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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Our next #NationalPrincipalsMonth honoree is Meadow School Principal Mr. Clint Eaves!😎
Mr. Eaves empowers students to enrich their world by learning through relationships and innovative experiences.
We are grateful for all that you do, Mr. Eaves!👏
Let's celebrate Ms. Kelly Holland, principal of Glendale-Kenly Elementary School!
Ms. Holland has 19 years of experience with JCPS. She was a teacher at South-Smithfield Elementary School for 11 years and has been at Glendale-Kenly Elementary for seven years as an assistant principal intern/assistant principal, and two years as principal.
Ms. Holland is passionate about both her students and staff, making her an incredible asset to the Wildcat family.
Wildcats, let's roar for Ms. Holland!
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Pine Level Elementary School Principal Mr. Allen Sasser is our next honoree for #NationalsPrincipalsMonth!
Mr. Sasser has built a culture of positivity where students and staff are motivated and engaged, making Pine Level Elementary an amazing place to learn and work.
Mr. Sasser is truly a treasure to the entire Pine Level community! 😎
Johnston County Public Schools hosted its Fall Legislative Breakfast welcoming local leadership and elected officials to discuss matters impacting the district and collaborative initiatives to improve the educational opportunities provided to Johnston County students and families. 🤝
Topics of conversation included bond referendums, Hurricane Relief efforts, opportunity scholarships, and English as a Second Language.
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Next up, let's hear it for Four Oaks Middle School Principal Ms. Lauren Watkins! 👏
Ms. Watkins has been an educator for 17 years. Her career began with JCPS at Smithfield-Selma High. After seven years as assistant principal at Corinth Holders High, she has brought her knowledge and wisdom to Four Oaks Middle!
We are thankful for Ms. Watkins, and her dedication to the students of JCPS!✨
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We continue to grow and improve each & every day! 🌟
JCPS English learners showed more improvement than the state average in back-to-back years! 👏
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One last reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Tuesday, October 22, 2024, for JCPS students on the traditional calendar. 📅
Today begins CHARACTER COUNTS!® Week 🥳
This week highlights the value of good character and its important role in building strong communities that value positive, healthy relationships and respectful behavior.
During CHARACTER COUNTS!® Week, we celebrate young people who are role models of good character in their communities and support the parents and educators who teach our young people to be trustworthy, respectful, responsible, fair, caring, and good citizens. 👏
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Let’s keep the #NationalPrincipalsMonth celebration going! Next, we are recognizing Mrs. Larkeysha Sheppard, principal at McGee's Crossroads Middle School!
During her career as an educator, she served high school students for 18 years, teaching at South Johnston High and Princeton Middle/High. Then she spent four years as assistant principal at Princeton Middle/High School.
JCPS is thankful she is on our team! Mustangs, let’s celebrate Mrs. Sheppard!🐎
Who's our next amazing administrator for #NationalPrincipalsMonth?
It's Four Oaks Elementary School Principal Mr. TJ Parrish! ✨
With over 20 years as an educator, Mr. Parrish knows that his role is to help students develop into the best version of themselves. He offers students engaging learning experiences that promote independence, a love of learning, and helps prepare them for the future.
Make some noise for TJ Parrish!🐦
Our next honoree for #NationalPrincipalsMonth is South Johnston High Principal Mr. William Weaver!😎
The South Johnston community adores him. He stays in tune with and understands the needs of his staff and students alike.
Thank you for your dedication Mr. Weaver! 💚
