#JCPSCharacterEd | Braylen Tearry consistently makes good choices, completes his work, and follows through on commitments. He comes prepared to learn, stays focused, and gives his best effort, even when tasks are challenging. He takes responsibility for his actions, learns from mistakes, and strives to improve. Braylen is dependable, respectful, and willing to help others.
His initiative, positive attitude, and maturity make him someone his teachers and classmates can count on!
Congratulations, Braylen, for being recognized as the September Character Ed Student for Cleveland Elementary! 👏
His initiative, positive attitude, and maturity make him someone his teachers and classmates can count on!
Congratulations, Braylen, for being recognized as the September Character Ed Student for Cleveland Elementary! 👏
#JCPSDataPerformance | Johnston County Public Schools is celebrating significant academic gains across multiple areas during the 2025-2026 school year, with students making notable strides in reading, mathematics, science, and high school coursework.
Grade-level proficiency, which is defined as students earning a Level 3, 4 or 5 on End-of-Grade and End-of-Course assessments, increased an impressive 3.8 percentage points, rising from 57.2% in 2025 to 61.0% in 2026.
These results are an exciting reflection of the progress taking place across JCPS and demonstrate that our district is moving Forward with strong momentum toward higher levels of student achievement and academic growth.
#JCPSForward
#StrongerTogether
Grade-level proficiency, which is defined as students earning a Level 3, 4 or 5 on End-of-Grade and End-of-Course assessments, increased an impressive 3.8 percentage points, rising from 57.2% in 2025 to 61.0% in 2026.
These results are an exciting reflection of the progress taking place across JCPS and demonstrate that our district is moving Forward with strong momentum toward higher levels of student achievement and academic growth.
#JCPSForward
#StrongerTogether
#JCPSCharacterEd | Penny Dupree is an outstanding example of self-discipline! She consistently gives her best, actively participates in class, and approaches every task with a positive attitude. She challenges herself to exceed expectations and produce quality work. She is also kind, respectful, and caring toward others.
Her thoughtful choices, strong work ethic, and focus demonstrate that self-discipline means giving your best, even when things are challenging. Penny is a wonderful role model and a true representation of Polenta Puma pride!
Congratulations, Penny, for being recognized as the September Character Ed Student for Polenta Elementary! 👏
Johnston County Public Schools is celebrating a big win for five of its high schools, each awarded $5,000 through T-Mobile’s 2026 Friday Night 5G Lights program. Princeton High, Smithfield-Selma High, South Johnston High, West Johnston High, and Cleveland High were selected as $5K Friday winners as part of T-Mobile’s nationwide celebration of hometown football, school spirit, and community pride.
“This is great news, and it will be rewarding celebrating with the schools and T-Mobile,” noted Director of Athletics and Driver Education Josh Plisko. “We feel these selections reflect the ongoing passionate involvement with scholastic-based athletics in our district from all stakeholders in all sports.”
Read more about the 5K Friday Awards here: https://bit.ly/4ywIDKM
“This is great news, and it will be rewarding celebrating with the schools and T-Mobile,” noted Director of Athletics and Driver Education Josh Plisko. “We feel these selections reflect the ongoing passionate involvement with scholastic-based athletics in our district from all stakeholders in all sports.”
Read more about the 5K Friday Awards here: https://bit.ly/4ywIDKM
#JCPSEvents | October is full of events! 🍂
Check out the October calendar and see what’s coming up across JCPS!
Check out the October calendar and see what’s coming up across JCPS!
