Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 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/inclementweather for full details.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions over the coming days and provide updates on district schedule changes.
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.
❄️ Please be safe and enjoy a wonderful day in the snow! ⛄️
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, February 2, 2026, 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/inclementweather for full details.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions over the coming days and provide updates on district schedule changes.
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.
❄️ Please be safe and enjoy a wonderful day in the snow! ⛄️
K-1 is at 10:45
2-3 is at 11:30
4-5 is at 12:15
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
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 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/inclementweather 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.
Please be safe!
Please check students' binders and backpacks for remote learning activities prepared by your child's teacher. We have provided both a general list of activities and teachers have also sent or will post more specific activities as well.
While these are not graded assignments, the work will keep your students in the routine of learning while they are away from school.
Do not hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher via Dojo or email with any questions. Please stay safe during this winter weather event.
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, 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/inclementweather 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.
Please be safe!
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
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!
First, do not forget tonight that we have Spirit Night at Red Robin at White Oak. Take the flyer or mention East Clayton to support our PTA.
Today, we have sent home information regarding the Penguin Patch Holiday Shop for next week. The Holiday Shop is a fun way for students to shop for family members and experience the spirit of giving while learning to earn, budget, and save! There will be over 100 gifts available for your student to choose from, all ranging in price from $.50 to $12. More information and a budget envelope has been sent home with your student.
Students will shop during their music and PE classes. We will also have the Holiday Shop set up during the Winter Wonderland event on December 11th. Come out for a night of family fun. We will also have student-made ornaments for sale for just $5 which you will be able to add to your tree or provide to your family members as a gift. We still need parent volunteers for both our holiday shop and Winter Wonderland!
Sign up at the links here: Holiday Shop: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084CABAB28A5FE3-60526624-east#/
Winter Wonderland: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44AFAF29A0FECE9-60900482-winter#/
We can't wait to see you at these upcoming events!
Mariah works well with her peers during class projects, group discussions, and in other school activities. She has a positive attitude and always puts forth her best effort. Even when others around her are not always doing the right thing, Mariah holds firm with her respectful attitude.
Congratulations, Mariah, for being recognized as the November Character Ed Student for East Clayton Elementary! 👏
Starting tonight, at 5:30pm, we will host our Hispanic Heritage School-Wide Celebration. Upon arrival, students & families will sign in and be given a passport to visit each area of the school to learn about countries presented by our students and to include student work on display. After getting their passport filled with a stamp for each country, return it to the cafeteria for a free snack and to prepare for the presentation. The presentation will begin at 6:15pm, and we have students who will be participating in a short program to include a song with . Additionally, the Book Fair will be open for families to shop, and we will have a Food Truck for your family to purchase dinner. You do not want to miss this fun.
Tomorrow, at 9:30am, our Kinder and 1st grade students will participate in a costume parade in our carpool area. Families who wish to cheer on our students should gather around the carpool circle beginning at 9:15am. We will also host our Explorer Experiences tomorrow for all grades. Grades 2-3 will be at 10:15am, Kinder and 1st grade at 2pm, and 4th and 5th grades at 2:45pm. We ask all students to wear these Explorer shirts for these activities and to wrap up our Red Ribbon week.
We are looking forward to celebrating with all of you, and hope you join us tonight beginning at 5:30pm as we honor the Hispanic Heritage present within our school.
