Upcoming Events
Dynamic Dolphin News
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SSE School Nutrition Team Earns Perfect Score
A HUGE shoutout and congratulations to our School Nutrition Team here at South Smithfield! A PERFECT 100 on their Sanitation Rating!ย We are so thankful for all they do every day to provide breakfast and lunch for our students in a clean and safe environment!
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Graduation Parade Held for 5th Graders
Our typcial graduation ceremony in the cafeteria couldn't be held this year due to Covid-19, so we improvised with a a graduation parade!
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SSE Celebrates Teachers and Staff with a Virtual Appreciation
The week of May 4- May 8, 2020 was the official Teacher Appreciation Week across the nation. Normally, during this week, we provide special treats for our teachers/staff at school during the school day. This year, since we are out of the physical building and all learning is online, we got creative and had a Virtual Appreciation Week!
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South Smithfield Elementary's Leading with the Heart Recipient Announced
Congrats to SSEโs Leading with the Heart winner Joel McKay! โค๏ธMr. McKay is one of our Exceptional Children's Teachers who works tirelessly each day to support our students.
JCPS News
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JCPS Principal and AP of the Year value teamwork, community
Dr. Kerri Evans, principal of Swift Creek Middle School, was selected as the 2020-2021 Principal of the Year for Johnston County Public Schools. Carson Cataliotti, assistant principal of South Smithfield Elementary School, was selected as the 2020-2021 Assistant Principal of the Year for Johnston County Public Schools.
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Elementary students spread love in Smithfield community
Students from West Smithfield and South Smithfield elementary schools spread love throughout their community this month with more than a thousand handmade cards.
School Announcements
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JCPS Preschool Applications Open Now
Johnston County Public Schools 2022-2023 Preschool Applications are ready for your students that will be 3 or 4 years old on August 31, 2022. North Carolina does not have universal Preschool, therefore you do have to apply and qualify for one of our Preschool slots.ย
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Art to Remember Sale Going on Now!
Our annual Art to Remember Sale is going on now! Purchase custom printed keepsakes that preserve your child's artwork. This also supports our art education program here at SSE! Students are bringing home order forms this week. Orders are due March 16!
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South Smithfield Elementary Partners with West Smithfield Elementary to Support Smithfield Rescue Mission
SSE is partnering with West Smithfield Elementary to support the Smithfield Rescue Mission's "Turkeytastic Thanksgiving Outreach".
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3rd Grade CogAT Testing November 8-19
During the weeks of November 8-19, third grade students in Johnston County Public Schools will be administered the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). The purpose of this test is to give the teachers and administrators additional information to help assess the educational needs of your child.
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Do You Want to Learn More About the IB PYP Program at SSE?
South Smithfield Elemementary is currently a candidate to become an IB (International Baccalaureate) PYP (Primary Years Program). Our IB Coordinator has put together a video that explains the program and how our students will benefit from this world renowned program....
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Free Preschool for Four Year Olds Through the NC Pre_K
Attention parents of 4-year-olds: Are you interested in your child attending a free preschool program? The NC PreK program is designed to provide 4-year-old children with positive early learning experiences that support their development and prepare them for Kindergarten.
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Access SSE's Virtual Library
Did you know that SSE has a Virtual Library? Click here to accces the "Dolphin Cove." an online resource with access to electronic books, read a louds, virtual field trips and more!
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School Menus - Breakfast and Lunch
School menus will no longer be printed and sent home with students. Click here to see monthly menus.