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!
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!
Huge congratulations to our January 15th Wildcat Reader Award winners! We are officially halfway through the 25-26 school year, and our students are crushing their reading goals.
Why do we keep pushing for those pages? Because reading is a superpower that: ✅ Builds an incredible vocabulary ✅ Sharpens writing skills ✅ Boosts testing confidence
THE CHALLENGE: Can we get 100 winners for our next awards on January 30th? 💯 We believe in you! Keep those books open and stay tuned!
This day honors the life and legacy of Dr. King. We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Tuesday.
To make the evening a little easier, we’ll be serving dinner in the cafeteria starting at 5:30 PM:
• 🍕 Pizza: 2 slices for $5
• 🥤 Drinks: Soda or water for $1
Math Night will take place from 6:00–7:00 PM.
We hope you’ll join us for a fun evening of learning, food, and community. We can’t wait to see you there! 😊
We’re excited to honor the hard work and growth of our amazing students! Join us on January 30th as we celebrate their achievements and the progress they’ve made so far this year.
We can’t wait for you to see just how much they’ve grown!
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
Join us on January 12th from 6–7 PM in the cafeteria for a fun evening of hands‑on math games the whole family can enjoy.
🍕 The PTA will also be selling pizza and drinks, so come ready for dinner and math fun!
Check out the flyer for more details.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🥳 Happy New Year, GKE Family! 🥂
Welcome back! We hope all of our wonderful students and families had a safe, restful, and memory-filled holiday break.
We are so excited to kick off 2026 and welcome everyone back!
A friendly reminder: School resumes on Tuesday, January 6th!
We are refreshed, energized, and ready for a spectacular semester filled with learning, growth, and fun. We can't wait to see your smiling faces!
Let's make this the best year yet!
Winter Break is almost here! ❄️
Friendly reminder that we have an Early Release this Friday, Dec. 19th at 1:55 PM.
Make sure to your pickup plans accordingly! We wish our entire community a safe and happy Holiday Break. Enjoy the time off, and we’ll see you again on January 6th!
✨ Reminder: Classes resume Tuesday, Jan. 6th.
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
It is with a full heart and mixed emotions that I write this letter to share an important update with you. After much reflection and consideration, I have accepted a position in Human Resources with Wake County Public Schools. This decision was not an easy one, as Glendale-Kenly Elementary School has truly been my home for more than ten years.
I want to reassure you that I will remain at Glendale-Kenly Elementary School through March 13. During this time, I am fully committed to supporting our students, staff, and families and ensuring a smooth and thoughtful transition.
Serving as a part of this incredible school community has been one of the greatest honors of my professional life. Glendale-Kenly is more than a school, it is a family. I am deeply grateful for the trust, support, and partnership of our parents, the dedication and passion of our staff, and the joy, resilience, and spirit of our students. Every day, our Wildcats remind me why this work matters.
Together, we have celebrated milestones, overcome challenges, and worked tirelessly to ensure that every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn. The love and commitment that define this community are truly special, and they are what made this decision so difficult.
While I am excited about this next chapter and the opportunity to continue supporting educators and schools in a new way, leaving Glendale-Kenly will never be easy. This school will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will carry the memories, relationships, and lessons learned here with me wherever I go.
Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving your children and working alongside such an extraordinary community. Glendale-Kenly Elementary School will always be home to me.
With gratitude and love,
Kelly Holland
Principal
Glendale-Kenly Elementary School
It is with a full heart and mixed emotions that I share this news with you. After much reflection and consideration, I have accepted a position in Human Resources with Wake County. This was an incredibly difficult decision, as Glendale-Kenly Elementary School has been my professional home for more than ten years.
I want you to know that I will remain at Glendale-Kenly through March 13. During this time, I am fully committed to supporting you, our students, and our families, and to ensuring a smooth and thoughtful transition.
Working alongside such a dedicated, passionate, and caring staff has been the greatest privilege of my career. Each of you pours your heart into this school every single day, and it shows in the way our students learn, grow, and feel loved. The culture of collaboration, resilience, and compassion that defines Glendale-Kenly exists because of you.
Together, we have celebrated successes, navigated challenges, and supported one another through it all. I am incredibly proud of the work we have done and the community we have built. The relationships I have formed with you will always mean more to me than any title or position.
While I am excited about this next chapter and the opportunity to support schools and educators in a new way, leaving this staff is not easy. Glendale-Kenly will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will carry the lessons, laughter, and memories from this team with me wherever I go.
Thank you for your dedication, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to our students. It has been an honor to serve as your principal and to be part of this incredible team.
With gratitude and appreciation,
Kelly Holland
Principal
Glendale-Kenly Elementary School