
We are excited to announce that Superintendent Dr. Eric C. Bracy will announce the 20 semifinalists for the 2025 Flame for Learning Award during the March 11 Johnston County Board of Education meeting!
Please tune in via livestream on the district's YouTube page and help us celebrate our amazing educators!!!🍎📚
#GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS


We can't wait to celebrate Read Across America at Dixon Road Elementary March 24-28!


Bus 602 will be running about 20 minutes behind schedule today.

📢 Attention Parents!
We’re excited to announce that the Panorama Surveys will be available soon! The survey window will open on March 17th and run through March 28th. These surveys play a crucial role in shaping the future of our school by providing valuable insights and feedback.
Want to learn more about the impact of these surveys and see examples of the questions students may encounter? Follow this link for more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nD4Wq9_Ssn0oMlAeYmsbfh1sP5GvdRpIHVgyR9H16ro/edit?rtpof=true&sd=true&tab=t.0
Thank you for your continued support in helping us create the best possible learning environment for our students! 💙
#PanoramaSurvey #StudentSuccess #ThankYouParents

Johnston County Public Schools values your feedback! 💻
We will be surveying JCPS families in order to gain insight into your perception of our schools and district's effectiveness. To ensure we continue to provide high-quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback.
You may complete the survey online between March 17th - March 28th using a computer, tablet, or smartphone by clicking the following link: https://bit.ly/4i1CG0x
We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please contact your child’s school.


Don't forget our book fair began today and will run through Friday, March 7th. Students will visit the book fair on their Media Enhancement Day and all families and friends are invited to join us on Family Night on Thursday, March 6th from 4:30-6:30 PM.


The last day for the discounted price ($22) is 3/1, tomorrow. They will be $25 after tomorrow. The last day to order the yearbook is 4/4. After that, families will have to see if they can get one of the extras that the company sends to the school. Don't miss out!


Don't let these precious memories fade! Order your child's school yearbook today and capture the joy, friendships, and milestones of this special year. All orders are accepted online.


Update on Class Pictures! We were incorrect when we stated that the previous code would work with online orders. We have provided the corrected information on Facebook, on our website, and will share out in Parent Newsletter this weekend. The envelopes sent home last month can still be used to send in cash or checks for pictures. Thanks for your patience.



American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge Update! Dragonflies, sign up for the challenge and raise $20 by Friday, February 28th and be entered into a raffle to win a stuffed duck!


Class Pictures has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 19th! The same envelope and payment information will be used for pictures as was sent for our original date.



The Scholastic Book Fair is coming Feb 25–Mar 6. It will be online this week and in person beginning on Monday, March 3rd. Our students are excited to shop for their own books and every purchase at the Fair benefits our school! For more info, visit https://scholastic.com/bf/dixonroadelementaryschool.


Want an easier start to the week? What about dinner out that gives 10% of profit back to Dixon Road Elementary? Our next PTO Spirit Night is Monday February 24th from 5 to 8 at Fiesta at McGees Crossroads. Must show flyer for school to receive credit!


Due to the inclement weather and the forecast for hazardous conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed for all students and staff on Friday, February 21, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available, particularly regarding weekend facility usage and extracurricular activities for Saturday.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Due to the inclement weather conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed for all students and staff on Thursday, February 20, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Good morning!
Please see the image below for assignments on this Remote Learning Day! These expectations should have already been shared by teachers in Rooms. Contact your student's teacher if you have any questions/concerns.
Take Care!
Dr. Hill


Due to the forecast for inclement weather, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students and staff on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions for full details. As a reminder: All assignments offered during remote learning days will be enhancement/enrichment type activities. No assignments will receive a grade, but will be reviewed. Parents who have questions should contact their child’s teacher via email.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Class Picture Day is WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19th. Order forms were sent home with students and you can pay online using the information on the first flyer.



February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and we're happy to share this resource for FREE Dental Care through Commwell Health. Don't miss out on the event in Four Oaks on the 20th!



On Thursday, February 6th, our school will recognize National Wear Red Day. This annual event takes place on the first Friday of February to raise awareness about heart disease. Due to a previously planned staff celebration on Friday, DRES we will show our support for heart health on Thursday!
