The countdown to graduation is on! 🎓🎉
Full details for Class of 2026 ceremonies are available on the JCPS Graduation Information webpage: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/graduation
For school-specific questions, contact your school.
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
Congratulations to all of those who competed at the Johnston County Cheerleading Championships last night on their outstanding performances! 👏
Teamwork, dedication, and skill were on full display as each team showcased routines they’ve spent so much time perfecting. 📣✨
Read more about the spirit-filled night here: https://bit.ly/3XP4Of2
Check out more photos on our new Athletic Zone page! You can also follow the latest updates on all athletic events. https://bit.ly/4aIZpO4
All students and staff should report to schools and campuses on a two-hour delay.
We have been advised that the potential of black ice is possible tonight through Tuesday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions. To allow for better road visibility for our bus drivers, students, and staff drivers, we will be on a two-hour delay tomorrow. We encourage all travelers, especially our student drivers, to travel with caution.
School nutrition will serve breakfast upon students’ arrival. Early morning care will open two hours later than the normal start time.
Thank you for your understanding as we work with local safety and emergency officials to ensure that we are all safe during these inclement weather events.
Due to the forecast of inclement weather and per the guidance of local emergency and safety officials, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students tomorrow, Monday, December 8, 2025, as well as all extracurricular activities. The district will operate under Condition 3 of the inclement weather plan.
View the inclement weather plan online at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather.
Please be safe and have a great evening!
Attention Middle Schoolers & Parents!! 🎉
JCPS will host a Choice Programs Information Night on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High (700 M Durwood Stephenson Pkwy, Smithfield, NC 27577), from 5:45 PM to 8 PM.
Attendees will be provided 15-minute information sessions about the various programs offered to 8th graders and a Q&A session.
The application window for students wanting to attend High School Choice Programs starts on January 1st and will end on February 15th.
Click here to learn more about JCPS Choice Programs: https://bit.ly/4abrFH4
Our Veterans Day Celebration livestream has begun!
Join us for the next 30 minutes as we share a video slideshow featuring photos of our veterans. https://bit.ly/47ruHY2
The program will begin at 11:00 AM.
In partnership with Johnston County Government and Johnston County Veterans Office, we are happy to invite all Johnston County veterans, their families, and the community to the 2025 Annual Veterans Day Celebration event tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11th!
The ceremony will be held in the Smithfield-Selma High School gymnasium. Attendees will be served a Thanksgiving-style meal in the cafeteria immediately following.
Visit our website for more information: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransday
See you tomorrow! We look forward to honoring our many veterans!
Yesterday, Smithfield-Selma High hosted a Unified Basketball game against North Johnston High. Even though the competition was fierce, sportsmanship was on full display. The gymnasium was packed with supporters, teachers, and classmates from both schools! 🏀🏆
The game was also part of the celebration for SSS being named a Special Olympics Unified Champion School®. This designation recognizes that the school has demonstrated commitment to promoting social inclusion through sport.
It was an amazing afternoon of excitement, teamwork, and unity! Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/4odovbs
Congratulations to SSS on this prestigious recognition!
#SSStrong
From the time parents walk their children into the building for the first time, our single goal is to ensure that each student receives a quality education and walks across the stage as a graduate. 🎓
Johnston County Public Schools is proud to have a graduation rate of 92.5% for the 2024-2025 school year!
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