JCPS is thrilled to announce an exciting community event you won’t want to miss! Our wonderful partners, the Johnston County Ed Foundation, will host a Harlem Wizards basketball fundraiser on February 9, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High School. The event will begin at 6:30 PM and doors will open at 5:30 PM.
We invite all JCPS families, staff, and community members to join us for an unforgettable night of high-flying basketball where some of JCPS’s most captivating athletes will compete against the Harlem Wizards! Come cheer as some of your favorite principals, teachers, coaches, and support staff step onto the court for some friendly competition, school spirit, and lots of laughs. This high-energy evening promises fun, laughter, and unforgettable entertainment for students, families, and staff, all while supporting a great cause.\
🏀 Who are the Harlem Wizards?
The Harlem Wizards are a nationally renowned basketball entertainment team known for their incredible ball-handling skills, jaw-dropping trick shots, and interactive, family-friendly showmanship. Blending athletic talent with comedy and crowd engagement, the Harlem Wizards create an electrifying experience that delights audiences of all ages while promoting positive messages about teamwork, education, and community.
🏀 Who is the Johnston County Ed Foundation?
This event is spearheaded by the Johnston County Education Foundation, which plays a vital role in supporting JCPS by investing directly in our educators and classrooms. Through grant funding and other initiatives, the Foundation helps bring innovative instructional projects to life, supports creative teaching strategies, and enhances learning opportunities for students across the district. Events like this fundraiser make it possible for the Foundation to continue expanding its impact in JCPS schools.
So, if you are looking for great entertainment, for an even greater cause, mark your calendar now and get ready for a night of excitement, community engagement, and fun for everyone!
🎟️ To register, click here: https://bit.ly/4anzlrL
Today, we focus on the Phantoms who have displayed respect, valued their peers, and made others feel supported. These Phantoms make positive relationships: 6th: Kase Hardison, Aspen Sorley
7th: Lily Abreu, Reagan Wilson, Cash Walters, Anaya Chase, Nelson Garcia, Da’Monny Jones
8th: Jada Siler, Kimberly Cruz Munoz
Today we focus on the Phantoms who have displayed great strides in their Academics: 6th Aeyden (Kishell) Levy, Amiyah Hester, Levi Moses, and Jackson West
7th: John Fuentes, Ver’Zyiah Mingo, Jeyseon Sanders
8th: Juanita Ruiz Ibarra, Anthony Blackman, Timothy Walden, Joel Flores
Today, we focus on the Phantoms who have empowered those around them. They spread positivity and encouragement. 6th: Carmen Perez, Levi Moses
7th: Liam Duffy, Kinley Beamon, Kate Chaidez, Da’Monny Jones, Evolet Acosta, Alana Hill, Jacob Hernandez Maldonado
8th: Justin Spears, Jacibie Munoz, Brandyn George
Week 17: Merry Christmas!
Tuesday: Today, we focus on the Phantoms who have displayed GRIT or the ability to overcome obstacles and failures to achieve goals: 6th: Arianna Hinnant, Chance Clifton
7th: Caleb Romero, Ava King, Lesly Lloyd, Piper Vander Vloedt, Bryan Morales,
8th: Dave Damien Hernandez, Cesar Ordonez, Aymara Alvarez
All students and staff should report to schools and campuses on a two-hour delay.
We have been advised that the potential of black ice is possible tonight through Tuesday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions. To allow for better road visibility for our bus drivers, students, and staff drivers, we will be on a two-hour delay tomorrow. We encourage all travelers, especially our student drivers, to travel with caution.
School nutrition will serve breakfast upon students’ arrival. Early morning care will open two hours later than the normal start time.
Thank you for your understanding as we work with local safety and emergency officials to ensure that we are all safe during these inclement weather events.
Due to the forecast of inclement weather and per the guidance of local emergency and safety officials, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students tomorrow, Monday, December 8, 2025, as well as all extracurricular activities. The district will operate under Condition 3 of the inclement weather plan.
View the inclement weather plan online at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather.
Please be safe and have a great evening!
Attention Middle Schoolers & Parents!! 🎉
JCPS will host a Choice Programs Information Night on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High (700 M Durwood Stephenson Pkwy, Smithfield, NC 27577), from 5:45 PM to 8 PM.
Attendees will be provided 15-minute information sessions about the various programs offered to 8th graders and a Q&A session.
The application window for students wanting to attend High School Choice Programs starts on January 1st and will end on February 15th.
Click here to learn more about JCPS Choice Programs: https://bit.ly/4abrFH4
Here's a look into the incredible event: https://bit.ly/3JykQqh
