This is a friendly reminder that students on the traditional calendar do not have school on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
The Black Widows of Micro Elementary School held their Fall Meal today!🎃
The School Nutrition Services team created a menu of spider sandwiches, banana mummies, and jack-o-lantern oranges, to name a few. Parents came to join in the festivities, too.
There was a host of characters including Mario and Luigi, Waldo, witches, a doctor, several princesses, and even Sonic the Hedgehog.
It was a howling good time! 🕷🕸
"Throughout my career, I have learned that education is an intensely human business. We are in the business of people." - Melissa Hurst
As we close out #NationalPrincipalsMonth, our final honoree is Melissa Hurst and JCPS 2024-2025 Principal of the Year!!! 👏👏👏
In her first year as principal of Corinth Holders High, she is no stranger to success. For the last six years as the principal of Princeton Elementary, she has built an environment rich for learning.
Under her leadership during the 2023-24 school year, the students and staff improved their School Performance Grade from a C to a B, were ranked in the top 15% in North Carolina for academic growth, and exceeded growth for the third consecutive year. As principal of Princeton Elementary, the school’s performance composite increased from 53.1% to 64.6%.
Congratulations Ms. Hurst!
We know you will continue to lead with empathy. ❤
You can learn more about our 2024-2025 Principal of the Year Ms. Melissa Hurst in this video.
Our next to last honoree for #NationalPrincipalsMonth is Mrs. Belinda Proctor, principal of North Johnston High School! 🌟
Mrs. Proctor’s consistent leadership has fostered a sense of pride, respect, and collaboration within every classroom and hallway. She is honored and humbled to be the leader of Panther Country.
Let’s make some noise for Mrs. Proctor!📣
Princeton Elementary Principal Mrs. Ashley Radford is next for #NationalPrincipalsMonth!🌟
Mrs. Radford is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and loving educational environment for all children to grow and learn together. Her journey has equipped her with the skills and insights to be a phenomenal leader.
Bulldogs make some noise for Mrs. Radford!🥳
Continuing our celebration of #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we have Micro Elementary School Principal Ms. Carson Cataliotti! 🤩
She continues being a leader in education, and her passion shows in her love for Micro Elementary. She has cultivated an environment where learning is exciting, and success is achievable for all. As principal, Ms. Cataliotti continues her dream with compassion and understanding.
A big hip hip hooray for Ms. Cataliotti!!!🥳
Mrs. Galdina Piedra, the treasurer at McGee's Crossroads Elementary School, was named JCPS Classified Employee of the Month for October 2024!
She began her journey with JCPS working in Child Nutrition Services and had the opportunity to work in the front office where she stayed for four years. Mrs. Piedra then became the school treasurer five years ago.
Mrs. Piedra answered questions on her role as treasurer for McGee's Crossroads Elementary and what the position means to her.
Learn more about Mrs. Piedra here: https://bit.ly/4hphpOn
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Let’s hear it for Mr. Robert Daniels, principal of Johnston County Early College Academy!
Mr. Daniels and his staff strive for a high school experience that is challenging, impactful, relevant, memorable, and enjoyable. He focuses on the needs of each student to help them reach their fullest potential. 📚
Thank you for all you do, Mr. Daniels! 👏
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Mrs. Lyndsey Dunn, principal of McGee's Crossroads Elementary School begins today's celebrations for #NationalPrincipalsMonth!
As an administrator, she has served as assistant principal of Cooper Academy for one year, and Riverwood Elementary for four years. Mrs. Dunn has turned her passion for education into a career, and we are grateful she chose JCPS!
Let's hear it for Lyndsey Dunn!!!🎉
Mr. Jarvis Ellis, principal at Princeton Middle/High School is our next amazing educator for #NationalPrincipalsMonth!
Each and every day Mr. Ellis works hard to ensure that his students and staff achieve their educational goals and live up to their full potential.
Thank you for all that you do, Mr. Ellis!👏
Next up for #NationalPrincipalsMonth is Ms. Heather Anders, principal of North Johnston Middle!
Ms. Anders continues to be an exceptional leader and a strong advocate for her students and staff. She ensures that North Johnston Middle is always striving for excellence and innovation.
Thank you for all that you do Ms. Anders! ❤️🖤
It's a brand new day and we're still celebrating our principals! Ms. Jenny Durko, principal at River Dell Elementary is our next honoree for #NationalPrincipalsMonth!🏇
Ms. Durko is a proud River Dell Racer, and has great enthusiasm and expectations for the school. She is passionate about creating the very best environment for students to learn. River Dell Elementary students are treated as unique individuals and are encouraged to do their best in everything they do.
We celebrate you Ms. Durko! 💙💚
South Johnston High School’s Lannah Price was recently recognized as the WRAL Extra Effort Award recipient!
Lannah is a stellar multi-sport, student-athlete who is rising into stardom! ✨
Tune in to WRAL TV during the 6PM sportscast to see Lannah in action!
We can't wait to celebrate Mrs. Sheila Singleton, principal of Johnston County Career & Technical Leadership Academy.
She and her staff know that trust and respect are fostered through building strong relationships and clear communication.
Thank you Mrs. Singleton for all of your hard work! 👏
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We are starting off the day celebrating Mr. Dan Kerwin, principal of Powhatan Elementary!
An educator for more than 20 years, he has served in many different capacities within JCPS. He keeps the Powhatan Pride thriving by inspiring his students and staff to reach for the stars.
Thank you Mr. Kerwin for all that you do for the Powhatan Elementary community!👏
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The Student Government Association Student Leaders held its first meeting today! 🤝
Students from each Johnston County high school met with JCPS Superintendent Dr. Eric C. Bracy and Area Superintendent of High Schools Roderic Brewington.
The group of influential students shared elaborate ideas on education and school improvement, as well as thoughts on school safety and security, technology, AI, and drug abuse. For fun, everyone shared what was currently on their playlists.
These students are undoubtedly on track to do great things! 🌟
Mrs. Lorenda Bradshaw, an Exceptional Children (EC) teacher at Dixon Road Elementary was named JCPS Certified Employee of the Month for October 2024!
She works hard to find anything a child needs to help them succeed, incorporating it into the classroom, and creating a great learning environment.
Bradshaw answered questions about why she became an EC teacher, and what the teaching profession has taught her.
Learn more about Mrs. Bradshaw here: https://bit.ly/3A2YKHE.
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Innovation Academy Principal Mrs. Elizabeth Patton is the next incredible educator we are recognizing for #NationalPrincipalsMonth!
Mrs. Patton began her career with Johnston County Public Schools at Clayton Middle. As an educator, she has served as a middle school teacher, high school assistant principal, and central office administrator. After spending seven years in the high school world,
Mrs. Patton was excited to return to middle school and is honored to serve as the principal of Innovation Academy. 🤩
Riverwood Elementary School Principal Mrs. Leigh White has led the school to academic success for many years! 👏
She wakes up excited and committed to supporting students, staff, parents, and the community each morning. Her passion is helping children succeed in and out of the classroom!
Riverwood Rams help us celebrate Mrs.White! 🐏
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JCPS wrapped up the 2023-2024 school year ranked 35th in the state overall! 💪
Now we are future-focused on our 2029 goal of being in the top 20% in the state. With the best teachers, students, and parents giving their all, we will get there! 📚🏫🎓
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