products and/or vapes. The revised verbiage and the associated penalties have been set to achieve this goal.
View Policy Code 4304 online, here: https://bit.ly/4f2TEwE
Kindergarten registration is happening now at JCPS! 🏫
You can complete the process online or call to schedule an in-person appointment. We are here to help you every step of the way!
Get started today on our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
Click HERE for an enrollment video with more information.
We are so excited to welcome our amazing teachers and staff back for another school year! 💙💛 We kicked off the year with great food, fellowship, and encouragement as we get ready to Reach for the Stars! ⭐️
A HUGE thank you to:
🍳 McDonald’s at 40/42 and Hardee’s for providing breakfast
🍽️ J-Tops for our delicious catered lunch
🎂 Walmart for our special Reach for the Stars! cake
We are also grateful to Superintendent Dr. Pearce for taking the time to visit our school and encourage our staff as we begin a new school year!
Here’s to a wonderful year of learning, growing, and reaching for the stars together. ⭐️✨
Beginning August 26th, half of the students will attend, and the other half will attend on August 27th.
If you aren't sure, please check with your school to specify which date your child will attend.
All kindergarten students will attend on August 28th!
We look forward to seeing everyone! 🥳
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
Over the course of 8 weeks, more than 270,000 meals were prepared and provided, making a meaningful impact on the children and families throughout Johnston County.
This recap video highlights the incredible reach of the program and those who made it possible. A huge THANK YOU to JCPS School Nutrition staff and the many community volunteers whose hard work made this year’s Summer Feeding Program another success!
🎥 https://bit.ly/4bBha1I
📢 Enrollment is open, and our future scholars are ready, so don’t forget to register for Kindergarten!
Complete the process online or call us at 888-903-6765 to schedule an in-person appointment.
Get started today: johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
🔗 https://bit.ly/3TtX6It
During the July 14th regular scheduled meeting, the JC Board of Education approved revisions to Policy Code 4304: Code of Student Conduct.
There was special attention to Section F. 36, which provides governance for the "Possession, Display, Use, Sale or Distribution of Vapes".
Revisions define vapes and expresses that there will be a 10-day suspension for any student in violation of the code.
We strongly encourage parents to speak with your child(ren) regarding the details of the policy and the consequences moving forward.
Please know that the Johnston County Board of Education strives to mitigate health and safety concerns related to harmful substances such as tobacco products and/or vapes. The revised verbiage and the associated penalties have been set to achieve this goal.
View Policy Code 4304 online, here: https://bit.ly/4f2TEwE
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
Kindergarten registration is happening now at JCPS! 🏫
You can complete the process online or call to schedule an in-person appointment. We are here to help you every step of the way!
Get started today on our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
Click HERE for an enrollment video with more information.
There’s still time to get to the Summer Information Fair!
Until 6 PM today, families can stop by Corinth Holders High, Cleveland High, or Smithfield-Selma High to receive support regarding enrollment applications, transportation questions, student resources, and more.
In case you weren’t able to attend, no worries! Check out your school's website or our Back to School Basics webpage: https://bit.ly/45snXXT
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
During the July 14th regular scheduled meeting, the JC Board of Education approved revisions to Policy Code 4304: Code of Student Conduct.
There was special attention to Section F. 36, which provides governance for the "Possession, Display, Use, Sale or Distribution of Vapes".
Revisions define vapes and expresses that there will be a 10-day suspension for any student in violation of the code.
We strongly encourage parents to speak with your child(ren) regarding the details of the policy and the consequences moving forward.
Please know that the Johnston County Board of Education strives to mitigate health and safety concerns related to harmful substances such as tobacco products and/or vapes. The revised verbiage and the associated penalties have been set to achieve this goal.
View Policy Code 4304 online, here: https://bit.ly/4f2TEwE
As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, on Monday, July 27th and Tuesday, July 28th, JCPS Information Services, Transportation and Student Services departments will be hosting a Summer Information Fair at three locations: Cleveland High, Corinth-Holders High, and Smithfield-Selma High.
Families can visit any of these three campuses from 12:00 PM-6:00 PM to complete new enrollment applications, receive status updates on existing enrollment applications, and collect required enrollment documentation. Parents will be able to receive information on how transportation is provided, request transportation if they did not use it the previous year, or discuss any summer address changes that impact transportation. Student Services will also be available to provide student resources.
We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information: https://bit.ly/4fOhInb
The 2026 Leadership Conference last week was a tremendous success!
Our administrators and staff are returning to their schools stronger together, with new ideas and valuable tools to help lead their school communities to continued success!
Here is a look back at a week full of collaboration, learning, and leadership: https://bit.ly/4gL03xK
#LeadForward
#StrongerTogether
#JCPSForward
