Riverwood Elementary School

School-based administrators and district leaders from across Johnston County Public Schools recently participated in the engaging Capturing Kids’ Hearts Leadership Blueprint Training. The professional learning experience focused on equipping district and campus leaders with strategies to cultivate positive relationships, strengthen school culture, and build high-performing learning environments where students and staff can thrive.

JCPS is committed to ensuring that its leaders are prepared to lead students forward in the classrooms and in life.

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We are proud to share that JCPS students received approximately $59,895,400 in scholarship offerings during the 2025-2026 school year!

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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Championship game at 2PM! Let’s go get’em boys!! ⚾️🏆 C’mon JOCO…let our boys know we’re behind them in the comments!

USDA is continuing the Sun Bucks program that provides grocery-buying benefits in a one-time payment of $120 per eligible child on a debit-like card that can be used to buy nutritious food during the summer months when schools are out.

Please refer to the NC DHHS Sun Bucks Website for more information on how to qualify or enroll, here: https://bit.ly/3S7izpz

Please see EOY award dates and times below

Check out this Golden Opportunity for all JCPS students. https://docs.google.com/document/d/19TUE8kvbUBQZcaE4U42peITSz3n32OFaf4McU1vwwbY/edit?tab=t.0

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week starts Monday! We have so much planned, so check out how you can show your appreciation and gratitude next week!! We will need help for lunch duty next Wednesday, so please check your availability! Thank you! https://linktr.ee/respta

Calling all Kindergarten parents for the 26-27 school year. Please mark your calendars.

Looking forward to seeing everybody Thursday night at the family arts night. book fair night and Chorus performance.

Congratulations to our students who were recognized for demonstrating Fairness for the month of March. 

What an incredible first day at Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games 2026!

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!

The Johnston County Special Olympics start NEXT WEEK!

Come out and support our athletes loud and proud on April 16th, 17th, and 24th at Smithfield-Selma High as they inspire us all! 💪

Spring Break is April 3rd through April 10th for students on the traditional calendar!

We wish everyone a fun-filled and safe break. ☀️🌻

Dear Families, Johnston County Public Schools values your feedback! 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. We want to know what you think. You may complete the survey online between March 23rd - April 2nd using a computer, tablet, or smartphone by visiting the website: surveys.panoramaed.com/johnstoncounty/family We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please contact your child’s school.

📚✏️ It’s time to get ready for preschool!

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

Johnston County Public Schools values your feedback! 💻

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.

Monroe Purdy exemplifies outstanding character in every aspect of school life at Riverwood Elementary. A kind and compassionate fourth-grade student, she consistently gives her best effort on all academic tasks.

Though quiet and reserved, Monroe communicates with excellent manners and respectfully seeks support when needed. She stays focused, works well independently or with others, and is always willing to help classmates.

Monroe lives by the Golden Rule and is known for her humility, respect, and gratitude. Her teachers view her as a model of strong character and work ethic.

Congratulations, Monroe, for being recognized as the March Character Ed Student for Riverwood Elementary! 👏