Benson Elementary School

As we provide critical assistance to our neighbors in Western North Carolina, here's a reminder of our district's partnership with Johnston County Government's Hurricane Helene Relief Effort. The region is in dire need of new, unused blankets. As you continue supporting the relief efforts, place these at the top of the list. Thank you!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Hurricane Helene Relief Effort list of supplies needed.

JCPS continues to exceed the state average graduation rate! 🎓 In 2024 our graduation rate was 91.3%, well above the state average of 86.9%. 🥳 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

It's National Custodial Workers Day! 🌟 JCPS is honored to celebrate these remarkable team members who work relentlessly to ensure our students and staff have a clean and safe learning environment. Custodians work behind the scenes, but are essential in education! A special THANK YOU to these heroes! ❤

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

It’s day 2 of National Principals Month!❤ This morning we are recognizing Benson Elementary School Principal Dr. Takicey Dunston! She taught at Cleveland Elementary for 10 years, and was assistant principal at Meadow School for three years. Dr. Dunston has been leading the Bronco family since 2015! Benson Elementary School, let's show her some love! 🐎 #NationalPrincipalsMonth

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

REMINDER! 📣 The second Student Assignment Community Information Session is tonight from 6-8 PM at Swift Creek Middle School, 325 Norris Road, Clayton. Please feel free to attend if you would like to know more about the proposed student assignment maps. Hope to see you there! ¡RECORDATORIO! 📣 La segunda Sesión de Información Comunitaria sobre Asignación de Estudiantes es esta noche de 6 a 8 PM en la Escuela Intermedia Swift Creek. ¡Siéntase libre de asistir si desea saber más sobre los mapas de asignación de estudiantes propuestos! La dirección es 325 Norris Road, Clayton. ¡Espero verlos allí!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Academic growth is very important to JCPS! 📚 The district is proud to announce that 89% of the schools received a letter grade of A, B, or C, an increase of 24% from 2018! Likewise, 85% of the schools in the district met or exceeded growth, a 56% increase from 2018! JCPS is truly moving forward! 🌟 #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

JCPS Academic Growth for 2023-2024 school year is positive.

October is #NationalPrincipalsMonth! 🥳 Starting tomorrow, keep an eye on our feed all month long to catch your principal's highlight, and give them a shout out! National Principals Month is a time to honor and celebrate the important role school principals play in the education system, and in the lives of students and staff. We look forward to seeing your loving comments about our principals! ❤

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Want to know more about the proposed JCPS assignment plan? We are hosting two Student Assignment Community Information sessions. The first session is tonight, September 30, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Wilson's Mills Elementary. The second information session will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Swift Creek Middle School. Please note that all attendees will need to enter through the front entrance and proceed through the weapons detection system. The Johnston County Board of Education believes in providing thorough and timely information to the citizens of Johnston County. Therefore, the Board is providing pertinent information and soliciting community input. To view the proposed maps, visit: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/jcpsassignmentmaps

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Please check your student's Rooms for any messages from their teacher. We hope everyone stays safe today.

3 months ago, Benson Elementary School

Want to know more about the proposed JCPS assignment plan? We are hosting two Student Assignment Community Information sessions. The first session will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Wilson's Mills Elementary. The second information session will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Swift Creek Middle School. Please note that all attendees will need to enter through the front entrance and proceed through the weapons detection system. The Johnston County Board of Education believes in providing thorough and timely information to the citizens of Johnston County. Therefore, the Board is providing pertinent information and soliciting community input. To view the proposed maps, visit: https://bit.ly/3MTMjQY

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Did you know... JCPS is 1 of 12 districts to exceed pre-pandemic achievement? Not only that, six of our amazing schools exited low performing status. All student subgroups are above pre-pandemic achievement, and JCPS is closing the achievement gaps. #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

JCPs is 1 of 12 districts to exceed pre-pandemic growth

The next data highlight from the 2023-2024 school year data report is phenomenal! Twenty-three of our schools earned their way into the top 20% of the state for growth. This accomplishment is just one example of students, teachers, and parents working together to propel our district up! #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

JCPS has 23 schools in the top 20% of the state for growth.

Voters will have the opportunity on November 5, 2024, to vote for a bond that could provide $120 million to JCPS and continue to improve the quality of education we offer our community. It is imperative that all of our leadership and school stakeholders understand the projects that will be funded by this referendum. Join us on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, @ 7:00 PM in the Selma Elementary School auditorium at 311 W Richardson St, Selma, NC. We hope to see you there!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Johnston están en el proceso de seleccionar un calendario para los años escolares 2025-2026 y 2026-2027. 📅 Durante la reunión regular programada del 10 de septiembre, la Junta de Educación de JC recibió tres (3) opciones de calendario para cada año escolar y solicitó que cada una de las opciones de calendario esté disponible para su revisión y comentarios. Revise las opciones del calendario, mire un breve video informativo, vea un cuadro comparativo de calendarios y complete el formulario de comentarios aquí: https://bit.ly/4enhKyO El formulario de comentarios estará disponible hasta el mediodía del lunes 23 de septiembre de 2024. ¡Esperamos tener noticias suyas!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

It's the last chance to make your voice heard! Johnston County Public Schools is in the process of selecting a calendar for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. 📅 During the September 10, regular scheduled meeting the JC Board of Education received three (3) calendar options for each school year, and has requested that each of the calendar options be made available for your review and feedback. Review the calendar options, watch a brief informative video, view a Calendar Comparison Chart, and complete the feedback form here: https://bit.ly/4enhKyO The feedback form will be available until Noon today. We look forward to hearing from you!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Mule Day Spirit Week 9/23-9/27 Monday: Hat Day Tuesday: Boot Day Wednesday: Farm Day Thursday: Rodeo Day Friday: Cowboy/Cowgirl Day Friday, September 27th is an Early Release! Dismissal starts at 1:55pm.

3 months ago, Benson Elementary School

Want to know more about the proposed JCPS assignment plan? We are hosting two Student Assignment Community Information sessions. The first session will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Wilson's Mills Elementary. The second information session will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Swift Creek Middle School. Please note that all attendees will need to enter through the front entrance and proceed through the weapons detection system. The Johnston County Board of Education believes in providing thorough and timely information to the citizens of Johnston County. Therefore, the Board is providing pertinent information and soliciting community input. To view the proposed maps, visit: https://bit.ly/3MTMjQY

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Voters will have the opportunity on November 5, 2024, to vote for a bond that could provide $120 million to JCPS and continue to improve the quality of education we offer our community. It is imperative that all of our leadership and school stakeholders understand the projects that will be funded by this referendum. Join us on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, @ 7:00 PM in the Selma Elementary School Auditorium at 311 W Richardson St, Selma, NC. We hope to see you there!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Johnston County Public Schools is in the process of selecting a calendar for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. 📅 During the September 10, regular scheduled meeting the JC Board of Education received three (3) calendar options for each school year and has requested that each of the calendar options be made available for your review and feedback. To review the calendar options, watch a brief informative video, view a Calendar Comparison Chart, and complete the feedback form copy this link: https://bit.ly/4enhKyO The feedback form will be available until Noon on Monday, September 23, 2024. We look forward to hearing from you!

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools

2025-2026 & 2026-2027 Calendar Options Feedback

3 months ago, Johnston County Public Schools