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The JCPS 2026 Leadership Conference wrapped up today!
The final day began with the announcement of our 2026-2027 Principal of the Year Maritza Rosado of Selma Elementary, and Assistant Principal of the Year Tamara Brock of South Smithfield Elementary.
Our administrators and staff left equipped with valuable knowledge, tools, and techniques to lead their school communities to continued success!
“Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge — and moving them forward.” - Simon Sinek
Learn more about the 2026 Leadership Conference with a shared focus on teamwork and unity: https://bit.ly/4f68xOP
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They took a deeper dive into leading with a purpose, leveraging student success, growing connections and relationships, and so much more, leaving day two, “Stronger Together”.
We are looking forward to tomorrow!
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This morning, we were excited to welcome all of our School Resource Officers to express sincere appreciation for all that they do to keep our campuses safe!
The following departments partner with JCPS in this effort:
Johnston County Sheriff's Office
Clayton Police Department
Four Oaks Police Department
Town of Benson PD
Town of Pine Level PD
Town of Princeton PD
Selma Police Department
Smithfield Police Department
Wilson's Mills Police
This year’s theme is Stronger Together, and for the rest of this week, administrators and staff will learn valuable information for themselves and their school teams.
Principals are focusing on three main essentials: Students First, People’s Principal, and Instructional Leadership. Assistant principals are focusing on Principal Support, People Leadership, and Instructional Leadership.
Stay tuned tomorrow for more highlights!
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Day 2 of JCPS Leadership began with a focus on its core instruction definition, which is “High Quality Teaching and Learning for ALL students."
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They participated in training sessions designed with the tools they will need to move their schools forward on the path to student success and academic achievement.
The afternoon sessions will also be filled with essential district elements including “Why Do We Exist: Principal Essentials” and “Why Do We Exist: Thriving as a New Assistant Principal”.
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Leadership 2026 has begun!
New principals and assistant principals are engaging in 7 sessions of informative and instructive leadership training.
The passionate group of 26 administrators will receive presentations on curriculum and instruction, relationship development, accountability, effective hiring practices, district practices and standards, and much, much more.
This group of strong leaders are proof that the future is bright for JCPS!
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JCPS celebrates the 250th anniversary of our great nation!
Here's to wishing everyone a happy 4th of July!
During the June 2 work session and June 9 regular session meetings, the Johnston County Board of Education made the following principal transfers effective July 1, 2026:
Princeton Middle/High School - Heather Anders
Four Oaks Elementary School - Lyndsey Dunn
McGee’s Crossroads Middle School - Darrick McNeill
North Johnston Middle School - James “TJ” Parrish
Riverwood Middle School - Lauren Sabo
West Johnston High School - Larkeysha Sheppard
We are extremely excited about the new appointments and certainly look forward to the success that is sure to come.
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JCPS is committed to ensuring that its leaders are prepared to lead students forward in the classrooms and in life.
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Another great year is in the books, and another great graduating class is ready to conquer the world and fulfill their dreams!
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Please refer to the NC DHHS Sun Bucks Website for more information on how to qualify or enroll, here: https://bit.ly/3S7izpz
A Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) teacher at Four Oaks Elementary for the last nine years, and this summer McCall will work with researchers as part of the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership at NC State University. She and the researchers will work to develop a domestic alternative to rubber sourced from Southeast Asia this summer.
She will learn the techniques and methods used to measure the properties of rubber latex at a microscopic level and bring that knowledge back to her students at Four Oaks Elementary.
For McCall, the fellowship is as much about her students as it is about her professional growth. “This opportunity creates an atmosphere of consistent teamwork in my classroom, which is critical for future success in the workplace,” she said. “It also unlocks students’ interests and talents they may not have had another chance to explore.”
Read more about this amazing opportunity here: https://bit.ly/4tYQH5o
Conductor Sally K. Albrecht, who has led honor choirs across the country, worked with the students throughout the day. Albrecht has conducted at renowned venues such as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center.
As families arrived, they were welcomed by artwork from the Elementary School All-County Honors Artists, with selections curated by the Johnston County Arts Council and the North Carolina Museum of Art.
A special thanks to the JCPS Fine Arts program for allowing our students to showcase their talents and creativity!
There was so much excitement from the start! Before the games began, the teams paraded around the track to the cheers of the families and friends gathered in the stands.
From 100-meter races and running jump, to tennis ball throw, and bowling, our elementary Special Olympics athletes showed incredible athleticism, determination, and sportsmanship.
Huge thanks to Special Olympics Johnston County for partnering with JCPS to put together this great event at Smithfield-Selma High.
Stay tuned for day two!
Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games start TOMORROW, and we are so excited!
Come out and support our Special Olympics athletes loud and proud on April 16th, 17th, and 24th at Smithfield-Selma High as they inspire us all! 💪
