Student and staff safety is an ongoing focus for Johnston County Public Schools, because we truly believe that there is a direct correlation to academic performance and professional excellence. We perform better when we know we are safe.
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 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
The 2026 JCPS Leadership Conference kicked off today!
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!
#LeadForward
#StrongerTogether
#JCPSForward
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!
#LeadForward
#StrongerTogether
#JCPSForward
The energy was high and the smiles were plentiful as JCPS administrators arrived at Cleveland High for the 2026 Leadership conference!
#LeadForward
#LeadForward
Day 2 of JCPS Leadership began with a focus on its core instruction definition, which is “High Quality Teaching and Learning for ALL students."
#LeadForward
Leadership 2026 continues with a strong start! We're all coming together to become stronger together! 👏
This week is all about leadership!
#LeadForward
#LeadForward
It’s been a jam packed morning for our newest principals and assistant principals!
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”.
#LeadForward
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”.
#LeadForward
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!
#LeadForward
🛡️ Need Accident Insurance for Your Student?
Help protect your child with affordable Voluntary Student Accident Insurance for the 2026–2027 school year!
✔️ School-Time Coverage – Starting at just $8 per year
✔️ 24-Hour Coverage – Starting at $58 per year for protection at school, home, and everywhere in between.
Learn more and enroll today at www.k12studentinsurance.com.
Optional coverage offered through the JCPS Student Accident Insurance Program.
Help protect your child with affordable Voluntary Student Accident Insurance for the 2026–2027 school year!
✔️ School-Time Coverage – Starting at just $8 per year
✔️ 24-Hour Coverage – Starting at $58 per year for protection at school, home, and everywhere in between.
Learn more and enroll today at www.k12studentinsurance.com.
Optional coverage offered through the JCPS Student Accident Insurance Program.
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 appointments effective July 1, 2026:
West Smithfield Elementary School - Carmen Barnes
Selma Middle School - LaTia Deravil
McGee’s Crossroads Elementary School - Ashley Foisy
Corinth-Holders Elementary School - Dr. Lauren Hayes
East Clayton Elementary School - Tiffany Long
We are extremely excited about the new appointments and certainly look forward to the success that is sure to come.
#JCPSforward
🚨 **Attention Future Railblazers Athletes!** 🚨
Students interested in trying out for **Fall Sports** must have a completed FinalForms registration before participating in tryouts.
Fall Sports Include:
🏈 Football
⚽ Boys Soccer
🏐 Volleyball
📣 Cheerleading
Please complete your registration at:
**https://johnston-nc.finalforms.com/**
Families are encouraged to complete all required sections and upload any necessary documentation, including a current sports physical and any other required forms. Incomplete registrations may delay or prevent participation in tryouts.
Don't wait until the last minute! Be proactive and ensure your registration is complete so you are ready to represent the Selma Railblazers this fall.
If you have questions, please contact Athletic Director Monica Schneider at [monicaschneider@johnston.k12.nc.us](mailto:monicaschneider@johnston.k12.nc.us).
**Go Railblazers!**
Students interested in trying out for **Fall Sports** must have a completed FinalForms registration before participating in tryouts.
Fall Sports Include:
🏈 Football
⚽ Boys Soccer
🏐 Volleyball
📣 Cheerleading
Please complete your registration at:
**https://johnston-nc.finalforms.com/**
Families are encouraged to complete all required sections and upload any necessary documentation, including a current sports physical and any other required forms. Incomplete registrations may delay or prevent participation in tryouts.
Don't wait until the last minute! Be proactive and ensure your registration is complete so you are ready to represent the Selma Railblazers this fall.
If you have questions, please contact Athletic Director Monica Schneider at [monicaschneider@johnston.k12.nc.us](mailto:monicaschneider@johnston.k12.nc.us).
**Go Railblazers!**
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.
#JCPSForward
#LEADForward
JCPS is committed to ensuring that its leaders are prepared to lead students forward in the classrooms and in life.
#JCPSForward
#LEADForward
Hello Railblazer Families!
Summer workouts will be held from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, beginning June 23 and continuing through July. Please note there will be no workouts on June 30, July 1, or July 2.
To participate, students must have:
✅ Final Forms completed and updated for the 2026-2027 school year
✅ A current sports physical on file with Coach Schneider
Students should bring:
👟 Gym shoes
👟 Cleats or athletic shoes for the field
💧 Water bottle
We look forward to seeing our Railblazers this summer!
Summer workouts will be held from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, beginning June 23 and continuing through July. Please note there will be no workouts on June 30, July 1, or July 2.
To participate, students must have:
✅ Final Forms completed and updated for the 2026-2027 school year
✅ A current sports physical on file with Coach Schneider
Students should bring:
👟 Gym shoes
👟 Cleats or athletic shoes for the field
💧 Water bottle
We look forward to seeing our Railblazers this summer!
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!
#JCPSForward
#JCPSProud
Another great year is in the books, and another great graduating class is ready to conquer the world and fulfill their dreams!
#JCPSForward
#JCPSProud
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 refer to the NC DHHS Sun Bucks Website for more information on how to qualify or enroll, here: https://bit.ly/3S7izpz
Access EOG Reports for your student.
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