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Congratulations to the Johnston County Career & Technical Leadership Academy graduating class of 2024!!! ππ
JCPS wishes you the best of luck in your future endeavors!
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Did you know?
If you aren't comfortable discussing your mental health with family, friends, or teachers, help is available. Call, chat, or text 988 and a trained crisis counselor is there 24/7 to assist you. π±
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We are excited to celebrate nearly 350 students and staff members tonight at our Spring Special Recognition Celebration! π
During the two-session event, we will recognize individuals and groups from various categories including Battle of the Books, District Spelling Bee, Science Olympiad, Career & Technical Education, NC Governor's School, JCPS Fine Arts, JCPS Athletics, National Board Certification, JCPS Employees of the Year, and CCRESA Superintendent of the Year.
Beginning at 6 PM, the event will be livestreamed here: https://bit.ly/JCPS-Live
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Did you know?
Talking with a parent, teacher or other trusted adult about your problems may help find new ways to manage stress. You are not alone!π
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It's National Walk & Roll To School Day!π΄ββοΈπ¨πΏβπ¦½
Active trips to school enable children to incorporate the regular physical activity they need each day while forming healthy habits. Physical activity builds strong bones, muscles & joints, and reduces risks of obesity.
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Did you know?
Getting enough sleep helps you grow and develop normally, pay attention throughout the day, and maintain overall health. For teens, this means about 8-10 hours each night.π€
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Did you know?
Focusing on and building your strengths can keep your stressors in perspective. Find activities or hobbies that make you happy and incorporate them into your daily life.
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Did you know?
Mental health conditions are often observed during the teen years. Some signs are trouble sleeping, loss of interest in activities, and extreme moodiness.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, and is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. In fact, one in six young people have experienced a major depressive episode.
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Happy Mother's Day!π
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JCPS Superintendent Dr. Eric C. Bracy has been named the 2024-2025 Central Carolina RESA (CCRESA) Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Bracy was presented the award during a CCRESA Board of Directors meeting on May 10, 2024.
The CCRESA Superintendent of the Year award recognizes a superintendent who has demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovative thinking, and a deep commitment to serving students, educators, and the community. Dr. Bracy has exemplified these qualities throughout his tenure, leading JCPS to new heights of success and fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and academic achievement.
Congratulations Dr. Bracy! Thank you for all that you do!
See more here: https://bit.ly/3QH2YK2
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FREE summer learning opportunities for rising 6-12 graders are here!π
Join JCPS Career & Technical Education for the 2024 Summer Career Accelerator program. Experiences include career exploration, skill development, and networking opportunities for students in rising grades 6-12.
Learn more and register here: https://cteinjoco.info/summer_programs/
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It was an all out celebration for South Smithfield Elementary School this morning for National Bike/Walk/Roll To School Day! π¦½πΉπ²
For the eighth year, students, parents, siblings, community members and stakeholders, and even pets, participated in the event. With the assistance of local law enforcement and emergency services, everyone made their way along the nearly 1/2 mile route from Civitan Park in Smithfield to the school.
They were welcomed back to campus by the South Smithfield Elementary School dancers. Fun was had by all!
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Today is National School Nurse Day! π©Ί
We are grateful to all of our JCPS nurses! These skilled professionals not only make boo boos better, they also manage health care plans, and remove barriers to meet children's medical needs.
Thank you!β€
#NationalSchoolNurseDay
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FREE summer learning opportunities for rising 6-12 graders are here!π
Join JCPS Career & Technical Education for the 2024 Summer Career Accelerator program. Experiences include career exploration, skill development, and networking opportunities for students in rising grades 6-12.
Learn more and register here: https://cteinjoco.info/summer_programs/
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Today is the first day of Be Kind To Animals Week!β€
This week promotes the welfare of animals, and the bond humans have with them. So letβs be kind to every animal we come across β both this week and always!
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It's Children's Book Week!π
The national week-long event celebrates books for young readers. Reading just 20 minutes a day improves concentration, cognitive development, memory, and language. It also sparks children's imagination, develops emotions and empathy.
#NoRulesJustRead
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Today kicks off National Teacher Appreciation Week! π
Join us in celebrating the spectacular teachers who give their all to educate the children of JCPS! One week certainly isn't enough time to honor these extraordinary educators, but we will try our best. Remember to thank a teacher throughout the week, and anytime you see them!
Stay tuned as we show our appreciation for our teachers!
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South Smithfield Elementary is the place to be this evening for "A Journey Around The World" International Night!
The huge International Baccalaureate event has been worked on by students and staff all year long. Everyone in the community is invited to visit and then have dinner from one (or more) of the 7 food trucks that will be on site.
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It's National Principals Day! π₯³
Although we celebrated the amazing principals of JCPS in October during National Principals Month, weβre taking the time today to celebrate National Principals' Day.
JCPS says thank you to the educational leaders that look after your children every day. After all, they guide academic success and set the tone for an entire school.
Thank You!
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