We wish everyone a fun-filled and safe break. ☀️🌻
This is your Principal, Lyndsey Dunn, with the updates for the week. Thank you all for your participation in the book fair, and our most recent family night.
*This week there is no school on Friday, April 3rd, as well as no school during Spring Break which is April 6-10th.
*Students will return from Spring Break on Monday, April 13th.
*Looking ahead - picture day was cancelled due to inclement weather. New dates have been provided. Friday, April 24th is the new date for Spring Individual pictures.Tuesday, April 21st will be Kindergarten and 5th grade Cap and gown pictures.
Have a wonderful break and we will see you back on April 13th!
Enrollment for the 2026–2027 JCPS Preschool program is open now. We look forward to welcoming our newest little learners!
Learn more: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/preschool
The deadline to complete the Family-School Relationships Survey is April 2nd.
We will be surveying JCPS families in order to gain insight into your perception of our school and district 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 using a computer, tablet, or smartphone here: https://bit.ly/3O00dFq
We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please contact your child’s school.
This is your Principal, Lyndsey Dunn, with your updates for the week. Friday was our first day of the Spring Book Fair. It will continue until next Friday, March 27th. If you wish to go to the book fair with your child, you will need to come between 8:30-9:00 in the morning or you will have the opportunity at our Book Fair Family Night. If you choose to come in the morning before the tardy bell, please go into the office, sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.
Book Fair Family night will be on Tuesday, March 24th from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. There will be opportunities for students to show you their work in their classrooms from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. Food trucks will be on site and the book fair will be open for you to shop with your student as well. Classrooms will close at 6:30, but the food trucks and book fair will remain open until 7:00 pm.
As a reminder, in order for the book fair to run daily during school hours, volunteers are required. If you have any free time, please apply to be a level 2 volunteer and then follow the PTA page, dojo, or our page on social media to volunteer to help run the book fair an hour or two.
Students in grades 3-5 will be taking their reading check-in on Wednesday and Math check in on Friday of this week.
We are still working with our picture company to reschedule the Spring Pictures. We will communicate that new date with you as soon as we have it.
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Have a good evening.
🌟 The 2026 Showcase of Stars event videos are now available for streaming. Whether you'd like to revisit the performance or watch for the first time, you can enjoy the memorable moments and talent!
Click the link for more details: https://broadcasting.johnston.k12.nc.us/
This is your Principal, Lyndsey Dunn, with your updates for the week.
Per the message you received from JCPS - school will be closed for students on Monday, 3/16. Picture day will be rescheduled and communicated when we have chosen a new date. Please be safe tomorrow and we will see you on Tuesday, 3/17.
Tuesday, March 17th is Duty Free Lunch. If you are a Level 2 Volunteer and haven’t signed up, please check the link to help on Dojo and our school Facebook page. Also on Tuesday, the report card for Quarter 3 will be going home. There will also be several letters included for you to review and sign. Please return those as soon as you can.
Unfortunately today was the day that the Principal Book Reward was supposed to be delivered to students. Due to a delay in ordering of an item, the reward did not get delivered to students. It will be delivered to them on Tuesday now.
Also book fair is quickly approaching and we need volunteers to help that week go smoothly. Please look at the MCES PTA facebook page and Dojo for a link to come and help volunteer.
Stay safe tomorrow in the potential weather threats and we will see you on Tuesday.
Due to the forecast of inclement weather, the associated high wind and the uncertain timing, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students on Monday, March 16, 2026, as well as all extracurricular activities. The district will operate under Condition 3 of the inclement weather plan.
Based on the guidance issued by local safety officials, the forecasted high winds will present hazardous travel for our school buses and potentially cause property damage.
We thank you for your patience and understanding during this weather event.
Have a great evening!
Families,
This is just a notification to let you know that we will be hosting a drill afterschool hours today around 4:30. You may see EMS or Law Enforcement Personnel arriving on campus. There is not a safety concern. If you have a child in afterschool care, they will be made aware of the drill and will not be involved in the drill. Thank you.
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
In case you missed it, here’s a look back at a night dedicated to celebrating excellence across JCPS: https://bit.ly/40V3TLv ✨🪩
If you would like to read more about our inaugural Spotlight on Excellence celebration, check out our website: https://bit.ly/3Pn4TFy
Join us for Kindergarten Readiness Nights from 5:00–6:30 PM, where your future Kindergartener can practice the lunch line, explore a school bus, and enjoy hands-on learning stations to build their excitement and confidence!
Register today: https://bit.ly/KR_2026
Schools excitedly hosted special community guests including educators, business partners, parents, and even special visits from Superintendent Dr. David Pearce, Board Chair Lyn Andrews, and Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt.
JCPS truly believes that sparking a passion for reading is one of the best things that can be done for children and for society as a whole!
Thank you to all of our volunteers who participated this week!
Last night, 26 JCPS employees were honored at the inaugural Spotlight on Excellence Employee of the Year Celebration! ✨🪩
The Spotlight on Excellence Celebration highlights the hard work of educators and staff while directly acknowledging their impact on improving student outcomes and organizational success. These individuals have greatly contributed to JCPS’ overall success’ and keep the district moving forward!
“Excellence in education is not defined by title. It is defined by dedication, compassion, and commitment that every student has the opportunity to succeed,” said Dr. Takicey Dunston, 2025-2026 JCPS Principal of the Year.
See the full list of honorees here: https://bit.ly/3Pn4TFy
#JCPSForward
Join us tomorrow, March 6th, and Saturday, March 7th, as our talented students take the stage and showcase their incredible performances at the 2026 Showcase of Stars!
This is a show you won’t want to miss. ⭐
Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4bzsX1c
Johnston County Public Schools is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Summer Feeding Program. The JCPS School Nutrition Program will, once again, provide free summer meals for children 1-18 years of age.
Households must register by March 31 using the 2026 Summer Meal Pack Order Form here: https://bit.ly/4rKf85e
Read more details here: https://bit.ly/4aPc4yL
The JCPS annual job fair was a huge success!!!
This year, we welcomed a record-breaking 306 attendees into Smithfield-Selma High with interest in joining the JCPS team. There were nearly 450 pre-registrations and applicants as far as Ohio, Minnesota, Washington, Virginia, Tennessee, and New York. Two attendees even signed early contracts for the 2026-2027 school year!
"Our school system's job fair was a tremendous success, bringing together passionate educators and dedicated staff who are eager to make a difference in students' lives. The overwhelming turnout and positive energy reflected our community's strong commitment to excellence in education and opportunity for all,” said Linda Edmundson, Chief of Human Resources.
Read more about our 2026 JCPS annual job fair here: https://bit.ly/4aQ4mEJ
We continue to seek individuals who are committed to making a difference. It is not too late to join JCPS! Want to view our current job openings? Check them out here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
We are beyond excited for the 2026 Showcase of Stars happening THIS WEEK! ⭐
Join us on March 6th and 7th as our talented students take the stage and showcase their incredible performances! This is a show you won’t want to miss.
Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4bzsX1c
