Johnston County Public Schools

“A ‘Veteran,’ whether active duty, discharged, or reserve, is someone who, at one point in his or her life, wrote a blank check made payable to the ‘The United States of America’ for an amount of up to and including his or her life.” Johnston County Public Schools welcomed veterans from across Johnston County to @SSS_Spartans for its 22nd Annual Veterans Day Celebration, continuing a longstanding tradition of honoring those who have served our country. The student-led event brought together veterans, families, community leaders, and students for a morning of patriotic music, military demonstrations, and meaningful tributes recognizing the service and sacrifices of America's veterans. Veterans and guests also gathered afterward to share a Thanksgiving-style meal and continue the spirit of fellowship and gratitude. Read more about this event here: bit.ly/4zjN6AH

Our Veterans Day Celebration livestream has begun! Join us as we share a video slideshow featuring photos of our veterans. bit.ly/4BMJLwy The program will begin at 11:00 AM.

Today, Johnston County Public Schools proudly honors all veterans for their bravery and willingness to serve our country! We are grateful for the courage, commitment, and sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Thank you for your service! Join us for our annual Veterans Day Celebration today, November 11, at @SSS_Spartans at 11 AM!

The Johnston County Board of Education reviewed the 2027-2028 proposed student and staff calendars as presented by the JCPS Calendar Committee. As part of the process, we are soliciting feedback on the proposed calendars. The deadline to submit feedback is November 16, 2026. For your convenience, the proposed calendars are accessible by visiting the JCPS website! See less

Preparations are in full swing for tomorrow’s Annual Veterans Day Celebration! Members of the All-County Chorus and Band are putting the finishing touches on their musical selections, while JROTC cadets are rehearsing their roles in the ceremony. Behind the scenes, our fine arts staff, JROTC instructors, and JCPS employees are working together to make sure every detail is ready for our special guests. We look forward to welcoming Johnston County veterans and their families to @SSS_Spartans Smithfield-Selma High School tomorrow for a morning of recognition, appreciation, and community! Doors open at 10 AM! We look forward to seeing you there! 🔗 johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransd…

As a reminder, all JCPS campuses will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. 🗓️

We are proud to invite Johnston County veterans, their families, and community members to join us for the 2026 Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11! The ceremony will take place in the Smithfield-Selma High School gymnasium, followed by a Thanksgiving-style meal served in the cafeteria. For additional event information, visit our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransd… We look forward to coming together to honor and celebrate the many veterans who have served our country!

This morning, North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner spoke to students and educators at @CHHSPirates Cash Club event. During the visit, Briner spoke with students who are members of the CHHS Cash Club, providing insight into statewide initiatives and the importance of fiscal responsibility on a personal and government basis. The event concluded with a very insightful Q&A session. CHHS is one of the first schools in North Carolina to host a Cash Club recruitment event, and junior Ben Kozloff and Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher John Allen have received statewide recognition for their involvement in the Cash Club. Led by the North Carolina Department of State Treasurer, the Cash Club is a statewide financial literacy initiative that gives high school students practical financial knowledge they can use now and throughout their lives. Learn more about the visit here: bit.ly/4fo4PzB

Relive the highlights from JOCO WORKS WOW 2026! Check out some of the memorable moments from this year’s two-day event! @TriangleEastCOC

Day 2 of JOCO WORKS WOW wrapped up another great opportunity for eighth-grade students to explore the possibilities waiting for them right here in Johnston County! A big thank you to the businesses, industry partners, and organizers who made this experience possible and took the time to invest in our students' futures! Learn more about this year's JOCO WORKS WOW event in our press release: bit.ly/3UzRqNV @TriangleEastCOC

It was truly an inspiration to see the unified and collaborative approach of the many sponsors, business partners, and agencies who are instrumental in building the pipeline for career opportunities for Johnston County students! More than 45 exhibiting companies and many other community partners were represented and are actively engaged in ensuring that our students not only have local career opportunities upon graduating, but that they are prepared to flourish in those careers also. Among these partnering companies is Vulcan Elements, which will soon provide Johnston County with more than 1,000 jobs in the near future. We look forward to working closely with these partners, preparing our students for success and building a brighter future for Johnston County and abroad. We’re truly #StrongerTogether! @TriangleEastCOC

Today, eighth-grade students got a closer look at the many career opportunities available right here in Johnston County at JOCO WORKS WOW! Students connected with approximately 45 local industries and exhibitors, including @novonordisk, @VulcanElements, @NCNationalGuard, @NCDOT, JCPS Fire Science Program, and more! Held at @jccEDU, the annual two-day event gives students the opportunity to explore different career fields, ask questions, and learn more about the possibilities ahead as they begin preparing for high school and beyond. We are excited for Day 2! @TriangleEastCOC

We are proud to invite Johnston County veterans, their families, and community members to join us for the 2026 Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11! The ceremony will take place in the Smithfield-Selma High School gymnasium, followed by a Thanksgiving-style meal served in the cafeteria. For additional event information, visit our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransd… We look forward to coming together to honor and celebrate the many veterans who have served our country!

We are proud to invite Johnston County veterans, their families, and community members to join us for the 2026 Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11! The ceremony will take place in the Smithfield-Selma High School gymnasium, followed by a Thanksgiving-style meal served in the cafeteria. For additional event information, visit our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/veteransd… We look forward to coming together to honor and celebrate the many veterans who have served our country!

There is no school for JCPS students on the traditional calendar Tuesday, November 3, 2026. 🗓️

Pine Level Elementary ended Red Ribbon Week with their 14th annual Red Ribbon Parade! “Make a difference. Be a hero. Live drug free.” was the message displayed on the red ribbons worn by students as they marched. Families, staff, JCPS Leadership, Johnston County Board of Education members, Pine Level Fire Department, and community members lined the streets as students, led by the Pine Level police, walked to promote a drug-free future! Thank you to the many people who partnered to make this parade a success! Read more here: bit.ly/4yNk2RB #RedRibbonWeek2026

#JCPSAGreatPlaceToWork | Meet Luz Martinez Enzaldo, a custodian for Central Services! Keeping our schools and facilities clean, welcoming, and ready for each day takes a dedicated team behind the scenes. Luz plays an important role within JCPS, helping create clean, welcoming spaces where students can learn and staff can focus on serving families across Johnston County. We’re proud to have her as part of the JCPS family! Want to be part of the JCPS team? Explore career opportunities at johnston.k12.nc.us/employmen… #JCPSForward