Johnston County Public Schools hosted its 32nd annual Flame For Learning Awards this evening, naming James Johnson, Agricultural Mechanics teacher from North Johnston High, as the 2026 Teacher of the Year.
Johnson was one of four Flame for Learning Award finalists, including Moesha Gonzales of Swift Creek Middle, Lena LeBoeuf of Swift Creek Elementary, and Rebecca Reeves of Smithfield-Selma High.
On behalf of Johnston County Public Schools, the Johnston County Board of Education, and the Johnston County Coalition of Chambers, congratulations to all of the semifinalists and James Johnson, our 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to Lena LeBoeuf from Swift Creek Elementary, Moesha Gonzales from Swift Creek Middle, James Johnson from North Johnston High, and Dorothy Holley from West Johnston High for being named a semifinalist for the 2026 Flame For Learning Award! 🎉
This recognition highlights the meaningful impact that these individuals make in their classrooms each and every day, and we are so proud to celebrate them at the annual Flame For Learning Awards on April 21st!
✨ Click here to see their Best Practice that set them apart: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/flameforlearning
Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games start TOMORROW, and we are so excited!
Come out and support our Special Olympics athletes loud and proud on April 16th, 17th, and 24th at Smithfield-Selma High as they inspire us all! 💪
Come out and support our athletes loud and proud on April 16th, 17th, and 24th at Smithfield-Selma High as they inspire us all! 💪
Graduation is just around the corner, and the anticipation is building! 🎓🎉
Full details for Class of 2026 ceremonies are available on the JCPS Graduation Information webpage: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/graduation
For school-specific questions, contact your school.
We wish everyone a fun-filled and safe break. ☀️🌻
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Class of 2027 Senior Trip Information
Enrollment for the 2026–2027 JCPS Preschool program is open now. We look forward to welcoming our newest little learners!
Learn more: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/preschool
The deadline to complete the Family-School Relationships Survey is April 2nd.
We will be surveying JCPS families in order to gain insight into your perception of our school and district effectiveness. To ensure we continue to provide high quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback.
You may complete the survey online using a computer, tablet, or smartphone here: https://bit.ly/3O00dFq
We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please contact your child’s school.
🌟 The 2026 Showcase of Stars event videos are now available for streaming. Whether you'd like to revisit the performance or watch for the first time, you can enjoy the memorable moments and talent!
Click the link for more details: https://broadcasting.johnston.k12.nc.us/
Due to the forecast of inclement weather, the associated high wind and the uncertain timing, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students on Monday, March 16, 2026, as well as all extracurricular activities. The district will operate under Condition 3 of the inclement weather plan.
Based on the guidance issued by local safety officials, the forecasted high winds will present hazardous travel for our school buses and potentially cause property damage.
We thank you for your patience and understanding during this weather event.
Have a great evening!
This year was a back-to-back win for Johnston County Early College Academy, as the team took home first place in Battle of the Books for the second year in a row. In second place was North Johnston High, and third was South Johnston High.
The Johnston County Early College Academy team advanced and will compete against other schools in the Region 3 Battle of the Books Competition on March 20, 2026!
Read more about this year’s high school Battle of the Books competition here: https://bit.ly/3PiIidj
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
In case you missed it, here’s a look back at a night dedicated to celebrating excellence across JCPS: https://bit.ly/40V3TLv ✨🪩
If you would like to read more about our inaugural Spotlight on Excellence celebration, check out our website: https://bit.ly/3Pn4TFy
Join us for Kindergarten Readiness Nights from 5:00–6:30 PM, where your future Kindergartener can practice the lunch line, explore a school bus, and enjoy hands-on learning stations to build their excitement and confidence!
Register today: https://bit.ly/KR_2026
